YMCA DownsLink Group is a formation of local YMCAs across Sussex and Surrey. We are a charity working to transform the lives of vulnerable young people across Sussex and Surrey. We work to prevent youth homelessness and provide a home to 763 young people every night. We reach a further 10,000 young people and their families through our other key services, such as counselling, support and advice, mediation and youth work, so that all young people can belong, contribute and thrive.

The Team

We provide high quality accommodation which houses asylum seekers and young people aged 16 to 25 and deliver specialist support to enable thriving lives. All young people are treated as individuals and tailored support packages are offered to support their path to becoming fully independent. We adopt a holistic, psychologically informed approach and use a range of one to one and group activities to help young people to develop socially and personally. In addition to this, we use an asset-based approach to actively encourage young people into education, employment and training.

The Role

As a Bank Support Worker you will work proactively, creatively and effectively alongside young people to develop their assets and talents and to acquire the skills they need to live independent and fulfilling lives. You will contributre to the smooth and safe running of the services by providing consistency and reliability. This will involve recording incidents, accidents and safeguarding issues and sharing information with relevant colleagues. You will also undertake housing management and health and safety-related tasks as required. This includes fire, gas and water safety, and buildings inspections.

Becoming a Bank Worker is a great way into the organisation and can be used as a stepping stone to other roles. YMCAdlg prides itself in creating opportunities for career progression across all its services.

This role has a flexible range of shifts. The hours can include weekends and bank holidays.

Who You Are

We are looking for a Bank Support Worker who has experience of working with a similar client group and a good understanding of the key risks, challenges and opportunities for young people. You will be able to inspire and work proactively with young people to develop their talents and achieve the skills they need to maintain their lives independently. An excellent planner and organiser, you will be able to manage lots of tasks at the same time and keep appropriate records. Furthermore, you will will be able to build strong relationships with other members of your team and will make sure that handovers are robust and clear.

Benefits

• 27 days' annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays
• Company Sick Pay
• Employer contribution pension
• Life Assurance policy (2x your annual salary)
• Health & Wellbeing cash plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Exclusive discounts on a broad range of brands
• Cycle to Work scheme

As an organisation, we are committed to the continued professional development of all colleagues, providing an extensive programme of formal learning opportunities and supported by an organisational wide culture of learning.

If you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this post, please contact

Please note this is a rolling advert; applications will be reviewed regularly and interviews arranged on a rolling basis.

Further Information

YMCA DownsLink Group welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We value diversity and promote inclusion, which we demonstrate through our activities, as well as in our policies and working practices. Reinforced by our culture and values, we seek to create an inspiring and inclusive place to work.

YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

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