Housing and Support Officer

Housing and Support Officer: Reading and Swindon

Ability is a specialist Housing Association supporting people with a disability to have choice and control over their lives. We provide accessible housing with support enabling people with disabilities to live independent lives as part of their community. As an organisation we go “above and beyond” seeking to deliver excellent services to our residents.

As a Housing and Support Officer you will be managing a patch of approximately 120 self-contained homes, supporting people to live independently and achieve their aspirations through the provision of our intensive housing management service. This involves supporting people to manage their tenancy, budget management as well as developing peoples independent living skills. You will also be undertaking regular estate/scheme inspections ensuring our homes are safe and liaising with local authorities, support providers and local organisations to ensure our residents have the services and supports they need to live independently.

We are seeking someone who is passionate about supported housing and making a real difference. You may already be working in supported housing, housing management or care and support If you have either a housing management or support background with a ‘can do’ attitude, then we would love to hear from you.

For an informal chat about the role, please contact Claudette Mhuri at Ability (phone number removed)

Post requirements

• Car driver with a full licence and use of own vehicle for work

• Able to carry out property visits across the designated area

Here are some key benefits you will receive with this role:

• •Support and Leadership

• Training and development opportunities

• Company healthcare scheme

• 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)

• Contributory pension

• Sick Pay

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Salary: £35,000

Please note, this post requires employment references and clearance by the Disclosure & Barring Service