Community Support Worker

Permanent, Full-Time £28,040.46 per year Peterborough

Join Amplius as a Community Support Worker and help provide vital housing support to our customers in supported accommodation. You’ll help people live independently with dignity, promoting wellbeing and respecting their individual needs through personalised support plans and established policies.

Salary: £28,040.46 per year Contract: Permanent, full time Hours: 37 hours per week Monday to Sunday, between 8am and 10pm on a rolling rota Location : Scheme based – Peterborough

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Snapshot of your role

Provide person-centred, housing-related support to help customers build confidence and independence. Work as a key worker, developing and reviewing support plans and risk assessments with customers. Help customers manage their tenancy, including rent, utilities, repairs and maintaining their home. Build positive relationships and encourage wellbeing, social inclusion and community involvement. Work with partner agencies to coordinate effective support and help customers achieve their goals. Keep accurate records, reports and support plans, monitoring progress and outcomes. Promote safeguarding, health and safety and equality, while managing risks appropriately.

What we’re looking for

GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above, alongside good IT skills. Experience providing person-centred support in housing, homelessness or a similar setting. An understanding of safeguarding, wellbeing and the challenges faced by people with different support needs. Strong communication and listening skills, with the ability to build positive, non-judgemental relationships. Good organisation and administration skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Important – Enhanced DBS clearance, full UK drivers’ licence, access to your own vehicle, and right to work in the UK are essential requirements. We do not provide sponsorship.

Please read the attached Job Description before applying so you get the full scope of the role.

Closing: 7 October Interviews in Peterborough: 13 October

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early in response to an overwhelming number of applications or a change in business priorities.

If you have any questions, please contact the Amplius Talent Team and we’ll be happy to assist you.