Housing Support Worker

  • Oscar Underhill Recruitment Solutions Ltd
  • Whitchurch, Hampshire
  • Jan 05, 2026
Contractor Healthcare & Medical

Job Description

  • Housing Support worker
  • FEMALE ONLY
  • Housing provider in Supported Living
  • £17.39 Umbrella
  • Shropshire
  • 21 hours per week

Are you passionate about helping others?

Client snapshot:

An excellent opportunity has been made available by my client, an established housing provider in the UK. My client has a large portfolio of supported living projects and offers generic housing management and supported housing services.

Vacancy Brief:

  • The vacancy is that of a Housing Support worker; this is initially a three-month interim contract.
  • This is a part-time vacancy; 21 hours a week.
  • Working pattern is three days between Monday Friday 9am 5pm.
  • Pay rate for this role is £13.50 per hour on PAYE OR £17.39 Umbrella.
  • The vacancy will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check covering child and adult workforce.
  • Candidate will need a full UK driver s license and access to a vehicle.
  • Based on site, in Shrewsbury SY13
  • Supporting victims of domestic abuse and those experiencing risk of homelessness.
  • This role is open to Women Only - under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1

Role Overview:
As a Housing Support worker, you will provide emotional and practical support to individuals affected by domestic abuse, helping them move towards safety and independence.

Key Responsibilities:

  • In your role as a Housing Support Worker, you will support clients in their transition and resettlement from temporary accommodation into safe, independent living whether through housing associations or private rentals with rent deposit schemes.
  • As a Housing Support worker, you will carry out risk assessments and develop safety plans, referring high-risk cases to MARAC where appropriate.
  • You will provide emotional and practical support, including guidance through civil and criminal court processes and help with welfare rights.
  • An important aspect of your role will be to offer information on emergency accommodation, legal options, benefits, and housing support.
  • Furthermore, you will deliver or facilitate educational and evidence-based programmes designed to empower survivors.

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