Support Worker - Service Care Solutions - Housing : Job Details

Support WorkerLancashireSocial Justice Charity3 Month (Possibility for Extension)35 hours (paid), 5 hours lunch (unpaid) Mon - Fri 0800-2200, Saturdays expected as and whenSome Hybrid/Home WorkingEnhanced DBS (Adult) , Driving & Own Vehicle Essential - Mileage from nearest office

We are recruiting a Support Worker for a respected Social Justice Charity in Lancashire. This role involves providing housing-related support to vulnerable individuals (Ex Offenders), helping them achieve independence and secure long-term accommodation.

THE ROLEAs a Support Worker, you will deliver tailored support plans and manage housing services for service users to ensure positive outcomes and successful transitions. Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing support plans to meet service user needs.
• Engaging with referral agencies to generate service referrals.
• Supporting service users with practical tasks and life skills development.
• Ensuring properties are adequately maintained and re-let promptly.
• Maximising rent collection and managing welfare benefit claims.
• Collaborating with multi-agency partners to ensure holistic service delivery.
• Adhering to safeguarding and data protection protocols.

THE CANDIDATEThe ideal candidate will have prior experience in a similar support role, working with vulnerable individuals in housing settings. You should demonstrate:

• Experience managing housing-related support and tenancies.
• Strong communication and engagement skills with service users.
• Knowledge of welfare benefits and tenancy management.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with external agencies.
• Competency in maintaining accurate records and reporting outcomes.

THE CONTRACT

• 35 hours (paid), 5 hours lunch (unpaid) Mon - Fri 0800-2200, Saturdays expected as and when.
• 3 Month Contract (Likely to Extend).

HOW TO APPLYTo apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to or call to discuss the role in more detail!If the role is more suited to someone you know, we offer a £250 referral bonus for every successfully referred candidate!