• 2 vacancies
• 21.75 - 36.25 hours per week
• Fixed-term contract to 31st March 2020

Based in an inner city multi-racial area of Leeds, Chapeltown Citizens Advice is an independent charity with 19 paid staff and 45 volunteers that provides a comprehensive advice service from its main office and outreaches.

We are looking for 2 fte advisers to join the Help to Claim Team. You will establish a client's eligibility for Universal Credit, perform benefit checks and support clients to make a Universal Credit claim where appropriate. You will work from Chapeltown Citizens Advice and outreach venues, contributing to both the Help to Claim service and our wider service ambitions. We will accept applications from people willing to work between 3 and 5 days per week.

You will be an experienced adviser in which case you’ll have a knowledge of the welfare benefits system, excellent IT skills and the ability to interview clients using sensitive listening and questioning skills to get to the root of the issues, empowering clients accessing the service, whilst maintaining structure and control of interviews. With a background in advice work, you will be able to assess client needs, identify related issues and offer support to access other services. Having knowledge of the benefit system including universal credit and legacy benefits is essential.

CLOSING DATE: Noon on 19th November 2019

PLEASE NOTE: WE WILL ONLY BE IN CONTACT WITH CANDIDATES SHORTLISTED FOR INTERVIEW

Charity Registration No: 1118513

Title: Contracts Administrator

Hours: Part Time – 14 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Location: Leeds (Burnley or Liverpool also will be considered)

The Contract Management function is responsible for ensuring that we comply with the contractual requirements of our Funders. The team are responsible for financial and performance reporting to the Funders and collecting supporting evidence which will stand up to Funder audits.

This role supports The Trust’s mission ‘to help disadvantaged young people in the UK to change their lives and get into work, education or training’.  The Contract Administrator will deliver The Trust’s strategic goals by:

 - promote ourselves throughout the public and private sectors as the key organisation which achieves positive outcomes for unemployed young people

 - maintain our strength in corporate and public sector funding, whilst seeking opportunities to diversify additional funding streams

 - continue to ensure our young people progress into positive opportunities, with an increased focus on sustainable outcomes
 

To learn more about the role please visit our website

About The Prince’s Trust

We are a youth charity whose mission is to help young people transform their lives by developing the confidence and skills, to live, learn and earn. This year we will support more than 70,000 young people through a range of proven programmes, with three in four achieving a positive outcome!

We have a bold ambition to extend the reach and impact of our work and help one million more young people transform their lives over the next ten years.  Our job is to inspire them, support them and release their potential, so that they can thrive and society can prosper.  We will focus on innovation, to ensure we adapt and remain relevant in a rapidly changing world.  We owe it to ourselves and the young people we serve, to do the best work of our lives and to help give them an increasing stake in our economy and society. They are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us.

The Prince’s Trust is committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the welfare of the children and young people we work with. Successful applicants to roles at The Prince’s Trust will be subject to criminal vetting checks, and where necessary for the role, a check at an enhanced level will be required.

To apply for this vacancy please complete the online application.  To help you with the supporting statement section, you may want to visit our website to download a copy of the Prince’s Trust Behavioural Framework.

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Touchstone (registered charity No. 1012053) is a leading voluntary sector agency providing high quality services to improve the health and wellbeing of local people

Mental Health Co-Ordinator – Early Help Hub
West Early Hep Hub, Albion House, Yeadon
NJC Scale points 23-25, starting at £26,999 pa/pro-rata
37 hours per week

This role is fixed term for up to 2 years, with the possibility of being extended.

The aim of the Early Help Hub Team is to support children and families in Leeds, with a focus on getting it right the first time, in partnership with others. The aim is to further build resilience, confidence and expertise across the partnerships to support improved outcomes for children, young people and families.

You will be required to effectively lead in the area of mental health with other Co-ordinators as part of the Hub, including upskilling others across the partnership around mental health, through sharing best practice, skills, knowledge and expertise.  You will provide advice and support on adult mental health issues.

You need to have substantial experience of working with people with mental health needs, a good knowledge of mental health interventions and their effectiveness and experience of building and maintaining positive links with a wide range of services and stakeholders.

CLOSING DATE:  19 November 2019
Interviews will be held on: 29 November 2019

TO APPLY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION:

If you would like to find out more about this position and to apply, please click the button to be directed to our website where you can download the application pack.

Touchstone is an equal opportunities organisation and applications are welcome from all sections of the community, particularly LGBT communities and/or people with disabilities who are under-represented within Touchstone.

No agencies please.

We are looking for a confident and ambitious fundraiser to join our team. Corporate partnerships are an important income stream for Student Minds and one we aim to develop substantially over the next three years.

​As a Corporate Funding Officer, you will be motivated to deliver the corporate fundraising strategy through securing new partnerships and developing existing relationships to bring in vital income for the charity, so we can support and empower more students across the UK. This is a great opportunity to work in a high-performing team to develop your career. You should have experience of fundraising, be a strong communicator and have excellent organisational skills.

Download the information pack for the full job description and more about what we would like to see in your application.

Application deadline: Sunday 24th November at 11:59pm.
Interview date: Wednesday 4th December

Project Manager – Well-Established Charity 
Leeds, West Yorkshire (with travel throughout Leeds) 
£25,250 per annum 

Are you a Project Manager seeking a rewarding, new role? Want to drive the success of innovative services that are reducing isolation and helping older people get involved in their community? If so, we would love to hear from you. 

Royal Voluntary Service is an innovative charity that focuses on inspiring people to give the gift of voluntary service to support the NHS and older people at home and in the community. We are now looking for a Project Manager to support the success of our services in Leeds. 

This is your chance to become an integral member of a passionate team, make a positive impact on your community and oversee services that improve people’s lives for the better. 

As the Project Manager, you’ll oversee the delivery of our Neighbourhood Networks services in Leeds. 

Neighbourhood Networks offers a range of community support services. These services aim to help older people reconnect with their community and build strength, resilience and independence. 

Under the guidance of the Operations Manager, you will: 

- Oversee the ongoing development of our services in Meanwood, Roundhay and Chapel Allerton
- Manage all aspects of the service, including people, finance, governance and external relationships 
- Recruit, lead and motivate staff and volunteers 
- Communicate with stakeholders 
- Perform a range of admin tasks 

To be considered, you will need: 

- Project management and change management experience 
- Experience of managing and motivating teams of staff and volunteers
- Previous experience of managing high value services to agreed budgets
- Experience of working with public sector commissioners
- Direct experience of managing a service and delivering it over multiple sites with multiple stakeholders
- Previous experience of co-production and/or asset-based development or willingness to learn
- Experience of using databases to monitor and evaluate information
- Knowledge of the voluntary and community sector
- A full, valid driving licence and access to your own vehicle

Self-motivated and proactive, as the Project Manager, you’ll have fantastic organisational, planning and prioritisation abilities. You’ll also be a confident communicator who can quickly build strong working relationships. 

The closing date for applications is the 19th November 2019 with interviews to be held on 21st November 2019. 

This is a full-time role of 35 hours per week.

To apply for the role of Project Manager, please apply via the button shown. 

This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency. 

Additional Keywords: Project Manager, Programme Manager, Project Delivery Manager, Community Services Manager, Community Project Manager, Community Programme Manager, Charity.

Bank Support Worker

You will join our client as a Bank Support Worker to support the young people using a therapeutic approach to live in a non-secure community setting and to achieve their individual goals in preparation for transition to adult life.

Bank Support Worker Responsibilities:

As part of our clients bank team you will work on a zero hours contract supporting their residential houses across numerous locations in the Yorkshire area. Your role will be to provide the highest standard of care to our young people following individual care plans and programmes. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and as a bank worker you will have the opportunity to apply for permanent internal roles as they arise.

Bank Support Worker Requirements:

Experience is not essential as full training will be provided however you will need to have a good understanding of the issues young people face and the desire to make a real difference. You will need to be flexible in your approach and have the ability to work shifts including nights and weekends. Access to a car is desirable.

About Our Client:

They provide residential services for young people and young adults aged 16-30 years old who have been discharged from psychiatric inpatient stays or secure children’s homes. Their aim is to support the young people using an innovative therapeutic approach and least restrictive practice to enable them to live in a non-secure community setting and to achieve their individual goals in preparation for transition to adult life. Their “no restraint” policy allows for more respectful and thoughtful relationships with young people and avoids traumatisation and consequent escalations in risk.

“Pay, work life balance, mix of staff, professional organisation and fantastic management and processes.” – Glassdoor Review.

Location: Yorkshire (Liversedge, Huddersfield, Leeds, York.)

Job type: Bank, Part Time; Zero Hours Contract

Salary: £9 per hour

Benefits: 22-27 holidays per year (plus bank holidays), Free training and professional development programme, Paid induction, training and enhanced DBS check, Company Pension Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Free onsite parking, Life Assurance.

Closing date for applications: 30th November, 2019

You may have experience of the following: Bank Support Worker, Support Worker, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Social Care, Voluntary Sector, Healthcare Assistant, Care Staff, Care Assistant, Community Development, Care Worker, Vulnerable People, Social Worker, Not for Profit, NFP etc.

Ref: 90105

About Scope

We’re the disability equality charity. We won't stop until we achieve a society where all disabled people enjoy equality and fairness. At home. At school. At work. In our communities.

We provide practical advice and emotional support whenever people need it most. We use our collective power to change attitudes and end injustice. And we campaign relentlessly to create a fairer society.

About the job

Be a disability gamechanger and come and join our Leeds Employment Team.  As Team Leader, you will support the successful delivery of our Employment Services based from our Leeds Office. Reporting to the Employment Team Manager, you will take responsibility for the line management of a team of Employment and Partnership Advisers providing effective supervision, coaching and guidance to these staff, ensuring the service KPI’s are met and undertaking delivery of support to customers provided where required

About you

We are looking to recruit a Team Leader with demonstrable employability sector knowledge within the field of disability. You will have line management experience or can demonstrate you are ready for your next challenge.

With effective organisation and communication skills as well as facilitation and training abilities, you will also show that you have a flexible approach and can respond positively to change and the challenges and opportunities this brings. The ability to work well under pressure and deal effectively with conflicting priorities will allow you to succeed within this role.

You will bring drive and enthusiasm to your role and can demonstrate that you care passionately about improving disabled people's lives through employment. With excellent negotiation skills, you will be able to positively influence at all levels. You will be dynamic, and results driven and be able to evidence performance across a range of outcomes.

It is essential that you have a good working knowledge of IT including Microsoft Office Products and are confident user of digital technology demonstrating a positive approach to the adoption of innovative products and tools.

In return we offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits including 27 days holiday, flexible working and discounts at gyms, shops and theatres. 

To apply

We are committed to equal opportunities. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people and guarantee interviews to suitably qualified disabled applicants.

Please apply in writing with a CV and covering letter.

Closing date for applications: 29 November 2019.

Hampton Crescent is a 40 flat Extra Care Service in East Leeds, this site has a vibrant and established care team providing compassionate support to people under your management.  The service always has support cover in place during the day and operates waking night support to clients should they need it.  The service is registered with the CQC as delivering Personal Care and has good systems and processes in place to ensure that a quality service is delivered consistently.  You will need to fulfil the role of registered manager with the CQC for this service and meet the expectations of the local authority commissioners and the contract that unpins the service.

You will have the values and commitment to lead the staff team to provide the highest standards of customer care and person-centred service delivery and to promote independence, choice and wellbeing. The role will involve the operational management of the service and the direct supervision of Senior Support Workers.

You will be expected to work effectively with families and other agencies and to maintain a positive and trusting relationship with the on-site Housing Scheme Managers.  You will need skills in contract and relationship management. You will undertake quality assurance checks at the service to ensure compliance with essential standards of care, this is a busy service and therefore you will need to be hard working, accountable and have strong organisational skills.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in partnership with other agencies to provide a holistic and joined up approach for meeting the needs of older adults. You will respond to referrals, undertake assessments and take part in allocation processes.  You will ensure that each person moving into the service has a personalised care plan which ensures that their needs and preferences are met.

You will have relevant skills, knowledge and at least three years management experience gained in the care and support of older people in settings such as Extra Care, home care or residential care. You will have previous experience of staff supervision and management.  You will be expected to bring a warm, caring and person-centred approach to your work and to be able to work collaboratively with our service users and their families.  You will demonstrate a commitment to re-ablement principles and to promoting dignity and independence.

Support Worker – Waking Nights

Hft is a national charity providing services for people with learning disabilities. We can provide support from just a couple of hours a week up to 24 hours a day. Our staff teams support people to live the best life possible.

Waking night support workers are required to remain awake throughout the night to support individuals as required. You could be supporting someone with personal care, helping someone with their medication or just chatting and keeping them company if they are unable to sleep.

Salary: Up to £17,108

Hours: Night Worker - 37.5 hours
Location: Crossgates, Leeds

What we Offer

Access to the Hft Plus benefits package, which includes a great number of discounts and rewards across shops, restaurants, gym membership and days out; but also an Employee Assistance Programme, with telephone and face-to-face support options, as well as support for financial wellbeing. 20 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays) increasing to 25 days after a year of employment (pro rata for part time staff). We’ll give you a comprehensive induction, full training and support along the way. With Investors in People and Skills for Care accreditation we are committed to investing in our teams to ensure they have the specialist skills they need.

You don’t need experience of support work or any special qualifications for this job - you’ll get plenty of training along the way. Having the right values and wanting to make a difference to enable people to live a more fulfilling and independent life is what matters most. You will need to have good listening skills and a practical, caring approach. You also need to have basic level IT skills to be able to use a computer to record information about people you will be supporting.

Join us and help us change lives.

Closing date: Friday 29th November 2019

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

You may have experience or an interest in the following: Support Worker, Waking Nights, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Learning Disabilities, Social Care, Voluntary Sector, Mental Health Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Care Staff, Community Development, Care Worker, Vulnerable People, Social Worker, Not for Profit, NFP, etc.

Ref: 90098

Senior Support Worker

You will join as a Senior Support Worker to support 4 / 5 young people in their care.

Senior Support Worker Responsibilities:

You will support with their therapy, plan social and leisure activities, give medication and complete associated paperwork. You will also support the Team Leader and Residential manager to ensure the running of the home is maintained to the highest standards.

Senior Support Worker Requirements:

To be successful in this role you will have previous experience of working with young people with mental health needs and will have a relevant level 2 care qualification. You will have the ability supervise staff and be IT literate as there is a requirement to update online care records. Be flexible with the ability to work a 7 day rota, completing early and late shift patterns alongside 1 sleep ins (usually 1 per week) for which an additional payment is made. Having a driving licence is not essential but it is beneficial to help transport their young people to appointments and activities.

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. As an employer they are also committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all their staff.

About our client:

Our client provides residential services for young people and young adults aged 16-30 years old who have been discharged from psychiatric inpatient stays or secure children’s homes. Their aim is to support the young people using an innovative therapeutic approach and least restrictive practice to enable them to live in a non-secure community setting and to achieve their individual goals in preparation for transition to adult life. Their “no restraint” policy allows for more respectful and thoughtful relationships with young people and avoids traumatisation and consequent escalations in risk.

Location: Liversedge

Job type: Full Time, Permanent; 37.5 hours per week

Salary: £19,424-£21,059.93 per annum (£9.97-£10.80 per hour) dependent on experience.

Benefits: Enhanced company pension, Enhanced maternity / paternity leave, Minimum of 30 days holidays, Company sick pay, Recruit a friend scheme, Employee of the year awards, Employee Assistance programme / counselling service, Free on-site parking Paid ,DBS check, Online shopping discounts, Life Assurance.

Closing date for applications: 23rd November, 2019

You may have experience of the following: Senior Support Worker, Senior Care Worker, Care Assistant, Care Staff, Social Care, Social Worker, Social Work, Healthcare Assistant, Healthcare Worker, Young People, Vulnerable People, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, NFP, Not for Profit, Voluntary, etc.

Ref: 89982

Engagement Worker

Salary £25K 35hrs Leeds Community Gambling Service

GamCare is the leading national provider of information, advice and support for the treatment for anyone affected by problem gambling. We are delighted to have opened a brand-new service in Leeds with our regional Partner NECA. This service is integrated with the new NHS Northern Gambling Service.

The Leeds Community Gambling Service is seeking a full time Engagement Worker to deliver interventions from the main service hub and from smaller hubs locally and will be required to deliver individual and group-based interventions by various mediums, such as face to face and telephone to people concerned about their own gambling or someone else’s gambling.

The Engagement Worker will be expected to work in a way that recognises and values diversity and with an understanding of the functional model of problem gambling, the model of change, motivational interviewing, CBT and commitment to recovery approaches.

You will be a self-starter, with a passion for delivering innovative, quality services, and a collaborative style.

For further information please contact Charlie Plücker (number available on the GamCare website Job Advert).

To apply, please complete the application form and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Survey which can be found on the GamCare website.

Please note we do not accept CVs

Closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 18th November.

Interviews are expected to take place between 28th and 29th November in Leeds.

This role will require an enhanced DBS check

GamCare is committed to processing your personal data fairly, lawfully and transparently in line with GDPR. For further information on GamCare’s recruitment privacy notice please refer to our website.

If you would like acknowledgement that your application has been received, please ensure the application is attached and put the following subject in your email:

Job application: <name of vacancy>

Please note that if the subject is not correct, you may not receive a confirmation.

Criminal Justice Worker

Salary £25,000 35hrs Leeds Community Gambling Service

GamCare is the leading national provider of information, advice and support for the treatment for anyone affected by problem gambling. We are delighted to have opened a brand-new service in Leeds with our regional Partner NECA. This service is integrated with the new NHS Northern Gambling Service.

The Leeds Community Gambling Service is seeking a full time Criminal Justice Worker to oversee this exciting new provision within the service.  As the Criminal Justice Worker, you will deliver training to a wide range of local professionals and community groups within the criminal justice field to enable them to identify those at risk of gambling related harms and refer them into our services. You will also deliver a range of interventions to support anyone concerned about their own or someone else’s gambling where offending is part of the presenting issues.  

You will be a self-starter, flexible, with a passion for delivering innovative, quality services, and a collaborative style. You will experience of working in the criminal justice settings and safeguarding accordingly.

For further information please contact Charlie Plücker (number available on the GamCare website Job Advert).

To apply, please complete the application form and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Survey which can be found on the GamCare website.

Please note we do not accept CVs

Closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 18th November 2019.

Interviews are expected to take place on 27th and 28th November in Leeds.

This role will require an enhanced DBS check

GamCare is committed to processing your personal data fairly, lawfully and transparently in line with GDPR. For further information on GamCare’s recruitment privacy notice please refer to our website.

If you would like acknowledgement that your application has been received, please ensure the application is attached and put the following subject in your email:

Job application: <name of vacancy>

Please note that if the subject is not correct, you may not receive a confirmation.

Purpose of the role:

Do you want to work somewhere that no two days are the same,

where you make a difference to people`s lives?
...and one that values yours?

Yes? Work for us - The WEA. Create real change, and be a part of something bigger.

We have a new and exciting role for a Project Compliance Manager.

Key areas of responsibility:

Managing successful delivery of BBO projects across the Association, you will be involved in completing the BBO compliance requirements and ensuring the required standards and timings are met. You will also work and train key internal and external stakeholders, as well as supervising and supporting BBO Compliance Officers and Project Support Officers. The role also entails leading on preparation for all BBO audit requirements and also developing processes for financial information to ensure compliance is monitored and met by delivery partners.

About you:

The post-holder will have considerable experience in grant/project management, compliance and reporting as well as the ability to analyse and interpret complex data sets and financial information. Knowledge and understanding of Big Lottery Fund and or European Union Funding, and the ability to interpret policies and procedures. Needless to say, you will have excellent attention to detail and strong external partnership relationship management, as well as experience of line managing others.

Here at Eden Brown we are delighted to be supporting a much-loved health charity in their search for Fundraising Manager, based in West Yorkshire. The Fundraising Manager will work with the Head of Income Generation on developing and implementing their fundraising strategy, to support this fantastic charity to continue their wonderful work.
As a Fundraising Manager, you will provide effective leadership, management, supervision and support to staff and volunteers within the fundraising division. You will evaluate the performance of the fundraising team, as well as identifying improvements and implementing changes to ensure fundraising targets and KPI's are met. You will support and be involved in fundraising activities, such as fundraising and community events, as well as representing the organisation at public events and external forums as and when required.
To be considered for this role you will be working in a similar capacity and posses knowledge of multiple income streams, although we would be interested in hearing from experienced fundraiser's with demonstrable leadership experience that are looking for a step up. You must have previous budget management experience as well as proven track record of achieving generously against income targets and KPI's. This position would suit someone who is a tenacious and resilient individual, with the ability to make things happen through persistence, enthusiasm and the ability to foster collaboration.

In return, this exciting opportunity offers a salary of £30,657- 34,572, the opportunity for flexible working as well as excellent benefits. To apply or find out more about this fantastic new role please contact either Vicky [email protected] 01132207540 / Charlie [email protected] 0161 233 1600

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.