Job Description
Housing Support Worker
A rewarding opportunity with two positions available supporting individuals across refuge, outreach, and helpline services, using your safeguarding knowledge and communication skills.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you:
Support Coordinator, Domestic Abuse Support Worker, Housing Support Officer, Outreach Support Worker, Community Support Advisor
This role is known within the organisation as a Flexible Support Officer
** 2 positions available **
SALARY: £25,526 - £26,869 per annum + Benefits
LOCATION: Oxford, Oxfordshire (OX4)
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday
KEY REQUIREMENT: Candidates MUST hold a full, clean driving licence with access to their own vehicle
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Housing Support Worker supporting clients experiencing domestic abuse and helping them access safe, sustainable options.
As a Housing Support Worker you will deliver tailored support, respond to helpline enquiries, and work closely with internal teams and external partners to promote safety and wellbeing across community care and support services.
Working as a Housing Support Worker you’ll manage referrals, complete needs assessments, maintain accurate records, and play a key role in safeguarding, advocacy, and move-on support.
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DUTIES
Your duties as the Housing Support Worker include:
* Providing Tailored Support: Deliver individualised support to clients across refuge, outreach, and helpline services
* Managing Referrals: Oversee referrals and conduct comprehensive needs assessments
* Supporting Tenancies: Offer guidance on tenancy rights, responsibilities, and housing options
* Working in Partnership: Collaborate with internal teams and external professionals including police and healthcare services
* Facilitating Group Work: Support and deliver group sessions for clients
* Responding to Enquiries: Handle helpline queries with empathy and professionalism
* Advocating for Clients: Champion client needs and support safe move-on pathways
* Maintaining Records: Keep accurate case notes and contribute to safeguarding processes
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
* Proven experience of working directly with vulnerable clients or individuals affected by domestic abuse
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage competing priorities
* Basic IT skills with a willingness to learn new systems
* A compassionate, proactive, and collaborative approach to support work
* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
* GCSEs (or equivalent)
BENEFITS
* 25 days’ holiday (Plus Bank Holidays)
* Up to 8% contributory pension
* Annual allowance of up to £300 for health and lifestyle benefits
The organisation recognises that some people will only apply for a role if they meet 100% of role requirements. If this sounds like you, they’d still encourage you to apply should you not feel you meet the criteria 100%.
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JOB REF: AWDO-P14174
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