Job Description

Location: Weston-super-Mare
Salary: £11.44 per hour + £100 per sleep-in shift
Hours: Full-time, with sleep-in shifts

Are you passionate about supporting young people to live independently and thrive? Do you have experience working with young people aged 16-25, particularly those coming from a residential care, fostering breakdown, or homelessness background? If so, we want you to join our dedicated team!

We provide support to young people making their transition to independent living for the first time, offering guidance, stability, and practical assistance as they navigate this important stage in their lives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support young people (16-25 years old) in developing independent living skills
• Assist with budgeting, cooking, personal care, and household management
• Provide emotional support, helping to build confidence and self-esteem
• Encourage positive choices and help set personal goals
• Work closely with young people to manage any challenges they face
• Complete relevant documentation and support plans

What we're looking for:

• A Level 3 qualification in Supporting Children and Young People (essential)
• Experience working with young people in a care, fostering, or homelessness context (preferred)
• A compassionate, patient, and supportive approach
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
• Being a driver would be advantageous
• A commitment to empowering young people to succeed and live independently
• You'll need the right to work in the UK
• A DBS will be required, if you have one on the update service that will be even better.

We offer:

• A competitive hourly rate of £11.44 per hour
• £100 per sleep-in shift
• A fulfilling role where you can make a real difference in young people's lives
• Supportive team environment and opportunities for further training and development

If you're ready to help young people achieve their goals and live independently, we'd love to hear from you!

Get in touch with Joe at 0117 9486300 to discuss the role further or to apply today.

Join us in making a positive impact on young people's futures!