Project Worker

Assist with managing finances and welfare benefits

Promote social inclusion and help build confidence and resilience

Ensure safeguarding responsibilities are met

(This role is sometimes also referred to as Support Worker, Support Assistant, or Independent Living Assistant).

Your skills

Experience working with vulnerable people

Positive approach to supporting young people with varied needs

Strong interpersonal and customer care skills

Effective communication and ability to work on your own initiative

Knowledge of support planning, key working, risk assessment, and safeguarding

Proficient technology/IT skills (Microsoft Office and similar)

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or willingness to work towards it

Your rewards

You deserve more than the basics. That’s why, alongside 33 days’ annual leave pro rata (rising to 38, including bank holidays) , occupational sick pay linked to length of service, and a contributory pension scheme , we’ve created a package to help you thrive:

Health and wellbeing support – including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial, and legal advice, as well as short-term counselling

Company-paid life insurance

Parental leave arrangements and annual leave purchase scheme

Company-funded training and ongoing career development opportunities

Flexible working options and an inclusive culture where everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks

Exclusive retail discounts , Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice arrangements

Some rewards are subject to a qualifying period or other criteria – visit our website for more information.

Ready to #BeYourBest? Apply today and start an inspiring career with Sanctuary Supported Living. Curious about what it’s like to work with us? Discover our values, culture, and real stories from our teams at www.sanctuary-supported-living.co.uk/jobs or follow us on socials.

Before you apply

As part of your application, you must upload a cover letter alongside your CV. Applications without a cover letter may not be considered. Your cover letter should: explain your motivations for working with young people, and outline why you are interested in this specific role.

We can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK.

Internal candidates should apply via their internal careers account.

We may close this advert early, so please apply as soon as possible.

Inclusion is one of our core values . We’re committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process in line with our Disability Confident employer status.

We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working.

An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.

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

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