Project Worker, Bethany Christian Centre – Edinburgh

Overview

We are looking for a Project Worker to join our team at Bethany Christian Centre, a supported residential community for men who are homeless, providing assistance to individuals in their recovery from addiction.

Responsibilities

• Involved in the day‑to‑day running of the residential unit
• Provide emotional and practical support to residents in overcoming addiction
• Enable residents to live independently through support planning and assessments
• Deliver group‑work sessions and related key activities

Qualifications and Experience

• SVQ 3 in Social Care or equivalent (desirable)
• Experience in a residential/housing support setting
• Excellent communication skills and teamwork ability
• Competence in Microsoft Office tools
• Lived experience of addiction and recovery, or experience supporting someone in recovery, would be an advantage

Eligibility and Requirements

• Membership of the Preferred Vetting Group (PVG) scheme is required
• Right to work in the UK and able to provide a reference from a church minister or leader endorsing an active Christian faith and commitment
• Only male applicants will be considered to reduce barriers of access for all‑male residents
• Post carries an Occupational Requirement in line with the Equality Act 2010 due to the Christian faith of the organization

Benefits

• 30 days of annual leave initially (up to 40 days depending on length of service)
• Enhanced payments for maternity, paternity, and adoption
• Company pension scheme with auto‑enrolment; matching contributions up to 5%
• Death in service benefit scheme

Employment Terms

• Permanent full‑time – 37.5 hours per week
• Starting salary: £27,280 gross per annum pro‑rata (includes pay for regular sleepovers)
• Holiday entitlement: 225 hours per year pro‑rata

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