Young Adults Support Worker, Grantham

Job Title: Young Adult Support Worker (Permanent)

Location: Grantham

Pay Rate: £12.80 per hour plus sleep-in rates

Contract Type: Permanent

Shifts: Day shifts and sleep-in shifts required

We are recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate Young Adult Support Worker to join our team in Grantham. This role involves working directly within a young person’s home, supporting young adults who are transitioning from children’s residential care into semi-independent living.

You will support individuals to develop essential life skills, build confidence, and increase their independence in a safe and supportive environment. You will work closely with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver consistent, person-centred care tailored to individual needs.

• Support young adults with daily living activities including cooking, cleaning, personal care where required and budgeting
• Promote independence and life skills development
• Provide emotional and behavioural support, including managing challenging behaviour
• Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team including social workers and other professionals
• Support attendance at education, appointments and community activities
• Maintain accurate records in line with care plans and organisational policies
• Promote a safe, supportive and positive home environment

• Experience working with young people or vulnerable adults is essential
• Experience supporting individuals with challenging behaviour is required
• Patient, resilient and able to remain calm under pressure
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexible to work day shifts and sleep‑in shifts

• Previous experience in a similar support or care role
• Understanding of safeguarding and person-centred care
• Willingness to work within a residential home setting
• Enhanced DBS check required or willingness to obtain one