Job Title: Community Support Officer (Mobile)
Location: Crewe (field-based role)
Contract: 3-month temporary
Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday (no evenings or weekends)
Pay: £15.83 per hour PAYE (approx. £28,800 annual equivalent)
Driving: Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle required
OverviewWe are currently recruiting for a Community Support Officer (Mobile) to join a well-established and highly regarded organisation within the social housing sector.
This is a field-based role covering the Crewe area, supporting vulnerable and elderly customers within their own homes. It’s an excellent opportunity to join an organisation with a strong social purpose, offering valuable experience within a structured and supportive environment.
The RoleYou will deliver a high-quality support service, enabling customers to remain independent and maintain a good quality of life within the community.
Key duties include:
*Carrying out regular home visits to customers across your designated area
*Assessing support needs and reviewing ongoing requirements
*Completing Support Plans and risk assessments
*Installing, maintaining and monitoring emergency alarm systems
*Responding to emergency calls and taking appropriate action
*Signposting customers to relevant services and external agencies
*Building professional, trusted relationships with vulnerable customers
*Managing your own diary and workload effectively
*Maintaining accurate records using internal IT systems
Candidate Requirements*Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
*Basic DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
*Experience within a care, support, housing, or community-based role
*Strong communication skills with a compassionate and professional approach
*Ability to work independently and manage a busy workload
*Good IT skills and confidence using digital systems
*Understanding of the impact of ageing, disability, and vulnerability on daily living
Suitable BackgroundsThis role would suit candidates from backgrounds such as:
*Supported Living / Housing Support
*Community or Floating Support
*Sheltered / Retirement Living
*Care & Support roles
*Scheme Management (entry level)
*Telecare / Community Alarm roles
LocationCandidates must be within a reasonable commute of Crewe, including surrounding areas such as Nantwich, Sandbach, Middlewich, Winsford, Northwich, Congleton, Alsager and nearby locations.
Availability*Able to start within 2 weeks
*Available to commit to the full 3-month contract