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Young People Support worker
Job Posted: 2 hours ago
Salary: £ 15.88 - 15.88 / Hour
Job Type:
Location: SM5, Carshalton on the Hill, Greater London
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Progression Coach (Part-Time) – Sutton
We are currently recruiting for a Part-Time Progression Coach to join a service that supports at-risk young people in Sutton, helping to prevent homelessness and move them towards independence.
Position Details:
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Hours: 22.5 per week (rota basis, Monday–Sunday)
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Shifts: Early (8am–4pm), Mid (9am–5pm), Late (12pm–8pm)
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Weekends: 2 in every 4 weekends
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Contract: Temporary (approx. 2–3 months)
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Pay: £14.17 per hour + £1.71 holiday pay = £15.88 per hour
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage a caseload of 6 clients, conducting key working sessions and creating support plans.
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Complete comprehensive risk and needs assessments.
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Assess and interview referrals, providing feedback where required.
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Support clients ready to move on with networks and resources for independent living.
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Build professional, supportive relationships with young people.
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Encourage participation in Education, Training, Employment, and Volunteering.
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Liaise with external agencies including local authorities, benefits agencies, and voluntary bodies.
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Appropriately manage challenging behaviour and record incidents.
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Maintain a safe and secure environment in line with health and safety standards.
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Manage service charge collection and petty cash.
Please note: this role involves lone working.
Requirements:
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Experience supporting young people experiencing homelessness.
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Background in residential housing projects for young people.
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Experience managing caseloads, support plans, and assessments.
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Knowledge of youth homelessness causes and effects.
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Understanding of young people’s support needs and available statutory/voluntary resources.
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Knowledge of Health & Safety and anti-discriminatory practices.
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Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures.
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Ability to maintain professional boundaries.
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Competence using IT systems (Microsoft Office, databases).
Application:
Interested candidates should apply as soon as possible. Interviews will be held shortly, with the successful candidate expected to start promptlyBefore You Apply
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