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Housing Support Worker Luton, Watford & Bedford

Service Care Solutions - Housing
Posted a day ago, valid for a month
Location

Luton, Bedfordshire LU2 7JT

Salary

£16.58 - £14.13 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The National Charity is seeking a Housing Support Worker for a 3-month contract in Luton, Watford, and Bedford, offering 35 hours of work per week.
  • The role involves providing housing-related support and tenancy management to vulnerable individuals aiming for independence.
  • Candidates should have previous experience in a similar role, particularly in supported housing or social care settings.
  • The position pays £16.58 per hour (LTD) or £14.13 per hour (PAYE, including holiday pay).
  • Strong record-keeping and relationship-building skills with external agencies are essential for success in this role.
Housing Support WorkerLuton / Watford / BedfordSupported Housing3 Months35 hours£16.58 LTD / £14.13 PAYE (inc hol)Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable individuals to achieve independence? A National Charity is seeking a Housing Support Worker to assist service users in Luton, Watford, and Bedford, providing housing-related support and tenancy management.THE ROLE As a Housing Support Worker, you will support male and female tenants in supported housing, ensuring they receive the guidance and resources needed for independent living. Key responsibilities include:
  • Engaging with referral agencies and third-sector organizations to generate service referrals.
  • Conducting initial assessments of service users, identifying needs, risks, and suitability for the service.
  • Developing and delivering person-centred support plans to empower service users and help them achieve their goals.
  • Conducting weekly support sessions (minimum of two hours per service user) and maintaining accurate records.
  • Managing housing and tenancy-related duties, including rent account monitoring, property visits, and reporting repairs.
  • Supporting service users in maintaining their accommodation to Decent Homes Standards.
  • Collaborating with Probation Services and external agencies to ensure a joined-up approach to support.
THE CANDIDATE The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role, supporting vulnerable individuals in supported housing or social care settings. You will also have:
  • Experience in housing management, including rent monitoring and tenancy sustainment.
  • Strong record-keeping and database management skills for tracking service user progress.
  • Knowledge of housing-related support needs, including move-on planning.
  • Experience addressing anti-social behaviour and ensuring service user compliance with tenancy agreements.
  • The ability to build strong relationships with external agencies, including Probation Services.
THE CONTRACT
  • 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM
  • 3-month contract, with potential for a temp-to-perm opportunity
  • £16.58 per hour (LTD) / £14.13 per hour (PAYE, inclusive of holiday pay)
HOW TO APPLY To apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to .uk 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!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.