Housing Caseworker / Trainee Housing Caseworker

Housing Caseworker / Trainee Housing Caseworker

Join the Team Making a Difference in Leeds!

Do you believe in social justice, equality, and making a real difference in people's lives? Leeds Citizens Advice & Law Centre helps over 30,000 people a year with welfare benefits, debt, housing, energy issues, and more. We're looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our dedicated team of advice professionals.

Qualified

NJC Salary Scale Points (£31,536 - £33,698)

Trainees

NJC Salary Scale points 7 12 (£26,402 - £28,597)

We are looking to expand our casework team with specialists in housing.

As a Housing Caseworker, you will work closely with the Housing Solicitor and Money Advice Team in particular, advising clients on a range of housing issues, including homelessness, possession and eviction, disrepair, and renters' rights. An understanding of eligibility and scope for legal aid would be an advantage. This role is also open to applicants interested in a trainee position. This would suit an experienced generalist adviser or caseworker looking to specialise in housing.

All applicants should be organised, with the ability to work independently. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential as is the ability to listen, engage and empathise with vulnerable clients.

What We Offer

• Flexible working patterns with the option of hybrid working for most roles
• Supportive, inclusive work environment
• Ongoing training and development to help you grow
• A real chance to make an impact in the lives of people across Leeds

We're seeking people with strong communication skills, resilience, a commitment to social justice, and the desire to support our communities through high-quality advice and casework.

Whether you're exploring a client's problem with them, supporting someone through an energy issue, guiding a client through the benefits system, or supervising advisers and volunteers, your work will be vital - and valued.

Closing date: Monday 3rd August at 9am

Interviews will be held from Wednesday 12th August onward

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