Support Worker, Community Support Services

Location: Scotland

Hours per week: 35 hours per week Shift Pattern:
Elective rota, shifts are between the hours of 7:15 and 21:30 Work Base:
Site Based We are seeking passionate, committed, and compassionate individuals to join our team delivering high-quality Intensive Housing Management support within our hostel services in Swadlincote. As a Support Worker, you will provide housing-related support to adults experiencing homelessness, helping individuals to achieve stability, develop independence, and move towards positive long-term outcomes. Working as a key worker, you will build trusting relationships with the people you work alongside, promoting independence, and supporting individuals to develop the skills, confidence, and resilience needed to sustain their tenancies and achieve their goals.

You will create and review person-centred support plans, complete risk assessments, manage tenancy-related needs, and help residents access local services and opportunities. Working in a hostel environment, you will collaborate with colleagues and partner agencies to deliver coordinated, effective support. We are looking for flexible, adaptable individuals who are committed to supporting people experiencing homelessness. The role requires participation in a rota, including evenings, nights, weekends, bank holidays, and occasional short-notice cover.

If you are passionate about helping people achieve independence and stability, we would love to hear from you. The successful candidate must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle. Please note, this post is subject to an enhanced check made by the Disclosure & Barring Services, paid for by P3. P3 reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the stated closing date.

P3 is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to combating all forms of discrimination. P3 have committed to achieving 'Net Zero' Carbon emissions by 2050. Our Carbon Reduction Plan is available via the P3 website. In partnership with Treeapp, for every new employee, we plant a tree at one of their planting sites worldwide. Our Charity Established in 1972, P3 Charity is a modern, forward-thinking organisation providing support services to people facing social exclusion across the UK.

We offer a wide range of services, including homelessness prevention, supported housing, mental health support, community advice, hoarding support and services for young people. We're a person-centred organisation who works alongside people to improve lives. We do this by strengthening communities, unlocking potential and creating new possibilities. We tackle challenges others won't and we go the extra mile. We believe in collaboration - both within our teams and with the local community - to achieve the best outcomes.

Our values-driven approach means we recruit for values and train for skills.

What We Offer Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement - 27 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays. Commitment to Mental Health and Wellbeing - people are at the heart of what we do; you'll also have access to our National Wellbeing Lead and Regional Wellbeing Champions. EDI Focus - an opportunity to join other colleagues to raise awareness and steer initiatives, contributing to our inclusive culture.

Paycare Health Cash Plan - you can claim back costs for a wide range of everyday health expenses, including optical, dental, physiotherapy, and more, within an annual limit. Employee Assistance Program - access to 24/7 GP appointments, 1-1 counselling and health assessments. Bike2

Work Scheme - the Bike2

Work Scheme is part of the Government's Green Transport Plan, designed to encourage healthier, more sustainable travel. Discounts - access to Paycare Perks and Tickets for Good. Reward and Recognition - such as team away days, P3's Annual conference and Colleague Awards Ceremony. Personal Development Opportunities - including mentoring, training, secondments, job shadowing, and more. Colleague Volunteering Programme
-one day paid leave per year to volunteer in the community Enhanced Sickness Pay - based on your length of service. Earning Potential - optional overtime and refer a friend bonus scheme. Additional Equipment Provision - some employees may be provided with additional equipment including workwear, tools and use of a company van or car.