Residential Children and Young People Support Worker Apprenticeship

Are you passionate, enthusiastic, motivated and committed to making a difference, improving the lives of young people? Then our young people need you.

As a Support Worker, you'll help our residents (aged 8–23) lead fulfilling lives. Our fantastic team is ready to welcome you! This is a fantastic opportunity for a resilient and passionate individual to join our amazing teams.

The role will be to support young people with complex needs who have so much to offer and just need the guidance of nurturing adults that can show them the world isn't such a scary place.

Day-to-day responsibilities:

To act as a positive role model and team member To facilitate effective communication within the staff team To participate in planning and delivering quality care and support for service users Support day-to-day delivery of care and support to people using services Other support worker duties

Training:

Paragon Skills is an award-winning, Ofsted-rated ‘Good’, national apprenticeship provider inspiring over 10,000 learners annually and working with over 3000 businesses to deliver apprenticeships in a high-quality, consistent way. Our dedicated focus on the Care and Education sectors means we are deeply rooted within these sectors and have in-depth knowledge and understanding of what is required from a training perspective. Upon completion of this 24 Month Apprenticeship, you will have obtained your Children, Young People and Families Practitioner (level 4) Apprenticeship.



Training Outcome:

There is a possibility of being offered a full-time role after successful completion of the apprenticeship.



Employer Description:
Within Reach Services is based in Gloucestershire, we provide care, support and homely accommodation to children and young people with complex needs. Within Reach Services is registered with Ofsted as a children’s care home provider and registered with CQC to deliver personal care. Our priority is quality and we are passionate about supporting young people to feel safe, happy and to reach their potential.

Working Hours :
5 days per week - (Working 2 weekends out of 4 on a rota basis, includes early mornings, long days, waking nights and sleep ins). Main Service hours are: 7am - 3pm, 3pm - 10pm, 10pm - 7am. Some of our other services hours are: 8am - 8pm, 8pm - 8am

Skills:
Attention to Detail,Organisational Skills,Communication Skills


  • Location: 28 Westgate StreetGloucester, Gloucestershire GL1 2NG GL1 2NG
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS LIMITED
  • Posted: 15-Jan-2026
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk