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Alongside; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Alongside in Gloucestershire seeks an Assertive Outreach Worker to support people experiencing rough sleeping and help them access safer, more stable futures. You’ll work in the community, build trust through outreach sessions and visits to agencies frequently used by rough sleepers.

You will maintain accurate client records, deliver person-centred services with a trauma-informed, strength-based approach, and collaborate across agencies to safeguard clients in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Identify and build relationships with people who are rough sleeping in Gloucestershire, using outreach sessions and regular visits to agencies/venues visited by individuals who are rough sleeping.
• Maintain client records, so they are accurate and fully updated at all times.
• Ensure all clients are provided with high-quality person-centred services which takes a strength-based and trauma-informed approach.
• Work collaboratively taking a multi-agency approach to safeguard clients.
• Please note: Job descriptions are not exhaustive, and the successful candidate may occasionally be asked to take on other duties that align with the key responsibilities outlined.

Responsibilities

• Identify and build relationships with people who are rough sleeping in Gloucestershire, using outreach sessions and regular visits to agencies/venues visited by individuals who are rough sleeping.
• Maintain client records, so they are accurate and fully updated at all times.
• Ensure all clients are provided with high-quality person-centred services which takes a strength-based and trauma-informed approach.
• Work collaboratively taking a multi-agency approach to safeguard clients.

Job description

As an Assertive Outreach Worker, you’ll be on the frontline supporting individuals experiencing rough sleeping to take positive steps towards a safer, more stable future.

Based in Gloucester, you’ll work out in the community, building trust, tackling challenges head‑on, and helping people access the support they need. This is a fast‑paced, hands‑on role where resilience, initiative, and a proactive mindset are key.

Join a passionate team, work alongside partner agencies, and help create lasting change. If you’re ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you!

What you’ll be doing:

Identify and build relationships with people who are rough sleeping in Gloucestershire, using outreach sessions and regular visits to agencies/venues visited by individuals who are rough sleeping.

Maintain client records, so they are accurate and fully updated at all times.

Ensure all clients are provided with high-quality person-centred services which takes a strength-based and trauma-informed approach.

Work collaboratively taking a multi-agency approach to safeguard clients.

Please note: Job descriptions are not exhaustive, and the successful candidate may occasionally be asked to take on other duties that align with the key responsibilities outlined.