Floating Support Worker (Temporary, Full-time)

Morgan Hunt UK Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Hunt is recruiting a Floating Support Worker on temporary contracts to deliver person-centered, practical and emotional support to vulnerable adults in a social care and supported housing setting.

You will collaborate with external agencies, follow safeguarding standards and help clients sustain tenancies and access local services. DBS checks and strong literacy/numeracy are required.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS with Adults/Children's Barred List or willingness to obtain one prior to commencement.
• Good standard of literacy and numeracy.
• Relevant professional qualifications in social care, housing support, or equivalent (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Develop personalized support plans with clients reflecting needs, risks and goals.
• Support clients to develop life skills including budgeting, cooking and household management.
• Provide tenancy sustainment advice, including rent payments and understanding tenancy agreements.
• Offer emotional support and crisis intervention for clients with mental health issues, addiction or social isolation.
• Assist clients to access local services such as healthcare, employment, education and benefits.
• Respond to emergencies and elevate concerns to ensure client safety.
• Identify, record, and report safeguarding concerns in line with policy and guidance.
• Work with social services, healthcare providers, housing associations and other agencies to coordinate support.
• Carry out regular checks of clients' living environments to ensure safety and standards are met.
• Maintain accurate records of client contacts, interventions and progress.
• Advocate for clients to ensure their rights and preferences are represented.

Skills

Literacy & Numeracy

Education

Enhanced DBS with Adults/Children's Barred List

Sector qualifications in social care / housing support (desirable)

Vocational/sector qualifications advantageous

Job description

Floating Support Worker (Temporary, Full-time)

Job Title: Manchester Social Care - Floating Support Worker (Temporary, Full-time)

Location:West Yorkshire

Temporary

About the Role / Job Summary:

Morgan Hunt is partnering with a range of charities and housing providers to recruit an experienced Floating Support Worker on temporary contracts while services await long-term funding outcomes. The role sits within a social care and supported housing environment and focuses on delivering person-centered, practical, and emotional support to vulnerable adults to sustain tenancies and improve well-being. The post requires professional, collaborative working with external agencies and adherence to regulated safeguarding standards. Your time and expertise will directly support people to live independently and access local services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop personalized support plans with clients that reflect their needs, risks, and goals.
• Support clients to develop life skills including budgeting, cooking, and household management.
• Provide tenancy sustainment advice, including rent payments and understanding tenancy agreements.
• Offer emotional support and crisis intervention for clients experiencing mental health issues, addiction, or social isolation.
• Assist clients to access local services such as healthcare, employment, education, and benefits.
• Respond to emergencies and elevate concerns to ensure client safety.
• Identify, record, and report safeguarding concerns in line with organizational policy and statutory guidance.
• Work collaboratively with social services, healthcare providers, housing associations, and other agencies to coordinate support.
• Carry out regular checks of clients' living environments to ensure safety and standards are met.
• Maintain accurate records of client contacts, interventions, and progress.
• Act as an advocate for clients to ensure their rights and preferences are represented.

Qualifications:

• Enhanced DBS with Adults/Children's Barred List or willingness to obtain one prior to commencement.
• Good standard of literacy and numeracy.
• Relevant professional qualifications in social care, housing support, or equivalent (desirable).

Education Requirements:

• No formal educational requirement specified. Relevant vocational or sector qualifications are advantageous.

Experience Requirements:

• Proven experience in supported housing, floating support, or community social care settings.
• Experience supporting vulnerable people, including those experiencing homelessness, mental health needs, or substance misuse.
• Demonstrable ability to manage challenging situations calmly and professionally.
• Familiarity with safeguarding principles and reporting procedures.
• Track record of working with external agencies and housing providers to achieve positive outcomes for clients.
• Ability to manage a caseload and work independently.

Due to the nature of the role and Enhanced DBS is required for this role.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.