Key Worker

Make a Difference in a Young Person's Life

We are looking for a caring, reliable and motivated Key Worker to join our team supporting young people living in supported accommodation in Bulwell, Nottingham.

This is a rewarding role for someone who has experience or transferable skills in supporting people and wants to make a genuine difference to young people's lives.

You will build positive and trusting relationships with young people, help them develop essential life skills, and support them to work towards greater independence and a successful transition into adulthood.

A driving licence is desirable but is not essential.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Key Worker, you will:

· Provide person-centred support based on each young person's individual needs, strengths and goals.

· Build positive, professional and trusting relationships with young people.

· Act as a key point of contact and advocate for young people's needs and wishes.

· Develop and review support plans and help young people work towards their goals.

· Support young people to develop independent living skills, including budgeting, cooking, cleaning, household management and personal hygiene.

· Support young people with education, training and employment, including CVs, applications, interviews and apprenticeships.

· Provide appropriate emotional and wellbeing support to young people who may have experienced trauma, family breakdown or other challenges.

· Help young people prepare for independent living and successful transition from supported accommodation.

· Follow safeguarding procedures, risk assessments and agreed support strategies.

· Respond appropriately to challenging situations and periods of crisis.

· Complete accurate daily records, progress notes, incident reports and support documentation.

· Work closely with colleagues, managers and external professionals to provide consistent and effective support.

Working Pattern

The shift pattern is designed to provide consistent support to young people throughout the day and overnight:

10:00am – 10:00pm – Day shift10:00pm – 8:00am – Sleep-in8:00am – 10:00am – Morning shift

The above forms one complete shift.

Sleep-ins are paid at £70 per night in addition to the hourly rate.

What We're Looking For

Experience or transferable skills are essential.

You may have experience in areas such as:

· Support work

· Care

· Youth work

· Health and social care

· Mental health

· Education

· Housing or supported accommodation

· Working with vulnerable people

· Other roles where you have developed strong communication, safeguarding, behavioural support or relationship-building skills

We are looking for someone who:

· Has a genuine passion for supporting and empowering young people.

· Is patient, approachable, reliable and professional.

· Can build positive relationships while maintaining appropriate boundaries.

· Has good written and verbal communication skills.

· Can support young people to develop confidence and independence.

· Can remain calm and professional when faced with challenging situations.

· Can maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with colleagues and professionals.

· Understands the importance of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.

A full driving licence is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

· £12.71 per hour

· £70 sleep-in payment per night

· 37.5 hours per week

· 26 days annual leave

· Induction and ongoing training

· Overtime opportunities

· NVQ qualification opportunities after successful completion of probation

· A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to young people's lives

· Opportunities to develop your skills and progress within the organisation

Why Join Us?

This isn't just a job. As a Key Worker, you'll have the opportunity to help young people develop the confidence, skills and independence they need to build a positive future.

If you have the experience or transferable skills we're looking for and are passionate about supporting young people, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay: From £12.71 per hour

Expected hours: 37.0 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person