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The Team Leader – Support at Home is responsible for the operational leadership, performance management, and development of two distinct but connected services:
- Home Help Service, a person-centred, income-generating support service focused on enabling independence and reducing isolation.
- Handyperson Service, a practical support service delivered under local authority contract arrangements, requiring structured performance monitoring, compliance reporting, and contract accountability.
The postholder will ensure both services operate efficiently, meet financial and contractual targets, deliver high-quality outcomes for customers, and align with Age UK Wigan Borough values.
The role requires balancing commercial performance, compliance requirements, workforce management, and service quality across two departments with different operational challenges and opportunities.
We improve the quality of life for local people aged 50 and over.
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VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR
OASIS HUB BLAKENHALE
PART TIME: 15 hours per week
FIXED-TERM CONTRACT: 18 months
SALARY: £10,533 for 0.3 FTE and £28,088 for 1FTE
We’re looking for an organised, people‑focused Volunteer Coordinator to recruit, support and coordinate volunteers across our community projects.
At Oasis Community Hub Blakenhale we provide a range of community activities including stay and play, food club, warm welcome space and adult education, community events and school holiday activities. Together, we aim to Creating places of belonging where we can connect with each other. Creating opportunities to volunteer and be change makers. Create a community we are proud of. Volunteers are at the heart of this work and the role of the volunteer co-ordinator will be a key part of this community.
Key Responsibilities
- Recruit, induct and match volunteers.
- Promote volunteering through events and local outreach.
- Provide ongoing support, supervision and admin for volunteers.
- Coordinate volunteers across hub activities.
- Support corporate/skills‑based volunteering and training sessions.
About You
- Experience supporting volunteers or working in a community setting.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Knowledge of safeguarding and confidentiality.
- Confident with Word and Excel.
- Relevant qualification or equivalent experience.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.
What we offer
- Flexible working practices which encourage innovation and fresh ideas.
- A supportive network and friendly team in a motivating working environment.
- A non-contributory defined benefit pension scheme with 7% employer contributions.
- 25 days holiday per year (plus Bank Holidays), rising to 30 days after 2 years of service.
- Employee wellbeing schemes such as Cycle to Work and an employee funded health cash plan.
Application process
For full details please go the Oasis UK charity website.
Closing date for completed applications is 9am Friday 20th March. Interviews will take place at Oasis Blakenhale on Wednesday 25th March.
Please send us your CV and cover letter.
To arrange a visit or an informal conversation about the role, please contact Oasis UK Charity Jobs website.
We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority and underrepresented groups. Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos.
The successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Oasis cannot assist with sponsorship or visas.
Oasis supports Equal Opportunities. Registered Charity No. 1163889
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Domestic Abuse Practitioner- Accommodation
JOB TITLE: Domestic Abuse Parenting Support and Group Facilitator
SALARY: £ 28-30K
RESPONSIBLE TO: Accommodation Manager
HOURS: 37.5 flexible working between hours of 8am – 6pm
Monday to Friday
Annual Leave: 30 days pro-rata + Bank Holidays
Pension: 6% employer’s contribution
Health Benefits: Health Care Cash Plan
Employment Mental Wellbeing Scheme
Flexible working hours according to the needs of the project. Evening and weekend work as required. Annual leave and time off in lieu to be taken at times to meet the requirements of the organisation and with the prior agreement of the CEO.
The post is based within Pennine Domestic Abuse Partnership (Pdap)
N.B. The organisation refers to the Pennine Domestic Abuse Partnership.
Overall Objectives
To support women who have been subjected to domestic abuse, ‘so called’ honor-based abuse and or forced marriage to navigate the barriers faced in their journey to recovery.
To provide holistic and trauma-informed support to women residing across Pdap’s refuge services who have experienced domestic abuse. The post will have a strong emphasis on supporting empowerment through one to one and group-based activities. This role will deliver targeted interventions, facilitate group activities that promote confidence and self-efficacy, and provide flexible, ad hoc support to a small caseload of women.
The successful applicant will embody the Pdap values and keep the client at the heart of everything they do.
Particular Tasks of the Postholder
The postholder will provide client-centred support and advocate for victims of domestic abuse by;
1. Providing bespoke 1 to 1 support sessions:
• Provide one-to-one support tailored to the needs of women affected by domestic abuse.
• Help women rebuild post-abuse.
• Complete support plans with women to ascertain their needs and work with them to achieve their goals
• To support women to access housing and other key services
• To ensure women have the means to live independently including support to access finance and education
2. Facilitating Group Activities
• Alongside the wider DAP team to design and facilitate a regular programme of group activities aimed at building confidence, skills, and emotional wellbeing.
• Promote peer support, personal development, and recovery through workshops on topics such as self-esteem, healthy relationships, assertiveness, and life skills.
• Encourage participation and co-production by involving women in planning and leading group sessions where appropriate.
3. Individual Support
• Hold a small, manageable caseload and provide responsive, ad hoc support as needed.
• Conduct holistic, trauma-informed assessments, support plans and safety planning.
• Empower women to make informed choices and access relevant services (e.g. legal, housing, benefits, health).
• Advocate on behalf of residents where necessary to ensure their rights and needs are met.
4. Partnership and Safeguarding
• Work closely with external agencies (e.g. social services, schools, health professionals) to ensure coordinated support.
• Proactively contribute to multi-agency safeguarding and risk management procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and case notes in line with organisational policies and confidentiality standards
• To adhere to defined service standards and accreditation frameworks and remain up-to-date and compliant with all organisational procedures policies and professional codes of conduct and uphold standards of best practice
Organisational Development
· To ensure the views of clients and stakeholders are embedded into the work of PDAP and to take full account of these in the development of services
· To participate in, and support organisational policy development and implementation
· To embrace Pdap’s approach to continuous improvement
Internal and External Liaison and Engagement
· To promote Pdap ethos and values across the organisation
· To liaise with other agencies on behalf of clients, the organisation and volunteers
and represent the wider complexities of those experiencing domestic abuse
· To represent Pdap operationally where required.
· To develop and maintain good positive working relationships with relevant agencies and professionals
· To attend and participate positively in relevant meetings, training, supervision and annual appraisals.
Other
· To work as part of a team to ensure the health and safety elements of the accommodation are undertaken
· To undertake other related duties required by your manager, the Senior Leadership Team and Board of Trustees
· To keep up-to-date with national and local government decisions, policy and agendas pertinent to domestic abuse and Pdap, implement this learning to develop services and enhance the work Pdap carry out, also disseminate learning, knowledge and awareness to colleagues
· To undertake all other reasonable tasks requested by the senior leadership team
· To take part in Pdap out of hours on-call rota
It is essential to the development of Pdap service delivery that the post holder is able to respond flexibly to changes in the requirements of this post. This job description is therefore a guide and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities the post holder may have over time
Person Specification Knowledge
You will be required to:
Essential:
• Minimum 2 years experience of working with vulnerable adults or children.
• To have demonstrable safeguarding experience and be willing to undertake an enhanced DBS.
• Knowledge of the impact of domestic abuse women
• Minimum Level 3 qualification or substantial relevant experience in a related field with additional proof of continuing professional development
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust and rapport quickly.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Strong organisational, report writing and communication skills, both written and in person
• Knowledge and experience of working with women and children from different backgrounds and a commitment to equitable practice.
• Experience working in partnership with key organisations relating to safeguarding and multi-agency working
Desirable:
• Relevant qualification (e.g. social work, psychology, health and social care, IDVA training).
• Experience delivering group work or educational sessions.
• Can speak one or more of the community languages within Kirklees
• Experience working with children or families in a domestic abuse setting or within the community
• Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches and strength-based models.
• Knowledge of case management systems
Additional Information:
• An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.
• A full clean driving license is required for this role
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required.
• Ongoing training and professional development will be provided.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.