Project Worker - Full Time / Part Time

Job Title: Project Worker - Full Time / Part Time
Location & Post Code: Preston and South Ribble Areas, Lancashire (PR2)
Salary: Qualified to NVQ / QCF 2, £13,256 - £14,676 per Annum, Unqualified from £12,443, Depending on Experience, Sleepover at £32.45

New Focus, is an innovative project working with people with a learning disability and mental health needs who have additional complex needs.

Due to expansion our client wishes to recruit in the Preston and South Ribble Areas.

They are looking for full time and part time Project Workers and full time Relief Project Workers.

Qualified to NVQ / QCF £13,256 - £14,676 per annum, unqualified from £12,443, depending on experience, Sleepover at £32.45.

Also opportunities for Male and Female Casual Bank Staff at £6.73 per hour.

Working within a professional multi-agency setting, experience in mental health, learning disability or youth work is desirable but other experience may be relevant; flexibility to work evenings and alternate weekends is essential. The work is rewarding and offers specialised training leading to recognised qualifications and a comprehensive range of benefits.

Applicants must have strong value base with an ability to respect their clients’ wishes and views to enable them to enjoy a full and enriched life as they choose, confident of high quality, safe services, promoting independence, well-being and dignity.

Ideally Project Worker candidates will have experience of working with people who have complex and challenging needs and be able to demonstrate the ability to set boundaries within the working relationship. Ideally candidates should have NVQ 2 in Care, but relevant experience will be considered if no NVQ / QCF held.

Closing Date: Monday, 11th August 2014 at Noon

If you feel you have the skills, experience and want to help people with additional needs have a fulfilling life, please apply online with your CV and covering letter.

Please note that all applicants for this role will need to complete a full application form. Further details will be sent out to the email address specified in your application.

Our client is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sectors of the community.

Please check your email for confirmation that your application has been received and to follow further instructions if applicable.