Support Worker; Temporary

Position: Support Worker (Temporary)
Job Title:

Support Worker

Location:

Canterbury
Pay: £12.74 per hour

Hours:

22 hours per week, worked over 7 days between 8:00am - 10:30pm on an agreed rota

Contract:

Temporary until March

About the Role

We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Support Worker to join our team in Canterbury. In this rewarding role, you will support people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, helping them build resilience and work towards independent living.

You will work with clients with a range of support needs, providing assistance within supported accommodation and occasionally within the community. This role is vital to helping individuals overcome challenges, access services, and make positive changes in their lives.

Key Responsibilities

Provide person-centred support to clients experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity.

Work within supported accommodation settings and, where needed, in the community.

Support individuals to address multiple needs, build resilience, and move toward independent living.

Carry out interviews and assessments with all new clients.

Establish and maintain positive, trusting, and meaningful working relationships with clients.

Encourage active engagement with support plans, services, and activities.

Work effectively as part of a team and within an agreed rota.

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

Empathetic, patient, and non-judgemental.

Able to build rapport with people from a wide range of backgrounds.

Confident in managing challenging situations calmly and professionally.

Organised, proactive, and committed to empowering others.

Passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals.

Experience in housing, homelessness, or support work is desirable but not essential for the right candidate.

The role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.

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