Youth Support Worker

£20,000 - £26,000 · Career outcome for graduates of the Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care

A youth support worker's day involves assisting young people with daily tasks, promoting their well-being, and providing emotional support.

Key responsibilities include creating support plans, maintaining records, and collaborating with education professionals.

The Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is relevant for youth support workers, covering essential skills and knowledge.

With experience, youth support workers can progress to senior roles or specialise in areas like mentoring.

Entry route

Typically requires GCSEs or equivalent, with on-the-job training. Experience working with young people is beneficial.

How the Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care maps to this role

The Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is a UK-regulated qualification at RQF Level 3, awarded by Qualifi. For someone targeting Youth Support Worker roles, it provides the formal recognition employers expect plus the applied skills the role demands — delivered 100% online while you continue working.

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