Support Worker Maternity Leave Cover

Do you have experience supporting vulnerable people and those with complex needs

We may have just the role for you...

Come and join a Charity focused on people rather than profit.

We are looking for aSupport Workerwho shares our purpose to join our Accommondation Based Serviceswhere we house and support young people 16 under Local Authority Care across Hereford.

We are looking for someone to work an average of 39.375 hours per week across a two week alternating shift pattern. This would involve: Week 1 - Mon Tues Saturday and Sunday working 8am to 8.15pm. Week 2 - Wed Thurs and Fri working 8am to 8.15pm. This is on a fixed term contract which will last the 1st of August 2027.

We provide bespoke support packages to suit a broad range of young people ranging from 24/7 to a few hours per week. Our focus is to provide the highest quality of support in line with Ofsted Standards.We aim to enhance individuals independence skills empowering them to advance their aspirations with greater confidence and capability.

Why should you consider this opportunity

• Work within a fun establishedand very supportive team.
• Management supportfrom a very well established and tight knit senior management team with decades of experience.
• Career growth join a service which has grown in the last 5 years from a few properties to 20 across 5 counties.

What will you do

• You will re-enforce positive support being delivered and establish the same standardsin new placements.
• Provide a strengths-based trauma-informed approach to empower young people in improvingindependent living skills.
• Safeguard them from any potential danger harm or abuse.
• Accurately document notes on our computer system and ensure seamless communication with support staff for effective handovers.
• Have a resilientnature with the ability to keep a positive mindset even when times get tough.

While the role may present challenges the rewards of witnessing the positive impact of your guidance and support on these young lives are truly extraordinary.

To excel in this position youll need to be flexible patient resilient and professional approaching your duties with a calm and caring demeanour.

About Us

Established in 1989 Caring for Communities and People (CCP)is a registered charity propelled by an unwavering commitment to addressing homelessness family breakdown and social exclusion. We are driven by our values-based approach caring deeply about the individuals and families we serve. Our supportive programs aim at developing long-term solutions to societal challenges. Over the years weve consistently made tangible impacts in communities across Gloucestershire Worcestershire Herefordshire South Gloucestershire Bristol Wiltshire Dorset and Devon.

Why join us

• 25 days holiday plus public holidays with an additional day added per year and option to purchase more^
• Enhancedpension (6% employer contribution)
• Enhancedsick pay (up to 30 days full pay and 30 days half pay)
• Life Assurance cover(3 times your annual salary in the event of your death)
• Free subscription to Benenden healthcare cashback plan or Perkbox discounts
• Investors in People Gold accredited employer committed to making the workplace better for you.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training and development.
• Option to join various groups including Proud2Be Green Impact Health & Safety and Health and Wellbeing.
• In-house Workplace Welfare Manager for support when needed.

(Benefits are for contracted staff only not bank workers)

Are Your Values Aligned with Ours

We look for staff who embody our SPIRITvalues:

Showgratitude and appreciation of others.

Demonstrate personal and professional Pride.

Integrityis everything.

Reflectand learn.

Continuous Improvement.

Takeyour best self wherever you go.

How to Apply

If youre ready to make a meaningful difference and share our values click the apply button to start your journey with CCP.

Application Information:

Position:Support Worker (Job ID 1136)

Hours:An average of 39.375 hours per week across a two week alternating shift pattern. This would involve: Week 1 - Mon Tues Saturday and Sunday working 8am to 8.15pm. Week 2 - Wed Thurs and Fri working 8am to 8.15pm.

Contract:Fixedterm until 1st of August 2027.

Location: Hereford

Pay:27452 per year

Closing Date:11:59pm 2nd November 2026-CCP reserves the right to close the job advert early if needed.

CCP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.

Our robust Safeguarding Policy guides our recruitment process. We believe in the rehabilitative power of employment and working toward a purpose so a prior conviction will not necessarily prevent you from joining CCP. Please note this role is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checksand alsoan enhanced check by the Disclosure & Barring Services paid for by CCP.

Please review the attached job attachments for further insights.

^Annual Leave entitlement will be pro-rata for Part-time staff. Working on public holidays due to a rota pattern will be compensated with time off in lieu. An extra day of leave accrues for each completed financial year (capped at 5). Purchasing additional holidays is capped at 5 per year.

^^Contracted staff only. Business mileage (55p a mile) is paid for any daily miles over and above the distance from your home to the allocated workplace location and back. Youll need awell-maintained vehicle with valid tax MOT andInsurance covering business use.

INDHP

Required Experience:

IC