Support Worker

Support Worker - TotnesTemporary Contract 4-8 Weeks Full-TimeService Care Solutions are currently recruiting for a Support Worker to join a supported housing service based in Totnes. This is a short-term temporary opportunity (4-8 weeks) supporting vulnerable individuals to maintain their tenancies, build independence, and access appropriate services.This role is well suited to someone with previous experience in supported housing, homelessness, or community-based support, who is confident managing risk, safeguarding concerns, and working in a person-centred way.Key Responsibilities

• Provide practical and emotional support to service users within supported accommodation and/or through visiting support
• Support individuals to manage their tenancies, including housing-related issues, welfare benefits, budgeting, and daily living skills
• Complete regular welfare checks, health & safety inspections, and property checks
• Develop, review, and maintain person-centred support and risk management plans
• Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns in line with policy and procedure
• Work closely with internal teams and external agencies to ensure coordinated support
• Maintain accurate case notes and records using internal systems
• Promote independence, wellbeing, equality, and inclusion at all times

Requirements

• Previous experience working in supported housing, homelessness, or a similar support-based role
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk management, and professional boundaries
• Confident communicator with good written and IT skills (MS Word, Outlook, basic systems)
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload
• Enhanced DBS covering BOTH Adult and Child workforce (essential)
• Ability to commute to Totnes and work flexibly where required

Contract Details

• Location: Totnes
• Contract Length: 4-8 weeks (temporary)
• Hours: Full-time (rota-based, flexibility required)
• Start: ASAP, subject to DBS and references

This is an excellent short-term opportunity for an experienced Support Worker looking for immediate work within a supportive service. .uk