Young Peoples Housing Support Worker

Changing Lives; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Maternity Leave 20w fully paid

Paternity Leave 4w paid

Adoption leave same as Maternity Leave

25 Days Holiday

2 Wellbeing Days

Birthday off

Job summary

Changing Lives in Middlesbrough is seeking an enthusiastic Support Worker to help 16–25 year-olds experiencing homelessness build skills, stability and independence.

You will deliver housing-related support, manage accommodation and finances, and collaborate with services to empower young people while upholding values and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Experience in housing-related support or youth services desirable.
• Role involves assisting with accommodation, finances and life skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured, outcome-focused support to young people aged 16–25.
• Work across dispersed accommodation services in Middlesbrough.
• Empower individuals to improve their quality of life and access relevant services.

Job description

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Reference: SEP20261997

Expiry date: 17:00, Thu, 8th Oct 2026

Location: Middlesborough

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 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

This role is focused on supporting young people aged 16-25 who are experiencing homelessness to develop the skills, stability and confidence needed to live independently.

This is NOT a care role.

You will not be providing personal care. Instead, this is a housing-related support role , where you will work alongside young people to help them manage accommodation, finances, and life skills, and to access appropriate services.

The role involves delivering structured, outcome-focused support and working flexibly across dispersed accommodation services in Middlesbrough. You will empower individuals to improve their quality of life while ensuring services are delivered in line with organisational values, best practice, and relevant legislation.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Support Worker to join an already exciting, enthusiastic and professional team. We support young people aged 16 - 25 to become flourishing people and to overcome the interconnected problems that lead them to accessing our services.