Support Worker (Temporary Accommodation Services)

Curo; Bath; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in social services is seeking a Support Worker in Bath to provide essential support to residents in temporary accommodation. The role involves building relationships, implementing personalized support plans, and advocating for individuals to ensure their wellbeing and transition. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with a compassionate approach and a desire to help others.

Benefits

26 days annual leave, rising to 29 after 3 years

Birthday off as an extra holiday

Up to 10% matched pension contribution

Flexible benefits including gym membership

'Perks at Work' discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience working with people in a professional or personal context.
• Strong values aligning with compassion and positivity.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to advocate for others.

Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships with residents.
• Create and implement support plans for budgeting and finance.
• Advocate for residents, ensuring they receive needed support.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Organisational skills

Resilience

Job description

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Client:

Curo

Location:

Bath, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

What you'll be doing

• Build trusting relationships with residents, providing regular support to everyone in your caseload
• Create and implement practical support plans focused on budgeting, finance management, and moving on
• Advocate for your residents, liaising with agencies and services to ensure they get the support they need
• Complete risk assessments and support plans, tailoring your approach to each resident's unique situation
• Assist residents with practical issues and housing-related matters
• Work as part of a supportive team, contributing to the smooth running of our temporary accommodation service

What you'll get in return

Beyond a competitive salary and the opportunity to make a transformational difference to people at a critical moment in their lives, you'll get:

• 26 days annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) rising to 29 days after 3 years
• Your birthday off as an extra holiday
• Up to 10% matched pension contribution
• Flexible benefits including the ability to buy additional leave, gym membership, Health Cash Plan
• 'Perks at Work' giving you access to thousands of discounts
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for your own wellbeing

More about you

We're looking for someone with strong values, resilience, and a genuine desire to help others through difficult times. Your lived experience or professional background working with people will be valuable in this role.

• Experience working with people in some capacity, whether in a professional or personal context
• Values that align with supporting individuals with compassion and positivity
• Resilience to handle challenging situations while maintaining a supportive approach
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to advocate effectively for others
• Organised approach to managing a diverse caseload

We value a wide range of experiences:

• You might have worked in care homes, nurseries, or other settings with diverse groups of people
• Perhaps you've advocated for yourself or others through difficult circumstances
• You might have lived experience that gives you insight into housing challenges
• Your background could be in any people-focused role that required empathy and problem-solving
• Experience in support work would be helpful but isn't essential if you have the right values and approach