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Posted 21 July, 2026

Community Support Casework Officer

pyramid8
Castleford, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Do you enjoy helping people, solving problems and making a positive difference in local communities? We're looking for a dedicated Casework Officer to manage a varied caseload, support customers through challenging situations and work with partner agencies to deliver lasting solutions.

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This is a rewarding, fast-paced role where you'll take ownership of cases from start to finish, ensuring customers receive excellent service while helping to build safer, stronger neighbourhoods.

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What you'll be doing:

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  • Managing a diverse caseload, ensuring cases are progressed efficiently and in line with policies and procedures.
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  • Investigating tenancy-related issues, including anti-social behaviour and nuisance complaints.
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  • Providing support to customers, witnesses and victims, making referrals to specialist agencies where appropriate.
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  • Working closely with internal teams, local authorities, the police and partner organisations to resolve complex cases.
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  • Preparing reports, statutory notices and legal documentation where required.
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  • Supporting legal proceedings by preparing evidence and attending court as a witness when necessary.
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  • Carrying out home visits and maintaining regular contact with customers throughout their case.
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  • Identifying safeguarding or support needs and signposting customers to relevant services.
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  • Promoting safe, sustainable communities through a proactive and customer-focused approach.
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What we're looking for:

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  • Experience managing complex casework within housing, local government, customer services, enforcement or a similar environment.
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  • Strong communication, investigation and problem-solving skills.
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  • The ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.
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  • Confidence dealing with sensitive and sometimes challenging situations with professionalism and empathy.
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  • Excellent written, IT and organisational skills.
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  • A flexible approach to working, including occasional out-of-hours commitments when required.
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  • A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential, as this role involves regular travel within the community.
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If you're passionate about supporting customers, resolving complex issues and making a real impact in your local community, we'd love to hear from you.