Homelessness Outreach Worker - Newport
Newport
40 hours per week - Ongoing Temporary Contract, approx. 3 months but could go on longer.
£13.45 per hour (Real Living Wage)
4-week rolling rota, 1 weekend per month
As winter approaches and temperatures drop, the need for compassionate, proactive outreach support is more crucial than ever. We're looking for someone who shares a deep commitment to helping others - someone who believes in dignity, hope, and opportunity for every person.
In this vital front-line role, you'll support individuals who are rough sleeping across Newport, helping them access safe accommodation and essential services. You'll build trusting relationships, deliver person-centred interventions, and advocate for people at a time when they need it most.
What you'll be doing:
* Engaging with rough sleepers across the community through assertive outreach
* Offering guidance and emotional support to help individuals move away from the rough sleeping
* Working collaboratively with partners to secure emergency and longer-term accommodation
* Supporting people to access healthcare, benefits, and support networks
* Keeping accurate records and contributing to ongoing service improvements
What we're looking for:
* Empathetic, resilient, and motivated to make a difference
* Experience in homelessness, support work, mental health, or similar environments
* Strong communication and advocacy skills
* Ability to work flexibly as part of a rota-based team
* Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle (work related mileage paid)
* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
Shift pattern:
You'll work on a 4-week rolling rota:
* Week 1: 8am - 4pm
* Week 2: 11am - 8pm
* Week 3: 9am - 5pm
* Week 4: 9am - 5pm
* 1 weekend per month - with alternate weekdays off in return
Why join?
* Make a genuine social impact during the toughest time of year
* Join a values-driven team committed to care, respect, and transformation
* Earn the Real Living Wage
* Opportunity to apply for an upcoming permanent role while in post
If you're ready to be the difference between someone sleeping rough and finding safety tonight - we'd love to hear from you. Contact Keeran @ Moxie People or apply directly through this advert.
Apply today and help bring warmth, hope, and support to those who need it most this winter.