Are you looking for a rewarding career that is stimulating and varied each day? Creative Support are looking for warm, reliable and proactive Support Workers to join our Floating Staff team in Bradford to provide quality care and support to individuals with mental health needs. We work across the city in four local teams, ensuring staff offer personalised mental health recovery support, alongside housing related support. This is a temporary role to cover for maternity leave, expected to be approximately a year. Your role will include: Developing warm and trusting relationships with service users, encouraging them to express their needs, views and concerns Working in partnership with service users through the recovery process, being flexible and responsive to the individual needs of the service users Helping service users to develop recovery focused support goals, promoting hope and aspiration Respecting the service users' right to privacy, ensuring that their dignity is maintained at all times Advising and supporting service users in all aspects of managing their tenancy and maintaining the safety, hygiene and comfort of their home Experience working with mental health needs is desirable. However, if you are looking to join the health and social care sector, and share our drive, values and passion for helping people with mental health needs, then we would also like to hear from you. This role requires drivers with access to their own vehicle. Vacancy Reference Number: 93127 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK - This post will not be open to Sponsorship, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas .
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Are you looking for a rewarding career that is stimulating and varied each day? Creative Support are looking for warm, reliable and proactive Support Workers to join our Floating Staff team in Bradford to provide quality care and support to individuals with mental health needs. We work across the city in four local teams, ensuring staff offer personalised mental health recovery support, alongside housing related support. This is a temporary role to cover for maternity leave, expected to be approximately a year. Your role will include: Developing warm and trusting relationships with service users, encouraging them to express their needs, views and concerns Working in partnership with service users through the recovery process, being flexible and responsive to the individual needs of the service users Helping service users to develop recovery focused support goals, promoting hope and aspiration Respecting the service users' right to privacy, ensuring that their dignity is maintained at all times Advising and supporting service users in all aspects of managing their tenancy and maintaining the safety, hygiene and comfort of their home Experience working with mental health needs is desirable. However, if you are looking to join the health and social care sector, and share our drive, values and passion for helping people with mental health needs, then we would also like to hear from you. This role requires drivers with access to their own vehicle. Vacancy Reference Number: 93127 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK - This post will not be open to Sponsorship, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas .
TST Caseworker - Tenancy Sustainment & Floating Support Location: PAN London Pay Rate: £17.14 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay) Contract: Temporary (Approx. 2 months) Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday-Friday, 9AM-5PM) Overview Central Recruitment is currently recruiting for a TST Caseworker to join a dynamic service supporting individuals aged 18+ who are recovering from homelessness.This role focuses on delivering high-quality tenancy sustainment and floating support , helping clients maintain independence, improve wellbeing, and successfully move forward into long-term accommodation. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of 25-28 clients, delivering regular key working sessions Develop strengths-based, outcome-focused support plans with clients Carry out risk assessments and implement effective risk management strategies Support clients with debt reduction, budgeting, and maximising income Work in partnership with statutory and non-statutory services, including accompanying clients to appointments Support access to health services , addressing physical and mental health needs Promote social inclusion , including access to education, training, and employment opportunities Deliver and facilitate group sessions, activities, and drop-ins Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns in line with policy and legislation Requirements Experience or strong understanding of working with: Homelessness / housing support Mental & physical health Substance misuse (drug & alcohol) Safeguarding and risk management Tenancy sustainment (arrears, ASB, budgeting) Knowledge of housing pathways and move-on routes (PRS, social housing, supported housing) Ability to deliver trauma-informed, strengths-based support and motivational interventions Experience supporting clients to move into and sustain accommodation Strong partnership working and communication skills Ability to manage workload effectively and work independently (including lone working) Additional Information PAN London Travel expenses are claimable Lone working involved Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
Apr 21, 2026
Seasonal
TST Caseworker - Tenancy Sustainment & Floating Support Location: PAN London Pay Rate: £17.14 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay) Contract: Temporary (Approx. 2 months) Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday-Friday, 9AM-5PM) Overview Central Recruitment is currently recruiting for a TST Caseworker to join a dynamic service supporting individuals aged 18+ who are recovering from homelessness.This role focuses on delivering high-quality tenancy sustainment and floating support , helping clients maintain independence, improve wellbeing, and successfully move forward into long-term accommodation. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of 25-28 clients, delivering regular key working sessions Develop strengths-based, outcome-focused support plans with clients Carry out risk assessments and implement effective risk management strategies Support clients with debt reduction, budgeting, and maximising income Work in partnership with statutory and non-statutory services, including accompanying clients to appointments Support access to health services , addressing physical and mental health needs Promote social inclusion , including access to education, training, and employment opportunities Deliver and facilitate group sessions, activities, and drop-ins Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns in line with policy and legislation Requirements Experience or strong understanding of working with: Homelessness / housing support Mental & physical health Substance misuse (drug & alcohol) Safeguarding and risk management Tenancy sustainment (arrears, ASB, budgeting) Knowledge of housing pathways and move-on routes (PRS, social housing, supported housing) Ability to deliver trauma-informed, strengths-based support and motivational interventions Experience supporting clients to move into and sustain accommodation Strong partnership working and communication skills Ability to manage workload effectively and work independently (including lone working) Additional Information PAN London Travel expenses are claimable Lone working involved Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
We are seeking a Discharge Support Worker to join our Mental Health Floating Support team, within wards in Greater Manchester. There are multiple sites available (with some local community outreach) in North and South Manchester. This role provides a highly-responsive hospital in-reach service to deliver housing-related support for people with mental health needs, and additional issues, which create barriers for discharge (e.g. homelessness, history of offences, financial issues). Our person-centred approach aims to encourage our service users in their aspirations, while supporting them to have the best quality of life. You will support individuals to work towards achieving outcomes across key areas, including independent living and social skills, community links and social inclusion, and pathways to meaningful employment. The role includes the following responsibilities: Carrying out person-centred assessments to identify housing support needs Ensuring clear targets for outputs, timescales and quality Providing direct support and practical assistance in accessing housing and support options Provide support to maximise financial wellness Create links with housing and support providers to create sustainable pathways Ensure smooth transitions out of hospital Due to the nature of this role, experience in supporting individuals with mental health needs is an essential requirement. Vacancy Reference Number: 89658 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number. Creative Support's Development Pathway offers a structured induction and values-led training to help staff grow from entry-level to leadership roles. It empowers career progression through tailored learning aligned with national strategies and the WE CARE framework. Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization- Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received an Investors in People Gold award. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK - This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
We are seeking a Discharge Support Worker to join our Mental Health Floating Support team, within wards in Greater Manchester. There are multiple sites available (with some local community outreach) in North and South Manchester. This role provides a highly-responsive hospital in-reach service to deliver housing-related support for people with mental health needs, and additional issues, which create barriers for discharge (e.g. homelessness, history of offences, financial issues). Our person-centred approach aims to encourage our service users in their aspirations, while supporting them to have the best quality of life. You will support individuals to work towards achieving outcomes across key areas, including independent living and social skills, community links and social inclusion, and pathways to meaningful employment. The role includes the following responsibilities: Carrying out person-centred assessments to identify housing support needs Ensuring clear targets for outputs, timescales and quality Providing direct support and practical assistance in accessing housing and support options Provide support to maximise financial wellness Create links with housing and support providers to create sustainable pathways Ensure smooth transitions out of hospital Due to the nature of this role, experience in supporting individuals with mental health needs is an essential requirement. Vacancy Reference Number: 89658 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number. Creative Support's Development Pathway offers a structured induction and values-led training to help staff grow from entry-level to leadership roles. It empowers career progression through tailored learning aligned with national strategies and the WE CARE framework. Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization- Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received an Investors in People Gold award. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK - This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.
37.5 hours per week / permanent / working on a four on, four off shift pattern across a seven day rolling rota, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. A full, valid UK driving licence is essential, as this is a mobile role; a vehicle will be provided. YMCA DownsLink Group is the leading charity for children and young people across Sussex and Surrey. We offer safe homes, mental health support and trusted advice. We believe that every child and young person has the right to be safe, heard and to shape their own future. We work alongside them to make that happen. We are here for children and young people, many of whom face multiple challenges and need our support. Our Values - we do what s right, we work with heart, and we build real connections guide us in all our actions. Our services provide supported housing for young people aged , offering both high (24 hour supported) and medium/low supported levels of housing including young families. We take a trauma informed, and psychologically informed approach, supporting residents to build essential life skills, identify personal goals, and work towards their aspirations, enabling them to move on to fully independent living. We are looking for a Housing Mobile Night Worker to provide floating support across our housing services. You will play a key role in ensuring our properties remain safe, secure, and welcoming throughout the night. Your primary responsibility will be to undertake mobile duties across our Brighton, Hove and Worthing sites. You will start and finish each shift in Brighton, where the organisation s works vehicle is based. As part of the role, you will provide break cover for static night staff and may be required, on occasion, to cover a static shift at one of our 24 hour staffed properties. During each shift, you will visit all properties and help maintain a safe, secure and supportive environment. This includes demonstrating strong communication skills, maintaining accurate records, carrying out building checks, monitoring CCTV, reporting and responding to safeguarding concerns, and ensuring all health and safety requirements are met in line with organisational policies and procedures. The role also involves working proactively to minimise the impact of antisocial behaviour on residents and neighbouring communities. This may include one to one interventions with young people, including those experiencing a mental health crisis or requiring medical assistance. This role is primarily lone working, so you will need to be confident in decision making and in following procedures. As part of your induction programme, you will have the opportunity to get to know the different teams and services, complete the required training, and undertake shadow shifts to ensure you feel confident, supported, and well prepared. This is a dynamic and varied role for someone who is organised, self-motivated and is happy to lone work for most of their shift. Ideally, you will have experience working with young people, those considered vulnerable, or individuals with multiple and complex needs, and be able to demonstrate a genuine passion for working with young people. You will have an understanding of the needs of single homeless clients aged , along with the ability to engage, motivate, and inspire others, and a strong commitment to making a positive difference to people s lives. You will have clear verbal and written communication skills, good IT and keyboard skills, and the ability to work independently and self-motivate. You will be an effective communicator, able to deliver robust and clear handovers and build strong working relationships with colleagues. In addition, you will have the ability to deescalate volatile situations and manage challenging behaviour in a calm and appropriate manner. CLOSING DATE: Monday 4 May 2026 at midnight. PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorship for this role, so applicants must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently. An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment. Accessibility If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us. YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants will undergo a thorough background screening process, conducted by an accredited third-party provider. This includes an Enhanced DBS check (with Children s and Adults Barred Lists) as well as comprehensive reference and activity check.
Apr 19, 2026
Full time
37.5 hours per week / permanent / working on a four on, four off shift pattern across a seven day rolling rota, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. A full, valid UK driving licence is essential, as this is a mobile role; a vehicle will be provided. YMCA DownsLink Group is the leading charity for children and young people across Sussex and Surrey. We offer safe homes, mental health support and trusted advice. We believe that every child and young person has the right to be safe, heard and to shape their own future. We work alongside them to make that happen. We are here for children and young people, many of whom face multiple challenges and need our support. Our Values - we do what s right, we work with heart, and we build real connections guide us in all our actions. Our services provide supported housing for young people aged , offering both high (24 hour supported) and medium/low supported levels of housing including young families. We take a trauma informed, and psychologically informed approach, supporting residents to build essential life skills, identify personal goals, and work towards their aspirations, enabling them to move on to fully independent living. We are looking for a Housing Mobile Night Worker to provide floating support across our housing services. You will play a key role in ensuring our properties remain safe, secure, and welcoming throughout the night. Your primary responsibility will be to undertake mobile duties across our Brighton, Hove and Worthing sites. You will start and finish each shift in Brighton, where the organisation s works vehicle is based. As part of the role, you will provide break cover for static night staff and may be required, on occasion, to cover a static shift at one of our 24 hour staffed properties. During each shift, you will visit all properties and help maintain a safe, secure and supportive environment. This includes demonstrating strong communication skills, maintaining accurate records, carrying out building checks, monitoring CCTV, reporting and responding to safeguarding concerns, and ensuring all health and safety requirements are met in line with organisational policies and procedures. The role also involves working proactively to minimise the impact of antisocial behaviour on residents and neighbouring communities. This may include one to one interventions with young people, including those experiencing a mental health crisis or requiring medical assistance. This role is primarily lone working, so you will need to be confident in decision making and in following procedures. As part of your induction programme, you will have the opportunity to get to know the different teams and services, complete the required training, and undertake shadow shifts to ensure you feel confident, supported, and well prepared. This is a dynamic and varied role for someone who is organised, self-motivated and is happy to lone work for most of their shift. Ideally, you will have experience working with young people, those considered vulnerable, or individuals with multiple and complex needs, and be able to demonstrate a genuine passion for working with young people. You will have an understanding of the needs of single homeless clients aged , along with the ability to engage, motivate, and inspire others, and a strong commitment to making a positive difference to people s lives. You will have clear verbal and written communication skills, good IT and keyboard skills, and the ability to work independently and self-motivate. You will be an effective communicator, able to deliver robust and clear handovers and build strong working relationships with colleagues. In addition, you will have the ability to deescalate volatile situations and manage challenging behaviour in a calm and appropriate manner. CLOSING DATE: Monday 4 May 2026 at midnight. PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorship for this role, so applicants must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently. An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment. Accessibility If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us. YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants will undergo a thorough background screening process, conducted by an accredited third-party provider. This includes an Enhanced DBS check (with Children s and Adults Barred Lists) as well as comprehensive reference and activity check.
Creative Support are looking to recruit a support worker who is experienced in working in with people who have mental health support needs, for our Gateshead based service. You will be working with an outcome-focused floating support team for people over the age of 18 who are experiencing homeless, or who are at risk of homelessness and have housing related support needs. The service is commissioned by Gateshead Council and will provide a time-limited support service from an office in Gateshead. The service will work with individuals with complex and often chaotic lives to provide a range of support options, including: Support in people's own homes Drop-in sessions and activities/courses at our office Signposting services to ensure people have the support they need to find and maintain tenancies in the local community. You will manage a case-load and provide direct support to service users in accordance with their holistic support plans. As a recovery worker you will support service users who have complex and multiple needs, taking a multi-agency approach that ensures people have access to appropriate services that meet those needs. You will work with service users who require longer term support with the aim of stabilising their lives through supporting them in developing the necessary skills and confidence for finding and managing a tenancy. You will promote inclusion, independence and wellbeing with the aim of enabling service users to become active and productive citizens. You will support service users by providing one-off interventions and longer term support, devising clear exit strategies that take into account opportunities to build resilience, local connections and knowledge of local service provision. Support will focus on the following areas; Resettlement & tenancy sustainment Prevention of tenancy failure or homelessness Maximised income Financial management and resilience Meaningful activity including; volunteering, training and employment Improved health and wellbeing including; smoking cessation, reduction in alcohol consumption and substance misuse, increased physical activity, improved diet and greater engagement with primary and specialist health care services Improved engagement with probation and rehabilitation services, and criminal justice agencies Improved self-reported quality of life and self-reliance Improved connections to local community activities and leisure opportunities. This role offers unique and challenging opportunities bringing great job satisfaction to those who are looking to make a positive difference to the lives of others. You will be required to work in a flexible manner on a rota which may include evenings, weekends and nights. In addition to opportunities for personal and career development, we offer good conditions of service and a supportive, hands-on management culture. Vacancy Reference Number: 92421 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK
Apr 17, 2026
Full time
Creative Support are looking to recruit a support worker who is experienced in working in with people who have mental health support needs, for our Gateshead based service. You will be working with an outcome-focused floating support team for people over the age of 18 who are experiencing homeless, or who are at risk of homelessness and have housing related support needs. The service is commissioned by Gateshead Council and will provide a time-limited support service from an office in Gateshead. The service will work with individuals with complex and often chaotic lives to provide a range of support options, including: Support in people's own homes Drop-in sessions and activities/courses at our office Signposting services to ensure people have the support they need to find and maintain tenancies in the local community. You will manage a case-load and provide direct support to service users in accordance with their holistic support plans. As a recovery worker you will support service users who have complex and multiple needs, taking a multi-agency approach that ensures people have access to appropriate services that meet those needs. You will work with service users who require longer term support with the aim of stabilising their lives through supporting them in developing the necessary skills and confidence for finding and managing a tenancy. You will promote inclusion, independence and wellbeing with the aim of enabling service users to become active and productive citizens. You will support service users by providing one-off interventions and longer term support, devising clear exit strategies that take into account opportunities to build resilience, local connections and knowledge of local service provision. Support will focus on the following areas; Resettlement & tenancy sustainment Prevention of tenancy failure or homelessness Maximised income Financial management and resilience Meaningful activity including; volunteering, training and employment Improved health and wellbeing including; smoking cessation, reduction in alcohol consumption and substance misuse, increased physical activity, improved diet and greater engagement with primary and specialist health care services Improved engagement with probation and rehabilitation services, and criminal justice agencies Improved self-reported quality of life and self-reliance Improved connections to local community activities and leisure opportunities. This role offers unique and challenging opportunities bringing great job satisfaction to those who are looking to make a positive difference to the lives of others. You will be required to work in a flexible manner on a rota which may include evenings, weekends and nights. In addition to opportunities for personal and career development, we offer good conditions of service and a supportive, hands-on management culture. Vacancy Reference Number: 92421 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK
Creative Support Ltd
Bishop Auckland, County Durham
We are currently recruiting for our Floating Support Service in Bishop Auckland and East Durham, which offers practical and emotional support to individuals with mental health needs within their homes or in the community. The role involves identifying and accessing opportunities for social inclusion with clients, working with them in a recovery-focused manner according to their individual support plans whilst collaborating with clients, families, and professionals. You will ensure a consistent and coordinated service, assisting the Project Manager with the day-to-day operations of the service. We offer a variety of hours including full-time and part-time roles based on the level of experience you have. While experience is not mandatory for contracted roles, as we provide comprehensive ongoing training in all aspects of the job, we do welcome applicants with previous experience in care, support work or the NHS. Drivers with accessible cars are essential for this role. Vacancy Reference Number: 92425 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded. SVC: DHRD Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK
Apr 17, 2026
Full time
We are currently recruiting for our Floating Support Service in Bishop Auckland and East Durham, which offers practical and emotional support to individuals with mental health needs within their homes or in the community. The role involves identifying and accessing opportunities for social inclusion with clients, working with them in a recovery-focused manner according to their individual support plans whilst collaborating with clients, families, and professionals. You will ensure a consistent and coordinated service, assisting the Project Manager with the day-to-day operations of the service. We offer a variety of hours including full-time and part-time roles based on the level of experience you have. While experience is not mandatory for contracted roles, as we provide comprehensive ongoing training in all aspects of the job, we do welcome applicants with previous experience in care, support work or the NHS. Drivers with accessible cars are essential for this role. Vacancy Reference Number: 92425 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded. SVC: DHRD Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK
37.5 hours per week / permanent / working on a fouron, fouroff shift pattern across a sevenday rolling rota, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. A full, valid UK driving licence is essential, as this is a mobile role; a vehicle will be provided. YMCA DownsLink Group is the leading charity for children and young people across Sussex and Surrey. We offer safe homes, mental health support and trusted advice. We believe that every child and young person has the right to be safe, heard and to shape their own future. We work alongside them to make that happen. We are here for children and young people, many of whom face multiple challenges and need our support. Our Values - we do what's right, we work with heart, and we build real connections - guide us in all our actions. Our services provide supported housing for young people aged 16-25, offering both high (24 hour supported) and medium/low supported levels of housing including young families. We take a trauma informed, and psychologically informed approach, supporting residents to build essential life skills, identify personal goals, and work towards their aspirations, enabling them to move on to fully independent living. We are looking for a Housing Mobile Night Worker to provide floating support across our housing services. You will play a key role in ensuring our properties remain safe, secure, and welcoming throughout the night. Your primary responsibility will be to undertake mobile duties across our Brighton, Hove and Worthing sites. You will start and finish each shift in Brighton, where the organisation's works vehicle is based. As part of the role, you will provide break cover for static night staff and may be required, on occasion, to cover a static shift at one of our 24hour staffed properties. During each shift, you will visit all properties and help maintain a safe, secure and supportive environment. This includes demonstrating strong communication skills, maintaining accurate records, carrying out building checks, monitoring CCTV, reporting and responding to safeguarding concerns, and ensuring all health and safety requirements are met in line with organisational policies and procedures. The role also involves working proactively to minimise the impact of antisocial behaviour on residents and neighbouring communities. This may include onetoone interventions with young people, including those experiencing a mental health crisis or requiring medical assistance. This role is primarily lone working, so you will need to be confident in decision making and in following procedures. As part of your induction programme, you will have the opportunity to get to know the different teams and services, complete the required training, and undertake shadow shifts to ensure you feel confident, supported, and well prepared. This is a dynamic and varied role for someone who is organised, self-motivated and is happy to lone work for most of their shift. Ideally, you will have experience working with young people, those considered vulnerable, or individuals with multiple and complex needs, and be able to demonstrate a genuine passion for working with young people. You will have an understanding of the needs of single homeless clients aged 16-25, along with the ability to engage, motivate, and inspire others, and a strong commitment to making a positive difference to people's lives. You will have clear verbal and written communication skills, good IT and keyboard skills, and the ability to work independently and self-motivate. You will be an effective communicator, able to deliver robust and clear handovers and build strong working relationships with colleagues. In addition, you will have the ability to deescalate volatile situations and manage challenging behaviour in a calm and appropriate manner. If you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this post, please contact . Should you require any assistance with our application process, please email us at . CLOSING DATE: Monday 4 May 2026 at midnight. PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorship for this role, so applicants must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently. An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment. Accessibility If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us. YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants will undergo a thorough background screening process, conducted by an accredited third-party provider. This includes an Enhanced DBS check (with Children's and Adults' Barred Lists) as well as comprehensive reference and activity check.
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
37.5 hours per week / permanent / working on a fouron, fouroff shift pattern across a sevenday rolling rota, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. A full, valid UK driving licence is essential, as this is a mobile role; a vehicle will be provided. YMCA DownsLink Group is the leading charity for children and young people across Sussex and Surrey. We offer safe homes, mental health support and trusted advice. We believe that every child and young person has the right to be safe, heard and to shape their own future. We work alongside them to make that happen. We are here for children and young people, many of whom face multiple challenges and need our support. Our Values - we do what's right, we work with heart, and we build real connections - guide us in all our actions. Our services provide supported housing for young people aged 16-25, offering both high (24 hour supported) and medium/low supported levels of housing including young families. We take a trauma informed, and psychologically informed approach, supporting residents to build essential life skills, identify personal goals, and work towards their aspirations, enabling them to move on to fully independent living. We are looking for a Housing Mobile Night Worker to provide floating support across our housing services. You will play a key role in ensuring our properties remain safe, secure, and welcoming throughout the night. Your primary responsibility will be to undertake mobile duties across our Brighton, Hove and Worthing sites. You will start and finish each shift in Brighton, where the organisation's works vehicle is based. As part of the role, you will provide break cover for static night staff and may be required, on occasion, to cover a static shift at one of our 24hour staffed properties. During each shift, you will visit all properties and help maintain a safe, secure and supportive environment. This includes demonstrating strong communication skills, maintaining accurate records, carrying out building checks, monitoring CCTV, reporting and responding to safeguarding concerns, and ensuring all health and safety requirements are met in line with organisational policies and procedures. The role also involves working proactively to minimise the impact of antisocial behaviour on residents and neighbouring communities. This may include onetoone interventions with young people, including those experiencing a mental health crisis or requiring medical assistance. This role is primarily lone working, so you will need to be confident in decision making and in following procedures. As part of your induction programme, you will have the opportunity to get to know the different teams and services, complete the required training, and undertake shadow shifts to ensure you feel confident, supported, and well prepared. This is a dynamic and varied role for someone who is organised, self-motivated and is happy to lone work for most of their shift. Ideally, you will have experience working with young people, those considered vulnerable, or individuals with multiple and complex needs, and be able to demonstrate a genuine passion for working with young people. You will have an understanding of the needs of single homeless clients aged 16-25, along with the ability to engage, motivate, and inspire others, and a strong commitment to making a positive difference to people's lives. You will have clear verbal and written communication skills, good IT and keyboard skills, and the ability to work independently and self-motivate. You will be an effective communicator, able to deliver robust and clear handovers and build strong working relationships with colleagues. In addition, you will have the ability to deescalate volatile situations and manage challenging behaviour in a calm and appropriate manner. If you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this post, please contact . Should you require any assistance with our application process, please email us at . CLOSING DATE: Monday 4 May 2026 at midnight. PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorship for this role, so applicants must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently. An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment. Accessibility If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us. YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants will undergo a thorough background screening process, conducted by an accredited third-party provider. This includes an Enhanced DBS check (with Children's and Adults' Barred Lists) as well as comprehensive reference and activity check.
Job Title: Floating Support Worker Location: Warwickshire Salary: £15,514.27 per annum Contract type: Part Time, Permanent Hours: 22.5 hours per week This is an opportunity to join Refuge as a Floating Support Worker to provide high quality practical and emotional support to survivors of domestic abuse and their children living in our dispersed refuge accommodation in Warwickshire. This service will provide emergency accommodation across Warwickshire with high-quality domestic abuse support, by-and-for services for survivors of domestic abuse and their children. The post holder will provide high quality support and safety planning to survivors and their children who are fleeing domestic abuse. This includes enabling survivors to access housing, welfare, benefits and legal advice. A key requirement is to provide personal welfare support and to ensure that survivors are provided with a safe, supportive and welcoming environment in accordance with Refuge s philosophical principles. The Floating Support Worker (FSW) will carry a caseload of survivors of domestic abuse to enable them to provide a more holistic and intensive support package. They will work closely with survivors from the point of crisis through to move on from the emergency accommodation. FSWs will work in partnership with both statutory and voluntary sector partners to ensure that the whole range of survivors needs are met. As part of this role, you will be required to participate in an out-of-hours on call rota. This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. Closing Date: 09:00am 27 April 2026 Interview Date: 8 May 2026
Mar 28, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Floating Support Worker Location: Warwickshire Salary: £15,514.27 per annum Contract type: Part Time, Permanent Hours: 22.5 hours per week This is an opportunity to join Refuge as a Floating Support Worker to provide high quality practical and emotional support to survivors of domestic abuse and their children living in our dispersed refuge accommodation in Warwickshire. This service will provide emergency accommodation across Warwickshire with high-quality domestic abuse support, by-and-for services for survivors of domestic abuse and their children. The post holder will provide high quality support and safety planning to survivors and their children who are fleeing domestic abuse. This includes enabling survivors to access housing, welfare, benefits and legal advice. A key requirement is to provide personal welfare support and to ensure that survivors are provided with a safe, supportive and welcoming environment in accordance with Refuge s philosophical principles. The Floating Support Worker (FSW) will carry a caseload of survivors of domestic abuse to enable them to provide a more holistic and intensive support package. They will work closely with survivors from the point of crisis through to move on from the emergency accommodation. FSWs will work in partnership with both statutory and voluntary sector partners to ensure that the whole range of survivors needs are met. As part of this role, you will be required to participate in an out-of-hours on call rota. This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. Closing Date: 09:00am 27 April 2026 Interview Date: 8 May 2026