HOST Casework Officer Tower Hamlets Contract £23.16 per hour PAYE of £30.23 per hour limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced HOST Casework Officer Job Summary: The Housing Hospital Discharge Coordinator is responsible for delivering high-quality housing options, advice, and assistance to patients in hospital settings. The role ensures safe and timely hospital discharge into suitable accommodation for Tower Hamlets residents, reducing delays and supporting health and social care outcomes. Key responsibilities include: Working closely with hospital teams to facilitate discharge planning. Applying detailed knowledge of homelessness legislation, including the Homelessness Reduction Act 2018. Coordinating referrals to boroughs of residence and liaising with hospitals such as Royal London, Newham, Mile End, and others. Supporting patients who require housing or social care upon discharge. Reducing demand on hospitals and social care through effective housing solutions. This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Provide housing advice and options tailored to patient needs. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across hospitals and housing services. Ensure compliance with statutory duties and council policies, including Customer Care, Equal Opportunities, Data Protection, and Health and Safety. Maintain accurate records and case management systems. Work proactively to prevent homelessness and secure sustainable housing solutions. Essential Skills and Knowledge: In-depth understanding of homelessness legislation and housing sector. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities. Strong partnership working skills with internal and external stakeholders. Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Dec 05, 2025
Contractor
HOST Casework Officer Tower Hamlets Contract £23.16 per hour PAYE of £30.23 per hour limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced HOST Casework Officer Job Summary: The Housing Hospital Discharge Coordinator is responsible for delivering high-quality housing options, advice, and assistance to patients in hospital settings. The role ensures safe and timely hospital discharge into suitable accommodation for Tower Hamlets residents, reducing delays and supporting health and social care outcomes. Key responsibilities include: Working closely with hospital teams to facilitate discharge planning. Applying detailed knowledge of homelessness legislation, including the Homelessness Reduction Act 2018. Coordinating referrals to boroughs of residence and liaising with hospitals such as Royal London, Newham, Mile End, and others. Supporting patients who require housing or social care upon discharge. Reducing demand on hospitals and social care through effective housing solutions. This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Provide housing advice and options tailored to patient needs. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across hospitals and housing services. Ensure compliance with statutory duties and council policies, including Customer Care, Equal Opportunities, Data Protection, and Health and Safety. Maintain accurate records and case management systems. Work proactively to prevent homelessness and secure sustainable housing solutions. Essential Skills and Knowledge: In-depth understanding of homelessness legislation and housing sector. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities. Strong partnership working skills with internal and external stakeholders. Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Floating Support Worker (Outreach) We are seeking a motivated individual to provide flexible, person centred support to young people preparing for independent living. Position Floating Support Worker (Outreach) Salary £24,136 per year plus benefits Location Cheshire West and Chester, community based with work from local bases Hours Full time, 37.5 hours per week including some evenings and weekends Contract Permanent Closing date 19th December 2025 About the Role This is a hands on outreach role supporting young people with care experience as they transition into independent living. You will hold a caseload and work with each young person to build confidence, develop life skills and move towards their personal goals. Key responsibilities include: Completing assessments to identify strengths, needs and goals Creating tailored, strengths based support plans Working with young people aged 15 and over in their homes and in the community Providing practical support with daily living skills, budgeting and managing a tenancy Supporting access to education, training, employment or volunteering Helping young people apply for benefits and complete forms Linking with health, mental health, drug and alcohol and specialist services Building positive relationships with housing providers, social workers and partner agencies Maintaining accurate records and providing updates at multi agency meetings Using a trauma informed approach in all areas of work Offering flexible support that fits around young people s routines, including some evening and weekend work About You You will thrive in a role where every day is different and you can make a real impact. You will bring: Experience supporting young people with challenges such as mental health needs, substance misuse, offending behaviour or unstable accommodation Knowledge of safeguarding and professional boundaries Understanding of independent living skills and the steps involved in maintaining a tenancy Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team Confidence working with external agencies in a multi-disciplinary environment Strong organisation and IT skills for case recording and reporting A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusive practice Access to your own transport and the ability to travel across the area as required About the Organisation The employer delivers a wide range of support and housing services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. We specialise in the provision of services that prevent homelessness, increase the resilience of those we work with and energise opportunities for employment, education, training and volunteering in the communities we work within. Our organisation reaches from Newcastle to London, Greater Manchester and Milton Keynes. You may have experience in areas such as: Support Worker, Peer Support, Project Manager, Care Caseworker, Youth Project Coordinator, Youth Caseworker, Care Worker, Health Care Assistant, Support Worker, Nurses, Social Care Worker, Care Assistant, PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Dec 03, 2025
Full time
Floating Support Worker (Outreach) We are seeking a motivated individual to provide flexible, person centred support to young people preparing for independent living. Position Floating Support Worker (Outreach) Salary £24,136 per year plus benefits Location Cheshire West and Chester, community based with work from local bases Hours Full time, 37.5 hours per week including some evenings and weekends Contract Permanent Closing date 19th December 2025 About the Role This is a hands on outreach role supporting young people with care experience as they transition into independent living. You will hold a caseload and work with each young person to build confidence, develop life skills and move towards their personal goals. Key responsibilities include: Completing assessments to identify strengths, needs and goals Creating tailored, strengths based support plans Working with young people aged 15 and over in their homes and in the community Providing practical support with daily living skills, budgeting and managing a tenancy Supporting access to education, training, employment or volunteering Helping young people apply for benefits and complete forms Linking with health, mental health, drug and alcohol and specialist services Building positive relationships with housing providers, social workers and partner agencies Maintaining accurate records and providing updates at multi agency meetings Using a trauma informed approach in all areas of work Offering flexible support that fits around young people s routines, including some evening and weekend work About You You will thrive in a role where every day is different and you can make a real impact. You will bring: Experience supporting young people with challenges such as mental health needs, substance misuse, offending behaviour or unstable accommodation Knowledge of safeguarding and professional boundaries Understanding of independent living skills and the steps involved in maintaining a tenancy Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team Confidence working with external agencies in a multi-disciplinary environment Strong organisation and IT skills for case recording and reporting A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusive practice Access to your own transport and the ability to travel across the area as required About the Organisation The employer delivers a wide range of support and housing services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. We specialise in the provision of services that prevent homelessness, increase the resilience of those we work with and energise opportunities for employment, education, training and volunteering in the communities we work within. Our organisation reaches from Newcastle to London, Greater Manchester and Milton Keynes. You may have experience in areas such as: Support Worker, Peer Support, Project Manager, Care Caseworker, Youth Project Coordinator, Youth Caseworker, Care Worker, Health Care Assistant, Support Worker, Nurses, Social Care Worker, Care Assistant, PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
4Recruitment Services
Hammersmith And Fulham, London
4Recruitment Services are seeking a Criminal Justice Housing Adviser to work for a council based in West London. About the role: Provide housing advice and support to prevent and resolve homelessness among single homeless ex-offenders approaching the Housing Solutions Service following a custodial sentence. Be the main point of contact and between Probation Services and the Housing Solutions team. Identify and assess support needs and refer to relevant supported accommodation pathway. Identify ex-offenders as appropriate for referral into the AfEO scheme. Develop and implement new processes in coordination with probation services and AfEO coordinator to ensure early intervention prior to prison release to prevent homelessness. Assess, administer and make decisions on the outcome of individual homelessness applications under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 (as amended) in accordance with legislation and case law. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Set up and maintain good communication channels between Probation Services and Housing Solutions team to identify LBHF residents that will be homeless at the point of prison release. This will include regular meetings with Probation Services and occasional co-location at Probation Services. Work closely with the tri-borough AfEO coordinator to identify housing solutions for Ex offenders and to help reduce rough sleeping in Hammersmith & Fulham. Attend multi-agency public protection arrangements (MAPPA) and other relevant meetings as appropriate. Develop and maintain a detailed knowledge of housing legislation relevant to the post such as Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, welfare benefits, legislation who are homeless or threatened with homelessness in a person-centred way, including carrying out enquiries into applicants circumstances, checking and verifying documents and visiting as appropriate, maximising prevention opportunities, creating and updating Personal Housing Plans, providing advice and appropriate assistance to enable applicants to remain in existing accommodation to source alternative accommodation. Manage and determine a caseload of applications by conducting detailed enquiries, assessing against relevant legislation, guidance and caselaw, using initiative to ensure applications are fully investigated and determined with minimal management input. Work in partnership with a wide range of internal and external partners by making onward referrals, initiating or attending meetings / case conferences etc as appropriate; Carry out detailed affordability assessments, give advice on the availability of suitable and affordable accommodation, and to assist qualifying applicants access such accommodation. Recommend placements into temporary accommodation where all prevention opportunities have been exhausted, taking care to ensure that recommendations are in line with statutory duties and having regard to the financial constraints on the Council; Ensure that all statutory notifications and decisions are issued correctly and on time, that decision letters are fully reasoned, considered and of sufficient quality, that adequate file notes are made in relation to all casework undertaken and that all relevant databases are kept up to date at all times; Carry out risk assessments of people referred to the service and that the operation of all policy, procedures and legislation that relate to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of children and vulnerable adults is adhered to, notifying and escalating issues of concern as appropriate; Assess applications to join the Council s housing register, taking care to always ensure that applications are correctly assessed. Including verifying circumstances by gathering evidence, visiting as necessary and determining priority in accordance with the Council s Allocations Scheme. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE: Experience of working with ex-offenders and providing advice, assistance and homelessness prevention services to this cohort. Good knowledge of the needs of vulnerable single people in housing need and the ability to apply this knowledge to applications for housing assistance. Ability to communicate and negotiate effectively, in writing and orally, with landlord, tenants, members, solicitors, stakeholders, partners and the public. A good understanding of issues relating to homelessness and housing legislation including the Homelessness Reduction Act and experience of working in this are Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer. To discuss this vacancy in further detail or any other vacancies, please contact our Team on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).
Oct 06, 2025
Contractor
4Recruitment Services are seeking a Criminal Justice Housing Adviser to work for a council based in West London. About the role: Provide housing advice and support to prevent and resolve homelessness among single homeless ex-offenders approaching the Housing Solutions Service following a custodial sentence. Be the main point of contact and between Probation Services and the Housing Solutions team. Identify and assess support needs and refer to relevant supported accommodation pathway. Identify ex-offenders as appropriate for referral into the AfEO scheme. Develop and implement new processes in coordination with probation services and AfEO coordinator to ensure early intervention prior to prison release to prevent homelessness. Assess, administer and make decisions on the outcome of individual homelessness applications under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 (as amended) in accordance with legislation and case law. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Set up and maintain good communication channels between Probation Services and Housing Solutions team to identify LBHF residents that will be homeless at the point of prison release. This will include regular meetings with Probation Services and occasional co-location at Probation Services. Work closely with the tri-borough AfEO coordinator to identify housing solutions for Ex offenders and to help reduce rough sleeping in Hammersmith & Fulham. Attend multi-agency public protection arrangements (MAPPA) and other relevant meetings as appropriate. Develop and maintain a detailed knowledge of housing legislation relevant to the post such as Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, welfare benefits, legislation who are homeless or threatened with homelessness in a person-centred way, including carrying out enquiries into applicants circumstances, checking and verifying documents and visiting as appropriate, maximising prevention opportunities, creating and updating Personal Housing Plans, providing advice and appropriate assistance to enable applicants to remain in existing accommodation to source alternative accommodation. Manage and determine a caseload of applications by conducting detailed enquiries, assessing against relevant legislation, guidance and caselaw, using initiative to ensure applications are fully investigated and determined with minimal management input. Work in partnership with a wide range of internal and external partners by making onward referrals, initiating or attending meetings / case conferences etc as appropriate; Carry out detailed affordability assessments, give advice on the availability of suitable and affordable accommodation, and to assist qualifying applicants access such accommodation. Recommend placements into temporary accommodation where all prevention opportunities have been exhausted, taking care to ensure that recommendations are in line with statutory duties and having regard to the financial constraints on the Council; Ensure that all statutory notifications and decisions are issued correctly and on time, that decision letters are fully reasoned, considered and of sufficient quality, that adequate file notes are made in relation to all casework undertaken and that all relevant databases are kept up to date at all times; Carry out risk assessments of people referred to the service and that the operation of all policy, procedures and legislation that relate to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of children and vulnerable adults is adhered to, notifying and escalating issues of concern as appropriate; Assess applications to join the Council s housing register, taking care to always ensure that applications are correctly assessed. Including verifying circumstances by gathering evidence, visiting as necessary and determining priority in accordance with the Council s Allocations Scheme. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE: Experience of working with ex-offenders and providing advice, assistance and homelessness prevention services to this cohort. Good knowledge of the needs of vulnerable single people in housing need and the ability to apply this knowledge to applications for housing assistance. Ability to communicate and negotiate effectively, in writing and orally, with landlord, tenants, members, solicitors, stakeholders, partners and the public. A good understanding of issues relating to homelessness and housing legislation including the Homelessness Reduction Act and experience of working in this are Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer. To discuss this vacancy in further detail or any other vacancies, please contact our Team on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).
Description Housing Support Specialist (Outreach and Move On team) Location : Based in Hailsham, with travel around East Sussex Salary : £27, 942 per year, plus £1,000 essential car user allowance, plus £800 Rough Sleepers Allowance, plus Unsociable Hours shift allowance Hours : 37 per week The working pattern includes two early morning shifts, starting at 5.00am (Summer) or 6.00am (Winter) Monday - Friday. Other working days are 9.00am - 5.00pm Monday - Friday. Contract Length: Fixed Term Contract, Maternity cover for 12 months What you'll be doing: Are you passionate about ending the cycle of rough sleeping for people who are experiencing homelessness? Are you interested in a career in housing support, mental health recovery and wellbeing development? Southdown's Outreach and Move On teams support those who are rough sleeping to move away from homelessness by accessing accommodation options. As a Housing Support Specialist you'll work alongside a multiagency team, supporting people who have experienced the trauma of homelessness, to make positive and lasting changes in their lives. You'll provide early morning street outreach to people sleeping rough in Hastings and Rother, combined with move on / tenancy support as your clients take steps away from homelessness and into accommodation. You'll provide flexible, trauma-informed support, focusing on ending rough sleeping by identifying the support each person needs. This may include support with substance dependency, mental and physical health needs, domestic abuse, current or historical offending. We welcome applications from candidates with previous experience in roles such as Support Worker, Outreach Worker, Community Specialist, Case Manager, Social Worker, Housing Support Worker, Social Care Prescriber, Community Health Worker, Community Outreach Coordinator or Care Coordinator. However, this is not essential and we will provide a full induction and training programme for all successful candidates. Perks and benefits: You'll be joining one of the largest providers of care, support and housing services in Sussex, which we're proud to say we've been doing for over 50 years! In exchange we can offer some great benefits, including: Health cost cash-back scheme: access to our health insurance scheme which covers dental, optical, physical therapies and other medical treatments with the option to add greater levels of cover. Interest-free loans: assistance with larger costs that arise such as tenancy deposits, season travel tickets or buying a car. Access to the Easit Network: discounts and incentives on train, bus and car journeys such as 15% off eligible daily and season rail tickets. Blue Light card: access to discount services for the social care sector with savings across thousands of online shops, restaurants, and high-street vendors. Free advice and counselling service: confidential emotional support and practical guidance from our independent telephone service. 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays. Rough Sleepers Allowance - £800 per year. Essential car user allowance - £1,000 per year. Unsociable hours allowance - an extra £4.40 per shift. Skills, knowledge and experience What you need for the role: Available to work unsociable hours (2 early morning shifts per week starting at 5am or 6am) A personalised care approach, with empathy and understanding An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which will be paid for by Southdown A Full Driving Licence is essential along with access to your own car or a car insured for you What would be nice: Knowledge of complex and diverse support needs relating to homelessness, mental health and substance misuse Awareness of the causes of rough sleeping and the barriers preventing people who are rough sleeping from engaging in services Experience working in a supported housing or homelessness setting Experience supporting individuals with complex mental health needs Training: Our award winning in house training team will help you to gain valuable qualifications, continually develop your skills and build a great career with the largest provider of housing, care and support in Sussex. How to apply: Please click on the 'Apply Now' button and fill out our simple one-page application form. Please note, if we receive a large number of applications then this position may close before the advertised application closing date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Description Housing Support Specialist (Outreach and Move On team) Location : Based in Hailsham, with travel around East Sussex Salary : £27, 942 per year, plus £1,000 essential car user allowance, plus £800 Rough Sleepers Allowance, plus Unsociable Hours shift allowance Hours : 37 per week The working pattern includes two early morning shifts, starting at 5.00am (Summer) or 6.00am (Winter) Monday - Friday. Other working days are 9.00am - 5.00pm Monday - Friday. Contract Length: Fixed Term Contract, Maternity cover for 12 months What you'll be doing: Are you passionate about ending the cycle of rough sleeping for people who are experiencing homelessness? Are you interested in a career in housing support, mental health recovery and wellbeing development? Southdown's Outreach and Move On teams support those who are rough sleeping to move away from homelessness by accessing accommodation options. As a Housing Support Specialist you'll work alongside a multiagency team, supporting people who have experienced the trauma of homelessness, to make positive and lasting changes in their lives. You'll provide early morning street outreach to people sleeping rough in Hastings and Rother, combined with move on / tenancy support as your clients take steps away from homelessness and into accommodation. You'll provide flexible, trauma-informed support, focusing on ending rough sleeping by identifying the support each person needs. This may include support with substance dependency, mental and physical health needs, domestic abuse, current or historical offending. We welcome applications from candidates with previous experience in roles such as Support Worker, Outreach Worker, Community Specialist, Case Manager, Social Worker, Housing Support Worker, Social Care Prescriber, Community Health Worker, Community Outreach Coordinator or Care Coordinator. However, this is not essential and we will provide a full induction and training programme for all successful candidates. Perks and benefits: You'll be joining one of the largest providers of care, support and housing services in Sussex, which we're proud to say we've been doing for over 50 years! In exchange we can offer some great benefits, including: Health cost cash-back scheme: access to our health insurance scheme which covers dental, optical, physical therapies and other medical treatments with the option to add greater levels of cover. Interest-free loans: assistance with larger costs that arise such as tenancy deposits, season travel tickets or buying a car. Access to the Easit Network: discounts and incentives on train, bus and car journeys such as 15% off eligible daily and season rail tickets. Blue Light card: access to discount services for the social care sector with savings across thousands of online shops, restaurants, and high-street vendors. Free advice and counselling service: confidential emotional support and practical guidance from our independent telephone service. 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays. Rough Sleepers Allowance - £800 per year. Essential car user allowance - £1,000 per year. Unsociable hours allowance - an extra £4.40 per shift. Skills, knowledge and experience What you need for the role: Available to work unsociable hours (2 early morning shifts per week starting at 5am or 6am) A personalised care approach, with empathy and understanding An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which will be paid for by Southdown A Full Driving Licence is essential along with access to your own car or a car insured for you What would be nice: Knowledge of complex and diverse support needs relating to homelessness, mental health and substance misuse Awareness of the causes of rough sleeping and the barriers preventing people who are rough sleeping from engaging in services Experience working in a supported housing or homelessness setting Experience supporting individuals with complex mental health needs Training: Our award winning in house training team will help you to gain valuable qualifications, continually develop your skills and build a great career with the largest provider of housing, care and support in Sussex. How to apply: Please click on the 'Apply Now' button and fill out our simple one-page application form. Please note, if we receive a large number of applications then this position may close before the advertised application closing date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
