Sanctuary Advice Worker (Nights) *Female*

As a Sanctuary Night Advice Worker, you will have the privilege of providing impartial and
confidential information, advice, and guidance to service users about a variety of topics
which include housing and employment. Empowering our women is at the heart of what we
do, and this role will enable you to do that to the full, ensuring that service users are aware
of their choices and options, linking them in and signposting to specialist services. You’ll
explain the options available to the people you work with, helping them to make informed
choices about their future.
We are looking for someone who will contribute to the 24/7 drop-in sanctuary centre for any
women in crisis, working night shifts and therefore, willing to work unsociable hours on a
regular basis. Part of your role will also include managing a caseload of service users who
may have complex and challenging behaviour. You will provide person centred support,
enabling service users to achieve their goals and working closely with them to address their
difficulties and move on into stable housing
The successful candidate will:
be compassionate & dedicated to supporting women on their journey
be able to work within a psychologically informed framework
have exceptional communication skills
excel in busy settings, demonstrating resilience and a passion for aiding growth in others.
Pension
The employee will be enrolled into a pension scheme providing the post holder meets the criteria for eligibility. Minimum pension contributions will be paid by the employer for you if you are eligible.
Annual Leave
28 days per year, inclusive of bank holidays. Rising by 1 day per year of service to a maximum of 33 days, inclusive of bank holidays.
As the Project is 24/7, this role will require some evening, weekend and bank holiday working, as per service need.
Contract
Open-Ended, Full-Time
DBS
An enhanced DBS check required and compliance with Church Army’s safeguarding policies. Safeguarding training will be required.
Occupational Requirement
Due to the responsibilities of the role, there is an occupational requirement under the Equality Act 2010 that the post holder is female.
The Marylebone Project is based over two sites, 100m apart, up to 7 floors, and the job regularly involves walking throughout and between both sites. The postholder must be able to access all areas of the Project, and may be required to do so quickly in the event of an emergency. There is also a requirement to travel across London for work related purposes. The ability to undertake these physical aspects of the role and to carry smaller items are required as essential.
Closing Date
8am on 9th May 2024
Interviews
16th May 2024 – Marylebone Project, Londo
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