Job Purpose:

As a Support Worker in a supported living setting for care leavers (aged 16-25), you will provide emotional, practical, and social support to young people transitioning from care to independent living. You will empower them to develop essential life skills, build confidence, and access education, employment, and training opportunities while ensuring their well-being and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Support and Guidance:

• Assist care leavers in developing independence and life skills, including budgeting, cooking, and maintaining a clean home.
• Provide emotional support, encouragement, and mentoring to build self-esteem and resilience.
• Support young people in accessing education, training, and employment opportunities.
• Help with managing appointments, benefits, and tenancy responsibilities.
• Advocate for young people and ensure their voices are heard in decision-making processes.

2. Safeguarding and Well-being:

• Promote a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.
• Identify and report safeguarding concerns following company policies and procedures.
• Work in partnership with social workers, mental health services, and other professionals to ensure young people's well-being.
• Support young people with managing relationships, self-care, and mental health.

3. Household and Practical Support:

• Assist in maintaining a safe and comfortable living environment.
• Encourage personal hygiene and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Support young people with tenancy agreements and understanding their housing rights.

4. Record Keeping and Communication:

• Maintain accurate records of support plans, progress reports, and incidents.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, external agencies, and professionals involved in the young person's care.
• Attend team meetings, training, and supervision sessions.

Essential Requirements:

• Experience working with young people, preferably care leavers or vulnerable groups.
• Understanding of safeguarding, mental health, and trauma-informed care.
• Excellent communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends.
• A valid DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check or willingness to undergo one.

Desirable Requirements:

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
• Experience working in a supported housing or social care setting.
• Knowledge of housing rights, benefits, and support services for care leavers.
• Driving license

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young care leavers and supporting them towards independence, we encourage you to apply!

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.