Floating Support Worker
Floating Support Worker We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Floating Support Worker to empower people across Southend to sustain their tenancies and rebuild independence. Position: Floating Support Worker Salary: £28000pa Location: Southend-on-Sea Hours: Full time, with some evening/weekend flexibility Contract: 12-month fixed term Closing date: 20th January 2026 About the Job: This is an opportunity to join a multi-disciplinary homelessness service delivering trauma-informed, strengths-based tenancy sustainment support to people living across Southend. You will work flexibly in the community, helping individuals maintain their homes, improve wellbeing and prevent homelessness. Key responsibilities include: Providing person-centred, trauma-informed support that promotes dignity, empowerment and psychological safety. Carrying out gentle, client-paced assessments and co-producing SMART support and safety plans. Offering practical, non-judgemental guidance around home safety, hygiene, clutter, routines and tenancy responsibilities. Completing trauma-informed risk assessments and responding appropriately to safeguarding concerns. Identifying early tenancy risks and taking proactive steps to prevent homelessness. Working collaboratively with landlords, local authority housing teams, health services, substance use providers and community organisations. Maintaining accurate, strengths-based case notes and outcomes using internal systems. Supporting clients to build confi
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