Community Support Worker

Would you like to make a lasting impact on the lives of older people in York?

At Age UK York, we're committed to creating a city where older people can thrive, feel valued, and enjoy life to the fullest. Through our services, support, and advocacy, we help improve the lives of older people across York every day. Join our team and be part of something meaningful. Together, we can make a lasting difference.

If you enjoy:

working with older people in the community
working with people one-on-one to achieve a goal
supporting people to increase their confidence
working collaboratively in a team, and alongside volunteers to provide the person with companionship and support
we want to hear from you.

The Community Support Worker is a rewarding role for people who thrive on supporting people to retain or regain their independence and remain safe in their local community.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Community Support Worker you will:

Provide initial support to the older person for up to 16 weeks. If the person requires further support, they will be supported to access a range of other services.
Carry out a wide range of activities to enable the client to use their own strengths and resources to remain at home, prevent hospital admission and engage in their community.
Visit clients usually in their home to identify what needs they have to enable them to maintain their independence and to help address these needs where appropriate through regular contact.
Create befriending matches when needed, choosing the right people for the person you are supporting.
Providing support and training to befriending volunteers.

Further information

Location: St. Edmund's House | Organisation: Age UK York

Salary: £23,906.19 | Job type: Part time | Hours:

Benefits:
£23,906.19 A genuinely friendly and supportive environment Generous holidays – 26.5 days plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time employees). Additional leave – an extra day of long service. Birthday day off Enhanced sick pay after 6 months of service Flexible work schedule Potential for funding towards professional qualifications Employee discounts Free eye test Free flu jab

Closing date: 23-08-2026

How to apply:
Please provide your CV and a covering letter detailing what interests you about this role and how you would be suited to it to [email protected] . If you would like an informal discussion about this role please contact Karen Dransfield, Supporting Independence Service manager on 01904 933623 or e-mail [email protected], Monday to Thursday during office hours.

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Community Support