Housing Support Officer

An opportunity is available for a Supported Housing Officer / Customer Support Coordinator with a housing provider delivering supported accommodation and housing-related services to adults across Bristol and South Gloucestershire.

The role provides frontline support across two six-bedroom supported housing services , working with adults aged 18+ who may have additional needs, including mental health support needs. The focus is on helping residents develop independent living skills, prepare for employment and successfully move into longer-term accommodation, alongside day-to-day housing management.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly welfare checks and monthly support plan reviews.
• Provide person-centred, housing-related support to promote independence and employment readiness.
• Maintain accurate electronic case notes, support plans and service records.
• Monitor rent, Housing Benefit and service charges, supporting residents with payment issues.
• Liaise with partner agencies to support successful move-on and access to grants.
• Assess prospective residents and coordinate lettings, move-ins and voids.
• Complete routine health and safety checks, including fire alarm testing.
• Manage your own diary and effectively divide your time between two services.
• Work autonomously while maintaining a strong focus on resident wellbeing and safeguarding.

About You

• Previous experience supporting vulnerable adults , ideally in supported housing, homelessness or a housing-related setting.
• Person-centred approach with the ability to encourage independence.
• Strong IT and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage your own workload and travel between locations.
• Knowledge of Housing Benefit, rent monitoring, service charges, voids and lettings is desirable.
• Enhanced DBS required due to lone-working responsibilities; an existing recent certificate is preferred.
• Driving licence and access to transport desirable but not essential .

Benefits

• £20.00 per hour via Umbrella
• 36 hours per week
• Temporary assignment 2-3 months with potential to extend
• Immediate start available
• Fully site-based role across Bristol and South Gloucestershire
• Flexible working patterns may be considered, including 8am4pm, 9am5pm, varied daily hours or a nine-day fortnight , subject to service requirements
• Remote interview available

If you have experience supporting vulnerable adults and are available for an immediate temporary opportunity, apply now or contact Olivia at for more information.

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