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Housing Support Officer

Service Care Solutions
Posted 9 hours ago, valid for 2 days
Location

Seaford, East Sussex BN25, England

Salary

£14.84 - £17.41 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position of Support Officer is available in Seaford, East Sussex, for a Domestic Violence Service on a 3-month contract.
  • Candidates should have prior experience in housing management or housing-related support services, with a salary of £17.41 per hour LTD or £14.84 per hour PAYE.
  • The role involves delivering tailored support, conducting assessments, and assisting customers with tenancy and housing benefit applications.
  • Ideal candidates will possess knowledge of housing legislation, strong advocacy skills, and proficiency in IT and financial awareness.
  • The position requires 35 hours of work per week, from Monday to Friday, with the possibility of contract extension.

Support Officer
Seaford, East Sussex
Domestic Violence Service
3-Month Contract
35 Hours per Week
17.41 LTD / 14.84 PAYE (inc holiday)

This is an excellent opportunity to join a Domestic Violence Service in Seaford, East Sussex, where you will play a vital role in helping customers achieve positive outcomes and maintain their independence.

THE ROLE
As a Support Officer, you will deliver housing management and tailored support to customers, helping them achieve their goals and maintain tenancies in a safe and supportive environment. Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing and implementing SMART support plans with customers.
  • Conducting needs and risk assessments and creating risk management plans.
  • Supporting customers with tenancy sign-ups and housing benefit applications.
  • Advocating for customers and signposting them to additional services.
  • Engaging customers and stakeholders to influence service delivery.
  • Facilitating resettlement and providing outreach support.
  • Assisting customers with budgeting, welfare benefits, and rent payments.


THE CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a similar role, particularly within housing management or housing-related support services. Additional requirements include:

  • Knowledge of housing, homelessness, and domestic abuse legislation.
  • Experience working in supported accommodation or outreach services.
  • Strong advocacy skills and a commitment to excellent customer service.
  • Financial awareness and IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office.
  • Understanding of welfare benefits and their application processes.


THE CONTRACT

  • Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm.
  • Duration: 3-month contract with potential for extension.
  • Pay: 17.41 per hour LTD / 14.84 per hour PAYE (inclusive of holiday).


HOW TO APPLY
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