Support Worker

Hamilton Woods; Poole; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support services provider is seeking a Support Worker in Poole. This role focuses on helping clients develop independent living skills within a structured environment. The position involves various responsibilities, including supporting residents, conducting assessments, and liaising with community agencies. Applicants must have an Enhanced DBS check to be considered. This is a permanent position, offering 37.5 hours weekly with an annual salary of £26,900.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS required for consideration.

Responsibilities

• Support residents to develop independent living skills.
• Work as part of a team to maintain a safe environment.
• Deliver and support structured activities.
• Contribute to risk management and report concerns.
• Monitor adherence to house rules and conditions.
• Liaise with probation, police, and community agencies.
• Conduct drug and alcohol testing when required.
• Assist with room searches and safeguarding duties.
• Respond to emergencies and access medical assistance.

Job description

Job Title

Support Worker

Employment Type

Permanent

Salary

£26,900

Hours

37.5 hours per week - over X3, 12.5 hour shifts per week

Location

Poole

Overview

Hamilton Woods are currently recruiting for a Support Worker to support clients to live independently.

Responsibilities

• Support residents to develop independent living skills and positive community links
• Work as part of a team to maintain a safe, supportive, and structured environment
• Prepare for and induct new residents, including pre-release assessments
• Deliver and support structured activities, groups, and one-to-one key work
• Contribute to risk management plans and report concerns or non-compliance
• Monitor adherence to house rules and licence conditions, taking appropriate action
• Manage daily access for residents, staff, and visitors
• Liaise with probation, police, and community agencies
• Maintain accurate records using computer-based systems
• Conduct drug and alcohol testing when required
• Follow medication procedures and administer Naloxone where necessary
• Assist with room searches and safeguarding duties
• Respond to emergencies and access medical assistance when required

Essential Requirements

Enhanced DBS to be considered for this exciting role, please contact Lucie Houston – Managing Consultant at Hamilton Woods on (phone number removed) or apply online with a covering note of your experience and suitability referencing the job ID number.

Due to the exceptionally high level of applications, if you have not heard back from HWA within 7–10 days, it is regrettable that we cannot respond to all applicants, and please assume your application has been unsuccessful.