Do you want to make as difference? Are you passionate about youth and community development? Can you help us develop and deliver a centre of excellence?

The Boiler House Community Space Charity (BHCS) is a grassroots organisation, we aspire to realise the huge potential in strengthening community networks and in the civil society that we are part of. We aim to live our values.

We manage three community spaces within estates in Hackney (covering community, early years and youth). We take a person centred approach in everything we do, working across demographics to provide positive, opportunities and support community resilience. 

This is an exciting opportunity to build and develop a dynamic youth and community work provision in an ever-changing, challenging and diverse area of North Hackney.

The centre is our most recent addition to the charity’s community hubs, having taken on the contract in September 2020. It brings opportunities and challenges as we evolve the service, team and continue to develop trusted relationships locally. 

We want this to be a centre of excellence! This will involve innovative youth support and partnership working, social enterprise and a new building.

We are looking for an experienced, responsible and responsive individual to develop and deliver a creative and progressive youth work programme and take overall responsibility for the development and maintenance of the centre as a vibrant and central addition to community and youth provision in the area.

Does this sound like the job or you?If so, please get in touch and have a read through the attached Job description. 

We have a new and exciting opportunity for a Project Worker to join our team based in Worthing. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis (30 hours per week) and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £23,530 per annum.

About us:

YMCA Guildford Foyer is YMCA Guildford’s Diversity Award-winning supported housing project offering accommodation to 34 young people, ages 16-25.  We are privileged to work with young people from Guildford and Surrey and those seeking asylum.  All young people are treated as individuals and tailored support packages are offered to support them to become fully independent in the future. We support young people to develop socially and personally in order that they may grow in confidence and learn to live more independently in communities in which they feel they can belong, contribute and thrive.

The Project Worker role:

We are looking for a Project Worker to join the team in The Worthing Foyer, a 29 bed supported accommodation project that we want you to be involved in to help with the support and growth of our young people. 

The post holder will report to the Senior Worker and together we will develop this valuable service with residents and our partners from across the county. 

This is challenging yet rewarding work that helps the young people we support to belong, contribute and thrive.

Overall, our service seeks to encourage and empower young people to move forward positively, and to learn and achieve the independent skills they need to live positive and fulfilling lives.

Responsibilities as our Project Worker:

- Delivering and using Psychologically Informed Environment practices, Trauma-Informed Approaches and Restorative Practice
- Enabling residents to articulate and achieve their ambitions and aspirations
- Supporting residents to acquire the skills they need to lead independent and fulfilling lives
- Identifying, mapping and encouraging the growth of each residents’ assets, strengths and talents 

What we are looking for in our ideal Project Worker:

We would like to have someone that has a passion for the work that the YMCA carry out across the West Sussex and have drive and ambition to ensure that young people have a positive experience when accessing our services and to ensure positive outcomes for young people we work with.

The Project Worker position comes with excellent benefits, including 27 days annual leave per annum (plus bank holidays), a company sick pay scheme, a life assurance policy of 2x your annual salary, a health and wellbeing cash plan, and a cycle to work scheme.

Closing date for applications: Monday 9th August 2021

Interview date: Tuesday 17th August 2021

YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

If you feel like you have what it takes to become our Project Worker click apply today, we would love to hear from you!

As a Service Lead here you’ll need to be ready to embrace change, work constructively with partners and be the key link between senior management team and operational delivery. The team is knowledgeable, skilled and motivated but will need your direction to make sure we reach our potential and more importantly improve outcomes for young people. We are proud of our open culture of support for staff and you’ll be willing to go the extra mile for the organisation.

We also need somebody confident in their ability and experience to manage within statutory services; at this point in our development you’ll need to hit the ground running.

The successful applicant will be educated to degree level and hold a professional qualification at Level 4 or above in a young people’s services related subject with significant management/leadership experience in a related field.

In return you’ll get great benefits; we’re committed to flexible working to improve productivity and wellbeing and opportunities to develop are available for those fully committed to our mission. We also offer a generous annual leave allowance.

Finally, you’ll need resilience and determination; we don’t accept that young people ‘don’t engage’; we change our approach until we find the right one.

Ormiston Families’ YOUnited - Children and Young People’s Mental Health Service Cambridge and Peterborough

We have a range of new opportunities for full time (35 hours per week) or part time, to support the growth of the new YOUnited Service for children and young people.

Ormiston Families are looking for compassionate, outcome-focused and collaborative people to join us as we continue to grow and develop services across Cambridgeshire & Peterborough for young people aged 0-14.

We are looking to recruit to a range of roles, including a YOUnited Referral Hub Senior Practitioner. Starting salary £28,466 per annum.

The Senior Referral Hub practitioner will work within the new YOUnited referral hub providing a single point of access for any professional across the county to refer a young person to get support with their mental health.

Roles within the YOUnited Referral Hub will be based in Huntingdon but other roles are available across Cambridgeshire/Peterborough. A driving licence and use of a car is essential for these posts.

For more information or to apply for this post, please visit our website via the Apply button.

Closing date for all applications is 9am, Monday 9th August 2021.

Advert will close before this date should we receive a significant number of applications.

Ormiston Families is committed to safeguarding. We are an equal opportunities employer; we value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. 

Depaul UK are currently looking for a Senior Support Worker join us based in Manchester.  You will join us on a part-time basis and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £24,174 (pro rata) + pension and benefits.

Depaul UK works with some of the most disadvantaged young people in the UK. We specialise in working in communities where poverty and long-term unemployment have resulted in generations of social exclusion and high rates of homelessness.

Over the past 30 years, we have grown as an organisation and developed and enhanced our work and the impact it has across the UK.  Depaul UK has a wide range of services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness.

The Senior Support Worker role:

Depaul UK are currently looking for an experienced Senior Progression Coach to work part time, 23 hours a week, at our service in Rochdale until December 2021.

Working as a senior member of the team, you will be deliver an assessment, support and move on service for our clients in supported accommodation. You will be responsible for the safe and effective management of the service and therefore should be well informed on safeguarding procedures.

This is a rewarding role where you will ensure clients are supported in sustaining their tenancies, developing skills and resilience and participating in positive and successful move on.
 

What makes the Senior Support Worker 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

What will ideally support your success as one of our Senior Support Worker:

- Great experience working with young people or those who have experienced homelessness

- Experience in managing a staff team and the performance of team members

- You will have experience of completing support, support file, and Health & Safety audits

- Knowledge and understanding of operating safeguarding requirements and procedures

What’s it like to work at Depaul UK?

You'll be joining a friendly, flexible and values-led organisation, and will receive:

- Competitive salary
- 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Cycle to work scheme

- Interest free Annual Season Ticket Loan

- Four Weeks Paternity Leave

So, if this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you and you’d like to become our Senior Support Worker then please click ‘apply’ today – don’t miss out, we’d love to hear from you!

Closing Date for applications: Tuesday 27 July 2021 at 12:00 pm
 

An enhanced DBS disclosure is a requirement for this role. 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.

About us

At Together Trust we believe everybody deserves an equal chance in life. There are no exceptions. We provide a wide range of support services including fostering, residential, community and family support. We also provide specialist educational support through our schools and colleges.

Our Childrens homes in Stockport are currently recruiting for a senior to effectively and efficiently deliver the main responsibilities and key result areas within the Senior Residential Support Worker role. To ensure effective service delivery with a view to supporting the positive development of the children/young people, staff, service and organisation.

As our senior residential support worker…

You will support children with complex mental, behavioural and learning needs aged 5 to 18 years of age, being a positive and supportive role model encouraging confidence, self-esteem and essential life skills. As part of the senior team you will support with the leadership of an incredible residential team who work hard to empower these individuals to help them break through their barriers to take control of their lives, and experience happiness and security. Most importantly, you will ensure that they are safeguarded at all times in what can be a challenging environment. You will be part of a team that works to ensure they exceed the Children’s Homes regulations and Quality care standards in line with Ofsted Inspection frameworks.

About you

You are caring, passionate and looking to make a real difference to children’s lives.

Experience in residential child care and a Level 3 qualification in children and young people’s workforce - are essential. Experience of leading shifts, key work, completion of monthly written reports and the ability to mentor/coach the team and the requirement to attend meeting of for and behalf of the children and parents. Having a good knowledge and understanding around the needs of looked after children particularly those with autism and learning disabilities is also a distinct advantage.

As the team provide 24/7 support, you will need to be flexible and willing to work shifts on a rota basis over a day 7 period, due to the nature of this role you will be required to take part in sleep over shifts, these are paid in addition to the 37.5 hours at a rate of £62.64 and are not included in the 37.5 hours advertised.

You must be over 21 years of age to apply for this role due to the age range of the young people in the service. (These roles are exempt from the Employment Equality (Age) Regulation 2006).

We are looking for a creative, motivated and approachable individual to join our team on a twelve-month contract, supporting our mission to enable homeless and at risk young people to achieve independence and positive futures. You will work within the Youth Work Team, delivering our Lifeskills programme and day centre services to young people aged 16-24. The role will also be responsible for shaping and delivering key elements of our new Youth Voice strategy, including leading a regular Youth Forum. You should be experienced in designing and delivering engaging youth work activities, able to work dynamically in a fast-paced day centre environment, and skilled in engaging a wide range of people with various, complex needs. You will be required to work regularly both from our day centre in Camden and remotely from home.

The post is based at: New Horizon Youth Centre, 68 Chalton Street, London, NW1 1JR however regular homeworking is required. The post holder will be required to work 35 hours per week. Any time over 35 hours worked in one week may be taken as time off in lieu in agreement with the Services Manager. Some work over the Christmas period will be required.

The contract is fixed term for twelve months as a secondment cover, subject to successful completion of a probationary period, and will be offered to the successful candidate subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and enhanced DBS check. The Lifeskills Worker reports to the Services Manager.  

The starting salary for the role is £28,455.22 (pro rata) including London weighting. The salary scale is: AP26 (£28,455.22) to AP31 (£32,976.61). New Horizon Youth Centre contributes up to 6% to a group personal pension scheme. New Horizon Youth Centre's annual leave policy is 30 days per year

We are looking for a creative, motivated and approachable individual to join our team on a twelve-month contract, supporting our mission to enable homeless and at risk young people to achieve independence and positive futures. You will work within the Youth Work Team, delivering our Lifeskills programme and day centre services to young people aged 16-24. This role is also responsible for delivering specific services for young women who access New Horizon, including leading a regular women’s group and setting up referral pathways for specialist women’s services. You should be experienced in designing and delivering engaging youth work activities, able to work dynamically in a fast-paced day centre environment, and skilled in engaging a wide range of people with various, complex needs. You will be required to work regularly both from our day centre in Camden and remotely from home. 

The post is based at: New Horizon Youth Centre, 68 Chalton Street, London, NW1 1JR however regular homeworking is required. The post holder will be required to work 35 hours per week. Any time over 35 hours worked in one week may be taken as time off in lieu in agreement with the Services Manager. Some work over the Christmas period will be required.

The contract is fixed term for twelve months as a secondment cover, subject to successful completion of a probationary period, and will be offered to the successful candidate subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and enhanced DBS check. The Lifeskills Worker reports to the Services Manager.  

The starting salary for the role is £28,455.22 (pro rata) including London weighting. The salary scale is: AP26 (£28,455.22) to AP31 (£32,976.61). New Horizon Youth Centre contributes up to 6% to a group personal pension scheme. New Horizon Youth Centre's annual leave policy is 30 days per year.

Location: Any of our UK Trust offices

This is a fantastic opportunity for an accomplished data analyst to join The Prince’s Trust, working on our crucial Health & Social Care contract.

Making an impact on young people is at the heart of what we do so analysing and evaluating our services is key to informing the programmes we design and showcasing our success with partners and funders. We’re on an exciting journey to transform how The Trust users data and want you to be part of it!

Most importantly you must believe in The Trust’s work, live our company values and fit in with our team’s positive, supportive and collaborative culture.

What you will do:

• Lead the data strategy for our H&SC contract, driving our performance and showcasing our work with our supporters
• Work with a team of analysts to transform how we use data across the Trust to shape our services
• Create and maintain an infrastructure of systems and tools for undertaking analysis and supplying data and insights.

What we need from you:

• Strong analytics skills including use of data analysis tools such as Tableau, Power BI and Google studio, BI systems such as Oracle service cloud and software including R, Python and SQL
• Strong communications skills including both written and verbal outputs, including facilitating insight-based discussions
• Experience leading an analytics project or development of new functionality
• The ability to upskill and knowledge share with less experienced colleagues, this role will include line management of a less experienced analyst.

For more information and to apply, please go to our website. 

To be considered, you will need to add your CV and a covering statement as to how your experience fits the role criteria. We are currently receiving high volumes of applications, so we urge you to complete a supporting statement, otherwise, your application could be unsuccessful.

Are you looking for an exciting new challenge to work within a charity that provides support to young people?

Butterfly House is a Supported Living setting for vulnerable young adults aged between 18 and 30 years old, with mental health issues. Butterfly House has recently achieved CQC registration.

We offer support in the homes of young people, including those living at Butterfly House. Support packages are tailored to meet the needs of our residents and include supporting them with personal care, tenancies, benefits, accessing education, training or employment opportunities and to support them with other aspects of their life, such as developing and maintaining important life skills.

We support residents to access the community, socialise/maintain good relationships, develop new skills and hobbies to live a more independent and confident life.

The role also includes leading the supervision, training and mentoring of our team and managing and overseeing Recovery Care Plans and Risk Assessments of our residents. Candidates who are interested in training in management of Supported Living settings are welcome to apply.

Benefits of Joining Us: 

We nurture a workplace culture where you are supported and empowered to deliver your role

• Free Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) application
• 25 days annual leave plus recognised bank holidays that will increase after 3 & 5 years service 
• Generous Company Pension Scheme with employer 6% and employee 5% contribution rates 
• 24 Hour Employee Assistance Program 
• Discretionary company sick pay 
• Full training program appropriate to role 

The Benjamin Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for successful applicants.

Community Support Worker

Hours

32.5 hours per week

Grade

Grade 1, Point 1

Starting Salary £16,050.67

Location

Salford

Reports to

Team Leader

Job purpose

We’re looking for a community Support Worker to enable our service userswith complex learning disabilities, and/or an autism spectrum condition, to lead an independent life having due regard to their health, aspirations and social need.

About the role

As a Community Support Worker you will be employed within a community based project in the Salford area. The aims of the projects are to provide extensive care, specialist positive behaviour support and promote independence and inclusion within the local community, in order to empower the service users to take control of their own lives. The main focus is to provide the highest level of support in order to enable greater independence, choice and fulfilment for the service users.

Our service users will have a variety of complex needs which may include learning difficulties, Autism spectrum conditions, including behaviours perceived as challenging, mobility, communication, health and social care needs.

Main duties will be carried out working shifts allocated by the delegated staff member, which may include some weekends, early evening work. As part of this role the post holder will be expected to support service users within the community, which may include general outings, or appointments which they are due to attend. A number of flexible hours will be spent attending meetings, staff meetings, supervision, annual appraisals, training, and FAC’s reviews.

About you

Qualifications/

Education

• Basic literacy & numeracy skills.
• Level 2 QCF award in Health & Social Care – Children or Adults, or willingness to commence award within the timescales set by the Trust

Work Experience

• Ability to undertake the full range of tasks, in a well planned way that respects & values the Tenants as individuals.

Skills and abilities

• Flexibility to respond to the needs of the project and Tenants.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability and resilience to work with behaviour, which may challenge, in a caring and consistent manner, including the maintenance of appropriate boundaries for behaviour
• Ability to work individually on shift using your own initiative and as part of a team, maintaining & encouraging, open and honest communication.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the issues affecting disabled people

Other

• Commitment to continuing personal and professional development.
• An enthusiastic, reliable and outgoing person with a level of maturity and skills and interests which can be utilised to engage with Tenants.

Senior Residential Support Worker

Hours

37.5 hours per week

Grade

Grade 2, Pt 7

Starting Salary £21,346.00

Location

Bolton

Reports to

Residential Home Manager

Job purpose

Our specialist service in Bolton are currently recruiting for a Senior Residential Support Worker. You’ll effectively and efficiently deliver the main responsibilities and key result areas within the Senior Residential Support Worker role. We’re looking for someone to ensure effective service delivery with a view to supporting the positive development of the children/young people, staff, service and organisation.

About the role

You will support children with complex mental, behavioural and learning needs aged 5 to 18 years of age, being a positive and supportive role model encouraging confidence, self-esteem and essential life skills. As part of the Senior team you will support with the leadership of an incredible residential team who work hard to empower these individuals to help them break through their barriers to take control of their lives, and experience happiness and security. Most importantly, you will ensure that they are safeguarded at all times in what can be a challenging environment. You will be part of a team that works to ensure they exceed the Children’s Homes regulations and Quality care standards in line with Ofsted Inspection frameworks.

About you

We’re looking for an experienced Residential Support Worker who is passionate and looking to make a real difference to children’s lives.

Experience in residential child care and a Level 3 qualification in children and young people’s workforce - are essential. Experience of leading shifts, key work, completion of monthly written reports and the ability to mentor/coach the team and the requirement to attend meeting of for and behalf of the children and parents. Having a good knowledge and understanding around the needs of looked after children particularly those with autism and learning disabilities is also a distinct advantage.

As the team provide 24/7 support, you will need to be flexible and willing to work shifts on a rota basis over a day 7 period, due to the nature of this role you will be required to take part in sleep over shifts, these are paid in addition to the 37.5 hours at a rate of £62.64 and are not included in the 37.5 hours advertised.

You must be over 21 years of age to apply for this role due to the age range of the young people in the service. (These roles are exempt from the Employment Equality (Age) Regulation 2006).

Benefits

You'll get to help the people we support celebrate along the road to a brighter future. And, be part of an incredible team of like-minded peers. Together we work hard, laugh a lot, and support each other. We also have a range of rewards and benefits for our staff:

• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays. Pro rated for part time roles) rising to 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 10 years.
• A company pension plan with 7% employer contribution
• Opportunity to purchase a health plan to claim towards therapy, dental and more
• Unlimited access to our employee assistance programme for advice and support
• Support from mental health first aiders
• Follow your ambitions and progress your career through on-the-job training, apprenticeships and qualifications

Are you looking to make the next step up in your career, do you have experience of supporting young people in a residential setting? If the answer is yes, this could be the role for you.

Reporting to the Service Manager, your role will require you to lead and motivate the team to deliver a service that empowers our young people, to achieve their aspirations and make positive, sustainable life changes.

You will need to be ready to learn how to supervise and support the team within a strengths and recovery framework.  You will also be skilled and have the capacity to develop your management skills with the support of the service manager.    

We are looking for someone who is able to:

• Manage the delivery of a service to Young People with a diverse range of needs including offending history, gang affiliation and homelessness
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with stakeholders
• Motivate and support a team through change, in order to meet local priorities
• Develop and build on our structured opportunities program specifically for Young People

If you think you have got what it takes, we would love to hear from you. 

Our attractive benefits package includes:

• A salary increase after successfully completing six months.
• A 37.5 hour working week including flexible working hours (core hours are 10am – 4pm) in non-accommodation services
• 25 days annual leave, increasing annually to the maximum 30 days (plus paid Bank Holidays),
• A contributory pension scheme: SHP will contribute the equivalent of 5% of your annual salary
• Staff Health Cash Plan and discounts scheme
• Comprehensive and integrated training programme designed specifically to develop the skills and knowledge involved in our work

Closing date: 29th July 2021 (at Midnight)

Interviews to be held: 5th/6th August 2021

This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed for the successful applicant

SHP is actively committed to equal opportunities and the promotion of diversity and inclusion, in all of our services and workplaces.  We are also Disability Confident Committed, a Stonewall Diversity Champion and are IIP Silver accredited.

About the Roundhouse
A lot of people know the Roundhouse for our incredible history but our future is just as exciting. Our home is a unique heritage building that has a rich history built on counter-culture, revolutionary theatre and life-changing music moments. But we’re building on that legacy and independent venue spirit. The Roundhouse Studios - a creative space for young people - is a home for young Londoners where the next generation of creatives are using their talent and their voice to change the world around them.

About You:
We welcome applications from people who feel they can bring their own experiences and ideas to the table and empower those around them to do the same.

The Role:
The Senior Youth Support Manager will have responsibility for overseeing the day-to-day operation of the Paul Hamlyn Roundhouse Studios (designated creative youth centre within the Roundhouse), and leading the pastoral support team to provide accessible information, advice and guidance to support the navigation of challenges that young people experience within their lives. Through managing the Youth Support Worker and bank of Casual Youth Support staff the role will ensure sufficient support is available to a diverse range of young people aged 11 – 25yrs (in particular those with multiple and complex needs), whilst providing the highest standards of service to young people using the Paul Hamlyn Roundhouse Studios. The role will also take a strategic lead in establishing a youth work methodology across all areas of our work with young people, and raising the profile of Roundhouse and the impact of arts and creativity within the Youth Sector.

The successful candidate will be required to have a current and acceptable DBS check due to the nature of the role.

For more information please download the full job description from our website and if you would like to apply, and feel you have the skills and experience we are looking for, please apply via our website by 9am, Monday 26th July.

Deadline: 9am, Monday 26th July 2021
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: £38,000 per annum
Interviews: W/C 2nd August 2021

All personal data submitted to the Roundhouse in the form of personal details forms is used for recruitment purposes and equal opportunities reporting only. By submitting a personal details form, you consent to the Roundhouse retaining your personal data for these purposes. Personal details forms contain your name, address and details relating to your gender, religion and nationality. All forms are anonymised before use. In accordance with GDPR all information submitted by unsuccessful applicants will be deleted within six months