Tenancy Bridge Builder

Location: Inverary House, 14 Inverary Avenue, Belfast, BT4 1RN

Hours: 32.5 hours per week,

Starting Salary: £25,425.40 (Band 3.1)

Duration: Fixed Term until 31st October 2027

Closing date: We are recruiting on a rolling basis and will review applications as they are submitted. Early application is encouraged, as the vacancy will close once a suitable candidate is appointed.

All our roles make a positive impact on the lives of others; the purpose of this role is to:

The Tenancy Bridge Builder supports clients in securing and transitioning into independent accommodation. They play a key role in helping individuals settle into their new permanent homes, while providing ongoing support to promote tenancy stability and reduce the risk of future homelessness.

The Tenancy Bridge Builder will deliver a personalised transition programme, ensuring each client receives structured, tailored support as they move from temporary accommodation into a permanent home. Beyond facilitating this transition, the role focuses on equipping clients with the essential skills and knowledge to sustain long-term tenancy stability.

What we ask for from you:

• QCF Diploma Level 3 Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
• Successful candidates will be required to complete the Diploma in Coaching for Mental Health and Wellbeing
• Able to demonstrate a minimum 2 years’ recent experience providing support to individuals experiencing homelessness in a paid position
• Must have a sound understanding of the social care needs of people experiencing difficulties with sustaining tenancies including those experiencing mental health difficulties
• An understanding of Homelessness issues including mental health & addiction.
• NISCC Registration or eligible to be registered from commencement of role.
• Ability to work a flexible pattern, which may include evenings, weekends, bank and public holidays.
• Ability to demonstrate alignment with MindWise’s core values of Passion, Respect, Empathy, Togetherness, Openness & Transparency

What you get in return:

• A competitive salary
• A minimum employer pension contribution of 6%
• Enhanced holiday leave entitlement of 35 days (FTE)
• Enhanced company sick pay
• Medical cash plan
• Death in service benefit
• Access to family friendly policies and flexible working options
• Business mileage paid at HMRC max
• Commitment to learning and development
• Able to volunteer 1 day per year with MindWise Corporate Social Responsibility policy.
• Able to join Staff Working Groups and have your voice heard! e.g. People working group; Health & Wellbeing; Leadership and Management; Human Rights; Trauma Informed group etc
• Investors in People (IIP) Gold Award holders, reflecting excellent working practices

The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced with Adult’s Barred Access NI check.

MindWise are an equal opportunities employer

PLEASE NOTE:

CV's are not accepted. Online Application.

MindWise has a long-established history of supporting individuals with mental health issues and their families. Our vision is a world where mental health is everyone’s business, and our mission is to support and empower people affected by mental health issues to live their best lives. We do this through our dedicated staff who make a real difference in the lives of clients every day.