£15.34 per hour
About the Role
RGB Recruitment is seeking a Youth Development Worker - Redruth for a temporary role supporting young people aged 16–25 in a supported accommodation service. Based in Redruth, this position offers £15.34 per hour for 37 hours weekly, with a contract lasting until September 2026. You will provide practical and emotional assistance to individuals facing homelessness, helping them build confidence and acquire life skills. Key duties involve guiding young people through housing, financial management, wellbeing, education, and employment pathways. The role requires a person-centred approach and a commitment to fostering independence. Your work will directly contribute to helping residents take positive steps towards self-sufficient living.
Youth Development Worker (Agency Temp)
REDRUTH | £15.34 per hour | 37 hours per week | Temporary until End of September 2026
Help Young People Build Brighter Futures Are you passionate about empowering young people to overcome challenges and achieve independence?
We're looking for two dedicated Youth Development Workers to join a supported accommodation service for young people aged 16–25. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference, supporting young people experiencing homelessness to build confidence, develop life skills and take positive steps towards independent living.
What You'll Be Doing No two days are the same. You'll provide practical and emotional support, helping young people navigate housing, finances, wellbeing, education and employment while encouraging them to reach their full potential.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing one-to-one support and key worker sessions.
- Creating and reviewing personalised support and action plans.
- Completing risk assessments and managing safeguarding concerns.
- Supporting tenancy sustainment and housing-related needs.
- Assisting with benefits applications and financial management.
- Helping young people access education, training and employment opportunities.
- Working alongside partner agencies to secure the right support.
- Preparing young people for successful move-on into independent accommodation.
You'll have:
- Experience supporting or engaging with young people.
- Knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment and support planning.
- An understanding of mental health, wellbeing and the challenges facing vulnerable young people.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- A proactive, resilient and person-centred approach.
Send your CV to cjones@rgbrec.co.uk or Call 07375412872 for an informal chat.
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