Youth Support Worker

Oldham | Temporary to Permanent Opportunity | £12.71 per hour

Rotherwood Cares is recruiting on behalf of our client for dedicated and compassionate Support Workers to join a brand-new residential service supporting young people aged 16–18.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new service from the beginning, initially working on a flexible temporary/ad-hoc basis, with the opportunity to secure a permanent position as the home develops.

About the Role

You will be supporting young people who may have experienced trauma and require consistent, person-centred support. Some of the young people may present with:

• Trauma and adverse childhood experiences
• Mental health needs
• ADHD
• Emotional and behavioural difficulties
• Challenging behaviours
• Absconding risks

Your role will involve building positive relationships, promoting independence, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the young people, and supporting them to achieve positive outcomes.

Shift Pattern

• Flexible shifts available
• Days
• Waking Nights
• Ad-hoc work with the opportunity to progress into a permanent role

Pay Rate

£12.71 per hour

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience supporting children, young people or adults with complex needs, mental health, learning disabilities or challenging behaviours.
• OR students currently studying Health & Social Care, Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, Youth Work or a related subject who are looking for part-time or full-time experience alongside their studies.
• A caring, resilient and professional approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to remain calm in challenging situations.

Essential Requirements

• Enhanced DBS (Child and Adult Workforce) on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Previous support or care experience is preferred.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts.

If you're passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people and would like to be involved in a brand-new residential service, we'd love to hear from you.