Support Worker, Community Health

Position: Support Worker 3
Job Title:

Support Worker

Location:

Exeter
Pay rate: £14.82
Job Type: 3-month contract

Hours:

Monday – Friday (1 Saturday in
8)

We are seeking a temporary Support Worker to join our clients dedicated team, working with veterans and individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. This role is available until March 2026 and offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to people with moderate to high complex needs.
You will provide holistic, solution-focused support, working with a manageable caseload of approximately 5–8 customers, allowing you to deliver a high-quality, person-centred service. You will be part of a larger, supportive team based in the Exeter area, where helping people achieve independence is at the heart of everything we do.

Key Responsibilities
Provide practical and emotional support to individuals with complex needs
Develop, review, and update support plans and risk assessments
Take a positive and proactive approach to risk management
Work collaboratively with partner agencies including:
Mental health services
Substance misuse services
Benefits providers
Landlords and private letting agents
Support individuals to explore education, training, employment, and social opportunities
Promote independence, resilience, and long-term stability
About You
We are looking for a motivated individual with a “can-do” attitude and a genuine passion for supporting people in the local community. While experience in a similar role is desirable, the most important qualities are commitment, empathy, and resilience.
This role can be challenging at times, requiring strong problem-solving skills, initiative, and attention to detail when working with complex behaviours and situations.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience
Essential:

Experience supporting people from diverse backgrounds with varying needs
Ability to build effective working relationships with clients and partners
Experience maintaining accurate records and implementing action plans
Confidence in lone working and working as part of a team
Clear understanding of diversity and inclusion when working with vulnerable people
Ability to assess risk and apply sound judgement
Good literacy and numeracy skills
Willingness to work flexibly, including occasional Saturdays Desirable:

Knowledge of housing support and homelessness issues
Experience working with vulnerable individuals (1:1 or group settings)
Understanding of training, employment, education, or social inclusion opportunities
Knowledge of housing-related support services
NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant field
Safeguarding certification
Safeguarding & DBS
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults.
This role is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check (adults only).

Apply today or for any further information call Pertemps (phone number removed) and ask to speak with Matt