Login to Apply

JOB TITLE:    Support Worker - Resettlement

LOCATION:   Weston Super Mare

SALARY:        £14.47/hr

The Employer:

We are looking to fill the role of Support Worker - Resettlement , within a housing environment, As well as meeting housing demand our client aims to enable local companies to recruit the workforce they need from their communities.

Their growth strategy will contribute to economic growth and sustain around 7,000 jobs in the building industry and its supply chain. With a plan to increase stock by 5,000 homes over the next 5 years, providing more affordable housing options on a low-cost rent and sale basis, this employer is a much sought after option, offering benefits and stability alike.

The Role:

Field based role within a team of 3, and a Team Leader, working with a caseload of up to 20 customers 
Work closely with the accommodation services to prevent people from becoming homeless again
Housing support around managing a tenancy, working with benefits, bills, exploring options around education, training and employment, budgeting, and engaging with other professionals
Checking needs and risks are assessed appropriately to ensure the service is suitable for the prospective customers
Helping to keep the system caseload management system updated regularly
Completing Risk and Needs Assessments and Support Plans
Preparation of quarterly reports for the commissioners

The Candidate will need:

A drive to find solutions in supporting people with a range of backgrounds
An understanding of people’s needs and interests, allowing appropriate actions plans to be made
A passion for providing immediate care and support for people with safeguarding and emotional and mental health issues
Having a resilient and flexible nature when dealing with others
Being able to work under pressure while producing support plans and meeting deadlines
Happy to work alone or in a team environment.
A positive, creative approach, with a can-do attitude whilst maintaining professional boundaries
To hold a valid driving licence

SUMMARY:

This role is being offered on a part time, temporary basis - 4-5 months

Working hours to 22.2 a week, hour patterns between 8am-6pm.

An enhanced DBS adult and child needs to be already held or applied for

INTERVIEW:

The client is keen to fill this role quickly so if it is of interest, don’t delay in sending your CV over to us so we can put your name forward for interview stage