At a Glance
- Tasks: Support LGBTQ+ youth to prevent homelessness and find safe accommodation.
- Company: akt, the UK's leading LGBTQ+ youth homelessness charity.
- Benefits: Part-time role with a competitive salary and meaningful impact.
- Other info: Join a dedicated team and help shape a safer future for youth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people.
- Qualifications: Experience in support work and a passion for LGBTQ+ advocacy.
The predicted salary is between 24900 - 24900 £ per year.
About Us akt is the UK’s national LGBTQ+ youth homelessness charity.
Founded in 1989, we operate service centres in London, Manchester and Newcastle and provide support across the UK through our Digital Service.
Last year, akt worked with over 1150 vulnerable young people.
We exist because of a simple but powerful thought that no young person should have to choose between a safe home and being who they are.
Today, young LGBTQ+ people are still at an increased risk of homelessness and are twice as likely to end up hidden homeless than their peers. akt provides support and routes to safe homes so that young people can thrive.
The Team
This role sits within akt’s Manchester Services Team and is supervised by the Manchester Services Manager.
Other members of the team include Senior Caseworkers, a Caseworker and a Youth Engagement Worker.
This role is part of the Pathfinder youth homelessness prevention project, running in partnership with GMBOP and the GMCA alongside key delivery partners across Greater Manchester.
Job Summary
Part time temporary position working 28 hours per week and running until 31 March 2029.
Salary: £24,900.00 per year (pro rata hours worked) based on full time equivalent of £31,125.00.
One vacancy, located at our Manchester site.
- Work with LGBTQ+ young people aged 18-25 to prevent homelessness.
- Carry out holistic assessments of the needs of LGBTQ+ young people at risk of homelessness and provide advice, support and advocacy to resolve housing or related issues.
- Find accommodation options and housing solutions for young people; be creative in sourcing new accommodation routes and building relationships with accommodation providers in cooperation with the Services team.
- Assist with embedding akt as a service within Greater Manchester by promoting the organisation to external agencies through presentations and networking events.
- Contribute to and maintain resources and signposting routes to enable young people to engage with appropriate services across Greater Manchester.
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Temporary Caseworker - Manchester employer: Albert Kennedy Trust Ltd
At Albert Kennedy Trust Ltd, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of LGBTQ+ youth. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, providing employees with opportunities for personal and professional growth while working in the vibrant city of Newcastle upon Tyne. Join us to be part of a passionate team that values diversity and is committed to creating a safe space for young people at risk of homelessness.
