Homeless Support Officer
Posted 3 days ago by ClwydAlyn Housing
Salary: £27,020 per annum. Hours: 37 per week Nights (8:30pm - 8:30am). Shifts: Rota including alternate weekends. Closing Date: 11 May 2026.
Make a real difference where it matters mostAt ClwydAlyn, we're on a mission: Together to Beat Poverty. As a Homeless Support Officer, you'll play a vital role in supporting young people and families experiencing homelessness to rebuild their lives and move towards independence.
This is a hands on, people focused role where no two days are the same. Based at Bruton Park, you'll be working in a community setting that supports individuals who may have experienced homelessness or difficult life circumstances. You'll be a consistent, supportive presence, helping residents feel safe, valued, and empowered as they rebuild confidence, develop independent living skills, and move towards more stable futures.
What you'll be doing- Building positive, trusting relationships with residents
- Supporting people to develop independent living skills (cooking, cleaning, budgeting, tenancy management)
- Encouraging access to education, volunteering, apprenticeships, and employment
- Helping residents connect with key services (healthcare, mental health, benefits, substance misuse support)
- Creating a safe, calm and supportive environment overnight
- Keeping accurate records using IT systems
- Bruton Park: Supports parents and their children to build stable, independent futures
You don't need to have done this exact job before but you do need the right mindset.
- Empathy and a genuine understanding of people facing homelessness
- Resilience and the ability to stay calm in challenging situations
- Strong communication and relationship building skills
- A proactive, self motivated approach
- Basic IT skills (training provided on systems)
Relevant experience or qualifications in housing, social care, or youth work are helpful-but not essential.
The reality of the roleThis job can be challenging. You'll support people with complex needs and sometimes face difficult situations.
But it's also incredibly rewarding:
- You'll see real progress in people's lives
- You'll help individuals gain independence and confidenceYou'll be part of a supportive, values driven team
We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, included and able to be themselves. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities.
- Inclusive and fair recruitment process
- Welsh and English applications welcomed equally
- Enhanced DBS check paid for
- Ongoing development and support
Informal chat:
Open Day - Come and meet us!If you're interested and want to know more come to our open day event
It takes place at Crescent Court, Rhyl, LL18 1TL. 8th May 10am - 1pm
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