We are looking for the right candidate to start as soon as possible.
Are you an experienced and dedicated Youth support Worker or looking to work in the field with a passion for supporting people who have learning disabilities ? Do you have the skills to de-escalate challenging behaviours and provide essential support and care? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
We are looking for a compassionate and proactive youth support Worker to join a team based in Dewsbury and work closely with young adults who require additional support to achieve their full potential. This is a part-time self employed position with the opportunity to move into a permanent role for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide tailored support to adults/ young adults who have learning disabilities,helping them to navigate their challenges and build resilience.
- Utilize de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviours, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all.
- Offer support and care, acting as a trusted mentor and advocate for the adults with learning disabilities in your care.
- Engage with them in creative and innovative ways to keep them motivated and on track with their emotional and personal development and well being.
- Collaborate with other staff members to create and implement strategies that meet the unique needs of each person.
- Take initiative in identifying areas where they need additional support and develop appropriate interventions to address these needs.
Desired Experience:
- Previous experience working with young people or adults with learning disabilities who have learning disabilities or display challenging behaviours.
- Familiarity with de-escalation techniques and support with care practices.
- Experience working in an Alternative Provision setting is highly desirable but not essential.
- A strong commitment to helping adults with learning disabilities achieve their best, regardless of the challenges they face.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, using your own initiative to support them effectively.
. All appropriate training will be provided .
. Must be a car driver preferably with a use of a car however we can arrange some support with transport .
All candidates are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults with learning disabilities . We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with local council statutory guidance ‘Keeping adults with learning disabilities Safe.
There will be an enhanced DBS check and you must have the right to work in the UK.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £12.21-£13.61 per hour
Expected hours: 12 – 14 per week
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Dewsbury, West Yorkshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- working with Learning disabilities: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 20/06/2025
