Young People Support Officer

Reading | £29,175 per annum

Full time, 37 hours per week | Rota covering seven days, between 8am and 10pm

About the Client

Our client is a charity helping people overcome homelessness and develop greater independence. The organisation is expanding its services for young adults, with an emphasis on inclusion, wellbeing and individual potential.

About the Job

Supporting young people aged 18 to 24 in supported accommodation, you will help individuals develop confidence, practical skills and plans for independent living.

Duties will include:

• Managing a caseload and agreeing individual goals and support plans.
• Building positive relationships that encourage participation and confidence.
• Providing guidance on budgeting, tenancy responsibilities, cooking and household routines.
• Helping young people access education, training, volunteering and employment.
• Organising activities and workshops that develop everyday skills.
• Coordinating support with housing, health, social care and community partners.
• Recognising safeguarding concerns and maintaining accurate case records.

About the Successful Applicant

You will be an empathetic, resilient communicator who can build trust and manage competing priorities. Ideally, you will have supported young people or vulnerable adults within housing, youth work, social care or a related setting. Good IT and record keeping skills are important, alongside a relevant qualification or willingness to work towards one.

What You Will Receive in Return

Benefits include a 7% employer pension contribution. You will join a collaborative team and help shape a developing service, with the opportunity to make a lasting difference to young people’s lives.