21 Oct, 2026# Housing Support Worker* CV-Library* DE7, Ilkeston, DerbyshireTemporary Charity### Job DescriptionHousing Support WorkerIndependent Living | Housing Support | Community-Based ServicesLocation: Ilkeston and Ripley, Derbyshire – DE7Pay: £13.50 per hour PAYE | £17.39 per hour UmbrellaContract: Full-time, Mon-Fri 9-5pm | Initially 2-3 months, with potential extensionDriving: Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle essential, mileage will be paid subject to business insurance.Do you have experience supporting people with mental health needs to maintain their accommodation and live independently?Client Snapshot:An established housing and support charity is seeking an experienced Housing Support Worker to assist individuals accessing its independent living services across Derbyshire.The service provides accommodation-based and community support to adults whose mental health affects their ability to manage day-to-day responsibilities and maintain stable housing.Vacancy Brief:We are looking for a confident and compassionate Housing Support Worker to provide practical housing-related support to individuals in the Ilkeston and Ripley areas.You will manage a caseload independently, helping people maintain their tenancies, access appropriate financial support and develop the confidence to live independently.The Responsibilities:\\* Deliver person-centred housing-related support to vulnerable adults.\\* Assist with housing benefit applications, budgeting, welfare entitlements and income maximisation.\\* Help individuals maintain successful tenancies and address rent arrears.\\* Develop and review support plans, risk assessments and individual goals.\\* Support people experiencing mental health difficulties and other complex needs.\\* Work collaboratively with local authorities, housing teams and external agencies.\\* Maintain accurate case notes and records using internal IT systems.Skills and Attributes:\\* Previous experience in supported housing, tenancy sustainment, homelessness or mental health support services.\\* Knowledge of housing benefits, welfare systems and income maximisation.\\* Ability to manage a caseload and work independently.\\* Strong interpersonal, organisational and safeguarding skills.\\* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.\\* Current Enhanced DBS certificate is essential.\\* Reliable availability for the temporary assignment.Keywords for Candidates:Housing Support Worker –Tenancy Support Worker – Outreach Support Worker – Floating Support Worker – Homelessness – Tenancy Sustainment – Young People – Independent Living – Housing Benefits – Supported Housing – Mental Health Support – Income Maximisation – Housing Support – Ilkeston – Ripley – Derbyshire – TemporaryInterested? Contact Oscar Underhill Recruitment with your CV and availability to discuss the opportunity #J-18808-Ljbffr
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