Support Worker - Full Time

P3 Charity (People Potential Possibilities); Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement

Mental Health and Wellbeing Commitment

EDI Focus

Paycare Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Bike2WorkScheme

Discounts

Reward and Recognition

Personal Development Opportunities

Colleague Volunteering Programme

Enhanced Sickness Pay

Earning Potential

Additional Equipment Provision

Job summary

P3 Charity in Milton Keynes is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to provide housing-related support to adults experiencing homelessness. You will act as a keyworker, helping individuals develop independent living skills and working in accommodation-based services across Milton Keynes.

The role involves collaborating with partners across the county to achieve positive outcomes, using a proactive, can-do approach and flexible problem solving to support people on their journey toward stability.

Responsibilities

• Provide housing-related support to adults experiencing homelessness in Milton Keynes.
• Act as a keyworker and assist individuals to develop skills for independent living.
• Work with partners across the county using a multi-agency approach to reach positive outcomes.
• Make decisions with the sole purpose of supporting people to achieve their goals.

Job description

Hours: 39.5 hours per week

Shift Pattern: 7:45am to 8:00pm, 3 shifts on, 3 shifts off

Work base: Site based

If you would like an informal meeting or discussion regarding this role please contact Sian on 07976461805.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our brilliant team of Support Workers.

If you are self-motivated and enjoy a challenge where no two days are the same, then this role is for you!

As a Support Worker, you will be working in our accommodation-based services in Milton Keynes, providing housing related support to adults who are experiencing homelessness. You will act as a keyworker, encouraging positive and healthy lifestyles and assist individuals to develop skills for independent living.

You will work closely with our partners across the county and take a multi-agency approach to reach positive outcomes for people. You must have a can-do attitude, be willing to go the extra mile and be able to think outside the box. You must be able make decisions with the sole purpose of supporting the people we work alongside to achieve their goals to create positive outcomes.

Please note, this post is subject to an enhanced check made by the Disclosure and Barring Services, paid for by P3.

P3 reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the stated closing date.

P3 is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to combating all forms of discrimination.

P3 have committed to achieving ‘Net Zero’ Carbon emissions by 2050. Our Carbon Reduction Plan is available via the P3 website.

In partnership with Treeapp, for every new employee, we plant a tree at one of their planting sites worldwide.

Our Charity

Established in 1972, P3 Charity is a modern, forward-thinking organisation providing support services to people facing social exclusion across the UK.

We offer a wide range of services, including homelessness prevention, supported housing, mental health support, community advice, hoarding support and services for young people.

We’re a person-centred organisation who works alongside people to improve lives. We do this by strengthening communities, unlocking potential and creating new possibilities. We tackle challenges others won’t and we go the extra mile. We believe in collaboration – both within our teams and with the local community – to achieve the best outcomes. Our values-driven approach means we recruit for values and train for skills.

What We Offer

• Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement – 27 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays.
• Commitment to Mental Health and Wellbeing – people are at the heart of what we do; you’ll also have access to our National Wellbeing Lead and Regional Wellbeing Champions.
• EDI Focus - an opportunity to join other colleagues to raise awareness and steer initiatives, contributing to our inclusive culture.
• Paycare Health Cash Plan – you can claim back costs for a wide range of everyday health expenses, including optical, dental, physiotherapy, and more, within an annual limit.
• Employee Assistance Program – access to 24/7 GP appointments, 1-1 counselling and health assessments.
• Bike2WorkScheme - the Bike2Work Scheme is part of the Government’s Green Transport Plan, designed to encourage healthier, more sustainable travel.
• Discounts – access to Paycare Perks and Tickets for Good.
• Reward and Recognition – such as team away days, P3's Annual conference and Colleague Awards Ceremony.
• Personal Development Opportunities – including mentoring, training, secondments, job shadowing, and more.
• Colleague Volunteering Programme –one day paid leave per year to volunteer in the community
• Enhanced Sickness Pay – based on your length of service.
• Earning Potential – optional overtime and refer a friend bonus scheme.
• Additional Equipment Provision – some employees may be provided with additional equipment including workwear, tools and use of a company van or car.