Financial Resilience Support Worker

About the job

Key information

• 25.5 hours per week (Some flexibility is required, including evenings and weekends depending on need)
• £26,000-£28,000 pro rata depending on experience
• Fixed term contract
• Location – The Balsam Centre in Wincanton with some travel around neighbouring villages. Meetings across Somerset may be required.

Help people access practical support, overcome financial challenges, and connect with services that can make a real difference.
We’re looking for someone with empathy, great people skills, and a passion for supporting others. No finance experience required.

What will I be doing?

The Balsam Centre is looking for a compassionate and motivated Financial Resilience Support Worker to join our team, supporting individuals and families across South East Somerset who are facing financial hardship.

​The successful candidate will help people access practical support, strengthen their financial resilience, and connect with services that can make a real difference to their lives.

They will be part of a wider partnership working to reduce financial stress, improve wellbeing, and support stronger communities.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

Finance experience is not critical, it is more important that the candidate can build relationships with people.

​If you’re experienced in supporting people, have a person-centred approach, and want a role where every day makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

What is in it for me?

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Bonus Birthday Day off
• Discounted gym membership
• Free parking in public car park​

Supporting documents and information

If you are interested in applying you can view the job description below. To apply please download the application form our website or below and send it to: hr@balsamcentre.org.uk

​​​The deadline for applications to be submitted is 20 November. Candidates will need to be available w/c 30 November for interviews.

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