Job Description

We're looking for a compassionate, dedicated, and proactive Supported Living Worker to join our team.

In this role, you'll empower individuals with diverse needs to live independently, build confidence, and thrive in their own homes and communities.

Whether you're just starting out, bringing years of experience, or returning to care work, this is a chance to make a meaningful impact, grow your skills, and be part of a supportive team that values every contribution.

About your role:

Support Young People: Provide high-quality, person-centred support based on individual support and pathway plans. Promote Independence: Encourage and support young people to develop essential life skills such as budgeting, cooking, cleaning, and maintaining a tenancy. Support Education and Employment: Help young people access, reengage or remain in education or employment. Safeguarding: Remain vigilant to risks and concerns, following safeguarding protocols and reporting concerns promptly at all times. Build Positive Relationships: Establish trusting and professional relationships with young people, acting as a positive role model and maintaining appropriate boundaries. Emotional Support: Offer guidance and emotional support to help young people manage their emotions, behaviour, and mental health. Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and timely records of daily logs, incidents, monthly reports, keywork sessions, risk assessments, and support plans. Multi-Agency Working: Liaise with social workers, education providers, mental health services, and other professionals to ensure cohesive and effective support. Promote Meaningful Routines: Assist young people in planning and engaging in healthy daily routines that support wellbeing and structure. Crisis Management: Respond effectively and calmly to challenging behaviour and crisis situations, using approved de-escalation techniques where appropriate. Health & Safety: Ensure the living environment is safe, clean, and welcoming, in line with health and safety standards. This includes participating in and undertaking health and safety audits, fire drills, and tests in accordance with procedures.

Requirements

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both written and verbally. Compassionate, patient, and resilient approach. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain). Able to lone work. A full UK Driving Licence, and access to a reliable car. Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and risk management.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development opportunities, including a fully funded Level 4 Diploma in Children, Young People, and Families Practitioner. Supportive and inclusive team environment. Opportunities for career progression. Paid induction and regular supervision. Access to Employee Assistance Programme Staff Discount site * Pension scheme.