Youth Development Worker

Job Title: Youth Development Worker
Location: Torquay TQ1
Hours per Week: 37 hours
Salary: £14.82 per hour
Contract Length: 8 weeks (Start Date: 7 April 2025, End Date: End of May 2025)
Working Pattern: Monday - Sunday, 5 days out of 7, with shifts between 8am - 8pm

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About the Role:

We are a supported accommodation service for young people aged 16-25, and we’re looking for a dedicated Youth Development Worker to join our team. The role offers a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to take their first step into a career supporting young people, especially those experiencing homelessness.

As a Youth Development Worker, you’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team, supporting young people who live with us for a maximum of two years. You’ll help them develop the skills and confidence to move on and live independently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing 1-2-1 support sessions, life skills coaching, and reviewing action plans.
• Supporting young people with appointments, attending multi-agency meetings, and leading group activities.
• Developing and updating risk assessments and support plans, ensuring the young people’s needs are met.
• Working on a 5-week rolling rota with shifts ranging from 8am-4pm, 10am-6pm, 12pm-8pm.
• Occasionally working alone for short periods, with full support from the team.

What We Are Looking For:

To be successful in this role, you’ll need to have:

• An ability to engage and build relationships with a diverse range of young people.
• Tenacity and dedication to achieving the best outcomes for young people.
• A good understanding of safeguarding, emotional/mental health issues, and the support needs of young people.
• Experience with risk assessment, support planning, and risk management.
• A creative and innovative approach to support, adapting your communication style to suit individual needs.
• A proactive attitude, a positive approach, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Desirable Qualities:

• Resilience and flexibility in working with others.
• Ability to manage your own caseload and diary effectively.
• Strong organisational skills and confidence in lone working.
• A passion for working with young people and a commitment to helping them thrive.

DBS Requirements:

• Enhanced DBS check (Adults/Children) required.

For any further information please call Pertemps Exeter 01392719811 and as to speak with Matt