Support Worker

Niyaa People Ltd; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-established Housing Association is seeking a Support Worker to provide essential support to vulnerable clients in Middlesbrough. In this role, you'll develop tailored support plans and empower clients in a safe environment. The position operates on a rolling contract, offering consistent hours at £16-£18 per hour for 25 hours a week. If you have experience in similar roles, like Support Service Worker or Housing Support Officer, we encourage you to apply for this fulfilling opportunity.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting vulnerable client groups.
• Understanding of safeguarding and risk management.
• Person-centred approach with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily support and create a safe environment.
• Develop support plans around budgeting and wellbeing.
• Encourage independence through sessions and activities.

Skills

Experience supporting vulnerable client groups

Strong communication skills

Good IT skills

Job description

Support Worker - Rolling Contract - 25 Hours Per Week - £16-£18 / hr (Umbrella)

Join a well-established Housing Association in a fulfilling role that truly makes a difference to people's lives. This Support Worker position offers the chance to support vulnerable customers across a supported housing setting in Middlesbrough, helping them to build independence, improve wellbeing, and live safely in a secure and welcoming environment. The role operates on a rolling contract, providing consistent and stable work at £16-£18 per hour via umbrella, working 25 hours per week.

As a Support Worker, you'll be delivering person-centred support, working closely with individuals to develop tailored support plans, promote safety, and empower them to take positive steps forward. You'll provide both one-to-one and group support while ensuring the service remains safe, compliant, and customer-focused.

We would love to hear from anyone with experience as a Support Worker, Support Service Worker, Housing Support Officer, Tenancy Support Officer, or anyone who has supported vulnerable people within housing, social care, or community environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering daily support and creating a safe, secure environment for customers
• Developing support plans around housing, benefits, safety, budgeting, and wellbeing
• Encouraging independence and confidence through one-to-one sessions and group activities
• Managing safeguarding concerns and completing risk assessments
• Working independently within a lone-working setting while contributing to the wider team

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience supporting vulnerable client groups
• A good understanding of safeguarding, risk management, and support planning
• Strong communication skills and a person-centred approach
• Good IT skills and the ability to maintain accurate records

Key Requirements

• Basic DBS

Shift Pattern

This role includes sleepover-style shifts working:

• Day 1: 11am-11pm
• Day 2: 8am-12pm

Shift dates needed before Christmas: 12th-13th, 15th-16th, and 24th-25th.

We are open to candidates who can cover some or all of these dates.

This role is based in Middlesbrough and is easily accessible by major public transport routes, including local bus links and key road networks. It is suitable for candidates travelling from Middlesbrough, Stockton-on-Tees, Redcar, Hartlepool, Darlington, Thornaby, Billingham, and Guisborough. Free or easily available parking is offered depending on shift.

If this Support Worker role is something of interest, please contact Tiyana on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)