At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people in a safe, welcoming environment and assist with activities.
- Company: Join a dedicated team at a supportive accommodation project for young adults.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, valuable experience, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Opportunity to work evenings and weekends, with ongoing training and support.
- Why this job: Empower young people while developing your skills in a rewarding role.
- Qualifications: Experience in care or support, strong communication, and a positive attitude.
The predicted salary is between 20250 - 24750 £ per year.
What you'll do...
- Provide daytime and/or night-time staffing cover within a 24/7 staffed Supported Accommodation Project supporting young people aged 16 to 24, helping to maintain a safe, secure and welcoming living environment.
- The role includes offering psychologically informed, person-centred support to residents as required, as well as assisting with the delivery of activities and workshops within the hostel to support residents’ wellbeing, independence and development.
What you'll bring to the role...
- The ability to develop and maintain positive, professional relationships with young people.
- A clear understanding of confidentiality and the importance of maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
- Experience of working within a care, support or similar environment.
- The ability to remain calm, composed and reassuring when responding to challenging situations.
- The capacity to work effectively on your own initiative, as well as collaboratively as part of a team.
- A commitment to delivering a consistently high standard of service to residents.
- An understanding of health and safety responsibilities within a hostel setting.
- Good literacy and numeracy skills.
- Willingness to undertake cleaning duties and contribute to maintaining a safe, clean and welcoming environment.
- Flexibility to work unsociable hours, including evenings, weekends and nights, on an ongoing basis.
- A positive, constructive approach to addressing project-wide issues and supporting residents.
- Experience of managing challenging behaviour and resolving conflict in a professional and respectful manner.
Other useful information: We welcome any questions in advance of an application, or if there is something that matters to you and we haven't covered in the job pack, then please get in touch with Liz Davies at liz.davies@taffhousing.co.uk.
Relief Support Assistant - TAFF191 Abergavenny employer: TAFF HOUSING ASSOCIATION
Taff Housing Association is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and high-quality workmanship. With a fully insured works van, fuel card, and uniform provided, along with ongoing training opportunities, you will thrive in a role that not only contributes to the community but also fosters personal growth in the vibrant Cardiff area.
We think you need these skills to ace Relief Support Assistant - TAFF191 Abergavenny
Relationship Building
Confidentiality Awareness
Experience in Care or Support Environment
Calmness Under Pressure
Initiative
Team Collaboration
High Standard of Service Delivery
