Lead Worker

We are looking for a capable and enthusiastic Lead Worker to join the team at Martha Jones House, a 50 bed hostel in Vauxhall.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is keen to develop their knowledge and skills and play a role in shaping the provision of our support work. As a bridge between front line staff and management the lead worker role is also an excellent introduction into the senior roles within hostels.

The focus of your work will be to support and encourage clients to become more independent, maximise income and reduce arrears and increase move on and throughput in the hostel. You will ensure the environment is safe, healthy, and reflective of our ethos and supports our client's aims.

This will require you to be outcome focussed, fostering a culture of high performance and continual improvement on your and the team's successes.

At Thames Reach we are committed to helping homeless and vulnerable people to live in decent homes, build supportive relationships and lead fulfilling lives. Our vision is to end street homelessness and our aim is to achieve the highest standards and effectiveness in service delivery to vulnerable people.

You will be:

• organised and efficient in your work
• excellent at communicating and problem solving
• confident in your ability to support clients
• competent at using a computer and a range of software packages
• committed to developing your knowledge and skills
• responsive and flexible to the needs of the team and the clients

As well as a great working environment we also offer:

• Support to develop your leadership and strategic skills.
• A contributory pension scheme, tuition aid and management specific training.
• 29 days holiday and 8 paid bank holidays.

Closing date: Thursday, 12 August 2021

Thames Reach is committed to achieving a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We value, respect, and celebrate diversity. We welcome and encourage applicants from all sections of the community regardless of their history of homelessness, sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religious belief.

For more information and to apply please visit our website.