Housing Support Officer
CV-LibraryWest MidlandscontractPosted: 9 June 2026
Apply NowTitle - Housing Support Officer
Contract Length - 6 Months
Rate - Competitve
I’m currently supporting a client with the recruitment of a Housing Support Officer to join a busy supported accommodation service working with young people.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about empowering individuals to build confidence, develop life skills, and move towards greater independence.
Key duties include:
* Providing practical and emotional support to young people within supported accommodation
* Building positive relationships and encouraging engagement with education, employment, and personal goals
* Completing support, risk, and eligibility assessments for new referrals
* Assisting with move-ins, property readiness, and reducing void turnaround times
* Carrying out regular property visits and welfare checks
* Supporting residents to understand and meet occupancy expectations
* Working alongside external professionals and support services to achieve positive outcomes
* Maintaining accurate records, support notes, and tenancy-related documentation
Ideal candidate:
* Previous experience within housing, supported living, youth work, or a similar support setting
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills
* Comfortable managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
* Confident using IT systems and maintaining accurate records
* Ability to build rapport with vulnerable young people and encourage positive engagement
* Flexible, proactive, and able to work independently as well as part of a wider team
Apply above if you're interested
Contract Length - 6 Months
Rate - Competitve
I’m currently supporting a client with the recruitment of a Housing Support Officer to join a busy supported accommodation service working with young people.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about empowering individuals to build confidence, develop life skills, and move towards greater independence.
Key duties include:
* Providing practical and emotional support to young people within supported accommodation
* Building positive relationships and encouraging engagement with education, employment, and personal goals
* Completing support, risk, and eligibility assessments for new referrals
* Assisting with move-ins, property readiness, and reducing void turnaround times
* Carrying out regular property visits and welfare checks
* Supporting residents to understand and meet occupancy expectations
* Working alongside external professionals and support services to achieve positive outcomes
* Maintaining accurate records, support notes, and tenancy-related documentation
Ideal candidate:
* Previous experience within housing, supported living, youth work, or a similar support setting
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills
* Comfortable managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
* Confident using IT systems and maintaining accurate records
* Ability to build rapport with vulnerable young people and encourage positive engagement
* Flexible, proactive, and able to work independently as well as part of a wider team
Apply above if you're interested