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We're looking for a Data Monitoring & Impact Officer to join our Homelessness Team within the Housing, Property and Regeneration Directorate at WMCA. Your work will help deliver the region's ambition to Design out Homelessness, contributing to developing innovative approaches to homelessness prevention across the West Midlands. As the Data Monitoring & Impact Officer, you will be instrumental in capturing, analysing, and reporting on data from a range of homelessness prevention projects. Your expertise will ensure that these projects are not only effective but continuously improved. You'll be at the heart of capturing the learning and measuring the impact of these initiatives, ensuring they meet the needs of the people they're designed to support. If you're passionate about using your skills to create meaningful change, this is the opportunity for you. Apply today and become part of the solution to Designing out Homelessness in the West Midlands. This role is being offered on a permanent basis. Recruitment Webinar We will be hosting a webinar on Friday 27 February at 2.00 pm for all interested applicants. Attendance is not mandatory but may help you decide if you want to apply. You can sign up by following this link HERE The team will provide more information about the role, how it is funded, what we hope it will achieve, as well as information about the wider team and its work. The webinar will also give you the opportunity to ask any questions that you may have at this stage. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a face-to-face interview at our offices in Birmingham on Wednesday 1st April. What you will be doing: Lead on the collection, cleansing, and analysis of both qualitative and quantitative data from commissioned homelessness prevention projects. Prepare and present detailed monitoring reports to meet funder requirements, showing how the projects are achieving their goals and where improvements can be made. Review and improve existing project monitoring systems to ensure they are accurate, effective, and aligned with the needs of stakeholders. Build strong relationships with our commissioned delivery partners, providing practical support to assist with accurate reporting and resolving any issues in a timely manner. Support the Project Coordinator in developing case studies, focus groups, and interviews to measure the impact and effectiveness of commissioned projects. Help to design and track KPIs and outcomes that measure the impact of homelessness prevention efforts. What's Essential: Skilled at working autonomously, managing your time and workload to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment. Experienced in managing and analysing large and complex data sets, with advanced skills in tools like PowerBi, and Excel. Skilled at presenting data clearly and working with various stakeholders to guide and support effective reporting. Experienced in using and developing management information systems or databases. Have an understanding about the issues surrounding homelessness and prevention strategies, with a strong desire to contribute to meaningful change. Highly organised and meticulous in your approach, ensuring that all data is accurate and reports are clear and actionable. Enjoy working collaboratively across teams and building relationships with external partners to achieve shared goals. A good standard of education, including Maths and English at GCSE or equivalent level. Location. The location for this role is Summer Lane, Birmingham with at least 2 days a week spent in the office. How to apply. Applying for a role with WMCA is straightforward. Follow these steps to get started. Create your Careers Account. Register with your name, email address, and a password. Build your Profile. Upload your CV to help populate your career and education details. Write your Supporting Statement. Make sure to address each of the required essential criteria. Submit your application. Do one final check and once complete, click submit. Anonymised Applications. Your uploaded CV won't be visible after submission. Our process is anonymised, and only the information in your profile is used for shortlisting. Be thorough in each section. It's your chance to showcase your skills and experience. Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) We cannot stop anyone from using AI to help write application content. Used right, it can be a great tool. If you choose to use AI, then use it as a helper rather than relying on it wholly to write your application. Applications that rely too heavily on AI may be rejected during shortlisting. For help on how to write a supporting statement, please visit the FAQs section of our careers site. Reasonable adjustments. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that means you might require changes to the application or recruitment process, please get in touch with our Recruitment Team ( ). Salary and benefits. We advertise salary ranges, with new appointments typically starting at the lowest salary point. In exceptional cases, the salary point may be adjusted to secure the best candidate. This approach allows for potential year-on-year salary increases, offering progression and appropriate rewards to employees. Requests for salaries above the maximum advertised range will not be considered. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Local Government Pension Scheme (one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK). Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme where you can build an additional pot of money alongside your pension with contributions exempt from Income Tax and National Insurance contributions (NICs). 28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more) + Statutory days. EV car benefit scheme Healthcare plans. Discounted gym membership, will writing, and mortgage advice. An option to buy a bicycle, including e-bikes and adapted pedal cycles, at a discounted rate. 3 days of paid leave each year to volunteer. Interest-free financing through SmartTech to buy the latest technology Discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers, and more. You can now also obtain a Costco membership through the WMCA. Boundless unlocks unlimited entry to top-rated UK attractions and loads of extra benefits and discounts. Eye Care Scheme, offering a free eye test and a financial contribution towards your glasses. For more information, please visit the benefits page on our career site. Why join WMCA? WMCA is laser-focused on improving the West Midlands, bringing economic growth, jobs, homes, and better journeys to the region. We target local needs where it matters most, ensuring everyone has a job that pays well and has access to safe and affordable places they can call home. We put people and place at the heart of everything we do, working hand in hand with our partners to direct funding where it's needed most. What you do, really matters. Your expertise will help make a big difference, improving people's lives, every day. Our Values. Our behaviours sit at the heart of our values, helping to shape how we work together as WMCA employees and setting clear expectations. Collaborative: Team Focused - working as part of team, managing and leading Service Driven - customer, resident and partner focused Driven: Empowered and Accountable - taking ownership and leading when needed Performance Focused - being ambitious and going the extra mile Inclusive: One Organisation Mindset - believe in each others expertise Open and Honest Communication - we do what we say we are going to do Innovative: Forward Thinking - embrace change and open to new possibilities Problem Solving - go for clear and simple whenever possible Creating an inclusive workplace. WMCA holds diversity accreditations, such as the RACE Code Quality Mark, Armed Forces Covenant (Gold status) and has been recognised as one of the Inclusive Top 50 Employers and The Times Top 50 Employers for Women. We're a Disability Confident Employer with 'Leader' status, committed to interviewing applicants with disabilities who meet all the essential role criteria. We are also proud to be a Ban the Box employer, which means we do not ask about criminal convictions at the initial application stage, and will only ask after an offer is made as part of our onboarding checks, which helps us remove barriers for people with past convictions and supporting fair opportunities for all. We recognise that certain groups, such as women and people of colour, may be less likely to apply for roles if they feel they do not meet all the requirements. However, we encourage individuals who are passionate about the role and want to make a difference to still apply. We value potential and encourage applicants to highlight their skills, including transferable ones, even if they don't fit the traditional "perfect candidate" mould. We gladly consider part-time, flexible, and job share arrangements . click apply for full job details

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).

We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Specialist Homelessness Prevention Co-ordinator to play a pivotal role in our Homelessness Service in Central London and Ealing . Sounds great, what will I be doing? In this role, you will use your specialist knowledge of housing legislation, including the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, to prevent and relieve homelessness through timely, proactive interventions. You will conduct comprehensive assessments and develop co-produced Personal Housing Plans that empower clients to resolve their housing issues where possible. By maintaining accurate, up-to-date records and following up on all actions promptly, you will ensure that risks of homelessness are minimised and statutory duties are met effectively. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. Here's what the team will be looking for You will bring knowledge, experience, or relevant qualifications in housing and homelessness legislation, particularly in relation to private rented housing, the Homelessness Reduction Act, eviction, and tenants' rights. Alongside this, you will demonstrate a sound understanding of welfare benefits legislation, including welfare reform, as well as health and safety. With experience in addressing the causes of homelessness, you will be able to create effective interventions that support service users in achieving stability and progression. Highly organised and solution-focused, you thrive in fast-paced, outcome-driven environments and can manage a busy caseload in line with service standards. You will be confident in using databases and systems, ensuring accurate and timely case notes, plans, and outcomes. A proactive and flexible team player, you combine excellent communication skills with strong relationship-building abilities, whether working with colleagues, partners, or the public. With a strong work ethic, customer service focus, and a socially conscious outlook, you are motivated to deliver high-quality results that make a real difference. Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Specialist Homelessness Prevention Co-ordinator to play a pivotal role in our Homelessness Service in Central London and Ealing . Sounds great, what will I be doing? In this role, you will use your specialist knowledge of housing legislation, including the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, to prevent and relieve homelessness through timely, proactive interventions. You will conduct comprehensive assessments and develop co-produced Personal Housing Plans that empower clients to resolve their housing issues where possible. By maintaining accurate, up-to-date records and following up on all actions promptly, you will ensure that risks of homelessness are minimised and statutory duties are met effectively. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. Here's what the team will be looking for You will bring knowledge, experience, or relevant qualifications in housing and homelessness legislation, particularly in relation to private rented housing, the Homelessness Reduction Act, eviction, and tenants' rights. Alongside this, you will demonstrate a sound understanding of welfare benefits legislation, including welfare reform, as well as health and safety. With experience in addressing the causes of homelessness, you will be able to create effective interventions that support service users in achieving stability and progression. Highly organised and solution-focused, you thrive in fast-paced, outcome-driven environments and can manage a busy caseload in line with service standards. You will be confident in using databases and systems, ensuring accurate and timely case notes, plans, and outcomes. A proactive and flexible team player, you combine excellent communication skills with strong relationship-building abilities, whether working with colleagues, partners, or the public. With a strong work ethic, customer service focus, and a socially conscious outlook, you are motivated to deliver high-quality results that make a real difference. Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Specialist Homelessness Prevention Co-ordinator to play a pivotal role in our Homelessness Service in Central London and Ealing . Sounds great, what will I be doing? In this role, you will use your specialist knowledge of housing legislation, including the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, to prevent and relieve homelessness through timely, proactive interventions. You will conduct comprehensive assessments and develop co-produced Personal Housing Plans that empower clients to resolve their housing issues where possible. By maintaining accurate, up-to-date records and following up on all actions promptly, you will ensure that risks of homelessness are minimised and statutory duties are met effectively. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. Here's what the team will be looking for You will bring knowledge, experience, or relevant qualifications in housing and homelessness legislation, particularly in relation to private rented housing, the Homelessness Reduction Act, eviction, and tenants' rights. Alongside this, you will demonstrate a sound understanding of welfare benefits legislation, including welfare reform, as well as health and safety. With experience in addressing the causes of homelessness, you will be able to create effective interventions that support service users in achieving stability and progression. Highly organised and solution-focused, you thrive in fast-paced, outcome-driven environments and can manage a busy caseload in line with service standards. You will be confident in using databases and systems, ensuring accurate and timely case notes, plans, and outcomes. A proactive and flexible team player, you combine excellent communication skills with strong relationship-building abilities, whether working with colleagues, partners, or the public. With a strong work ethic, customer service focus, and a socially conscious outlook, you are motivated to deliver high-quality results that make a real difference. Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

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.

Homelessness Support Worker Housing provider in Supported Living Exeter Sociable Working Hours Excellent Pay Rate £12.61 PAYE Temp to Perm opportunity. Are you passionate about helping others? Are you looking for a new challenge in Social Housing? Client snapshot : An excellent opportunity has been made available by my client an established housing provider in the UK. My client has a large portfolio of supported living projects and offers generic housing management and supported housing services. Vacancy Brief : The role is that of a Homelessness Support Worker This is a potential temp to perm job; full-time role, 35 hours per week. Role is location based in Exeter. The working pattern consists of early and late shifts. Shift pattern: Early - 07:45am 15:45pm. Lates - 12:15pm 20:15pm Pay rate for this job role is £12.61 per hour on PAYE A current Enhanced DBS covering Child and adult s workforce will be required for this job role. Full UK Drivers license and access to a vehicle will be required for this role. Service User group is those who have experienced homelessness. The Responsibilities : As a Support Worker, you will be required to work alongside with young people in a person-centred way and help them to actively move towards living independently of services. You will assist young people with practical tasks based upon their needs and aspirations as identified in their support and safety plan In your role as a Support worker, you will provide flexible support to young people based on their needs and aspirations as identified in their support and safety plan, ensuring they are able to meet their goals which help them to achieve their outcomes. Furthermore, you will implement the young people support and safety plan, as developed by the Support Coordinator and inform and contribute to support planning reviews and assessments through effective communication with the co-ordinator or line manager and client. Skill Outcomes of this role : This role provides an excellent foundation for progressing into other careers that support young people, including youth work, social care, and supported housing services. In addition, you will gain valuable experience in liaising with local authority Housing Benefit departments and the DWP to resolve financial issues, as well as developing strong skills in safeguarding, support planning, and multi-agency working to achieve the best outcomes for young people. Housing Support Worker Homeless CAHMS Young People Tenancy Sustainment Tenancy Support Officer Housing Officer Supported Housing Income Management Homeless Substance Misuse Homelessness Youth Offending YMCA Prison Officer Probation Officer Supported Living Exeter Devon Independent Living Floating Support Full Time Scheme Manager Project Worker Community Support Charity Housing Association Local Authority

Mental Health Team Leader Housing provider in Supported Living Leeds Sociable Working Hours Excellent Pay Rate £16.45 PAYE Or £21.20 Umbrella Temp to Perm Opportunity. Are you passionate about helping others? Are you looking for a new challenge in Social Housing? Client snapshot: An excellent opportunity has been made available by my client an established housing provider in the UK. My client has a large portfolio of supported living projects and offers generic housing management and supported housing services. Vacancy Brief: The job role is that of a Mental Health Team Leader. This is a potential temp to perm vacancy. A full-time role, 37.5 hours per week Work pattern is Monday Friday 9am 5pm Pay rate for this vacancy is £16.45 PAYE or £21.20 Umbrella. A current Enhanced DBS covering adult workforce will be required for this job role. Full UK Drivers license and access to a vehicle is preferable but not essential. This vacancy will entail the responsibility for 6 staff members. This is a location-based role in a residential project with six beds, supporting clients with mental health or dual diagnosis needs in an independent living setting. The Responsibilities: In your job role as a Mental Health Team Leader, you will be required to provide hands-on leadership for the team ensuring they feel supported, confident, and aligned with trauma-informed and person-centred approaches to support. An important part of your job role will be to ensure clients receive tailored, strengths-based support that recognises their individual experiences and promotes recovery, safety, and independence. As a Mental Health Team Leader, you will need to oversee the completion and quality of risk assessments, support plans, and safeguarding actions, making sure your team operates within all relevant legal, regulatory, and organisational policy frameworks. You will be required to support your team s ongoing learning and development through regular supervision meetings, performance and development reviews, open and constructive dialogue, and coaching opportunities. Furthermore, in your job role as a Mental Health Team Leader, you will be required to manage the duty rota, ensuring adequate cover and consistent service delivery across all shifts and responsibilities. Mental Health Team Leader Housing Team Leader Senior Support Worker Support Coordinator Housing Support Housing Management worker Tenancy Sustainment Tenancy Support Officer Housing Officer Supported Housing Income Management Homeless Substance Misuse Homelessness Youth Offending YMCA Prison Officer Probation Officer Supported Living Leeds West Yorkshire Independent Living Floating Support Full Time Project Worker Community Support Charity Housing Association Local Authority Housing jobs Housing vacancies.

We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Specialist Homelessness Prevention Co-ordinator to play a pivotal role in our Homelessness Service in Central London and Ealing . Sounds great, what will I be doing? In this role, you will use your specialist knowledge of housing legislation, including the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, to prevent and relieve homelessness through timely, proactive interventions. You will conduct comprehensive assessments and develop co-produced Personal Housing Plans that empower clients to resolve their housing issues where possible. By maintaining accurate, up-to-date records and following up on all actions promptly, you will ensure that risks of homelessness are minimised and statutory duties are met effectively. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. Here's what the team will be looking for You will bring knowledge, experience, or relevant qualifications in housing and homelessness legislation, particularly in relation to private rented housing, the Homelessness Reduction Act, eviction, and tenants' rights. Alongside this, you will demonstrate a sound understanding of welfare benefits legislation, including welfare reform, as well as health and safety. With experience in addressing the causes of homelessness, you will be able to create effective interventions that support service users in achieving stability and progression. Highly organised and solution-focused, you thrive in fast-paced, outcome-driven environments and can manage a busy caseload in line with service standards. You will be confident in using databases and systems, ensuring accurate and timely case notes, plans, and outcomes. A proactive and flexible team player, you combine excellent communication skills with strong relationship-building abilities, whether working with colleagues, partners, or the public. With a strong work ethic, customer service focus, and a socially conscious outlook, you are motivated to deliver high-quality results that make a real difference. Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

Salary: Grade 3 - £31,133 per annum Location: Birmingham Hours: Part time - 30 per week (flexible working pattern) Contract: Fixed term until 23 April 2026 (subject to possible contract extension) Closing date: Sunday 5th October 2025 at 11:30pm Do you have an understanding of how lived experience of bad housing or homelessness can impact people, plus a real desire and proven ability to help them share their feedback, stories and experiences so that we can better help them in the future? Then join Shelter as a Lived Experience Coordinator and you could soon be playing a vital role within our Birmingham Hub. About the role You will work alongside the financial resilience project to deliver a programme of involvement activities both for Birmingham Hub and the wider organisation, making sure that the views and experiences of individuals with lived experience shapes and informs all of Shelter s work. People can take part in a variety of way such as involvement groups, taking part in events within local communities, co-designing services and campaigns and speaking out about the housing emergency by sharing their stories. There will be an online briefing session about this role and the Lived Experience Coordinator for Birmingham at 2pm on Thursday 25th September. Please visit our website for the email address for attending and we will send you the link prior to the date. About you You will need experience of facilitating involvement groups and other activities to support and involve people with lived experience in Shelter s work. You have a strong understanding of how lived experience of housing issues can impact a person and so ensure a safe and inclusive space where everybody can contribute. The ability to plan and co-ordinate involvement activities with local teams, with several activities running at once is important too. You will have a flair for developing successful relationships with colleagues across Shelter, as well as external local organisations and partners. Also, you have some experience of presenting information verbally and in writing, as is IT literacy including case management systems, Microsoft Office, internet, email and online meetings. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave (pro rata), enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. About Shelter Home is a human right. It s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet every day millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency. We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything. We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist. About the Team At Birmingham Hub we have around 25 staff plus volunteers and specialise in providing housing advice and homelessness work, with a particular focus on families and individuals experiencing multiple disadvantage. We work in partnership with a range of organisations to improve the underlying systems that prevent people from living securely in suitable, safe, affordable homes. We currently have a 3 year partnership with a leading bank which aims to build financial resilience and break the cycle of poor financial health which negatively impacts people s housing situation. How to Apply Please click Apply for Job on the advert. You are required to submit a behaviour-based application with responses to the five points in the About you section of the job description of no more than 350 words each. These will be labelled as Knowledge, Skills and Experience on the application form. Please provide specific examples following the STAR format: You will also be asked to demonstrate how you meet the behaviours below: • We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset • We create change and align behind our strategy Below is more information on the STAR method: Situation - the situation you had to deal with Task - the task you were given to do Action - the action you took Result - what happened as a result of your action and what you learned from the experience The STAR method National Careers Service Safeguarding Statement Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. 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