Accommodation Support Worker

Job Description

Service Care Solutions has a new and exciting opportunity which has become available working as a Accommodation Support Worker with Rochdale Council

Rochdale Council are currently looking for someone who is happy to work 37 hours per week.

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Accommodation Support Worker to join our Temporary Accommodation team at Rochdale Borough Council.

You will play a crucial role in supporting individuals and families in temporary accommodation, helping them to become tenancy ready and providing advice on housing, benefits, and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Welcome residents into temporary accommodation and provide high-quality support.


• Develop personal housing plans for individuals with complex needs, including mental health and substance abuse issues.


• Work with multi-agency partners to address domestic abuse cases and contribute to safeguarding efforts.


• Assist in the management and turnaround of temporary accommodations, ensuring properties meet health and safety standards.


• Provide advice on housing and homelessness, while maintaining accurate records in line with GDPR regulations.


• Support the delivery of the Safer Homes Scheme and contribute to homelessness prevention strategies.

Essential Criteria:

• Experience in housing, homelessness, or supported accommodation environments.


• Knowledge of homelessness legislation (Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Reduction Act 2017).


• Ability to work collaboratively with partners and multi-agency teams.


• Strong IT skills and experience maintaining accurate electronic records.


• Flexibility to work outside normal hours on a 24/7 rota.

This role is key to Rochdale Borough Council's mission of supporting vulnerable individuals and preventing homelessness.

If you are passionate about making a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply.

Additional Requirements:
Enhanced DBS check, commitment to equality and diversity, and flexibility to work out of hours.

A casual car user allowance is available.

APPLY NOW - Send your CV to John… John.deane@servicecare.org.uk

Why Service Care Solutions?

• A Dedicated consultant specific to your area of work with up to date knowledge on markets and new positions.


• We operate nationwide working with both public and private domains.


• All Compliance paid for including DBS and Social Work registration.


• We operate 3 payrolls per week


• Bring your Job to us bonus of £250


• Refer a friend Bonus of £250