Weekend Housing Support Worker – Young People’s Services

LiveWest

  • Redruth, Cornwall
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 1 month ago
At LiveWest, we believe everyone deserves a safe and supportive place to call home. As a Weekend Housing Support Worker, you'll be the vital weekend presence in our accommodation-based service for young people aged 16-25. You'll help create a secure, welcoming environment where young people can thrive, offering practical support and guidance to help them build brighter futures.This is a newly created role, and we have 4 positions available - St Austell, Truro, Redruth and Penzance.Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide housing advice and support to help young people sustain their accommodation and plan for independent living.
  • Ensure the safety and security of the building and its residents at all times.
  • Engage with young people in a supportive, respectful, and proactive manner.
  • Monitor and record changes in behaviour or circumstances, maintaining accurate records.
  • Respond to emergencies and safeguarding concerns, referring to appropriate services.
  • Carry out room and building checks, reporting repairs and ensuring health and safety standards.
  • Support with arrears management and promote responsibility around rent payments.
  • Maintain a clean and safe environment, including communal areas and void units.
Why Join LiveWest?
  • Purpose-driven work - Help young people overcome challenges and achieve their goals.
  • Supportive culture - Be part of a team that values collaboration, learning, and wellbeing.
  • Development opportunities - Access training and qualifications to grow your career.
  • Inclusive values - We celebrate diversity and are committed to equality and respect.
These roles are being offered on a part-time basis working 14.8 hours per week on a Saturday and Sunday. This is an onsite role based in one of our 4 Foyers - St Austell, Truro, Redruth or Penzance.Interviews for this role will be held on 15 August, 26 and 28 August - depending on which area you live in. As we have 4 roles available, please submit your application as soon as possible. We will close the vacancy as soon as the positions are filled.For further information about this role, and LiveWest, please view our candidate information pack.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups. Appointment to this role is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.About The CandidateTo be successful in your application for the role of Weekend Intensive Housing Worker, you will have the essential skills and experience for a level 1 role (please see candidate information pack) and the following role-specific skills and experience:You're passionate about supporting young people and understand the challenges they face. You're confident working independently, calm under pressure, and committed to safeguarding and inclusion.You'll bring:
  • Experience working with young people or in supported housing (paid or voluntary).
  • Understanding of issues such as homelessness, mental health, substance misuse, and safeguarding.
  • Knowledge of housing and welfare benefits.
  • Strong communication and record-keeping skills.
  • A Level 3 qualification (or willingness to work towards one) in youth work, health and social care, or a related field.
  • Desirable: Mental Health First Aid, safeguarding training, knowledge of Ofsted supported accommodation regulations.
Please note, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role; therefore, applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the full duration of this role.About The CompanyOur Reward and Benefits:
  • Generous Annual Leave: Start with 26 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with length of service - and the option to purchase up to 5 extra days (pro rated for part time roles).
  • Pension Contributions: Enjoy up to 9% employer contributions with our Defined Contribution scheme.
  • Health Benefits and Perks: Access to a health care cash plan (worth up to £1,100 annually), virtual GP services, discounted gym memberships, and retail discounts including access to a Blue Light Card.
  • Learning and Development: Invest in your future with ongoing personal and professional growth opportunities.
  • Family Support: Policies designed to help you balance work and family life, including a new child payment.
  • Wellbeing Matters: Priorities your health with mental health support, enhanced sick pay, wellness campaigns, and free flu jabs.
  • Smarter Travel: Save with our Cycle to Work and Car Benefit schemes.
  • Giving Back: Up to four paid volunteering days a year to support our communities.
About Us:At LiveWest, we are united by a shared mission: to create a home for everyone. Each of us takes pride in playing our part in achieving this goal.Our values guide everything we do - from how we work together to how we deliver exceptional services to our customers. Collaboration is at the heart of LiveWest, and we believe that we achieve more when we deliver together.As one of the largest employers in the South West, our team of 1,800 talented colleagues provides a wide range of services to our 80,000 customers. We are passionate about nurturing local talent and creating opportunities for people within the communities we serve.We are committed to supporting our colleagues, giving them the autonomy and encouragement they need to thrive and reach their full potential. Together, we are building brighter futures for everyone.Inclusion at LiveWest:At LiveWest, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We believe that our differences drive innovation, creativity, and excellent, and we strive to create an environment where all colleagues can thrive. As a proud member of Inclusive Employers, a Disability Confident Employer, and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, we are dedicated to supporting all our colleagues and ensuring that our workplace is welcoming and accessible to all.We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our team. LiveWest is dedicated to equal opportunity and actively works to eliminate discrimination and promote diversity at all levels.Join us in our mission to create vibrant and inclusive communities. Make a difference with LiveWest, where every voice is heard, and every contribution is valued.You can read more about Inclusion at LiveWest by visiting our website.

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