Support Officer - Additional Needs

Salary: £28,038 - £30,194 - starting salary £28,038 per annum pro rataLocation: Sittingbourne, KentHours: 36 per week Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract until 31st March 2026

Join Us in Making a Real Difference.

Are you passionate about supporting people with additional needs and helping them access safe, stable housing? Would you like to be part of a dynamic, growing organisation that's committed to making a positive impact?

Our dedicated domestic abuse services in Sittingbourne, Kent are looking for a Support Officer to join our friendly and forward-thinking team.

As a Support Officer, you'll play a crucial role in delivering high-quality support to individuals with additional needs and complex circumstances. Many of our customers face multiple barriers to accessing services, and your work will help them gain entry to Clarion's Supported Housing and receive the support they need to thrive.

We're seeking motivated, compassionate, and enthusiastic individuals who are ready to build a rewarding career with one of Europe's largest housing associations. This role requires empathy, resilience, and a genuine passion for supporting others. While the work can be challenging, the impact you'll have makes it deeply fulfilling.

You'll need a good understanding of safeguarding vulnerable adults and be familiar with the network of statutory and non-statutory services that support them. Working within our Kent-based team, you'll collaborate with colleagues across supported housing and outreach services to deliver person-centred, empowering support.

Why Join Clarion?

Clarion is more than just a housing provider. Alongside delivering general needs housing, we offer essential support services to some of the most vulnerable members of our communities. We're committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment, both for our customers and our staff.

We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and life experiences. If you're ready to make a real difference and think you have what it takes, we'd love to hear from you.

As you can imagine, the full job description includes much more detail, so check it out before applying.

Salaries are just the starting point. Here at Clarion, we're dedicated to rewarding hard work and commitment and providing benefits that support you and your lifestyle - dive in and find out more.

Closing Date: Tuesday 17th June 2025 at midnight.

For further details on this vacancy, please click 'apply' or visit our careers page.

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Applicants must be able to travel across the region as required.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Adult & Child plus barred list check.

We reserve the right to close this advert early.

You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy; Clarion are not able to offer visa sponsorship. You are required to reside in England or Wales for the duration of your employment.

Diversity and Inclusion

We want Clarion to be a workplace where everyone feels valued, can be themselves and know they can reach their full potential. We embrace and celebrate our differences through various initiatives and support colleagues through a number of staff networks.

We're committed to building a strong, diverse workforce and making Clarion an inclusive place to work.