Tenancy Support Officer (Asylum & Refugees) Trafford | Temporary | Band 5
Our client is looking for a compassionate, motivated Tenancy Support Officer to join our team supporting asylum seekers and refugees to establish safe, stable, and independent lives within our communities.
About the RoleAs a Tenancy Support Officer, you will play a vital role in supporting vulnerable individuals and families, helping them:
- Maintain their tenancies
- Develop independent living skills
- Integrate into mainstream society
You'll manage a caseload of asylum seekers and refugees, delivering holistic, person-centred support and working closely with partners including the Home Office, housing providers, and community organisations.
Key Responsibilities- Provide tenancy-related and practical support to asylum seekers and refugees in their own homes
- Complete support assessments, develop holistic support plans, and carry out regular reviews
- Support individuals and families with housing, benefits, health, employment, and English language access
- Facilitate transitions from supported accommodation into independent living
- Work collaboratively with internal teams, external partners, and key stakeholders
- Promote customer engagement, community involvement, and tenancy sustainment
- Coach and empower clients to manage life skills such as rent, budgeting, health, and wellbeing
- Contribute to homelessness prevention and wider council objectives
About YouWe're looking for someone who is empathetic, resilient, and passionate about supporting vulnerable communities.
You'll have:
- A recognised Level 4 qualification or equivalent experience (plus around 2 years in a similar role)
- Experience delivering homelessness prevention, resettlement, or housing-related support
- Experience working with vulnerable customers, including those with complex needs
- Strong knowledge of homelessness legislation and safeguarding frameworks
- Excellent communication, assessment, and report-writing skills
- The ability to work under pressure, manage a caseload, and prioritise effectively
- Confidence working with partner agencies and multi-disciplinary teams
Essential:
- Access to a car or the ability to travel across Trafford and Greater Manchester using public transport
Why Work With Us?- A strong focus on health, wellbeing, and work-life balance
- Access to learning, development, and progression opportunities
- The chance to make a genuine difference to people's lives every day
- A supportive, values-led working environment
Interested? Apply now to be part of a team that is working together to build a better future for everyone in Trafford.
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