Dorset Council
Relief Support Worker - Weymouth
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We are seeking a reliable and compassionate Relief Support Worker to provide flexible cover for staff holidays, sickness, and occasional additional staffing needs. Shifts may include evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
You will support guests with day-to-day needs, provide one-to-one guidance, accompany them to appointments, and encourage engagement in positive activities that promote wellbeing and independence. Some lone working is required, so confidence, good judgement, and clear communication are essential.
Key Duties
- Providing one-to-one support and managing a small caseload
- Completing inductions, support plans, and risk assessments
- Supporting access to housing, healthcare, benefits, and essential services
- Encouraging participation in wellbeing activities and community engagement
- Maintaining accurate case notes and safeguarding records
- Responding calmly and professionally to challenging behavior
- Working independently during lone-working shifts
- Liaising with partner agencies including housing, health, probation, and Dorset Police
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How to Apply
Applications should be sent to [email protected]
Further Information
We Are Looking For Someone With
- Experience supporting vulnerable adults with complex needs
- Confidence responding to challenging behavior with empathy and clear boundaries
- Ability to work independently and within a supportive team
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- A caring, resilient, and non-judgemental approach
- Good IT skills and safeguarding awareness
- A full UK driving licence
- NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care (desirable but not essential)
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What We Offer
- £13.45 per hour
- Flexible relief shifts
- Training, reflective practice, and clinical supervision
- Supportive, values-driven team environment
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day
About Us
The Bus Shelter Dorset is an award-winning local charity providing safe accommodation and intensive support to people experiencing homelessness. Our work is rooted in compassion, dignity, and non-judgement, and we were honored to receive the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service in 2022.
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