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Support Worker (LIFT Project)

26,490 per year
Sheffield
Full-time
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Support Worker - LIFT

Department

LIFT

Employment Type

Full-Time, Permanent

Minimum Experience

Experienced

Compensation

26,490.00

Job Title: Support Worker (LIFT Project)
Location: Sheffield
Job Type: Full-Time

About Us
Target Housing is a charity and registered social landlord with over 30 years’ experience supporting vulnerable people. We take a psychologically and trauma-informed approach to help individuals achieve independence, sustain tenancies, and build better futures.

Role Overview
We are seeking a Support Worker to deliver high-quality housing-related support within our LIFT project. You will work closely with service users to help them maintain their tenancies, develop independent living skills, and achieve personal goals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support service users to move into, maintain, and transition from accommodation
  • Deliver person-centred support plans and review progress regularly
  • Empower individuals to build confidence, independence, and life skills
  • Assist with budgeting, benefits, and managing personal finances
  • Ensure service users understand and meet tenancy obligations, including rent payments
  • Monitor property condition and occupancy, addressing any issues promptly
  • Conduct risk assessments and maintain accurate records
  • Support individuals in resolving conflicts and building positive relationships
  • Work collaboratively with external agencies and professionals
  • Contribute to activities that promote wellbeing and community engagement
  • Participate in on-call duties, team meetings, and training

Person Specification

  • Knowledge of the welfare benefits system
  • Experience in risk assessment and support planning
  • Experience working with vulnerable adults or in supported housing
  • Understanding of relevant legislation
  • Ability to work in partnership with external agencies
  • NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (desirable)

Key Competencies

  • Customer focus and integrity
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills
  • Sound judgment and confidence in decision-making
  • Good planning and organisational ability
  • Relevant technical knowledge

Benefits

  • 28 days of Annual Leave plus 8 Bank Holidays
  • Allocated training
  • Mileage Compensation
  • Access Membership to Westfield Health & Lifetime Financial
  • Ability to apply for the Blue Light card
  • Employer Contributory Company pension scheme (4%)
  • A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted

Location

Rotherham, South Yorkshire

Department

LIFT

Employment Type

Full-Time, Permanent

Minimum Experience

Experienced

Compensation

26,490.00