Homeless Link
Thatcham, Berkshire
26/06/2026
Full time
We are recruiting for a brand new housing team to support our care leavers moving into our in-house supported accommodation provision. The central Maidenhead location, which has been recently been refurbished to a high specification, will accommodation 20 care leavers requiring step down provision before they move on into their more permanent housing. We will be operational from October 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of an expanding service that is already well established in Kingston. We have a number of vacancies available for housing professionals who would like to join Achieving for Children and be part of this new team in Maidenhead providing a supportive environment that empowers our care leavers to reach their potential and prepare them for more independent living. Estimated Interview date/s: 27/07/2026 to 31/07/2026 About the role In this role you will empower young people to develop essential independent living skills for their future accommodation through personalised 1-1 coaching and structured worktop programmes. You will actively engage with residents, offering support that is flexible in both scheduling, including evenings, weekends and location, whether at home or in the community. This role focuses on assessing individual needs, tracking progress and ensuring young people are well-prepared for their transition out of accomodation. Key responsibilities will include: Identify knowledge and skill gaps in young people upon arrival and provide targeted 1-1 coaching to support their development. Develop and facilitate engaging workshop programmes within the accommodation to teach independent living skills. Assess, record, and evaluate the progress of young people, identifying further support options and making referrals when necessary. Collaborate closely with the HOST housing team and leaving care team. Identify and address specific support needs, such as financial management, education, training, and cooking, to foster independence and motivation. If you wish to have an informal discussion about the role please contact Caroline Lisa, Head of Housing and Outreach Services on About you You will combine strong organisational, communication and digital skills with a commitment to safeguarding and supporting young people. Work flexibly and independently to design and facilitate engaging workshops that equip young people with essential independent living skills, while effectively managing tenancies and fostering collaborative relationships across the organisation and with external partners. Provide effective tenancy management support while applying a deep understanding of independent living requirements. Collaborate proactively with internal teams and external professionals to champion the needs of families and young people. Identify, document and report all safeguarding concerns in strict adherence to organisational procedures. Demonstrate versatility through strong organisational, problem-solving and digital tool proficiency, including a commitment to Achieving for Children's values. About our benefits We are focused on creating a positive supportive environment, where you will have access to a really wide range of resources, as well as a competitive salary and all the perks to enable hybrid working. In AfC you will also have access to: 29 days annual leave, increasing to 33 days after 2 years and 35 days after 4 years with an additional day off in your birthday month (Or for term-time workers, your leave entitlement consists of the non-working periods in your contract) Tailored induction sessions commencing on the date you start working for AfC Local Government salary and pension scheme (LGPS or Teachers Pension) Flexible working options - helping to keep a good work life balance A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme A range of staff benefits and discounts An excellent learning and development offer to support your career pathway