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Supported Housing Worker
Job Posted: 4 hours ago
Salary: £ 14.5 - 14.5 /
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Shepton Mallet, Somerset
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Your new company
This opportunity is with a well-established service that provides high-quality accommodation and support to individuals experiencing homelessness and social exclusion. The team is committed to empowering people to build sustainable, independent lives through person-centred support and collaborative working.
Your new role
We are currently recruiting for a Temporary Supported Housing Worker based in Shepton Mallet (Mendip).
Pay: £14.50 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)
Hours: 22.5 hours per week
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 4-6 weeks minimum, with potential for extension
You'll be supporting single homeless individuals with medium-level support needs across two accommodation sites. The role includes delivering safe and effective housing management, progressing referrals, and helping clients move toward greater independence.
What you'll need to succeed
- Supporting homeless or socially excluded individuals
- Working in social or health care settings
- Managing complex needs and challenging behaviours
- Strong understanding of homelessness and social exclusion
- Ability to carry out assessments and develop support plans
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- IT literacy (Word, email, spreadsheets)
-Understanding of housing benefits (desirable)
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
- Business insurance for work-related travel
- Willingness to work on a rota between 08:00 and 20:00, including weekends and evenings.
What you'll get in return
- Competitive hourly rate of £14.50 (inclusive of holiday pay)- Flexible part-time hours (22.5 hours per week)
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the local community
- Experience working within a supportive and values-driven team
- Potential for contract extension beyond the initial 4-6 weeks
- Mileage reimbursed for work-related travel (business insurance required)
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