Social Bite is a sandwich shop with a difference. Every day we provide free food to 150 people from the homeless community in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Aberdeen. We work to end people’s isolation and exclusion by helping them to overcome barriers.

We are looking for a special someone to join our new programme Jobs First that aims to provide employment opportunities to people in situation of homelessness. We need a dynamic, creative and reliable team members who can use their own initiative to build strong relationships with various stakeholders. In this role you will be working closely with Senior Support Worker to create opportunities for:

• people to gain employment,
• charities to establish referral pathways
• employers to assist them with providing real work opportunities to those who are in a situation of homelessness.

You will be part of our energetic and enthusiastic Social Impact Team that has got a passion and commitment to improving the lives of people who are vulnerable. This is a job for someone who loves variety – every day brings something new.

You will come with experience in working to support and develop individuals with multiple/complex needs and a desire to join our collaborative movement to end homelessness. You will enjoy taking your own initiative but also working as a part of the team. You might travel around our various locations. You will be resilient, always bringing a smile and can-do attitude to your work.

We need you to be:

• A person who has good knowledge and minimum of two experience of working with vulnerable adults and challenging situations
• A person who understands barriers to employment that people in situation of homelessness might face
• A person who can quickly build strong relationships for developing effective internal relationships and partnerships with a range of charities
• Flexible with willingness to learn
• Passionate about people with a drive to make a change

If this sounds like your perfect role, we would love to hear from you.

• £23,500
• Full time
• Permanent contract
• Based in London Borough of Lewisham

Bromley, Lewisham & Greenwich Mind is a highly regarded local charity, helping people to be mentally healthy and working together with those experiencing mental health problems and dementia to improve their quality of life. With an annual turnover of £5M, over 150 staff and 200 volunteers, we are one of the largest charities in the Mind network.

BLG Mind is working in partnership with South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) to deliver the Primary Care Mental Health Service for Lewisham. We have an exciting opportunity to work as part of an integrated team providing support to people with long-term mental health problems within a primary care setting, supporting people to develop their independence, self-management skills and achieve their recovery goals.

We are looking for a full time Peer Support Worker to work alongside Bromley, Lewisham & Greenwich Mind and SLaM colleagues to deliver this service.

The successful candidate will provide recovery-orientated peer support to people with long-term mental health problems, facilitating access to community activities and emotional support. You will also need to recruit and facilitate volunteers to undertake this work as well. Supporting volunteers may include mentoring and coaching.

Successful applicants will be expected to undergo an Enhanced Level Disclosure and Barring Service check

Staff benefits include a matched contribution pension scheme, 25 days’ holiday (pro-rata, rising with service), quality supervision and training opportunities. See our website for more reasons to work for Bromley, Lewisham & Greenwich Mind.

BLG Mind offer flexibility for hybrid working (some days at home and some in the office) where this supports staff wellbeing and fits with the needs of clients and the charity. As a people-focused organisation, we expect all staff to spend regular time at their work base as part of these arrangements.

We recognise the importance of having a diverse and inclusive work force, and would therefore particularly welcome applications from the following, currently under-represented, groups:

• People from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds
• Young people
• Disabled people
• People with diverse sexual orientations and gender identities

BLG Mind is committed to meeting the reasonable adjustments of disabled people.

BLG Mind always welcomes applications from people with lived experience of mental health problems.

Closing date: Wednesday 27th October (11:59pm)
Likely interview date: Wednesday 10th November

Please apply via our website

About us
Crisis is the national charity for homeless people. We know that homelessness is not inevitable. We know that together we can end it.

We have an exciting opportunity to make a difference to those at risk of becoming homeless in Scotland. A new post, based in the Best Practice Team, will show how all public bodies can play their part in preventing homelessness.

About the role
Scotland has made huge strides in tackling homelessness, but more needs to happen and we know the best way of ending homelessness is by preventing it from happening in the first place. Crisis are pleased to support the change planned by Scottish Government through proposals for a new Homelessness Prevention duty outlined in the Programme for Government 21/22. As a Senior Best Practice Officer based in Scotland, with a focus on Prevention you will work to identify good prevention practice already happening across sectors, look to see where it isn’t happening and why, and show how services can be designed to ensure that opportunities to intervene early are taken by wider public bodies for those approaching their services.  You’ll work closely with Crisis’ Scottish Policy and Campaigns team as they work to see the Prevention duty embedded in legislation.  
This is a 2 year fixed term contract.
 

About you
To be successful in this role you will have great networking skills, and be good at making relationships across different sectors. You’ll understand how local authorities and wider public bodies work and be able to build connections and rapport with individuals working there.  You’ll have an understanding of the Scottish homelessness system and the current legal framework that underpins it. You’ll know how services can be designed to make sure that those who need help can get it and how to listen to the voices of those who use it.

You’ll be passionate about change and seeing homelessness ended in Scotland with a drive and energy to shape the role to do this.   

We want Crisis to be an inclusive employer which then reflects our members and the communities we work in. We want to offer opportunities to everyone regardless of their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation or age. We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of homelessness.

Working at Crisis
As a member of the team you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:

- Interest free loans to purchase a train season ticket or a bike or for a deposit to secure a tenancy
- Mandatory pension scheme, with an employer contribution of 8.5%
- 25 days’ annual leave which increases with service to 28 days

Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience and career.

When you join us you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.

We have 5 staff diversity networks which include Black, Asian and Ethnic people, LGBTQ+ people, those with Lived Experience of Homelessness, Women at Crisis and Disability Awareness.

How to apply
If this sound likes the opportunity for you, please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below.
Closing date: Sunday 31st October 2021  (at 23:59)
Interviews will be held w/c 8th November. 

Accessibility
We welcome applications from people who identify as neuro diverse and want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please email our Recruitment team, contact details can be found on our website.
 
 Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094

The Royal Society is a self-governing Fellowship of distinguished scientists drawn from all areas of science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine. The Society’s fundamental purpose is to recognise, promote and support excellence in science and to encourage the development and use of science for the benefit of humanity. The Society has played a part in some of the most fundamental, significant and life-changing discoveries in scientific history and Royal Society scientists continue to make outstanding contributions to science across the wide breadth of research areas.

The scientific programme is one of the core strands of the Royal Society’s work and this role will primarily focus on the planning and delivery of its international programme of scientific meetings. Working with the Head of Scientific Programmes and the Scientific Programmes Manager, the post holder will lead the delivery of activities supporting the Society’s international strategy. This includes but is not limited to bilateral international scientific meetings, international lectures and other networking events or programmes.

Proven experience of delivering complex high-profile events is essential, as is an ability to quickly build strong working relationships with internal colleagues and external international partners at all levels. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional organisation and communication skills and be used to managing competing priorities and expectations. Experience in working with scientists or government officials would be advantageous.

Reports to: Scientific Programmes Manager with a dotted line to Director of International Affairs

Line manages: Scientific Programme Officer, International

Location: Carlton House Terrace, London, plus hybrid working (domestic and international travel likely to be required 3-6 times per year)

Hours: 35 hours per week (including some evening and weekend working)

Duration: Permanent 

The post holder will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.

**Under the UK Governments Points Based System, this role does not meet the criteria to be sponsored by The Royal Society for a Skilled Worker Route application.

In return we offer flexible working arrangements, extensive scope for career development and a comprehensive package of benefits including:

• 30 days’ holiday (plus three nominated days)
• Generous pension provision (defined contribution scheme)
• Interest-free season ticket loan
• Subsidised medical and dental insurance
• Onsite restaurant
• Employee Assistance Programme

To view the full job description and apply, please visit our jobs site.

SENIOR SUPPORT WORKER, EDWIN HOUSE, NOTTINGHAM, PERMANENT, 37 HPW, FRWK09 £22,140 - £24,011

Framework Housing Association is the lead provider of drug and alcohol treatment within the City of Nottingham and is offering an exciting opportunity to join a team of staff in this Care Quality commission rated GOOD care setting.

Edwin House is looking to employ a Senior Support Worker who is suitably skilled and experienced and who has a passion for working within the substance misuse field.

Edwin House has been opened since February 2018 and it is a 63 bed facility based in Radford. Of these 63 beds, 15 are used for an in-patient detox and 48 beds provide residential accommodation. The vacancy is in the residential area of this facility and the role involves supporting people who present with a range of complex support and health conditions resultant from historic or current problematic substance misuse.

Framework is looking to appoint a Senior Support Worker that will take a leadership role in ensuring the provision of high standards of care and support are delivered to service users to enable them to gain some control over their substance use, improve their quality of life and build recovery capital within the residential care and move on support areas.

Senior Support Workers are required to work shifts over a 24 hour period, 7 days a week.

This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in the development and delivery of a truly innovative and unique service which will form a recovery pathway available within the substance misuse treatment system locally and nationally.

Edwin House is  CQC registered Care Home, and the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) have amended the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 so that, from 11 November 2021, all care home workers will need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless they have an exemption.

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.

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

Senior Support Worker - Young People

Join before 30th September 2021 to receive a bonus of £1000

Are you currently a Support Worker looking to move into a Senior Support Worker position? Are you interested in a career where you will make a real difference to young people’s lives? Do you understand the challenges which young people face in daily life? Maybe a career with our client is for you?

They provide residential services for young people aged 16-25 years old who have been discharged from psychiatric inpatient stays or may have experienced previous admissions and/or placement breakdowns. The young people they care for often require a high level of support and dynamic approach to risk management in order to support problems they may have with self-harming, behaviour and emotional regulation. Their aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic, least restrictive approach to live in a non-secure community setting and to achieve their individual goals in preparation for transition to adult life.

They are currently looking for a Senior Support Worker, or an experienced Support Worker looking to develop into a senior post. You support the Deputy and Residential Manager in supervising a team of staff with the aim to help their young people move into independent living in the future.

You will be based within their residential home in Ramsbottom, Bury working shifts over a 37.5 hour working week, consisting of earlies, lates, sleep ins & nights when required to support the service. Flexibility will be required.

Company Benefits

- Competitive pay (£10.56 per hour + £1000 Welcome Bonus paid over 5 months)
- £100 bonus after completing 6-month probation
- 22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (Rising to 27 days holiday plus bank holidays with service)
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care)
- Enhanced company pension
- Life Assurance (2 x annual salary)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Paid Induction (Running over 3 days)
- Free on-site parking
- Paid Enhanced DBS check
- Healthcare Cashplan with costs provided towards dental and optical care and a range of other healthcare treatments and benefits including discounted gym memberships
- Access to their 24-hour Wellbeing Support Portal/ Employee Assistance Programme
- Online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits
- The opportunity for internal promotions & progression
- Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £1000 per referral)
- Regular social events and recognition schemes (‘Employee of the year awards’, Summer & Christmas parties)

Your role as a Senior Support Worker

- To carry out direct and indirect care of young people with complex mental health needs
- To work in a team, giving the highest standard of care possible to the young people.
- To work alongside the Deputy and Residential Manager to support with the management of staff and smooth running of the home
- To closely follow individual care plans and support young people with education, shopping, and social and leisure activities.
- To carry out multiple interventions involving the delivery of care to young people
- To promote independence amongst the young people
- To provide support, advice and information to the young people, parents and other carers
- To carry out further duties as per our attached document (Writing reports, general office admin etc)

Requirements of a Senior Support Worker

- NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent within Care
- Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including sleep ins/weekends/Bank Holidays
- Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
- Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately
- IT Literate (Able to write emails and use Microsoft Office)
- An understanding of the issues around confidentiality
- An understanding of safeguarding
- Professional working boundaries between staff and service users
- Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations

Desirable Criteria

- Full UK Driving Licence
- Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs

If you are interested in joining an enthusiastic, motivated business who thrive in developing and rebuilding young people and young adults with complex difficulties then please apply today.

Please note that they do not accept CV’s and the application must be completed in full.

To support their commitment as a COVID-19 Secure employer, all of their interviews will be held over video platform.

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.

They reserve the right to close the advert early, should they appoint a suitable candidate.

Our client is a CQC registered organisation and therefore all staff who work in or visit any of their residential homes will have to demonstrate evidence that they have received the COVID vaccination as a condition of employment.

Creative Support is a national, fast-growing not-for-profit organization, providing support to individuals with a wide range of care needs. We are currently seeking a highly motivated Senior Support Worker to join our friendly team in Scunthorpe.

We are looking to recruit a motivated and hard-working Senior Support Worker, with the commitment and positive attitude to deliver high-quality support to adults with a learning disability and physical disabilities living in the Scunthorpe area. You will lead the co-ordination and management of a supported living service, supporting people with a learning disability and other needs in their own tenancies in the community. You will demonstrate a warm, caring and empowering approach when visiting people within their own home. 

You will have the vision and flair to lead the staff team to provide the highest standard of person-centred support, in response to the individual needs and preferences of service users. The role will involve direct support, staff development, as well as supervision and joint working with families and outside agencies. You will have the maturity to be able to work within a positive behaviour support framework, to accept responsibility and to grow in confidence as a skilled practitioner. You must be able to follow agreed guidelines and to work positively within a consistent, mutually supportive team ethos. As well as providing direct care and support, you will have the opportunity to act as a Key Worker supporting people to achieve their dreams and ambitions.

Senior Support Worker Duties Include:

• Carrying out assessments and devise appropriate support plans in full consultation with service users and other agencies,
• Offering support and supervision to any junior or relief staff.
• Developing warm and trusting relationships with service users and to encourage them to express their needs, views and concerns.
• Responding flexibly to changing needs, under the direction of the Manager.

This role offers unique and challenging opportunities, bringing great job satisfaction to those who are looking to make a positive difference to the lives of others. We provide relevant training including accredited health and social care diplomas through our own training academy. You will be required to work in a flexible manner on a rota which includes evenings, weekends and sleep-ins. In addition to opportunities for personal and career development, we offer good conditions of service and a supportive, hands-on management culture.

Are you a caring person with an interest in supporting people to gain a greater quality of life?  Are you an organised and self-motivated person with the ability to lead? If so, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits of working with Creative Support:

• Free 24/7 counselling and employee support programme,
• Competitive pay and a pension with company contribution and 28 days annual leave,
• Company paid enhanced DBS for all staff,
• All our staff are supported 24/7 by our out-of-hours teams,
• Support to complete the nationally recognised Care Certificate and Social Care Diploma.

Creative Support is a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organisation. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Silver award. We actively encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds and cultures.

We expect all applicants to Creative Support to have had at least their first Covid 19 vaccination prior to starting employment with us and to be committed to having the second vaccination within a 3 month period

Senior Support Worker - Young People

Senior Support Worker, Young People
Fulwood, Preston
£21,011.11 - £23,227.77 (Depending on experience)
£1000 welcome bonus
Full and part time opportunities available

Their homes are always a hub of activity and energy where the young people can feel safe, and our staff enjoy coming to work. Your role will involve working alongside, and supporting the Deputy and Registered Manager in supervising a team of staff, as well as working with their 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.

Experience as a Support Worker, or a Senior Support Worker is required, and you will also receive full training and ongoing support & mentoring from our friendly residential and clinical team.

The job is highly rewarding which will enhance your previous experience of mental health with the opportunity for excellent career development.

Essential Requirements of a Senior Support Worker

- NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent within Care
- Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including sleep ins/weekends/Bank Holidays
- 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 Senior Support Worker

- Full UK Driving Licence
- Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs

Fancy the challenge? Apply with them today!
Want to see what some of our young people and staff think? Please visit their website.

Additional Information

- You will work in a COVID secure environment as all their staff are required to be fully vaccinated by 11th November 2021.
- Please note that they do 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.
- They reserve the right to close the advert early, should they appoint a suitable candidate.

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Senior Support Worker - Young People

Join before 30th September 2021 to receive a bonus of £1000

Are you currently a Support Worker looking to move into a Senior Support Worker position? Are you interested in a career where you will make a real difference to young people’s lives? Do you understand the challenges which young people face in daily life? Maybe a career with our client is for you?

They provide residential services for young people aged 16-25 years old who have been discharged from psychiatric inpatient stays or may have experienced previous admissions and/or placement breakdowns. The young people they care for often require a high level of support and dynamic approach to risk management in order to support problems they may have with self-harming, behaviour and emotional regulation. Their aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic, least restrictive approach to live in a non-secure community setting and to achieve their individual goals in preparation for transition to adult life.

They are currently looking for a Senior Support Worker, or an experienced Support Worker looking to develop into a senior post. You support the Deputy and Residential Manager in supervising a team of staff with the aim to help their young people move into independent living in the future.

You will be based within their residential home in Bolton working shifts over a 37.5 hour working week, consisting of earlies, lates, sleep ins & nights when required to support the service. Flexibility will be required.

Company Benefits

- Competitive pay (£10.56 p/h + £1000 Welcome Bonus paid over 5 months)
- £100 bonus after completing 6-month probation
- 22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (Rising to 27 days holiday plus bank holidays with service)
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care)
- Enhanced company pension
- Life Assurance (2 x annual salary)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Paid Induction (Running over 3 days)
- Free on-site parking
- Paid Enhanced DBS check
- Healthcare Cashplan with costs provided towards dental and optical care and a range of other healthcare treatments and benefits including discounted gym memberships
- Access to their 24-hour Wellbeing Support Portal/ Employee Assistance Programme
- Online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits
- The opportunity for internal promotions & progression
- Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £1000 per referral)
- Regular social events and recognition schemes (‘Employee of the year awards’, Summer & Christmas parties)

Your role as a Senior Support Worker

- To carry out direct and indirect care of young people with complex mental health needs
- To work in a team, giving the highest standard of care possible to the young people.
- To work alongside the Deputy and Residential Manager to support with the management of staff and smooth running of the home
- To closely follow individual care plans and support young people with education, shopping, and social and leisure activities.
- To carry out multiple interventions involving the delivery of care to young people
- To promote independence amongst the young people
- To provide support, advice and information to the young people, parents and other carers
- To carry out further duties as per our attached document (Writing reports, general office admin etc)

Requirements of a Senior Support Worker

- NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent within Care
- Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including sleep ins/weekends/Bank Holidays
- Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
- Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately
- IT Literate (Able to write emails and use Microsoft Office)
- An understanding of the issues around confidentiality
- An understanding of safeguarding
- Professional working boundaries between staff and service users
- Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations

Desirable Criteria

- Full UK Driving Licence
- Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs

If you are interested in joining an enthusiastic, motivated business who thrive in developing and rebuilding young people and young adults with complex difficulties then please apply today.

Please note that they do not accept CV’s and the application must be completed in full.

To support their commitment as a COVID-19 Secure employer, all of their interviews will be held over video platform.

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.

They reserve the right to close the advert early, should they appoint a suitable candidate.

Our client is a CQC registered organisation and therefore all staff who work in or visit any of their residential homes will have to demonstrate evidence that they have received the COVID vaccination as a condition of employment.

We are looking for a Senior Support Worker to join the team at Robins, our 10 bed Residential & Respite Home in Dartington.

Children and young people with learning disabilities and their families are at the heart of everything we do and we want every person we support to have a great life, with excellent outcomes. We couldn’t achieve that without all the great Support Workers who join our care teams. It all starts with you!

There is no such thing as a ‘typical’ Support Worker. Our 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. Our 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.

Ideally, you will have previous experience in this sector and must hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).

Defined as a “Good” provider by Ofsted, Robins are looking for “Outstanding” staff who will deliver support in a professional, caring way and in return, we can offer an excellent range of staff benefits including 28 days’ annual leave per annum, a company pension scheme, childcare vouchers, staff discount scheme, ongoing training and supervision, continuing professional development and support, as well as an extensive induction on commencement of employment. Lifeworks are also accredited Disability Confident Employers.

Lifeworks is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and we 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.

Senior Support Worker (6 month fixed term)

Join before 30th September 2021 to receive a bonus of £1000

Are you currently a Support Worker looking to move into a Senior Support Worker position? Are you interested in a career where you will make a real difference to young people’s lives? Do you understand the challenges which young people face in daily life? Maybe a career with our client is for you?

Our client provides residential services for young people aged 16-25 years old who have been discharged from psychiatric inpatient stays or may have experienced previous admissions and/or placement breakdowns. The young people they care for often require a high level of support and dynamic approach to risk management in order to support problems they may have with self-harming, behaviour and emotional regulation. Our client's aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic, least restrictive approach to live in a non-secure community setting and to achieve their individual goals in preparation for transition to adult life.

Our client is currently looking for a Senior Support Worker, or an experienced Support Worker looking to develop into a senior post. You support the Deputy and Residential Manager in supervising a team of staff with the aim to help our young people move into independent living in the future.

You will be based within their residential home in Neston working shifts over a 37.5 hour working week, consisting of earlies, lates, sleep ins & nights when required to support the service. Flexibility will be required.

Company Benefits

- Competitive pay (£10.77 p/h + £1000 Welcome Bonus paid over 5 months)
- £100 bonus after completing 6-month probation
- 22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (Rising to 27 days holiday plus bank holidays with service)
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care)
- Enhanced company pension
- Life Assurance (2 x annual salary)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Paid Induction (Running over 3 days)
- Free on-site parking
- Paid Enhanced DBS check
- Healthcare Cashplan with costs provided towards dental and optical care and a range of other healthcare treatments and benefits including discounted gym memberships
- Access to our 24-hour Wellbeing Support Portal/ Employee Assistance Programme
- Online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits
- The opportunity for internal promotions & progression
- Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £1000 per referral)
- Regular social events and recognition schemes (‘Employee of the year awards’, Summer & Christmas parties)

Your role as a Senior Support Worker

- To carry out direct and indirect care of young people with complex mental health needs
- To work in a team, giving the highest standard of care possible to the young people.
- To work alongside the Deputy and Residential Manager to support with the management of staff
- and smooth running of the home
- To closely follow individual care plans and support young people with education, shopping, and social and leisure activities.
- To carry out multiple interventions involving the delivery of care to young people
- To promote independence amongst the young people
- To provide support, advice and information to the young people, parents and other carers
- To carry out further duties as per the attached document (Writing reports, general office admin etc)

Requirements of a Senior Support Worker

- NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent within Care
- Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including sleep ins/weekends/Bank Holidays
- Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
- Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately
- IT Literate (Able to write emails and use Microsoft Office)
- An understanding of the issues around confidentiality
- An understanding of safeguarding
- Professional working boundaries between staff and service users
- Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations

Desirable Criteria

- Full UK Driving Licence
- Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs

If you are interested in joining an enthusiastic, motivated business who thrive in developing and rebuilding young people and young adults with complex difficulties then please apply today.

Please note that our client does not accept CV’s and the application must be completed in full.

To support their commitment as a COVID-19 Secure employer, all of their interviews will be held over video platform.

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.

They reserve the right to close the advert early, should they appoint a suitable candidate.

Our client is a CQC registered organisation and therefore all staff who work in or visit any of their residential homes will have to demonstrate evidence that they have received the COVID vaccination as a condition of employment.

Centrepoint is the UKs leading charity for homeless young people aged 16 to 25 years that aims to give each person we support a future. Our vision is to end youth homelessness. While we pursue this vision, our immediate focus is on safeguarding, providing vulnerable young people with a place to call home and a chance to acquire the skills they need to build a better future. Centrepoint works directly in London, Yorkshire and the North East of England, and collaborates actively with similar organisations right across the UK.

The Role

We are looking for a Senior Jobs Broker with a proven track record of successfully engaging employers to source vacancies and placements. This role will broker job and placement opportunities for young people accessing Centrepoint Works (CPW - the skills and employability division) nationally. The post holder will ensure a quality, uncompromising safeguarding offer is in place for all vacancies and placements. All contractual documentation to be completed accurately and in line with quality requirements.

The post holder will carry out joint working with the teams within the division to identify and source jobs, to ensure young people and employers have a good employment experience (paid or unpaid). The successful candidate will be target focused and responsive to the needs of young people and commissioners. The post holder will be the main contact for the employer/placement provider and will be expected to work very closely with our Corporate fundraising team.  This role involves database management, face to face and telephone liaison at all levels, maintaining partnerships with all relevant external employers.

Full time- 37.5 hours a week

Permanent

Closing Date 19 October, 12 noon. 

About You

The successful candidate would ideally have a minimum of two years Client/Customer relationship management experience and with a strong knowledge of working in compliance with safer working guidance and legislation. You will have strong written and verbal communication skills, and the IT skills necessary to undertake all administrative and reporting requirements.

You will ensure all our placements are risk assessed and provide a safe environment for the young person.

You will have strong knowledge and understanding of the importance of working in an equal opportunity and anti-oppressive framework and a willingness to put this in to practice.

In return for your efforts you’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent training and development, and a host of staff benefits including:

- 25 days of annual leave per year, rising by one day per year to a maximum of 27 days

- Excellent training package to ensure you have the skills and knowledge to build a new career

- Employer pension contributions of 4%

- Access to Cycle 2 Work loan scheme

- An interest-free travel loan

We seek to challenge discrimination and are committed to fairness and equality within Centrepoint. We welcome applications from anyone with direct experience of being homeless or using young people's services.

SENIOR F&M PRODUCT EXECUTIVE (CAMPAIGNS & GIVING PLATFORMS)

Salary: £30,000 per annum + benefits

Contract length: Permanent

Location: Stratford w/ high-flex

Closing date: 28th October 2021, 23:55

Please note that we may close this role early should we receive enough interest, therefore early application is encouraged to avoid disappointment.

Are you a self-motivated and sharp minded individual with strong stakeholder engagement and management experience that can help us beat cancer?

Why we need you

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Senior Product Executive in our Fundraising Campaigns and Giving Platforms team. We need you to support the management and development of our agreed product area strategy, working closely and collaboratively with key teams across the MFE Directorate to plan, develop and implement improvements to existing products or new products to meet fundraising contribution targets.

What will I be doing?

Make an impact every day by…

• Ensuring that product briefs are completed and comprehensive with the detail needed for stakeholders to deliver the product objectives 

• Supporting the Senior Product manager in making key decisions with insights gathered from stakeholders and market insights to have a clear product strategy for agreed product areas 

• Working with the Performance manager to understand product performance

• Supporting the Senior Team to develop product plans, in line with F&M portfolio priorities, KPIs and shared objectives

• Actively seeking out opportunities to grow products and develop new products alongside the Product Development team

• Working with external suppliers to deliver product plans.

What skills are you looking for?

You’ll be able to bring to the role…

• Excellent stakeholder engagement and management skills, with the ability to quickly get buy-in and work collaboratively

• Experience in translating consumer and market insight into product strategy

• Proven ability to work well under pressure, with demonstrable strategic/innovative thinking skills

• Problem-solving skills and the ability to overcome issues, propose solutions and make sound decisions

• Ability to identify new opportunities

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, creating connections to make great things happen.

What will I gain?

Without you we wouldn’t be able to achieve our aim of seeing 3 in 4 people survive cancer by 2034. So we want to reward you in as many ways as possible. Our benefits package includes discounts on anything from travel to technology, generous holiday allowance, gym membership, childcare vouchers and much more. You’ll also be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. And ultimately you’ll know that you’ll be changing lives through your work.

If you’re as ambitious as we are, join our collective force and enjoy an excellent career, as we save lives and add years.

Shift times: Early shift 7.15am - 3.15pm, Late shift 3pm - 10pm. Requirement to work some weekend shifts and bank holidays.

We are looking for a Team Leader to join our CQC outstanding home in Axbridge. You will motivate and supervise your team of Support Workers, ensuring the delivery of care, personal support, daily living tasks and activities to our customers. You will provide support to attain full potential, maximising options available, encouraging choice, participation and motivation.

This role will be based at our St Michael's home in Axbridge. St Michael's is home to 36 adults with physical disabilities. We're in the peaceful village of Axbridge in Somerset, commutable from Cheddar and Weston-Super-Mare. 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.

You will:

• Have an NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent
• Be experienced in administering medication
• Have manual handling assessor competency
• Have clinical observation recording competency
• Be able to assess soft signs of an unwell adult in line with RESTORE 2
• Have a good understanding of safeguarding, deprivation of liberty and the mental capacity act
• Be experienced in working within a relevant care setting.
• Be able to work flexibly within rostered hours and prepared to participate in an on-call rota as required.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills.

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.
• Ongoing training and development to continue to build your skills.
• 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, or will be vaccinated by 11 November 2021, 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.

Location: St. Michael's - Axbridge, Somerset
Employment type: Permanent
Job type: Full time & part time
Salary: £11.91 per hour

Closing Date: 25 October 2021

* No agencies please *

You may have experience of the following: Support Worker, Care Staff, Senior Support Worker, Voluntary Sector, Residential Care Worker, Community Development, Senior Social Care Worker, Care Team Leader, Social Care Supervisor, Social Care Team Leader, Community Services, Care Assistant, Support Work Team Leader, etc.

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