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Floating Support Worker

Posted 11 April by Riverside Group
Salary icon £25,965 per annum
Location icon Leeds , West Yorkshire

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Job Title: FloatingSupport Worker

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract until May 2025

Salary: £25,965.41 (£27,112.48 is achieved after 18 months successful performance in the role)

Working Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 9-5

Location: Engage Leeds, Leeds

If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. At Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the essential criteria on the job description.

The difference you will make as a Floating Support Worker

Engage Leeds is a city-wide service that is split in to 3 geographical areas. Riverside operates in the South Leeds area and we also provide a volunteer service across the whole of Leeds. The Engage Leeds service is commissioned by Leeds City Council and its key aim is to support anyone in Leeds over the age of 18 who is struggling with their housing and have support needs.

You will work collaboratively as part of a committed team to deliver an outstanding service and a range of personalised support that puts customers first, empowering them to achieve their goals and aspirations.  You will also be required to work in the community and visit customers in their own homes. The customers you work with will be facing challenges and may be at risk of becoming homeless. 

About you
We are looking for someone with:
  • An understanding of the barriers faced by vulnerable and diverse customer groups and individuals with complex needs. 
  • An understanding of the current UK Benefit System and working knowledge of Universal Credit
  • Team player with a caring, empathetic, flexible and have a resilient, can-do attitude.

Why Riverside?

At Riverside, we’re a housing association with a difference – enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we’ve been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives. 

We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us.

Working with us, you’ll enjoy:
  • Competitive pay & generous pension 
  • 28 days holidays plus bank holidays
  • Flexible working options available
  • Investment in your learning, personal development and technology
  • A wide range of benefits

Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside:
We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues. 
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Reference: 52457348

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