SUPPORT WORKER

£17,608.80 rising to £18,105 after 1 years’ service subject to performance

(Part time hours are also available)

Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 0BN

Job Purpose

Do you want to be part of our expanding team?

Are you caring? Do you enjoy helping others? Would you like to enable people to have greater independence in their lives?

No previous care experience is required to fulfil this role as full training will be provided. We offer a comprehensive training calendar, career progression and an opportunity to work with fantastic people in a caring and supportive environment.

The Opportunity

No two days in this role are the same, one day you could be supporting someone on a shopping trip or accompanying them to a hospital appointment and the next contributing to a support plan or risk assessment.

You will be working in a multi-disciplinary team within our 48 bed, state of the art, Care and Rehabilitation Centre. The service provides residential specialist care for people with complex physical, sensory, cognitive and emotional difficulties and rehabilitation care and support to people who are on the stroke pathway or as part of their neurological rehab pathway by helping them to gain independence.

As a Support Worker you will help residents and clients with all aspects of personal care and daily living skills undertaking a vital role as a keyworker. Working to ensure residents have a stimulating and fulfilling programme of activities that meet their individual needs and working within QEF policies and procedures to provide a safe and caring environment.

About You

· You have a caring and friendly disposition

· You are passionate about providing good person-centred quality care

· You are an excellent communicator (speaking and writing) and can build appropriate relationships within professional boundaries

· You are a team player but can also work independently

· Previous experience or a level 2/3 qualification in Health and Social Care or similar is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided

Benefits

· 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service

· A comprehensive induction programme

· Extensive training and development

· Support for Care apprenticeships

· Pension

· Life Assurance

· Westfield Healthcare cash back scheme (including optical, dental and complimentary therapy treatments)

· Westfield shopping discounts

· Employee Assistance Programme

· Childcare vouchers

· Free on-site parking

· Paid breaks

How to Apply

To apply please visit our website via the link and apply online

You are encouraged to apply early as this opportunity may close early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.

This role is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks which will include Enhanced with adults barred list check DBS (at the cost of QEF if you are not already a member of The Update Service).

QEF is proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

We guarantee to interview all applicants who meet the criteria for a vacancy and to consider each applicant on their ability to do the job.

Please contact HR if you require any reasonable adjustment(s) for the application process or interview stage.

Speech and Language Therapist

Part-time (37.5 FTE – full-time considered)

£29,955 - £45,020 FTE (Band 6 or 7 equivalent- depending on experience)

Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 0BT

JOB PURPOSE

At QEF’s Independent Living Service we provide speech and language services in a residential setting for client’s complex disability under the care of QEF.  This will include;

· the assessment and treatment of language, speech, swallowing and associated cognitive communication disorders, and

· the provision of training and advice to colleagues, families and carers for the holistic treatment and management of clients.

· working as a member of QEF’s specialist multi-disciplinary team to ensure the effective provision of speech and language therapy services for clients with complex disability.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Would you like to work as part of our friendly and enthusiastic team based at our residential care unit, Independent Living Services (ILS) in Leatherhead, Surrey?

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated specialist Speech and Language Therapist to provide a speech and language therapy service for clients with complex disability.

There will be the opportunity for the successful applicant to work alongside the wider SLT and multi-disciplinary teams at our new, purpose-built 48 bed Care and Rehabilitation Centre opening later this year in Leatherhead.

All staff participate in the key worker program for clients.

Your personal development will be supported with supervision, reflective practice, in-house training and CPD opportunities.

ABOUT YOU

· You are passionate about your area of work

· Our Values and Behaviours inspire you

· You hold a degree or diploma in Speech and Language Therapy and up to date HCPC registration

· You are a member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy and work within the scope of your professional guidelines

· You have post graduate experience and knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions in the treatment and management of clients requiring physical and neuro rehabilitation and/or physical and learning difficulties.

· You have relevant experience in dysphagia and communication and voice management

· You have evidence of relevant post graduate courses, CPD and an up to date professional portfolio

BENEFITS

Being part of QEF means that you will be valued as a key member of a charity that is passionate about its work.  You’ll gain a sense of professional satisfaction from knowing that every day you have worked as a team to improve someone else's life. Whether you work in one of our client-facing services, or at the head office, you’ll never be far away from the inspiring journey of our service users.  In addition, you’ll receive:

· 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata)

· Pension and Life Assurance

· Westfield Healthcare Cash back scheme and shopping discounts

· Free on-site parking

· Range of training opportunities provided to ensure career development

To apply please visit our website via the link and apply online.

This role is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks which will include an Enhanced with adults barred list check DBS (at the cost of QEF if you are not already a member of The Update Service

As a not-for-profit provider of person-centred care and support to individuals with a range of support needs, Creative Support is looking for a Team Manager for Brandling Court, part of our Leeds service that provides autism specific support.

Leading the service, you will coordinate a high standard of flexible support, ensuring an outcome-focused service is provided to our service users at all times. This is a highly operational role, and you must demonstrate professionalism and confidence when working with the staff team, professionals and commissioners. You should also possess the warmth and consideration required to foster positive working relationships with service users and family members.

You will lead in the recruitment, supervision, mentoring and management of the staff team, so that the service is effectively supporting service users to maintain their independence, wellbeing and to enjoy opportunities for personal development.

You must be able to demonstrate relevant prior experience of working with adults with learning disabilities and autism in addition to staff supervision, coaching and support. This is a full-time role of 37.5 hours per week, primarily during office hours. However, some evening and weekend work will be required, including taking part with the local duty rota covering weekends and bank holidays.

In return we can offer personal development opportunities, generous employment benefits and a supportive, friendly and inclusive working culture. Creative Support is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to delivering high-quality care through a diverse, well trained and supported local work force.

Supported Living Worker

We are one of the largest learning disability charities in the UK, supporting 2,500 people through our friendly, supportive, creative and diverse teams.

As a support worker at Hft you’ll be supporting adults with learning disabilities to live the best life possible.  In this caring and creative role, everything you do will enable people to have choices about their own lives, creating flexible services that meet people’s needs and always looking for the best way of doing things.

Salary: Up to £21,575
Hours: Various Hours, 16 to 37.5, Permanent
Location: Abingdon, Oxfordshire 

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. Access to award winning training and development – Hft is one of only four charities to have achieved the Skills for Care ‘Centre of Excellence’ provider status. Annual staff award scheme – The Fusion Awards, and peer recognition through our GEM awards  programme. 20 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays). A contributory pension scheme & life assurance. Free DBS Check.

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.

It’s great if you already have experience of working with people with learning disabilities, autism or dementia, but it’s not essential. What matters most is your positive attitude to life and your desire to support people to live their life with as much independence, choice, dignity and control as possible.

A full UK/EU driving licence is also desirable.

Closing date: Thursday 28th May 2020

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

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

Ref: 92993 

Receptionist and Premises Assistant

Location: London

Salary: £20,000 per annum, rising to £21,000 upon successful completion of probation

Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week

Centre 404 is a successful local charity with an excellent reputation for providing high quality support and services to people with learning disabilities and their families in north London.

We are now looking for a friendly, approachable and proactive individual to join our team as Receptionist and Premises Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity to use your strong administrative and organisational skills to support a well-loved and busy charity!

As a Receptionist and Premises Assistant you will form a key part of the premises team, including responsibility for the reception and communal areas, as well as supporting the Premises Manager to ensure the smooth running of our wider facilities.

You will be the first point of contact - and friendly face - that people refer to at Centre 404. You will also provide administrative and operational support to the organisation, ensuring queries are addressed and resolved in a timely manner and escalating any issues to the Premises Manager as applicable.

This role involves balancing a busy workload, with a strong element of multi-tasking and taking responsibility for your area.

This is a great opportunity to use your strong administrative and organisational skills to support a well-loved and busy charity. Some key duties will include:

* Manning the reception area, answering all incoming calls, welcoming visitors, and acting as first point of contact for staff and external enquiries
* Supervising reception volunteers and developing opportunities with support from the Volunteer and Communications Coordinator
* Assisting with supervision of the cleaners where applicable
* Assisting with setting up and servicing of meetings and events on site
* Supporting the Premises Manager and wider Central Service with premises and IT queries, as well as administrative duties

It is an exciting time to be joining the team and the organisation, as we look forward to moving back to our lovely refurbished Centre on Camden Road in the upcoming months - and this role will be a key player in the process!

So if you have experience of providing quality administrative support as part of a front facing role, with strong interpersonal and organisation skills, a proactive and solution focused approach to your work, and are keen to apply these in a setting where you can make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!

Centre 404 is dedicated to staff development and supervision and we will provide a detailed induction and on-going training and support. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and we are looking to recruit people who share these values. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced DBS check, proof of eligibility to work in the UK and two satisfactory references.

If you feel you are suitable for the Receptionist and Premises Assistant position, please apply now

Closing date: 27 th May 2020, although applications will be shortlisted on a rolling basis and we may bring the closing date forward if a successful candidate is found before 27 th May.

Centre 404 is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Charity ref number 299889

Support Worker

Location: Chiltern House - Gerrards Cross
Job Type: Permanent, Full time and part time hours – days, nights and weekends
Salary: £9.67 per hour / £16,387 for 32.5 full time hours (£18,908 per annum FTE 37.5 hours)

There are a number of rooms available at the Service for live-in staff to rent.

As a Support Worker/Healthcare Assistant for our client you’ll provide a high level of care and support to vulnerable people, enabling them to live the life they choose. You’ll assist with daily tasks including personal care, medication and assistance at mealtimes, motivating and encouraging choice and participation.

Experience as a Support Worker, Care Assistant or Healthcare Assistant is desirable but not essential as they offer an excellent training and induction programme to get you fully trained in your new role!

In return they 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!

Our client welcomes applications from all sections of the community. They 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 will take place as applications are received. They therefore reserve the right to close this vacancy once suitable candidates have been appointed.

COVID-19 - The well-being of everyone is their highest priority. They will be using phone, Skype, Facetime or WhatsApp video calling to hold interviews for the foreseeable future.

Closing Date: 11 June 2020

You may have experience of the following: 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: 93038

Support Worker

Are you interested in a career where you will make a real difference in young people’s lives? Do you understand the challenges which young people face in daily life? Is a career as a Support Worker the next step in life for you?

Our client is currently looking for a kind, caring and friendly person to join their professional team as a Support Worker. Experience is not essential and full training will be provided but understanding the issues young people face in their daily life will really help to make a difference.

You will be based within their Residential Home in Stockport working shifts over 20 hours per working week consisting of earlies, lates and sleep-ins.

Company Benefits

• Competitive pay (£9.54 p/h + £100 bonus after completing 6-month probation)
• 22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care)
• Enhanced company pension
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Paid Induction (Running over 7 days)
• 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
• The opportunity for internal promotions & progression
• Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral)
• Regular social events and recognition schemes (‘Employee of the year awards’, Summer & Christmas parties)

Your role as a Support Worker

• Carry out direct and indirect care of young people with complex mental health needs
• Work in a team, giving the highest standard of care possible to the young people.
• Closely follow individual care plans and support young people with education, shopping, and social and leisure activities.
• Carry out multiple interventions involving the delivery of care to young people
• Promote independence amongst the young people
• Provide support, advice and information to the young people, parents and other carers
• Carry out further duties as per their attached document (Writing reports, general office admin etc)

Requirements of a Support Worker

• Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including sleep ins/weekends/Bank Holidays
• Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
• Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately
• IT Literate (Able to write emails and use Microsoft Office)
• An understanding of the issues around confidentiality
• An understanding of safeguarding
• Professional working boundaries between staff and service users
• Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations

Desirable Criteria

• Full UK Driving Licence
• NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Care
• Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs

Due to the current climate regarding the Covid-19, all of their interviews are now taking place as a Video/Audio Interview over Microsoft Teams.

Training will be carried out at the beginning of each month over 7 days covering First Aid, Safeguarding and Therapeutic Risk Management and breakaway techniques. This is paid for along with travel expenses.

The closing date for this position is Friday 12th June 2020, so if you are interested in developing and supporting young people and young adults with complex difficulties then please ensure you apply before this date.

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.

Business Manager – Community Solutions (Registered Manager)

Full time - 35 hours per week (Salary circa £34,000)

and other exciting benefits

About Us: Harrow Mencap is a campaigning organisation and a multi-project service provider supporting adults, young people and children with learning disabilities, autism and their families and carers – to ensure their needs, rights and aspirations are met. Community Solutions is our CQC registered domiciliary care agency, delivering high quality, person centered support to people with learning disabilities, mental health and older people to maximise their independence and quality of life within a safe environment. We also offer respite, outreach and bespoke services to clients and families. We are pacesetting, professional and passionate in all that we do.  As part of the Senior Leadership Team you will have:

Reporting to: Deputy Chief Executive, responsibilities include:

• Overall accountability for the operational performance of Care Agency services across Harrow while ensuring attainment of targets and business sustainability
• Act as the Registered Manager for Community Solutions Domiciliary Care Agency.
• Develop and implement cost effective means of delivering services, optimising operations and delivering within budget.
• Innovate and develop the service offer including, growing clientele base and geographical coverage while meeting agreed targets.
• Lead a team of support workers and professionals in a multidisciplinary team that deliver best practice, achieving quality outcomes for clients and families
• Lead in clients safeguarding initiatives, regulatory compliance and quality assurance assessments.
• To foster and maintain excellent collaborative, strategic and operational relationships with partners from the public, private and voluntary sector to enhance and develop services and provisions
• Develop positive and effective relationships with the Board, Executives and staff and promote the organisational brand and ethos in a strong and positive manner in the wider community.

This post is ideal for those with significant senior management level experience within the voluntary, public or private sector, with a proven track record of success in leading a reputable brand of health and social care services for people with learning disabilities and mental health issues. Possession of Registered Care Manager qualifications is a prerequisite for this role and must demonstrate very good knowledge and application of CQC standards for domiciliary care services. An inspirational leader able to motivate flexible work teams and delivering quality outcomes that are both innovative and responsive. We are interested in hearing from people who share our ethos in campaigning for the rights and supporting disabled people to enhance their independence.

We are committed to safeguarding, equal opportunity and welcome applicants from all sections of the community. Applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the post are guaranteed an interview.

Support Worker

Location: The Grove – Norwich, NR14 8HP
Job Type: Permanent, Full time, part time & occasional hours
Salary: £9.48 per hour (£18,536 per annum FTE 37.5 hours)

Closing Date: 12 April 2020

Want to be part of a leading organisation which positively impacts on the lives of disabled people across the world?

We have a number of shifts available, full or part-time guaranteed hours, or occasional hours if you prefer working with flexibility.

As a Support Worker / Healthcare Assistant with Leonard Cheshire you’ll provide a high level of care and support to vulnerable people, enabling them to live the life they choose. You’ll assist with daily tasks including personal care, medication and assistance at mealtimes, motivating and encouraging choice and participation.

Experience as a Support Worker, Care Assistant or Healthcare Assistant is desirable but not essential as we offer an excellent training and induction programme to get you fully trained in your new role!

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

Please note due to the rural location of our Service, your own transport is essential.

You may have experience of the following: Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Care Assistant, Care Provider, Personal Support Worker, charity, not for profit.

Ref: 92724

Nurse

Location: The Grove – Norwich, NR14 8HP
Job Type: Full time, part time & occasional hours
Salary: £16.48 per hour (£32,224 per annum FTE 37.5 hours)

Closing Date: 12 April 2020

Want to be part of a leading organisation which positively impacts on the lives of disabled people across the world?

We have permanent contracts available for either full time or part time hours. Hours are negotiable to fit around our shift times of:

- Early: 7am to 2:30pm.
- Late: 4:45pm to 9:15pm (can be flexible)
- Nights: 9pm to 7:10am.

We are also interested in applications for occasional hours contracts (bank staff).

As a Nurse with Leonard Cheshire you’ll be responsible and accountable for providing the highest standards of nursing, clinical and personal support, while promoting independence and choice to our customers. Leading a team of support staff you will ensure the smooth and efficient management of the shift, prioritising, planning and delegating activities for the support team.

You will:

- Be a registered nurse (current registration with NMC).
- Have thorough and up-to-date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice at the level of a qualified nurse (level 5).
- Be able to demonstrate effective nursing practice in all basic registered nurse procedures.
- Work flexibly within rostered hours and on-call rota as required.

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

We are also interested in applications for occasional hours contracts (bank staff). Ideally you will be able to work days and nights and regular weekends.

Please note you will need access to private transport as The Grove is not accessible by public transport at nursing shift times.

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: 92723

Bank Support Worker

Are you currently looking for a job that offers flexibility in between personal commitments or during educational study? Are you interested in gaining valuable workplace experience and making a real difference in young people’s lives? Maybe a role as a Bank Support Worker is the next step for you?

Our client is currently looking for kind, caring and friendly people to join their  professional team as a Bank Support Worker. Experience is not essential and full training will be provided but understanding the issues young people face in their daily life will really help to make a difference.

You will join their Bank Team on a “Zero Hours Contract” supporting their Residential Home in Wirral working flexible shifts that fit around your personal life.

Company Benefits

- Competitive pay (£9.54 p/h)
- 22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care)
- Enhanced company pension
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Paid Induction (Running over 7 days)
- 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
- The opportunity for internal promotions & progression
- Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral)
- Regular social events and recognition schemes (‘Employee of the year awards’, Summer & Christmas parties)

Your role as a Bank Support Worker

- Carry out direct and indirect care of young people with complex mental health needs
- Work in a team, giving the highest standard of care possible to the young people.
- Closely follow individual care plans and support young people with education, shopping, and social and leisure activities.
- Carry out multiple interventions involving the delivery of care to young people
- Promote independence amongst the young people
- Provide support, advice and information to the young people, parents and other carers
- Carry out further duties as per our attached document (Writing reports, general office admin etc)

Requirements of a Bank Support Worker

- Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including sleep ins/weekends/Bank Holidays
- Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
- Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately
- IT Literate (Able to write emails and use Microsoft Office)
- An understanding of the issues around confidentiality
- An understanding of safeguarding
- Professional working boundaries between staff and service users
- Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations

Desirable Criteria

- Full UK Driving Licence
- NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Care
- Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs

Due to the current climate regarding the Covid-19, all of their interviews are now taking place as a Video/Audio Interview over Microsoft Teams.

Training will be carried out at the beginning of each month over 7 days covering First Aid, Safeguarding and Therapeutic Risk Management and breakaway techniques. This is paid for along with travel expenses.

The closing date for this position is Wednesday 6th May, so if you are interested in developing and supporting young people and young adults with complex difficulties then please ensure you apply before this date.

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.

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: 92854

We are one of the largest learning disability charities in the UK, supporting 2,500 people through our friendly, supportive, creative and diverse teams.

Covering leave, training and sickness with hours that fit in with life's other commitments, a relief support worker role is an ideal way of discovering that this could be the career for you.

Salary: £8.72 (plus 12.07% in lieu of holiday pay)

Hours: Permanent, Casual hours/flexible hours with work patterns to fit around your work/life commitments

Location: Hft – Leicestershire

What we Offer

We offer a range of benefits and career development opportunities. 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 change lives.

Closing date: Sunday 31st May 2020

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

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

Support Coordinator

We’re looking for an innovative, passionate and professional individual with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills to join our Stroke Association Service in Bromsgrove, with regular travel covering Worcestershire.

Position: Stroke Association Support Coordinator

Location: Office based in Bromsgrove with regular travel covering Worcestershire

Hours: 21 hours per week

Salary: Circa £13,800 per annum

Contract: Permanent. Our services are contracted; we currently have funding for this contract until 31 March 2021.

Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, season ticket loan, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Cycle2Work scheme, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.

Closing Date: 31 May 2020

Interview Date: 30 June 2020

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic interviews may be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application

The Role

Reporting to the Stroke Association Support Manager, the Stroke Association Support Coordinator will:

• Work with the local Health and Social services to receive referrals to support stroke survivors and their careers.
• Provide personalised information, advice and support.
• Provide regular reviews to support people in establishing and achieving their own personal goals.
• Recruit, train and manage a team of volunteers that will support the service.

About You

Applicants are likely to have:

• A background in a health or caring profession, ideally with experience of supporting people with disabilities and stroke.
• Excellent IT skills and a strong understanding of how to use data to improve quality.

Much of this role will be spent travelling in Worcestershire. We recommend discussing any mileage claims queries at interview stage, along with working hours (patterns).

A flexible approach to your role is essential, as is willingness to travel. The use of a car with business use cover is essential to be able to fulfil the requirements of the role.

In return…

This is an exciting opportunity to work with stroke survivors and their families to support them following stroke and to raise stroke awareness in the local population. We offer a host of amazing benefits and flexible working options, with opportunities to progress your career.

About the Organisation

Stroke Association. Rebuilding lives after stroke.

We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it’s a team effort to get there. We provide specialist support, fund critical research and campaign to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives. Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help us rebuild them and join our team.

You may also have experience in areas such as Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice.

Bromley Mencap has recently invested in a new property which will become the focal point of our services and head office base. We have exciting plans to develop and extend the property into a centre to deliver high quality, accessible services within the local community. We have a Fundraising Strategy in place and, as part of that, you will have responsibility for achieving a target of between £100,000 and £150,000 through a capital appeal programme.

For more information about the role and how to apply, please visit our website vacancies page via the Apply button.