_{23rd July, 2026}

Housing and Recovery Worker
  
LOCATION:             Canterbury
DURATION:              Temporary until end October, with scope for extension
SALARY:                   £13.85 + Holiday pay
HOURS:                    22.5 per week
START DATE:          ASAP
  
About the role:
Embark on a meaningful opportunity with a leading Housing Association as a Support Worker within supported living accommodation for vulnerable individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.

In this role, you will support individuals to improve their wellbeing, build connections within their local communities, and develop the skills needed to successfully manage their homes and maintain independent living.
  

• Case load management of 18+ service uses with mixed levels of support needs across two supported accommodations.

  

• Liaise with housing agencies to ensure that appropriate referrals are made, including the Local Authority Housing Register and to support clients through homelessness applications with the local authority.

  

• To support clients with housing related support which may include budgeting, debt management, education, employment, independent living skills, setting up home, neighbour complaints, health and safety, accessing welfare and housing benefits, mental health and substance misuse and referring to more specialised agencies where appropriate.

  

• Planning regular key working sessions and tailoring personalized support plans for clients.

  

• Assess and engage with rough sleepers throughout the community.

  

• To inspect the prospective move-on options with clients and landlords, ensuring that properties meet the Decent Homes standard.

  
Essential requirements:
  

• Must have an enhanced DBS on the update service.
• Essential: Full driving license, current Enhanced DBS

  
  
Alternatively, I you know anyone who works within the sector and is experienced within providing support to vulnerable clients / homeless pathways – and is looking for a new opportunity within the sector, then pass over my contact details and get them to send their CV to my email address.
  
For more information on this role please contact Cali Webb on 0117 923 9100.

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