At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate support to individuals in need and help them thrive.
- Company: Join a dedicated team at Life, committed to making a difference.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous holiday allowance, birthday leave, and a company pension scheme.
- Other info: Flexible part-time hours with opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in people's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in support roles and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Senior Support Worker to join our Supported Housing team in Aylesbury. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals by providing high‑quality emotional, practical, and housing‑related support.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Deliver person‑centred support tailored to individual client needs
- Manage referrals, assessments, and risk assessments
- Develop and review support plans with clients
- Provide day‑to‑day support within accommodation and the community
- Support clients to maintain tenancies and manage rent payments
- Work collaboratively with internal teams and external agencies
- Help clients access benefits, healthcare, and other services
- Maintain accurate records and reports using IT systems
- Ensure properties are safe, well‑maintained, and compliant with standards
- Follow safeguarding, health & safety, and organisational policies
- Contribute to service improvement and client engagement activities
- Participate in an on-call rota for out‑of‑hours support
About You
- Experienced in a similar support or housing role
- Knowledgeable about safeguarding, risk assessment, and support planning
- Understanding of housing and welfare benefits systems
- Confident working with vulnerable individuals in a non‑judgemental way
- A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
- Organised, self‑motivated, and able to manage a varied workload
- A team player who shares our values and commitment to client care
- IT literate (Microsoft Office and case management systems)
- Full driving licence is required
Role Details
- Salary: £9,908.08 per annum
- Hours: 14 hours across 3 days per week
- Location: Aylesbury
Benefits
- Generous holiday allowance, starting at 25 days per year, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time hours)
- Birthday Leave (applicable after 1 years service)
- Extra annual leave for long term service
- Company Pension Scheme
- Signed member of the Menopause Workplace Pledge
Safeguarding and Equality
Life is committed to protecting all staff, volunteers and service users from harm of any kind. Life expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We are committed to ensuring diversity and equality within our organisation by encouraging applications from all backgrounds. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. Life takes its obligation to protect the rights of children and vulnerable people very seriously; therefore, the successful candidate for this post will also be subject to extensive background checking, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS) which is paid for by the Charity.
Senior Support Worker – Aylesbury employer: Life Charity
Life is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the well-being of both staff and clients. As a Senior Support Worker in Aylesbury, you will benefit from generous holiday allowances, a company pension scheme, and opportunities for professional growth while making a meaningful impact in the community. Our commitment to safeguarding and equality ensures a safe and respectful environment for all employees, fostering a sense of belonging and purpose in your role.
