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About the role Our Welfare Officers provide direct and impactful welfare support to RAF personnel and their immediate family. As a trusted and confidential source of support, you will assist our service users with challenges they are facing, from mental ill-health, difficult relationships, domestic abuse, financial and cost-of-living concerns, resettlement, housing, childcare, equality issues, bereavement, military discharge or deployment and many more - no day will be the same, as such this is a great opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills within the Welfare sector. Our intervention is provided with consent on a non-statutory basis, and you will work with and engage our service users to develop appropriate interventions for individual outcomes. Our service is transitioning to become more accessible and inclusive, digital technology plays a key role in this, as such you will use digital technologies to complement and enhance processes and service user experience. You will play an active role within the community, promoting the service through the delivery of presentations and representing the service at public engagement events. You will also work closely with RAF welfare teams, local authorities, health, education, civilian agencies, charities and other military organisations to ensure the best outcome for the service user. About the Team 2024 marked 34 years since SSAFA began delivering an independent non-statutory, and confidential service, for the Royal Air Force community across the UK, and this is an exciting time to be joining as we were successful in our bid to continue delivering this service. We are transforming our ways of working to be innovative, to ensure our service is even more inclusive and accessible to meet the needs of a modern RAF. We are a hard-working team from diverse professional backgrounds. Although we all have our own area of responsibility, we support each other in delivering the best possible service to our military community. Find out more about the Personal Support & Social Work Service on our website. About you To thrive in this role you will have relevant experience of supporting adults, families and children/young people. You will be able to take a flexible and creative approach to problem solving. You will have excellent communication skills and be able to deliver presentations with confidence. You will have used Microsoft Office 365 to a high standard. It is important that you have experience of planning and managing your own workload, with minimal supervision. It would be advantageous if you have experience of carrying out assessments, preparing plans, monitoring and reviewing outcomes. There will be some travel required and therefore you will need to be able to drive and have access to your own car. About SSAFA SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity is a trusted source of support for the Armed Forces community in their time of need. In 2024 our trained teams of volunteers and employees helped more than 53,000 people, including veterans, serving personnel (regulars and reserves) and their families. SSAFA understands that behind every uniform is a person. And we are here for that person and their family, any time they need us and in any way they need us. Diversity and Inclusion at SSAFA SSAFA exists to support a diverse range of beneficiaries within the armed forces community, and we believe diversity within our teams is key to ensuring we can deliver our services effectively. We thrive on differences and believe it is critical to our success as a worldwide charity. SSAFA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business. SSAFA is committed to using the Disclosure & Barring Service to ensure we, as an employer, safeguard those we serve. Further information about the role can be found via the Apply button. If you have any queries or would like to speak to someone about this role, please contact Jayne Whitcher, Social Work Team Lead for an informal discussion. No agencies please. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate and no fees will be payable. How to apply For more informaion and to apply, please click on the Apply button. If you need any adjustments to support you with the application process, please contact us. Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 25 January 2026. SSAFA reserves the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Interviews: Face to Face, week commencing 02 February 2026

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. Housing Support Worker Domestic Abuse Support Worker Domestic Violence Support Officer Housing Support worker Scheme Manager Scheme Officer Support Worker Night Support Worker Senior Residential Support Worker Healthcare Assistant Housing Wake Night Income Management Tenancy Sustainment Tenancy officer Homelessness Support Officer YMCA Homeless DV Support Worker DA Support Worker Domestic Abuse Domestic Violence IDVA Young People - Supported Living Substance misuse Shrewsbury Shropshire Housing Management Tenancy Management Charity Housing Association Local Authority Vacancy Housing Jobs Housing Vacancies

Housing Support Worker / Case Worker An engaging opportunity supporting vulnerable adults within dispersed accommodation, delivering person-centred case management, safeguarding, support planning and resettlement to promote independence and wellbeing. If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Housing Support Officer, Support Practitioner, Resettlement Worker, Homelessness Support Worker, Case Management Worker. This role is known internally as a Case Management Worker (Dispersed) SALARY: £26,731 per annum + Benefits (3% Pension Contribution, 25 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays) LOCATION: Birkenhead, Wirral, North West England JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 35 Hours per Week, Monday to Friday, (with occasional requests to support evenings or weekends) JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Housing Support Worker / Case Worker to provide high-quality, person-centred support across a small portfolio of dispersed accommodation. As a Housing Support Worker / Case Worker, you will work closely with residents who may experience homelessness, mental health challenges, substance misuse or offending histories, supporting them to identify goals and build independent living skills. The role focuses on assessment, support planning, risk management and multi-agency working, ensuring safeguarding remains central to all actions while maintaining safe, well-managed accommodation. As a Housing Support Worker / Case Worker, you will play a key role in empowering residents, coordinating services and supporting successful move-on into longer-term accommodation. APPLY TODAY Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review. DUTIES Your duties as the Housing Support Worker / Case Worker include: Resident Induction and Support Planning: Completing welcomes, assessments, Outcomes Star reviews and co-produced support plans Safeguarding and Risk Management: Managing and reviewing risk assessments, responding to concerns and embedding safeguarding practice Case Management Delivery: Holding regular one-to-one sessions using a person-centred, flexible and progressive approach Multi-Agency Working: Liaising with statutory and voluntary agencies to coordinate specialist support and interventions Accommodation Management: Supporting void preparation, property checks, health and safety reporting and positive shared living Income and Benefits Support: Assisting residents with welfare benefits, rent payments and financial understanding Resident Engagement: Encouraging participation in activities, meetings and service development Record Keeping and Reporting: Maintaining accurate, timely case records, reports and information sharing Move-On Support: Assisting residents to secure appropriate longer-term accommodation Health and Safety Compliance: Responding to incidents and working with emergency services when required CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL Previous experience in support work within housing, homelessness, health or social care settings Working knowledge of support planning, risk assessment and safeguarding Experience supporting people with mental health needs, substance misuse or complex lives Strong communication, assessment and relationship-building skills Ability to maintain accurate records and complete clear written reports IT literacy with confidence using Microsoft Office and case management systems Numeracy skills sufficient for budgeting, benefits and rent-related tasks A flexible, reflective and person-centred approach to support delivery DESIRABLE Level 2 qualification in Housing, Health & Social Care, Advice & Guidance or similar Experience of group work, coaching or activity facilitation Knowledge of harm reduction approaches or therapeutic frameworks Experience using housing or support databases Full driving licence with access to a vehicle for work purposes This role requires an Enhanced DBS check HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV's of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P14193 Full-Time, Permanent Social Care Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Birkenhead, Wirral, North West England. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. awd online

PRS Liaison Worker We are seeking a proactive, relationship focused PRS Liaison Worker to help people move into safe, sustainable homes and strengthen partnerships across Southend's private rented sector. Position: PRS Liaison Worker Salary: £28000pa Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week Location: Southend-on-Sea Contract: 12 month pilot (potential for extension) Closing date: 9th January 2026 About the Job: This is an exciting opportunity to join a pioneering pilot designed to accelerate move on from supported accommodation and improve long term tenancy sustainment. You will play a key role in blending landlord engagement, tenancy matching, and early intervention support to help residents transition into independent living and reduce homelessness across the city. Key responsibilities include: Building and maintaining strong relationships with PRS landlords, letting agents, SEAL and wider housing partners Promoting a Landlord Assurance Package and acting as a trusted single point of contact Identifying PRS ready residents and coordinating viewings, sign ups and tenancy negotiations Ensuring residents understand tenancy rights, responsibilities, budgeting and expectations Providing up to 12 months of light touch sustainment support to prevent tenancy breakdown Responding to emerging issues, including out of hours concerns, in partnership with the wider team Coordinating wraparound referrals such as mental health, substance misuse, benefits and employment support Contributing to multi agency meetings, access panels and case conferences Maintaining accurate case records and supporting monthly and quarterly reporting for the pilot evaluation This role directly supports improved wellbeing, reduced "bed blocking," and a more ethical, confident PRS landscape across Southend. About You You will be a confident communicator who can build trust with landlords, tenants and partners. You bring experience in housing, homelessness, lettings or support work, alongside an understanding of the private rented sector and the barriers faced by people with lived experience of homelessness. You will also bring: Strong relationship building and negotiation skills A person centred, strengths based and trauma informed approach The ability to identify risks early and intervene appropriately Excellent organisation and caseload management skills Confidence using CRM systems and digital tools Empathy, professionalism, resilience and a belief in people's ability to sustain independence Full training will be provided, including trauma informed practice, tenancy law basics, SEAL engagement and data systems. About the Organisation This role sits within a forward thinking homelessness and housing service committed to improving move on pathways, strengthening PRS partnerships, and supporting people to achieve long term independence. The organisation works collaboratively with local partners, champions lived experience involvement, and delivers high quality, person centred support. Other roles you may have experience of could include: PRS Officer, Tenancy Sustainment Worker, Housing Support Worker, Lettings Negotiator, Resettlement Worker, Floating Support Worker, Housing Options Officer, Landlord Liaison Officer, Move On Worker.

Practical Skills Worker Are you a proactive and hands-on Practical Skills Worker who can support people moving into and sustaining safe, independent accommodation across Southend-on-Sea. Salary: £28000pa Contract: 12-month fixed term Location: Southend-on-Sea (community-based with some hub working) Hours: Full time Closing date: 13th January 2026 About the Role: As a Practical Skills Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals to transition successfully into independent accommodation. You will provide responsive, practical support that reduces tenancy breakdown and promotes long-term wellbeing and independence. This is a hands-on, varied role that involves helping residents move safely into their new homes, ensuring properties are ready for occupation, and supporting people to develop the essential skills needed to sustain their tenancy. Key responsibilities include: Assisting with move-in tasks such as property checks, furniture assembly, transporting belongings and ensuring basic safety standards. Carrying out void, pre-void and move-in checks and helping to arrange essential works or furniture replacements. Coaching residents in practical skills including meter readings, registering utilities, cleaning routines, waste management and basic household maintenance. Providing early tenancy support, identifying issues before they escalate and helping residents settle confidently into their new home. Working closely with landlords, property teams and support workers to ensure coordinated, wraparound support. Maintaining accurate case notes and contributing to monitoring, outcomes and service improvement. Following safeguarding, health & safety, lone-working and professional boundary guidelines at all times. About You You will be practical, calm and solutions-focused, with a positive, empowering approach to supporting people who may face multiple challenges. You'll be confident working independently in the community and comfortable offering hands-on support. Experience providing practical or tenancy-related support to vulnerable people. Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills. The ability to coach and build confidence in residents developing independent living skills. Understanding of safeguarding, risk management and professional boundaries. Willingness and ability to undertake manual handling tasks. A reliable, empathetic and non-judgemental approach. Desirable experience includes homelessness services, supported housing, private rented sector access schemes, advocacy, or basic household repairs and maintenance. About the Organisation You will be working on behalf of a forward-thinking organisation delivering high-quality tenancy sustainment and move-on support within the community. The service offers a supportive team environment, reflective practice, ongoing training and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to people's lives. Other roles you may have experience of could include: Tenancy Support Worker, Move-On Worker, Housing Support Worker, Floating Support Officer, Resettlement Worker, Independent Living Worker, Practical Support Worker, Community Support Worker, Housing Coach, PRS Navigator.

A fantastic opportunity has emerged for a Homeless Prevention Outreach Officer to join our public sector client's Asylum Support & Resettlement team in a temporary placement, initially for three months (but with every possibility of being extended should the successful candidate perform well). Our client is based in Mid Sussex. Working 37 hours each week (Monday to Friday), this post is hybrid working (2 days per week in their Haywards Heath office or at the Contingency Hotel in Crawley). Free staff parking is available, and experience of Home Connections is desirable. Main responsibilities of the role include: Assessing clients at the hotel obtaining relevant documentation Identifying the most appropriate pathways, facilitating referrals and move on Identifying support needs and liaising with partner agencies to meet these needs Supporting with resettlement into permanent accommodation Delivering monthly workshops at the hotel. Please note, a car driver/owner would be desirable but is not essential providing you are happy to get around the borough by public transport when required. Only applicants who feel they meet the above criteria need apply for this post.

Are you looking for a rewarding outreach role in housing and resettlement? A local authority in West Sussex is seeking a Prevention Outreach Officer to start immediately on an initial 3-month contract and this could be you! What you'll be doing: Assessing clients at the contingency hotel and obtaining relevant documentation Facilitating referrals, and supporting move-on plans Identifying support needs and liaising with partner agencies to meet them Assisting with resettlement into permanent accommodation Delivering monthly workshops at the hotel Benefits: Hybrid working model: you'll be required to work 2 days per week in the office or at the contingency hotel. Less than an hour from Central London by public transport Free staff parking is available. What helps you stand out: Experience using Home Connections is desirable Previous experience in homelessness prevention, or resettlement support Pay rate: 27- 28 per hour, dependent on experience If you're ready to make a real difference in asylum support for a local council, click apply below and help shape futures today.

Floating Support Worker We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Floating Support Worker to empower people across Southend to sustain their tenancies and rebuild independence. Position: Floating Support Worker Salary: £28000pa Location: Southend-on-Sea Hours: Full time, with some evening/weekend flexibility Contract: 12-month fixed term Closing date: 20th January 2026 About the Job: This is an opportunity to join a multi-disciplinary homelessness service delivering trauma-informed, strengths-based tenancy sustainment support to people living across Southend. You will work flexibly in the community, helping individuals maintain their homes, improve wellbeing and prevent homelessness. Key responsibilities include: Providing person-centred, trauma-informed support that promotes dignity, empowerment and psychological safety. Carrying out gentle, client-paced assessments and co-producing SMART support and safety plans. Offering practical, non-judgemental guidance around home safety, hygiene, clutter, routines and tenancy responsibilities. Completing trauma-informed risk assessments and responding appropriately to safeguarding concerns. Identifying early tenancy risks and taking proactive steps to prevent homelessness. Working collaboratively with landlords, local authority housing teams, health services, substance use providers and community organisations. Maintaining accurate, strengths-based case notes and outcomes using internal systems. Supporting clients to build confidence through education, training, volunteering and community participation. Facilitating group activities that promote belonging, empowerment and psychological safety. Caseloads are varied and dynamic, typically up to 30 clients, and you'll work closely with colleagues across the service to ensure holistic, coordinated support. About You You will be someone who brings warmth, patience and a genuine commitment to trauma-informed practice. You'll have experience supporting people with complex needs such as trauma, rough sleeping, mental or physical ill health, or substance use. You will also bring: Strong understanding of trauma, psychological safety and how trauma affects engagement. Knowledge of safeguarding, homelessness pathways, tenancy sustainment and welfare benefits. Ability to build trusting relationships with people who may distrust services. Skills in de-escalation, grounding techniques and supporting emotional regulation. Confidence managing a community-based caseload independently. Good IT and record-keeping skills, plus basic numeracy for budgeting and bills. A non-judgemental approach to supporting clients with home safety, clutter and cleanliness. Reliability, consistency, strong boundaries and a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Flexibility to work some evenings, weekends and bank holidays is required. About the Organisation You will be joining a respected homelessness service in Southend that supports individuals to sustain tenancies, improve wellbeing and build brighter futures. The organisation is values-driven, person-centred and committed to trauma-informed practice, inclusion and long-term recovery. Other roles you may have experience of could include: Tenancy Support Worker, Housing Support Worker, Homelessness Support Worker, Outreach Worker, Keyworker, Recovery Worker, Supported Housing Officer, Community Support Worker, Complex Needs Worker, Resettlement Worker.