Outreach Project Manager (Learning & Leisure)

Location: Islington, North London

Salary: £28,000 per annum

Hours of Work: 35 per week (including occasional evenings, weekends and bank holidays)

About the Company:

Centre 404 is a friendly, local and thriving charity with an excellent reputation for providing high quality support and services to people with learning disabilities and their families in North London.

We have an exciting new management role with extensive scope for service development and growth available for the right candidate to lead on and make the role their own. Although this is based within a fast paced environment, it is also a really enjoyable and rewarding role, supported by a knowledgeable and friendly team.

Outreach Project Manager Responsibilities:

* Have a positive and person-centred approach to working with service users.
* Use a Positive Behaviour Support model and promote this approach with all team members.
* Oversee casework for service users, and lead on the casework for an agreed caseload of service users, including resolving issues, working with family members and relevant support workers, and responding to queries and requests.
* Work in line with the values of the service and the organisation, in such a way that encourages service users to be involved in day-to-day and long-term decision making, enables them to build self-confidence, improve skills, develop their self-esteem and empower them to access community facilities and leisure and social activities.
* Support service users in managing their needs, including health needs and accessing appropriate health services, supporting with personal care as necessary and in a respectful way, and with managing rent, finances and claiming their rightful benefits.
* Adhere to safeguarding procedures and remain vigilant for signs of abuse, taking immediate action and reporting all issues of concern to the Learning and Leisure Head of Service and relevant authorities.
* Liaise and work in partnership with Care Managers, families/carers, advocates, DWP and other professionals and outside bodies where appropriate.
* Seek out new referrals and undertake Needs Assessments, whilst pro-actively maintaining contact with individuals and Family Carers throughout the support set up period.
* Participate in the implementation of agreed individual plans; this may include structured teaching of skills and supporting personal assistants to identify and work towards outcomes with their service users.
* Develop and update guidelines and other service user documentation as appropriate and required, in partnership with service users and family carers as far as possible and ensure these are shared with relevant people
* Available and willing to work a variety of shifts throughout the week as required by the service, including occasional evenings and weekends

Outreach Project Manager Requirements:

* Physically fit and able to offer physical support to service users (due to the nature of the role)
* Ability to travel to a variety of locations across London
* Graduate qualification or equivalent or be able to demonstrate substantial training
* At least 2 years' experience in a similar Care role
* Experience of working with and developing professional relationships with family carers of people with learning disabilities
* Understanding of the issues affecting people with learning disabilities and their families
* Knowledge and understanding of health and safety legislation and legal and policy requirements in order to manage the service safely
* Knowledge and understanding of the Personalisation Agenda, Person-Centred Planning processes and Self-Directed Support
* Experience of staff management, including performance management, and of providing
* support and supervision
* Experience of liaising with social workers and other external professionals
* Experience of working within and/or managing a dispersed team in an outreach set-up
* Experience of working with and managing a complex and flexible rota
* Experience of successfully managing a budget
* Excellent time and task management skills, with the ability to organise own and others' workloads effectively and to delegate tasks
* IT competence with ability to operate Microsoft Office systems as well as learn new systems
* Strong numeracy skills, with an ability to understand budgets
* High level of attention to detail and care in all areas of work

Outreach Project Manager Benefits:

* Annual Leave entitlement to increase with length of service - after 12 months' continuous employment, increase to 24 days pro rata, 25 days after 2 years
* We contribute 3% towards your pension through the People's Pension
* We offer a token of gratitude for longstanding staff. Whether it is 5, 10 and 15 years of service, we really appreciate it!
* In-house training tailored to your role, as well as opportunities for external training courses.
* Opportunitie

At Connection Support we are passionate about the professional and quality services that we provide. At the heart of what we do are the exceptional team of support workers, team managers, administrative support and volunteers, and we are currently looking for new people to join our team.

This service supports those who are long-term rough sleeping, who are not engaging with, or who have been serially excluded from, available services. These clients often need support to engage with other services and explore housing options to help break free from a life on the streets and move into suitable accommodation.

Our Mental Health Outreach Worker will take an assertive approach to meet clients with serious and enduring mental health difficulties through street work, assessing how best to support them and encouraging engagement including signposting and attending appointments with primary and secondary Mental Health services in Buckinghamshire.

The aim is to help them regain choice and responsibility for their lives.

Use of a vehicle is essential

Promoting equal opportunities and celebrating diversity.

“This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults with care and support needs and expects all staff and volunteers* to share this commitment”*

Chatty, Engaging Listeners

Do you enjoy, are experienced in, and are comfortable talking to people either individually or in groups?  Are you happy presenting in public to raise awareness of the work of Healthwatch? Are you interested in people’s experiences of health and social care?  Do you have bags of enthusiasm and enjoy meeting new people?

Healthwatch Thurrock is looking for 2 x part time engagement workers who can travel around the borough talking to the local community about things that matter most to them plus recruit volunteer Healthwatch Ambassadors

This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those who are among the poorest in our community.

Your initial remit will be to ensure that rough sleepers are offered prompt and effective support to move away from life on the streets. You will be committed, compassionate, caring and be empathetic to the needs of those among the most deprived. You will work with people who may be chaotic, may have mental health and addiction issues but need your help and support.

The post is based in Central Bedfordshire and you will be required to travel throughout the Borough, therefore having your own transport is essential.

Throughout your work you will have considerable autonomy and significant periods of time lone working enabling you to make a personal difference to people’s lives. You will have excellent time-management, prioritisation, organisational, inter-personal, and administrative skills. You will be competent in IT and communication, have the ability to build relationships with people from many backgrounds and a commitment to help those in need. You will be persistent and undaunted in the face of seeming adversity.

Fixed term contract until March 2021

Are you passionate about ending rough sleeping? 

About the role and what we’re looking for

Working as an Outreach Worker you are involved in making contact and rapid intervention with people sleeping rough, assessing their needs and delivering personalised case management; to support individuals to make the move away from the streets. Outreach Workers also work in partnership with multi-disciplinary teams and agencies.

We are looking for highly motivated people who share our ambition and have some experience of dealing directly with the public and/or customers in a busy service environment. Great communication skills and experience of working effectively with others is essential in this role. 

This role will suit someone with experience in dealing with rough sleepers with multiple needs and the ability to work with challenging behaviour. You will also have some understanding of the issues faced by homeless or vulnerably housed people and the difficulties they experience in accessing services. If you have the ability to empower individuals to make positive changes and a willingness to develop these valuable skills we want to hear from you.

Above all we are looking for inspirational, committed individuals who have a genuine desire to support people to rebuild their lives.

What we offer

• Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities

St Mungo’s employees are encouraged to consider opportunities to develop new skills or progress including; secondments, internal transfers, application to new roles in the organisation or just to get involved in various projects happening within the organisation.

As a result last year 35% of our vacancies were filled by promotions. In 2019 we achieved We Invest in People Gold level accreditation and are one of just 3% of housing associations to achieve this standard; 82% of staff who took part in the IIP survey say St Mungo’s is a great place to work.

• A Diverse and Inclusive Work Place

At St Mungo’s, equality, diversity and inclusion are central to the organisation's values and how we work. We are proud of our commitment to diversity and inclusion and have 7 great Diversity Networks to support clients and staff from different backgrounds so they are able to be their best selves. Our Networks include: BAME, Carer’s and Parent’s, Lived Experience, LGBTQIA+, Disability Awareness, Irish and Women’s Action.

• Flexible Working and Other Benefits

St Mungo’s is proud to pay client facing staff above average for the sector. We run a cycle to work scheme and also offer season tickets loans to all staff.

St Mungo’s contribute 4% of your gross annual salary, and you are able to enrol in the Defined Contribution scheme following a successful probationary period in which the employer contribution is 6%.

What we do

At St Mungo’s our vision is that everyone has a place to call home and can fulfil their hopes and ambitions. As a homelessness charity and housing association, our clients are at the heart of what we do, and in 2019 we supported nearly 30,000 people who were either homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Our staff are crucial to making this happen.

How to apply

To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website. 

To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the document available tab at the top of the advert page on our website.

Closing date: 10am on 13 April 2020

Interview and assessments on: TBC

DBS disclosure check will be undertaken for the successful candidate.

Please be advised that all appointments will be made on St Mungo’s current standard Terms and Conditions (T&Cs); this also applies to any internal candidates.

Recruiting for a Support Worker to join our Homelessness and Complex Needs Service in Brent!

GBP 21,944 per annum, 40 hours per week plus 25 days Annual Leave, Pension schemes, Staff discounts, healthcare and more

Livingstone House is a 24 hour staffed 92 bed mix gender hostel, which provides short term supported housing for single homeless vulnerable people with Low to Medium support needs. Look Ahead provides the support function and Riverside provides the housing management and night concierge. The Service provides on average 5 hours of weekly support to customers who reside in the hostel with the aim to provide them with the tools to move on within a PRS Private Renting Scheme, within a community and live independently.

Key Responsibilities:

- To provide support to peers and management, being flexible and responsive and help bespoke support for each customer's abilities and aspirations
- To implement the principles of personalisation, as part of a local service plan.
- To help support your colleagues to maximise the customers' independence.
- To motivate customers to access educational and training opportunities and to integrate fully in the community
- To support up to 14 customers to sustain their tenancies
- To promote customer involvement in all aspects of your work
- To take on a project that will help assist the service move forward
- To work closely with peers/customers and lead on initial referral assessments, aiding their journey for betterment & lead on the resettlement of customers
- To maintain appropriate records to a sound standard in accordance with Look ahead's policies and procedures.
- To attend Case Conferences every 6 weeks where viable
- To attend provider meetings and update upon service delivery
- Working hours are either a 8am-4.30pm or a 1.30pm until 9.30pm on a rota basis which will includes weekends

This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead.

Person Specification:

- Excellent communication and a team player
- Excellent customer relationship management
- Professional manner in everything that you do
- Proven experience of motivating, supporting customers or transferable skills than can complete this task and beyond.
- A essential willingness to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays on a shift rota basis
- Ability to think outside the box (Essential)
- Work upon your own initiative which is essential
- Lead upon assigned projects that are given
- Ability to hit the ground running which is key within a fast moving hostel daily environment.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

Essential:

- Time management with is key in all area's
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Resilience
- IT skills

Desirable:

- Problem solving
- Ability to work under pressure
- Confidence
- Change management

Please note that we have the right to close any vacancy before the advertised closing date if we have received a high number of applications.

If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.

Support Worker

The Dementia Support Worker role will primarily involve working in the Harlow area, but may also include supporting families across West Essex. You will be part of our Essex and Hertfordshire Area Team.

Support Worker Responsibilities:

Alzheimer’s Society Dementia Support Service provides support to people diagnosed with dementia and their carers, helping them to maintain their circumstances and support needs. As a Dementia Support Worker, you will have the rewarding opportunity to provide support and guidance which will help people understand dementia, cope with day to day living, prepare for the future and access relevant local services.

You will offer support to services users in a variety of ways, such as service offices or other locations, face to face, by phone, letter or email. The successful candidate will be expected to have good networking skills and work on promoting the service and build relationships with a range of health and social care professionals.

Support Worker Requirements:

We are looking for an individual who possesses NVQ level 3 (or equivalent) with an understanding of dementia and the needs of those living with dementia and their carers. Your ability to assess clients needs, along with the understanding of the need for client confidentiality is essential to provide a valuable and worthwhile service. To be successful in this role, you will have excellent non-judgemental communication skills as well as good organisation and time management skills. Good IT skills and experience of working with databases is also essential.

You will be visiting people in their homes, therefore the ability to travel independently across the area is essential.

Alzheimer’s Society is committed to equal opportunities.

Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society.

About Alzheimer’s Society:

Alzheimer's Society is the UK's leading dementia charity. We provide information and support, improve care, fund research, and create lasting change for people affected by dementia.

Location: Harlow

Job type: Part Time, Permanent, 28 Per week

Salary: £15,971 - £16,616 (Depending on Skills and Experience)

Closing date: 31 March 2020
Interview date: 14th April 2020

You may have experience of the following: Dementia Support Worker, Care Assistant, Caseworker, Special Needs Assistant, Social Worker, Social Care, Community Care, Helpline Coordinator, Volunteering Officer, Support Worker, Dementia Adviser, Mental Health, Dementia, etc.

Are you looking to make a positive difference to London’s young people and their families, whose lives have been affected by violence? 

As a community charity, Oasis’s local hubs encompass a variety of integrated and diverse community projects which together have a common aim to bring transformation to the whole person and the whole community. 

Oasis Hub Hadley, in partnership service with North Middlesex Hospital A&E department, is seeking a committed and passionate Youth Outreach Support Worker (*Male) to offer dedicated support to young people who attend North Middlesex Hospital A&E department due to a violent or aggressive incident.  The immediacy of the support offered requires the postholder to be a physical presence at the hospital and work as part of the local Enfield community in North London.

Duties will include:

• Offering intensive support to young people affected by violence.
• Providing accessible one to one and mentoring sessions for young people.
• Work with the young person and their wider family unit to address the problems they are facing, build confidence and offer positive opportunities.
• Build the capacity of A&E staff in dealing with young people involved with violence.
• Utilising monitoring and evaluating tools to measure impact and progress.

You will be supported by the Youth Support Project Coordinator who is also based at the hospital, as well as being part of the wider Oasis Hub Hadley team.  You could be successful in this role if you: 

• A relevant Level 3 professional qualification (e.g. JNC, QSW, SENCo) or proven experience
• Experience of working in a youth/community setting that has been affected by crime
• Experience of delivering individual or group based support
• experience of working with statutory/voluntary agencies in a community setting

In return, Oasis can offer:

• Flexible working practices and family friendly policies.
• A supportive network and family of staff in a motivating working environment.
• A non-contributory defined benefit pension scheme with 7% employer contributions.
• 25 days holiday per year (plus Bank Holidays), rising to 30 days after 2 years of service.

*Due to the work context of this role there is an Occupational Requirement to be male (exemption under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1, Para 1).

Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.

If you want further information please download the documents from this website or contact the Oasis UK Recruitment team.

Closing date for completed applications:  midday Tuesday 31st March 2020.

Interviews will be held on Monday 6th and Tuesday 7th April at Enfield.

Full-time, 40 hours per week, Fixed Term Contract to March 2021

Salary £26,388 p.a. (inc London Allowance)

Oasis supports Equal Opportunities.  Registered Charity No. 1026487

Recruiting a Specialist Support Worker to join our Mental Health Service in Tower Hamlets!

GBP 23,000 per annum plus 25 days Annual Leave, Pension schemes, Staff discounts, healthcare and more. This role is working 40 hours per week.

Teresa House and Hamlets Way provide supported accommodation for customers with mental health needs who require a high level of support. Teresa House is a high support, fast stream mental health service, from which customers are expected to move on within two years. Hamlets Way is a high support, slow stream mental health service with customer move on expected within four years. Each service is made up of 16 units and operates 24 hours a day. The role requires shift working including weekends and evenings, but there are no sleep ins required at the service.

Job Overview:
Specialist Support Workers within Look Ahead are required to have either an extra dimension of experience or a higher qualification level as determined relevant for the particular post. Specialist Support Workers provide information, social inclusion and vocational opportunities to support people to recover and stay well; exercise choice and control in their care and lives; and participate on an equal footing in the community. Support is also provided to develop a model of re-enablement towards self-advocacy, self-management and empowerment, incorporating the principles and practice of recovery, co-production and peer support.

Key Responsibilities:
- Building supportive, trusting relationships with customers and creating a positive atmosphere
- Carrying out holistic assessments of new customers which incorporate relevant statutory referral information
- Conducting regular key work sessions that are innovative and engaging in order to achieve Support Plan goals
- Create support plans for providing appropriate services based on on-going assessment and reflecting the services and resources available to enable customer to progress in their recovery
- Ensuring ongoing assessment and management of risks associated with customers within an attitude of 'positive risk taking
- Provide support and access to relevant services to enable customers to continue their recovery and empower customers to self-manage their medication regimes through individual re-enablement programmes and informed decision making
- Undertake support work in partnership with external stakeholders to compliment their interventions
- Developing productive relationships with partner organisations to improve service outcomes
- Demonstrate strong commitment to the functioning of the staff team and to support colleagues in providing a high level of service and safety to customers
- Involving customers in the design, development and delivery of the service
- Adhering to lone working protocols and maintaining high levels of awareness in relation to the health and safety of yourself and colleagues
- Ensuring Look Ahead Health and Safety policies and local protocols are adhered to at all times e.g. fire risk assessments, fire alarm checks etc.
- Being responsible for the handover of key information between shifts
- Provide structured support and guidance to other front line staff in their area of expertise
- To lead groups and activities - offering a range of appropriate therapeutic and recovery focused interactions and activities
- Carrying out reflective practice within the team
- Leading on monthly resident meetings
- Adhering to all other Look Ahead's policies and procedures. Engaging in learning and development activity to increase knowledge and skills
- Undertaking any other duties consistent with the grade and nature of the post as assigned by the Team Leader/ Manager

Person Specification:
- Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement
- Exudes a warm friendly presence and open behaviour
- Prefers working as part of a group or team
- Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement
- Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organised
- Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments
- Is confident with high levels of self-esteem
- Is respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication
- Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can do attitude
- Ability to cope positively with challenging and diverse behaviour

Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
Essential:
- NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent with some or equivalent sector work experience

Support Worker

We are one of the largest learning disability charities in the UK, supporting 2,500 people through our friendly, supportive, creative and diverse teams.

As a support worker at Hft you’ll be supporting adults with learning disabilities to live the best life possible. In this caring and creative role, everything you do will enable people to have choices about their own lives, creating flexible services that meet people’s needs and always looking for the best way of doing things.

Salary: Up to £19,946

Hours: Full Time, Permanent, 37.5 hour per week
Location: Bath, BA2
What we Offer

Apprenticeships - gain a fully funded Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care whilst earning. Access to the Hft Plus benefits package, which includes a great number of discounts and rewards across shops, restaurants, gym membership and days out; but also, an Employee Assistance Programme, with telephone and face-to-face support options. Access to award winning training and development – Hft is one of only four charities to have achieved the Skills for Care ‘Centre of Excellence’ provider status. Annual staff award scheme – The Fusion Awards, and peer recognition through our GEM awards programme. 20 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays). A contributory pension scheme & life assurance. Free DBS Check.

You don’t need experience of support work or any special qualifications for this job - you’ll get plenty of training along the way. It’s great if you already have experience of learning disabilities and supporting people with complex needs, but this is by no means essential. What matters most is your positive attitude to life and your desire to support people to live theirs with as much independence, choice, dignity and control as possible.

Closing date: Sunday 5th April 2020

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

You may have experience or an interest in the following: Support Worker, Support Work, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Learning Disabilities, Social Care, Voluntary Sector, Mental Health Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Care Staff, Community Development, Care Worker, Vulnerable People, Social Worker, Not for Profit, NFP etc.

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“I’ve worked for Fitzroy for 5yrs and it’s like having a second family!”
 

• Set day rate £9.18ph
• Guaranteed hours available
• Full Time (37.5), Part Time (Various), Bank (0 hours) contracts available
• Typical shift patterns: 7am-2pm/2pm-10pm alternate weekends & sleep-ins

FitzRoy’s Registered Care service in Liss provides care & support for residents with learning disabilities. We are seeking exceptional new support workers to join our friendly team.
 

We are keen to find people who share our values, & exhibit behaviours and attitudes that match our own! You don’t need experience in care, nor do we require qualifications - we will invest in your development & training to become an exceptional care worker. 
 

• We see the person - encourage choice & respect the opinions, beliefs & dignity of others. Treat people as equals, be thoughtful, discreet & maintain confidentiality
• We are creative - encourage & support everyone to reach their goals, think of solutions to problems & actively involve people in every aspect of their lives
• We are brave - be positive, embrace new ideas, experiences & challenges. Be genuine, honest & a voice for others.
   

A support worker’s day is varied and flexibility is required. You will be providing care and support individually tailored to the needs and wishes of people with learning disabilities. Through getting to know the people you support, you will identify and work with them to achieve their goals, enabling them to have choice and control over their lives. You will also be expected to carry out everyday tasks including support and encouragement with personal care as well as taking part in a range of interests and activities that make up a healthy, well balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.
 

For this role it is preferred to hold a full driving licence & be willing to drive our accessible vehicles.
 

Support Worker benefits - To reward our staff for the amazing work they do, FitzRoy offer some fantastic perks which include: 28 days holiday, enhanced overtime, pension, life insurance, childcare vouchers & access to a variety of online discounts on major retailers.
 

Interested? Click apply to complete our short online application form or call Louise for an informal chat.

Early application is encouraged as we regularly review applications throughout the advertising period & reserve the right to close the advert early.

Support Worker

We are one of the largest learning disability charities in the UK, supporting 2,500 people through our friendly, supportive, creative and diverse teams.

As a support worker at Hft you’ll be supporting adults with learning disabilities to live the best life possible. In this caring and creative role, everything you do will enable people to have choices about their own lives, creating flexible services that meet people’s needs and always looking for the best way of doing things.

Clementi Court is a registered care service for a total of eight people in two purpose built bungalows and has a lovely warm homely feel. We provide support in all areas of an individual’s life from personal care to widening their social network and all of our staff support individuals to ensure they can participate as much as possible. You will be welcomed in to the long established team; all of whom have a wealth of knowledge to help support new staff and coach you along the way and you will also receive outstanding training for your role.

Salary: Up to £9.08

Hours: Various hours - 37.5 & 22.5
Location: Clementi Court, Evesham
What we Offer

Apprenticeships - gain a fully funded Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care whilst earning. Access to the Hft Plus benefits package, which includes a great number of discounts and rewards across shops, restaurants, gym membership and days out; but also, an Employee Assistance Programme, with telephone and face-to-face support options. Access to award winning training and development – Hft is one of only four charities to have achieved the Skills for Care ‘Centre of Excellence’ provider status. Annual staff award scheme – The Fusion Awards, and peer recognition through our GEM awards programme. 20 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays). A contributory pension scheme & life assurance.

You don’t need experience of support work or any special qualifications for this job - you’ll get plenty of training along the way. It’s great if you already have experience of learning disabilities and supporting people with complex needs, but this is by no means essential. What matters most is your positive attitude to life and your desire to support people to live theirs with as much independence, choice, dignity and control as possible.

A full UK/EU driving licence is essential.

Closing date: Friday 3rd April 2020

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

You may have experience or an interest in the following: Support Worker, Support Work, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Learning Disabilities, Social Care, Voluntary Sector, Mental Health Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Care Staff, Community Development, Care Worker, Vulnerable People, Social Worker, Not for Profit, NFP etc.

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As a By Your Side Worker, your role will be to provide light and practical support to individuals for a short period of time following a stay in hospital.  This could include picking up a little shopping, fitting a key safe, making contact and conducting welfare visits/calls. Good IT skills required. Car driver/user preferred.

Flexible to the needs of the role. Some evening and weekend work may be involved. Enhanced DBS will be required for this role.

Kindly note we do not accept CV's. Please complete our Job Application Form on our website.