Housing Support Worker - THRIVE

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Westfield Health & Lifetime Financial

Blue Light Card eligibility

4% employer pension contribution

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Target Housing is seeking a Housing Support Worker for the THRIVE Project in Sheffield. You will support individuals with complex needs, helping them build independence and secure stable tenancies through tailored, case-managed assistance.

Join a charity-led organisation with trauma-informed practice, offering training, mileage reimbursement, a pension with employer contributions, and a supportive team across South Yorkshire.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with multiple complex needs.
• Ability to engage hard-to-reach clients and build trust.
• Strong risk assessment and support planning skills.
• IT literacy for case recording and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and group-based support using a case management approach.
• Complete risk assessments, support plans, and safety plans.
• Motivate and empower clients to achieve tenancy independence.
• Design and deliver activity programmes focused on wellbeing and independence.
• Maintain accurate records in line with data protection standards.

Skills

Empathy

Relationship building

Risk assessment

IT literacy

Motivational interviewing

Lone working

Communication

Planning & organisation

Tools

Case management software

MS Office

Job description

Housing Support Worker - THRIVE

Department

THRIVE

Employment Type

Full-Time, Permanent

Minimum Experience

Experienced

Compensation

£26,490 - £28,795

Housing Support Worker - THRIVE Project

Location: working across the community of Sheffield, South Yorkshire.
Hours: Full Time Monday - Friday, no bank holidays or weekends.

Permanent Role

Target Housing is looking for an experienced and passionate Housing Support Workers to join our THRIVE Project in Sheffield. If you're driven to support people with complex needs and want to play a key role in helping individuals build independence and stability, this could be the perfect opportunity.

About Us: Target Housing is a charity and registered social landlord with over 30 years of experience transforming lives. We take a psychologically informed and trauma-informed approach, empowering people to achieve independence, realise their potential, and positively contribute to their communities.

Why Join Us?

• 28 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
• Ongoing training and development
• Mileage reimbursement
• Westfield Health & Lifetime Financial membership
• Blue Light Card eligibility
• 4% employer pension contribution
• Supportive, inclusive culture with regular supervision

About the Role:As a Housing Support Worker, you'll work directly with individuals experiencing multiple and complex needs, providing tailored support through a structured case management approach. You'll empower clients to develop the skills, confidence, and resilience needed to sustain their tenancies and move towards independent living.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver 1:1 and group-based support using a case management approach
• Complete comprehensive risk assessments, support plans, and safety plans
• Motivate and empower people to achieve personal goals
• Support development of coping strategies and positive behaviours
• Design and deliver engaging activity programmes focused on independence and wellbeing
• Encourage the involvement of people using our services to be supported to aid the shaping of services and activities
• Participate in reflective practice and case reviews in order to maximise engagement of people who may be difficult to reach and enhance worker resilience
• Maintain accurate records in line with data protection standards
• Monitor tenancy compliance and address any issues appropriately
• Build strong partnerships with external agencies in order to provide multiple disciplinary team support around the person
• Use motivational interviewing and assertive engagement techniques

What We’re Looking For:

We're seeking candidates who bring both experience and empathy, with:

• Proven experience supporting individuals with multiple complex needs
• Ability to engage "hard to reach" clients
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills
• Experience with risk assessment and support planning
• Knowledge in areas such as mental health, substance misuse, domestic violence, brain injury, or welfare benefits
• Understanding of Psychologically Informed Environments (PIE) and Trauma-Informed Practice (TIP)
• Experience of lone working and managing risk
• IT literacy for case recording and reporting
• A flexible, proactive approach

We do not offer sponsorship for overseas workers, therefore applications requiring this will not be considered.

Essential: Full UK driving licence and access to a roadworthy vehicle along with insurance that covers business use

Key Competencies:

• Communication & Influence (Critical)
• Conflict Resolution (Critical)
• Planning & Organisation (Critical)
• Adaptability & Flexibility (Critical)
• Problem Solving (Important)
• Personal Motivation (Important)
• Motivational Interviewing (Desirable)

Additional Information:

• Enhanced DBS check required
• Two employment references required
• Early applications are encouraged as roles may close sooner than advertised

If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know—we're committed to making the process accessible for all.

Location

Rotherham, South Yorkshire

Department

THRIVE

Employment Type

Full-Time, Permanent

Minimum Experience

Experienced

Compensation

£26,490 - £28,795