Housing Support Worker (Female) Oxford Young Parents' Service 12 Weeks, Temp to Perm 35 Hours per week £25,148 - £30,443
A housing association are recruiting for a Housing Support Worker within their Female only service in Oxford. This role is a fantastic opportunity to support young parents and help them on their journey toward independent living.
THE ROLE As a Housing Support Worker, you will provide essential support to young parents, helping them maintain their tenancies and achieve personal goals. Responsibilities include:
Promote independence and choice as a keyworker to residents
Conduct health and safety checks and report maintenance issues
Assess new tenants and allocate rooms based on procedures
Provide advice on tenancy management and housing benefits
Ensure room checks, void procedures, and minimal void periods
Conduct risk assessments and liaise with partner agencies
Facilitate user participation and informed decision-making
THE CANDIDATE We are looking for someone with previous experience in a customer-facing role and a genuine desire to help young people. The ideal candidate will have:
Experience motivating individuals with complex issues such as substance misuse or mental health challenges
Awareness of safeguarding processes
Knowledge of housing benefits, Universal Credit, and local support agencies
Ability to assess and manage risk effectively
Excellent communication and organisational skills
You will need a driving license and access to a vehicle for work purposes.
THE CONTRACT
35 Hours Per Week, 09:00 to 17:00 (On-Call rota, phone only, unless an emergency)
12 Weeks, Temp to Perm
£25,148 - £30,443
HOW TO APPLY To apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to lee.mcmillan@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208966 to discuss the role in more detail! If the role is more suited to someone you know, we offer a £250 referral bonus for every successfully referred candidate!
