Housing Support Worker

Job description

About the Company

Are you passionate about helping young people build brighter futures? We’re looking for a compassionate and proactive Housing Support Worker to support young people aged 16–25, including care leavers, as they move towards independent living. This is not a care role—it’s hands‑on, practical and emotional support to help young people gain confidence, stability, and essential life skills.

About the Role

This is a full‑time onsite role with a shift pattern that includes weekends, early mornings, evenings, and bank holidays. Flexibility is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with developing independence skills, including budgeting, managing benefits, and navigating housing options.
• Build trusting, non‑judgmental relationships, providing stability and encouragement.
• Bring your own interests—music, art, sports, or other passions—to connect and engage.
• Work with colleagues and external partners to ensure each young person gets the right support.
• Manage a caseload and keep clear, accurate records.

Qualifications

• Experience from youth work, housing, education, or similar roles (transferable skills welcome).

Required Skills

• Someone who relates easily to young people, including those with experience of trauma, mental health challenges, or substance misuse.
• Confidence engaging young people creatively and actively.
• Strong communication and IT skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a supportive team.
• Knowledge of safeguarding or support planning is helpful but not essential.

Preferred Skills

• Experience from youth work, housing, education, or similar roles (transferable skills welcome).

Pay range and compensation package

Salary: £27,176 per year

What you’ll get:

• Up to 25 days’ annual leave.
• Flexible benefits including healthcare, dental and retail discounts.
• 4x life assurance and up to 10% pension contribution.
• Funded professional development and apprenticeships.
• Two paid volunteering days each year.
• Supportive, inclusive team culture.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We’re reviewing applications and interviewing weekly—apply today!

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Islington

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Published at

21-02-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English