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Support Worker Location: Leicestershire Pay: £12.21-£13.21 Contract: TemporaryNature of Temporary Work Brook Street Social Care will, at all times during your employment, use reasonable endeavours to allocate you to suitable assignments. Your hours of work may vary from one assignment to another, and you will be advised of the expected hours for each assignment. There may also be occasions when no work is available.Why Work For Brook Street Social Care? In return for your hard work and commitment, you will be paid an hourly rate between£12.21-£13.21(depending on your assignment). You will also benefit from a dedicated team of consultants committed to meeting your needs as an employee, and a comprehensive employee package which includes: enhanced annual leave based on hours worked, enhanced sickness pay based on your length of service, access to our National Wellbeing Lead and Wellbeing Champions, team initiatives, eye-care employee benefits, personal development opportunities including free training, optional overtime, a refer-a-friend scheme, our commitment to EDI strategies, workplace pension, social media recognition of achievements, maternity and paternity entitlements, and more.Overview of the Role Based in Leicestershire, you will work with either young people experiencing homelessness or support young children in residential settings. The roles vary in hours and responsibilities. You will support individuals at risk of homelessness, those facing mental health challenges, individuals struggling with substance misuse, or ex-offenders. Your responsibilities include ensuring their safety and well-being, providing emotional support, assisting with housing benefits applications, and offering companionship.Required Experience As this is a temporary, often last-minute role, you are expected to be able to start quickly. Prior experience working with vulnerable populations in similar settings is essential.Related Roles Criminal Justice, Police, Prison & Probation, Children & Young People’s Services If you work with ex-offenders, support those at risk of re-offending, or work with young people or young adults with experience of gang violence or who are care leavers, we encourage you to apply!Application ProcessStage 1 - Shortlisting & Pre-Screening:Your CV will be reviewed, followed by a telephone conversation to discuss your right to work, work history, suitability, and answer any questions.Stage 2 - Compliance:Our compliance team will conduct necessary checks, including DBS, references, and proof of right to work. Your start date depends on these checks.Stage 3 - Formal Interview:Some roles may require a formal interview with the hiring manager.Stage 4 - Starting:If successful, you will receive your assignment details. Your consultant will follow up after your first shift to discuss your experience and future opportunities.If you are passionate about making a difference and advancing your career, click 'apply now' or call 0121 480 8217 to speak with Samuel.#J-18808-Ljbffr