£13,298 pa for 20 hours a week Monday-Friday (flexible shifts, no evening or weekends) St Albans, Hertfordshire Make a real difference in St Albans – join Peabody as a Part-Time Support Worker (Mental Health, Complex Needs & Learning Disabilities). Are you passionate about helping people live more independently? Peabody is looking for a caring, proactive, and motivated Part-Time Support Worker to join our vibrant services in St Albans. You'll split your time between two supportive housing schemes – Milligan House (mental health support) and Russet Drive (learning disabilities) – both just 10 minutes apart. This is your chance to support people to thrive, build skills, and regain confidence. About the Services Milligan House – A dry house for adults recovering from mental health challenges, working closely with local services to build resilience and independence. Russet Drive – A friendly, supportive environment for adults with learning disabilities who live independently but need a little extra help with life skills. Both services are calm, community-focused, and designed to empower our residents to move forward. What you'll be doing * Helping customers develop vital life skills – like budgeting, cooking, and managing a tenancy. * Providing emotional and practical support – building confidence, celebrating successes, and tackling challenges together. * Promoting social inclusion – encouraging community participation and running small group activities. * Working in partnership with local authorities, health teams, and voluntary organisations. Hours: 20 hours per week (Mon-Fri, between 9 AM – 5 PM — no evenings, no weekends!) Travel: You'll need a driving licence and access to a vehicle to travel between schemes. What we're looking for * A warm, non-judgmental approach and a real passion for empowering others. * Experience in housing-related support (tenancy sustainment, benefits, support plans). * Strong IT and admin skills to keep support plans and records up to date. * A self-starter who’s confident working both independently and as part of a team. * Experience or understanding of mental health, learning disabilities, or housing support (professional or personal) is a real plus! Why Join Peabody? Joining Peabody means being part of a dedicated and supportive team. We offer great benefits, including: * Up to 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays. * A flexible benefits package with healthcare, dental care, and discounts. * 4x Life Assurance for peace of mind. * Professional development Flexible working – fit your life around work * 25 days’ holiday bank holidays (pro rata) * Enhanced DBS & full training provided * 4x salary life assurance & up to 10% pension contribution * Two paid volunteering days every year * Opportunities to grow and develop your career Click Apply Now and upload your CV along with a short statement telling us: * Why you’re passionate about this work * How your skills and experiences align with our values: Be Kind ¦ Do the Right Thing ¦ Love New Ideas ¦ Celebrate Diversity ¦ Keep Our Promises ¦ Pull Together Please note: Peabody does not offer sponsorship for this role. This role requires an Enhanced DBS check. Closing date: 12th May 2025 at midnight