Location: Honiton
Hours: 22.2 hours per week
Contract: Temporary (5 months)
Rate: £13.71 per hour
️ DBS: Enhanced Adult/Children check required
Start Date: ASAP
End Date: 28/09/2025
Pertemps are currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate Support Worker to join a well-respected service in Honiton, supporting veterans and individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. This is a temporary 5-month assignment, offering the opportunity to make a real difference in people’s lives.
The Role: You will work with a small caseload of 5 to 8 clients, allowing you to provide high-quality, person-centred support. Clients present with a range of moderate to high support needs, and you will be part of a larger, experienced team delivering holistic and solution-focused care.
Duties include:
* Developing and maintaining individual support plans and risk assessments
* Liaising with a variety of partner agencies, including mental health services, housing providers, benefit agencies, and training/employment organisations
* Promoting independent living, helping clients achieve their personal goals and aspirations
* Supporting clients with complex challenges, including mental health issues and substance misuse
* Taking a positive approach to risk management
About You: We’re looking for someone with a “can-do” attitude, a passion for supporting others, and the resilience to deal with challenging situations. Experience in a similar role is desirable, but not essential – we welcome applications from those with the right values and commitment.
You should demonstrate:
* Previous experience supporting vulnerable individuals (D)
* Understanding of housing-related support (D)
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
* Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities
* Flexibility to meet the needs of clients, including occasional work outside normal hours
* A clear understanding of safeguarding, diversity and promoting independence
* A good level of literacy and numeracy
Desirable qualifications include an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) and valid safeguarding training.
Why Join Us? You’ll be part of a proud, supportive team, working in a role that offers genuine job satisfaction and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those in need.
Apply now to join a values-driven organisation that puts people first and helps change lives for the better. #J-18808-Ljbffr