“I would not be where I am without this help”

Are you ready to make a real difference; treating people who are experiencing significant challenges in their lives with compassion and understanding, helping them to use their own unique talents and strengths to develop a life of their choice?

Are you looking for flexible hours, a real living wage and the opportunity to gain new skills and experience?

If this has sparked your interest then we would love to hear from you.

We are an organisation that values the unique qualities we all have, whatever our background and circumstances, and the opportunity to bring our authentic selves to work. We are an anti-discriminatory organisation and we work hard to challenge oppression in whatever forms it takes. 

If you feel a sense of activism, enjoy a challenging and rewarding role, and recognise yourself in Julian Support’s values, then we would like find out more about what makes you tick.

We are looking for enthusiastic and creative people who enjoy making a difference to come and join our supported housing teams in West Ipswich, and in West Suffolk (Bury St Edmunds).

What does it involve?

You will be working alongside people living in our supported housing services, proactively helping them to gain the confidence, skills and motivation they need to move on into the community. You will recognise that even in the most difficult of situations, people are often relying on a range of strengths and skills to cope and survive. You will use your ability to connect with people and develop their trust to help them to overcome barriers and achieve their goals.

 “I love the job that I do and feel I am fulfilling a ‘calling’”

Tell me a bit more about the job?

As a Relief Worker you will be working within a friendly and knowledgeable team of professional staff, providing flexible cover as required. Hours offered will be variable, including evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts. You will have the flexibility to accept hours that fit in around your own life and commitments.

What experience do I need?

Most importantly we are looking for people with a positive, person-centred approach to helping others and a desire to make a real difference. You will value individuality and take a non-judgemental and anti-authoritarian approach to providing support. You may have previous experience of supporting others, either in a professional or personal capacity, or you may have experience of overcoming challenges in your own life. Whatever your background, full training and support will be provided to ensure you have the knowledge and skills required to fulfil the role. 

How do I apply?

Please read through the Job Description. If you would like to apply for the position of Relief Worker then send us a copy of your CV and a supporting statement telling us a bit more about you, what gets you fired up, and why you would like to work for Julian Support. Feel free to be as creative as you like with your supporting statement; it could be in the form of a letter, a blog, a video or a podcast.

To apply for West Suffolk (Bury St Edmunds) please send your CV and supporting statement to Lesley Parker (Service Manager) at l.parker@juliansupport.org.

To apply for West Ipswich please send your CV and supporting statement to Syreeta Carr (Service Manager) at s.carr@juliansupport.org. 

We will also need you to complete our equal opportunities form. This helps us to monitor who applies in order that we may target our recruitment campaigns to underrepresented people and communities. Please send this to Rachel, our Human Resources Advisor at r.hinkley@juliansuppor.org.

DON’T DELAY, DO IT TODAY!

We will also be holding a virtual information session over Microsoft Teams on the 28^th September 2021 so we can talk through what the job involves in a bit more detail and answer any questions you may have. If you would like to be part of the session, please let us know via l.parker@juliansupport.org and we will send an invite to your email address.  

I would not be where I am without this help”

Are you ready to make a real difference; working with people who are experiencing significant challenges in their lives with compassion and understanding, helping them to use their own unique talents and strengths to develop a life of their choice.

If this has sparked your interest then we would love to hear from you.

We are an organisation that values the unique qualities we all have, whatever our background and circumstances, and the opportunity to bring our authentic selves to work. We are an anti-discriminatory organisation and we work hard to challenge oppression in whatever forms it takes.

If you feel a sense of activism, enjoy a challenging and rewarding role, and recognise yourself in Julian Support’s values, then we would like find out more about what makes you tick.

You will be part of a team who provide on-site support for adults with complex mental health needs at our Bramford Place and Gippeswyk Avenue sites in Ipswich. We support people to identify and use their strengths to help manage the things in life they find difficult and thereby promote recovery and independence. We are looking for enthusiastic and creative people who enjoy a making a difference to come and join us.

What does it involve?

You will be working alongside people living at our supported housing service, proactively helping them to gain the confidence, skills and motivation they need to move on into the community. You will recognise that even in the most difficult of situations, people are often relying on a range of strengths and skills to cope and survive. You will use your ability to connect with people and develop their trust to help them to overcome barriers and achieve their goals.

“I love the job that I do and feel I am fulfilling a ‘calling”

Do I have to have experience?

Most importantly we are looking for people with a positive, person-centred approach to helping others and a desire to make a real difference. You will value individuality and take a non-judgemental and anti-authoritarian approach to providing support. You may have previous experience of supporting others, either in a professional or personal capacity, or you may have experience of overcoming challenges in your own life. Whatever your background, full training and support will be provided to ensure you have the knowledge and skills required to fulfil the role.

Tell me a bit more about the job?

We are a 24-hour supported housing service, with a 10-week rolling rota, which will include day shifts and sleep ins. The service is based across 2 sites, so there is the expectation that as and when required you will work at both. You will be working within a friendly and knowledgeable team of professional staff. You will work alongside our teams Recovery Co-ordinators to have and understanding of tasks for the people you will be working with. You will receive a comprehensive induction when you join us as well as training through our annual cycle. We are currently recruiting for;

1x 37 hours per week - permanent position.

1x 21 hours per week  - permanent position,

1x 30 hours temporary position – fixed term until 31.03.2022 with the possibility of this being extended.

How do I apply?

Please read through the Job Description. If you would like to apply for the position of Support Worker, send us a copy of your CV and a supporting statement telling us a bit more about you, what gets you fired up, and why you would like to be part of this team. We will need to receive your CV and supporting statement no later than the 11th of October 2021. Feel free to be creative with your supporting statement; it could be in the form of a letter, a blog, a video or a podcast. Please send your CV and supporting statement to s.carr@juliansupport.org.

We will also need you to complete our equal opportunities form. This helps us to monitor who applies in order that we may target our recruitment campaigns to underrepresented people and communities. Please send this to Rachel, our Human Resources Advisor at r.hinkley@juliansuppor.org

DON’T DELAY, DO IT TODAY!

We will also be holding a virtual information session over Microsoft Teams on the 4 th of October 2021 between 12.00pm and 14.00pm so we can talk through what the job involves in a bit more detail and answer any questions you may have. If you would like to be part of the session, please let us know via s.carr@juliansupport.org and we will send an invite to your email address.

We will be conducting individual interviews on October 19th 2021 and if your application is successful, we will contact you with an interview time. These will be held in person at our office at 14-16 Clarkson Street, Ipswich IP1 2JD.