Weekend Support Worker

EMMAUS U.K.; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Emmaus Village Carlton in Milton Keynes is seeking a Weekend Support Worker to help companions achieve greater independence and wellbeing within a warm, supportive community.

You will work weekends providing emotional and practical support, encouraging life skills, resilience and confidence, with a compassionate, person-centred approach. This role supports the charity's mission and offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and practical weekend support to companions.
• Encourage development of essential life skills and resilience.
• Support independence and wellbeing within a safe, community environment.

Job description

Emmaus Village Carlton Winter Fashion Show

Join us for our Charity Winter Fashion Show on Wednesday 28 October at The Carlton House Club, Olney, for an evening of preloved fashion, unique looks on the catwalk and plenty of laughs!

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The Weekend Support Worker at Emmaus Village Carlton plays a key role in supporting companions to achieve greater independence, wellbeing and confidence within a safe and supportive community environment.

Working closely with companions over weekends, the postholder will provide both emotional and practical support, encouraging individuals to develop essential life skills, build resilience and work towards independence. The role requires a compassionate, person-centred approach and the ability to respond calmly and effectively to a range of support needs.

Our Christmas shop has officially opened inside the Chapel at Emmaus Village Carlton.

There is plenty to discover, from preloved Christmas decorations and festive homeware to gifts and those unexpected finds that make secondhand shopping so enjoyable. The collection is restocked every day as new donations arrive, so no two visits are quite the same.

You can donate any Christmas items at our drop off. Donation drop off open Wednesday - Sunday 9.30am - 2.30pm