Approved Residential Worker

Female Approved Premises Residential Worker
Location: Bedford, MK40 2AP
Pay Rate: -16.39 p/h PAYE, -21.59 UMBRELLA
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 Service for 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.


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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