Female Approved Premises Residential Worker

Female Approved Premises Residential Worker
Location: Bedford, MK40 2AP
Pay Rate: £14.99 p/h
Shifts: 37 hours per week (on a rota basis), 3 x 12-hour shifts followed by 4 days off (including nights and weekends - uplifted rates apply)
Contract: 6 months with possibility of extension

Red Snapper Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of the Probation Servicefor a Female Approved Premises Residential Worker.

This is a frontline support role within a female-only residential facility for individuals on probation.
You'll play a crucial part in supporting residents to stabilise, engage with services, and progress towards independent living and reduced reoffending.
Important Note: Due to the nature of the role, this job is open to female applicants only, in line with the Occupational Requirement (Equality Act 2010).

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a supportive and safe residential environment for residents
• Monitor resident behaviour, complete room checks, and ensure compliance with AP rules
• Conduct safety and security duties, including CCTV monitoring and key access controls
• Support residents through risk-informed supervision and practical guidance
• Contribute to risk management and safeguarding protocols
• Record accurate case notes and update probation systems

What We're Looking For

• Experience supporting vulnerable adults in settings such as homelessness, mental health, substance misuse, or criminal justice (other care experience not suitable)
• Comfortable working shift patterns, including nights and weekends on a rota basis
• Understanding of the challenges faced by female service users
• Ability to manage sensitive issues with professionalism and discretion
• A Background in Criminal Justice or Probation is desirable but not essential

An Enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.
Deadline for Applications: 24/06/2025

If this role is not for you but you do know somebody who would be interested please refer them. We have a referral bonus scheme and will pay £75, in retail vouchers of your choice, for referrals who are not already known to us.

Due to the high volume of applications received, if you do not hear from us within 7 working days, I am afraid your application has been unsuccessful.

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