Housing Support Worker

Reed Specialist Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Supported Housing Worker in Bristol. In this role, you will support clients in maintaining safe accommodation and facilitate positive life changes. Responsibilities include managing referrals, assessing needs, and working collaboratively with partner agencies. Ideal candidates will have experience dealing with complex needs and must hold a valid driver's license. Join a supportive team and make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and access to own vehicle.
• Willingness to participate in an out-of-hours on-call rota.

Responsibilities

• Manage referrals and assess needs of clients.
• Build strong relationships with partner agencies.
• Provide tailored support for clients in housing services.

Skills

Experience working with people with complex needs

Strong communication skills

Flexibility and proactive approach

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Supported Housing Worker

Salary: 25,235 per year

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Bristol

Additional Requirements:

• Willingness to participate in an out-of-hours on-call rota
• Valid driver\'s license and access to own vehicle - business insurance required for roles involving travel

The Role

Are you passionate about supporting people to build brighter futures? As a Supported Housing Worker, you\'ll play a key role in helping clients maintain safe accommodation and make positive life changes.

You\'ll manage referrals, assess needs, and provide tailored support to individuals across Bristol and South Gloucestershire. This includes helping clients navigate benefit claims, budgeting, and maintaining their accommodation to high health and safety standards.

Collaboration is at the heart of this role-you\'ll build strong relationships with partner agencies and work closely with volunteers to create multi-agency support plans that truly make a difference.

You\'ll also be responsible for keeping accurate records of client interactions and may support reporting to funders and partners. The role involves regular travel to supported housing properties and community meetings, so flexibility and a proactive approach are essential.

In return, you\'ll be part of a supportive team environment, with regular one-to-one supervision and access to group support. If you\'re ready to take on a varied and rewarding role that combines practical support with meaningful impact, we\'d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Progress and track referrals made into the service
• Carry out needs and risk assessments for clients
• Provide advice and information to deliver an enabling service
• Ensure all new clients understand their rights and responsibilities
• Maintain accurate, clear, and up-to-date client records

Note: This job description is not exhaustive and may include other duties in line with the role.

What We\'re Looking For

• Experience working with people who may have complex needs and/or challenging behaviours
• Valid driver\'s license and access to own vehicle - business insurance required for roles involving travel