Project Worker

Role Overview

Salvation Army Homes is committed to delivering comprehensive, high-quality housing services along with support and resettlement programs for individuals who are currently or recently homeless and require assistance and accommodation.

Key Duties

• Establish trust and build rapport with young residents.
• Assist young people in developing independent living skills.
• Promote involvement in social and leisure activities.
• Offer support for residents in managing day-to-day living requirements.

Candidate Profile

The ideal Project Worker will naturally embody the organization’s core delivery values and behaviors, demonstrating a passion for helping individuals thrive while consistently finding effective ways to support them.

• Confident and effective communicator capable of handling challenging situations.
• Able to establish professional and trusting relationships, demonstrating resilience.
• Adopts an asset-based approach to empower clients by strengthening their skills, talents, and abilities.
• Possesses experience or solid knowledge in working with homeless populations and/or young people.
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn about local community resources and relevant organizations.
• Flexibility to work varied hours following a rota system aligned with service and team requirements.

Benefits

• 26 days of paid annual leave pro rata, increasing to 31 days, plus public holidays.
• Access to a high street discount scheme including online and in-store savings.
• Pension plan with life insurance coverage.
• Health assistance program available.
• Opportunities for training to support personal and professional growth.

During the probation period, new employees will receive a Buddy for guidance, regular one-on-one supervision sessions, and an annual appraisal with their line manager.

About the Employer

Salvation Army Homes is a registered social landlord and a leading supported housing provider in the UK. Their mission focuses on assisting some of society’s most vulnerable individuals, particularly those with complex needs or experiencing homelessness. They emphasize person-centered and individualized strategies that promote recovery, positive behavior, and empowerment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The organization is committed to equal employment opportunities and does not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, gender identity, marriage, or civil partnership. All applicants are welcomed without fear of bias or discrimination.

Additional Information

The vacancy may close early if enough applications are received, so interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly.