Criminal Justice Residential Support Worker

Criminal Justice Residential Support WorkerAn excellent opportunity for a compassionate Residential Support Worker to support women within an approved premises, helping residents build confidence, independence, wellbeing and life skills.If youve also worked in the following roles, wed also like to hear from you: Support Worker, Housing Support Worker, Mental Health Support Worker, Residential Care WorkerPlease note: Due to the gender-specific nature of this role, applications can only be accepted from women candidates . This includes all women whose legal gender is female, including those who hold a Gender Recognition Certificate (GRC). Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.SALARY: Circa £29,000 per annum + BenefitsJOB TYPE: Full-Time, PermanentLOCATION: Bristol, South West England (BS16)WORKING HOURS: 12 hour shifts 4 shifts on, 4 shifts off, rotating: 2 x Day Shifts (08:00 - 20:00), 2 x Night Shifts (20:00 - 08:00)JOB OVERVIEWThe organisation is looking for compassionate, resilient people who want a career where their work genuinely changes lives.Working as the Criminal Justice Residential Support Worker you will support women as they leave prison or complete a community sentence, helping them build confidence, develop life skills and take positive steps towards a safer, more independent future.As the Criminal Justice Residential Support Worker you will join a dedicated team within a Criminal Justice Approved Premises for women in Bristol, supporting up to 26 residents as they transition back into the community. Many of the women you will support have experienced significant trauma, complex life circumstances and multiple disadvantages.This is an opportunity to become someone who believes in people when they need it most. If you are empathetic, calm under pressure and motivated by helping others overcome challenges, the organisation would like to hear from you.DUTIESYour duties as the Criminal Justice Residential Support Worker will include:Resident Support: Build positive, professional relationships with residents and provide encouragement, consistency and guidanceLife Skills and Wellbeing: Deliver daily living skills, wellbeing, leisure and creative sessions that help residents develop confidence and independenceResident Inductions: Welcome and induct new residents into the approved premises, helping them understand the environment, expectations and available supportSafe Living Environment: Promote a safe, supportive and respectful living environment for residents, colleagues and visitorsWelfare and Building Checks: Carry out regular welfare and building checks in line with proceduresConfidential Records: Record important information accurately and maintain confidential recordsChallenging Situations: Respond calmly to challenging situations and provide appropriate supportPartnership Working: Work alongside criminal justice and support agencies to help residents achieve positive outcomesSafety Responsibilities: Act as Fire Warden and First Aider when requiredCANDIDATE REQUIREMENTSEssentialDue to the gender-specific nature of this role, applications can only be accepted from women candidates . This includes all women whose legal gender is female, including those who hold a Gender Recognition Certificate (GRC). Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010Compassionate and genuinely interested in helping people change their livesConfident communicating with people from a wide range of backgroundsAble to remain calm under pressureProfessional and able to maintain appropriate boundariesComfortable working independently and as part of a teamOrganised and able to keep accurate recordsCommitted to safeguarding and promoting wellbeingGood literacy and numeracy skillsUnderstanding of safeguardingAble to work independentlyAble to work a rotating shift pattern covering days, nights, weekends and bank holidaysEmpathetic, resilient and able to deal sensitively with confidential informationDesirableResidential careSupporting womenCriminal justiceBehaviour changeHousing supportWorking with people experiencing multiple or complex needsGroup facilitation or one-to-one supportBENEFITS226.8 hours annual leave per annum, increasing with serviceBirthday Day offOption to buy additional annual leave2 paid Volunteer Days each year5% employer pension contribution (matched 5% employee contribution)Healthcare Cash PlanLife Assurance (3 x salary)Annual salary reviewRefer a Friend schemeAccess to Benefit Hub with retail discounts, Cycle to Work scheme and additional voluntary benefitsAll meals provided during your shift by in-house cooksThis role is subject to an Enhanced DBS checkAPPLY TODAYBy submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.JOB REF: AWDO-P14880Full-Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. 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