Community Support Worker

Amplius; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Health Cash Plan

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Amplius is seeking Community Support Workers to assist customers experiencing homelessness in Wisbech, providing housing-related support and helping them gain independence. Roles include full-time, part-time and relief contracts with a rolling rota and flexible hours.

You will develop and review support plans, coordinate with partner agencies, and promote wellbeing while maintaining accurate records and safeguarding principles.

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above.
• Good IT skills.
• Experience providing person-centred support in housing, homelessness or a similar setting.
• Understanding safeguarding, wellbeing and the challenges faced by people with different support needs.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Good organisation and administration skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred, housing-related support to help customers build confidence and independence.
• Work as a key worker, developing and reviewing support plans and risk assessments with customers.
• Help customers manage their tenancy, including rent, utilities, repairs and maintaining their home.
• Build positive relationships and encourage wellbeing, social inclusion and community involvement.
• Work with partner agencies to coordinate effective support and help customers achieve their goals.
• Keep accurate records, reports and support plans, monitoring progress and outcomes.
• Promote safeguarding, health and safety and equality, while managing risks appropriately.

Skills

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

IT skills

Communication skills

Listening skills

Teamwork

Job description

The Vacancy

Could you be the person who helps someone take their next step towards a more independent future? As a Community Support Worker at Amplius, you'll work alongside customers experiencing homelessness, helping them build confidence, develop life skills and move towards a stable, independent life.

With a variety of different contract types available, you can find a role that works for you - whether you're looking for full-time hours, part-time work or something more flexible.

Contracts available:

• Permanent, full-time


• 6-month fixed term contract, full time


• Permanent, part-time (18.5 hours per week)


• Relief / reserve

Salary

• £28,040.46 per year (pro rata for part-time)


• £13.45 per hour for relief role

Hours

• Full-time roles are 37 hours per week Monday to Sunday, between 8am and 10pm on a rolling rota.


• Hours for part-time and relief roles will vary depending on the contract.

Location

• Wisbech HRS, Cambridgeshire.


• The relief roles may be based at either Wisbech or at schemes in Peterborough.

No two days will be the same, but every day will give you the chance to make a positive difference. Whatever your availability, you'll be part of a supportive team making a real difference to people's lives.

You can read about our fantastic colleague benefits here - Amplius colleague benefits

Snapshot of your role

• Provide person-centred, housing-related support to help customers build confidence and independence.


• Work as a key worker, developing and reviewing support plans and risk assessments with customers.


• Help customers manage their tenancy, including rent, utilities, repairs and maintaining their home.


• Build positive relationships and encourage wellbeing, social inclusion and community involvement.


• Work with partner agencies to coordinate effective support and help customers achieve their goals.


• Keep accurate records, reports and support plans, monitoring progress and outcomes.


• Promote safeguarding, health and safety and equality, while managing risks appropriately.

What we're looking for

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above, alongside good IT skills.


• Experience providing person-centred support in housing, homelessness or a similar setting.


• An understanding of safeguarding, wellbeing and the challenges faced by people with different support needs.


• Strong communication and listening skills, with the ability to build positive, non-judgemental relationships.


• Good organisation and administration skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Important -

Enhanced DBS clearance, full UK drivers' licence, access to your own vehicle, and right to work in the UK are essential requirements. We do not provide sponsorship.

Closing: 13 September

Interviews at Wisbech HRS: 17 September

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early in response to an overwhelming number of applications or a change in business priorities.

If you have any questions, please contact the Amplius Talent Team and we'll be happy to assist you.

The Company

Amplius is one of the largest housing providers across the Midlands, East and Southeast of England. We own and manage more than 40,000 homes and deliver a range of quality services, including care and support, specialist housing and home ownership options. We're a team of over 1,300 colleagues driven to have a positive impact on people's lives and provide affordable homes that make a difference.

The Benefits

• Flexible
  working


• Pension
  contributions


• Cycle to
  work scheme


• Employee Assistance Programme


• State of the art IT equipment


• Volunteer
  days

The Benefits

• Flexible
  Working


• Pension
  Scheme


• Life
  Assurance


• Health
  Cash Plan


• Generous
  Annual Leave


• Career
  Development