Housing Support Team LeaderTower HamletsYoung Person Support ServicePermanent Contract40 Hours£32,084.50We’re recruiting a Housing Support Team Leader to join a respected Housing Association’s Young Person Support Service in Tower Hamlets, providing leadership and safeguarding oversight in a psychologically informed environment.THE ROLEYou will lead a team delivering high-quality housing-related support to vulnerable young people aged 16–25 within a supported accommodation setting, ensuring safety, empowerment, and progression to independent living.

• Supervise and coach frontline staff to provide consistent and safe service delivery
• Lead on safeguarding for young people, including 16/17-year-olds, escalating concerns appropriately
• Ensure risk assessments are conducted, reviewed and implemented effectively
• Oversee new resident referrals, bookings, and inductions
• Promote resident involvement through house meetings and engagement opportunities
• Work closely with Housing Officers and partner agencies to maintain property standards and support tenancy sustainment
• Maintain accurate records and ensure data protection and confidentiality compliance

THE CANDIDATEWe are looking for someone with previous experience in a similar housing support or hostel-based role, with a strong understanding of the needs and challenges faced by vulnerable young people.

• Experience supervising staff in a supported housing or care setting
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and child protection frameworks
• Ability to work within a psychologically informed environment (PIE)
• Confident communicator with strong partnership working and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in using IT systems for case management and reporting

THE CONTRACT

• Full time, 40 Hours per week, including weekends on a rota basis
• Permanent Contract
• £32,084.50 per year
• Plus a range of benefits including pension scheme, life assurance, medical cash back, season ticket loan, and training opportunities

HOW TO APPLYTo apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to .uk or call on to discuss the role in more detail!If the role is more suited to someone you know, we offer a £250 referral bonus for every successfully referred candidate!