Project 6 is looking for a compassionate, motivated and person-centred Recovery and Housing Support Worker to join our Homelessness Project in Keighley.
This is an exciting opportunity to support people experiencing homelessness alongside alcohol and/or drug use, helping them overcome barriers, build resilience and achieve lasting positive change.
Working as part of a dedicated team, you will provide practical housing support, recovery-focused interventions and personalised guidance to help people secure and sustain accommodation, improve their wellbeing and move towards independent living.
Salary: £26,603.64 (equivalent to £14.62 per hour) | Working full-time, 35 hours per week
About the Role
You will work closely with individuals experiencing homelessness, offering intensive support over approximately 12 to 18 months. Through one-to-one work, drop-ins and group activities, you will empower people to identify and achieve their goals while building the skills and confidence needed for a more stable future
About You
We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting people facing multiple disadvantages and who can build trusting relationships through a compassionate and non-judgemental approach.
You may have:
- A Level 3 qualification, degree or equivalent experience in Health and Social Care, housing, substance use treatment or a related field.
- Experience supporting people experiencing homelessness, substance use issues, complex needs or multiple disadvantage.
- Knowledge of housing pathways, homelessness services or relevant legislation.
- An understanding of trauma-informed practice, recovery approaches and harm reduction principles.
- Experience developing person-centred support plans and supporting tenancy sustainment.
- Excellent interpersonal, organisational and record-keeping skills.
- The ability to motivate, empower and support people to achieve positive outcomes.
We recognise and value lived experience and voluntary experience alongside formal qualifications and employment experience.
Why Join Us?
At Project 6, we care about your wellbeing too. That’s why we offer:
38 days paid holiday (including bank holidays)
Annual salary of £26,603.64 (equivalent to £14.62 per hour)
A generous 5.5% employer pension contribution
A 35-hour working week, with a family-friendly 9.30am start most days
A supportive, inclusive team environment where you’ll be valued and encouraged to grow
We are committed to equity, diversity, and belonging; we know the best services are built by teams with varied backgrounds and experiences.
Location
Based in Keighley, West Yorkshire, with opportunities to work across the community.
The Application Process
Application is by form available on the vacancy page of our website, available at:
https://project6.org.uk/recovery-and-housing-worker-homelessness-project/
Completed versions should indicate why you are interested in applying for the role and how you meet the role requirements.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us via our website or direct message through Indeed if you require any assistance or adjustment that can help the application process to work for you.
The closing date for applications is 1st September 2026 at 4pm.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £26,603.64 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Paid volunteer time
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
