Peer Worker

The vacancy

This role is on a fixed-term basis until 31st March 2026.

We will accept applicants who wish to work part-time as well as full-time.

This role is based out of our Colchester office. Candidates will have the opportunity to work in the following areas:

• Braintree
• Maldon
• Chelmsford
• Colchester
• Tendring

What you'll be doing

As a Peer Worker, you'll play a key role in supporting people facing homelessness by sharing your own experiences to provide hope, confidence, and guidance. Working within the outreach team, you will:

• Offer emotional and practical support to people experiencing homelessness or at risk of losing their home
  
• Share your own journey to help customers overcome challenges and build resilience
  
• Work alongside outreach workers to support people with housing, benefits, mental health, and substance misuse issues
  
• Assist customers in accessing support services and making positive life changes
  
• Provide valuable insights to shape the future of homelessness support services
  
• Help to engage individuals facing multiple disadvantages, including those involved in the criminal justice system
  

What we're looking for

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Have lived experience of homelessness or being at risk of homelessness, particularly while managing mental health challenges or being in the criminal justice system
  
• Be open and honest in sharing your personal experiences to support and inspire others
  
• Be passionate about helping people achieve independence, stability, and wellbeing
  
• Have a kind and empathetic approach, recognising the unique needs of a diverse customer base
  
• Be a positive role model, demonstrating that change and progress are possible
  

This role requires an Enhanced DBS check.

What's in it for you?

At Peabody, we value our people and offer a range of benefits, including:

• 25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays
  
• Two paid volunteering days each year
  
• Flexible benefits scheme, including healthcare, dental care, vouchers, and more
  
• 4x salary life assurance
  
• Competitive salaries, regularly benchmarked against market rates
  
• Professional development, with access to fully funded apprenticeships and qualifications
  
• Family-friendly policies
  
• Up to 10% pension contribution, matched 1:1
  

Ready to apply?

If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist, George Murphy, at george.murphy@peabody.org.uk

Interviews will be taking place on Friday 2nd May 2025.

Please note: Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licensed UK employer.

Peabody reserves the right to close this advert before the advertised closing date, depending on the number of applications received.