Support Worker

Changing Lives; Spennymoor; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Maternity Leave

Paternity Leave

Adoption Leave

Holiday & Wellbeing Days off

Pension

Life Cover

Private Health Insurance

Job summary

Changing Lives is seeking a dedicated Support Worker in Durham to empower men facing homelessness to transform their lives. You will work within Housing & Homelessness Services to provide practical support, guidance, and mentorship, helping residents access stable accommodation and move toward independent living.

The role focuses on building life skills, fostering independence, and delivering compassionate, person-centered support to individuals with complex needs, trauma histories, and may

Responsibilities

• Empower men to make positive changes in their lives and overcome cycles of homelessness.
• Support the men to build independence and develop the skills needed to sustain a tenancy.

Job description

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Support Worker

Reference: AUG20269158

Expiry date: 2026-08-26 17:30:00.000

Location: Durham

Benefits:

• Maternity Leave 20w fully paid + up to 52w leave total.
• Paternity Leave 4w paid.
• Adoption same as Maternity Leave.
• 25 Days Holiday, +2 Wellbeing Days + your Birthday & Bank Holidays off.
• Pension, Life Cover at X4 Salary & Private Health Insurance

Changing Lives is a nationwide charity helping people facing the most challenging of circumstances to make positive change - for good. We believe that everyone deserves a safe home, a rewarding job and a life free from addiction or abuse. We know that given the right support, anyone can change their life for the better.

Our services across the country help thousands of people each year who are experiencing a wide range of complicated challenges, including homelessness, drug and alcohol addiction, unemployment, involvement with the criminal justice system, sexual exploitation and domestic abuse. By focusing on their strengths, potential and opportunities, we support the people we work with to overcome their problems and live safe, successful, independent lives.

Our charity is powered by over 600 passionate colleagues who bring a diverse and inclusive environment for our colleagues to grow. We are proud to say that many have actual lived experience of the challenges faced by those we support. We are looking for committed and compassionate professionals to join our team, who share our enthusiasm for changing lives.

About the Service - Housing & Homelessness Services

A safe home is the solid base from which you build your life. We support people who are experiencing homelessness, or at risk of becoming homeless, as well as providing specialist accommodation and outreach services for rough sleepers, veterans, survivors of domestic abuse, women and young people.

Accommodation to us doesn’t just mean a roof over your head and shelter from the elements. It needs to be a welcoming and flourishing environment, offering opportunities for all those we support to feel comfortable and develop. You can make a difference and support people on their journey towards a brighter future. At Changing Lives, we offer a home rather than just a shelter.

About the Job

We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate support worker to empower men to make positive changes throughout their lives and overcome the cycles of homelessness.

During your time at The north Eastern, you will support the men to build independence and develop the skills needed to sustain a tenancy. This helps improve move-on outcomes and supports long-term stability and success. Many of the men who access the project have a range of complex needs, often linked to experiences of trauma, violence, or abuse. At Changing Lives, we believe everyone should have access to safe, comfortable, high-quality accommodation that reflects diverse needs.