Young Person’s Support Worker

Central Recruitment is working with a London-based charity dedicated to preventing homelessness and supporting individuals in rebuilding their lives.

Central Recruitment is currently recruiting for a Young Person's Worker to work in the Lewisham area at a service that provides housing support for young people aged 16+ who are owed a housing duty by the local authority.

* 37.5 hours per week

* working across Monday - Sunday (rota basis)

* Shifts: early, mid and late

* Temporary: approx. 1-2 months

* £17.14 per hour (£15.29 per hour, with £1.85 holiday pay)

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young people.

Key responsibilities:

* Manage a caseload of young people, delivering regular keywork sessions and co-producing SMART support and safety plans

* Complete high-quality risk assessments and risk management plans

* Assess referrals with colleagues to ensure suitability for the service

* Provide a safe, welcoming environment and support young people to settle into accommodation

* Work with social workers and housing services to support family reunification or planned move-on options

* Deliver activities that promote independence, wellbeing, and progression

* Support access to employment, education, and training opportunities

* Maximise benefit entitlement, collect rent and service charges, and minimise arrears and voids

* Maintain accurate and up-to-date records on the Inform database and other recording systems

What we’re looking for:

* Experience working with young people, including those with mental health, attachment, and complex emotional needs

* Knowledge of Ofsted standards for supported accommodation and their practical application

* Experience delivering trauma-informed and attachment-focused support, including risk assessment, support planning, and goal setting

* Ability to support young people in developing life skills and engaging in meaningful activities

* Experience working with at-risk young people in a residential or supported accommodation setting

* Understanding of the principles of Every Child Matters and their application in practice

* Knowledge of welfare benefits, rents, and service charges for young people under 21

* Strong numeracy and literacy

Further requirements:

In order to register with Central Recruitment Services for temporary agency work, candidates must meet the following criteria:

* Current valid right to work in the UK

* Minimum 12 months’ of paid experience in a front line social care role within the last 3 years* (unless recruitment criteria states otherwise)

* A fully enhanced DBS either registered on the DBS update service or issued within the last 12 months, or willingness to apply for one through Central (at a cost of £60)

* Employment or education history to cover the last 5 years which can be verified through the referencing process

How to apply:

If you feel that you fully meet the above outlined criteria for this role and would like apply for this post, please forward your CV for consideration.

*Please note the outlined experience is the 'minimum' first stage criteria, and we will therefore be unable to consider your application unless you are able to demonstrate a relevant work history in line with this position
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed