Project Worker

NFP People; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Specialist Project Worker to provide trauma-informed support in Southend-on-Sea. This role involves working with vulnerable individuals to help them rebuild their lives and achieve independence. You will deliver personalized support, co-produce recovery-focused activities, and collaborate with various partners. This is an opportunity to contribute to a meaningful project aimed at empowering those who have faced significant challenges.

Benefits

25 Days holiday

Pension

Life Assurance

Blue Light Card

Training and Development

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience supporting people with complex needs.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed and recovery-focused practice.
• Strong communication and crisis management skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored, one-to-one support for residents with multiple disadvantages.
• Provide intensive housing management and life skills coaching.
• Act as an advocate, linking residents to key health, housing, and support services.

Skills

Communication

Crisis Management

Person-Centred Support

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, Housing or equivalent

Job description

We are recruiting a dedicated Specialist Project Worker to deliver high-quality, trauma-informed support within a psychologically informed environment (PIE). You’ll be part of a small, dynamic team helping women rebuild their lives and move towards independence.

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable people? Join a brand-new, purpose-driven project in Southend-on-sea, supporting individuals who have experienced long-term rough sleeping and complex challenges.

Benefits:

• Salary: £29,845 -£32,439
• 25 Days holiday
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Blue Light Card
• Training and Development
• 37.5 hours per week (Will include providing evening and weekend cover across all sites in accordance with the work rota.)

About the job:

• Deliver tailored, one-to-one support for residents with multiple disadvantages
• Co-produce activities and interventions with a focus on recovery and empowerment
• Provide intensive housing management and life skills coaching
• Maintain accurate support plans, risk assessments, and records
• Act as an advocate, linking residents to key health, housing, and support services
• Work collaboratively with partners through multi-agency models

About you:

• 2+ years’ experience supporting people with complex needs
• Knowledge of trauma-informed and recovery-focused practice
• Strong communication and crisis management skills
• Passion for person-centred, anti-oppressive support
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, Housing or equivalent (desirable)

This is your chance to be part of something meaningful from the ground up. If you’re ready to empower lives and shape a brand-new service, we want to hear from you.

Please note: Applicants must be available for interview on 29th May 2025.