Bank Project Worker in Grays

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.

Bank Project Worker £14.57 per hour. Hours as and when required – to cover the scheme and the opportunity to cover the outreach visits (5–8am and 10pm–1am). Be the reason someone finds their footing. We’re proud to be recognised as the 2025 Housing with Care Employer of the Year – and we’re excited to welcome a new Bank Project Worker to our vibrant homelessness service at 3 Charles Street, Grays, Essex, RM17 6DX. You’ll be part of a compassionate, community-focused team supporting people experiencing homelessness, that puts people first – every single day.

Your role:

• Support customers who have experienced homelessness to build independence and reach their potential
• Assess needs and update support plans
• Act as the first point of contact for customer queries
• Build positive relationships that respect choice, privacy and dignity
• Work with external partners to boost confidence, health and wellbeing, and encourage education and employment
• Occasional travel may be a requirement of the role, therefore a full valid driving licence is desirable

Qualifications:

• Experience supporting adults who have experienced homelessness
• Positive, flexible and enthusiastic approach
• Able to work well in a team and independently
• Strong organisational skills with good literacy and numeracy
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or willingness to work towards it
• Proficient technology/IT skills (Microsoft Office and similar)
• Right to work in the UK
• Safeguarding and pre‑employment checks, including criminal records and overseas police checks if needed

Your rewards:

You deserve more than the basics. That’s why, alongside 33 days’ annual leave pro rata (rising to 38 days, 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:

• A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers
• Health and well‑being plans
• A wide range of learning and development opportunities

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.

Before you apply: We can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK. All roles require safeguarding and pre‑employment checks, including criminal records and overseas police checks if needed; for more information, please get in touch. Internal candidates should apply via their internal careers account. We may close this advert early, so please apply as soon as possible.