Housing Support Worker

Niyaa People; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A respected supported housing provider is recruiting a Housing Support Worker in Nottingham. This key role involves delivering tenancy support and skills development to vulnerable individuals. Candidates should have experience in supported housing and excellent communication skills. This temporary position offers 37.5 hours per week, focused on preparing residents for independent living.

Qualifications

• Experience in supported housing, tenancy sustainment, or housing management.
• Knowledge of welfare systems, housing legislation, and safeguarding principles.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience providing tailored support to vulnerable individuals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored tenancy sustainment programmes to vulnerable individuals.
• Support residents with practical life skills for independent living.
• Collaborate with housing providers and external agencies.
• Manage housing-related administration including rent and benefits.

Skills

Experience in supported housing

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of welfare systems

Conflict resolution skills

Job description

Overview

We are recruiting a Housing Support Worker on behalf of a respected supported housing provider. This is a key role focused on preparing residents for independent living through tenancy support, skills development, and housing guidance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored tenancy sustainment programmes to vulnerable individuals in a new 32 bed Unit.
• Support residents with practical life skills and engagement in independent living.
• Collaborate with housing providers, external agencies, and support services to sign post these individuals to the correct support.
• Manage housing-related administration including rent and assisting with housing benefits applications.

What we\'d love to see from you

• Experience in supported housing, tenancy sustainment, or housing management.
• Knowledge of welfare systems, housing legislation, and safeguarding principles.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience of providing tailored support to vulnerable individuals who are at risk of homelessness, suffering with drug and alcohol addiction or mental health issues.

Role Details

Job Title: Housing Support Worker

Location: Nottingham

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Mon - Fri)

Contract Type: 8 weeks Temporary

How to apply

If this Housing Support Worker role is for you then please apply or contact [e-mail]