Central Recruitment is working with a prominent national homelessness charity, whose work includes supporting and accommodating young people. Our client is currently recruiting for two Progression Coaches to work in the Durham area at a service providing supported accommodation for young people (aged 18) to help them move on to their own independent accommodation. * Role 1: 37.5 hours per week (Monday – Friday), 09:00 - 17:00 * Role 2: 37.5 hours per week (Monday – Sunday), 14:00 - 22:00 * Both roles are temporary: approximately 3 months * £13.87 per hour (£12.38 per hour, with £1.49 holiday pay) Please note: this role involves lone working Key responsibilities: * Hold a caseload of 8 clients, delivering regular key working sessions and reviewing agreed support plans * Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all clients, following safeguarding and emergency procedures * Provide personalised, flexible and creative support encouraging client participation * Collaborate with external agencies to support clients, adhering to data protection protocols * Support clients to access Education, Training, Employment and Volunteering opportunities * Contribute to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment, including preparing accommodation * Assist with volunteer coordination and promote client involvement initiatives * Maintain clear, accurate records * Manage building security What we’re looking for: * 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 and knowledge of risk assessments, support planning, safeguarding and health and safety procedures * Experience 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 Further requirements: In order to register with Central Recruitment Services for temporary agency work, candidates must meet the following criteria: * Current valid right to work in the UK * Minimum 12 months’ of paid experience in a front line social care role within the last 3 years* (unless recruitment criteria states otherwise) * A fully enhanced DBS either registered on the DBS update service or issued within the last 12 months, or willingness to apply for one through Central (at a cost of £60) * Employment or education history to cover the last 5 years which can be verified through the referencing process How to apply: If you feel that you fully meet the above outlined criteria for this role and would like apply for this post, please forward your CV for consideration. *Please note the outlined experience is the 'minimum' first stage criteria, and we will therefore be unable to consider your application unless you are able to demonstrate a relevant work history in line with this position