Support Worker

James Andrews Recruitment Solutions; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable Charity based in Manchester is looking for a full-time Support Worker for a 3-month contract. The role involves assisting refugees and asylum seekers with supported living and welfare advice. Candidates must have relevant experience and understanding of various benefits.

Benefits

Recommendation scheme: refer a friend for up to £100

Qualifications

• Extensive experience working with refugees and asylum seekers.
• Recent experience required.

Responsibilities

• Supporting clients in supported accommodation.
• Assessing and registering new tenants.
• Assisting clients with welfare entitlements.

Skills

Experience working with homeless clients

Understanding of Housing Benefit

Knowledge of Universal Credit

Job description

We are currently working in partnership with a reputable Charity based in Manchester on a 3-month contract.

This will be a full-time position with a salary of £18.00 per hour umbrella.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working with refugees and asylum seekers, supporting them with supported living and advising on welfare and benefits.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

1. Supporting clients in supported accommodation after receiving permanent leave to remain
2. Assessing and registering new tenants into our service
3. Assisting clients with Housing Benefit, Universal Credit, and welfare entitlements
4. Developing support plans and risk assessments tailored to individual needs
5. Maintaining detailed records using CRM and internal systems
6. Teaching life skills and promoting steps toward employment or training
7. Liaising with GPs, local authorities, housing services, and other agencies

Experience required:

• Experience working with homeless clients or asylum seekers
• Understanding of Housing Benefit, Universal Credit, and tenancy law

Working hours:

• 35 hours per week
• Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm

Please note that recent experience is required to apply for this role.

James Andrews acts as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions, we try to respond to all applications personally; however, due to high volume, some may not receive individual feedback. If you do not hear from us within 72 hours, please assume your application was unsuccessful.

Don't forget our recommendation scheme: refer a friend or colleague and receive up to £100 once they complete 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply; contact us for details.