Tenancy Sustainment Officer
Company: The Salvation Army
Salary: Not specified
Hours: Part-time
Location: IP4 1JZ
Job type: Permanent
Posting date: 28 Oct 2026
Closing date: 9 Nov 2026
Summary
Working Pattern: Rota, Including some evenings and weekends
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Lyndon House is a Salvation Army Lifehouse located in Ipswich. The centre provides accommodation and support based on individual needs to 39 individuals who are experiencing homelessness.
The role of Tenancy Sustainment Officer with the Salvation Army is an inspirational one and key to achieving successful outcomes for our vulnerable clients. The purpose of the role is to work collaboratively with support colleagues to ensure that licensees/tenants can maintain their licence and tenancies and can access services, taking appropriate action on breaches of licence agreements/tenancies, including antisocial behaviour, and to maximise outcomes for tenants and The Salvation Army.
The successful candidate(s) will be able to demonstrate:
- Level 3 qualification in related field or willingness to work towards it
- Knowledge of the main support needs which are commonly faced by homeless and vulnerable clients
- Ability to work in a busy environment, be solution focused, show good time management skills and can demonstrate ability to prioritise and make decisions under pressure
- Motivation towards supporting vulnerable clients to achieve focussed and positive life outcomes
Appointment will be subject to;
- Satisfactory references
- A criminal record check DBS Disclosures Enhanced - Adult with Adult barred list
- Evidence of your Right to Work in the UK in line with Home Office requirements. As we are not a licensed sponsor, applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Details on how to prove your Right to Work can be found here.
The Salvation Army actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential, and we welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including those with criminal records.
Please note that any Salvation Army employees who are under notice of redundancy and apply for this position will be given priority consideration.
We reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we feel that we have received sufficient applications.
Promoting equality in the workplace and as a disability confident leader scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet all the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy.
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Tenancy Sustainment Officer in Ipswich employer: The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army is an exceptional employer that prioritises a culture of collaboration and purpose-driven work, making it an ideal place for those passionate about making a difference. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have access to continuous training and growth opportunities while working in a supportive environment that values your contributions to safeguarding the community. Located across the UK&I, you will be part of a mission-focused team dedicated to creating a secure and resilient organisation for over 7,000 users.
