At a Glance
- Tasks: Support vulnerable individuals in achieving their housing goals and building confidence.
- Company: Fusion Housing, dedicated to helping communities in West Yorkshire.
- Benefits: 30 days annual leave, flexible working, health cash plan, and pension contributions.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Experience in supporting individuals with complex needs and a positive attitude.
The predicted salary is between 24920 - 24920 £ per year.
FUSION HOUSING works across the Kirklees, Calderdale and Wakefield districts of West Yorkshire, providing help for our communities to find and maintain housing through legal advice, employment support, learning opportunities, supported accommodation and local food bank provision.
Hours: Full Time, 37 hours per week (Monday-Friday)
Salary: Band 3A £24,920 per annum (2% pay rise in Oct26)
Contract: Formerly advertised as fixed term for 6 months, now a permanent role
Location: Huddersfield (Pearl House, 10 John William Street, Huddersfield, HD1 1BA) there will be a requirement to attend any HOMEs properties in Huddersfield and Dewsbury.
Fusion Housing are looking for the right person to join our support team within our HOMEs service; you will be experienced in supporting vulnerable individuals to realise their goals and move on into independent, suitable accommodation.
The role includes:
- Supporting people, finding out about their life journey and working together to make their goals a reality through support planning.
- Updating support plans and risk assessments.
- Providing person centred support to adults who sometimes have very complex and challenging behaviours such as learning disabilities, ADHD, anxiety and personality disorders and psychotic disorders.
- Encouraging individuals to build their confidence so they can create good relations with others.
- Linking in with other professionals such as Housing Officers, Social Workers and CPNs.
- Helping remove the barriers people may have to finding suitable independent housing.
- Being understanding and supportive when times are tough; you’ll become that friendly face for someone to talk and listen to, whilst supporting the client to tenancy sustainment.
The qualities we’re looking for:
- A positive, enthusiastic attitude with a sense of curiosity and lots of imagination.
- Someone who enjoys working in a fast paced, dynamic team where people support each other and are happy to get stuck in.
- Being able to work on own initiative and enjoy the challenge of an ever changing workload.
Further information, eg job description & employee specification, are available to download via Hireful through the Fusion Housing website www.fusionhousing.org.uk (About Us – Volunteering & Working).
TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE: Complete our online application form through Hireful via the Fusion Housing website www.fusionhousing.org.uk (About Us – Volunteering & Working).
CLOSING DATE: 9am on 15th July 2026. *Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we may close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is identified.
INTERVIEWS: Date TBC.
Fusion Housing has a commitment to safeguarding children and adults at risk and will ensure that all its policies reflect this. This recruitment is taking place under our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy and Procedures. An Enhanced DBS check will be required.
As an employee of Fusion Housing, all successful applicants benefit from the following:
- 30 days annual leave, 2 floating days and statutory bank holidays (all pro-rata for P/T staff).
- Flexible working.
- 30-minute paid break per day.
- 5% employer pension contribution.
- Pension salary sacrifice scheme.
- Sick pay scheme.
- Inclusive maternity and parental policies and pay.
- Health cash plan.
- Access to Blue Light card.
- A full range of staff and peer support networks.
Support Worker (Kirklees) in Huddersfield employer: Fusion Housing Kirklees
Fusion Housing is an exceptional employer located in Huddersfield, dedicated to supporting vulnerable individuals in the community. With a strong focus on employee well-being, we offer generous benefits such as 30 days of annual leave, flexible working hours, and a supportive work culture that encourages personal and professional growth. Our commitment to inclusivity and teamwork ensures that every staff member feels valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.
