Housing Support Worker

Progress Housing Group; Preston; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Permanent role

Training and development

Supportive team environment

Award-winning organisation

Job summary

Key Unlocking Futures in Preston is seeking a compassionate Housing Support Worker to assist vulnerable adults and young people in our supported accommodation services. You will deliver practical, person-centred support to help residents gain independence and build life skills in a collaborative team environment.

You will work with partner agencies to coordinate care, track progress, and support residents toward positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people through challenging circumstances, focusing on their strengths and potential.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Knowledge of safeguarding principles and supporting vulnerable adults and young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical and person-centred support to residents focusing on strengths, aspirations and potential.
• Build trusted relationships and help residents achieve their goals and greater independence.
• Work with partner agencies and professionals to provide the right support at the right time.

Skills

Experience supporting people

Communication skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Partnership working

Job description

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Housing Support Worker

Reference: AUG20260261

Expiry date: 2026-09-13 22:59:00.000

Location: Preston

Benefits: Competitive salary £26,806 - £27,743, Permanent role offering stability and work-life balance, Training and development opportunities, Supportive and collaborative team environment

Preston | £26,806 - £27,743 | Permanent | 36.5 hours per week | Enhanced DBS Required

Help people unlock their future or original Help people build brighter futures

At Key Unlocking Futures, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live independently, feel valued and look positively towards the future.

We're looking for a compassionate and motivated Housing Support Worker to support vulnerable adults and young people living within our supported accommodation services in Preston.

This is an opportunity to make a real difference every day, helping people overcome challenges, build confidence and take positive steps towards a more independent future

About the role

You’ll work alongside residents who may be facing a range of challenges, providing practical and person-centred support that focuses on their strengths, aspirations and potential.

Building trusted relationships will be at the heart of everything you do. You’ll help residents achieve their goals, develop life skills, access opportunities and work towards greater independence, whilst working closely with partner agencies and professionals to provide the right support at the right time.

What we're looking for

We're looking for someone who is passionate about helping vulnerable adults and young people achieve positive change.

You’ll have:

• Experience supporting people through challenging circumstances, focusing on their strengths and potential.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Knowledge of safeguarding principles and supporting vulnerable adults and young people.
• The ability to work effectively with partner agencies and professionals.

It would be great if you also have:

• Experience within housing, support, homelessness or similar services.
• An understanding of trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches.
• Access to a vehicle for work-related travel.

This is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to support people through some of the most challenging periods of their lives and help them build brighter futures.

At Key Unlocking Futures, you'll join a supportive organisation where your work has a direct and lasting impact on vulnerable adults and young people across Lancashire.

We're proud that this impact has been recognised beyond our organisation. Key Unlocking Futures has been named the 2026 Spring North Charity of the Year and Impact Award winner, and we're also delighted to have been shortlisted as BIBA finalists. This recognition reflects the dedication of our colleagues, the strength of our partnerships, and the positive difference we continue to make in our communities.

In return, you’ll receive:

• Competitive salary of £26,806 - £27,743
• Permanent role offering stability and work-life balance
• Training and development opportunities to support your career
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• A rewarding career with genuine social purpose
• The opportunity to work for an award-winning organisation making a difference every day across Lancashire

Closing Date: 11:59pm Sunday 13 September 2026

Interview Dates: 22 & 23 September 2026

Inclusion matters here

Key Unlocking Futures is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.