Housing Support Worker

Ashberry Recruitment; Salford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Salford is seeking a temporary full-time Project Worker. The role involves providing essential support to clients, conducting assessments, and managing tenancy agreements. Candidates should have a proven track record in client support and a valid driving license. This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to make a significant impact within the community.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of advising clients effectively.
• Ability to manage tenancy agreements and rental tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to clients within the service.
• Carry out client needs and risk assessments.
• Support tenants with resettlement plans.
• Ensure clients comply with tenancy agreements.
• Liaise with housing agencies for accommodation.
• Maintain communication systems and health records.

Skills

Providing information, advice and guidance

Knowledge of basic IT

Understanding of housing management tasks

Driving with own vehicle

Job description

Ashberry Recruitment are currently looking for a temporary full‑time Project Worker to work in Salford. As a Project Worker, you will be providing support to clients within the service.

Responsibilities

• Working as part of a small team
• Carrying out client needs and risk assessment for all referrals
• Supporting tenants through individual resettlement support plans
• Ensuring clients comply with their tenancy agreement
• Supporting clients with welfare rights, budgeting, employment, education and training
• Liaising with all relevant housing agencies to find suitable move‑on accommodation for tenants
• Develop links with the local community
• Ensuring communication systems are accurately maintained and up‑to‑date
• Maintenance of the Health and Safety incident and accident records
• Being aware of and working within agreed organisation policies and procedures

Requirements

• Enhanced DBS Check
• Must have a proven track record of providing information, advice and guidance to clients
• Knowledge and understanding of basic IT suitable for an office environment
• Knowledge of basic housing management tasks, i.e. rent collection, tenancy agreements and arrears management
• Candidates must also be a driver and have use of their own vehicle with business insurance (Mileage will be paid)
• Candidates available for an immediate start will be given priority