Housing Support Specialist – Temp-to-Perm, Truro

BDS (Northern) Limited; Truro; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

BDS (Northern) Limited in Truro is recruiting a Housing Support Worker to assist vulnerable tenants in securing and maintaining accommodation. The role covers 36 hours per week on a rolling rota between 8:30am and 8:30pm, in a 15-space complex.

You will support residents with mental health issues, substance misuse or homelessness, conduct risk assessments, maintain records, and work with partners to promote independence and access to services. A DBS is required and driving may be needed.

Qualifications

• Understanding of support needs and support planning.
• Experience of risk assessing and risk management.
• Accurate record keeping and computer skills.
• Confident in lone working and a good team player.
• Flexible working approach.

Responsibilities

• Providing responsive, person-centred assistance to individuals with complex needs, helping them achieve positive outcomes and independence.
• Build open and trusting relationships with residents, colleagues, and partner agencies to ensure seamless and comprehensive support.
• Encourage individuals to engage in social, educational and employment opportunities, preventing isolation and promoting self-determination.
• Conduct risk assessments and maintain professional boundaries, ensuring health, safety and compliance with safeguarding policies.

Skills

Lone working

Team player

Flexible

Record keeping

Computer skills

Risk assessment

Support planning

Job description

BDS (Northern) Limited in Truro is recruiting a Housing Support Worker to assist vulnerable tenants in securing and maintaining accommodation. The role covers 36 hours per week on a rolling rota between 8:30am and 8:30pm, in a 15-space complex.

You will support residents with mental health issues, substance misuse or homelessness, conduct risk assessments, maintain records, and work with partners to promote independence and access to services. A DBS is required and driving may be needed.