Support Worker
| Posting date: | 24 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £27,300 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 July 2025 |
| Location: | Liverpool, Merseyside, L7 9NJ |
| Company: | Brook Street |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | BBBH396465_1753365993 |
Summary
Support Worker - Young Asylum Seekers
Location: Liverpool
Monday to Friday 9-5
£14.00ph
Temporary with a view to go permanent after 16 weeks
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people seeking safety and a new start? Join our dedicated team in Liverpool, supporting asylum-seeking young people aged 16+
About the RoleAs a Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in helping young asylum seekers settle into life in the UK. You'll offer day-to-day practical and emotional support, helping them develop independent living skills, access essential services, and feel part of a safe, inclusive community.
Key Responsibilities-
Provide 1:1 and group support to young people in supported accommodation
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Assist with access to healthcare, education, legal services, and social integration
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Work closely with social workers, housing officers, and other professionals
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Advocate on behalf of young people to ensure their rights are upheld
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Keep accurate records, risk assessments, and support plans
We're looking for someone who is:
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Compassionate, resilient, and culturally aware
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Experienced in working with vulnerable young people (desirable)
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Knowledgeable about the asylum process and safeguarding procedures
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An excellent communicator with a flexible, solution-focused approach
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DBS-checked (or willing to undergo one)
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Be part of a values-driven, inclusive organisation
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Comprehensive training and development opportunities
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Supportive and experienced team environment
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Opportunities to grow within a fast-evolving sector