Life Skills Key Worker Advert
Location: Hemel Hempstead
Salary: £28,350-£29,484 (FTE, negotiable depending on experience)
Hours: Mon-Fri, negotiable hours, full time or part time/job share considered
Reports to: Head of Social Enterprise
Closing date: Tuesday 10th September
About DENS
Our aim is to be the first port of call for people in Dacorum who are facing homelessness, poverty and social exclusion; to support and empower them to take the next positive step in their lives.
About the role
Our Life Skills programme aims to prepare our clients to live independently, empowering them with the skills they need for a bright future.
Are you ready to make a real difference whilst embracing a rewarding challenge? In this role, you will have the opportunity to empower individuals with essential life skills like cooking, budgeting, and maintaining their home to pave the way for their independence and success. Each lesson you teach and every skill you share will have a direct and lasting impact on someone’s life. You will be part of a team that values creativity, positivity, and endless opportunities for personal and professional development.
About you
We’re looking for a passionate, creative, and dynamic Life Skills Tutor to join our team and help us rebuild lives. You will have experience of supporting people with complex needs, potentially in a supported housing environment. We are seeking someone with the ability to pass on skills and knowledge in an engaging and meaningful way.
Benefits
- Contributory pension scheme with NEST, employer contributions of 3%
- Sick pay scheme
- 25 days annual leave (FTE) + bank holidays
- 1 additional day of annual leave after each 5 years service (FTE, up to a max 3 days)
- 1 day per year to volunteer for DENS or another organisation (FTE)
- Employee assistance programme - 24/7 advice/support helpline & access to counselling
- Access to Medicash for cashback on health costs and access to services to support your wellbeing
- Staff wellbeing days and team building activities
- Training and professional qualifications relevant to your role
