Supported Housing Officer

5 days ago


Islington, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Central is currently recruiting for a Supported Housing Officer, to work in the Islington area. The service is an all-female hostel providing 60 supported bed spaces and 33 short-term accommodation bed spaces. Support and advice is provided to clients to enable them to prepare for independent living.

The successful candidate will be required to work 35 hours per week, Monday - Sunday covering early (8AM - 4PM) and late (12PM - 8PM) shifts. You'll work one week of early shifts followed by one week of late shifts on a rolling basis. There is a requirement to work 1 weekend in every 5 - 6 weeks. Temporary cover is required for approximately 2 - 4 months. The pay rate for this role is £14.69 per hour, with £2.14 holiday pay, totalling £16.83 per hour.

In this position, you will be expected to;

* Hold a caseload of 8 - 10 key clients and conduct regular key working sessions, working with clients to produce outcome focused support plans

* Complete comprehensive risk and needs assessments

* Interview clients referred to the service and make an assessment on their suitability for acceptance to the hostel

* Induct new clients in line with scheme policy

* Provide advice to clients on welfare benefits, housing, training and employment opportunities and other issues as necessary

* ssist clients in making claims for welfare benefits, to be responsible for the collection of Housing Benefit and weekly service charges and to deal promptly with rent arrears and any other breaches of the licence agreement

* Undertake housing management tasks including reception duties, taking rent and ensuring a clean and safe physical environment

* Liaise with external agencies as appropriate to ensure the ongoing support needs of clients

* Work as part of a team and Health and Safety Guidelines to ensure the safety of clients and staff

* Maintain accurate records including client files and data on admissions and departures from the service

To apply for this role, you must have;

* Experience of working in supported housing

* Knowledge and understanding of the complex needs and support requirements of vulnerable clients including those with mental health and/or substance dependencies issues

* Experience of assisting vulnerable people to identify personal goals through proactive and outcome focused support planning

* Experience holding a caseload and completing needs and risk assessments and experience in identification and assessment of risk

* Experience in dealing positively and innovatively with clients exhibiting challenging behaviour

* Experience of maximising income through dealing with Housing Benefit and welfare benefits

* Knowledge of current housing legislation, welfare benefits legislation and other matters relevant to the successful support of clients

* Knowledge and understanding of good practice in housing management

* IT Skills including the following; data input and administrative skills, use of databases, use of Outlook & Microsoft Office

Candidates must confirm their interest as soon as possible, with interviews scheduled shortly after and the appointed candidate expected to start as soon as possible

Further requirements:

In order to register with Central Recruitment Services for temporary agency work, candidates must meet the following criteria:

* Current valid right to work in the UK

* Minimum 12 months’ of paid experience in a front line social care role within the last 3 years* (unless recruitment criteria states otherwise)

* A fully enhanced DBS either registered on the DBS update service or issued within the last 12 months, or willingness to apply for one through Central (at a cost of £60)

* Employment or education history to cover the last 5 years which can be verified through the referencing process

How to apply:

If you feel that you fully meet the above outlined criteria for this role and would like apply for this post, please forward your CV for consideration.

*Please note the outlined experience is the 'minimum' first stage criteria, and we will therefore be unable to consider your application unless you are able to demonstrate a relevant work history in line with this position



  • Islington, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Central is currently recruiting for a Supported Housing Officer, to work in the Islington area. The service is an all-female hostel providing 60 supported bed spaces and 33 short-term accommodation bed spaces. Support and advice is provided to clients to enable them to prepare for independent living. The successful candidate will be required to work 35...


  • Islington, United Kingdom Venn Group Full time

    Housing Management Officer Ref: 81558 A highly reputable charity based in London are currently recruiting for a Housing Management Officer to join their team on a temp/fixed term basis. This role will focus on carrying a full housing management service to vulnerable clients in supported housing. Length of contract: 6 months temporary or FTC Hours: 37.5...


  • Islington, United Kingdom Critical Project Resourcing Full time

    **Housing Solutions Officer** - Ref: _VR/42058 JL - Experience providing housing options advice - Knowledge of issues relating to homelessness and welfare reforms - Experience dealing with landlords under the Protection of Eviction Act - Extensive knowledge of the Housing Act 1996 and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 Roles and responsibilities of this...

  • Complaints Officer

    8 hours ago


    Islington, United Kingdom Daniel Owen- UK Full time

    Contract Type: - Temporary- Location: - Islington- Industry: - Property Services- Salary: - £16 - £17.50 per hour- Start Date: - ASAP- Duration: - Temp to Perm- REF: - SR- I569_1682435377- Contact Name: - Sophie Rowley- Job Published: - about 2 hours ago**Complaints Officer Role - Housing / Repairs** **North London** **Temp to Perm Role** Leading Social...


  • Islington, United Kingdom kane recruitment Full time

    *ACTUAL RATE £22 PAYE* Extensive experience with housing options and advice - specifically with homelessness and welfare reforms. Have dealt with landlords - under the Protection of Eviction Act - Computer literate ( Very good with excel and familiar with database ) Knowledge of relevant homeless legislation relating to homelessness and housing needs,...


  • Islington, United Kingdom THE HEARTFELT COMPANY LTD. Full time

    Extensive experience with housing options and advice - specifically with homelessness and welfare reforms. Have dealt with landlords - under the Protection of Eviction Act - Computer literate ( Very good with excel and familiar with database ) Knowledge of relevant homeless legislation relating to homelessness and housing needs, with particular reference...


  • Islington, United Kingdom Fox Morris Group Full time

    Are you an **Housing Solutions Officer **looking for a new opportunity? I am working with **Haringey Council.** **Rate - £22 per hour** **Essentials.** - Extensive experience with housing options and advice - specifically with homelessness and welfare reforms. - Have dealt with landlords. - Under the Protection of Eviction Act - Knowledge of relevant...


  • Islington, United Kingdom CRA GROUP LIMITED Full time

    23 months contract with a Local Authority Job Summary: Providing holistic and personcentred housing management services across the borough. Universal Housing Services Officers will be providing holistic and personcentred housing management services across the borough. This will include: Receiving a wide range of...


  • Islington, United Kingdom CPR Full time

    We are excited to offer the position of Housing Estate Maintenance Officer with Critical Project Resourcing. As an Estate Maintenance Officer, you will be responsible for assisting with estate inspections, tenancy viewings and sign-ups, and addressing issues such as domestic violence and ASB in West London.To be successful in this role, you will need to have...


  • Islington, United Kingdom Look Ahead Care Support and Housing Full time

    We are looking for a Housing Maintenance Associate to join our team in London, Hertfordshire, or Kent. As a Housing Support Worker, you will be responsible for reporting, ordering, and inspecting day-to-day repairs and estate maintenance. You will also monitor the performance of Look Ahead contractors and ensure that fire and other equipment is regularly...


  • Islington, United Kingdom Look Ahead Care Support and Housing Full time

    About the Job:We are recruiting a Compliance Officer to work in our Property Services Team at Look Ahead Care Support and Housing. This role involves supporting the compliance team with administrative tasks related to compliance activities in our properties.Responsibilities:First point of contact for all areas of complianceEnsure all compliance is completed...

  • Project Officer

    7 months ago


    Islington, United Kingdom Deekay Technical Full time

    Providing high quality project support functions to the property services programme team and when required to other parts of the repairs service, as agreed by the Property Services Programme Manager. - Assist the Property Services Programme Manager with the creation and maintenance of databases, records and files related to his/her role as Housing Property...

  • Front of House

    7 months ago


    Islington, United Kingdom Nuffield Health Full time

    HEAD OFFICE Front of House Front of House Team Member Nuffield Health Islington FWC | Front of House | Permanent contract | Part time £23,670.40 pro rata 32 hours per week Making a great first impression is really important. That’s why we need the right person to join us and help greet our members and visitors to the club. What matters is that you have...


  • Islington, United Kingdom Look Ahead Care Support and Housing Full time

    Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable adults with Learning Disabilities?We're seeking an experienced professional to fill the role of Move On Coordinator at our Islington Mental Health Pathway service.The successful candidate will have relevant sector work experience and experience of supporting vulnerable adults with Learning Disabilities.Key...

  • Front of House

    7 months ago


    Islington, United Kingdom Nuffield Health Full time

    HEAD OFFICE Front of House Front of House Team Member Islington Fitness and Wellbeing Gym | Permanent | Part time 16 Hours per week | £23,670.40 per annum, pro rata Making a great first impression is really important. That’s why we need the right person to join us and help greet our members and visitors to the club. What matters is that you have both...

  • Front of House

    6 hours ago


    Islington, United Kingdom Nuffield Health Full time

    HEAD OFFICE Front of House Islington Fitness and Wellbeing Gym | Front of House | Permanent | Part time £20,883.20 per annum, pro rata 8 hours per week Making a great first impression is really important. That’s why we need the right person to join us and help greet our members and visitors to the club. What matters is that you have both the confidence...

  • Housing Administrator

    22 hours ago


    Islington, United Kingdom Reed Business Support Full time

    My client, a national Housing provider, are currently recruiting a dedicated and organised Regional Housing Administrator to join the Housing operations team based at both our Bow and Islington offices. What you’ll be doing: You’ll be responsible for delivering a highly customer-focused, effective and efficient regional administration service to our...


  • Islington, United Kingdom CPR Full time

    About the RoleWe are looking for a skilled Homeless Support Liaison Officer to join our team in London. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing support to homeless residents, ensuring assessments are completed, and making decisions based on collected information.The ideal candidate will have previous experience of working within a...


  • Islington, United Kingdom Look Ahead Care Support and Housing Full time

    We are seeking a Residential Support Worker to join our team in London, Hertfordshire, or Kent. As a Housing Support Worker, you will be responsible for providing housing-related support across learning disability services. This includes ensuring compliance with housing, health and safety, fire safety, and care regulations.Main duties include ensuring that...

  • Care Administrator

    6 months ago


    Islington, United Kingdom Housing 21 Full time

    Salary - **£26,593 per annum** - Location - **Islington, Mildmays** - This is a _permanent_, _full time_ vacancy_ that will close _in 11 days_ at 23:59 BST_. _ **The vacancy** **Hours: 35 hours per week** Are you passionate about making a positive difference and providing high quality services? Do you really care about people? Want great benefits,...