Support Worker

Helping Hands Supported Living CIC; Watford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive living organization is seeking a Support Worker to provide assistance to vulnerable residents in semi-independent accommodations. You will deliver support sessions, help with daily living skills, and work in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates are caring and have good communication skills. This position offers full-time or part-time hours with immediate start. Join us to make a difference in people's lives.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Career progression

Qualifications

• Caring and confident working with vulnerable people.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage your caseload independently.

Responsibilities

• Deliver support sessions and welfare checks.
• Support residents with tenancy responsibilities.
• Assist with form-filling and daily living skills.
• Help clients with job searches and accessing services.
• Provide emotional support to clients.
• Maintain accurate support logs and documentation.

Skills

Caring and patient attitude

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Good computer skills

Ability to work independently

Experience in support work

Willingness to travel

Job description

Support Worker – Semi-Independent Supported Accommodation.
Company: Helping Hands Supported Living CIC.
Location: Multiple locations in Middlesex, London.
Hours: Full-time or Part-time.
Start: Immediate.

Role Responsibilities

• Deliver regular support sessions and welfare checks.
• Support residents with tenancy responsibilities, cleaning rotas, and house rules.
• Assist with Universal Credit updates, form‑filling, appointments, and daily living skills.
• Help clients with college applications, job searches, and accessing external services.
• Provide emotional support and signposting to mental health teams, GP, and other agencies.
• Maintain accurate support logs, risk assessments, and documentation.
• Work collaboratively with social workers, probation, and local authorities.

What We’re Looking For

• Caring, patient, and confident working with vulnerable people.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Good computer skills — able to write support logs, emails and update client records.
• Ability to work independently and manage your caseload.
• Previous experience in support work is helpful but not essential.
• Willingness to travel between properties.

What We Offer

• Training and development opportunities.
• Supportive team environment.
• Career progression.
• The opportunity to make a real difference.

Apply now to join our growing team!

Experience

Not required

Languages

English – Advanced

Employment

Full-time

Schedule

Monday to Friday, 11am to 8pm

About Helping Hands Supported Living CIC

Helping Hands Supported Living CIC provides Semi-Independent and Supported Accommodation for Vulnerable young people and adults, including care leavers, individuals experiencing homelessness, ex‑offenders, and mental health issues.