Senior Accommodation and Support Worker
- Location: Yeovil
- Salary: £15.14 per hour
Join YMCA Brunel Group and Help Transform Lives
At YMCA Brunel Group, we are dedicated to creating supportive and inclusive communities where people feel they truly belong and can thrive. As part of the global YMCA movement, we operate across Mendip, Bath, Bristol, Wiltshire, and South Somerset, making a real impact in people’s lives.
What We Do:
- Housing Support: Every year, we provide accommodation for over 700 people who are at risk of homelessness or face significant barriers to independent living. Our support goes beyond just providing shelter; we help residents develop the skills, confidence, and resilience needed to lead independent lives.
- Health & Wellbeing: Our Bath-based Health & Wellbeing Centre offers a fully equipped gym, fitness areas, and a variety of classes to support overall wellness.
- Commercial Hostels: We operate two hostels in Bath and Bristol, which not only serve as accommodation for travellers but also help cover central operational costs, allowing us to continue supporting vulnerable individuals in our community.
- Youth & Childcare Services: We run 12 youth clubs, including four young carers groups, providing a space for young people to engage with trusted youth workers and build social networks. Our eight Ofsted-registered nurseries cater to up to 360 children, offering a strong foundation for their educational and life journeys.
The Role: Senior Accommodation and Support Worker
This is a key role within the support team of YMCA Mendip and South Somerset. The post holder will be working to support young people within housing projects and within the community to equip them with the skills to live independently.
Support will be provided across the area where needed, both accommodation and community based work, to assist those who are not housed but need comprehensive housing support to identify, secure and set up accommodation to achieve independent living.
The post holder will be involved in each stage of the young person’s time with YMCA Mendip and South Somerset supporting young people to progress as needed through the housing pathway to improve their quality of life and independence within each of the five outcomes: Being Healthy, Staying safe, Enjoying and achieving, Making a positive contribution and Economic well-being.
The post is also responsible for Housing Management duties to ensure a holistic service for clients including administration, rent collection and rent administration, notification of repairs and maintenance, health and safety tasks and ensuring the environment is welcoming and safe for clients and staff.
A full driving license and access to your own vehicle is essential.
Location:
Yeovil, Somerset
Hours:
37.5 hours per week, on a rolling rota system, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
Contract Type:
Permanent
Salary:
£15.14 per hour
How to Apply:
If you’re passionate about making a difference and would like to apply for this role, please complete our online application form.
For more information and to apply, visit: YMCA Brunel Group Careers.
YMCA Brunel Group is committed to following safer recruitment practices. All candidates will need to provide a full employment history, two references, and undergo an enhanced DBS check. In line with the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Please find the job description and personal specifications for this position as follows: Senior Accommodation and Support Worker Job Description.
YMCA Brunel Group is committed to follow safer recruitment guidelines and all candidates will have to demonstrate full employment history, give 2 good references and be DBS checked. In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.