Weekend Support Worker

Nelson Trust; Gloucestershire Science & Technology Park; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Gloucestershire is seeking a Weekend Support Worker for their Women's Service. The role involves engaging with clients, coordinating activities, and ensuring their wellbeing on weekends. The ideal candidate is dedicated to making a positive impact and is committed to diversity and inclusion. A fulfilling opportunity with training, a generous pension, and a positive working environment awaits you.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and development programme

Generous pension scheme

Positive working environment

Qualifications

• Dedicated professional committed to supporting individuals in recovery.
• Ability to engage with clients and coordinate activities effectively.
• Understanding of the importance of diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients, providing support and motivation.
• Coordinate weekend activities and oversee client visits.
• Ensure safety and wellbeing of clients during weekends.

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Weekend Support Worker – Residential Services (Women's Service)

Salary: From £23,500 per annum pro rata

Location: Brimscombe, Stroud

Hours: 16 hours, 8am to 4.30pm, alternate weekends on a fixed rota

Pension: Auto enrolment pension (6% employer contribution)

About us

Established in 1985, The Nelson Trust has been at the forefront of providing transformative support to individuals affected by addiction. Through kindness, belief, determination and sharing our expertise, we aim to provide the very best client experience possible. Our team is driven by a shared commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of our clients. We strive to create an environment where individuals feel valued, supported, and empowered.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients, providing them with the support and motivation they need to navigate their recovery journey.
• Coordinate weekend activities, oversee client visits, and collaborate with colleagues to ensure effective coverage and support.
• Play a vital role in continuing the treatment program for our clients; be approachable, supportive and responsive.
• Ensure the safety, support, and wellbeing of clients during weekends.

Requirements / Qualifications

We are looking for a dedicated professional who is looking for an opportunity to undertake a fulfilling role making a real difference to peoples lives.

We have become known for the quality of our work and ability to provide bespoke care and support services. While we are proud of our achievements so far, we are ambitious and want to continue to grow and diversify our workforce.

Diversity and Inclusion

We recognise that employees from different backgrounds bring unique knowledge, perspectives and experiences and we are committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from individuals across all sectors of society.

Benefits and training

This is an opportunity for new, challenging and highly rewarding experiences. Our staff make a real difference to people’s lives and in return for your commitment and enthusiasm, we offer a comprehensive training and development programme, a generous pension scheme and a positive working environment.

This role is restricted to female applicants only in accordance with the provisions of the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1.

This position will close once a suitable candidate has been appointed.