Every year, thousands of men, women and children are trafficked to the UK.

Bakhita House is a residence owned and based within the Diocese of Westminster and set up by CARITAS Westminster as part of the Catholic Church’s response to this issue, with the aim of offering befriending, guidance, support and resettlement of women who are the victims of Human Trafficking.

We are now looking to recruit a Support Worker to primarily ensure the safety and security of guests and oversee the night security of the project. This will include day and night shifts.

She will be responsible for the support case load overseeing all aspects of guests’ housing matters and participating in the design of a life skills programme and workshops.

All post-holders must be experienced in working with victims of human trafficking and modern slavery, and thus able to handle with sensitivity all guests displaying challenging behaviour as a result of experiencing trauma.

Excellent communication, organisation and team working skills together with a commitment to the ethos and teachings of the Catholic Church would also be crucial.

Due to the nature of this work, all post-holders will be required to have a flexible approach in terms of working hours and must therefore be willing to work additional hours as required

All posts are subject to a DBS Enhanced Level Disclosure and Barred List check.

Hours of work:

35 hours per week, usually on a 4 week rolling rota, for 5 days per week (including bank holidays and weekends but excluding nights)

Salary:

£ 26,984.79 per annum

Closing date:

Friday, 10 April 2020 at noon

Interview date:

6 & 7 May 2019

Job reference:

0160-427

Please note that Bakhita House is a female only shelter. The post is therefore only available to female applicants as permitted under the Equality Act 2010.

To be considered for the role, please complete an online job application on our RCDOW website. To view full job description, please visit our RCDOW vacancies webpage. 

CVs will NOT be considered, therefore, please do not send them. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Please note that you will need to be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this position. You must provide proof of Right to Work in the UK. 

Are you a warm, highly motivated person with person-centred values who can empower and support people with a learning disability to transform their lives? Are you creative, proactive and willing to go the extra mile to enable people to achieve their aspirations?

We are recruiting Relief Support Workers to join an established team of staff supporting people with a learning disability or autism to enjoy an excellent quality of life in a range of supported living and residential services across Bedford.

We offer an empowering model of support which enables people to lead fulfilling and valued lives, to participate in their local community, develop independent living skills and achieve their personal goals and desired outcomes. As well as providing direct care and support, you will have the opportunity to act as a Key Worker supporting people to achieve their dreams and goals.

A high level of motivation and personal commitment is required along with demonstrable skills in engaging service users in planning their support. You will also be expected to work professionally alongside Care Managers and health professionals and to communicate positively with families, carers and friends.

For this relief role, candidates will need previous care experience supporting people with a learning disability or autism, as well as a ‘can-do approach’, person-centred values, energy and commitment. You will need good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to develop good quality support plans. You will have a strong work ethic and duty of care and be able to contribute to a positive, team approach.

The services are located in Bedford town and neighbouring villages.

Closing Date: 28 April 2020

Are you a warm, highly motivated person with person-centred values who can empower and support people with a learning disability to transform their lives? Are you creative, proactive and willing to go the extra mile to enable people to achieve their aspirations?

We are recruiting Support Workers to join a newly established team of staff supporting people with a learning disability to enjoy an excellent quality of life in a range of supported living and residential services in Oakley, Bedford.

We offer an empowering model of support which enables people to lead fulfilling and valued lives, to participate in their local community, develop independent living skills and achieve their personal goals and desired outcomes. As well as providing direct care and support, you will have the opportunity to act as a Key Worker supporting people to achieve their dreams and goals.

This rewarding role will require flexibility across the week and your working time will involve working shifts which include evenings, weekends and bank holidays. A high level of motivation and personal commitment is required along with demonstrable skills in engaging service users in planning their support. You will also be expected to work professionally alongside Care Managers and health professionals and to communicate positively with families, carers and friends.

Although we value relevant experience of supporting people with a learning disability or autism you do not need to have prior experience if you can demonstrate a ‘can-do approach’, person-centred values, energy and commitment. You will need good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to develop good quality support plans. You will have a strong work ethic and duty of care and be able to contribute to a positive, team approach.

If you do not already have a relevant vocational qualification in health or social care we will support you to complete the Care Certificate and an accredited Health & Social Care Diploma. In return we will offer you good conditions of service, supportive management and prospects for future career progression. Applications from graduates in any discipline are welcomed. You must enjoy good health and be able to carry out all expected care and daily living tasks.

The services are located in Bedford town and neighbouring villages.

Closing Date: 29 April 2020

Are you a warm, highly motivated person with person-centred values who can empower and support people with a learning disability to transform their lives?  Are you creative, proactive and willing to go the extra mile to enable people to achieve their aspirations?

We are recruiting Waking Night Support Workers to join an established team of staff supporting people with a learning disability or autism to enjoy an excellent quality of life in a range of supported living and residential services across Bedford.

We offer an empowering model of support which enables people to lead fulfilling and valued lives, to participate in their local community, develop independent living skills and achieve their personal goals and desired outcomes.  As well as providing direct care and support, you will have the opportunity to act as a Key Worker supporting people to achieve their dreams and goals.

This rewarding role will require flexibility across the week and your working time will involve working shifts which will include weekends and bank holidays. A high level of motivation and personal commitment is required along with demonstrable skills in engaging service users in planning their support. You will also be expected to work professionally alongside Care Managers and health professionals and to communicate positively with families, carers and friends.

Although we value relevant experience of supporting people with a learning disability or autism you do not need to have prior experience if you can demonstrate a ‘can-do approach’, person-centred values, energy and commitment. You will need good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to develop good quality support plans. You will have a strong work ethic and duty of care and be able to contribute to a positive, team approach.

If you do not already have a relevant vocational qualification in health or social care we will support you to complete the Care Certificate and an accredited Health & Social Care Diploma. In return we will offer you good conditions of service, supportive management and prospects for future career progression. Applications from graduates in any discipline are welcomed. You must enjoy good health and be able to carry out all expected care and daily living tasks.

The services are located in Bedford town and neighbouring villages.

Closing Date: 29 April 2020

Support Worker

Are you a Support Worker who understands the challenges young people face in day to day life? Do you have a passion to work in a role that will make a real difference? Do you like the idea of working for a business who offer therapeutic and non-restraint support to young people?

Our client have a fantastic opportunity for a Support Worker to join their friendly and professional team based within their Residential Home in Stockport working over a 37.5 hour working week. Experience is not essential as full training will be provided however having a good understanding of the issues young people face will help to make a real difference.

Interviews will take place a week after shortlisting and will consist of a 1-hour interview (15 minute written scenario and 45 minutes competency question based).

Training is carried out at the beginning of each month over 7 days and is paid on commencement of first day of work. Travel expenses are paid over the full 7 days and cover First Aid, Safeguarding, Therapeutic Risk Training and Compliance.

What’s on offer:

- Competitive hourly rate (£9.54 per hour)
- 22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
- Enhanced Superior company pension
- Paid Induction (Running over 7 days)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Free on-site parking
- Paid Enhanced DBS check
- Employee Assistance Programme / 24-hour Counselling Service
- Online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3/4 Adult Health & Social Care)
- The opportunity for internal promotions
- £100 bonus after completing 6 month probation
- Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral)
- Regular social events and recognition schemes (‘Employee of the year awards’, Summer & Christmas parties)

As a Support Worker you will:

- Be a part of direct and indirect care of young people with complex mental health needs
- Act as a member of the team and assist the management staff in giving the highest standard of care possible to all the young people, closely following individual care plans and programme
- Travel between Residential Homes, schools, shopping, leisure activities etc
- Carry out multiple interventions involving the delivery of care to young people
- Promote independence amongst the young people ensuring continuity of care throughout
- Provide support, advice and information to the young people, parents and other carers
- Carry out further duties as per their attached document

As a Support Worker you will have:

- Flexibility as your role will involve working shifts including nights/weekends/Bank Holidays
- Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
- Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately
- IT Literate (Able to write emails and use Microsoft Office)
- An understanding of the issues young people face in daily life and the ability to meet the day to day needs of young people, including providing practical support with daily living activities
- An understanding of the issues around confidentiality
- An understanding of safeguarding
- Professional working boundaries between staff and service users
- Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations

Desirable Criteria:

- Full UK Driving Licence
- NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent within Care
- Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs

If you are interested in joining an enthusiastic, motivated business who thrive in developing and rebuilding young people and young adults with complex difficulties then please get in touch today.

The closing date for this position is Thursday 16th April so please ensure you apply before this date.

Our client operates a safer recruitment process and as part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. They are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community.

You may have experience of the following: Support Worker, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Social Care, Voluntary Sector, Healthcare Assistant, Care Staff, Care Assistant, Community Development, Care Worker, Vulnerable People, Social Worker, Not for Profit, NFP etc.

Ref: 92732

Barnet Mencap is dynamic, expanding, and looking for team players to join our enthusiastic and diverse team. We support adults with moderate learning disabilities and/or autism to live independently in housing of their choice.

The role offers a challenge and satisfaction, which will suit people who:

• have experience of working with adults with learning disabilities and autism in a community setting
• have a good working knowledge of safeguarding issues facing people with learning disabilities and autism
• understand the issues faced by people with learning disabilities and autism living independently and have the skills to meet their practical, social and emotional needs
• have a ‘Person Centred Planning’ ethos
• have excellent communication skills

Barnet Mencap is committed to safeguarding, quality, equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. 

Are you an experienced Support Worker, Housing Support Worker/Officer working with supported housing clients (Young people, mild learning difficulties, homeless people/rough sleepers? Do you want to work for an exciting and ambitious supported housing provider?

My client is currently looking for support workers throughout Basildon, Chelmsford and Loughton to start on an ASAP basis, this is a temp role for 3 months with the likeliness for it to extend further.

Responsibilities

- Experience of working with young people
- Able to manage a large caseload and support young people through complex issues such as ASB, gang related issues, drug dealing, domestic violence. Working with partner agencies such as social services, local council, police or health care providers.
- Report repairs in a timely manner, carryout health & safety checks to the properties, carryout support sessions with the young people.
- Monitor rent accounts and ensure you liaise with the young people and support them if they fall into arrears

The rate for these positions are £12.22 Paye, you need to be a car driver and have an Enhanced DBS

If you met the required experience please send your updated CV through

Your expert recruitment consultant is Danielle Taylor, call today on 0207 422 7371 or email [email protected] Eden Brown Synergy is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown Synergy is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Are you looking for a rewarding job where you go home knowing that you have made a real impact on someone’s life?

Sense has a great opportunity for fun loving, enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Support Worker in Poole, Dorset. This is a permanent full time post working 37.5 hours per week across a weekly rota, which will include evenings weekends and sleep ins.

About the role…
• As a Support Worker you will support and enable people to live the life they choose 
• You will be based at our supported living service in Poole, providing 24 hour support to a deafblind individual to enable them to live safely in their own home and access the community.
• To help the individual take part in activities that they enjoy, such as Café and Pub trips, Cinema, walks on the beach and the occasional trip to local theme parks.  
• The most important aspect of the role is communicating with the client using PECs,  Makaton and or Basic British sign language.

In return we will offer you…
• £8.50 per hour
• Bespoke, rewarding career pathways
• Free parking (where available)
• Comprehensive induction and commitment to ongoing training
• Enhanced disclosure cost covered
• Plus many more

About you…
Essential:
• Previous experience is not essential as full training will be provided
• Able to demonstrate that you possess the right values and behaviours to enable you to make a difference to people’s lives
• Open and honest attitude to life we would love to hear from you.
• For genuine occupational reasons we are looking to appoint a female candidate only (exemption under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9).
Desirable:
• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care 
• Valid UK Driving Licence 
• BSL Level one or ability to communicate with BSL, PECs and Makaton.

About Sense…
Sense has a proven record of offering high quality, pioneering services. For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to help people communicate and experience the world.
We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential.
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact: the recruitment team;

To apply…
Please use the link below to complete your application. 
Managers will use your application to shortlist candidates in relation to the Personal Specification; therefore it is very important you complete this section thoroughly.  We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines and job description (found at the base of this advert) before applying.
If you are a disabled candidate and require a hard copy pack or a different format please contact the recruitment team.
Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Sense is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to ensuring that all staff are motivated, skilled and rewarded by their work.
As we say in our Equality and Diversity pledge, we want to ensure people are given the opportunity to realise their potential with us. We encourage you to apply for the role and we will try to make any adjustments to the role that may be possible.

No agency submissions, any submissions without prior authorisation from Sense will be treated as our own, as such no fee will be payable.

#INDSTH

Recruiting Enhanced Support Workers to join our Young People's Service in Hounslow!

£23,200 per annum, 40 hours per week plus 25 days Annual Leave, Pension schemes, Staff discounts, healthcare and more.

Hounslow Young People is Supported Accommodation Service for young people and young parents aged 16-25. The service encompasses a mix of units across 6 sites supporting 57 vulnerable young people and 19 teen parents.

The aim of the service is to empower young people to move towards independent living, supporting their successful transition from childhood; laying the foundations for healthy, ambitious, and safe adult lives with minimal ongoing support. Support is delivered in partnership with a number of stakeholders and partners in the community such as mental health services; substance misuses agencies, housing teams, police and social services.

Job Overview:

You will be able to be creatively engage young people in order to minimise risks and increase their independence. Partnership working is the heart of supporting our young people, you will be required to build and maintain relationships to coordinate the young person's support.

This role requires working on a rota pattern encompassing mix of shifts between 7:45am to 10pm including weekends.

Key Responsibilities:

- Responsible for key-working a caseload assigned by Management
- Undertake initial and continuous assessment of needs, potential risks and agree levels of support and actions to professional standards
- Co-develop a positive behaviour support plan with the individual that identifies triggers and actions required to enable positive risk taking through reduced risks
- Support customers to claim and receive eligible benefits, deal with relevant agencies to develop life skills, budgeting, financial literacy, and managing finances effectively
- Encourage tenants to pay their rent and to ensure that rent accounts are managed effectively
- Motivate individuals to prepare and cook healthy meals safely, going shopping and offering guidance on buying balanced nutritious food
- Enable customers to improve their skills to manage their day-to-day activities such a making telephone calls, dealing with correspondence, attending appointments and form filling
- Support customers to access other services including CMHT, substance misuse agencies and/or work in partnership with other agencies as part of the support planning process
- Develop and maintain links with key agencies and service providers in the local community
- Lead on an area of specialism e.g. ETE, Mental health and build partnerships and develop internal and external opportunities for service-users in this area
- Support customers to maintain activities including but not limited to education, employment, training, informal accreditation and volunteering opportunities
- Promote customers to develop social skills, positive and healthy relationships and keep safe in a variety of settings
- Engage customers to place their voice, aspirations, and interests at the heart of service delivery Promoting inclusion, equality, diversity, and community cohesion
- Positively support customers to understand their child's development in line with best practice guidance
- Adhere to Look Ahead's Policies and Procedures and undertake any other duties consistent with the grade and nature of the post as may be reasonably assigned

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.

Successful candidates will have:

- An understanding of the difficulties Young People, Care Leavers and Young Parents face and the skills to empower them to achieve their ambitions
- An awareness and understanding of the social, emotional and wellbeing needs and mental health in relation to young people and different agencies involved in their care and support
- An understanding of the challenges young parents face and the skills to enable them to pursue their aspirations while parenting effectively
- An understanding of the difficulties NEET young people face and the skills to enable them to develop a sense of responsibility and independence in the community
- An understanding of the challenges young offenders face and the skills to facilitate positive behaviour change and reintegration in the community
- An understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures

Person Specification:

- A passion to support young people to reach their potential, succeed and thrive independently given the right support with a 'can do' attitude
- A strong customer focus and commitment to putting customers' interests and voices at the heart of all aspects of provision
- Strong self-awareness and commitment to acting as a positive role model
- A commitment to non-discriminatory practice and to promoting equality and diversity
- A commitment to acting as a corporate parent in all aspects of practice where applicable
- A commitment to effective joint working with partners to meet customers needs
- A strong sense of personal accountability and the ability to critically reflect on practice to improve future approaches
- Engage in learning and development activity to increase knowledge and skills

For more information or to apply please visit our website.

We have a rewarding opportunity available for a Female Family Support Worker to join our team based in Bristol. You will join us on part time, fixed term contract until 30th November 2020, working 18.75 hours per week from 8.30am – 5.30pm with some additional evening and weekend work on a rota basis. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £21,589 per annum (pro-rata) and benefits.

Established in 1999, Next Link is the leading provider of domestic abuse services to women and children in Bristol and South Gloucestershire. At Next Link we are committed to providing holistic, empowering and personalised support and advocacy to women and children experiencing domestic abuse.

In return for joining us, we will offer you:

- Up to 30 days annual leave (depending on length of service)
- 3 extra holidays including International Women’s Day
- Excellent development and training opportunities
- Employer pension contribution (minimum 5% of your gross salary)
- Mindful Employer Plus Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Long Service Awards
- Wellness Awards

About the role:

As our Female Family Support Worker, you will be working with families, in particular children and young people (CYP) aged 0 – 17 who may have experienced or witnessed domestic violence and abuse and are supported in Next Link’s Community services and accommodated within our Safe Houses.

Key duties and responsibilities of our Female Family Support Worker:

- Provide a high quality service and co-ordinated package of on-going emotional and practical support to CYP who are suffering effects from the trauma of, or have experienced domestic abuse
- Provide personal welfare support to CYP and to ensure that families in the safe house are provided with a safe, supportive and welcoming environment and to maximize the family’s safety when providing support in the community
- Responsible for co-ordinating and managing play and educational activities for children in the community and safehouses
- Work with children and young people to help them to become integrated into a new or existing community or safehouse
- Develop positive, trusting relationships with CYP of all ages and work in a child focussed way
- Liaise effectively and collaboratively with all appropriate agencies relating to CYP / family welfare
- Carry out assessments that effectively establish the support needs of CYP/ families using our services
- Complete a written support plan with the CYP and their mother
- Recognise, respect and address the needs of service-users who face particular barriers when seeking help to access the service, including those from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds

This is not an exhaustive list of your duties and outlines the general ways in which it is expected you will meet the overall requirements of this post.

What we are looking for in our ideal Female Family Support Worker:

- Ability to build and develop supportive relationships with abused women and their children maintaining professional boundaries
- Experience of carrying out needs assessments and delivering outcome focused support to families in an engaging and empowering way
- Ability to proactively organise and develop child centred activity programme that meets the needs of diverse CYP
- Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal, with a range of people
- Ability to work as part of a team demonstrating a flexible approach including a commitment to being part of a rota and on-call system
- Ability to be calm and resilient whilst under pressure and to remain optimistic and persistent
- A full driving licence and access to transport

If you are passionate about ensuring vulnerable women have a safe, comfortable place to live, please apply now to join us as our Female Family Support Worker and contribute to the valuable work Next Link and its wider services, delivering hope and support to survivors of domestic violence and abuse.

Please submit your application by 9am Monday 6th April 2020.
Interviews will be held on Thursday 9th April 2020.

Next Link is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk of abuse, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Next Link is committed to Equal Opportunities. *Due to the specific requirements of this role, this post is exempt under the Equality Act (2010), Part 1, Schedule 9 (Genuine Occupational Requirement.)

Support Worker

Are you a Support Worker who understands the challenges young people face in day to day life? Do you have a passion to work in a role that will make a real difference? Do you like the idea of working for a business who offer therapeutic and non-restraint support to young people?

Our client has a fantastic opportunity for a Support Worker to join their friendly and professional team based within their Residential Home in Bury working over a 37.5 hour working week. Experience is not essential as full training will be provided however having a good understanding of the issues young people face will help to make a real difference.

Interviews will take place a week after shortlisting and will consist of a 1-hour interview (15 minute written scenario and 45 minutes competency question based).

Training is carried out at the beginning of each month over 7 days and is paid on commencement of first day of work.

Travel expenses are paid over the full 7 days and cover First Aid, Safeguarding, Therapeutic Risk Training and Compliance.

What’s on offer:

- Competitive hourly rate (£9.00 per hour)
- 22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
- Enhanced Superior company pension
- Paid Induction (Running over 7 days)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Free on-site parking
- Paid Enhanced DBS check
- Employee Assistance Programme / 24-hour Counselling Service
- Online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3/4 Adult Health & Social Care)
- The opportunity for internal promotions
- £100 bonus after completing 6 month probation
- Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral)
- Regular social events and recognition schemes (‘Employee of the year awards’, Summer & Christmas parties)

As a Support Worker you will:

- Be a part of direct and indirect care of young people with complex mental health needs
- Act as a member of the team and assist the management staff in giving the highest standard of care possible to all the young people, closely following individual care plans and programme
- Travel between Residential Homes, schools, shopping, leisure activities etc
- Carry out multiple interventions involving the delivery of care to young people
- Promote independence amongst the young people ensuring continuity of care throughout
- Provide support, advice and information to the young people, parents and other carers
- Carry out further duties as per our attached document

As a Support Worker you will have:

- Flexibility as your role will involve working shifts including nights/weekends/Bank Holidays
- Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
- Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately
- IT Literate (Able to write emails and use Microsoft Office)
- An understanding of the issues young people face in daily life and the ability to meet the day to day needs of young people, including providing practical support with daily living activities
- An understanding of the issues around confidentiality
- An understanding of safeguarding
- Professional working boundaries between staff and service users
- Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations

Desirable Criteria:

- Full UK Driving Licence
- NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent within Care
- Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs

If you are interested in joining an enthusiastic, motivated business who thrive in developing and rebuilding young people and young adults with complex difficulties then please get in touch today.

The closing date for this position is Sunday 19th April so please ensure you apply before this date.

Our client operates a safer recruitment process and as part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. They are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community.

You may have experience of the following: Support Worker, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Social Care, Voluntary Sector, Healthcare Assistant, Care Staff, Care Assistant, Community Development, Care Worker, Vulnerable People, Social Worker, Not for Profit, NFP etc.

Ref: 92770

Waking Night Support Worker

Are you a Waking Night Support Worker who understands the challenges young people face in day to day life? Do you have a passion to work in a role that will make a real difference? Do you like the idea of working for a business who offer therapeutic and non-restraint support to young people?

our client have a fantastic opportunity for a Waking Night Support Worker to work within their friendly and professional team. Experience is not essential as full training will be provided however having a good understanding of the issues young people face will help to make a real difference.

As a Waking Night Support Worker you will be based within their Residential Home in West Kirby working over a 38.5 hour working week where you will follow individual care plans for the young people with the aim to help them move onto independent living in the future. You will support with their therapy, plan social and leisure activities, give medication and complete associated paperwork. You will be supported by a multi-disciplinary team including Nurses, Psychologists and Psychiatrists to ensure they achieve the best possible outcomes for their young people.

Interviews will take place a week after shortlisting and will consist of a 1-hour interview (15 minute written scenario and 45 minutes competency question based).

Training is carried out at the beginning of each month over 7 days and is paid on commencement of first day of work. Travel expenses are paid over the full 7 days and cover First Aid, Safeguarding, Therapeutic Risk Training and Compliance.

What’s on offer:

- Competitive hourly rate (£9.54per hour + 50p per hour unsociable hours payment)
- 22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
- Enhanced Superior company pension
- Paid Induction (Running over 7 days)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Childcare Voucher Scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Paid Enhanced DBS check
- Employee Assistance Programme / 24-hour Counselling Service
- Online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3/4 Adult Health & Social Care)
- Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral)
- Regular social events and recognition schemes (‘Employee of the year awards’, Summer & Christmas parties)

As a Waking Night Support Worker you will:

- Be a part of direct and indirect care of young people with complex mental health needs
- Act as a member of the team and assist the management staff in giving the highest standard of care possible to all the young people, closely following individual care plans and programme
- Travel between Residential Homes, schools, shopping, leisure activities etc
- Carry out multiple interventions involving the delivery of care to young people
- Promote independence amongst the young people ensuring continuity of care throughout
- Provide support, advice and information to the young people, parents and other carers
- Carry out further duties as per their attached document

As a Waking Night Support Worker you will have:

- Flexibility as your role will involve working shifts including nights/weekends/Bank Holidays
- Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
- Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately
- IT Literate (Able to write emails and use Microsoft Office)
- An understanding of the issues young people face in daily life and the ability to meet the day to day needs of young people, including providing practical support with daily living activities
- An understanding of the issues around confidentiality
- An understanding of safeguarding
- Professional working boundaries between staff and service users
- Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations

Desirable Criteria:

- Full UK Driving Licence
- NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent within Care
- Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs

If you are interested in joining an enthusiastic, motivated business who thrive in developing and rebuilding young people and young adults with complex difficulties then please get in touch today.

The closing date for this position is Saturday 18th April so please ensure you apply before this date.

Our client operates a safer recruitment process and as part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. They are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community.

You may have experience of the following: Support Worker, Waking Night Support Worker, Care Worker, Care Assistant, Care Staff, Social Care, Social Worker, Social Work, Healthcare Assistant, Healthcare Worker, Young People, Vulnerable People, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, NFP, Not for Profit, Voluntary, etc.

Ref: 92759

We have a rewarding opportunity available for a Female Crisis House Day Support Worker to join our team based in Bristol. You will join us on permanent full-time basis or a three month fixed- term contract basis, working 37.5 hours per week. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £21,166 per annum and benefits.

Would you like to join the largest provider of women-only services in Bristol bringing innovation, expertise and extensive experience? Established in 1983, BRISTOL MISSING LINK (incorporating Next Link and Safe Link) is a leading provider of women’s support services in Bristol.

In return for joining us, we will offer you:

- Up to 30 days annual leave (depending on length of service)

- 3 extra holidays including International Women’s Day

- Excellent development and training opportunities

- Employer pension contribution (minimum 5% of your gross salary)

- Mindful Employer Plus Scheme

- Cycle to Work Scheme

- Long Service Awards

- Wellness Awards

About the role:

We are looking for a positive and dynamic Female Crisis House Day Support Worker who will work in our crisis house for women experiencing a mental health crisis and who are unable to cope in the community. The crisis house works to a social care model of recovery. Successful candidates will be responsible for the support and safety of our service users.

Key duties and responsibilities of our Female Crisis House Day Support Worker:

- Carry out assessments and take referrals in line with policy.

- Provide a package of practical and emotional support to women living in the Crisis House Service.

- Provide the highest possible standard of care and support to service users in accordance with the policies and procedures of Missing Link.

- Liaise with all appropriate agencies to ensure appropriate referrals and the best access to appropriate mental

health services.

- Contribute to the overall aims and objectives of the Crisis House and facilitate service users mental health recovery.

- Ensure the smooth running of the Crisis House.

This is not an exhaustive list of your duties and outlines the general ways in which it is expected you will meet the overall requirements of this post.

What we are looking for in our ideal Female Crisis House Day Support Worker:

- Experience of support planning and crisis prevention

- Experience of working in a support or care setting with people in mental health crisis

- Experience of managing emergency situations effectively

- The ability to work day shift pattern 7:00 – 15:00 and 14:00 – 22:00, including weekends on a rota basis.

Closing date: 9am Friday 17th April 2020

Interview date: Friday 24th April 2020

If you are motivated, resourceful and passionate about empowering and supporting women in crisis please apply now to join us as our Female Crisis House Day Support Worker and contribute to the valuable work Missing Link and its wider services do.

Please monitor your emails following your application.

Missing Link is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk of abuse, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Missing Link is committed to Equal Opportunities. *Due to the specific requirements of this role, this post is exempt under the Equality Act (2010), Part 1, Schedule 9 (Genuine Occupational Requirement.)