Weekend Housing Worker – Youth Support & Independence

Building Recruitment Co Ltd; Truro; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

Building Recruitment Co Ltd is seeking a Weekend Housing Worker to support young people aged 16–25 in a supported accommodation service in Truro. The role is part-time, weekends only, 14.8 hours, with a 12-week temporary contract and potential for permanency.

You will provide housing advice, maintain safety, build relationships, monitor residents, handle safeguarding, and manage rent arrears. DBS check required; right to work in the UK essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people or in supported housing, homelessness services or related support roles.
• Understanding of issues affecting young people, including homelessness, mental health, safeguarding.
• Knowledge of housing, tenancy sustainment and welfare benefits.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work independently, use initiative and remain calm under pressure.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and safeguarding.
• Level 3 qualification in youth work, health and social care or willingness to work toward one.

Responsibilities

• Provide housing advice and practical support to help young people sustain their accommodation and develop independent living skills.
• Maintain a safe, secure and welcoming environment for residents.
• Build positive, professional relationships with young people, encouraging engagement and personal development.
• Monitor and record changes in residents' behaviour, circumstances and support needs.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies, safeguarding concerns and incidents, referring to relevant services where necessary.
• Carry out room and building checks, report repairs and maintain health and safety standards.
• Support residents with rent responsibilities and arrears management.
• Help maintain clean, safe communal areas and prepare vacant rooms for new residents.
• Maintain accurate records and follow organisational policies and safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Youth work

Supported housing

Safeguarding

Record-keeping

Communication

Independence

Equality & inclusion

Education

Level 3 qualification in youth work or health and social care

Job description

Building Recruitment Co Ltd is seeking a Weekend Housing Worker to support young people aged 16–25 in a supported accommodation service in Truro. The role is part-time, weekends only, 14.8 hours, with a 12-week temporary contract and potential for permanency.

You will provide housing advice, maintain safety, build relationships, monitor residents, handle safeguarding, and manage rent arrears. DBS check required; right to work in the UK essential.