We are looking for a Senior Caseworker (Destitution)
An exciting new job opportunity has arisen here at St Augustine’s Centre in Halifax, which will help implement our vision to end homelessness and destitution in Calderdale for people fleeing war and persecution.
We are seeking a Senior Caseworker (Destitution) to commence in November, working 30 hours (4 days) per week.
The role involves providing frontline advice and support to people facing destitution, working alongside Refugees at Home to develop and embed a hosting offer in Calderdale. The post holder will work strategically, and alongside key partners, to implement our new 3-year strategy to end homelessness and destitution for people who become homeless as a result of their immigration status.
You’ll join our friendly and collaborative team in Halifax, becoming part of a wider community dedicated to making Calderdale a welcoming place for refugees and people seeking asylum.
Interested? How to apply
- Read our job description here to learn more about the role and see if you’re the right fit.
- To apply, download and complete the application form here.
- Provide a two-page letter (A4) setting out why you want the role, what you can bring to it, and how you meet the person specification.
- After completing the application form, please email it along with your two-page letter to Becky (Head of Immigration and Support) at becky@staugustinescentrehalifax.org.uk by 5pm on Monday 14 October 2024.
- We will let you know if you’ve been shortlisted for an interview by 5pm on Thursday 17 October 2024.
Key information
- 2 years fixed-term contract (with an intention to continue if funding is secured).
- 30 hours (4 days) a week to start in November 2024.
- £15.32 per hour which is equivalent to a full-time annual salary of £29,956; £23,965 for this 30 hour per week role. This is subject to an annual pay rise in April (to be confirmed by the board).
- 3-month probationary period.
- 7 weeks holiday per annum including bank holidays.
- Access to a personal wellbeing, training and counselling/personalised professional support fund.
- Flexible working patterns and times including Time Off In Lieu (TOIL), flexi time and occasional options to work from home.
- Employer pension contributions.
We encourage applicants with lived experience of asylum or immigration to apply.
St Augustine’s Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Recruitment of all staff and volunteers is robust and informed by our safer recruitment policy and procedures.