Trainee Practitioner - Young People Support Worker - London

As a Support Worker in a Semi-Independent Home, you will have the opportunity of developing authentic relationships with our young people (aged 16 - 21 years old), you will also have responsibility for making sure our residents are safe, providing support, liaison with other professionals and completion of support documents to record information. Throughout the shift you will have the additional support of an on call manager should you have any questions. Further to this, you will be involved in team meetings monthly and will also receive monthly supervision.

Genuine commitment to working and supporting Young People to achieve their full potential.
An understanding of the issues facing young people.
The ability to cope effectively with challenging behaviour.
Good communication and team working skills.
Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.

If you are looking for a fulfilling and rewarding career where no two days are the same, this might be the job for you!

The only thing you need is a passion for making a difference. We don't require previous care experience as we provide all the training and support you need to excel in your role.

Our young people need care 24/7 so we have fixed rotas with different shifts (8, 10 and 12 hours) from 8 am to 10 pm for day staff; and from 9 pm to 8.30 am for night staff.
On average, you will be working 40 hours a week, so meaning if you work 4 shifts of 10 hours each, you will then get 3 days off.
There is always the possibility to do overtime if you need a bit extra, this is paid time and half same as bank holidays.
We are offering different options for this role:
20/23 hours per week (including weekends and bank holidays)
40 hours per week (including weekends and bank holidays), Salary: £24,856 to £27,352 depending on location and experience.
4 weeks full induction and training program (paid).
Competitive pay and reward structure offering salary progression based on performance.
Tailored career development plan through our "St Christopher's Academy".
A friendly working environment, a fun, open and honest culture.
25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years' service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata.
Industry leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children's right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and social pedagogy.
Contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity and company sick scheme.
UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary.
BUPA employee assistance programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support.
Cycle to work scheme.
Bluelight card; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK.
Discretionary funded training programs.
Employee awards based on performance and length of service.
Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services.About Us
Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future.
St Christopher's is a leading charity for children and young people. We are proud of our history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK & Isle of Man. We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do. We provide positive life experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home.
We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong. We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation, childcare responsibilities, and gender-diverse identities.

Recruitment Process
At St Christopher's we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements.