Support Worker
Lancashire
Social Justice Charity
3 Month (Possibility for Extension)
35 hours (paid), 5 hours lunch (unpaid) Mon – Fri (Apply online only), Saturdays expected as and when
Some Hybrid/Home Working
Enhanced DBS (Adult) , Driving & Own Vehicle Essential – Mileage from nearest office
We are recruiting a Support Worker for a respected Social Justice Charity in Lancashire. This role involves providing housing-related support to vulnerable individuals (Ex Offenders), helping them achieve independence and secure long-term accommodation.
THE ROLE
As a Support Worker, you will deliver tailored support plans and manage housing services for service users to ensure positive outcomes and successful transitions. Key responsibilities include:
Developing and implementing support plans to meet service user needs.
Engaging with referral agencies to generate service referrals.
Supporting service users with practical tasks and life skills development.
Ensuring properties are adequately maintained and re-let promptly.
Maximising rent collection and managing welfare benefit claims.
Collaborating with multi-agency partners to ensure holistic service delivery.
Adhering to safeguarding and data protection protocols.
THE CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a similar support role, working with vulnerable individuals in housing settings. You should demonstrate:
Experience managing housing-related support and tenancies.
Strong communication and engagement skills with service users.
Knowledge of welfare benefits and tenancy management.
Ability to collaborate effectively with external agencies.
Competency in maintaining accurate records and reporting outcomes.
THE CONTRACT
35 hours (paid), 5 hours lunch (unpaid) Mon – Fri (Apply online only), Saturdays expected as and when.
3 Month Contract (Likely to Extend).
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) to discuss the role in more detail!
If the role is more suited to someone you know, we offer a £250 referral bonus for every successfully referred candidate
