Trauma-Informed Day Support Worker – Homelessness (Hybrid)

Connection At Stmartins; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

London Living Wage

Hybrid working

Generous training budget

Sick pay policy

Family-friendly policies

Cycle to Work Scheme

Season Ticket Loan

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Connection At Stmartins in London is recruiting a Day Support Worker for a new 24-hour supported housing service in Wandsworth, part of a six-month pilot, supporting 15 residents experiencing homelessness and severe disadvantage.

You will lead the day-to-day running, provide direct support, and help residents access services and activities. The role includes a 7-day rota with shifts 07:45–20:15, and hybrid working where role requirements allow.

Qualifications

• Experience in housing support or social care is desirable.
• Ability to work in a trauma-informed, person-centred approach.
• Willingness to work flexible hours across a 7-day rota.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to service users.
• Lead day-to-day running of the service.
• Respond to residents’ needs and ensure safety and comfort.
• Support residents with appointments and service access.
• Co-design and run activities (art, self-care, nature walks, cooking).
• Collaborate with specialist support workers and management.

Job description

Connection At Stmartins in London is recruiting a Day Support Worker for a new 24-hour supported housing service in Wandsworth, part of a six-month pilot, supporting 15 residents experiencing homelessness and severe disadvantage.

You will lead the day-to-day running, provide direct support, and help residents access services and activities. The role includes a 7-day rota with shifts 07:45–20:15, and hybrid working where role requirements allow.