Support Worker Supported Living

Pay: £12.71 – £13.50 per hour Contract: Full-Time / Part-Time / Casual Available Hours: Flexible shifts including evenings and weekends We are recruiting for a Support Worker to join a supported living service supporting young people aged 16–21, including care leavers and individuals transitioning towards independent adulthood. This role involves providing practical, emotional, and person-centred support to help young people build confidence, develop life skills, and successfully move towards independent living within a supported accommodation environment. Key Responsibilities * Provide day-to-day support to young people within supported accommodation and household settings. * Support individuals to develop independent living skills, including budgeting, cooking, cleaning, shopping, and managing daily responsibilities. * Deliver emotional support and promote wellbeing, confidence, and resilience. * Support young people to access education, employment, training, and job application opportunities. * Assist with support planning, risk assessments, goal setting, and progress monitoring. * Encourage independence, personal development, and positive outcomes. * Maintain accurate records and follow safeguarding, confidentiality, and company procedures. * Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals to deliver high-quality support. Requirements * Previous experience within support work, care, youth work, supported living, leaving care, or social care settings is desirable. * A caring, reliable, and professional approach. * Strong communication and relationship-building skills. * Understanding of safeguarding, professional boundaries, and person-centred support. * Flexibility to work evenings and weekends where required. Benefits * £12.71 – £13.50 per hour * Ongoing training and development opportunities * Supportive working environment * Career progression opportunities This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young people to develop essential life skills, increase independence, and achieve positive futures