Project Worker
Defoe Court, 87 East Street, Epsom, Surrey, KT17 1AQ
GBP 13.75 per hour
20 hours per week
Sanctuary Supported Living is delighted to be recruiting for a Project Worker at our Young People Scheme, Defoe Court in Epsom.
At Sanctuary Supported Living, we specialise in delivering a wide range of personalised housing, care, and support services to help people across England to live as independently as possible.
We're a national organisation, but we're not:for:profit and we think locally by putting our customers at the heart of what we do. We're committed to being our best and helping customers to be their best, as we support them on their pathways for independence.
No matter your job : delivering support directly or working in our offices to support our frontline teams : your work makes a difference every day.
And working with us isn't just another job. It's rewarding, inspiring, exciting and it provides an opportunity to make a real, positive impact on people's lives. Plus, we'll support you in reaching your aspirations and career goals, through comprehensive training and benefits.
The role of Project Worker will include:
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Regularly assessing the needs of customers by writing and updating support plans, and signposting access to education, training, and employment
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Supporting customers in their day to day living i.e., with cooking and cleaning
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Offering advice in relation to fulfilling tenancy conditions
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Assisting customers with managing finances and welfare benefits
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Encouraging social inclusion and helping customers to build their confidence, resilience, and self:esteem
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Ensuring Sanctuary Supported Living delivers its safeguarding responsibilities
Skills and experiences:
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Proven experience of working with vulnerable people
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A positive approach to working with young people who have a range of needs
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Good interpersonal and customer care skills, with an approachable attitude
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Effective communication skills
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Sound knowledge of action/support planning, key working, risk assessment and safeguarding
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Ability to work on your own initiative
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Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel or similar
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NVQ3 in Health and Social Care, or willing to work towards
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:
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At least 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus public holidays)
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A pension scheme with employer contributions
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A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers
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Health and well:being plans
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Life assurance
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Family friendly arrangements, including opportunities for flexible working
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Tax efficient savings through our Cycle to Work scheme
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A wide range of learning and development opportunities
Job Reference:
Closing Date: 26 January 2025
We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.