Specialist Support Worker

Posted 16 July 2025
Salary £26,052 per year
LocationSwindon
Discipline Housing
Reference119837
Contact NameAndrew Golder

Job description

We are currently working in partnership with a renowned Housing Association, who are looking to appoint a Specialist Support Workeron a permanentbasis. 

This will be a full-time position (37.5 hours a week)based in Swindon, with home-to-patch hybrid working and a salary of £26,052 per annum with opportunity for progression. 

The ideal candidate will have an enhanced DBS issued within the last three years and a full UK driving licence with access to their own vehicle. 

Duties will include (but are not limited to):  

  •  Facilitating outcome-focused, weekly one-to-one support sessionstailored to the individual needs of each survivor 

  • Operating within established professional boundaries, employing trauma-informed approaches and best practices 

  • Engaging in active listening to cultivate trust, safety, and rapport with survivors 

  • Supporting individuals presenting with complex needs and challenging behaviours, while assessing and managing associated risks 

  • Acting as a dedicated advocate, ensuring the voice and rights of survivors are represented and respected 

  • Fostering effective partnerships with external agencies and maintain clear, collaborative communication

  • Encouraging personal empowerment and autonomy, supporting survivors in making informed choices and achieving greater independence

  • Experience required:

    • Experience required as aSupport Worker

    • Experience working with customers within housing

    Rewards and Benefits:

    • Home-to-patch hybrid working

    Working hours:

    • 37.5 hours per week 

    • Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm 

    James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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