Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and safeguarding-aware Floating Support Worker to join our team. In this role, you will support young people aged 18-24, promoting their independence and personal development through practical and emotional support. Your work will empower young people to build confidence, develop life skills, and overcome challenges.

Please note: this position is for individuals available to work up to 40 hours per week including nights and weekends.

Safeguarding Statement

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a clear Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Any changes in circumstances affecting DBS status must be disclosed to your line manager immediately.

As part of our safer recruitment procedures, all gaps in employment will be explored and verified, and references will be requested prior to interview wherever possible.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer. All young people and staff are entitled to fair treatment regardless of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or other differences. Discriminatory behaviour is not tolerated and must be actively challenged.

Key Responsibilities

Support the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs of young people in line with their support plans. Provide a caring, safe, and nurturing environment free from harm. Promote self-esteem and independence through 1:1 key work and group-based sessions. Teach Independent Living Skills (e.g., budgeting, cooking, cleaning, job search). Encourage community engagement and personal development. Respond to and manage risk appropriately, in line with safeguarding protocols. Keep accurate written records for reviews, meetings, and safeguarding logs. Contribute to team meetings, training, and reflective supervision. Follow safeguarding, health & safety, information sharing, and confidentiality policies.

Person Specification:

Criteria Essential

supporting young people with complex needs?

Able to work with empathy, boundaries, and professionalism?

Familiarity with issues facing care leavers and vulnerable youth?

Ability to maintain accurate records and follow procedures?

Availability to work between 0 - 40 hours per week including Nights?

DesirableExperience

Knowledge of safeguarding and safer recruitment?

Strong written and verbal communication skills?

Experience with keyworking or support planning?

Driving licence and use of a vehicle?

Experience in housing/support settings?

Relevant qualifications (Health & Social Care, Youth Work etc.)?

Conditions

Flexibility required to occasionally attend appointments or events outside of regular hours. May include light practical duties (e.g. cleaning). Ongoing training and development provided. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, Enhanced DBS, and safer recruitment checks.
All work placements are in the Wiltshire area, but not limited to this area.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 14.50-15.00 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Referral programme
Application question(s):

Are you registered on the DBS online portal
Experience:

Youth work: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person