Support Worker
| Posting date: | 07 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £14.16 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | 14.16 - 14.16 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 24 April 2026 |
| Location: | Coventry, CV1 3HX |
| Company: | Vacancy Filler |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | APR20268384 |
Summary
Working hours: 30 hours per weekInterview Date: To be confirmedWe are looking for a Support Worker to work at our Drop In Centre in the City Centre in Coventry. At our Drop In we work with Rough Sleepers, people at risk of homelessness, prevention work, outreach and Floating Support. Hours to be agreed.Key responsibilities:The role of Support Worker with The Salvation Army is an inspirational one and key to achieving successful outcomes for our vulnerable clients. The role requires motivated and dynamic staff to work as part of the team to provide individual support in a trauma sensitive and psychologically informed manner.Support Workers are responsible for delivering a high-quality programme of support which promotes client choice and control. To address client support needs, enable them to achieve positive life changes and ultimately empower them to lead more sustainable lifestyles.To work as part of a team to achieve contractual and quality outcomes.The post holder should have the ability and willingness to work within, be empathic with and promote the Christian ethos and values of The Salvation Army Mission.The successful candidates will be able to demonstrate: RespectCompassionMotivationGood verbal communication skillsCommitmentFlexibilityRelevant Qualification to Diploma levelPrevious experience working within HomelessnessIn order to complete your application please download and read the job profile and any other attachments.In the job profile you will find the criteria required for the role please make sure that you address this in your supporting statement as this forms the basis of our shortlisting.Appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, a criminal record check, Enhanced with barred list DBS Disclosure check for the adult workforce and evidence of your Right to Work in the UK in line with Home Office requirements.As we are not a licensed sponsor, applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Details on how to prove your Right to Work can be found here. Please note that any Salvation Army employees who are under notice of redundancy and apply for this position will be given priority consideration.We reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we feel that we have received sufficient applications.Promoting equality in the workplace and as a disability confident leader scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet all the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy.