Peabody

Colchester, Essex Outreach Support Worker Empower People to Live Independently and Thrive Are you someone who s compassionate, proactive, and loves helping others build confidence and independence? Do you enjoy being out and about, meeting people, and making a real difference in your community? If so, this could be the perfect role for you. We re looking for an Outreach Support Worker to join our team, supporting vulnerable individuals across the Braintree and Uttlesford area of Essex. You ll be helping people overcome challenges related to mental health, physical health, and employment so a full UK driving licence and access to your own car is essential. What your day might look like Start by visiting customers in their homes, helping them maintain their tenancies and build essential life skills. Support individuals with navigating welfare benefits, accessing services, and building confidence. Liaise with external agencies to ensure customers get the right support at the right time. Provide crisis intervention when needed, always with empathy and professionalism. What makes this role special Please note, this isn t a care worker role. This is a role where it s about empowering people, not doing things for them. You ll help customers build resilience, develop skills, and take control of their lives. You ll be their cheerleader, guide and advocate. You ll be part of a passionate team that s committed to helping people flourish, and you ll have the freedom to work independently while making a real impact. Could it be you? We re looking for someone who: Has experience (professional or voluntary) in a supportive role Has worked with individuals facing mental health, health-related, or employment challenges Understands housing support needs and welfare benefits Can provide pre-tenancy advice and ongoing tenancy support Communicates clearly and solves problems with confidence Holds a valid UK driving licence and has access to a vehicle Is happy to undergo an Enhanced DBS check What you ll get in return 25 days annual holiday (plus bank holidays) 2 paid volunteering days each year Flexible benefits scheme including healthcare, dental, tech, vouchers, and more Life assurance at 4x your salary Up to 10% pension contribution Family-friendly policies A role where your support helps people thrive PLEASE NOTE: Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer. Closing date: 11th June 2026 at midnight. Interviews will be held in person on the 18th June at our Pitsea or Colchester Octagon office.

Monday to Friday, 9-5 Mid-Essex with base office at Pitsea Drug and Alcohol Outreach Support Worker Empower People to Live Independently and Thrive Are you someone who s compassionate, proactive, and loves helping others build confidence and independence? Do you enjoy being out and about, meeting people, and making a real difference in your community? If so, this could be the perfect role for you. We re looking for an Outreach Support Worker to join our Drug and Alcohol Outreach team, supporting vulnerable individuals across the Epping, Harlow and Brentwood area of Essex. You ll be helping people with addiction issues overcome challenges related to their housing, mental health, physical health and employment. What your day might look like Start by visiting customers in their homes, helping them maintain their tenancies and build essential life skills. Support individuals with navigating welfare benefits, accessing services, and building confidence. Liaise with external agencies to ensure customers get the right support at the right time. Provide crisis intervention when needed, always with empathy and professionalism. What makes this role special Please note, this isn t a care worker role. This is a role where it s about empowering people, not doing things for them. You ll help customers build resilience, develop skills, and take control of their lives. You ll be their cheerleader, guide and advocate. You ll be part of a passionate team that s committed to helping people flourish, and you ll have the freedom to work independently while making a real impact. Could it be you? We re looking for someone who: Has an understanding of drug and alcohol issues through professional, voluntary, or lived experience. Has worked with individuals facing mental health, health-related, or employment challenges Understands housing support needs and welfare benefits Can provide pre-tenancy advice and ongoing tenancy support Previous experience of working in a customer facing role Communicates clearly and solves problems with confidence Holds a valid UK driving licence and has access to a vehicle Is happy to undergo an Enhanced DBS check What you ll get in return 25 days annual holiday (plus bank holidays) 2 paid volunteering days each year Flexible benefits scheme including healthcare, dental, tech, vouchers, and more Life assurance at 4x your salary Up to 10% pension contribution Family-friendly policies A role where your support helps people thrive PLEASE NOTE: Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer. Closing date: 7th June 2026 at midnight. Interviews will be held via MS Teams on 16th June and then meet in person on 18th June, with a case study exercise at a location in the region.