BDS are recruiting a Senior Accommodation Support Officer to provide support to our established team in the Bristol Area as they assist our participants with their housing needs through effective interventions.

Our team of Accommodation Support Officers work with a caseload of adult males within the criminal justice system, in either a custodial or community setting. As a senior, you'll be on hand to provide advice and guidance to the team where needed, and we'll ask you to take care of a small amount of our more complex cases.

We'll need your excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain effective relationships with referral agencies and stakeholders. You'll also be responsible for developing high-quality practice among the team through observing and auditing practice, and then providing coaching and mentoring workshops to enable them to develop.

Ideal Candidate would have-

* A good working knowledge of the Housing Act 1996 and a thorough knowledge of housing options.

* A thorough understanding of the homelessness reduction act 2017

* A good understanding of the work of the Probation and Prison Service

* Clear understanding of equal opportunities

* Knowledge of the challenges faced by those leaving custody

In return for your dedication, knowledge, and commitment, we're offering a competitive salary of up to £32,668 per annum (dependent on experience) with these great benefits:

* 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Birthday Day off (with the opportunity to buy additional days)

* 2 Volunteer Days

* Pension - 5% Employee 5% Employer

* Healthcare Cash Plan, incl. 3 x salary life assurance

* Annual salary review

* Refer a friend scheme

* Free access to Benefit Hub - an online portal with access to a wide range of retail discounts, cycle to work scheme, and additional voluntary benefits

Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week (Mon-Fri) Permanent Position

Apply now for immediate consideration