Assistant Support Worker

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Greig House Lifehouse in East London is seeking an Assistant Support Worker to join our homelessness service team. You will support residents, help them engage with their support plans, and work toward independent tenancies in a compassionate, trauma-informed setting.

The role offers comprehensive in-house training, opportunities for progression, and a supportive team environment. Appointment is subject to references and DBS check; right to work in the UK required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates compassion and a person-centred approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work within a team and build positive relationships.
• Willing to learn and develop within a supportive environment.
• Commitment to promoting independence and resident-led outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with practical and emotional needs to build confidence and independence.
• Build positive professional relationships with residents and colleagues.
• Maintain accurate records of support provided and progress.
• Assist in the delivery of activities and interventions.
• Contribute to the day-to-day running of the service.

Skills

Compassionate

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Please note that the working hours are set at 30 hours per week and are non negotiableWorking hours: 30 hours per weekInterview Date: To be confirmedWe are seeking a compassionate and motivated Assistant Support Worker to join our dedicated Homelessness Service Team at Greig House Lifehouse.

Our service provides residential supported accommodation for up to 20 adults, both male and female, who are experiencing homelessness or have recently left care.

We are committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment that empowers residents to develop the skills, confidence, and independence needed to sustain their own tenancies and achieve positive futures.

As an Assistant Support Worker, you will work alongside the Support Worker and wider team to deliver high quality, person centred support to residents.

You will help create a positive and supportive environment, encouraging individuals to engage with their support plans, develop daily living skills, access relevant services, and work towards achieving their personal goals.

Located in East London, the service benefits from free on-site parking, excellent local amenities including shops, cafés and other services, and is just 7 minutes from Canary Wharf. The location is also well connected by the DLR, Underground, and local bus routes, providing easy access across London.

Key responsibilities

• You will support residents with a range of practical and emotional needs, helping them to build confidence, increase independence, and overcome barriers that may be preventing them from moving forward.
• The role involves building positive professional relationships.
• Maintaining accurate records.
• Supporting the delivery of activities and interventions.
• Contributing to the effective day-to-day running of the service.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Have a genuine passion for supporting people experiencing homelessness and social disadvantage.
• Be able to build positive, professional relationships with residents and colleagues.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be committed to promoting independence, choice, and resident-led outcomes.
• Be willing to learn and develop within a supportive environment.
• Embrace and demonstrate our values of Integrity, Accountability, Compassion, Passion, Respect, and Boldness.
• Work in a trauma-informed, strengths-based manner within a psychologically informed framework.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive in-house training to enhance your knowledge, skills, and personal development.
• Access to specialist training opportunities, including Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) training delivered through local authority partnerships.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• A supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression and development within the organisation.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a rewarding career within homelessness services while supporting individuals to make positive and lasting changes in their lives.

Appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, a criminal record check (Enhanced with barred list DBS Disclosure check for the adult and child workforce) and evidence of your Right to Work in the UK in line with Home Office requirements.

As we are not a licensed sponsor, applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Details on how to prove your Right to Work can be found here.

The Salvation Army actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential, and we welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including those withcriminal records.

Please note that any Salvation Army employees who are under notice of redundancy and apply for this position will be given priority consideration.

We reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we feel that we have received sufficient applications.

Promoting equality in the workplace and as a disability confident leader scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet all the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy.