Housing Support Worker
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Summary
As a Housing Support Worker, your days will be varied, with the opportunity to make a significant impact on both service users and the community.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing your schedule
- Supporting service users by assessing their needs and creating support plans
- Assisting with housing applications and rent payments
- Ensuring that properties meet the Decent Homes Standard
Essential Skills & Qualities include:
- Genuine interest in engaging with people, adapting communication styles, and making informed decisions.
- Ability to work within professional boundaries
- Strong organizational skills
- ICT skills (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Full, clean UK driving license
Job Type:
Permanent / Full-Time
Working Hours:
8 hours per day (shift patterns and flexibility will be discussed during the interview). The working hours are between 08:00 and 22:00.
Location:
Plymouth
Salary:
G4 - £26,584 Per Annum (Base salary £25,584 + £1,000 Unsociable Hours)
Essential Skills & Qualities:
Genuine interest in engaging with people, adapting communication styles, and making informed decisions.
Ability to work within professional boundaries while acting in the best interests of both the service users and [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk].
Strong organizational skills, able to manage competing priorities, and update systems in a timely manner.
ICT skills (Outlook, Word, Excel) with training provided for internal systems.
Non-Negotiable Requirements:
Full, clean UK driving license
Access to a vehicle (mileage reimbursement at 45p per mile).
Willingness to travel for business purposes.
Business car insurance will be required.
An enhanced DBS check and Prison Clearance will be necessary for this role.
Applications from individuals with lived experience in the criminal justice system are encouraged, and a criminal record may not necessarily disqualify you.
Benefits & Rewards:
25 days holiday, plus bank holidays.
Free eye tests and a £50 contribution towards glasses.
Access to an employee assistance program.
Generous leave entitlement, including additional special leave.
Occupational sick pay exceeding statutory requirements.
Flexible working arrangements, including the ability to work from home between property visits.
Visa Sponsorship:
This position does not offer visa sponsorship. For further details about working rights in the UK, please visit GOV.UK.