Tenancy Support Worker
Job in
Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7, England, UK
Listed on 2026-10-21
Listing for:
Oscar Underhill Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary
position Listed on 2026-10-21
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Community Support Services, Human Services/ Social Work, Career & Life Skills Coaching
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Independent Living | Housing Support | Community-Based Services
Location:
Ilkeston and Ripley, Derbyshire – DE7
Pay: £13.50 per hour PAYE | £17.39 per hour Umbrella
Contract:
Full-time, Mon-Fri 9-5pm | Initially 2-3 months, with potential extension
Driving:
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle essential, mileage will be paid subject to business insurance.
Do you have experience supporting people with mental health needs to maintain their accommodation and live independently?
Client Snapshot:
An established housing and support charity is seeking an experienced Housing Support Worker to assist individuals accessing its independent living services across Derbyshire.
The service provides accommodation-based and community support to adults whose mental health affects their ability to manage day-to-day responsibilities and maintain stable housing.
Vacancy Brief:
We are looking for a confident and compassionate Housing Support Worker to provide practical housing-related support to individuals in the Ilkeston and Ripley areas.
You will manage a caseload independently, helping people maintain their tenancies, access appropriate financial support and develop the confidence to live independently.
The Responsibilities:
* Deliver person-centred housing-related support to vulnerable adults.
* Assist with housing benefit applications, budgeting, welfare entitlements and income maximisation.
* Help individuals maintain successful tenancies and address rent arrears.
* Develop and review support plans, risk assessments and individual goals.
* Support people experiencing mental health difficulties and other complex needs.
* Work collaboratively with local authorities, housing teams and external agencies.
* Maintain accurate case notes and records using internal IT systems.
Skills and Attributes:
* Previous experience in supported housing, tenancy sustainment, homelessness or mental health support services.
* Knowledge of housing benefits, welfare systems and income maximisation.
* Ability to manage a caseload and work independently.
* Strong interpersonal, organisational and safeguarding skills.
* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
* Current Enhanced DBS certificate is essential.
* Reliable availability for the temporary assignment.
Keywords for Candidates:
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Interested? Contact Oscar Underhill Recruitment with your CV and availability to discuss the opportunity
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