Location
Garthorne Rd, London

Hours
Full Time - 5 days a week, including weekends and bank holidays. Shifts may include early mornings and evenings, so flexibility is essential.

Salary
£27,176 per annum

About the Role
Join Peabody as a Housing Support Worker and make a real difference in the lives of young people aged 16–25, including care leavers. This role is focused on providing practical and emotional support to help young people build life skills, access housing, and gain independence. It is not a care role but involves supporting young people to develop skills such as navigating housing options, managing benefits, and budgeting. You will create a safe, non-judgmental environment where young people feel empowered and respected. Bringing your own passions, whether in music, art, sports, or other interests, will help enrich the community and build meaningful connections. You will also collaborate closely with colleagues and external partners to ensure timely and appropriate support for each individual.

Why Join Us?
At Peabody, you will be part of a team guided by values including Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We foster a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.

Benefits
Up to 25 days’ annual leave
Flexible benefits including healthcare, dental, and discounts
4x Life Assurance and up to 10% pension contribution
Professional development opportunities including funded apprenticeships
Two paid volunteering days each year
Family-friendly policies and a supportive team culture

Experience
- Experience working with young people, especially those who have faced trauma, mental health challenges, or substance misuse is desirable.
- Transferable experience from youth work, education, housing, or similar sectors is valued.

About You
- Able to connect easily with young people and build trust.
- Creative and confident in engaging young people through music, sports, art, or other interests.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team, managing a caseload and supporting residents with budgeting, benefits, and housing options.
- Strong communication and IT skills.
- Flexible and reliable, able to work varied shifts including weekends and bank holidays.

Qualifications
While no specific qualifications are required, knowledge of safeguarding, support plans, or key working is ideal. A positive attitude and commitment to supporting young people’s independence are essential.