Young People Support Worker
Quick answer
Depaul UK is hiring a full-time, in-office Young People Support Worker in Durham, UK, paying £26,436 per annum, to support residents in developing essential life skills and moving towards greater independence.
- Role
- Young People Support Worker
- Organization
- Depaul UK
- Location
- Durham
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- £26,436 per annum
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
Support residents living in supported accommodation to develop essential life skills, strengthen their resilience and move towards greater independence.
What you'll do
- Creating and reviewing SMART support plans with residents
- Completing risk and needs assessments
- Supporting young people to access education, training, employment, and volunteering
- Promoting physical health, emotional wellbeing, and independent living skills
- Helping new residents settle safely into the service
- Responding appropriately to incidents and safeguarding concerns
What it takes
- Experience within supported housing, homelessness, social care, youth work, or another support environment
- Empathy and resilience
- A genuine belief in the strengths and potential of young people
- Clear communication
- Maintaining appropriate professional boundaries
- Confidence working both independently and as part of a team
What you'll bring
How we treat you
26 days' annual leave rising with service, a pension with employer contributions of up to 7%, a cash health plan, 24/7 GP access, an Employee Assistance Programme, and a range of retail, travel, food, and fitness discounts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Durham, UK.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is £26,436 per annum.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include experience in supported housing, homelessness, social care, youth work, or another support environment, empathy, resilience, clear communication, maintaining appropriate professional boundaries, and confidence working both independently and as part of a team.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted by 4 October 2026.
Is the job remote?
The job is in-office.
How to apply
Apply directly on Depaul UK's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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