We’re looking for a motivated and supportive Young Person Worker  to join a service around the Redditch Area, supporting young people to develop the skills, confidence and independence they need to progress towards a more positive future

Location: RedditchHours: Rota Shift Work
Days Per Week: 5 [ Any 5 days from Sunday – Monday]
Contract: Temporary/Ongoing
Shift patterns:
Weekday: 8am - 4pm (Early)
1pm - 8pm (Late)
Weekend: 8am - 8pm (Full time staff required 1 shift every other weekend)

What you'll be doing:

You’ll work closely with young people to:

• Act as a key worker, providing consistent one-to-one support and guidance
• Build positive, trusting relationships and encourage young people to achieve their goals
• Create and review personalised support plans focused on progression and independence
• Help young people develop essential life skills and confidence
• Support young people with education, employment, training and other pathways into independence
• Help young people manage day-to-day challenges and overcome barriers to progression
• Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding and welfare concerns
• Work alongside colleagues and partner agencies to ensure young people receive the right support

What we're looking for:

• Previous key worker experience, ideally supporting young people
• Experience working with young people or vulnerable individuals in a support, housing, youth work or social care setting
• A calm, patient and empathetic approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• The ability to motivate and encourage young people to make positive changes
• An understanding of safeguarding and the challenges faced by vulnerable young people
• Flexibility to work a 7-day rolling rota with no night shifts

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who wants to make a genuine difference, helping young people build confidence, develop independence and take their next steps

If you have key worker experience and a passion for supporting young people, we’d love to hear from you