Project Worker

saha; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supported housing provider in the UK seeks a Project Worker for its Newhaven Foyer in Edinburgh. The role involves supporting young people experiencing homelessness, helping them develop essential life skills and navigate their journey to independent living. Ideal candidates are passionate about social change, possess excellent engagement skills, and can thrive in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

£100 start bonus

£250 bonus at 6 and 12 months

26 days annual leave, rising to 31

Additional day off on birthday

Pension with life assurance

Discounted private medical insurance

Loans for emergencies

Induction and role-specific training

Career development support

Long service awards from 2.5 years

Qualifications

• Experience in working with homeless or vulnerable people.
• Familiarity with community resources.
• Passionate about making a difference.

Responsibilities

• Support clients to sustain accommodation and manage their license agreement.
• Engage creatively with clients to develop skills.
• Assist in moving on to independent living.

Skills

Motivating young people

Building relationships

Resilience

Safeguarding principles

Engaging with vulnerable individuals

Job description

About The Role

Exciting opportunity for a Project Worker, based in our Newhaven Foyer, to work with a caseload of young people who are homeless or have recently experienced homelessness.

At Salvation Army Homes, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive, high-quality housing services, support, and resettlement.

The Project Worker will work with young people in a psychologically informed environment (training provided) and will engage creatively with clients to:

• Grow their strengths and talents
• Develop skills and resources to transform their lives
• Support tenancy sustainment
• Improve understanding of financial management
• Enable better health and wellbeing
• Assist in moving on to independent living

About You

You will be passionate about making a difference and thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. You will work in a manner that aligns with our values and behaviors, demonstrating energy, passion, and a positive attitude to transform lives.

You will be able to:

• Motivate young people to recognize and unlock their talents
• Engage and relate to young people aged 16-25
• Build trusting, professional relationships and demonstrate resilience
• Support clients to sustain their accommodation and manage their license agreement
• Have knowledge or experience working with homeless or vulnerable people
• Be familiar with community resources and handle complex situations
• Apply safeguarding principles in your work
• Participate in a shift rota over 7 days

We offer benefits such as:

• £100 start bonus, plus £250 at 6 months and 12 months
• 26 days annual leave, rising to 31
• Additional day off on your birthday
• High street discount scheme
• Pension with life assurance
• Discounted private medical insurance
• Loans for emergencies
• Induction and role-specific training
• Long service awards from 2.5 years
• Career development support

About Us

Salvation Army Homes, a leading supported housing provider in the UK, is committed to transforming lives through accommodation and support for vulnerable individuals, mainly those with complex needs or experiencing homelessness.

We focus on building on individual strengths through personalized strategies and plans to support recovery and positive behavior. Our workforce is key to our success, and we seek the best talent to continue delivering high-quality services.

As an equal opportunities employer, Salvation Army Homes values diversity and does not discriminate based on age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, race, religion, gender identity, or marital status. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

We may close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Please apply promptly.