Apprentice Support Worker

Apprentice Support Assistant - YPASS, Halifax

Would you like to make a difference to young people experiencing difficult times by working for a company that offers excellent benefits and flexible working conditions?

You will work 30 hours a week in this position, earning a salary that starts from £4.81 per hour. Among the benefits we offer are 7.6 weeks of annual leave, including statutory holidays, a contributory pension scheme, free parking and travel expenses.

The Role

This is a great opportunity for someone wanting to start a career in Health and Social Care. You will be trained to the highest standard and work as part of the team. You will oversee the referral and assessment module and support young people (aged 16-25) who are homeless or at risk of homelessness via our Drop-in. You will assist support workers to provide a range of housing related support services to clients including independent living skills, access to other services including housing, training and education and health promotion. Apprentices will be encouraged and supported to apply for other positions towards the end of their apprenticeship.  

About You

You will be approachable, friendly and non- judgmental and have the ability to work in a small team. You will need a good understanding of IT, eg Microsoft packages. A*- C in English and Maths or the equivalent level qualification is desired but not essential.

We offer great benefits including:

  • 6 weeks annual leave plus statutory holidays
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Wellbeing program / counselling / contributory healthcare plan
  • Access to and funding for Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
  • Free car parking and travel expenses

How to apply

Please upload a covering letter and CV before submitting your application form to the Horton Housing Website http://ats.hortonhousingcareers.co.uk/jobs/RedirectToApplyNow?jobId=2295

Closing Date midnight 10th June 2022

Interviews to be held on the 16th June 2022

Closing date: 10th June 2022 11:59pm
Hours: 30 hours a week
Salary: £4.81
Salary Frequency: Per hour
This job is connected with: Horton Housing Association