Housing Support Worker

Location: Whitchurch
Housing Support worker

* FEMALE ONLY

* Housing provider in Supported Living

 * £17.39 Umbrella

* Shropshire

* 21 hours per week

Are you passionate about helping others?

Client snapshot:

An excellent opportunity has been made available by my client, an established housing provider in the UK. My client has a large portfolio of supported living projects and offers generic housing management and supported housing services.

Vacancy Brief:

* The vacancy is that of a Housing Support worker; this is initially a three-month interim contract.

* This is a part-time vacancy; 21 hours a week.

* Working pattern is three days between Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm.

* Pay rate for this role is £13.50 per hour on PAYE OR £17.39 Umbrella.

* The vacancy will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check covering child and adult workforce.

* Candidate will need a full UK driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

* Based on site, in Shrewsbury SY13

* Supporting victims of domestic abuse and those experiencing risk of homelessness.

* This role is open to Women Only - under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1

Role Overview :
As a Housing Support worker, you will provide emotional and practical support to individuals affected by domestic abuse, helping them move towards safety and independence.

Key Responsibilities:

* In your role as a Housing Support Worker, you will support clients in their transition and resettlement from temporary accommodation into safe, independent living—whether through housing associations or private rentals with rent deposit schemes.

* As a Housing Support worker, you will carry out risk assessments and develop safety plans, referring high-risk cases to MARAC where appropriate.

* You will provide emotional and practical support, including guidance through civil and criminal court processes and help with welfare rights.

* An important aspect of your role will be to offer information on emergency accommodation, legal options, benefits, and housing support.

* Furthermore, you will deliver or facilitate educational and evidence-based programmes designed to empower survivors.

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