Senior Support and Advice Worker - Full Time

People First; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced Annual Leave

Mental Health & Wellbeing

Bike2Work

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts

Rewards & Recognition

Development Opportunities

Colleague Volunteering Programme

Enhanced Sickness Pay

Overtime/Refer a Friend Bonus

Equipment Provision

Job summary

P3 Charity in Coventry is seeking a Senior Support and Advice Worker to lead a small team and deliver tenancy sustainment support and housing advice for single adults. You will help manage the service with a focus on accessible, person-centred support and strong community partnerships.

The role requires excellent communication skills, a proactive approach, and a full UK driving licence. Travel is involved as part of the responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team in tenancy support or housing services.
• Excellent communication and partnership-building abilities.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of Support and Advice Workers within the singles service.
• Deliver tenancy sustainment support and housing advice to single adults in Coventry.
• Assist the Service Manager in overall service management and delivery.
• Develop partnerships with local authority, housing providers and other agencies.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Driving licence

Job description

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9:00 to 17:00

Work Base: Office based with travel

Do you have what it takes to lead a team, to make a difference, and inspire others?

Are you a kind, approachable and positive leader who is passionate about making a difference to the lives of people and their communities?

If yes, then we have just the role for you!

We have a fantastic opportunity for a self-motivated Senior Support and Advice Worker to lead a small team of Support and Advice Workers within our singles service in Coventry. You will help deliver high quality tenancy sustainment support and housing advice to single adults in the city. You will assist the Service Manager in the overall management of the service and your focus will be on providing tenancy sustainment support, delivering the service, and supporting the tenancy sustainment and advice workers to provide support that is person centred, holistic and easy to access.

We are looking for a highly motivated, confident and proactive person withexcellent communication skills and the ability to manage challenging situations.You are expected to be great at developing strong positive partnerships and have the ability to connect with the wider community, including key stakeholders such as the local authority, housing providers, and professionals from other services and agencies.

The successful candidate must hold a full UK driving licence.Please note, this post is subject to an enhanced check made by the Disclosure & Barring Services, paid for by P3.

P3 reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the stated closing date.

P3 is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to combating all forms of discrimination.

P3 have committed to achieving ‘Net Zero’ Carbon emissions by 2050. Our Carbon Reduction Plan is available via the P3 website.

In partnership withTreeapp, for every new employee, we plant a tree at one of their planting sites worldwide.

Our Charity

Established in 1972, P3 Charity is a modern, forward-thinking organisation providing support services to people facing social exclusion across the UK.

We offer a wide range of services, including homelessness prevention, supported housing, mental health support, community advice, hoarding support and services for young people.

We’re a person-centred organisation who works alongside people to improve lives. We do this by strengthening communities, unlocking potential and creating new possibilities. We tackle challenges others won’t and we go the extra mile. We believe in collaboration – both within our teams and with the local community – to achieve the best outcomes. Our values-driven approach means we recruit for values and train for skills.

What We Offer

• Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement– 27 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays.
• Commitment to Mental Health and Wellbeing– people are at the heart of what we do; you’ll also have access to our National Wellbeing Lead and Regional Wellbeing Champions.
• EDI Focus - an opportunity to join other colleagues to raise awareness and steer initiatives, contributing to our inclusive culture.
• Paycare Health Cash Plan– you can claim back costs for a wide range of everyday health expenses, including optical, dental, physiotherapy, and more, within an annual limit.
• Employee Assistance Program– access to 24/7 GP appointments, 1-1 counselling and health assessments.
• Bike2WorkScheme - t he Bike2Work Scheme is part of the Government’s Green Transport Plan, designed to encourage healthier, more sustainable travel.
• Discounts– access to Paycare Perks and Tickets for Good.
• Reward and Recognition – such as team away days, P3's Annual conference and Colleague Awards Ceremony.
• Personal Development Opportunities– including mentoring, training, secondments, job shadowing, and more.
• Colleague Volunteering Programme –one day paid leave per year to volunteer in the community
• Enhanced Sickness Pay– based on your length of service.
• Earning Potential – optional overtime and refer a friend bonus scheme.
• Additional Equipment Provision – some employees may be provided with additional equipment including workwear, tools and use of a company van or car.