Job Description
Supported Housing Officer – £30,090.11 per annum | Lewisham, London
Full-time | 35 hours per week (rota-based)
Are you someone who enjoys helping others build a more independent future? Do you have the patience, understanding and practical skills to support adults with mental health and complex needs?
Quo Vadis Trust is looking for a Supported Housing Officer to join our team in Lewisham. This is a hands-on role where you'll support people with their housing, wellbeing and everyday challenges, helping them regain confidence and move towards independent living.
The Role
As a Supported Housing Officer, you'll manage a caseload of clients, providing practical and emotional support while helping them achieve their personal goals.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing individual support plans and helping clients work towards their goals.
- Providing tenancy advice and guidance on housing and welfare benefits.
- Supporting clients with daily living skills and maintaining their accommodation.
- Carrying out property checks, risk assessments and safeguarding duties.
- Managing challenging situations calmly and professionally.
- Keeping accurate client records and working with external support services.
About Quo Vadis Trust
We're a specialist housing charity supporting around 200 adults across South East London, including people experiencing mental health difficulties, homelessness and complex needs. Our focus is simple: helping people recover, build independence and feel part of their community.
The Person
We're looking for someone who has:
- Experience in customer service and supporting people from different backgrounds.
- An understanding of mental health challenges and housing responsibilities.
- Good communication, IT and record-keeping skills.
- A patient, empathetic and resilient approach.
- The confidence to work independently and as part of a team.
- Flexibility to work shifts, including unsociable hours when required.
Experience in supported housing, mental health or social care is desirable.
Salary & Benefits
- £30,090.11 per annum, rising to £30,992.81 after successful probation.
- Full-time, 35 hours per week.
- Enhanced DBS check funded by Quo Vadis Trust.
What's Next?
If you're ready to make a real difference in people's everyday lives, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to join Quo Vadis Trust.
Please note: This role does not qualify for visa sponsorship.
