Housing Support Worker

Minerva Recruitment Limited; Witham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected local organization is seeking a Housing Support Worker in Witham to support young people aged 16-21 on their journey towards independent living. This permanent role involves managing a caseload, supporting daily living skills, and encouraging positive engagement in education or employment.

Benefits

Sleep-in payment

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible benefits package

4x Life Assurance cover

Access to funded apprenticeships

Two paid volunteering days

Family-friendly policies

Up to 10% employer-matched pension contribution

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting vulnerable young people.
• Understanding of safeguarding policies.
• Strong communication and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload and help set personal goals.
• Support with budgeting and tenancy management.
• Promote engagement in education or training.

Skills

Experience supporting young people with complex needs

Trauma-informed care

Confident communicator

Strong IT skills

Team player

Passionate about empowering young people

Job description

Housing Support Worker – Witham
Location: Witham
Salary: £24,326 per annum + £73.89 per sleep-in shift (up to 2 per week)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week – 24/7 rota (including evenings, weekends & bank holidays)
Contract: Permanent

Minerva Recruitment is working with a respected local organisation supporting young people aged 16–21, including care leavers, on their journey toward independent living.

We are seeking a Housing Support Worker to join a Witham based supported housing service that provides a safe and nurturing environment. Many of our residents have experienced trauma, mental health challenges, or substance misuse, and we are here to help them regain stability and independence.

What You'll Be Doing

• Manage a caseload of young people, helping them set and work toward personal goals.
• Support daily living skills such as budgeting, tenancy management, and benefit access.
• Encourage positive engagement in education, employment, or training.
• Maintain accurate records and liaise with external agencies.
• Organise and lead meaningful, creative activities to promote wellbeing and community.
• Always promote safeguarding and a trauma-informed approach.

Who We’re Looking For

• Experience supporting young people with complex needs.
• Understanding of trauma-informed care and safeguarding.
• Confident communicator with strong IT skills (Word/Excel).
• A team player who can also take initiative.
• Passionate about empowering young people to thrive.

Benefits Including:

• Sleep-in payment of £73.89 per shift (up to 2 per week, up to £7,684.56 annually).
• Up to 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.
• A flexible benefits package (healthcare, dental, discounts).
• 4x Life Assurance cover.
• Access to funded apprenticeships and qualifications.
• Two paid volunteering days each year.
• Family-friendly policies to support work-life balance.
• Up to 10% employer-matched pension contribution.

Please note: This role does not offer visa sponsorship. You must have the legal right to work in the UK.

This role requires an Enhanced DBS check.

Interested?
For more information, please contact Emma Brown on 01206 584170 (Option 2) or email your CV to