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Horton Housing

Horton Housing is a not-for-profit Housing Association that manages a wide range of different housing, training and support services across Bradford, Calderdale, Kirklees and North Yorkshire. We offer support to a variety of people, including those who are homeless or at risk, young people and refugees. We offer accommodation, skills and language support, and use a strength based approach to help the people we support achieve their goals in a manner which works for them.

We are currently recruiting for two Housing Support Workers to join our HACS 4 Women service in Bradford. This position is 35 hours per week.

The role

As a Support Worker you will be responsible for assisting people in their day to day life skills set, which will include supporting people to maintain their tenancy agreements and achieve successful outcomes. You will be responsible for delivering tenancy ready training and support to enable people to move on into permanent housing. You will also assist people in the practical and emotional aspects of maintaining their accommodation and liaising with other support services. You will ensure immediate needs are met, such as access to welfare benefits, food, clothing and health care. You will provide appropriate support based on the person’s needs, using assessment and support plans.

What we are looking for

Experience of working with people who face multiple disadvantage and have a range of needs, such as drug or alcohol challenges, rough sleeping, mental health challenges and a history of offending.
Health and safety task including in the maintenance of properties (i.e. fire alarm tests, property checks, reporting repairs etc.)
Equality and diversity, which promotes and values people as individuals.
Planning, organising and prioritise work to maintain accurate and timely reports.
A great listener with excellent communication skills.
Somebody who is approachable, adaptable and have the ability to remain calm and work effectively under pressure.
A valid driving license and access to a vehicle is desirable
An enhanced DBS

What Horton offers in return?

In return, this role is offering a salary of up to £26,132 based on a 35 hour week. The role also offers excellent benefits including 6 weeks annual leave and exceptional training and development opportunities.

Please see the recruitment pack for more details.

How to apply

Please fill out the application form in full, detailing how you meet the requirements of the role.

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