Part Time Project Worker

 

Part Time Project Worker

 

Bal Edmund, Hastings

 

£12.09

 

22.5 hours – to cover 7 days a week with early and late shifts

 

 

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 customers?

 

Are you passionate about supporting people?

 

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

 

We have a great opportunity for an experienced Project Worker to join our friendly team. At Bal Edmund, we provide temporary accommodation service to single adults with a diagnosed mental health condition and additional support needs. Our aim is to equip people with the skills necessary to live independently in the community. If you want to make a positive impact to people’s lives, then this is a rewarding opportunity to come and work within an established and experienced team.

 

We value our team and encourage learning and progression through our comprehensive induction programme, as well as on-going training to develop new and existing skills and encourage progression.

 

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

 

Read more about Bal Edmund on our website

 

The role of Project Worker will include:

• Regularly assessing the needs of customers by writing and updating support plans, and signposting access to education, training and employment
• Supporting customers to manage their day to day living independently i.e. with cooking and cleaning
• Offering advice in relation to fulfilling tenancy conditions
• Assisting customers with managing finances and welfare benefits

• Encouraging social inclusion and helping customers to build their confidence, resilience and self-esteem
• Working with statutory and non-statutory agencies on behalf of the customers and actively encouraging choice and involvement, or acting as an advocate when required
• Promoting safe working practices by undertaking risk assessments within legislative frameworks

 

Desirable skills and experiences:

• Previous experience working with people who have experienced mental health issues

• Good interpersonal and customer care skills
• Ability to keep accurate records and clearly communicate relevant information

• Some knowledge of relevant legislative and regulatory requirements
• Expertise in support planning, key working, risk assessment and safeguarding

 

Why work for us?

 

We’re united in working together to help customers on their pathways for independence, and our people are the single, biggest influence on our success.

 

No matter your job – delivering support directly or working in our offices to support our frontline teams – your work makes a difference every day.

 

We won the West Midlands Care Employer Award 2022-23, in recognition of our commitment to our staff and supporting our teams to be their best. We’ve also been awarded Investors in People Gold status for the second time – because we value our people and have a strong focus on inclusion, teamwork, and empowerment.

 

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where you can grow and thrive. And like our customers, we know everyone is different, and we’ll support you to be your best self. We’ll develop your skills and experiences, celebrate success, and turn any setbacks into motivation.

 

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:

 

• £12.09 per hour
• At least 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years service (plus public holidays) pro rata
• A pension scheme with employer contributions
• A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers
• Health and well-being plans
• Life assurance
• Family friendly arrangements, including opportunities for flexible working
• 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

 

We are proud to support the Department of Health and Social Care’s ‘Made with Care’ campaign to encourage more people to apply to work in adult social care. If you’re considering a caring career, we have many rewarding roles at Sanctuary Supported Living. For m