Youth Support Worker

Role Description

Youth Support Worker Gloucester 36 hours per week

£30,890 to £31,700 per annum, inclusive of 8 to 10 sleep-in payments per month.

We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role either now or in the future and we cannot support applications without a minimum of 12 months left on a current work visa.

Extraordinary Days Every Day

At Linx, you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures. Furthermore, as a Youth Support Worker every moment you spend with our young people helps them feel safe, valued and supported.

A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment - these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters.

What will you do?

You will have the opportunity to support each young person through this crucial part of their lives, the next step to adulthood and independence. You’ll be the advocate to encourage the positive development of our young people by providing a consistent caring adult role model. This could include;

• Supporting them through the daily challenges of independence
• Helping to resource facilities around employment, training, housing, advice for on money matters etc
• Be emotionally available to listen to young people’s views and feelings
• Promote and build positive relationships in a nurturing environment
• Have fun and enjoy spending time with our young people
• Plan and engage shared time within the home for the team and our young people
• Create an environment that our young people feel a part of
• Creating opportunities for to grow and thrive within the home

Who are you?

We're looking for people who genuinely care and want to make that difference. Warm, patient, a great listener and focused on achieving outcomes for others. Taking pride in knowing you are helping to shape someone's life for the better. New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people’s records accurately. All staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role.

• Experience of working with young people, or maybe you have cared for a younger friend or family member is required
• Desire to work towards related qualification and partake in ongoing training
• Must be a team player, support and be supported
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and written
• Ability to cover day shifts with overnight sleep-ins at the service

What does our rota look like?

Each shift is 8am to 11pm – Sleep ins are 11pm to 8am
3 week rolling rota. (One day on, Two days off)

Week 1 30 hrs = 2 days working & 2 sleeps
Week 2 30 hrs = 2 days working & 2 sleeps
Week 3 45 hrs = 3 days working & 3 sleeps

Why Join Us?

• Competitive rates of pay with enviable sleep-in payments
• £500 Welcome Bonus on completion of successful probation period
• £1000 Refer A Friend scheme
• Support to progress within the company
• Staff wellness support and advice
• Company pension scheme
• Enhanced DBS cost covered by company
• A genuine home from home with a friendly team

Your Next Step

Simply use the Apply Now button and we will be in touch with you soon, simple as that!

This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to change lives, where every second counts!

Join us and be part of something meaningful.

Safeguarding Statement

CareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhance DBS check and provide references covering the past two years and all previous roles involving vulnerable groups.

CareTech Community Services are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader.