Housing Project Worker - Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Link Group Limited

Link Group Limited
Link Group Limited
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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Tom O´Connor

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Description

The purpose of the job is to support people with complex needs living in temporary accommodation through the provision of opportunities to enhance both their independent living skills and to support tenancy sustainment.

You will offer advice and guidance in relation to benefits as well as supporting tenants who have no recourse to public funds referring to appropriate organisations as required.

Provide information in relation to employment and training that would benefit the tenants you work with, making referrals where appropriate.

You will work closely with the PSL team as well as your LinkLiving colleagues to provide a service that meets the needs of the tenants.


You will be responsible for supporting PSL tenants by providing high quality one to one support creating a plan with achievable goals.

The level and content of the support you will provide will be tailored to meet the needs of each individual, both in terms of frequency and content.

You will be expected to work with minimum supervision.


About You


For a comprehensive list of the essential and desirable criteria required for this post, please refer to the Job Specification in the Job information Pack above.


What's in it for you?

  • 35 days' holiday per year (inclusive of public holidays) pro rata plus additional 3 days pro rata after 3 years' service, with an opportunity to buy and sell holiday
- temporary enhanced business travel mileage allowance to support employees with increased fuel costs
- access to paid SVQ qualifications and a wide range of learning and development opportunities and funded Disclosure Scotland and Scottish Social Services Council memberships
- defined contribution pension scheme with generous employer contributions plus salary exchange and additional voluntary contribution options
- life assurance scheme providing death in service benefits to named beneficiaries
- healthcare cash plan for employees (and dependents) to support health and wellbeing plus discounts on shopping, restaurants, and other services
- employee assistance programme for employees and their immediate household dependants to support health, mental and financial well-being
- discounted travel schemes including cycle to work scheme, monthly bus pass scheme and travel ticket loan and much more


Further Information


If you are considering a career in social care but aren't sure what it involves or whether it's right for you, you can enrol in a free, online 6 week part-time tutor-supported 'Introduction to a Career in Social Care' course.

The course provides an introduction to the area of social care and can be a stepping-stone to employment or further training.


Closing Date:
midnight on Sunday 06 August 2023

Interview Date:
Interviews are being held on Monday 14 August 2023 at our office in Edinburgh
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