HTR Care Recruitment
Support Worker
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Support Worker
Support Worker
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits
- Cycle to work scheme
- Referral programme
- Good transport links
Important Notes
- Driving skills and access to own vehicle are highly preferred, but not essential.
- NVQ level 2 or 3 are preferable but not necessary as full training will be provided.
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
Role Overview
We are looking for a caring, reliable, and professional Support Worker to provide guidance, practical support, and a safe environment for vulnerable young people, including looked-after children and unaccompanied asylum-seeking children.
The role involves:
- Supporting young people in line with their pathway plans, support plans, and risk assessments
- Collaborating closely with internal teams, external agencies, and other professionals
- Helping young people develop independence, safety awareness, access to services, and participation in positive activities
Key Responsibilities
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Provide a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment for young people
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Support young people according to their:
- Individual needs
- Pathway plans
- Support plans
- Risk assessments
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Assist with the preparation, review, and implementation of support plans and risk assessments
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Maintain accurate records including:
- Daily records
- Case notes
- Incident forms
- Accident reports
- Other required documentation
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Attend:
- Reviews
- Planning meetings
- Staff meetings
- Supervision and training sessions (when required)
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Promote rights, dignity, safety, and wellbeing of young people at all times
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Support young people in:
- Positive behaviour management
- Conflict resolution
- Emotional wellbeing
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Help young people access:
- Facilities
- Appointments
- Activities
- Services (inside and outside the home)
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Communicate with external professionals, including:
- Social workers
- Doctors
- Police
- Other relevant agencies (as required)
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Maintain high standards of cleanliness, supporting:
- Cleaning
- Shopping
- Gardening
- General upkeep of the household
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Ensure adherence to:
- Company policies
- Health & Safety
- COSHH
- RIDDOR
- Safeguarding requirements
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Responsible for:
- Building and smooth running of the shift
- Sleep-in shifts
- Waking nights (when required)
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Respond quickly and appropriately to emergencies, following agreed procedures and safeguarding protocols
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Support home financial administration, including:
- Petty cash management
- Allocation of activity money
- Handling of young people’s allowances
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Foster positive collaboration with colleagues while:
- Sharing critical information appropriately
- Supporting good team practice
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Professionally challenge or report:
- Poor practices or concerns
- Issues to your line manager
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Comply with all:
- Company policies and procedures
- Safeguarding protocols
- Complaints handling
- Grievance reporting
- Incident reporting mechanisms
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Complete:
- Induction
- Mandatory training
- Any role-specific additional training as required
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Carry out reasonable duties requested by the manager as needed for service support.
About You
The ideal candidate will:
- Be compassionate, responsible, and professional when working with vulnerable young people
- Cultivate a calm demeanour under pressure
- Consistently follow procedures and set boundaries
- Serve as a positive role model
Expectations of You
- Be reliable, punctual, and trustworthy
- Treat both young people and colleagues with dignity, respect, and fairness
- Maintain professional boundaries at all times
- Work relationally and cooperatively as part of a team
- Avoid internal or external behaviour that adversely affects social care suitability
- Seek guidance from your line manager when unsure about any aspect of your role
- Declare any potential conflicts of interest as soon as they arise
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