This post if funded by the Big Lottery Fund and will oversee the management of the Littlehampton Community Hub. This service offers support to those who are homeless and vulnerably housed, focusing on increasing their wellbeing through community inclusion and sourcing and sustaining suitable accommodation. It offers a breakfast drop in session four days a week and specialist services through a Dual Diagnosis, Accommodation Support and an Early Intervention Worker. The service will also work closely and support two new recovery houses in the Littlehampton Area.

This new role will not only oversee the daily management of the hub but also the strategic lead and development of our offer across the Arun District. This role will also lead on Private Rented Sector and supported housing developments to ensure we have good working relationships with local landlords and a strong offer of access and support to our clients.

You must be able to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to manage and plan your own workload and meet deadlines and targets is essential. Good IT Skills are a must. You must have the ability to take responsibility and make difficult decisions in the face of dealing with challenging behaviour.

A full job description and person specification along with an application form are available to download from our website. Please be advised that we will only accept applications made on our application form and do not accept CVs.

Completed application forms should be emailed to our HR Department or posted to our Central Offices (address details can be found on the application form), before the closing date below.

Closing date for vacancies: Monday 9th January 2017

Interview date:   Friday 20th January 2017

No agencies please.

WCHP requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. Successful applicants (dependent on role) are required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Please note that we will only contact the candidates that have been shortlisted for interview. If you haven't heard from us within 3 weeks please assume you have been unsuccessful this time.

Closing date Monday, January 9th 2017

Community Base do not take part in the recruitment process. If you wish to apply for any of the opportunities advertised, please contact the organisation direct.