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We have an exciting opportunity for an IDVA supporting adolescent to parent/ children to parent violence in Bristol, for 18.75 hours a week.
Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it?
Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care?
If yes, then we'd love to hear from you...
What we offer:
At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including:
- Flexible working options
- 25 days annual leave FTE plus Bank Holidays, rising to 30 days FTE plus Bank Holidays
- Pension with 5% employer contribution
- Enhanced sick pay allowances & maternity payments
- High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment & leisure discounts
- Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance
- Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support
- Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression
About the role:
This role is hybrid working between The Vassall Centre in Bristol and home, with travel around the Avon and Somerset locality to meet with service users.
As the IDVA (APV/CPV) you will:
- Contact, identify & assess the risks and needs of domestic abuse victims
- Manage a caseload of victims of domestic abuse
- Provide advice, information and advocacy
- Develop individual safety plans, explore personal safety, legal and civil options, housing, child contact, health and finance and support for all clients and assist where required through the criminal justice system.
- Support the empowerment of the victim and assist them in recognising the features and dynamics of domestic abuse present in their situation
- Work with local agencies and partners whose services victims may require, such as housing, social services and health providers. Attend the MARAC meetings when required
- Understand the legal framework relating to the protection of children and vulnerable adults, including the policy and procedures of the Local Safeguarding Board.
- Maintain accurate and confidential case management records and contribute to monitoring information for the service.
You will need:
- An excellent and thorough understanding of the impact of domestic abuse on victims and children and the legal and practical remedies available to these clients.
- An understanding of the principles of risk assessment, safety planning and risk management for victims of domestic abuse and their children.
- Experience of direct service delivery to victims of domestic abuse or other vulnerable people.
- Experience of working within a multi-agency and legislative framework.
- Strong crisis management skills and the ability to deal with stressful and difficult situations.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and advisory skills, both written and verbal when interacting with a range of agencies and individuals.
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details
About us:
Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital
force for change.
Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.
Victim Support is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe having a diverse workforce at all levels allows us to represent the communities we serve and connect better with people affected by crime. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We therefore welcome applicants from all communities and monitor the diversity of applicants to analyse if we are representative of the communities we serve in terms of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, age and socio-economic status. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we would particularly welcome applicants from BAME communities.
How to apply:
To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website, and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We looking forward to hearing from you.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.
Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales.
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Head of Quality and Safeguarding
Home-based with travel to Head Office and Family Action services when required
37 hours per week (full-time, 5 days)
The post-holder will be expected to work flexibly to meet the needs of Family Action
Grade 5 point 39-46: £44,983 - £52,087 per annum + £480 homeworking allowance per annum
Permanent Contract
Are you a highly motivated self-starter with excellent communication skills? Do you want to be part of an award winning organisation that makes a difference? If so, Family Action has an exciting opportunity and would love to hear from you.
At Family Action we transform lives by providing practical, emotional and financial support to those who are experiencing poverty, disadvantage and social isolation. We have been building stronger families since 1869 and today we work with more than 60,000 families in over 150 community based services, as well as supporting thousands more through national programmes and grants.
This is an important role in Family Action. As the Head of Quality and Safeguarding, you would take a lead on a range of work streams and projects related to quality, risk and performance. From visiting any one of our 140+ services, helping staff and managers to learn from practice via audit and case reviews, to supporting training delivery, developing quality assurance frameworks that work for our different service types or drafting complex reports for Board members and colleagues, no two days would be the same.
Your role would be varied, exciting and incredibly worthwhile. At its heart is a striving for excellence, maximising outcomes and the need to ensure that children and adults get the right support, of the highest quality at the right time. The main element of this role is the Quality Assurance Framework so you will need to be an excellent auditor and case file reviewer for cases relating to child and family work, and also for services that work solely with adults. This role will moderate audits completed by managers across the organisation so well developed skills in this area are a must.
We are looking for an autodidactic self-starter, who can draw learning from a range of sources, contextually analyse the evidence, recognise the generalisable from the one offs, and piece it all together with strategic finesse. We need someone with substantial experience of frontline and management practice working in services for people. Alongside this, you must have extensive experience of applying comprehensive Quality Assurance processes and using QA as a means of continuous learning and improvement. You would need to be resilient and tenacious; and bring an understanding of the challenges faced by staff and managers, learnt through your direct experience.
Offering both high challenge and high praise; maintaining the sharpest focus on children and adult service users; being their voice and delivering their messages when required; having the utmost integrity and taking people with you on the path to excellence – these are the key attributes and abilities for a role of this nature.
We are committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all that we do and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQIA+ candidates and candidates with disabilities because we are committed to increasing the representation of these groups at Family Action. We know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for families and children and strive for our workforce to be truly representative of the diverse communities we support. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants and will reimburse your travel cost if you attend an interview.
What will we offer you?
We’ll offer you a generous pension scheme and leave entitlements, eye care vouchers, a cycle to work scheme and other great benefits. We are happy to talk flexible working. All roles in Family Action are open to a discussion about possible flexible working options, subject to business needs, and all new starters will have the right to make a flexible working request from day one of employment. We have an excellent wellbeing offer and we will invest in your professional development with on-going quality training and career development opportunities. You’ll join an established, supportive and high-performing service and have the opportunity to thrive in an innovative organisation that values your opinion, encourages learning and has the needs of children and families at its core.
We are forward looking, ambitious and committed to continuous improvement. We are a people focused, can-do organisation, which strives for excellence in all we do and operates with mutual respect. If you share these values and behaviours and have the necessary skills then we look forward to hearing from you.
For an application pack and further information, please see attached or visit the Family Action current vacancies page.
Please email completed applications to the designated email inbox (20), please see advert document.
Closing date: Sunday 11th September 2022 at 23:59 (midnight)
Interview date: Friday 30th September 2022 (Candidates will be notified by email on or before the 19th September 2022 if they are being invited to interview.)
Appointments are subject to Family Action receiving a satisfactory disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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We have an exciting opportunity for an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) to join us working in a safe house in Bristol providing support to male victims and survivors, for 18.75 hours a week.
Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it?
Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care?
If yes, then we'd love to hear from you...
What we offer:
At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including:
- Flexible working options
- 25 days annual leave FTE plus Bank Holidays, rising to 30 days FTE plus Bank Holidays
- Pension with 5% employer contribution
- Enhanced sick pay allowances & maternity payments
- High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment & leisure discounts
- Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance
- Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support
- Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression
About the role:
This role will be based in a safe house in Bristol, with some travel required around the Bristol area.
As an IDVA supporting male victims & survivors you will:
- Contact, identify & assess risks and needs of domestic abuse victims
- Manage a caseload of victims of domestic abuse
- Work with local agencies & partners whose services victims may require, such as housing, social services and health providers.
- Maintain accurate & confidential case management records
- Comply with data protection legislation, confidentiality and information sharing policy and procedures, as well as all legislation connected to your work.
- Provide housing management welcoming new residents, ensuring a supportive, homely and safe environment, complete sign up paperwork & assist with welfare benefits claims, responsible for collection of rent & minimising arrears, ensure rooms are re-let in a timely manner
- Facilitate house meetings encouraging men to participate and to contribute to decisions affecting the management of the houses
You will need:
- An excellent and thorough understanding of the impact of domestic abuse on victims and children and the legal and practical remedies available to these clients.
- An understanding of the principles of risk assessment, safety planning and risk management for victims of domestic abuse and their children.
- Experience of direct service delivery to victims of domestic abuse or other vulnerable people.
- Experience of working within a multi-agency and legislative framework.
- Strong crisis management skills and the ability to deal with stressful and difficult situations.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and advisory skills, both written and verbal when interacting with a range of agencies and individuals.
Please note that we are committed to provide support where victims can choose to be supported by someone of their own gender and so this post is open to male applicants only as being male is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details
About us:
Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital
force for change.
Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.
Victim Support is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe having a diverse workforce at all levels allows us to represent the communities we serve and connect better with people affected by crime. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We therefore welcome applicants from all communities and monitor the diversity of applicants to analyse if we are representative of the communities we serve in terms of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, age and socio-economic status. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we would particularly welcome applicants from BAME communities.
How to apply:
To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website, and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We looking forward to hearing from you.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.
Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales.
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Background
The Insights and Evaluation Team support Dementia UK in building the evidence base for Admiral Nursing through collecting and sharing evidence on the effectiveness of the Admiral Nursing model.
The team also have a role in embedding a culture of evaluation within Admiral Nurse services.
Purpose of Job
The Insights and Evaluation Advisor will be responsible for the collection, analysis and reporting of evidence on the impact of Admiral Nursing and wider Dementia UK activities in line with Dementia UK’s Strategy.
The role will support the Insights and Evaluation Team to develop and maintain a high quality and effective insights and evaluation function within the Charity.
Interviews: 24th and 25th August.
As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, we shortlist on the basis of responses to the application questions only. Although we need a CV, it will not be used to shortlist and so candidates need to make sure they fully answer the questions.
This is an exciting role that will play a key part in the delivery of Cranstoun’s Quality and Governance strategy. Working with the Care, Quality and Governance Manager for audit and compliance you will lead, facilitate and support a range of quality and governance initiatives across the organisation.
You will work closely with all members of the Care, Quality and Governance Team to ensure that we work as a support service to develop safety, quality and governance in all our services so our service users receive the best care and treatment possible.
If you are motivated to make a positive difference, have excellent communication skills, able to manage and prioritise your work alongside working as part of a team, then this is a great opportunity for you. You will have experience of working in quality and governance alongside experience of audit and compliance.
An understanding and experience of ISO 9001 Quality Management System is highly desirable.
This is an exciting time to join Cranstoun as we embark on our new five-year strategy to become a world-class leader in rebuilding lives.
This role is subject to Enhanced DBS check.
Unfortunately, we are unable to accept CVs.
Closing date: Sunday 21 August 2022.
We are an inclusive employer, committed to promoting equality and diversity in all areas of our work.
Registered Charity No. 1061582.
Location: Community Based
Salary: £20,872 - £22,143 actual per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Working Hours: 35 per week
Closing Date: 30 August 2022
Interview Date: TBC (via Zoom/Teams)
Location: This is a community-based role within the North West Sussex area, with availability to work from home
Please note the deadline for submitting applications for this vacancy is midnight on the closing date.
They reserve the right to close this vacancy early if they receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Their Dementia Support Workers work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. They are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. They also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with our client.
This role does not include personal care responsibilities.
About our client
Who they are
Our client is a vital source of support and a powerful force for change for everyone affected by dementia.
What they want
They will not rest until people with dementia and their carers live more fulfilled and less fearful lives, free from stigma and inequality.
What they do
They support people affected by dementia through some of the hardest and most frightening times, to improve their lives and help to avoid crisis.
No matter whoever you are, whatever you’re going through, you can turn to our client for expert support through practical advice, emotional support, and guidance for the best next step
They join forces with people affected by dementia, leading scientists and policy makers, amplifying voices to push for cutting edge breakthroughs and societal change that’ll improve the lives of people affected by dementia, now and in the future
How they do it
They’re the friendly face of support, the warm voice at the end of the phone and the determined minds who will fight passionately for the cause of everyone affected by dementia.
About the role
They have an exciting and rewarding opportunity available for a Dementia Support Worker to join their team within the North West Sussex region.
You will have the rewarding opportunity to provide support and guidance to people with dementia and their carers; helping to maintain their independence, improving their sense of well-being, and putting them in more control of their lives. The service is unique to each service user as it is based upon their personal circumstances and support needs.
- A specialist telephone-based information and navigation service.
- Community based services offering an increased level of support for more complex cases.
- Self-management - their online community (Talking Point) and online service directory are always available 24/7.
- Keeping in Touch Calls - a way of keeping in contact with service users as their journey with dementia progresses.
- Managing referrals, assisting clients in assessing their information and support needs.
- Maintaining a caseload of clients who have dementia or are affected by dementia from appropriate geographical locations.
- The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS.
About you
- Working experience of assessing people face to face with an ability to assess their needs.
- Previous working knowledge of making clinical contacts, and networking with various services and providers to offer the widest range of opportunities to those they support.
- Deliver advice and guidance with a non-judgmental approach.
- Experience and knowledge of working alongside volunteers.
- Able to travel independently across the required region.
- An understanding of dementia and the needs of those living with dementia and their carers would be an advantage, but if you have had experience supporting with other challenges this would be taken into consideration.
Person Specification
- Be passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of those affected by dementia.
- Demonstrate optimism, be engaging, and be a pragmatic individual.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, being approachable and friendly.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Excellent IT skills and ability to use Microsoft packages confidently.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Be able to work collaboratively with other team members if/when required.
You may have experience of the following: Dementia Adviser, Care Assistant, Caseworker, Special Needs Assistant, Social Worker, Social Care, Community Care, Helpline Coordinator, Volunteering Officer, Support Worker, Mental Health, Dementia, etc.
Ref: 135 728
Location: Bath and North East Somerset
Salary: £20,872 - £22,143 pro rata per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Working Hours: 28 Per Week
Closing Date: 23 August 2022
Interview Date: 2nd September 2022
Location: Bath and North East Somerset
Please note the deadline for submitting applications for this vacancy is 12 midday on the closing date.
They reserve the right to close this vacancy early if they receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Their Dementia Support Workers work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. They are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. They also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with our client.
This role does not include personal care responsibilities.
About our client
Who they are
Our client is a vital source of support and a powerful force for change for everyone affected by dementia.
What they want
They will not rest until people with dementia and their carers live more fulfilled and less fearful lives, free from stigma and inequality.
What they do
They support people affected by dementia through some of the hardest and most frightening times, to improve their lives and help to avoid crisis.
No matter whoever you are, whatever you’re going through, you can turn to our client for expert support through practical advice, emotional support, and guidance for the best next step
They join forces with people affected by dementia, leading scientists and policy makers, amplifying voices to push for cutting edge breakthroughs and societal change that’ll improve the lives of people affected by dementia, now and in the future
How they do it
They’re the friendly face of support, the warm voice at the end of the phone and the determined minds who will fight passionately for the cause of everyone affected by dementia.
About the role
They have an exciting new opportunity for a Dementia Support Worker to join their team, covering the Bath and North East Somerset area out in the community and from home. The service is unique to each service user, as it is based on their personal circumstances and individual needs.
- Helping people understand dementia and how to cope with day to day living whilst preparing for the future.
- Offering information and advice to service users in their own home, out in the community, face to face, by phone, letter, email and via online calls.
- Assisting services users to access other support services through signposting and direct referrals.
- Empowering individuals living with dementia to maintain their independence, improving their sense of wellbeing, putting them more in control of their lives and enabling informed decision making.
- Networking and building meaningful relationships with a wide range of local organisations, promoting our client’s services to enable them to reach as many people as possible.
About you
- Possess an understanding of dementia and the needs of those living with dementia and their families.
- An ability to assess and evaluate client needs.
- An understanding of the need for client confidentially.
- Good organisation and time-management skills.
- A non-judgmental approach with the ability to work collaboratively.
- Identify safeguarding concerns and take appropriate action in line with policy and procedures.
- Able to travel independently within the Bath and North East Somerset area.
- Have experience of working with statutory and voluntary agencies (desirable).
Person Specification
- Be passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of those affected by dementia.
- Demonstrate optimism, be engaging, and be a pragmatic individual.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, being approachable and friendly.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Excellent IT skills and ability to use Microsoft packages confidently.
- Be able to work collaboratively with other team members if/when required.
There will be a three-month induction / probation programme, access to training and peer support and regular one to ones with your line manager. You will also be able to benefit from a company pension and wellbeing services including Bupa Health Plan and online reward platform.
You may have experience of the following: Dementia Adviser, Care Assistant, Caseworker, Special Needs Assistant, Social Worker, Social Care, Community Care, Helpline Coordinator, Volunteering Officer, Support Worker, Mental Health, Dementia, etc.
Ref: 135 559
Location: Havering
Salary: £20,872 - £22,143 per annum (depending on skills and experience) plus London Allowance of £3,600 if applicable
Working Hours: 35 per week
Closing Date: 22 August 2022
Interview Date: TBC
Location: Community Based in the London borough of Havering
Please note the deadline for submitting applications for this vacancy is 12pm on the closing date.
They reserve the right to close this vacancy early if they receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Their Dementia Support Workers work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. They are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. They also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with our client.
This role does not include personal care responsibilities.
About our client
Who they are
Our client is a vital source of support and a powerful force for change for everyone affected by dementia.
What they want
They will not rest until people with dementia and their carers live more fulfilled and less fearful lives, free from stigma and inequality.
What they do
They support people affected by dementia through some of the hardest and most frightening times, to improve their lives and help to avoid crisis.
No matter whoever you are, whatever you’re going through, you can turn to our client for expert support through practical advice, emotional support, and guidance for the best next step
They join forces with people affected by dementia, leading scientists and policy makers, amplifying voices to push for cutting edge breakthroughs and societal change that’ll improve the lives of people affected by dementia, now and in the future
How they do it
They’re the friendly face of support, the warm voice at the end of the phone and the determined minds who will fight passionately for the cause of everyone affected by dementia.
About the role
They have an exciting new opportunity for a Dementia Support Worker to join their team. This is a great opportunity to join the start of a new Dementia Support service in London Borough of Havering.
They are looking for applicants to provide support to people living with dementia and their carers helping to maintain their independence, improving their sense of well-being, and putting them in more control of their lives.
The successful applicant will provide information and support in people’s homes and at locations across London Borough of Havering.
About you
- Possess NVQ level 3 (or equivalent) or demonstrable experience.
- An understanding of dementia and an ability to work inclusively with people affected.
- Good organisation skills.
- An understanding of the need for client confidentially.
- A non-judgmental approach with the ability to work collaboratively.
- Able to travel independently within the service area.
- Have experience of working with statutory and voluntary agencies (desirable).
Person Specification
- Be passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of those affected by dementia.
- Demonstrate optimism, be engaging, and be a pragmatic individual.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, being approachable and friendly.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Great organisational skills to manage your caseload of clients effectively.
- Excellent IT skills and ability to use Microsoft packages confidently.
- Be able to work collaboratively with other team members if/when required.
You may have experience of the following: Dementia Adviser, Care Assistant, Caseworker, Special Needs Assistant, Social Worker, Social Care, Community Care, Helpline Coordinator, Volunteering Officer, Support Worker, Mental Health, Dementia, etc.
Ref: 135 557
Location: Newcastle
Salary: £20,872 - £22,143 actual per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Working Hours: 35 per week
Closing Date: 02 September 2022
Interview Date: 9th and 13th September 2022 (via Zoom)
Location: Community Based in Newcastle upon Tyne and Gateshead
Please note the deadline for submitting applications for this vacancy is 12pm on the closing date.
They reserve the right to close this vacancy early if they receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Their Dementia Support Workers work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. They are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. They also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with our client.
This role does not include personal care responsibilities.
About our client
Who they are
Our client is a vital source of support and a powerful force for change for everyone affected by dementia.
What they want
They will not rest until people with dementia and their carers live more fulfilled and less fearful lives, free from stigma and inequality.
What they do
They support people affected by dementia through some of the hardest and most frightening times, to improve their lives and help to avoid crisis.
No matter whoever you are, whatever you’re going through, you can turn to our client for expert support through practical advice, emotional support, and guidance for the best next step
They join forces with people affected by dementia, leading scientists and policy makers, amplifying voices to push for cutting edge breakthroughs and societal change that’ll improve the lives of people affected by dementia, now and in the future
How they do it
They’re the friendly face of support, the warm voice at the end of the phone and the determined minds who will fight passionately for the cause of everyone affected by dementia.
About the role
They are hoping to welcome an approachable and knowledgeable Dementia Support Worker to work in the Norfolk & Waveney area. With them, you will have the rewarding opportunity to provide support and guidance to people with dementia and their carers; helping to maintain their independence, improving their sense of well-being, and putting them in more control of their lives.
This role supports people pre and post diagnosis, where they interact compassionately face to face, by telephone and virtually to give people the tools and knowledge to make informed decisions about their future. You will also assist service users to access other services, by signposting and referring.
You will provide community based, face to face services for an increased level of support for more complex cases. Managing referrals, assisting clients in assessing their information and support needs in a person-centred manner is also key to this role.
About you
You will:
- Have working experience of supporting people virtually and face to face with an ability to assess their needs.
- Be able to deliver advice and guidance with a non-judgmental approach
- Have strong organisational and time management skills to manage your caseload of clients effectively.
- Be able to travel independently.
- Have an understanding of dementia and the needs of those living with dementia and their carers.
Person Specification
You will:
- Be passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of those affected by dementia.
- Demonstrate optimism, be engaging, and be a pragmatic individual.
- Have excellent interpersonal skills, being approachable and friendly.
- Have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Have great organisational skills to manage your caseload of clients effectively.
- Have excellent IT skills and ability to use Microsoft packages confidently.
- Be able to work collaboratively with other team members if/when required.
You may have experience of the following: Dementia Adviser, Care Assistant, Caseworker, Special Needs Assistant, Social Worker, Social Care, Community Care, Helpline Coordinator, Volunteering Officer, Support Worker, Mental Health, Dementia, etc.
Ref: 135 634
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Community based - Hertfordshire
Salary: £20,872 - £22,143 pro rata, per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Working Hours: 28 Per Week
Closing Date: 23 August 2022
Interview Date: TBC (via Zoom/Teams)
Location: Community Based in Essex and Hertfordshire, with particular focus on the Hertfordshire Area - Flexible hours that work within the contracted service will be considered.
Hours: 28 per week
Please note the deadline for submitting applications for this vacancy is 5pm on the closing date.
They reserve the right to close this vacancy early if they receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Their Dementia Support Workers work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. They are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. They also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with our client.
This role does not include personal care responsibilities.
About our client
Who they are
Our client is a vital source of support and a powerful force for change for everyone affected by dementia.
What they want
They will not rest until people with dementia and their carers live more fulfilled and less fearful lives, free from stigma and inequality.
What they do
They support people affected by dementia through some of the hardest and most frightening times, to improve their lives and help to avoid crisis.
No matter whoever you are, whatever you’re going through, you can turn to our client for expert support through practical advice, emotional support, and guidance for the best next step
They join forces with people affected by dementia, leading scientists and policy makers, amplifying voices to push for cutting edge breakthroughs and societal change that’ll improve the lives of people affected by dementia, now and in the future
How they do it
They’re the friendly face of support, the warm voice at the end of the phone and the determined minds who will fight passionately for the cause of everyone affected by dementia.
About the role
They are hoping to welcome an approachable and knowledgeable Dementia Support Worker to work in the Hertfordshire area. With them, you will have the rewarding opportunity to provide support and guidance to people with dementia and their carers; helping to maintain their independence, improving their sense of well-being, and putting them in more control of their lives.
This role supports people after their diagnosis at memory clinics or in their homes, where they interact compassionately face to face, by telephone and virtually to give people the tools and knowledge to make informed decisions about their future.
You will also assist service users to access other services, by signposting and referring, as well as support the facilitation of Time limited peer support sessions. You will provide community based, face to face services for an increased level of support for more complex cases. Managing referrals, assisting clients in assessing their information and support needs in a person-centred manner is also key to this role.
About you
Working experience of assessing people face to face with an ability to assess their needs.
Deliver advice and guidance with a non-judgmental approach
Strong organisational and time management skills to manage your caseload of clients effectively.
Able to travel independently across Essex and Hertfordshire but with particular focus around Hertfordshire.
An understanding of dementia and the needs of those living with dementia and their carers would be an advantage but if you have had experience supporting with other challenges this would be taken into consideration.
Person Specification
- Be passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of those affected by dementia.
- Demonstrate optimism, be engaging, and be a pragmatic individual.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, being approachable and friendly.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Great organisational skills to manage your caseload of clients effectively.
- Excellent IT skills and ability to use Microsoft packages confidently.
- Be able to work collaboratively with other team members if/when required.
If you would like to speak to a Dementia Adviser who is currently carrying out this role to see if it is for you, please get in touch.
You may have experience of the following: Dementia Adviser, Care Assistant, Caseworker, Special Needs Assistant, Social Worker, Social Care, Community Care, Helpline Coordinator, Volunteering Officer, Support Worker, Mental Health, Dementia, etc.
Ref: 135 142
The Role
At the Royal British Legion, we believe in building on potential. As an Independent Living Advisor your ability to provide advice, support and advocacy for beneficiaries living with long term illness, continuing care or disabilities, or caring for someone with these conditions, helping them to access statutory support could have a real impact on people’s lives.
At its heart, RBL is a people organisation. People who want to do the very best for others, while at the same time making the most of the opportunities and experiences we offer them.
We are the country’s largest Armed Forces charity, with 210,000 members, 50,000 volunteers and a network of partners and charities; helping us give support wherever and whenever it’s needed.
As an Independent Living Advisor, you will be responsible for providing advice, support and advocacy for beneficiaries living with long term illness, continuing care or disabilities, or caring for someone with these conditions.
If successful, the main duties of your role will be:
- Provide a comprehensive community-based independent living advice service to beneficiaries who are experiencing difficulties with day-to-day living, mobility, and self-care (or those caring for someone in this situation), advising on the suitable options available to them through statutory, charitable, and private sources via a mixture of face-to-face, telephone and email interactions.
- Conduct assessment of clients, using input from Occupational Therapists and other professionals as necessary, to establish their eligibility for health and social care services in their area.
- Providing a person-centred support service within a designated region to include home visits, outreach activities in local communities and home working as required.
- Support a diverse caseload of beneficiaries providing advice, guidance and support on matters relating to Direct Payments, Independent Living Fund, Personal Budgets, Individual Budgets, Disability Advocacy, Personal Health Budgets, Disabled Facilities Grants, Minor Adaptations funding and any other funding streams as appropriate.
- Identify, research and source the services that are required to achieve the desired outcomes and contribute to the maintenance of an up-to-date resource directory of service provision within the locality
- Liaise with Occupational Therapists, commercial providers, statutory agencies and other RBL services to ensure beneficiaries receive benefits, mobility aids and home or work adaptations, home care and home support services, as necessary.
Please note this role is homebased with some requirements to travel across the Midlands area.
About the Royal British Legion – Careers in Advice and Welfare
Across the country, in every city and on every street, the RBL is there to support our Armed Forces community.
Every day, everyone in our Advice and Welfare teams dedicate themselves to bettering the lives of those in this community.
Be it a conversation about financial support, physical and mental wellbeing, employment, housing, independent living or social support – working in these teams means the time you’d spend with those who need our help, and the advice you’d offer, could have a profound effect on their lives.
It's this mission, this scale, this challenge and the values we all live by, that makes the RBL such a fulfilling place to thrive.
We also want those who need our support to be able to get it when they need it, and from those best placed to give it. Which is why we’ve invested in multi-channel support services.
So, if you want to give your days meaning. To put your passion into a role with real impact. To support people and be supported yourself. In an inclusive team that faces every challenge together. Whatever your interests and ambitions, we think you’ll find a role here that works for you, with career opportunities right across the UK.
Diversity Statement
We believe that the compassion, understanding and service we show each, and every individual customer should be reflected in the way we all support, respect and include every individual who works with us.
It’s because of this that we have strived hard to create a One Legion culture that we can all feel part of and succeed in. It’s why we make sure that you have the opportunities you need to learn and develop. It’s why we’re invested in making RBL a truly inclusive place to work, where everyone can be themselves. It’s why you’re welcome, whoever you might be.
It’s why we welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
How to Apply
Please click ‘Apply Online’
Closing date for this role is: Sunday August 21st
We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to complete and submit your application form as soon as possible.
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Location: Norwich Services
Salary: £20,872 - £22,143 actual per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Working Hours: 35 per week
Closing Date: 02 September 2022
Interview Date: 14th & 15th September - Virtual Interviews
Location: Hybrid role – Home based in Norfolk and Waveney, with work out in the community
Please note the deadline for submitting applications for this vacancy is 12pm on the closing date.
They reserve the right to close this vacancy early if they receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Their Dementia Support Workers work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. They are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. They also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with our client.
This role does not include personal care responsibilities.
About our client
Who they are
Our client is a vital source of support and a powerful force for change for everyone affected by dementia.
What they want
They will not rest until people with dementia and their carers live more fulfilled and less fearful lives, free from stigma and inequality.
What they do
They support people affected by dementia through some of the hardest and most frightening times, to improve their lives and help to avoid crisis.
No matter whoever you are, whatever you’re going through, you can turn to our client for expert support through practical advice, emotional support, and guidance for the best next step
They join forces with people affected by dementia, leading scientists and policy makers, amplifying voices to push for cutting edge breakthroughs and societal change that’ll improve the lives of people affected by dementia, now and in the future
How they do it
They’re the friendly face of support, the warm voice at the end of the phone and the determined minds who will fight passionately for the cause of everyone affected by dementia.
About the role
They are hoping to welcome an approachable and knowledgeable Dementia Support Worker to work in the Norfolk & Waveney area. With them, you will have the rewarding opportunity to provide support and guidance to people with dementia and their carers; helping to maintain their independence, improving their sense of well-being, and putting them in more control of their lives.
This role supports people pre and post diagnosis, where they interact compassionately face to face, by telephone and virtually to give people the tools and knowledge to make informed decisions about their future. You will also assist service users to access other services, by signposting and referring.
You will provide community based, face to face services for an increased level of support for more complex cases. Managing referrals, assisting clients in assessing their information and support needs in a person-centred manner is also key to this role.
About you
You will:
- Have working experience of supporting people virtually and face to face with an ability to assess their needs.
- Be able to deliver advice and guidance with a non-judgmental approach
- Have strong organisational and time management skills to manage your caseload of clients effectively.
- Be able to travel independently.
- Have an understanding of dementia and the needs of those living with dementia and their carers.
Person Specification
You will:
- Be passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of those affected by dementia.
- Demonstrate optimism, be engaging, and be a pragmatic individual.
- Have excellent interpersonal skills, being approachable and friendly.
- Have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Have great organisational skills to manage your caseload of clients effectively.
- Have excellent IT skills and ability to use Microsoft packages confidently.
- Be able to work collaboratively with other team members if/when required.
You may have experience of the following: Dementia Adviser, Care Assistant, Caseworker, Special Needs Assistant, Social Worker, Social Care, Community Care, Helpline Coordinator, Volunteering Officer, Support Worker, Mental Health, Dementia, etc.
Ref: 135 630
About Now Teach
Our long-term vision is a world where children benefit because talented people, who’ve already had successful careers, become teachers, and bring their skills and experiences to the schools that need them most. We support Now Teachers, training providers, schools, and the wider education system to realise the full potential of career-changers in education. We are looking for driven and committed people to help us meet new goals, increase our Now Teacher Network, and create impact in schools.
Working at Now Teach
We are a small, collaborative, and supportive team of around 25 people. We are non-hierarchical, with 100% of our people believing their line managers listen and value their opinions and people of all levels getting stuck in. We set clear expectations and celebrate the successes of teams and individuals. 100% of our team are proud to work at Now Teach, find Now Teach considerate of their wellbeing and would actively recommend us as an employer.
Our culture is central to us encouraging and supporting people into teaching. Without our positive, honest, and flexible approach we wouldn’t be able to adapt to meet the needs of Now Teachers. We have been named as one of Escape the City’s Top 100 Employers in 2021 and 2022 and have been recognised as a Working Mums’ Top Employer and at the Working Dads Employer Awards. We have won awards for our Culture, Flexible Working and Excellence in Public Service.
Role Overview
We are looking for two positive, down to earth and target driven Recruitment Advisors who are committed to Now Teach’s vision. They must have previously delivered exceptional candidate experience and enjoy working in an organisation doing something new in the market. They will have a strong motivation to support candidates moving them through our pipeline and enabling them via an impeccable personalised service.
We do not operate like a traditional recruitment team as our goal is to support as many career changers into schools and our network as possible. However, we do work at pace and with volume so being highly motivated and organised are key. We work with c3500 expressions of interest a year and help them navigate their application to teach. This is a perfect role for someone who can work quickly, keeping an eye on the target via helping potential career changers and delivering high quality people for our partner schools and training providers.
Ideally, our new team members will have worked in education recruitment before or have some knowledge of entry routes to secondary teaching – or be exceptionally fast at learning and applying it.
They will join our friendly, ambitious team who care about and work hard at what we do. The new advisors will be primarily responsible for supporting our career changers at the early selection stages, from expressing interest, through interview and helping them to secure their training place. Working with a large pipeline of candidates, they will operate with precision but at speed. We need people who build rapport quickly and have confidence working with candidates whilst delivering an efficient and joined up process. It’s a fantastic time to join as we increase our recruitment efforts, scale nationally and continue to grow our organisation.
Role Description
- Grow your initial teaching training entry route expertise so you are insightful and a top-quality advisor for our expressions of interests and Now Teach network applicants
- Talent spot and advise candidates so that they feel supported, trust your advice, and see you as an essential part of their career change to teach experience
- Manage parts of the candidate pipeline & screening, ensuring the right people join our network
- Take ownership of potential career changers for parts of the country or certain training providers ensuring regular communication happens
- Own your talent pool and hires effectively so they stay on course, fully enabled to begin their teacher training
- Work closely within the recruitment team to support one another and are on track to hit our growing national targets
- Be excellent with pipeline management and timely CRM database (Salesforce) updates to ensure robust reports and data
- Support with candidate engagement initiatives such as Information Webinars, Lesson Planning Workshops and School Insight online events
- Lead on specific recruitment projects, including piloting a sourcing project for the creation of new applicant interest
- Work with other teams across Now Teach ensuring we collaborate strongly, are aligned, and support one another
Person Specification
Our ideal candidate will:
- Be up for the challenge of doing something new in the market knowing that fantastic candidate experience, having a strong team and efficient process are key to this
- Want to work in a role with social purpose being committed to children’s outcomes not being determined by their backgrounds and appreciate the impact teachers can make
- Work well in an environment where our values are Commitment, Adaptability, Honesty and Responsibility
- Understand education and initial teacher training, ideally through experience of education recruitment and/or teaching
- Have a great balance of wanting to help candidates and drive for ambitious hiring targets
- Have natural strength in taking ownership to drive their candidate pipeline and projects
- Have examples of delivering an exceptional candidate journey whilst working at pace and be able to provide down to earth, insightful and appropriate persuasive communications
- Be highly organised and robust in how they work
- Actively seek out ways to improve how we do things using great judgement Have experience using a recruitment system (ATS or CRM) and know the value of keeping everything up to date and optimised
Essential strengths –
- Good skill and motivation for recruitment/candidate advice and support
- Understanding & passion for education and teacher training
- Natural drive and takes ownership
- Enhanced communication style and ability to coach and influence
- Strong organisation and robust attention to detail
- Strong judgement and adaptability
- A friendly and likable team player with a can-do attitude
Don’t meet every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every qualification. At Now Teach we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway.
Working arrangements
Full time role, flexible working patterns available. We work from home with some London office based regular scheduled days required.
Application Process
To apply, please complete our online application questions. Your cover letter should include why you are attracted to the role, why you are motivated to work at Now Teach and what you can bring to the team.
Applications will close when we have enough candidates but not before 26th August. We will assess on a rolling basis, so early interest is strongly encouraged. We are also very happy to have exploratory calls so you can see if this is the kind of role and team for you. If you have any difficulty with accessing the application form, need any additional support or require reasonable adjustments to the application process, please get in touch.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Now Teach strives to be a workplace that is diverse, equitable and inclusive where we can ALL be ourselves. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, ethnicities, ages, gender identities, stages of life and those with hidden or visible disabilities.
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we’ll endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. If you would like to discuss specific requirements, please email or call. All applicants must have an existing Right to Work in the UK.
Safe Recruitment Procedure
Now Teach are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. To meet this responsibility, we follow a rigorous selection process, and all successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Reference checking
References from the previous and current employer will be taken up for shortlisted candidates, and where necessary employers may be contacted to gather further information. We will always consult you before this happens.
Probation
All new team members will be subject to a 3-month probation period (which may, in certain circumstances, be extended). The probation period is a trial period, to enable the assessment of an employee’s suitability for the job for which they have been employed.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Situated within the Children and Young Person’s Team, the YP-IDVA is a specialist position supporting high risk young victims of domestic abuse.
You will work within a team offering domestic abuse support to children, young people and their families, including those experiencing domestic abuse and those who have witnessed it. Our specialist team brings together dynamic, passionate and committed individuals who share a common focus on delivering high quality, person-centred and trauma informed support to young people.
The team have a responsibility to work with multi-agency partners, building awareness and understanding of domestic abuse. This role will therefore involve significant multi-agency working.
With a focus on risk assessment and management, the key duties will include:
- Risk assessing victims and creating a safety plan.
- Providing a proactive support to young people, offering outreach appointments.
- Ensuring the voice of young people informs every stage of our support provision.
- Empowering young people to make informed choices.
- Delivering specialist domestic abuse intervention, with a focus on educating and supporting children and young people to better understand domestic abuse.
This role is based within Wiltshire, with travel across Wiltshire required; home-working for part of the week is supported.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Hackney and City
Salary: £20,872 - £22,143 actual per annum (depending on skills and experience) - plus London Allowance of £3,600 if applicable
Working Hours: 35 per week
Closing Date: 01 September 2022
Interview Date: TBC (via Zoom/Teams)
Location: Hybrid role - covering the London Borough of City & Hackney, homebased with work out in the community.
Please note the deadline for submitting applications for this vacancy is 23:59 on the closing date.
They reserve the right to close this vacancy early if they receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Their Dementia Support Workers work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. They are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. They also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with our client.
This role does not include personal care responsibilities.
About our client
Who they are
Our client is a vital source of support and a powerful force for change for everyone affected by dementia.
What they want
They will not rest until people with dementia and their carers live more fulfilled and less fearful lives, free from stigma and inequality.
What they do
They support people affected by dementia through some of the hardest and most frightening times, to improve their lives and help to avoid crisis.
No matter whoever you are, whatever you’re going through, you can turn to our client for expert support through practical advice, emotional support, and guidance for the best next step
They join forces with people affected by dementia, leading scientists and policy makers, amplifying voices to push for cutting edge breakthroughs and societal change that’ll improve the lives of people affected by dementia, now and in the future
How they do it
They’re the friendly face of support, the warm voice at the end of the phone and the determined minds who will fight passionately for the cause of everyone affected by dementia.
About the role
They have an exciting opportunity for a Dementia Support Worker to join their team in the London Borough of City and Hackney!
Our client’s Dementia Support service involves dedicated members of staff giving one to one support, information and guidance to people with dementia or their carers and wider family or friends, to help people understand dementia, cope with day to day living with dementia and prepare for the future.
You will have the rewarding opportunity to provide support and guidance to people with dementia and their carers; helping to maintain their independence, improving their sense of well-being, and putting them in more control of their lives. The service is unique to each service user as it is based upon their personal circumstances and support needs.
You will offer support and guidance to your clients in a variety of ways, whether in the client's own home, at service offices or at other locations, face to face, by phone, letter or email. You will also assist service users to access other services, providing signposting and referrals, as well as facilitating peer support groups and other group activities. Their service is an integrated service with the NHS, and you will be working alongside a Dementia Nurse supporting service users with social needs.
About you
- A good understanding of dementia and the needs of those living with dementia and their carers.
- An ability to assess client needs along with the understanding of the need for client confidentially.
- An excellent non-judgmental approach with strong time management skills.
- Able to attend multi-disciplinary team meetings as well as neighbourhood meetings.
- Have flexibility to work from the office, from home and in the community.
Person Specification
- Be passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of those affected by dementia.
- Demonstrate optimism, be engaging, and be a pragmatic individual.
- Have excellent interpersonal skills, being approachable and friendly.
- Have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Have great organisational skills to manage your caseload of clients effectively.
- Have excellent IT skills and ability to use Microsoft packages confidently.
- Be able to work collaboratively with other team members if/when required.
Are you someone who can work well as part of a team and are passionate about improving the quality of life for people living with dementia? Then take the first step and apply today.
You may have experience of the following: Dementia Adviser, Care Assistant, Caseworker, Special Needs Assistant, Social Worker, Social Care, Community Care, Helpline Coordinator, Volunteering Officer, Support Worker, Mental Health, Dementia, etc.
Ref: 135 786