Housing Support Worker
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Housing Support Worker
Helping People Rebuild Their Lives
Do you have a passion for supporting people with complex needs to rebuild their lives and regain independence? We’re looking for a part time Housing Support Worker to join our small, dedicated Complex Needs Services in Islington, helping individuals who have experienced homelessness and challenges such as alcohol dependency to settle into safe accommodation and work towards a brighter future.
In this role you will work across two schemes within the Holloway Area.
About the Role
You’ll provide practical and emotional support, working with local agencies and partners to ensure individuals receive the help they need. Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting individuals to develop life skills such as budgeting, cooking, and tenancy management.
- Helping new tenants settle in and access relevant housing and social care services.
- Providing personalised support and advocacy, focusing on trauma recovery and long-term goals.
- Building strong relationships with local statutory and voluntary agencies to ensure seamless support.
- Preparing individuals for move-on accommodation, working with housing providers to secure next steps.
- Keeping accurate records to evidence progress and meet service requirements.
About You
We’re looking for someone with:
Experience supporting individuals with life skills or in a similar support role
Knowledge of statutory housing and community services
Experience working with agencies and statutory organisations in housing/social care
Understanding of homelessness, rough sleeping, and the challenges individuals face
Experience supporting vulnerable individuals with trauma and complex needs
A compassionate, proactive, and person-centred approach, combined with effective attention to detail and the ability to use your initiative.
This role requires an Enhanced DBS check.
Please note that this role may involve working with customers who have experienced trauma and adverse experiences and who may have complex emotional needs. As a result, they may at times display behaviour that challenges services.
Why Join Peabody?
Joining Peabody means being part of a dedicated and supportive team. We offer great benefits, including:
- Up to 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.
- A flexible benefits package with healthcare, dental care, and discounts.
- 4x Life Assurance for peace of mind.
- Professional development opportunities, including funded apprenticeships.
- Two additional paid volunteering days each year.
- Family-friendly policies and up to 10% pension contribution, matched 1:1.
Selection Process
Screening virtual interviews will take place on MS Teams week commencing the 12 May.
Those candidates who are successful after their screening interviews must be prepared to complete online assessments and attend an in person interview at the scheme the following week.
If you're ready to make an impact, click 'Apply Now' and submit your CV with a personal statement that clearly demonstrates how you meet the role requirements. Apply today and be part of something extraordinary!
Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licensed UK employer
For any questions, reach out to Julie-Ann - Talent Specialist at Julie-Ann.O'Malley@peabody.org.uk.
A bit about us
Peabody are one of the largest housing associations in the UK, and we’ll be even bigger when our merger with Catalyst is complete in April 2023. Our mission is to help people flourish and an important part of this is to ensure that our organisation reflects the wider communities we serve.
We want to attract recruit and retain a diverse, inclusive and creative workforce to give us the best opportunity to meet the diverse needs of our residents and customers.
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