Young People Support Worker

Young People Support Worker We are seeking a compassionate Young People Support Worker to help young people build the confidence and skills needed for independent living. Salary: £11,734.40 per annum (FTE £29,336 per annum) Location: Hanley Gardens, Islington Hours: 15 hours per week, Saturday and Sunday Contract: Permanent, part time Closing date: 27 September 2026 About the role Join a close-knit and supportive team working tirelessly to ensure some of the borough''s most vulnerable young people receive the care and support they need. As Young People Support Worker, you will support young people aged 18 to 25 living within a six-bed, low-support accommodation service. Working every Saturday and Sunday, you will help residents develop their confidence, resilience and independent living skills. Your key responsibilities will include: Managing a caseload and acting as the named key worker for individual residents Completing risk and needs assessments and developing SMART, outcome-focused support plans Delivering one-to-one and group support within the accommodation and local community Supporting residents to access education, training, employment and volunteering opportunities Helping residents maximise their benefit entitlement, including Housing Benefit and Universal Credit claims Working with statutory services and other agencies to provide joined-up support Welcoming new residents and helping them settle into the service Maintaining a safe environment through ..... full job details .....