Support Worker​/Nights

Youth Support Worker

Location: Yeovil, Somerset
Contract: Full Time
Role Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 37.5 per week
Salary: £13.04 - £13.86 dependent on qualifications and experience
Closing Date: Wednesday 10 December 2025

At Cambian, everything you do matters. As a Youth Support Worker, you’ll become part of a home where your care, attention, and presence shape the lives of young people aged 16‑25. From supporting with daily routines to activities, every moment builds trust, confidence, and a sense of safety. Though the work is challenging, the reward comes in every breakthrough and smile.

You don’t need any special qualifications for this role, but you do need to share our passion to help young people be the very best they can be.

• Support young people with community activities such as horse riding, swimming, cinema, pantomimes and beach visits to enrich their wellbeing and community access.
• Assist with placement and enrichment opportunities to ensure a wealth of future prospects.
• Build relationships and provide emotional support during highs and lows; personal care may be required.
• Complete essential planning and documentation.

• Friendly, positive, empowering, innovative and person‑centred approach.
• No prior experience required – just a passion for helping others.

• Comprehensive induction.
• Career development:
  Fully funded NVQs (Levels 3‑5) and internal promotion opportunities.
• £13.04 - £13.86 depending on qualifications and experience.
• 30 days (6 weeks) annual leave.
• Access to discounts at major retailers (ASDA, Tesco, M&S, etc.).
• Support: 24/7 helpline and hardship grants through the Care Tech Foundation.
• Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification –
  FREE
  .
• Make a real difference every day – apply now.

Lufton College has two sites across 40 acres of beautiful countryside. We support young people aged 16‑25 with autism and additional learning needs through day placements of 38 and 52 weeks. Our aim is to enrich and support students as they enter adulthood, using animal therapy with our cats and mini farm to aid wellbeing.

Cambian is committed to safeguarding and the welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide references covering the past two years, including roles with vulnerable groups. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and protect all service users within our care.