Support Worker

Support Worker - Supported Accommodation (16-25yr olds)

Position:Support Worker (Job ID 822)
Hours: Full-time (Average 39.375 hours per week) on a 2-week rotation pattern (Week 1 is 4 shifts 8am-8:15pm. Week 2 is 3 shifts 8am-8:15pm. Weekend on/weekend off).
Contract: Permanent
Location: Gloucester
Pay: £23,100 per year

Closing Date: 3rd April 2024 - Our client reserves the right to close the job advert early if needed.

Maybe you are a Support Worker with transferrable skills. They may have just the role for you...

Come and join a Charity focused on people rather than profit.

We are looking for a Support Worker who shares our purpose, to join our fantastic Central Gloucester Accommodation Based Service, which offers shelter and support for young people (16-25 years old) who face homelessness.

Our client are looking for someone to work Full-time (Average 39.375 hours per week) on a 2-week rotation pattern (Week 1 is 4 shifts 8am-8:15pm. Week 2 is 3 shifts 8am-8:15pm. Weekend on/weekend off).

Why should you consider this opportunity?

• Work within a fun, established and very supportive team.
• Management support from a very well established and tight knit senior management team with decades of experience.
• Career growth, join a service which continues to grow in Gloucestershire, as a result of excellent service delivery.

You'll:

• Re-enforce, positive support being delivered and establish the same standards for each new resident.
• Provide a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach to empower people in improving independent living skills.
• Safeguard them from any potential danger, harm, or abuse.
• Accurately document notes on their computer system and ensure seamless communication with support staff for effective handovers.
• While the role may present challenges, the rewards of witnessing the positive impact of your guidance and support in people’s lives are truly extraordinary.
• To excel in this position, you'll need to be flexible, patient, resilient, and professional, approaching your duties with a calm and caring demeanour.

About the organisation

Established in 1989, they are a registered charity propelled by an unwavering commitment to addressing homelessness, family breakdown, and social exclusion. They are driven by their values-based approach, caring deeply about the individuals and families they serve. Their supportive programs aim at developing long-term solutions to societal challenges. Over the years, they've consistently made tangible impacts in communities across Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Herefordshire, South Gloucestershire, Bristol, Wiltshire, Dorset, and Devon.

What They Offer

You're not simply entering a workplace; you're immersing yourself in an exceptional and nurturing environment. Their unwavering commitment to your growth is evident in their meticulously designed, personalised training pathways aimed at propelling your career to new heights. Join a community of seasoned professionals who are genuinely excited about supporting your progress. Make the transformative choice for your career.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday, plus public holidays, with an additional day added per year and an option to purchase more^
• Enhanced pension and sick pay
• Death in service benefit
• Free subscription to Benenden Cashback plan or Perkbox Discounts

Why choose them

• Charity - people focused not profit.
• Investors in People Gold accredited employer, committed to making the workplace better for you.
• Excellent training and support to help you excel in your role.
• A voice in various groups, including Proud2Be, Green Impact, Health & Safety, and Health and Wellbeing.
• Access to a Workplace Welfare Manager for support when needed.
• Be part of an organisation that delivers social value; check out our latest Impact Report

Are Your Values Aligned with theirs?

They look for staff who embody our SPIRIT values:

• Show gratitude and appreciation of others.
• Demonstrate personal and professional pride.
• Integrity is everything.
• Reflect and learn.
• Continuous improvement.
• Take your best self wherever you go.

How to Apply

If you're ready to make a meaningful difference and share their values, click the apply button to start your journey with them.

They are an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.

Their robust Safeguarding Policy guides our recruitment process. They believe in the rehabilitative power of employment and working toward a purpose, so a prior conviction will not necessarily prevent you from joining them. Please note this role is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks and also an enhanced check by the Disclosure & Barring Services, paid for by them.

^Annual Leave entitlement will be pro-rata for Part-time staff. Working on public holidays due to a rota pattern will be compensated with time off in lieu. An extra day of leave accrues for each completed financial year (capped at 5). Purchasing additional holidays is capped at 5 per year.

You may have experience in the following: Support Worker, Support Assistant, Accommodation Support Worker, Homelessness Support Worker, Youth Support Worker, Supported Accommodation Worker, Young People's Support Worker, Social Care Worker, etc.

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