Engagement and Support Coordinator

LocationSouthampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom

SetupOn-site

LevelEntry

Posted2d ago

Communications & Marketing

Quick answer

The Society of St James is hiring an Engagement and Support Coordinator (Southampton, UK) paying £25,947- £26,305 per annum to support vulnerable individuals experiencing homelessness, substance misuse, or mental health issues.

Role: Engagement and Support Coordinator
Organization: The Society of St James
Location: Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom
Work setup: On-site
Level: Entry
Compensation: £25,947- £26,305 per annum
Category: Communications & Marketing

The role

The Society of St James is seeking an Engagement and Support Coordinator to manage a caseload of vulnerable individuals experiencing homelessness, substance misuse, or mental health issues in Southampton, UK. The role involves supporting service users to improve their daily living skills and retain accommodation.

What you'll do

Manage a caseload of vulnerable individuals
Support service users to improve daily living skills
Help service users retain and sustain their accommodation
Engage service users in meaningful occupation or learning opportunities
Promote empowerment and independence

What it takes

Experience/Knowledge of working with people with histories of homelessness, mental health problems and substance misuse
Experience of dealing with difficult and challenging behaviour
Understanding of the effects of alcohol and substance use on mental health
Understanding of equality and diversity, with respect to staff and service users
Knowledge of safeguarding and protection procedures and protocols for vulnerable adults

What you'll bring

Experience/Knowledge of working with people with histories of homelessnessmental health problems and substance misuseExperience of dealing with difficult and challenging behaviourUnderstanding of the effects of alcohol and substance use on mental healthUnderstanding of equality and diversitywith respect to staff and service users

How we treat you

A competitive annual leave entitlement of 25 days rising to 30 days, plus public holidays; Flexible working options; Buying additional annual leave; Comprehensive induction and training; Counselling, financial, personal support and health and wellbeing services via Employee Assistance Programme; Company cycle to work scheme; Discounted laptops and computers with Jamie’s Computers; Electric Car Scheme

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom, and is on-site.

What is the compensation?

The compensation is £25,947- £26,305 per annum.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include experience/knowledge of working with people with histories of homelessness, mental health problems, and substance misuse, experience of dealing with difficult and challenging behaviour, understanding of the effects of alcohol and substance use on mental health, and knowledge of safeguarding and protection procedures and protocols for vulnerable adults.

How do I apply?

Applications should be submitted by Friday 6th November 2026 at 23:59.

How to apply

Apply directly on The Society of St James's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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