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Gateway Assessment Worker
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Experience Required:
1-3years
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Posted:
21 August 2026 (14 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
18 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
6-7 months contract with a local authority
Rate: 19.16/hr Umbrella
Summary
- The Gateway Assessment Worker plays a crucial role in evaluating housing support needs and risks for individuals and families who are homeless at risk of becoming homeless or facing financial challenges. This position involves delivering short-term housing support facilitating access to necessary services and supporting the Councils efforts to prevent homelessness.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough assessments of housing support needs and risks for clients.
- Collect pertinent information from statutory bodies voluntary groups support providers and other stakeholders.
- Create and execute individualized support plans based on specific needs.
- Offer short-term housing-related support and early intervention services.
- Keep detailed records case notes and assessment documents in line with GDPR confidentiality standards and Council protocols.
- Serve as a contact point within the Housing Advice and Prevention Team for inquiries related to housing support.
- Assist individuals and families who are homeless at risk of homelessness or experiencing financial difficulties.
- Help service users access suitable housing-related services and support.
Requirements:
- Essential Experience Required
- Proven experience working with vulnerable individuals and families in housing support social care or community environments.
- Skilled in conducting assessments creating support plans and managing cases.
- Experience collaborating with multi-agency partners and external organizations.
- Proficient in maintaining accurate records and case documentation.
- Experience providing advice guidance or support to individuals with complex needs.
- Proven experience working with vulnerable individuals and families in housing support social care or community environments.
- Essential Qualifications Required
- GCSE level education (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics.
- Relevant qualification in Housing Social Care Community Development Health and Social Care or a related field or equivalent relevant experience.
- GCSE level education (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics.
Additional Information
- Contract Duration: 6-7 months with a local authority
- Rate: 19.16/hr Umbrella
- Working Hours: 37 hours per week
- Location: John Frost Sq Newport Newport NP20 1PA United Kingdom
- Work Pattern: 2 days remote 3 days in the office
- DBS Requirement: Standard DBS required
- Payment Schedule: Bi-weekly
- Application Deadline: The role closes on 28th August 2026 apply ASAP.
Required Skills:
The Gateway Assessment Worker is responsible for undertaking housing support needs and risk assessments for individuals and households who are homeless at risk of homelessness or experiencing financial difficulties
Required Education:
The Gateway Assessment Worker is responsible for undertaking housing support needs and risk assessments for individuals and households who are homeless at risk of homelessness or experiencing financial difficulties
