Peripatetic Night Support Worker Temporary Accommodation x 2

Peripatetic Night Support Worker Temporary Accommodation x 2. £29,071.00-£32,046.00 per year plus shift enhancements. Permanent 37 hours per week. Expected start date start of February. There is a requirement to work day shifts for a few weeks induction. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in the new Temporary Supported Accommodation, for people experiencing homelessness, provided by Swansea Council’s Housing Service.

About the service:

Swansea Council’s Temporary Supported Accommodation will provide accommodation and support for people experiencing homelessness. Our service will run across a 24-hour period 365 days a year.

About the job:

As a Peripatetic Night Support Worker in Temporary Accommodation, you will:

- Provide advice and support on a range of issues faced by residents of the scheme as part of a pathway of support provision from point of homelessness crisis to move on to settled accommodation
- Provide support to address housing issues and/or personal issues, build confidence and ultimately improve residents’ ability to maintain and sustain future accommodation.
- Provide excellent customer service, listening and empathising with residents and showing a desire to help and support
- Contribute to the ongoing development of Temporary Supported Accommodation scheme(s) and homelessness services.

What are we looking for?
- A dynamic, self-motivated and organised individual who is committed to making a real difference.
- A strong communicator and problem solver, able to handle difficult and sometimes volatile situations should they arise.
- Proven experience of working within the social housing sector
- Experience of working in supported accommodation and/or support services which align with the Housing Support Grant guidelines and outcomes framework would be an advantage.

You are welcome to contact Sian Landon, Supported Accommodation Manager , to discuss the opportunity further before you apply. Please email [email protected]

https://www.swansea.gov.uk/media/30266/Llety-Dros-Dro-Gweithiwr-Cymorth-Nos-Peripatetig_Peripatetic-Night-Support-Worker-Temporary-Accommodation_CY_EN/pdf/giLLETYD1.PDF?m=1793352745307

***Please submit a cover letter explaining how you meet the requirements of the role, listed in the person specification contained in the link below . It is important that you submit this information to be considered to be shortlisted for interview to showcase your knowledge, skills and experience appropriately.***