South West based charitable housing association BCHA was founded over 50 years ago with a continuing mission to meet housing need and end homelessness. We aim to achieve this through the building and provision of affordable and secure homes, and by supporting individuals to take control and lead independent, fulfilled lives. Whether we are developing sites or supporting people with housing, learning or living skills, we believe in equality, the importance of every individual and the right to be valued and treated with dignity and respect. Our doors are open to everyone.

We’ve developed an innovative engagement model informed by our extensive experience delivering Housing First services, our partnership with Homeless Link, and respected research from The King’s Fund. Now, we’re looking for a passionate Specialist Support Worker to join our team and help us drive meaningful change in the lives of those who need it most.

What You’ll Do:

• As a Specialist Support Worker, you’ll deliver intensive, personalised support to a small caseload of individuals who have experienced homelessness. Your role will focus on:
• Helping individuals access and maintain suitable accommodation
• Supporting them in engaging with opportunities for meaningful occupation
• Building trust-based relationships to promote positive and sustained change
• You’ll work within a values-led framework that promotes dignity, empowerment, and choice. The support you provide will be truly person-centred, respecting the unique journey of each individual.
• You will lone working on an outreach basis with customers on a frequent basis.

Why Join Us?

• A Rewarding Role: You’ll have the chance to make a direct impact on the lives of customers, supporting their journey to success and unlocking their potential.
• A Collaborative Environment: You’ll be part of a friendly, passionate, and dedicated team committed to making a difference.
• Opportunities for Growth: BCHA is committed to your personal and professional development. You’ll have access to training and mentoring.

If you’re ready to be part of an inspiring team that is dedicated to transforming lives through support, signposting and engagement, we’d love to hear from you. Join us at BCHA Learn and help us make a difference!

BCHA Safer Recruitment: Safeguarding children and adults is our first priority and we will ensure we follow safer recruitment procedures.

As an employer, we will do everything possible to prevent unsuitable people obtaining employment with BCHA. Our overall aim is to ‘deter unsuitable applicants from applying for roles with children and adults, and we will ensure that all candidates are treated fairly, consistently and in compliance with current legislation.

BCHA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of people, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

Experience building trust-based relationships to promote positive and sustained change