Central Recruitment is working with a prominent national homelessness charity, whose work includes supporting and accommodating young people. Our client is currently recruiting for a Progression Coach to work in the Didsbury area at a 12-bed service providing support to young people aged 16-25 to help them move from hostel living to their own independent accommodation. * 37.5 hours per week * Monday - Friday (rota basis) * Shifts: 07:30 - 15:00 and 14:30 - 22:00 (rotating weekly between early and late shifts) * Temporary: approximately 2 months, with the possibility of extension * £15.59 per hour (£13.91 per hour £1.68 holiday pay) This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people. Key responsibilities: * Hold a caseload of 6 key clients, delivering regular key work sessions with SMART outcomes-based support plans * Complete comprehensive risk and needs assessments * Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all clients, following safeguarding and emergency procedures * Deliver 1:1 and group support opportunities aimed at increasing resilience * Work in partnership with multiple agencies including statutory teams * Provide flexible, personalised and client-centred support * Support clients to participate in Education, Training, Employment and Volunteering opportunities * Maintain a safe environment through health and safety checks and reporting * Prepare rooms for new clients and support them to settle into the service * Support and facilitate the work of the volunteers What we’re looking for: * Experience working with young people or those who have experienced homelessness * Understanding of the needs of people who have experienced homelessness, mental health and substance misuse * Knowledge of risk assessments and support planning * Understanding of safeguarding procedures * Commitment to maintaining high health and safety standards. * Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills 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