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Accommodation Support Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Service Care Solutions has a new and exciting opportunity which has become available working as a Accommodation Support Worker with Rochdale Council

Rochdale Council are currently looking for someone who is happy to work 37 hours per week.

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Accommodation Support Worker to join our Temporary Accommodation team at Rochdale Borough Council. You will play a crucial role in supporting individuals and families in temporary accommodation, helping them to become tenancy ready and providing advice on housing, benefits, and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Welcome residents into temporary accommodation and provide high-quality support.
  • Develop personal housing plans for individuals with complex needs, including mental health and substance abuse issues.
  • Work with multi-agency partners to address domestic abuse cases and contribute to safeguarding efforts.
  • Assist in the management and turnaround of temporary accommodations, ensuring properties meet health and safety standards.
  • Provide advice on housing and homelessness, while maintaining accurate records in line with GDPR regulations.
  • Support the delivery of the Safer Homes Scheme and contribute to homelessness prevention strategies.

Essential Criteria:

  • Experience in housing, homelessness, or supported accommodation environments.
  • Knowledge of homelessness legislation (Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Reduction Act 2017).
  • Ability to work collaboratively with partners and multi-agency teams.
  • Strong IT skills and experience maintaining accurate electronic records.
  • Flexibility to work outside normal hours on a 24/7 rota.

This role is key to Rochdale Borough Council's mission of supporting vulnerable individuals and preventing homelessness. If you are passionate about making a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply.

Additional Requirements:
Enhanced DBS check, commitment to equality and diversity, and flexibility to work out of hours. A casual car user allowance is available.

APPLY NOW - Send your CV to John… John.deane@servicecare.org.uk

Why Service Care Solutions?

  • A Dedicated consultant specific to your area of work with up to date knowledge on markets and new positions.
  • We operate nationwide working with both public and private domains.
  • All Compliance paid for including DBS and Social Work registration.
  • We operate 3 payrolls per week
  • Bring your Job to us bonus of £250
  • Refer a friend Bonus of £250