Youth Support Worker

Bright Young Futures is a growing residential childcare provider dedicated to supporting children and young people aged 8–17 years to achieve positive outcomes and reach their full potential. We currently operate a successful and well-established home in the Ilford area and are excited to be expanding with a newly registered home.

We are seeking a compassionate, resilient, and motivated Young People's Support Worker to join our dedicated team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people while developing your career within a supportive and professional environment.

Working Hours:

This is a full-time, shift-based role working on a rolling rota across Monday to Sunday.

• Day Shifts: 8:00am – 8:30pm
• Waking Night Shifts: 8:00pm – 8:30am

The Role:

As a Young People's Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to young people living within our residential home. You will help create a safe, nurturing, and structured environment that promotes independence, personal growth, and positive life outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support young people with daily living activities, routines, and personal development.
• Build professional, trusting relationships and act as a positive role model.
• Encourage education, life skills, independence, and positive behaviour.
• Provide emotional and practical support tailored to individual needs.
• Work collaboratively with social workers, families, schools, and other professionals.
• Contribute to care plans, risk assessments, and individual development goals.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation.
• Ensure the home remains safe, clean, and welcoming.
• Promote safeguarding and make informed decisions to protect young people.
• Work effectively as part of a team to deliver consistent, person-centred care.

Essential Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year's experience working with children or young people aged 8–17 in a care, support, youth work, residential, or educational setting.
• Ability to engage, support, and build positive relationships with young people.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience supporting emotional and behavioural development.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.
• Reliable, professional, and committed to delivering high standards of care.

Desirable Requirements:

• Previous experience within a residential childcare setting.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent qualification).
• Knowledge of challenging behaviour and trauma-informed approaches.
• Understanding of youth development and therapeutic support practices.
• Experience working within an Ofsted-regulated environment.

What We Offer:

• Supportive and friendly team environment.
• Ongoing paid training and professional development.
• Clear progression opportunities, including pathways to Senior Support Worker and Team Leader roles.
• Opportunity to be part of an expanding organisation with ambitious growth plans.
• Meaningful work that positively impacts the lives of children and young people.

Apply Now:

If you are passionate about empowering young people, promoting independence, and helping them achieve brighter futures, we would love to hear from you.

Join Bright Young Futures and make a lasting difference every day.