Project Worker

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days’ annual leave pro rata

Sick pay linked to length of service

Contributory pension scheme

Health and wellbeing support

Life insurance

Parental leave & annual leave purchase

Company-funded training

Flexible working options

Inclusive culture & staff networks

Discounts & Cycle to Work

Job summary

Sanctuary Supported Living is seeking a Project Worker in Middlesbrough, working 37.5 hours per week at Bransby Court. The role offers £13.87 per hour and focuses on supporting people with mental health needs to build independence and recovery through personalised plans and activities.

You'll join a compassionate team in a CQC-registered service, with training and development opportunities, and a commitment to an inclusive culture and flexible working where possible.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting adults with mental health needs.
• Empathetic and able to relate to people with mental health challenges.
• Lived experience valued and helpful in crisis support.
• Able to work under pressure and maintain accurate records.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or willingness to work towards it.
• Proficient IT skills including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Support customers with mental health needs to build independence.
• Encourage progress toward managing positive mental health.
• Provide one-to-one support when needed.
• Promote safety through risk assessments and reviews.
• Assess needs and update support plans with group activities.

Skills

Empathy

Mental health support

Record keeping

Microsoft Office

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Project Worker

Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, GB, TS3 7QG

Project Worker

Bransby Court, 1 Bransdale Road, Middlesbrough TS3 7QG

£13.87 per hour

37.5 hour per week

Empower others to thrive

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 mental health service at Bransby Court, 1 Bransdale Road, Middlesbrough TS3 7QG.

You’ll be part of a compassionate, community-focused team supporting people with mental health needs, 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 mental health needs to build independence and reach their potential
• Encourage progress towards managing positive mental health
• Provide one-to-one support when needed
• Promote safety through risk assessments and regular reviews
• Assess needs and update support plans, delivering 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 mental health needs
• Empathetic and able to relate to people with mental health challenges
• Lived experience of mental health services is valued and can help support people in crisis
• 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

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

Before you apply

• We can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK.
• 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.

Job Reference: 229468

Inclusion is one of our core values. We’re committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process in line with our Disability Confident employer status.

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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