Housing Support Worker * Housing Support / Homelessness Services * Wakefield District, West Yorkshire * £14.00 per hour PAYE | £18.04 per hour Umbrella * Temporary Contract – 3-4 months | 37.5 hours per week Are you experienced in supporting adults experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity? Are you confident managing your own caseload and helping people move towards independent living? Client Snapshot: An opportunity has arisen with an established housing and support provider delivering housing-related support to adults across the Wakefield district who need accommodation or are at risk of homelessness. The service focuses on person-centred support, independence and successful move-on into suitable accommodation. Vacancy Brief: * Housing Support Worker – community-based role covering the Wakefield district. * Three-month temporary assignment, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9-5pm. * Enhanced DBS Certificate is essential. * No weekend, out-of-hours or bank holiday work. * Pay rate: £14.00 per hour PAYE or £18.04 per hour Umbrella. * Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential. * Business mileage reimbursed at the standard HMRC rate, subject to appropriate business-use motor insurance. * Candidates must be able to commit reliably to the full assignment and take on an existing caseload with minimal lead-in time. The Responsibilities: * Manage an existing caseload of adults with housing-related needs, including people at risk of homelessness. * Deliver tailored, person-centred support to vulnerable individuals with complex needs. * Help clients sustain accommodation, build independent living skills and work towards suitable move-on housing. * Apply relevant housing legislation, policies and safeguarding practices. * Work independently and travel between client and service locations across Wakefield. * Maintain accurate case notes, support plans and records; liaise with relevant agencies and partners. Skills and Attributes: * Recent experience in housing support or homelessness services is essential. * Good knowledge of housing legislation and relevant policies. * Proven experience independently managing caseloads and supporting vulnerable people with complex needs. * Strong communication, organisation and person-centred support skills. * Reliable availability and commitment for the full three-month placement. Keywords for Candidates: Housing Support Worker – Homelessness – Tenancy Support Worker – Floating Support Worker – Outreach Support Worker – Housing Officer – Housing-Related Support – Tenancy Sustainment – Independent Living – Move-On Accommodation – Caseload Management – Vulnerable Adults – Wakefield – West Yorkshire – Temporary – Community Support – Housing Jobs Interested? Apply today through Oscar Underhill Recruitment with your updated CV and availability