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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 areas of Clifton, Nottingham, and Stapleford, 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

About Us Are you looking for a career that makes a real difference? A role with Achieve together might be the perfect opportunity for a long-lasting, rewarding career in the social care sector. We are looking for team members who are passionate about supporting people, helping our Operations teams deliver excellent care and support, and celebrating achievements. Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Supported Housing Officer to join our community hub team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the organisation's core operations and ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of services. Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>To provide short-term housing support to an agreed caseload of tenants with support needs.</li> <li>Undertake housing needs assessments of all new referrals and develop an individual programme of support</li> <li>Establish a good network of contacts and good working relationships with colleagues and key strategic authorities or agencies</li> <li>Establish and regularly update an information resource on local support services available to tenants</li> <li>Produce monthly performance reports and contribute to supporting people monitoring requirements as directed by the Housing Manager.</li> <li>Ensure that CORE information is collected and the forms are submitted according to the required timetable.</li> <li>Keep up to date records of performance against nomination or referral agreements and provide monitoring statistics to local authorities as required.</li> <li>Conduct follow up visit's to tenants to ensure that they are fully aware of their responsibilities under the tenancy agreement and that they have all the information they require.</li> </ul>Requirements: <ul> <li>ESSENTIAL - British Sign Language (BSL) as clients are deaf and communication is essential</li> <li>A full (clean) driving licence and access to a car.</li> <li>Understanding of the relevant legislation (including housing acts 1985, 1988 &amp; 1996) and of the tenancy enforcement procedures.</li> <li>Understanding of the best practice In relation to the management of lettings and voids</li> <li>Understanding of the regulatory requirements that relate to lettings, tenancy management and supporting people/support contracts.</li> <li>Good Numeracy &amp; Literacy</li> <li>Willing to obtain CIH Level 2 qualification in Housing</li> </ul>Benefits: At Achieve together, we see this as more than a job, this is the start of your career journey with us. With 75% of our managers promoted from within, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career and reach your full potential. Not forgetting, we also offer a wide range of benefits that include: <ul> <li>Competitive salary</li> <li>Wagestream - a financial health app that gives you the ability to receive optional pay advances</li> <li>Opportunities for ongoing education and professional growth</li> <li>Employee welfare and wellbeing initiatives</li> <li>Access to counseling services and mental health programs</li> <li>Recognition schemes, team events and social activities</li> <li>Employee discount schemes across a range of retailers and services</li> <li>Staff incentive schemes such as Refer a Friend, Employee of the Month and Heroes Awards</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive work environment that values employee well-being</li> <li>Opportunities for team building and social engagement</li> </ul>Apply Now! Passion for positively shaping lives is just as important to us as your experience. Building on your existing knowledge we will give you all the training and support that you need. You just need an appetite for learning and a real desire to make a difference to peoples' lives. So, if you want to start, or continue your career journey in care with us, we want to hear from you!

Supported Housing Officer

Supported Housing Worker Dinardos is a well-established Supported Housing provider with locations across Catford, Lewisham, Norwood and Peckham throughout South East London. We specialise in supporting adults with challenging and complex Mental Health needs including rough sleepers, drugs, alcohol and substance misuse as well as challenging behaviour. We have some exciting opportunities for Supported Housing Workers who can make a difference every day and are passionate about supporting, empowering and guiding our residents to live as independently as possible with our continual guidance and support. You will work with residents based on their personalised support plans which will continue to evolve based on progress (SMART support planning and risk assessing). We use a framework of positive risk taking to inform our key working sessions. The role also includes planning and taking part in activities and escorting residents to appointments and activities in the community therefore you'll need to be motivated and committed to support in this way. What you can expect for your hard work and dedication: • £13.00 - £13.85 per hour depending on experience and/or qualifications. • 45 hours per week - 8am to 6pm on a rota basis to cover alternate weekends. About the role of Supported Housing Worker: • Based on agreed support plans and risk assessments - work closely with residents to help them achieve their personal self-development and personal goals which are continually reviewed and will evolve as progress is made or desired outcomes change. • Support and inspire people, with the right tools and resources to develop skills, resources and confidence to live independently. • To provide a comprehensive support service working on strengths-based approach to practical and emotional needs. • Work in partnership with external services and stakeholders relating to alcohol and substance misuse to enhance resident support. • Develop activities which encourage routines to include daily living skills, housekeeping, laundry, cooking, personal hygiene and general wellbeing. • Assist with overall financial management - ensuring that residents have access to benefits and services available to them. • Ensure residents recognise their mental health needs and comply with medications that have been prescribed to manage this. • Recording and reporting - updating support plans as well as recording and evidencing incidents, accidents, etc. • To create SMART support plans and comprehensive risk assessments to empower our residents and keep them safe from harm, abuse or neglect. • Work within legislative and company guidelines and procedures. About you: • You must be based in the UK - we are unable to offer UK visa sponsorship. • Be enthusiastic, respectful, patient and kind. • A strong communicator, verbally and in writing in order to produce concise and accurate written updates and reports. • Previous experience of working within a supported housing setting or a similar support environment and an understanding of issues faced by homelessness, drug and alcohol misuse as well as other mental health conditions. • Able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team • Patient, a good listener and empathic with residents who may have suffered abuse, neglect and severe challenges over a number of years. • Reflective working is key to empower and strengthen relationships with our residents • Professional and respectful approach to colleagues and residents • Willingness to participate with the team in planning and taking part in activities • Key working the most complex service users with needs aligned with drug and alcohol dependency. • Able to follow company policies and procedures to fulfil the requirements of the role • Flexible to work shifts across weekdays and alternate weekends What we offer in return for your hard work as a Supported Housing Worker: <ul><li>28 Days holiday including bank holidays</li><li>Free on-site parking*</li><li>Enhanced bank holiday pay</li><li>Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding £500 for every person you refer</li><li>DBS certificate paid by Dinardos*</li><li>Comprehensive induction programme</li><li>Staff Appreciation Days</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li></ul>*Terms and conditions apply. Note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for these positions. If you have are looking for a rewarding role with a chance for progression and you have these skills and attributes or previous experience in a supported housing role, then please apply today and become one of the 'family'. We are looking forward to hearing from you. This is a rolling recruitment process. Candidates will be interviewed once they are shortlisted and interviews will be taking place on Wednesday's each week.

Supported Housing Worker

Supported Housing Worker - Sydenham As a Supported Housing Worker at one of our Support Units in Sydenham you will be passionate about supporting, empowering and guiding our residents to live as independently as possible with our continued guidance and ensure that you make a difference every day to their personal goals and desired outcomes. What you can expect for your hard work and dedication: • £13.00 - £13.85 per hour depending on experience and/or qualifications. • 45 hours per week - 8am to 6pm on a rota basis to cover alternate weekends. About the role of Supported Housing Worker: • Based on agreed support plans and risk assessments - work closely with residents to help them achieve their personal self-development and personal goals which are continually reviewed and will evolve as progress is made or desired outcomes change. • Support and inspire people, with the right tools and resources to develop skills, resources and confidence to live independently. • To provide a comprehensive support service working on strengths-based approach to practical and emotional needs. • Work in partnership with external services and stakeholders relating to alcohol and substance misuse to enhance resident support. • Develop activities which encourage routines to include daily living skills, housekeeping, laundry, cooking, personal hygiene and general wellbeing. • Assist with overall financial management - ensuring that residents have access to benefits and services available to them. • Ensure residents recognise their mental health needs and comply with medications that have been prescribed to manage this. • Recording and reporting - updating support plans as well as recording and evidencing incidents, accidents, etc. • To create SMART support plans and comprehensive risk assessments to empower our residents and keep them safe from harm, abuse or neglect. • Work within legislative and company guidelines and procedures. About you: • You must be based in the UK - we are unable to offer UK visa sponsorship. • Be enthusiastic, respectful, patient and kind. • A strong communicator, verbally and in writing in order to produce concise and accurate written updates and reports. • Previous experience of working within a supported housing setting or a similar support environment and an understanding of issues faced by homelessness, drug and alcohol misuse as well as other mental health conditions. • Able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team • Patient, a good listener and empathic with residents who may have suffered abuse, neglect and severe challenges over a number of years. • Reflective working is key to empower and strengthen relationships with our residents • Professional and respectful approach to colleagues and residents • Willingness to participate with the team in planning and taking part in activities • Key working the most complex service users with needs aligned with drug and alcohol dependency. • Able to follow company policies and procedures to fulfil the requirements of the role • Flexible to work shifts across weekdays and alternate weekends What we offer in return for your hard work as a Supported Housing Worker: <ul><li>28 Days holiday including bank holidays</li><li>Free on-site parking*</li><li>Enhanced bank holiday pay</li><li>Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding £500 for every person you refer</li><li>DBS certificate paid by Dinardos*</li><li>Comprehensive induction programme</li><li>Staff Appreciation Days</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li></ul>*Terms and conditions apply. Note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for these positions. If you have are looking for a rewarding role with a chance for progression and you have these skills and attributes or previous experience in a supported housing role, then please apply today and become one of the 'family'. We are looking forward to hearing from you. This is a rolling recruitment process. Candidates will be interviewed once they are shortlisted and interviews will be taking place on Wednesday's each week.

Supported Housing Worker - Sydenham

Supported Housing Worker - Catford As a Supported Housing Worker at one of our Support Units in Catford you will be passionate about supporting, empowering and guiding our residents to live as independently as possible with our continued guidance and ensure that you make a difference every day to their personal goals and desired outcomes. What you can expect for your hard work and dedication: • £13.00 - £13.85 per hour depending on experience and/or qualifications. • 45 hours per week - 8am to 6pm on a rota basis to cover alternate weekends. About the role of Supported Housing Worker: • Based on agreed support plans and risk assessments - work closely with residents to help them achieve their personal self-development and personal goals which are continually reviewed and will evolve as progress is made or desired outcomes change. • Support and inspire people, with the right tools and resources to develop skills, resources and confidence to live independently. • To provide a comprehensive support service working on strengths-based approach to practical and emotional needs. • Work in partnership with external services and stakeholders relating to alcohol and substance misuse to enhance resident support. • Develop activities which encourage routines to include daily living skills, housekeeping, laundry, cooking, personal hygiene and general wellbeing. • Assist with overall financial management - ensuring that residents have access to benefits and services available to them. • Ensure residents recognise their mental health needs and comply with medications that have been prescribed to manage this. • Recording and reporting - updating support plans as well as recording and evidencing incidents, accidents, etc. • To create SMART support plans and comprehensive risk assessments to empower our residents and keep them safe from harm, abuse or neglect. • Work within legislative and company guidelines and procedures. About you: • You must be based in the UK - we are unable to offer UK visa sponsorship. • Be enthusiastic, respectful, patient and kind. • A strong communicator, verbally and in writing in order to produce concise and accurate written updates and reports. • Previous experience of working within a supported housing setting or a similar support environment and an understanding of issues faced by homelessness, drug and alcohol misuse as well as other mental health conditions. • Able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team • Patient, a good listener and empathic with residents who may have suffered abuse, neglect and severe challenges over a number of years. • Reflective working is key to empower and strengthen relationships with our residents • Professional and respectful approach to colleagues and residents • Willingness to participate with the team in planning and taking part in activities • Key working the most complex service users with needs aligned with drug and alcohol dependency. • Able to follow company policies and procedures to fulfil the requirements of the role • Flexible to work shifts across weekdays and alternate weekends What we offer in return for your hard work as a Supported Housing Worker: <ul><li>28 Days holiday including bank holidays</li><li>Free on-site parking*</li><li>Enhanced bank holiday pay</li><li>Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding £500 for every person you refer</li><li>DBS certificate paid by Dinardos*</li><li>Comprehensive induction programme</li><li>Staff Appreciation Days</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li></ul>*Terms and conditions apply. Note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for these positions. If you have are looking for a rewarding role with a chance for progression and you have these skills and attributes or previous experience in a supported housing role, then please apply today and become one of the 'family'. We are looking forward to hearing from you. This is a rolling recruitment process. Candidates will be interviewed once they are shortlisted and interviews will be taking place on Wednesday's each week.

Supported Housing Worker - Catford

Supported Housing Worker - Croydon As a Supported Housing Worker at one of our Support Units in Croydon you will be passionate about supporting, empowering and guiding our residents to live as independently as possible with our continued guidance and ensure that you make a difference every day to their personal goals and desired outcomes. What you can expect for your hard work and dedication: • £13.00 - £13.85 per hour depending on experience and/or qualifications. • 45 hours per week - 8am to 6pm on a rota basis to cover alternate weekends. About the role of Supported Housing Worker: • Based on agreed support plans and risk assessments - work closely with residents to help them achieve their personal self-development and personal goals which are continually reviewed and will evolve as progress is made or desired outcomes change. • Support and inspire people, with the right tools and resources to develop skills, resources and confidence to live independently. • To provide a comprehensive support service working on strengths-based approach to practical and emotional needs. • Work in partnership with external services and stakeholders relating to alcohol and substance misuse to enhance resident support. • Develop activities which encourage routines to include daily living skills, housekeeping, laundry, cooking, personal hygiene and general wellbeing. • Assist with overall financial management - ensuring that residents have access to benefits and services available to them. • Ensure residents recognise their mental health needs and comply with medications that have been prescribed to manage this. • Recording and reporting - updating support plans as well as recording and evidencing incidents, accidents, etc. • To create SMART support plans and comprehensive risk assessments to empower our residents and keep them safe from harm, abuse or neglect. • Work within legislative and company guidelines and procedures. About you: • You must be based in the UK - we are unable to offer UK visa sponsorship. • Be enthusiastic, respectful, patient and kind. • A strong communicator, verbally and in writing in order to produce concise and accurate written updates and reports. • Previous experience of working within a supported housing setting or a similar support environment and an understanding of issues faced by homelessness, drug and alcohol misuse as well as other mental health conditions. • Able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team • Patient, a good listener and empathic with residents who may have suffered abuse, neglect and severe challenges over a number of years. • Reflective working is key to empower and strengthen relationships with our residents • Professional and respectful approach to colleagues and residents • Willingness to participate with the team in planning and taking part in activities • Key working the most complex service users with needs aligned with drug and alcohol dependency. • Able to follow company policies and procedures to fulfil the requirements of the role • Flexible to work shifts across weekdays and alternate weekends What we offer in return for your hard work as a Supported Housing Worker: <ul><li>28 Days holiday including bank holidays</li><li>Free on-site parking*</li><li>Enhanced bank holiday pay</li><li>Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding £500 for every person you refer</li><li>DBS certificate paid by Dinardos*</li><li>Comprehensive induction programme</li><li>Staff Appreciation Days</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li></ul>*Terms and conditions apply. Note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for these positions. If you have are looking for a rewarding role with a chance for progression and you have these skills and attributes or previous experience in a supported housing role, then please apply today and become one of the 'family'. We are looking forward to hearing from you. This is a rolling recruitment process. Candidates will be interviewed once they are shortlisted and interviews will be taking place on Wednesday's each week.

Supported Housing Worker - Croydon

For informal enquires, please call our office number 01889 586 578. JOB DESCRIPTION Title: Housing Support Officer Salary: £12.59 per hour Working Hours: 18.75 hours per week. Due to the nature of the post evenings and Bank Holidays work may be necessary. Working pattern: Wednesday 3pm - 9pm, Thursday 2.30pm - 9pm, Friday 8am - 3.15pm Responsible to: Housing Services Manager Location: YMCA Black Country Housing projects as agreed 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 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

Job Introduction Trainee Housing Support Officer - Customer Access Team Scale 5 - £ 31,524 - £ 32,931 1 x 12 month Fixed Term Vacancy (Secondment available to internal staff if approved) Based at The Woolwich Centre Due to staff progression, we have an exciting opportunity within our Housing Inclusion Service, for people looking to start their career in housing. The Royal Borough of Greenwich has high levels of housing need, we aim to prevent homelessness wherever possible, by exploring the different housing options available to those at risk of homelessness. Based at The Woolwich Centre, you will work as part of a dedicated team providing the first point of contact for our customers, either in person, over the phone or via email. The successful candidate will be passionate about delivering a first-class customer service experience and need to be committed to providing a high quality of customer care at all times. Full training will be provided for this role, however research into homelessness legislation would be beneficial. You will need to be confident working in a fast-paced and demanding environment, be well organised, focused, and able to remain calm and professional under pressure. The ability to work well with partner agencies, and have excellent written and oral communication skills. You should also have the ability to make full use of various IT programs and systems. The job description and person specification are attached, for further information. If you have any queries about the role or require further information, please <a href="mailto:e-mailVictoria.Honey@royalgreenwich.gov.uk" target="_blank">e-mailVictoria.Honey@royalgreenwich.gov.uk</a> If you feel you require any support with your application, please refer to GLLab - <a href="mailto:gllab-jobs@royalgreenwich.gov" target="_blank">gllab-jobs@royalgreenwich.gov</a>.u k Diversity Statement: Royal Borough of Greenwich values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this. We therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. Advert Close: All vacancies close at midnight unless otherwise stated. Early Advert Close: Royal Borough of Greenwich reserves the right to close any job advert earlier than the advertised closing date where there is reason to do so (for example high volume of applications). How Applications are Scored: Each application is scored according to how well the supporting statements addresses each point on the Person Specification for the role.Candidates will be short-listed for interview on the extent to which they meet the specific points within the Person Specification. The Person Specification is supplied with the job advert.When completing your application, please use the supporting statements section to tell us how you meet each of the points on the Person Specification . We need to have this information in order to consider your application. Salary: Salaries advertised are for a standard working week of 35 hours unless otherwise stated. Please use this 'Salary Calculator to help you calculate a pro rata salary. Our Staff Values: Our Staff Values are important to us. Candidates will be continuously assessed against our staff values throughout the recruitment process. Where candidates demonstrate views and behaviours that do not meet the standards of our staff values, we reserve the right to reject their application/ registration. Attached documents <ul> <li> Job description </li> <li> Person Specification </li> </ul>

Trainee Housing Support Officer

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

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

Weekend Support Worker (Supported Housing)

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

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise, we don't discriminate based on any protected attribute. In fact, we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees. So, what are you waiting for? Join a Community that cares about you! More about your role You will take an active role to engage with residents to promote safe and secure independent living, ensuring an engaging vibrant environment to reduce isolation. Providing advice on rent and service charges, assisting with benefits claims and supporting customers with their financial needs. You will work with the internal Places for People income recovery team to reduce rent arrears. The role is part time 18 hours a week and travel within local geographical area's will be required. This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring service. For more information please download our job profile available on our website. More about you It is essential that you have experience/knowledge of housing management, social care and/or wellbeing of Retirement living services. You will possess good computer skills with knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Effective communication skills both written and verbal, with the ability to build great relationships with both customers and colleagues is required. It is important that you have a good mix of 'team player' attributes but also the ability to work effectively using your own initiative; as their will, be an element of lone working. You will also have an awareness of Health &amp; Safety. The ideal applicant will have experience of manging anti-social behaviour and challenging situations. A driving license and own car for business use is essential for this role. Commitment to Trauma Informed Practice At Places for People, we are committed to creating safe and supportive environments for individuals who have experienced trauma. We understand that trauma can have a profound impact on individuals, and we are dedicated to recognising the signs and symptoms of trauma, practicing empathy and respect, and using trauma-informed language. We are also committed to providing individuals with choice and autonomy, and to working collaboratively to empower them to re-establish control of their lives. Benefits We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include: <ul> <li>Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Pension with matched contributions up to 7% </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Excellent holiday package - 35 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs - up to £500 saving per year </li> </ul> <ul> <li>A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2% </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Training and development </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more. </li> </ul>

Housing and Wellbeing Coordinator

The role Supported Housing Assistant £26,069 - 27,441 To be part of a small and highly experienced team providing a high quality housing management service to supported housing customers in Metropolitan Thames Valley owned/managed properties in Central and North London, Monday- Friday 0900-1730. Our team is growing due to winning a number of new Care &amp; Support contracts. For the right candidates this role will equip you with a wide range of skills and knowledge to help launch a career in housing. The role is varied and tasks will include health &amp; safety checks, void inspections, tenancy sign-ups, and regular face-to-face contact with a range of customers. There is a mix of office-based tasks and scheme visits, with some opportunities to work from home. We work in partnership with other teams across MTVH, as well as external organisations providing support. You will be provided with a range of training to help you grow your knowledge and professional skills, with access to support and mentoring to put you on the path to a fulfilling career in housing. What you'll need to succeed<ul><li>Previous experience of working with adults with support needs is essential, combined with a passion for making a real difference to the lives of vulnerable people.</li></ul><ul><li>You'll need good IT skills, including Microsoft Office, to help you manage your workload and make full use of our comprehensive range of resources.</li></ul><ul><li>An ability to provide advice and practical assistance to customers in order to sustain their tenancies, including rent arrears, budgeting, utilities, personal and home safety and access to appropriate services.</li></ul>At MTVH we care about what we do and dare to think differently in our approach, we are therefore seeking individuals with drive and ambition to deliver excellent service. 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.

Supported Housing Assistant

Julian House is a charity dedicated to making a difference to the lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged people in society. We run several projects and every year we help thousands of people out of homelessness, into employment, away from domestic abuse, and more. If you'd like a real sense of job satisfaction, great career prospects, and a competitive benefits package, you could be who we're looking for! Job Role: Supported Housing Worker Salary: £25,235 per year Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract type: Permanent Location: Bath Additional information: <ul><li>Participation in an on-call, out-of-hours rota</li></ul>About the Role: We're looking for a passionate Supported Housing Worker to join our dedicated team, supporting individuals with complex needs who may have experienced trauma, mental health challenges, substance misuse, domestic abuse, or involvement with the criminal justice system. You'll be working within a dynamic service that offers medium to high-level support, tailored to each person's unique journey. With a caseload of up to 10 clients, you'll build meaningful relationships, deliver person-centred support, and empower individuals to recognise their strengths, grow in confidence, and move towards independent living. If you thrive in a role where every day brings new challenges, and you're ready to be part of a team that truly makes a difference-this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. Responsibilities include: <ul><li>Create and deliver personalised support plans and risk assessments to help clients thrive.</li><li>Champion safeguarding by following policies and procedures to keep everyone safe. </li><li>Empower clients by offering advice, information, and support to connect them with the right services. </li><li>Maintain accurate client records using our system, INFORM.</li></ul>Since job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the post holder may be required to undertake other duties, which are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities Qualifications / Requirements: <ul><li>Experience working with people who may have complex needs and/or challenging behaviours. </li><li>Able to build effective relationships with clients and services.</li></ul>There are many great reasons to join our team! <ul><li>Access to our Rewards Platform, which includes an Employee Assistance Programme and Health Cash Plan</li><li>Great opportunities for career development and free monthly training sessions from experienced facilitators</li><li>27 days annual leave, including an extra day off for your birthday, plus bank holidays - increasing up to 30 days after 4 years of continuous employment (pro rata for part-time staff)</li><li>30% staff discount at Julian House charity shops</li><li>20% staff discount at Julian House bike workshops</li><li>A generous and competitive pension scheme</li><li>A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted</li><li>Reflective Practice sessions from objective, external facilitators </li><li>For all the fantastic and valuable work you'll be doing, you'll be eligible for the Blue Light Card which offers amazing discounts on thousands of brands</li></ul>Our Ethos As an Equal Opportunities employer, we have an Equality and Diversity Action plan in place showing our commitment in ensuring continuous improvement in creating an inclusive culture. We also have a committed group of Inclusion &amp; Diversity champions who meet monthly to ensure progress is being made. We invite applications from people from all backgrounds and cultures, especially minority groups that are underrepresented in the workplace. We also welcome applications from those with lived experience. We embrace flexibility and are proud to be a Disability Confident and Mindful employer, as well as an Armed Forces Covenant Supporter. If you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process (including interview), please contact us so that we can let you know how we can support you. We accept CVs and applications in all formats. DBS Checks We welcome applications from people with lived experience. All applicants working with our clients will be expected to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. A criminal conviction will not necessarily prevent you from becoming an employee, the decision will depend on the type of offence and its relevance to the role. If you would like to discuss any convictions you may have, please contact the person named in the advert. All information will be dealt with according to our Data Protection Policy. Get in touch If you have any questions about this role, please get in touch with the recruitment team at <a href="mailto:recruitment@julianhouse.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@julianhouse.org.uk</a>. We look forward to speaking with you soon! Please note: We reserve the right to close our vacancies once the perfect candidate has been found. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible so that you don't miss out!

Do you have experience 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..... The Role We are looking for Bank Support Workers to join our growing Independent Living Services Team, supporting young people aged 16-18 under Local Authority Care across Bristol. This is an Ofsted regulated service, delivering support across several areas of Bristol. Shifts are on a rota basis and can include days, nights or sleeps. 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. What You'll Do <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. 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. Come and join a Charity focused on people rather than profit 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 At CCP, you're not simply entering a workplace; you're immersing yourself in an exceptional and nurturing environment. Our unwavering commitment to your growth is evident in our meticulously designed, personalised training pathways aimed at propelling your career to new heights. Join a community of seasoned professionals who are genuinely excited about supporting your progress. Make the transformative choice for your career-choose CCP. Benefits <ul><li>Choose to work shifts available which suit you</li><li>Paid induction and ongoing training</li><li>£12.60 per hour </li><li>Accrue holiday pay for every hour your work</li></ul>Why choose CCP <ol><li>Investors in People Gold accredited employer, committed to making the workplace better for you.</li><li>Excellent training and support to help you excel in your role.</li><li>Be part of an organisation that delivers social value; check out our latest Impact Report <a href="https://impact.ccp.org.uk/" target="_blank">https://impact.ccp.org.uk/</a> </li></ol> 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. Position: Bank Support Worker (Job ID 1005) Hours: Vary week to week, as and when needed Contract: Bank/Casual Agreement Location: Bristol Pay: £12.60 per hour Closing Date: 11:59pm 4th September 2025 - 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. INDHP

Bank Support Workers - Independent Living Services (16-18 year olds)

The Vacancy Join Our Team as a Housing Support Worker! Do you enjoy empowering young people to overcome homelessness and build independent lives? As a Housing Support Worker, you'll work directly with young people aged 16-25 who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. You'll provide housing-related support in a mix of hostel and dispersed accommodation settings, helping clients develop the skills and confidence they need to move on successfully into independent living. Who we're looking for: • Someone with experience supporting vulnerable young people • A great communicator who can build positive relationships while maintaining professional boundaries. • A strong team player who can manage a caseload, complete accurate records, and work independently. • Hold a valid UK driving licence (or one permitting driving in the UK) and access to a vehicle for work purposes. Why Join Us? We understand that when people feel supported and valued, they can achieve great things - and we want you to be part of that. Here's what you'll enjoy as part of our team: <ul> <li>Flexible working options to help you balance work and life in a way that suits you.</li> <li>Hybrid working - enjoy the best of both worlds!</li> <li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service - because your time off matters.</li> <li>A wealth of learning and career development opportunities, with paid and tailored training to support your growth.</li> <li>Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, including access to counselling and GP services - your wellbeing is a priority.</li> <li>Employer contributory pension scheme to help secure your future.</li> <li>Great maternity, paternity and adoption benefits to support you and your family.</li> <li>Exclusive care workers discounts to make life a little easier.</li> <li>Access to a range of Employee Networks including People of Colour, LGBT+, Mental Health and Accessibility - we embrace and celebrate diversity.</li> <li>A variety of health and wellbeing initiatives to keep you feeling your best.</li> <li>Cycle to Work Scheme to help you stay active and reduce your carbon footprint.</li> <li>Access to a Corporate Health Plan to support your physical and mental health.</li></ul>We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment where everyone can thrive by being their true self. Join us in driving this important agenda forward and help shape a workplace where all voices are valued! If you're ready to use your skills to help others succeed, we'd love to hear from you. For an informal chat about the role please contact Beth Grindrod, Team Leader via <a href="mailto:beth.grindrod@inspirenorth.co.uk" target="_blank">beth.grindrod@inspirenorth.co.uk</a> 01423 521666. Apply Now! The closing date for applications is 14th September 2025, but we may close it early if we receive a high number of strong candidates, so don't delay! Good Luck! Interviews will take place on 23rd September 2025 The Company The Company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees, and provide support to clients from all over the country.

Housing Support Worker

Mental Health Housing Support Worker Worcester, Worcestershire Permanent, Part Time (15 hpw), Hours may change due to the needs of the customers, it is intended that this will be 3 x 5hr shifts a week, there may be the opportunity for overtime shifts. Earn £12.60 per hour (£24,638 per annum) pro rata and great benefits including Health Cash Plan Home, a place where you belong Want to be part of a team that really cares and empowers you to help change a customer's life for the better? As our Support Worker, you'll be at the heart of supporting our customers who have complex mental health needs to develop their skills to live more independently in the community. You'll make a big difference each day as you help our customers achieve their hopes and aspirations. Amazing we know! Typical day as our Support Worker <ul><li> Assisting customers with practical, daily living tasks to develop their independence, helping them to achieve the goals, aspirations and outcomes documented in their support plans. </li><li> Customer group - mental health - this service supports the customers who are semi-independent and provides support within their own home. </li><li> Helping customers with daily living activities such as making meals, shopping, budgeting, maintaining their tenancy and moving onto independent accommodation if they are able. </li><li> Carrying out risk assessments, support planning, goal setting and regular reviews. </li><li> We do not provide personal care. </li><li> Cuppas, chats and catch ups. There's no rushing from one customer to the next here! Plenty of time to work together with colleagues too. </li></ul>Fancy going home each day knowing that you have helped change our customers lives for the better? You'll do that here, working for one of the Top Ten Great Places to Work in the UK! You bring <ul><li> Passion to support our customers to live their best life, working together with an eye for detail </li><li> Experience of caring for others, you may have worked in care before or have experience of caring for others such as family members or children </li><li> The ability to work on your own initiative, remain calm under pressure and have a resilient approach </li><li> Recognise every customer is different and you're able to adopt a flexible, personal approach, listening to customers to understand their needs </li><li> To get from A to B, you'll need a vehicle insured for business purposes. The great news is that we'll pay your mileage! </li></ul>Due to limits on our current certificates of sponsorship, we are not able to offer sponsorship to external candidates for this role. This remains under regular review Our team Looking for a job where you really belong? Where you can be, well you! Bring your uniqueness, brilliant skills and awesome experience to deliver amazing things for our customers. You'll join our team, who come from different walks of life and are here to support you as you make yourself at Home! Job details <ul><li> Flexible working hours (we're open to agreeing a work pattern with you) </li><li> Where we're flexible with you, we do need to meet the needs of our customers. That may mean adapting your start or finishing times on occasion. </li><li> Although you'll work lone work, we do get together regularly in the daytime for training and team meetings. You will also have anchor days within a service office! </li><li> Able to use technology to update support plans, complete online learning and to collaborate with colleagues. </li><li> You'll need an Enhanced DBS check done and we pay for that. </li></ul>A place where you belong Great things happen when we can be ourselves at work. We want all our colleagues to be who they truly are here. Our internal diversity networks, peers and allies (Multicultural, LGBTQIA and Disability) support us all to be our best. Together we make Home Group a great place to work ! What's in it for you? <ul><li> 34 days leave (including bank hols and a "me day" to use for whatever you fancy) increasing to 39, and time off for volunteering too! </li><li> Health cash plan saving you from £1140 per annum. We'll cover your costs (and kids if you have them) towards dental, optical, prescriptions, alternative therapies and lots more. </li><li> Over 800 high street discounts on groceries, holidays and days out. Looking for a new phone, bike or car? Save money with us. </li><li> We Grow Our Own colleagues (not literally of course!), when you're ready for the next step in your career, you can grow with us! </li><li> Colleagues really matter to us, that's why we're the 10 th Best place in the UK for Wellbeing. Our tools and support help you when you need them. </li><li> Learn more about our benefits on our website. </li></ul>Find out more Click APPLY NOW to see our Support Worker Job Description , find out about us and for help to apply . S ometimes we close a job early, so don't delay or you might miss out. Finally, do let us know if there's anything we can do, to help you shine in our process by making reasonable adjustments at <a href="mailto:recruitment@homegroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@homegroup.org.uk</a> .

Mental Health Housing Support Worker

Housing Support Worker Target Housing is a charity dedicated to making a difference to the lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged people in society. Over the past 30years we have shown that stable accommodation and support can help transform lives and empower people to achieve independence. If you'd like a real sense of job satisfaction, great career prospects and a competitive benefits package, you could be who we're looking for! The Role The post holder will be working within Doncaster with support services for vulnerable adults, particularly those individuals of an offending background and complex needs. Responsibilities include: Housing Management <ul><li>Engage with referral agencies to generate referrals for the service</li><li>To undertake appropriate assessments for potential service users 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</li><li>Maximize rent collection, ensuring successful housing and other welfare benefit claims are submitted and maintained</li></ul>Support <ul><li>Maintain contact with service users in accordance with the requirements of the service</li><li>Design and deliver an effective person-centred support plan</li><li>Complete and regularly review safety plans</li><li>Meet service users in the community and at home and, where necessary, accompany them to appointments with relevant agencies</li><li>Develop professional relationships with a range of external agencies</li><li>Support service users to integrate into the community</li><li>Develop a move-on plan for service users</li><li>To keep clear and comprehensive records and case notes.</li></ul>Qualifications / Requirements: <ul><li>A valid UK driving license and access to own vehicle. Business insurance will be required.</li><li>Enhanced DBS Check</li></ul>In a typical week... You will be allocated a caseload of clients who you will support for the agreed contractual hours. We have offices in each area where you can collaborate with other colleagues and managers. You can discuss your client needs and issues as support for yourself and others. Working hours are generally 9am to 5pm with a 20-minute unpaid lunch break. We offer A starting salary of £25,715, after a full 1 years' service this will rise to £27,025 and further years' service, this will rise to £27,995. You will get an initial 28 days Annual Leave with an additional day a year up to 33 days leave, PLUS 8 Bank Holidays. There are many great reasons to join our team! <ul><li>Great opportunities for career development</li><li>Allocated training</li><li>Mileage Compensation</li><li>Access Membership to Westfield Health &amp; Lifetime Financial</li><li>Ability to apply for the Blue Light card</li><li>Employer Contributory Company pension scheme (4%)</li><li>A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted</li></ul>If you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process (including interview), please contact us so that we can let you know how we can support you. Get in touch If you have any questions about the role, please get in touch with Please note: We reserve the right to close our vacancies early if sufficient applications are received. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible! This role is subject to Enhanced DBS clearance, a full valid driving licence, access to a road worthy vehicle and two satisfactory reference checks CLOSING DATE: 05/09/2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier should we receive sufficient applications for this role. Therefore, if you are interested , please submit your application as early as possible. Target Housing welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Job Details An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Housing Support officer within the Homeless Prevention Response Team. A fantastic opportunity to join a busy, friendly and forward thinking team. Working with vulnerable people and offering support to help customers prevent homelessness. The role with be front facing, you will work at the central Dudley office and form part of the team at our supported accommodation provision Victoria Street, supporting residents who have been placed by the homeless service. We are seeking candidates with a housing and homelessness background and an ability to work in a high pressured and busy environment. Hours are full-time 37 hours per week, though part-time applications will be considered. If you have any questions, please contact Haresha Duljeet on 01384 815035 or email <a href="mailto:haresha.duljeet@dudley.gov.uk" target="_blank">haresha.duljeet@dudley.gov.uk</a> So that we can demonstrate Dudley's commitment to diversity and inclusion and to improve bias in the recruitment process that could create barriers for candidates. Your personal data will be anonymised when you apply, to ensure that you comply with our anonymisation process, please ensure you have removed your name and date of birth from any attachments prior to uploading them to your application. Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy, online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK. Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK. If you require support completing an online or paper application form and or interview techniques, please contact Dudley Adult and Community Learning on 01384 818 143 or <a href="mailto:acl@dudley.gov.uk" target="_blank">acl@dudley.gov.uk</a> who can support with Digital Skills and Job Applications. If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application please contact the HR Resourcing Team via <a href="mailto:HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk</a> If you are experiencing a problem whilst applying for a position, please follow the link below to the WM Jobs Help Page in the first instance <a href="https://help.wmjobs.co.uk/" target="_blank">https://help.wmjobs.co.uk/</a> If the WM Jobs Help Page does not resolve your issue then please contact the HR Resourcing Team via <a href="mailto:HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk</a> Dudley Council will check the information that you have provided against any details already held for accuracy and completeness. The Council will check, share and cross match your information both internally within the council and with external organisations to protect public funds and prevent or detect crime, only where the law allows us to do so. The Council's full Privacy and Disclaimer Statement can be accessed on the website at <a href="https://www.dudley.gov.uk/privacy-disclaimer-statement/" target="_blank">https://www.dudley.gov.uk/privacy-disclaimer-statement/</a> N.B. We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications #LI-DMBC2019 Attached documents Employee Benefits List.pdf JD Housing support latest HS Sept 23.doc HS person spec.doc

The ExtraCare Charitable Trust are recruiting for a Housing Support Assistant for 16 hours per week based at Shenley Wood Retirement Village. This is an opportunity for a Housing Support Assistant to join our friendly teamand support the Village's commitment in delivering ExtraCare's mission of "better lives for older people". If you come with a housing background or have provided information, advice, guidance to vulnerable people as well as effective administrative skills, we would like to hear from you. Benefits include: - <ul> <li>33 Days Annual Leave (FTE) Pro Rata for Part Time</li> <li>Enhanced Maternity &amp; Paternity allowance</li> <li>Up to 9% employer pension contribution (5% employee)</li> <li>Eligible for Blue Light Card discounts</li> <li>Attendance Reward</li> <li>Free Life Insurance</li> <li>Buy And Sell Holiday</li> <li>Cycle2work Scheme</li> <li>Employee Asssitance Program</li> <li>Free Use of Onsite Gym</li></ul>Role Details <ul> <li>Role: Housing Support Assistant</li> <li>Hours: 16 hours per week (4 week Rota to include weekend work) - must be flexible.</li> <li>Salary: £11,437 pa (pro rata FTE) (£13.71 per hour)</li> <li>Location: Shenley Wood Retirement Village, Chalkdell Drive, Milton Keynes, MK5 6GJ</li></ul>ExtraCare does not participate in the current "UK Visa Sponsorship" scheme. What will you do as our Housing Support Assistant? <ul> <li>Showing potential residents around the apartments.</li> <li>Helping to settle in residents to their new home.</li> <li>Responding to tenancy or lease issues that may arise.</li> <li>Ensure that residents' wellbeing is monitored daily.</li> <li>Ensure that residents thrive within a retirement setting.</li> <li>You will regular carry out resident visits and be involved in community meetings.</li> <li>Work collaboratively with other teams to ensure resident needs are met.</li></ul>Our ideal Housing Support Assistant will be: - <ul> <li>Previous experience of working in ideally a housing related or support services providing advice &amp; guidance and excellent customer service.</li> <li>Engaging, positive personality</li> <li>Empathetic, friendly, and able to build relationships with residents who will have varying needs.</li> <li>Solution focussed with a creative outlook to resolve issues.</li> <li>Able to work under pressure calmly and prioritise your work.</li></ul>ExtraCare strives to create a workplace that fully reflects society. We want our staff to feel empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work and be part of a safe and supportive community. Do not miss out! Click 'apply' now to make a difference to the lives of older people as our Housing Support Assistant. <ul> <li>Closing Date: Monday, 8th September 2025</li> <li>Interview Dates: W/C 15th September 2025</li></ul>ExtraCare is committed to making our recruitment practices as fair and inclusive as possible for all including making reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process. ExtraCare reserve the right to close this job advertisement early.

Housing Support Assistant

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: 82913 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

Independent Reviewing Officer Permanent, Part Time £46,574 to £56,027 per annum , (Full Time Equivalent) Actual Salary: £37,133 to £44,670 per annum (based on 29.5 hours per week) Location: Countywide Working Style: Anywhere worker Closing Date: 3rd September 2025 This is a part time position 29.5 hours per week Here in Essex, we continue to raise the bar about practice and our investment in our workforce is second to none. It's an exciting time to join us having received our 2 nd Outstanding Ofsted rating in a row. The Role Independent Reviewing Officer for South and West Essex. Requires travel to chair looked after child reviews and visit children. To provide an effective Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) service for children in care, in accordance with statutory regulation, guidance, and Essex County Council procedures. To review the cases of children who are looked after as laid down in Volume 2 Care Planning, Placement and Case Review (England) Regulations (2021), and the IRO Handbook (2010). The statutory duties of the IRO are to [Section 25B (1), 1989 CA]: <ul><li>Monitor the performance by the local authority of their functions in relation to the child's case.</li><li>Participate in any review of the child's case.</li><li>Ensure the wishes and feelings of the child are given due consideration by the authority.</li><li>Perform any other function which is prescribed in regulations.</li></ul>The Independent Reviewing Officer's primary focus is to quality assure the care planning and review process for each looked after child, and to ensure that the child's needs, wishes and feelings are given full consideration. The review process should consider the child's assessed needs, and their progress, and will agree both long term plans and more immediate steps that will meet these needs and promote the child's welfare. The purpose of the review process is to ensure that the child's welfare is safeguarded and promoted in the most effective way while looked after by the Local Authority. The IRO role is one of practice expertise in the area of children in care and care planning and should be pivotal in driving forward Essex County Council's commitment to secure better and improved outcomes for children in care. The IRO should actively contribute to ensuring that Essex County Council fulfils its responsibilities as a 'corporate parent' for all children in care, by providing scrutiny and challenge to all levels of practitioner and manager within the organisation. Accountabilities <ul><li>To ensure that statutory review meetings are held within the required timescales, and that all relevant family members, parents, carers and professionals are identified, invited to attend, and/or consulted fully in the process. This should take place in conjunction with the Social Worker responsible for the child and take into account the wishes and feelings of the child.</li><li>To independently monitor the progress of the child between review meetings, ensuring the care plan continues to meet the assessed needs, and take action to convene a formal review when necessary.</li><li>To communicate directly with the senior management team within Family Operations, when the Local Authority fails to meet its statutory obligations to children in care, especially where poor practice has contributed to, or increased, the risk to a child.</li><li>To contribute to the development of strategic and corporate plans, ensuring effective representation of the issues relevant to looked after children, in order to secure better outcomes and continuous service improvement.</li><li>To ensure that arrangements are made for children to access advocacy services, where this is considered appropriate and/or beneficial.</li><li>To enable and support children and young people to access and make use of the authority's complaints and compliments procedure, as appropriate.</li><li>To ensure that the appropriate support is in place for parents and/or carers to participate fully in the review process e.g. interpreter, advocate.</li><li>To ensure that review processes are child-centred and maximise the potential involvement and participation of children, young people, parents and carers; mediating to resolve disagreements swiftly where necessary. When efforts to resolve issues informally are unsuccessful to use the Dispute Resolution Procedure to highlight deficiencies in care planning, resource allocation, inter-agency working and/or risk management, and challenge practitioners, managers and senior managers, when care plans do not effectively meet the identified needs of the looked after child.</li><li>To act as a source of expert advice, consultation and mentoring for Family Operations staff on professional and practice issues relating to Children in Care.</li><li>To produce review decisions and reports in line with statutory requirements.</li><li>Ensure that administrative procedures are followed and that reports, and other documentation are completed and distributed, and client records are updated, within the prescribed timescales.</li><li>To monitor the organisation and efficiency of the Independent Reviewing Service, and to make recommendations to the Service Manager for improvements to the system.</li><li>To keep abreast of research findings which impact on Children Looked After and make recommendations to children's forums.</li><li>To contribute to the development and corporate delivery of the Reviewing Service throughout the County.</li><li>To work to the objectives for Children in Care as set out in the Multi Agency Children in Care Strategy 2012-2017.</li><li>Undertake such other duties as may reasonably be required of you commensurate with your grade.</li></ul>The Experience You Will Bring <ul><li>Educated to Dip SW or degree level in Social Work practice.</li><li>PQ Childcare Award or equivalent by experience.</li><li>Current Social Work England Registration.</li><li>A proven ability to form and sustain relationships with children and young people and the ability to promote the interest, wishes and feelings of children in care.</li><li>A commitment to promoting family time and relationships with a child's family of origin.</li><li>A comprehensive working knowledge and experience of working with children and families, and Children in Care and be fully conversant with all related statutory obligations, codes of practice and significant research findings.</li><li>A sound working knowledge and experience of operational planning and service delivery within children's services in local government, with demonstrable and proven record of achievement in same.</li><li>Experience of chairing meetings involving children, parents and/or carers and other professionals.</li><li>The confidence and ability to work constructively with senior managers, offering a critical perspective and appropriate challenge.</li><li>A detailed understanding and awareness of the requirements of leading and managing change within a large, complex organisation.</li><li>Experience of providing social work supervision and support.</li><li>Experience of developing and implementing planning and performance frameworks in a multi-disciplinary and partnership environment.</li><li>A thorough understanding of the legal framework relating to looked after children and care leavers, including knowledge of the National Minimum Standards for fostering services and the Adoption Agencies Regulations 2005.</li><li>A thorough working understanding of the legal process and the issues involved when a local authority makes an application to the court for an order.</li><li>Knowledge of the evidence about what makes for good quality practice in working with children and families to safeguard children and promote their welfare.</li></ul>To read more about our business area, please visit: Children &amp; Families Please take a look at our 'No Magic' Children &amp; Families video Why Essex? As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we're committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost. Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we ensure everyone matters in Everyone's Essex . With flexible working options and a focus on innovation, whether you are looking to develop your career or contribute to the local community, Essex is the ideal place for you. In February 2025 , Greater Essex was accepted onto the Government's devolution priority programme, which will see local authorities in Essex work towards establishing a Mayoral Combined County Authority by May 2026. You can read more about devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR ) on our careers site. Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process. We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying. Once you've secured your role within Essex County Council you will receive many great employee benefits, including support for unpaid carers and flexible working arrangements to accommodate their needs. At Essex County Council, we value integrity and ethical behaviour. We kindly ask that you embrace our code of conduct and the Nolan principles , including throughout the recruitment process. Your commitment to these standards helps us maintain a positive and respectful workplace for everyone. The role requires you to be mobile throughout a wider operational area including travelling around the county of Essex and beyond. Driving licence and car or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means is essential. As part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained. For further information on the DBS update service please go to <a href="https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service</a> Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. If you would like to be kept up to date on other relevant opportunities, blogs, news, events and industry related news at Essex County Council, please join The Essex Talent Community If you have queries on this role or require anything further, please email <a href="mailto:resourcing.team@essex.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing.team@essex.gov.uk</a> Follow us on Facebook , Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn . Further details can be found on our careers page . Downloads Pay and Reward Our Ways of Working About Us Organisation Behaviours

Independent Reviewing Officer

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

The ExtraCare Charitable Trust are recruiting for a part-time Housing Support Assistant on a permanent contract to join our supportive team, based at our Longbridge Retirement Village in Birmingham. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is experienced in providing Housing Support and would like to further their career as well as supporting older people to live as independently as they can and understand the challenges older people face? We would like to hear from you if you would like to join our friendly team at Longbridge Retirement Village. Our benefits include <ul> <li>33 Days Annual Leave (FTE) Pro Rata for Part Time</li> <li>Buy And Sell Holiday</li> <li>Free Life Insurance</li> <li>Cycle2work Scheme</li> <li>Attendance Reward</li> <li>Free Use of Onsite Gym,</li> <li>Up to 9% employer pension contribution (5% employee)</li> <li>Blue Light Card discounts</li> <li>Enhanced Maternity &amp; Paternity allowance</li></ul>Role Details <ul> <li>Role: Housing Support Assistant</li> <li>Hours: 16hrs</li> <li>Contract: Permanent - Part-Time</li> <li>Salary: £10,887</li> <li>Location: Longbridge Retirement Village, Birmingham, B45 8TD</li></ul>What will you do as our Housing Support Assistant? <ul> <li>Showing potential residents around the village/apartments.</li> <li>Helping to settle in residents to their new home.</li> <li>Responding to tenancy or lease issues that may arise.</li> <li>Ensure that residents' wellbeing is monitored daily.</li> <li>Ensure that residents thrive within a retirement setting.</li> <li>You will regular carry out resident visits and be involved in community meetings.</li> <li>Work collaboratively with other teams to ensure resident needs are met.</li></ul>Our ideal Housing Support Assistant will be: <ul> <li>Previous experience of working in ideally a housing related or support services providing advice &amp; guidance and excellent customer service.</li> <li>Engaging, positive personality</li> <li>Empathetic, friendly, and able to build relationships with residents who will have varying needs.</li> <li>Solution focussed with a creative outlook to resolve issues.</li> <li>Able to work under pressure calmly and prioritise your work.</li></ul>ExtraCare strives to create a workplace that fully reflects society. We want our staff to feel empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work and be part of a safe and supportive community. Do not miss out! Click 'apply' now to make a difference to the lives of older people as our Housing Support Assistant. Thispost will be subject to two satisfactory references, medical clearance and Home Office right to work clearance. ExtraCare is committed to making our recruitment practices as fair and inclusive as possible for all including making reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process. ExtraCare reserve the right to close this job advertisement early.

Housing Support Worker Job description INTERNAL VACANCY The Personal Support Service is a domiciliary care service offering support with all aspects of daily living for customers living within our Independent Living Schemes, 24 hours per day and at night in the local community. Part of the Personal Support Service is to cover the day to day housing side of one of the Independent Living Communities. You will be located at Marjorie Waite Court, Monday to Friday. The role will be supporting Tenants with general enquiries, managing booked site visits for repairs and maintenance, dealing with low level disputes, regular Health and Safety checks in the building. The role works closely with Housing colleagues in the smooth running of the building. This role is suitable as a job share opportunity. As this role is public facing, applicants will need to demonstrate, at interview, their competency to converse and provide advice and guidance to members of the public, in spoken English to CEFR level C2: Can express themselves spontaneously at length with a natural conversational flow, avoiding or backtracking around any difficulty so smoothly that the person with whom they are conversing is hardly aware of it. Hybrid working arrangements are available for this role. Each role at CYC is different and your working arrangements will be determined based on the requirements of the role and in collaboration with you and your needs as part of the recruitment process. Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team. City of York Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. We require the successful candidate to undertake an enhanced Criminal Record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to investing in the talent and wellbeing of our staff and can offer a generous annual leave allowance, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, comprehensive Health &amp; Wellbeing initiatives and a reward package which recognises your contribution. We can offer flexible working practices, community engagement and volunteer activities and, as part of our commitment to you, promote continuous Learning &amp; Development. In addition we also offer a growing range of discounts, rewards and savings. For further information or an informal discussion please contact Tamyn Toshach (Service Manager) at <a href="mailto:tamyn.toshach@york.gov.uk" target="_blank">tamyn.toshach@york.gov.uk</a> or on 01904 551870. Closing date: Friday 5 September at 12 midnight Interview date: Week commencing Monday 15 September 2025 Internally advertised posts are only open to CYC, WWY and Be Independent employees. Explore and Veritau employees are not eligible to apply for these posts.

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