Floating Support Worker

BRC Jobs; West of England; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Homelessness Support Worker in Bristol on a temporary contract, 35 hours per week. The role pays £14.02 per hour plus holiday pay, with £15.71 inclusive. You'll support people staying in temporary accommodation and help them maintain their tenancies.

You will carry out daily visits, develop personalised support plans, assist with move-on planning and connect clients with suitable services to achieve independent, stable housing.

Qualifications

• Has experience supporting vulnerable individuals with complex needs.
• Understands homelessness, mental health, substance misuse and social exclusion.
• Compassionate and able to build positive relationships with diverse backgrounds.
• Self-motivated, proactive and capable of managing own workload.
• Passion for helping others develop independence and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out daily visits to properties to provide ongoing support.
• Developing and implementing individual support plans tailored to clients’ needs.
• Providing floating support to help individuals maintain their accommodation.
• Working with clients to develop move-on plans and secure more permanent housing solutions.
• Supporting individuals with moving into and out of temporary accommodation.
• Building positive relationships and encouraging engagement with services.

Skills

Compassionate

Self-motivated

Proactive

Communication

Job description

Homelessness Support Worker

Role Type: Temporary

Hours: 35 hours

Salary: £14.02+ holiday pay £15.71 inclusive

Location: Bristol

• Carrying out daily visits to properties to provide ongoing support
• Developing and implementing individual support plans
• Working with clients to develop realistic move-on plans

• Carrying out daily visits to properties to provide ongoing support
• Developing and implementing individual support plans
• Working with clients to develop realistic move-on plans

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for passionate and dedicated Floating Support Workers to join a well-established housing and support service in Bristol on a temporary basis.

The role involves supporting individuals living in temporary accommodation, helping them maintain their tenancies, improve their overall wellbeing, access appropriate services and work towards securing long-term, sustainable housing.

You will work with individuals who may be experiencing a range of complex challenges, including homelessness and rough sleeping, mental health difficulties, substance misuse, offending histories and social exclusion.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a positive difference in people's lives and empowering individuals to achieve greater independence.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out daily visits to properties to provide ongoing support and monitor residents’ wellbeing.
• Developing and implementing individual support plans tailored to clients’ needs.
• Providing floating support to help individuals maintain their accommodation and develop independent living skills.
• Working with clients to develop realistic move-on plans and secure more permanent housing solutions.
• Supporting individuals with moving into and out of temporary accommodation.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with clients and encouraging engagement with relevant services.
• Working as part of a wider support network to promote positive outcomes.

Please note: This role includes weekend working.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has previous experience supporting vulnerable individuals with multiple and complex needs.
• Understands the challenges associated with homelessness, mental health, substance misuse and social exclusion.
• Is compassionate, approachable and able to build positive relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Is self-motivated, proactive and confident managing their own workload.
• Has a genuine passion for helping others develop independence and achieve positive outcomes.