Accommodation & Support Worker

• Housing over 700 individuals annually, providing support for those facing homelessness, low income, or other barriers to independence.

• Health & Wellbeing Centre in Bath, featuring a state-of-the-art gym and fitness classes.

• Two commercial hostels in Bath and Bristol, supporting our mission through social enterprise.

• Twelve youth clubs, including dedicated spaces for young carers, giving young people a chance to connect, learn, and grow.

• Eight Ofsted-registered nurseries, nurturing the development of hundreds of children and preparing them for their educational journeys.

About the Role:

This is your opportunity to be a vital part of the support system for young people in housing projects and the local community. As a Accommodation & Support Worker, you’ll work with young people aged 16-25, empowering them with the skills and confidence needed for independent living. You’ll guide them through the entire housing process, from securing accommodation to fostering life skills that help them thrive.

Your role will include:

• Providing hands-on support in accommodation and community-based settings, helping young people transition towards independent living.

• Building positive relationships and offering tailored support, ensuring young people’s well-being and personal growth.

• Managing day-to-day housing tasks, such as rent collection, health and safety checks, and maintaining a welcoming environment.

• Playing a key role in enabling young people to achieve positive outcomes in health, safety, personal achievement, and economic well-being.

• You thrive on making a difference and are passionate about helping young people reach their full potential.

• You enjoy working in a supportive and dynamic environment, where every weekend brings new challenges and rewards.

• You are self-motivated and enjoy taking initiative to help others while managing your responsibilities.

• You want to be part of a team that values inclusivity, empowerment, and positive change.

What We’re Looking For:

We’re seeking individuals who:

• Have the confidence and initiative to manage their own workload and take on challenges.

• Are effective communicators, both written and verbal, and can handle difficult situations with calm and assertiveness.

• Have the ability to listen and empower young people, helping them build the skills needed for independent living.

• Are compassionate, non-judgmental, and committed to equality and diversity.

• Possess strong IT skills and the ability to use Microsoft Office and other software.

• Are resilient and able to work in environments that can sometimes be challenging or emotionally demanding.

• Annual leave

• Bereavement leave

• Casual dress

• Childcare

• Company events

• Company pension

• Cycle to work scheme, At YMCA Brunel Group, we take care of our staff just as much as our community. Here’s what you’ll enjoy as part of our team:

• 25 days holiday, plus public bank holidays

• Enhanced annual leave and sickness pay

• Paid compassionate and emergency leave

• Access to our employee discount portal through Reward Gateway

• 24/7 support via our Employee Assistance Programme

• 20% discount on childcare services in Wiltshire

• Heavily discounted gym membership at our Bath Health & Wellbeing Centre for just £15/month

• Corporate discounts on gym memberships with Fusion Lifestyle (only £38/month instead of £48)

• Free access to online gym classes

• A supportive and inclusive team culture with regular staff events and news shared across the organisation, * Bereavement leave

• Casual dress

• Childcare

• Company events

• Company pension

• Cycle to work scheme

• Employee discount

• Free fitness classes

• Gym membership

• Health & wellbeing programme

• On-site gym

• Sick pay

• Store discount

Shift:

• Day shift

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)