Bank Support Worker

Bank Support Worker

We are seeking compassionate and adaptable Bank Support Workers to join Depaul UK and help people across Greater Manchester build brighter futures.

Position: Bank Support Worker
Salary: £14.65 per hour
Location: Greater Manchester, including Salford, North, South, North-East and South-East Greater Manchester
Hours: Flexible bank shifts
Contract: Bank / Locum
Closing date: 8 November 2026

About the role

Looking for flexible work where every shift is an opportunity to change lives?

Depaul UK is recruiting multiple Bank Support Workers to join its frontline teams across Greater Manchester. You will become part of a close-knit, supportive team providing practical and emotional support to people facing homelessness, crisis and complex life challenges.

Working across a range of services, you could support young people leaving care, unaccompanied asylum-seeking young people, and individuals experiencing housing insecurity, mental health challenges or substance misuse and recovery needs.

Your key responsibilities will include:

·         Building trusted relationships and providing compassionate, consistent support.

·         Helping individuals develop independence, confidence and everyday living skills.

·         Supporting people to identify their goals and take positive steps towards them.

·         Contributing to safe, welcoming and supportive environments.

·         Working alongside colleagues and partner organisations to help people overcome barriers.

Please indicate your preferred location in your application or supporting statement. Depaul UK will aim to match you to your preferred area, although flexibility to work across services would be advantageous.

About you

You will be compassionate, resilient and motivated by helping people make positive changes. You will bring a calm, adaptable approach and the ability to build relationships with people from different backgrounds.

You will have:

·         An understanding of the challenges faced by people experiencing homelessness or difficult life circumstances.

·         Good communication and listening skills.

·         The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and partner organisations.

·         A commitment to treating everyone with dignity and respect.

·         A flexible, people-focused approach to supporting individuals with different needs.

Whether you are an experienced support worker or looking to broaden your frontline experience, this is an opportunity to contribute to a team where every conversation matters.

About the organisation

Depaul UK believes in people’s potential and takes action every day to help unlock it. Since 1989, the charity has provided accommodation, prevention and support services to marginalised young people.

Inspired by a belief in the intrinsic worth of every person, Depaul UK works towards a future where everyone has a place to call home and the opportunity to fulfil their potential.

Depaul UK welcomes applications from all backgrounds. An appropriate DBS check will be carried out where required. A criminal record will never be treated as an automatic barrier to employment.

Other roles you may have experience of could include Support Worker, Housing Support Worker, Homelessness Support Worker, Youth Support Worker, Project Worker, Relief Support Worker or Residential Support Worker. #INDSCP

Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People.