Worker jobs in east of england
Playskill is a Hertfordshire based charity supporting pre-school children with physical disabilities & delays and their families. Across two sites in Watford and Hemel Hempstead, our work helps to build family resilience in the pivotal early years of a child’s life. Our specialist early intervention work delivering multi-disciplinary therapeutic play sessions, parent training/modelling, family social respite events and family support provides holistic family centred work aiming to build foundational skills for life
The Family Support Lead will coordinate our Family Support service across all locations providing holistic support to families of children with a physical disability/delay living in Hertfordshire, always keeping close adherence to best Safeguarding practice and procedures.
The role involves working with the Head of Family Service and Operations and Head of Development to develop the Support Worker team to deliver high quality family support. This may mean supporting families in group settings, family centres or in the home and holding caseloads with a holistic view in how to best meet need. Working closely with local stakeholders (including but not limited to schools, family hubs, social care, health and other voluntary sector organisations), the wider Playskill team and families, this role will deliver family-centred practice, ensuring positive outcomes for families.
We are looking for someone who has an understanding of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities and the challenges to navigate education, welfare and health systems. They will need to understand the needs of families and be able to work collaboratively.
The role will be responsible for the integration of our Support Worker team and family support services, ensuring best practice and identifying training needs as they arise.
You must be well organised and able to demonstrate the ability to develop strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. As a self-starter, you will be able to use your own initiative, can problem solve and prioritise, with good planning and organisational skills. You will be expected to manage your weekly diary ensuring you are offering timely, quality support across our sites and within the community. You will be expected to have a positive, resilient attitude, be able to work under pressure, meet deadlines and be flexible and adaptable.
All employees will be expected to make a commitment to Playskill’s core values of Respect, Compassion, Collaboration, Whole Family and Support.
What we can offer you
• Wellbeing support
• Supportive colleagues
• Pension
Diversity statement:
Playskill is an equal opportunities employer and has a high number of team with caring responsibilities and is keen to encourage applicants from a diverse number of backgrounds.
Safeguarding statement:
Playskill is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Playskill has a full safeguarding policy and expects all staff to undergo safeguarding training.
Closing Date: 5pm, Wednesday 17th December 2025
Interview date: Tuesday 6th January 2026
Interview location: Hemel Hempstead
Reg Charity no 1198233 (formerly 1122745). Funded by The National Lottery Community Fund.in
Applications from candidates will be contacted and asked to complete an application form prior to consideration for interviews.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are recruiting for a Refuge Worker to join our team in Westminster; the scope on this job involves….
Job Title: Refuge Worker
Location: Westminster
Salary: £28,857.12 per annum
Contract type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 37.5
We are looking for a Refuge Worker to work within our accommodation service to provide specialist, high-quality support to women and their children who are escaping domestic abuse. Based in Westminster, this role involves delivering practical and emotional support to survivors, ensuring their safety, and helping them rebuild their lives. You will create a safe and welcoming environment in line with Refuge’s values and commitment to ending violence against women and girls.
As a Refuge Worker, you will support women through crisis, provide keywork sessions, safety planning, and advocacy. You will assist with accessing housing, welfare, legal support, and other essential services while maintaining accurate case records. You will also play a vital role in ensuring the effective operation of the refuge, managing referrals, and working collaboratively with partner agencies. The ideal candidate will be a compassionate and resilient individual with strong communication and organisational skills. While experience in the Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) sector is beneficial, we also welcome applications from those with transferable skills and a commitment to supporting survivors. Above all, we value individuals who are dedicated to making a difference, thrive in an inclusive environment, and are committed to their own personal development while supporting others.
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause while developing valuable frontline support and advocacy experience. Refuge offers ongoing training, professional development, and a comprehensive benefits package, ensuring that our staff are valued and supported in their roles. If you are passionate about empowering survivors and want to be part of a dedicated, compassionate organisation, we encourage you to apply.
Closing date: 9.00am on 28 November 2025
Interview date: 8 December 2025
Benefits
Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.
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Job Title: Refuge Worker
Location: Lambeth, London
Salary: £14,236.17 per annum, Inclusive of London Weighting, which may not be applicable depending on your home location and any agreed permanent homeworking arrangement
Contract type: Part Time, Permanent
Hours: 18.5 hours per week (Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays. As part of this role, you will be required to participate in an out-of-hours on call Rota).
We are looking for a Refuge Worker to work within our culturally specific refuge to provide specialist, high-quality support to women and children escaping domestic abuse. Based in Lambeth, London, this role involves delivering practical and emotional support to survivors, ensuring their safety, and helping them rebuild their lives. You will create a safe and welcoming environment in line with Refuge’s values and commitment to ending violence against women and girls.
As a Refuge Worker, you will support women through crisis, providing keywork sessions, safety planning, and advocacy. You will assist with accessing housing, welfare, legal support, and other essential services while maintaining accurate case records. You will also play a vital role in ensuring the effective operation of the refuge, managing referrals, and working collaboratively with partner agencies. The ideal candidate will be a compassionate and resilient individual with strong communication and organisational skills. While experience in the Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) sector is beneficial, we also welcome applications from those with transferable skills and a commitment to supporting survivors. Above all, we value individuals who are dedicated to making a difference, thrive in an inclusive environment, and are committed to their own personal development while supporting others.
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause while developing valuable frontline support and advocacy experience. Refuge offers ongoing training, professional development, and a comprehensive benefits package, ensuring that our staff are valued and supported in their roles. If you are passionate about empowering survivors and want to be part of a dedicated, compassionate organisation, we encourage you to apply.
Closing Date: 09:00am 1 December 2025
Interview Date: 11 and 12 December 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Location: Barnet
Salary:Unqualified: £28,255 - £29,913 per annum
Qualified: £29,923 - £32,623 per annum (with an accredited VAWG /domestic abuse qualification)
(Please note that applicants are usually appointed at the bottom of the relevant band)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Fixed Term Contract (Until 31st March 2027)
Closing Date: Thursday 27th November 2025
Closing Time: 00:00am
Are you looking for a rewarding role working for an intersectional feminist organisation? If so, we have an incredible opportunity for you to join our team as an Refuge Case Worker at Solace Women's Aid.
You will be joining a team of committed and inspiring individuals whose dedication has saved the lives of thousands of women, men and children in the capital. We are looking for friendly and diligent individuals to join our services and help us make a difference.
Our core values reflect our history and were developed in consultation with staff and service users. Feminism and intersectionality are key to our work and we are committed to the principles of being survivor-led, trauma-informed, empowering, diverse, anti-racist and anti-discriminatory.
About the Service
Barnet Refuge Service provide emergency accommodation to women and children fleeing domestic abuse and sexual violence. Refuge Case Workers provide emotional and practical support this can include housing support, legal options, reporting to the police, help around child contact, benefits, financial advice and accessing therapeutic support services.
About the Role
You will provide advice and support to women who have experienced domestic abuse in a refuge setting working across two sites. You will carry out risk and needs assessments, develop support plans and carry out key work with women survivors. You should have a minimum of two years’ experience of working with this or a similar client group. An in depth understanding of the needs of women and children from a diverse background is essential.
About You
The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of domestic abuse and its impact on women and their children, as well as experience of providing emotional and practical support to victims of domestic and sexual violence.
You will have experience of managing risk and following case management procedures to meet the needs of the client group, and the ability to work with women to help them to understand their needs, risk assess, develop safety plan and support them in linking with other agencies.
You will have a working knowledge of the available legal remedies, housing and welfare benefits, as well as experience of providing workshops.
In addition to case management you will be required to undertake housing management responsibilities including health and safety and maintenance of the refuges. You will have excellent administrative and time management skills.
What we can offer you
We provide a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees, including:
- Flexible working
- Focus on learning and development (internal career progression and training)
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Employer pension contribution
- Family-friendly leave and enhanced maternity pay
- Access to Inclusion Networks
- Daily clinical debriefing
- Employee Assistance Programme providing free 24/7 support and advice
- Employee Benefits Platform offering staff discounts, benefits and savings
- Flow & Restore yoga classes
- Meditation sessions
- Cycle to Work Scheme
How to apply
When applying for this role, kindly highlight in your Supporting Statement how your values, knowledge, transferrable skills, and experience align with each point within the following sections of the Job Profile Document:
- Values, Behaviours & Competencies
- Knowledge, Experience and Skills
Solace Women's Aid values diversity, promotes equity, and challenges discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, abilities, perspectives, and lived experiences. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay, and benefits. Our Inclusion Networks support staff with protected characteristics and offer inclusive spaces to connect.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We anticipate and provide reasonable adjustments as needed and support employees who acquire a disability or long-term health condition, enabling them to stay in work.
This service is run by women for women and is therefore restricted to female applicants under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, and Part 1. Section 7(2) e of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 apply. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.
As part of safer recruitment practices, we carry out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and right to work in the UK checks.
No agencies.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Location: MK Act Office, Milton Keynes
Hours: 22 per week
Salary: £15,398.24
Contract: Permanent
Reporting to: Refuge Deputy Manager
Closing Date: 4.11.2025
About Us
MK Act is a long-established domestic abuse charity with over 50 years’ experience supporting individuals and families across Milton Keynes. We provide safety, refuge, advocacy and long-term support, helping survivors rebuild their lives with dignity and stability.
We are seeking a compassionate Family Support Worker to join our refuge team. You will provide day-to-day support to residents, complete assessments, develop support plans and promote a safe, stable and recovery-focused environment. This role suits someone empathetic, organised and committed to trauma-informed practice.
Why Join Us?
- Make a meaningful impact for survivors and their children
- Supportive, specialist team environment
- Professional development and training opportunities
- 25 days’ annual leave (pro rata) + bank holidays
- Additional paid birthday leave
- Free annual eye test
- Opportunity to grow within an expanding charity
Key Responsibilities
Client Support
- Complete assessments of need and risk.
- Provide keyworking, safety planning and practical advice.
- Develop and review support plans using the Empowerment Star.
- Maintain accurate case notes and support Housing Benefit paperwork.
- Identify safeguarding concerns and escalate appropriately.
- Support access to programmes and deliver activities for residents.
- Respond to referrals for refuge accommodation.
Partnership Work
- Work with social care, health and other agencies to support safety and wellbeing.
- Advocate for survivors in multi-agency meetings.
- Build positive working relationships with external partners.
General Duties
- Contribute to monitoring and reporting.
- Participate in the 24-hour on-call rota.
- Report repairs, liaise with contractors and support void management.
- Support volunteers within the service.
- Attend required training, supervision and meetings.
- Ensure compliance with data protection, safeguarding and organisational procedures.
About You
You will thrive in this role if you are empathetic, organised and confident supporting residents with a range of practical and emotional needs.
Essential
- Knowledge of domestic abuse and its impact on survivors and children.
- Understanding of risk, safeguarding and support planning.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work with multiple agencies.
- Experience supporting survivors or vulnerable individuals.
- Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
- Strong record-keeping and IT skills.
Desirable
- Experience in refuge, domestic abuse or crisis-support environments.
- Experience completing assessments or working with statutory/voluntary agencies.
- Understanding of the Empowerment Star.
- Relevant domestic abuse training or willingness to undertake training.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Project Worker – Mockingbird Programme
We are seeking a confident communicator and skilled relationship builder to support the delivery of the Mockingbird programme across the UK.
Salary: £32,480 to £37,555 plus London weighting if eligible
Location: Home based in East England or East London, with regular UK travel
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: 4 December 2025
Interview date: 17 December 2025 (in London)
This role focuses on helping fostering services understand, implement and sustain the Mockingbird model. You will make a real impact on the lives of foster families and children by supporting stronger, more resilient communities within fostering.
The role is home based, however applicants must live in the East England or East London area. Regular travel and occasional overnight stays across the UK will be required.
About the role
The Mockingbird programme is an evidence based model that creates sustainable foster care through the power of community. You will join a team of dedicated project workers who provide guidance, training and ongoing support to fostering services taking part in the programme.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing ongoing coaching, guidance and quality assurance to delivery partners across the UK
- Supporting training and learning, both online and in person
- Building and maintaining strong working relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders
- Contributing to the development of training and quality assurance tools
- Supporting national programme events and activities
- Managing project administration, planning and reporting
About you
This role suits someone who is confident presenting, supporting others and managing a busy workload with competing deadlines. The work is varied, meaningful and directly linked to improving outcomes for foster families and young people.
We are keen to hear from people who can demonstrate:
- Experience providing support, coaching or training to staff or customers
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- The ability to manage sensitive situations with professionalism
- Confidence using online communication tools including Microsoft Teams
- Strong organisation and planning skills
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Comfort with regular travel and occasional evening or weekend work when required
- Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
It would be an advantage if you have knowledge of foster care or children’s services, although this is not essential.
About the organisation
You will be part of a passionate UK wide team working to improve the experiences of foster families and young people. The organisation works collaboratively with local authority fostering services, independent fostering providers, foster carers and stakeholders across the sector, leading national change and delivering lasting impact.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Project Coordinator, Youth Services Project Worker, Training and Development Officer, Family Support Worker, Participation Worker, Practice Support Officer, Programme Coordinator.
CVs are not accepted for this role. If you would like to apply you will be redirected to our client’s site and asked to complete an application form and covering email outlining why this role interests you.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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Housing Support Worker
We are seeking committed and compassionate Housing Support Workers to help people build stability, independence and brighter futures.
Position: Housing Support Worker
Salary: £24,335 rising incrementally to Point 6, £24,968
Location: Three sites across the organisation – Southend
Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week – Hours will be within a 8 week rolling rota Monday – Sunday with shifts starting at 8am and the latest finishing at 9pm,
Contract: Permanent
Posts available: 4
Closing date: 12th December 2025
About the Role
You’ll play a key part in supporting individuals affected by homelessness to achieve stability and independence. Working as part of a supportive team, you’ll help residents settle into a safe home environment, navigate challenges, and build the skills they need for long term success.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing practical advice, information and support across areas such as tenancy sustainment, benefits, wellbeing, daily living skills and community engagement
- Supporting people to improve mental health, manage physical health needs and access medical, dental or specialist services
- Building positive, respectful relationships with residents based on trust and understanding
- Managing a caseload, completing assessments, support plans and reviews
- Ensuring properties are safe, welcoming and well maintained, following all health and safety procedures
- Helping residents retain accommodation, avoid eviction and prepare for move on
- Encouraging people experiencing substance misuse issues to engage with appropriate support
- Assisting with group activities that promote wellbeing and life skills
- Maintaining accurate, up to date case files and records
- Supporting colleagues with evening and weekend cover as part of a rota
- Promoting inclusive, anti-oppressive practice in all areas of work
- Working collaboratively with partner agencies and supporting press and fundraising activity when required
- Ensuring timely Housing Benefit claims and service charge collection
About You
You’ll bring empathy, resilience and a genuine commitment to supporting people who have experienced homelessness. You’ll be someone who stays calm under pressure and can balance practical problem solving with person centred support.
Essential skills and attributes:
- Patience, politeness and strong self control
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and bank holidays as part of a rota
Desirable experience and skills:
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Health and Social Care, Housing, IAG or a related area
- Understanding of the issues affecting people experiencing homelessness
- Experience delivering face to face or remote support to the public
- Ability to manage challenging situations confidently
- Comfortable using email, internet and database systems
- Able to work independently and as part of a wider team
About the Charity
You’ll be joining a dedicated team committed to helping people build safer, healthier and more independent lives. The organisation provides high quality supported housing and works collaboratively with partners to deliver services that genuinely change outcomes for people affected by homelessness.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Support Worker, Housing Officer, Homelessness Support Worker, Tenancy Support Worker, Wellbeing Support Worker, Outreach Support Worker, Recovery Worker, Resettlement Worker. #INDSCP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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About Carers Bucks
At Carers Bucks we are committed to making a lasting and positive difference in the lives of unpaid carers across Buckinghamshire - from children as young as five, to adults supporting loved ones, through physical or mental illness, frailty, disability or addiction. We understand that caring can impact a person’s health, wellbeing and future opportunities and we are here to change that.
Our vision is that every unpaid carer in Buckinghamshire feels recognised, respected and supported in their role – so they can access the right support, at the right time, in a way that works for them – regardless of age, circumstance and cultural or socio-economic background.
Our team is at the heart of everything we do. We foster a positive, supportive working culture where wellbeing matters, and professional development is encouraged and celebrated.
Our values reflect our core principles and culture. They guide how we engage with service users and how we work as a team. We are
Kind
We understand the challenges carers face. With real compassion and empathy we are able to build confidence and resilience in both carers and colleagues.
Inclusive
We adapt our services to meet the diverse needs of all carers, making sure they feel seen, supported and empowered in their role.
Collaborative
We work together – with carers, partners and one another – to listen, learn and improve outcomes.
Innovative
We are curious to find better ways to support carers. We are open to new ideas and committed to improving what we do.
Reliable
We are informed, trustworthy and confidential. We do what we say we will - every time.
As a trusted local charity with over 20 years’ experience, we are continually evolving to meet carer’s needs and improve access to support.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced, motivated and highly organised Support Worker to join our dedicated Young Carers Service team. Our team of support workers focus on supporting young carers throughout their caring journey, ensuring they feel understood, valued and empowered whilst also providing the opportunities and practical support the young people need to thrive and continue their caring role.
As a Support Worker you will be responsible for assessing the needs of young carers and ensuring they receive appropriate support through Carers Bucks services or other local agencies. The role includes engaging in one-to-one support, delivering targeted group sessions and facilitating clubs and activities. Support Workers will identify and engage young carers through partnerships with schools, health and social care and VCSE communities.
Your role will be a mixture of working in the community, from home and in our Aylesbury office. Your principal geographic area will be South Bucks.
Key Responsibilities These include but are not limited to:
1. Operational Coordination and Planning
· Receive referrals and undertake YC assessments in your geographical area. Allocate young people to the appropriate level of support they require to fulfil their caring role.
· Provide planned and time limited one to one support for carers with clear outcomes, using tools such as ‘my life now’ to measure impact of support.
2. Service Delivery and Quality
· Deliver group programmes in response to the needs in your local geographical area, whilst working to available resources.
· Work with staff and volunteers to deliver regular clubs and activities which provide young carers with the opportunity to have time away from their caring role.
3. People and Team Development
· Build a strong relationship with young carers and families in your geographical area and work with the Young Adult Carer Support worker to transition them through services.
· Work effectively as part of a high performing team to ensure that needs of carers are met.
4. Safeguarding and Inclusion
· Have a strong understanding of how to receive, respond to and record safeguarding concerns and escalate to a line manager in a timely manner.
· Demonstrate a strong commitment to implementing and upholding Carers Bucks’ safeguarding policy in everyday practice.
5. Partnerships and Representation
· Provide support to schools in a geographical area to run young carers groups, targeted support sessions or drop in’s.
· Collaborate with the Adult Carers team and partner organisations to further support carers and make referrals to appropriate services accordingly.
6. Performance, Data and Reporting
· Maintain accurate and up to date records on all aspects of work carried out for monitoring and evaluation purposes.
· Produce case study summaries to evidence the impact and outcomes of work, in line with requests from the line manager.
About you
Qualifications and Experience
· Background in youth work, education, social care or the voluntary sector.
· Experience of working directly with young people and/or unpaid carers.
· Experience providing information, advice and guidance to young people and their families.
Knowledge and Understanding
· Strong understanding of young people’s development and the challenges faced by young carers.
· Strong understanding of safeguarding principles and demonstrated experience in implementing effective safeguarding practices to protect individuals.
· Understanding of how compassion, collaboration and reliability build trust and improve outcomes for carers.
Skills and Competencies
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, adaptable across audiences.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload.
- Competent IT user with experience of standard office packages and electronic record systems.
Personal Attributes
- Commitment to the values and ethos of Carers Bucks.
- Full UK driving license and access to own vehicle (travel across Bucks required.)
- Willingness to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends. Candidates will typically work Thursday evenings until 7pm (usually two times per month). TOIL will be provided for out-of-hours working.
Why join us?
We have recently published our one-year strategy, guiding us through the next phase of our development, ensuring our services are embedded with partners in the community and strengthening the way we work, both with our adult team and with volunteers.
By becoming part of our team, you will:
- Make a lasting impact: Your work will directly support unpaid Young Carers and Young Adult Carers, helping to reduce isolation, promote wellbeing and improve access to support.
- Be part of a supportive, passionate team: You will collaborate with dedicated colleagues who are committed to making a difference and supporting one another.
- Access opportunities for growth: We will support your professional development with training, learning opportunities, and the chance to shape a growing area of work.
- Enjoy flexibility and balance: We offer flexible working arrangements.
If you are seeking a role where your contributions are recognised, your work drives real impact and you can help shape something meaningful, we would love to connect with you.
Employee Benefits Include:
· 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (increases with length of service)
· 3x Christmas Closure Days
· Up to 5 days paid Carers Leave
· Regular training and development opportunities
Diversity and Inclusion
We want our services to be representative of the community we serve. We are proud of the diversity within Buckinghamshire and particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups.
How to apply
Please submit a CV and covering letter via our online portal. Successful candidates will be invited to a first interview by 24th November 2025.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer. If you require any adjustments to the interview process or would like to discuss your access needs in advance, please let us know by emailing us (email address available on our online portal)- we will do our best to accommodate you.
Benefits
25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (increases with length of service)
3x Christmas Closure Days
Up to 5 days paid Carers Leave
Regular training and development opportunities
Registered Charity
21 - 50
At Carers Bucks we are committed to making a lasting and positive difference in the lives of unpaid carers across Buckinghamshire.
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At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Support Worker to play a pivotal role in our Lewisham Mental Health Accommodation.
Sounds great, what will I be doing?
In this role, you will engage service users in regular, comprehensive assessments and collaboratively develop person-centred support and safety plans. Working closely with the Service Manager and Team Manager, you will assess referrals, create and review support plans, safety management strategies, and move-on plans in partnership with service users. You will build strong relationships with external agencies, families, carers, and other key supporters to ensure holistic recovery plans. The position involves promoting social inclusion by enabling participation in activities and skills development opportunities, as well as advising on access to health services, education, training, and employment in conjunction with specialist workers.
You will help maintain a safe and recovery-focused environment through health and safety checks and follow-up on repairs, while supporting adherence to occupancy agreements, including rent payments. Flexibility is ke
y, as you will work as part of a team to ensure service coverage and contractual obligations, including participation in a rota. Additionally, you will assess carers' needs and signpost them to appropriate services.
What do I need to bring with me?
You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong influencing and negotiation skills, with the ability to convince and persuade others effectively. They will use collaborative and adaptable interpersonal approaches when working with colleagues and stakeholders, operating professionally and ethically to gain trust and respect. Excellent IT and digital skills are essential, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications: composing bids and reports in Word, creating and managing spreadsheets in Excel, preparing presentations in PowerPoint, and managing emails and calendars in Outlook. Additionally, the role requires the ability to maintain and develop the contracts database in collaboration with IT colleagues.
Interview Steps
We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.
Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.
We are a disability confident employer
Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.
Safeguarding Statement
Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.
Important Information for Candidates
If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.
We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
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We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Support Worker to join our Mental Health Social Care Service in Ealing.
£28,808.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week.
Want to feel like you're making a difference? You'll feel at home here.
Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.
Our benefits include:
Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
Free DBS
Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card
Fully paid induction programme and further training
ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes
Cycle to work scheme
Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support
Online wellbeing resources
A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply)
Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.
Oaklands & St Kilda's is made up of two newly refurbished six-bedroom homes, located close to each other in Ealing, West London. We work with up to 12 young people at a time, providing a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment. Many of the young people joining us are moving on from hospital, stepping down from more intensive placements, or transitioning from Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services to Adult services.
Our team delivers 24-hour trauma-informed and psychologically informed support. You'll play a key role in helping each young person shape their own support and service experience. Everyone receives a bespoke welcome pack and is encouraged to personalise their living space, helping them feel at home from day one.
We place a strong emphasis on participation and co-production. Young people are encouraged to make decisions about their care, engage in partnership meetings, and take part in activities that build skills and confidence - whether that's cooking, budgeting, managing medication, or accessing education and work opportunities.
As a Support Worker, you'll provide direct, day-to-day support to young people, helping them develop essential life skills, manage their mental health, and build independence. You'll assist with practical tasks such as meal preparation, budgeting, attending appointments, and maintaining a healthy routine. You will encourage participation in social, vocational and community activities, and help young people feel comfortable and confident in their environment.
The Support Worker role involves early shifts (7:30 - 15:30/8:00 - 16:00) and late shifts (14:00 - 22:00) throughout the week, including some weekends each month.
What you'll bring:
Essential:
Up to NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent, or experience supporting young people or individuals experiencing mental health challenges.
Desirable:
Experience working in complex mental health environments, supported accommodation, or similar settings.
Understanding of trauma-informed and psychologically informed approaches.
Experience supporting people to develop independent living skills.
About us:
Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.
We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:
We focus on Excellence and innovation.
We are Caring and Compassionate.
We are Inclusive and Trusted.
We work in Partnership and are One-Team.
Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.
Thank you!
About the role:
As a Floating Support Worker in Redbridge, you will play a vital role in helping people maintain their homes, gain confidence, and build independent lives. You will work closely with clients to understand their goals, strengths, and challenges, turning these into practical, personalised support plans. On any given day, this could involve helping someone manage their tenancy, access healthcare or benefits, improve their budgeting skills, or connect with local services and community activities. Your work will directly contribute to preventing tenancy breakdowns, improving wellbeing, and supporting clients to take positive steps forward in their lives.
You will be part of a supportive, collaborative team that works closely with colleagues across Single Homeless Project (SHP) and partner agencies. This means joining forces to ensure that each person receives consistent, joined-up support, while sharing skills, learning from each other, and contributing ideas to make services more effective. Your role will also include carrying a flexible caseload, completing assessments and action plans, reviewing progress, and responding to risks and changing needs in a timely and professional way.
This role offers real opportunities for professional development and career growth. You will gain hands-on experience across a range of complex needs, strengthen your knowledge of housing and support services, and develop your skills in risk management, partnership working, and personalised care planning. If you are motivated by making a tangible difference, enjoy problem-solving, and want to be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking team, this role offers the chance to grow your career while transforming the lives of the people you support.
About you:
- You are passionate about helping people maintain their homes and build independent, fulfilling lives.
- You have experience supporting people experiencing multiple disadvantage and can create practical, personalised action plans.
- You build positive, trusting relationships and motivate people to take positive steps forward.
- You are confident managing a caseload, assessing risks, and responding effectively to changing situations.
- You are committed to your own professional growth and eager to develop your skills in housing support and care planning.
About us:
Single Homeless Project is a London-wide charity. Our vision is of a society where everyone has a place to call home and the chance to live a fulfilling life.
We help single Londoners by preventing homelessness, providing support and accommodation, promoting wellbeing, enhancing opportunity, and being a voice for change. From supporting people in crisis to helping people take the final steps towards independence and employment, we make a difference to 10,000 lives every year across all 32 boroughs.
We offer you more than a job; we offer you a chance to be part of a compassionate, driven team that's committed to making a real difference in people's lives. You'll have the opportunity to lead, co-create, and inspire change while enjoying a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.
Join us in creating a brighter, more hopeful future for individuals in need.
Important info:
Closing Date: Sunday 30th November at midnight
Interview Date: Tuesday 9th and Wednesday 10th December online via Microsoft Teams
This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed (by SHP) for the successful applicant.
Please note applications are reviewed for AI use in application questions. Applications requiring sponsorship or with insufficient right to work will not be accepted or progressed.
Registered Charity
501 - 1000
Preventing homelessness, transforming lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Peer Support Worker to play a pivotal role in our Mental Health and Complex Needs Service at Coxley House.
Sounds great, what will I be doing?
The main purpose of the role is to provide excellent quality support and interventions to clients with mental health needs who require early intervention and prevention support . You will support clients throughout their time in service and empower them with the skills to cope independently. You will carry out support and interventions in line with organisational values and the ethos of recovery and co-production, as well as in line with policies and procedures
What do I need to bring with me?
You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.
Here's what the team will be looking for:
The ideal candidate will have lived experience of mental health care pathways, including emergency department attendance, acute admissions, and engagement with community mental health services. They will demonstrate a strong understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with diverse mental health conditions and be able to communicate effectively while providing compassionate, respectful support. The ability to rapidly build and maintain trusting relationships with service users, carers, peer workers, and professionals is essential. Candidates must possess excellent listening and verbal communication skills to engage appropriately with individuals in crisis and collaborate with statutory and voluntary agencies, both face-to-face and over the phone. A good knowledge of local mental health recovery tools, wellbeing resources, and support services is required, along with the ability to assess needs, risks, and aspirations and provide accurate and empathetic signposting to appropriate services.
Interview Steps
We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.
- Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
- Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.
Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.
We are a disability confident employer
Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.
Safeguarding Statement
Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.
Registered Charity
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We deliver services across London as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our small but growing community organisation, comprising nine paid staff and a network of 50 volunteers. If you have a passion for helping those in need, and are a speaker of English plus either Polish or another Eastern European language, this could be the perfect role for you.
As an A10 Project Worker, you will offer advice and support to our service users from EU A10 countries, including Polish speakers, on a range of presenting needs that have led to their homelessness, including but not limited to housing advice, EU Settled Status matters, benefit enquiries and health-related matters.
Working with people to identify support needs, providing opportunities for access to specialist physical and mental health support, access training, gain employment and create sustainable futures is at the centre of what we aim to deliver.
Faith in Action Merton Homelessness Project (FIA) has been serving the Merton community for over 20 years. We offer a twice-weekly Drop-In for the homeless and vulnerably housed in the London Borough of Merton. On Wednesdays and Fridays throughout the year, we offer advice and support on a range of homelessness issues.
We provide a safe space where those in our community who are struggling to get by are welcomed, provided with breakfast, hot drinks, a two-course cooked lunch, the chance to take a shower and do their laundry, charge their phone, and access laptops to connect with family or look for work.
In 2022, FIA merged with the Merton Winter Night Shelter (WNS), which provides 14 emergency bed spaces to homeless adults for 16 weeks of the year. FIA's Trustees have overall responsibility for the WNS, with its day-to-day operation overseen by a dedicated WNS team.
Please see the attached job description and person specification for further information.
This post will require an Enhanced DBS check for the successful applicant.
To apply, post a CV and covering letter on the Charity Job portal. CVs sent without a covering letter will not be accepted.
The deadline for applications is 11:59 pm on Friday, 28th November 2025.
Interview dates tbd, but likely to be in the week commencing 1st December 2025
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We're looking for a kind, confident and compassionate Support Worker to join our Mental health Services in Slough.
£26,208.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week.
Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here.
Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.
Our benefits include:
* Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
* Free DBS
* Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card
* Fully paid induction programme and further training
* ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support
* Online wellbeing resources
* A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply)
* Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.
To enable vulnerable people with mental health needs to maximise independent living skills and opportunities for social inclusion as wells as manage their tenancies.
The working pattern is as is at follows:
Day support worker
Early shift 07:00 - 15:00
Late shift 13:30 - 21:30
What you'll do:
This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead.
- Undertake key-working responsibilities for a caseload assigned by the Team Leader/ Manager
- Undertake initial and continuous assessment of needs and potential risks and agree levels of support and actions
- Create support/action plans for providing appropriate services based on the assessment and reflecting the services and resources available
- Support customers to undertake all domestic tasks wherever possible, including practical assistance where they have not yet developed the skills, to ensure customers enjoy a high quality of accommodation
- Support individuals to manage their prescribed medication
This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead
About you:
? Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement
? Approachable and open behaviour
? Prefers working as part of a group or team but is able to work independently
? Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement
? Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organised
? Flexible
? Takes the initiative to support colleagues if needed
What you'll bring:
Essential:
- NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent or experience in the social care/charity sector
- Practical understanding of mental health conditions and how they impact the life of those affected by them
- Excellent communication skills including a good command of spoken and written English in both formal and informal contexts
- Demonstrable ability to build positive professional relationships
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Good command of MS Office, ability to use computer and learn new systems
Desirable:
- Experience working in mental health
- Experience working in supported living schemes
- Experience dealing with challenging behaviours
About us:
Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.
We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:
We focus on Excellence and innovation.
We are Caring and Compassionate.
We are Inclusive and Trusted.
We work in Partnership and are One-Team.
Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.
Please see our website for full Job description
Thank you!
Location: Pan-London/Camden
(Various Sites across Greater London which will mean commuting on a regular basis as not all roles are hybrid working. However, placements do take travel into consideration)
Salary:£31,531 - £33,696 per annum
(Please note that applicants are usually appointed at the bottom of the relevant band)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
(Flexibility considered. This also includes a rota basis and weekend and evening cover/placement)
Contract: Fixed Term Contract (12 months)
Closing Date: Monday 1st December 2025
Closing Time: 00:00am
Interview Date: Wednesday 10th December 2025
Are you looking for a rewarding role working for an intersectional feminist organisation? If so, we have an incredible opportunity for you to join our team as an Domestic Abuse Crisis Intervention Worker at Solace Women's Aid.
You will be joining a team of committed and inspiring individuals whose dedication has saved the lives of thousands of women, men and children in the capital. We are looking for friendly and diligent individuals to join our services and help us make a difference.
Our core values reflect our history and were developed in consultation with staff and service users. Feminism and intersectionality are key to our work and we are committed to the principles of being survivor-led, trauma-informed, empowering, diverse, anti-racist and anti-discriminatory.
About the Service
Our Peripatetic Team provide front-line support to Solace’s Advice, Community and Accommodation-based Services across London. Crisis Intervention Workers enable our services to deliver a consistent high standard of service.
The team was created in order to have trained, skilled staff ready to cover gaps in service and facilitate the continued smooth running of services, proactively supporting women and children who have experienced domestic abuse. They are required to go into different teams and quickly establish themselves and provide support in times where staff teams may be struggling.
About the Role
In all services, peri workers provide nonjudgmental, confidential, and psychologically informed support to survivors of domestic and sexual abuse. Typical tasks include risk assessment, safety planning, and working with survivors to develop individual support plans. Other roles require house management, outreach and health and safety tasks.
Peri workers have the opportunity to work in a variety of roles across Solace’s services. Working across departments offers peri workers the ability to continually develop their knowledge, casework skills, advocacy skills, multi-agency working, and ability to manage and thrive in a changing environment.
The role will involve commuting to sites across London, and although hybrid working may be available in some projects it is not possible for all. Travel is taken into consideration when confirming placements, however you should be prepared for longer commutes.
This role in certain placements will require you to work a rota including weekend hours between 8am – 8pm.
About You
The Peripatetic Team is dynamic – our colleagues bring a wide range of transferrable skills and different experiences to the team that informs our practice and work with survivors.
The Peripatetic Team is looking for passionate advocates who understand the importance of working in a psychologically informed way with both survivors and colleagues, who are willing to continuously learn and develop their skills, and who understand intersectionality and the impacts violence against women and girls can have on women with intersecting identities. While prior experience of working with survivors of abuse is desirable, it is not a requirement and if you have transferrable skills and a passion for supporting women and children then we would love to hear from you.
You will be a great fit in the Peri Team if you embrace change, have a growth mindset, and are comfortable working independently. Although peri workers are dispersed across different services, the team offers regular opportunities to connect with fellow peri colleagues.
What we can offer you
We provide a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees, including:
- Flexible working
- Focus on learning and development (internal career progression and training)
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Employer pension contribution
- Family-friendly leave and enhanced maternity pay
- Access to Inclusion Networks
- Daily clinical debriefing
- Employee Assistance Programme providing free 24/7 support and advice
- Employee Benefits Platform offering staff discounts, benefits and savings
- Flow & Restore yoga classes
- Meditation sessions
- Cycle to Work Scheme
How to apply
When applying for this role, kindly highlight in your Supporting Statement how your values, knowledge, transferrable skills, and experience align with each point within the following sections of the Job Profile Document:
- Values, Behaviours & Competencies
- Knowledge, Experience and Skills
Solace Women's Aid values diversity, promotes equity, and challenges discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, abilities, perspectives, and lived experiences. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay, and benefits. Our Inclusion Networks support staff with protected characteristics and offer inclusive spaces to connect.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We anticipate and provide reasonable adjustments as needed and support employees who acquire a disability or long-term health condition, enabling them to stay in work.
This service is run by women for women and is therefore restricted to female applicants under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, and Part 1. Section 7(2) e of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 apply. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.
As part of safer recruitment practices, we carry out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and right to work in the UK checks.
No agencies.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.