Connexus is a community focused housing group which aims to deliver high quality homes and services across Shropshire and Herefordshire. The work we do is varied, and no two days are the same.

You’ll be joining a team which provides a wide range of excellent support services including independent living for older people, providing specialist accommodation and services for younger people, and managing a refuge and other safe accommodation for those fleeing domestic abuse.

Our teams also provide supported temporary accommodation for those aged 18-55 who have complex needs. Some roles involve providing help locally in the community, supporting and offering specialist advice and working with our partners to prevent homelessness.

We provide an excellent offer for colleagues which includes flexible working options combined with some fantastic benefits. We’re here to support colleagues at every step of the way with training and development opportunities, helping you make the most of your career. If you want to work with like-minded people and would like to make a difference to the lives of our customers, Connexus could be the right fit for you.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Younger Persons Support Officer to join our team at Bath Street.

We are looking for a positive and engaging support officer to deliver high quality support outcomes with the use of SMART support plans to enable and prepare young people to successfully transition into independence.

A big part of this role is around engagement so you should be able to build good working relationships with our young people. Your focus will be on youth engagement including planning and running regular resident meetings and workshops and have emphasis on youth voice, culture and diversity.

You need to be confident when dealing with outside agencies to aid the growth of the service by developing new links and partnerships within the local community, with particular emphasis on training, employment and work-based activities.

Are you able to engage young people? Can you think outside the box? Are you able to remain calm in times of crisis? If yes, this role could be for you!

The hours are based on a 7-day rota on shifts 9am to 5pm, 10am to 6pm or 2pm to 10pm,

If you would like further information about the role, or for an informal chat, please contact Sarah Peach, Younger Persons Deputy Manager, on 07817866073.

In return we will offer

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  Up to 30 days Annual Leave + Statutory bank holidays, with the ability to buy or sell leave
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  Non-contributory Healthcare Cash Plan
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  Generous Pension Scheme
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  Continuous learning and development opportunities
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  Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay

Closing Date for applications: Midnight, Sunday 15 January 2023

Shortlisting Date: Monday 16 January 2023

Interview Date: Thursday 19 January 2023

Connexus is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all our colleagues to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees or volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment.

We encourage applications from BAME applicants who are under represented at this level of role.