Youth Development Worker

Overview

RGB Recruitment is seeking a Youth Development Worker for a temporary position based in Penzance, paying £15.34 per hour. Working 37 hours per week on an agency basis until September 2026, you will support young people aged 16–25 within a supported accommodation service. The role involves helping individuals experiencing homelessness build confidence, develop life skills, and move towards independent living.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Providing one-to-one support and key worker sessions.
• Creating and reviewing personalised support and action plans.
• Completing risk assessments and managing safeguarding concerns.
• Supporting tenancy sustainment and housing-related needs.
• Assisting with benefits applications and financial management.
• Helping young people access education, training and employment opportunities.
• Working alongside partner agencies to secure the right support.
• Preparing young people for successful move-on into independent accommodation.

About You

• Experience supporting or engaging with young people.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment and support planning.
• An understanding of mental health, wellbeing and the challenges facing vulnerable young people.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive, resilient and person-centred approach.

Details

Location: Penzance

Hours: 37 per week

Contract: Temporary until End of September 2026

To apply: Send your CV to cjones@rgbrec.co.uk or call 07375412872 for an informal chat.

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