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Support Worker (Young people)

Job Posted: 4 days ago

Salary: £ 12.71 - 12.71 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Chichester

Expire in: 24 days

Job Description

Young Person Support Worker
Chichester

Are you passionate about making a real difference in a young person’s life? We are looking for dedicated and resilient Support Workers to join our team supporting young people aged 16–18, including care leavers, who may come from challenging and traumatic backgrounds such as family breakdown, abuse, substance misuse, and exploitation.

About the Role
As a Young Person Support Worker, you will provide day-to-day support to help young people develop independence, confidence, and life skills. This is a rewarding but challenging role where your ability to build trust, remain calm under pressure, and offer consistent support is key.

Key Responsibilities

Provide general emotional and practical support to young people
Build positive, trusting relationships
Support individuals displaying challenging behaviours with confidence and professionalism
Use verbal de-escalation techniques effectively
Maintain accurate records and reports in line with safeguarding standards
Work collaboratively with the wider team and external professionals
What We’re Looking For

Confident individuals with experience or interest in supporting young people
Strong understanding of safeguarding, recording, and reporting procedures
Empathetic, patient, and non-judgemental approach
Ability to manage and respond to challenging behaviours
A genuine desire to make a positive impact
What We Offer

Full training and ongoing support
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
MediCash plan
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Onsite parking
Opportunities for development and progression
Please note: No sponsorship is offered for this role.

If you are committed to supporting young people and want to be part of a team that truly makes a difference, we would love to hear from you

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