A Housing Support Worker (HSW) is a professional working in the UK housing sector whose primary purpose is to provide practical and emotional support to people with a wide range of housing needs. The role of the Housing Support Worker (HSW) is to enable individuals to manage their own housing situation, as well as helping them to access services and resources that can improve their housing and wellbeing. The scope of the role can vary from providing advice and assistance to those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, to helping people to sustain their tenancies and access other housing-related services. The Housing Support Worker (HSW) may carry out a range of activities, such as providing advice and guidance, carrying out home visits and assessments, helping individuals to access services, advocating on their behalf and signposting them to relevant services, and carrying out practical tasks such as maintaining records and filling in forms. The skills and knowledge required to be a Housing Support Worker (HSW) can include a good