Centrepoint is the UK’s leading charity for homeless young people. Working with over 7,800 young people every year, our vision is to end youth homelessness. While we pursue this vision, our immediate focus is on providing vulnerable young people with a place to call home and a chance to acquire the skills they need to build a better future. Centrepoint works directly in London, Yorkshire and the North East of England, and collaborates actively with similar organisations right across the UK.
We are currently recruiting for a Deputy Service Manager. The role based in Westminster includes responsibilities for supported accommodation services and floating support services.
The purpose of the Deputy Service Manager role is to promote a vibrant culture with an uncompromising commitment to excellence and fully integrated support and development services, reflecting the needs of those accessing the service. At Centrepoint, we work in a Psychologically Informed Environment. All staff are required to implement this approach when working with young people.
You will be required to line management and staff to ensure that performance targets and contractual requirements are met and exceeded. You will motivate and develop the staff team to deliver a consistently high quality, needs led and responsive service to young people in order to support their personal development and ultimately move them into more independent accommodation. You will demonstrate strong leadership skills and a commitment to individual and team development through effective management of staff. You must be able to work flexibly and in line with the rota.
You will work positively and proactively with all local stakeholders including commissioners, providers, local community groups and young people.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a team of staff providing an outstanding quality service to young people and stakeholders.
Location: Westminster
Closing Date: Monday 26 October, 12 noon
Contract: 12 month fixed term contract
We seek to challenge discrimination and are committed to fairness and equality. We especially welcome applications from anyone with direct experience of being homeless or using young people’s service.
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Are you a Deputy Manager who understands the challenges young people face in day to day life? Do you have previous supervisory experience? Do you like the idea of working for a business who offer therapeutic and non-restraint support to young people?
Care in Mind have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Deputy Manager to join our friendly and professional team where you will support the Residential Manager with the management of the home and supervise the team to achieve the most effective outcomes for our young people.
You will be based within our Residential Home based in Preston working shifts over a 37.5 hour working week, consisting of earlies, lates and occasional sleep ins so flexibility is required.
Company Benefits:
Competitive salary (£22,491.18 - £26,003, dependant on experience)
22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (rising to 27 days holiday plus bank holidays with service)
Enhanced company pension
Enhanced sick pay
Life Assurance (2x annual salary)
Paid Induction (Running over 7 days)
Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
Free on-site parking
Paid Enhanced DBS check
Employee Assistance Programme / 24-hour Counselling Service
Online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits
Excellent Learning and Development (Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management)
Refer a Friend Scheme (£500 per referral)
Regular social events and recognition schemes (‘Employee of the year awards’, Summer & Christmas parties)
As a Deputy Manager you will:
- Work as a team in our residential home to support 4/5 young people in our care.
- Help plan rotas for the staff team and conduct monthly supervisions.
- Support the team with their learning and development ensuring all the relevant training and inductions are completed.
- Assist the Residential Manager in managing safeguarding and health and safety matters.
- Work alongside and be supported by a multi-disciplinary team including Nurses, Psychologists and Psychiatrists to ensure we achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people.
As a Deputy Manager you will have:
- Full UK Driving Licence & access to a vehicle for work purposes
- Previous experience working with young people with mental health needs
- A minimum of 12 months supervisory experience
- An understanding of CQC and/or Ofsted requirements
- Hold a Level 3 in Health and Social care or equivalent
- Flexibility to work a 7-day rota, completing early and late shift patterns alongside occasional sleep ins for which an additional payment is made.
- A compassionate personality, remaining calm, resilient, and understanding of the issues & challenges our young people face.
If you are interested in joining an enthusiastic, motivated business who thrive in developing and rebuilding young people and young adults with complex difficulties then please submit your application by Monday 9th November.
Please note that interviews will be held over Microsoft Teams as a video interview.
Care in Mind operates a safer recruitment process and as part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
We are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community.
We reserve the right to close the advert early, should we appoint a suitable candidate.
Are you a Deputy Manager who understands the challenges young people face in day to day life? Do you have previous supervisory experience? Do you like the idea of working for a business who offer therapeutic and non-restraint support to young people?
Our client is excited to announce the opening of our new Residential Service based in Heaton, Bolton. This 5-bed service will be opening in February 2021 and will be supporting the recovery and rehabilitation of young people and young adults with complex mental health difficulties in a least restrictive way. The aim of the service will be to support the young people engage in the community, education, and vocational activities with the aim of promoting independence.
They have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Deputy Manager to join their friendly and professional team where you will support the Residential Manager with the management of the home and supervise the team to achieve the most effective outcomes for their young people.
You will be based within their Residential Home based in Bolton working shifts over a 37.5 hour working week, consisting of earlies, lates and occasional sleep ins & nights when required so flexibility is required.
“Please note: This vacancy will commence in February 2021”
Company Benefits:
- Competitive salary (£22,491 - £26,003, dependant on experience)
- 22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (rising to 27 days holiday plus bank holidays with service)
- Enhanced company pension
- Enhanced sick pay
- Life Assurance (2x annual salary)
- Paid Induction (Running over 3 days)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Free on-site parking
- Paid Enhanced DBS check
- Access to our 24-hour Wellbeing Support Portal/ Employee Assistance Programme
- Online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits
- Excellent Learning and Development (Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management)
- Refer a Friend Scheme (£500 per referral)
- Regular social events and recognition schemes (‘Employee of the year awards’, Summer & Christmas parties)
As a Deputy Manager you will:
- Work as a team in our residential home to support 4/5 young people in our care.
- Help plan rotas for the staff team and conduct monthly supervisions.
- Support the team with their learning and development ensuring all the relevant training and inductions are completed.
- Assist the Residential Manager in managing safeguarding and health and safety matters.
- Work alongside and be supported by a multi-disciplinary team including Nurses, Psychologists and Psychiatrists to ensure we achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people.
As a Deputy Manager you will have:
- Full UK Driving Licence & access to a vehicle for work purposes
- Previous experience working with young people with mental health needs
- A minimum of 12 months supervisory experience
- An understanding of CQC and/or Ofsted requirements
- Hold a Level 3 in Health and Social care or equivalent
- Flexibility to work a 7-day rota, completing early and late shift patterns alongside occasional sleep ins for which an additional payment is made.
- A compassionate personality, remaining calm, resilient, and understanding of the issues & challenges our young people face.
If you are interested in joining an enthusiastic, motivated business who thrive in developing and rebuilding young people and young adults with complex difficulties then please submit your application by Monday 16th November.
To support their commitment as a COVID-19 Secure employer, all of their interviews will be held over Microsoft Teams as a video interview.
Our client operates a safer recruitment process and as part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
They are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community.
They reserve the right to close the advert early, should they appoint a suitable candidate.
Call and Care Manager
Employer: Dementia Concern
Salary: £30,000 to £32,000 per annum
Hours: 35 hours per week
Responsible to: Operations Manager & CEO
Responsible for: Up to 15 Care Attendants
Are you a Registered Care Manager or would like to work towards being a register manager, looking to work with a long-standing local charity supporting people living with dementia in Ealing and their carer?
The Dementia Concern Call & Care service offers respite care for carers through providing social interaction and activities to people living dementia through a dedicated team of Care Attendants. We are looking for a registered manager or someone who would like to work towards being a CQC Manager with the drive and ambition to take the service forward. The ideal candidate must have excellent communication and commercial acumen.
Dementia Concern has been providing services for people living with dementia and their carers for more than 25 years and prides itself on providing innovative and high quality services. This post is an opportunity to specialise in a growing field working with a diverse and highly experience team.
Purpose of the Post
The main purpose of the post is to manage the home respite of the charity Call & Care service. Call & Care is a CQC registered service and provides a respite service for carers while providing social stimulation for persons living with dementia. It is paid via the client’s eligible benefits or from their own personal means.
The role also involves working alongside the Volunteer Coordinator who organises a free Carer’s Short Breaks service within the borough. Both roles are part of the grant funding which provides the CQC-registered Call & Care Service and a free volunteer-led sitting service for those living with dementia and their carers.
Both elements of the Carer’s Short Breaks programme are referred via Ealing Social Services.
The main tasks of the post are to:
- Provide effective management of the day-to-day operations of the Call and Care Service
- Co-ordinate referrals and carry out assessments, including risk assessments, for people with dementia and their carers
- Undertake reviews of the needs of service users
- As registered manager ensure that Call & Care complies with all relevant requirements including Health & Safety and the registered service standards laid out by the Care Quality Commission
- Ensure agreed policies and practices are followed and develop new and updated policies and procedures in consultation with the CEO and support of the HR Manager
- Prepare rotas, check and approve timesheets and annual leave requests
- Maintain good records and statistical systems in accordance with the requirements of both the organisation and funding bodies to achieve targets
- Manage the budget for the service and ensure value for money for service users and the organisation
- Liaise with other colleagues and relevant agencies on the specific needs of service users and share information if requested
- Take responsibility for resolving service failures and complaints and reporting these to the CEO
- Support the development of an improved database for the service
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of Call & Care including outputs and outcomes
- In conjunction with the CEO develop the service and identify new marketing opportunities
- Provide regular reports to the CEO, the Board of Trustees and relevant
Staff Management
- Provide effective line management of Call & Care staff including the recruitment, induction, supervision and appraisal of Care Attendants
- Identify and review development opportunities, which will enhance the personal and professional competence of staff and service
- Oversee relevant training for all staff
- Plan, allocate and review the work of Care Attendants through their regular one-to-one supervision
- Arrange and chair regular team meetings for Call & Care staff
Other Duties
- Provide out-of-hours emergency support through an on-call system
- Keep up to date with national and local trends and developments affecting people with dementia and their carers
- Promote the organisation and its aims externally
- Work in partnership with other organisations to promote awareness of dementia
- Attend meetings, training and conferences as required
- Carry out any other duties which may arise from time to time and are appropriate for the level of the post as directed by the CEO.
Person Specification Essential
- NVQ 4/QCF Level 5 in Health and Social Care or willingness to work towards this
- At least 2 years’ experience of managing and supervising staff in a domiciliary setting
- Experience of assessing service user needs and carrying out risk assessments
- Understanding of Personalisation and its impact on direct service delivery
- Knowledge and understanding of CQC regulatory framework
- An interest in the field of Dementia, the process of ageing and social care
- Capacity to work with service users, carers and the public
- Proficient IT skills including knowledge of databases, rota systems and supporting on-line impact reporting and CQC rating
- Good time management skills and ability to work to tight deadlines
- Willingness to work outside normal working hours (on rota system).
Desirable
- Experience of working as a CQC registered manager
- Experience of running a home care or respite service
- Commercial awareness and ability to understand and manage budgets
- Experience of monitoring, evaluating and auditing
- Ability to communicate well within writing and verbally
- Educated to degree level
Applying for the Vacancy
Please ensure you read through all the information enclosed, including the job description and especially the person specification: the latter will be used as the selection criteria.
A maximum of one A4 sheet of additional information may be added to the application form.An application form is required, but CVs can be submitted as supplementary material.
I hope you find this information useful and you decide to make an application.
Please ensure that your application and equality & diversity monitoring form reach us by no later than 5pm 27th October, 2020 if we receive a high volume of candidates we may move the closing date forward and if we receive too few replies, we will extend the closing date.
Individuals offered the position will have to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Mary Burden
HR Manager
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job title: Shop Manager
Salary: Up to £18,833.65 pa plus excellent benefits
Location: Borehamwood
Job type: Permanent
Hours per week: 35 hours
Closing date:28 October 2020
Interview date: 10 November 2020
Please be aware this position will include working 35 hours per week (5 days) on a rota basis to include weekends.
We are seeking an innovative Shop Manager who is looking to make their mark in a high profile store in Borehamwood.
Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity with a nationwide network of adoption and homing centres, volunteer-run branches and charity shops. During 2019 we helped around 191,000 cats and kittens, an average of more than 520 per day.
Each of our shops has its own charm and personality due to our dedicated volunteers and colleagues. From vintage jewellery and jigsaws to harps and handbags, whether our customers are looking for that 'must have' item or simply a 'missing piece', our team of managers ensure customers are met with great customer service. We are helping the environment whilst improving the lives of cats, one t-shirt at a time.
As a Shop Manager you will combine commercial acumen with creativity, leading a team of employees and volunteers to deliver the highest standards of customer service and presentation in order to maximise income for cat welfare. This is an exciting opportunity to manage a successful store, market and promote the store within the community and build an exceptional team that are committed to raising funds to support cats and kittens in our care.
Our successful candidate will be highly self-motivated, positive and resilient and with previous retail and people management experience. A strong communicator with excellent organisational skills, you will have the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with a variety of people and have good knowledge of the issues relating to recruiting and retaining volunteers. Experience of working to targets and KPIs within a retail environment is essential.
To apply for this position please click the APPLY ONLINE button. Our application process requires you submit a CV and answer screening questions – including explaining your interest and suitability for the role. Unfortunately we cannot accept applications or CVs that are emailed to us directly.
For further details please download the job description, available after you have clicked APPLY ONLINE:
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• Candidate information sheet attached
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Girlguiding is currently recruiting a Centre Manager based at Blackland Farm Activity Centre in the beautiful Sussex countryside.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the dynamic leadership team of Girlguiding’s national activity centres during a new phase of strategic development. You will work collaboratively with other national Centre Managers, the Strategic Operations Manager, and our Programme & Events Manager to develop, implement and review a long-term strategy for business growth and stability, in line with our strategic objectives.
As Centre Manager, you will be responsible for the recruitment, training, and development of a diverse staff team, leading them to deliver an exceptional guest experience. In addition, you will oversee adherence to health & safety management systems, and the upkeep of estate grounds, facilities, and maintenance. Furthermore, you will manage the delivery of daily operations at the centre, including outdoor activity and camping provision, event delivery, self-catering hire, and an onsite shop, all with associated budgets.
We are looking for a dedicated professional from the outdoor activity sector, with excellent communication skills that support positive engagement with our stakeholders. You will possess an enthusiasm for outdoor adventure experiences and for motivating and influencing staff. You will also have experience of business, facility, and financial management. Additionally, it will be essential for you to demonstrate an ability to engage with a variety of guest and volunteer, and to show your commitment to our organisational ethos and values.
Due to the nature of the role, evening, overnight and weekend work will be required.
Girlguiding values the differences that a diverse workforce brings and is committed to inclusivity, and to employing and supporting a diverse workforce. Girlguiding is proud to be part of the Stonewall Diversity Champions programme, a member of the Business Disability Forum, and a member of Time to Change. While Girlguiding’s young members may be women only, our staff team is mixed gender. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
We are committed to supporting our staff to achieve a good work-life balance and offer flexible working options wherever we reasonably can. Girlguiding is a COVID secure employer, providing support for all employees during the current pandemic. All staff are required to carry out our online health and safety training and complete a DSE risk assessment to ensure we can provide the support you require.
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ob title: Shop Manager
Salary: Up to £18,833.65 per annum plus excellent benefits
Location: Hereford
Job type: Permanent
Hours per week: 35 hours
Closing date: 26 October 2020
Virtual Interview date: 03 November 2020
Please be aware this position will include working 35 hours per week (5 days) on a rota basis to include weekends.
We are seeking an innovative Shop Manager who is looking to make their mark in a high profile store in Hereford.
Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity with a nationwide network of adoption and homing centres, volunteer-run branches and charity shops. During 2019 we helped around 191,000 cats and kittens, an average of more than 520 per day.
Each of our shops has its own charm and personality due to our dedicated volunteers and colleagues. From vintage jewellery and jigsaws to harps and handbags, whether our customers are looking for that 'must have' item or simply a 'missing piece', our team of managers ensure customers are met with great customer service. We are helping the environment whilst improving the lives of cats, one t-shirt at a time.
As a Shop Manager you will combine commercial acumen with creativity, leading a team of employees and volunteers to deliver the highest standards of customer service and presentation in order to maximise income for cat welfare. This is an exciting opportunity to manage a successful store, market and promote the store within the community and build an exceptional team that are committed to raising funds to support cats and kittens in our care.
Our successful candidate will be highly self-motivated, positive and resilient and with previous retail and people management experience. A strong communicator with excellent organisational skills, you will have the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with a variety of people and have good knowledge of the issues relating to recruiting and retaining volunteers. Experience of working to targets and KPIs within a retail environment is essential.
To apply for this position please click the APPLY ONLINE button. Our application process requires you submit a CV and answer screening questions – including explaining your interest and suitability for the role. Unfortunately we cannot accept applications or CVs that are emailed to us directly.
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Job title: Shop Manager
Salary: Up to £18,833.65 per annum plus excellent benefits
Location: Mumbles
Job type: Permanent
Hours per week: 35 hours
Closing date: 28 October 2020
Virtual Interview date: 04 November 2020
Please be aware this position will include working 35 hours per week (5 days) on a rota basis to include weekends.
We are seeking an innovative Shop Manager who is looking to make their mark in a high profile store in Mumbles.
Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity with a nationwide network of adoption and homing centres, volunteer-run branches and charity shops. During 2019 we helped around 191,000 cats and kittens, an average of more than 520 per day.
Each of our shops has its own charm and personality due to our dedicated volunteers and colleagues. From vintage jewellery and jigsaws to harps and handbags, whether our customers are looking for that 'must have' item or simply a 'missing piece', our team of managers ensure customers are met with great customer service. We are helping the environment whilst improving the lives of cats, one t-shirt at a time.
As a Shop Manager you will combine commercial acumen with creativity, leading a team of employees and volunteers to deliver the highest standards of customer service and presentation in order to maximise income for cat welfare. This is an exciting opportunity to manage a successful store, market and promote the store within the community and build an exceptional team that are committed to raising funds to support cats and kittens in our care.
Our successful candidate will be highly self-motivated, positive and resilient and with previous retail and people management experience. A strong communicator with excellent organisational skills, you will have the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with a variety of people and have good knowledge of the issues relating to recruiting and retaining volunteers. Experience of working to targets and KPIs within a retail environment is essential.
To apply for this position please click the APPLY ONLINE button. Our application process requires you submit a CV and answer screening questions – including explaining your interest and suitability for the role. Unfortunately we cannot accept applications or CVs that are emailed to us directly.
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At Depaul UK have an exciting opportunity for an Outreach Manager to join our team on a full time permanent basis. In return you’ll earn a competitive salary of £30,294 pa + pension & other benefits.
Depaul UK delivers a range of support and housing services around the UK for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. We provide services that prevent homelessness, increase the resilience of those we work with and energise opportunities for employment, education, training & volunteering. We're dedicated to putting our values into action to achieve a society where everyone has a place to call home and a stake in their community.
In return as our Outreach Manager we can offer you:
- Competitive salary
- 26 days of annual holiday plus bank holidays pro rata
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance
The Outreach Manager role:
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Outreach Manager to lead on managing our new service in Greater Manchester.
The successful post-holder is responsible for ensuring the service delivers excellent and continuously improving project performance, focussing on quality and positive outcomes for clients. The post-holder will lead on and ensure high levels of partnership and involvement from clients, staff, volunteers and key stakeholders.
The official job title for this post is Service Manager
What makes this role exciting?
- A full induction and training to enhance the ‘hard’ and ‘soft’ skills required’
- Training in the Depaul Endeavour model
- Continuous support and supervision including reflective practice to develop your learning and skills as a practitioner
What will ideally support your success in the Outreach Manager role?
- Excellent experience of outreach work & worked front line within a homeless service
- Experience in managing a large dispersed team including performance management
- You must have experience in finance; setting a budget, working within a budget, petty cash and payroll
- Good experience in reaching targets, preferably in the housing sector
- You must have experience in report writing and submitting quarterly reports
Closing date: Friday 30 October 2020 at 12:00 pm
So, if this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you and you’d like to become our Outreach Manager then please click ‘apply’ today – don’t miss out, we’d love to hear from you!
An enhanced DBS disclosure is a requirement for this post. Our recruitment checks, induction and ongoing support and supervision reflect our commitment to safeguarding our clients. Depaul UK strives to be equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
We kindly request no contact from Recruitment or Media Agencies.
An exciting and unique opportunity has arisen for a service manager to join our team managing two supported-living homes in North West London, for people with learning disabilities and autism. Norwood founded in 1795 is a leading children's, family and learning disability charity.
Role overview
You will manage the day to day running of 2 supported living services in North West London that supports adults with learning disabilities and autism, in line with Norwood’s Vision, Mission and Values. You will oversee all activities within the services, ensure that each person’s package of support is sufficient to meet their needs and that the care and support provided is person-centred. You will be responsible for the recruitment, training, supervision and appraisal of the staff team.
About you
You will need to be NVQ/QCF Level 5 qualified, hold proven experience of working in the delivery of Care and Support to adults with learning disabilities, autism and PMLD. You need be aware and up to date with the current legislations, including the Health and Social Care Act (2008) and have experience in reviewing and monitoring service delivery, building strong leaderships, team working, people management, delegation and budget setting and management skills.
Our benefits:
• Working with one of the UK’s leading charities
• Pension
• First class training and induction
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Overtime opportunities
• Competitive rates of pay
• Retail discount card
A thorough induction and training package would be provided to all new staff and is the perfect job for somebody that’s looking for an exciting and rewarding career where your input can make a difference.
*CV’s reviewed weekly, interviews arranged to suit on an “as and when required” basis.*
This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure.
Norwood is a disability confident employer.
Patron: Her Majesty The Queen.
Registered Charity No: 1059050
Norwood provides a wide range of quality services, where there might otherwise be none, to people from the Jewish and wider community.
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Registered Manager; Excellent Salary; Children & Young People
Your new company
Hays are working with a client who specialise in working with children and young people they have complex needs. Their needs could be behavioural, emotional, social, learning, physical or a combination.We build care around the unique situation and individual circumstances of each child by providing frontline residential, care services
Your new role
To maintain the smooth running of the home which are either 7 bed or 3 bed by promoting a harmonious culture by coordinating, supervising, directing and facilitating the team in delivering high standards of care. Protection and support to the children and young people by facilitating their physical, psychological, emotional and social development.
Please note there are various locations in Kent we are recruiting for this client, Brand new homes yet to be open.
- To ensure that the children and young person's primary and developmental needs are priority by working to develop a strong caring ethos based on the clients statement of purpose
- Creating a safe environment in which the children and young people feel emotionally & physically secure, and thus facilitates the guidance & the development of their self-esteem and full potential.
- The work of a Home Manager will, at times, be challenging and will include, but is not limited to duties such as:
- Set in place procedures and processes within current government regulations and company policies/procedures, which ensure that all unit staff have a good knowledge and understanding of legal and registration requirements and are working to ensure that all National Care Standards are met to an exceptional level.
- Manage the physical resources of the home in line with legal, Inspection & registration guidelines / requirements and company policies.
- Manage and be responsible for the financial resources of the home, incorporating business management, budgeting and target setting. Directing and delegating as appropriate.
- Monitor & review effective procedures to manage all Health & Safety requirements of Acorn Homes, in line with legal requirements.
- Establish, monitor and evaluate clear child protection procedures within Acorn Homes, in line with the Protection of Children Act and Company policies.
- Instruct & guide staff, through clearly laid out procedures to exercise responsible control over the children in order to ensure their health & safety and to facilitate the children's sense of responsibility and morals.
- Liaise with social workers, schools, therapists and other professionals as required, in order to represent the child's needs or wishes if they are unable to do so themselves or to advise and facilitate them in raising wishes or complaints with the appropriate people, either personally or through delegated members of your staff team.
- Attend court and give evidence when appropriate, and if needed support and direct staff in preparing a child for interviews or court appearances.
- Chair/facilitate meetings as needed & required, directing the compilation of any necessary reports for court, reviews or planning meetings etc, in liaison with your staff team and to organise/ direct / facilitate the carrying out of those plans within the care environment.
- Contribute to and advise directors in Policy development, promoting a positive approach to change and development through the compilation, monitoring and evaluation of the Company's annual business / development plan.
What you'll need to succeed
- Knowledge of Management theories
- Management Qualifications such as NVQ 5 or Registered Managers Award
- Management training & experience
- Training in supportive skills (i.e. counselling)
- Basic knowledge of IT
- Knowledge of Equal opportunities & diversity models
- Up-to date knowledge of Childcare & Child Protection Laws
- Child related/Social care qualifications
What you'll get in return
£48k basic plus opportunity to earn a £12k Company yearly bonus scheme
£5k joining welcoming bonus or relocation package
Opportunity to manage a brand new children's home
4 Weeks Sick Pay a year
What you need to do now
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Are you passionate about supporting young people to achieve their potential? Do you want to work in a challenging, team-focused and rewarding environment? Do you have the skills to lead a diverse team to perform to the best of their abilities?
Centrepoint is the UK’s leading charity for homeless young people. We provide a range of accommodation based and floating support services to vulnerable young people across London, Manchester, Yorkshire and the North East. Our vision is to end youth homelessness but until then we will continue to provide young people with a place to call home, tailored support and the opportunity to build the skills needed to sustain independent living.
This is an exciting Service Manager role based in Hammersmith and Fulham and includes responsibilities for supported accommodation services and floating support services. The Service Manager is responsible for overall service delivery and performance management, providing effective leadership to achieve high quality outcomes for young people and working in partnership with Social Services teams. At Centrepoint, we work in a Psychologically Informed Environment. All staff are required to implement this approach when working with young people.
We are looking for an experienced manager with exceptional skills in establishing and maintaining positive relationships both internally and externally.
A key part of the role will be to promote a vibrant culture with an uncompromising commitment to excellence and a fully integrated support service, reflecting the needs of those accessing the service.
In return for your efforts you will receive a competitive salary, excellent training and development and a host of staff benefits such as interest free travel loan, stakeholder pension scheme entitlement.
We seek to challenge discrimination and are committed to fairness and equality. We especially welcome applications from anyone with direct experience of being homeless or using young people’s service.
Location: Hammersmith and Fulham
Contract: 12 month fixed term contract
Closing Date: Monday 26 October, 12 noon
Centrepoint is the UK’s leading charity for homeless young people.
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Job title: Shop Manager
Salary: Up to £15,066.92 per annum plus London Weighting
Location: Cricklewood
Job type: Permanent
Hours per week: 28 hours
Closing date: 01 November 2020
Virtual Interview date: 11 November 2020
Please be aware this position will include working 28 hours per week on a rota basis to include weekends.
We are seeking an innovative Shop Manager who is looking to make their mark in a high profile store in Cricklewood.
Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity with a nationwide network of adoption and homing centres, volunteer-run branches and charity shops. During 2019 we helped around 191,000 cats and kittens, an average of more than 520 per day.
Each of our shops has its own charm and personality due to our dedicated volunteers and colleagues. From vintage jewellery and jigsaws to harps and handbags, whether our customers are looking for that 'must have' item or simply a 'missing piece', our team of managers ensure customers are met with great customer service. We are helping the environment whilst improving the lives of cats, one t-shirt at a time.
As a Shop Manager you will combine commercial acumen with creativity, leading a team of employees and volunteers to deliver the highest standards of customer service and presentation in order to maximise income for cat welfare. This is an exciting opportunity to manage a successful store, market and promote the store within the community and build an exceptional team that are committed to raising funds to support cats and kittens in our care.
Our successful candidate will be highly self-motivated, positive and resilient and with previous retail and people management experience. A strong communicator with excellent organisational skills, you will have the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with a variety of people and have good knowledge of the issues relating to recruiting and retaining volunteers. Experience of working to targets and KPIs within a retail environment is essential.
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What you’ll do
postiion is part time for 30 hours per week
• Establishing and accountability for operational procedures to ensure the site becomes and
remains a 5* site
• Responsible for ensuring that the shelter’s records are kept up to date, maintaining
paperwork to ensure all audits are successful
• Financial accountability - creating and maintaining budgets, with the overall responsibility
for monitoring inventory. Planning and budgeting for purchases and staffing etc.
Reforecasting income and expenditure on a minimum of a quarterly basis
• Developing and implementing a strategy to deliver additional sources of funding.
• To secure Grant and Trust funding and report back to funders
• Delivering exceptional donor care and communications to supporters
• Developing legacy and ‘In Memory’ giving strategies
• Ensuring all the activities of the Charity are recorded on the database (Salesforce)
• Owning GDPR compliance for the organisation
• Ensuring all fundraising is compliant with all relevant charity and statutory legislation and
codes of practice
• Site responsibility including Health & Safety. Ensuring that records are maintained, activities are risk assessed and the charity is compliant
• Working with the Animal Care Manager to ensure good quality animal welfare at all times
and that Happy Landings meets the Association of Dog and Cat Home minimum standards
Additional duties will also include supporting the Animal Care Manager with day to day
support, ensuring animals in the shelter have everything they need, giving tours of the
shelter and representing the shelter at community events
Skills you’ll have
To be successful in the role you will need to demonstrate
- Several years of experience in a managerial role is a prerequisite, ideally complemented with work in a not for profit and animal rescue organisation.
- Experience of managing and motivating teams.
- A background in fundraising or demonstrable experience in devising and managing fundraising and other income generation strategies.
- Interacting with people in a wide range of situations and environment.
- Overseeing budgets, forecasting and reforecasting.
- Solid computer skills including familiarity with using popular record keeping and word processing programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, and database management software).
Principal Practice Tutor (PPT) is an exciting role for someone who wishes to combine management and leadership responsibilities whilst keeping a close connection to the work of their team by working directly with participants on the Frontline Programme. You will join a team of Principal Practice Tutors who provide programme leadership and team management that is central to effective delivery of the Frontline programme. You will ensure a high quality teaching experience, resolve escalated participant issues and support Consultant Social Workers to provide an excellent practice learning experience to participants.
There are 2 roles available: 1 based in West Midlands and 1 in East Midlands with regular travel across your geographical area.
The role comprises of 6 core areas of responsibility;
- Programme leadership and team management
- Resolve escalated participant issues
- Practice learning of participants
- Consultant Social Workers
- Teaching
- Supporting wider organisational objectives
We are actively seeking applicants from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.
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