Youth Support Worker - Secure Care Specialist

Location: Glinton, Peterborough
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week)
Salary: £26,210.72 - £29,801.64 (includes shift allowance)

Be the Difference That Changes a Life.

Are you someone who truly believes every young person deserves a second chance? Do you have the heart, resilience, and passion to help guide them toward a brighter future?

At our secure care home in Glinton, we're looking for compassionate, driven individuals to join us as Youth Support Workers. This isn't just a job - it's a chance to be a mentor, a role model, and a steady hand during a young person's toughest moments.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

Competitive Pay + Extras

£26,210.72 to £29,801.64 salary

PLUS £2,000 annual retention bonus

Additional sleep-in allowance

Perks That Make a Difference

Free meals during shifts

Free onsite parking

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Training & Support You Can Count On

Full induction and ongoing professional development

Supportive team culture where you'll never feel alone

Shifts That Fit Your Life

Alternating shifts (7:30-16:30 / 13:00-22:00)

Enjoy a predictable schedule with weekends off every other week

What You'll Be Doing:

Being a Steady, Supportive Presence
You'll provide day-to-day care and guidance to young people in a secure setting, helping them feel safe, heard, and valued.

Inspiring Growth & Change
Be a trusted adult and role model, encouraging young people to overcome challenges and develop life skills that last.

Working Together to Make a Difference
You'll be part of a close-knit, multidisciplinary team all working toward the same goal: brighter futures for every young person in our care.

What We're Looking For:

A genuine passion for supporting young people
Great communication and teamwork skills
Willingness to work alternate weekends and bank holidays
Physically fit and active - ready to take part in activities
Over 21 (for legal reasons related to the role)
Experience in child protection or youth work is helpful - but heart and commitment matter most

This Is More Than a Job - It's a Calling.

If you're looking for a career that challenges you, fulfills you, and gives you the chance to truly change lives, then we want to meet you.

Apply now to join our incredible team and start making a difference, one young life at a time.

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