Youth Development Worker

BDS Recruitment are currently looking for a Youth Development Worker to work within the St Austell area. We are looking for someone innovative and creative in their ways of working to engage with a range of young people.

The role will be based in supported accommodation for young people aged 16-25.

• Provide one-to-one key worker support to young people aged 16-25.
• Develop and review support and action plans tailored to individual goals.
• Update and manage risk assessments and risk management plans.
• Support young people with tenancy and housing management.
• Assist with benefits applications (e.g., Universal Credit, PIP, Housing Benefit).
• Guide young people in budgeting, paying bills, and managing finances.
• Explore and support pathways into education, training, and employment.
• Collaborate with external agencies (mental health, domestic violence services, landlords, etc.).
• Help young people prepare for independent living and successful move‑on.

Hours per week: 37 hours on a Rota pattern.

Contract:

Temp ongoing role.

Pay rate: £15.34ph PAYE or £19.90 umbrella.

Please note you will require your own transport for this role and any mileage will be paid at 45p per mile.

Apply now for immediate consideration.