Job Description

Project Worker (Young People)

106 Whitstable Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8ED

14.01 per hour

37.5 / 30 hours per week

Sanctuary Supported Living is delighted to be recruiting for a Project Worker at our OFSTED registered Young People Scheme, Whitstable Road.


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.

"We'll support you to be your best with us"

Working in supported living for young people is a rewarding opportunity to provide a safe, secure, and nurturing environment. By offering stability, guidance, and positive role modelling, we help them build confidence, develop life skills, and work toward independence. Supporting them through challenges while celebrating their achievements makes this work truly meaningful.

The role of Project Worker will include:

Regularly assessing the needs of clients by writing and updating support plans, and signposting access to education, training, and employment Assisting clients with managing finances and welfare benefits Encouraging social inclusion and helping clients to build their confidence, resilience, and self-esteem Working with statutory and non-statutory agencies on behalf of the clients and actively encouraging choice and involvement, or acting as an advocate when required Promoting safe working practices by undertaking risk assessments within legislative frameworks

Skills and experiences:

You will have previous experience in a role supporting Young Persons Sound knowledge of housing management including voids and arrears management Good understanding of occupancy agreements The ability to react effectively under pressure The ability to work on your own initiative and ability to source innovative solutions to problems You will be empathetic and non-judgmental with good interpersonal and customer care skills NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care, or willing to work towards, is essential

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:

Your Mind and Body

Occupational sick pay after 12 month's service (for those on contracted hours only and subject to qualifying period) Confidential 24/7 employee advice service (Includes medical and legal advice) Wellbeing resources through our employee platforms including Aviva Digicare A greener commute with our Cycle to Work scheme

Your Financial Wellbeing

Financial wellbeing support including access to affordable loans via salary finance and free mortgage advice Exclusive discounts through our e-hub platform Securing your future with our contributory pension plan Life assurance Parental leave schemes (Adoption, Maternity, Paternity and Shared)

Your Job

25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus bank holidays Growth and development with us through comprehensive training and internal career opportunities Ability to be part of our inclusive staff networks like the Parent Network and Disability Network Loyalty recognition scheme for 12 month's service onwards

Please note: If you have lived or worked overseas, you may be required to provide an overseas police check. Any costs incurred for this will be reimbursed once employment has commenced.

Job reference: 224960

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We are only currently accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK.


If you are applying internally, don't forget to use your internal careers account to submit your application.


We might get a lot of applications so reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Don't miss out, please apply early.


Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers' needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary's commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

Building Equality and Diversity

Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers.

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.