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Central is currently recruiting for a Support Officer, to work in the Hackney area. The service provides support to young people aged 16-19 with complex needs. The aim of the service is to provide a secure environment and promote independent living.

The successful candidate will be required to work 37.5 hours per week, working across Monday - Sunday, on a rota basis covering early (7:30AM - 3:30PM) and late (12:30PM - 8:30PM) shifts. There is a requirement to work every other weekend. Temporary cover is required for approximately 2-3 months. The pay rate for this role is £14.02 per hour, with £1.76 holiday pay, totalling £15.78 per hour.

In this position, you will be expected to;

* Hold a caseload of up to 4-5 young people and undertake regular key working sessions resulting in agreed SMART Support Plans

* Carry out assessment to identify and prioritise needs

* Develop and maintain positive links with key stakeholders

* Support service users to develop the necessary skills to live independently, and to access training, education and work.

* Liaise closely with the Housing Management Team to identify problems with Housing Benefit payments, review rent collection and address other tenancy-related matters

* Ensure service users are fully informed of their rights and responsibilities

To apply for this role, you must have;

* Experience of working with young people with complex needs

* Knowledge of the Housing Sector

* Experience of holding a caseload, conducting support plans, risk assessments and needs assessments

* Knowledge and understanding of up to date legislation, government frameworks relevant to young people

* Understanding of safeguarding children and adult

* Strong time management skills and ability to prioritise workload.

Candidates must confirm their interest as soon as possible, with interviews scheduled for as soon as possible and the appointed candidate expected to start immediately.

Further requirements:

In order to register with Central Recruitment Services for temporary agency work, candidates must meet the following criteria:

* Current valid right to work in the UK

* Minimum 12 months’ of paid experience in a front line social care role within the last 3 years* (unless recruitment criteria states otherwise)

* A fully enhanced DBS either registered on the DBS update service or issued within the last 12 months, or willingness to apply for one through Central (at a cost of £50)

* Employment or education history to cover the last 5 years which can be verified through the referencing process

How to apply:

If you feel that you fully meet the above outlined criteria for this role and would like apply for this post, please forward your CV for consideration.

*Please note the outlined experience is the 'minimum' first stage criteria, and we will therefore be unable to consider your application unless you are able to demonstrate a relevant work history in line with this position