Welfare Support Officer (Chickerell Camp, Dorest)
Posted By:
Jack Mohan
Salary:
£15.46 per hour
Location:
Chickerell
Job Type:
Full-time
Category:
Welfare Support
Central Employment is working with a national organisation highly regarded for its ability to provide high-quality care, support, and housing to vulnerable groups across the UK. We are partnering with this client as they take on a large contract from the UK Government for 6 months. Due to the length of the contract, this is a temporary position with potential for extension.
About the Role: Join the dynamic team as they embark on an exciting journey, supporting individuals and families under a Central Government contract. We are currently recruiting Welfare Support Officers to ensure the provision of exceptional care and safeguarding for vulnerable families. This role demands cultural sensitivity, empathy, and a commitment to delivering outstanding service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide practical and emotional support to service users, addressing safeguarding and welfare concerns.
- Monitor the well-being and support needs of service users, ensuring accurate record-keeping for audit purposes.
- Maintain professional boundaries and resilience to meet the diverse needs of service users effectively.
Role Criteria:
- Essential experience working with vulnerable and/or diverse client groups.
- Proficient understanding of safeguarding principles.
- Prior experience in handling mental health and/or challenging behaviour cases.
- Excellent communication skills with colleagues, local authorities, and service users.
- Demonstrated traits of supportiveness, trustworthiness, approachability, and empathy.
- Possession of a full UK driving license.
- DBS will be conducted before starting.
Location: Chickerell Rd, Chickerell, Weymouth DT3 4DG
Pay Rate: £15.46 per hour, with an additional £250 for a rotated weekend or night shift once per 4-week period.
Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Join Us: If you are passionate about making a positive impact on vulnerable individuals and families, we want to hear from you. Apply now to become a part of our dedicated team committed to delivering excellence in welfare support.
