Empowerment Support Worker | Flexible Hours & Growth

Riverside; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & generous pension

25 days holidays plus bank holidays

Flexible working options available

Investment in learning and technology

Wide range of benefits

Job summary

Riverside in Lewisham is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to provide person-centred care from our supported housing services. You will assess needs, plan holistic support, and help customers build life skills to increase independence.

The role involves working as part of a team, keeping clear records, and promoting wellbeing within a rolling rota that includes some weekends. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with vulnerable people with a range of needs.
• Strong IT and social media skills to manage and maintain administration and recording systems.
• Excellent team working and communication skills.
• Housing sector knowledge including housing benefit applications.
• Commitment to wellbeing and person-centred support.

Responsibilities

• Carry out assessments to identify and prioritise needs.
• Use SMART goals to provide needs-led holistic support.
• Support customers to develop life skills and independence.
• Maintain accurate customer files and records in line with policy.

Skills

Compassionate care

Excellent communication

Team player

Housing sector knowledge

IT and admin skills

Tools

IT systems

Job description

Riverside in Lewisham is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to provide person-centred care from our supported housing services. You will assess needs, plan holistic support, and help customers build life skills to increase independence.

The role involves working as part of a team, keeping clear records, and promoting wellbeing within a rolling rota that includes some weekends. Competitive benefits apply.