Young Persons Support Worker

Job Title: Young Persons Support Worker - 16-25 year olds.

Job Type: Temporary to permanent - 12 weeks

Location: Coventry

Industry: Social Care - Homelessness

We're looking for a caring, motivated Young Persons Support Worker in Coventry to support young people aged 16-25 in achieving their goals and building brighter futures. You'll work with a caseload of young people to assess needs, create action plans, develop life skills, and help them access education, training, and employment.

Key Responsibilities of a Young Persons Support Worker:

• Build positive relationships and provide consistent, reliable support.

• Help young people improve life skills through individual and group sessions.

• Motivate and support them to sustain education, training, or work.

• Carry out risk and needs assessments, developing tailored plans.

• Connect young people with training providers, employers, and support services.

• Support preparation for independent living and sustaining tenancies.

• Maintain accurate records and respond effectively to crises.

What We're Looking For:

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above).

• Experience working as a young persons support worker or with young people in settings such as youth work, housing, education, or social care.

• Strong communication skills, ability to engage and inspire.

• Able to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends.

• IT literate and organised.

• Car driver ideally - travel in Coventry essential

You'll receive a thorough induction, training, and ongoing support to help you succeed. If you can build trust, stay calm under pressure, and are passionate about helping young people reach their potential, we'd love to hear from you.

If you feel you meet the criteria for a Young Persons Support Worker please apply within, for more information call 021 631 5930.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.