Gap Personnel
Community Support Officer
Community Support Officer at Gap Personnel, based in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- Not given by the employer
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
- Closing date
- Sector
- Public Sector & Charity
- Immediate start
Reference DSCCOM
About the role
Are you passionate about supporting people to live independently and improving wellbeing within local communities? We are recruiting for a Community Support Officer on a temporary 3-month contract initially to support residents living within Independent Living accommodation schemes.
About the Role
As a Community Support Officer, you will provide person-centred support to residents, helping them maintain their independence, wellbeing, and safety. You will be a key point of contact for residents, offering practical support, guidance, and signposting to relevant services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Complete and review support plans and risk assessments to help residents maintain their independence.
- Encourage participation in community activities and promote resident engagement.
- Respond to resident enquiries and concerns in a professional and timely manner.
- Support residents with the use of emergency alarm systems and digital safety equipment.
- Identify and escalate safeguarding concerns and changes in resident needs through appropriate channels.
- Work closely with health, social care, voluntary sector partners, and other agencies to ensure residents can access the support they need.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with policies and data protection requirements.
What We're Looking For
- Experience in a wellbeing-focused role.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to manage a varied workload and prioritise effectively.
- Understanding of safeguarding and supporting vulnerable adults.
- Confidence working independently while also being part of a wider team.
- Good IT and record-keeping skills.
- A compassionate, professional, and resident-focused approach.
Why Apply?
- Opportunity to make a genuine difference within the community.
- Varied and rewarding role supporting residents to live independently.
- Supportive team environment.
- Immediate start available.
- Temporary 3-month assignment initially, with the possibility of extension depending on service requirements.
Apply Today
If you are passionate about supporting people, building positive relationships, and helping residents maintain their independence, we'd love to hear from you.
Reference: DSCCOM · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 12 Nov 2026 · Listed via Gap Personnel
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