Housing Support Worker - Sunderland and Newcastle
JOB_52872394648501Job type
TemporaryLocation
SunderlandWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Social HousingIndustry
Property & Real EstatePay
15.38
Housing Support Officer - NACRO - Sunderland and Newcastle
Your new company
We are recruiting for a well-known organisation who specialises in the rehabilitation of people who do not have suitable accommodation for the term of their licence or bail order. Their services cover a range of vulnerable people including the homeless, young people, prison leavers and women.
Your new role
We are seeking an experienced housing officer to join their Housing Support team based in the Sunderland and Newcastle area. You will be covering both areas, with the chance of covering local areas depending on business needs, because of this, you will need to have a Full UK Driving licence with business insurance.
Your main duties as a Housing Support Worker are to help service users with applying for Housing Benefits and assist them with paying rent by creating support plans.
All of their properties require to meet the Decent Homes Standard. This requires that all properties and supported living areas are clean, tidy and all repairs need to be reported and actioned.
All of their properties require to meet the Decent Homes Standard. This requires that all properties and supported living areas are clean, tidy and all repairs need to be reported and actioned.
Working hours are 8 hours per day, shift patterns and flexibility will be discussed during the interview.
What you'll need to succeed
Due to the nature of this role, in order to succeed you will need a background within social housing and knowledge regarding benefits/universal credit.
You will need to be able to demonstrate resilience, emotional intelligence, teamwork and prioritisation skills. This role requires a strong level of administration skills and the ability to manage your own casework effectively.
This role requires drivers who have access to their own vehicle with business insurance.
What you'll get in return
This role is a long-term temporary position with the opportunity to apply for permanent roles in the future. You will also receive weekly pay at a rate of £15.38 per hour, inclusive of holiday pay.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
For more detailed information, or to view other vacancies with this organisation, please visit our dedicated recruitment website https://webmicrosites.hays.co.uk/web/nacro
Housing Support Worker - Sunderland and NewcastleJOB_528723946485012025-01-172025-04-17
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