Support Worker
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 12 Medi 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £25,857.00 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | 25857 - 25857 |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 10 Hydref 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | St Albans, AL1 3JX |
| Cwmni: | Vacancy Filler |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | SEP20250946 |
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Adult Homelessness Support Worker - Open Door (St Albans)Full Time: 37.5 hours per weekDo you want to make a real difference in people’s lives? Open Door is a night shelter providing emergency accommodation for up to 12 single homeless people in St. Albans each night. We also offer a drop-in service for people who are street homeless.The Open-Door staff team offer a trauma-informed, safe environment that is person-centred and supports those who come through our doors to get access to the help they need. This could include support to find move-on accommodation, claim benefits, counselling or signposting to specialist agencies for support with things like Mental Health, and drug and alcohol addictions.We are seeking a Support Worker with the right values and behaviours who can encourage and nurture a positive workplace culture based on respect and dignity for those experiencing homelessness who need support.As a Support Worker, you will:Assess needs and develop personalised support plansPromote independence through life skills such as cleaning, and budgetingCreate risk assessments and safety management plansSupport aspirations and help individuals achieve their goalsEngage with residents in a variety of ways, including creative and informal approachesSupport individuals to attend appointments and access external servicesDeliver trauma-informed support that recognises and responds to individual experiencesCarry out regular building checks to ensure safety and securityWorking hours:This is a full-time position (37.5 hours per week) worked on a rota basis. You will be working with another Support Worker at all times, with shifts spread across weekdays and weekends.Late shift: 2:00pm - 10:00pmAbout you:We are looking for someone who has a genuine interest in the people we support, who brings a can-do attitude and a genuine desire to help others thrive.You will also need to:Communicate effectively and adapt to different needs and preferencesBe flexible and reliable, able to work shifts including weekends and bank holidaysWork well as part of a team and independentlyBe committed to equality, diversity, and person-centred careHightown Benefits:Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, rising to 35 days with service£25,857 pa / 37.5 hour per week contractWorkplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salaryFully paid DBSAnnual bonus based on satisfactory performanceMonthly attendance bonus and annual salary and cost of living reviewOngoing professional development and training to help you deliver outstanding supportEmployee assistance helplineAppointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for our roles.We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer.