Overview
Julian House is a charity dedicated to helping the most vulnerable and disadvantaged people in society. We run several projects and each year we help thousands of people out of homelessness, into employment, away from domestic abuse, and more. If you’d like real job satisfaction, great career prospects and a competitive benefits package, you could be who we’re looking for.
Job Role
Weekend Hostel Support Worker
Salary: £4,037.60 per year (full-time equivalent £25,235)
Hours: 6 hours per week, Saturday & Sunday, week one 08:00 - 11:00, week two 07:30 - 10:30
Contract type: Permanent
Location: Bath
Additional Information
This role requires working Saturday & Sunday on a rota. For example, week one you will work 08:00 - 11:00, and then week two your hours will be 07:30 - 10:30. The following week will be the week one hours and so forth.
About The Role
Are you ready to make a real impact in your community? Join our vibrant and supportive team at Manvers Street Hostel, where every day brings new opportunities to change lives. We’re passionate about delivering person-centred support to some of the most vulnerable individuals in Bath and North East Somerset.
Our hostel is a lively, fast-paced environment that operates 24/7, 365 days a year — providing essential support to people experiencing rough sleeping. It’s a place where compassion meets action, and no two days are the same.
We’re currently looking for a committed Weekend Hostel Support Worker to join us for short but meaningful shifts — 3 hours each on Saturdays and Sundays. If you’re someone who thrives in a dynamic setting, enjoys working as part of a close-knit team, and is driven by the desire to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!
Responsibilities
* Give clients advice, information and provide an enabling service so they can access the appropriate services
* Ensure all clients are provided with a high-quality person-centred service
* Maintain client records that are accurate and fully updated using our client record system
* Responsible for day-to-day health and safety, and the safe running of accommodation
* Be a positive member of the Hostel team and work in close partnership with colleagues and relevant external agencies
Since job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the post holder may be required to undertake other duties which are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities.
Qualifications / Requirements
* Empathy and understanding of the needs of Julian House clients
* Good communication skills to build up relationships with clients and external agencies
Benefits & Additional Information
* Access to our Rewards Platform, including an Employee Assistance Programme and Health Cash Plan
* Great opportunities for career development and free monthly training sessions
* 27 days annual leave, including an extra day off for your birthday, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time staff) – increasing up to 30 days after 4 years of continuous employment
* 30% staff discount at Julian House charity shops
* 20% staff discount at Julian House bike workshops
* A generous and competitive pension scheme
* A supportive culture with regular supervisions and valued staff feedback
* Reflective Practice sessions with external facilitators
* Blue Light Card for discounts on thousands of brands
Our Ethos & Diversity
As an Equal Opportunities employer, we have an Equality and Diversity Action plan and Inclusion & Diversity champions. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, especially those underrepresented in the workplace, and those with lived experience. We embrace flexibility and are proud to be a Disability Confident and Mindful employer, as well as an Armed Forces Covenant Supporter. If you have special access requirements or other support needs during the application process, please contact us so we can assist.
DBS Checks
All applicants working with our clients will be expected to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. A criminal conviction will not necessarily prevent employment; the decision depends on the relevance to the role. If you would like to discuss any convictions, please contact the person named in the advert. All information will be dealt with under our Data Protection Policy.
Get in touch
If you have any questions about the Weekend Hostel Support Worker role, please email recruitment@julianhouse.org.uk. We look forward to speaking with you soon!
Please note: We reserve the right to close our vacancies once the perfect candidate has been found. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible so that you don’t miss out!
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