We are seeking a committed and motivated Tenancy Sustainment and Move On Officer to join a local authority in North London, playing a key role in supporting households in temporary accommodation. This is an opportunity to make a real difference by helping homeless families and single people move safely and sustainably from temporary accommodation into permanent homes. In this role, you will manage a caseload of households for whom the council has a statutory homelessness duty. You will provide an end-to-end service, from initial placement into temporary accommodation through to successful move-on into long-term housing. This will include regular contact with customers, property visits, ensuring accommodation standards and health and safety compliance, and maintaining accurate case records. You will work proactively to sustain tenancies by supporting customers to access housing benefit, Discretionary Housing Payments and other financial support, as well as referring to specialist advice services where needed. You will also monitor changes in circumstances, respond to breaches of occupancy agreements, and work closely with investigation teams where concerns arise. A key part of the role is supporting move-on into permanent accommodation. This includes assessing housing needs, enabling access to choice-based lettings, making direct offers where appropriate, accompanying customers to viewings, and assisting with applications for furniture and resettlement grants. You will liaise with internal council teams, managing agents, registered providers, and voluntary and statutory partners, including Children's and Adults' Services, ensuring safeguarding responsibilities are met at all times. We are looking for someone who can manage their workload effectively, work collaboratively, communicate clearly with a wide range of stakeholders, and demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting vulnerable residents and delivering high-quality housing services. How to Apply If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you have any questions about the vacancy, please click APPLY NOW. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from public sector professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Cheryl at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
Jan 15, 2026
Contractor
We are seeking a committed and motivated Tenancy Sustainment and Move On Officer to join a local authority in North London, playing a key role in supporting households in temporary accommodation. This is an opportunity to make a real difference by helping homeless families and single people move safely and sustainably from temporary accommodation into permanent homes. In this role, you will manage a caseload of households for whom the council has a statutory homelessness duty. You will provide an end-to-end service, from initial placement into temporary accommodation through to successful move-on into long-term housing. This will include regular contact with customers, property visits, ensuring accommodation standards and health and safety compliance, and maintaining accurate case records. You will work proactively to sustain tenancies by supporting customers to access housing benefit, Discretionary Housing Payments and other financial support, as well as referring to specialist advice services where needed. You will also monitor changes in circumstances, respond to breaches of occupancy agreements, and work closely with investigation teams where concerns arise. A key part of the role is supporting move-on into permanent accommodation. This includes assessing housing needs, enabling access to choice-based lettings, making direct offers where appropriate, accompanying customers to viewings, and assisting with applications for furniture and resettlement grants. You will liaise with internal council teams, managing agents, registered providers, and voluntary and statutory partners, including Children's and Adults' Services, ensuring safeguarding responsibilities are met at all times. We are looking for someone who can manage their workload effectively, work collaboratively, communicate clearly with a wide range of stakeholders, and demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting vulnerable residents and delivering high-quality housing services. How to Apply If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you have any questions about the vacancy, please click APPLY NOW. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from public sector professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Cheryl at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
Help us combat homelessness! Provide visionary leadership and operational oversight for Stonepillow and help create lasting change in our community. Applications close at 9 a.m. Monday 16th February 2026 Who we are Founded in 1989, Stonepillow is a homeless charity for the Chichester and Arun Districts. We support and empower homeless and vulnerable individuals to achieve sustainable independence. Through a range of services, including hostel accommodation, day centres and community outreach programmes, we are committed to addressing homelessness and related challenges across the region. About the role We are looking for a Chief Executive Officer to build on the excellent work of those years and provide leadership and strategic oversight to this £5 million turnover charity. Key responsibilities: Strategic Leadership Lead the delivery of Stonepillow's strategy, ensuring alignment with the charity's vision and values. Drive innovation in homelessness prevention, relief, recovery, resettlement, and restoration services. Monitor external trends, policy changes and funding opportunities to inform strategic decisions. Whilst acting as the principal advisor to the Board of Trustees, you will provide timely and accurate information for effective decision-making, oversee financial sustainability, including budget setting, monitoring and reporting, provide clear direction and support to the senior leadership team (SLT) and foster a culture of accountability and collaboration. In addition, you will be responsible for compliance with CQC, Ofsted, social housing regulations, fundraising regulations, Charity Commission and Companies House regulatory frameworks. Who we are looking for We are looking for a visionary leader with the ability to inspire and motivate teams. You will have a high level of integrity, resilience and emotional intelligence with the ability to manage competing priorities and make sound decisions under pressure. You'll also have a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Ideally, you will have evidence of successfully running services regulated by CQC, OFSTED and Social Housing standards and the ability to ensure compliance with multiple regulatory frameworks and quality assurance standards. Please click 'Apply on website' to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the job description and register your interest to apply. Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Tuesday 3rd February.
Jan 15, 2026
Full time
Help us combat homelessness! Provide visionary leadership and operational oversight for Stonepillow and help create lasting change in our community. Applications close at 9 a.m. Monday 16th February 2026 Who we are Founded in 1989, Stonepillow is a homeless charity for the Chichester and Arun Districts. We support and empower homeless and vulnerable individuals to achieve sustainable independence. Through a range of services, including hostel accommodation, day centres and community outreach programmes, we are committed to addressing homelessness and related challenges across the region. About the role We are looking for a Chief Executive Officer to build on the excellent work of those years and provide leadership and strategic oversight to this £5 million turnover charity. Key responsibilities: Strategic Leadership Lead the delivery of Stonepillow's strategy, ensuring alignment with the charity's vision and values. Drive innovation in homelessness prevention, relief, recovery, resettlement, and restoration services. Monitor external trends, policy changes and funding opportunities to inform strategic decisions. Whilst acting as the principal advisor to the Board of Trustees, you will provide timely and accurate information for effective decision-making, oversee financial sustainability, including budget setting, monitoring and reporting, provide clear direction and support to the senior leadership team (SLT) and foster a culture of accountability and collaboration. In addition, you will be responsible for compliance with CQC, Ofsted, social housing regulations, fundraising regulations, Charity Commission and Companies House regulatory frameworks. Who we are looking for We are looking for a visionary leader with the ability to inspire and motivate teams. You will have a high level of integrity, resilience and emotional intelligence with the ability to manage competing priorities and make sound decisions under pressure. You'll also have a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Ideally, you will have evidence of successfully running services regulated by CQC, OFSTED and Social Housing standards and the ability to ensure compliance with multiple regulatory frameworks and quality assurance standards. Please click 'Apply on website' to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the job description and register your interest to apply. Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Tuesday 3rd February.
Blue Octopus Recruitment Ltd
Welwyn, Hertfordshire
Permanent - Full Time 40 hours per week. We are looking for a motivated Project Co-Ordinator to join our London team. About the Role As our Project Co-Ordinator you will serve as the admin support and coordination for all decarbonisation schemes within the decarbonisation division. Working closely with our operational team, particularly our Resident Liaison Officers, we're looking for those who can support with the volume of bookings across contracts ahead of works being delivered. About You Ideally you will have experience in a similar project administration role however most important is to be confident in Microsoft packages and have an admin background, with excellent telephone manner and customer service skills. It would also be advantageous to have experience within a social housing environment but not essential. Experience of EasyBOP and SHDF is desirable but not essential to the role. Benefits Profit Share Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme 26 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays Enhanced Pension Plan Private Health Insurance or Westfield Healthcare Cash Plan (24hr GP, dental, optical, physio and more) Life Assurance & Accident Cover Share Save Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay Work Perks Discounts & Vouchers Buy & Sell Holiday Schemes Flexible Working & Flexible Bank Holidays Cycle to Work Volunteering (2 days paid) Learning & Development Opportunities Extensive Wellbeing Support, including EAP Loyalty & Values Awards Funded Professional Subscription About Us We provide integrated asset management for housing associations and local authorities, focusing on improving the living conditions of residents and leaving a lasting legacy in the communities we serve. Our services include, responsive repairs, void refurbishments, compliancy services and planned maintenance works. With over 1000 employees, we focus on a culture which puts people at the core of everything we do, encourages innovative thinking and always puts our customer first. Build your career with a leading property services company, where we recognise that diversity of thought and talented people are key to our success. We are proud to support the resettlement of armed forces personnel We shortlist and interview for our roles throughout the duration of the advert. Therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We reserve the right to close any of our adverts prior to the stated closing date should we have a high volume of appropriate candidates. Please refer to full job description upon completing your application.
Jan 13, 2026
Full time
Permanent - Full Time 40 hours per week. We are looking for a motivated Project Co-Ordinator to join our London team. About the Role As our Project Co-Ordinator you will serve as the admin support and coordination for all decarbonisation schemes within the decarbonisation division. Working closely with our operational team, particularly our Resident Liaison Officers, we're looking for those who can support with the volume of bookings across contracts ahead of works being delivered. About You Ideally you will have experience in a similar project administration role however most important is to be confident in Microsoft packages and have an admin background, with excellent telephone manner and customer service skills. It would also be advantageous to have experience within a social housing environment but not essential. Experience of EasyBOP and SHDF is desirable but not essential to the role. Benefits Profit Share Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme 26 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays Enhanced Pension Plan Private Health Insurance or Westfield Healthcare Cash Plan (24hr GP, dental, optical, physio and more) Life Assurance & Accident Cover Share Save Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay Work Perks Discounts & Vouchers Buy & Sell Holiday Schemes Flexible Working & Flexible Bank Holidays Cycle to Work Volunteering (2 days paid) Learning & Development Opportunities Extensive Wellbeing Support, including EAP Loyalty & Values Awards Funded Professional Subscription About Us We provide integrated asset management for housing associations and local authorities, focusing on improving the living conditions of residents and leaving a lasting legacy in the communities we serve. Our services include, responsive repairs, void refurbishments, compliancy services and planned maintenance works. With over 1000 employees, we focus on a culture which puts people at the core of everything we do, encourages innovative thinking and always puts our customer first. Build your career with a leading property services company, where we recognise that diversity of thought and talented people are key to our success. We are proud to support the resettlement of armed forces personnel We shortlist and interview for our roles throughout the duration of the advert. Therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We reserve the right to close any of our adverts prior to the stated closing date should we have a high volume of appropriate candidates. Please refer to full job description upon completing your application.
A Move On & Resettlement Officer is needed to support households living in temporary accommodation to move into longer-term, sustainable housing, primarily within the Private Rented Sector. The role involves working with households to overcome barriers, secure suitable accommodation, and promote independence, financial stability, and positive resettlement outcomes. Key Responsibilities Support households in temporary accommodation to access and sustain longer-term housing. Identify housing options, overcome barriers, and advise on tenancy readiness and affordability. Acquire and negotiate properties with landlords, letting agents, and accommodation providers. Work with internal teams and external partners to discharge homelessness duties in line with legislation. Support access to employment, training, and skills development. Assist families and children with education, safeguarding, and smooth resettlement. Manage a caseload, develop move-on plans, and maintain accurate records. Person Specification Essential: Experience supporting vulnerable households and providing housing or resettlement support. Knowledge of homelessness and housing legislation, temporary accommodation, and safeguarding. Strong communication, engagement, and negotiation skills. Ability to manage a varied caseload with empathy, resilience, and solution-focused approach. If you have the relevent Skills then please apply today!
Jan 12, 2026
Seasonal
A Move On & Resettlement Officer is needed to support households living in temporary accommodation to move into longer-term, sustainable housing, primarily within the Private Rented Sector. The role involves working with households to overcome barriers, secure suitable accommodation, and promote independence, financial stability, and positive resettlement outcomes. Key Responsibilities Support households in temporary accommodation to access and sustain longer-term housing. Identify housing options, overcome barriers, and advise on tenancy readiness and affordability. Acquire and negotiate properties with landlords, letting agents, and accommodation providers. Work with internal teams and external partners to discharge homelessness duties in line with legislation. Support access to employment, training, and skills development. Assist families and children with education, safeguarding, and smooth resettlement. Manage a caseload, develop move-on plans, and maintain accurate records. Person Specification Essential: Experience supporting vulnerable households and providing housing or resettlement support. Knowledge of homelessness and housing legislation, temporary accommodation, and safeguarding. Strong communication, engagement, and negotiation skills. Ability to manage a varied caseload with empathy, resilience, and solution-focused approach. If you have the relevent Skills then please apply today!
We're recruiting a proactive and compassionate Accommodation Solutions Officer to join a busy local authority housing service in London. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference by supporting vulnerable individuals and families in temporary accommodation to move towards long-term, stable housing solutions. You'll be part of a dedicated Temporary Accommodation and Resettlement Team, providing high-quality advice, ensuring accommodation suitability, resolving tenancy issues, and working with partners to deliver effective move-on options into private rented, social housing, or intermediate rent. The Role Place households into suitable temporary accommodation in line with policy, legal requirements, and the Homelessness Reduction Act. Conduct suitability assessments, tenancy audits, and property inspections to ensure compliance and safety. Support households to make informed choices, bid effectively for available housing, and access move-on options. Respond promptly to accommodation complaints, tenancy breaches, and enforcement issues, escalating where appropriate. Collaborate with Procurement, Legal, Social Services, and external accommodation providers to manage placements and resolve complex cases. Prepare documentation and reports for legal proceedings, reviews, and internal panels. Monitor high-cost emergency accommodation placements and identify suitable, cost-effective move-on opportunities. Liaise with support services to provide wraparound care and make appropriate referrals for residents with additional needs. Manage inboxes, telephone enquiries, and correspondence from residents, elected members, MPs, and external advocates. Support service improvement by contributing to housing policy development, case reviews, and performance reporting. Key Requirements Proven experience in housing, homelessness prevention, or temporary accommodation services. Strong understanding of homelessness legislation, housing pathways, and tenancy management. Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage confidently with residents, landlords, and partners. Experience managing sensitive and complex cases with professionalism and empathy. Good IT skills and experience using housing management systems (e.g., Northgate, NEC, or similar). Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities effectively. Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and organisational skills. A collaborative, resident-focused approach with a commitment to service excellence. What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from housing professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
Jan 11, 2026
Contractor
We're recruiting a proactive and compassionate Accommodation Solutions Officer to join a busy local authority housing service in London. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference by supporting vulnerable individuals and families in temporary accommodation to move towards long-term, stable housing solutions. You'll be part of a dedicated Temporary Accommodation and Resettlement Team, providing high-quality advice, ensuring accommodation suitability, resolving tenancy issues, and working with partners to deliver effective move-on options into private rented, social housing, or intermediate rent. The Role Place households into suitable temporary accommodation in line with policy, legal requirements, and the Homelessness Reduction Act. Conduct suitability assessments, tenancy audits, and property inspections to ensure compliance and safety. Support households to make informed choices, bid effectively for available housing, and access move-on options. Respond promptly to accommodation complaints, tenancy breaches, and enforcement issues, escalating where appropriate. Collaborate with Procurement, Legal, Social Services, and external accommodation providers to manage placements and resolve complex cases. Prepare documentation and reports for legal proceedings, reviews, and internal panels. Monitor high-cost emergency accommodation placements and identify suitable, cost-effective move-on opportunities. Liaise with support services to provide wraparound care and make appropriate referrals for residents with additional needs. Manage inboxes, telephone enquiries, and correspondence from residents, elected members, MPs, and external advocates. Support service improvement by contributing to housing policy development, case reviews, and performance reporting. Key Requirements Proven experience in housing, homelessness prevention, or temporary accommodation services. Strong understanding of homelessness legislation, housing pathways, and tenancy management. Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage confidently with residents, landlords, and partners. Experience managing sensitive and complex cases with professionalism and empathy. Good IT skills and experience using housing management systems (e.g., Northgate, NEC, or similar). Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities effectively. Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and organisational skills. A collaborative, resident-focused approach with a commitment to service excellence. What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from housing professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
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.
Jan 09, 2026
Seasonal
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.
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
Jan 06, 2026
Full time
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
Oscar Underhill Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Whitchurch, Hampshire
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
Jan 05, 2026
Contractor
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