Young persons residential support worker
Category
Social Care
Organisation
Cherrytree Support Services Ltd
Job Description
| Main Objectives |
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| To work as part of a team creating a supportive and safe environment for young people living on the project and helping to equip them with the skills, competencies and mind-set they need to live independently or with further support. |
| Key Responsibilities |
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Day to day running of the project- To support keyworkers with the day to day running of the project.
- To update case notes, complete incident reports, logs and emails where applicable.
- Support and advise service users, working closely with keyworkers and making referrals to other organisations where appropriate.
- To refer to Cherrytree’s counselling service.
Group Work- To help organise and facilitate group activities, both within the project or off site, such as cooking, shopping, craft, sport or activities lead by the young people.
- Consulting with the young people on the project, you will be expected to take the lead in planning events.
- Researching and planning activities for the future.
- Working within a variable budget and negotiating prices.
- Sourcing free activities.
- It is desirable to have a driving licence to be able to drive the company vehicle.
General- To adhere to Cherrytree’s policies and procedures.
- To use Cherrytree’s IT systems including Outlook and Microsoft Office.
- Adhere to Cherrytree’s Health and Safety policy, being mindful of your own safety and that of colleagues and service users at all times.
- To be flexible.
- Participate in regular supervision and team meetings.
- To ensure that all safeguarding issues are reported appropriately and in line with Cherrytree’s policies and procedures within Safeguarding protocols.
- To attend training relevant to the post.
- Undertake a DBS check.
- Take responsibility for your own personal development in the job.
- Cherrytree works within a Psychologically Informed Environment (PIE). Applicants will be expected to work within a PIE framework.
Diversity - Adhere to Cherrytree’s Equality and Diversity Policy and play a key role in its successful implementation.
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Closing Date: Sunday 28th September 2025
Interview Date: W/C 6th October 2025
Location
Sheffield
Salary
5,514.52 per annum
Type of Contract
Contract
Hours
17 hours alternative weekends day shifts
Benefits
Membership of Westfield Health Scheme 5 Weeks annual leave plus bank holidays pro rata
Closing Date
28-09-2025
How to Apply
For an application form and job description please email: Emily Nichols at the following email address: enichols@cherrytreesupportservices.co.uk
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