Support Worker
| Posting date: | 29 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £29,455.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Essential Car User Role – mileage paid weekly • Free Private Healthcare • Loyalty Bonus • Pension Scheme (Auto-enrolment) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 May 2026 |
| Location: | Coventry, West Midlands |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Elysian Field Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
We specialise in providing safe, nurturing accommodation and outstanding support services for young people leaving care, unaccompanied asylum-seeking children, and homeless young people.
What You’ll Be Doing: • Provide essential support and guidance to young people aged 16–18 • Encourage independence and life skills through praise, teaching, and mentorship • Develop and maintain detailed Support Plans and Risk Assessments • Build trusting relationships based on understanding needs, interests, and hobbies • Work collaboratively with colleagues and external agencies to deliver high-level support • Escort young people to appointments and activities • Positively manage and challenge negative behaviours, guiding young people towards brighter futures • Support with general housekeeping and domestic responsibilities
The Role Requires: • A full UK driving licence, business car insurance, and access to a car during work hours • The right to work in the UK • At least 12 months' experience working with Children & Young People aged 16+ • Ideally, a Level 2/3 qualification (or willingness to work towards one with our support) • Excellent written English skills – clear, professional report writing is essential • Strong verbal communication skills – confident in working with young people, professionals, and agencies • A strong commitment to empowering young people to achieve independence, education,
and employment opportunities • Flexibility to work some weekends, Bank Holidays, and participate in the on-call rota
What You’ll Be Doing: • Provide essential support and guidance to young people aged 16–18 • Encourage independence and life skills through praise, teaching, and mentorship • Develop and maintain detailed Support Plans and Risk Assessments • Build trusting relationships based on understanding needs, interests, and hobbies • Work collaboratively with colleagues and external agencies to deliver high-level support • Escort young people to appointments and activities • Positively manage and challenge negative behaviours, guiding young people towards brighter futures • Support with general housekeeping and domestic responsibilities
The Role Requires: • A full UK driving licence, business car insurance, and access to a car during work hours • The right to work in the UK • At least 12 months' experience working with Children & Young People aged 16+ • Ideally, a Level 2/3 qualification (or willingness to work towards one with our support) • Excellent written English skills – clear, professional report writing is essential • Strong verbal communication skills – confident in working with young people, professionals, and agencies • A strong commitment to empowering young people to achieve independence, education,
and employment opportunities • Flexibility to work some weekends, Bank Holidays, and participate in the on-call rota