Domestic Abuse Support Project Worker | Flexible Hours

Sanctuary Group; Paignton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing

Life insurance

Parental leave

Leave purchase plan

Training & development

Flexible working

Inclusive culture

Retail discounts

Cycle to Work

Salary sacrifice

Extra hours pay

Job summary

Sanctuary Group is seeking a Project Worker at Woodview House, Paignton, to support people experiencing domestic abuse within a compassionate, community-focused team. The role involves assessing needs, signposting to education, training and employment, helping with finances and welfare benefits, promoting social inclusion, and working with partner agencies while upholding safe working practices.

This not-for-profit employer offers generous leave, a contributory pension, employee support

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people affected by domestic abuse or working in supported living
• Knowledge of housing management, including voids and arrears
• Understanding of occupancy agreements
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and work on your own initiative
• Empathetic and non-judgmental with strong interpersonal skills
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or willingness to work towards
• Proficient technology/IT skills (Microsoft Office and similar)

Responsibilities

• Assess client needs and update support plans, signposting to education, training and employment opportunities
• Support clients with managing finances and welfare benefits
• Encourage social inclusion and help clients build confidence, resilience and self-esteem
• Work with agencies on behalf of clients, promoting choice and acting as an advocate when needed
• Promote safe working practices by completing risk assessments within legislative guidelines

Skills

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Initiative

Calm under pressure

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sanctuary Group is seeking a Project Worker at Woodview House, Paignton, to support people experiencing domestic abuse within a compassionate, community-focused team. The role involves assessing needs, signposting to education, training and employment, helping with finances and welfare benefits, promoting social inclusion, and working with partner agencies while upholding safe working practices.

This not-for-profit employer offers generous leave, a contributory pension, employee support