Housing Support Worker

Oscar Underhill Recruitment Solutions Ltd • Temporary • Birmingham, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom • £13.10 - £16.70 / hour • 1w ago

Housing Support Worker - Mother and Baby Unit
Homelessness Support
Solihull B36
Part-Time Temp Vacancy
Excellent Pay Rate
£16.70 per hour Umbrella

Are you passionate about supporting young people to achieve independence and positive outcomes?

Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity within supported housing and homelessness services?

Genuine Occupational Requirement

This post is open to FEMALE applicants ONLY

This is a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010, due to the nature of the service being delivered to women who have experienced domestic abuse.

Client Snapshot

I am currently recruiting for a well-established organisation that specialises in supporting young people facing homelessness, housing difficulties, and other complex support needs. Their services are highly regarded across the sector, helping vulnerable young people develop the skills and confidence needed to move towards independent living.

Due to long-term sickness cover, they are now seeking an experienced Housing Support Worker to join their team on a temporary basis.

Vacancy Brief

Housing Support Worker – Temporary Assignment
Mother and Baby Unit
Based in Solihull B36
18.75 hours per week
Working Pattern:
- Tuesday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
- Thursday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
- Friday: 9:00am – 12:45pm
No weekend working
Site-based role at a single supported housing scheme, mother and baby unit.
Pay Rate: £13.15 PAYE or £16.70 per hour Umbrella
Enhanced DBS (Child & Adult Workforce) required
Previous experience supporting young people within homelessness, supported housing, or independent living services is essential

Duties & Responsibilities

Provide person-centred housing-related support to clients in a mother and baby unit living within supported accommodation.
Assist residents to develop independent living skills, including budgeting, tenancy management, education, training, and employment goals.
Complete support plans, risk assessments, and regular reviews to monitor progress and outcomes.
Support young people to sustain accommodation and prevent homelessness.
Work closely with external agencies and partner organisations to ensure residents receive appropriate support.
Safeguard vulnerable young people and respond appropriately to welfare concerns.
Maintain accurate case records and contribute to service performance requirements.
Encourage engagement with support services and promote positive wellbeing.

What We're Looking For

Experience supporting young people within homelessness, housing, supported living, or related support services.
Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk assessment, and support planning.
Ability to build positive professional relationships and engage hard-to-reach individuals.
Experience working within a person-centred and outcomes-focused environment.
Enhanced DBS covering Child and Adult Workforce (or willingness to obtain one).