YMCA Newcastle Careers

Supported Housing Team Leader

YMCA Newcastle Careers

Salary

Competitive

Closing Date

15 Oct 2026

Posted

15 Sep 2026

YMCA Newcastle are recruiting a Supported Housing Team Leader to manage a team of support workers providing housing support to young people in the care system. Salary: £28,084.57 per annum (Grade G2) Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 4-on-4-off 12-hour rota including weekends and bank holidays Location: Newcastle upon Tyne About the Role: As a Supported Housing Team Leader at YMCA Newcastle, you will lead and manage a team of support workers delivering support to 15 young people in the care system who are living in housed accommodation. You will provide day-to-day line management, ensure consistent, high-quality support, and promote a trauma-informed approach to working with young people. Key Responsibilities: - Provide day-to-day line management and support for a team of support workers - Oversee the delivery of support to 15 young people in a housed supported accommodation service - Ensure support plans are co-produced, reviewed and outcome-focused - Promote safeguarding and trauma-informed practice across the team - Work collaboratively with partner agencies and the wider YMCA Newcastle team - Support quality assurance and compliance with commissioning requirements - Work a 4-on-4-off 12-hour shift pattern including weekends and bank holidays About You: - Experience working in supported housing, particularly with young people - Previous line management experience is desirable - Knowledge of safeguarding, trauma-informed practice and relevant legislation - Strong communication and leadership skills - Commitment to YMCA Newcastle's values and mission How to Apply: To find out more or to apply, email elaine.hall@ymcanewcastle.com or linda.mckie@ymcanewcastle.com About YMCA Newcastle: YMCA Newcastle supports young people across Newcastle and the surrounding area, providing accommodation, support and development opportunities for those who need it most.