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Housing Support Worker – Cheshire East

Providing housing and recovery support with a goal of achieving independent living.

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Key Information

Position: Housing Support Worker
Contract: Full Time
Salary: £24,699 – £28,312
Location:
Crewe and/or Macclesfield, Cheshire East
Hours per week:
37.5
Application Closing Date:
22/04/2025

About Emerging Futures CIC

Emerging Futures works nationally with people affected by addiction, encouraging them to make positive changes to their lives.

We believe that no one should suffer the stigma associated with addiction, and that everyone seeking support should feel valued and respected.

We provide homes for people to connect with others and make the necessary changes to move towards independent, healthy living.

Our behaviour change services provide a confidential space to share experiences, and offer practical support to those who want to change.

The Emerging Futures accredited coach training develops the skills of our volunteers, motivating people to give back and reconnect with their community.

About the role

As a Housing Support Worker, you will support people with a history of drug and/or alcohol issues who are living in supported housing projects.

You will assist with the daily running of the service and coordinate all aspects of the residents’ care, including referrals, move-in plans, assessments, support planning and case notes.

You will provide practical help and advice to support tenants to keep their tenancies and avoid eviction, including encourage individuals to develop practical skills such as shopping, cooking, and housework.

You will work closely with colleagues and partner agencies to provide a range of interventions to support recovery and help people achieve independent living in the community.

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About you

This is an entry-level role, and we understand that not all candidates will have direct work experience in a similar position. Whilst a passion for working with people affected by addiction or homelessness is crucial, you may also have:

  • Experience of working with people with complex needs including challenging or negative behaviour, substance misuse and/or criminal offending backgrounds.
  • An understanding of the harmful effects associated with drug and alcohol misuse and offending in relation to health, social welfare, housing, employability and personal relationships.
  • Experience or an understanding of supporting people to develop their personal strengths and sustain their tenancy within a ‘supported housing’ environment.
  • Experience of developing partnerships and working collaboratively with other organisations.
  • Specialist harm reduction experience.
  • A coaching / counselling / Health and Social Care qualification.

How to apply

To apply for this role, click the ‘apply now’ button and complete our online application form.

Our online application form consists of a set of “getting to know you” questions that are specific to each role. For most of our positions, we also ask that you upload a CV.

Download the job description for a full list of duties, along with a person specification detailing essential and desirable skills.

See below for our step-by-step guide to completing your application, and some useful tips to help you understand what we look for.

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Key Dates

Deadline – 22/04/2025
Interview – wc 28/04/2025

A guide to completing your application

STEP 1

Copy and save the URL at the bottom of the form

So that you can revisit your application at a later date.

STEP 2

Complete your personal details

In order for us to contact you about your application.

STEP 3

Answer our ‘about you’ questions

To help us understand your values, skills and experience.

STEP 4

Upload your CV

Not all roles require a CV. This will not be visible if it is not required.

STEP 5

Complete the declarations

About any adjustments, GDPR, your legal right to work, and DBS checks.

STEP 6

Don’t forget to click ‘submit’

Wait until you see the “application successful” message.

Useful tips

Read these useful tips to help you prepare your application.

Read these useful tips to help you prepare your application.

  • Our job applications are submitted on an online form by clicking the “apply now” button. As with all online webpages, if you lose your internet connection the page can crash, and you risk losing your application.
  • To avoid this happening, we’d advise writing the answers to our ‘getting to know you’ questions offline first, either on your computer or phone. Once you’re happy and ready to submit, you can paste them into the online form. Alternatively, copy the form URL displayed at the bottom of the form by the “submit” button, and use this to revisit your application online later.
  • It’s always worth double checking that your email address and phone number are correct. If there are typos here, we won’t be able to contact you about your application after we have shortlisted to interview.
  • Write your ‘getting to know you’ responses in your own words. Imagine you’re speaking to the person who you hope might hire you. The more we know about the real you, your values, and your experiences the better (so don’t let ChatGPT answer for you!).
  • Read through your responses a few times before you send the final application and correct any spelling errors or add anything you may have missed. We’re not looking for seasoned copywriters, but it shows you’ve taken care over your application.
  • Not all our jobs require you to upload a CV, but if you are asked to, please make sure it’s in a format that we can read. Accepted formats: pdf, doc, jpeg, jpg, png, txt, docx.
  • Once you have submitted your application, wait until you see the “application successful” message. You’ll also receive an email confirming the application has been received, which has a link to complete our Equality and Diversity short survey.

Working in our Cheshire East Services

By joining the Emerging Futures workforce, you become part of a nationwide team dedicated to providing addiction recovery support services throughout the United Kingdom. This role joins part of a larger team in Cheshire East, with colleagues working across our services in Crewe, Macclesfield, Middlewich and Congleton.

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Application Form

Thank you for your interest in applying for a role at Emerging Futures CIC.

Below is our digital application form. Please complete all fields in the online application form before submitting.

As with all online webpages, if you lose your internet connection the page may crash, and you risk losing your application. To avoid this happening, we’d advise writing the answers to our ‘getting to know you’ questions offline first. Once you’re happy, you can paste them into the online form and submit your application.

Alternatively, click the "save for later" button at the bottom of this form and copy the URL link it displays. You can use this to return to your application online later.

Once submitted, please wait for a confirmation message before closing the page.

Whilst a digital application is preferred, if you would prefer to complete your application via a Microsoft word document, please email recruitment@emergingfutures.org.uk and a member of the team will respond.

*all fields marked with an asterisk are required fields. 

Personal Details

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Getting to know you*

This is your chance to tell us more about yourself. The following questions are designed to help us understand your background, motivations, and how you approach challenges. Your responses will give us insight into how you might fit within the team and contribute to the role. We encourage you to write in your own voice and be authentic with your answers.  

Question 1*

How do your values align with our organisations of accountability integrity and respect

Question 2*

Tell us about a time you have supported someone in a time of need and what was the outcome

Question 3*

Describe a time you have to change your communication style to support a client

Upload CV*

Please upload your CV using the ‘Upload File’ button below.

Accepted format: pdf, doc, jpeg, jpg, png, txt.

Files should not exceed 50MB.

Adjustments/Arrangements for interview

Data Protection*

Right to work*

DBS / Criminal Record*

Emerging Futures CIC encourages applications from candidates with lived experience of the criminal justice system, and a criminal conviction will not necessarily prevent you from being offered a role; the decision will depend on the type of offence and its relevance to the role.

To discuss any convictions beforehand, contact recruitment@emergingfutures.org.uk. All information will 
be dealt with according to the Emerging Futures Confidentiality Policy.

Declarations*

Submit Application

Thank you for completing the application, click submit and wait for a confirmation
 message before closing the page. You will also receive a confirmation email confirming the application has been received, which has a link to complete our Equality and Diversity short survey. 

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Registered office: Glen Valley House, 634 Bacup Road,  Waterfoot, Rossendale, Lancashire, BB4 7AW   Company number: 8938725