Support Assistant (Category 2.5 Sheltered Housing) - Portsmouth

Support Assistant (Category 2.5 Sheltered Housing) - Portsmouth, PO63HW, United KingdomJob Category: HousingRegion / Division: UK RegionLocation: Arthur Dann Court, Cosham, PortsmouthWorking Hours: 22.5

This is a brilliant and rewarding opportunity to join us as a Support Assistant (Category 2.5 Sheltered Housing)! The hours are 22.5 hours per week, Monday - Sunday - worked over a 2-week rota, both days and evenings.

Posts available (please clearly state in your application which post/s you are applying for):

• Permanent
• Fixed Term Contract/Secondment for 12 months

Your new role

The overall purpose of Sheltered Housing is to provide the right accommodation and support when needed.Sheltered Housing is purpose-built accommodation offering support for people 55 years and over who need support in maintaining their independence.Residents have their own tenancy agreement with Portsmouth City Council and therefore can live independently in their own accommodation but with the reassurance that support is available as needed. There are shared areas in the sheltered scheme in which residents can meet and enjoy some social activities.As a service we take pride in making a positive difference in helping our residents maintain their independence in their homes. The Support Assistant role is a crucial one in ensuring that we can meet our purpose.

More information about sheltered housing can be found on Portsmouth City Council's website:

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Additional Information

More information about sheltered housing can be found on Portsmouth City Council's website:

Our recruitment process

Full information about our recruitment process can be found on our support for applicants' page:

If applying as a secondment you will need permission from your current line manager releasing you for this secondment. Please state you have this on your personal statement on the application.

You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.

Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our career's portal homepage: before submitting any information.

You will need to explain any gaps in your career history within the last 5 years - this is essential for all safeguarding roles.

Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616 800.

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