Youth Support Worker

Support Worker - Young People’s Housing Services
Empowering independence, building futures

Part Time | 15 hours | £10,344 (13.26 per hour) | Hemel Hempstead

Hemel Hempstead

Join our caring team supporting young people - including separated migrant children - as they build confidence, independence and a positive future. We create an inclusive, respectful environment where every young person feels understood and empowered.

The Role

• Build trusting, compassionate relationships
• Provide trauma-informed support
• Encourage life skills and independence (no personal care)
• Maintain clear records and follow support plans
• Lone work confidently when needed
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external agencies

About You

You are caring, adaptable and committed to helping young people thrive. You communicate well, value inclusion and teamwork, and can manage boundaries and workload independently. A passion for learning and development is essential.

Essential Criteria:

• Full UK driving licence with business insurance and access to a vehicle for business use
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent Children and Young Peoples Workforce Diploma - or willingness to complete, supported by Hightown Housing
• Ability to work day and evening shifts (7am-3pm & 2pm-10pm), including weekends and bank holidays

Hightown Benefits

• £10,344 per annum (£13.26 per hour)

• 33-35 days annual leave (pro rata)
• Blue Light Card - access to thousands of retailer discounts
• Mileage paid for car usage
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Pension & life assurance (3× salary)
• Long Service Awards
• Monthly Attendance Bonus
• Annual salary and cost-of-living review
• Employee assistance helpline

Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS (and signed up to the DBS Update Service) and references.

We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer.