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Why Us?
It’s time to join West Lancs as we embark on delivering our new and ambitious Vision and Priorities. With a focus on environmental sustainability, generating economic prosperity, building inclusive & healthy communities and financial resilience, we are looking for exceptional candidates to help shape our future. You will be joining an organisation that puts its customers first, takes responsibility and works together with a can-do attitude, all while challenging the status quo to deliver exceptional outcomes for our communities.
Your Role!
As part of our team, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals experiencing homelessness who are living in temporary accommodation or accessing the Rough Sleepers Support Service. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management and monitoring of designated temporary accommodation, ensuring it is safe, well-maintained, and effectively used. Alongside this, you will provide practical and person-centred support to residents, helping them access appropriate services and move towards more stable housing. A key focus of the role is to help prevent and reduce rough sleeping across West Lancashire by engaging with individuals, building trust, and enabling them to access the support they need during a challenging period in their lives.
To find out more about West Lancashire Borough Council, Please follow the link to access our Recruitment Pack and view the attached Role Profile below.
About You!
We are looking for someone who is compassionate, resilient, and committed to making a difference in the lives of people experiencing homelessness. You will have strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and engage effectively with individuals who may have complex needs. You will be proactive, able to work both independently and as part of a team, and confident in managing challenging situations with empathy and professionalism. Experience of working in housing, support services, or with vulnerable people would be an advantage, along with a genuine passion for helping others move towards stability and independence.
Lancashire Borough Council welcomes your application.