Housing Support Worker

Housing Officer

• Location: Portsmouth
• Salary: £24,962 Per Annum (Base salary £23,962 + £1,000 Unsociable Hours Allowance)
• Hours: 35 hours per week (plus 5 hours paid lunch break)
• Additional Information: Driving License and access to vehicle MANDATORY

About Nacro: Nacro is a social justice charity with over 50 years of experience, dedicated to transforming lives, strengthening communities, and reducing crime. We offer innovative services, including housing support and education programs, aimed at tackling the root causes of crime.

Role Overview: As a Housing Support Worker with Nacro in Portsmouth, you'll support residents within our Community Accommodation Service – Tier 2 (CAS-2), helping them secure and maintain stable housing, reducing reoffending risk, and supporting their reintegration into society.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement support and safety plans.
• Maintain and equip properties for safe, comfortable living.
• Assist residents in understanding their responsibilities and preparing for future accommodation.
• Empower residents to achieve their goals and foster independence.
• Collaborate on comprehensive move-on plans for future housing needs.

Key Skills, Experience, and Knowledge:

• Commitment to Nacro’s values.
• Knowledge of issues affecting individuals in the Criminal Justice System or experiencing homelessness.
• Ability to develop person-centred support and move-on plans.
• Understanding of safeguarding and working with vulnerable adults with complex needs.
• Flexibility to travel within your patch and cover other local areas as needed.

What You Can Expect:

• A supportive, dynamic team focused on delivering results.
• Flexible working within the community, with the ability to work from home between visits.
• Commitment to your career development.
• Excellent benefits, including annual leave, enhanced sick pay, family leave, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loans, pension scheme, health cash plan, and more.

This role requires regular travel; a Full Driving License and access to your own vehicle are essential (mileage expenses at 45p per mile). An Enhanced DBS check and Prison Clearance are also required.

Apply here: https://nacrojobs.engageats.co.uk/Vacancies/W/1461/0/432114/23125/housing-support-worker-portsmouth-and-fareham