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Central Recruitment is currently recruiting for Support Workers to work in various locations across London on an ad hoc basis.

We have work available in various shift patterns, including early, late, waking nights, and sleep-ins. Pay rates range from £16.59-£17.54 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay) depending on location.

In this position, candidates are expected to provide effective day to day shift cover that supports the aims of the project, safeguards the residents and provides effective support within a harm minimisation and strengths and recovery framework. You will provide an effective, high quality support service to men and women with complex and enduring needs in relation to homelessness, substance misuse and related issues (i.e. street activity, mental health).

To apply for this role, you must have at least 12 months paid experience of working with homeless adults who have a variety of additional needs including substance misuse or mental health needs.

In these positions, the candidates are expected to have the ability to cope with customers who display challenging behaviour, and an understanding of the risks associated with specific service user groups. You must also be able to work flexibly with clients who have a low level of engagement with the service.

Further requirements:

In order to register with Central Recruitment Services for temporary agency work, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Current valid right to work in the UK
• Minimum 12 months of paid experience in a front line social care role within the last 3 years (unless recruitment criteria states otherwise)
• A fully enhanced DBS registered on the DBS update service or willingness to apply for one through Central (at a cost of £60)
• Employment or education history to cover the last 5 years which can be verified through the referencing process

How to apply:

If you feel that you fully meet the above outlined criteria for this role and would like apply for this post, please forward your CV for consideration.

Please note the outlined experience is the 'minimum' first stage criteria, and we will therefore be unable to consider your application unless you are able to demonstrate a relevant work history in line with this position.

Support Worker Homelessness

Salary: £29,452.57 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week (full-time)
Contract: 2-3 months temp
Location: Bristol

About the Role:
We are looking for a committed and motivated Support Worker to join a dynamic team within a short-stay service that helps individuals move towards independent living. This service supports people to overcome barriers, build resilience, and achieve their long-term goals.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a tangible difference in people s lives. You will work directly with individuals facing homelessness and other complex needs, providing structured, person-centred support.

Working Pattern:
You will work on a 9-week rolling rota, covering early (07 30) and late shifts (13 30), including 3 weekends within each 9-week period.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver person-centred support, empowering individuals to progress on their recovery journey and achieve sustainable independence
• Build strong, therapeutic relationships using a psychologically informed and trauma-sensitive approach
• Facilitate client meetings and encourage active participation in decision-making
• Develop, implement, and regularly review individual support plans within required timeframes
• Work one-to-one with clients to achieve agreed goals and positive outcomes
• Ensure clients are supported to maximise benefits and manage personal finances in line with their plans
• Collaborate with colleagues to design and deliver effective in-house support programmes
• Coordinate and delegate tasks to assistant support workers to ensure support plans are carried out effectively
• Identify and refer to appropriate external services where additional support needs cannot be met internally
• Complete and review client assessments, including risk assessments, ensuring a safe and supportive environment

• It is essential that you have experience of working with individuals who have experienced homelessness or have been at high risk of homelessness.
• Knowledge of the challenges faced by individuals experiencing homelessness and vulnerability
• An understanding of psychologically informed environments and trauma-aware practice
• Confidence in decision-making and the ability to take initiative
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Competency in IT systems, including Microsoft Office applications

• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact
• Potential for permanent employment following the temporary contract
• Ongoing training and professional development

We are looking for compassionate, reliable, and experienced Support Workers to join our team supporting adults aged 18 and over with Learning Disabilities (LD) and Mental Health (MH) needs.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a positive difference in someone's life while supporting an individual who is highly independent and enjoys living an active and fulfilling life.

About the Role

You will provide person-centred support that promotes independence, choice, and wellbeing. The individual you will support is very independent and does not require personal care or physical interventions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting independence and daily living skills.
• Encouraging community engagement and social activities.
• Providing emotional support and promoting positive mental wellbeing.
• Assisting with appointments, shopping, and recreational activities where required.
• Maintaining accurate daily records and communicating effectively with the wider team.
• Promoting dignity, respect, and safeguarding at all times.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience supporting adults (18+) with Learning Disabilities and Mental Health needs is essential.
• A caring, patient, and positive attitude.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good written and verbal English.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends if required.

Please Note

• No personal care is required.
• No restraint or physical intervention is required.
• This role focuses on enabling independence, providing emotional support, and encouraging community participation.

We are looking for compassionate, reliable, and experienced Support Workers to join our team supporting adults aged 18 and over with Learning Disabilities (LD) and Mental Health (MH) needs.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a positive difference in someone's life while supporting an individual who is highly independent and enjoys living an active and fulfilling life.

About the Role

You will provide person-centred support that promotes independence, choice, and wellbeing. The individual you will support is very independent and does not require personal care or physical interventions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting independence and daily living skills.
• Encouraging community engagement and social activities.
• Providing emotional support and promoting positive mental wellbeing.
• Assisting with appointments, shopping, and recreational activities where required.
• Maintaining accurate daily records and communicating effectively with the wider team.
• Promoting dignity, respect, and safeguarding at all times.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience supporting adults (18+) with Learning Disabilities and Mental Health needs is essential.
• A caring, patient, and positive attitude.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good written and verbal English.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends if required.

Please Note

• No personal care is required.
• No restraint or physical intervention is required.
• This role focuses on enabling independence, providing emotional support, and encouraging community participation.

Location: Wolverhampton (Various Care Homes)
Pay Rate: 15.56 per hour
Shifts: Ad hoc shifts across weekdays, evenings, nights and weekends

Are you a compassionate, reliable individual looking for flexible work that genuinely changes lives? We are seeking dedicated Adult Support Workers to join our team on an ad hoc basis, supporting adults in a range of care home settings across Wolverhampton.

This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced care professionals who enjoy variety, flexibility, and the chance to make a positive impact every day.

As an Adult Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in helping residents live comfortably, safely, and with dignity. Your responsibilities may include:

• Providing person-centred care and support
• Assisting with daily living activities
• Promoting independence and wellbeing
• Offering emotional support and companionship
• Supporting residents with mobility and personal care needs
• Maintaining accurate records and reporting any concerns
• Working collaboratively with care teams to deliver high-quality care

• Previous experience working within adult care settings
• A caring, empathetic and patient nature
• An in date moving and handling certificate
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Reliability and flexibility to cover a variety of shifts
• A commitment to delivering outstanding care and support

• Competitive pay of 15.56 per hour
• Flexible ad hoc shifts to fit around your lifestyle
• Opportunities to work across a variety of care home settings
• Gain valuable experience and develop your skills
• Rewarding work where no two days are the same

If you're passionate about supporting others and want the flexibility to choose when you work, we'd love to hear from you.

Join our team and help make a real difference to the lives of adults across Wolverhampton.

Apply now to get started.

If you do not hear back within 5 days unfortunately your application has not been successful.

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We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

Job title: Young Persons Support Worker

Salary: 17-18 Umbrella per hour

Contract: Temporary to permanent

Hours: 37.5 per week - Monday to Sunday Shifts

The Role

We are recruiting for a compassionate and motivated Young Persons Support Worker to support vulnerable young people in developing the skills and confidence needed to live independently. You'll provide person-centred support, helping individuals sustain accommodation, access education, training and employment, and achieve positive outcomes. This role is based in Coventry and will require you to work on a shift pattern basis Monday through to Sunday.

Key Responsibilities as a Young Persons Support Worker

• Complete support, risk and needs assessments and develop personalised support plans.
• Deliver one-to-one and group support focused on independent living and life skills.
• Support young people to access education, employment, training, benefits and healthcare.
• Help sustain tenancies, manage rent, budgeting and household responsibilities.
• Work alongside external agencies to provide coordinated support.
• Maintain accurate records and participate in safeguarding and case reviews.
• Respond effectively to crisis situations and challenging behaviour.
• Assist with property inspections, health & safety checks and preparing accommodation where required.

About You

Essential:

• Experience supporting vulnerable young people in housing, youth work, social care or a similar setting.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, housing and welfare legislation.
• Excellent communication, organisational and relationship-building skills.

Desirable:

• Experience working within a Psychologically Informed Environment (PIE).
• Knowledge of mental health, substance misuse and homelessness.
• Experience supporting individuals with complex needs.

If you feel you meet the above criteria for Young Persons Support Worker based in Coventry please apply within. For more information please call (phone number removed).

Young People Support Worker
Housing Provider Supported Living
Hereford
Monday Friday 9:00am 5:00pm
Excellent Pay Rate
£13.71 PAYE OR £17.66 Umbrella

Are you passionate about supporting young people to achieve independence and reach their full potential?

Client Snapshot

An excellent opportunity has become available with a well-established housing provider delivering supported housing and tenancy sustainment services across the UK. With a large portfolio of supported living projects, my client provides high-quality housing management and support services to vulnerable individuals and young people.

Vacancy Brief

• Young People Support Officer vacancy
• Initially a 3-month interim contract with the potential for an extension.
• Full-time position 35 hours per week
• Monday to Friday, 9:00am 5:00pm
• £13.71 per hour PAYE or £17.66 per hour Umbrella
• Based in Hereford
• An Enhanced DBS covering both Child and Adult Workforce is required for this position
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential

The Role

You will be supporting young people living within supported accommodation, helping them develop the skills, confidence, and resilience required to move towards independent living.

Key Responsibilities

As a Young People Support Officer, you will:

• Support young people to develop independent living skills, including budgeting, managing household bills, maximising income, and accessing appropriate benefits and debt advice.
• Assist young people in securing and maintaining suitable accommodation and provide support where there is a risk of homelessness.
• Manage a caseload, carrying out assessments, developing support plans, and delivering tailored support interventions.
• Encourage engagement with education, training, employment, and volunteering opportunities.
• Support individuals to build positive relationships within their communities and address issues relating to anti-social behaviour or tenancy sustainment.
• Promote independence, wellbeing, and positive outcomes through person-centred support.

What We're Looking For

• Experience supporting young people, vulnerable adults, or individuals within supported housing services.
• Knowledge of homelessness, tenancy sustainment, housing management, or floating support services.
• Experience managing a caseload and maintaining accurate records.
• Strong communication, engagement, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Enhanced DBS (Child & Adult Workforce).

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Berkhamsted Permanent Part Time 32.5 Hours per Week

Please note: Peabody is not a licensed UK sponsor and cannot offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Make a Difference to Young People's Lives

Peabody is looking for a compassionate and motivated Support Worker to join our Young People's Services team. You'll support young people to live independently, build confidence, and thrive within their communities.

This rewarding role involves working with vulnerable young people, including those who may be socially excluded, disabled, unwell, young mothers, or experiencing homelessness.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred support to young people in supported housing.
• Complete needs assessments, risk assessments, and support plans.
• Support residents with daily living skills, including cooking, cleaning, shopping, and managing finances.
• Help young people develop confidence, independence, and life skills.
• Support individuals to access community services, sustain their accommodation, and explore future housing options.
• Work collaboratively with external agencies and key stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to safeguarding and support plans.
• Participate in team meetings and training.

About You

• Experience supporting vulnerable people in the community or supported living environments, either professionally or through volunteering.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
• Compassionate, empathetic, and committed to helping others succeed.
• Able to work independently, including lone working, and as part of a team.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and case management systems.
• Full driving licence and access to your own vehicle, as travel between schemes is required.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave (pro rata).
• Flexible benefits including healthcare, dental and retail discounts.
• Up to 10% pension contribution.
• 4x Life Assurance.
• Funded training and apprenticeship opportunities.
• Two paid volunteering days per year.
• Family-friendly policies and supportive team culture.

Important Information

• Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early application is encouraged.
• Selection process includes an in-person assessment centre with group and individual exercises.
• Assessment centre date: Thursday 3 September 2026.
• Location: Berkhamsted.
• Time: 9:30am to 1:00pm.
• Candidates must be available for the full assessment period.

If you're passionate about supporting young people to achieve independence and reach their potential, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your anonymised CV and supporting statement.

Support Worker - Young People's Services

Stevenage Full Time Supported Housing

Please note: Peabody is not a licensed UK sponsor and cannot offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Help Young People Build Independent Futures

Peabody is looking for a compassionate and motivated Support Worker to support young people aged 16-25 to develop the skills, confidence, and resilience needed to live independently.

Working with young people who may have experienced homelessness, social exclusion, mental health challenges, or other barriers, you'll provide person-centred support that empowers them to achieve their goals and thrive within their communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred support to young people living in supported housing.
• Complete needs assessments, risk assessments, and support plans.
• Support residents with daily living skills, including cooking, cleaning, budgeting, shopping, and managing finances.
• Help young people build confidence, independence, and resilience.
• Support access to education, training, employment, and community services.
• Assist residents to sustain accommodation and explore future housing options.
• Work closely with external agencies and partner organisations.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to safeguarding and support planning.
• Participate in team meetings and training.

About You

• Experience supporting vulnerable people in the community or supported living environments, either professionally or through volunteering.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with young people and external partners.
• Compassionate, empathetic, and committed to helping others succeed.
• Able to work independently, including lone working, and as part of a team.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and case management systems.
• Full driving licence and access to your own vehicle, as travel between schemes is required.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave.
• Flexible benefits including healthcare, dental and retail discounts.
• Up to 10% pension contribution.
• 4x Life Assurance.
• Funded training and apprenticeship opportunities.
• Two paid volunteering days per year.
• Family-friendly policies and supportive team culture.
• Sleep-in shifts paid at an additional £73.89 per sleep-in.

Important Information

• This role includes regular sleep-in shifts.
• Additional payment of £73.89 per sleep-in shift.
• Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early application is encouraged.
• In-person interviews will take place in Stevenage on Friday 28 August 2026.
• Interviews will last approximately two hours.
• Apply today with your anonymised CV and supporting statement.

We're recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate Young Person Support Worker to support children and young people with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) in the Durham area.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work on a 1:1 basis, helping young people achieve positive outcomes, build independence, and access enriching experiences in a safe and supportive environment.

You will provide person-centred support tailored to the individual's needs, helping them to develop confidence, independence, emotional resilience and life skills.

No two days are the same, and responsibilities may include:

• Supporting young people within the home and community.
• Promoting independence and daily living skills.
• Assisting with social activities and community engagement.
• Supporting emotional regulation and wellbeing.
• Implementing support plans and behaviour strategies.
• Building positive and trusting professional relationships.
• Working alongside families, schools and professionals.
• Recording observations and maintaining accurate records.
• Safeguarding and advocating for the young person's needs.

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Experience supporting children, young people or vulnerable adults.
• A caring, patient and empathetic approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• ADHD
• Learning Disabilities
• SEND
• SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs)
• Challenging behaviour
• Trauma-informed support
• Mental health support
• Residential childcare
• Youth work
• Education settings

Due to the nature of the role, successful applicants will be required to complete:

• Enhanced DBS check (Child Workforce)
• Right to Work checks
• Employment reference checks
• Full employment history verification
• Relevant training certificates where applicable
• Safeguarding training compliance
• Completion of mandatory company training

A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle may be advantageous for some placements.

The ideal candidate will:

• Build positive and professional relationships.
• Promote positive outcomes and independence.
• Maintain the highest safeguarding standards.
• Demonstrate reliability and consistency.
• Positively engage with young people and families.
• Understand and respect individual needs and differences.
• Contribute to a safe and nurturing environment.