At Sanctuary Supported Living, our teams play a vital role in helping young people move forward with confidence. We focus on what matters most to them: building on their strengths, creating positive support networks, and working together to achieve meaningful goals.
Whether it’s returning to education, finding fulfilling work or forming new friendships, our project workers make a real difference every day. Through consistent, compassionate support, you’ll help young people develop essential life skills and navigate their journey into adulthood with greater ease.
Our management roles are just as impactful. They provide strong leadership and ensure our services run safely, smoothly and in line with the highest safeguarding standards.
No matter the role, Safer Recruitment is a key part of our commitment to keeping children safe. When recruiting people to work with children, we take great care to select those who are right for the job by:
Attracting the best possible applicants to each vacancy
Deterring individuals who are unsuitable for working with vulnerable young people and adults
Identifying and rejecting applicants who are not suitable for this type of work
We use a values-based approach to recruitment. This means we look at what candidates believe, how they behave and the attitudes they bring. It helps us make sure they are the right fit for the role and for the people we support.
Recruitment process
To support young people in building their independence, we need the right people in the right roles. That’s why our recruitment process is designed to be both thorough and fair.
If you're thinking about applying, keep reading to find out what to expect and how we make sure every step supports our values and commitment to quality care.
Get your application ready
When completing your application form (PDF 159KB) make sure to highlight your experience and the values that guide your work. We’re looking forward to learning more about you and what you could bring to the team.
Initial screening
We take time to carefully review each application to make sure candidates meet our criteria. We’re looking for people who share our commitment to safeguarding and who want to make a positive difference in the lives of young people.
Interviews
If you're shortlisted, you'll be invited to a face-to-face interview. This is our chance to get to know you better - your experience, your motivations and what makes you unique.
Our interviews are friendly and welcoming, designed to help you feel comfortable and confident. At least one person involved in the process will have completed Safer Recruitment training, so you can be assured we understand what matters most when it comes to keeping people safe.
Employment checks
All job offers depend on passing a series of checks. These checks help us make sure our teams are safe, suitable and ready to support young people.
We’ll carry out:
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate check
Reference checks
A complete employment history check
An identity check
A right to work check
Final selection
If you're selected, we’ll give you a call to share the good news, followed by an email with all the details. We’re excited to welcome you and look forward to the positive impact we’ll make together.
Safeguarding statement
We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Our safeguarding practices (PDF 62KB) are built into every stage of the recruitment process.
Referencing policy
Our referencing policy (PDF 55KB) helps us maintain the highest standards of safety and suitability. Every candidate is thoroughly vetted to make sure they’re the right fit for the role and for the people we support.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about our recruitment process, please contact our friendly recruitment team.
#BeYourBest recruitment pack
Want to know more about working with us and how to best prepare for your interview? Download our #BeYourBest recruitment pack for tips, insights, and everything you need to get started.
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