Our advisers are responsible for deliver information and advice to older people, their families and carers, in the London Borough of Southwark. Subject matters for information and advice will include welfare benefits, housing options and community care. This role is part of the Information and Advice team within our Ageing Well Southwark partnership.

Age UK Lewisham and Southwark aims to empower and enable older people to lead fulfilled lives by:

• Providing services and support that address poverty and isolation
• Protecting the human rights of local older people
• Promoting health and wellbeing
• Connecting older people with their communities
• Working positively with partners across all sectors

Our work is shaped by our values:

• We recognise older people as individuals with diverse talents and needs.
• We are fair and equal as a service provider, employer and partner.
• We are opposed to ageism in all forms.
• We are collaborative in our approach to work.
• We are a dynamic, credible, trusted and sustainable organisation

SUPPORT PLANNER, RUSSELL HOUSE, NEWARK, PERMANENT, 37 HPW, FRWK06 £19,334 - £21,415

Russell House provides temporary accommodation for single homeless people aged 16 years and above and have a local connection to the Newark and Sherwood area. 

The service is made up of 15 self-contained units and is staffed 24 hours a day by support workers.  The aim of the service is to provide a safe secure environment for our residents and work with them to achieve goals identified in their support plan before they move on to more permanent accommodation.

We are looking for reliable and self-motivated candidates who have experience of working within an accommodation based service. An understanding of the issues facing people affected by homelessness, and an awareness of the support needs the client group presents with is essential. You will be preparing support plans to support service users achieve objectives.

The main functions of the role are:
• To ensure that clients and the building are safe and secure
• To build the skills and confidence of service users to empower them in maximising their independence
• To contribute to the achievement of contractual service obligations
• To work in partnership with other agencies to maximise service delivery
• To prepare documented assessments and support plans with service users

Preference - driver with a vehicle

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.

To protect the health & wellbeing of those receiving support from Framework, colleagues and the wider community, any job offer is conditional upon the prospective post-holder having been vaccinated against Covid-19, or agreeing to do so during the first six months in the post, except where such a requirement would be unreasonable in the circumstances.

98% 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.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

Support Worker

No experience required!

We are considering Full, part time and Bank hours staff for these positions.

Flexibility is important for this role to cover a range of shift patterns which are on a rota system.

The way our shifts work is you will do a sleep shift paid at £8.91 per hour and then work the day shift after your sleep shift at £9.25 per hour.

As a Support Worker with Leonard Cheshire you will assist with daily tasks including personal care, medication and assistance at mealtimes, motivating and encouraging choice and participation.

You don't need any specific qualifications or experience although experience of providing personal care in a Support Worker, Care Assistant or Health Care Assistant is advantageous. You will receive training and support to build your skills, experience and career.

You will be passionate about giving high standards of care, have good interpersonal skills and be able to work well as part of a team.

In return we offer a great range of employee schemes and benefits, including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Choice to buy or sell annual leave.
• Free Blue Light card (qualifying front line roles).
• Access to a cash health plan.
• Discounted tariffs with 02.
• Cycle to Work.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Disability Leave.

This role is subject to the requirements of The Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) (Amendment) (Coronavirus) Regulations 2021. Appointment is conditional on successful applicants providing evidence to our satisfaction that they are, or will be vaccinated by 11 November 2021, or are exempt from vaccination due to clinical reasons.

Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from people with a disability, supporting where possible, your requirements for reasonable adjustments.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post. References will be obtained for all roles.

Shortlisting for this role may take place as applications are received. We therefore reserve the right to close this vacancy once suitable candidates have been appointed.

Location: Cranford Avenue - Weymouth, Dorset Learning Disability Supported Living - Dorchester, Weymouth
Employment type: Permanent
Job type: Full time, part time & occasional hours
Salary: £9.25 per hour

Closing Date: 22 November 2021

* No agencies please *

You may have experience of the following: Support Worker, Care Worker, Care Assistant, Healthcare Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Community Support Worker, Disability, Disabilities, Care Staff, Charity, Charities, Not for Profit, NFP, Third Sector, Autism, Behavioural Support, etc.

Ref: 103 963

SUPPORT PLANNER, MICHAEL VARNAM HOUSE, NOTTINGHAM, PERMANENT, 22.2 HPW, FRWK06 £19,334 - £21,415 FTE (PRO-RATA £11,600 - £12,849)

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a vibrant team working with homeless people with substance misuse issues.

Michael Varnam House is a gated community comprising of 16 self-contained flats and two en-suite community supported detoxification beds housed within beautifully landscaped gardens located on the north side of Nottingham city in the Arboretum.

The team are trained in delivering Smart Recovery group work which is a CBT based recovery model. 

In conjunction with Frameworks Last Orders we manage an NHS community detox facility for Nottingham City residents.

The hours will involve shift work on a rota.

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.

To protect the health & wellbeing of those receiving support from Framework, colleagues and the wider community, any job offer is conditional upon the prospective post-holder having been vaccinated against Covid-19, or agreeing to do so during the first six months in the post, except where such a requirement would be unreasonable in the circumstances.

98% 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.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

SUPPORT WORKER, SOMEWHERE SAFE TO STAY, NOTTINGHAM, 29.6 HPW, FRWK03 £17,189 - £18,661 (PRO-RATA: £13,751 - £14,928)

The Somewhere Safe to Stay is a welcoming 6-bed HMO for clients who have either been rough sleeping or threatened by rough sleeping in Nottingham City. Our main aim is to rapidly re-house clients into safe, quality and permanent accommodation within a 10-day framework. Within that framework we will look to support whatever needs the client may be experiencing, such as substance misuse, mental well-being and illness, offending, domestic abuse/violence and culturally specific barriers. We work with a diverse range of clients, from UK nationals, EU nationals and non-EU nationals. 

The mission of Framework is end homelessness and tackle disadvantage, and we want individuals who share this ethos to help the team here at the SStS as a support worker, joining a team of diverse individuals who all share that common mission. Values such as empathy and compassion mixed with strong inter-personal skills and initiative is a skill-set that we require. 

We are looking for candidates who can communicate with people in a friendly and welcoming manner. We are looking for a resilient, reliable, self-motivated candidates who can demonstrate an understanding of the issues facing those affected by homelessness. An awareness of the support needs of our client group is essential.

The main function of the role will be:

• Supporting clients on a day to day basis building up professional relationships, with the ultimate aim of rapidly re-housing clients. 
• To work closely with other support workers in managing the needs of our clients
• To work closely with the support planner and team leader in delivering the service’s aims
• To ensure the safety and security of the clients and the building
• To build the skills and confidence of clients to empower them in maximising their independence
• To contribute to the achievement of contractual service obligations
• To carry out domestic tasks around the service to maintain a clean/welcoming environment.
• To work in partnership with other agencies to maximise service delivery
• To conduct welfare checks in a timely manner, and record all interventions with clients
• To support clients with a range of needs, from homelessness, mental well-being and health, substance misuse, offending, domestic abuse/violence and cultural barriers
• To work supporting a diverse range of clients, from UK nationals to Non-EEA nationals. 

Shift pattern is 4 days a week. The shifts are 8am to 4pm and 12pm to 8pm. Includes weekend working but every other weekend you have off.

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.

To protect the health & wellbeing of those receiving support from Framework, colleagues and the wider community, any job offer is conditional upon the prospective post-holder having been vaccinated against Covid-19, or agreeing to do so during the first six months in the post, except where such a requirement would be unreasonable in the circumstances.

98% 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.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

An exciting part - time opportunity at CPSL Mind.

Perinatal Project Worker
Based in Peterborough
21 hours per week
27 days annual leave (pro rata) plus Bank Holidays
NJC Salary Scale Point 12
Salary: £12,422.48 per annum for 21 hours per week (£22,183.00 per annum - Full Time Equivalent)

CPSL Mind is a progressive and expanding mental health charity, working across Cambridgeshire, Peterborough and South Lincolnshire. 

We are seeking an enthusiastic, committed and passionate Perinatal Project Worker for our exceptionally highly regarded service working with pregnant women and new mums who are experiencing (or are at risk of experiencing) mental health issues.

The successful post-holder will work as part of the Perinatal team to deliver Mums Matter and Connecting Mums courses, facilitate peer support groups and offer support mums on a one to one basis where appropriate.

This post requires a female applicant and is therefore exempt under schedule 9, part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

Closing date: 8th November 2021, 9 am
Interviews: W/C 15th November 2021

To Apply and for More Information:

If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website where you can complete your application for this position. 

CPSL Mind are committed to safeguarding all children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We will only accept complete applications, which should include Application Form, Covering Letter and completed Equality & Diversity Monitoring Form.

Charity number: 265087

No agencies please. 

Support Worker

(Assessment and Referral)

Closing date:          24th October 2021

Aim of the role: Assessment and referral of customers.

Salary:                  £24,401  per annum

Location:           Croydon (across 3 sites)

Contract: Fixed term till end of March 2022

Hours:                37.5 hours per week on a 5 day rota. Working on shifts which include early mornings, late, evening. (Flexibility required for weekends and occasional nights when needed)

Benefits:

As part of your employment package with us, we offer:

• a competitive salary, comprehensive training and development programme, 
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing each year to 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays after 5 years 
• option to buy or sell annual leave up to one week’s annual leave
• a health cash plan providing cash back towards healthcare bills and other wellbeing benefits
• occupational sick pay
• contributory group pension scheme
• free life assurance
• cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans

About the Role

Evolve Housing + Support are recruiting for two support and assessment workers, to join the team at the  Somewhere Safe to Stay hub (SStS). The Hub acts as a short-term assessment and sleep space for those both at risk of immediate rough sleeping and as a response to those verified as rough sleeping in London Borough of Croydon. It will divert those at immediate risk of rough sleeping and provide “Somewhere Safe to Stay” with intensive move on support.

About You

As an Assessment and Referral Support Worker you will support people accessing the Staying Safe Hub to identify their appropriate housing options, and to access this quickly to prevent homelessness or rough sleeping. You will carry out initial assessment and address immediate needs for people presenting at the Hub ensuring access to health care where necessary, and that basic needs are met. You will identify housing options and the most appropriate pathway, and complete the necessary referral forms, housing applications, benefits forms or other processes in order to effect resettlement. You will act as the link between the people we work with and a range of local authority, community and voluntary sector providers.

A+R Support Workers will work across 3 sites in Croydon  and within the local community to support the people we work with. We recognise that working with people who are disengaged and vulnerable can be very stressful. On top of one to one meetings with your line manager, we offer access to an employee assistance programme and regular facilitated reflective practice sessions.

About Evolve Housing + Support

Evolve is a leading homelessness charity in London, providing housing and support to over 2,000 people each year.  Our aim is to help children, young people and adults who are homeless or at risk of homelessness to become independent and resilient.  We believe in building on people’s strengths, aspirations, and goals to help them break the cycle of homelessness.

We offer a programme of support tailored to meet people’s individual needs, including housing, employment and skills training, mentoring and counselling. We work with young parents and children at risk of exclusion to build the skills and resilience that can help prevent homelessness. We campaign to end street homelessness. We build affordable homes to help people move on to an independent life.

Your application

Evolve Housing + Support is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all sections of the community, including people who have experienced homelessness themselves.

Please ensure that your answers give a clear outline of how your application meets the criteria for this job.

SUPPORT WORKER, THE LEVEL INPATIENT DETOX UNIT, NOTTINGHAM, PERMANENT, 37 HPW, FRWK03 £17,189 - £18,661

SUPPORT WORKER REQUIRED FOR SPECIALIST INPATIENT DETOX UNIT IN NOTTINGHAM

Framework Housing Association is the lead provider of drug and alcohol treatment within Nottingham City and is excited to be able to offer this unique opportunity to work within a specialised service. 

Framework is looking to appoint a Support worker for its Inpatient Detox Unit The Level. You will join our team of Doctors, Nurses, Support Workers and Therapy staff - providing high standards of care and support to Service users looking to change their relationship with drugs and alcohol. The Level is a CQC registered facility located in Nottingham.

Excellent communication skills are essential alongside experience of working with vulnerable people. 

Please note Support Workers are required to work shifts over a 24 hour period, over a 7 day week. 

The Level is  CQC registered Care Home, and the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) have amended the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 so that, from 11 November 2021, all care home workers will need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless they have an exemption.

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.

98% 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.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

Take the lead in promoting resilience approaches to improve mental well-being and resilience for children, young people and their families, supporting them to develop and acquire the skills and resources to make positive changes to achieve better outcomes in life.

We are looking for someone who can work proactively on their own initiative and in partnership, to provide and deliver one to one support, family support, group work, self-management courses and awareness raising activities in a variety of settings, to individuals, groups and different audiences.

SUPPORT WORKER, FRWK03 £17,189 - £18,661

Do you want to be able to feel proud of who you work for? 98% of our team said they feel just that, come and join us!

You may want to work with others to help people create a better future for themselves, if so, we have the opportunity for a position of Support Worker within the Floating Support Team that could be just what you’re looking for. 

We work with people who are at risk of homelessness by providing individual advice and support in their own accommodation for periods of up to six months. Our aim is to meet their support needs and help the individual overcome challenges which could result in homelessness. 

The position delivers this support across the districts of Boston and South Holland, creating unique bonds with not only the clients, but other professionals and agencies. If you’ve got some similar experience then that’s great but if not then we’ll give you all the skills, knowledge and qualifications you need. 

We are looking for people who can bring some of these skills and attribute to the team;

• Caring and compassionate
• Want to help others achieve their potential 
• Want to be part of a fast-paced team
• Flexible to work within timescales
• Adaptable to change 
• Some basic IT skills

In exchange we’ll offer you a rich and varied work life where no two days are the same and you can have a genuine positive impact on someone’s life. 

We work in an environment that will stretch you both personally and professionally, all you need to do is bring your natural ability to get on with people, we’ll provide you with the support and space needed to develop in ways you never realised you could. 

Our work pattern is Monday-Friday (9am – 5pm), although on some occasions service users may have needs that fall outside of the 9-5 schedule. This means that if you give us what we need in terms of reliability and commitment, we can often offer you a working pattern that is flexible to meet the client’s needs, and gives you the flexibility to meet the needs that the rest of your life gives you. 

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.

To protect the health & wellbeing of those receiving support from Framework, colleagues and the wider community, any job offer is conditional upon the prospective post-holder having been vaccinated against Covid-19, or agreeing to do so during the first six months in the post, except where such a requirement would be unreasonable in the circumstances.

98% 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.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

Support Worker

New Opportunity - We will be holding Recruitment days in our service for suitable applicants. A member of our team will be in touch to let you know the time and date and what to bring with you. 

Days/Nights/Full time/Part time

Support Worker

Oakwood is an acquired brain injury unit based in Offerton, Stockport. You will be supporting individuals living with the effects of an acquired brain injury or associated neurological conditions.

Duties will include:

•  Assistance with care and personal support
•  Supporting daily living tasks and activities with service users in order to support them to attain their full potential, maximise options available and encourage choice, participation and motivation,
•  Follow goals and interventions set by our therapists
•  Dispensing of medication
•  Keeping accurate and up to date records
•  Accessing the community with service users
•  Dealing with challenging behaviours
•  Maintaining health and wellbeing of service users
•  Moving and handling tasks
•  General cleaning duties
•  Supporting of new team members
•  Full training will be given.

About you:

To be successful in this role you will need:

•  To be compassionate, creative and honest.
•  People person and have a genuine interest in improving the lives of vulnerable adults.
•  To bring great positive energy
•  To work well as part of a team.
•  To be flexible in order to support the needs of the service
•  To demonstrate a commitment to Leonard Cheshire’s ethos and values.

We offer a wide range of employee rewards and benefits including:

•  Contributory company pension scheme with competitive life cover benefit.
•  Substantial and flexible annual leave, with the option to buy or sell (salary sacrifice).
•  Discounted tariffs with 02.
•  Blue Light card discount for front line care workers
•  Support worker of the Month reward scheme (in service)
•  Access to great savings and discounts with major UK retailers.
•  Access to cash health plan at very favourable rates.
•  Access to cycle-to-work benefits (salary sacrifice).
•  Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
•  Access to hundreds of courses and qualifications funded by Leonard Cheshire

Leonard Cheshire is the leader in enriching the lives of disabled people. We are the largest disability non-profit organisation in the UK, with around 6,000 employees, supporting over 30,000 disabled people across our global operations.

We offer an environment where you can be part of a team who are passionate making a positive impact on the lives of disabled people. You will have opportunities to learn and grow in your role, building your skills and knowledge in partnership with others.

This role is subject to the requirements of The Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) (Amendment) (Coronavirus) Regulations 2021. Appointment is conditional on successful applicants providing evidence to our satisfaction that they are, or will be vaccinated by 11 November 2021, or are exempt from vaccination due to clinical reasons.

Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from people with a disability, supporting where possible, your requirements for reasonable adjustments.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post. References will be obtained for all roles.

Shortlisting for this role may take place as applications are received. We therefore reserve the right to close this vacancy once suitable candidates have been appointed.

* No agencies please *

Location : Stockport - Oakwood ABI Rehabilitation Service
Employment type : Permanent
Job type: Full time
Salary: £9.92ph/ £19,397 per annum (37.5 hrs pw)

Closing Date: 29 October 2021

You may have experience of the following: Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Care Assistant, Care Provider, Personal Support Worker, Community Support Worker, Disability, Disabilities, Care Staff, charity, not for profit, Brain Injury etc.

Ref: 103 415

Support Worker

Permanent/Full time/Part time/ Days

As a Support Worker/Healthcare Assistant, you will provide a high level of tailored, personal care and support, ensuring the needs of the people who use our services are met in positive and creative ways. You’ll assist with daily tasks including personal care, medication and assistance at mealtimes. Encouraging choice and participation on a day to day basis you will enable our customers to attain their full potential, living the life they choose by.

You will receive ongoing training and development to build your skills, experience and career.

It’s a job that can be challenging at times but is balanced by the unrivalled sense of long-term satisfaction. This is an opportunity to be creative and feel inspired, both by your colleagues and the people you support. It is a career that you can feel proud of!

Our Service:

Godfrey Robinson House, in North Ferriby in Humberside, is home for 19 adults with physical and learning disabilities. We are close to restaurants, pubs, a riding school, a shopping centre, and a village hall. Kingston upon Hull is a short journey away, where you can enjoy the harbour, the Prince Quay Shopping Centre, and museums and galleries.

No experience needed!

You don’t need any specific qualifications or experience although experience of providing personal care is advantageous. You will, however, need plenty of enthusiasm and passion for our work!

To be successful in this role you will need:

•   To be compassionate, creative, and honest and love working with people.
•   To bring great positive energy.
•   To work well as part of a team.
•   To be flexible as we work shifts and weekend working is often required.

We offer a wide range of employee rewards and benefits including:

•   Contributory company pension scheme with competitive life cover benefit.
•   Substantial and flexible annual leave, with the option to buy or sell (salary sacrifice).
•   Free Blue Light card.
•   Discounted tariffs with 02.
•   Access to great savings and discounts with major UK retailers.
•   Access to cash health plan at very favourable rates.
•   Access to cycle-to-work benefits (salary sacrifice).
•   Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.

Leonard Cheshire is the leader in enriching the lives of disabled people. We are the largest disability non-profit organisation in the UK, with around 6,000 employees, supporting over 30,000 disabled people across our global operations.

We offer an environment where you can be part of a team who are passionate making a positive impact on the lives of disabled people. You will have opportunities to learn and grow in your role, building your skills and knowledge in partnership with others.

Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from people with a disability, supporting where possible, your requirements for reasonable adjustments.

This role is subject to the requirements of The Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) (Amendment) (Coronavirus) Regulations 2021. Appointment is conditional on successful applicants providing evidence to our satisfaction that they are, or will be vaccinated by 11 November 2021, or are exempt from vaccination due to clinical reasons.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post. References will be obtained for all roles.

Shortlisting for this role may take place as applications are received. We therefore reserve the right to close this vacancy once suitable candidates have been appointed.

* No agencies please *

Location: Godfrey Robinson House - North Ferriby, East Riding of Yorkshire
Employment type: Permanent
Job type: Full time & part time
Salary: £9.92ph / £19,397 per annum (37.5hrs p/w)

Closing Date: 29 October 2021

You may have experience of the following: Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Care Assistant, Care Provider, Personal Support Worker, Community Support Worker, Disability, Disabilities, Care Staff, Charity, Not for Profit, etc.

Ref: 103 417

Creative Support is a national, fast-growing not-for-profit organization, providing support to individuals with a wide range of care needs. We are currently seeking a highly motivated Senior Support Worker to join our friendly team in Scunthorpe.

We are looking to recruit a motivated and hard-working Senior Support Worker, with the commitment and positive attitude to deliver high-quality support to adults with a learning disability and physical disabilities living in the Scunthorpe area. You will lead the co-ordination and management of a supported living service, supporting people with a learning disability and other needs in their own tenancies in the community. You will demonstrate a warm, caring and empowering approach when visiting people within their own home. 

You will have the vision and flair to lead the staff team to provide the highest standard of person-centred support, in response to the individual needs and preferences of service users. The role will involve direct support, staff development, as well as supervision and joint working with families and outside agencies. You will have the maturity to be able to work within a positive behaviour support framework, to accept responsibility and to grow in confidence as a skilled practitioner. You must be able to follow agreed guidelines and to work positively within a consistent, mutually supportive team ethos. 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 ambitions.

Senior Support Worker Duties Include:

• Carrying out assessments and devise appropriate support plans in full consultation with service users and other agencies,
• Offering support and supervision to any junior or relief staff.
• Developing warm and trusting relationships with service users and to encourage them to express their needs, views and concerns.
• Responding flexibly to changing needs, under the direction of the Manager.

This role offers unique and challenging opportunities, bringing great job satisfaction to those who are looking to make a positive difference to the lives of others. We provide relevant training including accredited health and social care diplomas through our own training academy. You will be required to work in a flexible manner on a rota which includes evenings, weekends and sleep-ins. In addition to opportunities for personal and career development, we offer good conditions of service and a supportive, hands-on management culture.

Are you a caring person with an interest in supporting people to gain a greater quality of life?  Are you an organised and self-motivated person with the ability to lead? If so, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits of working with Creative Support:

• Free 24/7 counselling and employee support programme,
• Competitive pay and a pension with company contribution and 28 days annual leave,
• Company paid enhanced DBS for all staff,
• All our staff are supported 24/7 by our out-of-hours teams,
• Support to complete the nationally recognised Care Certificate and Social Care Diploma.

Creative Support is a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organisation. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Silver award. We actively encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds and cultures.

We expect all applicants to Creative Support to have had at least their first Covid 19 vaccination prior to starting employment with us and to be committed to having the second vaccination within a 3 month period

SUPPORT PLANNER, MICHAEL VARNAM HOUSE, NOTTINGHAM, PERMANENT, 14.8 HPW, FRWK06 £19,334 - £21,415 FTE (PRO-RATA £7,733 - £8,566)

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a vibrant team working with homeless people with substance misuse issues.

Michael Varnam House is a gated community comprising of 16 self-contained flats and two en-suite community supported detoxification beds housed within beautifully landscaped gardens located on the north side of Nottingham city in the Arboretum.

The team are trained in delivering Smart Recovery group work which is a CBT based recovery model. 

In conjunction with Frameworks Last Orders we manage an NHS community detox facility for Nottingham City residents.

The hours will involve shift work on a rota.

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.

To protect the health & wellbeing of those receiving support from Framework, colleagues and the wider community, any job offer is conditional upon the prospective post-holder having been vaccinated against Covid-19, or agreeing to do so during the first six months in the post, except where such a requirement would be unreasonable in the circumstances.

98% 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.

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