3 months contract with a local authority

Job Purpose

The postholder will assess needs and risks, provide practical advice and support, and coordinate interventions that help individuals move away from the streets. The role also provides ongoing sustainment support to people moving into temporary accommodation, supported housing, or independent living, helping them stabilise, develop independence, and sustain their accommodation..

Key Duties/Accountabilities

Deliver proactive outreach to people sleeping rough or at risk of rough sleeping
Identify and engage individuals through street outreach, referrals, and partnership working
Carry out welfare and safety checks, including during evenings or weekends where required
Build trusting, professional relationships using a trauma‑informed and strengths‑based approach
Assess individuals’ needs, risks, and circumstances, including mental health, substance use, safeguarding, and housing status
Develop and deliver personalised support plans aimed at reducing harm and moving people away from the streets
Provide accurate advice and information on housing options, benefits, health services, and specialist support

Essential Experience Required

Experience working with people who are homeless, sleeping rough, or facing multiple disadvantage
Experience delivering outreach, support work, or case management in a housing, health, or social care setting
Experience undertaking needs and risk assessments and providing practical support

Essential Qualifications Required

Relevant qualification or equivalent experience in housing, homelessness, social care, or a related field
Understanding of trauma‑informed practice and safeguarding principles

Additional information to note

The role closes on 9^th April, apply ASAP.

Outreach and Sustainment Officer