Deputy Manager (RN)

Location: Agnes Court - Banbury
Employment type: Permanent
Job type: Full time
Salary: £19.45 per hour/ (£38,031 per annum FTE 37.5)

Full time, 37.5 hours. The role is Monday - Friday 9am-5pm with occasional need to support the service at a weekend.

As a Deputy Manager with Leonard Cheshire you will support the Service Manager in the day to day operation of the service. This includes deputising in their absence and responsibility for the direct supervision and line-management of nurses, support staff and other staff in the service. You will be accountable for monitoring, maintaining and providing the highest standards of nursing, clinical, personal support and service delivery, while promoting independence and choice of our residents.

You will:

- Be a registered nurse, holding current registration with NMC.
- Have a level of professional development and registration (may include level 5 leadership in health & social care qualification).
- Have experience of providing direct personal and social care.
- Be experienced in managing a team of nursing and support staff.
- Have experience of working with customers who have physical and/or learning disabilities.
- Be able to work flexibly in accordance with rostered hours.

In return we offer a great range of employee schemes and benefits, including generous annual leave, discounts for high street retailers, contributory pension scheme and so much more!

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

A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post.

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

* No agencies please *

Closing Date: 11 December 2020

You may have experience of the following: Registered General Nurse, Registered Nurse, Nursing, NHS, RGN, Staff Nurse, Hospital, Nursing, Nurse, NMC, General Nurse, Social Care, Healthcare, Learning Disabilities, etc.

Ref: 95389

Interviews will be held the week of the 30th of November 2020.

You may have experience of the following: HR Advisor, HR Consultant, Human Resources, HR Coordinator, Charity, Third Sector, Human Resources Advisor, Human Resources Consultant, Not For Profit, NFP etc.

Deputy Manager

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 are excited to announce the opening of their new Residential Service based in Heaton, Bolton. This 5-bed service 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.

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Deputy Manager to join their friendly and professional team where you will support the Registered 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 to support the services, so flexibility is required”

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 their 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 their residential home to support 4/5 young people in their 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 their 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 their 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 Tuesday 15th December.

Please note that we do not accept CV’s and the application must be completed in full.

To support their commitment as a COVID-19 Secure employer, all of their 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.

At Depaul UK we have a fantastic new opportunity for a Deputy Project Manager to join the team in Greater Manchester. You will join us on a full-time, fixed-term contract basis, and in return, you will receive a salary of £30,294 per annum + pension & other benefits.

Depaul UK helps people around the UK who are homeless, vulnerable and disadvantaged, with a special focus on young people. We are now looking for locum Project / Support Workers through Accommodation, Floating Support, Family Mediation, Administration, and Nightstop.

We are a homelessness charity with the largest network of emergency accommodation for young people in the UK, making a difference to the lives of thousands of young people each year. We are unique, innovative and very passionate about what we do, working in the very heart of local communities.

Benefits of joining us as a Deputy Project Manager:

- 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays pro rata

- Contributory pension scheme

- Life assurance

- Cycle to work scheme

- Interest-free Annual Season Ticket Loan

- Four Weeks Paternity Leave

The Deputy Project Manager Role:

The role will support the Service Manager to ensure the service delivers excellent and continuously improving project performance as well as ensuring the effective and safe management of the project on a day to day basis. This includes undertaking a case co-ordination role for individual clients as part of a multi-agency team, line managing progression coaches, and managing volunteers.

What makes this Deputy Project Manager role exciting?

- A full induction and training to enhance the ‘hard’ and ‘soft’ skills required’

- Continuous support and supervision to develop your learning and skills as a practitioner

What will ideally support your success as our Deputy Project Manager?

- Significant experience of working with people with complex needs

- Experience of engaging and working with external partners to achieve better outcomes for clients

- Ability to supervise the work of others

- Experience of using Risk Assessments and Support Planning

- Experience of operating safeguarding requirements and procedures

Final closing date:  Friday 11th December 12:00pm

Interview date: TBC

We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis and will close once we’ve received sufficient applications
So, if this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you and you’d like to become our Deputy Project 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.

We are looking for a dynamic, highly motivated and community-spirited individual for a pivotal and exciting role at the Farm, covering for our existing Deputy Manager while she is on maternity leave. As the charity strives to recover from nine months of lockdown, the successful candidate will work closely with the General Manager to deliver the Farm’s vision and strategy, maintain an important and much loved green space, and run a programme of successful and highly-regarded projects and events, engaging those most in need in the local community.  The post holder will take a lead role in the day-to-day management of Farm staff and our youth programme, will oversee the Farm’s income-generating activities, and manage our new  AQA Awards accreditation scheme.

To apply download please visit our website’s jobs page where you will find a job pack with full job description & person specification and an application form. 

Are you ready to take the next step towards a management career in a charity which makes a real difference to lives of people who are homeless?

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a vital new Women’s service in Reading providing accommodation and essential support to vulnerable homeless women with complex needs.

The Nova Project is a specialist women’s service, in the heart of Reading.  The service will provide barrier-free accommodation to female clients in the Reading area, with essential individual support in keeping with their wants & needs.  The service is a joint enterprise between Reading Borough Council and St Mungo’s and other essential partner agencies in area.  The Nova Project will serve to provide a safe place for residents to call home, with the essential professional support and oversight to ensure safety, recovery and progression.

In the rewarding role of Deputy Manager you will work as part of the team supporting the day-to-day management of our hostel accommodation; providing a safe and supportive environment for female clients in which to build confidence and ‘promote opportunities’ for positive change. You will also be responsible for the line management of team members; offering motivation and supervision to deliver high quality housing related support to our clients with a recovery-focused and person-centred approach.

Who we’re looking for

We are working hard to create a diverse and fully inclusive culture where all staff feel valued and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

This role will suit a passionate and committed individual who has experience of coordinating or leading a service delivery team in relevant services and understands the issues faced by homeless or vulnerable people and the ability to empower individuals to make positive changes.

Experience of managing staff and volunteers in a fast paced environment; or the willingness to develop these skills will be essential.

You will also require the ability to effectively prioritise your own time and workload and come up with practical ideas to improve services; have excellent communication skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients, a staff team and other internal and external stakeholders.

Finally, flexibility is necessary for this post, as you may be required to work outside of normal working hours.

If the above sounds like you we’d love to hear from you!

To view job descriptions on our vacancies page, please click on the document available tab above the relevant job advert.

*For genuine occupational requirement reasons we are looking to appoint a female only for this post (exemption under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9)

What we offer

• Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities

St Mungo’s employees are encouraged to consider opportunities to develop new skills or progress including; secondments, internal transfers, application to new roles in the organisation or just to get involved in various projects happening within the organisation.

As a result last year 35% of our vacancies were filled by promotions. In 2019 we achieved We Invest in People Gold level accreditation and are one of just 3% of housing associations to achieve this standard; 82% of staff who took part in the IIP survey say St Mungo’s is a great place to work.

• A Diverse and Inclusive Work Place

At St Mungo’s, equality, diversity and inclusion are central to the organisation's values and how we work. We are proud of our commitment to diversity and inclusion and have 8 great Diversity Networks to support clients and staff from different backgrounds so they are able to be their best selves. Our Networks include: BAME, Carer’s and Parent’s, Lived Experience, LGBTQIA+, Disability Awareness, South West, Irish and Women’s Action.

• Flexible Working and Other Benefits

We are committed to maintaining your work/life balance. We offer 25 days annual leave, and operate a very popular Flexi Time scheme, which allows you to supplement your annual leave entitlement. After 5 years, staff annual leave entitlement increases to 28 days.

St Mungo’s contribute 4% of your gross annual salary, and you are able to enrol in the Defined Contribution scheme following a successful probationary period in which the employer contribution is 6%.

What we do

At St Mungo’s our vision is that everyone has a place to call home and can fulfil their hopes and ambitions. As a homelessness charity and housing association, our clients are at the heart of what we do, and in 2019 we supported nearly 30,000 people who were either homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Our staff are crucial to making this happen.

How to apply

To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website. 

Closing date: 10am on Wednesday 9 December 2020

Interview and assessments on: Monday 21 or Tuesday 22 December 2020, via a Google Meet video call due to Covid19 distancing.

It is a requirement for this post that an enhanced DBS disclosure check will be undertaken for the successful candidate.

Please be advised that all appointments will be made on St Mungo’s current standard Terms and Conditions (T&Cs); this also applies to any internal candidates.

Are you ready to take the next step towards a management career in a charity which makes a real difference to lives of people who are homeless?

St Mungo’s is at the forefront of supporting individuals experiencing, or who have experienced, homelessness. Our work is more crucial now than ever before as we support our clients throughout the Covid-19 pandemic and ensure that no one who has been housed during this time returns to homelessness.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Manager to join our new Accommodation Service in Reading on a permanent, full-time basis.

Great Knolly’s Street provides PIE accommodation, which comprises bespoke pod accommodation units, to residents in a newly-designed site in central Reading.  The services closely adhere to the recovery model & trauma informed approach and will provide a period of settled accommodation to residents with a history of homelessness and complex needs.  The service will be operated in partnership with Reading Borough Council and provides an excellent opportunity to support individuals in accessing a home with an appropriate, and considered, element of support and eventual move-on to long-term, settled accommodation.

In the rewarding role of Deputy Manager you will work as part of the team supporting the day-to-day management of our hostel accommodation; providing a safe and supportive environment for clients in which to build confidence and ‘promote opportunities’ for positive change. You will also be responsible for the line management of team members; offering motivation and supervision to deliver high quality housing related support to our clients with a recovery-focused and person-centred approach.

Who we’re looking for

We are working hard to create a diverse and fully inclusive culture where all staff feel valued and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

This role will suit a passionate and committed individual who has experience of coordinating or leading a service delivery team in relevant services and understands the issues faced by homeless or vulnerable people and the ability to empower individuals to make positive changes.

Experience of managing staff and volunteers in a fast paced environment; or the willingness to develop these skills will be essential.

You will also require the ability to effectively prioritise your own time and workload and come up with practical ideas to improve services; have excellent communication skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients, a staff team and other internal and external stakeholders.

Finally, flexibility is necessary for this post, as you may be required to work outside of normal working hours.

If the above sounds like you we’d love to hear from you!

To view job descriptions on our vacancies page, please click on the document available tab above the relevant job advert.

What we offer

• Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities

St Mungo’s employees are encouraged to consider opportunities to develop new skills or progress including; secondments, internal transfers, application to new roles in the organisation or just to get involved in various projects happening within the organisation.

As a result last year 35% of our vacancies were filled by promotions. In 2019 we achieved We Invest in People Gold level accreditation and are one of just 3% of housing associations to achieve this standard; 82% of staff who took part in the IIP survey say St Mungo’s is a great place to work.

• A Diverse and Inclusive Work Place

At St Mungo’s, equality, diversity and inclusion are central to the organisation's values and how we work. We are proud of our commitment to diversity and inclusion and have 8 great Diversity Networks to support clients and staff from different backgrounds so they are able to be their best selves. Our Networks include: BAME, Carer’s and Parent’s, Lived Experience, LGBTQIA+, Disability Awareness, South West, Irish and Women’s Action.

• Flexible Working and Other Benefits

We are committed to maintaining your work/life balance. We offer 25 days annual leave, and operate a very popular Flexi Time scheme, which allows you to supplement your annual leave entitlement. After 5 years, staff annual leave entitlement increases to 28 days.

St Mungo’s contribute 4% of your gross annual salary, and you are able to enrol in the Defined Contribution scheme following a successful probationary period in which the employer contribution is 6%.

For this role staff can claim an additional 20% pay premium for hours worked between 8pm and 8am Monday to Friday, and all hours worked on Saturday and Sunday. 

What we do

At St Mungo’s our vision is that everyone has a place to call home and can fulfil their hopes and ambitions. As a homelessness charity and housing association, our clients are at the heart of what we do, and in 2019 we supported nearly 30,000 people who were either homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Our staff are crucial to making this happen.

How to apply

To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website. 

Closing date: 10am on Wednesday 9 December 2020

Interview and assessments on: Monday 21 or Tuesday 22 December 2020, via a Google Meet video call due to Covid19 distancing.

It is a requirement for this post that an enhanced DBS disclosure check will be undertaken for the successful candidate.

Please be advised that all appointments will be made on St Mungo’s current standard Terms and Conditions (T&Cs); this also applies to any internal candidates.

Witness Service Deputy Team Leader (Court Services) - Derby Magistrates and Chesterfield Justice Centre - Fixed term for 9 months

Department: Witness Service - National

Interview date: 7/1/21

Contract Duration: 9 months

The Citizens Advice Witness Service provides a vital service offering free and independent support for witnesses in every criminal court across England and Wales.

The Witness Service has over 260 staff and 3000 volunteers and offers free, independent, impartial and confidential support and information to 15,000 witnesses each month to give evidence in every criminal court in England and Wales.

Last year, Citizens Advice helped 2.6 million people face-to-face, by phone, email and webchat, and we received 25 million visits to our digital advice content. We solve 7 in 10 clients' problems, and 4 in 5 tell us that advice improved their lives.

We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented throughout Citizens Advice. We are a member of the race equality campaign at Business in the Community, the Prince’s responsible business network and are committed to improving employment opportunities for ethnic minorities across the UK. We also welcome applications from, LGB and Trans and non binary candidates. 

We have made a positive commitment to employing disabled people and guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role as set out in role profiles.

Do you have experience of working as or alongside volunteers?

Are you looking to develop your management skills or for a new challenge?

We are looking for someone who is a great motivator who thrives on leading teams to deliver positive outcomes.

The Role

As the Deputy Team Leader (Court Services), working alongside Team Leaders you will be responsible for the delivery of the Witness Service within your court/s. 

You will share responsibility for the effective coordination and development of volunteers who support witnesses in their journey through the criminal justice system.

You will  be responsible for general service administrative tasks within the courts, as well as inputting service data. 

Who we are looking for

We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, who can adapt to and manage change. Someone who has administrative skills and is computer literate to a high standard.

We welcome applications from diverse candidates who can demonstrate transferable skills.

This post is subject to enhanced vetting and barring check.

• You will love working with us because:
• We value diversity and equity
• You will be a part of a fantastic team who works collaboratively and inclusively, using cutting edge IT solutions to help us work better together
• You will be making a positive difference in people’s lives
• Your health and wellbeing is important to us, we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, including access to counselling sessions, both online and on the phone support.
• Your future financial health is helped by a generous pension scheme
• You can further your career with training and development tailored to you
• You will have access to an online employee support networks and forums
• Generous annual leave allowance starting at 26 days plus bank holidays with an additional 4 days off at the end of the year
• Opportunity to buy additional annual leave
• Generous maternity pay and shared parental leave
• 3 days paid volunteering each year
• Discount scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Inhouse mentoring scheme 

We look for people to help us improve and transform our organisation. We can offer you the opportunity to make a genuine impact and create lasting change within an organisation that makes a difference in the lives of millions of people every year. 

Retail & Distribution Centre Deputy Manager (Hoylake)

15hrs/week across Mon–Sun

Band 3: £17,334-£20,431pa per annum

We are looking for the right person to be the Deputy Manager of our Distribution Centre in Hoylake, which will serve as the logistics hub for our growing portfolio of charity shops. The post holder will support the management of the van team, oversee stock logistics, and run a successful retail space on days on duty as Deputy Manager.

Additionally, the successful candidate will support the leadership of a team of volunteers in Hoylake in contributing towards the hundreds of thousands of pounds raised from Wirral Hospice St John’s retail fundraising activities.

We provide high quality care to our patients and their loved ones at a time of most need. You might think a hospice environment would be a sad and quiet place but it’s an organisation with a great culture and a dedicated team of staff and volunteers.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a track record of working in a supervisory or management role in a retail outlet to generate increased income levels and profit return.
Do you believe you have the skills and proven competencies to help us maximise our current retail offerings and be part of our thriving network of stores across Wirral?

Posts are subject to Disclosure & Barring Service Certificate.

Closing date for receipt of completed application forms is 9am on Mon 14 December 2020.
Interviews will be held on Mon 21 & Tue 22 December 2020.

Wirral Hospice St John’s
Mount Road,
Higher Bebington
Wirral
CH63 6JE
Registered Charity No. 510643

Helpline Deputy Manager / Mental Health Support

Hours 37.5 hours per week

Location: Birmingham

Salary £24,092 per annum

Our client is a leading provider of mental health services in Birmingham and the West Midlands. They offer high quality services that support both recovery and wellbeing and they actively work with people so that they can be in control of their lives. With respect for the individual at the forefront of all the work they do, our client has a well-earned reputation for excelling in quality.

With over 50 years’ experience of supporting people with mental health difficulties within their local communities, they always strive to challenge the stigma that surrounds mental distress.

Our client’s Helpline service is aimed at service users and their carers living in Birmingham and Solihull, to offer a range of interventions to support individuals who are experiencing psychological distress and/or a mental health crisis. Additionally the service has been designed and developed to help reduce the burden on statutory services including A&E departments and the police.

The role: 

The Deputy Manager for the Helpline service will provide support to a team of Helpline Intervention workers and volunteers with the day to day management of the Helpline Service.

The Helpline Service is a 7 day a week service operating between the hours of 9am -11pm and requires a member of the management team present at all times.  Under the direction of the service manager you will support the running of the Helpline service in line with contractual requirements, our client’s Vision and Values, its Operating Policy and Procedures, and any relevant legal requirements.

About you: 

The successful candidate will possess the following skills and experience;

• Experience in a supervisory role.

• Previous experience of working either in a voluntary or paid role within the Health and Social care sector.

• A positive attitude to people who have experienced mental health difficulties.

• Experience of managing challenging situations and working under pressure.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• A flexible approach in terms of your working hours which will include evenings and weekends.

Rewards: 

Benefits include an attractive defined contribution pension scheme, Paycare which offers employees affordable cover for a range of healthcare treatments, an Employee Assistance Programme which includes free counselling and a comprehensive training Programme. 

 

Our client’s people are key to the success of the organisation and they are recognised as both a Mindful Employer as well as achieving Gold standard success in Investors in People. They welcome applications from people who have experienced mental health difficulties and they particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic members of their local community who are currently under-represented at management level.

If you wish to apply please provide a detailed explanation of how you feel that you have the skills and experience required for this position.

The closing date for applications is 14 December 2020

Interviews will take place on 21 December 2020

Background:

Mary Frances Trust (MFT) is a Charitable Company established in 1994 by carers, people accessing mental health services and professionals to support people experiencing mental health problems. It is a non-medical service set up to address the social consequences of mental ill-health on the lives and well-being of mental health service users.

These include the following:

• low self-esteem and self-confidence (compounded by the negative attitudes in our society towards those with mental health problems)

• social isolation and exclusion from many areas of community life (including leisure, volunteering and education)

• low income because of long term reliance on Benefits (Mental Health service users have the lowest rate of employment of any group of disabled people)

• poorer physical health and reduced life expectancy compared to the general population.

The social model MFT works within is based on three principles:

• Membership of a caring and supportive community.

• Active and voluntary service user involvement in every aspect of running our organisation (this includes day-to-day activities and monitoring, reviewing and co-producing projects and services)

• Equal and respectful relationships between staff and service users.

Specifically, we are looking for a very motivated and able Community Connections Support Coordinator, who will appreciate the exciting opportunity of working with a variety of clients with mental health problems helping them develop their potential.

The Area Support Coordinator will be required to coordinate and lead on activities and groups and carry out one to one advice and support sessions for people residing in Surrey

MFT are commissioned by Surrey County Council and Surrey Downs Clinical Commissioning Group to provide leadership for Community Connections Mental Health Services in Mole Valley, Epsom & Ewell, East Elmbridge, and Banstead. We are also to be contracted to provide services within West Elmbridge.

Surrey Community Connections services are open access services, delivered by the third sector, to support people (aged 16 and over) with mental health needs to stay well in their communities. The services promote social inclusion, community participation, mental wellbeing, and recovery by connecting people to ‘mainstream’ activities in their community by offering a variety of group activities and one to one support.

Job Purpose:

This a 1year fixed term contract which may result in a fulltime permanent position (this is not assured). The person we are looking for will be required to meet all relevant requirements of our Community Connections contract.

• MFT delivers its programmes using both face to face and virtual platforms

•  During Covid the work is likely to be homebased.

Key Responsibilities: Responsibilities of Community Connections Area Support Coordinator

• As part of a staff team, to engage with clients using services provided by MFT

• To work with staff, clients and volunteers to maintain a safe, respectful and pleasant environment for everyone using the service

• To support and encourage clients to participate in mainstream activities in the community (such as education, sports, leisure, faith, employment)

• To work with people using their service to identify their aspirations and needs by using the recovery star outcomes monitoring tool, both at first contact with the service and at regular intervals to work with the person to achieve their identified goals.

• To support the other members of the Community Connections team in planning and delivering the courses, groups and activities that take place on the virtual programme

• To maintain contact with those using the service via differing methods, for welfare checks and one-to-one emotional support appointments

• To work and actively implement all operational policies and procedures

• To become familiar with relevant aspects of the day-to-day operations of MFT (including resources and equipment)

• To remain faithful to, and to practise, the highest possible degree of user involvement

• To be accountable to the Programme Manager for all activities undertaken as part of the MFT programme, in particular through supervision and agreed objectives

• To represent, when required, MFT at a variety of fora, including those responsible for the planning and delivery of mental health services

• To maintain the highest professional standards

• To maintain appropriate, professional boundaries with clients, complying with MFT policies and procedures

• To always act in the best interest of the organisation, our clients, Management Board and associates. Responsibilities of the Community Connections Area Coordinator (specific for the role)

• To coordinate groups, courses and activities and work with the programme manager to produce a quality service.

• To work with the wider Community Connections team and Coproduction groups to develop a vibrant programme of activities, groups, and courses for people using MFT

• To accept and process initial referrals and implement individual monitoring tools (Recovery Star)

• To establish and maintain a strong and positive rapport with clients of the MFT and to assist them with achieving their own goals

• To be able to assess risk on a daily basis and react accordingly

• To motivate people attending groups, activities and one to one sessions.

• To promote “if you don’t do it, it doesn’t happen” attitude

• To help people adapt to change within mental health services

• To support and provide assistance with any relevant initiatives undertaken by the people using the service

• To manage and work with volunteers helping out with groups and activities

• To work with the team of professionals and communicate well with colleagues working from different locations

• To conduct ongoing evaluation of the programmes and services and implement improvements as necessary

• To establish and sustain strong and appropriate working relationships with our partnership organisations and other external organisations

• To keep up to date with all the opportunities available for our clients

• To monitor and evaluate activities and provide data for our funders and trustees

• To maintain databases and undertake any other administrative duties.

This is not an exhaustive list of the duties that may need to be undertaken. It may be necessary to undertake other duties in order to fulfil the objectives of the charity.

The Climate Parliament is an international network of Members of Parliament concerned about the climate emergency and committed to accelerating the global transition to clean energy. We work mainly with national legislators in Africa, Asia, the Arab region and Latin America. Among other activities, we organise international parliamentary roundtable meetings at which MPs learn about climate and energy issues, exchange experience, and become part of a network of like-minded colleagues. We have had a major impact on renewable energy budgets, laws and policies in a number of countries.

Over the next years, we will be collaborating with the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office of the UK coordinating international partnerships for a research project on sustainable energy and transport. The Climate Parliament also collaborates with the European Commission and the UN Industrial Development Organisation on a project to engage African, Arab and small island legislators on issues of climate, clean energy, sustainable transport and energy access. These programmes will include a series of parliamentary roundtable meetings, both online and in person. In parallel, we will be convening meetings in collaboration with other donors.

We are looking for a Network Coordinator based in or near London or Brighton. The Network Coordinator will help to identify the best MPs to invite, organise roundtable meetings, manage the Climate Parliament website and social media, write detailed minutes of meetings, write and review news items for the website, write donor proposals and reports, and handle administrative tasks. The Network Coordinator will help research and develop action recommendations for the MPs. The salary before tax will be £30,000 per annum.

Candidates must:

• Have a relevant university degree.
• Be fluent in spoken and written English, with excellent writing skills.
• Have relevant work experience.
• Get along well with colleagues and work well in a team.
• Be well organised and self-motivated, able to work without day-to-day supervision.
• Have the right to live and work in the UK.
• Be based in or near London or Brighton.

In addition, any of the following are desirable:

• Fluent French.
• Good IT skills.
• Video editing skills.
• Knowledge of energy policy.
• Experience of development work, especially in Africa or South Asia.
• Knowledge of renewable energy or climate science.
• Experience working with MPs.

The Climate Parliament has no central office. Each staff member works from home in their own part of the world, with plenty of interaction with colleagues through Skype, Teams and email. You need to be sure that you will be happy working from home. This suits some people, but it doesn’t suit everyone.

The Climate Parliament is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people from developing countries are encouraged to apply.

Please submit your CV and a cover letter by 07 December, 2020.

Deputy Team Leader (Court Services) Witness Service - Reading Crown and Magistrates courts

Department: Witness Service - National

Interview date: 14.12.2020

The Citizens Advice Witness Service provides a vital service offering free and independent support for witnesses in every criminal court across England and Wales.

The Witness Service has over 260 staff and 3000 volunteers and offers free, independent, impartial and confidential support and information to 15,000 witnesses each month to give evidence in every criminal court in England and Wales.

Last year, Citizens Advice helped 2.6 million people face-to-face, by phone, email and webchat, and we received 25 million visits to our digital advice content. We solve 7 in 10 clients' problems, and 4 in 5 tell us that advice improved their lives.

We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented throughout Citizens Advice. We are a member of the race equality campaign at Business in the Community, the Prince’s responsible business network and are committed to improving employment opportunities for ethnic minorities across the UK. We also welcome applications from, LGB and Trans and non binary candidates. 

We have made a positive commitment to employing disabled people and guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role as set out in role profiles.

We look for people to help us improve and transform our organisation. We can offer you the opportunity to make a genuine impact and create lasting change within an organisation that makes a difference in the lives of millions of people every year.

Do you have experience of working as or alongside volunteers?

Are you looking to develop your management skills or for a new challenge?

We are looking for someone who is a great motivator who thrives on leading teams to deliver positive outcomes.

The Role

As the Deputy Team Leader (Court Services), working alongside your Team Leader, you will be responsible for the delivery of the Witness Service within your court/s. 

You will share responsibility for the effective coordination and development of volunteers who support witnesses in their journey through the criminal justice system.

You will  be responsible for general service administrative tasks within the courts, as well as inputting service data.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, who can adapt to and manage change. Someone who has administrative skills and is computer literate to a high standard.

We welcome applications from diverse candidates who can demonstrate transferable skills.

This post is subject to enhanced vetting and barring check.

You will love working with us because:

• We value diversity and equity
• You will be a part of a fantastic team who works collaboratively and inclusively, using cutting edge IT solutions to help us work better together
• You will be making a positive difference in people’s lives
• Your health and wellbeing is important to us, we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, including access to counselling sessions, both online and on the phone support.
• Your future financial health is helped by a generous pension scheme
• You can further your career with training and development tailored to you
• You will have access to an online employee support networks and forums
• Generous annual leave allowance starting at 26 days plus bank holidays with an additional 4 days off at the end of the year
• Opportunity to buy additional annual leave
• Generous maternity pay and shared parental leave
• 3 days paid volunteering each year
• Discount scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Inhouse mentoring scheme

The Citizens Advice Witness Service provides a vital service offering free and independent support for witnesses in every criminal court across England and Wales.

The Witness Service has over 260 staff and 3000 volunteers and offers free, independent, impartial and confidential support and information to 15,000 witnesses each month to give evidence in every criminal court in England and Wales.

Last year, Citizens Advice helped 2.6 million people face-to-face, by phone, email and webchat, and we received 25 million visits to our digital advice content. We solve 7 in 10 clients' problems, and 4 in 5 tell us that advice improved their lives.

We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented throughout Citizens Advice. We are a member of the race equality campaign at Business in the Community, the Prince’s responsible business network and are committed to improving employment opportunities for ethnic minorities across the UK. We also welcome applications from, LGB and Trans and non binary candidates. 

We have made a positive commitment to employing disabled people and guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role as set out in role profiles.

Do you have experience of working as or alongside volunteers?

Are you looking to develop your management skills or for a new challenge?

We are looking for someone who is a great motivator who thrives on leading teams to deliver positive outcomes.

The Role

As the Deputy Team Leader (Court Services), working alongside Team Leaders you will be responsible for the delivery of the Witness Service within your court/s. 

You will share responsibility for the effective coordination and development of volunteers who support witnesses in their journey through the criminal justice system.

You will  be responsible for general service administrative tasks within the courts, as well as inputting service data.

 Who we are looking for

We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, who can adapt to and manage change. Someone who has administrative skills and is computer literate to a high standard.

We welcome applications from diverse candidates who can demonstrate transferable skills.

This post is subject to enhanced vetting and barring check.

• You will love working with us because:
• We value diversity and equity
• You will be a part of a fantastic team who works collaboratively and inclusively, using cutting edge IT solutions to help us work better together
• You will be making a positive difference in people’s lives
• Your health and wellbeing is important to us, we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, including access to counselling sessions, both online and on the phone support.
• Your future financial health is helped by a generous pension scheme
• You can further your career with training and development tailored to you
• You will have access to an online employee support networks and forums
• Generous annual leave allowance starting at 26 days plus bank holidays with an additional 4 days off at the end of the year
• Opportunity to buy additional annual leave
• Generous maternity pay and shared parental leave
• 3 days paid volunteering each year
• Discount scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Inhouse mentoring scheme

We look for people to help us improve and transform our organisation. We can offer you the opportunity to make a genuine impact and create lasting change within an organisation that makes a difference in the lives of millions of people every year.

Response Organisation is the largest mental health charity in Oxfordshire, and we have locations in Berkshire and now Buckinghamshire.

Homecare Coordinator - £20,400 - £22,667 per annum

•25 days holiday + bank hols
•Free parking on site

•Employee Assistance Programme
•Social Events throughout the year
•Discounted shopping

•Cycle to Work Scheme
•Subsidised Gym Membership

•Training, Learning and Development
•Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme

•£500 Refer a Friend Bonus Scheme

Do you have the desire to help change lives and an interest in mental health?
Response provides a range of support to people that experience severe and enduring mental health needs, and we are recruiting a Homecare Coordinator to join our Homecare team in Oxford. This is a full-time role, 37 hours a week that covers shifts from Monday-Sunday, varied hours. The role will be to support individuals with severe and enduring mental health needs to live their lives in a positive way and assist them to improve their physical and mental well-being and promote and encourage as much independence as possible.

Our main priority for any role within Response is to find people that can live our values every day. Experience within a care or mental health setting is desirable, qualifications are advantageous, however, we have a Learning & Development team who are happy to support you and your personal development and work to progress your career with us!

Above all, we are looking for people that share our values below and want to make a real difference to people’s lives:

Caring – Our residents are the heart and soul of all that we do, we provide person-centred care that enables residents to live a life worth living. We believe that differences should be celebrated, and each resident’s uniqueness enhances not only our community, but also the support we provide. 
Safe – Honest and open relationships help to make all of our residents feel safe, and we provide a safe place for recovery for as long as a resident may require. 
Creative – Continuous learning from one another is key. When working with a resident at their own pace there is/ are many ways to get creative with how they are supported. 
Aspirational – Recovery is focused on what a resident can do, not what they can’t.

You will have a duty of care to safeguard and protect vulnerable residents/potential residents and manage crisis situations when required and liaise with multi-disciplinary teams and carers. You will take part in the on-call rota and be seen as a mentor for new staff and assist in the shadowing process. You will regularly quality check files in our service users homes. You will be able to use your initiative and demonstrate your leadership skills to ensure that residents are empowered and supported to work towards their life goals and independence.
Access to your own vehicle – along with a full driving license – would be great. You will need previous experience in care, top-notch communication and organisational skills, as well as knowing your way around a computer and relevant software packages.

If this Homecare Coordinator role sounds like the role for you then please click ‘Apply’ today! We’d love to hear from you!