Contract: Full-Time
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm
Salary: £13.70 per hour
Requirements: Full UK driving licence, access to a vehicle, and business insurance (essential)
About the Role
We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Housing Support Worker to join our team, supporting individuals living in supported accommodation and community-based settings across Chorley and surrounding areas.
You will play a key role in helping people develop the skills, confidence and independence needed to sustain their tenancy and successfully move towards independent living.
This is a community-based role, and travel between services and accommodation sites is required, so a full UK driving licence, access to a vehicle and business insurance are essential.
Key Responsibilities
Supporting Independence
* Provide person-centred support to individuals in supported accommodation and community settings
* Complete needs, strengths and risk assessments
* Deliver regular key working sessions and one-to-one support
* Develop, implement and review personalised support plans
* Support individuals to build independent living skills (budgeting, cooking, cleaning, tenancy management, etc.)
* Encourage engagement in education, training, employment and community activities
* Support wellbeing, confidence and positive routines
* Assist individuals in accessing health services and external support agencies
Housing & Tenancy Support
* Support individuals to understand and maintain their tenancy/licence agreements
* Promote timely payment of rent and service charges where applicable
* Carry out property visits and wellbeing checks across multiple sites
* Report repairs, maintenance and health & safety issues
* Support positive behaviour and tenancy sustainment
* Assist with move-on accommodation and resettlement planning
Safeguarding & Risk
* Promote the safety, wellbeing and independence of all individuals
* Follow safeguarding, lone working and risk management procedures
* Respond appropriately to incidents and concerns
* Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality at all times
Partnership Working & Administration
* Work collaboratively with housing providers, local authorities, health services and other professionals
* Attend meetings and contribute to multi-agency support planning
* Maintain accurate and timely case notes and records
* Complete required reports, assessments and monitoring documentation
What We’re Looking For
Essential
* Full UK driving licence
* Access to a vehicle and business insurance
* Ability to travel between Chorley and surrounding sites
* Strong communication and organisational skills
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries
Salary description
£13.70 - £13.70 per hour