Nocturnal Recruitment Solutions are looking for a Young People Support Worker support worker who can work with young people in a supported living service. The work is based within North/North West London, and the ideal worker will have an extensive background dealing with vulnerable 16-21 year olds who have diverse needs such as challenging behaviour, mental health and emotional needs. As a Young People Support Worker you will need to Have a Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care or Residential Childcare or Relevant Bachelors Degree (or Higher) e.g Social Work, Youth Studies. Roles and responsibilities: * Assess practical and emotional needs, developing care plans that outline the required care and support in a person-centred approach. * Ensure risk assessments are actioned as necessary, in line with policies and procedures. * Be responsible for the delivery of services to children and young people in the home, in such a way that safeguards and promotes their welfare. * Collate data statistics and undertake administrative duties as well as completing daily logs. * Work in partnership with other professionals to ensure that the individual gets the support they need. * Accompany residents in meetings with other agencies and health professionals as well as liaising with other support workers, social workers, YOs * Work with residents’ families to help them to support the young person in the most effective possible way. * Train residents with life skills to enable young people to live to the best of their potentials. * Provide emotional and practical support as well as listen to their problems and concerns. * Assist with domestic tasks such as cooking, washing and shopping as well advising residents on practical issues. * To undertake the role of link worker for one or more young people. This involves providing regular linkwork sessions, supervising/planning the spending of their allowances, taking a lead role in the assessment of the young person and co-ordinating information from a variety of sources, and informing and implementing the Child in Care planning processes. You Must Have: * Hold a valid DBS on the update service (Conducted in the last 12 months) * Must have at least 1 year UK experience with young adults/young people within a residential setting * Valid right to work documents * Have a good level of English (written & verbal) skills We have numerous positions available for immediate start. Apply now for immediate consideration. If you are passionate about supporting families and helping them thrive, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role. Please submit your CV and cover letter for consideration. Successful candidates will be contacted for an interview