Having been established for over 22 years, we’ve built Bedspace to be an organisation that people want to be a part of. We’ve already got an exemplary reputation as one of the UKs largest and most successful support providers. Our attrition rates are currently less than 1% - compared to a sector average of 34%. We are proud of our benefits too – you will get: Competitive rates of pay Birthday leave Flexible working hours Great learning and development opportunities Casual dress code Buying and selling annual leave 25 days holiday per year bank holidays Life insurance Simply health plan Vivup staff discount scheme Volunteer Day Social activities – Bedspace Solemates walking group To add to our existing team of amazing and dedicated staff, we are seeking to recruit 1 Outreach Support Worker. Your focus will be on supporting vulnerable young people who live semi independently and who may have a range of needs. Your aim will be to provide young people with independent living skills so they can live independently once they turn 18. Due to the areas this role covers a car driver is essential. The role is predominantly Monday - Friday, but some weekend working is required on a rota basis. Please see the you tube link "Day in the life of a support worker" for an overview on Bedspace Outreach. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pjlN9TGBweo Company benefits Competitive rates of pay Birthday leave Flexible working hours Casual dress code Buying and selling annual leave 25 days holiday per year bank holidays Life insurance Simply health plan About you The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion about working within this sector, looking to make a difference with our service users and will be looking for a challenging but rewarding role. Essential Previous experience in working with Vulnerable people Travel is essential so must hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle insured for business use Computer literate Good interpersonal skills Thorough knowledge of safeguarding vulnerable adults and children Have or be willing to work towards an NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure, an employment background check, satisfactory references and verification of right to work in the UK. GDPR Disclaimer Bedspace will process any data provided in response to this job vacancy for recruitment purposes only. For unsuccessful applications, we will hold data in line with current GDPR legislation for a period of 12 months after the vacancy closing date. Please contact us directly if you would like to find out more about how we use and store data Equality & Diversity We’re a proud equal opportunities employer that values diversity at every level of our company. We welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, religion, marital status or social back ground. If you have a disability and consider that you may require support with the recruitment process, please contact our HR department who can discuss any adjustments needed with you.