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Housing Support Worker

Vacancy Reference peabodygroup/TP/1232/1313

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Our Vacancy

Please note: Peabody is not a licensed UK sponsor and cannot offer visa sponsorship for this roleMake a Difference Every Day

We're looking for a Support Worker to join our Young People's Service, helping young people build the skills, confidence, and resilience they need to live independently.

You'll support young people who may be facing homelessness, disability, ill health, or social exclusion, empowering them to achieve their goals and create a positive future.

\n What You'll Be Doing\n

Completing support plans, risk assessments, and regular reviews
Helping young people develop everyday living skills such as budgeting, cooking, shopping, and managing a tenancy
Supporting access to education, employment, training, and community services
Working alongside external agencies to achieve positive outcomes
Maintaining accurate records and safeguarding standards

\n What We're Looking For\n

Experience supporting vulnerable people through work or volunteering
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
A caring, empathetic, and non-judgemental approach
Confidence working independently, including lone working
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and case management systems

\n Why Join Peabody?\n

At Peabody, our values guide everything we do: Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together.

\n What You'll Get\n

25 days annual leave
Flexible benefits including healthcare, dental cover, and retail discounts
Up to 10% pension contribution and 4x life assurance
Learning and development opportunities, including funded apprenticeships
Two paid volunteering days each year
Family-friendly policies and a supportive team culture

\n Working Pattern\n

This is a full-time, onsite role. You'll work five days per week, including weekends and bank holidays, on a rota basis.

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Early mornings
Evenings
Sleep-in shifts

\n Flexibility is essential for this role.\n

\n Interview Information\n

We're reviewing applications and interviewing on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply early.

In-person interviews will take place in Witham on 7th, 8th and 11th September 2026.

Important Information

Enhanced DBS check required
Successful candidates will be required to undertake regular sleep-in shifts
Peabody is not a licensed UK sponsor and cannot offer visa sponsorship for this role

For any further questions about the role, please contact Charlene Moore, Talent Specialist at Charlene.moore@peabody.org.uk.

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