Housing support worker

Description

Job Type:Housing Support Worker

Location: Southend (covering Southend and Essex as required)

Job Type: Temporary to Permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday – Shifts 8am–4pm and 2pm–10pm (occasional Saturday with a day off during the week)

Hourly Rate: GBP14.61

Start Date: Immediate / Urgent Start

DBS Required: Yes – Enhanced with POVA

About the Role:

We are seeking a reliable and compassionate Housing Support Worker to join our team, covering a caseload of supported accommodation properties across Southend and Essex. This role combines property upkeep with hands–on housing support ensuring that residents receive the practical and emotional assistance they need while maintaining a safe and compliant environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct fire safety checks and monthly property inspections, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Provide housing–related support to residents, helping them maintain their tenancies and develop independent living skills. Support residents in accessing external services, benefits, and community resources. Carry out light cleaning, maintenance, and general property upkeep. Record and report incidents, safeguarding concerns, and maintenance issues promptly. Promote a positive, respectful, and safe living environment. Work collaboratively with other team members and external agencies. Travel between sites across Southend and Essex as required. Participate in a shift rota (8am–4pm / 2pm–10pm) with occasional Saturdays. Requirements:

Enhanced DBS with POVA (required before start). Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential). Previous experience working in supported housing, social care, or housing management roles. Strong understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional boundaries. Knowledge of housing legislation, tenancy sustainment, and support planning. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and record–keeping skills. Ability to manage a varied caseload and work independently across multiple sites. Flexible, proactive, and empathetic approach to working with vulnerable individuals. Benefits:

Competitive hourly rate. Mileage allowance. Opportunity for temp–to–perm progression. Supportive management team and opportunities for professional development.

Ad ID: 5417332768