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Housing Support WorkerBristolTemporary Accommodation12 Week Contract35 Hours£17.45 LTD / £14.88 PAYE (inc hol)We have an exciting opportunity for a Housing Support Worker in Bristol, working on a fast-paced contract to help individuals secure stable accommodation and move forward with their lives.THE ROLEAs a Housing Support Worker, you will support individuals in temporary accommodation, helping them develop independent living skills and transition into permanent housing.
- Manage a caseload of 10-12 residents across 3-4 properties
- Provide holistic, short-term support tailored to individual needs
- Conduct regular property inspections, ensuring maintenance issues are reported and resolved
- Work closely with external agencies including probation, police, social services, and local authorities
- Ensure clients understand their tenancy responsibilities and help maximise their housing benefits
- Develop and implement risk management and safeguarding plans, updating them as necessary
- Maintain accurate records, evidencing service user progress and engagement
THE CANDIDATEThe ideal candidate will have previous experience supporting vulnerable adults with complex needs, particularly within the housing or criminal justice sectors.
- Experience in a housing-related support role or working with individuals facing homelessness, substance misuse, or mental health challenges
- Knowledge of support planning and safeguarding best practices
- Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively
- Strong partnership working skills, liaising with multiple agencies
- Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills to ensure accurate documentation
THE CONTRACT
- 35 Hours - Monday to Friday, shifts on a rota basis
- Early shifts: 8am - 4pm
- Late shifts: 2pm - 10pm
- Occasional Saturday working, with a Monday off in lieu
- 12-week contract
- £17.45 per hour LTD / £14.88 per hour PAYE (inclusive of holiday pay)
HOW TO APPLYTo apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to or call 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!
