Support Worker

Support Officer 📍 Thatcham, Berkshire
💷 £17.60 LTD per hour
⏰ Full-time temporary contract
We are recruiting for an experienced Support Officer to join a supported accommodation service in Thatcham. You will provide person-centred support to vulnerable adults, helping them maintain their tenancies, build independence and achieve positive outcomes.
Key responsibilities

• Completing client assessments, support plans and risk assessments
• Delivering regular one-to-one support based on individual needs
• Supporting clients to maintain their accommodation and develop independent living skills
• Working with clients experiencing mental health and substance misuse issues
• Identifying and reporting safeguarding concerns
• Coordinating support with Adult Social Care, health services, criminal justice agencies and other partners
• Maintaining accurate case notes, records and statutory information
• Helping clients understand their tenancy rights, responsibilities and financial obligations
• Managing challenging situations involving distressed or aggressive clients
• Reporting repairs and promoting the safety and cleanliness of the accommodation

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting vulnerable or diverse client groups
• Knowledge of person-centred support and tenancy sustainment
• Strong safeguarding awareness
• Excellent communication, organisation and relationship-building skills
• Confidence dealing with challenging behaviour
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to complete one
• Flexibility to work outside standard office hours when required

Experience supporting people affected by mental health difficulties or substance misuse would be particularly beneficial.
To apply, please contact George Westhead on 01772 208966
or email george.westhead@servicecare.org.uk