Housing Support Worker, Doncaster

Inspire North; Doncaster, Rotherham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

25 days leave

Career development

EAP

Pension scheme

Maternity/Paternity benefits

Care worker discounts

Employee networks

Wellbeing initiatives

Cycle to Work

Corporate Health Plan

Job summary

Inspire North is seeking a committed Housing Support Worker in Doncaster to assist young people aged 16-25, including care leavers and those at risk of homelessness, to develop independence and move into stable living.

You'll build trusting relationships, create tailored support plans using a trauma-informed approach, work with partner agencies, and help participants overcome barriers while maintaining accurate records and safeguarding at the core of the role.

Qualifications

• Can confidently apply risk management practices in line with policies, procedures and guidance.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and current best practice when working with vulnerable children and young people.
• Experience supporting individuals both one-to-one and in group settings, helping them navigate challenges, stay engaged, and achieve positive outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard and promote the welfare of young people and maintain accurate records.
• Facilitate activities and workshops and coordinate with partner agencies and landlords.
• Conduct health and safety checks to ensure accommodation remains safe and welcoming.
• Build trusted relationships with young people and develop tailored support plans using a trauma-informed approach.

Skills

Risk management

Safeguarding

One-to-one support

Group support

Job description

Join Our Team as a Housing Support Worker!

Are you looking for a role where you can make a real difference in a young person’s life every single day?

As a Housing Support Worker within the Doncaster Care Leavers Accommodation and Support Service (CLASS), you will help young people aged 16-25, including those at risk of homelessness, care leavers, and unaccompanied asylum-seeking children, to develop the confidence, skills, and independence needed to move into successful independent living.

Working across Doncaster and Rotherham, no two days will be the same. You’ll build trusted relationships with young people, create tailored support plans using a trauma-informed approach, work alongside partner agencies and landlords, promote positive outcomes, and help young people overcome barriers to achieving their goals.

You’ll also play a key role in safeguarding, maintaining accurate records, facilitating activities and workshops, and ensuring accommodation remains safe and welcoming through regular health and safety checks.

If you’re passionate about empowering young people, enjoy building meaningful relationships, and want a rewarding role where your support can change lives, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Can confidently apply and promote risk management practices in line with policies, procedures and guidance
• Has a good understanding of safeguarding and current best practice when working with vulnerable children and young people.
• Has experience supporting individuals both one-to-one and in group settings, helping them navigate challenges, stay engaged, and achieve positive outcomes.

Why Join Us?

We understand that when people feel supported and valued, they can achieve great things – and we want you to be part of that.

Here’s what you’ll enjoy as part of our team:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life in a way that suits you.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service – because your time off matters.
• A wealth of learning and career development opportunities, with paid and tailored training to support your growth.
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme 24/7,including access to counselling and GP services – your wellbeing is a priority.
• Employer contributory pension scheme to help secure your future.
• Great maternity, paternity and adoption benefits to support you and your family.
• Exclusive care workers discounts to make life a little easier.
• Access to a range of Employee Networks including People of Colour, LGBT+, Mental Health and Accessibility – we embrace and celebrate diversity.
• A variety of health and wellbeing initiatives to keep you feeling your best.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help you stay active and reduce your carbon footprint.
• Access to a Corporate Health Plan to support your physical and mental health.

We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment where everyone can thrive by being their true self. Join us in driving this important agenda forward and help shape a workplace where all voices are valued!

If you’re ready to use your skills to help others succeed, we’d love to hear from you.

Recruitment is ongoing, and we’re reviewing applications as they come in. To give yourself the best chance, we recommend applying as early as possible. Please note that we may close the advert at any time if we find the right candidate or receive a high volume of strong applications.

Good Luck!

* You may use AI tools to support your application, but please ensure it is written in your own voice and reflects your experience, strengths, and reasons for applying.

**Working hours/days to be discussed at interview based on the availability of the candidate. Once agreed, the days/hours would be on a permanent working rota.

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