Project Worker - London, United Kingdom - Sanctuary

Sanctuary
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2 weeks ago

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Location:

London, Greater London, GB, SW2 5QN- Department: Supported Living Services- Operation: Sanctuary Supported Living- Closing Date: 26/06/2023- Salary: £12.

67 / hour- Requisition: 211063
Project Worker (Mental Health) - Part Time

Acre Lane, Brixton, London SW2

£12.67

27 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 to make a real difference to the lives of our clients at Acre Lane, part of the Lambeth Low Level Mental Health Supported Housing Service, providing support to clients experiencing mental health issues to develop their independence skills and to move on to independent living.


This position will be covering shifts at our other Lambeth locations, Bonnington Square (18 hours) and Dorset Road (9 hours), with the office based at Acre Lane.


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

Sanctuary have 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 rewarding opportunity to come and work within an established and experienced team.


The role of Project Worker will include:

  • Signposting access to education, training and employment
  • Ensuring properties are being maintained to a good standard
  • Overseeing rent and taking control with issues regarding payments
  • Offering advice in relation to fulfilling tenancy conditions
  • Providing encouragement to clients to complete the daily communal cleaning of the accommodation
  • Assisting clients with managing finances and welfare benefits
  • Being a part of a small on site team, with the occasional need for lone working
  • Encouraging social inclusion and helping clients to build their confidence, resilience and selfesteem
  • Promoting safe working practices by undertaking risk assessments within legislative frameworks

Skills and experiences:


  • Experience of working with vulnerable adults and people with mental health needs
  • A positive, cando attitude
  • Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
  • A sound knowledge of housing management including voids and arrears management, and an understanding of occupancy agreement
  • Experience in risk assessment and safeguarding
  • Accurate recording keeping is essential
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft outlook
  • NVQ3 in Health and Social Care, or willing to work towards is essential
  • A desire to help vulnerable people make positive changes in their lives and to remain calm in what can be challenging situations

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 organization, 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 a maximum of 30 days after 5 years service (plus public holidays) pro rata
  • 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
  • The full time equivalent for this role is 37.5 hours
- £12.67 per hour

Closing Date: 26 June 2023


For an insight into what it's like to work for Sanctuary Supported Living, take a look at our Twitter
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Sanctuary Supported Living is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities.
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