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Older Person Support Officer

Older Person Support Officer

Service Care Solutions - Housing

Posted a day ago, valid for 15 days

Crawley, West Sussex RH10 7GY, England

£17.47 per hour

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The Older Peoples' Support Officer position in Crawley offers a 2-month contract with a 37-hour workweek, focusing on supporting elderly tenants in sheltered housing schemes.
The role requires previous experience in a similar position, particularly in sheltered housing or with older or vulnerable adults.
Key responsibilities include conducting welfare checks, responding to emergencies, managing communal areas, and assisting with tenancy management.
The pay is £17.47 per hour on a LTD basis or £14.89 per hour PAYE, inclusive of holiday pay.
Candidates must have an enhanced DBS, a full UK driving license, and access to a vehicle.

Older Peoples' Support OfficerCrawleySupported Housing2 Month Contract37 Hours£17.47 LTD / £14.89 PAYE (inc hol)Join a dedicated team supporting older people in Crawley’s sheltered housing schemes—helping to promote independence, safety, and wellbeing in the community.THE ROLEWe are looking for an experienced Older Peoples' Support Officer to work within Crawley Borough Council’s Sheltered Housing service, ensuring the well-being of elderly tenants and maintaining safe, supportive living environments.

Carry out regular welfare checks through visits and calls to tenants
Respond to emergency alarms and incidents, providing immediate support
Liaise with external agencies to organise care packages and support networks
Manage and supervise communal areas within the schemes
Assist with tenancy management, including pre-tenancy assessments and viewings
Maintain accurate and secure records of tenant support and safeguarding concerns
Participate in an emergency out-of-hours callout rota

THE CANDIDATEThe ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role, particularly within sheltered housing or working with older or vulnerable adults.

Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and WSCC protocols
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and manage a caseload
Knowledge of housing and welfare benefits and local referral pathways
Confident IT skills and experience in maintaining support records

THE CONTRACT

37 hours per week, Monday to Friday (8:00am–4:30pm Mon–Thurs, 8:00am–4:00pm Fri)
2-month contract covering a vacant post during permanent recruitment
The pay for the role is £17.47 per hour LTD. The PAYE equivalent is £14.89 per hour, inclusive of holiday pay
Enhanced DBS and full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle required

HOW TO APPLYTo apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to .uk or call on 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!

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