Assistant Support Worker

In the job profile you will find the criteria required for the role, please make sure that you address this in your supporting statement as this forms the basis of our shortlisting.Appointment will be subject to;

• Satisfactory references
• A criminal record check DBS Disclosures Enhanced - Adult with Adult barred list
• Evidence of your Right to Work in the UK in line with Home Office requirements. As we are not a licensed sponsor, applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Details on how to prove your Right to Work can be foundAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and highly motivated Assistant Support Worker with a vision and passion for working with homeless people within one of our Lifehouses (Supported housing) in Bristol- Logos House.

Job Summary

Logos House is a short stay service that supports people to achieve their long-term goals. We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our Support Team. You will work with our Support Workers to empower individuals to move on and break the cycle of homelessness. You will also complete day to day activities including administration tasks and reception duties to support the successful operation of the Lifehouse.

Key Responsibilities

For this Assistant level role, direct experience of working with homeless people is not essential. However, you will need to demonstrate to us that you have the understanding, willingness, and motivation to engage with our homeless clients. The successful candidate(s) will be able to demonstrate:

• Motivation towards supporting vulnerable clients to achieve focussed and positive life outcomes
• Improve standards by demonstrating own initiative towards problem solving which help benefit colleagues and clients
• An understanding of working in a psychologically informed way
• Good customer service and time management skills with ability to prioritise workload
• Good verbal and written communication skills, and proficiency in the use of IT (including Microsoft packages)
• The ability and willingness to work within, be empathic with and promote the Christian ethos and values of The Salvation Army MissionThe Salvation Army is one of the largest, most diverse providers of social and community services after the Government. With more than 600 local centres, they make a powerful difference to people across the UK who might otherwise be excluded. The Salvation Army forms part of the Christian church and boasts an extensive social remit, providing a range of social and community services, including services for children and the elderly, those trapped in modern-day slavery, homeless people, individuals struggling with addiction, and people seeking employment.