We are currently working in partnership with a charity based in Kent who are looking to appoint a Youth Support Worker on a 12 week temporary to permanent contract.

This will be a full-time position based in Kent, with an initial hourly rate of £14-15/hr and then an annual salary of £27,000-£33,000.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience providing holistic support to children and young people and will have an Enhanced DBS on the update service.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Managing a caseload of around 8 young people aged 16 to18

• Providing holistic floating support within the homes of young people, promoting independence, stability and wellbeing

• Supporting young people with their education, including engagement with educational services and encouraging positive progress

• Assisting young people with shopping, budgeting and money-management skills

• Providing healthcare support, including registering young people with GPs and dentists and ensuring necessary attendance

Experience required:

• Experience working with children and young people

• Experience providing holistic support to vulnerable individuals

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

• Safeguarding and risk management

• Communication and relationship building

Rewards and Benefits:

• Potential for permanent offer

Working hours:

• 40 hours per week

• Monday – Friday, 8:30am-5pm

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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