Support Worker

Support Worker
Full Time, Permanent
£30,559 - £31,317
Location: Plymouth

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a compassionate and motivated Support Worker to join a specialist care team. In this role, you will offer guidance and support to young people living in supported accommodation, helping them develop the skills needed to move toward independence. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable young people, we would love to hear from you!

Job Details and Benefits:

• Full-time role with flexible shifts.
• Competitive salary: £30,559 - £31,317.
• Comprehensive training and personal development opportunities.
• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays.
• Employee assistance programme with 24/7 support.
• Regular team meetings, supervision sessions, and appraisals.
• Statutory benefits including bereavement leave, sick pay, and pension scheme.
• Opportunities to work across different homes and projects to gain varied experience.

Main Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one support sessions to young people in placement.
• Help young people manage daily living tasks, including access to education, training, or employment.
• Facilitate personal development through goal-setting and planning.
• Attend admission, planning, and review meetings to advocate for young people s needs.
• Complete person-centred reports and maintain care plans.
• Support health and safety procedures, including property inspections and coordinating repairs.
• Manage and administer weekly financial payments to young people, ensuring accurate records are kept.
• Work closely with external agencies to provide holistic support.
• Safeguard young people by following relevant policies and regulations.

What We Are Looking For:

• Experience working in care or support settings with children, young people, or adults.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to listen, empathize, and build rapport.
• Good communication skills for both verbal and written reports.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., The Children Act 1989 & 2004, The Care Act 2014).
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Driving license (preferred, but not essential)
• A calm, reliable, and motivated approach to supporting young people.

This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check (registered on the annual update service).

If you feel the Support Worker role could be right for you, or if you d like more information, please contact Tom at Everpool Recruitment by email at (url removed) or call (phone number removed). Alternatively, apply directly to this advert, and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.