Housing Support Worker

CIH International Housing Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid working

25 days annual leave

Career development

Employee Assistance Programme

GP services

Pension scheme

Family leave benefits

Care worker discounts

Employee networks

Wellbeing initiatives

Cycle to Work Scheme

Corporate Health Plan

Job summary

CIH International Housing Group is seeking a Housing Support Worker to help people maintain homes, overcome barriers and progress toward independent living. In our Beacon / Somewhere Safe to Live Team, you’ll build trusted relationships, connect clients with specialist support and empower them to take positive steps.

You’ll support tenancy moves, budgeting, appointments and building confidence, working with colleagues, landlords and partner agencies.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals through challenging situations and promoting positive engagement.
• Ability to apply risk management practices in line with policies.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with partners.

Responsibilities

• Help people maintain their homes and overcome barriers to independent living.
• Assist with tenancy moves and connecting clients to specialist support.
• Support budgeting, appointments and developing confidence to live independently.
• Collaborate with colleagues, landlords and partner agencies to ensure clients receive needed support.

Skills

Experience support

Risk management

Communication

Driving licence

Job description

The Vacancy

Join Our Team as a Housing Support Worker!

Do you enjoy supporting people to overcome challenges and take positive steps towards a more independent life?

If you're someone who enjoys building relationships, solving problems and supporting people through challenging times, this could be the role for you. As a Housing Support Worker, within our Beacon / Somewhere Safe to Live Team, you'll play a vital part in helping people maintain their homes, overcome barriers and build brighter futures. From helping someone settle into a new tenancy to connecting them with specialist support, your work will have a real and lasting impact.

No two days are ever the same. One day you might be supporting someone to move into their new home, while the next, you're helping them manage their finances, attend appointments or develop the confidence to live independently. You'll work alongside colleagues, landlords and partner agencies to ensure people receive the support they need to thrive.

Who we're looking for:

• Experience supporting individuals through challenging situations, encouraging positive engagement and providing effective support during difficult times.
• Ability to apply and promote risk management practices in line with organisational policies and procedures.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with a range of internal and external partners.
• A valid UK driving licence (or one permitting driving in the UK) and access to a vehicle for work purposes.

Why Join Us?

We understand that when people feel supported and valued, they can achieve great things - and we want you to be part of that.

Here’s what you’ll enjoy as part of our team:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life in a way that suits you.
• Hybrid working enjoy the best of both worlds!
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service - because your time off matters.
• A wealth of learning and career development opportunities, with paid and tailored training to support your growth.
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme 24/7,including access to counselling and GP services - your wellbeing is a priority.
• Employer contributory pension scheme to help secure your future.
• Great maternity, paternity and adoption benefits to support you and your family.
• Exclusive care workers discounts to make life a little easier.
• Access to a range of Employee Networks including People of Colour, LGBT+, Mental Health and Accessibility - we embrace and celebrate diversity.
• A variety of health and wellbeing initiatives to keep you feeling your best.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help you stay active and reduce your carbon footprint.
• Access to a Corporate Health Plan to support your physical and mental health.

We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment where everyone can thrive by being their true self. Join us in driving this important agenda forward and help shape a workplace where all voices are valued!

If you're ready to use your skills to help others succeed, we'd love to hear from you.

For an informal chat about the role please contact Paul Andrew Lanfear, Service Manager via [e-mail] or 01132739669

Good Luck!

The Company

The Company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees, and provide support to clients from all over the country.