Support Worker

New Appointments Group; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a compassionate Support Worker in Canterbury to assist individuals at risk of homelessness. In this vital role, you will provide person-centred support, helping clients build resilience and work towards independent living. Ideal candidates will be empathetic, organized, and confident in challenging situations. Experience in housing or support work is desirable but not essential. The position is temporary until March with pay of £12.74 per hour.

Qualifications

• Empathetic, patient, and non-judgemental.
• Able to build rapport with diverse backgrounds.
• Confident in managing challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to clients experiencing homelessness.
• Work in supported accommodation and the community as needed.
• Support individuals to build resilience and achieve independent living.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Organization

Proactivity

Resilience building

Job description

Job Title: Support Worker

Location: Canterbury

Pay: £12.74 per hour

Hours: 22 hours per week, worked over 7 days between 8:00am - 10:30pm on an agreed rota

Contract: Temporary until March

About the Role

We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Support Worker to join our team in Canterbury. In this rewarding role, you will support people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, helping them build resilience and work towards independent living.

You will work with clients with a range of support needs, providing assistance within supported accommodation and occasionally within the community. This role is vital to helping individuals overcome challenges, access services, and make positive changes in their lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to clients experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity.
• Work within supported accommodation settings and, where needed, in the community.
• Support individuals to address multiple needs, build resilience, and move toward independent living.
• Carry out interviews and assessments with all new clients.
• Establish and maintain positive, trusting, and meaningful working relationships with clients.
• Encourage active engagement with support plans, services, and activities.
• Work effectively as part of a team and within an agreed rota.

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• Empathetic, patient, and non-judgemental.
• Able to build rapport with people from a wide range of backgrounds.
• Confident in managing challenging situations calmly and professionally.
• Organised, proactive, and committed to empowering others.
• Passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals.

Experience in housing, homelessness, or support work is desirable but not essential for the right candidate.

The role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.

About New Appointments Group

New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975.

New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.

Equality and Diversity

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.