Practical Skills Worker
Are you a proactive and hands-on Practical Skills Worker who can support people moving into and sustaining safe, independent accommodation across Southend-on-Sea.
Salary: £28000pa
Contract: 12-month fixed term
Location: Southend-on-Sea (community-based with some hub working)
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 13th January 2026
About the Role:
As a Practical Skills Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals to transition successfully into independent accommodation. You will provide responsive, practical support that reduces tenancy breakdown and promotes long-term wellbeing and independence.
This is a hands-on, varied role that involves helping residents move safely into their new homes, ensuring properties are ready for occupation, and supporting people to develop the essential skills needed to sustain their tenancy.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Assisting with move-in tasks such as property checks, furniture assembly, transporting belongings and ensuring basic safety standards.
2. Carrying out void, pre-void and move-in checks and helping to arrange essential works or furniture replacements.
3. Coaching residents in practical skills including meter readings, registering utilities, cleaning routines, waste management and basic household maintenance.
4. Providing early tenan...