Housing Support Worker

Vetro Recruitment; Ebbw Vale; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a Housing Support Worker in Ebbw Vale to assist vulnerable individuals facing homelessness, mental health challenges or recovery from substance misuse. You will support hostel residents and liaise with Housing Officers, with flexible shifts and a focus on safety and equality.

The role offers a pay rate of £14.24 per hour (including holiday pay) and opportunities to work across diverse social care settings, making a positive impact in the local community.

Qualifications

• Strong empathetic approach and value base.
• Experience within a social care or supported housing environment (desirable).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexibly across shifts.
• Commitment to promoting safety, equality, and high-quality support.

Responsibilities

• Support hostel occupants in adhering to rules.
• Provide emotional and practical support to individuals.
• Explain and ensure compliance with health and safety procedures within the hostel.
• Offer relevant information to visitors and clients.
• Liaise with Housing Officers to meet client needs effectively.
• Promote equality and diversity within the supported housing environment.
• Maintain high standards of customer care and support.

Skills

Empathy

Social care

Communication skills

Flexibility

Safety & equality

Job description

Job Title: Housing Support Worker

Location: Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent

Salary: £14.24 per hour (including holiday pay)

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals? We are seeking dedicated Housing Support Workers to join a leading specialist provider in Ebbw Vale. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals or those looking to start a career in the homeless sector. As a Housing Support Worker in Ebbw Vale, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals facing homelessness, mental health challenges, or recovery from substance misuse. Enjoy flexible working hours and the chance to work across various social care settings, making a positive impact in your community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support hostel occupants in adhering to rules and regulations
• Provide emotional and practical support to individuals in need
• Explain and ensure compliance with health and safety procedures within the hostel
• Offer relevant information to visitors and clients
• Liaise with Housing Officers to meet client needs effectively
• Promote equality and diversity within the supported housing environment
• Maintain high standards of customer care and support

Requirements:

• Strong empathetic approach and value base
• Experience within a social care or supported housing environment (desirable)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work flexibly across shifts
• Commitment to promoting safety, equality, and high-quality support