Homelessness Support Project Worker — Part-Time, Flexible Hours

Sanctuary Group; Haverhill; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave pro rata

Occupational sick pay

Contributory pension scheme

Health and wellbeing support

Job summary

Sanctuary Supported Living in Haverhill is seeking a Project Worker to support people experiencing homelessness within our homelessness service at The Limes. The role is 26 hours per week across four 6.5‑hour shifts, with some weekend work, offering a competitive salary and a values‑driven environment.

You will join a compassionate team, earn 33 days’ annual leave pro rata, sickness pay linked to service length, and access a contributory pension.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting adults who have experienced homelessness.
• Positive, flexible and enthusiastic approach.
• Able to work well in a team and independently.
• Strong organisational skills with good literacy and numeracy.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or willingness to work towards it.
• Proficient technology/IT skills (Microsoft Office and similar).

Responsibilities

• Support customers who have experienced homelessness to build independence and reach their potential
• Assess needs and update support plans
• Act as the first point of contact for customer queries
• Build positive relationships that respect choice, privacy and dignity
• Work with external partners to boost confidence, health and wellbeing, and encourage education and employment

Skills

Homelessness experience

Team player

Literacy & numeracy

Microsoft Office

Flexible / adaptable

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sanctuary Supported Living in Haverhill is seeking a Project Worker to support people experiencing homelessness within our homelessness service at The Limes. The role is 26 hours per week across four 6.5‑hour shifts, with some weekend work, offering a competitive salary and a values‑driven environment.

You will join a compassionate team, earn 33 days’ annual leave pro rata, sickness pay linked to service length, and access a contributory pension.