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Young People Support Worker
We are seeking four compassionate Support Workers to help young people experiencing homelessness build confidence, develop life skills and move towards independence.
Location: Burnage Lane and Safestop Manchester
Salary: £28,836 per annum for full-time roles; part-time salary pro rata
Hours: Three night roles at 37.5 hours per week and one weekend role at 30 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: 11 October 2026
The vacancies
The night roles follow a two-week rolling rota, with three shifts one week and four the next. Shifts are currently 9.30pm to 8am. Please state your preferred role and location in your application.
About the role
As Young People Support Worker you will support young people aged 18 to 25 who are experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity. You will help create a safe, welcoming environment and work alongside each young person as they plan their next steps.
You will:
About you
You will have experience supporting young people or people who have experienced homelessness. You will understand some of the challenges associated with poor mental health and substance misuse, and know how to maintain professional boundaries while offering compassionate support.
You will also bring good communication and IT skills, an understanding of safeguarding, and a commitment to treating everyone with dignity and respect. In your application, please address the person specification and give examples of your relevant experience.
About the organisation
You will be joining an established national charity providing accommodation, prevention and support services to people experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
The organisation is committed to ensuring the people it supports have a meaningful voice in how services are designed, delivered and improved.
Benefits include 26 days' annual leave, increasing with service, pension contributions of up to 7%, tailored training and development, flexible working options where suitable, a cash health plan, Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access and a range of retail, travel and wellbeing discounts.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Youth Support Worker, Housing Support Worker, Homelessness Support Worker, Residential Support Worker or Key Worker.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
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This is a community-based role, where you will support young people living in accommodation across Kent. You will have your own caseload and regularly travel to different properties to provide face-to-face support.
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- Managing a caseload of young people and providing regular support
- Visiting young people in their homes and providing practical support
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- Supporting with budgeting, education, social activities and accessing services
- Assisting young people with moving into accommodation and completing inductions
- Supporting care plans and pathway plans and monitoring progress
- Identifying and reporting safeguarding concerns, incidents and other issues
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About You
We are looking for someone passionate about supporting children and young people and helping them develop independence.
You will ideally have:
- Previous experience working with children or young people in a care, support or similar setting
- Experience supporting vulnerable young people
- Knowledge of safeguarding
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- The ability to manage your own workload and caseload
- A proactive, patient and resilient approach
- NVQ Level 3 in Children's Social Care or equivalent, or willingness to work towards one
- Enhanced DBS
- A full UK driving licence and access to your own car - essential
- The ability and willingness to travel across Kent regularly
Experience working with UASC, care leavers, looked-after children, supported accommodation or semi-independent living would be particularly advantageous.
If you have experience supporting young people and are looking for a rewarding community-based role where you can make a genuine difference, apply today to find out more.
KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
We are looking for a passionate Senior Support Worker who personally wants to make a difference in the lives of young people.
As a Senior you will lead a team of support workers to deliver a high standard of care at all times. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions.
The successful candidate must have;
- NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare
- Experience working with Young People with Learning Difficulties or Emotional Behavioural Difficulties.
- Good written and verbal communication skills
If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with:
-Excellent rates of pay
- Flexible working hours
- Paid holiday
- Ongoing career progression
The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau.
SCR social care is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of vulnerable adults / children as a priority. This is reflected in our pre-employment checks and requirement to verify and check the identity and references of all applicants
We are looking for a passionate Senior Support Worker who personally wants to make a difference in the lives of young people.
As a Senior you will lead a team of support workers to deliver a high standard of care at all times. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions.
The successful candidate must have;
- NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare
- Experience working with Young People with Learning Difficulties or Emotional Behavioural Difficulties.
- Good written and verbal communication skills
If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with:
-Excellent rates of pay
- Flexible working hours
- Paid holiday
- Ongoing career progression
The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau.
SCR social care is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of vulnerable adults / children as a priority. This is reflected in our pre-employment checks and requirement to verify and check the identity and references of all applicants
We are looking for a passionate Senior Support Worker who personally wants to make a difference in the lives of young people.
As a Senior you will lead a team of support workers to deliver a high standard of care at all times. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions.
The successful candidate must have;
- NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare
- Experience working with Young People with Learning Difficulties or Emotional Behavioural Difficulties.
- Good written and verbal communication skills
If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with:
-Excellent rates of pay
- Flexible working hours
- Paid holiday
- Ongoing career progression
The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau.
SCR social care is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of vulnerable adults / children as a priority. This is reflected in our pre-employment checks and requirement to verify and check the identity and references of all applicants
We are looking for a passionate Senior Support Worker who personally wants to make a difference in the lives of young people.
As a Senior you will lead a team of support workers to deliver a high standard of care at all times. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions.
The successful candidate must have;
- NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare
- Experience working with Young People with Learning Difficulties or Emotional Behavioural Difficulties.
- Good written and verbal communication skills
If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with:
-Excellent rates of pay
- Flexible working hours
- Paid holiday
- Ongoing career progression
The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau.
SCR social care is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of vulnerable adults / children as a priority. This is reflected in our pre-employment checks and requirement to verify and check the identity and references of all applicants
We are looking for a passionate Senior Support Worker who personally wants to make a difference in the lives of young people.
As a Senior you will lead a team of support workers to deliver a high standard of care at all times. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions.
The successful candidate must have;
- NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare
- Experience working with Young People with Learning Difficulties or Emotional Behavioural Difficulties.
- Good written and verbal communication skills
If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with:
-Excellent rates of pay
- Flexible working hours
- Paid holiday
- Ongoing career progression
The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau.
SCR social care is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of vulnerable adults / children as a priority. This is reflected in our pre-employment checks and requirement to verify and check the identity and references of all applicants
We are looking for a passionate Senior Support Worker who personally wants to make a difference in the lives of young people.
As a Senior you will lead a team of support workers to deliver a high standard of care at all times. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions.
The successful candidate must have;
- NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare
- Experience working with Young People with Learning Difficulties or Emotional Behavioural Difficulties.
- Good written and verbal communication skills
If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with:
-Excellent rates of pay
- Flexible working hours
- Paid holiday
- Ongoing career progression
The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau.
SCR social care is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of vulnerable adults / children as a priority. This is reflected in our pre-employment checks and requirement to verify and check the identity and references of all applicants
We are looking for a passionate Senior Support Worker who personally wants to make a difference in the lives of young people.
As a Senior you will lead a team of support workers to deliver a high standard of care at all times. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions.
The successful candidate must have;
- NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare
- Experience working with Young People with Learning Difficulties or Emotional Behavioural Difficulties.
- Good written and verbal communication skills
If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with:
-Excellent rates of pay
- Flexible working hours
- Paid holiday
- Ongoing career progression
The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau.
SCR social care is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of vulnerable adults / children as a priority. This is reflected in our pre-employment checks and requirement to verify and check the identity and references of all applicants
We are looking for a passionate Senior Support Worker who personally wants to make a difference in the lives of young people.
As a Senior you will lead a team of support workers to deliver a high standard of care at all times. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions.
The successful candidate must have;
- NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare
- Experience working with Young People with Learning Difficulties or Emotional Behavioural Difficulties.
- Good written and verbal communication skills
If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with:
-Excellent rates of pay
- Flexible working hours
- Paid holiday
- Ongoing career progression
The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau.
SCR social care is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of vulnerable adults / children as a priority. This is reflected in our pre-employment checks and requirement to verify and check the identity and references of all applicants
We are looking for a passionate Senior Support Worker who personally wants to make a difference in the lives of young people.
As a Senior you will lead a team of support workers to deliver a high standard of care at all times. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions.
The successful candidate must have;
- NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare
- Experience working with Young People with Learning Difficulties or Emotional Behavioural Difficulties.
- Good written and verbal communication skills
If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with:
-Excellent rates of pay
- Flexible working hours
- Paid holiday
- Ongoing career progression
The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau.
SCR social care is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of vulnerable adults / children as a priority. This is reflected in our pre-employment checks and requirement to verify and check the identity and references of all applicants
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