Senior Support Worker - Bridgend ABBA

Job description

Hours of Work37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8am-4pm/9am-5pm/12pm-8pm. On call rota 1 weekend in 6.

Project DescriptionThe project operates across Bridgend and works with priority needs homeless people to provide housing related support within temporary accommodation as a safe alternative to Bed and Breakfast accommodation. The service provides residential support to meet individuals' needs, promote independence and lead to a sustainable move‐on.

Purpose of RoleTo coordinate and provide residential and floating support that enables and empowers Service Users to address housing and/or personal difficulties, build their skills and confidence, and ultimately improve their ability to maintain their current or future accommodation. The support will not create or increase dependence. It will 'do with' rather than 'do for' to enable people to improve their control, understanding and involvement in dealing with the issues that affect them, and assist Service Users to achieve their preferred outcomes. In addition, to meet the housing management needs of the project ensuring the delivery of a safe, secure and effective service.

Requirements

Enhanced DBS disclosure required.

Driving licence and use of own vehicle essential.

Other InformationWe are not utilizing agencies for this role. Please do not approach agencies.

Full job description and person specification available for download. Please refer to this information when completing your CV and Cover Letter. Application guidance page provides tips on what to include.

Closing date for this vacancy is 1st June 2026 at 09:00am. Interview date: 4th June 2026. The Wallich reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

At The Wallich, we are fully committed to supporting and improving Equity, Diversity and Inclusion to ensure we are the best community we can be. We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds. If you would like any support with your application or to discuss any adjustments you may require, please contact recruitment@thewallich.net or call 02920 668 464.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bridgend

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English