Project Worker

Sanctuary Scotland Housing Association Limited; Colchester; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days’ annual leave pro rata (rising

occupational sick pay linked to length

Job summary

Sanctuary Supported Living is seeking a Project Worker in Colchester, Essex. Join a compassionate team supporting individuals with disabilities at Straight Road, contributing to independence and wellbeing.

The role focuses on one-to-one support, risk assessments, and activity delivery to aid recovery and daily living. The position offers a supportive not-for-profit environment with training, flexible work options, and a pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting adults with physical or learning disabilities or high needs.
• Empathetic and able to relate to people with diverse needs.
• Able to work effectively under pressure and maintain accurate records.
• 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 with learning and physical disabilities to build independence and reach their potential.
• Provide one-to-one support when needed.
• Promote safety through risk assessments and regular reviews.
• Assess needs and update support plans.
• Deliver small group activities to support recovery and wellbeing.

Skills

Experience supporting adults with dis/

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Project Worker

Colchester, Essex, GB, CO3 9DT

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’s needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

Project Worker

Straight Road, Colchester, Essex, CO3 9DT

£14.57 per hour

24 Hours per week

Empower independence, every single day

We’re proud to be recognised as the 2025 Housing with Care Employer of the Year – and we’re excited to welcome a new Project Worker to our vibrant CQC-registered disability service at Straight Road, Colchester, Essex, CO3 9DT.

You’ll be part of a compassionate, community-focused team supporting people with a disability, that puts people first – every single day. #BeYourBest is more than a hashtag – it’s our commitment to helping our people grow, thrive, and feel valued. We’ll support you with the tools, training, and encouragement to reach your full potential, while celebrating your individuality and the difference you make every day.

As a not-for-profit organisation, we reinvest in our people and our services, celebrating individuality and helping you thrive both personally and professionally.

Your role

• Support customers with learning and physical disabilities to build independence and reach their potential
• Provide one-to-one support when needed
• Promote safety through risk assessments and regular reviews
• Assess needs and update support plans
• Deliver small group activities to support recovery and wellbeing

(This role is sometimes also referred to as Support Worker, Support Assistant, or Independent Living Assistant).

Your skills

• Experience supporting adults with physical or learning disabilities or high needs
• Empathetic and able to relate to people with diverse needs
• Able to work effectively under pressure and maintain accurate records
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or willingness to work towards it
• Proficient technology/IT skills (Microsoft Office and similar)

Your rewards

You deserve more than the basics. That’s why, alongside 33 days’ annual leave pro rata (rising to 38, including bank holidays), occupational sick pay linked to length of service, and a contributory pension scheme, we’ve created a package to help you thrive:

• Health and wellbeing support– including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial, and legal advice, as well as short-term counselling
• Company-paid life insurance
• Parental leave arrangementsandannual leave purchase scheme
• Company-funded trainingand ongoing career development opportunities
• Flexible working optionsand aninclusive culturewhere everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks
• Exclusive retail discounts, Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice arrangements
• Enhanced pay rates for additional hours, when available

Some rewards are subject to a qualifying period or other criteria – visit our website for more information.

Ready to #BeYourBest?

Before you apply

• We can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this vacancy.
• All roles require safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including criminal records and overseas police checks if needed; for more information, please get in touch.
• Internal candidates should apply via their internal careers account.
• We may close this advert early, so please apply as soon as possible.

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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