Housing Support Worker, Durham
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Part time
Advert Start Date:
19/10/2026
Advert End Date:
01/11/2026 23:59
Salary:
£27,804 - £30,383 per annum
Job Category:
Social Work - Adult Service
Employment Location:
Durham
Further Information
Housing Support Worker, Durham
Service: Durham Complex Needs
Location: County Durham
Salary: £27,804 - £30,383 per annum
Hours per week: 24 (Part-time)
Contract: Permanent
Reference: INS1243334
Closing Date: 01-Nov-2026
Provisional Interview Date: 10-Nov-2026
Join Our Team as a Housing Support Worker!
Do you enjoy supporting people to overcome challenges, build independence and achieve positive outcomes in their lives?
As a Housing Support Worker, you will manage a caseload of adults with complex needs, including those who may have experienced homelessness, isolation, or safeguarding concerns.
You'll provide person-centred, trauma-informed support, helping individuals develop the skills and confidence needed to maintain their tenancy and move towards independent living.
The role involves carrying out support and risk assessments, creating tailored support plans, working alongside partner agencies, supporting tenancy sustainment, safeguarding vulnerable adults, and helping clients access the services they need. You'll be part of our Durham Complex Needs Team and play a key role in empowering people to achieve their goals and improve their quality of life.
Who we’re looking for:
• Passionate about supporting vulnerable adults and helping people build independence, wellbeing, and resilience.
• A strong communicator who can build positive relationships, maintain professional boundaries, and work effectively with partners and stakeholders.
• Organised and self-motivated, with experience managing caseloads, maintaining accurate records, and applying safeguarding and risk management practices.
Why Join Us?
We understand that when people feel supported and valued, they can achieve great things – and we want you to be part of that.
Here’s what you’ll enjoy as part of our team:
- Flexible working options to help you balance work and life in a way that suits you.
- Hybrid working – enjoy the best of both worlds!
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service – because your time off matters.
- A wealth of learning and career development opportunities, with paid and tailored training to support your growth.
- Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme 24/7,including access to counselling and GP services – your wellbeing is a priority.
- Employer contributory pension scheme to help secure your future.
- Great maternity, paternity and adoption benefits to support you and your family.
- Exclusive care workers discounts to make life a little easier.
- Access to a range of Employee Networks including People of Colour, LGBT+, Mental Health and Accessibility – we embrace and celebrate diversity.
- A variety of health and wellbeing initiatives to keep you feeling your best.
- Cycle to Work Scheme to help you stay active and reduce your carbon footprint.
- Access to a Corporate Health Plan to support your physical and mental health.
We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment where everyone can thrive by being their true self. Join us in driving this important agenda forward and help shape a workplace where all voices are valued!
If you’re ready to use your skills to help others succeed, we’d love to hear from you.
For an informal chat about the role please contact Amiee Kealey, Team Leader via Amiee.Kealey@inspirenorth.co.uk or 07525910820
Recruitment is ongoing, and we’re reviewing applications as they come in. To give yourself the best chance, we recommend applying as early as possible. Please note that we may close the advert at any time if we find the right candidate or receive a high volume of strong applications.
Good Luck!
* You may use AI tools to support your application, but please ensure it is written in your own voice and reflects your experience, strengths, and reasons for applying.
Working hours/days to be discussed at interview based on the availability of the candidate. Once agreed, the days/hours would be on a permanent working rota.