Support Worker / Day Evening & Waking Nights (AWDO-P13889) in Newcastle upon Tyne)

AWD online; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

A support organization in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Project Support Worker. This role involves providing support to male residents returning to the community from prison, engaging them in various activities, and ensuring a safe environment. The ideal candidate should possess strong numeracy and literacy skills and be empathetic. The position is part-time with flexible shifts and includes benefits such as annual leave and a pension plan.

Benefits

27 days annual leave (pro-rata)

2 Volunteer Days

Pension - 5% Employee 5% Employer

Healthcare Cash Plan

Annual salary review

Free access to Benefit Hub

Qualifications

• A good level of numeracy and literacy.
• Understand safeguarding principles.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Motivated to work in challenging environments.
• Empathetic and discreet when handling sensitive issues.

Responsibilities

• Engage residents in various activities.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues.
• Provide support to residents on release.
• Liaise with external agencies.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures.

Skills

Good numeracy and literacy skills

Understanding of safeguarding

Empathy and discretion

Ability to work alone and within a team

Motivation and commitment

Job description

Overview

Project Support Worker with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the empathetic ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with men returning to the community from prison, is required for an organisation based in Newcastle upon Tyne.

Candidates will need to be comfortable engaging with male residents who are involved at varying stages in the criminal justice system.

This position offers an excellent opportunity and a good grounding for those who are wishing to gain experience and possibly develop a career within the Criminal Justice system.

Salary & Location

SALARY: £19,640 per annum + Unsocial Hours Payment + Benefits (see below)

LOCATION: Newcastle upon Tyne, North East England (NE4 6) – Fully Site Based

Job Type & Hours

JOB TYPE: Part-Time, Permanent & Casual Hours Available (casual rate of pay £12.59 per hour + unsocial hours payment)

PART-TIME WORKING HOURS: Average 30 Hours per Week on a 7 week rota – additional shifts available on a casual basis

Shifts are primarily afternoon / evening and nights. However, there will be some day shifts as part of the rota. The shifts include:

• 08:00 – 16:30
• 11:00 – 23:30
• 12:30 - 00:00
• 14:00 - 23:30
• 14:00 - 00:00
• 16:00 - 23:30
• 16:00 - 00:00
• 23:30 - 08:30

CASUAL WORKING HOURS: Flexible. Casual Hours Available (will be discussed during interview stage)

Job Overview

Do you want to work within a dynamic team that aims to treat people with dignity, fairness and respect, with excellent codes and conditions of service? If yes, please read on.

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Project Support Worker with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the empathetic ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with men returning to the community from prison.

As the Project Support Worker you will join a designated Criminal Justice Approved Premises for men over the age of 18, providing support on their release from Prison or Court.

Working as the Project Support Worker you will engage and work with residents using a range of in-house activities, enabling them to make constructive use of their time.

Duties

• Engage and work with residents using a range of in-house and out-of-house activities enabling them to make constructive use of their time
• Communicate effectively with colleagues whilst on duty through accurate reading and recording electronically
• Engage and support residents on their arrival, during their stay and in preparation for move-on from the premises
• Provide information and regular updates to colleagues, Project Workers and Managers
• Liaise with other agencies to prevent crime and meet the needs of victims
• Work with colleagues to meet the needs of the residents
• Liaise with colleagues, Managers, and other agencies to prevent crime, protect victims, and maintain a stable environment for staff and residents
• Adhere to all policies and procedures
• Respect and adhere to confidential sensitive information
• Show commitment and understanding that everyone has a right to belong and engage in opportunities to reach their full potential without disadvantage or discrimination
• Promote and monitor a safe, secure, and clean environment
• Undertake any other duties, including some domestic and cooking duties appropriate to the post as required by the Manager

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• An understanding of safeguarding
• Able to work alone, without guidance as well as within a team
• Work on a shift which covers evenings, nights, waking nights and weekends
• Enthusiastic, imaginative, motivated and committed to working in a challenging environment
• Being empathic, with the ability to use tact and discretion when dealing with confidential and sensitive issues
• The job will require the post holder to be fully mobile as the properties are spread across a number of floors which are only accessible by stairs

Desirable

• Previous experience of working within a residential setting
• Experience of working with groups or individuals in order to support, motivate and change behaviour
• Knowledge and experience of the work within the Criminal Justice System

Benefits (for part-time permanent post)

• 27 days annual leave (pro-rata) + Birthday Day off (with the opportunity to buy additional days)
• 2 Volunteer Days
• Pension - 5% Employee 5% Employer
• Healthcare Cash Plan, incl. 3 x salary life assurance
• Annual salary review
• Refer a friend scheme
• Free access to Benefit Hub - an online portal with access to a wide range of retail discounts, cycle to work scheme, and additional voluntary benefits

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check with the additional barred list check. All required checks will be undertaken as part of the pre-employment process for any successful candidate.

The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share and uphold this commitment in conjunction with the requirements of the Prevent Duty and the positive promotion of modern British values.

How to Apply

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV along with a short statement detailing your reasons for applying and why you feel you are suitable. Please confirm if you are applying for the permanent part time post or if you are interested in a casual arrangement with the Organisation. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

Job Ref: AWDO-P13889

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