Project Worker - Canterbury, United Kingdom - Sanctuary

Sanctuary

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Canterbury, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Location:

Canterbury, South East, GB, CT2 8ED- Department: Supported Living Services- Operation: Sanctuary Supported Living- Closing Date: 26/06/2023- Salary: £12.

09 / hour- Requisition: 211041
Project Worker

Whitstable Road, Canterbury

£12.09

37.5 hours per week - shifts on a rota basis, Monday to Sunday, including public holidays
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?

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

We are looking for an experienced Project Worker with passion and drive to join our team and provide support for our young people at Whitstable Road.

East Kent Young People Supported Housing has schemes across Canterbury, Swale and Thanet.

Our supported living service provides accommodation and support for those who are aged 16 to 25 and homeless or at risk of homelessness, including children in care and care leavers.

If you want to make a real difference in people's lives, this is a rewarding opportunity to come and work within an established and experienced team.

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

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

Read more about East Kent Young People Supported Housing here

The role of Project Worker will include:

Assessing the needs of our residents by writing and updating support plans, and signposting access to education, training and employment
Regular key working and support planning to ensure relevant support is provided to maximise our residents' potential and level of independence
Offering housingrelated support
Liaising with external support links to improve our residents' confidence and health and wellbeing
Working with statutory and nonstatutory agencies on behalf of the residents, actively encouraging choice and involvement, or acting as an advocate when required

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
Good communication skills
Knowledge of working with partner agencies and liaising with social care
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel or similar
NVQ3 in Health & Social Care, or willing to work towards

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

- £12.09 per hour

Closing Date: 26 June 2023

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Sanctuary Supported Living is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities.