Housing Support Officer
Job in
Bristol, Bristol County, BS1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-05-31
Listing for:
Niyaa People Ltd
Contract
position Listed on 2026-05-31
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Family Advocacy & Support Services, Community Health, Mental Health, Care Assistant
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well‑established supported housing provider for a Housing Support Worker to join their accommodation‑based support services in the Yate and Staple Hill area. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience supporting vulnerable adults within supported housing, homelessness, or similar community‑based services. The role will involve working across shared accommodation schemes supporting adults aged 22+ with low to medium support needs, including individuals experiencing mental health challenges and/or drug and alcohol related issues.
Key Responsibilities of a Housing Support Officer:- Provide person‑centred housing‑related support to residents within supported accommodation
- Support individuals to sustain their tenancies and work towards greater independence
- Assist residents with practical day‑to‑day living and maintaining accommodation standards
- Carry out housing management duties within supported housing schemes
- Promote positive engagement, wellbeing, and appropriate risk management
- Liaise with external agencies and specialist support services
- Maintain accurate case notes and support records
- Work flexibly across multiple local schemes as required
- Previous experience within supported housing, homelessness services, or housing support
- Understanding of tenancy sustainment and housing management
- Comfortable supporting individuals with mental health and/or substance misuse needs
- Strong communication and partnership working skills
- Flexible and adaptable approach to working across different sites
- Full UK driving licence/access to transport desirable but not essential
- Able to complete an Enhanced DBS check prior to starting
- Immediate start available
- Temporary contract expected to run for at least six weeks initially (with extension)
- Opportunity to work within a supportive and rewarding environment
- Competitive pay based on experience
If this Housing Support Officer role is for you please apply or contact (url removed)
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