We are looking for someone to support our North London Impact Team Leader with administration duties, to establish supportive relationships with Urban Saints Group Leaders and to support with the administration of residentials and events.
For the right person, this is an amazing opportunity to be part of our Urban Saints’ team.
Salary: £22,000 pro-rata + £3,000 pro-rata London Weighting per year
Hours: 8 hours a week
Contract: Permanent, starting as soon as possible.
Location: Home-based (within one hour travel of North London)
When joining Urban Saints, you’ll enjoy excellent benefits including:
- 25 days holiday (pro-rata) plus bank holidays (pro-rata)
- Pension scheme – For eligible workers, we contribute 6% of gross salary to the Urban Saints pension scheme.
- Life assurance – you will receive life assurance cover to the value of four times your annual pensionable salary.
- Flexible working – we offer flexible working arrangements to optimise work/life balance.
- Home working allowance – you will receive a monthly allowance toward additional household costs (pro-rata)
- Volunteering days – you will have an opportunity to volunteer for one of our events or a similar charity of choice for up to eight days (pro-rata).
We highly value a diverse and inclusive team and are committed to an equitable work environment where every person is set up to thrive. Having a diverse workforce allows us to benefit from a variety of perspectives and give us strength in the work that we do. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
For further information and to apply, please visit our website.
Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and applicants will be invited to interview as appropriate.
No agencies, please.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Recruiting for a CSR Support Worker to join our Service!
GBP 22,568 per annum, working 35 hours per week, plus 25 days Annual Leave, Pension schemes, Staff discounts, healthcare and more.
Job Overview:
Successful candidates will be given the opportunity to join a busy, dynamic and engaging team working in Tower Hamlets. Support Workers enable people with particular needs to manage their tenancies and live independent lives of their choosing in the community and move towards greater independence by providing a flexible and individually tailored support package. The project has one high support building with 20 self contained flats, with additional communal space and a garden as well as two low support buildings with 19 self contained flats/bed-sits spread over two sites.
Key Responsibilities:
Successful candidates will be given the opportunity to join a busy, dynamic and engaging team working in Tower Hamlets. Support Workers enable people with particular needs to manage their tenancies and live independent lives of their choosing in the community and move towards greater independence by providing a flexible and individually tailored support package. The project has one high support building with 20 self contained flats, with additional communal space and a garden as well as two low support buildings with 19 self contained flats/bed-sits spread over two sites.
Person Specification:
- Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement
- Approachable and open behaviour
- Prefers working as part of a group or team
- Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement
- Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organised
- Flexible
- Open to feedback and self development
- Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments
- Is confident with high levels of self-esteem
- Is respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication
- Is essentially customer-focused
- Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can do attitude
- Ability to cope positively with challenging and diverse behaviours
Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
Essential:
- Adept use of Microsoft programmes and an ability and willing to learn how to use new recording and reporting software
Desirable:
- Experience working in mental health
- Up to NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent or experience in the social care/charity sector
If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with the Inclusive Employers Standard 2020. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Look Ahead supports around 8,000 people across London and the South East each year. People who for a variety of reasons may need some extra suppor... Read more
Look Ahead supports around 8,000 people across London and the South East each year. People who for a variety of reasons may need some extra suppor... Read more
Nights - We have a number of shifts available, full or part-time guaranteed hours as well as Bank shifts.
We are on a local bus route so if you are reliant on public transport you should be able to get to us.
No experience needed.
As a Support Worker 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.
You will be based at our St Teresa's home on the outskirts of Penzance. St Teresa's is a single story home to 26 adults with physical disabilities. We offer an environment where you can be part of a team who are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of adults with physical disabilities. Leonard Cheshire are the largest disability non profit organisation in the UK, our size means many advantages to choosing to work with us including training and development opportunities, progression opportunities, many benefits and working in a team who are genuinely passionate about what they do.
No experience required!
You don't need any specific qualifications or experience to become a support worker with us although experience of providing personal care in a Support Worker, Care Assistant or Health Care Assistant is advantageous. You will receive training and support to build your skills, experience and career.
You will be passionate about giving high standards of care, have good interpersonal skills and be able to work well as part of a team.
Benefits:
• Generous Annual Leave
• EXTRA! - an excellent employee discount scheme providing access to great savings and discounts at some of the UK’s biggest retailers.
• Blue Light Card
• Discounted Tariffs with 02
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing access to a free, confidential 24-hour information, support and counselling service.
• Access to a cash health plan at very competitive rates to help cover every day healthcare expenses (i.e. dental / optical) and personal accident cover.
• And more!
This role is subject to the requirements of The Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) (Amendment) (Coronavirus) Regulations 2021. Appointment is conditional on successful applicants providing evidence to our satisfaction that they are vaccinated or are exempt from vaccination due to clinical reasons.
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.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post. References will be obtained for all roles.
Shortlisting for this role may take place as applications are received. We therefore reserve the right to close this vacancy once suitable candidates have been appointed.
* No agencies please *
Ref: 104 724
SUPPORT WORKER, SOMEWHERE SAFE TO STAY, NOTTINGHAM, PERMANENT, 30 HPW, FRWK03 £13,937 - £15,130 (PRO-RATA)
The Somewhere Safe to Stay is a welcoming 6-bed HMO for clients who have either been rough sleeping or threatened by rough sleeping in Nottingham City. Our main aim is to rapidly re-house clients into safe, quality and permanent accommodation within a 10-day framework. Within that framework we will look to support whatever needs the client may be experiencing, such as substance mis-use, mental well-being and illness, offending, domestic abuse/violence and culturally specific barriers. We work with a diverse range of clients, from UK nationals, EU nationals and non-EU nationals.
The mission of Framework is end homelessness and tackle disadvantage, and we want individuals who share this ethos to help the team here at the SStS as a support worker, joining a team of diverse individuals who all share that common mission. Equality, diversity and inclusion are key components of the service. Somewhere Safe to Stay values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages black and brown persons & persons of ethnic minority, LGBTQI+ individuals and people with disabilities to apply. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, colour, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, disability, marital status, medical condition or any protected characteristic outlined in the equalities act.
Values such as empathy and compassion mixed with strong inter-personal skills and initiative is a skill-set that we require. We are looking for candidates who can communicate with people in a friendly and welcoming manner. We are looking for a resilient, reliable, self-motivated candidates who can demonstrate an understanding of the issues facing those affected by homelessness. An awareness of the support needs of our client group is essential.
The main function of the role will be:
• Supporting clients on a day to day basis building up professional relationships, with the ultimate aim of rapidly re-housing clients.
• To work closely with other support workers in managing the needs of our clients
• To work closely with the support planner and team leader in delivering the service’s aims
• To ensure the safety and security of the clients and the building
• To build the skills and confidence of clients to empower them in maximising their independence
• To contribute to the achievement of contractual service obligations
• To carry out domestic tasks around the service to maintain a clean/welcoming environment.
• To work in partnership with other agencies to maximise service delivery
• To conduct welfare checks in a timely manner, and record all interventions with clients
• Support clients with a range of needs, from homelessness, mental well-being and health, substance mis-use, offending, domestic abuse/violence and cultural barriers
• To work supporting a diverse range of clients, from UK nationals to Non-EEA nationals.
Shift pattern is 4 days a week. The shifts are 8am to 4pm and 12pm to 8pm. Includes weekend working but every other weekend you have off.
What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.
Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.
To protect the health & wellbeing of those receiving support from Framework, colleagues and the wider community, any job offer is conditional upon the prospective post-holder having been vaccinated against Covid-19, or agreeing to do so during the first six months in the post, except where such a requirement would be unreasonable in the circumstances.
98% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.
Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.
As a Disability Confident employer we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Permanent
£22,183 - £24,491 per annum, pro rata
16 hours per week
Harrogate
Ref: INSSS687859
Foundation is a provider of housing-related support services to socially excluded groups. As a member of the team, you will make a real difference to the lives of people who come from a variety of backgrounds and face many challenges.
You will have relevant experience, be an effective communicator with a passion and resilience for working with challenging behaviours. What's essential is that you love what you do. We want you to enjoy coming to work every day and to care about your job, your colleagues and our service users.
A key requirement for this role is to have a full UK driving licence and access to a car.
If you feel you have the skills and attributes required for this role, then we’d love to hear from you. Please download the Role Profile for more information and to apply.
You will be joining Foundation, whose core values are: People, Passion, Collaboration and Integrity.
We aim for our workforce to reflect the diverse and exciting region we serve.
Closing Date: 02-Jan-2022
Provisional Interview Date: 20-Jan-2022
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Senior Support Workers – Days/Nights (Learning Disabilities)
We are looking for Senior Support Workers to join the team at the 10 bed Residential and Respite Home in Dartington.
Position: Senior Support Workers – Days/Nights (Learning Disabilities)
Location: Shinners Bridge, Dartington, Devon
Hours: Days (Full Time) or Nights (Full Time/Part Time)
Salary scale: £10.44 - £10.77 per hour (plus an additional night premium of £2.15 per hour where applicable)
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 3rd January
The Role
There is no such thing as a ‘typical’ Support Worker. Staff come from lots of different backgrounds, people with little or no experience but want a job that involves helping people, those who want a change of career, as well as experienced Support Workers.
The one thing that links all of them together is their desire to work with young people with learning disabilities, make their lives better and help them to learn something new or take a further step towards independence.
Support Workers certainly don’t see what they do as ‘just another job’.
No two days will be the same as you will get involved in a variety of different tasks and activities whilst helping the young people to learn the skills they need to live the life they choose.
About You
Ideally, you will have previous experience in this sector and must hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
In return the organisation will support you in making care work your career, offering you an extensive induction on commencement of employment and amazing array of training opportunities and will also work with you on your own individual development plan to help you to progress your career.
About the Organisation
This Learning Disability charity is based at Dartington in Devon. Across the local area there are Children and Adults Residential Homes, a Further Education College and Community based programs.
The organisation believes in the rights of all individuals with a learning disability, however complex, to receive the services and support they need to develop the skills and confidence to reach their full potential.
The charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. For this post, pre-employment checks will be carried out, references will be sought, and successful candidates will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
Staff benefits include:
- 28 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing with service
- Annual Incremental pay rises (within grade)
- Pension and Life Assurance (T&C’s apply)
- Employee Assistance Scheme
- Retail/High Street shopping discounts (Eden Red)
- Fully funded Enhanced DBS & Update Service
- Refer a Friend bonus scheme (T&C’s apply)
- Comprehensive induction & training programs
As a Disability Confident Employer, applications from applicants who declare they have a disability, provided they meet the minimum job criteria as specified in the person specification, will be guaranteed an interview.
You may also have experience in areas such as Care and Support Worker, Care Assistant, Support Assistant, Care and Support Assistant, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service, Vulnerable Adult, Social Care and Support Officer, Care and Support Officer, Social Care Worker, Health, Health Care, Support Worker, Care Worker, Social Care Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Relief Support Worker, Support Worker Disabilities, Day Centre Support Worker, Rehabilitation Support Worker, Night Support Worker, Disability, Disability Support, Stroke.
Recruiting for a Housing Support Worker to join our service at North Surrey!
GBP 21,500 per annum, working 35 hours per week, plus 25 days Annual Leave, Pension schemes, Staff discounts, healthcare and more.
Job Overview:
To enable vulnerable people living in a variety of different tenures to manage their tenancies/ licences and move towards greater independence within the community by providing a flexible and individually tailored support package.
Key Responsibilities:
- Undertake key-working responsibilities for a caseload assigned by the Manager.
- Undertake initial & continuous assessment of needs and potential risks & agree levels of support and actions
- Develop and maintain links with all key agencies and service providers in the local community
- Signpost customers to support services that can help them address additional support needs such as mental or physical health, employment and education, adult social care, domestic abuse and family support
- Adhere to Look Ahead's Policies and Procedures
- Work closely with the team and communicate openly
This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead
Person Specification:
- Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement
- Approachable and open behaviour
Please see our website for the full JD.
If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with the Inclusive Employers Standard 2020. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
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We are looking for Support Workers to join our friendly and welcoming team here at Hft. This is your chance to make a real difference to people's lives.
Experience is not essential as we provide all the training you need to be a confident support worker. Whether you are an experienced professional or completely new to the world of care, we want you to be a compassionate and friendly individual, who shares our Values.
What matters most is a positive attitude to life and a desire to support people to live their life with as much independence, choice, dignity and control as possible. You will need to have good listening skills and a practical, caring approach. Basic computer literacy is a necessity, as the role requires you to retrieve and record information using a variety of IT systems.
A full UK driving licence is desirable for this role.
Salary: From £8.91 per hour
Hours: Permanent, Full time, 37.5 hours
Location: Market Harborough, Leicestershire
What we Offer
Apprenticeships - Earn whilst gaining a fully funded Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care with a Top 100 apprenticeship employer (ranked 11th in 2020). Access to the Hft Plus benefits package. Access to award-winning training and development. Annual staff award scheme. A contributory pension scheme & life assurance. Free DBS Check.
If you do not already have a relevant qualification in Health and Social Care, Hft will fully fund and provide training for you to obtain your Diploma in a Health and Social Care within the first 18 months of your employment.
We ask all our teams to take advantage of the Covid-19 vaccination, which is offered to frontline support workers as a priority group. In some types of service this vaccine is required by law, but we strongly encourage everyone to be vaccinated (across all our services) to ensure both the safety of the people we support and our colleagues.
Closing date: Sunday 2nd January 2022
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, Vulnerable People, Social Worker, Not for Profit, NFP etc.
We are looking for Support Workers to join our friendly and welcoming team here at Hft. This is your chance to make a real difference to people's lives.
Experience is not essential as we provide all the training you need to be a confident support worker. Whether you are an experienced professional or completely new to the world of care, we want you to be a compassionate and friendly individual, who shares our Values.
What matters most is a positive attitude to life and a desire to support people to live their life with as much independence, choice, dignity and control as possible. You will need to have good listening skills and a practical, caring approach. Basic computer literacy is a necessity, as the role requires you to retrieve and record information using a variety of IT systems.
Salary: From £8.91 per hour
Hours: Night Worker, Permanent, 35 hours per week
Location: Clifton, Bedfordshire
What we Offer
Apprenticeships - Earn whilst gaining a fully funded Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care with a Top 100 apprenticeship employer (ranked 11th in 2020). Access to the Hft Plus benefits package. Access to award-winning training and development. Annual staff award scheme. A contributory pension scheme & life assurance. Free DBS Check.
If you do not already have a relevant qualification in Health and Social Care, Hft will fully fund and provide training for you to obtain your Diploma in a Health and Social Care within the first 18 months of your employment.
Please note, Government legislation is coming into force on 11th November, which states that all individuals working in registered care homes must be fully vaccinated.
This means that if you have not been vaccinated yet and are not medically exempt, you will need to be fully vaccinated by the 11th November 2021 as we may require you to operate in services which are Care Quality Commission registered.
If you have not had your first vaccine yet, you will need to allow for a minimum of 8 weeks between vaccinations before you are able to start working in our services.
If you are medically exempt, you are required to provide us with the relevant documentation stating this.
A full UK driving licence is desirable for this role.
Closing date: Tuesday 14th December 2021
Find your place with us and change lives.
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, Vulnerable People, Social Worker, Not for Profit, NFP etc.
Lostock, Bolton
£20,720.70 - £22,562.54 (Depending on experience)
Full and part time opportunities available
Our client provides residential services for young people aged 16-25 years old. The young people they care for often require a high level of support to assist with difficulties they may have from self-harming, behaviour, and emotional difficulties. Their aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic approach to help them achieve their individual goals, in preparation for transition to adult life.
Our client's homes are always a hub of activity and energy where the young people can feel safe, and staff enjoy coming to work. Your role will involve working with young people to promote independence through support with education, household tasks and general life skills. You will also assist them with everyday life skills including shopping, building positive relationships, and going on holidays. They always encourage their young people and staff to bring their hobbies and knowledge into the home whether this be knitting, fitness, cooking or even singing so there is never a dull moment. Part of the role will be managing various levels of self-harm using a least restrictive approach, so you will require a high level of resilience and have a caring, compassionate nature. You will also update online care records and complete medication administration. In addition, you will be responsible for the general
upkeep and tidiness of the home ensuring the young people live in homely environment.
As a Waking Night Support Worker you will be required to lone work but will be supported by the On Call Managers and also another member of staff if required ,who will be completing the sleep in shift.
Previous care experience is not essential and full training will be provided. You will receive ongoing support and mentoring from the friendly residential and clinical team.
The job is highly rewarding and a great start to developing your career working with young people or enhancing your previous experience of mental health with the opportunity for excellent career development.
Company Benefits
- A £100 bonus after completing 6-month probation
- Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral)
- 30 days holiday (Rising to 35 days with service including bank holidays)
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care)
- Healthcare CashPlan with costs provided towards dental and optical care and a range of other healthcare treatments and benefits including discounted gym memberships, online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits
- Paid Training & Induction
- Enhanced company pension
- Life Assurance (2 x annual salary)
- Free parking available and good direct transport links
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Paid Enhanced DBS check
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme/24-hour Counselling Service
- Regular social events and recognition schemes (Employee of the year awards, Summer & Christmas parties)
Essential requirements of a Waking Night Support Worker
- Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including weekends and bank holidays
- Must be able to attend training throughout employment which will be held on weekdays
- Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately
- Basic IT skills (Your role will involve some computer work, completing forms, using an online care system, and writing emails)
- Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
- An understanding of the issues around confidentiality
- An understanding of safeguarding
- A professional working boundary between staff and service users
- Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations
Desirable Criteria of a Waking Night Support Worker
- Full UK Driving Licence
- NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Care
- Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs
Fancy the challenge? Apply today!
Additional Information
- You will work in a COVID secure environment as all staff are required to be fully vaccinated by 11th November 2021.
- Please note that our client does not accept CV’s and the application must be completed in full.
- 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.
- We reserve the right to close the advert early, should we appoint a suitable candidate
Ref: 105 106
Job type - Full-time/Fixed term
contract end date- 03/08/2022
Salary - £23552 - £25662
Hours - 35 (plus 5 hours paid lunch break)
Location - Stoke-on-Trent
People coming out of prison looking for somewhere to live often struggle through a system that puts significant barriers and obstacles in their way.
At Nacro, we aim to change that.
How? By offering them the advice, support and practical solutions that give them the very best chance at a second chance. That includes providing intensive and low-level supported housing to help them return to independent living.
This is new post to work on a service developed with Stoke-on-Trent City Council to house offenders who have been released from prison.
Who are we looking for:
The role will involve assisting the Service Lead to launch and develop the service, participate in liaison with the local authority, take a lead in dealing with referrals to the service, and assist in managing the staff working on the service. The role will involve some monitoring and quality assurance work. The post holder will deputise for the Service Lead as required.
You will be working with people who have recently been released from prison. As a result, you will need to have a reasonable level of understanding about how the criminal justice system works and the issues affecting offenders, including risk issues.The post holder will need to have a good level of understanding of the welfare benefits system, in particular Universal Credit and Enhanced Housing Benefit.
The post holder will need to be IT-competent and able to use (or learn how to use) Omniledger and other key Nacro Housing systems.
The post holder will be expected to participate in the regional out of hours rota
Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Carry a small caseload of tenants to support and a small portfolio of properties to manage. This will involve delivering intensive housing management support, ensuring risk assessments and support plans are kept up to date and signposting / inter-agency working as required. It will also involve basic housing management tasks including completing monthly health & safety / fire safety checks.
- Act as a peripatetic senior operational lead working across services providing direct input and support on practice, performance, or quality matters.
- Ensure teams are compliant with voids and arrears protocols and procedures and review performance data in conjunction with Service Leads intervening where there are areas of under-performance or non-compliance.
-The post holder will have a minimum of two years' experience in working in housing.
Access to a vehicle is strongly desirable.
The post holder will need to have an enhanced DBS check.
F or details of the full role profile please click here
For details of Nacro's excellent benefits click here
Please Apply online
Are you looking for an opportunity to start your career supporting vulnerable adults?
About the role
We have some exciting opportunities to join the teams across Islington Mental Health Service as Assistant Support Workers (known internally as Duty Worker) where you can develop valuable skills and experience while playing a key role in providing support to St Mungo’s clients. We currently have vacancies available in our Barnsbury Road and Court Gardens accommodation services.
In this role you will jointly manage the safe day to day running of the project with other members of the team and to provide basic support and advice to clients. In this role you will be the first point of contact at reception for clients and visitors and have the opportunity to maintain a welcoming and supportive environment within the project. Other responsibilities will include:
- Coordinating important Health and Safety checks and other administrative duties.
- Work alongside the team to provide a person centred, trauma informed support to residents.
- Working on the weekly shift rota that may include evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
Who we’re looking for
This is a fantastic role for people looking to develop a career in the sector; a number of current Managers started their career as Duty Workers.
- Some experience of dealing directly with the public and/or clients or customers in a busy service environment.
- Personal experience of homelessness and/or an understanding of; and empathy with the issues faced by homeless or vulnerably housed people.
- A genuine interest in helping vulnerable people to make positive changes in their life, and the willingness to develop these valuable skills.
What we offer
- Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities
St Mungo’s employees are encouraged to consider opportunities to develop new skills or progress including; secondments, internal transfers, application to new roles in the organisation or just to get involved in various projects happening within the organisation.
As a result last year 35% of our vacancies were filled by promotions. In 2019 we achieved We Invest in People Gold level accreditation and are one of just 3% of housing associations to achieve this standard; 82% of staff who took part in the IIP survey say St Mungo’s is a great place to work.
- A Diverse and Inclusive Work Place
At St Mungo’s, equality, diversity and inclusion are central to the organisation's values and how we work. We are proud of our commitment to diversity and inclusion and have 7 great Diversity Networks to support clients and staff from different backgrounds so they are able to be their best selves. Our Networks include: BAME, Carer’s and Parent’s, Lived Experience, LGBTQIA+, Disability Awareness, Irish and Women’s Action.
- Pay and Other Benefits
St Mungo’s is proud to pay client facing staff above average for the sector. We run a cycle to work scheme and also offer season tickets loans to all staff.
St Mungo’s contribute 4% of your gross annual salary, and you are able to enrol in the Defined Contribution scheme following a successful probationary period in which the employer contribution is 6%.
What we do
At St Mungo’s our vision is that everyone has a place to call home and can fulfil their hopes and ambitions. As a homelessness charity and housing association, our clients are at the heart of what we do, and in 2019 we supported nearly 30,000 people who were either homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Our staff are crucial to making this happen.
How to apply
To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website.
To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document available’ tab at the top of the advert page on our website.
You will be able to confirm your preferred location on your application form and you can find out more about Our Services on our website.
Closing date: 30 December 2021
Interview and assessments on: Week commencing 10 January 2022
It is a requirement for this post that an enhanced DBS disclosure check will be undertaken for the successful candidate.
Please be advised that all appointments will be made on St Mungo’s current standard Terms and Conditions (T&Cs); this also applies to any internal candidates.
Our vision is that everyone has a place to call home and can fulfil their hopes and ambitions.
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Recruiting for a Support Worker to join our Young People and Care Leavers in Milton Keynes!
GBP 20,000 per annum, working 40 hours per week, plus 25 days Annual Leave, Pension schemes, Staff discounts, healthcare and more.
Milton Keynes Young Peoples Service is for people aged 16 - 21 with the capacity to support 58 customers at any one time. The service provides a high level of support to young people with a variety of complex support needs and backgrounds including being care leavers, looked after children, unaccompanied asylum seeking children's as well as those that have had previous placement or family breakdowns. The service is compiled of 5 properties, the largest capacity at one site being 16 units.
Job Overview:
Support Workers will provide support to customers to help them develop the life skills they require to meet the assessed needs of the customers of the service. They will work with customers to promote social inclusion and alongside other members of the team to promote independent living, encouraging customers to maximise their skills and choices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Building supportive, trusting relationships with customers
- Working proactively with other members of the team to handle the service caseload and administrative responsibilities
- Supporting key customers to set personalised goals in the form of a Support Plan
- Conducting regular key work sessions that are innovative and engaging in order to achieve Support Plan goals
- Ensuring ongoing assessment and management of risks associated with customers within an attitude of 'positive risk taking'
- Proactively manage risk and safety both in and outside of their physical living environment
- Providing support with daily living activities, including practical assistance where skills are not yet developed, to ensure that customers enjoy a high quality of accommodation
- Proactive development of links with local statutory and voluntary organizations to provide a range of engagement opportunities for customers in the community
- Involving customers in the design, development and delivery of the service
- Empowering customers to ensure they receive the service and benefits they are entitled to
- Encouraging and enabling tenants to pay their rent and ensure that rent accounts are managed effectively
- Ensuring Look Ahead Health and Safety policies are adhered to at all time and to uphold all health and safety responsibilities within relevant policies and local protocols
- Adhering to all other Look Ahead's policies and procedures
- Engaging in learning and development activity to increase knowledge and skills
- Day to day instruction/ supervision of Assistant Support Workers/ domestic staff/ Personal Support Assistants where appropriate
- Undertaking any other duties consistent with the grade and nature of the post as assigned by the Team Leader/ Manager
This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead
Person Specification:
- Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement
- Exudes a warm friendly presence and open behaviour
- Prefers working as part of a group or team
- Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement
- Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organised
- Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments
- Is confident with high levels of self-esteem
- Is respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication
- Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can do attitude
- Ability to cope positively with challenging and diverse behaviour
Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
For the full job description, please see the Look Ahead webiste
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Recruiting for a Support Worker to join our service at Lambeth!
GBP 22360 per annum, working 40 hours per week, plus 25 days Annual Leave, Pension schemes, Staff discounts, health care and more.
Job Overview:
We are looking for someone with an inspiring and creative personality to work as part of a team within the Lambeth Mental Health Floating Support Service. You will work with clients diagnosed with a mental health condition and living within the borough of Lambeth in their own homes.
The role of the support worker is to enable our customers to develop greater independence and fulfilling lives. As part of your role you will be required to oversee all Support planning, updating Risk management plans, and see customers on a weekly basis.
Key Responsibilities:
- To offer specialist support to a caseload of people within the locality focused on enabling people to address practical, social & emotional issues, including benefit advice, housing advice & social inclusion.
- Joint working cases with mental health professionals and social workers within the localities.
- Supporting people in the community to increase their independence and social functioning; including accompanying to community activities and graded exposure.
- Signposting people to other community services to best meet their need.
- Identify local community resources that would benefit people
- Completing referrals.
- Safeguarding is everybody's responsibility; raising alerts within the locality and supporting the investigation / information gathering as required. Participate in a locality team, providing mutual support to colleagues
- Participating in a weekly casework management meeting, including discussing people seen for initial conversations, clients of concern, safeguarding cases.
- Ensuring timely recording on Inform records for caseload of people.
- Other administrative work including writing letters, emails and associated casework.
- Participating in the service duty rota.
This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead
Please see our website for the full JD.
Person Specification:
- Good understanding of key skills required to support customers with Mental Health difficulties.
- Ability to listen and learn within the role.
- Develop a flexible way of working, responding to demands and challenges of the role.
- Develop good working relationships with your colleagues within Look Ahead and external Partners
- Ability to learn and use multiply IT systems
- Work in an efficient and effective way to achieve a high standard of outcome.
- Good understanding of staff boundaries
- Ability to motivate and inspire to achieve a good outcome with your customers
- Create good working relationships, be approachable and reliable
Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
Essential:
- Experience of working in Mental Health Services
- Good Standard of English and Maths
- Good IT skills
- Good Listening and Communication skills
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to learn and develop with your role
Desirable:
- Leadership role/ positon of responsibility
- Knowledge of mental health medication
- Experience of accommodation based services/ housing management.
- Experience of working with multi-disciplinary teams
If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with the Inclusive Employers Standard 2020. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Covid Vaccination is not mandatory but it is desirable.
Look Ahead supports around 8,000 people across London and the South East each year. People who for a variety of reasons may need some extra suppor... Read more