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Support Worker - Young Adults (Homelessness)

The successful candidate will be required to work either full-time (37.5 hours per week) or part-time hours, working across Monday to Sunday on a rota basis, covering a mixture of day shifts and night shifts. In this position, you will be expected to; - Hold a caseload of 8 key clients and conduct regular key working sessions resulting in agreed Support Plans which are reviewed regularly - Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all clients, following safeguarding and emergency procedures as needed - Provide personalised, flexible and creative support, involving clients in decision-making and encouraging participation in activities - Collaborate with external agencies to support clients, adhering to data protection and information sharing protocols - Support clients to access Education, Training, Employment and Volunteering opportunities aligned with their goals and aspirations - Contribute to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment, including preparing accommodation for new clients and supporting their transition - Assist in coordinating and supporting volunteers and promoting client involvement initiatives and residents' meetings - Maintain clear, accurate records - Manage the security of the building Please note; this role involves lone working. To apply for this role, you must have; - Experience working with young people or those affected by homelessness - Understanding of the needs of individuals facing homelessness, mental health issues, substance misuse, or the care system - Experience holding a caseload of key clients and knowledge of risk assessments, support planning, safeguarding and health and safety procedures - Experience of managing challenging behaviour, including responding calmly to crisis - Strong literacy, numeracy and IT skills and ability to take notes - Ability to maintain professional boundaries, work collaboratively and reflect on practices for continuous development ....Read more...

Housing Support Worker

Housing Support WorkerLocation: LeedsHours: Permanent, with flexible options of 37, 30 or 22.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. We are looking to appoint either 1 x 37-hour and 1 x 22.5-hour Housing Support Worker, or 2 x 30-hour Housing Support Workers.Salary: £29,077 per annum, pro rata for part-time hoursBenefits: 5% employer pension contribution and 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, pro rataDo you have experience of supporting people to overcome challenges, build their confidence and move towards greater independence?LATCH is looking for experienced and committed Housing Support Workers to join its friendly and close-knit team in Leeds. We are recruiting two Housing Support Workers and can offer flexibility across 37, 30 or 22.5 hours per week, depending on the experience and availability of the successful candidates.This is an opportunity to build meaningful relationships with tenants and provide flexible, person-centred support that helps people maintain their homes, work towards their personal goals and create lasting positive change in their lives.About LATCHLATCH is an established Leeds-based charitable organisation with a vision that people should have quality homes and opportunities to lead fulfilling lives.We refurbish empty and derelict properties, transforming them into high-quality supported homes for people who are experiencing homelessness or facing housing challenges. Since LATCH began, more than 112 properties across Chapeltown, Harehills and Burley have been brought back into use.Our work goes well beyond providing someone with a home. We offer flexible and individualised support, recognising that every tenant has different experiences, strengths and aspirations. Our approach incorporates strengths-based and trauma-informed practice, helping tenants to rebuild their confidence, develop new skills and progress towards independent living.In 2025, LATCH housed 259 adults and children, supported 73 people into a new home and helped 57 tenants move successfully into independent living.The roleAs a Housing Support Worker, you will manage an active caseload of people with multiple and complex needs, working closely with tenants to understand their individual circumstances, identify their support needs and agree achievable goals.Your support could include helping someone to manage their tenancy and finances, access benefits or specialist services, improve their wellbeing, develop independent living skills, or take steps towards volunteering, training and employment.You will build supportive and professional relationships while encouraging tenants to recognise their strengths, make informed decisions and take greater control of their lives.The role will also involve transporting tenants where required, so a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle for work purposes are essential.Your responsibilities will include: Completing housing and support needs assessments and contributing to decisions about suitable housing offers.Working with tenants to develop, implement and regularly review individual support plans using the Outcomes Star.Helping tenants establish and maintain their tenancies and reduce the risk of recurring homelessness.Supporting tenants with practical and emotional issues, including budgeting, paying bills, planning meals and managing their homes.Helping tenants access welfare benefits and maximise their income.Supporting tenants to access community activities, volunteering, training and employment opportunities.Completing risk assessments and responding appropriately to safeguarding concerns and incidents.Working with partner organisations, making referrals and attending multidisciplinary meetings where required.Supporting tenants to prepare for and move successfully into independent living.Monitoring the condition of tenants’ accommodation and reporting repairs or damage.Maintaining accurate, detailed and confidential case records.Contributing to service development, team meetings, performance reporting and the achievement of service outcomes.Prioritising changing and competing demands effectively across an active caseload.Transporting tenants where required as part of their support. About youWe are looking for someone who is warm, dependable and able to develop positive working relationships with people who may have experienced homelessness, trauma or a range of complex support needs.You will need: At least 3 years’ experience working as a Support Worker.Experience of managing an active caseload of people with multiple and complex needs.Experience of building and maintaining effective support relationships.An understanding of homelessness and the range of practical and emotional issues people may experience.The ability to assess housing and support needs, identify risks and develop appropriate support plans.The ability to develop, implement and review person-centred support plans.The ability to prioritise changing and competing demands across an active caseload.Knowledge of welfare rights and benefits.Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding principles and procedures.The ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Good organisational skills and the ability to manage your own time and workload.Confidence using Microsoft Office, databases and electronic record-keeping systems.The ability to work independently, use your initiative and contribute positively as part of a team.A full UK driving licence with no more than six penalty points and access to your own vehicle for work purposes. A relevant qualification in support work or social work, experience within supported housing, knowledge of Leeds-based support services or experience of using the Outcomes Star would be advantageous but is not essential.Working at LATCHPeople are at the heart of everything we do. We want colleagues who share our commitment to treating tenants as equal partners and respecting their right to make decisions about the support they receive.You will be joining a supportive organisation that values empathy, honesty, initiative, continuous improvement and collaborative working. We welcome diversity, recognise people’s individual strengths and understand that complex circumstances can often underlie challenging behaviour.This role is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check.When applying, please confirm whether you are interested in working 37, 30 or 22.5 hours per week, or whether you would be happy to be considered for any of these options.  INDHSEquals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful. ....Read more...

Housing Support Officer

Housing Support WorkerLocation: LeedsHours: Permanent, with flexible options of 37, 30 or 22.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. We are looking to appoint either 1 x 37-hour and 1 x 22.5-hour Housing Support Worker, or 2 x 30-hour Housing Support Workers.Salary: £29,077 per annum, pro rata for part-time hoursBenefits: 5% employer pension contribution and 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, pro rataDo you have experience of supporting people to overcome challenges, build their confidence and move towards greater independence?LATCH is looking for experienced and committed Housing Support Workers to join its friendly and close-knit team in Leeds. We are recruiting two Housing Support Workers and can offer flexibility across 37, 30 or 22.5 hours per week, depending on the experience and availability of the successful candidates.This is an opportunity to build meaningful relationships with tenants and provide flexible, person-centred support that helps people maintain their homes, work towards their personal goals and create lasting positive change in their lives.About LATCHLATCH is an established Leeds-based charitable organisation with a vision that people should have quality homes and opportunities to lead fulfilling lives.We refurbish empty and derelict properties, transforming them into high-quality supported homes for people who are experiencing homelessness or facing housing challenges. Since LATCH began, more than 112 properties across Chapeltown, Harehills and Burley have been brought back into use.Our work goes well beyond providing someone with a home. We offer flexible and individualised support, recognising that every tenant has different experiences, strengths and aspirations. Our approach incorporates strengths-based and trauma-informed practice, helping tenants to rebuild their confidence, develop new skills and progress towards independent living.In 2025, LATCH housed 259 adults and children, supported 73 people into a new home and helped 57 tenants move successfully into independent living.The roleAs a Housing Support Worker, you will manage an active caseload of people with multiple and complex needs, working closely with tenants to understand their individual circumstances, identify their support needs and agree achievable goals.Your support could include helping someone to manage their tenancy and finances, access benefits or specialist services, improve their wellbeing, develop independent living skills, or take steps towards volunteering, training and employment.You will build supportive and professional relationships while encouraging tenants to recognise their strengths, make informed decisions and take greater control of their lives.The role will also involve transporting tenants where required, so a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle for work purposes are essential.Your responsibilities will include: Completing housing and support needs assessments and contributing to decisions about suitable housing offers.Working with tenants to develop, implement and regularly review individual support plans using the Outcomes Star.Helping tenants establish and maintain their tenancies and reduce the risk of recurring homelessness.Supporting tenants with practical and emotional issues, including budgeting, paying bills, planning meals and managing their homes.Helping tenants access welfare benefits and maximise their income.Supporting tenants to access community activities, volunteering, training and employment opportunities.Completing risk assessments and responding appropriately to safeguarding concerns and incidents.Working with partner organisations, making referrals and attending multidisciplinary meetings where required.Supporting tenants to prepare for and move successfully into independent living.Monitoring the condition of tenants’ accommodation and reporting repairs or damage.Maintaining accurate, detailed and confidential case records.Contributing to service development, team meetings, performance reporting and the achievement of service outcomes.Prioritising changing and competing demands effectively across an active caseload.Transporting tenants where required as part of their support. About youWe are looking for someone who is warm, dependable and able to develop positive working relationships with people who may have experienced homelessness, trauma or a range of complex support needs.You will need: At least 3 years’ experience working as a Support Worker.Experience of managing an active caseload of people with multiple and complex needs.Experience of building and maintaining effective support relationships.An understanding of homelessness and the range of practical and emotional issues people may experience.The ability to assess housing and support needs, identify risks and develop appropriate support plans.The ability to develop, implement and review person-centred support plans.The ability to prioritise changing and competing demands across an active caseload.Knowledge of welfare rights and benefits.Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding principles and procedures.The ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Good organisational skills and the ability to manage your own time and workload.Confidence using Microsoft Office, databases and electronic record-keeping systems.The ability to work independently, use your initiative and contribute positively as part of a team.A full UK driving licence with no more than six penalty points and access to your own vehicle for work purposes. A relevant qualification in support work or social work, experience within supported housing, knowledge of Leeds-based support services or experience of using the Outcomes Star would be advantageous but is not essential.Working at LATCHPeople are at the heart of everything we do. We want colleagues who share our commitment to treating tenants as equal partners and respecting their right to make decisions about the support they receive.You will be joining a supportive organisation that values empathy, honesty, initiative, continuous improvement and collaborative working. We welcome diversity, recognise people’s individual strengths and understand that complex circumstances can often underlie challenging behaviour.This role is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check.When applying, please confirm whether you are interested in working 37, 30 or 22.5 hours per week, or whether you would be happy to be considered for any of these options.   INDHSEquals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful. ....Read more...

Caseworker - Housing & Support

Caseworker - Housing & SupportLocation: LeedsHours: Permanent, with flexible options of 37, 30 or 22.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. We are looking to appoint either 1 x 37-hour and 1 x 22.5-hour Housing Support Worker, or 2 x 30-hour Housing Support Workers.Salary: £29,077 per annum, pro rata for part-time hoursBenefits: 5% employer pension contribution and 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, pro rataDo you have experience of supporting people to overcome challenges, build their confidence and move towards greater independence?LATCH is looking for experienced and committed Housing Support Workers to join its friendly and close-knit team in Leeds. We are recruiting two Housing Support Workers and can offer flexibility across 37, 30 or 22.5 hours per week, depending on the experience and availability of the successful candidates.This is an opportunity to build meaningful relationships with tenants and provide flexible, person-centred support that helps people maintain their homes, work towards their personal goals and create lasting positive change in their lives.About LATCHLATCH is an established Leeds-based charitable organisation with a vision that people should have quality homes and opportunities to lead fulfilling lives.We refurbish empty and derelict properties, transforming them into high-quality supported homes for people who are experiencing homelessness or facing housing challenges. Since LATCH began, more than 112 properties across Chapeltown, Harehills and Burley have been brought back into use.Our work goes well beyond providing someone with a home. We offer flexible and individualised support, recognising that every tenant has different experiences, strengths and aspirations. Our approach incorporates strengths-based and trauma-informed practice, helping tenants to rebuild their confidence, develop new skills and progress towards independent living.In 2025, LATCH housed 259 adults and children, supported 73 people into a new home and helped 57 tenants move successfully into independent living.The roleAs a Housing Support Worker, you will manage an active caseload of people with multiple and complex needs, working closely with tenants to understand their individual circumstances, identify their support needs and agree achievable goals.Your support could include helping someone to manage their tenancy and finances, access benefits or specialist services, improve their wellbeing, develop independent living skills, or take steps towards volunteering, training and employment.You will build supportive and professional relationships while encouraging tenants to recognise their strengths, make informed decisions and take greater control of their lives.The role will also involve transporting tenants where required, so a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle for work purposes are essential.Your responsibilities will include: Completing housing and support needs assessments and contributing to decisions about suitable housing offers.Working with tenants to develop, implement and regularly review individual support plans using the Outcomes Star.Helping tenants establish and maintain their tenancies and reduce the risk of recurring homelessness.Supporting tenants with practical and emotional issues, including budgeting, paying bills, planning meals and managing their homes.Helping tenants access welfare benefits and maximise their income.Supporting tenants to access community activities, volunteering, training and employment opportunities.Completing risk assessments and responding appropriately to safeguarding concerns and incidents.Working with partner organisations, making referrals and attending multidisciplinary meetings where required.Supporting tenants to prepare for and move successfully into independent living.Monitoring the condition of tenants’ accommodation and reporting repairs or damage.Maintaining accurate, detailed and confidential case records.Contributing to service development, team meetings, performance reporting and the achievement of service outcomes.Prioritising changing and competing demands effectively across an active caseload.Transporting tenants where required as part of their support. About youWe are looking for someone who is warm, dependable and able to develop positive working relationships with people who may have experienced homelessness, trauma or a range of complex support needs.You will need: At least 3 years’ experience working as a Support Worker.Experience of managing an active caseload of people with multiple and complex needs.Experience of building and maintaining effective support relationships.An understanding of homelessness and the range of practical and emotional issues people may experience.The ability to assess housing and support needs, identify risks and develop appropriate support plans.The ability to develop, implement and review person-centred support plans.The ability to prioritise changing and competing demands across an active caseload.Knowledge of welfare rights and benefits.Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding principles and procedures.The ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Good organisational skills and the ability to manage your own time and workload.Confidence using Microsoft Office, databases and electronic record-keeping systems.The ability to work independently, use your initiative and contribute positively as part of a team.A full UK driving licence with no more than six penalty points and access to your own vehicle for work purposes. A relevant qualification in support work or social work, experience within supported housing, knowledge of Leeds-based support services or experience of using the Outcomes Star would be advantageous but is not essential.Working at LATCHPeople are at the heart of everything we do. We want colleagues who share our commitment to treating tenants as equal partners and respecting their right to make decisions about the support they receive.You will be joining a supportive organisation that values empathy, honesty, initiative, continuous improvement and collaborative working. We welcome diversity, recognise people’s individual strengths and understand that complex circumstances can often underlie challenging behaviour.This role is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check.When applying, please confirm whether you are interested in working 37, 30 or 22.5 hours per week, or whether you would be happy to be considered for any of these options.   INDHSEquals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful. ....Read more...

Community Incident & Support Account Manager - Temporary until December 2027

Have you supported people through crisis, displacement or significant life changes? Bring your experience to a role where thoughtful, consistent support matters.Join the Mining Remediation Authority as a temporary Community Support Account Manager, supporting residents affected by a major incident. You’ll need hands-on experience of supporting individuals or families through serious disruption over time and coordinating practical support.You’ll be a familiar, reliable contact, listening to individual needs, sharing clear updates and following up concerns. Working with operational and technical teams, customer service colleagues and partners, you’ll coordinate support and communicate openly about what is known and what happens next.Your background might include homelessness or resettlement services, housing support, family support, or community incident response. Equivalent experience is welcome: what matters is sustained, direct support through challenging personal circumstances, rather than general customer-service experience alone.You’ll bring empathy, resilience and sound judgement, respecting residents’ needs and choices. The work can be emotionally demanding, so professional boundaries, accurate records and knowing when to seek or escalate support are important. Previous incident-response experience is welcome but not essential.If this reflects your experience, we’d love to hear from you.  To find out more about the role, take a look at the job description. ....Read more...

Senior Progression Coach

The successful candidate will be required to work 37.5 hours per week, working across Monday - Friday, 10AM - 6PM.  Temp role - 1 - 2 months  In this position, you will be expected to; - Hold line management responsibility for 4 Progression Coaches, and any other staff as deemed appropriate by your line manager, including undertaking supervision and appraisals and all other aspects of staff management - Ensure the high quality of risk and needs assessments SMART outcomes based support plans and case files for clients of your line reports - Deliver one-to one and group support opportunities within the accommodation and in the local community aimed at increasing resilience in the clients we work with. - Proactively lead on partnerships with local agencies including statutory teams, to support the wellbeing of clients in accordance with data protection and information sharing protocols. - Involve clients in the decisions made about them and encourage participation in the organisation's wider community programme of activities - Support all clients to participate in Education, Training, Employment and Volunteering opportunities - Ensure the health and safety of the environment for clients, staff, visitors and volunteers through regular risk assessment, health and safety checks and reporting in accordance with the Health and Safety Policy. - Liaise with internal departments including Finance, HR, Fundraising and Business Development as necessary to ensure the smooth running of the service. - Ensure the accurate collection and recording of rent, charges and petty cash and the countersigning of invoices to support good financial - Oversee repairs and maintenance reporting to ensure the building is kept in good order and safe for clients to reside in. - Deploy and supervise the work of the volunteers who add value to the work that we do - Support the service manager to recruit and induct new staff and will act as a positive model at all times. To apply for this role, you must have; - Experience of supervising the work of others - An understanding and commitment to working in an assets-based way - Experience of working with young people or people who have experienced homelessness, poor mental health, substance use or have a history of living in care. - Experience of using Risk Assessments and Support Planning. Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills - Experience of operating safeguarding requirements and procedures - Commitment to promoting an environment, which has the highest regard for the Health and Safety of others. - High level understanding of professional boundaries and ability to maintain boundaries - Effective collaborative working ....Read more...

Team manager - Homelessness

The successful candidate will be required to work 37.5 hours per week, working across Monday - Sunday. You will work three waking night shifts (10-hour shifts) and one day shift (9AM - 5PM/10AM - 6PM) per week.Temporary cover is required until the end of March 2027.  In this position, you will be expected to; - Lead the mobilisation and day-to-day operation of the Cold Weather Shelter, ensuring staffing, systems and operational arrangements enable a safe and effective response throughout the winter period. - Lead, motivate and develop the CWS Coordinator, Shift Leads, Night Support Workers and temporary colleagues, creating a cohesive team with clear expectations and shared purpose. - Coordinate recruitment, induction and deployment of the winter workforce, ensuring appropriately skilled staff are available to meet changing service demand - Embed trauma-informed and psychologically informed approaches, supporting staff to understand how trauma, exclusion and multiple disadvantage may affect behaviour and engagement. - Provide regular supervision, reflective practice and development opportunities that strengthen staff confidence, capability and wellbeing. - Provide strong oversight of safeguarding, ensuring concerns are identified, responded to, recorded and escalated appropriately. - Oversee accommodation, engagement, wellbeing and safeguarding outcomes, identifying where further intervention or partnership support is required. - Ensure clients remain connected with relevant outreach, housing, health and community services to support continuity of care and move-on. - Work within agreed budgets and delegated authority, identifying and escalating emerging financial or performance pressures. - Work collaboratively with outreach, housing, health and community partners to support coordinated responses for people accessing the shelter To apply for this role, you must have; - Significant experience of managing services supporting people experiencing homelessness, rough sleeping or multiple disadvantage, including supported housing, outreach or other relevant settings. - Experience of leading, motivating and developing staff teams within a demanding service environment, including managing performance and supporting staff wellbeing. - Strong knowledge and practical experience of safeguarding adults, risk management and responding effectively to incidents and serious concerns. - Experience of implementing trauma-informed and psychologically informed approaches and translating these principles into day-to-day service delivery. - Experience of overseeing high-quality case management, support planning, recording and quality assurance processes that improve outcomes for clients. - Experience of working within contractual and performance frameworks, using data and service information to understand performance and drive improvement. - Knowledge or experience of emergency accommodation, severe weather provision or service responding to rough sleeping would be advantageous. - Ability to provide calm, confident and visible leadership, making sound decisions and maintaining effective oversight in a fast-moving night-time service. - Ability to build credible and collaborative relationships with commissioners, statutory services, voluntary sector partners and colleagues across different disciplines. - Strong organisational and analytical skills, with the ability to balance staffing, performance, quality and financial priorities while maintaining a clear focus on the experience and outcomes of clients. ....Read more...

TST Caseworker

The successful candidate will be required to work 37.5 hours per week, working Monday - Friday, 9AM - 5PM. Temporary cover is required for approximately 1 month.  Please note: this is a hybrid working role which involves working from the office in King Cross, supporting clients across the community and occasionally working from home. In this position, you will be required to: - Hold a caseload of 25 key clients and undertake key working sessions - Co-produce strengths-based and outcome-focused support, safety and move-on plans with clients, engaging clients in assessment and planning of their support needs - Assess client risk and develop risk management strategies with the client, housing provider, and other services delivering support to clients - Work with a range of agencies to ensure clients have access to relevant statutory and non-statutory services and benefits, and accompanying clients at appointments where appropriate - Identify and assess physical and mental health needs with clients, supporting clients to access health and care services, and helping clients improve their health and wellbeing - Support clients to sustain their tenancy, reduce debts and maximise their income - Support clients to identify, access and participate in internal and external activities that will enhance their quality of life e.g. such as Work, education and training opportunities, social inclusion opportunities - Take part in organising, facilitating and delivering activities, drop-in sessions or groups in response to identified client needs or as part of a project wide programme of group work - Report and action safeguarding concerns for children and adults at potential or actual risk of harm and neglect in line with Policies and relevant legislation Please note: this role involves lone working To apply for this role, you must have; - Experience or understanding of the range of approaches appropriate to working with any of the following needs; mental or physical ill health, challenging behaviour, substance misuse, anti-social behaviour and/or offending - Understanding of client needs assessment, onboarding into new accommodation, and move-on planning - Knowledge of, or willingness to learn about, common health issues & the barriers to health access that people experiencing homelessness may encounter - Knowledge of, or willingness to learn about, housing pathways and Move-on routes for people moving from housing with support to independence (hostels, Private Rented Sector, and social housing), and of access to alternative provision (e.g. Supported Housing pathways, emergency accommodation) - Ability to use a range of personalised assessment and support planning tool and approaches, including motivational interviewing, strengths based and trauma informed support interventions, to deliver best practice initial assessments and casework to clients - Ability to deliver successful move in and resettlement support to enable clients to settle into and manage their own tenancy - Ability to effectively collaborate and work in partnership with a range of service providers and agencies in order to establish or improve services for clients. Please note: work related travel expenses/milage will be reimbursed for this role ....Read more...

Team manager - Homelessness

The successful candidate will be required to work 37.5 hours per week. You will work three waking night shifts across Saturday - Wednesday (10-hours shift), and one day shift on Friday (9AM - 5PM/10AM - 6PM). Temporary cover is required for approximately 2-3 months.  Please note: You will be required to work across two services in the Victoria and Kilburn areas. On Fridays, you have the option to work from home, and equipment will be provided. In this position, you will be expected to; - Lead the mobilisation and day-to-day operation of the Cold Weather Shelter, ensuring staffing, systems and operational arrangements enable a safe and effective response throughout the winter period. - Lead, motivate and develop the CWS Coordinator, Shift Leads, Night Support Workers and temporary colleagues, creating a cohesive team with clear expectations and shared purpose. - Coordinate recruitment, induction and deployment of the winter workforce, ensuring appropriately skilled staff are available to meet changing service demand - Embed trauma-informed and psychologically informed approaches, supporting staff to understand how trauma, exclusion and multiple disadvantage may affect behaviour and engagement. - Provide regular supervision, reflective practice and development opportunities that strengthen staff confidence, capability and wellbeing. - Provide strong oversight of safeguarding, ensuring concerns are identified, responded to, recorded and escalated appropriately. - Oversee accommodation, engagement, wellbeing and safeguarding outcomes, identifying where further intervention or partnership support is required. - Ensure clients remain connected with relevant outreach, housing, health and community services to support continuity of care and move-on. - Develop effective relationships with Westminster City Council and contribute to contract monitoring and service review arrangements. - Work within agreed budgets and delegated authority, identifying and escalating emerging financial or performance pressures. - Work collaboratively with outreach, housing, health and community partners to support coordinated responses for people accessing the shelter To apply for this role, you must have; - Significant experience of managing services supporting people experiencing homelessness, rough sleeping or multiple disadvantage, including supported housing, outreach or other relevant settings. - Experience of leading, motivating and developing staff teams within a demanding service environment, including managing performance and supporting staff wellbeing. - Strong knowledge and practical experience of safeguarding adults, risk management and responding effectively to incidents and serious concerns. - Experience of implementing trauma-informed and psychologically informed approaches and translating these principles into day-to-day service delivery. - Experience of overseeing high-quality case management, support planning, recording and quality assurance processes that improve outcomes for clients. - Experience of working within contractual and performance frameworks, using data and service information to understand performance and drive improvement. - Knowledge or experience of emergency accommodation, severe weather provision or service responding to rough sleeping would be advantageous. - Ability to provide calm, confident and visible leadership, making sound decisions and maintaining effective oversight in a fast-moving night-time service. - Ability to build credible and collaborative relationships with commissioners, statutory services, voluntary sector partners and colleagues across different disciplines. - Strong organisational and analytical skills, with the ability to balance staffing, performance, quality and financial priorities while maintaining a clear focus on the experience and outcomes of clients. ....Read more...

Activities Co-ordinator

The RoleWe are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and creative individual to join our supported accommodation service as the activities coordinator, which is a new role being introduced at the service. The role is to create meaningful and recreational opportunities for the young men aged 18-25 years old living at our service in Manchester.At Salvation Army Homes we are committed to a person centred, advantaged thinking and trauma informed approach to support. Our co-production goals, seek to ensure young people’s voices are recognised throughout all aspects of the organisation.The activities coordinator reports to the service manager.What you’ll be doing Supporting young people engage in meaningful activities i.e. education, training and employment.Creating and delivering an activities calendar, that reflects the needs, expressions and interests of our young people.Contributing towards our co-production commitment, ensuring young people’s influence is recognised in all aspects of the organisation.Networking with local partners/community groups to establish opportunities for young people.What you’ll bring A passion for serving young people, ensuring their voices are heard and respected throughout all aspects of supported accommodation.An understanding of youth homelessness and/or supported accommodation.An ability to contribute to/work towards the goals of a service development plan.Working Arrangements The role is service based at The Limes, Longsight, Manchester.The role requires some evening and weekend work, as part of a rolling rota.Our OfferIn return, we offer a competitive and supportive benefits package, including:26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 daysWestfield Healthcare Cash Back Plan (including cashback for optical, dental, therapies, plus 24/7 GP access and counselling support)Matched pension scheme up to 6% (with salary sacrifice option)Enhanced family leave from day one, including enhanced maternity/adoption and paternity payOccupational sick payFinancial support options, including season ticket loans, emergency loans, mortgage advice and wellbeing supportPaid volunteering daysCycle to Work SchemeDiscounted private medical insuranceSupport to learn, broaden your skills and develop your careerA fun and inclusive work culture where individual differences are valued and championedClosing date: 09 November 2026 (please note we may close the vacancy early if we receive a large volume of applications)About UsFounded in 1959, Salvation Army Homes is a registered provider and exempt charity, and a subsidiary of The Salvation Army. We are a specialist provider of housing and support services across England, owning and managing around 4,500 homes in partnership with 79 local authorities. We provide general needs housing, supported accommodation, and homes for older people.If you join our passionate staff team you will be contributing to our mission; “Safe Homes. Transform Lives” where you will make a positive difference to residents, who are at the heart of everything we do.Guaranteed interview scheme: Please let us know if you have a disability, are a Salvation Army Homes resident or ex-resident, are a care leaver, or ex veteran as we guarantee an interview if you meet the minimum requirements of the role.As an equal opportunities’ employer, Salvation Army Homes is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We invite and welcome applications to apply for Salvation Army Homes opportunities without concern of bias or discrimination. If you require any adjustments or support to enable you to participate fully in the selection process, please let us know. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience. ....Read more...

Relief Support Worker

Salvation Army HomesThe RoleOur Graham House service is Ofsted registered and provides 24/7 support to 10 young people 16+. We support young people to strive for independence through tenancy training, education and employment in partnership with social care. Our support is tailored to individual needs and risks and our team share a passion for making a difference in young people's life journeys.Our relief support workers work as part of our wider team to offer trauma informed support to young people from 16-30 across our young people accommodation services in North Somerset.Working covering gaps in our 24/7 rota created by staff sickness, annual leave and staff shortages as part of a wider service in North Somerset, which includes young parents and Unaccompanied Asylum Seeker Children. Our staff work across all services offering out of hours support to those buildings not staffed 24/7.What you’ll be doing  Working with us to ensure we meet Ofsted Standards for our supported housing servicesWorking with us to meet the needs of our young peopleEnsuring that all safeguarding concerns are responded to appropriately and actions taken to safeguard our residents and manage risksSupporting us in the co production of our service developmentKeeping concise electronic records on a variety of databases and systems.What you’ll bring  Relevant experience and passion for supporting young peopleStrong desire to improve the lives of young peopleExperience of a variety of software systemsValues-driven approach aligned to our missionAbility to work flexibly to cover a 24/7 rota as part of our team, in particular sleep in and weekend shifts.A current UK driving licence, access to a car and willingness to travel to other sites in North Somerset as required.Willingness to complete SAH core training and induction programme within agree timescalesWillingness to attend continued training both internal and external training and travel to accommodate.Working ArrangementsShort paragraph to let candidate know the working arrangements for the role:This role is based within our North Somerset Services and may include overnight sleep-in shift which is paid an hourly sleep-in rate in addition to hourly rate.The role will include lone working hours.The role is required to cover relief hours as needed to ensure we have 24/7 staff presence on our 4-week rolling rotaClosing date: 08 November 2026 (please note we may close the vacancy early if we receive a large volume of applications)About The CompanyA registered social landlord and one of the leading providers of supported housing in the UK, Salvation Army Homes is dedicated to transforming lives by providing accommodation and support for some of the most vulnerable members of society - mainly people with complex needs and/or experiencing homelessness.Our aim is to work with individuals to build on their strengths, creating person centred, individualised strategies and plans that transform lives, support recovery and enable positive behaviour. In order to succeed, however, we need the right people in place. Our workforce is one of our greatest assets, but only by recruiting the very best can we continue to deliver comprehensive, good quality housing services, support and resettlement. services to our residents. That’s where you come in.As an equal opportunities’ employer, Salvation Army Homes is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We invite and welcome applications to apply for Salvation Army Homes opportunities without concern of bias or discrimination. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. ....Read more...

Independent Living Skills Coach

Salvation Army HomesWe have an exciting opportunity for two Independent Living Skills Coach to join our team in Manchester.Working in an environment that is dedicated to providing comprehensive, good quality housing services, support and resettlement, you will work with people who are or have recently experienced homelessness and who are in need of support and accommodation. Assessing needs, building trust, enabling and unlocking our clients potential to live independently, you will need to get to know your clients, enhance their social integration and abilities by encouraging them to participate in social and leisure programmes, help residents with their support needs and with the practicalities of everyday living.What you’ll be doing Act as a keyworker to a caseload of residents, coproducing their personal “My Journey” plan and enabling them to achieve their goals and aspirationsWork with residents using a coaching approach, addressing their physical, emotional, social and behavioural needs, supporting them to progress towards independenceBuild supportive relationships with residents living in our services whilst maintaining professional boundariesDeal with challenging behaviour in a trauma informed way, keeping within the boundaries of policies and procedures.Completing Support and risk management plans, undertaking regular reviews to ensure goals are identified and achievedWhat you’ll bring Be a confident and capable communicator, with the ability to de-escalate difficult situationsBe able to build trusting, professional relationships and have a high level of resilience.Take an asset-based approach to empowering people to develop their skills, strengths and talents.Have good knowledge or experience of working with homeless people, and / or supporting vulnerable people or groups,Understand or learn about community resources and organisations that can help our clientsWorking Arrangements Service based in ManchesterRota based including weekendsOur OfferIn return, we offer a competitive and supportive benefits package, including:26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 daysWestfield Healthcare Cash Back Plan (including cashback for optical, dental, therapies, plus 24/7 GP access and counselling support)Matched pension scheme up to 6% (with salary sacrifice option)Enhanced family leave from day one, including enhanced maternity/adoption and paternity payOccupational sick payFinancial support options, including season ticket loans, emergency loans, mortgage advice and wellbeing supportPaid volunteering daysCycle to Work SchemeDiscounted private medical insuranceSupport to learn, broaden your skills and develop your careerA fun and inclusive work culture where individual differences are valued and championedAbout The CompanyFounded in 1959, Salvation Army Homes is a registered provider and exempt charity, and a subsidiary of The Salvation Army. We are a specialist provider of housing and support services across England, owning and managing around 4,500 homes in partnership with 79 local authorities. We provide general needs housing, supported accommodation, and homes for older people.If you join our passionate staff team you will be contributing to our mission; “Safe Homes. Transform Lives” where you will make a positive difference to residents, who are at the heart of everything we do.Guaranteed interview scheme: Please let us know if you have a disability, are a Salvation Army Homes resident or ex-resident, are a care leaver, or ex veteran as we guarantee an interview if you meet the minimum requirements of the role.As an equal opportunities’ employer, Salvation Army Homes is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We invite and welcome applications to apply for Salvation Army Homes opportunities without concern of bias or discrimination. If you require any adjustments or support to enable you to participate fully in the selection process, please let us know. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience. ....Read more...

Independent Living Skills Coach

Salvation Army HomesThe RoleThis is a key post contributing to the delivery of Salvation Army Homes' support services to its residents at West Farm and associated training flats. Working within our corporate aims and objectives you will deliver a person centred, outcome focused service to the young people we work with. You will be responsible for working in a strength based, trauma informed way to empower and enable young people to develop the skills to reach their full potential and move towards independence.What you’ll be doingAct as a keyworker to a caseload of young people, coproducing their personal “My Journey” plan and enabling them to achieve their goals and aspirations • Work with young people using a coaching approach, addressing their physical,  emotional, social and behavioural needs, supporting them to progress towards independence   • Build supportive relationships with the young people living in our services whilst maintaining professional boundaries  • Deal with challenging behaviour in a trauma informed way, keeping within the boundaries of policies and procedures. • Keep records of support, and risk management plans, undertaking regular reviews to ensure goals are identified and achieved  • To ensure that young people who are ready to move on have an appropriate network • To work with you line manager to continuously develop the role and the service in line with Salvation Army Home’s mission and values  • To participate in regular supervision and annual appraisal to help identify your own training and development needs • To work within Salvation Army Homes' safeguarding policy and procedures, ensuring a person-centred and contextual approach to safeguarding and that appropriate action is taken in order to safeguard the wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk, protecting them from harm whilst respecting their rights, wishes and feelings Administration Duties • Regularly record on Salvation Army Homes' IT reporting system to ensure all information is available to all staff.What you’ll bring • Experience of or knowledge related to working with young people  • Proven capacity to deal successfully with difficult and complex situations   • Understanding of wider support and funding opportunities available for engaging young  people  • Experience of supporting vulnerable people or groups and essential experience and behavioursOur Offer In return, we offer a competitive and supportive benefits package, including: 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days  Westfield Healthcare Cash Back Plan (including cashback for optical, dental, therapies, plus 24/7 GP access and counselling support)  Matched pension scheme up to 6% (with salary sacrifice option)  Enhanced family leave from day one, including enhanced maternity/adoption and paternity pay  Occupational sick pay  Financial support options, including season ticket loans, emergency loans, mortgage advice and wellbeing support  Paid volunteering days  Cycle to Work Scheme  Discounted private medical insurance  Support to learn, broaden your skills and develop your career  A fun and inclusive work culture where individual differences are valued and championedClosing date: 09 November 2026 (please note we may close the vacancy early if we receive a large volume of applications)  About The CompanyA registered social landlord and one of the leading providers of supported housing in the UK, Salvation Army Homes is dedicated to transforming lives by providing accommodation and support for some of the most vulnerable members of society - mainly people with complex needs and/or experiencing homelessness.Our aim is to work with individuals to build on their strengths, creating person centred, individualised strategies and plans that transform lives, support recovery and enable positive behaviour. In order to succeed, however, we need the right people in place. Our workforce is one of our greatest assets, but only by recruiting the very best can we continue to deliver comprehensive, good quality housing services, support and resettlement. services to our residents. That’s where you come in.As an equal opportunities’ employer, Salvation Army Homes is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We invite and welcome applications to apply for Salvation Army Homes opportunities without concern of bias or discrimination. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. ....Read more...

Finance Assistant

Finance AssistantSalary: £29,000 to £31,000 per annum (pro rata for part-time hours) Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire (hybrid working available) Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (30 hours considered for the right candidate) Contract: 12-month fixed term contractImmediate availability beneficialWorking Hours and Hybrid WorkingThe role is 37.5 hours per week, although 30 hours per week may be considered for the right candidate.Hybrid working is available, with an initial requirement to work from the office on Mondays and Tuesdays to support the handover with the current Finance Assistant.From January, Tuesdays will be a required office day, with some flexibility around the remaining working days. Ideally, candidates will be able to attend the office for a minimum of two days per week.About LatchLatch is a Leeds-based charity providing housing and support to people who are homeless or in housing need. We are looking for an experienced and organised Finance Assistant to join our team and support the effective management of our day-to-day financial operations.This is an opportunity to take responsibility for a varied range of finance duties, working closely with the Finance Director, CEO, colleagues and external partners.Main Purpose of the RoleTo manage day-to-day financial matters throughout Latch, providing support to the Finance Director, CEO, other staff and external partners as required.You will ensure that agreed financial policies and procedures are followed at all times, enabling effective financial control over income, assets and liabilities.Main ResponsibilitiesOperational Process daily bank transactions via automatic bank feeds into QuickBooks.Complete monthly bank reconciliations.Process supplier invoices and prepare weekly payment runs.Process and pay staff expense claims.Process donations and update donations analysis.Take responsibility for Rent Cards, including creating new accounts and processing four-weekly Housing Benefit payments from Leeds City Council.Liaise with relevant staff regarding rent and service charge income and the monitoring of tenant debtors.Maintain recurring invoice templates in QuickBooks for all tenants and allocate payments received.Manage the Latch Expend account (reloadable debit card).Process month-end journals in QuickBooks, including prepayments, accruals, deferred income and payroll.Update the Finance Void Property Tracker and process the monthly journal.Produce and issue the monthly Management Accounts pack and departmental Cost Control Reports.Support the Finance Director with all aspects of the annual audit.Undertake other ad hoc duties as required. Accounting Systems and Processing Oversee financial processing and bookkeeping relating to income, expenditure and banking, ensuring accurate accounting systems and financial records are maintained.Maintain Latch's financial software systems, including adding or amending accounts and funding streams as necessary.Ensure adequate systems of internal control are maintained, regularly reviewed and benchmarked against best practice guidance. Organisational Responsibilities Comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act, reporting accidents, incidents and near misses in accordance with organisational procedures.Consider environmental issues throughout service delivery and take appropriate measures to minimise environmental impact.Act in accordance with Latch's Equality and Diversity Policy. Person SpecificationKnowledge and Experience Relevant finance experience in a similar role.Knowledge and experience of maintaining robust financial accounting and software systems. Skills and Abilities Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.Ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload to meet agreed deadlines.Comfortable working independently and using your own initiative.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with experience of working across teams.Strong IT skills, including advanced Microsoft Office skills and significant experience using Excel.A commitment to equal opportunities, diversity and ensuring fair and inclusive working practices. Education and Training AAT qualification or equivalent experience. Desirable Experience Experience using QuickBooks Online.Experience using Dext Prepare.Experience managing rental income and/or Housing Benefits.Knowledge of property management.Knowledge of homelessness and housing-related support.Knowledge of charitable and public funding structures. How to ApplyIf you have relevant finance experience, excellent attention to detail and are confident managing a varied workload, we will welcome your application.Please apply with your up-to-date CV.  INDLSEquals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful. ....Read more...