Job Description

Job Advert: West Yorkshire Accommodation Adviser

Location: HMP Leeds

Hours: 17.5 hours per week

Grade: 2

Holiday: 30 days + bank and statutory holidays (pro-rata)

Salary: £15 - £20 per hour DOE

Vetting: Enhanced DBS check and HMPPS vetting required

Contract: Temp until April then permanent following contract extension

The Role

Service Care Solutions are seeking a West Yorkshire Accommodation Adviser to provide accommodation support to service users referred by Probation Practitioners. In this dynamic role, you will be part of a dedicated team, working to assess needs, create action plans, and deliver outcomes that enable service users to overcome housing barriers.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct Initial Needs Assessments and create action plans with service users

Provide housing advice, support, and advocacy

Develop relationships with housing providers to secure sustainable accommodation

Engage with challenging service users and motivate them towards achieving their goals

Work collaboratively with a wide range of partners, including the criminal justice sector

Maintain accurate case records and monitor progress

What We Are Looking For

Experience working within the criminal justice or housing sector

Strong communication skills and experience working with diverse service users

Knowledge of housing issues and the Homelessness Reduction Act

Understanding of trauma-informed practice and safeguarding responsibilities

A full UK driving license is preferred

A relevant housing qualification or extensive experience

What We Offer

A full induction and ongoing development

Reflective practice and support to help you succeed in the role

A positive, collaborative work environment

A competitive salary and benefits package

How to Apply

If you are passionate about supporting individuals to rebuild their lives and meet the requirements above, please contact Mark at Service Care Solutions on (phone number removed)(phone number removed) (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for more information.

Referral Bonus

Service Care Solutions offers a £250 referral bonus! If you know someone who would be a great fit for this position and they are successfully placed, you will receive £250 once their probationary period is completed