Vacancy for a Benefits Advisor at Age UK

Age UK Hull and East Yorkshire (Age UK HEY) are working in partnership with Beverley Housing Charity to deliver older person-focused welfare benefits advice and information across Beverley and surrounding areas. We are seeking a passionate and skilled Information and Advice Lead Benefits Advisor to join our team and make a difference in the lives of older people.

Older people in later stages of life are facing growing challenges in maintaining their well-being. To address these needs, the Age UK HEY Information and Advice Lead Benefits Advisor will provide tailored welfare advice services, supporting Beverley Housing Charity residents and other older individuals in Beverley and the surrounding areas.

The Role

Role: Information and Advice Lead Benefits Advisor

Closing Date: 24/02/2025

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: £28,000

Location: Beverley and East Hull

In this pivotal role, you will:

• Develop and deliver welfare benefits advice services for older people, including Beverley Housing Charity residents.
• Encourage benefit take-up and provide confidential advice on potential entitlement.
• Assist with benefit applications and provide support with appeals and decision challenges.
• Split your time between Beverley Housing Charity’s offices and Age UK HEY’s offices in East Hull, working closely with both teams.

This role represents an exciting opportunity to expand Age UK HEY’s services across East Yorkshire, establishing a local delivery base in Beverley.

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV (max of 2 pages) and a cover letter (max of 2 pages) which outline how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the post.

Application information should be sent to hello@ageukhull.org.uk

Closing date – 9 am Monday 24th February

Interviews – Monday 3rd March in Beverley

If you would like an informal discussion about the post before making an application, then please contact Natalie Spikings – Age UK HEY Services Manager on (01482) 324644 or hello@ageukhull.org.uk

To view the job description, click here.