Support Worker

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Glasgow is seeking dedicated Support Workers to help residents at Wallace of Campsie House Lifehouse. You will deliver person-centred support that promotes choice, control and independence, helping clients build confidence and achieve positive outcomes.

Responsibilities include tailored 1:1 support, budgeting assistance and liaising with external services, while maintaining records and adhering to safeguarding policies.

Qualifications

• Experience or understanding of homelessness or vulnerability.
• Strong problem-solving and time management skills.
• Willingness to work within and promote Christian ethos and values.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored one-to-one support using a trauma-sensitive, person-centred approach.
• Help clients develop practical skills, budgeting and access to services.
• Maintain accurate records and follow safeguarding, policy and legislative requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Tools

Record-keeping tools

Job description

Working hours: 35 hours per week (please note that full time is 40 hours) Interview Date: To be confirmed The Salvation Army provides support and emergency accommodation for adults experiencing homelessness in the Glasgow area. We are looking for dedicated and compassionate Support Workers to join our team at Wallace of Campsie House Lifehouse, supporting residents to build confidence, develop independence and make positive life choices. As a Support Worker, you will deliver high-quality, person-centred support that promotes choice, control and independence. You will work with clients to identify their needs, agree and review support plans, manage risk, access services and achieve positive outcomes.

Key responsibilities

• Provide tailored one-to-one support using a trauma-sensitive and person-centred approach.
• Help clients develop practical skills, manage benefits and budgeting, and access appointments or external services.
• Maintain accurate records, complete assessments and follow safeguarding, policy and legislative requirements.

We are looking for someone organised and committed to supporting vulnerable people with dignity and respect. You will have good communication and IT skills, the ability to work under pressure, and the confidence to use your initiative within a busy team environment.

What we’re looking for

• Knowledge or understanding of the needs faced by people experiencing homelessness or vulnerability.
• Strong problem-solving, time management and written record-keeping skills.
• A willingness to work within and promote the Christian ethos and values of The Salvation Army.
• Someone organised and committed to supporting vulnerable people with dignity and respect.
• You will have good communication and IT skills, the ability to work under pressure, and the confidence to use your initiative within a busy team environment.

In return, you will join a supportive, values-driven team and have the opportunity to make a real difference in people’s lives through meaningful, practical support.

Appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, enhanced PVG check and evidence of your Right to Work in the UK in line with Home Office requirements.

As we are not a licensed sponsor, applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Details on how to prove your Right to Work can be found here.

The Salvation Army actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential, and we welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including those with criminal records.

Promoting equality in the workplace and as a disability confident leader scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet all the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy.