Project Worker - London, United Kingdom - Sanctuary

Sanctuary

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London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Location:
London, Greater London, GB, SE16 5LJ- Department: Supported Living Services- Operation: Sanctuary Supported Living-
Closing Date: 03/04/2023- Salary: £12.04 / hour- Requisition: 209572
Project Worker

Barnards Wharf, London
SE16

£12.04

37.5 hours per week
Do you want a role where no two days are the same and you will be making a real impact to the lives of our residents?

Are you passionate about supporting people?

Can you work under pressure and manage challenging situations?

If this sounds like you then we may have your perfect opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Project Worker with passion and drive to to make a real difference to the lives of our residents at Barnards Wharf where we provide intensive housing management to vulnerable adults.

We provide a comprehensive induction programme as well as on-going training to develop new and existing skills and encourage progression.

Sanctuary has their 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.

If you want to make a positive impact to people's lives, this is a fabulous opportunity to come and work within an established and experienced team.

The role of Project Worker will include:

Regularly assessing the needs of residents by writing and updating support plans, and signposting access to education, training and employment
Providing a high quality intensive housing management service
Offering advice in relation to fulfilling tenancy conditions
Managing the voids and arrears at the service
Encouraging social inclusion and helping residents to build their confidence, resilience and selfesteem
Working with statutory and nonstatutory agencies on behalf of the residents 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:

Sound knowledge of housing management, including voids and arrears management
Good understanding of occupancy agreements
Experience and knowledge with housing tenancy law, housing benefit reform and rents and/or income
NVQ3 in Health and Social Care, or willing to work towards
The ability to work on your own initiative
The ability to react effectively under pressure
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel or similar

Why work for Sanctuary Supported Living?

We support vulnerable people to live as independently as possible, by building their confidence and skills to realise their potential.

We are a national organisation but we think locally. We support people through supported housing, move-on accommodation, CQC registered services, floating support and telecare services.

We specialise in services for young people, homeless families and individuals, people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, people with mental health needs and older people.

Ready to join Sanctuary Supported Living?
As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary Supported Living a great place to work, we offer you access to a range of great employee benefits and the opportunity to develop and progress within your career

Benefits include:

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

- £12.04 per hour

Closing date: 03 April 2023

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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.