Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Worker to join our Supported Housing Service on a Full-time (37 hrs), Permanent basis! We provide supported accommodation for individuals who have experienced homelessness and who are motivated to address their problematic alcohol and substance use issues. We support these individuals by engaging them with recovery & treatment services and through providing housing related support so that they can live independently. If you would like the chance to make a positive difference to the people we support, then please read on...

Our supported housing projects are based across Cardiff, including Fitzhamon Embankment, Ninian Road, and Newport Road, as well as lower-level supported accommodation at Richmond Road, Wyndham Crescent and Lower Cathedral Road.


This is more than just a job, it's an opportunity to walk alongside people as they rebuild their lives, to be part of their progress and to know that the work you do every day genuinely matters. If you're ready to bring energy, empathy, and commitment to a role where no two days are the same, we'd love to hear from you.

Where do you fit in?

Our services provide supported accommodation to people recovering from substance and alcohol use, and to those who may have been involved with Criminal Justice Services. We work closely with Pobl's own treatment services as well as local recovery networks to guide people through their recovery journey and towards independent living.


No two days are the same here. You'll be part of a team that plays a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centred support. As a Project Worker, you'll lead each shift, oversee the smooth running of the scheme, and manage the Scheme Support Officers on duty.

What we value

At Pobl, our values are simple but powerful: we are positive, connected, and considerate . We're looking for someone who shares these values and is motivated to work in an environment shaped by them.

Where does the role fit in?

We deliver a specialist service that provides supported accommodation to homeless people recovering from alcohol and substance use issues or been involved with Criminal Justice Services. We work with Pobl's treatment services as well as local recovery services to support people on their journey to recovery and facilitate a positive move on into independent living and re-settling into the community. This is an exciting opportunity as no 2 days are the same and you would be part of a team that is fundamental in providing high quality support to all the people we support.


As a Project Worker you will lead each shift by managing the scheme and overseeing the Scheme Support Officers across all our projects.


Our values are positive, connected and considerate. At Pobl, you will share these values and be motivated to work in an environment that is driven by them.

Your day will consist of:

Engaging and interacting with the people we support Writing and following a support plan with the individual you are supporting Delivering workshops relating to tenancy management and health and wellbeing Liaising with external agencies Building community links and establishing partnerships that benefit our customers Supporting with financial awareness and management Carrying out health and safety checks, reporting repairs, making sure accommodation is secure and welcoming. Encouraging daily living skills supporting Crisis management and de-escalation responding calmly to challenging situations, safeguarding concerns or emergencies. Promoting recovery and wellbeing by motivating and encouraging individuals to attend appointments, engage with treatment or take part in positive activities. Recording and reporting by keeping accurate notes and updating case management systems. Shift leadership by overseeing the running of the service, delegating tasks and being the support for Scheme Support Officers. Encouraging social inclusion by supporting people to reconnect with family, friends, hobbies or community activities that matter to them. Celebrating progress by recognising achievements, however small and helping people set realistic next steps.
Our motivation is to ensure we equip these individuals with the knowledge and tools they need to live independently. This is a challenging role and you will be faced with complex behaviours and needs, including alcohol misuse, mental health, substance misuse, and offending behaviour. You will work with a range of different personalities and behaviours so you will need to be able to adapt your approach to engage with a diverse cliental and manage disputes or conflicts appropriately.

What are the pay and benefits?

Full-Time 37hrs, Permanent position Competitive salary of 26,072.00 Our service is 24/7 and this is a day and nights post based on a rolling rota. Which would involve day shifts and weekends, there may be an occasional requirement to cover wakeful nights. It is essential for the successful candidate to have a full driver's licence and access to a vehicle. An enhanced DBS check is required for the role, which we will pay for 26 days (pro rata) holiday entitlement plus Bank holidays Pension scheme Sick Pay Bespoke learning pathway with the support from an experienced Learning and Development team Internal Progression Wellbeing and psychological support Time for Talk service 45p per mile

FREDIE

At Pobl Group we are guided, in all that we do, by a group of principles that we call FREDIE, these are: Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, Engagement. This means that whatever your background, you will have an equal opportunity at Pobl Group and we encourage you to apply now.


If you would like any support with your application or to discuss any adjustments that you may require to support you to application process, Support.talent@poblgroup.co.uk or 0300 3735262

What do you need to do now?

If you have the skills, experience and enthusiasm required to be our next difference maker, please follow the prompts to apply now.


We occasionally close a vacancy before the end date as we actively review our applications and will sometimes progress to interview very quickly, we would love to hear from you so please apply now to start your Pobl journey.