More than half of our staff team at all levels of the organisation have lived or living experience of homelessness, addiction, or poor mental health. We pride ourselves on being a diverse workforce from different faiths and backgrounds; representative of the Wolverhampton community we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from anyone who meets the criteria in the person specification.
HOMELESS PREVENTION TEAM LEADER
Hours: Full time (35 hrs per week), 12-month contract with possible 3 year extension.
Salary: £30,890 – £34,680 depending on experience
Role Summary
The Team Leader will collaborate with their small team of staff, Good Shepherd’s prevention/move-on support, and PRS landlord engagement to secure new tenancies in the private sector, prevent tenancy breakdowns, and support move-on efforts. The primary focus will be on individuals in temporary accommodation or those owed a statutory homelessness duty, with the objective of reducing both the number and length of temporary accommodation placements.
Download the role description and personal specification
Download the job application support pack
To apply, send a CV and Cover letter/email to: [email protected] or by post to 65 Waterloo Road, Wolverhampton, WV1 4QU. Applications close on midnight on Sunday 18 May 2025.
PREVENTION & MOVE ON WORKER
Hours: Full time (35 hrs per week), 12-month contract with possible 3 year extension.
Salary: £22,750.00 – £28,700.13 depending on experience
Role Summary
This role is for a Key Worker with a strong understanding of housing benefits, discretionary housing payments, and relevant funds. They will be dedicated to preventing homelessness by providing comprehensive support to tenants at risk of losing their homes. This role involves receiving referrals from various sources, including “Call Us First,” direct referrals from landlords, and key partner agencies. The position may focus solely on the Private Rented Sector (PRS) or encompass supported accommodation, housing associations, and social housing.
Download the role description and personal specification
Download the job application support pack
To apply, send a CV and Cover letter/email to: [email protected] or by post to 65 Waterloo Road, Wolverhampton, WV1 4QU. Applications close on midnight on Sunday 18 May 2025.
