Accommodation Project Worker

YMCA Trinity Group; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks holiday + PH

Birthday leave

NEST pension

DBS check paid

EAP wellbeing support

Job summary

YMCA Trinity Group in Cambridge is seeking an Accommodation Project Worker to support young people aged 16-25. You will deliver personalised plans, key working, and life skills coaching, helping residents gain independence in a safe, supportive environment.

The role includes 40-hour weeks across early, mid, and late shifts and some weekends. Salary £28,246.40 per year with a range of benefits; DBS checks are facilitated, and 5 weeks holiday plus birthday leave, pension, and wellbeing support are

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills with a warm, approachable manner and a focus on excellent face-to-face support.
• Clear understanding of confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Able to work in a respectful, non-judgemental, and inclusive way.
• Confident and positive when engaging with young people, building trust and rapport.
• Stays calm and focused under pressure, even in challenging situations.
• Comfortable using computers and digital tools in day-to-day tasks.
• A team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to support others.

Responsibilities

• Help young people build skills to live independently through personalised plans, key working, and life skills coaching.
• Contribute to a safe, welcoming space and assist with day-to-day running of the service.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Non-judgemental

Engaging with young people

Calm under pressure

Computers/digital tools

Team player

Willingness to support others

Job description

‘Inspiring communities, transforming young lives’

YMCA Trinity Group - Accommodation

‘Inspiring communities, transforming young lives’

Type of vacancy - Permanent Accommodation Project Worker

Job Reference - APW-QAH-0826

Location Queen Anne House, Gonville Place, Cambridge, CB1 1ND

A rewarding role where you can help to make a positive difference to a young person's life.

Our Cambridge accommodation site features 80 rooms, providing a safe and supportive home for young people aged 16-25. At Queen Anne House, our dedicated team of accommodation workers offers ongoing support and encouragement, helping residents build confidence and independence.

About The Role

As an Accommodation Project Worker, you'll help young people build the skills they need to live independently, offering support through personalised plans, key working, and life skills coaching. You'll help create a safe, welcoming space where residents feel at home, while also pitching in with the day-to-day running of the service.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong interpersonal skills with a warm, approachable manner and a focus on excellent face-to-face support.
• A clear understanding of confidentiality and the importance of professional boundaries.
• Able to work in a respectful, non-judgemental, and inclusive way.
• Confident and positive when engaging with young people, building trust and rapport.
• Stays calm and focused under pressure, even in challenging situations.
• Comfortable using computers and digital tools in day-to-day tasks.
• A team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to support others.

Download the Job Description in full in the Job Advert on our website.

In accordance with safer recruitment processes many of the roles we recruit for require successful candidates to undertake an appropriate criminal record background check. If an offer of work is accepted, YMCA Trinity Group will facilitate these checks on behalf of our staff and volunteers via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Days and hours: You will be contracted to 40 Hours Per Week. This is a combination of Early Shifts (8am-4:30pm) mid shift (11am-7:30pm) and Late Shifts (1:30pm-10pm). The role also included working alternate weekends and includes on call duties.

What We Offer

Annual salary £28246.40.

Additional benefits we offer include. (Check benefits are applicable to your location)

• 5 weeks holiday & public holiday allowance, plus a paid day off for your birthday (Pro rata)
• Competitive rates of pay and company pension (NEST Scheme).
• Your DBS Check Facilitated / Cost Paid as part of your onboarding
• Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support

At YMCA Trinity Group, we are committed to fostering a positive and rewarding work environment. We understand that the well-being and satisfaction of our staff and volunteers directly impact the quality of care and support we provide to our clients. We also value the vital contributions each individual makes in helping us achieve our mission.

Want to make a real difference and be part of a supportive team?

Additional Information

Please note YMCA Trinity Group does not have a sponsored Licence to recruit non-UK workers and therefore all candidates are expected to be able to work in the UK.

Please note that we do require an application form, completed in full, should you wish to be considered for a role with YMCA Trinity Group. Applications are scored against the relevant job description. CV's will not be considered as an application, merely an expression of interest.

Thank you for your interest and we look forward to hearing from you soon!

Ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable individuals is paramount to our mission. As such, we are committed to upholding rigorous safeguarding practices in all aspects of our work. Join us in making a meaningful difference while adhering to the highest standards of care and protection for those we serve

Visit ymcatrinitygroup.org.uk to view our current work and volunteering opportunities