Assistant Support Worker

Working hours: 16 hours per week

Interview Date: To be confirmed

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, highly motivated person with vision and passion to work with young homeless people, aged 16 to 25. We are looking to appoint an Assistant Support Worker:

Assistant Support Workers will deliver a high-quality programme of support which promotes client choice and control. Many of the young people we work with have complex needs, so great relationship building skills are essential. The Assistant Support Worker will address clients support needs, enable them to make positive life choices and ultimately empower them on their journey to independent living. They will complete day to day activities including administration and reception duties, supporting the successful operation of the Lifehouse.

They will need to confidently work on their own and as part of a team, working with a range of agencies and understanding the needs of our clients. The role involves daytime, evening, and weekend work on a rota.

All applicants will need to be in sympathy with the mission of The Salvation Army.

The successful candidate will:

• have good written and verbal communication and I.T. skills.
• have good time management and prioritisation skills.
• have a knowledge of the main support needs of our client group.
• have a desire for continual professional development and reflection.
• have knowledge of health and safety and safe-guarding processes
• have an ability to meet our core values of Integrity, Accountability, Respect, Passion, Boldness and Compassion

In 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 (DBS: Enhanced with the barred list Child and 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