Young People Support Worker | Basildon, Essex | £620 per trip plus expenses covered | Part time

Employer: Bury Active

Location: Basildon, Essex, Essex

Salary: £620 per trip plus expenses covered

Job type: Part time

Posted: 2026-05-21T00:00:00Z

Sector: Healthcare

Job Description

Young People Support Worker Looking for rewarding, flexible work with purpose? We're recruiting reliable, caring and energetic staff to join our team, supporting adults with learning difficulties on holidays and short breaks. Position: Young People Support Worker Location: Basildon, Essex Salary: Paid per trip Hours: Flexible, ad hoc work including weekends, evenings and holidays Contract: Part time About the Role This is a rewarding opportunity to support young people through a range of activities, short breaks and holidays across the UK and overseas. You will play a key role in helping young people enjoy new experiences, develop independence, build friendships and have fun in a safe and supportive environment. No two trips are the same. One weekend you could be supporting a group activity break in the UK, the next you could be helping young people enjoy an overseas holiday or day trip. This is a hands on and active role where enthusiasm, patience and a positive attitude are essential. Key responsibilities include: Supporting young people during activities, holidays and short breaks Encouraging independence, confidence and social inclusion Providing practical and emotional support where needed Helping to create safe, enjoyable and memorable experiences Working closely with a supportive and experienced team Ensuring the wellbeing and safety of the young people you support About You We are looking for people who are dependable, compassionate and enjoy working as part of a team. Experience in care or support work is helpful but not essential, as full training and support will be provided. You will ideally have: A caring, patient and positive approach Good communication and teamwork skills Flexibility and willingness to work on different trips and activities The ability to remain calm and adaptable in different situations A full UK driving licence A genuine passion for helping young people thrive This role could suit people from a variety of backgrounds including care, youth work, education, sports coaching, support work or community work. About the Organisation Bury Active is dedicated to creating opportunities for young people and adults to enjoy enriching activities, short breaks and holidays that promote independence, inclusion and wellbeing. Their work focuses on building confidence, encouraging participation and helping people enjoy life to the fullest within a supportive and friendly environment. Other roles you may have experience of could include: Youth Worker, Support Worker, Care Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Residential Support Worker, Activity Coordinator, Teaching Assistant, Community Support Worker, Sports Coach, Outreach Worker, Personal Assistant, SEN Support Worker.

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