Project Worker - Ashford, United Kingdom - Sanctuary Supported Living

Sanctuary Supported Living

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Ashford, United Kingdom

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Location:

Ashford, South East, GB, TN23 5BH- Department: Supported Living Services- Operation: Sanctuary Supported Living- Closing Date: 21/04/2024- Salary: £13.

12 / hour- Requisition: 217185
Project Worker

Simon Mead House, Kent

£13.12 effective from 1 April 2024**
37.5 hours per week
Are you looking for a for a rewarding career?

If you're a friendly and dedicated person and passionate about supporting people, then we would love to hear from you?

We may have your perfect opportunity

We're seeking an experienced Project Worker to make a real difference to the lives of our customers.

Simon Mead House is twelve bedded adult homelessness service.

Our team of Project Workers work closely with our customers to understand their needs, create personalised plans, and support them to achieve their ambitions and maximise their independence.

We value our team and encourage learning and progression through our comprehensive induction programme, as well as ongoing training to develop new and existing skills and encourage progression.

We have our own Learning and Development Academy, who provide a wide range of training courses, open to all.

Sanctuary also has a great employee rewards scheme, where you will be able to receive a variety of discounts from major retailers.

The role of Project Worker will include:

Regular key working and support planning to ensure relevant support is provided to encourage our customers to maximise their own potential and level of independence
Assessing the needs of our customers by writing and updating support plans, and signposting access to education, training, and employment
Offering housingrelated support
Assisting customers with managing finances and welfare benefits
Encouraging social inclusion and helping customers to build their confidence, resilience, and selfesteem
Working with statutory and nonstatutory agencies on behalf of the customers and actively encouraging choice and involvement, or acting as an advocate when required
Promoting safe working practices by undertaking risk assessments within legislative frameworks

Skills and experiences:

Previous experience of working with vulnerable people
A sound knowledge of housing management including voids and arrears management and an understanding of occupancy agreements
The ability to work on your own initiative
The ability to react effectively under pressure
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel or similar
Level 3 NVQ or equivalent in Health and Social Care or willing to work towards, is essential

Why work for us?

We're united in working together to help customers on their pathways for independence, and our people are the single, biggest influence on our success.

No matter your job - delivering support directly or working in our offices to support our frontline teams - your work makes a difference every day.

We won the West Midlands Care Employer Award , in recognition of our commitment to our staff and supporting our teams to be their best.

We've also been awarded Investors in People Gold status for the second time - because we value our people and have a strong focus on inclusion, teamwork, and empowerment.

We're committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where you can grow and thrive. And like our customers, we know everyone is different, and we'll support you to be your best self. We'll develop your skills and experiences, celebrate success, and turn any setbacks into motivation.

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:

£13.

12 effective from 1 April 2024**:

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 wellbeing 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

Download our Recruitment Pack to learn more about Sanctuary culture and how we can support you to #BeYourBest

Closing Date: 21 April 2024

For an insight into what it's like to work for Sanctuary Supported Living, take a look at our careers page
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Together we can be our best so that our customers can be their best.

#BeYourBest

Building Equality and Diversity
We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working.
Sanctuary Supported Living is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities.