Support Worker – Young People’s Supported Accommodation

Support Worker – Young People’s Supported Accommodation

Location: Huddersfield, HD1 3EB
Job type: Full-time, in person
Pay: £13.00–£14.00 per hour

A full UK driving licence is essential for this role. Please apply only if you meet all the essential requirements below.

About STBI

Strive to be Independent (STBI) is an Ofsted-registered supported accommodation provider supporting young people aged 16–17, including care leavers. We provide a safe, welcoming environment where young people build confidence, develop practical life skills and prepare for independent living.

The role

We are looking for a compassionate, reliable and enthusiastic Support Worker who is passionate about helping young people achieve their potential.

You will:

• Support young people with budgeting, cooking, maintaining their accommodation and daily routines.
• Encourage education, employment, positive relationships and community involvement.
• Build trusting relationships and provide consistent emotional and practical support.
• Follow individual support plans, recognise risks and report safeguarding concerns promptly.
• Maintain accurate records and work closely with colleagues and other professionals.
• Accompany young people to appointments and attend relevant meetings.

You will support young people with varied backgrounds and needs, which may include emotional or behavioural difficulties, exploitation risks, self-harm and substance misuse.

Essential requirements

• At least three years’ paid experience supporting young people in a supported accommodation setting.
• NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People or Health and Social Care, or an equivalent relevant Level 3 qualification.
• A full UK driving licence.
• An enhanced DBS certificate registered with the DBS Update Service, with suitability checks required before appointment.
• Strong communication skills, patience and a professional approach.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team, with flexibility to meet rota requirements.
• The ability to commute reliably to Huddersfield.

Apply

Please submit your CV and a short cover letter explaining your relevant experience and why you would like to work for STBI.

STBI is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and safer recruitment checks.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £13.00-£14.00 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Huddersfield, West Yorkshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• A-Level or equivalent (required)

Experience:

• Supported living: 3 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Full UK Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person