Support Worker

Job description

Job Description

Homelessness Support WorkerLocation: Martin House & Hatfield Road, St AlbansHours: Part-time (32.5 hours per week)Salary: £23,271 per annumJoin our dedicated homelessness team supporting adults with complex needs to regain stability, build independence and move towards their own accommodation.The RoleBased mainly at Hatfield Road (5 beds), you will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the service, offering practical and emotional support that helps residents feel respected, included and empowered. You will:Support residents with daily routines, life skills and personal goalsRespond calmly to challenging situations and maintain clear boundariesKeep the building safe through checks, repairs reporting and maintaining shared spacesComplete accurate case notes, risk assessments and other documentation.You will also spend time at Martin House (16 beds) for safety checks and occasional support, working collaboratively with the wider team.Regular lone working is required, so confidence and good decision-making are essential.About YouYou are resilient, proactive and calm under pressure, with strong communication skills and the ability to engage people from diverse backgrounds. You are organised, IT-confident, and committed to compassionate, person-centred support. Experience is helpful but not essential - strong life experience and the right attitude matter most.Shifts:Flexibility is essential, as you will work a 3-week rolling rota that includes evenings, weekends and bank holidays.Shifts include a mix of:Early shifts: earliest start 7am , latest finish 4:30pmLate shifts: earliest start 12pm , latest finish 10pmWeekend working: 1 in every 3 weekends (10am-6pm)A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is required (business insurance needed if appointed).Hightown Benefits£23,271 per annum (32.5hrs)33-35 days annual leave (pro-rata)Blue Light Card - access to thousands of retailer discountsMileage paidOngoing training and developmentPension & life assurance (3? salary)Long Service AwardsMonthly Attendance BonusAnnual salary and cost-of-living reviewEmployee assistance helplineThe successful candidate must always maintain appropriate professional boundaries and understand their responsibilities in relation to positions of trust.All appointments are subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical clearances.We will be shortlisting and interviewing on an ongoing basis so may close the vacancy early.We are an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident Employer.TPBN1_UKTJ

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

St Albans

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-08-2026

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