Project Worker

Sanctuary Group; Epsom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit organization in Epsom is seeking a Project Worker to support vulnerable individuals. This role involves regular assessments, assistance with daily living, and fostering social inclusion. Ideal candidates will have experience working with young people and possess relevant qualifications. Competitive pay and extensive benefits are offered, including generous holiday and pension plans.

Benefits

At least 25 days paid holiday

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Online discounts and rewards

Health and well-being plans

Family friendly arrangements

Cycle to Work scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable groups is essential.
• Ability to engage and support young individuals through various needs.

Responsibilities

• Assessing the needs of customers and updating support plans.
• Supporting customers in daily living activities.
• Assisting customers with managing finances and welfare benefits.

Skills

Proven experience of working with vulnerable people

Positive approach to working with young people

Good interpersonal and customer care skills

Sound knowledge of action/support planning

Ability to work on your own initiative

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

Education

NVQ3 in Health & Social Care or willing to work towards

Job description

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Department: Health and Social Care (Qualified and Non-Qualifie

Operation: Sanctuary Supported Living

Closing Date: .

Requisition: 224351

Project Worker

£14.68 per hour

37.5 hours per week

Sanctuary Supported Living is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone that we support and care for and we expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, all appointments are made subject to satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service, qualification and pre-employment checks.

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.

The role of Project Worker will include:

• 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

Skills and experiences:

• 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

Are you ready to be your best?

Brilliant work deserves brilliant benefits! As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary Supported Living a great place to work, here are just some of the ways we’ll reward you:

• At least 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service (plus public holidays)
• A pension scheme with employer contributions
• A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers
• Health and well-being plans
• Life assurance
• Family friendly arrangements, including opportunities for flexible working
• Tax efficient savings through our Cycle to Work scheme
• A wide range of learning and development opportunities

Job Reference:224351

We are only currently accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK.

If you are applying internally, don't forget to use your internal careers account to submit your application.

We might get a lot of applications so reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Don’t miss out, please apply early.

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ 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.

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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