Housing Interventions Worker – Custody

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and career development

Flexible working

Season Ticket Loan Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

25 days annual leave (30 with service)

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is recruiting a Housing Interventions Worker to support men on probation or in custody in Cardiff. The role focuses on reducing homelessness and reoffending by delivering targeted housing advice and intervention plans.

Occasional travel to other prisons is required. The position offers full-time hours with a benefits package including pension, cycle to work, season ticket loan, and generous annual leave.

Qualifications

• Understanding of Housing and Welfare Benefits system.
• Experience advising clients on welfare benefits, housing, or rehousing.
• Experience assessing adults for housing and social support needs.
• Ability to develop detailed support plans to sustain tenancies.
• Knowledge of challenges faced by individuals in recovery or homelessness.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one housing advice and interventions for men on probation or in custody.
• Conduct housing needs assessments and develop intervention plans.
• Engage with Camau service objectives to prevent homelessness and improve options.
• Contribute to team objectives and service delivery.
• Build relationships with local authorities, landlords, and support agencies.
• Support service users by working with Forward Connect and other services.

Skills

Housing guidance

Welfare benefits knowledge

Housing assessments

Collaboration with agencies

Job description

Salary Up to £26,000 per annum depending on experience

Job Title: Housing Interventions Worker – Custody
Specialism: Criminal Justice / Housing Support
Location: Cardiff, UK (HMP Parc with occasional travel to HMP Cardiff, HMP Swansea, HMP Usk, and HMP Prescoed)
Salary: Hourly rate (Not specified)
Type: Full-time

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the lives of individuals involved with the Criminal Justice services? We are seeking an experienced and innovative Housing Interventions Worker to join our dynamic team based in Cardiff. This role promises not only the opportunity to create meaningful change but also to work within an environment that values your unique skills and experiences. This exciting position involves working within HMP Parc and occasionally attending HMP Cardiff, HMP Swansea, HMP Usk, or HMP Prescoed to meet service needs. You will be at the forefront of reducing reoffending and preventing homelessness for men on probation.

Perks and benefits

• Training and career development: Benefit from ongoing training opportunities and support for your professional growth.
• Flexible working: Enjoy flexibility to help balance your work and personal commitments.
• Season Ticket Loan Scheme: Make commuting more affordable with an interest-free season ticket loan.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Save on travel costs while promoting a healthier lifestyle.
• Generous annual leave: Receive 25 days of annual leave, increasing to 30 days with length of service, plus Bank Holidays.
• Contributory pension scheme: Plan for the future with employer-matched pension contributions of up to 6% in the first two years and up to 9% thereafter.
• Death in Service benefit: Receive a benefit of two times your annual salary for added peace of mind.
• Critical Illness Insurance: Access additional financial protection, subject to qualifying criteria.
• Supportive workplace: Join an organisation committed to investing in your wellbeing, happiness, and career progression.

What you will do

• Deliver one-to-one housing advice and interventions for men on probation or in custody who are due for release into the community.
• Conduct comprehensive housing needs assessments to identify support requirements and develop structured housing intervention plans.
• Engage actively with Camau service objectives to prevent homelessness, improve housing options, and achieve project targets.
• Contribute actively to team objectives and service delivery.
• Build strong relationships with local authorities, landlords, Registered Social Landlords, and support agencies while ensuring accommodation meets health and safety standards.
• Support service users by working collaboratively with Forward Connect and other relevant services, tailoring support to individual needs.

Requirements

• A solid understanding of the Housing and Welfare Benefits system.
• Experience advising clients on welfare benefits, housing, or rehousing.
• Experience assessing adults for housing and social support needs.
• Ability to develop detailed support plans to help sustain tenancies.
• Knowledge of the challenges faced by individuals in abstinence-based recovery or those experiencing homelessness.
• Proven ability to work effectively with adults experiencing multiple disadvantages, including unemployment, mental ill health, or substance use.

If you care about building positive futures by breaking the cycles of crime or addiction, this role offers you the chance to do just that in Cardiff, a vibrant city bustling with historic charm and modern creativity. Enjoy a fulfilling career, a welcoming community, and the scenic beauty that Cardiff offers in equal measure. Join us and make a genuine, lasting difference.