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Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client, a Local Authority, who are looking to recruit an experienced Hostel Support Worker to join their team based in London 
   
JOB DETAILS
PAY RATE: £32,995 per annum 
WORK TYPE: Permanent 
WORK PATTERN: Full Time
LOCATION: London 
   
JOB SUMMARY
Hostel Support Worker to provide safe, responsive, and supportive services for residents in our 14-bed hostel. You will hold a small caseload, provide key-work support, and help maintain a calm, respectful environment.
  
JOB DESCRIPTION
The duties and responsibilities of the role will include:

• Deliver trauma-informed, person-centred support to residents with complex needs.
• Respond to safeguarding concerns, risk, and challenging behaviour appropriately.
• Provide practical and emotional support during day and evening shifts.
• Maintain accurate case notes, handovers, and records in line with GDPR.
• Support the day-to-day running of the hostel, including security, petty cash, and rent floats

  
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE
The successful candidate will have the following skills and competencies:

• Experience supporting people affected by homelessness, mental ill-health, or substance use.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and risk assessment.
• Ability to build positive relationships with vulnerable adults.
• Strong communication and record-keeping skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team, including lone working

  
Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review.
HOW TO APPLY
Hit the APPLY button or contact Ellie Hibbard at Tempting Recruitment NOW on 01322 950507.

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