Youth Support Worker

Support Worker - Young People’s ServicesFull Time - 37.5 hours per week - £26,853pa - St AlbansAre you passionate about making a real difference in young people’s lives? We are looking for a dedicated Support Worker to help young people (including separated migrant children) build confidence, skills, and independence.In this role, you will provide practical and emotional support within young people’s homes, always working with compassion, respect and inclusion. You will build trusted relationships, celebrate progress, and empower young people to take ownership of their futures, while working collaboratively with colleagues and partner agencies.

What we're looking for

A genuine commitment to supporting young peopleA patient and understanding approach, taking time to understand each young person’s experiences and needsA focus on empowering independence, not personal careStrong communication and teamwork skills, with a collaborative mindsetConfidence in lone working, with accountability and professional curiosityGood record-keeping and organisational skillsAbility to maintain professional boundaries and manage your workload effectivelyA positive, proactive attitude and commitment to learning and developmentThis role follows a 24-hour rota, including evenings, weekends, and regular sleep-ins (paid at £52.78 per night).

Shifts

2pm - 10pm

Sleep in7am-3pm

Essential Criteria

Full UK driving licence with business insurance and access to a vehicle for business use

Please note

You must commit to starting aLevel 4 or equivalent Children, Young People & Families Practitioner Workforce Diploma within one year of joiningYou must sign up to the DBS Update ServiceHightown Benefits£26,853 per annum, plus sleep in payments of at least £52.7833 days annual leave, including bank holidays, rising to 35 days with serviceBlue Light Card, access to discounts for national and local retailersMileage paid for car usageWorkplace pension and life assurance (three times annual salary)Annual performance bonus and monthly attendance bonusAnnual salary and cost of living reviewOngoing training and developmentEmployee assistance helplineThis role involves working with young people, including those aged 16 and 17. The successful candidate must always maintain appropriate professional boundaries and understand their responsibilities in relation to positions of trust.All appointments are subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical clearances. Successful candidates will be required to join the DBS Update Service, with the subscription cost reimbursed by Hightown.We will be shortlisting and interviewing on an ongoing basis so may close the vacancy early.We are an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident Employer.