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Job summary Weve transformed the way we help our Independent Reviewing Officers get the best outcomes possible for every child and family we work with. We do this through manageable caseloads, great management support, reflective supervision, continual professional development in a learning environment, and unwavering focus on your wellbeing, so that you can always bring your best self to the children you support. Main duties of the job We are looking for two Independent Reviewing Officers (IRO) who have relevant experience at management level and can support the delivery of a high-quality services to ensure the best outcomes for Oxfordshire Children. The post available is for a generic IRO supporting the full range of Children We Care For. Its a really exciting time to join us! About us As part of our team, you will:Focus on successful outcomes for families using a relational, strengths-based approach. Use motivational interviewing to engage and support children and familiesBe supported with individual supervision to promote your wellbeing and professional development.Hold a manageable caseload as directed by the IRO handbook to ensure that you have the time you need to spend with the children and families you are working with.Have opportunities to continue to learn while you work, by undertaking training, webinars, practice learning events and reflective sessions. Job description Job responsibilities About Us Working together to help Children, young people, and families to thrive. Join Oxfordshire County Council on an exciting journey towards Delivering the Future Together, our ambitious transformation programme which will enable us to be an employer, partner, and place shaper of choice. Were seeking the right people who can help us get there while embracing our value of daring to do it differently, as we continue to strive to do better. In our Children, Education, &amp; Families Directorate, we do our very best to help children, young people, and families to thrive. We know the importance of building relationships, empowering people, and building on strengths and this is reflected in our restorative, relational practice approach. Weve been consistently rated as good by Ofsted, but we are not content with that; we are ambitious and want to do even better! Oxfordshire County Council is a financially stable local authority which is committed to investing in Children, Education, and Families, to ensure that we have the resources we need to make a real difference to the families we work with. About the Role Weve transformed the way we help our Independent Reviewing Officers get the best outcomes possible for every child and family we work with. We do this through manageable caseloads, great management support, reflective supervision, continual professional development in a learning environment, and unwavering focus on your wellbeing, so that you can always bring your best self to the children you support. We are looking for two Independent Reviewing Officers (IRO) who have relevant experience at management level and can support the delivery of a high-quality services to ensure the best outcomes for Oxfordshire Children. The post available is for a generic IRO supporting the full range of Children We Care For.Its a really exciting time to join us! As part of our team, you will: <ul> <li>Focus on successful outcomes for families using a relational, strengths-based approach.</li> <li>Use motivational interviewing to engage and support children and families</li> <li>Be supported with individual supervision to promote your wellbeing and professional development.</li> <li>Hold a manageable caseload as directed by the IRO handbook to ensure that you have the time you need to spend with the children and families you are working with.</li> <li>Have opportunities to continue to learn while you work, by undertaking training, webinars, practice learning events and reflective sessions.</li></ul>About you <ul> <li>We would like to hear from you if you are</li></ul><ul> <li>Kind and caring, with an understanding of and respect for individuals qualities, abilities, and diverse backgrounds.</li> <li>Advocating for equality and integrity in all you do.</li> <li>Always learning, with a passion to grow and develop your skills.</li></ul><ul> <li>Willing totake responsibilityand contribute to the delivery of Oxfordshire County Councils vision.</li> <li>Driven to do it differently to embark on a journey of continuous improvement.</li></ul>Rewards and benefits <ul> <li>Competitive salary from£59,008 - £62,422</li> <li>Annual leave starting at 30 days per year (plus bank holidays).</li> <li>A comprehensive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).</li> <li>Flexible working.</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeing support24 x7.</li> <li>Range of family friendly policies.</li> <li>Childcare vouchers, cycle to work scheme, electric car scheme, range of staff discounts including travel, holidays, insurance, food, health &amp; leisure activities.</li> <li>Excellent learning and development opportunities.</li> <li>Explore more here</li></ul>Ourcommitmentto:Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peersupport, education and safe spaces for all. Ourcommitmentto:Guaranteed Interview Schemes As a DisabilityConfidentemployer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are alsocommittedto helping andsupportingthose transitioning from HM ArmedForcesto civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service. Ourcommitmentto:Safeguarding Oxfordshire County Council arecommittedto safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers tosharethiscommitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments. Ourcommitmentto:Flexible Working We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, jobsharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. Follow us on Social Media Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. If you encounter any issues with the application system, please contact: Stuart Jones on 07549 223574 <a href="mailto:stuart.jones2@oxfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">stuart.jones2@oxfordshire.gov.uk</a> Job description Job responsibilities About Us Working together to help Children, young people, and families to thrive. Join Oxfordshire County Council on an exciting journey towards Delivering the Future Together, our ambitious transformation programme which will enable us to be an employer, partner, and place shaper of choice. Were seeking the right people who can help us get there while embracing our value of daring to do it differently, as we continue to strive to do better. In our Children, Education, &amp; Families Directorate, we do our very best to help children, young people, and families to thrive. We know the importance of building relationships, empowering people, and building on strengths and this is reflected in our restorative, relational practice approach. Weve been consistently rated as good by Ofsted, but we are not content with that; we are ambitious and want to do even better! Oxfordshire County Council is a financially stable local authority which is committed to investing in Children, Education, and Families, to ensure that we have the resources we need to make a real difference to the families we work with. About the Role Weve transformed the way we help our Independent Reviewing Officers get the best outcomes possible for every child and family we work with. We do this through manageable caseloads, great management support, reflective supervision, continual professional development in a learning environment, and unwavering focus on your wellbeing, so that you can always bring your best self to the children you support. We are looking for two Independent Reviewing Officers (IRO) who have relevant experience at management level and can support the delivery of a high-quality services to ensure the best outcomes for Oxfordshire Children. The post available is for a generic IRO supporting the full range of Children We Care For.Its a really exciting time to join us! As part of our team, you will: <ul> <li>Focus on successful outcomes for families using a relational, strengths-based approach.</li> <li>Use motivational interviewing to engage and support children and families</li> <li>Be supported with individual supervision to promote your wellbeing and professional development.</li> <li>Hold a manageable caseload as directed by the IRO handbook to ensure that you have the time you need to spend with the children and families you are working with.</li> <li>Have opportunities to continue to learn while you work, by undertaking training, webinars, practice learning events and reflective sessions.</li></ul>About you <ul> <li>We would like to hear from you if you are</li></ul><ul> <li>Kind and caring, with an understanding of and respect for individuals qualities, abilities, and diverse backgrounds.</li> <li>Advocating for equality and integrity in all you do.</li> <li>Always learning, with a passion to grow and develop your skills.</li></ul><ul> <li>Willing totake responsibilityand contribute to the delivery of Oxfordshire County Councils vision.</li> <li>Driven to do it differently to embark on a journey of continuous improvement.</li></ul>Rewards and benefits <ul> <li>Competitive salary from£59,008 - £62,422</li> <li>Annual leave starting at 30 days per year (plus bank holidays).</li> <li>A comprehensive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).</li> <li>Flexible working.</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeing support24 x7.</li> <li>Range of family friendly policies.</li> <li>Childcare vouchers, cycle to work scheme, electric car scheme, range of staff discounts including travel, holidays, insurance, food, health &amp; leisure activities.</li> <li>Excellent learning and development opportunities.</li> <li>Explore more here</li></ul>Ourcommitmentto:Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peersupport, education and safe spaces for all. Ourcommitmentto:Guaranteed Interview Schemes As a DisabilityConfidentemployer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are alsocommittedto helping andsupportingthose transitioning from HM ArmedForcesto civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service. Ourcommitmentto:Safeguarding Oxfordshire County Council arecommittedto safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers tosharethiscommitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments. Ourcommitmentto:Flexible Working We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, jobsharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. Follow us on Social Media Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. If you encounter any issues with the application system, please contact: Stuart Jones on 07549 223574 <a href="mailto:stuart.jones2@oxfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">stuart.jones2@oxfordshire.gov.uk</a> Person Specification General Requirements Essential <ul> <li>Please refer to job description above</li> </ul> Desirable <ul> <li>Please refer to job description above</li> </ul>Person Specification General Requirements Essential <ul> <li>Please refer to job description above</li> </ul> Desirable <ul> <li>Please refer to job description above</li> </ul>Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Oxfordshire County Council Address Oxford OX1 1ND Employer's website

Independent Reviewing Officer

The role Housing with Support ManagerLocation: Clarence Avenue, Lambeth, SW4 8DNSalary: £31,335 - £32,984 (Dependent upon experience)Contract: Full Time Permanent 37.5hrs per weekAre you passionate about supporting older people to live independently in a safe and welcoming community? Join us at MTVH as a Housing with Support Manager and make a real difference every day. About this role: Our sheltered housing service provides on-site housing management and support for customers aged 55 and over, helping them maintain independence, choice, and control over their lives. We create a vibrant and secure environment where residents can enjoy an active social life if they choose. As a Housing with Support Manager, you'll deliver a high-quality housing management service across our schemes, ensuring properties are well-maintained, safe, and compliant. You'll be the first point of contact for residents, offering advice, support, and practical solutions to help them thrive. What You'll Do<ul><li>Manage referrals, arrange property viewings, and assess suitability in line with our allocations policy.</li><li>Carry out home visits after move-in and regular tenancy audits to ensure residents are settled and supported.</li><li>Provide advice on rent management, welfare benefits, budgeting, and financial inclusion.</li><li>Support residents to report repairs, address anti-social behaviour, and maintain safe homes.</li><li>Promote independence by signposting to community resources and specialist services.</li><li>Coordinate minor works through our handy person service and liaise with Asset Management for planned works.</li><li>Arrange property adaptations to meet individual needs and maintain suitability.</li></ul>What We're Looking For Essential:<ul><li>Knowledge of legislation relevant to older residents and sheltered housing.</li><li>Understanding of welfare benefits and tenancy rights.</li><li>Experience supporting vulnerable older people with housing and wellbeing needs.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li><li>Strong IT skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook) and good numeracy/literacy.</li><li>Awareness of safeguarding procedures and local support pathways.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>QCF Diploma or NVQ Level 3 in Health &amp; Social Care or Housing.</li></ul>Personal Attributes<ul><li>Flexible and adaptable to meet customer needs.</li><li>Assertive yet empathetic when dealing with sensitive issues.</li><li>Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and manage workload effectively.</li></ul>Please note :- we do not currently offer visa sponsorship. What's in it for you? Our benefits include:-<ul><li>28 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time) per year </li><li>2 volunteering days per year for things like helping out in local communities</li><li>An additional 'Beliefs day' once a year to have an extra a day off</li><li>Supported family friendly approach with extended parental leave</li><li>Enhanced pension with matched contributions of up to 9%</li><li>Option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave per year</li><li>Life assurance cover 3 x your salary</li><li>Cycle2work scheme</li><li>Hybrid Working - Dependent on job role and department</li><li>Health cash plan scheme for your everyday healthcare needs which you can add your family members too</li><li>Tenancy deposit - interest free loan to help with rental deposits and season Ticket loan</li><li>Access to extensive learning and training opportunities with Wisebox platform</li><li>Colleague virtual social platform with our workplace pages where you can keep up to date with the organisational activity and link in with colleagues</li><li>Career progression across the organisation with our mentoring/coaching programmes, apprenticeships and career planning support</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme- We are committed to the wellbeing of our colleagues and support this as an organisation</li></ul>About us We are committed to developing and implementing or maintaining sustainability initiatives to reduce environmental impact and promote sustainable practices within MTVH. Learn more about our benefits and organisation by viewing our attached document Our promise Here at Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing (MTVH) we want to capture the value that difference brings and are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We work collaboratively 'Serving people better every day' to educate, support and develop all of our diverse employees and the communities that we serve. We are also part of the disability confident employer scheme. We want every employee and every customer to feel comfortable enough to be their true self and are working tirelessly in the background to create an environment that encourages our employees to challenge non-inclusive behaviours and to be mindful of their own and other's wellbeing. We provide a platform of Network groups for employees to share views, tell us what we're doing well and recommend improvements. We want to create a real sense of community and a workforce who feel that their opinions are valued. Our Networks groups are:-<ul><li>Gender</li><li>Ethnicity</li><li>LGBTQ+</li><li>Disability</li></ul>Our core values of Dare, Care and Collaborate demonstrate that we are a people focused business, solving social issues by working together! We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so we do encourage you to complete the application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. For a full breakdown of company benefits, please see the attached Benefits Digital Booklet: <a href="https://view.pagetiger.com/bksiskh/001" target="_blank">https://view.pagetiger.com/bksiskh/001</a>

Housing with Support Manager

The role Location: Hendon - West Thorpe Garden - NW4 2TU Salary: £31,335 - £32,984 (Dependent upon experience) Contract: Full Time Permanent 37.5hrs per week Are you passionate about supporting older people to live independently in a safe and welcoming community? Join us at MTVH as a Housing with Support Manager and make a real difference every day. About this role Our sheltered housing service provides on-site housing management and support for customers aged 55 and over, helping them maintain independence, choice, and control over their lives. We create a vibrant and secure environment where residents can enjoy an active social life if they choose. As a Sheltered Housing Officer, you'll deliver a high-quality housing management service across our schemes, ensuring properties are well-maintained, safe, and compliant. You'll be the first point of contact for residents, offering advice, support, and practical solutions to help them thrive. What You'll Do<ul><li>Manage referrals, arrange property viewings, and assess suitability in line with our allocations policy.</li><li>Carry out home visits after move-in and regular tenancy audits to ensure residents are settled and supported.</li><li>Provide advice on rent management, welfare benefits, budgeting, and financial inclusion.</li><li>Support residents to report repairs, address anti-social behaviour, and maintain safe homes.</li><li>Promote independence by signposting to community resources and specialist services.</li><li>Coordinate minor works through our handy person service and liaise with Asset Management for planned works.</li><li>Arrange property adaptations to meet individual needs and maintain suitability.</li></ul>What We're Looking For Essential:<ul><li>Knowledge of legislation relevant to older residents and sheltered housing.</li><li>Understanding of welfare benefits and tenancy rights.</li><li>Experience supporting vulnerable older people with housing and wellbeing needs.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li><li>Strong IT skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook) and good numeracy/literacy.</li><li>Awareness of safeguarding procedures and local support pathways.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>QCF Diploma or NVQ Level 3 in Health &amp; Social Care or Housing.</li></ul>Personal Attributes<ul><li>Flexible and adaptable to meet customer needs.</li><li>Assertive yet empathetic when dealing with sensitive issues.</li><li>Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and manage workload effectively.</li></ul>To meet our commitment to providing safe, high-quality services to our customers we will complete an enhanced background check with the Disclosure and Barring Service, which will include a check of the Adult Barred list, once an offer employment is made. A new check will be completed every three years. Please note :- we do not currently offer visa sponsorship. What's in it for you? Our benefits include:-<ul><li>28 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time) per year </li><li>2 volunteering days per year for things like helping out in local communities</li><li>An additional 'Beliefs day' once a year to have an extra a day off</li><li>Supported family friendly approach with extended parental leave</li><li>Enhanced pension with matched contributions of up to 9%</li><li>Option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave per year</li><li>Life assurance cover 3 x your salary</li><li>Cycle2work scheme</li><li>Hybrid Working - Dependent on job role and department</li><li>Health cash plan scheme for your everyday healthcare needs which you can add your family members too</li><li>Tenancy deposit - interest free loan to help with rental deposits and season Ticket loan</li><li>Access to extensive learning and training opportunities with Wisebox platform</li><li>Colleague virtual social platform with our workplace pages where you can keep up to date with the organisational activity and link in with colleagues</li><li>Career progression across the organisation with our mentoring/coaching programmes, apprenticeships and career planning support</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme- We are committed to the wellbeing of our colleagues and support this as an organisation</li></ul>About us We are committed to developing and implementing or maintaining sustainability initiatives to reduce environmental impact and promote sustainable practices within MTVH. Learn more about our benefits and organisation by viewing our attached document Our promise Here at Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing (MTVH) we want to capture the value that difference brings and are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We work collaboratively 'Serving people better every day' to educate, support and develop all of our diverse employees and the communities that we serve. We are also part of the disability confident employer scheme. We want every employee and every customer to feel comfortable enough to be their true self and are working tirelessly in the background to create an environment that encourages our employees to challenge non-inclusive behaviours and to be mindful of their own and other's wellbeing. We provide a platform of Network groups for employees to share views, tell us what we're doing well and recommend improvements. We want to create a real sense of community and a workforce who feel that their opinions are valued. Our Networks groups are:-<ul><li>Gender</li><li>Ethnicity</li><li>LGBTQ+</li><li>Disability</li></ul>Our core values of Dare, Care and Collaborate demonstrate that we are a people focused business, solving social issues by working together! We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so we do encourage you to complete the application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. For a full breakdown of company benefits, please see the attached Benefits Digital Booklet: <a href="https://view.pagetiger.com/bksiskh/001" target="_blank">https://view.pagetiger.com/bksiskh/001</a>

The Vacancy <ul> <li>Annual salary of £28,506</li> <li>Permanent role</li> <li>Full-time (37 hours), part-time and flexible working patterns available</li> <li>Based in Oldham</li></ul>Please Note: We are not using recruitment agencies for this position. All applicants should apply directly through the Regenda Website. Any applications submitted through agencies will not be considered. Proposed Assessment Date: 21 January 2026 The role The purpose of the role of a Housing Support Worker is to provide a support service to our service users. You will carry out regular support sessions with service users, to ensure that their individual needs are being met. You will work to empower service users, actively engaging them with the community and helping them to support each other, to develop resilience, to live independently and to be an asset to the community. You will ensure the efficient keeping of appropriate records including case notes, support plans, financial and administrative records. You will also ensure that service users access their full support entitlements, ensuring that housing benefit claims are submitted in a timely manner, and arrears and bad debts actively pursued. The right fit <ul> <li>Have past experience working in a support role and have the ability to assess need and to plan and deliver effective, stimulating and dynamic support.</li> <li>Have strong communication skills - including record keeping, report writing, use of IT and social media platforms.</li> <li>Demonstrate personal organisational skills, manage workloads and meet deadlines.</li> <li>Able to manage risk appropriately and ensure that procedures are followed.</li> <li>You can develop service user, volunteer and community involvement, and work in an enabling way including facilitating group activities.</li></ul>Who we are Petrus provides support services for people facing homelessness or in housing need. We are a charitable organisation and deliver both drop in and residential services in Rochdale and Oldham. We believe people should have access to safe, secure, quality housing. We help people to develop skills, independence and make positive choices. We believe collaboration with other agencies and organisations is key to creating a world where everyone has a safe place to live. Petrus is part of The Regenda Group; we work in places where we can make a difference and operate across the housing and construction sector, in care and support, and in education, training and careers. Next steps If you like what you've read so far and think you've got what it takes to join our team, then apply now with a copy of your CV and a short covering letter detailing why you think you would be a good fit the role. Our Talent Acquisition team will review your application and will be in touch shortly. What we offer Petrus really is a great place to work - and you don't have to just take our word for it! We're accredited by Best Companies for our 'world class' levels of staff engagement and have been consistently named as one of the Best Companies to Work For in the North West. We can offer you a working environment where you can enjoy yourself, develop yourself and be yourself and where you really can make a difference to people's lives. We also offer a fantastic reward and benefits package which includes: <ul> <li>A range of flexible working options.</li> <li>25 days paid annual leave each year (rising to 27 days after three years) in addition to 8 bank holidays.</li> <li>6 additional days for volunteering.</li> <li>5% Employers Contribution to the Pension Scheme.</li> <li>£250 annual 'Live and Learn' allowance to spend on learning any new skill.</li> <li>Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay schemes.</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme and health and wellbeing initiatives</li> <li>A wide variety of exciting learning and development opportunities.</li> <li>Interest free loans to assist with the purchase of computer equipment and travel season tickets.</li> <li>Monthly staff lottery scheme.</li></ul>"We regenerate places and create opportunities for people" We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from disabled and minority ethnic candidates as they are currently under-represented within our organisation. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, we'd encourage you to submit your application as early as possible. INDHP The Company The Regenda Group is a great quality, forward thinking housing business, building, managing and maintaining the homes people need. We own or manage around 13,000 properties across the region, including social rented housing, housing for older people, supported housing, private rented property, shared ownership and housing for sale. The Regenda Group is made up of Regenda Homes and its wholly-owned subsidiaries M&amp;Y Maintenance and Construction, Redwing Living, McDonald Property Rentals, Petrus Community, The Learning Foundry, Positive Footprints and Centre 56. Our mission is to provide a comprehensive range of multi-tenure housing products and services that reflect the dynamic nature of the housing market, the diversity of our customers and a rapidly changing world. Our core purpose is to regenerate places to create opportunities for people. Gallery Previous Next

Housing Support Worker

The Vacancy <ul> <li>Annual salary of £28,506</li> <li>Permanent role</li> <li>Full-time (37 hours), part-time and flexible working patterns available</li> <li>Based in Oldham (Spring Street)</li></ul>Please Note: We are not using recruitment agencies for this position. All applicants should apply directly through the Regenda Website. Any applications submitted through agencies will not be considered. Proposed Assessment Date: 21 January 2026 The role The purpose of the role of a Housing Support Worker is to provide a support service to our service users. You will carry out regular support sessions with service users, to ensure that their individual needs are being met. You will work to empower service users, actively engaging them with the community and helping them to support each other, to develop resilience, to live independently and to be an asset to the community. You will ensure the efficient keeping of appropriate records including case notes, support plans, financial and administrative records. You will also ensure that service users access their full support entitlements, ensuring that housing benefit claims are submitted in a timely manner, and arrears and bad debts actively pursued. The right fit <ul> <li>Have past experience working in a support role and have the ability to assess need and to plan and deliver effective, stimulating and dynamic support.</li> <li>Have strong communication skills - including record keeping, report writing, use of IT and social media platforms.</li> <li>Demonstrate personal organisational skills, manage workloads and meet deadlines.</li> <li>Able to manage risk appropriately and ensure that procedures are followed.</li> <li>You can develop service user, volunteer and community involvement, and work in an enabling way including facilitating group activities.</li></ul>Who we are Petrus provides support services for people facing homelessness or in housing need. We are a charitable organisation and deliver both drop in and residential services in Rochdale and Oldham. We believe people should have access to safe, secure, quality housing. We help people to develop skills, independence and make positive choices. We believe collaboration with other agencies and organisations is key to creating a world where everyone has a safe place to live. Petrus is part of The Regenda Group; we work in places where we can make a difference and operate across the housing and construction sector, in care and support, and in education, training and careers. Next steps If you like what you've read so far and think you've got what it takes to join our team, then apply now with a copy of your CV and a short covering letter detailing why you think you would be a good fit the role. Our Talent Acquisition team will review your application and will be in touch shortly. What we offer Petrus really is a great place to work - and you don't have to just take our word for it! We're accredited by Best Companies for our 'world class' levels of staff engagement and have been consistently named as one of the Best Companies to Work For in the North West. We can offer you a working environment where you can enjoy yourself, develop yourself and be yourself and where you really can make a difference to people's lives. We also offer a fantastic reward and benefits package which includes: <ul> <li>A range of flexible working options.</li> <li>25 days paid annual leave each year (rising to 27 days after three years) in addition to 8 bank holidays.</li> <li>6 additional days for volunteering.</li> <li>5% Employers Contribution to the Pension Scheme.</li> <li>£250 annual 'Live and Learn' allowance to spend on learning any new skill.</li> <li>Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay schemes.</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme and health and wellbeing initiatives</li> <li>A wide variety of exciting learning and development opportunities.</li> <li>Interest free loans to assist with the purchase of computer equipment and travel season tickets.</li> <li>Monthly staff lottery scheme.</li></ul>"We regenerate places and create opportunities for people" We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from disabled and minority ethnic candidates as they are currently under-represented within our organisation. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, we'd encourage you to submit your application as early as possible. INDHP The Company The Regenda Group is a great quality, forward thinking housing business, building, managing and maintaining the homes people need. We own or manage around 13,000 properties across the region, including social rented housing, housing for older people, supported housing, private rented property, shared ownership and housing for sale. The Regenda Group is made up of Regenda Homes and its wholly-owned subsidiaries M&amp;Y Maintenance and Construction, Redwing Living, McDonald Property Rentals, Petrus Community, The Learning Foundry, Positive Footprints and Centre 56. Our mission is to provide a comprehensive range of multi-tenure housing products and services that reflect the dynamic nature of the housing market, the diversity of our customers and a rapidly changing world. Our core purpose is to regenerate places to create opportunities for people. Gallery Previous Next

The Vacancy <ul> <li>Annual salary of £28,506</li> <li>Permanent role</li> <li>Full-time (37 hours), part-time and flexible working patterns available</li> <li>Based in Oldham (Rockcliffe Villa)</li></ul>Please Note: We are not using recruitment agencies for this position. All applicants should apply directly through the Regenda Website. Any applications submitted through agencies will not be considered. Proposed Assessment Date: 21 January 2026 The role The purpose of the role of a Housing Support Worker is to provide a support service to our service users. You will carry out regular support sessions with service users, to ensure that their individual needs are being met. You will work to empower service users, actively engaging them with the community and helping them to support each other, to develop resilience, to live independently and to be an asset to the community. You will ensure the efficient keeping of appropriate records including case notes, support plans, financial and administrative records. You will also ensure that service users access their full support entitlements, ensuring that housing benefit claims are submitted in a timely manner, and arrears and bad debts actively pursued. The right fit <ul> <li>Have past experience working in a support role and have the ability to assess need and to plan and deliver effective, stimulating and dynamic support.</li> <li>Have strong communication skills - including record keeping, report writing, use of IT and social media platforms.</li> <li>Demonstrate personal organisational skills, manage workloads and meet deadlines.</li> <li>Able to manage risk appropriately and ensure that procedures are followed.</li> <li>You can develop service user, volunteer and community involvement, and work in an enabling way including facilitating group activities.</li></ul>Who we are Petrus provides support services for people facing homelessness or in housing need. We are a charitable organisation and deliver both drop in and residential services in Rochdale and Oldham. We believe people should have access to safe, secure, quality housing. We help people to develop skills, independence and make positive choices. We believe collaboration with other agencies and organisations is key to creating a world where everyone has a safe place to live. Petrus is part of The Regenda Group; we work in places where we can make a difference and operate across the housing and construction sector, in care and support, and in education, training and careers. Next steps If you like what you've read so far and think you've got what it takes to join our team, then apply now with a copy of your CV and a short covering letter detailing why you think you would be a good fit the role. Our Talent Acquisition team will review your application and will be in touch shortly. What we offer Petrus really is a great place to work - and you don't have to just take our word for it! We're accredited by Best Companies for our 'world class' levels of staff engagement and have been consistently named as one of the Best Companies to Work For in the North West. We can offer you a working environment where you can enjoy yourself, develop yourself and be yourself and where you really can make a difference to people's lives. We also offer a fantastic reward and benefits package which includes: <ul> <li>A range of flexible working options.</li> <li>25 days paid annual leave each year (rising to 27 days after three years) in addition to 8 bank holidays.</li> <li>6 additional days for volunteering.</li> <li>5% Employers Contribution to the Pension Scheme.</li> <li>£250 annual 'Live and Learn' allowance to spend on learning any new skill.</li> <li>Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay schemes.</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme and health and wellbeing initiatives</li> <li>A wide variety of exciting learning and development opportunities.</li> <li>Interest free loans to assist with the purchase of computer equipment and travel season tickets.</li> <li>Monthly staff lottery scheme.</li></ul>"We regenerate places and create opportunities for people" We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from disabled and minority ethnic candidates as they are currently under-represented within our organisation. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, we'd encourage you to submit your application as early as possible. INDHP The Company The Regenda Group is a great quality, forward thinking housing business, building, managing and maintaining the homes people need. We own or manage around 13,000 properties across the region, including social rented housing, housing for older people, supported housing, private rented property, shared ownership and housing for sale. The Regenda Group is made up of Regenda Homes and its wholly-owned subsidiaries M&amp;Y Maintenance and Construction, Redwing Living, McDonald Property Rentals, Petrus Community, The Learning Foundry, Positive Footprints and Centre 56. Our mission is to provide a comprehensive range of multi-tenure housing products and services that reflect the dynamic nature of the housing market, the diversity of our customers and a rapidly changing world. Our core purpose is to regenerate places to create opportunities for people. Gallery Previous Next

Exciting Career Opportunity at Citizen! Are you a driven professional seeking to make an impact in supported housing? With over fifty years of experience, we have grown to be one of the UK's most trusted social housing providers, Citizen owns and manages 30,000 homes for diverse communities across the West Midlands, from urban tower blocks to rural villages and towns. Find out more about the work we do here: Citizen The Gateway provides short-term supported accommodation for single people over 18 years who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. The Supported Housing Officer role has two clear purposes - the delivery of intensive housing management and delivery of person-centred support. Position: Supported Housing Officer Salary: £36,149 Work Pattern: Full Time, 37 hours per week, 8.00am-8.00pm on a rota basis Location: Scheme Based, The Gateway, Hillfields, Coventry, CV1 5TU Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Work with residents to develop financial, life and tenancy skills, increase resilience and confidence, and promote independence</li> <li>Prevent homelessness, sustain accommodation, and support residents in achieving positive move-on opportunities into independent accommodation to improve their life chances and build a foundation for life</li> <li>Demonstrate excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills, enabling you to build positive professional relationships with residents and partner agencies</li> <li>Work collaboratively to provide holistic support and promote resident engagement and wellbeing</li></ul>Qualifications and experience: <ul> <li>Experience of working with vulnerable adults in a community setting or supported housing.</li> <li>Have previous experience in Housing Management and Support</li> <li>CIH Level 3 or willingness to undertake qualification</li> <li>Empathetic, positive, optimistic and solutions-focused in everything you do even in the face of challenges, and you will believe passionately in the social value derived from delivering outstanding services to Citizen customers and colleagues.</li></ul>Manager's Quote: "You will work as part of a passionate and driven team, in partnership with other relevant services, to provide holistic support to residents. You will encourage engagement by developing supportive relationships, with the aim of helping residents become tenancy ready and able to move on into independent accommodation". We will be an employer of choice and invest in our people We will attract and retain the best and brightest professionals, support them to achieve their potential, and reward and recognise them for the fantastic work they do. What We Offer: <ul> <li>Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking organization that values creativity and innovation.</li> <li>Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.</li> <li>Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who support and inspire each other.</li></ul>Benefits: <ul> <li>Annual Leave: Annual leave starts at 26 days per year plus bank holidays</li> <li>Annual leave purchase scheme - option to buy up to an additional 5 days per year</li> <li>Enhanced family leave (maternity, paternity and adoption)</li> <li>Organisational sick pay</li> <li>Generous Pension Scheme - The option to contribute 4%, 6% or up to 10% which Citizen will match</li> <li>Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive compensation package.</li> <li>Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.</li> <li>Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours and generous leave policies.</li> <li>Employee Development: Access to training programs and career development resources.</li></ul>Find out more here: Citizen | Benefits Company Culture: We will be an employer of choice and invest in our people To deliver the best services for our customers we need employees who are passionate, committed and engaged. We will create a culture where every individual feels comfortable and confident to be themselves and the wellbeing of our employees is a priority. Our team is passionate about making a positive impact and driving innovation insupported housing. We will work together as one team and embrace our Citizen values. Stay Connected: Follow us onProfile / X, Citizen | FacebookandInstragram - Citizento stay updated on our latest news and opportunities. This post is subject to a Enhanced DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service). Closing date: 8th January 2026 Interview date: 20th January 2026 We welcome applications from all backgrounds and can make reasonable adjustments to support you through the process. Please note we will be reviewing applications throughout the campaign and may invite candidates to interview at any time. We reserve the right to close this role earlier than the published closing date should a suitable candidate be identified. <ul> <li>Proud Corporate Member of WISH - The Network for Women Working in Social Housing</li> <li>Citizen Housing is a Disability Confident Employer</li> <li>Official Accredited Living Wage Employer</li></ul>

Supported Housing Officer

Location: Selby, North Yorkshire Salary: From £47,181 up to £51,356 per annum pro rata + relocation support Grade: M Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time (37 hours) Join Our 'Outstanding' Team as an Independent Reviewing Officer! North Yorkshire Council is proud to have a national reputation for excellence, and we're looking for passionate Independent Reviewing Officers (IROs) to join our dedicated team. We also welcome those who are looking to relocate. This is a great opportunity to become part of a well-established, experienced team, who are determined to achieve the highest standards of care and safety for children and young people. The successful candidates will be required to work from other parts of North Yorkshire as required. What Makes This Role Special? As an IRO, you'll be the independent voice for children and young people, ensuring their thoughts and opinions shape the decisions about their care. You will have a key role in ensuring the safety and welfare of children and young people. You'll chairreviews and oversee the plans for Children in Care, chair Child Protection Conferences, undertake Regulation 44 visits to our children's homes and also conduct Annual Reviews for Foster Carers, holding the Local Authority and partners to account and promoting a high quality of practice. This is a role for someone who thrives on making a difference, values quality assurance, and wants to work in an environment that embraces transformational change and innovation. What We're Looking For <ul> <li>Qualified Social Worker (Diploma in Social Work or equivalent).</li> <li>Social Work England registration.</li> <li>Significant experience in children and families work, including complex cases and multi-agency meetings.</li> <li>Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.</li> <li>Ability to travel across North Yorkshire and work flexibly, including occasional out-of-hours meetings.</li> </ul>As a council we are lucky to benefit from access to modern technology enabling staff to work from multiple locations, including working from home. We very much promote flexible working, providing it meets our service needs. Why Join Us? <ul> <li>Generous Annual Leave: 28 days of holiday (pro-rata), increasing to 34 days after 5 years' service - plus public holidays.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Pension Scheme: Save for your future with our generous Local Government Pension Scheme.</li> <li>Fitness Discounts: Discounted Gym memberships at various gyms across the county.</li> <li>Lifestyle Savings: Enjoy a wide range of discounts at hundreds of popular high-street and online retailers.</li> <li>And more: Additional wellbeing support, employee assistance, and development opportunities.</li> </ul>The service is countywide and therefore candidates will be expected to work across other locality areas as needed to meet service demand. We very much promote flexible working with the ability to work remotely from a variety of bases as well as from home, provided it is suitable to provide the best service. However, the post holders will be required to Chair complex meetings across North Yorkshire as required and as set out below. It is expected that meetings with children and their families take place in person. North Yorkshire as a county also benefits from excellent road and rail links, with easy access to bordering regions such as Yorkshire &amp; Humber, Lincolnshire, and East Riding, all of which are easily commutable to our great county, some members of our team travel from surrounding towns and cities including York, Beverley and Whitby. For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Melanie Dadd, IRO Team Manager on <a href="mailto:Melanie.Dadd@northyorks.gov.uk" target="_blank">Melanie.Dadd@northyorks.gov.uk</a> We welcome individuals looking to relocate, for further information please see our Relocation Policy Key dates Closing date: Monday 5 th January 2026 Interview date: Monday 12 th January 2026 Key documents Job Description / Person Specification.pdf Total Rewards Brochure Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post. NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies. We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Apply now

Job Description About the role Are you passionate about helping people? You could be the perfect fit for our new Independent Living Advisor role at The Guinness Partnership. This is a full time, 35 hours per week, permanent role covering our sites in Chesterfield, Sheffield and Shirebrook. You will need to hold a full UK Driving license and have access to your own vehicle. The overall purpose of the role is to provide an intensive housing management service to Guinness sheltered housing customers. What we are looking for We know that how we do things is just as important as what we do, so you'll not only be highly self-motivated with the rigour to pursue goals, but you'll also be a confident collaborator, networker and relationship builder with a willingness to go the extra mile to get the job done. The role will require regular travel to sites in Shirebrook, Sheffield &amp; Chesterfield. You will be able to demonstrate Essential: <ul> <li>Previous experience of working with the elderly and proven ability to foster a spirit of co-operation and sense of independence within this group.</li> <li>Demonstrable commitment to Equality and Diversity.</li> <li>Ability to adapt communication style to suit individual needs or when explaining technical information.</li> <li>Previous experience of carrying out administrative work including numeracy work.</li> <li>Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.</li> <li>Good oral and written communications.</li> <li>Good knowledge of Microsoft Office.</li> <li>Demonstrates the Guinness Behaviours. </li></ul>Desirable: <ul> <li>Up to date working knowledge of Housing Benefit.</li> <li>Experience in dealing with bereavement and loss.</li> <li>An understanding of both housing management and support services.</li></ul>Qualifications Essential: <ul> <li>Appropriate professional or vocational qualification.</li></ul>If you're interested in finding out more about the key responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached role profile. TJTGP REEDTGP

Independent Living Advisor

Creative Support are currently looking for a caring individual to take on our Relief Housing Support Worker role in Fleetwood, Blackpool, providing the highest standards of care to individuals with mental health/complex needs. This opportunity is perfect for someone who is interested in an exciting career in mental health. We are looking for someone who is approachable and warm and able to connect with the individuals we support. Support Worker Duties: <ul> <li>Developing and sustaining warm and trusting relationships with service users,</li> <li>Carrying out general administrative duties,</li> <li>Providing emotional support to service users,</li> <li>Medication oversight,</li> <li>Supporting with daily living tasks, including budgeting and tenancy maintenance,</li> <li>Communicating and building strong relationships with service users' family, support network and involved professionals.</li> </ul>Experience of providing care and support to individuals with mental health needs is essential for this role. The benefits of joining Creative Support as a Relief/Bank staff member is the flexibility to pick shifts to suit you and work in services that are local to you. Vacancy Reference Number: 85262 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK. Application Instructions: In order to apply, please read the job description and then complete the online application form using the links above. You can also download a copy of our application form using the links above. Completed Application Forms must be submitted to our Head Office address (below) or emailed to <a href="mailto:recruitment@creativesupport.co.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@creativesupport.co.uk</a> to be considered for the vacancy. If you have not received a response to your application within 10 working days of the closing date please accept this as notification of an unsuccessful application. Unsuccessful applicants must wait 6 months before reapplying. If you require any advice on completing your application form, please call us on 0161 236 0829. Recruitment Department, Creative Support Ltd, Wellington House, 131 Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3TS

Relief Housing Support Worker

Do you have experience, or are you looking for a career supporting vulnerable young people living in semi-independent accommodation? Would you like to make a real difference in young people's lives? We may have just the role for you... Come and join a Charity focused on people rather than profit. We are looking for a Support Worker to join our growing Independent Living Services Team supporting young people 16-18 under Local Authority Care across Swindon. You'll play a vital role in helping young people develop independent living skills, whilst being part of a charity that is committed to creating positive change in their lives. Our services span several areas across Swindon, including St Andrews, Freshbrook, Westlea and Oakhurst. Due to the locations, successful applicants will need a full UK drivers licence and access to their own vehicle. We are looking for someone to work full-time (37.5 hours per week) on a rota basis, including alternate weekends. Part-time and bank hours are also available. The Role <ul><li>Help young people build life skills and independence</li><li>Safeguard against harm, abuse and exploitation</li><li>Keep detailed records and support seamless communication with your team</li><li>Maintain a resilient, calm and positive approach even when things get tough</li></ul>While the role can present challenges, the rewards of witnessing the positive impact of your guidance and support on these young lives are truly extraordinary. Why should you consider this opportunity? <ul><li>Be part of a welcoming and supportive team</li><li>Receive strong support from a management team with decades of experiences</li><li>Enjoy opportunities for career growth</li><li>Work within Ofsted regulated services, delivering bespoke, high quality support</li></ul>Whether you have experience, or are just getting started, we are looking for people who are compassionate, with a calm and caring demeanour, and who are flexible, positive, approachable, and resilient. If you don't tick every single box but feel passionate about this role, we still encourage you to apply. You might be exactly who we need! If you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process (including an interview), please contact us so that we can let you know how we can support you. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation. We are facing diverse problems, so need diverse people to tackle them. About Us Established in 1989, Caring for Communities and People (CCP) is a registered charity propelled by an unwavering commitment to addressing homelessness, family breakdown, and social exclusion. We are driven by our values-based approach, caring deeply about the individuals and families we serve. Our supportive programs aim at developing long-term solutions to societal challenges. Over the years, we've consistently made tangible impacts in communities across Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Herefordshire, South Gloucestershire, Bristol, Wiltshire, Dorset, and Devon. What We Offer CCP are committed to your progression. With comprehensive training, a range of benefits and a welcoming workplace, you'll join a community of seasoned professionals who are genuinely excited about supporting your progress. Make the transformative choice for your career-choose CCP. Why join us? <ul><li>25 days holiday, plus public holidays, with an additional day added per year and option to purchase more^</li><li>Enhanced pension (5% employer contribution)</li><li>Enhanced sick pay (up to 30 days full pay and 30 days half pay)</li><li>Life Assurance cover</li><li>Free subscription to Benenden healthcare cashback plan or Perkbox discounts</li><li>Investors in People Gold accredited employer, committed to making the workplace better for you.</li><li>Comprehensive induction and ongoing training and development.</li><li>Option to join various groups, including Proud2Be, Green Impact, Health &amp; Safety, and Health and Wellbeing.</li><li>In-house Workplace Welfare Manager for support when needed.</li><li>We make an Impact, check our latest report <a href="https://impact.ccp.org.uk/" target="_blank">https://impact.ccp.org.uk/</a></li></ul>(Benefits are for contracted staff only not bank workers) Are Your Values Aligned with Ours? We look for staff who embody our SPIRIT values: Show gratitude and appreciation of others. Demonstrate personal and professional Pride. Integrity is everything. Reflect and learn. Continuous Improvement. Take your best self wherever you go. How to Apply If you're ready to make a meaningful difference and share our values, click the apply button to start your journey with CCP. Application Information: Position: Support Worker (Job ID 1041) Hours: Full-time is 37.5 hours a week. Shifts are on a rota basis including alternate weekends. Part time and bank hours also available. Contract: Permanent Location: Various locations across Swindon. Pay: £24,570 per year. Part time will be pro rata. Bank is £12.60 per hour, plus holiday pay accrual Closing Date: 11:59pm 9th January 2026 - CCP reserves the right to close the job advert early if needed. CCP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. Our robust Safeguarding Policy guides our recruitment process. We believe in the rehabilitative power of employment and working toward a purpose, so a prior conviction will not necessarily prevent you from joining CCP. Please note this role is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks and also an enhanced check by the Disclosure &amp; Barring Services, paid for by CCP. Please review the attached job attachments for further insights. ^Annual Leave entitlement will be pro-rata for Part-time staff. Working on public holidays due to a rota pattern will be compensated with time off in lieu. An extra day of leave accrues for each completed financial year (capped at 5). Purchasing additional holidays is capped at 5 per year. ^^Contracted staff only. Business mileage (45p a mile) is paid for any daily miles over and above the distance from your home to the allocated workplace location and back. You'll need a well-maintained vehicle with valid tax, MOT and Insurance covering business use. 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Support Worker - Independent Living Services (16-18 year olds)

We are The Housing Network (THN), a private Limited Company with a purpose. We exist to provide 'More than a Roof', because when life is at its toughest, we believe everyone deserves a safe and stable place to rebuild their lives. Homelessness is a vast and complex issue that does not have a single solution. In understanding that reality, we've learned the importance of perspective; appreciating that if we continue to innovate, collaborate, and give our best, we are playing our part in making a vital difference. We are a team that is absolutely committed to innovate, excel and be dependable in all that we do. Working hard together to achieve our mission of providing Better Accommodation, Better Support, Better Partnerships, and as a result Better Business. Role Overview - What is it? To lead one of our local teams in the delivery of various supported housing services, including our new Active Opportunity Pathway (AOP) for those experiencing multiple disadvantage / severe multiple disadvantage and/or temporary accommodation for individuals or families. You will be an experienced supported housing professional who is familiar with leading, supporting and managing teams (in a hands-on way) to help those experiencing multiple disadvantage or severe multiple disadvantage to overcome barriers to achieving greater independence. You will have an in-depth knowledge of best-practice and current thinking when working with vulnerable people or families facing homelessness, who require support with mental-health, substance misuse, a history of offending and other needs. Using your knowledge and skills to help us create one of the most effective outcomes-focused services in the sector, adhering to the Making Every Adult Matter principles (MEAM). You will be familiar with and have experience of effectively supporting teams to work in a strength-based and trauma informed way. Taking personal pride and ownership in supporting your team (and the wider department / organisation) develop those approaches in support of helping residents achieve outcomes far beyond their expectations. You will have worked in an accommodation-based setting, with significant experience of providing intensive housing management, and tenancy management tasks. Drawing on your knowledge of safeguarding, housing benefit, Universal Credit and mental health, drug and alcohol specialist interventions to support your team to perform at the highest level, meeting and exceeding the expectations of internal and external stakeholders. This is a new role in a specialist team and not one which will see you stepping too far back from those who we support. So you will not only be managing the team who are supporting those experiencing homelessness and multiple disadvantage, but also supporting a small complex caseload yourself. You will be joining us at a very exciting time as we pursue significant growth across our services to develop accommodations options integrated with support, giving you a unique opportunity to use your knowledge and experience to help shape an amazing service for the future. To act as an ambassador for The Housing Network, to promote its mission and values. Being respectful and kind is at the heart of everything that we do. Main Duties - What needs to be done? Staff Management Elements: <ul><li>Actively support your team to deliver a high quality and the most effective and efficient service possible, ensuring they place our residents at the heart of all that they do as they help them achieve sector-leading outcomes.</li><li>Provide a positive role model to your team as you support and motivate them to develop and progress in their role.</li><li>Manage and administer an effective high-performance culture through regular 1:1s, objective setting and appraisals, providing additional support where necessary to overcome challenges and barriers.</li><li>Support your team to seek out opportunities for knowledge development and skill improvement, reviewing its relevance against organisational policies and budgets.</li><li>Participate in the 'Managers On Call' rota to ensure that a point of escalation is available to your team in the event of a serious incident, out of hours.</li><li>Lead on the accurate and effective management of relevant budgets and performance to ensure optimum performance against organisational objectives.</li><li>Fulfil all mandatory line management responsibilities (e.g. annual leave and sickness management), providing strong leadership throughout the entire employee life-cycle in accordance with the organisation's People policies.</li><li>Provide a safe space for reflective practice.</li><li>Create a positive culture of inclusion where your team feel able to engage and offer constructive challenge and feedback.</li><li>Lead on ensuring all aspects of service and property compliance and H&amp;S are maintained at appropriate levels at all times, escalating concerns without delay to senior management.</li><li>Lead on the monitoring and delivery of all relevant contract performance elements, supporting your team to proactively engage with the meeting (and exceeding) of those measures.</li><li>Maintain oversight across all safeguarding matters for the service, leading on engagement with external stakeholders and multi-disciplinary teams, attending case review meetings where appropriate.</li></ul>Support Elements: <ul><li>Ensure you and your team employ a strength-based and trauma-informed approach to building trusting relationships with residents, using that to help create accurate, realistic and meaningful (outcome focused) support plans.</li><li>Use your knowledge and experience of working with people experiencing homelessness and multiple-disadvantage to support your team in identifying and capturing risks, to help design mitigation strategies and inform coping mechanisms.</li><li>Support and challenge your team to engage pro-actively and effectively with residents to help them identify barriers which are preventing them gaining greater levels of independence.</li><li>Uphold the highest levels of safeguarding awareness and protection for individuals, residents, colleagues and the wider community. Working within local frameworks to ensure policies and reporting mechanisms are applied correctly.</li><li>Ensure all team members are up to date with training in line with the organisation governance framework and related policies</li><li>Quality assure accurate records maintained by the team of all support engagements, support plans, risk assessments and other support pathway elements, using them to support appropriate partnership working with local partner agencies.</li><li>Champion the principles of trauma-informed engagement and support across the service and wider organisation, helping colleagues develop their skills and communication approaches to support the achievement of outcomes.</li><li>Encourage the team to take time to engage pro-actively with all residents in the scheme, using the less formal engagements to help deepen the understanding and effectiveness of support plans and achievement of outcomes.</li><li>Work with senior leaders to engage pro-actively with local multi-disciplinary health and housing teams and network groups, seeking to maximise outcomes for individuals and build added-value into the service as a whole.</li><li>Ensure all types of engagement with residents either individually or in group sessions, is recorded all in THN's digital support system.</li><li>Oversee all caseload held by the team (support plans / risk assessments) , ensuring that all residents receive and engage with appropriate amounts and types of support suitable for their needs.</li><li>Work in a non-risk averse and non-judgemental way, helping residents understand the negative impact of their behaviours, then providing harm reduction information and advice where necessary.</li><li>Act as a positive role model for residents and the team, using a strength-based approach to helping them set realistic (but aspirational) goals, prompting, encouraging and motivating them to make them a reality.</li></ul>Intensive Housing Management: <ul><li>Work with colleagues at service and organisational level to ensure maximum levels of service utilisation and efficiency, including the processing and review of referrals in a non-risk averse and balanced community way.</li><li>Lead on the process of referral management, support / needs / risk assessment, and recording of all relevant findings accurately in THN's digital support management system at the first point of resident contact.</li><li>Ensure that the team supports residents to understand and complete all necessary tenancy documentation and service entry requirements, recording them as required in THN's various housing management systems.</li><li>Support the team to take ownership of any rent management matters for residents, helping them to understand the importance of appropriate money management and to take necessary action to avoid arears, which will involve administration of housing benefit claims.</li><li>Support the team with welfare benefit queries and money management skills to maximise rental income,</li><li>Ensure regular accommodation inspections are completed, encouraging the team to use this opportunity to help residents develop further independent living skills (e.g. reporting of repairs) whilst ensuring all necessary compliance and Health and Safety requirements are met.</li></ul>General Elements: <ul><li>Proactively engage in the wider supported housing / homelessness pathway network within the service area, balancing workload / time to ensure engagement is manageable and effective.</li><li>Accurately prepare KPI / performance reports and data in line with commissioning agreements, using that data to inform contract monitoring processes.</li><li>Engage within all relevant organisational KPI / performance management processes, preparing and presenting data and reports as required.</li><li>Maintain all aspects of operational performance at the highest levels, working in a timely / innovative way to address any issues of underperformance.</li></ul>Relationships - Who will I be working / engaging with? <ul><li>Internal - Other AOP service colleagues (e.g., concierge, support workers) / Maintenance and Facilities Teams / Head of Service and Senior Leadership Team / Residents.</li><li>External - Local Authority Commissioners and Housing Officers / Third Sector Partners / Statutory Partners (e.g., Police and Probation) / Housing Benefit Officers / DWP and Employment Partners etc.</li></ul>Competencies - Who with and your skill level? <ul><li>Experience of leading a team in a supporting people setting</li><li>Extensive and demonstratable knowledge and experience of working with people (including families) experiencing homelessness and multiple disadvantage such as mental health, drug and alcohol</li><li>Extensive and demonstratable experience of working in an accommodation-based service, with specific reference to effective rent management, housing benefit and accessing positive move-on options.</li><li>Proven abilities to work in a strength-based and trauma-informed way for the benefit of individuals and families, helping them to achieve a level of positive housing, health and wellbeing outcomes beyond their expectations.</li><li>Experience of quality assurance in relation to completing and managing accurate support plans and risk assessments, which inform design and implementation of engaging and impactful support activities for Families and singe people.</li><li>Extensive and demonstratable knowledge and experience of maintaining the highest standards of safeguarding for vulnerable people.</li><li>Comfortable and familiar with working in a non-risk averse way.</li><li>Knowledge and experience of best-practise and current approaches (e.g. adverse childhood experiences) to deliver effective intervention and therapeutic engagements for people with mental health and drug and alcohol support needs.</li><li>Highly developed ICT skills and familiarity with digital support management systems, and personal abilities and focus on maintaining accuracy at all times.</li><li>Excellent written / verbal communications skills, with the confidence to engage with external partners and stakeholders for the benefit of residents, the service and organisation as a whole.</li></ul>General and Additional <ul><li>The responsibilities contained within this job description are indicative, but not exhaustive. As the role develops, the requirements of the post may change, and as such the post is subject to review in discussion with the post holder.</li><li>The post holder may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as the organisation may reasonably require which are commensurate with the grade of the post.</li><li>The post holder shall comply with the organisation's policies and procedures, ensuring appropriate actions and reporting protocols are followed at all times.</li><li>The post holder shall attend regular staff or other related meetings, contributing positively where appropriate and relevant.</li><li>Extensive travel across the UK will be required from time to time to support the delivery of role requirements, with you holding a full UK driving licence and access to private vehicle for business use when required.</li><li>An Enhanced Disclosure is required for this position.</li></ul>We believe our values should reflect in our behaviour towards our colleagues, partners and residents while we work to achieve our Strategy 2024&gt;29. These values are to be; Innovative, Dynamic, Dependable, Respectful, and Kind. The Housing Network is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst the workforce. We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and we are determined to ensure no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable. As an employer we welcome applications from candidates with lived experience, demonstrating our commitment to capturing the value of "expertise by experience" and providing More than a Voice for our residents. All job offers are subject to a DBS check (level to be advised through the hiring process) and references.

Supported Housing Manager

Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire Salary: From £47,181 up to £51,356 per annum pro rata + relocation support Grade: M Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time (37 hours) Join Our 'Outstanding' Team as an Independent Reviewing Officer! North Yorkshire Council is proud to have a national reputation for excellence, and we're looking for passionate Independent Reviewing Officers (IROs) to join our dedicated team. We also welcome those who are looking to relocate. This is a great opportunity to become part of a well-established, experienced team, who are determined to achieve the highest standards of care and safety for children and young people. The successful candidates will be required to work from other parts of North Yorkshire as required. What Makes This Role Special? As an IRO, you'll be the independent voice for children and young people, ensuring their thoughts and opinions shape the decisions about their care. You will have a key role in ensuring the safety and welfare of children and young people. You'll chairreviews and oversee the plans for Children in Care, chair Child Protection Conferences, undertake Regulation 44 visits to our children's homes and also conduct Annual Reviews for Foster Carers, holding the Local Authority and partners to account and promoting a high quality of practice. This is a role for someone who thrives on making a difference, values quality assurance, and wants to work in an environment that embraces transformational change and innovation. What We're Looking For <ul> <li>Qualified Social Worker (Diploma in Social Work or equivalent).</li> <li>Social Work England registration.</li> <li>Significant experience in children and families work, including complex cases and multi-agency meetings.</li> <li>Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.</li> <li>Ability to travel across North Yorkshire and work flexibly, including occasional out-of-hours meetings.</li> </ul>As a council we are lucky to benefit from access to modern technology enabling staff to work from multiple locations, including working from home. We very much promote flexible working, providing it meets our service needs. Why Join Us? <ul> <li>Generous Annual Leave: 28 days of holiday (pro-rata), increasing to 34 days after 5 years' service - plus public holidays.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Pension Scheme: Save for your future with our generous Local Government Pension Scheme.</li> <li>Fitness Discounts: Discounted Gym memberships at various gyms across the county.</li> <li>Lifestyle Savings: Enjoy a wide range of discounts at hundreds of popular high-street and online retailers.</li> <li>And more: Additional wellbeing support, employee assistance, and development opportunities.</li> </ul>The service is countywide and therefore candidates will be expected to work across other locality areas as needed to meet service demand. We very much promote flexible working with the ability to work remotely from a variety of bases as well as from home, provided it is suitable to provide the best service. However, the post holders will be required to Chair complex meetings across North Yorkshire as required and as set out below. It is expected that meetings with children and their families take place in person. North Yorkshire as a county also benefits from excellent road and rail links, with easy access to bordering regions such as Yorkshire &amp; Humber, Lincolnshire, and East Riding, all of which are easily commutable to our great county, some members of our team travel from surrounding towns and cities including York, Beverley and Whitby. For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Melanie Dadd, IRO Team Manager on <a href="mailto:Melanie.Dadd@northyorks.gov.uk" target="_blank">Melanie.Dadd@northyorks.gov.uk</a> We welcome individuals looking to relocate, for further information please see our Relocation Policy Key dates Closing date: Monday 5 th January 2026 Interview date: Monday 12 th January 2026 Key documents Job Description / Person Specification.pdf Total Rewards Brochure Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post. NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies. We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. #INDM Apply now

<ul><li>Independent_Living_Officer_JDPS</li></ul>Please apply online via the link provided below. Please note that we do not accept CV's without a fully completed application form. Folkestone &amp; Hythe District Council (FHDC) is looking for an experienced housing worker to join our dynamic and effective Independent Living team. You will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive, customer-focused housing service to FHDC tenants living in Independent Living (sheltered housing) schemes. The Independent Living Team delivers intensive housing management to older and vulnerable tenants so that they can sustain their tenancies and live in a safe environment. Key duties include signing up new tenants into their homes, dealing with reports of anti-social behaviour, tenancy management, dealing with residents' queries, carrying out scheme surgeries and meetings, carrying out an annual wellbeing plan with all tenants, assessing the suitability of applicants for Independent Living accommodation, and ensuring the safety of the schemes you manage is maintained through weekly scheme inspections, with fire safety of the utmost importance. The post involves working closely with other Neighbourhoods staff, internal and external partners including the council's Community Safety Unit, social services, Kent Police and Police Community Support Officers plus Kent County Council Wardens. We are looking for someone who can demonstrate that they are committed to excellent customer service and who understands the complex issues that can arise in social housing. The ability to be flexible, adapt to change, and work under pressure in managing your own caseload is also essential for this post. Some knowledge of safeguarding would be preferred. You will need to demonstrate the following: • Experience of working within a housing management team or similar • Sound knowledge of relevant housing legislation and current issues in social housing • Excellent problem-solving skills, a 'can do' attitude and a commitment to getting the job done. • Robust approach to the effective management of an anti-social behaviour caseload • Excellent organisational skills • Excellent communication skills (verbal &amp; written) • Good literacy skills • Confidence, enthusiasm, and a flexible approach A full driving licence and access to your own car is required for this post in order to undertake the duties of the role effectively. This post will work mainly in the Folkestone area. This post requires an enhanced DBS check. The closing date for the receipt of all completed application forms is 9am on Monday 5th January. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 13th January 2025. For an informal discussion about this post please contact Jan Hatcher, Independent Living Team Leader at <a href="mailto:jan.hatcher@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk" target="_blank">jan.hatcher@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk</a> or 07808 647648 Salary range <ul><li>£32,103 - £36,389 per year</li></ul>

Independent Living Officer

About The Role Are you a Life Changer? Do you want to lean in and transform the life of a child? Compass Community puts children first through our therapeutic, innovative approach. Integrity, Courage and Care shape how we work. We listen deeply, challenge each other and fixing what needs fixing, together. This is the work. And we'd like you to be part of it. Main Purpose of Role The Review Meeting is central to the Review process. It is where matters arising from the Review reports can be properly explored. The deliberations of the Review Meeting and the contents of the Review Report inform the Independent Review Officers recommendation regarding the Foster Carers' continuing approval as a Foster Carer and their Terms of Approval. Essential Duties <ol> <li>Critically read the Review paperwork sent to them prior to the Review Meeting.</li> <li>Identify salient areas that should be discussed at the Review Meeting and any matters that need to be explored with relevant parties beforehand (via SSW/Line Manager).</li> <li>Formulate an agenda covering all pertinent areas to be covered in the Review Meeting.</li> <li>Chair the meeting in a facilitative, inclusive and rigorous manner.</li> <li>Draw out key matters explored in the Review Meeting.</li> <li>Make a substantiated and properly evidenced recommendation, drawing on the deliberation of the Review Meeting and the Review paperwork (using TSD Standards/Fostering Competencies).</li> <li>Complete Report /Detailed Review Meating Minutes ensuring that all the above have been covered.</li> <li>Where issues of professional practice arise in respect of staff or carers pertaining to their capability, performance or conduct, the reviewing officer must bring these to the attention of the regions Head of Fostering.</li></ol> Checklist: The following advises of areas for discussion during the Foster Carers Review. The list is not intended to be exhaustive and should be considered along with the information included in the Review paperwork: <ol> <li>Strengths of Foster Carers.</li> <li>Outstanding actions from the last Review.</li> <li>Significant changes since the last Review, including employment/finances/house moves/health issues/household composition/impact of fostering on the family.</li> <li>Emergency Placements/Exemptions in line with Regulations.</li> <li>Issues emerging from updated statutory checks.</li> <li>H &amp; S/Risk Assessments, etc.</li> <li>Any gaps in meeting/maintaining standards/competencies.</li> <li>Complaints/Allegations.</li> <li>Training and Development.</li> <li>Communication/Recording</li> <li>Any changes to Approval and evidence to support any disagreements.</li> <li>Additional support needs if a change of approval is being recommended.</li> <li>Future Actions:</li> <li>Referral to the Fostering Panel</li> <li>Training and Development needs</li> <li>Outstanding H &amp; S/Safe Care</li> <li>Requirement for Re-assessment</li></ol> Others as identified during the Review Meeting. Compass is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. As we continue to grow, we know that we must have the most talented employees with diverse backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support our children and young people.

Job description Post Ref: CC631 Calderdale Council, are pleased to offer the opportunity to undertake the role of Independent Living Officer (ILO) within the Reablement Team. The role has been redesigned and regraded to encourage people who are thinking about a career in Health and Social Care, combining elements of Occupational Therapy, modern approaches to community rehabilitation, reablement and the innovative use of Assistive Technology to support impendence and community inclusion. These roles have been regraded to reflect the new approaches we are developing and can be the first step in a rewarding career, covering a variety of professional roles in health and local government. If you are at the beginning of your career and exploring different options before you make the decision about your future, or if you have the life experience, thinking about a career change and willing to learn new skills that will take you into areas of work you didn't know existed, please contact us for a further conversation. The new team will need to be highly professional, committed to continuous improvement, outcome driven, quality focused with the prospect of future career opportunities? We embrace innovation and encourage performance. We are keen to recruit Independent Living Officers with shared values and behaviours that remain at the heart of everything we do. The reablement team consists of a range of health and social care professionals and supports a Home First pathway and aims to: • Provide reablement to people in their own homes - including assessment and provision of equipment, aids and adaptations, assistive technology. • Reduce preventable admissions to hospital. • Reduce length of stays in hospital by supporting safe and timely discharges using a Home First model. • Provide a person-centred approach to optimise independence and confidence, enable recovery and prevent a decline in functional ability. • Undertake assessment for longer term care for those requiring on-going support. The role of ILO will be to support people to live as independently as possible through engagement, assessment and provision of equipment and aids to support independent living. You will assess, provide and install aids, equipment, adaptations, personal care, medicines management, rehabilitation exercises and support for carers to meet identified needs to support people to live safely at home and maximise independence. Closing date: 25th January 2026 Interviews: 3rd February 2026 As part of our Vision ( <a href="https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/" target="_blank">https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/</a> ) we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a varie-ty of flexible working / job share opportunities. On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change. Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised be-fore being seen by the selection panel.

Independent Living Officer (Reablement Service)

Supported Housing Manager Harlow District Council Permanent, Full Time £58,441 - £60,717 per annum, Grade 18 Location: Harlow Closing Date: 4th January 2026 Essex County Council are delighted to be supporting Harlow District Council with the recruitment of the role of Supported Housing Manager. Please do NOT APPLY on on the Working for Essex site OR click on the APPLY buttons. Please click on this link to make an application: Apply here Harlow Council is seeking a dynamic and experienced Supported Housing Manager to lead our Supported Housing and Day Care Services. You will be responsible for the overall management of services including Telecare emergency alarms and the Leah Manning Day Centre, ensuring compliance with statutory and contractual obligations. You'll also lead on safeguarding vulnerable adults, develop housing support policies, and represent the Council at various levels. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Lead and manage Supported Housing, Telecare, and Day Care services.</li><li>Develop and implement policies and strategies for housing support for older people.</li><li>Act as the corporate lead officer for safeguarding vulnerable adults.</li><li>Build and maintain effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Oversee performance management and contract monitoring.</li><li>Manage capital and revenue budgets.</li><li>Ensure customer engagement and feedback systems are in place.</li><li>Represent the Council at local, county, and sub-regional levels.</li></ul>What We're Looking For <ul><li>Degree-level education in Housing or Management (or equivalent).</li><li>Proven experience managing staff and services in supported housing.</li><li>Strong knowledge of safeguarding, Telecare systems, and housing governance.</li><li>Experience in budget management, policy development, and partnership working.</li><li>Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.</li><li>Commitment to equality, diversity, and high-quality service delivery.</li></ul>The successful applicant will be part of a forward-thinking team making a real difference to the lives of older residents. For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Cara Stevens, Director Housing Operations (People) on 01279 446490 Harlow Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We offer flexibility with purpose through our Dynamic Working approach. While office-based work is the norm, most full-time employees attend the workplace at least four days a week (pro rata). We also support a range of flexible arrangements to help balance work and personal life. Our excellent benefits include the Local Government pension scheme, generous annual leave, wellbeing initiatives, and development opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the Essential Criteria on the Employee Profile.

We are The Housing Network (THN), a private Limited Company with a purpose. We exist to provide 'More than a Roof', because when life is at its toughest, we believe everyone deserves a safe and stable place to rebuild their lives. Homelessness is a vast and complex issue that does not have a single solution. In understanding that reality, we've learned the importance of perspective; appreciating that if we continue to innovate, collaborate, and give our best, we are playing our part in making a vital difference. We are a team that is absolutely committed to innovate, excel and be dependable in all that we do. Working hard together to achieve our mission of providing Better Accommodation, Better Support, Better Partnerships, and as a result Better Business. Job Overview: This role will be operating in the area of the East Midlands, covering the area of Chesterfield/Derby, and with travel to surrounding areas. Working to support our CAS3 contract with the Ministry of Justice, this role involves managing a number of self-contained and small shared accommodation properties within the region. In addition to providing proactive property management, the role involves engaging with residents (People On Probation) who may have complex needs/multiple disadvantage, on release from prison, CAS1 or CAS2, with the goal of ensuring a smooth transition into the allocated accommodation. The role does include an element of supervision to ensure 'house rules' and license agreements are being adhered to, along with offering housing related, 'light touch' support and signposting where needed. While you will be part of a small regional team and a larger business, this is predominantly a lone working role and you will need to be comfortable driving between locations. Responsibilities and Duties: Managing a number of properties specifically allocated to the MOJ. You will engage with individuals with complex needs and will be able to work without supervision and have experience of lone working. Duties: <ul><li>Ensuring properties are safe, secure and clean</li><li>Ensure accommodation is prepared and ready for occupation in accordance with company timescales.</li><li>Performing all necessary functions to manage the move in/move out process.</li><li>Proactively identify and resolve all property and maintenance related issues efficiently, where applicable in conjunction with the maintenance and/or cleaning teams.</li><li>Undertaking weekly visits to all properties and ensuring residents are adhering to the "house rules" and have not abandoned their accommodation.</li><li>Manage reports of Anti-Social Behaviour and where necessary sometimes in conjunction with the Community Probation Practitioner (CPP) and actively engage in conflict resolution wherever possible.</li><li>Build positive relationships with the residents and appropriately deal with any emergency situations which may arise during the course of work under guidance from local management teams and other professionals.</li><li>Meeting tight deadlines and making properties available within agreed timescales.</li><li>Inventory management of all soft furnishings and sundry items.</li><li>To keep accurate and timely records in accordance with departmental policy</li><li>To attend mandatory training and participate in staff development courses as appropriate.</li></ul>Personal Characteristics: Skills: The post holder must have the following skills: <ul><li>Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal communication skills and be flexible towards residents needs.</li><li>Extremely well organised.</li><li>Able to work well under pressure.</li><li>The ability to prioritize.</li><li>Able to work alone and part of a team.</li><li>Have an interest and willingness to train.</li><li>Network with local and national agencies.</li><li>Full and current manual driving licence.</li></ul>Knowledge: <ul><li>Experience in the social housing sector, ideally having worked with people at risk of homelessness.</li><li>Experience of supporting individuals with complex trauma and issues</li><li>Direct knowledge of People on Probation (POP) and the challenges they face would be a distinct advantage.</li></ul>Behaviour: <ul><li>Empathetic and supportive of residents while recognising the need to uphold and adhere to rules.</li><li>Resilient and able to deal with people who's presentation may be complex and sometimes challenging.</li><li>Methodical in approach to ensure everything is done accurately and comprehensively.</li><li>Keen to support colleagues and ensure the business is working cohesively and to the same objectives.</li><li>Keen on a strong compliance culture.</li><li>Able to work without direction.</li><li>Adaptability and being prepared to help out if circumstances require.</li><li>Keen to lead by example.</li></ul>We would expect you at all times to: <ul><li>act with integrity</li><li>act with due skill, care and diligence</li><li>act with professionalism</li><li>be open and co-operative with colleagues</li><li>act with compassion to those both within the Company and those who we support in the accommodation.</li></ul>We believe our values should reflect in our behaviour towards our colleagues, partners and residents while we work to achieve our Strategy 2024&gt;29. These values are to be; Innovative, Dynamic, Dependable, Respectful, and Kind. The Housing Network is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst the workforce. We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and we are determined to ensure no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable. As an employer we welcome applications from candidates with lived experience, demonstrating our commitment to capturing the value of "expertise by experience" and providing More than a Voice for our residents. All job offers are subject to a DBS check (level to be advised through the hiring process) and references.

Specialist Supported Housing Officer

If you are interested in this role and would like to know more about it please contact us on 01384 353 599. Please note that we only accept YMCA Application forms and will not consider CV's. You can contact [email protected] for a blank copy. JOB DESCRIPTION Title: Housing Support Officer Salary: £12.59 per hour Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Due to the nature of the post evenings and Bank Holidays work may be necessary. Responsible to: Housing Services Manager Location: YMCA Highland Road, Dudley, DY1 3BT Background: YMCA Black Country Group (YMCA BCG) is the branch of the YMCA global movement in the Black Country. YMCA BCG operates charitable companies &amp; associated trading subsidiaries in the Black Country boroughs and South Staffordshire area. The combined turnover of the group is in excess of £6M, delivering a wide range of community services including supported housing, youth work, childcare and family support, drug and alcohol counselling, skills and employment training, health and well-being services. YMCA BCG employs over 200 staff and also works with around 50 volunteers and voluntary trustees. Job role: To support the Housing Services Manager to ensure the provision of high-quality day-to-day housing management and tenancy sustainment functions of the YMCA's housing stock in Black Country. This includes, but not exclusively, the letting, management, maintenance, administration, rent collection and provision of housing services on all allocated Black Country housing properties. In addition, monitoring and reviewing the progress of residents within the schemes using various tenancy sustainment assessment tool, enabling them to Belong, Contribute and Thrive. Duties: Access to Housing &amp; Tenancy Sustainment 1. To be involved in interviewing applicants and carrying out the appropriate needs and risk assessments and reference checks before offering accommodation. 2. To carry out an appropriate induction to the allocated Black Country housing property once an offer has been made to an applicant. 3. To coordinate or signpost any additional support a resident may require during their time at the YMCA by liaising with internal and external agencies in relation to maintaining their accommodation. 4. To promote the services provided by YMCA Black Country Housing Services ensuring referral agencies and applicants have the appropriate information about the schemes. 5. To keep voids to a minimum on allocated properties by ensuring they are cleaned, prepared and ready to let in the quickest time possible. 6. To complete and record property checks at least monthly (more frequent if required) to ensure residents are adhering to the licence agreement and the property is being kept in a good condition, reporting any property defects in a timely manner. Financial Accountability 7. To be responsible for managing the rent arrears of allocated properties maximising all income, reducing arrears, and ensuring all records are accurate and up to date. Monitoring any rent agreements that may be agreed by the Housing Services Manager. 8. To ensure the Housing Services Manager is aware of any rent accounts that are risky and take proactive action to address in line with the rent arrears policy. 9. Ensure residents claim all entitled benefits including Housing Benefit and other applicable benefits / grants to ensure recovery of rent and service charges. 10. Liaise with Housing Benefit staff to ensure the residents account is active and the resident is aware of their responsibility of providing any information to ensure the housing benefit is paid and reduce all arrears. Housing Management Services 11. Liaise with Housing Benefit Office, Employment Services, Social Services, Probation Services and other authorities as necessary in relation to housing management. 12. Ensure that residents are compliant with and kept fully informed and consulted on matters affecting their Licence Agreement/Tenancy and they understand their rights and responsibilities. 13. Liaise with Housing Service Manager concerning breaches of the Licence Agreement/Tenancy at an early stage and help seek positive resolutions. 14. Make regular visits to the residents in their property to ensure safety and security of the accommodation and deliver and monitor management and support services. 15. Deliver housing services including arranging the servicing of appliances and advice on safe use of equipment and appliances where applicable. 16. Maintain information relevant to the client group including information on issues and organisations relevant to the welfare of vulnerable people. 17. Ensure incidents / issues arising are fully reported and investigated and take action to resolve problem or take holding action until a permanent solution is found. Tenancy Sustainment Support 18. Deliver person centred support to residents living in our supported housing units enabling them to sustain their tenancy whilst working in a Trauma Informed way and deliver services that are culturally sensitive, safe services that people trust and want to use. 19. Ensure that resident's needs are monitored appropriately, and that personal progression is recorded utilising the outcomes star, wellbeing assessment and other tools as required. 20. Proactively engage residents in a range of 1-1 and group interventions enabling them to address their needs and sustain their tenancy. 21. Ensure that all safeguarding concerns are recorded, and action taken where required. 22. To support residents to move on from our supported accommodation when we feel they have the skills to live independently. Enable them to bid on properties as required or consider other suitable housing options for resettlement. Maintenance Tasks 23. Undertake regular visits to the housing properties including communal areas to inspect the accommodation and get resident feedback to ensure that repairs and cleaning of the buildings are carried out promptly to a high standard and that safety and security is maintained. 24. Support residents to raise repairs and maintenance issues or do so on their behalf. 25. Carry out an end of licence visit with the resident to ensure the property is left in a good condition. 26. Complete a void report when the property becomes vacant and submit to the Housing Services Manager / or their representative to minimise void periods. 27. Work to ensure the general security of the buildings including the testing of the alarm systems, CCTV, door entry and communications systems where applicable. General 28. Prepare statistical and other reports as required by stakeholders or as requested by the Housing Services Manager ensuring all administrative functions (including updating rent accounts, the Client Record Management system, Outcome Star, Wellbeing Assessments etc) are carried out efficiency as necessary for the post. 29. Contribute to the review of paperwork, policies and procedures and systems used with the housing services to improve services and ensuring best practice. 30. Promote the aims and purposes of the YMCA. 31. Participate in Housing Staff meetings and other housing related meetings with residents and stakeholders as required. 32. To represent the association at agreed external meetings and report back to the Housing Services Manager. 33. Carry out work responsibilities in line with the Association's policies and procedures including safeguarding, equality and diversity, staff development and ensuring the health and safety of self and others at all times. 34. To carry out any other reasonable duty as requested by the Housing Services Manager or Head of Housing. Person Specification Job role: Housing Support Officer Experience / Qualifications Essential Desirable Current in-depth knowledge of housing issues and legislation, particularly pertaining to homelessness √ Knowledge of the benefits and welfare system √ Knowledge of external bodies associated with and or affiliated to supported housing √ Experience of working in a supported housing environment with young people or vulnerable adults √ Experience of completing reports, support plans, action plans, and tracking progression √ Experience of delivering Trauma Informed Care √ Excellent level of education (literacy, IT and numeracy) √ Training relevant to supported housing and the client group √ NVQ level 3 or equivalent in Housing or Support related field √ Skills / Abilities Essential Desirable Ability to demonstrate an empathetic and person-centred approach √ Ability to demonstrate and understand the importance of effective team working √ Ability to work with minimal or no supervision and to use initiative √ Ability to multitask and prioritise using effective organisation and planning skills √ Ability to solve problems √ Ability to understand and represent service users' rights and best interests whilst liaising with other professionals on the service user's behalf √ Ability to assess changes in service users' needs, health, mood etc and alert others to any potential risks or safeguarding issues √ Ability to build appropriate relationships with young people and vulnerable adults, listen actively and respond appropriately to service users' needs √ Ability to work with discretion, integrity and confidentially in a nonjudgmental way √ Personal Attributes Essential Desirable Can understand the needs of people from diverse cultural, social, and racial backgrounds. √ Can build relationships based on trust and respect and maintain them. √ Can work under pressure, be patient and remain calm in stressful situations. √ Can set boundaries and challenge inappropriate behaviour. √ Is caring, calm, compassionate and approachable. √ Can provide appropriate guidance, support, and advice. √ Is confident, assertive, enthusiastic, motivated, resilient, and committed. √ Can inspire and motivate young people and vulnerable adults. √ Is flexible and can adapt to change. √ Other Essential Desirable Ability to respect and communicate the YMCA's Christian ethos √ Willingness to undergo a satisfactory DBS check. √ Have a clean valid driving licence √ THE POST HOLDER MUST AGREE TO AUTHORISE A FULL CRIMINAL RECORDS BUREAU CHECK. √

Housing Support Officer

HOUSING SUPPORT WORKER at TARGET HOUSING Location: S60, 1BY Salary: £25,715 per annum (rises to £27,025 per annum after 12 months, and to £27,955 per annum after 24 months (pro-rata)) Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent We're looking for an experienced and compassionate Housing Support Worker to join our dedicated Sheffield Offenders team. Job Purpose To provide intensive housing management support to vulnerable individuals with the intention of delivering a high-quality support programme that promotes client independence; providing a successful and sustainable move on and other measurable outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and expanding supported accommodation project within Sheffield, that supports individuals with offending backgrounds, or at the risk of offending. Duties and Responsibilities Housing Management <ul><li>To undertake appropriate assessments for potential and actual residents and to review and update these as required.</li><li>To complete all documentation including tenure agreements, property inventory, disclosure forms and an application for housing benefit with residents to support and sustain a successful tenancy.</li><li>Maximise rent collection, ensuring successful housing and other welfare benefit claims are submitted and maintained.</li><li>Monitor the maintenance of properties and report any repairs required to our maintenance team.</li></ul>Support <ul><li>Maintain contact with tenants in accordance with the requirements of the service.</li><li>Design and deliver an effective support plan that meets tenants individual needs and results in a successful move on into independent living.</li><li>Actively engage with tenants in issues and decisions that affect them.</li><li>Develop professional relationships with a range of external agencies that supports the on-going needs of tenants.</li><li>Develop a move-on plan for residents at the earliest opportunity, identifying realistic options for independent or more appropriate housing.</li></ul>Qualifications and Experience <ul><li>Experience of providing support to vulnerable people in a housing environment</li><li>Experience of working with individuals who have multiple and complex needs, in prison and on release</li><li>The ability to develop constructive relationships with offenders</li><li>Knowledge of the Welfare Benefits System</li><li>An understanding of the Judiciary System in the UK</li><li>Experience in risk assessment and support planning</li><li>Basic IT skills suitable for an office environment</li></ul>Essential Requirements - Enhanced DBS - A full UK driving licence and access to a road-worthy vehicle - The right to work in the UK There are many great reasons to join our team! <ul><li>Great opportunities for career development</li><li>Mileage Compensation</li><li>Membership to Westfield Health</li><li>Access to Lifetime Financial</li><li>28 days annual leave (plus statutory bank holidays), increasing to 33 after 5 years continuous employment</li><li>Company pension scheme</li><li>Free Parking</li><li>Paid for Enhanced DBS check</li><li>A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted</li></ul>Don't meet every single requirement? We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they think they can't tick every box but we realise the 'perfect candidate' doesn't exist. So, if you can do most of what we're looking for, go ahead and apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles! 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 Diversity &amp; Inclusion Ambassadors 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 employer. 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:Katie.machin@targethousing.org.uk" target="_blank">Katie.machin@targethousing.org.uk</a> We look forward to speaking with you soon! 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! Closing Date: 18/12/2025

Support Worker for our Assured Shorthold Tenancy Project About Us Target Housing is a charity and registered social landlord with over 30 years' experience transforming lives through stable accommodation and support. We work in a psychologically and trauma-informed way, empowering people to build independence. Our mission is to provide high-quality housing and support that helps vulnerable individuals live independently, reach their potential, and positively contribute to their communities. A Typical Week... As an AST Housing Support Worker, you'll help people take real steps toward independence. You'll manage a caseload across South Yorkshire, offering personalised, trauma-informed support that helps tenants thrive and move confidently into independent living. No two days are the same. You'll work closely with partner agencies and other key services across Barnsley, Doncaster and Rotherham, building strong, wrap-around support networks for each tenant. You'll also have the backing of a supportive team and access to multiple Target Housing office bases. Office hours are generally Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm with a 20-minute unpaid lunch break. Main Purpose To deliver high-quality, person-centred housing and support services that help residents sustain their tenancies, overcome challenges, and build the skills they need to live independently (i.e. managing money and utilities). What You'll Be Doing <ul><li>Welcoming residents as they move into or out of Target Housing accommodation.</li><li>Getting to know each tenant's needs, goals, and ambitions and creating realistic, tailored support plans.</li><li>Acting as a keyworker, offering guidance, motivation and practical support that builds independence.</li><li>Helping residents maximise their income, manage budgets, and navigate the benefits system.</li><li>Supporting residents to understand their rights and responsibilities as tenants.</li><li>Conducting and reviewing regular risk assessments and updating plans as needs change.</li><li>Encouraging residents to work toward personal goals, celebrating their progress and achievements.</li><li>Ensuring rent responsibilities are met and assisting with benefit claims where needed.</li><li>Monitoring property condition, utilities use, and occupancy to keep residents safe and homes well managed.</li><li>Identifying and responding to any tenancy concerns, working with managers to resolve issues.</li><li>Helping residents develop budgeting skills and advocating on their behalf with outside agencies.</li><li>Working closely with Probation, partner agencies, and community organisations to provide holistic support.</li><li>Supporting residents to manage conflict or disputes sensitively and constructively.</li><li>Contributing to resident activities, workshops, or community engagement sessions.</li><li>Keeping accurate, confidential records to support effective service delivery.</li><li>Attending joint visits when required.</li><li>Building positive working relationships with external organisations to ensure residents get the right support.</li></ul>General Responsibilities Attending training, team meetings, and supervision to support your development. Adhering to Target Housing policies, including Equality, Confidentiality and Health &amp; Safety. Carrying out additional tasks aligned with the organisation's aims. What We're Looking For Experience or understanding of working with vulnerable people. A solid understanding of supported housing and tenancy-related support. Knowledge of the welfare benefits system. Understanding of risk assessments and support planning. Awareness of the UK criminal justice system. Competencies Customer Focus - CRITIAL Integrity - CRITICAL Team Working - CRITICAL Confidence &amp; Judgment - VERY IMPORTANT Communication and Influence - VERY IMPORTANT Planning &amp; Organising - IMPORTANT Technical - IMPORTANT You must have your own vehicle and a full UK driving licence for the purpose of this role. 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><li>28 days Annual Leave, going up to 33 after 5 years of service (1 day a year). PLUS 8 Bank Holidays.</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.

Housing Support Worker - AST

We are The Housing Network (THN), a private Limited Company with a purpose. We exist to provide 'More than a Roof', because when life is at its toughest, we believe everyone deserves a safe and stable place to rebuild their lives. Homelessness is a vast and complex issue that does not have a single solution. In understanding that reality, we've learned the importance of perspective; appreciating that if we continue to innovate, collaborate, and give our best, we are playing our part in making a vital difference. We are a team that is absolutely committed to innovate, excel and be dependable in all that we do. Working hard together to achieve our mission of providing Better Accommodation, Better Support, Better Partnerships, and as a result Better Business. Job Overview: This role will be operating in the area of the South West, covering the area of Exeter, and with travel to surrounding areas. Working to support our CAS3 contract with the Ministry of Justice, this role involves managing a number of self-contained and small shared accommodation properties within the region. In addition to providing proactive property management, the role involves engaging with residents (People On Probation) who may have complex needs/multiple disadvantage, on release from prison, CAS1 or CAS2, with the goal of ensuring a smooth transition into the allocated accommodation. The role does include an element of supervision to ensure 'house rules' and license agreements are being adhered to, along with offering housing related, 'light touch' support and signposting where needed. While you will be part of a small regional team and a larger business, this is predominantly a lone working role and you will need to be comfortable driving between locations. Responsibilities and Duties: Managing a number of properties specifically allocated to the MOJ. You will engage with individuals with complex needs and will be able to work without supervision and have experience of lone working. Duties: <ul><li>Ensuring properties are safe, secure and clean</li><li>Ensure accommodation is prepared and ready for occupation in accordance with company timescales.</li><li>Performing all necessary functions to manage the move in/move out process.</li><li>Proactively identify and resolve all property and maintenance related issues efficiently, where applicable in conjunction with the maintenance and/or cleaning teams.</li><li>Undertaking weekly visits to all properties and ensuring residents are adhering to the "house rules" and have not abandoned their accommodation.</li><li>Manage reports of Anti-Social Behaviour and where necessary sometimes in conjunction with the Community Probation Practitioner (CPP) and actively engage in conflict resolution wherever possible.</li><li>Build positive relationships with the residents and appropriately deal with any emergency situations which may arise during the course of work under guidance from local management teams and other professionals.</li><li>Meeting tight deadlines and making properties available within agreed timescales.</li><li>Inventory management of all soft furnishings and sundry items.</li><li>To keep accurate and timely records in accordance with departmental policy</li><li>To attend mandatory training and participate in staff development courses as appropriate.</li></ul>Personal Characteristics: Skills: The post holder must have the following skills: <ul><li>Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal communication skills and be flexible towards residents needs.</li><li>Extremely well organised.</li><li>Able to work well under pressure.</li><li>The ability to prioritize.</li><li>Able to work alone and part of a team.</li><li>Have an interest and willingness to train.</li><li>Network with local and national agencies.</li><li>Full and current manual driving licence.</li></ul>Knowledge: <ul><li>Experience in the social housing sector, ideally having worked with people at risk of homelessness.</li><li>Experience of supporting individuals with complex trauma and issues</li><li>Direct knowledge of People on Probation (POP) and the challenges they face would be a distinct advantage.</li></ul>Behaviour: <ul><li>Empathetic and supportive of residents while recognising the need to uphold and adhere to rules.</li><li>Resilient and able to deal with people who's presentation may be complex and sometimes challenging.</li><li>Methodical in approach to ensure everything is done accurately and comprehensively.</li><li>Keen to support colleagues and ensure the business is working cohesively and to the same objectives.</li><li>Keen on a strong compliance culture.</li><li>Able to work without direction.</li><li>Adaptability and being prepared to help out if circumstances require.</li><li>Keen to lead by example.</li></ul>We would expect you at all times to: <ul><li>act with integrity</li><li>act with due skill, care and diligence</li><li>act with professionalism</li><li>be open and co-operative with colleagues</li><li>act with compassion to those both within the Company and those who we support in the accommodation.</li></ul>We believe our values should reflect in our behaviour towards our colleagues, partners and residents while we work to achieve our Strategy 2024&gt;29. These values are to be; Innovative, Dynamic, Dependable, Respectful, and Kind. The Housing Network is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst the workforce. We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and we are determined to ensure no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable. As an employer we welcome applications from candidates with lived experience, demonstrating our commitment to capturing the value of "expertise by experience" and providing More than a Voice for our residents. All job offers are subject to a DBS check (level to be advised through the hiring process) and references.

Annual salary: up to £28,917.00 Housing Support Officer Location: Bathgate and Edinburgh Salary up to £28,917 per annum Including company vehicle and fuel card or £3,500 company car allowance Contract: Full time - Permanent, 40hrs per week, Monday to Friday 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: We are looking for a Housing Support Officer to join our expanding team. This rewarding role focuses on supporting asylum seekers through their right-to-work application process with the Home Office. You will provide both practical and emotional support, address safeguarding and welfare needs, monitor wellbeing, and keep accurate records for compliance. Every day is different, and while the role can be challenging, it is also highly rewarding for someone who is resilient, empathetic, and people focused. Role Criteria: <ul><li>Support asylum seekers throughout their application process, ensuring welfare and safeguarding needs are met</li><li>Provide practical and emotional support to individuals and families</li><li>Identify needs and put in place support packages to promote independence</li><li>Work with vulnerable and diverse client groups, including those with mental health needs or challenging behaviours</li><li>Carry out risk assessments and maintain accurate records for audits and compliance</li><li>Communicate effectively with colleagues, service users, local authorities, and partner organisations</li><li>Maintain professional boundaries while being approachable, empathetic, and supportive</li><li>Work independently, showing resilience and initiative</li><li>Flexible and willing to travel between sites</li><li>Hold a full UK driving licence</li></ul>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>All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity &amp; Security checks before commencement of employment. As part of the recruitment process for this role, we will carry out a Background, Identity, Security clearance &amp; BPSS check. 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. Required Qualifications: English 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.

About The Role HOUSING SUPPORT WORKER ACROSS GLASGOW- BRIDGETON, MARYHILL VARIOUS HOURS AVAILABLE Our organisation was established in the mid-70s with the goal of providing outstanding social care for individuals with diverse support needs. We're dedicated to placing the people we support at the forefront of everything we do and providing customised care that suits their specific needs. Our core values of Life, Justice, and Community drive us to make a positive impact on people's lives. TMF is delighted to confirm that on 1st April 2025 it joined Enable, one of Scotland's leading charities who has been championing the rights of individuals for over 70 years. Enable's mission is to work for an equal society where everyone has the right to live, work and participate in the communities of their choice. Across the charity's three pillars, they deliver self-directed health and social care support with Enable Cares; employability and training services with Enable Works; and community projects and campaigns with Enable Communities. GHSS provides support to adults with learning disabilities within their own homes across Glasgow, made up of nine housing support services You will be providing support to people within there own homes to ensure they live happy and healthy lives. The people we support love to get the most out of life, Working at GHSS you will be supporting people to maintain their tenancy's, build and maintain relationships and explore their interests. This could be joining a local club or going to a concert or going on holiday. You should be able to work as a team but also on your own initiative and have a passion for making a positive difference to peoples lives no two days are the same at GHSS. Help transform lives like Ts. Hello, I am T and I am supported by the GHSS service. I live in my own house and staff support me to have a great life. I love having my own house and staff support me to pay bills, plan my shopping and make my meals, and tidy up. I am supported to plan budget my money which means I can do all the things I love. I love films and staff have helped me decorate my house to show off all my film memorabilia. I like to get out and about and I will give staff lots of good ideas of places I want to visit they will then plan this with me and support me on these trips. I recently went to London to see the Abba Voyages and It was great I had such a laugh. Staff also helped me plan for a trip to Disney where I got to stay in the Marvel hotel it was great seeing the super heroes. If you think you have what it takes to support me and others in the service then get in touch? About You We're looking for caring, reliable, and enthusiastic individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of the people we support.. Experience isn't essential - what matters most is your empathy, positivity, and willingness to learn. You'll be part of a team that provides fun, supportive respite stays - giving people the chance to enjoy new experiences and real holiday-style breaks. If you value inclusion, respect, and helping others live life to the fullest, we'll give you all the training and support you need to thrive in this rewarding role. About Us When you join our team at The Mungo Foundation, you'll enjoy numerous benefits, including: <ul> <li>Credit Union</li> <li>Workplace Pension</li> <li>33 days' annual leave (based on 38 hours per week)</li></ul>Extensive Training and Development opportunities <ul> <li>Employee Assistance Programme</li></ul>If successful but unqualified, you will have to work towards a suitable qualification for a post at this level, in line with the SSSC Regulatory requirements but don't worry we will support you with this. Working with us means you're not just starting a job; you're joining a community of dedicated individuals making a real impact in the lives of the people we support. If you're ready for a fulfilling career where you can be a part of g's incredible journey, apply now. Let's make a difference together! Appointments are made subject to satisfactory membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme, SSSC registration and appropriate safer recruitment checks. We will guide you through this.

Housing Support Worker- GHSS

Bank Housing Support Assistant To cover all Birmingham Intensive Housing Management Schemes (Base location is Birmingham) £13.34 per hour Hours as and when required Sanctuary Supported Living is delighted to be recruiting for a Bank Housing Support Assistant across the Birmingham area. At Sanctuary Supported Living, we specialise in delivering a wide range of personalised housing, care, and support services to help people across England to live as independently as possible. We're a national organisation, but we're not-for-profit and we think locally by putting our customers at the heart of what we do. We're committed to being our best and helping customers to be their best, as we support them on their pathways for independence. No matter your job - delivering support directly or working in our offices to support our frontline teams - your work makes a difference every day. And working with us isn't just another job. It's rewarding, inspiring, exciting and it provides an opportunity to make a real, positive impact on people's lives. Plus, we'll support you in reaching your aspirations and career goals, through comprehensive training and benefits. The role of Housing Support Assistant will include: <ul><li>Providing onsite management and supervision of the supported housing service ensuring the delivery of an effective, enhanced, housing management service</li></ul><ul><li>Assisting with tenancy and voids management and maintaining occupancy levels</li><li>Supporting and promoting compliance with safeguarding policies and procedures</li><li>Building and maintaining relationships with customers and internal and external key stakeholders</li><li>Managing the procurement and availability of supplies, furniture, and equipment</li><li>Recording and updating relevant data, maintaining effective filing systems</li><li>Contributing to special projects and change programmes as appropriate</li></ul>Skills and experiences: <ul><li>Previous experience delivering tenancy services</li><li>Experience working to deadlines and prioritising workload</li><li>Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office packages</li><li>Literacy and numeracy to the equivalent of Grade C English and Maths GCSE</li><li>NVQ2 or equivalent in relevant area</li><li>Ability to extract and interrogate data</li><li>Some experience in the use of housing management systems or similar is desirable</li></ul><ul><li>This role will involve driving on company business. In order to drive a company vehicle, drivers must hold a full valid UK driving licence.</li></ul>Are you ready to be your best? Brilliant work deserves brilliant benefits! As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary Supported Living a great place to work, here are just some of the ways we'll reward you: <ul><li>A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers </li><li>Health and well-being plans </li><li>A wide range of learning and development opportunities </li></ul>Job reference: 226631 We are only currently accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK. If you are applying internally, don't forget to use your internal careers account to submit your application. We might get a lot of applications so reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Don't miss out, please apply early. Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers' needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary's commitment to our Disability Confident employer status. Building Equality and Diversity Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers. We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for. Sanctuary Supported Living is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities.

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