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Hostel Support Worker
Job Posted: 29 minutes ago
Salary: £ 25,500 - 26,000 / Annum
Job Type: Contract
Location: LU4, Lewsey, Luton
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Hostel Support Worker – Social Housing Organisation (9-Month FTC – Maternity Cover)
📍 Based in Bedfordshire | 💼 Full Time: 37 hours/week (Mon–Fri)
💰 Salary: £24,000–£25,500 pro rata (£18,000–£19,125)
Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable individuals and helping them build independent lives? Our client, a highly respected social housing organisation in Bedfordshire, is seeking a Hostel Support Worker to join their team on a 9-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.
🌟 About the Role:
You’ll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the hostel and provide direct, tailored support to customers. Working in a psychologically informed and person-centred way, you will guide residents toward independent living through proactive coaching and structured support.
🛠️ Key Responsibilities:
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Deliver day-to-day hostel operations and direct support to customers
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Provide person-centred coaching tailored to individual needs
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Manage a personal caseload and conduct weekly support sessions
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Attend professional meetings and support external appointments
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Complete referrals and liaise with external services
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Conduct customer assessments and develop support/risk management plans
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Manage rent arrears and assist with benefit applications and payment plans
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Ensure accommodation is safe, secure, and well-maintained
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Help customers develop life skills for independent living and support their move-on journey
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Carry out room checks and comply with health and safety procedures
✅ What We’re Looking For:
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Previous experience in a similar support or housing role
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Enhanced DBS (recently carried out)
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Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (desirable)
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Strong interpersonal skills, resilience, and a practical, creative approach to problem-solving
📅 Contract Details:
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9-month fixed-term contract (maternity cover)
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Full-time – 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday (with some shift working hours)
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Salary: £24,000–£25,500 per annum pro rata (£18,000–£19,125 for contract duration)Before You Apply
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