We are looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate and motivated individual, to take on an exciting opportunity in the role of Assistant Support Worker. This role is a unique opportunity for those looking to begin a career within homeless services. Housing First provides permanent housing directly to street homeless individuals with ongoing assertive but flexible support, with a strong focus on harm reduction and sustainable tenancy within the community.

The project adheres to the following Housing First principles;

1. People have a right to a home
2. Flexible support is provided for as long as it is needed
3. Housing and support are separated
4. The service is targeted at people who have been able to succeed through other housing options.
5. Individuals have choice and control
6. An active engagement approach is used
7. A harm reduction approach to substance is used
8. The service is delivered in a trauma informed, psychologically informed and gendered informed way that is sensitive to peoples characteristics.
9. The service is based on people’s strengths, goals and aspirations
10. The widest range of service is involved from the onset. Working collaboratively, is key.

Key Responsibilities:

The Housing First Assistant Support Worker, will work with homeless people to gain and sustain permanent accommodation. Support is life-long and provided intensively for as long as is required. The Housing First Assistant Support Worker, will work as part of a small experienced team, empowering clients to achieve improvements in all areas of their wellbeing.

The successful candidate(s) will be able to demonstrate:

• Motivation towards supporting vulnerable clients to achieve focussed and positive life outcomes.
• Good customer service and time management skills with ability to prioritise workload
• Demonstrate values of integrity and accountability within working practice

In order to complete your application please download and read the job profile and Local Role Profile.

(please note that once the job closes these will no longer be available to download)

In the job profile and Local Role Profile  you will find the criteria required for the role please make sure that you address this in your supporting statement.

Appointment subjectect to Satisfactory References, Proof of right to work in the UK and DBS check