Evening & Weekend Support Practitioner
Be part of a team that makes a real difference for families!
Part-Time, 27hrs (approx.)
ST1 | £13.06ph
Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you want to be part of a team that makes a difference to homeless and vulnerable families?
Join our team of dedicated staff at Gingerbread Family Support!
Overview:
Using a trauma-informed and holistic approach, you will support families within the accommodation to reach their full potential and to gain valuable life skills, enabling families to successfully move on to independent living.
You will promote independence, and the family will be at the heart of all you do.
You will coordinate with Family Practitioners to carry out support sessions, to promote all aspects of a healthy lifestyle including; routines, positive-parenting, healthy eating, money management and resettlement sessions.
You will need:
- to act as a positive role model to others
- to be IT literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- to have excellent communication skills
- to have excellent attention to detail
- knowledge of homelessness issues
- an NVQ Level II in a relevant area is desirable
Hours: Working on a 2 week rolling rota;
Week 1: Monday, Tuesday 4.00pm – 10.00pm and Saturday, Sunday 9.00am – 10.00pmWeek 2: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 4.00pm – 10.00pm
Salary: £13.06 per hour
To apply, please send a completed application form and covering letter to HR@gingerbreadcentre.co.uk.
Closing Date for Applications: Wednesday 4th February 2026
Date of Interviews: TBC