Youth Support Worker
Brook Street
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Salary
£35,564
Contract
Not specified
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
27 October 2026
6 days leftJob description
Southampton | £32,780-£35,564 (incl. £5,000 Market Supplement) | 37 hrs/week, Permanent
Candidates must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK
Are you ready to make a lasting impact in a child's life? Join our secure residential care team, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, as a Residential Childcare Practitioner supporting up to ten children with complex mental health, behavioural, and attachment needs.
As a Residential Childcare Practitioner, you'll work in a structured, therapeutic setting that helps vulnerable young people feel safe, supported, and empowered. You'll act as a trusted role model, build secure relationships, and support recovery from trauma with empathy and consistency.
- Be a therapeutic parent and positive influence
- Collaborate with education and wellbeing teams
- Lead structured, enriching activities
- Work flexible shifts incl. weekends, early/late, and sleep-ins
- Receive full induction and ongoing training
What We're Looking For
- Passion for working with children and young people
- Emotional resilience, patience, and physical capability
- Experience in residential or secure settings (preferred)
- Enhancements for evenings/weekends
- Career development and training
- Supportive team environment
- Up to 33 days leave + public holidays
Take the next step in a meaningful career as a Residential Childcare Practitioner. Apply today and help shape brighter futures.
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Reed
First seen
10 September 2026
Last checked
22 September 2026
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