Job description
Location: Booth House, Swindon
Working hours: 40 hours per week, part time or job share may be considered
Contract: Permanent
Interview Date: Week Commencing 9th January 2023
Booth House is a Salvation Army Lifehouse and has 50 en-suite rooms accommodating men and women over the age of 18 who are experiencing homelessness. The Assistant Support Worker role is key to achieving successful outcomes with our client group.
As a motivated and dynamic Assistant Support Worker you will be responsible for developing and delivering an excellent administration support to Booth House and its clients. Many of the people we work with have complex needs including mental health related issues, drug and alcohol dependency and debt. We are looking for an experienced Assistant Support Worker who will be able to give advice and support to our clients.
You will need to be passionate about supporting people to make positive change in their lives, be confident working on your own and as part of a team, working with a range of different agencies and understand the needs of people who are homeless. The role involves regular daytime, evening and weekend work on a rota basis.
A driving licence is desirable for this post. All applicants will need to be in sympathy with the mission statement of The Salvation Army.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:
