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JOB TITLE

OUTREACH/SUPPORT WORKER

SALARY

£27,000 – £29,000

*Depending on experience

LOCATION

LEEDS

*Office based in Armley with free parking available

 

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

FULL-TIME

CONTRACT

PERMANENT

HOURS

37 HOURS PER WEEK

BENEFITS

We offer a wide range of benefits, including pension scheme, 25 days annual leave, increasing one day per year until 28 days, plus bank holidays and birthdays off. We also offer a £65 per year winter clothing allowance and access to counselling.

THE ROLE

This role is for an outreach worker to deliver emotional and practical support to people are are suffering from homelessness. You will deliver trauma informed support on a one to one basis. You will befriend, signpost and advocate for our clients whilst increasing their confidence and addressing any unmet needs. You will need to be physically fit as you walk around the areas on outreach during the day but also on some evening and early morning sessions.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a positive, confident, understanding person who shows empathy in some of the most difficult situations, to join our team in Leeds. Experience of working with people who have faced or are facing homelessness is essential. 

JOB DESCRIPTION AND PERSON SPECIFICATION

To download the job description and person specification, click HERE

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY 16TH OCTOBER 2026

INTERVIEW DATE: TUESDAY 20TH OCTOBER 2026

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I confirm that the information given in this application is to the best of my knowledge, complete and correct. I understand that any false, incomplete or misleading statements may lead to an offer of employment being withdrawn or dismissal after appointment. I understand that any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK and a DBS enhanced disclosure check.

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