Assistant Project Worker - Homeless Prevention £24,309.07 p.a. (37 hours, £12.60 ph) Scheme based (The Spires), in Preston 2 posts What will you be doing in this role? The Spires provides high-quality support services and accommodation to residents who have been homeless or at risk of homelessness. You'll support the tenants using a person-centred, strengths-based approach that promotes independence, responsibility and personal wellbeing. You'll provide ad hoc support, monitor visitors to the service, respond to enquiries and organise and deliver activities designed to promote inclusion and develop skills. We are a values-based company and expect all our colleagues to demonstrate our values and behaviours through their work. What we are looking for: You'll have previous experience of working or volunteering with adults who have experienced homelessness. You'll have a good understanding of the issues faced by people who are experiencing multiple disadvantage and be able to support them without judgement. You'll need to have good communication skills - both verbal and written - to work with residents, colleagues, stakeholders and external partners. It would be a bonus if you also had: Experience of organising events and activities to develop skills and promote inclusion. A relevant qualification in housing or health and social care. Understanding or experience of working with partner agencies such as drug and alcohol services, social services or services for people experiencing mental ill health. Why work at Community Gateway? Our team are what makes us who we are. We aim for a great employee experience and that includes offering a range of benefits, including a generous holiday allowance, your birthday off, free parking, free breakfasts, a health cash-plan, reward and recognition scheme and much more. Inclusion is key for us. We would love to hear from people from diverse backgrounds for this role, and second languages come in handy. Working arrangements: This role is based at The Spires a 26-bed, move-on scheme which provides temporary accommodation for individuals who have experienced rough sleeping or are at risk of rough sleeping. The scheme provides high-quality support services and accommodation to residents who face multiple disadvantage. A bit more about us: Community Gateway own and manage almost 7000 homes across the city of Preston, but we are so much more than just a landlord. We aim to offer great customer service, providing safe, well-maintained and affordable homes, and making a positive difference to the communities in which we work. We make sure that we manage our business to the highest of standards and are working to create a sustainable future. And finally, we want to be a great place to work….so if you think you have the skills, experience and can live our values, then we want to hear from you. Real Living Wage: This is a Real Living Wage role. To find out more about the Real Living Wage visit www.livingwage.org.uk Dates for your diary: The closing date for this advert is midnight on Sunday 16th March 2025 with interviews expected to be held on week commencing 24th March 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.