Youth Development Worker LOCATION: Penzance, Cornwall SALARY: £15.34 + holiday pay DURATION: Temporary contract until end September (with scope to go permanent) HOURS: 37.5 hours per week Shifts between 8am 8pm, Monday to Sunday About The Role:We are recruiting a Youth Development Worker to join a supported accommodation service in Penzance, helping young people experiencing homelessness to build confidence, develop life skills, and move towards independent living.
The service takes a strength-based approach, encouraging young people to aim high, build their independence, and work towards their ambitions.
You will be part of a multidisciplinary team supporting young people in a supported living accommodation, with occasional short periods of lone working.
Key Responsibilities: - Provide one-to-one key worker support to young people aged .
- Develop and review support and action plans tailored to individual goals.
- Update and manage risk assessments and risk management plans.
- Support young people with tenancy and housing management.
- Assist with benefits applications (e.g., Universal Credit, PIP, Housing Benefit).
- Guide young people in budgeting, paying bills, and managing finances.
- Explore and support pathways into education, training, and employment.
- Collaborate with external agencies (mental health, domestic violence services, landlords, etc.).
- Help young people prepare for independent living and successful move-on.
- Adapt communication styles to provide person-centred, creative support.
This is a role where your personality and approach really matter. The young people supported come from diverse backgrounds, and the team reflects that diversity.
What We re Looking For: We re looking for someone who can build positive relationships with young people and support them to reach their goals.
Essential: - Ability to engage and communicate effectively with young people
- Determination to achieve the best outcomes for young people
- Understanding of safeguarding, emotional wellbeing, and mental health
- Knowledge of support planning
- Understanding of risk assessment and risk management
- Full UK driving licence
- Full Enhanced DBS on the update service
If you are
passionate about supporting young people and helping them build a brighter future, we would love to hear from you.
To apply for this role please contact
Cali Webb on
(phone number removed) or submit your CV via this job site.
