Youth Support at The Cavern

At Support at The Cavern, we provide a welcoming and supportive environment for young people aged 13-19, with a particular focus on reaching those who may find it difficult to access traditional support services. Our team of support workers engages with youth through inclusive activities, such as board games and group events, creating a safe space where they can connect with peers and build coping skills.

We are dedicated to helping teenagers feel less isolated and more supported during the critical hours of 5.30-9.30pm, when statutory services are often unavailable. Funded by the Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board, our service works closely with a range of statutory mental health services to ensure a cohesive and comprehensive approach to care.

Safeguarding is at the heart of our mission. Our support workers are trained to provide early intervention and prevention in a non-clinical setting, ensuring that young people receive the necessary support in a secure and trusted environment.

The ideal candidate for this position will have experience of supporting young people and/or people with mental health issues. More importantly than that they will have a passion for seeing people become the best they can be. Passionate about being a part of someone’s journey to better their lives, learning new skills and building healthier relationships. Somebody with youth experience, who can confidently role model what it looks like to engage and build relationships with youth from a variety of backgrounds who can at times present challenges. Requiring a fun, upbeat, robust attitude to engage with young people who have often slipped through the net. They will have excellent people skills and good communication skills. They will show leadership qualities amongst their peers, encouraging and role modelling best practice.

• All applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced  DBS check and must provide two references before a start date can be arranged.