28 jobs found in Portsmouth

We're recruiting an experienced Temporary Accommodation Visiting Officer to join a busy Temporary Accommodation Team supporting homeless households. This is a frontline, field-based role working alongside Housing Options and Resettlement Teams to ensure temporary accommodation is safe, suitable and well managed. The successful candidate will be responsible for procuring, letting and managing temporary accommodation, carrying out regular inspections and supporting residents while also managing rent collection responsibilities. The role requires property inspections and audit checks at least two days per week, with office attendance one to two days per week. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential. The Role ·Work within the Temporary Accommodation Team to support households placed in temporary accommodation. ·Carry out regular property inspections and audit checks to ensure accommodation is safe, suitable and compliant. ·Procure, let and manage temporary...

Job Title: Outreach Worker - Young People's Independence Location: Slough/Windsor Reports to: Service Manager Contract Type: Part-Time (10/15/20 hours per week dependent on availability) Standard Hours: Flexible working pattern, to be agreed between Young Person and Key Worker primarily operating between 9am-5pm Monday to Friday (this may vary dependent on the young persons schedule) Job Purpose To provide high-quality outreach support to young people aged 16-25, empowering them to develop the skills, confidence, and resilience needed to live independently. The Outreach Worker will deliver person-centred support in the community, helping young people overcome barriers related to housing, education, employment, health, and wellbeing. This role will offer flexibility, and in return, requires full commitment, in order to achieve positive outcomes for the young people we support. This role is a case manager position, and as such, is ideal for candidates who are seeking flexible...

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking to speak with Drug and Alcohol Workers with ideally some Outreach experience, for contract positions that we have in the Kingston area of London. The positions that we have available currently are suitable for Recovery Workers/Drug and Alcohol workers with outreach experience. The role is working with homelessness and candidates sleeping rough with drug and alcohol issues. You will be working within the drop-in service when required, also carrying out holistic group work. Ideally the role will be to bolster the current Outreach provision. Within the Outreach aspect of the role you will be working in pairs, in the community and visiting local hotspots. This position is working Monday to Thursday, 09:30am to 16:30pm. Hours: - 9:30am to 16:30pm Days: Monday - Thursday Contract: 6 Months (+ongoing) Salary: £19.00 to £21.00 per hour Benefits of working with Belmont Recruitment; * Single point of contact consultant. * 24h support....

South West Recovery Navigator (Predominantly Merton Probation) FTC 12 Months Location: London Salary: £25,207 Vacancy Type: Contract Advertising End Date: 26 Mar 2026 About The Role As a Recovery Navigator in the Dependency and Recovery Service, you’ll play a vital role in helping people on probation build and sustain recovery from substance misuse. Working as part of a multi-disciplinary, hybrid team, you’ll support predominately Wandsworth clients but will also be expected to support individuals in the Kingston, Richmond and Hounslow, Merton, and Sutton probation area. Your role is to help bridge the gap between probation and community treatment services : improving engagement, providing advocacy, and offering practical, motivational, and timebound interventions that support long-term recovery and reduce re-offending. Key Responsibilities As a Recovery Navigator, you will: * Manage a caseload of adult male clients (prison leavers and those on community orders) * Conduct...

Southwark | Locum | £37.52 per hour | Hybrid Working Southwark Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join the South West Adoption Assessment Team. This role covers a number of local authorities across South West London and focuses on assessing and supporting prospective adopters throughout their adoption journey. You will assess adopters based in and around South London, particularly within South West London boroughs such as Sutton, Achieving for Children, Merton, and Croydon. The service is committed to reducing delay for children, particularly Black and minoritised ethnic children, especially boys who wait the longest for permanent families. In this role, you will: Deliver training to prospective adopters Undertake comprehensive adoption assessments Present assessments and prospective adopters at panel Support adopters through the matching process and adoption journey Contribute to permanency planning for children Deliver support groups and training as...

Alcohol Practitioner, Substance Misuse Worker, Recovery Worker/Coordinator We are actively recruiting proactive individuals who would like to achieve professional growth within the Social Care sector. Therefore, if you're looking for a rewarding career in the Substance Misuse field, we encourage you to join us!The job You will be providing support and advice to vulnerable people who are facing difficulties through a non-judgemental, ethical, and compassionate approach. You must also have proven record of experience in Social Care and a background in Substance Misuse. You must be familiar with alcohol detox and needle exchange programmes. You will develop Recovery Plans according to your caseload and demonstrate highly skilled methods to help the most vulnerable getting their lives back in control throughout this tough journey. You will be working within a multi-disciplinary team who will provide support, development, and the tools necessary to deliver continuously to regular...

Do you want to support people with mental health issues in a moment of crisis? Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress? If you can embody our values of Hope, Courage, Togetherness, and Responsiveness, and want to help others build resilience and manage their wellbeing, we’d love to hear from you. Mental Health and Homelessness Outreach Workers * Reference: 330 * Salary: £26,000 - £27,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience. In addition, this role will have a yearly staff retention bonus of up to £2106. This payment is allocated at the discretion of Herts Mind Network. * Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm) * Contract: Fixed term 1 Year * Working base(s): Watford Wellbeing Centre About the Service The Complex Needs Housing Service works as a multi-disciplinary team with housing teams and Drug and Alcohol Services across District and Borough councils. These teams will be working with...

Job Title Live-In Support Worker Yeovil 2 Weeks or 4 Weeks On Rotation The Opportunity Key Health is recruiting a Live-In Support Worker for a high-quality care package based in Yeovil. You will support service users with learning disabilities and autism within a structured, supported living environment. This is a consistent live-in rotation with either: • 2 weeks on or • 4 weeks on The Role You will: • Provide structured daily support • Support individuals with learning disabilities and autism • Promote independence and routine • Support with community access and activities • Maintain accurate documentation • Follow positive behaviour support plans • Deliver person-centred care at all times This is a live-in placement. Consistency and relationship building are critical. Essential Requirements • Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and autism • Full UK driving licence • Eligible to work in the UK • Not on a Skilled Worker or Student visa •...

Central Recruitment is working with an inclusive London-based organisation that provides homes, community and support for single homeless people. Our client is currently recruiting for a Young Persons Support Worker to work in the Haringey area, supporting young people with independent living, employment, tenancy management and access to education and training. * 32 hours per week - 4 day working week * Shifts: Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:30 * Same working days each week * Temporary: minimum 4 weeks, with the possibility of extension * £21.16 per hour (£18.06 per hour, with £3.10 holiday pay) Please note: you'll be required to work at the Head Office in Hackney and across the borough visiting service users in their homes, with visits to libraries, job centres etc. This role involves lone working. Key responsibilities: * Manage a caseload of 10–15 clients, delivering regular keywork sessions and SMARTER support plans * Complete risk and needs assessments,...

Complex Care Support Worker 3 LD's per week Location Hornchurch, Essex Service User Adult male, 32 years old, with acquired brain injury and spinal injury Role Overview We are recruiting a dedicated and compassionate Complex Care Support Worker to provide 1:1 support to a 32-year-old adult living with complex neurological needs, including acquired brain injury (ABI) and spinal injury, in the Hornchurch area. The role is community-based and requires a car driver with access to a vehicle to support appointments, activities, and independence. You will deliver high-quality, person-centred care in line with an individualised care plan, promoting dignity, independence, and quality of life. Key Responsibilities * Provide 1:1 specialist support within the service user’s home and community * Support with personal care, including washing, dressing, continence care, and skin integrity * Assist with mobility, transfers, and positioning, including hoisting where...

Title: Social Worker - Family Help Department: Children, Families & Education Division: Children's Services Grade: L7 - M1 Responsible to: Team Manager / Deputy Team Manager PURPOSE OF THE ROLE To work within a multi-disciplinary Family Help Team delivering early help and child in need services. The team includes social workers, family help practitioners, psychologists, police community support officers, CAMHS workers, adult mental health nurses, health visitors, youth workers, housing officers and voluntary sector partners. You will assess children and families, analyse risk and need, and develop effective care plans. The role involves working closely with children, young people and families, completing statutory visits, parenting assessments and coordinating multi-agency support to safeguard and promote welfare. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Assessment & Safeguarding (30%) Complete high-quality, holistic assessments using the Department for Education guidance and...

The Service Support Worker role provides practical and emotional support to vulnerable adults particularly after hospital discharge to help them regain independence and stay safe at home. It involves assessing needs, carrying out support plans, and assisting with essential daily tasks such as welfare checks, appointments, shopping, and prescription collection. Client Details The organisation is a well‑established, community‑focused provider of practical support services, known for helping individuals maintain independence and wellbeing during challenging periods. They operate across the region with a strong reputation for compassionate assistance and high‑quality frontline support. Description Provide practical and emotional support to vulnerable adults, including welfare checks and check‑in calls. Deliver flexible, reactive support to individuals following hospital discharge. Respond to referrals from clinicians and community health professionals. Assess service users' needs...

SOUTHEND SOCIAL SERVICES - QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER - LOOKED AFTER CHILDRENS TEAM If you are an experienced Qualified Social Worker with a background within Looked After Children, we want to hear from you. Main duties include: Pay: £38.00 Must be working in LAC currently Current case load - 12-15 They can't live miles away, they have to be within the Essex boarders Must be able to drive and have access to a car. 2/3 days on site as a minimum - depends on the needs of the team.Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed. Double payrolls each week. *Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will...

Job Title: Social Worker - Adult Services Location: Cardiff Hours: 37 hours per week About the Role We are seeking a qualified Social Worker to join an Adult Services team in Cardiff, supporting adults to overcome significant life challenges while promoting independence and wellbeing. You will work within current legislation and professional frameworks to assess needs, plan and review care packages, and safeguard vulnerable individuals. This is an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where professional judgement, person-centred practice, and partnership working are highly valued. Key Responsibilities Assess, plan, implement and review care and support plans for adults and their families Identify risks and safeguard vulnerable adults in line with statutory guidance Support individuals to make informed decisions and enhance independence Manage and prioritise a varied caseload using professional judgement Prepare reports and participate in decision-making...

Qualified Social Worker - Community Team You will be working within a well respected Local Authority based in the Herefordshire area. The manager is looking for an experienced social worker to undertake assessments and carry a caseload. You will be arranging Package of care, Direct Payments, Extra Care Housing, Supported Living and Residential/Nursing homes. Benefits for this position: Hybrid working Competitive Pay rates Long term contractsEden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer. Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number (phone number removed). Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and...

Job Title: Family Support Worker Department: Children's Social Care Location: Worcestershire (community-based with flexible working) Reports to: Team Manager Job Purpose The Family Support Worker provides targeted support to children, young people, and families where there is a Child in Need plan or a risk of family breakdown. The role focuses on working directly with families to strengthen parenting capacity, promote child development, and help keep children safely within their home environment. Key Responsibilities Carry out direct work with children (including pre-school children), parents, and carers as part of assessments and support plans Encourage and empower parents and carers to meet the needs of their children Support families at risk of breakdown and work to maintain safe family environments Provide practical parenting support and promote understanding of child development Contribute to assessment and planning processes to safeguard children Work in partnership...

Job Title: Contact Worker Department: Children's Services - Safeguarding & Specialist Support Location: Worcestershire (community-based with flexible working) Reports to: Team Manager - Family Contact Service Hours: Flexible, including evenings and weekends Job Purpose The Contact Worker supports children and families by supervising safe and positive contact sessions as part of care assessments and plans. The role focuses on direct work with children and their families, helping to create supportive environments that promote child wellbeing and positive family relationships. Key Responsibilities Supervise contact sessions between children and family members Provide direct support to children, parents, and carers Encourage parents and carers to meet the needs of their children Work in partnership with multi-agency professionals Maintain accurate, timely records and produce reports Work flexibly, including evenings and weekends (rota basis) Transport children to and from...

Locum Adults Social Worker – Home First Team Swansea City and County Council Location: Primarily Morriston Hospital with coverage at Singleton, Neath Port Talbot, and Gorseinon Swansea City and County Council is seeking to recruit a qualified and experienced Adults Social Worker to join the Home First Team on a locum basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated social worker looking to make a meaningful impact by supporting adults during critical transition periods from hospital to home. The Home First Team plays a pivotal role in facilitating timely, safe and person-centred discharges from hospital settings back into the community. The team works collaboratively with health professionals, therapists, discharge coordinators and community partners to ensure individuals receive the right support at the right time. You will join a supportive, experienced group of professionals committed to strengths-based outcome-focused practice. Role Overview: Based primarily at...

Job Title - Housing Support Officer Rate - £18-£21 per hour Duration - 6 Months Start Date - ASAP This role involves working with tenants to help them sustain their tenancies, develop independent living skills, and access appropriate services within the community. You will play a key part in promoting stability, wellbeing, and positive outcomes for service users. Key Responsibilities * Provide person-centred support to residents in line with individual support plans * Support tenants to maintain their accommodation and meet tenancy obligations * Carry out regular welfare checks and property visits * Assist with budgeting, benefits applications, and managing rent accounts * Signpost and refer to external agencies including mental health, substance misuse, and employment services * Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records * Carry out risk assessments and ensure safeguarding procedures are followed *...

Support Worker Location: Wrexham  Pay Rate: £14.39 - £15.41 per hour, holiday pay inclusive Reference: WREXHAM/SW/2 Are you a compassionate individual looking to make a difference in people’s lives? We’d like you to join us at Jane Lewis as a Support Worker in Wrexham What We Offer you as a Support Worker: Competitive pay:£14.39 - £15.41 per hour (holiday pay inclusive) Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle Free comprehensive training Enhanced DBS check provided 24/7 support from our dedicated branch team Your Role as a Support Worker: Supporting individuals with mental health conditions in a residential and community setting Encouraging independence with daily living tasks Supporting service users with hobbies, activities, and social engagement Building positive, professional relationships with people who have varying needs and abilities Promoting dignity, respect, and wellbeing always Requirements: Aged 18 or over Right to work in the UK (no sp0ns0rship available)...