We are currently working in partnership with a multiple-award winning charity in East London who are looking for a permanent Support Worker to join their team.

This is a permanent, full-time position paying up to £32,240 per annum.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with clients at risk of homelessness, including refugees/asylum seekers, and assisting them with their personal development.   

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Looking after a caseload of clients at risk of homelessness, including refugees/asylum seekers
• Providing practical and emotional support, helping clients to find sustainable work and accommodation to prevent homelessness
• Carrying out 1-2-1 keywork sessions
• Creating tailored support plans and risk assessments
• Taking a positive, trauma-based approach to working with clients presenting complex needs

Skills/experience required:

• Experience working with asylum seekers/refugees, including knowledge of immigration systems
• Understanding of cultural sensitivities and language barriers

Working hours:

• 37.5 per week, predominantly Monday-Friday with some odd weekend work

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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