Housing Support Worker Darlington £26,994 - £29,498 Per annum (pro rata) Part Time 25 Hours per week Permanent Ref: INS1185719 Join Our Team as a Housing Support Worker! Do you enjoy supporting people to build safer, more secure futures? We are looking for a compassionate and proactive person to join our team, providing housing-related support to families aged 16 and over who may be experiencing homelessness, complex needs, or safeguarding concerns. As a Housing Support Worker, you’ll deliver personalised, trauma-informed support that empowers families to maximise their independence and successfully transition into long-term, sustainable housing. You’ll deliver tenancy support including budgeting, rent management and property upkeep. If you’re empathetic, organised, and passionate about helping families thrive, we’d love to hear from you! Who we’re looking for: • Experience of working with vulnerable families in supported accommodation • A natural communicator - warm, human, and able to build trust while maintaining professional boundaries • Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures • A UK driving licence (or one valid in the UK) and access to a vehicle for work. 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 (where applicable) – 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 Rebecca Davison, Service Manager, via Rebecca.Davison@inspirenorth.co.uk or 07841371697. 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. Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident .