Housing Support Worker (Female)

TN United Kingdom; Godalming; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Housing Support Worker to make a meaningful impact in the lives of unaccompanied asylum seekers. This rewarding role involves providing essential housing-related support, helping individuals develop life skills and transition to independent living. You will assess housing needs, offer guidance to tenants, and ensure compliance with tenancy obligations. Join a dynamic team committed to fostering a safe and supportive environment for vulnerable populations, where your contributions will truly make a difference.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer-facing roles supporting diverse groups.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assess and allocate housing for new tenants.
• Provide advice to help tenants maintain their tenancy.
• Conduct risk assessments and coordinate with external agencies.

Skills

Customer service experience

Communication skills

Time management

Motivation to support vulnerable people

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28.04.2025

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Job Description

Housing Support Worker (Female)
Surrey (Guildford, Woking & Waverley)
Supported Housing Scheme
12 Month Contract
35 Hours per week
£16.50 to £19.97 LTD / £14.07 to £17.02 PAYE (inc hol)

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference in people's lives? Join a dynamic Housing Association supporting unaccompanied asylum seekers aged 18+ with no recourse to public funds, helping them live safely, happily, and independently.

THE ROLE
You will play a key role in providing flexible housing-related support to enable service users to develop essential life skills and transition into independent accommodation.
Key Responsibilities:

• Assess and allocate housing for new tenants following procedures.
• Provide tenants with advice and information to help them maintain their tenancy.
• Conduct room checks and follow housekeeping procedures to minimize vacancies.
• Ensure tenancies are upheld and support residents in meeting their obligations.
• Conduct risk assessments and coordinate with external agencies when needed.
• Encourage resident participation and provide advice on decision-making.
• Perform health and safety checks and manage building facilities.

THE CANDIDATE
We are seeking individuals with the right attitude and transferable skills to make a real impact in this role. Previous experience in a similar sector is not essential, but you should have the following:

• Experience working in customer-facing roles, supporting diverse client groups.
• Motivation and communication skills to engage and support vulnerable people.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Full UK driving license and access to a car insured for business use.
• Flexibility to work across similar services within a reasonable distance from your main base.

THE CONTRACT

• 35 hours per week, 09:00 to 17:00 (On-call rota, phone only, unless emergency).
• 12-month fixed-term contract, covering a secondment, with the potential to become permanent.
• Pay range: £16.50 to £19.97 per hour LTD, £14.07 to £17.02 per hour PAYE (inclusive of holiday).