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2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. We have a fantastic opportunity in a Criminal Justice Independent Approved Premises for a Criminal Justice Residential Support Worker who has excellent communication skills and empathetic ability to create and maintain effective relationships with women who have been released from prison or who are serving community sentences. Working as a Criminal Justice Residential Support Worker you will play a vital part in the team at a trauma-informed residential service in Bristol. The home supports women as they transition back into the community following time in prison or as part of a community order. With space for up to 26 residents, the home offers intensive, wraparound support from an all-women team trained in trauma-informed care. Most residents present a high or very high risk of serious harm, and every colleague plays a vital role in managing that risk to safeguard our residents and protect the public. Through personalised support, structured supervision and a programme of purposeful activity, the team helps women address the root causes of their offending, rebuild stability, and reduce the likelihood of reoffending — aiming for better outcomes not just for the women, but for their families and communities too. As a Residential Support Worker you will be responsible for delivering structured activities and skills sessions to supervision and maintenance of discipline, you will provide a safe and supportive environment to allow residents to re-integrate smoothly back into the community. A successful candidate will ideally have worked in a residential setting or have experience working within the criminal justice sector. However, we appreciate that not everyone can tick every single box, just so long as you are confident and are comfortable working with a diverse range of people from a variety of backgrounds and circumstances. Location:Bristol, South West England Working Pattern:12 hour shifts, working 4 on, 4 off (2 days 08:00 – 20:00, 2 nights 20:00 – 08:00), average of 42 hours per week - full time. RESPONSIBILITIES Your duties as a Residential Support Worker include: Deliver daily structured living skills sessions plus leisure and creative activities Provide support to enable residents to deal with problems and become independent Assist with the induction of new residents to ensure their familiarity with the environment and understanding of rules and policies Maintain an active presence in the Approved Premises at all times during the shift, including undertaking regular inspections of the building Report any significant changes or key information relating to residents and escalate any matters of concern Act as Fire Warden and First Aider on duty (training will be provided on appointment) Maintain records and files as required Demonstrate empathy, with the ability to use tact and discretion when dealing with confidential and sensitive issues Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with good listening skills Input and maintain computer-based information systems in an accurate and timely manner Exercise authority and reinforce boundaries in an appropriate manner To work on own initiative and be able to cope with stressful situations CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL Good numeracy and literacy skills An understanding of safeguarding Able to work alone, without guidance Being empathetic, with the ability to use tact and discretion when dealing with confidential and sensitive issues DESIRABLE Previous experience of working within a residential setting and/or working with women Experience of working with groups or individuals in order to support, motivate and change behaviour An understanding of factors relating to multiple, compound needs Knowledge and experience of the work within the Criminal Justice System BENEFITS 27 days annual leave (pro-rata) + Birthday Day off (with the opportunity to buy additional days) Pension - 5% Employee 5% Employer Healthcare Cash Plan, incl. 3 x salary life assurance Annual salary review Refer a friend scheme Free access to Benefit Hub - an online portal with access to a wide range of retail discounts, cycle to work scheme, and additional voluntary benefits All meals provided while on shift by our in-house cooks Successful candidates will be required to undergo and pass a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV & Cover Letter detailing how you meet the requirements of the specification. 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