Intensive Support Worker
| Posting date: | 18 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £27,269 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 July 2025 |
| Location: | Spalding, Lincolnshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | South Holland District Council |
| Job type: | Contract |
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Summary
We are recruiting for an Intensive Support Worker here at South Holland District Council. The role is fixed term until March 2026.
South Holland District Council is a forward-thinking, entrepreneurial and innovative authority. We continue to strive for excellence and deliver great value for money for our residents while making the most of the huge opportunities for economic growth in our district. You will join a successful team to ensure that the Council both meets and excels in its statutory duties towards homeless applicants and homelessness prevention.
Do you want to help break the cycle of homelessness and empower people to rebuild their lives?
We’re looking for a resilient, compassionate, and proactive Intensive Support Worker to join our frontline team. This is a hands-on, face-to-face role where you’ll work independently to support individuals living in temporary accommodation helping them develop the skills and confidence to move on to independent living.
What You’ll Do:
Provide 1:1 support to individuals in hostels and supported flats, helping them build life skills and prepare for independent living.
Lone work confidently and safely, managing your own caseload and schedule.
Carry out referrals, assessments, and support plans tailored to each person’s needs.
Deliver key work sessions that are strengths-based, person-centred, and solution-focused.
Work closely with the Housing Options and Allocations Team, as well as external partners and services.
Signpost and advocate for clients, connecting them with the right support networks.
Maintain accurate records, produce reports, and contribute to service development.
What We’re Looking For:
Experience in intensive support work whether in the public, private, or voluntary sector.
A passion for making a real difference in people’s lives.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage and motivate individuals with complex needs.
Confidence to work independently, manage a varied caseload, and make informed decisions.
Knowledge of housing legislation and homelessness pathways is a plus.
Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a forward-thinking, supportive team that’s committed to ending repeat homelessness. This is more than a job it’s a chance to be part of someone’s turning point.
This is a great opportunity to be part of a pro-active and forward-thinking team at the forefront of delivering high quality, solutions-focussed assistance to residents in housing need.
BENEFITS: We offer excellent terms and conditions of employment including:
Local Government Pension Scheme, 23.8% employer contribution
Generous annual leave scheme +option to buy more
Employee Assistance Programme
Employee Benefits Platform including retail, holiday, and leisure discounts
Cycle to work scheme*
Flu Jabs
Free Eye Test voucher
Car mileage reimbursement*
Excellent career progression and training opportunities
Long Service Recognition*
*Certain restrictions may apply
ABOUT US: Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council and South Holland District Council have formed the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership. The largest Council Partnership in the country. Since October 2021, the Partnership Councils have been working closely to deliver improved services to the communities in the sub-region and already there have been many positive outcomes.
Over time, it is envisaged that services will become formally shared across the three Councils creating the opportunity for colleagues to be involved in new and innovate areas of work.
If you are interested in having a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Sandra Ferreira, Housing Services Manager on 01775 764828 or sandra.ferreira@sholland.gov.uk.
The Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to ensuring all recruitment processes are non-discriminatory and that no potential or current employee is treated unfairly. Find out more about our Equal opportunities on our website
The Council reserves the right to change the closing date, depending on application numbers. Interviews may be arranged virtually/ in person when suitable candidates apply which may be prior to the closing date. For this role we do require the successful applicant to complete a DBS check as part of the onboarding process.
South Holland District Council is a forward-thinking, entrepreneurial and innovative authority. We continue to strive for excellence and deliver great value for money for our residents while making the most of the huge opportunities for economic growth in our district. You will join a successful team to ensure that the Council both meets and excels in its statutory duties towards homeless applicants and homelessness prevention.
Do you want to help break the cycle of homelessness and empower people to rebuild their lives?
We’re looking for a resilient, compassionate, and proactive Intensive Support Worker to join our frontline team. This is a hands-on, face-to-face role where you’ll work independently to support individuals living in temporary accommodation helping them develop the skills and confidence to move on to independent living.
What You’ll Do:
Provide 1:1 support to individuals in hostels and supported flats, helping them build life skills and prepare for independent living.
Lone work confidently and safely, managing your own caseload and schedule.
Carry out referrals, assessments, and support plans tailored to each person’s needs.
Deliver key work sessions that are strengths-based, person-centred, and solution-focused.
Work closely with the Housing Options and Allocations Team, as well as external partners and services.
Signpost and advocate for clients, connecting them with the right support networks.
Maintain accurate records, produce reports, and contribute to service development.
What We’re Looking For:
Experience in intensive support work whether in the public, private, or voluntary sector.
A passion for making a real difference in people’s lives.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage and motivate individuals with complex needs.
Confidence to work independently, manage a varied caseload, and make informed decisions.
Knowledge of housing legislation and homelessness pathways is a plus.
Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a forward-thinking, supportive team that’s committed to ending repeat homelessness. This is more than a job it’s a chance to be part of someone’s turning point.
This is a great opportunity to be part of a pro-active and forward-thinking team at the forefront of delivering high quality, solutions-focussed assistance to residents in housing need.
BENEFITS: We offer excellent terms and conditions of employment including:
Local Government Pension Scheme, 23.8% employer contribution
Generous annual leave scheme +option to buy more
Employee Assistance Programme
Employee Benefits Platform including retail, holiday, and leisure discounts
Cycle to work scheme*
Flu Jabs
Free Eye Test voucher
Car mileage reimbursement*
Excellent career progression and training opportunities
Long Service Recognition*
*Certain restrictions may apply
ABOUT US: Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council and South Holland District Council have formed the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership. The largest Council Partnership in the country. Since October 2021, the Partnership Councils have been working closely to deliver improved services to the communities in the sub-region and already there have been many positive outcomes.
Over time, it is envisaged that services will become formally shared across the three Councils creating the opportunity for colleagues to be involved in new and innovate areas of work.
If you are interested in having a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Sandra Ferreira, Housing Services Manager on 01775 764828 or sandra.ferreira@sholland.gov.uk.
The Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to ensuring all recruitment processes are non-discriminatory and that no potential or current employee is treated unfairly. Find out more about our Equal opportunities on our website
The Council reserves the right to change the closing date, depending on application numbers. Interviews may be arranged virtually/ in person when suitable candidates apply which may be prior to the closing date. For this role we do require the successful applicant to complete a DBS check as part of the onboarding process.
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