Do you have experience working with young and vulnerable people? Do you have experience in supporting those with a variety of needs and challenges? Do you have a passion for working within an organisation that is committed to ensuring all belong, contribute and thrive in their community?
If you said yes to these questions, we want to hear from you.
WORKING HOURS: 37.5 hours per week, various shifts
SALARY: £12.60 per hour
CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent
Overview of Duties
We’re looking for a Housing Support Worker to join our Housing team at YMCA North Tyneside. The role will be based in Sunderland.
The successful candidate will contribute to the smooth and effective day-to-day running of the accommodation services. You will also work closely with the team to support residents and the wider Housing Department to share good practice and develop our services.
To be successful, it is essential that you have relevant experience and/or relevant qualifications in Support Work, recent relevant Training and Continued Professional Development. Additionally, it is essential that you have a flexible approach to your working hours, as working hours will include daytime, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
About YMCA North Tyneside
YMCA North Tyneside is a Voluntary Sector Organisation undertaking community programme work in areas of North Tyneside, South Tyneside and County Durham.
Over time, YMCA North Tyneside has become recognised as a well-established service delivery Voluntary Organisation in the area, as well as playing an active role both sub-regionally and regionally.
YMCA North Tyneside is part of an International Christian Youth Movement with centres in over 100 countries throughout the world. We aim to provide a warm welcoming environment in which members can take part in activities of their choice.
YMCA North Tyneside also operates a subsidiary trading company – Patterdale Hall Estate, which is a holiday and outdoor activity centre set in a magnificent mountain setting at the southern end of Lake Ullswater.
Benefits
In addition to joining a great team, our colleagues also benefit from: enhanced holiday, your birthday off, access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme, 24/7 GP Helpline, discount at our Café and Nursery, a free YMCA gym membership for you and a loved one, and training opportunities on various topics such as Safeguarding, Mental health and Health and Safety and more!
Please note, the post holders must be able to work flexibly depending on the needs of the business.
If you’re interested in this post and would like an informal chat, please contact us on 0191 2575434 and ask for Angela Lewis – Assisted Manager Housing Accommodations, or HR; both will be happy to arrange a time for you to discuss the role and expectations in further detail.
Closing date: Please apply ASAP without delay if you’re interested as we will be interviewing as we go.
Interview process: One Stage Interview.
Proposed start date: ASAP
To Apply: Please apply by providing a cover letter detailing why you believe you are suitable for the position and an up-to-date CV. Please follow the link below to our online application form which will also ask for a CV to be uploaded.
Please note: The health, wellbeing and safety of our colleagues is of paramount importance; with this in mind, we have refreshed our approach to recruitment.
YMCA North Tyneside is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst the workforce. We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and seek to create an inspiring and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and value inclusion and diversity, which we demonstrate through our activities, policies and working practices.
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