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Julian House is a charity dedicated to making a difference to the lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged people in society. We run several projects and every year we help thousands of people out of homelessness, into employment, away from domestic abuse, and more. If you'd like a real sense of job satisfaction, great career prospects and a competitive benefits package, you could be who we're looking for! Job Role: Supported Housing Worker Salary:£22,543.27 per year (full time equivalent £25,235) Hours: 33.5 hours per week Contract type: Permanent Location: Exeter Additional information: <ul><li>Participation in an out-of-hours on-call rota</li></ul>The Role: Join our Exeter Supported Housing Service as a Supported Housing Worker, where you'll play a key role in helping clients maintain safe accommodation, manage personal finances, and access multi-agency support. You'll work with individuals facing complex challenges-such as trauma, mental health issues, and substance misuse-empowering them to build resilience and move towards independent living. With 11 supported units across Exeter, you'll help ensure high standards of safety, effective referrals, and meaningful progress for each client. If you're organised, compassionate, and ready to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Be Doing: <ul><li>Delivering direct support and housing management services to clients</li><li>Building strong partnerships with local agencies</li><li>Keeping client records accurate, clear, and up to date</li><li>Tracking referrals into the service</li><li>Creating a safe, supportive and empowering environment that promotes personal growth and sustainable move-on</li></ul>Since job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the post holder may be required to undertake other duties, which are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities What We're Looking For: <ul><li>Experience working with people who may have complex needs and/or challenging behaviours</li><li>Understanding of the causes of homelessness and social exclusion and the approaches which seek to address these</li></ul>There are many great reasons to join our team! <ul><li>Access to our Rewards Platform, which includes an Employee Assistance Programme and Health Cash Plan</li><li>Great opportunities for career development and free monthly training sessions from experienced facilitators</li><li>27 days annual leave, including an extra day off for your birthday, increasing up to 30 days after 4 years of continuous employment (pro-rata for part time staff) </li><li>30% staff discount at Julian House charity shops</li><li>20% staff discount at Julian House bike workshops</li><li>For all the fantastic and valuable work you'll be doing makes you eligible for the Blue Light Card which offers amazing discounts on thousands of brands</li><li>A generous and competitive pension scheme</li><li>A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted</li><li>6 weekly Reflective Practice sessions from objective, external facilitators</li></ul>Our Ethos As an Equal Opportunities employer, we have an Equality and Diversity Action plan in place showing our commitment in ensuring continuous improvement in creating an inclusive culture. We also have a committed group of Inclusion &amp; Diversity champions who meet monthly to ensure progress is being made. We invite applications from people from all backgrounds and cultures, especially minority groups that are underrepresented in the workplace. We also welcome applications from those with lived experience. We embrace flexibility and are proud to be a Disability Confident and Mindful employer, as well as an Armed Forces Covenant Supporter. If you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process (including the interview), please contact us so that we can let you know how we can support you. DBS Checks We welcome applications from people with lived experience. All applicants working with our clients will be expected to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. A criminal conviction will not necessarily prevent you from becoming an employee; the decision will depend on the type of offence and its relevance to the role. If you would like to discuss any convictions you may have, please contact the person named in the advert. All information will be dealt with according to our Data Protection Policy. Get in touch If you have any questions about the Supported Housing Worker role, please get in touch with the team at <a href="mailto:recruitment@julianhouse.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@julianhouse.org.uk</a>. We look forward to speaking with you soon! Please note: We reserve the right to close our vacancies once the perfect candidate has been found. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible so that you don't miss out!

Supported Housing Worker

JH Bristol is a trading name of the charity Julian House, a well-established provider of accommodation and support services for people affected by homelessness across the South West of England. We have chosen to operate under the name JH Bristol in this area to avoid confusion with Julian Trust, another charity providing support for homeless people in Bristol. If you are successful in your application, you will be employed by Julian House but working under the sub brand of JH Bristol. Job Role: Supported Housing Worker Salary:£25,235 per year Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract type: Permanent Location: Bristol Additional information: <ul><li>Willingness to participate in an out-of-hours on-call rota</li><li>Valid driver's license and access to own vehicle - business insurance will be required for roles involving travel for work</li></ul>The Role: Are you passionate about supporting people to build brighter futures? As a Supported Housing Worker, you'll play a key role in helping clients maintain safe accommodation and make positive life changes. You'll manage referrals, assess needs, and provide tailored support to individuals across Bristol and South Gloucestershire. This includes helping clients navigate benefit claims, budgeting, and maintaining their accommodation to high health and safety standards. Collaboration is at the heart of this role-you'll build strong relationships with partner agencies and work closely with volunteers to create multi-agency support plans that truly make a difference. You'll also be responsible for keeping accurate records of client interactions and may support reporting to funders and partners. The role involves regular travel to supported housing properties and community meetings, so flexibility and a proactive approach are essential. In return, you'll be part of a supportive team environment, with regular one-to-one supervision and access to group support. If you're ready to take on a varied and rewarding role that combines practical support with meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Be Doing: <ul><li>Progress and track referrals made into the service</li><li>Carry out needs and risk assessments for clients</li><li>Provide advice and information to provide an enabling service</li><li>Ensure all new clients moving into the service understand their rights and responsibilities</li><li>Keeping client records accurate, clear, and up to date</li></ul>Since job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the post holder may be required to undertake other duties, which are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities What We're Looking For: <ul><li>Experience working with people who may have complex needs and/or challenging behaviours</li><li>Valid driver's license and access to own vehicle - business insurance will be required for roles involving travel for work</li></ul>There are many great reasons to join our team! <ul><li>Access to our Rewards Platform, which includes an Employee Assistance Programme and Health Cash Plan</li><li>Great opportunities for career development and free monthly training sessions from experienced facilitators</li><li>27 days annual leave, including an extra day off for your birthday, increasing up to 30 days after 4 years of continuous employment (pro-rata for part time staff) </li><li>30% staff discount at Julian House charity shops</li><li>20% staff discount at Julian House bike workshops</li><li>For all the fantastic and valuable work you'll be doing makes you eligible for the Blue Light Card which offers amazing discounts on thousands of brands</li><li>A generous and competitive pension scheme</li><li>A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted</li><li>6 weekly Reflective Practice sessions from objective, external facilitators</li></ul>Our Ethos As an Equal Opportunities employer, we have an Equality and Diversity Action plan in place showing our commitment in ensuring continuous improvement in creating an inclusive culture. We also have a committed group of Inclusion &amp; Diversity champions who meet monthly to ensure progress is being made. We invite applications from people from all backgrounds and cultures, especially minority groups that are underrepresented in the workplace. We also welcome applications from those with lived experience. We embrace flexibility and are proud to be a Disability Confident and Mindful employer, as well as an Armed Forces Covenant Supporter. If you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process (including the interview), please contact us so that we can let you know how we can support you. DBS Checks We welcome applications from people with lived experience. All applicants working with our clients will be expected to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. A criminal conviction will not necessarily prevent you from becoming an employee; the decision will depend on the type of offence and its relevance to the role. If you would like to discuss any convictions you may have, please contact the person named in the advert. All information will be dealt with according to our Data Protection Policy. Please note: We reserve the right to close our vacancies once the perfect candidate has been found. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible so that you don't miss out!

About The Role Are you passionate about supporting young people to thrive? As a Night Intensive Housing Worker, you'll play a vital role in delivering a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for 16 - 25 year olds in our accommodation based service. You'll provide professional out of hours support, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of residents, while helping them work towards positive outcomes. Key Responsibilities <ul> <li>Provide housing management, welfare advice, and support to help young people sustain accommodation.</li> <li>Ensure the safety and security of the building and its residents at all times.</li> <li>Engage proactively with young people, offering guidance, signposting and emotional support.</li> <li>Monitor and maintain accurate records of resident interactions, risk assessments and incidents.</li> <li>Conduct room and building checks, reporting repairs and ensuring health and safety compliance.</li> <li>Respond to emergencies and safeguarding concerns, liaising with external agencies as needed.</li> <li>Promote customer involvement through consultation and feedback activities.</li> <li>Manage low-level anti-social behaviour, and support young people in resolving disputes.</li> </ul>Why Join LiveWest? <ul> <li>Being part of an Ofsted-registered service that makes a real difference in young lives.</li> <li>A values-driven culture that prioritises safety, collaboration and continuous improvement.</li> <li>Development opportunities - Access training and qualifications to grow your career.</li> <li>Inclusive values - We celebrate diversity and are committed to equity and respect.</li> <li>A supportive team environment, where your voice is heard and your wellbeing matters.</li> </ul>We have 8 full time positions available working 37 hours per week. Rolling 4 rota with 4 nights on, 3 nights off, 3 nights on and 4 nights off. They are 11 hour shifts including a break. These are Monday - Sunday roles with Bank Holidays classed as a normal working day. We have positions available in Pool (Camborne), Redruth, St Austell, Truro and Penzance. Interviews for this role will be held from 15th August - depending on which area you live in. As we have 8 positions available, please submit your application as soon as possible. We will close the vacancy as soon as the positions are filled. For further information about this role, and LiveWest, please view our candidate information pack. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups. Appointment to this role is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. About The Candidate To be successful in your application for the role of Night Intensive Housing Worker, you will have the essential skills and experience for a level 1 role (please see our candidate information pack) and the following role-specific skills and experience. You're passionate about supporting young people and understand the challenges they face. You're confident working independently, calm under pressure, and committed to safeguarding and inclusion. You'll bring: <ul> <li>Experience working with young people or in supported housing (paid or voluntary).</li> <li>Understanding of issues such as homelessness, mental health, substance misuse, and safeguarding.</li> <li>Knowledge of housing and welfare benefits.</li> <li>Strong communication and record-keeping skills.</li> <li>A Level 3 qualification (or willingness to work towards one) in youth work, health and social care, or a related field.</li> <li>Desirable: Mental Health First Aid, safeguarding training, knowledge of Ofsted supported accommodation regulations.</li> </ul>Please note, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role; therefore, applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the full duration of this role. About The Company Our Reward and Benefits: <ul> <li>Generous Annual Leave: Start with 26 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with length of service - and the option to purchase up to 5 extra days (pro rated for part time roles).</li> <li>Pension Contributions: Enjoy up to 9% employer contributions with our Defined Contribution scheme.</li> <li>Health Benefits and Perks: Access to a health care cash plan (worth up to £1,100 annually), virtual GP services, discounted gym memberships, and retail discounts including access to a Blue Light Card.</li> <li>Learning and Development: Invest in your future with ongoing personal and professional growth opportunities.</li> <li>Family Support: Policies designed to help you balance work and family life, including a new child payment.</li> <li>Wellbeing Matters: Prioritise your health with mental health support, enhanced sick pay, wellness campaigns, and free flu jabs.</li> <li>Smarter Travel: Save with our Cycle to Work and Car Benefit schemes.</li> <li>Giving Back: Up to four paid volunteering days a year to support our communities.</li> </ul>About Us: At LiveWest, we are united by a shared mission: to create a home for everyone. Each of us takes pride in playing our part in achieving this goal. Our values guide everything we do - from how we work together to how we deliver exceptional services to our customers. Collaboration is at the heart of LiveWest, and we believe that we achieve more when we deliver together. As one of the largest employers in the South West, our team of 1,800 talented colleagues provides a wide range of services to our 80,000 customers. We are passionate about nurturing local talent and creating opportunities for people within the communities we serve. We are committed to supporting our colleagues, giving them the autonomy and encouragement they need to thrive and reach their full potential. Together, we are building brighter futures for everyone. Inclusion at LiveWest: At LiveWest, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We believe that our differences drive innovation, creativity, and excellence, and we strive to create an environment where all colleagues can thrive. As a proud member of Inclusive Employers, a Disability Confident Employer, and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, we are dedicated to supporting all our colleagues and ensuring that our workplace is welcoming and accessible to all. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our team. LiveWest is dedicated to equal opportunity and actively works to eliminate discrimination and promote diversity at all levels. Join us in our mission to create vibrant and inclusive communities. Make a difference with LiveWest, where every voice is heard, and every contribution is valued. You can read more about Inclusion at LiveWest by visiting our website.

Night Housing Support Worker - Young People's Services

About The Role Make a Difference Every Weekend: At LiveWest, we believe everyone deserves a safe and supportive place to call home. As a Weekend Housing Support Worker, you'll be the vital weekend presence in our accommodation-based service for young people aged 16-25. You'll help create a secure, welcoming environment where young people can thrive, offering practical support and guidance to help them build brighter futures. This is a newly created role, and we have 4 positions available - St Austell, Truro, Redruth and Penzance. Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Provide housing advice and support to help young people sustain their accommodation and plan for independent living.</li> <li>Ensure the safety and security of the building and its residents at all times.</li> <li>Engage with young people in a supportive, respectful, and proactive manner.</li> <li>Monitor and record changes in behaviour or circumstances, maintaining accurate records.</li> <li>Respond to emergencies and safeguarding concerns, referring to appropriate services.</li> <li>Carry out room and building checks, reporting repairs and ensuring health and safety standards.</li> <li>Support with arrears management and promote responsibility around rent payments.</li> <li>Maintain a clean and safe environment, including communal areas and void units.</li> </ul>Why Join LiveWest? <ul> <li>Purpose-driven work - Help young people overcome challenges and achieve their goals.</li> <li>Supportive culture - Be part of a team that values collaboration, learning, and wellbeing.</li> <li>Development opportunities - Access training and qualifications to grow your career.</li> <li>Inclusive values - We celebrate diversity and are committed to equality and respect.</li> </ul>These roles are being offered on a part-time basis working 14.8 hours per week on a Saturday and Sunday. This is an onsite role based in one of our 4 Foyers - St Austell, Truro, Redruth or Penzance. Interviews for this role will be held on 15 August, 26 and 28 August - depending on which area you live in. As we have 4 roles available, please submit your application as soon as possible. We will close the vacancy as soon as the positions are filled. For further information about this role, and LiveWest, please view our candidate information pack. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups. Appointment to this role is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. About The Candidate To be successful in your application for the role of Weekend Intensive Housing Worker, you will have the essential skills and experience for a level 1 role (please see candidate information pack) and the following role-specific skills and experience: You're passionate about supporting young people and understand the challenges they face. You're confident working independently, calm under pressure, and committed to safeguarding and inclusion. You'll bring: <ul> <li>Experience working with young people or in supported housing (paid or voluntary).</li> <li>Understanding of issues such as homelessness, mental health, substance misuse, and safeguarding.</li> <li>Knowledge of housing and welfare benefits.</li> <li>Strong communication and record-keeping skills.</li> <li>A Level 3 qualification (or willingness to work towards one) in youth work, health and social care, or a related field.</li> <li>Desirable: Mental Health First Aid, safeguarding training, knowledge of Ofsted supported accommodation regulations.</li> </ul>Please note, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role; therefore, applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the full duration of this role. About The Company Our Reward and Benefits: <ul> <li>Generous Annual Leave: Start with 26 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with length of service - and the option to purchase up to 5 extra days (pro rated for part time roles). </li> <li>Pension Contributions: Enjoy up to 9% employer contributions with our Defined Contribution scheme.</li> <li>Health Benefits and Perks: Access to a health care cash plan (worth up to £1,100 annually), virtual GP services, discounted gym memberships, and retail discounts including access to a Blue Light Card.</li> <li>Learning and Development: Invest in your future with ongoing personal and professional growth opportunities.</li> <li>Family Support: Policies designed to help you balance work and family life, including a new child payment.</li> <li>Wellbeing Matters: Priorities your health with mental health support, enhanced sick pay, wellness campaigns, and free flu jabs.</li> <li>Smarter Travel: Save with our Cycle to Work and Car Benefit schemes.</li> <li>Giving Back: Up to four paid volunteering days a year to support our communities.</li></ul>About Us: At LiveWest, we are united by a shared mission: to create a home for everyone. Each of us takes pride in playing our part in achieving this goal. Our values guide everything we do - from how we work together to how we deliver exceptional services to our customers. Collaboration is at the heart of LiveWest, and we believe that we achieve more when we deliver together. As one of the largest employers in the South West, our team of 1,800 talented colleagues provides a wide range of services to our 80,000 customers. We are passionate about nurturing local talent and creating opportunities for people within the communities we serve. We are committed to supporting our colleagues, giving them the autonomy and encouragement they need to thrive and reach their full potential. Together, we are building brighter futures for everyone. Inclusion at LiveWest: At LiveWest, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We believe that our differences drive innovation, creativity, and excellent, and we strive to create an environment where all colleagues can thrive. As a proud member of Inclusive Employers, a Disability Confident Employer, and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, we are dedicated to supporting all our colleagues and ensuring that our workplace is welcoming and accessible to all. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our team. LiveWest is dedicated to equal opportunity and actively works to eliminate discrimination and promote diversity at all levels. Join us in our mission to create vibrant and inclusive communities. Make a difference with LiveWest, where every voice is heard, and every contribution is valued. You can read more about Inclusion at LiveWest by visiting our website.

Weekend Housing Support Worker - Young People's Services

Annual salary: up to £28,917.00 Housing Support Officer Rotherham Salary up to £28,917 per annum Full time - Permanent, 40hrs per week, Monday to Friday Including company vehicle and fuel card or £3,500 company car allowance Mears provides temporary accommodation to asylum seekers whilst their claim is being assessed in three regions: Northeast, Yorkshire and Humber, Northern Ireland, and Scotland. At the end of May 2021 Mears had over 19000 service users across the three regions. Mears work in partnership with central and local Government, registered providers, tenants, landlords and investors to find solutions to homelessness, provide more social and affordable housing and create specialist housing for people with care needs. About the Role: Due to contract expansion, we are seeking for a Housing Support Officer to join our team. This is an exciting position that works exclusively to support Asylum seekers going through their right to work Asylum application process with the home office. The ideal candidate will be resilient, trustworthy, caring, a people person and extremely empathetic to others. As a Housing Support Officer every day is different, no day is the same. Although this role comes with it challenges it is an extremely rewarding role. As a Housing Support Officer your main duties will include but not limited to ensuring service users are supported at various stages of their Asylum application process including any safeguarding and welfare issues you come across, providing practical and emotional support to service users, monitoring service users' wellbeing and support needs and ensuring all records are updated and accurate for home office audit purposes. It is essential to maintain boundaries and being resilient to ensure a professional and a well-defined service is provided to always meet the needs of the service users. Role Criteria: <ul><li>Experience of working with vulnerable and diverse client groups</li><li>Experience and understanding of safeguarding</li><li>Ability to identify individuals and family need and recognise the required support packages to maintain independence</li><li>Experience working with mental health and or challenging behaviour</li><li>To communicate effectively with colleagues, local authorities, and service users</li><li>Experience with record keeping and risk assessments</li><li>Ability to work under own initiative</li><li>Resilient</li><li>You will be supportive, trustworthy, a good listener, approachable and empathetic to others</li><li>Flexible and happy to travel</li><li>Full UK driving license</li></ul>All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. As part of the recruitment process for this role, we will carry out a DBS &amp; BPSS check, as well as Security Clearance. For these checks to be completed, we will require from you the relevant identification, including Proof of Address, References, a valid passport and proof that you have lived in the UK for the last 5 years. Benefits we can offer you <ul><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays</li><li>Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work!</li><li>Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment.</li><li>Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much more</li><li>Family friendly policies</li><li>Company Vehicle and Fuel Card</li><li>Access to EAP Counselling sessions</li></ul>Required Qualifications: Accurate Record-keeping, Customer Service, Internal and External Liaison, Risk Management, Service Improvement Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact: Beth Dunford (<a href="mailto:beth.dunford@mearsgroup.co.uk" target="_blank">beth.dunford@mearsgroup.co.uk</a>) If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way. At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers. In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.

Housing Support Officer

Job Title: Domestic Abuse Supported Housing Officer Job Location: Gloucestershire Salary: £27000.00pa Contract type: Permanent Working hours: 37 hours Closing Date - 27/08/2025 About the role You will be there to provide support to Places of Safety project. This role will require you to have excellent communication and customer service skills. You will need to provide an excellent service to service users and their families. Supporting them to understand their housing options, support networks and additional support needs. This role is customer facing with responsibility for supporting customers to maintain their licence agreement with GreenSquareAccord. You will need to support the temporary accommodation that GreenSquareAccord are leasing from registered providers, and properties allocated from our own stock. You will work with Gloucestershire`s housing districts, customer accounts, maintenance and other GreenSquareAccord staff as well as external agencies to ensure victims of domestic abuse access and maintain a place of safety in the county. Please note that if you are successful in this role, we will require a DBS check to be completed. Further details will be sent following offer. About you You must have excellent knowledge of housing and domestic abuse legislation. You must have a good awareness of the diverse needs of customers . You must have experience of managing complex, sensitive customer queries, remaining calm when dealing with emotional, difficult or distressed people. You need to have an understanding of the importance of confidentiality and the need to follow policy and procedures. You need to be able to work methodically paying attention to details and with a high level of accuracy. About us We are GSA, we provide affordable homes and services that create a foundation from which people in our communities can thrive. We own and manage 25,000 homes in diverse communities across the West Midlands and Southwest. Everyone deserves a home, it`s a place from which we build our future, we thrive at home. We are proud to play an active role in dealing with the consequences of the housing crisis, by providing affordable homes for people in our communities who need them most. Often a home is all someone needs, but when our customers need more, we offer a range of services, including care, money advice and coaching to support them. We also provide care and support to some of the most vulnerable people in society. This includes support for people who are homeless, experiencing domestic violence or are part of the criminal justice system. The GSA Way We know that how we do things is just as important as what we do. To help us make a difference, together, we created the GSA Way. A culture we commit to, aspire to, and live and breathe. Commitments and behaviours which together make our organisation what it is. Our five core commitments are: <ul><li>We believe our customer is everything</li><li>We are one team</li><li>We are supportive and caring</li><li>We are business-minded for social purpose</li><li>We are curious and ambitious.</li></ul>You can read more about the GSA Way in our recruitment pack. Benefits In support and recognition of our colleagues who will help us deliver our employer strategy, we offer a fantastic benefits package. This includes. <ul><li>Trust based flexible working and supportive and friendly teams</li><li>25 days annual holiday entitlement, increasing to 30 days</li><li>One day off for your birthday</li><li>Opportunity to buy or sell annual leave</li><li>A defined contribution pension scheme GSA matches up to 6% contributions</li><li>We offer a service which provides 24/7 online GP appointments, second medical opinions, health checks, mental health support, 24/7 medical health helpline, wellbeing app, nutrition advice and fitness plans and legal and financial support.</li><li>Access to Blue Light discount card membership</li><li>Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).</li><li>Cycle to work Scheme</li><li>Eligible for occupational sick pay</li></ul>How to apply If this sounds like the exciting new challenge you`ve been waiting for, we`d love to hear from you. Email your Cv to [email protected] or click apply now. All individuals who apply to work at GreenSquareAccord are considered on their merits in line with our Diversity and Inclusion strategy and policy. GreenSquareAccord are a Disability Confident Employer therefore we actively encourage applications from individuals with disabilities and try to provide access, adjustments, equipment or other practical support where required. All applicants with a disability who meet the `essential eligibility criteria` for the role, as detailed in the job description, are guaranteed an interview. If you need any assistance, adjustments or adaptations throughout our selection processes please let us know.

Domestic Abuse Supported Housing Officer

£44,711 - £50,788Fixed Term Contract (6 months)Your New OrganisationSouthend on Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend.Working for Southend on Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work life balance. As a Unitary Authority we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference.Your new roleSouthend on Sea City Council is seeking a senior reviews and monitoring officer to join the housing solution team on fulltime and fixed term contract basis (6 months).&nbsp;As a senior reviews and monitoring officer, you will be responsible for carrying out reviews and investigations on homelessness and general needs housing decisions and deal with all customer complaints and queries. You will carry out detailed, objective and factual reviews and investigations on all appeals on homeless and housing decisions in line with legislation under Housing Act 1996, part 6 and 7 as amended and extended by the Homelessness Act 2002 and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. You must be able to interpret complex legislation, not only restricted to the Housing Act, but including the Asylum and Immigration Act and welfare rights law in the investigation and application of appeals and reviews.You will liaise with Solicitors and other legal experts where necessary in the preparation and presentation of witness statements in the case of a judicial review. You will advise and support the Housing Solutions Team Manager and other staff on case law changes affecting housing functions and highlight good and bad practice within the department to ensure a continuous commitment to service improvement.Although this role is hybrid, it will be predominantly remote working (max 1 day in the office).&nbsp;What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you must have working knowledge of&nbsp;parts 6 &amp; 7&nbsp;of the&nbsp;Housing Act 1996, as amended by the&nbsp;Homelessness Act 2002&nbsp;and the&nbsp;Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. You must have strong knowledge of caselaw, Acts, statutory amendments and guidance relating to homelessness and private sector accommodation. Knowledge of Landlord and Tenant legislation and private sector housing issues is also essential for this role.To be considered for this role, you must be educated to certificate Level with Chartered Institute of Housing or other appropriate management qualification&nbsp;and hold a legal certificate/qualification.Member of the Chartered Institute of Housing is highly desirable but not essential.What you'll get in returnWhen joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training. A full list of benefits provided by Southend Council can be viewed on the "Why Work For Us?" tab.What you need to do nowIf you are interested in this role, please click the link below to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.Please note: Applications for this vacancy may close prior to the date advertised above so you are advised to apply as soon as you are able to.&nbsp;Southend-on-Sea City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

Senior Reviews and Monitoring Officer

Julian House is a charity dedicated to making a difference to the lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged people in society. We run several projects and every year we help thousands of people out of homelessness, into employment, away from domestic abuse, and more. If you'd like a real sense of job satisfaction, great career prospects, and a competitive benefits package, you could be who we're looking for! Job Role: Weekend Support Worker (Supported Housing) Salary: £8.075 per year (full-time equivalent £25,235) Hours: 12 hours per week Contract type: Permanent Location: Mendip, Shepton Mallet &amp; Frome Additional information: <ul><li>Valid driver's license and access to own vehicle - business insurance will be required for roles involving travel for work. </li><li>Standard working days are Saturday and Sunday</li></ul>The Role: As a Weekend Support Worker, you'll be providing vital support to individuals with a history of rough sleeping and complex needs. Based across four properties, you'll help residents maintain their tenancies and work towards greater independence. This is a hands-on, person-centred role where you'll build strong, trusting relationships and support clients in a meaningful and consistent way. Working in close partnership with the weekday Support Worker, you'll ensure continuity of care and play a key part in each individual's journey toward a more stable future. What You'll Be Doing: <ul><li>Empowering clients with diverse and complex needs</li><li>Championing a strength-based, trauma-informed approach</li><li>Building strong partnerships with local agencies</li><li>Keeping client records accurate, clear, and up to date</li><li>Tracking referrals into the service</li></ul>Since job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the post holder may be required to undertake other duties, which are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities What We're Looking For: <ul><li>Experience working with people who may have complex needs and/or challenging behaviours</li><li>Valid driver's license and access to own vehicle - business insurance will be required for roles involving travel for work</li></ul>There are many great reasons to join our team! <ul><li>Great opportunities for career development and free monthly training sessions from experienced facilitators</li><li>Access to our Rewards Platform, which includes an Employee Assistance Programme and Health Cash Plans</li><li>Wellbeing-related support/advice, and up to 6 free counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>27 days annual leave, including an extra day off for your birthday, plus bank holidays - increasing up to 30 days after 4 years of continuous employment (pro rata for part-time staff)</li><li>30% staff discount at Julian House charity shops</li><li>20% staff discount at Julian House bike workshops</li><li>A generous and competitive pension scheme</li><li>A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted</li><li>6 weekly reflective practice sessions from objective, external facilitators </li></ul>Our Ethos As an Equal Opportunities employer, we have an Equality and Diversity Action plan in place showing our commitment in ensuring continuous improvement in creating an inclusive culture. We also have a committed group of Inclusion &amp; Diversity champions who meet monthly to ensure progress is being made. We invite applications from people from all backgrounds and cultures, especially minority groups that are underrepresented in the workplace. We also welcome applications from those with lived experience. We embrace flexibility and are proud to be a Disability Confident and Mindful employer, as well as an Armed Forces Covenant Supporter. If you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process (including interview), please contact us so that we can let you know how we can support you. We accept CVs and applications in all formats. DBS Checks We welcome applications from people with lived experience. All applicants working with our clients will be expected to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. A criminal conviction will not necessarily prevent you from becoming an employee, the decision will depend on the type of offence and its relevance to the role. If you would like to discuss any convictions you may have, please contact the person named in the advert. All information will be dealt with according to our Data Protection Policy. Get in touch If you have any questions about this role, please get in touch with the recruitment team at <a href="mailto:recruitment@julianhouse.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@julianhouse.org.uk</a>. We look forward to speaking with you soon! Please note: We reserve the right to close our vacancies once the perfect candidate has been found. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible so that you don't miss out!

Weekend Support Worker (Supported Housing)

Housing &amp; Support Officer - Sutton &amp; Epsom 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 plus benefits (prorata for part time ) Location - Sutton &amp; Epsom Team based in Wallington Full time - 37hrs per week (part time hours available ) 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 <a href="mailto:alevy@transformhousing.org.uk" target="_blank">alevy@transformhousing.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

Competitive Salary&nbsp;London, &nbsp;N1 9QZYou’re an experienced leader in property and repairs services who will be the face of the repairs team in your region.&nbsp;We’re looking for customer focused individual who understands the importance of resident engagement and communication and drives this message throughout their team.&nbsp;You will be a key contributor to the development and implementation of our new Repair Strategy and lead the integration and transformation of your services.As our Regional Head of Property Services, you’ll be the lead voice and face of our repairs and maintenance operations in the Northeast London region.&nbsp;You’ll bring stability and strategic direction to a large and complex portfolio including responsive repairs, disrepair, voids, aids and adaptations, damp and mould, and planned property services.&nbsp;You’ll also help shape the future of our Repairs Strategy, embedding a culture of accountability, integration and resident-focused delivery.You’ll work closely with senior leaders, contractors, frontline teams and, most importantly, our residents, creating a service that’s consistent, high-quality and built on trust.&nbsp;A key part of our 3-year strategy is to improve resident engagement and communication – this will be through resident surgeries during the day and after working hours. You’ll create a joined-up culture with our housing and operations teams where everyone is working towards the same goal.In this role, you’ll be the go-to lead for all property services in your region, handling high-profile cases and emergency escalations with calm, clarity and care.&nbsp;You’ll set the tone as a visible, accountable and inspiring leader for a multi-functional team and own performance and drive improvement from KPIs and compliance to satisfaction and service quality.&nbsp;You’ll be required to meet with your team and contractors each Monday in the regional office at Kings Cross along with 1-2 days working from an office location.You’ll build strong partnerships across internal teams and external suppliers, ensuring every part of the service works in sync and use data, feedback and insight from regular Works in Progress meetings with contractors and regular solicitors’ meetings to continually review the case load of your region to resolve any blockages to allow a speedy resolution for our residents.You’ll lead contract management, drive value for money, and ensure all work meets regulatory, legal and safety standards.To be successful in this role, you’ll:<ul><li>Be a strong leader with experience in property services, disrepair or repairs operations within a social housing or similar environment.</li><li>Have a good understanding of data and how to use this to drive performance within a team</li><li>Have experience of managing disrepair and major works, void works and delivery</li><li>Have a track record of managing large, cross-functional teams, and getting results that matter</li><li>Possess excellent knowledge of building pathology, and specific experience of building maintenance, contract management and health &amp; safety legislation.</li><li>Be confident in leading through complexity and crisis, with a calm, solutions-focused approach.</li><li>Passion for equity, inclusion and making services work for everyone.</li></ul>At Peabody, we’re all about making a difference to our community and helping people flourish.Here’s what you’ll get when you join us:<ul><li>Flexible and hybrid working</li><li>30 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays</li><li>Up to 10% pension contribution, matched 1:1</li><li>Two additional paid volunteering days each year</li><li>Flexible benefits scheme, including options for healthcare, dental care, and more</li></ul>Ready to apply?Click ‘Apply’ to send us your CV and tell us why you’re the right fit for this role.<ul><li>Advert Closing Date:&nbsp;20th July</li><li>Interviews:&nbsp;Stage one interviews will take place in person on 24th July. Stage two interviews, including a presentation, will take place in person on 7th August.</li></ul>As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer.

Regional Head of Property Services

Julian House is a charity dedicated to making a difference to the lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged people in society. We run several projects and every year we help thousands of people out of homelessness, into employment, away from domestic abuse, and more. If you'd like a real sense of job satisfaction, great career prospects and a competitive benefits package, you could be who we're looking for! Job Role: Supported Housing Worker Salary:£25,235 per year Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract type: Permanent Location: Somerset East &amp; Somerset, mainly Frome &amp; Shepton Mallet Additional information: <ul><li>Valid driver's license and access to a car for business purposes</li><li>Participation in an out-of-hours on-call rota</li><li>Participation in a rostered system of working with shifts between the hours of 08:00 AM and 20:00 PM </li><li>Primarily Monday to Friday, with weekend availability required on a rotational basis</li></ul>The Role: Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? We're looking for a dedicated and compassionate Supported Housing Worker to support individuals experiencing homelessness on their journey toward greater independence. In this rewarding role, you'll work across two locations, providing tailored, person-centred support to clients with medium-level needs. From helping people maintain their tenancies to connecting them with vital services, you'll play a key role in empowering individuals to build brighter, more stable futures. What You'll Be Doing: <ul><li>Delivering direct support and housing management services to clients</li><li>Building strong partnerships with local agencies</li><li>Keeping client records accurate, clear, and up to date</li><li>Tracking referrals into the service</li><li>Creating a safe, supportive and empowering environment that promotes personal growth and sustainable move-on</li></ul>Since job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the post holder may be required to undertake other duties, which are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities What We're Looking For: <ul><li>Experience working with people who may have complex needs and/or challenging behaviours</li><li>Valid driver's license and access to own vehicle - business insurance will be required for roles involving travel for work</li></ul>There are many great reasons to join our team! <ul><li>Great opportunities for career development and free monthly training sessions from experienced facilitators</li><li>Wellbeing related support and advice and up to 6 free counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>27 days annual leave, including an extra day off for your birthday, increasing up to 30 days after 4 years of continuous employment (pro-rata for part time staff) </li><li>30% staff discount at Julian House charity shops</li><li>20% staff discount at Julian House bike workshops</li><li>For all the fantastic and valuable work you'll be doing makes you eligible for the Blue Light Card which offers amazing discounts on thousands of brands</li><li>A generous and competitive pension scheme</li><li>A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted</li><li>6 weekly Reflective Practice sessions from objective, external facilitators</li></ul>Our Ethos As an Equal Opportunities employer, we have an Equality and Diversity Action plan in place showing our commitment in ensuring continuous improvement in creating an inclusive culture. We also have a committed group of Inclusion &amp; Diversity champions who meet monthly to ensure progress is being made. We invite applications from people from all backgrounds and cultures, especially minority groups that are underrepresented in the workplace. We also welcome applications from those with lived experience. We embrace flexibility and are proud to be a Disability Confident and Mindful employer, as well as an Armed Forces Covenant Supporter. If you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process (including the interview), please contact us so that we can let you know how we can support you. DBS Checks We welcome applications from people with lived experience. All applicants working with our clients will be expected to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. A criminal conviction will not necessarily prevent you from becoming an employee; the decision will depend on the type of offence and its relevance to the role. If you would like to discuss any convictions you may have, please contact the person named in the advert. All information will be dealt with according to our Data Protection Policy. Get in touch If you have any questions about the Supported Housing Worker role, please get in touch with the team at <a href="mailto:recruitment@julianhouse.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@julianhouse.org.uk</a>. We look forward to speaking with you soon! Please note: We reserve the right to close our vacancies once the perfect candidate has been found. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible so that you don't miss out!

We are hiring a Support Worker role at Target Housing to join our team Locations: Hull Job Type: Full-Time, permanent Application Deadline: 7th July 2025 Roles we have available <ul><li>Hull AST Support worker</li></ul>About us Target Housing is a charity and registered social landlord. Over the past 30 years we have shown that stable accommodation and support can help transform lives. We work in a psychologically and trauma informed way to empower people to achieve independence. Target delivers the highest standard of housing and support to enable vulnerable people to live independently, fulfil their potential and contribute to their communities and wider society. In a typical week... You will be allocated a caseload of clients who you will support for the agreed contractual hours. We have offices in each area where you can collaborate with other colleagues and managers. You can discuss your client needs and issues as support for yourself and others. Working hours are generally 9am to 5pm with a 20-minute unpaid lunch break. We offer A starting salary of £25,715, after a full 1 years' service this will rise to £27,025 and further years' service, this will rise to £27,995. You will get an initial 28 days Annual Leave with an additional day a year up to 33 days leave, PLUS 8 Bank Holidays. There are many great reasons to join our team! <ul><li>Great opportunities for career development</li><li>Allocated training</li><li>Mileage Compensation</li><li>Access Membership to Westfield Health &amp; Lifetime Financial</li><li>Ability to apply for the Blue Light card</li><li>Employer Contributory Company pension scheme (4%)</li><li>A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted</li></ul>If you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process (including interview), please contact us so that we can let you know how we can support you. Get in touch If you have any questions about the role, please get in touch with <a href="mailto:bella.crane@targethousing.org.uk" target="_blank">bella.crane@targethousing.org.uk</a> and /or <a href="mailto:donna.mcguiness@targethousing.org.uk" target="_blank">donna.mcguiness@targethousing.org.uk</a> Please note: We reserve the right to close our vacancies early if sufficient applications are received. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible! This role is subject to Enhanced DBS clearance, a full valid driving licence, access to a road worthy vehicle and two satisfactory reference checks JOB DESCRIPTION Main Purpose To provide high quality housing and support services to residents in order to assist them to sustain their tenancies. Specific tasks <ul><li>Assist residents when moving in, or out of Target accommodation. </li></ul><ul><li>Assess the circumstances, aspirations and needs of each resident in order to make a support plan that is relevant to the resident and realistic in its achievement.</li></ul><ul><li>Act as residents' keyworker offering advice and support to negotiated and agreed support planning to enable them to develop their skills for independent living.</li></ul><ul><li>Assist residents to maximise their income and to manage their personal budgets.</li></ul><ul><li>Support residents to understand their rights and responsibilities under their occupancy agreements.</li></ul><ul><li>Support and motivation to residents encouraging them to achieve personal goals.</li></ul><ul><li>Carry out regular resident risk assessment and ensure it is properly recorded and copied to relevant officers in the organisation.</li></ul><ul><li>Review support plans periodically and adapt them according to changing needs</li></ul><ul><li>Make sure residents pay the rent due to Target Housing as required by the occupancy agreement. Assist residents with their benefit claims where necessary.</li></ul><ul><li>Monitor residents' handling of Target Housing property and consumption of gas &amp; electricity.</li></ul><ul><li>Monitor residents' compliance with their occupancy agreements. Inform Service Manager who will then act to resolve non-compliance issues.</li></ul><ul><li>Monitor occupancy to ensure that properties have not been abandoned or damaged and take prompt action when it happens to avoid unnecessary costs to TH.</li><li>Where appropriate, help residents with budgeting. Negotiate with other bodies on behalf of the resident on the repayment of arrears such as rent owed to the Local Authority Housing Department.</li><li>Liaise with the Probation Service and any other appropriate bodies to ensure that all are aware of relevant information.</li><li>Enable and support the service user to deal with conflict and disputes amongst service users and between service users and neighbours.</li></ul><ul><li>Assist in the delivery and development of resident activities.</li></ul><ul><li>Keep all prescribed records in order that the value of the tenant support service can be audited and comply with confidentiality policy.</li></ul><ul><li>Build links with external organisations, to maintain constructive working relations and to ensure resident's needs are met.</li></ul><ul><li>Participate in office duty arrangements.</li></ul><ul><li>Provide cover for absent Housing Support Assistants &amp; Supported Housing Assistant.</li></ul><ul><li>Accompany a colleague to an appointment or visit where dual attendance is required.</li></ul>General tasks <ul><li>Attend and participate in training sessions or activities as required.</li></ul><ul><li>Participate in team meetings and supervision as required,</li></ul><ul><li>Perform other such duties as may be required to further the aims of Target Housing within the Health and Safety requirements.</li></ul><ul><li>Adhere to all of Target Housing's policies and procedures in particular our Equal Opportunities, Confidentiality and Health and Safety policies.</li></ul><ul><li>Carry out other such duties as directed by senior managers as appropriate to the aims of Target Housing.</li></ul>Person specifications <ul><li>Understanding of services provided to vulnerable groups</li></ul><ul><li>Understanding of delivering supported housing services. </li></ul><ul><li>Understanding of delivering services to residents in housing and supported accommodation</li></ul><ul><li>Basic knowledge of Welfare Benefits System. </li></ul><ul><li>An understanding of risk assessments and support planning</li></ul><ul><li>Understanding of the Judiciary System in the UK</li></ul>Competencies Customer Focus (Critical) Integrity (Critical) Team Working (Critical) Confidence &amp; Judgment (Very Important) Communication and Influence (Very Important) Planning &amp; Organising (Important) Technical (Important) CLOSING DATE 22/08/25 Target welcomes applications from all members of the community. Target reserves the right to close this role earlier than stated should the number of applications suffice.

Housing Support Worker AST - HULL

Rotherham, Barnsley &amp; Doncaster About us Target Housing is a charity and registered social landlord. Over the past 30 years we have shown that stable accommodation and support can help transform lives. We work in a psychologically and trauma informed way to empower people to achieve independence. Target delivers the highest standard of housing and support to enable vulnerable people to live independently, fulfil their potential and contribute to their communities and wider society. In a typical week... You will have an allocated caseload of tenants who you will support for the agreed contractual hours within their tenancies with the aim of supporting them to eventually move onto independent living. We take a multi-agency approach to ensure the most comprehensive amount of support is provided for the tenants needs. The South Yorkshire AST project operates across Barnsley, Doncaster and Rotherham and you may be required to work in one, or potentially, across all of these areas. Target is a collaborative organisation and have several office locations where you can access additional guidance from colleagues and management. Working hours are generally 9am to 5pm with a 20-minute unpaid lunch break. JOB DESCRIPTION Main Purpose To provide high quality housing and support services to residents in order to assist them to sustain their tenancies. Specific tasks <ul><li>Assist residents when moving in, or out of Target accommodation.</li></ul><ul><li>Assess the circumstances, aspirations and needs of each resident in order to make a support plan that is relevant to the resident and realistic in its achievement.</li></ul><ul><li>Act as residents' keyworker offering advice and support to negotiated and agreed support planning to enable them to develop their skills for independent living.</li></ul><ul><li>Assist residents to maximise their income and to manage their personal budgets.</li></ul><ul><li>Support residents to understand their rights and responsibilities under their occupancy agreements.</li></ul><ul><li>Support and motivation to residents encouraging them to achieve personal goals.</li></ul><ul><li>Carry out regular resident risk assessment and ensure it is properly recorded and copied to relevant officers in the organisation.</li></ul><ul><li>Review support plans periodically and adapt them according to changing needs</li></ul><ul><li>Make sure residents pay the rent due to Target Housing as required by the occupancy agreement. Assist residents with their benefit claims where necessary.</li></ul><ul><li>Monitor residents' handling of Target Housing property and consumption of gas &amp; electricity.</li></ul><ul><li>Monitor residents' compliance with their occupancy agreements. Inform Service Manager who will then act to resolve non-compliance issues.</li></ul><ul><li>Monitor occupancy to ensure that properties have not been abandoned or damaged and take prompt action when it happens to avoid unnecessary costs to TH.</li><li>Where appropriate, help residents with budgeting. Negotiate with other bodies on behalf of the resident on the repayment of arrears such as rent owed to the Local Authority Housing Department.</li><li>Liaise with the Probation Service and any other appropriate bodies to ensure that all are aware of relevant information.</li><li>Enable and support the service user to deal with conflict and disputes amongst service users and between service users and neighbours.</li></ul><ul><li>Assist in the delivery and development of resident activities.</li></ul><ul><li>Keep all prescribed records in order that the value of the tenant support service can be audited and comply with confidentiality policy.</li></ul><ul><li>Build links with external organisations, to maintain constructive working relations and to ensure resident's needs are met.</li></ul><ul><li>Participate in office duty arrangements.</li></ul><ul><li>Provide cover for absent Housing Support Assistants &amp; Supported Housing Assistant.</li></ul><ul><li>Accompany a colleague to an appointment or visit where dual attendance is required.</li></ul>General tasks <ul><li>Attend and participate in training sessions or activities as required.</li></ul><ul><li>Participate in team meetings and supervision as required,</li></ul><ul><li>Perform other such duties as may be required to further the aims of Target Housing within the Health and Safety requirements.</li></ul><ul><li>Adhere to all of Target Housing's policies and procedures in particular our Equal Opportunities, Confidentiality and Health and Safety policies.</li></ul><ul><li>Carry out other such duties as directed by senior managers as appropriate to the aims of Target Housing.</li></ul>Person specifications <ul><li>Understanding of services provided to vulnerable groups</li></ul><ul><li>Understanding of delivering supported housing services.</li></ul><ul><li>Understanding of delivering services to residents in housing and supported accommodation</li></ul><ul><li>Basic knowledge of Welfare Benefits System. </li></ul><ul><li>An understanding of risk assessments and support planning</li></ul><ul><li>Understanding of the Judiciary System in the UK</li></ul>Competencies Customer Focus (Critical) Integrity (Critical) Team Working (Critical) Confidence &amp; Judgment (Very Important) Communication and Influence (Very Important) Planning &amp; Organising (Important) Technical (Important) There are many great reasons to join our team! <ul><li>Great opportunities for career development</li><li>Allocated training</li><li>Mileage Compensation</li><li>Access Membership to Westfield Health &amp; Lifetime Financial</li><li>Ability to apply for the Blue Light card</li><li>Employer Contributory Company pension scheme (4%)</li><li>A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted.</li></ul>Target welcomes applications from all members of the community. Target reserves the right to close this role earlier than stated should the number of applications suffice.

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