Project Worker

Sanctuary Group; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A not-for-profit housing and support organization in Canterbury is seeking a Project Worker to support young people with diverse needs. This role involves assessing customer support needs, assisting with everyday living, and providing financial advice. Ideal candidates will have experience working with vulnerable people and possess strong interpersonal skills. Join a dedicated team to make a positive impact in the community, while benefiting from comprehensive training and a supportive workplace environment.

Benefits

Occupational sick pay

24/7 employee advice service

Pension plan

25 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience of working with vulnerable people.
• A positive approach to working with young people.
• Good interpersonal and customer care skills.

Responsibilities

• Assessing customer needs through support plans.
• Supporting day-to-day living activities.
• Helping manage finances and benefits.

Skills

Experience with vulnerable people

Interpersonal skills

Customer care skills

Ability to work independently

Education

NVQ3 in Health & Social Care

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Project Worker

Location: 94 Whitstable Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8ED

Salary: £14.01 per hour

Hours: 30 hours per week

Sanctuary Supported Living is delighted to be recruiting for a Project Worker at our OFSTED registered Young People Scheme, Whitstable Road in Canterbury.

At Sanctuary Supported Living, we specialise in delivering a wide range of personalised housing, care, and support services to help people across England to live as independently as possible.

We’re a national organisation, but we’re not-for-profit and we think locally by putting our customers at the heart of what we do. We’re committed to being our best and helping customers to be their best, as we support them on their pathways for independence.

No matter your job – delivering support directly or working in our offices to support our frontline teams – your work makes a difference every day.

And working with us isn’t just another job. It’s rewarding, inspiring, exciting and it provides an opportunity to make a real, positive impact on people’s lives. Plus, we’ll support you in reaching your aspirations and career goals, through comprehensive training and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Regularly assessing the needs of customers by writing and updating support plans, and signposting access to education, training, and employment
• Supporting customers in their day to day living i.e., with cooking and cleaning
• Offering advice in relation to fulfilling tenancy conditions
• Assisting customers with managing finances and welfare benefits
• Encouraging social inclusion and helping customers to build their confidence, resilience, and self-esteem
• Ensuring Sanctuary Supported Living delivers its safeguarding responsibilities

Qualifications

• Proven experience of working with vulnerable people
• A positive approach to working with young people who have a range of needs
• Good interpersonal and customer care skills, with an approachable attitude
• Sound knowledge of action/support planning, key working, risk assessment and safeguarding
• Ability to work on your own initiative
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel or similar
• NVQ3 in Health & Social Care, or willing to work towards

Benefits

Your Mind and Body

• Occupational sick pay after 12 month’s service (for those on contracted hours only and subject to qualifying period)
• Confidential 24/7 employee advice service (Includes medical and legal advice)
• Wellbeing resources through our employee platforms including Aviva Digicare
• A greener commute with our Cycle to Work scheme

Your Financial Wellbeing

• Financial wellbeing support including access to affordable loans via salary finance and free mortgage advice
• Exclusive discounts through our e-hub platform
• Securing your future with our contributory pension plan
• Life assurance
• Parental leave schemes (Adoption, Maternity, Paternity and Shared)

Your Job

• 25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus bank holidays pro rata
• Growth and development with us through comprehensive training and internal career opportunities
• Ability to be part of our inclusive staff networks like the Parent Network and Disability Network
• Loyalty recognition scheme for 12 month’s service onwards

Important: Overseas Police Check

If you have lived or worked overseas, you may be required to provide an overseas police check. Any costs incurred for this will be reimbursed once employment has commenced.

Cover Letter Requirements

• Explain your reasons for wanting to work with young people.
• Outline why you are keen to work in this specific role.

Applications without a cover letter may not be considered.

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Building Equality and Diversity

Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers.
We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working.
An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.
Sanctuary Supported Living is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities.

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