Housing First Support Worker

BRC; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A housing support organization in Bristol seeks a compassionate Housing First Support Worker to assist individuals facing homelessness and complex challenges. The role requires building trusting relationships, managing a caseload, and advocating for clients to support their housing needs. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and experience in housing support. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with complex needs like homelessness and mental health challenges.
• Ability to engage people reluctant to access services.
• Knowledge of tenancy support and housing issues.
• Understanding of equality, diversity, and safeguarding principles.

Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships and deliver one-to-one support.
• Manage a caseload of clients responding to their needs.
• Advocate for clients and liaise with agencies.
• Promote inclusion and recovery in all aspects of work.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to development.

Skills

Strong communication

Advocacy

Problem-solving

Building trusting relationships

Job description

Housing First Support Worker

LOCATION : Bristol

SALARY : £13.68 per hour PAYE + £1.65 Holiday Pay (£17.66 umbrella)

DURATION : Temp 6 weeks cover (potential of extension)

Hours : 37.5 – between 9am - 5pm

We’re looking for a compassionate and motivated Housing First Support Worker to join a dedicated team helping people across Bristol to sustain tenancies and rebuild their lives.

About the role

You’ll work with individuals who have experienced homelessness and multiple disadvantages, supporting them to maintain their homes and achieve their personal goals. Using a Psychological, Adversity and Trauma-Informed (PAT) approach, you’ll provide flexible, person-centred support in line with the principles of Housing First — that everyone has the right to a safe and stable home without preconditions.

Responsibilities

• Building trusting relationships and delivering consistent, one-to-one support
• Managing a caseload of clients, responding flexibly to their needs and aspirations
• Advocating for clients and liaising with a range of agencies to remove barriers and improve access to services
• Promoting inclusion, independence and recovery in all aspects of your work
• Maintaining accurate records and contributing to service development and reporting

About you

You’ll bring experience of working with people with complex and multiple needs, such as homelessness, mental health challenges, substance use, or offending histories. You’ll be confident engaging people who may be reluctant to access services and skilled at building positive, trusting relationships.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of tenancy support and housing issues
• Strong communication, advocacy and problem-solving skills
• A flexible, creative and person-centred approach
• Understanding of equality, diversity and safeguarding principlesAbility to travel across Bristol and work flexibly to meet clients’ needs
• Experience in a Housing First or similar service is desirable

What we offer

A rewarding opportunity to make a lasting difference in people’s lives, working within a supportive team that values learning, diversity, and innovation. For more information on this role please contact Nathan Jackson on (phone number removed) or apply directly via this website