Explore and Apply for Residential Support Worker jobs in Co Antrim, United Kingdom

Are you passionate about social justice and housing? Do you have a background in the Social Housing sector as a Housing Officer? If so, we have an opportunity for you! We are currently supporting Nacro with their recruitment for a Housing Support worker in the Workington (Cumbria) or Carlisle area.

We are seeking a Housing Support Worker to join the Nacro team in the Workington, Cumbria or Carlisle area on a temp to perm basis. The main focus of this role is to provide support to Residents by creating person centred support plans. You will meet with Residents, discuss support needs and how you can support them to meet their objectives; complete Support and Safety Plans, work with Community Probation Practitioners and Court Staff to best support our Residents. You will also need to be able to help Residents with applying for Housing Benefits and paying rent etc.

To ensure our properties are meeting expected standards in terms of repair and cleanliness you will need a sharp attention to detail to ensure that the houses are clean, tidy and all repairs are reported and actioned.

You will be allocated a number of properties to manage, working as part of a larger team to deliver the service across your region.
To achieve this, you will need to have access to your own vehicle and have business insurance.

Due to the nature of this role, candidates with experience within social housing and knowledge of Support Planning and welfare benefits/universal credit, will have an advantage in terms of transferrable skills.
The role is subject to Enhanced Adult DBS and a HMPPS Barring checks. If you already have this level of DBS on the update service, please let us know upon registration.

As mentioned above, this is a temp to perm role so this is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door and start your career with Nacro! You will also receive weekly pay at a rate of £16.37 per hour, inclusive of holiday pay.