Young People Support Worker

Young People Support Worker We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to support young people in supported accommodation in Twickenham Position: Young People Support Worker Location: Twickenham Salary: £27,636 per annum Hours: 37.5 hours per week - Hours are 9am-5pm Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Full Time Closing Date: Sunday 9th November 2025 About the Role As Young People Support Worker you will work as part of a team delivering an assessment, support and move on service to vulnerable clients in supported accommodation. You will have a caseload of 5 clients aged 18-25, in a supported accommodation in Twickenham. You will mostly lone work, with the Service Manager and Senior Progression Coach working from the office once a week each on average. You may be required to work from our offices with the rest of the team in Lambeth/Croydon once a month as the business need arises or for training. Key responsibilities: · Ensure the safety and wellbeing of clients at all times, following safeguarding and emergency procedures as required. · Hold a caseload as key worker, taking joint responsibility with the team for day-to-day client support. · Lead on risk and needs assessments, develop SMART outcomes-based support plans, and review regularly. · Deliver one-to-one and group support to build resilience and independence, both on site and in the community. · Work in partnership with external agencies and involve clients in decision-making and community activities. · Support clients to access education, training, employment, volunteering and benefit entitlements. · Contribute to a safe, welcoming environment including rota cover, health and safety checks and move-in support. · Support and collaborate with volunteers and participate in wider organisational engagement opportunities. About You You’ll be a motivated, empathetic and organised individual who thrives on helping young people achieve independence. You’ll bring: · Experience working with the client group and understanding their needs, including homelessness, mental health and substance use. · Experience in housing settings with knowledge of health and safety responsibilities. · Strong understanding of asset-based approaches, safeguarding requirements and professional boundaries. · Knowledge of risk assessments and support planning. · Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills, including Microsoft 365 and Salesforce. · Commitment to equality, diversity and treating everyone with dignity and respect. · Commitment to creating a safe and healthy environment for clients, staff and visitors. · Integrity, professionalism and the ability to work effectively in partnership with others. About the Organisation You’ll be joining a respected charity that provides housing and support services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. The organisation focuses on prevention, empowerment and long-term stability, helping people develop the confidence and skills to live independently. Other roles you may have experience of could include: Youth Support Worker, Housing Support Worker, Homelessness Worker, Key Worker, Tenancy Support Officer, Support Assistant. INDSCP PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Location: Twickenham,London,, GB

Posted Date: 10/25/2025