Supported Living Mentor (16-18 years)
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Job Summary
At Homes for Support youll play a key role in helping young people aged 1621 including care leavers and unaccompanied asylum-seeking children build confidence develop independence and prepare for adulthood.
Youll provide day-to-day guidance emotional support and practical help that empowers young people to thrive and achieve their personal goals.
What makes this role exciting
Youll make a real difference supporting young people to live safely and independently
Youll work as part of a passionate trauma-informed team guided by care compassion and teamwork
Youll receive ongoing training and development opportunities through our dedicated Training Centre
Youll be supported by a strong management team who values your wellbeing and professional growth
What youll be doing:
Supporting young people in their daily routines cooking cleaning budgeting and personal organisation
Encouraging positive emotional wellbeing and resilience through consistent caring relationships
Helping young people access education training or employment opportunities
Advocating for young people and promoting their voice in decisions that affect them
Keeping clear accurate records and reports in line with safeguarding and regulatory standards
Working closely with Local Authorities social workers and partner agencies to ensure positive outcomes
What youll bring:
- Experience supporting young people in Supported Accommodation residential or community settings
- A genuine commitment to empowering young people to achieve independence
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Resilience empathy and a positive proactive approach
- A Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare or equivalent (or willingness to work towards this)
What youll get in return:
Salary up to 29448 including sleep-in
Access to a company pool car for work purposes
Fully funded training & progression opportunities
Discounts on gyms retail & leisure
Private medical & dental insurance cash-back scheme
Monthly recognition awards & staff events
Compassionate Pay Sick Pay & Wellbeing Programme
Shift Pattern: Two on four off shift pattern starting at 08:00-23:00 with sleep-in on a rota basis (no sleep-ins).
Ready to inspire and support young people towards brighter futures
Apply now or share with someone whod be perfect!
Key Skills
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Behavior Management
- Computer Skills
- Conflict Management
- Autism Experience
- Case Management
- Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Child Protective Services
- Experience with Children
- Mentoring
- Word Processing
About Company
We care for and support children and young People ages 7 and 18 in residential homes in Cheshire. Our services include Therapeutic and EBD Children's Homes and Supported Living accommodation. Our work focuses on Children and Young People with emotional and behavioural difficulties and ... View more
