Housing Support Worker (part time)

The vacancy

Part-Time Housing Support Worker - Young People (18 hours/week)

Location: Lambeth, London
Hours: 18 per week (across 7 days including weekends and bank holidays)
1 role available

Peabody is launching a brand-new supported housing service in Lambeth for young people aged 19-25. We're looking for a part-time Housing Support Worker to join this exciting new service and make a real difference in young people's lives.

You'll support young adults who have experienced homelessness, trauma, or complex life circumstances—including mental ill health, substance misuse, or time in care or the criminal justice system. This is your chance to help them build independence and a brighter future.

What You'll Be Doing

• Providing one-to-one support to a small caseload of young people
  
• Supporting young people with life skills, goal setting, benefits, housing applications, and budgeting
  
• Developing and maintaining person-centred support plans and risk assessments
  
• Signposting to services such as mental health, substance misuse, and safeguarding support
  
• Recording accurate notes and actions using Microsoft Office and internal systems
  
• Supporting the overall team to deliver a safe, stable, and trauma-informed service
  

Who We're Looking For

You'll be someone who:

• Has experience working with young people in housing, youth work, or support roles
  
• Understands homelessness, housing legislation, and trauma-informed support
  
• Can confidently develop and review support plans and risk assessments
  
• Has excellent IT skills and attention to detail
  
• Can build trust while maintaining clear professional boundaries
  
• Is available to work 18 hours a week across 7 days, including some weekends and bank holidays (this is essential and non-negotiable)
  

Your personal statement must clearly confirm your ability to:

• Work 18 hours per week
  
• Work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays
  
• Meet the essential criteria listed in the advert (with examples)
  

Only candidates who meet the essential requirements and confirm their availability will be shortlisted for interview.

Why Join Peabody?

• 25 days' annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays
  
• Pension up to 10% matched
  
• Paid-for qualifications and training
  
• Flexible benefits including healthcare, dental, and discount portal
  
• Family-friendly policies and 2 paid volunteering days per year
  
• A chance to be part of a new service that changes lives
  

Selection Process

• Screening interviews will take place between 21-23 May
  
• If successful, you may be invited to an in-person interview and online assessment during that week or the following week
  

Please note: Peabody does not offer visa sponsorship - you must have the right to work in the UK.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Ready to Apply?
Click 'Apply Now' to upload your CV and personal statement. Your personal statement must demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria and confirm your availability to work the required hours and shifts.

Have a question? Email Julie-Ann.O'Malley@peabody.org.uk