Assistant Residential Service Worker (Union Housing)

Post Ref: CC710

Please note: At risk or redeployee applicants may be given priority.

Are you imaginative, resourceful and consider change positively? Do you want to make a difference to the lives of people with mental health needs? If so, you may have the the qualities we’re looking for!

The Union Housing Scheme supports adults with severe and enduring mental health needs. We offer a safe, supportive environment where people can develop confidence, build daily living skills and feel part of their community. Your contribution will help people move towards greater independence in a way that is respectful, encouraging and person centred.

As an Assistant Residential Service Worker, you will work directly with residents to help them feel safe, settled and supported in their day to day lives.

Your responsibilities will include:
• Assisting with the assessment and planning of individual support needs
• Encouraging involvement in daily routines and community activities
• Providing support with household tasks and maintaining agreed standards in shared and individual spaces
• Recording observations and sharing concerns about wellbeing with senior staff
• Helping with budgeting, medication routines and other practical tasks within agreed procedures
• Maintaining accurate records and contributing positively to a small, supportive team

This is a hands on role focused on providing practical, emotional and routine support that helps people build confidence and stability.

We welcome applicants who are motivated, compassionate and confident working with people who may be vulnerable or in distress. You will need:
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience supporting people in a caring, health or community setting
• An understanding of mental health needs, confidentiality and equality
• Basic IT skills and the ability to keep accurate records
• A Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification (or willingness to work towards it)
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes

This is a 24 hour service, and you will work a rota including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep ins, across a variety of premises in the Halifax area.

For an informal discussion on the role, please contact Simon Oakley, Scheme Manager on 07810 857063

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS (formerly CRB) from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.

Closing Date: 11th October 2026
Interview Date: TBC

This role is based in the UK. Home Office guidance states that candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa.

If you do not have the right to work in the UK, you must consider your own eligibility for sponsorship for a particular role through the Skilled Worker visa route before applying. To be eligible for sponsorship you'll usually need to be paid the standard salary rate of at least £41,700 per year (unless exceptions apply) and meet the other eligibility criteria. Ensure you are eligible before applying.

We may utilise digital interview methods.

As part of our Vision (https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/) we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.

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