Support Worker - Supported Accommodation

Caring for Communities and People; Hereford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid induction and training

Holiday pay accrual

Job summary

Caring for Communities and People (CCP) is recruiting a full-time Support Worker in Hereford to help young people aged 16+ in local authority care. You will be a role model, provide trauma-informed support, and assist with housing and independent living skills in a welcoming, values-driven charity.

Join a team delivering consistent, high-standard support with weekly pay, paid induction, and ongoing training as part of CCP’s mission to reduce homelessness and social exclusion.

Qualifications

• To be successful in this role, you'll be patient, kind, resilient, professional, with a calm and caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with housing and independent living skills.
• Assist with safety planning and harm reduction.
• Help residents secure education, training, or job opportunities.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Trauma-informed care

Diversity & Inclusion

Job description

Are you an experienced support worker or looking to begin a career in supporting young people?

Then this is the opportunity for you.

We have an exciting opportunity for a full time Support Workerto join ourAccommodation Based Servicesteam providing housing and support to young people aged 16+ under local authority care in Hereford.

• You will be a role model to the young people, continually pushing for the highest standards.
• Your support will be trauma-informed. You will understand people’s backgrounds and championdiversity and inclusion.
• There is so much variety. You could be helping someone move and settle into their new home, safety planning to reduce harm, helping someone secure their desired job or secure the place on the training course they have aspired to, and support with independent living skills.

To be successful in this role, you'll need to be patient, kind, resilient, professional, with a calm and caring approach.

About Us

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.

What We Offer

CCP are committed to your progression. With comprehensive training, a range of benefits and a welcoming workplace, you’ll join a community of seasoned professionals who are genuinely excited about supporting your progress. Make the transformative choice for your career—choose CCP.

Why join us?

• Choose to work available shifts that suit you
• Paid induction and ongoing training
• Weekly pay
• Accrue holiday pay for every hour you work

Are Your Values Aligned with Ours?

We look for staff who embody ourSPIRITvalues:

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.

Position: Support Worker (Job ID 1145)

Hours:Full time based on working an average of 39.375 hours per week.

Shift Pattern: Shifts run from 8am until 8.15pm with a rota pattern of Week 1; Monday, Thursday and Friday & Week 2; Mon, Tues, Saturday and Sunday.

Contract:Permanent

Location:Hereford

Pay: £27,452 per year

Closing Date:4th November 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.

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