Salary £10,494 per annum (FTE £26,237) Lords Place and Dragons Tail have an exciting opportunity for a Housing Worker with experience or passion to work within housing management to join our team. You will provide high quality, one to one housing support to our customers giving them the best opportunities, enabling them to maintain their accommodation and own wellbeing. Our Torquay and Brixham based scheme support customers with learning disabilities, physical and sensory disabilities and you will have a designated office in Paignton.
Housing Worker
Torquay and Brixham
15 hours per week
Your duties will include providing a housing related support that achieves organisational targets against rent arrears and voids, ensuring successful tenancy and licence management, followed by move on for customers. We have several part-time opportunities available across Totnes, Torbay and Exeter. For suitable candidates seeking additional hours or a full-time position, we may be able to combine roles across multiple locations.
Your duties will include:
- Ensuring that customers receive appropriate support, encouragement and advice according to their individual needs to enable them to settle into and maintain their accommodation
- Providing a housing related support service working with organisational targets against rent arrears and voids
- Ensuring customers are well informed and consulted about the services provided and available opportunities
- Identifying and acting on any safeguarding concerns
Is this you?
- Experienced or have a passion to work within Supported Housing
- A solution focused thinker with the ability to work creatively
- Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults
- Have excellent communication skills with customers and colleagues
- Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle for work
The benefits of working for Westward include:
- A competitive annual salary of £10,494 per annum (FTE £26,237)
- 26 days annual leave and bank holidays (pro rata)
- Healthcare plan with retail discounts
- Company pension scheme with matched contributions up to 10%
- Training and development opportunities
- Casual dress code
- No personal care responsibilities
- £250 refer a friend scheme
- Colleague recognition awards
In this role the Housing Worker is frequently working on their own in the projects.
Closing date 1st November 2026
Interview dates: 6th and 9th November 2026
We aim to promote an inclusive environment, which attracts people from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences to advance the service we provide, for the benefit of all our employees and communities we support.
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Housing Worker - Lords Place and Dragon's Tail in Paignton employer: Westward Housing Group
Westward Housing Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises collaboration and community impact. With a focus on employee growth, we provide opportunities for professional development and a supportive environment that values innovation in housing solutions. Located in the vibrant town of Newton Abbot, our team enjoys the benefits of agile working arrangements, competitive salaries, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents.
