Support Worker
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 07 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £25,836 bob blwyddyn, pro rata |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 06 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Lancaster, Lancashire |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Rotherwood Recruitment |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | Homeless Service |
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Contract
Fixed until 31st March 2026 – Opportunity for extension annually
Essential Requirements
-Experience working with disadvantaged or excluded groups, including homelessness, substance misuse, mental health, or offending behaviours
-Knowledge of housing, welfare, and homelessness systems
-Ability to assess support needs, manage risk, and make appropriate referrals
-Confident in partnership working with housing providers, probation services, and other agencies
-Strong IT skills, including case management systems, MS Office, and digital communication platforms
-Excellent interpersonal, team working, and communication skills
-Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and follow health and safety procedures
-Valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the local area
-Enhanced DBS or willingness to undergo check
Desirable
-Experience in people-focused support roles
-Ability to deliver group work to prepare clients for independent living
The Role
As a Floating Support Worker, you will support individuals with a recent history of homelessness into sustainable accommodation. The role focuses on enabling clients to maintain tenancies while addressing their wider support needs. Key responsibilities include:
-Providing one-to-one support via home visits, phone, and digital contact
-Assessing needs and risks and developing personalised support plans
-Liaising with landlords, housing providers, local authorities, and partner agencies to secure suitable move-on options
-Advocating for clients and supporting them to build life skills for independent living
-Recording interventions, progress, and outcomes accurately and promptly
-Contributing to group work and community-based activities to support engagement
-Maintaining strong professional networks to enhance housing options and continued support post-service exit
Benefits
-Opportunity to contribute to meaningful change in people’s lives
-Work within a passionate, supportive, and experienced team
-Structured training and personal development opportunities
-Exposure to housing, welfare, and multi-agency partnership work
Fixed until 31st March 2026 – Opportunity for extension annually
Essential Requirements
-Experience working with disadvantaged or excluded groups, including homelessness, substance misuse, mental health, or offending behaviours
-Knowledge of housing, welfare, and homelessness systems
-Ability to assess support needs, manage risk, and make appropriate referrals
-Confident in partnership working with housing providers, probation services, and other agencies
-Strong IT skills, including case management systems, MS Office, and digital communication platforms
-Excellent interpersonal, team working, and communication skills
-Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and follow health and safety procedures
-Valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the local area
-Enhanced DBS or willingness to undergo check
Desirable
-Experience in people-focused support roles
-Ability to deliver group work to prepare clients for independent living
The Role
As a Floating Support Worker, you will support individuals with a recent history of homelessness into sustainable accommodation. The role focuses on enabling clients to maintain tenancies while addressing their wider support needs. Key responsibilities include:
-Providing one-to-one support via home visits, phone, and digital contact
-Assessing needs and risks and developing personalised support plans
-Liaising with landlords, housing providers, local authorities, and partner agencies to secure suitable move-on options
-Advocating for clients and supporting them to build life skills for independent living
-Recording interventions, progress, and outcomes accurately and promptly
-Contributing to group work and community-based activities to support engagement
-Maintaining strong professional networks to enhance housing options and continued support post-service exit
Benefits
-Opportunity to contribute to meaningful change in people’s lives
-Work within a passionate, supportive, and experienced team
-Structured training and personal development opportunities
-Exposure to housing, welfare, and multi-agency partnership work