SUPPORT WORKER

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Support Worker - Homelessness Drop-In Service

Coventry

£12.71 per hour

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Flexible Shifts | Weekday & Weekend Work Available

Brook Street Social Care are recruiting

Support Workers to join a busy homelessness drop-in service in Coventry, supporting individuals who are rough sleeping or at risk of homelessness.

This is a rewarding frontline role where you'll provide practical and emotional support to vulnerable adults, helping them access housing, specialist services, benefits, and longer-term support.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a welcoming, non-judgemental support service
• Support rough sleepers and vulnerable adults
• Provide housing advice and accommodation referrals
• Assist with benefits, form filling, and IT access
• Work alongside mental health, substance misuse, outreach, and partner agencies
• Maintain accurate records and case notes
• Follow safeguarding and health & safety procedures

What We're Looking For

• Experience within homelessness, housing support, support work, or working with vulnerable adults
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to remain calm in challenging situations
• Understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries
• Empathetic, resilient, and solution-focused approach

Shift Patterns

• 7:00am - 7:00pm
• 9:00am - 4:00pm
• 7:00am - 4:00pm (Saturday)
• 10:00am - 7:00pm (Weekend)

Weekend availability is essential.

Why Apply?

✅ £12.71 per hour

✅ Meaningful work supporting vulnerable individuals

✅ Supportive team environment

✅ Opportunity to work alongside specialist homelessness services

✅ Flexible shifts available

Apply today if you're passionate about helping people move from crisis towards stability and independence.

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