Locum Support Assistant (Female*) – Marylebone Project
Location: London
Salary: £13.15 per hour
Hours: This is a zero hours contract. Flexibility with working hours is required as the post holder may be asked to cover unexpected vacant shifts or short-term planned absences. The Church Army has no obligation to offer work, and the post holder has no obligation to accept work offered.
Contract: As and when basis
Church Army & The Role
For over 140 years, Church Army has equipped and empowered people to share the good news of the gospel in accessible ways across the UK & Ireland. We go to places where hope is hard to find, journeying with people and giving them the opportunity to connect with the God who restores and brings life in all its fullness.
As Locum Support Assistant, you will work at the Marylebone Project on an as-and-when basis. You will be responsible for ensuring that the service users of the Project receive the highest possible standard of support at all times. You will provide cover across the Project in various roles including Reception, Night work, Support Services, Resettlement, and the Sanctuary. Tasks may include one-to-one support, conducting room checks, providing assistance to service users, and welcoming visitors.
Main Responsibilities:
* Assist in the provision of a high-quality, needs-led support service.
* Assist in providing a high standard, safe and secure accommodation and drop-in services for single homeless women.
* Maintain good communication between service users, staff, and external partners.
* Work within the parameters of the Church Army and Marylebone Project’s policies and procedures.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
The successful candidate will have:
* Knowledge of the challenges faced by homeless people, particularly homeless women.
* Working experience in a customer-facing role, providing outstanding service.
* An eye for detail and experience in concise report writing.
* The ability to work without judgement or prejudice with people from various backgrounds.
* Effective de-escalation techniques and experience working with those presenting with challenging behaviours.
* Good verbal and written communication skills.
* A passion for working with vulnerable women and providing outstanding service.
* A willingness to work unsociable hours.
* A personal ethos in line with the aims and objectives of Church Army.
DBS: This post is subject to an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check and compliant with safeguarding policies and procedures. Safeguarding training will be required.
Occupational Requirement & Physical Requirement: *Positions are exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1. The Marylebone Project is based over two sites, 100m apart, and the job involves walking throughout and between both sites. The post holder must be able to access all areas of the project and may be required to do so quickly in the event of an emergency.
Closing Date: Ongoing
Monthly Assessment Dates through September, October, and November 2024
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