Young Person Living Officer - Staying Close

Young Person Independent Living Officer – Staying Close

Contract: 1-year fixed-term contract. This is not a live‑in role.

The role supports young people who are leaving care by providing additional support to improve accommodation outcomes, stability and reduce homelessness. The job is based primarily at The Lodge (Leaving Care Service) but you will work across Manchester, supporting care leavers before they secure a tenancy and when they are accommodated by other housing providers.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide additional practical and emotional support to care leavers to help them transition into independent living.
• Collaborate with the Leaving Care Service, housing services and partner agencies to ensure high quality support and coordination.
• Work flexibly, including evening and weekend hours, as required.
• Travel across Greater Manchester in a reliable clean car (you must hold a valid UK driving licence). <...