Join Inspire North as a Housing Support Worker!
Could you help a young person build a brighter future?
As a Support Worker within our OWL service, you'll support young people aged 16-25, including care leavers and unaccompanied asylum seekers, who may be homeless or at risk of homelessness.
You'll work alongside young people to build confidence, develop independent living skills, and help them move towards sustaining their own tenancy. Through person-centred support, you'll empower young people to overcome challenges, achieve their goals, and create positive futures.
No two days are the same. From supporting someone to manage their home and finances, to helping them access education, training, employment and community opportunities, you'll make a real difference every day.
If you're passionate about helping young people thrive, we'd love to hear from you.
Who we're looking for:
- Passionate about supporting young people and promoting their wellbeing.
- Able to build positive, trusting relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Resilient, empathetic and adaptable in your approach.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Experience of working with vulnerable young people, or a good understanding of the challenges they face.
Why Join Us?
At Inspire North, we know that when people feel supported, appreciated and encouraged to be themselves, they can do amazing things – and we want you to be part of that.
Here’s what you’ll enjoy as part of our team:
- Flexible working options so you can balance life and work in a way that genuinely works for you.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service – because rest matters.
- Loads of learning and career development opportunities, including paid and personalised training to help you grow.
- Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme 24/7,including counselling and GP services – your wellbeing comes first.
- 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 everyday life that bit easier.
- Active Employee Networks including People of Colour, LGBT+, Mental Health and Accessibility – because everyone deserves to belong.
- Health and wellbeing initiatives to help you feel your best, inside and out.
- Cycle to Work Scheme to keep you moving and support greener choices.
- Corporate Health Plan to support your physical and mental health.
We proudly 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 Floyd Towo, Team Leader via .
Recruitment is ongoing, and we’re reviewing applications as they come in. To give yourself the best chance, we recommend applying as early – we may close the advert at any time if we find the right candidate or receive a high volume of strong applications.
Good Luck – we can’t wait to meet you!
* You're welcome to use AI tools to support your application, but make sure your final submission reflects your own voice, experience and strengths.
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Housing Support Worker, Leeds in Ledston employer: Inspire North
Inspire North is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its employees while making a meaningful impact in the community. With a flexible working environment, generous leave policy, and dedicated training opportunities, staff are empowered to grow both personally and professionally in their roles. Working in Leeds, you will be part of a supportive culture that values collaboration and compassion, making it a rewarding place to contribute to mental health support.
