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We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Training and Support Worker to lead and support The Mason Foundation’s future growth and development by providing and delivering training to a variety of audiences. The role is home based - with requirement to travel (ideally, candidates will be located in the ‘South Central’ area of England, including Buckinghamshire, Berkshire, Hampshire, and surrounding areas). Hours - 30 -37.5 hours, available as a part-time or full-time position.
Through our programmes we reduce inequalities, empower communities, and drive meaningful, sustainable change.The Mason Foundation delivers people centred services, projects and training, through its specialist wellbeing and employment programmes including:
· The Mason Mile – supporting inclusive, community led starting point physical activity centred around ‘1 Mile’
· Propel - supporting young people with learning disabilities, into meaningful and sustainable employment.
· Bespoke Community Impact Projects – supporting and empowering communities to co-develop and deliver impactful and meaningful change.
As the Training and Support Worker, you will play a pivotal part in the development of our programmes and training, through sharing partner insight, understanding the latest evidence and landscape of workplace inclusivity and keeping abreast of other providers in this space. You will be required to travel regularly to deliver face to face training within the community, education settings and workplaces.
You will have a track record of working within learning, development, community engagement or similar, ideally with experience of supporting communities with additional needs.
You will be a strong, passionate, and inspiring facilitator, driven to deliver impactful training. You will be a skilled communicator, confident in using a variety of methods to engage and empower others from a broad range of backgrounds and settings.
You will be a team player and understand the need to work seamlessly in collaboration with multiple agencies including local authority, corporate and third sector partners, to help ensure high quality delivery of our services, to our communities.
The Training and Support Worker will need to embrace a ‘make it happen’ working environment, with constant dedication and a passion for making a difference as part of a committed charity, supporting disadvantaged communities.
In return, you get to work for a great, growing charity with like-minded people with a competitive salary.
All offers of employment are conditional upon you signing the contract of employment and:
· Two satisfactory references
· Proof of attainment of qualifications
· Evidence of your right to work in the United Kingdom; and
· If applicable, satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Proposed Week of Interview: w/c 18th November 2024
The Mason Foundation is an equal opportunities employer and proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We positively encourage applications from candidates regardless of sex, race or ethnicity, nationality, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, or belief, marital or civil partnership status, parental or carer status, education, socioeconomic background, pregnancy or maternity, or any other characteristic protected under equality legislation.
We are especially keen to encourage and welcome applications from people currently under-represented within the organisation, these include but are not limited to those from the LGBT+ community, people with disabilities, and candidates who are Black or People of Colour. Those with disabilities meeting the minimum requirements for the post will be shortlisted and reasonable adjustments will be made to ensure they are not disadvantaged during the interview process.
Your CV and covering letter should state why your skills and experience make you the ideal candidate for the position.
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Mental Health Recovery Worker
£14,136 - £14,880 for 22 hours per week
Newport
Permanent
Part Time – 22 hours per week
Working Pattern: Includes shifts between 12pm and 10pm Monday to Friday, including bank holidays
This role is based at our client’s mental health crisis intervention service which provides telephone, email, or face to face support and a “safe space” to adults with mental health diagnosis during evenings and weekends.
Their aim is to understand why someone is at crisis point and work with them to take steps to reduce the crisis and reduce the need for emergency intervention.
If you’re passionate about supporting individuals with mental health issues and are looking for a role where you will make a real difference in the lives of those you support, then this is the role for you!
The role
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You will greet, assess and provide person centered support to all individuals accessing the service
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You will record and maintain client records, ensuring risk assessments and safety plans are detailed and accurate
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You will be effective in de-escalating difficult situations, ensuring that you adhere to all lone working and safeguarding policies
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In order to signpost clients effectively, you will have good knowledge of partner agencies and additional services to support people in the community to manage their mental health
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You will help to maintain a welcoming, safe environment, identifying and minimising all potential risks to users of the premises and the organisation and property
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You will work in accordance with the Health and Safety regulations and all policies and procedures
About you
Previous experience in this type of work is not essential but you will have a real passion for wanting to work within a Mental Health Service. Your values will match theirs and you will be committed to helping others and enjoy the real job satisfaction that this brings.
They are looking for someone with:
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Clear verbal and written English skills
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Good IT and keyboard skills
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A polite, assertive manner, ability to self-motivate
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Passion for working in a client/customer facing role
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Knowledge of Mental Health First Aid
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An interest and genuine concern for mental health, homelessness and related issues
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Knowledge of voluntary and statutory agencies
They reserve the right to close their adverts early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Staff benefits, support and development
Staff benefits include:
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Pension with life cover
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Generous holiday allowance
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Extra mile awards for outstanding work
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Work offers including discounted shopping vouchers, days out and holidays
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Cycle to work scheme
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Confidential employee assistance programme including access to counselling
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Employee voice – their Staff Council
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Recruitment referral scheme
They support and develop their staff by providing:
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A comprehensive induction and training programme
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Management training
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Trauma-informed care training
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Specialist training, coaching and development opportunities linked to personal development plans
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Access to accredited qualifications
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Mental Health First Aid training and provision
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Access to counselling psychologists via their Psychology Service
About them
They offer support to people who are homeless, vulnerable or at risk of becoming homeless and need help rebuilding their lives for a brighter future. Their services include safe, flexible and reliable client led housing and support with a focus on reducing homelessness, improving health and wellbeing and building on individual’s skills and resilience to break the cycle of homelessness, poverty and exclusion.
They work in partnership with multiple agencies and authorities to deliver support and accommodation needs across Berkshire, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Portsmouth and Southampton.
They’re committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that embodies their values and promotes a tolerant and respectful environment where everyone can feel empowered to succeed.
They welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and will support with any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
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Are you experienced at delivering health or social care at a high quality to adults with complex needs and learning disabilities?
Operating across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Berkshire, our client provide accommodation-based services to those in need of care and support, and to those who cannot afford to buy or rent homes at market rates. They fulfil this mission by constructing hundreds of essential new homes and offering care and supported housing services to a diverse range of people. They are now seeking 2 Service Managers for two of their small, supported living services, one based in Hemel Hempstead and the other based in Tring.
As Service Manager, you will oversee and support a dedicated team of frontline workers, supporting beneficiaries with a range of physical and learning disabilities. You will manage the service from a practical, logistical perspective, and will liaise with a variety of health professionals, as well as with the local authority. The Service Manager role offers a first step into a management career for those with great experience within housing and social care; successful candidates will be placed onto a management programme and also offered the opportunity to complete recognised qualifications. Extensive training is provided, meaning that you feel fully equipped for this next stage in your career.
To apply for this role, you must have previous experience of working in the care/support field, supporting those with a variety of complex needs. You must have previous experience of overseeing frontline staff, and of working in partnership with a variety of external agencies.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
In order to apply please, submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a call to brief you on the role.
