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Supported Housing Officer Circa £25,373 per annum depending on skills and experience 37 hours per week 7% employer pension contribution, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays ABOUT LAUNCHPAD Based in central Reading, Launchpad provides vital information and support for vulnerable individuals, couples and families in Reading who do not have a stable place to live or are at risk of losing their home. Founded as a soup kitchen in 1979 by students at the University of Reading, the charity now provides a holistic service that works in three ways - we prevent homelessness, provide homes and rebuild lives. THE ROLE Launchpad provides supported housing for six to twelve months. During this time your client works through a personalized support plan so you will need an innovative and dynamic approach to support and a passion for positive outcomes. As a Supported Housing Officer you will work with clients with complex needs with a view to assisting them to gain independent living skills that enable them to sustain a tenancy and move forward with their lives. You will manage a case load of clients taking a person-centred approach, supporting them to work towards independence, whilst you also work collaboratively with partner agencies to reach positive outcomes. You will also provide resettlement support for your case load when clients move on into independent living. We are looking for a candidate who is: <ul><li>Professional, approachable, confident and empathetic whilst maintaining appropriate boundaries</li><li>Able to manage own caseload of clients and produce support plans and risk assessments</li><li>Resilient to deal with challenging people and maintain motivation levels</li><li>Experienced in working with vulnerable people </li><li>Experience in support and housing (desirable)</li><li>Knowledgeable about basic IT software (Word, Excel and Outlook)</li></ul>Please follow the link to apply: Supported Housing Officer The closing date for applications is Friday 6th June. Interviews will be taking place after the closing date. Whilst appointments will always be made on the merits of the application and performance in the selection process, Launchpad is committed to achieving greater diversity, inclusion and equity in our workforce - and actively encourages and welcomes applications regardless of sex, gender, race, age, sexuality, beliefs or disability. If you require any adjustments to the application, recruitment or selection procedure, please contact our HR team.

Supported Housing Officer

Salary £35,081 to £52,595 p.a. (dependent on experience) plus essential car user allowance and flexible workingFull-time (36 hours flexible)We are looking for two officers to join our busy but friendly and supportive Environmental Health team. You will work in the Residential team and you will be responsible for the licensing of houses in multiple occupation as well as undertaking programmed and reactive inspections including compliance visits to rented properties in addition to the investigation of complaints about housing conditions.You will be enthusiastic, committed, self-motivated and have a positive attitude. You must be an excellent communicator and team player with sound time management skills and be confident in dealing with members of the public.&nbsp;You must be able to demonstrate your ability to adapt to changing priorities and work to tight deadlines.In addition to the car user allowance, we can offer excellent conditions of service with a benefits package that includes pension scheme, free parking, payment of professional fees and flexible working arrangements.For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Susan Turp, Principal Environmental Health Officer on 01784 446258, or you can email on <a href="mailto:s.turp@spelthorne.gov.uk" target="_blank">s.turp@spelthorne.gov.uk</a>.This post is identified as a hybrid post supporting both office and home working in line with Spelthorne Borough Council’s policy. The post holder will be required to attend the office in line with a rota and any service requirements.The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for customer facing posts.&nbsp; These posts fall within the scope of the Code of Practice on English language requirement for public sector workers.&nbsp; The Council, therefore, has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. If you have any queries or would like to discuss this further, please contact Human Resources.Please note as part of the employment checks this post will subject to a basic Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Closing date: 30 June 2025 (Noon)Interviews: week commencing 14 July 2025Previous applicants need not apply.To apply please use the ‘apply online’ at the bottom of the page.CVs can only be accepted in support of a completed application form.&nbsp;Unfortunately, we are unable to reply to all candidates.&nbsp; If we have not contacted, you within 3 weeks of the closing date then your application has been unsuccessful.All shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email after the closing date.&nbsp;Working towards equal opportunitiesStrictly No Agencies

Housing Standards Officer or Senior Housing Standards Officer

Job Description Homeless Outreach Support Worker Location: Guildford HOST Salary £25,965.41 per annum, (£27,112.48 per annum is achieved after 18 months successful performance in the role) Apply by 06/06/2025 Introduction This is a brilliant and unique opportunity to join our very dynamic and enthusiastic Homeless Outreach Support Team (HOST) in Guildford. Together, we will be able to transform the lives of people who has been affected by the trauma of homelessness in this area. So, we are looking for a person who needs to be resilient, empathetic and with positive attitude to support people to move away from homelessness and settle into the community. What will you do? Our aim is having tailored Support in place for vulnerable people who has been suffering from or at Risk of Homelessness using the Trauma Informed Care principles through the Psychologically Informed Environment model. The Homeless Outreach Worker post holder will be responsible for the delivery of a knowledgeable, creative, and highly personalised support service to people who are rough sleeping or at risk of rough sleeping. You will work flexibly, on your own and as part of the team to support each client, negotiating solutions to access suitable housing and offering opportunities to engage with a range of other services to promote good health and wellbeing and reduce the risk of future homelessness. Riverside are looking to recruit for this post a full time Outreach Worker in Guildford working 37.5 hours per week. Working hours Mon to Fri, shifts are during business core hours of 7am - 6pm with occasional early outreach. Working Pattern: as per rota You will work through challenging barriers, but you will be rewarding when you are knowing that your support is making a difference in people's lives by transforming them into more resilient and independent lives. Job responsibilities <ul> <li>You'll be working from one of our supported services and you'll support a number of different people. </li> <li>Provide a housing related support service to clients who are homeless and are in need of temporary accommodation.</li> <li>Attend meetings within the local partnership focussed on problem solving and information sharing.</li> <li>Feeding back relevant information to the team related to the support of our customers</li> <li>Ensuring the delivery of individual personalised support packages, reflective of different client needs, including culture and diversity issues.</li> <li>Undertake assertive outreach, visiting known sleep sites, searching for new rough sleepers in response to reports and carrying out regular early morning/late evening checks to maintain an overview of the current rough sleeping situation in Guildford.</li></ul>(This involves walking up hills, flights of stairs and occasionally rough terrain) <ul> <li>Take steps to form positive and supportive relationships with clients from first point of contact, adapting your approach as necessary to maintain good relations for the duration of their time with the service. </li> <li>Carry out assessments of need with sensitivity, asking questions to clarify understanding and listening carefully to find out what is important to your clients. </li> <li>Work with clients to agree next steps and develop a plan to support the client to find the accommodation and other help. The ability to have open and frank discussions with people and manage expectations is essential. </li> <li>Make referrals to a wide range of specialist services e.g. mental health, substance misuse, housing etc. to address the wider needs of the client and do what is needed to help clients maintain engagement. E.g. texting reminders, attending appointments, discussing concerns.</li> <li>Providing ongoing practical help, advice, information, support and encouragement to clients throughout their involvement with the service, keeping in daily contact (or as otherwise agreed) to update on progress.</li> <li>You'll support our customers in a variety of ways. For example, linking them in with employability coaches and other support agencies, helping them manage their money, signing up for benefits or to move on to a more permanent home.</li> <li>It'll be your job to help boost their confidence and support them on their journey as they rebuild their lives.</li> <li>Through all of this you'll need to keep records of everything, so there is some admin to do. </li></ul>As a minimum requirement you'll need: • An understanding of the challenges, traumas and barriers faced by people at risk of homelessness. • An understanding diverse customers group and vulnerable individual with complex needs. • Team player with a caring, empathetic, flexible approach and a resilient, can-do attitude. • Excellent time management with the ability to prioritise on a daily basis to do your work effectively. • Effective communication skills • The ability to demonstrate initiative and the confidence to make and act on decisions. • Competent administrative and IT skills and ability to produce reports and other communications. Ideally you'll also have: • An understanding of supporting vulnerable people • Knowledge of Psychological or Trauma Informed approaches to support. • Experience of working in challenging environments with the ability to plan, prioritise and organise tasks to achieve results. • Knowledge of current benefit systems particularly Universal Credit. • Knowledge of processes involve in accessing Rent deposit accommodation and Private rent. • Clean driving licence and access to their own car Does this describe you? You demonstrate an optimistic, flexible and non-judgemental approach and have excellent verbal and written communication skills with individuals from a variety of different backgrounds. You have an understanding of the barriers faced by vulnerable customer groups and experience working with individuals with complex needs as well as from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds. You are experienced in delivering structured support and risk management in a supported environment. You are not only able to work independently and use own initiative but within a multi-disciplinary team. You are proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programmes and comfortable with learning additional company specific systems where required. While by no means compulsory, it would be to your advantage if you have knowledge of the current benefit systems, housing regulations and how these impact locally as well as Trauma Informed Care with psychologically informed approaches to support our customers. Click on the job description linked below to see a full list of our essential requirements. What's in it for you? In return for your hard work and dedication, we offer you: • Access to ongoing personal career development opportunities through Learning Zone • Pension Scheme • Eye tests, glasses and lenses • Riverside Rewards scheme and app, providing valuable access to discounted benefits including high street and online savings • 25 days holiday per year Who are Riverside? We are one of the UK's leading social housing and regeneration organisations. We are a group of not-for-profit and commercial companies with a charitable housing association at our core. Operating across 150+ local authorities in England and Scotland and housing 90,000+ people, we are fully committed to improving the lives of thousands of individuals and families. We seek to transform lives and revitalise neighbourhoods. Is Riverside for you? We want you to feel empowered and that your voice is truly heard. Being a company focused on people, we treat our customers with this same respect. We trust you to protect our customers, our people and our business and we see outstanding worth in those with the courage to take responsibility, innovate and find solutions. Your focus on performance and ambition is rewarded with development opportunities. With Riverside, you can achieve. If you're thinking of joining us as a Support Worker, we'd love to hear from you. We encourage applicants from all sections of the community so that we can truly reflect the neighbourhoods in which we work. Please Note: Riverside are putting in measures to protect candidates and our colleagues from Covid-19. Whilst we are still continuing to recruit for this position and other roles in the organisation we will be implementing virtual interviews. About Us Riverside is one of the UK's leading not-for-profit social housing and regeneration organisations, owning or managing around 75,000 homes from Irvine to Kent. We are a leading provider of supported housing services, particularly for those affected by homelessness, and our track record of transforming lives and revitalising neighbourhoods dates back over 90 years. We have plans to build over 15,000 affordable homes over the next decade. Our ways of working Commitment to Diversity

Homeless Outreach Support Worker

The vacancy Hours: 25 hours per week Shift Pattern: Flexible working options between core office hours and days. 4 day working week preferred. Are you passionate about making a positive difference and providing high quality services? Do you really care about people? Want great benefits, flexible working and learning and development opportunities to boot? You'll fit in well here. We're growing. Quickly. In the last three years alone, we have commissioned 16 new Extra Care schemes that provide quality housing and care for older people of modest means. We're constantly looking for ways to make things better, always putting our residents and people at the heart of what we do. We have big ambitions and are looking for superstars to join us. In Extra Care, our residents live independently in their own homes within our schemes, complete with communal lounges, gardens, cafés/bistros and salons. The role of a Housing Manager is to ensure residents receive a high quality and responsive service in a safe and secure environment, including providing support where necessary, and encouraging independence and choice. The successful candidate will also ensure that landlord duties are discharged in accordance with Housing 21 policies and procedures. To qualify for the role, you will have: <ul> <li>Experience of supervising and managing a small team, ideally within an organisation providing Social Housing</li> <li>Experience of providing a professional, high quality housing service to older and/ or vulnerable people</li> <li>Experience of Housing Management &amp; Maintenance</li> <li>Experience of Housing aid and advice</li> <li>Experience of working within a secure and confidential environment and dealing with sensitive personal information</li> <li>Good general standard of education with GCSE's (Grade C or above) in English and Maths</li> <li>Substantial administrative experience</li> <li>Sound knowledge of Health and Safety legislation</li> <li>Knowledge of the Social Housing Sector and the relevant Legislation and regulations</li></ul>The benefits At Housing 21 we're proud to be bucking the trend as a care provider by actively recognising the importance of our customer-facing employees and rewarding them accordingly. You will receive: <ul> <li>Pension scheme</li> <li>Holiday pay</li> <li>Holiday purchase scheme</li> <li>Occupational Sick Pay</li> <li>Occupational Maternity/Paternity Pay</li> <li>Health Cash Plan</li> <li>Blue Light Card (offering discounts across retail, hospitality and leisure)</li> <li>Income protection</li> <li>Eye care vouchers</li> <li>Car lease scheme</li> <li>Cycle to Work scheme</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme</li> <li>Support to progress and develop</li></ul>As part of our commitment to our employees and offering flexibility, Housing 21 now offer a nine-day fortnight, providing employees with the opportunity to work their hours across nine days. Further details on how this works, will be discussed with successful candidates upon offer being made. If you require more information before applying for this role, please see the attached job profile. An offer of employment will be subject to the satisfactory completion of an enhanced disclosure check, satisfactory references, and induction training. Closing date for applications 1 June 2025 Due to the nature of this role this advert may close earlier than the closing date listed and once sufficient applications have been received. Please apply early to avoid disappointment. About us We know that great people make a great organisation, which is why we put people at the heart of everything we do. You are as valuable to us as our corporate employees, which is why we offer occupational sick pay, occupational maternity and paternity pay and benefits such as the Blue Light Card to all our Extra Care employees. At Housing 21 we pride ourselves on being passionate about people and are committed to investing in those who work for us to help them to be the best they can be. When you work for us, you will be joining an organisation that holds the Investors in People Platinum standard and was rated the UK's third Best Place to Work in 2024 by Glassdoor. Our people are our foundation, and we know how important it is to support them to do what they do best, whether through flexible working, learning new skills or being part of a friendly and supportive workplace culture. You shouldn't have to choose between a career and care, and we want to support you to advance your career with us, which is why we have a dedicated learning pathway through our Extra Care Academy that could lead to future roles with salaries of £50,000! A career in care means you can make a difference and help our residents to live independently in their own homes. We are incredibly proud of the culture we have created and celebrate the positive difference we make to society. If you think you're ready for a new challenge and able to make a difference, then come and join us! Benefits Blue Light Card Discounted retail, leisure and hospitality Holiday trade scheme Funded health cash plan Occupational maternity pay / paternity pay Pension contributions Occupational sick pay Lifestyle discounts Car salary sacrifice and leasing scheme Learning and development opportunities

Housing Manager

The Vacancy PART TIME - 24hrs - Weekend Only HCC Social Inclusion - Dene Court provides accommodation and 24/7 support for up to 18 clients with complex and high-level support needs. There is also capacity to provide one emergency bed which is accessed via the Council. Our aim is to provide person-centred support to our clients, empowering them to gain the life skills they require to move on to more independent living. We also work with a range of agencies to maximise the support and opportunities for clients. Although this can be a challenging role, it's also very rewarding. This is an exciting role, where no two days will be the same, you will take part in various tasks, such as running client activities and life skills projects. If you love working with people and want to make a difference in the lives of those you support, then please apply! JOB PURPOSE To lead on the case management of clients and be part of a team that supports them in keeping them safe and helping them achieve their goals. To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES <ul> <li>To assess the needs of each client, helping to develop their individual support plan to achieve their goals</li> <li>To produce and regularly review comprehensive client-based risk assessments</li> <li>To manage a caseload of clients on a one-to-one basis </li> <li>To support clients to gain and/or maintain accommodation or achieve outcomes defined by the service specification</li> <li>To engage with local authorities, health providers and other agencies, creating and maintaining constructive working relationships to maximise the opportunities available to clients</li> <li>To lead on client activities to help them gain practical life skills and encourage their engagement with the running of the service</li> <li>To support clients with managing their finances, paying rent, managing arrears and accessing benefits</li> <li>To encourage and signpost clients to the local community and to resources relevant to their aspirations including education, training, employment activity or volunteering </li> <li>To support clients in trauma informed and psychologically informed ways</li> <li>To adhere to safeguarding responsibilities, following our safeguarding policy and procedure</li> <li>To help maintain health and safety, ensuring clients, visitors and buildings are safe in accordance with Health and Safety regulations, policy and procedures</li> <li>To provide basic first aid assistance until help arrives (full training is provided)</li> <li>To work confidently and efficiently when lone working</li> <li>To maintain accurate records on our client management system and ensure these are stored in line with GDPR</li> <li>To maintain confidentiality</li> <li>To represent the organisation in a professional manner</li> <li>To carry out any other reasonable duties required in the interest of the organisation</li></ul>ROLE REQUIREMENTS <ul> <li>This role will require an Enhanced with Barred List(s) disclosure and barring service check is a requirement for this role. This would be completed on appointment of the role</li> <li>This role will require you to work with clients on a one-to-one basis</li> <li>This role will require you to work nights and/or weekends</li> <li>This role will require you to lone work</li></ul>ESSENTIAL CRITERIA <ul> <li>Strong communication skills, both verbal and written</li> <li>Clear verbal and written English </li> <li>Good keyboard skills for data inputting</li> <li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word</li> <li>Confident and assertive manner</li> <li>Ability to self-motivate as you will work on your own</li> <li>Effective team working </li> <li>Ability to respond calmly to crisis</li> <li>Deal promptly with and effectively react to challenging situations</li> <li>Have an interest and genuine concern for homelessness and related issues</li></ul>DESIRABLE CRITERIA <ul> <li>Experience of managing a caseload of clients </li> <li>Understanding of risk assessment and person-centred, outcomes-based delivery</li> <li>Understanding of the support needs of people experiencing homelessness or those with complex needs</li> <li>Knowledge of voluntary and statutory agencies, housing regulations and the benefits system</li></ul>We reserve the right to close our adverts early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible. About Us We offer support to people who are homeless, vulnerable or at risk of becoming homeless and need help rebuilding their lives for a brighter future. Our services include safe, flexible and reliable client led housing and support with a focus on reducing homelessness, improving health and wellbeing and building on individual's skills and resilience to break the cycle of homelessness, poverty and exclusion. We work in partnership with multiple agencies and authorities to deliver support and accommodation needs across Berkshire, Hampshire, Isle of Wight and Dorset. We are dedicated to safeguarding all young people and adults with our services. We follow safer recruitment practices for all our vacancies to assure that all successful candidates are suitable to work with our clients. We're committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that embodies our values and promotes a tolerant and respectful environment where everyone can feel empowered to succeed. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and will support with any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process. Our vision To be a safety net for people in tough times and the springboard to a brighter future. Our mission To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. Our values Everyone matters We know we're stronger together We do the right things, for the right reasons We never give up Our Gallery Previous Next Our Benefits Extra mile awards Pension with life cover Blue Light Card Champions of equality Employee assistance programme Staff discounts via Wider Wallet Dedication to wellbeing GP helpline Length of service awards Generous and flexible holiday Refer a friend scheme

Homeless Support Worker

The Vacancy PART TIME - 28hrs 4 shifts on 4 shifts off - Early, Late and Weekend shifts Wokingham Young People Services provides 24/7 support for up to seven young people aged 16-21 care leavers and looked after children. Our aim is to support to young people with their individual needs to enable them to gain life skills to move on to lower or independent supported living. This is a fast paced, energetic service. If you are looking for an exciting role, where you'll be making a difference in the lives of those you support, then this is the role for you! JOB PURPOSE To lead on the case management of clients and be part of a team that supports them in keeping them safe and helping them achieve their goals. To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES <ul> <li>To assess the needs of each client, helping to develop their individual support plan to achieve their goals</li> <li>To produce and regularly review comprehensive client-based risk assessments</li> <li>To manage a caseload of clients on a one-to-one basis </li> <li>To support clients to gain and/or maintain accommodation or achieve outcomes defined by the service specification</li> <li>To engage with local authorities, health providers and other agencies, creating and maintaining constructive working relationships to maximise the opportunities available to clients</li> <li>To lead on client activities to help them gain practical life skills and encourage their engagement with the running of the service</li> <li>To support clients with managing their finances, paying rent, managing arrears and accessing benefits</li> <li>To encourage and signpost clients to the local community and to resources relevant to their aspirations including education, training, employment activity or volunteering </li> <li>To support clients in trauma informed and psychologically informed ways</li> <li>To adhere to safeguarding responsibilities, following our safeguarding policy and procedure</li> <li>To help maintain health and safety, ensuring clients, visitors and buildings are safe in accordance with Health and Safety regulations, policy and procedures</li> <li>To provide basic first aid assistance until help arrives (full training is provided)</li> <li>To work confidently and efficiently when lone working</li> <li>To maintain accurate records on our client management system and ensure these are stored in line with GDPR</li> <li>To maintain confidentiality</li> <li>To represent the organisation in a professional manner</li> <li>To carry out any other reasonable duties required in the interest of the organisation</li></ul>ROLE REQUIREMENTS <ul> <li>This role will require an Enhanced with Barred List(s) disclosure and barring service check is a requirement for this role. This would be completed on appointment of the role</li> <li>This role may require a full drivers' licence and access to a vehicle</li> <li>This role will require you to work with clients on a one-to-one basis</li> <li>This role will require you to work nights and/or weekends</li> <li>This role will require you to lone work</li> <li>Professional experience with working with vulnerable young people a preference</li> <li>Knowledge of safeguarding children and adults a preference</li> <li>Knowledge of childhood ACE's a preference</li> <li>This is a varied role with lots of opportunity to learn news skills supporting various client groups within the care leavers sector</li> <li>Great opportunities to progress for the right candidate </li></ul>ESSENTIAL CRITERIA <ul> <li>Strong communication skills, both verbal and written</li> <li>Clear verbal and written English </li> <li>Good keyboard skills for data inputting</li> <li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word</li> <li>Confident and assertive manner</li> <li>Ability to self-motivate as you will work on your own</li> <li>Effective team working </li> <li>Ability to respond calmly to crisis</li> <li>Deal promptly with and effectively react to challenging situations</li> <li>Have an interest and genuine concern for homelessness and related issues</li></ul>DESIRABLE CRITERIA <ul> <li>Experience of managing a caseload of clients </li> <li>Understanding of risk assessment and person-centred, outcomes-based delivery</li> <li>Understanding of the support needs of people experiencing homelessness or those with complex needs</li> <li>Knowledge of voluntary and statutory agencies, housing regulations and the benefits system</li></ul>We reserve the right to close our adverts early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible. About Us We offer support to people who are homeless, vulnerable or at risk of becoming homeless and need help rebuilding their lives for a brighter future. Our services include safe, flexible and reliable client led housing and support with a focus on reducing homelessness, improving health and wellbeing and building on individual's skills and resilience to break the cycle of homelessness, poverty and exclusion. We work in partnership with multiple agencies and authorities to deliver support and accommodation needs across Berkshire, Hampshire, Isle of Wight and Dorset. We are dedicated to safeguarding all young people and adults with our services. We follow safer recruitment practices for all our vacancies to assure that all successful candidates are suitable to work with our clients. We're committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that embodies our values and promotes a tolerant and respectful environment where everyone can feel empowered to succeed. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and will support with any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process. Our vision To be a safety net for people in tough times and the springboard to a brighter future. Our mission To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. Our values Everyone matters We know we're stronger together We do the right things, for the right reasons We never give up Our Gallery Previous Next Our Benefits Extra mile awards Pension with life cover Blue Light Card Champions of equality Employee assistance programme Staff discounts via Wider Wallet Dedication to wellbeing GP helpline Length of service awards Generous and flexible holiday Refer a friend scheme

The Vacancy Permanent - 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 15:00 Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding role where you are able to empower people every day to develop their skills and move towards independence? Do you enjoy working in an environment where every day is different to the next? Then this could be the role for you. The Homeless Recovery Worker will lead on the case management of clients and be part of a team that provides accommodation based and community support services to clients to keep them safe and help them achieve their goals. The role will provide people with homes and specialist support, so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. Main Responsibilities: <ul> <li>To assess the needs of each client, helping to develop their individual support plan to achieve their goals</li></ul><ul> <li>To produce and regularly review comprehensive client-based risk assessments and manage a caseload of clients on a one-to-one basis</li></ul><ul> <li>To support clients to gain and/or maintain accommodation including supporting clients to pay rent and service charges and to achieve outcomes defined by the service specification</li></ul><ul> <li>Engage with local authorities, health providers and other agencies, creating and maintaining constructive working relationships to maximise the opportunities available to clients</li></ul><ul> <li>Lead on client activities to help them gain practical life skills and encourage their engagement with the running of the service</li></ul><ul> <li>Carry out drop-in sessions at designated locations and encourage and signpost clients to the local community and to resources relevant to their aspirations including education, training, employment activity or volunteering</li></ul><ul> <li>Support clients in trauma informed and psychologically informed ways</li></ul><ul> <li>Adhere to safeguarding responsibilities, following our safeguarding policy and procedure</li></ul><ul> <li>Help maintain health and safety, ensuring clients, visitors and buildings are safe in accordance with Health and Safety regulations, policy and procedures</li></ul><ul> <li>Work confidently and efficiently when lone working</li></ul><ul> <li>Maintain accurate records on our client management system and ensure these are stored in line with GDPR</li></ul><ul> <li>Represent the organisation in a professional manner</li></ul>Role Requirements <ul> <li>This role will require an Enhanced with Barred List(s) disclosure and barring service check is a requirement for this role. This would be completed on appointment of the role.</li></ul><ul> <li>This role will require a full drivers' licence and access to a vehicle</li></ul><ul> <li>This role will require you to work flexibly across several sites</li></ul><ul> <li>This role will require you to work with clients on a one-to-one basis</li></ul><ul> <li>This role will require you to lone work</li></ul>Essential Criteria <ul> <li>Strong communication skills, both verbal and written</li></ul><ul> <li>Clear verbal and written English</li></ul><ul> <li>Good keyboard skills for data inputting</li></ul><ul> <li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word</li></ul><ul> <li>Confident and assertive manner</li></ul><ul> <li>Ability to self-motivate as you will work on your own</li></ul><ul> <li>Effective team working</li></ul><ul> <li>Ability to respond calmly to crisis</li></ul><ul> <li>Deal promptly with and effectively react to challenging situations</li></ul><ul> <li>Have an interest and genuine concern for homelessness and related issues</li></ul><ul> <li>A full driving licence and use of a car for work purposes</li></ul>We reserve the right to close our adverts early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible. About Us We offer support to people who are homeless, vulnerable or at risk of becoming homeless and need help rebuilding their lives for a brighter future. Our services include safe, flexible and reliable client led housing and support with a focus on reducing homelessness, improving health and wellbeing and building on individual's skills and resilience to break the cycle of homelessness, poverty and exclusion. We work in partnership with multiple agencies and authorities to deliver support and accommodation needs across Berkshire, Hampshire, Isle of Wight and Dorset. We are dedicated to safeguarding all young people and adults with our services. We follow safer recruitment practices for all our vacancies to assure that all successful candidates are suitable to work with our clients. We're committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that embodies our values and promotes a tolerant and respectful environment where everyone can feel empowered to succeed. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and will support with any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process. Our vision To be a safety net for people in tough times and the springboard to a brighter future. Our mission To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. Our values Everyone matters We know we're stronger together We do the right things, for the right reasons We never give up Our Gallery Previous Next Our Benefits Extra mile awards Pension with life cover Blue Light Card Champions of equality Employee assistance programme Staff discounts via Wider Wallet Dedication to wellbeing GP helpline Length of service awards Generous and flexible holiday Refer a friend scheme

Homeless Recovery Worker

The Homelessness and Housing Needs Team is looking for a Housing Needs Triage Officer to join our team to be the first point of contact for households in the borough who have a housing need and to triage households so that they are then assessed by the most relevant parts of the service. Responsibilities will include: <ul> <li>To provide a triage services via telephone, email and using our online case management system to households who have a housing need and to households who are homeless or threatened with homelessness</li> <li>To provide a first point of contact for the Housing Online and Allocations services</li> <li>To provide initial housing advice to households and details of suitable housing options in the private and public sector, including information on homelessness prevention</li> <li>To respond to all of the referrals that the Council receives under the Duty to Refer, making initial inquiries and triaging as appropriate</li> <li>To make emergency accommodation bookings on behalf of the Homelessness Prevention Officers</li> <li>To provide effective operational and administration support within the Homelessness and Housing Needs Team, including telephone calls to applicants to gather information, making third party enquiries, writing letters, taking notes, responding to emails and updating applicant records</li> </ul>Relevant experience in frontline/ operational Homelessness services is desirable. Closing date: Sunday 1st June, 11.59pm Interview date: TBC For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Kerry Flynn, Allocations Team Leader - <a href="mailto:Kerry.Flynn@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Kerry.Flynn@wokingham.gov.uk</a> If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful. Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying. Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, and other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer. How to apply Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.

Housing Needs Triage Officer

The Vacancy FULL TIME - 37hrs Mix of shifts - Early &amp; Lates - 1 in 4 weekends West Berkshire West Berkshire Homeless Service provides support to adults who are homeless or at risk of homelessness across two locations, each are tailored to meet the needs of the clients. Our aim is to provide person-centred support to our clients, empowering them to gain the life skills they require to move on to more independent living. If you love working with people and are looking for a role where you can make a real difference in the lives of those you support, then this is the role for you! JOB PURPOSE To lead on the case management of clients and be part of a team that supports them in keeping them safe and helping them achieve their goals. To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES <ul> <li>To assess the needs of each client, helping to develop their individual support plan to achieve their goals</li> <li>To produce and regularly review comprehensive client-based risk assessments</li> <li>To manage a caseload of clients on a one-to-one basis </li> <li>To support clients to gain and/or maintain accommodation or achieve outcomes defined by the service specification</li> <li>To engage with local authorities, health providers and other agencies, creating and maintaining constructive working relationships to maximise the opportunities available to clients</li> <li>To lead on client activities to help them gain practical life skills and encourage their engagement with the running of the service</li> <li>To support clients with managing their finances, paying rent, managing arrears and accessing benefits</li> <li>To encourage and signpost clients to the local community and to resources relevant to their aspirations including education, training, employment activity or volunteering </li> <li>To support clients in trauma informed and psychologically informed ways</li> <li>To adhere to safeguarding responsibilities, following our safeguarding policy and procedure</li> <li>To help maintain health and safety, ensuring clients, visitors and buildings are safe in accordance with Health and Safety regulations, policy and procedures</li> <li>To provide basic first aid assistance until help arrives (full training is provided)</li> <li>To work confidently and efficiently when lone working</li> <li>To maintain accurate records on our client management system and ensure these are stored in line with GDPR</li> <li>To maintain confidentiality</li> <li>To represent the organisation in a professional manner </li> <li>To carry out any other reasonable duties required in the interest of the organisation</li></ul>ROLE REQUIREMENTS <ul> <li>This role will require an Enhanced with Barred List(s) disclosure and barring service check is a requirement for this role. This would be completed on appointment of the role</li> <li>This role will require a full drivers' licence and access to a vehicle</li> <li>This role will require you to work flexibly across several sites</li> <li>This role will require you to work with clients on a one-to-one basis</li> <li>This role will require you to work evenings and/or weekends</li> <li>This role will require you to lone work</li></ul>ESSENTIAL CRITERIA <ul> <li>Strong communication skills, both verbal and written</li> <li>Clear verbal and written English </li> <li>Good keyboard skills for data inputting</li> <li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word</li> <li>Confident and assertive manner</li> <li>Ability to self-motivate as you will work on your own</li> <li>Effective team working </li> <li>Ability to respond calmly to crisis</li> <li>Deal promptly with and effectively react to challenging situations</li> <li>Have an interest and genuine concern for homelessness and related issues</li></ul>DESIRABLE CRITERIA <ul> <li>Experience of managing a caseload of clients </li> <li>Understanding of risk assessment and person-centred, outcomes-based delivery</li> <li>Understanding of the support needs of people experiencing homelessness or those with complex needs</li> <li>Knowledge of voluntary and statutory agencies, housing regulations and the benefits system</li></ul>We reserve the right to close our adverts early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible. About Us We offer support to people who are homeless, vulnerable or at risk of becoming homeless and need help rebuilding their lives for a brighter future. Our services include safe, flexible and reliable client led housing and support with a focus on reducing homelessness, improving health and wellbeing and building on individual's skills and resilience to break the cycle of homelessness, poverty and exclusion. We work in partnership with multiple agencies and authorities to deliver support and accommodation needs across Berkshire, Hampshire, Isle of Wight and Dorset. We are dedicated to safeguarding all young people and adults with our services. We follow safer recruitment practices for all our vacancies to assure that all successful candidates are suitable to work with our clients. We're committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that embodies our values and promotes a tolerant and respectful environment where everyone can feel empowered to succeed. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and will support with any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process. Our vision To be a safety net for people in tough times and the springboard to a brighter future. Our mission To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. Our values Everyone matters We know we're stronger together We do the right things, for the right reasons We never give up Our Gallery Previous Next Our Benefits Extra mile awards Pension with life cover Blue Light Card Champions of equality Employee assistance programme Staff discounts via Wider Wallet Dedication to wellbeing GP helpline Length of service awards Generous and flexible holiday Refer a friend scheme

Housing Support Officer Have you got the passion and resilience to support and empower Transform clients to develop their independence and daily living skills? Housing management activities form part of this role, along with supporting clients daily, to empower them to resolve their problems to reach positive outcomes. If you have relevant experience of working with vulnerable people or have transferable skills, we would like to hear from you. If you'd like to work for us but have no previous experience? That's fine, as training will be provided. Salary - £26,750 per annum + benefits Location - Farnham Full time - 37 hours per week It is essential that you have a full valid driving licence and use of your own car for business purposes. Successful candidates will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check. About you You will be reflecting Transform's values in everything you do, as part of our team you will act as a keyworker to named clients, and support clients to achieve their goals and live as independently as possible, whilst ensuring they are safe and able to manage risks appropriately. A little more about your core tasks as a Housing &amp; Support Officer: <ul><li>Ability to develop non-judgmental professional relationships with clients </li><li>The ability to manage your own time, delivering outcomes, meeting deadlines</li><li>Computer literacy (Excel, Word, Outlook and the Internet) </li></ul>Tick most of the boxes but not all? The best candidate rarely does. So, if you are excited by the role and can do most of what we are looking for, go ahead and apply; you could be exactly who we need. For an informal discussion about the role please email Holly at <a href="mailto:hwright@transfromhousing.org.uk" target="_blank">hwright@transfromhousing.org.uk</a> to arrange a call to discuss the post further or apply directly. About Transform Housing &amp; Support We believe that everyone should be able to live independent and fulfilling lives. We provide housing and support for many socially excluded and vulnerable people across Surrey, parts of Berkshire, West Sussex and the London Borough of Sutton. Why work at Transform Transform is a place where all colleagues are valued. We want to make sure colleagues have the flexibility they need to balance their personal lives and do well at work. We focus on outcomes and are open to different ways of working including flexible hours where possible. Our benefits are great too and include: <ul><li>28 days annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time) </li><li>An additional 1 day (pro rata) per annum wellbeing day </li><li>A defined contribution pension scheme </li><li>Training and development opportunities </li><li>Interest-free staff loans </li><li>Flexible working options </li><li>The opportunity to buy or sell up to five days annual leave per holiday year </li><li>Life assurance cover </li></ul>Other things you need to know At Transform we celebrate diversity and know that it is critical for our success. We work hard to make sure we're inclusive, so we want to hear from anyone who is great at what they do and who shares our values. If you need any adjustments during the application or selection process so you can do your best, just let us know. We will be happy to help. We review CVs as we receive them and interview as soon as we have applications that look like a good match, so apply as soon as you can to avoid missing out.

Housing & Support Officer

The Vacancy We have an opportunity for a Resident Liaison Officer to join our Wates team within our Planned Maintenance division. You will be working between the Swindon, Reading, Bournemouth and Bristol areas working on Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund which will include, Scaffolding, Windows &amp; Curtain Wall Replacements, Brickwork &amp; Concrete Repair, External Wall Insulation, etc. You will be delivering support to our residents on our social housing contracts. Key Accountabilities will include: <ul> <li>Set up, undertake and manage the Tenant/Customer/Resident Liaison Service across multiple sites.</li> <li>Attend regular client representative and tenant meetings to ensure highest level of customer service is provided at all times.</li> <li>Ensure a consistent approach to customer care is adopted,</li> <li>Manage the Tenant's Complaints procedures as a point of escalation.</li> <li>Maintain and update the on-site Database to reflect on-going works.</li></ul>You must have a full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle. You will be an experienced RLO with proven track record of successfully managing the workload across planned maintenance programmes. As well as having a strong knowledge of internal and external programmes, you will be a strong communicator with excellent customer service and IT skills. Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting Work for Wates Wates is one of the UK's leading family-owned development, building and property maintenance companies. Founded over 125 years ago, we have a proud legacy in the built environment. We are driven by our purpose, 'reimagining places for people to thrive' and our three promises: Thriving places - working with customers, partners and communities to create places that are more sustainable, inclusive, and full of opportunity. Thriving planet - protecting nature and taking action on climate change by collaborating and innovating with our partners. Thriving people - creating opportunities and relationships so that everyone who works for and with us feels included, invested in, and treated with care. We are proud to be recognised as Gold Investors in People and as a Disability Confident employer. We also ensure that our recruitment processes do not treat anyone less favourably due to an offending background. Awards BEST PROJECT Inside Housing Development Awards WINNER 2022 Construction News Awards Winner GOLD AWARD Investors in People 2022 GOLD AWARD Considerate Constructors Schemes (CCS) National Site Awards TOP 50 EMPLOYERS 2022 Top 50 Employers for Women WINNER 2022 Working Families Best Practice Awards

Resident Liaison Officer

37 hours per week - Fixed term for 23 months Are you a Senior Social Worker with experience working with rough sleepers or the homeless? We are seeking a dedicated and creative Senior Social Worker to join our team, focused on providing assertive outreach and tailored support to individuals facing homelessness. We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. About the Role: This Senior Social Worker roles involves working to support individuals with complex needs, including those who are rough sleeping or residing in homelessness support services. You will be part of the Advice and Wellbeing Hub team but working in partnership with the Homelessness Teams. This role plays a crucial part in breaking the cycle of rough sleeping, where individuals are placed in 24/7 supported accommodation (such as the Pods or Salvation Army) only to be evicted due to unmanaged behaviours like hoarding, poor personal care, aggression, or mental health issues. By providing the right interventions, non-statutory commissioned services are able to manage these behaviours and support individuals in making progress towards a positive move-on, helping them sustain housing and work towards long-term stability. You will need to be based within commuting distance of Reading due to the nature of the role, which involves regular outreach, in-reach, and collaboration with local homelessness support services and housing providers. The role involves you undertaking work using the Conversation Counts model, working on prevention and early support. Using your social work expertise, you will conduct Care Act assessments, safeguarding investigations, risk assessments and Mental Capacity assessments, as well as facilitate best interest meetings. Key Responsibilities:<ul> <li>Manage a smaller, targeted caseload to offer more responsive support to individuals with complex needs.</li> <li>Conduct outreach shifts to build relationships with clients, encouraging engagement with assessments and support.</li> <li>Work in-reach within homelessness support services (Pods, Nova, Salvation Army, Launchpad, YMCA) to engage clients and build partnerships, while also upskilling staff.</li> <li>Co-locate with rough sleeping outreach services and commissioned homelessness support teams to assess and offer tailored support to clients who struggle with traditional service models.</li> <li>Explore innovative ways to assess and offer ASC support, focusing on sustaining tenancies and avoiding unnecessary reliance on ASC alternatives.</li> <li>Ensure that assessments are not closed prematurely and help clients move away from complex lifestyles by implementing appropriate ASC interventions.</li> </ul>This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and experience in Adult Social Care, delivering high-quality, person-centred interventions to individuals in their own homes. You will be part of a friendly and supportive team committed to making a meaningful difference in people's lives. About You:<ul> <li>A Social Work England registration and a recognised Social Work qualification.</li> <li>You'll have a strong background in social work or related fields, with a deep understanding of homelessness, mental health, and substance use challenges.</li> <li>You'll be comfortable working in dynamic, fast-paced environments and will use your creativity and problem-solving skills to engage with clients who have traditionally struggled to access services.</li> <li>Your communication and relationship-building skills will be key to success, as you work alongside housing providers, support services, and healthcare professionals to achieve the best outcomes for vulnerable individuals.</li> </ul>You will work within the legal framework provided by the statute, guidance, policies and procedures. We offer excellent support, supervision and induction. You will need to have:<ul> <li>A degree or equivalent in Social Work</li> <li>Registration with Social work England</li> <li>Understanding of the Care Act 2014</li> </ul>You will have access to our Learning and Development programme and be supported in your career and personal growth with opportunities to learn and develop new clinical skills, helping you to build your Continuing Professional Development portfolio, extending your skills and supporting you to grow as a social worker. We work closely with our colleagues in Reading Borough Council, Health Professionals, Voluntary and Charity colleagues to facilitate the best possible outcomes for those people we support. You'll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you'll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance - striving to be even better - and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed Our offer A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:<ul> <li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li> <li>Maternity, adoption, parental and sick pay</li> <li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities </li> <li>Access to a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li> <li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted,</li> <li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li> <li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li> <li>Salary sacrifice scheme for Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) to help you save for your retirement.</li> </ul>If you would like to find out more about this role please contact Caroline Marsh - Team Manager on 0118 937 3672, <a href="mailto:caroline.marsh@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">caroline.marsh@reading.gov.uk</a> Closing date: Applications will be reviewed upon submission Interview date: TBA Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Visit: <a href="http://www.moretoreading.co.uk" target="_blank">www.moretoreading.co.uk</a> to find out more about Reading's Community &amp; Adult Social Care Services. It's a chance to hear from the people who already work here and why they have chosen Reading as their professional destination.

Senior Social Worker - Advice and Wellbeing Hub (Homelessness)

THE ROLE Join the 24-7 Prayer team! We're looking to recruit a skilled and strategic Trusts and Foundations Manager who is passionate about weaving stories and stats together in a way that inspires funders to support 24-7 Prayer. You'll be someone who loves building genuine relationships with funders, can seek out new opportunities, manage numerous existing relationships to a high standard, and write compelling applications. In this role, you'll bring experience in Trusts and Foundations fundraising. You'll have effective and excellent written and verbal communication skills with a knack for making funders feel truly connected to our movement. We are a relational movement and seek someone who both values and demonstrates authentic connection with people. Alongside this, you will have a personal passion for prayer, mission and justice. This role would suit someone with previous experience of working with grant makers, and we'd also be open to hearing from people with transferable skills. This role can be either based in our Woking office or a hybrid role. If hybrid, there is a requirement to attend mandatory in-person meetings at either our Woking office or Waverley Abbey House (averaging once a month). This role will also require occasional travel both nationally and internationally. If you would like to apply for the role, please click on 'Apply Now' to complete the application form. When prompted in the application process, please upload*: <ol><li>Your CV </li><li>A 1-page covering letter explaining why you are suitable for the role and why you would like to work at 24-7 Prayer. </li></ol> *If you do not upload both pieces of documentation your application will not be taken further. Please note: all applicants must have an existing legal status to work and reside in the UK. Closing date for applications: Sunday 5 January 2025 Interview date: Wednesday 15 January 2025 (in person in Woking) Please note that this role holds an occupational requirement for the post holder to be a practising Christian with a living relationship with God, living in accordance to biblical principles. This is in accordance with Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. About the organisation: 24-7 Prayer began as one simple prayer meeting in 1999, and is now an international, interdenominational movement, reviving the church and rewiring the culture through non-stop night and day prayer. From apps and courses to prayer rooms and blogs; we exist to help people pray.

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