Z2K is an anti-poverty charity which combines direct casework and representation for Londoners experiencing, or at risk of, poverty with national campaigning for social security and housing systems that work for all. We work collaboratively as a team of eighteen paid staff and a wide range of volunteers who work across all our projects and support services.
Z2K are delighted to advertise the role of Casework Assistant to join our Casework Team. The role is offered as part of a partnership project with South West London Law Centres, a legal advice charity with offices across Wandsworth, Merton and Croydon.
About You
We are looking for a committed and proactive individual with knowledge and experience of providing benefits casework that meets quality standards and achieves performance targets. You will have gained experience of benefits advice and casework through paid or other voluntary experience. You will demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, have a commitment to working with communities who are highly disadvantaged and a passion for helping people to overcome homelessness and poverty. You will have the ability to interview, advise, and work with service users empathetically, and have a willingness to try new tasks and support the wider team with policy work and online communication such as blogs and case studies. From time to time you may be asked to work outside of usual working hours.
This post is a fixed term contract ending 30th June 2021 working full time. We are currently working remotely in line with government guidance. If guidance changes the role will be based in Westminster.
All applications must include reference to the essential requirements outlined in the personal specification.
Interviews will include a written test to check key competencies as well as an interview with a panel.
Deadline for application: 1st February 2021 by midday
Interview date: 10th February 2021
Unfortunately due to the volume of applications we receive, we will be unable to contact prospective applicants if they are not shortlisted for an interview. We will be contacting shortlisted applicants before the interview date. If you have not heard back by 14th February then please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
As an organisation assessing applicants’ suitability for positions which are included in the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order using criminal record checks processed through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), The Zacchaeus 2000 Trust (Z2K) complies fully with the code of practice and undertakes to treat all applicants for positions fairly.
Funded by the National Lottery Community Fund
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Oasis Charitable Trust is a multi-national charity supporting young people and their families in 9 countries worldwide. Our vision is for building healthy communities: places where everyone is included, making a contribution and reaching their full potential.
Due to a successful funding bid, Oasis is now searching for a Project Coordinator to provide inspiring leadership with a new team of Youth Support Workers and volunteers on a groundbreaking project, supporting A&E Departments in the Greater Manchester area in reducing the harm to young people from violence. As this is a new project we are also recruiting for Youth Development Workers and an Administrator.
Key responsibilities for the Project Coordinator will be:
- Ensuring successful implementation of the Oasis Navigator pilot project.
- Working with safeguarding children teams to assess the needs of the vulnerable young people
- Building capacity of Emergency Department and Urgent Care staff with training and developing systems.
- Being responsible for securing funding for the project’s continuation and expansion
- Supervise and manage the Oasis Navigator team and volunteers
Amongst other requirements, the successful post holder must have:
- A relevant qualification in Youth & Community (JNC) or Teaching (QTS) or Social Work (QSW) at DipHE level or above OR able to demonstrate relevant experience.
- Proven experience working with young people ‘at risk’.
- Reliability, with a flexible approach to changes in circumstance and able to work unsocial hours
- Experience of project management, budget management and presentation skills.
This is an exciting opportunity to inspire and lead a new project, making a difference to communities on a local level, while individually improving the life chances of young people. As part of the package, Oasis offers:
- A pension scheme, currently offering 7% employer contribution
- A generous holiday allowance, starting at 25 days per year (plus 8 Bank Holidays)
- A supportive, friendly work environment, with flexible working arrangements
If you are interested in this position, please download the documents from this page or visit the Oasis UK charity website (CVs alone will not be accepted).
Completed applications should be returned by 9am Monday 25th January 2021.
Interviews will take place on 11th & 12th February 2021 (possibly in person or online)
FULL TIME, 40 HOURS PER WEEK (1 FTE)
FIXED TERM CONTRACT TO MARCH 2022
SALARY: £27,099 - £30,033 p.a. (plus 7% non-contributory pension)
LOCATION: GREATER MANCHESTER
Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.
Oasis supports Equal Opportunities. Registered Charity No. 1026487
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Support Worker
As well as our existing contracts, we expect to launch a number of new projects in 2021 and so are looking for people who can commit to full or part time hours (3 days per week) for three months (and possibly longer) as well as bank staff.
Support Worker Responsibilities:
As we are looking for bank staff as well as those who can make a firmer commitment to part-time or full-time hours, this is an ideal opportunity for anyone studying, with caring responsibilities or who already has a part-time job and we would welcome a discussion on how this work could fit around the other commitments in your life. As well as offering flexible working from the start of your employment, our staff benefits include access to mental and emotional health support via our partner agencies and opportunities to further develop your skills, including by our own excellent in-house training. Our culture is open and we encourage everyone to contribute to the direction of the organisation. Successful candidates will have to undertake a DBS check.
Support Worker Requirements:
To be considered for this role, you must be qualified in Information Advice & Guidance (IAG) to level 3 or have an equivalent qualification or have at least one year’s experience of IAG in a role supporting / mentoring clients to develop a plan to improve their situations. You should be a great communicator with a naturally coaching style and the ability to provide a service that is welcoming to all. You will have insight into the needs of vulnerable people from diverse backgrounds and understand the need for confidentiality when working with personal information.
You must be a competent user of IT, including email and using the Internet, as well an organised administrator. It is absolutely essential that you share our values. It would be helpful if you have an understanding of discrimination and equality and diversity issues, including those not set out in law such as the ‘poverty premium’. An understanding of housing rights would also be an advantage..
The ability to speak Arabic, Bengali, French, Gujurati, Polish, Punjabi, Romanian or the language of another group that is affected by financial and digital exclusion would be an advantage.
About Clean Slate Training & Employment CIC :
Clean Slate is an exciting and innovative social enterprise working towards a world where everyone can provide for themselves and their families, where society addresses everyone’s needs and where it does not cost more to be poor. We believe in fair opportunity for all so anyone willing and able can access employment. We enable people to improve their financial wellbeing, supporting them to access the help they need to manage their money well and find work. Clean Slate, in partnership with Quids In! magazine, is re-writing the rulebook on helping low income households to become better off.
Clean Slate is expanding. We are looking for Support Workers to join our team to support us in delivering remote services for people who are struggling with their finances: the risk of debt, rent arrears and ultimately even homelessness. You will make contact with new referrals by phone and email and provide information, support and guidance, including signposting them to specialist advice and regulated bodies. You will help people to use digital tools to be better off. You will support clients to build their skills, take control of their finances and find employment. You will work with partner agencies and statutory bodies in the local area and will assist us with the money skills and employment workshops and training run by our tutors.
Location: London
Salary: £25,650 per year including London Weighting, £22,500 per year for applicants based outside London, Pro rata for part-time hours
Type: Full Time, Part Time and Bank Staff, 3 months Fixed Term Contract
You may have experience of the following: Support Worker, Care Staff, Residential Care Worker, Challenging Behaviour, Social Care Worker, Community Services, Care Assistant, Healthcare Assistant etc.
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