Peter Smith
Senior Young Persons Support Worker
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About
Compassionate and experienced Senior Young Persons Support Worker with over 15 years' experience supporting vulnerable children and young people within residential care, emergency placements, and leaving-care services. Skilled in safeguarding, behaviour management, tenancy support, multi-agency working, and promoting positive outcomes. Known for building trusting relationships, remaining calm under pressure, and supporting young people to develop independence and resilience.
Experience
Senior Young Persons Support Worker - Dutton Health & Social Care Agency
(2008-01)
- Support young people in residential and supported accommodation settings.
- Promote independence, wellbeing and positive life outcomes.
- Work closely with social workers, education providers, police and other agencies.
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to care and support planning.
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding and health and safety procedures.
Young Persons Practitioner (Leaving Care Accommodation) - RMBC (Secondment)
(2016-01 - 2017-12)
- Supported care leavers transitioning to independent living.
- Assisted with budgeting, tenancy responsibilities and life skills.
- Managed a busy caseload and coordinated support services.
Residential Senior Care Worker - Silverwood Emergency Residential Home
(2010-01 - 2016-12)
- Worked with emergency referrals for children and young people.
- Delivered high-quality care within a multidisciplinary team.
- Liaised with external agencies to achieve positive outcomes.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Health & Social Care (2012-12)
NVQ Level 2 - Health & Social Care (2001-12)
NVQ Level 1 - Health & Social Care (2001-12)
NVQ - Microsoft Office Applications (2004-12)
GCSE/GCE - Maths, English and Science
