Project Worker

Sanctuary Supported Living; Swindon; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support service organization in Swindon is seeking a Project Worker to support individuals with learning and physical disabilities. The role involves assessing customer needs, developing support plans, and promoting well-being. Candidates should have experience working with people with disabilities, strong communication skills, and be comfortable in high-pressure situations. This position offers attractive benefits including 25+ days of paid holiday, a pension scheme, and opportunities for flexible working.

Benefits

At least 25 days paid holiday

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Online discounts and rewards

Health and well-being plans

Life assurance

Flexible working arrangements

Cycle to Work scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working with adults with physical/learning disabilities.
• Ability to maintain professional relationships with customers.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft packages and internet communications.

Responsibilities

• Providing support to customers with a range of learning disabilities.
• Regularly assessing customer needs and updating support plans.
• Delivering small group activities to promote recovery and well-being.

Skills

Experience working with adults with physical/learning disabilities

Ability to relate and empathise

Effective in high pressure situations

Record-keeping and support plan development

Basic Microsoft Office knowledge

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (desirable)

Job description

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The role of Project Worker will include:

• Providing support to encourage our customers with a range of learning disabilities and physical disabilities to maximise their own potential and independence
• Offering one-to-one support as required
• Promoting safety by undertaking risk assessments and reviewing customers’ needs
• Regularly assessing the needs of customers, writing, and updating support plans
• Developing professional relationships with customers, using appropriate and clear communication to ensure their personal choice, privacy, and dignity are maintained
• Delivery of small group activities to promote recovery and well-being

Skills and experiences:

• Previous experience of working with adults with physical/learning disabilities or high needs
• The ability to relate and empathise with people with physical/learning disabilities
• Ability to work effectively in highly pressured situations
• Experience with developing and maintaining accurate records and support plans
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft packages and internet communications
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or willingness to work towards is desirable

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) pro rata
• 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: 225695

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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.