Homeless Prevention - Project Worker

TN United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

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Homeless Prevention - Project Worker, Preston

Client:

Community Gateway Association

Location:

Preston, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

18.04.2025

Expiry Date:

02.06.2025

Job Description:

Homeless Prevention - Project Worker

£27,281.11 per annum (pay award pending)

Scheme based - The Spires, Maudland Bank in Preston

What will you be doing in this role?

This role is based at The Spires, a 26-bed, move-on scheme which provides temporary accommodation for individuals who have experienced rough sleeping or are at risk of rough sleeping. The scheme provides high-quality support services and accommodation to residents who face multiple disadvantage. You will support a small case load of tenants using a person-centred, strengths-based approach that promotes independence, responsibility, and personal wellbeing. You will work with our tenants to develop personalised safety and move on plans, and you will build relationships with them by spending quality time helping them to develop community connections. This role will require regular evening and weekend work on a rota basis.

What we are looking for:

• Have worked with people facing, or personally experienced, multiple disadvantage and/or homelessness.
• Previous experience of providing Intensive Housing Management or housing related support.
• Good understanding of the issues faced by people who are experiencing multiple disadvantage and the ability to support them without judgement.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults.
• Good communication skills - both verbal and written - to work with residents, colleagues, stakeholders, and external partners.

It would be a bonus if you also had:

• A relevant qualification in housing or health and social care.
• Understanding or experience of working with partner agencies such as drug and alcohol services, social services, or services for people experiencing mental ill health.
• Experience of completing risk assessments and support plans.

Why work at Community Gateway?

Our team is what makes us who we are. We aim for a great employee experience, which includes offering a range of benefits, including a generous holiday allowance, your birthday off, free parking, free breakfasts, a health cash-plan, reward and recognition scheme, and much more.

Inclusion is key for us. We would love to hear from people from diverse backgrounds for this role, and second languages come in handy.

Working arrangements:

This role is based at The Spires, a 26-bed, move-on scheme which provides temporary accommodation for individuals who have experienced rough sleeping or are at risk of rough sleeping. The scheme provides high-quality support services and accommodation to residents who face multiple disadvantage.

A bit more about us:

Community Gateway owns and manages almost 7000 homes across the city of Preston, but we are so much more than just a landlord. We aim to offer great customer service, providing safe, well-maintained, and affordable homes, and making a positive difference to the communities in which we work. We ensure that we manage our business to the highest of standards and are working to create a sustainable future.

And finally, we want to be a great place to work, so if you think you have the skills, experience, and can live our values, then we want to hear from you.

Dates for your diary:

The closing date for this advert is midnight on Sunday 27th April 2025 with interviews expected to be held on the week commencing Tuesday 6th May 2025.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.