SUPPORT WORKER, STEP UP, LONG EATON, FRWK03 £16,296 - £17,811, 37 HPW, TEMPORARY UNTIL 14TH OCTOBER 2020

Do you want to join an organisation that employs remarkable people to do a remarkable job?  Do you have commitment to reach out, even to the most challenging young people?

We are looking for a Support Worker who would thrive in a young person’s accommodation service, where no two days are ever the same.

You could be part of a team supporting young people to develop their independence, social skills and help raise their aspirations.

You will support young people aged 16-21 to complete daily tasks and learn new life- skills during their transition to independence and into our move-on properties.

You will:

• work in partnership with various agencies and closely with social care

• have excellent communication skills and be able to build rapport with young people

• be dynamic and enthusiastic

• promote equality and diversity within the service

• provide a safe and secure environment for young people

• contribute to the delivery of a comprehensive support package

For more information please contact: Alison Legg 

What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.

Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.

97% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.

Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.

As a Disability Confident employer we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application

CVs will not be accepted

NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

SUPPORT WORKER, MOVING FORWARD SOUTH NOTTS, TO COVER MUTIPLE BASES ACROSS THE COUNTY, PERMANENT, FRWK03 £16,296 - £17,811 FTE, 37HPW

Moving Forward is a floating support service for people with mental health problems based at various locations within Nottinghamshire.

We are a dual source referral service working in partnership with Community and Local mental health teams.

You should have a good working knowledge of the support needs of people with mental health problems living independently in their own home.

You will deliver individual support plans to people to help them achieve their goals, and help review their progress and achievements.

You will be expected to work effectively within a small team, carry own caseload and support your colleagues.

You will be expected to have a good working knowledge of the needs of people struggling with their mental health, benefits, housing law, debt support and any other issues related to the person’s ability to live independently.

You will have experience of writing up and recording support notes. Must have a current driving licence and access to a car in order to cover multiple bases across the County.

For more information please contact: Richard Rosenbaum 

What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.

Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.

97% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.

Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.

As a Disability Confident employer we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application

CVs will not be accepted

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

Head of Property & Development
 

Salary: £50,527 pa

We aim to make people’s lives better. Do you?

Framework is a registered charity delivering housing, support, health and employment services to people with a diverse range of needs. We assist rough sleepers and those who need help to keep their home. We support excluded youngsters as they make their way into adulthood and those starting or returning to work.  We provide access to treatment for people with mental health issues, those misusing alcohol or illegal substances, and join up services for homeless people with multiple and complex needs. 

Through approximately 70 services across the East Midlands, Framework is both a safety net and a platform for change. Each year more than eighteen thousand people approach us for help.  Responding to their needs, respecting their choices and empowering them to achieve, we aim to make life better for our service users and those around them.

This is a fantastic opportunity for the right person to be at the forefront of a renewed focus on effective property and housing management, capital development and landlord compliance  in a fast-paced charity environment.  We are passionate about building a future in which people feel safe and look to the future with hope. This starts with ensuring that our homes are well managed, fit for purpose and efficiently run, and that our service users have somewhere that they are happy to call home.

This role would suit a forward-thinking housing professional with excellent communication skills. Reporting to the Corporate Services Director and joining a committed Organisational Leadership Group, the Head of Property & Development will:

· Take the lead for setting the strategic framework for the management of housing, property maintenance, landlord compliance and capital development

· Ensure that we are managing our landlord compliance and safety requirements well, working closely with the newly-created Safety, Health, Environment & Quality Team to develop joined up responses

· Ensure that our contractors are well-managed, delivering quality and value for money, whilst respecting our service users

· Lead and develop the culture of the department so that it focuses on continuous improvement

· Ensure that policies, procedures and guidance are in place to support all staff who deliver housing and housing-related services

· Have the ability to communicate across all levels of the organization.

If you have the attributes to meet this challenge we would love to hear from you. This is an opportunity to join an organisation driven by values that takes responsible risks to tackle poverty, injustice and exclusion. We would support your professional development, involve you in our decisions and give you the autonomy to make a real difference to the lives of others.

Substantial previous experience in housing and strong evidence of ongoing professional development are essential.  The successful candidate will be organised, have strong communication skills and be proactive and confident in driving improvement. Above all, we need someone whose concern for those we exist to serve will drive innovation and organisational development in their best interests.

For further information about Framework and the Head of Property & Development post, please email recruitmentteam at frameworkha. org to request an application pack.

Should you have any questions in regard to the position please contact Tracy Lowe Sheppard, HR Transactional Manager.

The closing date for applications is midnight on Tuesday 17th March 2020.  Shortlisting will take place on Wednesday 18th March 2020 and Interviews will be held on the Monday 23rd March 2020.

We’re looking for a keen and engaging individual who wants to develop their career in sales or customer management, to join our dynamic team as a Sales Executive.

The Christian Conference Trust is a leading provider of residential ministry, serving hundreds of churches and Christian organisations across the UK at three stunning venues. We’re in the top 2% of UK charities.

Key responsibilities:

• Ensuring all email or web-based enquiries are dealt with efficiently and in a tailored and professional manner
• Ensuring all telephone calls are responded to efficiently and in a tailored and professional manner
• Converting enquiries into firm bookings by quality follow-up and negotiation to close sales
• Arranging and undertaking client tours, as a key part of the sales process
• Liaising with each centre operations team about potential bookings
• Assisting with targeted marketing campaigns with potential customers
• Providing support for ‘win-back’ campaigns that confidently re-position CCT with lapsed groups
• Representing CCT at exhibitions and events
• Training customers on the use of the Event Manager tool

Person specification:

• Excellent communicator, by email, phone and in person
• Able to effectively engage others
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude
• Highly organised and efficient
• Ability to work under pressure with good IT skills - competent with Microsoft Office

The successful candidate will need to have experience in a sales, customer-facing or customer service role.  They will also have maths and English at GSCE grade 4/C or equivalent and be able to travel to and stay overnight at other centres occasionally, as well as exhibitions as required.  As part of the role, the Sales Executive will need to be comfortable maintaining CCT’s core charitable values and Christian ethos.

If this sounds like a role that you believe you can put your skills and engaging personality to great use in, then we would love to hear from you.   Please provide a supporting letter along with your application.

Applications will be reviewed upon submission.

Please note that your application and the data your provide with it will be viewed and processed by both CCT and our HR consultancy firm, Integra HR Ltd.

Responsible to:  Operations Manager 

Location:  Baca office & properties, Loughborough, England. The role requires regular travel.

Hours:  Waking nights - 7.5 hours per night. Casual (as and when required) and permanent up to 4 nights per week

Salary Band:  £17,000- £18,500 per annum pro rata (% of full time equivalent) 
 
Overall Purpose 
To provide overnight cover for the young people in the care of Baca, ensuring they are safe and well.  Monitor and protect the security of the different homes. 
 
Duties Responsibilities

• To maintain a visual presence at Baca properties through the night
• To visit each of the homes, ensuring each young person is present or accounted for.
• Provide care for young peoples as required
• To be the first point of call when dealing with emergencies e.g. fire, medical, police etc. and to manage such emergencies appropriately including liaising with the on call manager via their phone.
• To liaise with on call and the new arrival house to welcome newly arrived young people.
• Maintaining and reviewing manual and computerized records
• Reporting damage to buildings to the appropriate authority and calling approved contractors to cover emergency 
• To ensure all required checklists are completed for all duties
• To take responsibility for continuous improvement in service delivery and working practices
• To undertake minor maintenance and cleaning duties in different houses as required.
• Be available for training and team building 

 General

• Play an active and supportive role within the organisation 
• Take ownership of files allocated, ensuring they are up to date and stored correctly.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in relation to work undertaken and ensure all confidential material is stored according to Baca’s Confidentiality statement and Data Protection Policy. 
• Embrace the Vision and Values of Baca and reflect this in working practice.
• Treat all staff and young people fairly and without prejudice, in line with Baca’s Equality and Diversity policy 
• Be aware of the correct procedures for dealing with any suggested incidences of safeguarding concerns and to follow them, in line with Baca’s Child, Vulnerable Adult Protection & Safeguarding Policy
• Adhere to all Baca’s policies and procedures. 

 
Personal Specification

Baca is looking for individuals who can join the support team and provide overnight supervision and support and be a role model for young people who are unaccompanied asylum seekers aged 16 to 18. The successful applicant will be motivated and passionate about the work that Baca does and the young people in our care. The successful applicant will need access to transport as the role requires visiting the young people in their homes.

The successful applicant will have a personal style that is in line with Baca’s vision and values. Someone who is supportive, approachable, responsible, reliable and personable.
 
Qualifications/Knowledge/Experience

• Experience in working with young people and an understanding of cross cultural issues in working with asylum seekers.
• Experience in use of computers, with experience in Microsoft Office and online email systems.

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to engage and work with young people in a professional and sensitive manner 
• Ability to remain calm and controlled in all situations with young people.
• Good interpersonal skills and able to interact well with staff and visitors to the office and other properties. 
• Ability to use own initiative under supervision within accountability structures  Ability to work independently and be self-motivated
• Good written communication skills and ability to complete reports accurately and on time 

 Other Expectations

• Have a genuine concern for and commitment to asylum seekers/refugees, young people and UASCs in particular
• Ability to work flexible hours in line with the needs of the team and the young people.
• Ability and commitment to work at all times within a framework of confidentiality and anti-discriminatory practice
• Commitment to work within the aims, values and ethos of the organisation 

Service Director  - Health and Social Care
 

Salary: £55,825

We aim to make people’s lives better. Do you?

Framework is a registered charity delivering housing, support, health and employment services to people with a diverse range of needs. We assist rough sleepers and those who need help to keep their home. We support excluded youngsters as they make their way into adulthood and those starting or returning to work.  We provide access to treatment for people with mental health issues, those misusing alcohol or illegal substances, and join up services for homeless people with multiple and complex needs. 

Through approximately 70 services across the East Midlands, Framework is both a safety net and a platform for change. Each year more than eighteen thousand people approach us for help.  Responding to their needs, respecting their choices and empowering them to achieve, we aim to make life better for our service users and those around them.

We are seeking an additional member of our Senior Leadership Team to further enhance and expand this work.  Reporting to the Operations Director, our new Service Director - Health and Social Care will lead the delivery of our specialist health and social care services, which include a holistic substance misuse treatment service, a specialist care home and an innovative and high-performing in-patient detoxification unit.  Growth and development of these services and new ones is a key part of our future strategy.

If you have the attributes to meet this challenge we would love to hear from you. This is an opportunity to join an organisation driven by values that takes responsible risks to tackle poverty, injustice and exclusion. We would support your professional development, involve you in our biggest decisions and give you the autonomy to make a real difference to the lives of others.

Experience of leadership in the health or care sectors is essential.  You will be our ‘go-to’ person, in-house expert and organisational lead in matters of health and social care.  Above all, we need someone whose concern for those we exist to serve will drive innovation and service development in their best interests.

Should you have any questions in regard to the position please contact Tracy Lowe Sheppard, HR Transactional Manager.
 

The closing date for applications is midnight on Tuesday 3rd March 2020.  Shortlisting will take place on Wednesday 4th March 2020 and Interviews will be held on the Friday 13th March 2020.