Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Salary: £12.75 per hour + £50 per sleep-in Hours: Full Time rota includes evenings, weekends and sleep-ins (average 155 hours per month) Make a difference. Shape futures. Inspire independence. Spectrum Children s Services (part of the Rehability UK Group) are looking for dedicated Youth Independence Mentors / Youth Support Workers to join our Supported Accommodation teams. You ll support young people aged as they prepare for adulthood teaching essential life skills, encouraging personal growth, and ensuring their safety and wellbeing. What you ll be doing: Supporting young people day-to-day in line with their individual plans. Teaching independence skills cooking, budgeting, cleaning, travel, health, and community access. Encouraging education, training, and employment opportunities. Acting as a positive role model and building safe, trusting relationships. Promoting safeguarding, safety, and well-being at all times. Recording progress and outcomes using Clear Care Solutions. Working collaboratively with colleagues and professionals to ensure the best outcomes. What we re looking for: Experience working with young people (care, supported accommodation, youth work, education, or transferable skills). Ability to teach and encourage independence skills. Understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries. Empathy, patience, and strong communication skills. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins. ..... full job details .....