Support Worker

CARING FOR COMMUNITIES AND PEOPLE; Hereford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Enhanced pension

Life Assurance cover

Health care discounts

Induction and ongoing training

Job summary

Caring for Communities and People (CCP) seeks a dedicated Support Worker for Independent Living Services in Hereford. You will help young people aged 16-18 develop independent living skills and support safeguarding, with travel required due to multiple Hereford locations.

Role offers full-time (37.5h/week) rota including alternate weekends; driving is essential. CCP provides extensive benefits and development opportunities in a values-driven charity.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting vulnerable young people.
• Ability to manage sensitive information and safeguarding.
• Reliable and resilient under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Help young people build life skills and independence
• Safeguard against harm, abuse and exploitation
• Keep detailed records and support seamless communication with your team
• Maintain a calm, positive approach when challenges arise

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Empathy

Communication skills

Job description

We are looking for a Support Worker to join our growing Independent Living Services Team supporting young people 16-18 under Local Authority Care across Hereford.

You'll play a vital role in helping young people develop independent living skills, whilst being part of a charity that is committed to creating positive change in their lives.

Our services span several areas across Hereford. Due to the locations, successful applicants will need a full UK drivers licence and access to their own vehicle.

We are looking for someone to work full-time (37.5 hours per week) on a rota basis, including alternate weekends. Part-time and bank hours are also available.

The Role

• Help young people build life skills and independence
• Safeguard against harm, abuse and exploitation
• Keep detailed records and support seamless communication with your team
• Maintain a resilient, calm and positive approach even when things get tough

While the role can present challenges, the rewards of witnessing the positive impact of your guidance and support on these young lives are truly extraordinary.

Contracted staff only. Business mileage (55p a mile) is paid for any daily miles over and above the distance from your home to the allocated workplace location and back. You'll need a well-maintained vehicle with valid tax, MOT and Insurance covering business use.

Do you have experience, or are you looking for a career supporting vulnerable young people living in semi-independent accommodation?

Would you like to make a real difference in young people's lives?, Whether you have experience, or just getting started, we are looking for people who are compassionate, with a calm and caring demeanour, and who are flexible, positive, approachable, and resilient.

Established in 1989, Caring for Communities and People (CCP) is a registered charity propelled by an unwavering commitment 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 supportive programs aim at developing long-term solutions to societal challenges. Over the years, we've consistently made tangible impacts in communities across Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Herefordshire, South Gloucestershire, Bristol, Wiltshire, Dorset, and Devon.

25 days holiday, plus public holidays, with an additional day added per year and 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 cover (3 times your annual salary in the event of your death)
• Free subscription to Benenden healthcare cashback plan or Perkbox discounts
• Investors in People Gold accredited employer, committed to making the workplace better for you.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training and development.
• Option to join various groups, including Proud2Be, Green Impact, Health & Safety, and Health and Wellbeing.
• In-house Workplace Welfare Manager for support when needed

(Benefits are for contracted staff only not bank workers)

Are Your Values Aligned with Ours?

• 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.

Closing Date: 11:59pm 30th October 2026 - CCP reserves the right to close the job advert early if needed.

CCP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.

Our robust Safeguarding Policy guides our recruitment process. We believe in the rehabilitative power of employment and working toward a purpose, so a prior conviction will not necessarily prevent you from joining CCP. Please note this role is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks and also an enhanced check by the Disclosure & Barring Services, paid for by CCP.

Please review the attached job attachments for further insights.

^Annual Leave entitlement will be pro-rata for Part-time staff. Working on public holidays due to a rota pattern will be compensated with time off in lieu. An extra day of leave accrues for each completed financial year (capped at 5). Purchasing additional holidays is capped at 5 per year.