Housing Support Worker

Brook Street Social Care; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Brook Street Social Care is seeking a Housing Support Worker to assist individuals at risk of homelessness and those facing mental health challenges. This temporary role offers a competitive hourly rate and a supportive work environment focused on employee wellbeing and development.

Benefits

Enhanced annual leave

Enhanced sickness pay

Access to National Wellbeing Lead

Free training

Workplace pension

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with vulnerable populations is essential.
• Ability to start quickly for last-minute cover.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional support and assistance in a hostel setting.
• Help individuals at risk of homelessness and those with mental health challenges.

Skills

Support for vulnerable populations

Emotional support

Assisting with housing benefits

Job description

Housing Support Worker

Location: Coventry & Warwickshire (Nuneaton / Rugby)
Pay: 12.21 - 13.21
Contract: Temporary

Nature Of Temporary Work

Brook Street Social Care will, at all times during your employment, use reasonable endeavours to allocate you to suitable assignments. Your hours of work may vary from one assignment to another, and you will be advised of the expected hours for each assignment. There may also be occasions when no work is available.

Why Work For Brook Street Social Care?

For your hard work and commitment, you will be paid an hourly rate between 12.21-13.21 (depending on your assignment), and benefit from a dedicated team of consultants committed to meeting your needs as an employee. Our employee package includes; enhanced annual leave based on hours worked, enhanced sickness pay based on your length of service, access to our National Wellbeing Lead and Wellbeing Champions, team initiatives, eye-care benefits, personal development and free training, optional overtime, refer a friend scheme, support for our EDI strategies, workplace pension, recognition through social media, maternity and paternity entitlements, and much more!

Overview Of The Role

You will work in a hostel setting and, depending on the assignment, also out in the community. Your support will help individuals at risk of homelessness, those with mental health challenges, substance misuse issues, or ex-offenders. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, providing emotional support, assisting with housing benefits applications, or simply being available to listen and support.

Required Experience

This role often requires providing last-minute cover, so you should be able to start quickly. Previous experience working with vulnerable populations in a similar setting is essential.

Related Roles

If your current role involves Criminal Justice, Police, Prison & Probation, or Children & Young People’s services—especially supporting ex-offenders, at-risk youth, gang violence, or care leavers—you are encouraged to apply!

Your Journey With Brook Street Social Care

1. Stage 1 - Shortlisting & Pre-Screening: Your CV will be reviewed, followed by a telephone conversation to discuss your right to work, work history, suitability, and any questions.
2. Stage 2 - Compliance: Our compliance team will conduct necessary checks, including DBS, references, and proof of right to work. Your start date depends on these checks.
3. Stage 3 - Formal Interview: Some roles may require a formal interview to assess team fit and mutual interest.
4. Stage 4 - Starting: If successful, you will receive your assignment details. Your consultant will follow up after your first shift to discuss your experience and next steps.

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