Floating Support Worker

Central Recruitment is working with a London-based charity dedicated to preventing homelessness and supporting individuals in rebuilding their lives. Our client is recruiting a Floating Support Worker to support clients across London. The service provides flexible, housing-related support to help individuals maintain their independence and sustain their accommodation, regardless of tenure type. * 37.5 hours per week * Monday - Friday * Shifts: Between 08:00 - 18:00 (core hours 10:00 - 16:00) * Temporary: approx. 2 months * £16.69 per hour (£14.89 per hour, with £1.80 holiday pay) Please note: This is a hybrid role. You will be based from the Vauxhall office and work across the community, supporting clients in their own homes. The role involves lone working and requires a minimum of 3 days per week working in the community. Key requirements: * Manage a caseload of up to 27 clients, delivering regular key work sessions and reviewing support plans * Complete comprehensive risk assessments and risk management plans * Provide housing advice, tenancy support and advocacy where required * Support clients to develop independent living, budgeting and household management skills * Assist clients moving into permanent accommodation, including property bids, viewings and resettlement * Liaise with local authority housing teams and landlords * Identify, report and follow up safeguarding concerns and incidents * Liaise with internal teams and external agencies to maximise support and resources * Support clients to access community activities that promote independence * Help clients access education, training and employment opportunities * Contribute to office duties and the drop-in service * Maintain accurate client records in line with policies and procedures What we’re looking for: * Experience of floating support * Experience supporting people with complex needs, including mental health, substance use, homelessness and offending * Understanding of budgeting, benefits, rent arrears and housing options * Experience providing person-centred support to vulnerable clients with complex needs * Ability to complete high-quality needs assessments and risk management plans * Ability to liaise effectively with partner agencies and service providers * Good understanding of safeguarding and risk assessment * Ability to work within a strengths- and recovery-based approach to promote independence * Competent IT skills, including accurate record keeping, emails and report writing Further requirements: In order to register with Central Recruitment Services for temporary agency work, candidates must meet the following criteria: * Current valid right to work in the UK * Minimum 12 months’ of paid experience in a front line social care role within the last 3 years* (unless recruitment criteria states otherwise) * A fully enhanced DBS either registered on the DBS update service or issued within the last 12 months, or willingness to apply for one through Central (at a cost of £60) * Employment or education history to cover the last 5 years which can be verified through the referencing process How to apply: If you feel that you fully meet the above outlined criteria for this role and would like apply for this post, please forward your CV for consideration. *Please note the outlined experience is the 'minimum' first stage criteria, and we will therefore be unable to consider your application unless you are able to demonstrate a relevant work history in line with this position