Weekend Supported Housing Worker (Part-time)
JOB_53221594693797Job type
PermanentLocation
Somerset 9Frome & Shepton Mallet)Working Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Social HousingIndustry
Property & Real EstatePay
£8,075 per year (FTE £25,235)
Weekend Supported Housing Worker (Part-time) - Somerset (Frome & Shepton Mallet)
Your new company
This is an opportunity to join a dedicated team supporting some of the most vulnerable individuals in society. We are currently recruiting for our client whom, through a range of housing and support services, help people move out of homelessness, into employment, and away from domestic abuse—empowering them to build sustainable, independent lives. If you're looking for a role with real purpose, excellent career prospects, and a competitive benefits package, this could be the opportunity for you.
Your new role
As a Weekend Supported Housing Worker, you’ll provide high-quality, person-centred support and housing management to individuals with a history of rough sleeping and complex needs. Working across four dispersed units, you’ll help clients maintain their tenancies and progress towards independent living. You’ll collaborate closely with the weekday Support Worker to ensure continuity of care and support for an average caseload of four clients. This role will be based at the weekend and is part-time, 12 hours per week, £8,075 per year (full-time equivalent £25,235).
Key Responsibilities-Deliver holistic assessments and develop tailored support plans.
-Provide advice, information, and signposting to relevant services.
-Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records.
-Track referrals and monitor client outcomes.
-Promote client involvement and feedback in service delivery.
-Ensure the safe day-to-day running of the service, including health and safety.
-Participate in an on-call rota (additional £100 per week when on-call).
What you'll need to succeed
-Experience working with vulnerable adults and/or individuals with complex needs and challenging behaviours.
-Strong communication and negotiation skills.
-Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
-A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (business insurance required).
-Empathy, resilience, and a commitment to equality and inclusion.
What you'll get in return
-Career Development: Free monthly training and clear progression pathways.
-Wellbeing Support: Up to 6 free counselling sessions and access to health professionals.
-Generous Leave: 27 days annual leave (plus birthday off), rising to 30 days.
-Staff Discounts: 30% off in charity shops and 20% off bike workshops.
-Blue Light Card: Access to thousands of discounts.
-Pension Scheme: Competitive and generous.
-Supportive Culture: Regular supervision, reflective practice, and staff feedback valued.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Talk to Joshua Purnell, the specialist consultant managing this position
Located in Bristol, 2nd Floor, 3 Temple Quay, Temple Back EastTelephone 0117 3746310