At a Glance
- Tasks: Support women transitioning from prison, helping them build confidence and life skills.
- Company: Compassionate organisation dedicated to changing lives in Bristol.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, healthcare plan, and volunteer days.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and enjoy excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in women's lives while developing your own skills.
- Qualifications: Empathy, resilience, and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 29000 - 29000 £ per year.
An excellent opportunity for a compassionate Residential Support Worker to support women within an approved premises, helping residents build confidence, independence, wellbeing and life skills.
Please note: Due to the gender-specific nature of this role, applications can only be accepted from women candidates. This includes all women whose legal gender is female, including those who hold a Gender Recognition Certificate (GRC). Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
SALARY: Circa £29,000 per annum + Benefits
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
LOCATION: Bristol, South West England (BS16)
WORKING HOURS: 12 hour shifts 4 shifts on, 4 shifts off, rotating: 2 x Day Shifts (08:00 - 20:00), 2 x Night Shifts (20:00 - 08:00)
JOB OVERVIEW
The organisation is looking for compassionate, resilient people who want a career where their work genuinely changes lives. Working as the Criminal Justice Residential Support Worker you will support women as they leave prison or complete a community sentence, helping them build confidence, develop life skills and take positive steps towards a safer, more independent future. As the Criminal Justice Residential Support Worker you will join a dedicated team within a Criminal Justice Approved Premises for women in Bristol, supporting up to 26 residents as they transition back into the community. Many of the women you will support have experienced significant trauma, complex life circumstances and multiple disadvantages. This is an opportunity to become someone who believes in people when they need it most. If you are empathetic, calm under pressure and motivated by helping others overcome challenges, the organisation would like to hear from you.
DUTIES
- Build positive, professional relationships with residents and provide encouragement, consistency and guidance
- Deliver daily living skills, wellbeing, leisure and creative sessions that help residents develop confidence and independence
- Welcome and induct new residents into the approved premises, helping them understand the environment, expectations and available support
- Promote a safe, supportive and respectful living environment for residents, colleagues and visitors
- Carry out regular welfare and building checks in line with procedures
- Record important information accurately and maintain confidential records
- Respond calmly to challenging situations and provide appropriate support
- Work alongside criminal justice and support agencies to help residents achieve positive outcomes
- Act as Fire Warden and First Aider when required
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
Essential
- Due to the gender-specific nature of this role, applications can only be accepted from women candidates. This includes all women whose legal gender is female, including those who hold a Gender Recognition Certificate (GRC). Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010
- Compassionate and genuinely interested in helping people change their lives
- Confident communicating with people from a wide range of backgrounds
- Able to remain calm under pressure
- Professional and able to maintain appropriate boundaries
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
- Organised and able to keep accurate records
- Committed to safeguarding and promoting wellbeing
- Good literacy and numeracy skills
- Understanding of safeguarding
- Able to work independently
- Able to work a rotating shift pattern covering days, nights, weekends and bank holidays
- Empathetic, resilient and able to deal sensitively with confidential information
Desirable
- Residential care
- Supporting women
- Criminal justice
- Behaviour change
- Housing support
- Working with people experiencing multiple or complex needs
- Group facilitation or one-to-one support
BENEFITS
- 226.8 hours annual leave per annum, increasing with service
- Birthday Day off
- Option to buy additional annual leave
- 2 paid Volunteer Days each year
- 5% employer pension contribution (matched 5% employee contribution)
- Healthcare Cash Plan
- Life Assurance (3 x salary)
- Annual salary review
- Refer a Friend scheme
- Access to Benefit Hub with retail discounts, Cycle to Work scheme and additional voluntary benefits
- All meals provided during your shift by in-house cooks
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Criminal Justice Residential Support Worker employer: AWD Online
Join a compassionate team dedicated to transforming lives as a Criminal Justice Residential Support Worker in Bristol. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, the organisation offers generous benefits including 226.8 hours of annual leave, a supportive work culture, and opportunities for personal growth through training and development. Enjoy a fulfilling career where your contributions make a real difference in the lives of women transitioning back into the community.
