Details:
- Salary: £26,421 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Leicestershire
- Date: 5 days ago
Description:
Dispersed Accommodation Practitioner
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire
Salary: £26,421 per annum (pro rata)
Hours: 22.5, 28 or 37 hours per week
Contract: Fixed term until 31 March 2027
We have 3 positions available for Dispersed Accommodation Practitioners to provide practical, emotional and personal development support to adults and children affected by domestic abuse living in dispersed accommodation.
The Role
Provide one-to-one support, safety planning and practical assistance.
Support clients with housing, tenancy and welfare needs.
Complete regular property visits and ensure accommodation is safe and well maintained.
Complete assessments, support plans, risk assessments and case records.
Liaise with safeguarding, housing, health and other partner agencies.
Support clients to access community services and move-on accommodation.
Advocate for clients and represent them at meetings where required.
Work alongside colleagues and volunteers to deliver a high-quality service.
Participate in occasional evening and weekend work when required.
What We're Looking For
Experience supporting vulnerable adults and children.
Understanding of domestic abuse and its impact.
Experience in refuge, hostel, supported accommodation or a similar setting is desirable.
Knowledge of safeguarding and multi-agency working.
Strong communication, organisation and administration skills.
Ability to complete assessments, support plans and case records.
Commitment to equality, diversity and non-discriminatory practice.
Full driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
Enhanced DBS required.Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.
If this sounds like it could be of interest, please call the team on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed)