With your background in housing, social care and ‘high risk’ clients, you really understand the difference it can make when frontline staff are supported to improve practice. Well, we can put you in a position to do just that. Welcome to Richmond Fellowship as a Senior Practitioner.
Right now, we’re looking for someone like you to join our 24 hour supported housing service in North Shields. Our aim is to help individuals with Personality Disorders and Difficulties on their recovery journey so they’re able to move on to more independent living within the community.
With a wide range of skills and backgrounds, our teams take a creative approach to their work and are an integral part to the recovery journey of those who use our services. That’s where you come in. As a Senior Practitioner in Pele Tower you’ll be focused on practice, but of course your overriding objective will be to provide high quality support to service users, in line with service models and policy. Carrying a caseload of complex cases, you’ll provide strong and effective clinical leadership in formulating support plans and guiding the work of Recovery Workers, as well playing a key role in their training and development. You’ll also support the management of the risk load within your service, to ensure safe working practices and individual risk management plans are in place and appropriate support available. You will play a key role in the service maintaining its Quality Assurance Accreditation with the Royal College of Psychiatrists, Community of Communities. You will work with our external provider to plan and evaluate Team Practice Supervision. You may also have the opportunity to work with our Learning and Development Team to develop and facilitate training on working with people with Personality Difficulties and Disorders.
We expect you to have your QCF in Health and Social Care – ideally level 3 or equivalent – or to be happy to train towards it. Certainly, your substantial experience within the housing and social care sector with people with Personality Difficulties and Disorders will have given you a significant understanding of mental health issues, recovery and coproduction, and the intricacies of managing resources effectively. You should also be experienced in carrying out investigations and writing reports and recommendations. On a personal level, you’re solution focused and outcome driven, able both to lead from the front and to delegate when appropriate, and flexible enough to participate in on-call arrangements.
So are you ready to help us change mental health services for the better? Apply now via our website.
Richmond Fellowship is part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence. We know that recovery can look and feel very different to each and every one of us. But we also know that if we provide the right support, at the right time, we can inspire recovery nationwide and that recovery is possible for everyone.
Are you an inspirational leader? Are you empathetic, inclusive and resilient? If so, we have a new and exciting permanent opportunity for a Portfolio Manager in a national role.
Position: Portfolio Manager
Location: National, with the option of being home based or working from the satellite office in Gateshead
Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday
Salary: £35,420 rising to 36,629 after 12 months… with pay reviews each April
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: Opt-in to our auto-enrolment pension scheme or enhanced rate scheme, 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), Family friendly benefits providing enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption, Riverside Rewards scheme and app
Closing Date: 27th January
The Role
Reporting to the National Portfolio Manager, the Portfolio Manager will lead, motivate and develop a regional team to ensure the delivery of a high quality service providing clear direction, regularly reviewing patch sizes and locations, work outputs, setting improvement targets and appraising individual performance.
You will be responsible for:
- Ensuring effective delivery of leases, management agreements and service level agreements with external parties for the designated portfolio.
- Leading regular performance reviews and embedding effective third party arrangements.
- Managing relationships with stakeholders, both internally and externally by coordinating the on-boarding of new Managed Agent units.
About You
As Portfolio Manager you will:
- Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and will be able to influence others.
- Have proven experience of leading a team in a housing environment.
- Have successfully managed large scale budgets and delivered an excellent customer care service.
- Be results driven, ensuring your teams are providing a high quality service whilst achieving individual and team targets.
We're looking for individuals who have up to date knowledge of legislation, regulations and standards relating to Social Housing, Non-Social Housing and Care and Support… so if this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!
This role will be based in Gateshead, however there will be national travel involved so a driving licence is essential.
In return…
Work for an organisation who want you to feel empowered and that your voice is truly heard. Being a company focused on people, they treat our customers with this same respect. They trust you to protect their customers, their people and their business and they see outstanding worth in those with the courage to take responsibility, innovate and find solutions. Your focus on performance and ambition is rewarded with development opportunities. At this organisation, you can achieve.
About the Organisation
One of the UK’s leading social housing and regeneration organisations, they are a group of not-for-profit and commercial companies with a charitable housing association at their core. Operating across 160 local authorities in England and Scotland and housing 100,000+ people, they are fully committed to improving the lives of thousands of individuals and families. They seek to transform lives and revitalise neighbourhoods.
You may also have experience in areas such as Portfolio Management, Portfolio Coordinator, Portfolio, Facilities, Facilities Manager, Contracts Manager, Contracts, Housing, Property Manager, Property, Social Housing.
Are you dynamic, resourceful, and motivated by helping others to help themselves?
Support Through Court is an independent charity providing practical and emotional support to people facing the court process without lawyers. Most people are unfamiliar with - and may be frightened of - the courts, and many are in danger of losing their homes, children or livelihoods.
This highly regarded, energetic and friendly charity, is seeking a part-time job-share Service Manager to further develop and maintain its service in the Newcastle Civil and Family Justice Centre.
Reporting to the Regional Service Manager (North), you will be responsible for recruiting, training and supporting volunteers, facilitating day-to-day operations, building and sustaining relationships with key contacts and contributing to an ambitious fundraising target.
You will be an excellent communicator, as well as a practical, well organised and hardworking individual, preferably with experience in the voluntary sector or equivalent transferable experience.
For an informal conversation about the role please contact Charlotte at the Birmingham office.
Applicants should apply with a CV and a covering letter explaining persuasively why we should offer you the post. It is important that your letter should provide evidence of the criteria detailed in the person specification.
Interviews are due to be held on Wednesday 26th February
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Seventeen Nineteen, located in Holy Trinity church in Sunderland’s East End is currently being transformed into a beautiful space where stories inspire and history unravels. Due to reopen in late summer 2020, with a range of uses visitors will be able to roam, learn and explore more about the origins of Sunderland, its people and the place.
The project has secured a round two award from the Heritage Lottery Fund to conserve and develop the church into a vibrant venue for the city and the local community. The CCT is bringing together a project team who will help create new and exciting opportunities aimed at providing a sustainable economic future for the site which will reopen in late 2020.
Working in partnership with the Centre Manager, the Participation and Engagement Officer will identify and develop community networks and partnerships across the city and the region, in support of the site Activity Plan. The post holder will develop and deliver a programme of community learning, activities and events on and off site. The PEO will also be responsible for training and supporting existing and new volunteers to help deliver the participation and engagement programme and support the work of the Centre Manager.
More information about this role and how to apply can be found on our website.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 9am on Monday 27 January 2020.
Interviews will be held on Thursday 6 February 2020. Please note that the interview dates have been specifically chosen according to the availability of the panel. You are advised to keep this dates free if you are interested in this vacancy. We are unable to reschedule interviews.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Head of Funding, A Better Start Ref: 19/089
Location: Flexible but we positively encourage applications with a base in Birmingham or Newcastle. Role involves frequent travel (including overnight_ across our UK offices
Hours: 37 hrs per week
Salary: Competitive + plus generous benefits
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: Friday 31st January 2020
Interview date: 12th Feb (London)
About us
The National Lottery Community Fund is the largest community funder in the UK - we’re proud to award money raised by players of The National Lottery to communities across the UK. Last year alone we gave out over half a billion pounds (£508.5 million) of National Lottery funding to over 11,000 community projects across the UK, enabling even more people and communities to bring their ideas and ambitions to life. We support a wide range of health, educational, environmental, and charitable projects with grants ranging from as little as £500 to multi-million-pound programmes. 86% of our new grants were for less than £10k.
At the heart of everything we do is the belief that when people are in the lead, communities thrive. National Lottery funding is open to everyone and we’re privileged to be able to work with the smallest of grassroots groups right up to large UK-wide charities. We have changed how we work across the Fund to help us serve people and communities more effectively, working flexibly and on their terms; working closer to communities.
Our Strategic Portfolio in England
Our Strategic Portfolio in England supports people from birth through to later life. It is made up of five long-term programmes: A Better Start, HeadStart, Talent Match, Multiple and Complex Needs and Ageing Better.
We are currently investing £567 million in 58 partnerships across the country through these programmes. These partnerships are testing innovative approaches to tackling some of the most serious social issues people face throughout their lifetimes.
Partnerships are made up of local organisations from the business, charity, education, health and local government sectors, who work together to develop strategies and services tailored to local requirements.
People who have first-hand experience of these issues play a vital role in shaping these strategies and services. Their insight helps to prevent the issues they have faced from impacting others.
We are also investing in evaluation and support for partnerships across all five programmes. This will enable the sharing of data, evidence and learning which can inform new ways to design services that match the requirements of people and communities.
About the role
We are looking for a dynamic leader who can oversee our A Better Start strategic programme. A Better Start is a programme funds five partnerships who are developing local science-based strategies which aim to improve the diet and nutrition, social and emotional development, and speech, language and communication skills of babies and young children. Local parents work with the partnerships to co-create these strategies so services are tailored to their requirements.
The programmes aim is to increase parents’ understanding of child development, including:
- good mental and physical health, healthy eating and exercise during pregnancy and the importance of breastfeeding for infant development and health
- creating strong attachment between parents and babies through interactive play to help children form future relationships and create a supportive environment
- promoting talking, singing and playing with babies to encourage children’s confidence to express themselves, managing difficult feelings and communicate to get their needs met
By connecting local agencies and services, the partnerships are making the support available for local families more responsive and joined-up.
For more on the programme, please see The National Lottery Community Fund's website, A Better Start.
About you
As a Leader, you may have been promoted through our internal career paths having demonstrated your skills and leadership abilities or alternatively may come from an external field. Either way, you’ll need to demonstrate your experience and qualifications in these areas:
- demonstrated experience in a senior level grant or programme development role
- significant experience of collaborating with customers and partners to create effective services
- experience of building and leading teams to deliver excellent service
- experience of managing large, complex budgets
- proven ability to articulate ambitions that resonate with team members and customers
- deep understanding of the communities we serve
The following experience is desirable:
- experience of working in/ understanding of the early years sector
- experience of overseeing the management of complex evaluations and learning programmes
Please also see attached Role Profile for more information.
We are an equal opportunities employer and celebrate the diversity of our staff. We positively encourage applications from individuals regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy and maternity.
We are committed to increasing employment opportunities for people with disabilities and will respond positively to meet individual needs throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace. We also offer opportunities for part-time employment and welcome applicants who can speak a second language.
At Depaul UK we currently have an exciting opportunity for a Night Concierge to come and join our team here at Maritime Court. You will join us on a full time, permanent basis and in return you will receive a competitive salary of £18,135 per annum + pension & other benefits.
Depaul UK delivers a range of support and housing services around the UK for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. We provide services that prevent homelessness, increase the resilience of those we work with and energise opportunities for employment, education, training & volunteering. We're dedicated to putting our values into action to achieve a society where everyone has a place to call home and a stake in their community.
In return as our Night Concierge, we can offer you:
- A friendly, flexible and values-led organisation
- Competitive salary
- 26 days of annual holiday, including bank holidays pro rata
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance
The Night Concierge role:
As our Night Concierge, you will help deliver assessment, support and a move on service to vulnerable clients in supported or community-based accommodation. Working under the direction and guidance of a manager, you will be responsible for managing the building to ensure that the accommodation provided to the clients is safe and secure through the provision of concierge service, security and door control. This includes controlling access to buildings, being the first point of contact for all emergencies and carrying out Health and Safety checks and cleaning.
What makes this role exciting?
- You will receive a full induction and training to enhance the ‘hard’ and ‘soft’ skills required’
- Training in the Depaul Endeavour model
- Continuous support and supervision including reflective practice to develop your learning and skills as a practitioner
What will ideally support your success in the Night Concierge role?
- An understanding of the needs of people who have experienced homelessness, poor mental health, substance use or care leavers.
- Experience of managing overnight safety of vulnerable clients preferably in supported housing.
- Good written and spoken communication skills to ensure the accurate handover of information both verbally and in writing between shifts.
- Experience of undertaking basic maintenance and/or delivering cleaning services.
- Able to demonstrate clear understanding of safeguarding requirements and procedures.
So, if this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you and you’d like to become our Night Concierge then please click ‘apply’ today – don’t miss out, we’d love to hear from you!
Closing date: Friday 24th January at 09:00
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.
At Depaul UK we are currently are recruiting for two new Progression Coaches, we have a full time role working 37.50 hours per week and a part time role working 16 hours per week on a permanent basis. In return you will receive a competitive salary of £19,608 pa (pro rata for part time role) + pension & other benefits.
Depaul UK delivers a wide range of support and housing services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. We specialise in the provision of services that: prevent homelessness, increase the resilience of those we work with and energise opportunities for employment, education, training and volunteering in the communities we work within.
In return as our Progression Coach, you'll be joining a friendly, flexible and values-led organisation, and will receive:
- Competitive salary
- 26 days of annual holiday plus bank holidays pro rata
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance
The Progression Coach role:
As the Progression Coach based in Whitley Bay, you’ll work as part of a team delivering an assessment, support and move on service to vulnerable clients in supported and community based accommodation.
Working under the direction, guidance and support of a senior worker, you will be responsible for a caseload of clients as well as share responsibility for the safety and wellbeing of all clients, volunteers and staff in the service.
This full time post is based on a five week rolling rota, which includes day shift, evening shifts, weekends and sleepovers. The part time post is weekends only, Saturday and Sunday 9-5.
What makes this role exciting?
- A full induction and training to enhance the ‘hard’ and ‘soft’ skills required’
- Training in the Depaul Endeavour model
- Continuous support and supervision including reflective practice to develop your learning and skills as a practitioner
- Access to a total rewards package including a health plan and generous pension contributions
What will ideally support your success in the Progression Coach role?
- Experience of working with the client group
- An understanding and commitment to working in an assets based way
- A knowledge and understanding of Risk Assessments and Support Planning
- Able to demonstrate clear understanding of safeguarding requirements and procedures
- High level understanding of professional boundaries and ability to maintain boundaries
Closing Date: Friday 24 January 2020 at 09:00 if we receive a sufficient number of applicants this may close early
So, if this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you and you’d like to become our Business Development Officer 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.
At Depaul UK we currently have an exciting new role that’s just opened as our Business Development Officer. This role can be based in either our Manchester, Whitley Bay or London office, you will join us on a full-time basis and in return you will receive a competitive salary of £27,234 pa + pension & other benefits.
Depaul UK delivers a wide range of support and housing services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. We specialise in the provision of services that: prevent homelessness, increase the resilience of those we work with and energise opportunities for employment, education, training and volunteering in the communities we work within.
In return as our Business Development Officer, you'll be joining a friendly, flexible and values-led organisation, and will receive:
- Competitive salary
- 26 days of annual holiday plus bank holidays
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance
The Business Development Officer role:
This key role involves coordination of business development activities to help us expand our housing and support services nationwide.
The post holder will support Depaul to identify, robustly appraise and bid for new opportunities and to retain existing contracts, as well as leading on the due diligence checking of contracts and sub-contracting arrangements.
What makes this role exciting?
- A full induction and opportunity to visit our projects
- An induction to our service model Endeavour
- Training in database management
- Encouragement to use your initiative, and as a result opportunities to feel proud of your personal contributions to the charity
- Access to a total rewards package including a health plan and generous pension contributions
What will ideally support your success in the Business Development Officer role?
- Experience or awareness of income generating activities
- Experience of delivering in a deadline-driven work environment plus knowledge of project management tools and techniques
- Knowledge of both the local authority and central government commissioning environments
- Good interpersonal and relationship building skills
- High competence in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and databases
Closing Date: 26th January at 23:59
So, if this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you and you’d like to become our Business Development Officer 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.
Oasis Community Housing has been expanding our Basis Beds service in Gateshead over the last two years and plan to extend further over the next 12 months as well as develop the offer in Sunderland and South Tyneside. The project will provide an accommodation offer to those furthest from safe and appropriate housing in a service designed specifically for individuals with multiple and complex needs. Basis Beds is a same day access housing first style project with properties dispersed throughout the borough of Gateshead.
The postholder will be part of a team providing intensive housing management delivery in our housing service for people with multiple and complex needs. This post will be responsible for the housing management function relating to up to forty separate properties, ensuring that all health and safety obligations are met, the properties are suitably decorated and furnished, repairs and maintenance schedule, management of rent and service charge systems and other housing related tasks.
You will be qualified to NVQ2 or equivalent in a relevant subject and have experience as a supported housing worker including experience of health and safety, finances, safeguarding, needs and risk assessment, personalised and holistic support provision. An understanding of the benefits system and knowledge of drug and alcohol misuse. Prior experience and oversight of a portfolio of properties and housing management responsibilities are essential for this role.
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The post involves giving a Christian perspective on the news for multiple formats quickly and accurately.
Candidates will be Christians who are highly motivated to apply biblical principles to the family, the world of work and public policy.
As well as writing content, the work also involves promoting the Christian faith, handling news media, research and liaison with supporters.
The successful candidate will have excellent written skills and be able to communicate the work of the Institute to the general public in a clear, concise and informative manner. Awareness of current affairs is essential. The role demands considerable commitment.
The post is full time and will be based at the Institute’s headquarters in Newcastle upon Tyne. Please contact Judi Coulson at The Christian Institute for more details. The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Tuesday 18 February 2020. Interviews will take place on Thursday 12 March 2020.
If the role above is not suitable but you think you may have something to offer, please complete an application form. Candidates will have spiritual maturity, sound judgement and a desire to serve the cause of Christ through our ministry.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.