Night Support Worker - Supported Accommodation

CARING FOR COMMUNITIES AND PEOPLE; Trowbridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity is seeking Night Support Workers in Trowbridge to support unaccompanied asylum-seeking children. Successful candidates will provide trauma-informed care, assist with independent living skills, and act as role models. Full-time and part-time positions are available, with comprehensive training and benefits offered.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus public holidays

Enhanced pension

Enhanced sick pay

Life Assurance

Healthcare cashback plan

Ongoing training

Qualifications

• Experience in support work or willingness to learn.
• Understanding of trauma-informed support and diversity.

Responsibilities

• Assist management with oversight of homes and support.
• Act as a role model for young people.
• Help with independent living skills and job placements.

Skills

Patience

Kindness

Resilience

Professionalism

Calm approach

Job description

Are you an experienced support worker or looking to begin a career in supporting young people in a brand-new service commissioned by Wiltshire Council?

Then this is the opportunity for you.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Night Support Worker to join our Accommodation Based Services team, providing housing and support to Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children and Care Experienced young people in Wiltshire.

We are looking for Night Support Workers to join a new service in full-time, part-time, and bank positions. Applications from everyone are welcome, including those with lived experience, care experience, or refugees with Leave to Remain.

1. You will assist the Management Team with the oversight of homes, leading on support and safety.
2. You will be a role model to the young people, continually pushing for the highest standards.
3. Your support will be trauma-informed. You will understand people’s backgrounds and champion diversity and inclusion.
4. There is so much variety. You could be helping someone move and settle into their new home, safety planning to reduce harm, helping someone secure their desired job or place on a training course, supporting with independent living skills, and assisting with refugee status applications.

To be successful in this role, you'll need to be patient, kind, resilient, professional, with a calm and caring approach.

If this sounds like you, then we'd love to have a chat. Click the apply button to start your journey.

For further information, please call Mark Love at 07562 685712. Strictly no agencies

About Us

Established in 1989, Caring for Communities and People (CCP) is a registered charity committed to addressing homelessness, family breakdown, and social exclusion. We are driven by our values-based approach, caring deeply about the individuals and families we serve. Our programs aim to develop long-term societal solutions. We have made tangible impacts across Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Herefordshire, South Gloucestershire, Bristol, Wiltshire, Dorset, and Devon.

What We Offer

CCP is dedicated to your progression, offering comprehensive training, benefits, and a welcoming workplace. Join a community of professionals excited about supporting your career development. Make the transformative choice—join CCP.

Why join us?

• 25 days holiday plus public holidays, with additional days per year and the option to purchase more.
• Enhanced pension (5% employer contribution).
• Enhanced sick pay (up to 30 days full pay and 30 days half pay).
• Life Assurance policy.
• Free subscription to healthcare cashback plan or Perkbox discounts.
• Investors in People Gold accredited employer, committed to workplace improvement.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training.
• Opportunity to join various groups like Proud2Be, Green Impact, and more.
• Support from an in-house Workplace Welfare Manager.
• Check our latest impact report at https://impact.ccp.org.uk/

(Benefits apply to contracted staff only, not bank workers)

Are Your Values Aligned with Ours?

We seek staff embodying our SPIRIT values:
Show gratitude and appreciation of others.
Demonstrate personal and professional pride.
Integrity is everything.
Reflect and learn.
Continuous improvement.
Take your best self wherever you go.

How to Apply

If you're ready to make a meaningful difference and share our values, click the apply button to begin your journey with CCP.

Position: Night Support Worker (Job ID 971)

Hours: Full-time (39.375 hours/week), part-time (11.25-33.75 hours/week). Working 8am-8:15pm on a rotating schedule.

Contract: Permanent

Location: Trowbridge, with some homes in Chippenham and Salisbury.

Pay: £25,798.50 FTE; pro-rata for part-time. Bank rate: £12.60/hr. Opportunity to earn more with sleep shifts (~£100/shift).

Closing Date: 21st April 2024. CCP reserves the right to close early.

CCP is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and committed to inclusion.

Our robust Safeguarding Policy guides our recruitment. Prior convictions may not prevent employment. Role is subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.