We are looking for an exceptional caseworker, with experience of working with vulnerable children and families, preferably from asylum seeking backgrounds. You will have a sound knowledge of the statutory and specialist provision for this group, as well as experience of delivering training and managing volunteers.

Nottingham & Nottinghamshire Refugee Forum (NNRF) is a vibrant local charity, seeking to provide a safe and welcoming space for asylum seekers and refugees. Funded by Children in Need, the purpose of this role is to help refugee and asylum seeking children access the services they need, in order for them to thrive, flourish and integrate in the UK.

To apply for this varied and interesting role, please visit our website to download an application form.

Deadline for applications is Sunday 4 July 2021

We are thrilled to announce this exciting opportunity to join our expanding Domestic Abuse Service for Men, which operates across Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire County. 

Equation will be working to secure future funding for this role by evidencing the need and impact during the funding period.  

Purpose of the job: To provide a high-quality support service to men experiencing high risk domestic violence and abuse by:

• Supporting men experiencing high risk domestic violence and abuse as well as both Domestic Abuse and Non- Domestic Abuse Stalking
• Supporting men to make long term positive and sustainable changes in their lives and to recover from the harm of domestic violence

Working in partnership with the Police and other agencies and services (both internal and external) to ensure holistic and joined up service delivery

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about preventing domestic abuse and supporting survivors to live free from abuse.

Applicants will need:  

• An understanding of domestic abuse and its effect on partners and children. 
• Experience of supporting people to access help and support.   
• Strong skills in partnership working and teamwork.   

PLEASE NOTE: We only accept completed application forms which can be found on our website. Here you will also be able to find the full job description and person specification, as well as more information about Equation and the team you would be joining.

Equation are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all sections of the community. We welcome applicants from all genders and particularly those from disabled, LGBTQ+ and BAME backgrounds, as these communities are currently under-represented in our team. Appointment will be based on merit alone.

We are thrilled to announce this exciting opportunity to join our expanding Domestic Abuse Service for Men, which operates across Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire County. 

Equation will be working to secure future funding for this role by evidencing the need and impact during the funding period.  

The role is part of a pilot structure for a developing team. The role will ideally involve a balance between admin and helpline tasks but will prioritise calls from survivors.

The service is developing new campaigns to raise community awareness of men experiencing domestic and sexual abuse and is hoping to increase calls to the helpline. The role will be subject to development as survivor needs change.

The main purpose of the role is:

• To provide support and immediate safety planning to male survivors, professionals and 3rd party callers on the Helpline and when initially referred into service.

To provide administrative support to the Domestic Abuse Service for Men’s team ensuring a high-quality support service to male survivors of domestic and sexual violence and abuse

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about preventing domestic abuse and supporting survivors to live free from abuse.

Applicants will need:  

• An understanding of domestic abuse and its effect on partners and children. 
• Experience of supporting people to access help and support.   
• Strong skills in partnership working and teamwork.   

PLEASE NOTE: We only accept completed application forms which can be found on our website. Here you will also be able to find the full job description and person specification, as well as more information about Equation and the team you would be joining.

Equation are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all sections of the community. We welcome applicants from all genders and particularly those from disabled, LGBTQ+ and BAME backgrounds, as these communities are currently under-represented in our team. Appointment will be based on merit alone.

SUPPORT WORKERS, TRANSITIONS NORTH, MANSFIELD & SUTTON IN ASHFIELD, PERMANENT, FRWK03 £17,189 - £18,661 FTE, 37 HPW

Candidates will be considered for a post at either Mansfield or Sutton in Ashfield site, if you have a priority area please make it known on your application.

Do you want to join an organisation that employs remarkable people to do a remarkable job?

Do you have a commitment to reach out, even to the most chaotic and challenging young people?

We are looking for Support Workers who would thrive in a young person’s accommodation service, where no two days are ever the same. You could be part of a team supporting young people to develop their independence and social skills, have the integrity to build professional working relationships.

We are looking for motivated and flexible support workers’ who are able to work proactively and react to a fast-flowing and fluid environment. You will support young people aged 16 – 21 to complete daily tasks and learn new life-skills during their transition to independence and into our move-on  properties. 

You will work in partnership with various agencies, liaising closely with Social Care.

• Have excellent communication skills
• Are you dynamic, enthusiastic and diverse?
• Promote Equality and Diversity within the Service
• Provide a safe and secure environment for young people.
• Contribute to the delivery of a comprehensive support package
• Support Young People to develop the skills that will empower them to move on to independent living and avoid becoming repeat homeless.

Candidates need to be reliable and enthusiastic - experience of working with young people is desired, although not essential, a full training package will be given during the probationary period and throughout your employment.

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.

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

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

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

NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

SUPPORT WORKER, STEP UP LONG EATON, PERMANENT, 33 HPW, FRWK03 £17,189 - £18,661 FTE (£15,330 - £16,643 PRO-RATA)

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

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

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

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

You will:

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

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

• be dynamic and enthusiastic

• promote equality and diversity within the service

• provide a safe and secure environment for young people

• contribute to the delivery of a comprehensive support package

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.

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

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

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

NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

FLOATING SUPPORT PLANNER, HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION SERVICE, NOTTINGHAM PLUS SOME HOMEWORKING, PERMANENT, 37 HPW, FRWK06 £19,334 - £21,415 FTE

An exciting opportunity has arisen to support Nottingham citizens at risk of homelessness. 

This varied and dynamic role requires a flexible individual with professionalism, tenacity, a person-centred approach and attention to detail at the heart of everything they do. 

A good understanding of the needs of people who are at risk of homelessness or vulnerably housed, as well as the Homeless Reduction Act would be beneficial.

The successful applicant will play a vital role in combatting homelessness and meeting this important objective for the organisation.

Closing date is 15th June 2021 with interviews booked for 24th June 2021.

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.

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

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

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

NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

SUPPORT WORKERS, FULL-TIME (37 HPW) AND PART-TIME (22.5 HPW), NOTTINGHAMSHIRE, PERMANENT, FRWK03 £17,189 - £18,661 FTE (PRO-RATA: £10,452 - £11,347)

You might not have any experience of working in the supported housing sector, but if you can build and maintain positive relationships, communicate well, write a good report, keep effective records and make a positive difference in the lives of the people we work with, we would be interested to hear from you.

Framework’s Stepping Stones service provides supported accommodation in Mansfield, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Newark and Worksop for individuals affected by a learning disability, mental health condition, a physical disability or an autistic spectrum condition. We work with individuals who are aiming for independent living in the community but don’t quite have the confidence and skills for this yet.

The staff team provides a variety of support via one to ones and the opportunity for group work and activities. This includes managing mental and physical health, budgeting and income maximisation, maintaining a safe and tidy home, finding long-term accommodation, taking part in training, volunteering and employment and accessing groups, activities and support in the local community.

You will have your own caseload of individuals to work through the actions set out on support plans and will be helping them to achieve their goals, develop their skills, confidence and independence.

Stepping Stones operates Monday to Friday during office hours.

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.

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

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

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

NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual to join our highly regarded Specialist Advocacy team.

If you have a strong commitment to empowering and upholding the rights of people with a wide range of conditions, you are a people person with the ability to engage with a varied client group and you can write high quality reports and documents, you will do well in advocacy!

If you have a background or qualification in independent advocacy that’s ideal, but it’s not essential and we will provide you with all the training and support you need to learn on the job. 

As a Paid Representative you will be working with a variety of vulnerable people, some with multiple and complex needs.  You will provide representation and support to people who are subject to the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLS) and who do not have a family member or friend that can undertake this role.

The role involves visiting clients on a regular basis in care homes and hospitals to support them to understand and exercise their rights in relation to the authorised DOLS. 

This includes supporting people to request a review of the authorisation, access complaints procedures and/or appeal to the Court of Protection.

You've got a good understanding of mental health issues and really enjoy supporting others to achieve independence and lead their own recovery. All you need is the perfect environment to put your skills to great use. Welcome to Richmond Fellowship as a Recovery Worker. 

We’re part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence. We know that recovery can look and feel very different to each and every one of us. But we also know that if we provide the right support, at the right time, we can inspire recovery nationwide and that recovery is possible for everyone.

Right now, we are looking for someone to join us, based at Stuart House in Derby and working in locations across Derby City, supporting people that who are experiencing mental distress to the extent that it is impacting on their lives and sense of wellbeing. Not only are we committed to putting them at the heart of everything we do, we recognise they should be involved in decisions that affect their future too. That's why we need you to inspire and support them to lead their own recovery. So, whether it's helping to develop and deliver recovery education, come up with a personal support plan that will see them achieve their goals and aspirations, developing domestic and finance management skills or accessing work, leisure or educational opportunities, your empathy, enthusiasm and compassion will have every chance to shine. Entering accurate case notes onto our IT system will be important too. And, when it comes to regularly liaising with GP surgeries, the local council, charities etc. or promoting the service within the community, again, we'll count on you.

The chances are, you already work in the mental health field. What is for certain is that you're caring, consistent, flexible and creative, work well under pressure, know how to connect with people at all levels and, like us, are keen to break down the stigma of mental health. 

This is a permanent role, requiring the post-holder to work 37.5 hours per week.

The salary for this role is £17,375 per annum.

We are committed to increasing our diversity and we would welcome applications from those with lived experience

and/or who are from a BAME background.

Closing date for applications is 28th June 2021. (We reserve the right to close vacancies before the specified closing date, should a large number of applications be received).

So, are you ready to take on this rewarding role that comes with some really great benefits? Apply now via our website.

You have experience of working with people with mental health issues and this has given good knowledge of how to provide intense crisis support for individuals who present with complex needs. All you need is the perfect environment to put your skills to great use. Welcome to Richmond Fellowship’s Safe Haven and Crisis House service as a Crisis Recovery Worker.

Richmond Fellowship is part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence. We know that recovery can look and feel very different to each and every one of us. But we also know that if we provide the right support, at the right time, we can inspire recovery nationwide and that recovery is possible for everyone.

A pilot within our Crisis House in Derby, Safe Haven will provide community wellbeing resource where people can access support during a mental health crisis. Its aim? To prevent escalation of mental health problems and help people develop the skills they need to cope with a future crisis. Join us, and you could soon be providing a vital crisis intervention and support service for individuals who are experiencing a psychiatric and or psychosocial crisis.

Day-to-day, you’ll support individuals in crisis in a range of ways, including low mood, depressed, anxious, manic, self-harming, and experiencing suicidal thoughts. Your challenge will be to help them develop their own coping strategies to deal with their specific crisis situations. We’ll also rely on you to liaise with clinical teams to discuss referrals and clinical presentation of people using services and make referral decisions based on this. Leading on risk management and safety planning for each client will be important too, as will identifying the triggers of their crisis and implementing a brief, structured support and safety planning programme. And, when it comes to Introducing therapeutic tools and interventions tailored to their particular needs or helping them develop domestic management and finance management skills, again, we’ll count on you.

A great listener, with a flexible yet resilient approach, you have experience working with people with mental health issues and you’re used to identifying and coordinating a range of services to meet the needs of individuals requiring intense crisis support. You also have a good understanding of current mental health and/or housing legislation and a proven ability to help individuals to engage with community activities. A flair for planning and prioritising a busy workload is important too, as is a proven ability to assess and manage risk in a non-clinical way.

There will be a lot of liaison with GPs, external agencies and community teams too, plus you’ll be supporting sessional staff and volunteers, so great all-round communication skills and the ability to keep accurate records are also a must. Above all, you have what it takes to motivate, support and advocate for people who use our services, handle sensitive and complex issues well and are happy to participate in a shift rota and on call duties as required.

We have multiple permanent vacancies available, requiring the post-holder to work 37.5 hours per week.

The salary for this role is £17,375.00 per annum.

We are committed to increasing our diversity and we would welcome applications from those with lived experience and/or who are from a BAME background.

So, are you ready to take on this rewarding role that comes with some really great benefits? Apply now via our website.

This is a rolling recruitment process, shortlisted candidates will be interviewed as and when they apply.

The successful candidate will be excellent at engaging with, and motivating difficult and vulnerable young people. Communication and interpersonal skills are paramount as we need an individual who will be able to work confidently with a range of stakeholders and young people to deliver this programme. One to one mentoring and support, group work and outreach are essential to the role and it is key that this is done in creative and innovative ways that young people will enjoy.

As an IAF Mentor who is focusing on the outreach, youth work and first stages of interaction with our young people, you will be responsible for engaging with young people facing multiple and complex barriers, many of whom will be offenders and prison leavers. You will be responsible for managing a challenging caseload, with the aim of helping the young people integrate into the community and reducing their risk of reoffending.

You will work closely and collaboratively with the Prison Service, National Probation Service, Community Rehabilitation Companies (CRCs), Local Authorities, the Police, and a wide range of community and voluntary organisations.

As part of the role, you will be required to work within a prison meeting young people prior to their release. You will also be expected to meet young people at the prison gate, providing intensive mentoring support and diversionary activities to reduce the risk of reoffending. You will also be required to work in other front line situations such as Police custody suites or street outreach.

Your role in these situations will be to successfully engage with young people, assess their motivation to make positive changes and to start an action plan to prevent them from re-offending and to help them progress into education, employment and training.

IAF pride themselves on working outside the ‘boxes’ and the usual constraints of publicly funded programmes so we will expect mentors to think innovatively and creatively about how we can help each young person and then be prepared to make it happen. Naturally this creates a lot of variety within a working day so we are looking for trustworthy and hard-working individuals who thrive off new challenges, out of office working, and who have the confidence to work alone and in community settings, with challenging young people.

This is an exciting and challenging role for a highly motivated, dynamic and creative individual who is passionate about helping young people make positive changes in their lives. IAF are looking for an enthusiastic and driven professional who will relish challenges laid at their feet, have the ability to gain the respect of the young people we are looking to help, and also have the ability to complete relevant paperwork. IAF’s key factor when recruiting is passion for helping young people, and in this particular instance a passion for supporting young people who may be offenders, addicts, or involved with gangs/knifecrime.

Lived experience, the ability to connect with young people and passion is valued over and above formal qualifications in this instance, however experience of working (or volunteering) with this client group is essential for any applicant. IAF welcomes applications from people with first-hand experience of the issues we are tackling in this role, although as we are working with vulnerable young people we would appreciate total honesty and we would be interested in understanding your particular journey. Please note having first-hand experience is not a requirement!

The successful candidate will also be a creative thinker and a problem solver, as they will need to find solutions to operational challenges on a daily basis. The successful candidate will have an excellent knowledge of what makes young people ‘tick’ and will be able to instantly gain the respect of young people whilst enforcing boundaries and expectations. IAF’s client group can, at times, show very challenging behaviours so the successful candidate should have experience of, and be able to confidently deal with, challenging behaviour.

The post is fixed term and carries a commitment of 40 hours per week. Due to the delivery nature of the role, some flexible working will be required. The post holder also requires regular use of a vehicle due to the nature of the role. Enhanced DBS check will be required.

Finally, and fundamentally, the successful candidate must feel passionately about helping others within society, and must believe in the work that IAF do.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Operations/ Delivery:

• Overall delivery and co-ordination of mentoring and intensive mentoring programmes in the community. This includes but is not limited to:
  • Recruitment and Outreach (including leafleting if required)
  • Attending resettlement days in prisons
  • Sourcing referrals and working with partner agencies to identify beneficiaries
  • Mentoring and Intensive mentoring with ex-offenders and high need individuals
  • Identifying need and how to best respond to that need
  • Writing comprehensive support plans and action plans for young people
  • Providing IAG to young people as required
  • Home/prison visits as required
  • Encouraging young people to actively address their support needs
  • To assess clients, prepare individual plans and motivate service users to actively engage.
  • To deliver projects in accordance with funding contract terms and conditions, and meet required outcomes/ outputs.
  • To deliver IAF community outreach programmes as and when required. This includes but is not limited to:
  • Recruitment and Outreach (including leafleting if required)
  • Referrals
  • Session delivery
  • Refreshments
  • Organising and attending reward trips
  • Organising transport/ driving the minibus
  • IAG/Signposting as required
  • Organising venues and coaching staff as required
  • Managing volunteers and visitors as required

To deliver other IAF activity as required. This includes but is not limited to:

• Operational lead on outreach and recruitment across IAF projects,
• Life skills workshops/ activity,
• Employability workshops/ activity as required,
• Motivational speaking and drugs talks as required
• Sourcing/organising work experience and volunteering opportunities
• Sourcing/organising community projects
• To support all IAF activity including Training Programmes as and when required
• To support the delivery of the Prince’s Trust Programme as required.
• To support the delivery of the Communi-Tea outreach programme and tasks associated with the Young Persons Board
• Develop and maintain professional relationships and strategic partnerships with local partners such as colleges, training providers and other referral agencies
• Attend meetings as required with stakeholders, partners, funders, and businesses
• Develop positive working relationships with employers in the local area and encourage operational level linkages, such as work experience placements

Governance, Quality, Paperwork and Policy:

• To follow IAF policies and procedures to enable activity to be delivered effectively, within health, safety and legal guidelines.
• To ensure delivery and associated paperwork is correctly completed and compliant with legal requirements such as safeguarding, health and safety, risk assessments, data protection, equal opportunities, and employment law.
• To activity implement safeguarding policy and procedure on behalf of the charity.
• To uphold quality of provision and integrity of the service delivered to young people.
• To gather monitoring data and feedback across the charity as required.
• Maintain accurate and up to date records, as required by IAF or external funding contracts. These records must be managed in line with IAF’s data protection policy.
• Track the journey of each young person ensuring case notes and tracking systems are updated correctly
• To manage petty cash in accordance with IAF financial procedures and guidelines.

General:

• Help with the management and supervision of volunteers as required.
• Assist with the induction of new IAF staff as required.
• To uphold the charity values and be part of an engaged, pro-active and unified working culture.
• To present and promote an appropriate public image in representing the Foundation.
• To act as a positive role model for young people on programme at all times
• To undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required commensurate with the post.
• Keep up to date, so far as necessary for the efficient executing of your job, with new legislation, procedures and techniques.
• To maintain strict confidentiality and discretion at all times.
• To supply information as required by IAF
• To attend the weekly team meeting

The post carries a commitment of 40 hours per week. Expected working hours are 8:30am – 5pm, which includes 30 minutes for lunch and breaks throughout the day. Some flexibility on working pattern may be required. Please note that a DBS check will be required.

The ideal candidate will have experience of working with, supporting and engaging hard to reach young people on a one to one basis and in a community setting. They will have experience of delivering mentoring, outreach or training programmes for this client group and will be confident in following the correct policies and procedures in place to enable activity to be delivered effectively, within health, safety and legal guidelines.

The successful candidate will be excellent at engaging with, and motivating difficult and vulnerable young people. Communication and interpersonal skills are paramount as we need an individual who will be able to work confidently with a range of stakeholders and young people to deliver this programme. One to one mentoring and support, group work and outreach are essential to the role and it is key that this is done in creative and innovative ways that young people will enjoy.

This is an exciting and challenging role for a highly motivated, dynamic and creative individual who is passionate about helping young people make positive changes in their lives. IAF are looking for an enthusiastic and driven professional who will relish challenges laid at their feet, have the ability to gain the respect of the young people we are looking to help, and also have the ability to complete paperwork efficiently.

The successful candidate will also be a creative thinker and a problem solver, as they will need to find solutions to operational challenges on a daily basis. The successful candidate will have an excellent knowledge of what makes young people ‘tick’ and will be able to instantly gain the respect of young people whilst enforcing boundaries and expectations. IAF’s client group can, at times, show very challenging behaviours so the successful candidate should have experience of, and be able to confidently deal with, challenging behaviour.

The Inspire and Achieve Foundation is a small, thriving, Nottinghamshire based charity that does everything it can to help unemployed young people aged 16-26 into positive outcomes and into employment. We are a dedicated and ethically driven team that puts the needs of the young person at the heart of all our provision. We are looking for ‘can-do’ employees who are passionate, enthusiastic, have empathy and integrity, who are hard-working (go above and beyond), and who have a demonstrable passion for helping young people.

Our provision includes outreach work (sports and social), one to one mentoring/work coaching, and training programmes (inc. the Prince’s Trust Team Programme). We are based in Mansfield, Ashfield, Worksop and in Nottingham City. This role will be based in Nottingham City. Remote working will be considered for the right candidate.

The post carries a commitment of 40 hours per week. Due to the delivery nature of the role, some flexible working will be required. Enhanced DBS check will be required.

Finally, and fundamentally, the successful candidate must feel passionately about helping others within society, and must believe in the work that IAF do.

Main Duties and Responsibilities: Operations/ Delivery:

• To assess clients, prepare individual plans and motivate service users to actively engage.
• To deliver the NW4Y project in accordance with funding contract terms and conditions, and meet required outcomes/ outputs.
• Overall delivery and co-ordination of the NW4Y mentoring programme. This includes but is not limited to:
  • Recruitment of Young People and Outreach (including leafleting if required)
  • Referrals
  • Mentoring
  • Identifying need and how to best respond to that need
  • Writing comprehensive support plans and action plans for young people
  • Providing IAG to young people as required
  • Home visits as required
  • Encouraging young people to actively address their support needs
  • Delivering Job Search and Application skills sessions
  • Delivering Employment Confidence and Ready for Work skills sessions
  • To deliver other IAF activity as required. This includes but is not limited to:
    • outreach/recruitment,
    • life skills workshops/ activity,
    • employability workshops/ activity as required,
    • sourcing/organising work experience and volunteering opportunities
    • to support all IAF activity including NW4Y related Training Programmes as and when required,
    • to provide wrap-around support to NW4Y participants on the Prince’s Trust Programme in Nottingham as required,
    • develop and maintain professional relationships and strategic partnerships with local partners such as colleges, training providers and other referral agencies,
    • attend meetings as required with stakeholders, partners, funders, and businesses.
    • develop positive working relationships with employers in the local area and encourage operational level linkages, such as work experience placements,

Governance, Quality, Paperwork and Policy:

• To follow IAF policies and procedures to enable activity to be delivered effectively, within health, safety and legal guidelines.
• To ensure delivery and associated paperwork is correctly completed and compliant with legal requirements such as safeguarding, health and safety, risk assessments, data protection, equal opportunities, and employment law.
• To activity implement safeguarding policy and procedure on behalf of the charity.
• To uphold quality of provision and integrity of the service delivered to young people.
• To gather monitoring data and feedback across the charity as required.
• Maintain accurate and up to date records, as required by IAF or external funding contracts. These records must be managed in line with IAF’s GDPR policy.
• Track the journey of each young person ensuring case notes and tracking systems are updated correctly
• To manage petty cash in accordance with IAF financial procedures and guidelines.

General:

• Help with the management and supervision of volunteers as required.
• Assist with the induction of new IAF staff as required.
• To uphold the charity values and be part of an engaged, pro-active and unified working culture.
• To present and promote an appropriate public image in representing the Foundation.
• To undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required commensurate with the post.
• Keep up to date, so far as necessary for the efficient executing of your job, with new legislation, procedures and techniques.
• To maintain strict confidentiality and discretion at all times.
• To supply information as required by IAF

The post carries a commitment of 40 hours per week. Expected working hours are 8:30am – 5pm, which includes 30 minutes for lunch and fresh air breaks throughout the day. Some flexibility on working pattern is available upon discussion with line manager. Please note that a DBS check will be required.

• You will be entitled to 20 daysleave (excluding recognised bank holidays) pro rata.
• Up to an additional 4 concessionary days leave will be granted over the Christmas period by the Trustee.

The post holder is to be based at the IAF offices Mansfield, and the majority of the work will be undertaken in Nottingham City.

Support Group Coordinator

Dementia devastates lives. By 2021, 1 million people will be living with the condition. But dementia won't win. Until the day a cure is found, Our client will be here for anyone affected by dementia - wherever they are, whatever they're going through. Everything they do is informed and inspired by them.

Support Group Coordinator Responsibilities:

Leading the fight against dementia takes many forms with our client. In addition to funding research and raising public awareness, for example, they run some of the most effective local support services in the country. They offer regular support services in a safe and secure environment.

As the peer support group facilitator, you will coordinate, organise and facilitate the engaging and safe running of group services aimed to support those affected by dementia and their carers’. This may include Dementia cafés, activity groups, peer support groups and singing for the brain.

The sessions should be well designed and allow participants to engage fully to maximise their enjoyment and the beneficial impact; taking account of individual needs of group attendees when designing group sessions and adjusting the programme as necessary. The role will involve effective service user involvement, co-ordination of service-related volunteers and liaising with relevant statutory and voluntary organisations in the area.

Support Group Coordinator Requirements:

You will possess an NVQ Level 2 or equivalent as well as having good organisation and facilitation skills combined with excellent communication and listening skills. An understanding of the value of group activities to people living with dementia along with experience in a care or support environment will be essential. Our client is looking for an individual who has experience in coordinating, organising and facilitating group work. It is desirable that you have experience of coordinating volunteers and liaising with statutory and voluntary agencies.

Due to the nature of this role you will be required to travel independently across all of Derbyshire. As a community, you will be required to join periodic meetings at the Nottingham office as and when required. Flexible working across Derbyshire is essential. A DBS disclosure will be required.

If you have the qualities our client is looking for and are passionate about improving the quality of life for people with dementia, then they want to hear from you.

About Our Client:

Our client embraces diversity, inclusion and accessibility for all of their people. They are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities they serve and ensuring inclusion in everything they do.

Position: Peer Support Group Facilitator
Location: Nottingham
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Part time, 17.5 hours per week
Salary: £12,217.80 - £12,961.80 actual per annum (depending on skills and experience)

Closing Date: 01 July 2021
Interview Date: TBC

You may have experience of the following: Peer Support Group Coordinator, Peer Support Group Facilitator, Charity, Adult Care, Charities, Support Worker, Not For Profit, Social Care, Dementia, Vulnerable People, Community Development, etc.

Ref: 100254

Relevant Person Paid Representative

Home Based: Nottingham

Job reference: 64

Contract type: Fixed Term contract – 12 months contract

Part-time: 18.5 hours, 2.5 days per week, working Tuesday to Thursday

9am - 5pm (flexible, days to be discussed at interview)

Salary: £10,000 - £11,219.00 (full time equivalent £20,000 - £22,438.00 per annum (dependent on experience), + Benefits

Giving people a voice – and making sure it’s heard – is something POhWER does every day. We’re all about promoting equality, challenging unfairness and giving disadvantaged and vulnerable people access to high quality information, advice and advocacy services. POhWER is a registered charity that provides a range of services across England.

We are looking to recruit people who share our core values and can demonstrate that they apply and live those values in their daily working practice.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Relevant Person’s Paid Representative (RPPR) to join our Nottingham team on a fixed term basis working on a 12 month contract.

The role will be supporting a wide range of vulnerable people often with profound or complex needs, including people who have a learning disability, dementia, other mental health need or acquired brain injury in all matters relating to the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS). In the role of Paid Representative, you will be maintaining contact with relevant persons in a range of settings, supporting them to understand the DoLS as it affects them, representing their wishes, views and feelings, and advocating for their rights effectively and professionally. Our ideal candidate will have worked in advocacy, information and advice or a similar role before and have either come from a health and social care background or have a strong understanding of the sector and will have a good working knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the DoLS framework. Ideally, you will have excellent experience supporting and promoting the rights of people who face significant challenges in being heard and have the skills to respond proactively to and engage with people with profound or complex needs, including responding appropriately to any communication needs or possible safeguarding concerns. Strong communication skills, time management skills and the ability to keep accurate and up to date records will be required and you will need to be computer literate

The person we appoint to the role will be confident, resourceful and motivated team player, able to work well alone as well as part of a wider team, in partnership with clients and professionals, understanding and acting on client views, wishes and feelings by listening and exploring options or doing so through non-instructed work. Those in the Paid Representative role will have a commitment to protecting the rights of some of the most vulnerable people in society through effective representation and so will have a strong commitment to their own professional development, keeping up to date with relevant legislation, case law and external and internal best practice as well as a commitment to the development of the service.

Because of the nature and location of the role, applicants must have a full driver’s licence and access to their own transport and live within or very close to Nottingham.