At Depaul UK we currently have a fantastic opportunity for a Project Coordinator to join our Nightstop team in Hatfield on a full time, permanent basis. In return you will receive a competitive salary of £20,859 pa + pension & other benefits.

Depaul UK delivers a range of support and housing services around the UK for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. We provide services that prevent homelessness, increase the resilience of those we work with and energise opportunities for employment, education, training & volunteering. We're dedicated to putting our values into action to achieve a society where everyone has a place to call home and a stake in their community.

In return as our Nightstop Project Coordinator, we can offer you:

- A friendly, flexible and values-led organisation

- Competitive salary

- 26 days of annual holiday, including bank holidays

- Contributory pension scheme

- Life assurance

The Nightstop Project Coordinator role:

The Nightstop Project Coordinator role is a busy and varied role that involves volunteer coordination, marketing the service to key stakeholders, maintaining administrative systems and supporting young people directly.

This is a particularly exciting moment as the service is in a key stage of development. The Nightstop Coordinator will be pivotal in extending the reach of the service to ensure that young people in need of emergency accommodation know how to access the Nightstop service.

What makes this role exciting?

- A full induction to Depaul UK and training for the role, with ongoing opportunities for professional development.

- Training in the Depaul Endeavour model

- Continuous support and supervision, including reflective practice to develop your learning and skills as a practitioner

What will ideally support your success in the Nightstop Project Coordinator role?

- Experience of working with vulnerable people or people experiencing homeless and a good understand of their needs

- Understanding of current housing and homelessness legislation including entitlement to welfare provision

- Excellent interpersonal, customer service skills and telephone manner

- Experience of writing, implementing and evaluating Risk Assessments and Support Plans

- An ability to demonstrate clear understanding of safeguarding requirements and procedures and follow them through to conclusion

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

Closing date – Wednesday 15th July at 23:59

An enhanced DBS disclosure is a requirement for this post. Our recruitment checks, induction and ongoing support and supervision reflect our commitment to safeguarding our clients. Depaul UK strives to be equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

We kindly request no contact from Recruitment or Media Agencies.

Women for Refugee Women is seeking a Digital Inclusion Co-ordinator to work closely with our team to facilitate digital access and improve IT skills among our network of refugee and asylum-seeking women.

Women for Refugee Women is a charity that supports women seeking asylum in the UK and challenges the injustices they experience. We work at the grassroots by empowering refugee women to speak out and advocate for themselves, and through communications and campaigning work which engages the mainstream media and politicians.

The role will include assessing women’s basic needs and skills and providing the essential equipment and support to enable them to move forwards. It will involve supporting women to participate in learning, solidarity and advocacy opportunities at WRW, as well as enabling them to access other services and participate more effectively in their communities.

Women for Refugee Women particularly welcomes applications from individuals with experience of migration and/or a refugee background.

Women for Refugee Women is a small organisation where every team member is valued, and everyone is supported to carry out their role effectively. We encourage staff members to take up training opportunities to develop their skills, all staff members are able to access individual counselling support if desired, and we enable staff members to work flexibly according to individual preferences. We try to ensure that WRW provides a supportive environment where individuals can grow and develop their roles in line with our values and vision.

How to apply:

Please download and read the Digital Inclusion Co-ordinator application pack.

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter stating how you meet the person specification and why you would like to join WRW.

Applications will be considered from 7 July on a rolling basis, so that applicants may be invited for interview from 8 July onwards. Interviews will take place remotely by Zoom. Due to our restricted capacity, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Blind Veterans UK helps vision-impaired ex-Service men and women of every generation rebuild their lives after sight loss. Since 1915, we’ve provided rehabilitation, training, practical advice and emotional support to tens of thousands of blind veterans. 

We are looking for a confident and friendly individual with excellent communication skills who will enjoy recruiting, training and supporting the diverse range of volunteers who give their time to Blind Veterans UK.

The job involves: 

• Identifying and responding to the needs of members within the Centre by reviewing and assessing volunteering opportunities.
• Organising and implementing the recruitment of volunteers in line with our volunteer recruitment policy
• Delivering induction and training to volunteers, and coordinating volunteer involvement in the Centre programme for members.
• Maintaining regular contact with volunteers to provide ongoing support. Being the first point of contact for volunteer’s enquiries.
• Maintaining accurate, secure and up to date records on the volunteers and other service data for monthly reporting.
• Proactive in developing a volunteering service within the Brighton Centre, working with external partners and building networks to increase opportunities and awareness. 

To apply, please complete an Application Form and Personal Details Form, which can be downloaded below, and send them to our recruitment email address.

This is a Monday to Friday role, however there will be occasional evening and weekend work with travel to other locations within the area. Benefits include free life assurance, sickness benefit scheme, generous pension scheme and an employee assistance programme. This post is subject to enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. 

Closing date: Sunday 26th July 2020 at Midnight

1st Interviews: Monday 3rd August 2020

2nd Interviews: To Be Confirmed 

Should we receive a high volume of interest, we may close applications for this vacancy before the deadline so you are advised to express your interest as soon as possible. 

Due to the high number of enquiries and applications we receive for our vacancies we don't acknowledge each one - if you haven't heard from us within a week of the closing date, please assume that we won't be inviting you for an interview. You are, of course, welcome to try again if a suitable post comes up. We are unable to provide feedback to candidates not shortlisted for interview.

RFEA and Walking With the Wounded (WWTW) are looking for a highly motivated self-starter with knowledge of the Armed Forces and Ex-Services charity network and the ability to understand the challenges more vulnerable veterans must overcome, particularly those who have entered the Criminal Justice System. This person will be home based travelling extensively around the Northamptonshire region to provide face to face support to veterans within their home locations and partner organisations premises.

This post is funded by the OPCC for Northamptonshire as they recognise the value of former military personnel.

Project Nova is a support programme for Veterans primarily identified in Police Custody but also with referrals from core police and partner organisations from within the community, it is focussed on early intervention, support and diversion at point of contact with the Police or partner organisation in order to prevent re-offending and a potential prison sentence. Project Nova is jointly delivered by RFEA and WWTW and working in partnership with the NHS Liaison and Diversion Teams, Police custody suites, Police response officers, HMPPS and partners within the community.

The successful applicant for this role will have a track record of delivering high quality results, with a strong beneficiary focus and be capable of working independently to targets and deadlines. Strong communication, IT and organisational skills are essential along with mentoring and coaching. Experience & knowledge of the criminal justice system, local government agencies and the ability to develop a network of contacts are also required, along with a clean driving licence. NVQ Level 4 in Advice and Guidance (Or willingness to work towards) along with a good understanding of the employment market and vocational training are highly desirable, but not essential as training will be given.

Specific Responsibilities

Engagement

• Support the National Nova Manager to create and maintain strong working relationships with referring organisations in the Northamptonshire Area, including the Police and NHS Liaison and Diversion.
• Receive details of referrals from the Nova Client Advisors, or directly.  If referrals are received directly share information with the Nova Client Advisors.
• Engage with veterans face-to-face for the initial visit and as necessary throughout their engagement with Project Nova, following the Case Management Guidance, RFEA Policies and the Project Nova Procedures.
• Register each Nova Veteran’s details on the CRM and obtain consent to share their data with organisations in the support network and any further information required by the Project Nova registration.
• Undertake a comprehensive needs assessment with each Nova Veteran.

Case Management

• Provide emotional support to veterans through regular contact whilst they are engaged with Project Nova.
• Establish a care coordination plan with each Nova Veteran that provides for support from within RFEA and Walking with the Wounded and with the organisations in the Nova area support Network.
• Work with families to ensure their effective participation in the Criminal Justice System, with other statutory services and with the support network.
• Keep clear records for each case on the CRM.
• Record the veterans journey on Outcome Star
• Ensure confidentiality, the family is a separate case to the veteran, who is also supported by Project Nova. 
• When the Nova Veteran is ready, develop their employability and suitable opportunities for employment either, directly using RFEA employability tools and working with local employers or, through the wider RFEA or Walking With The Wounded.
• Project Nova is an active intervention. Close cases once the progress of Nova Veterans has reached its full potential, identifying long term social contact, formal or informal, in every case.

Person Specification

Essential Competencies

• Highly motivated and independent, capable of working remotely across a wide geographical area.
• Resilient and able to work with individuals with complex needs and cope with the rigors that arise from working with veterans in the criminal justice system.
• Commitment to working with each veteran without prejudice and in an equitable manner, including those who are arrested for violent or sexual offences.
• Experience of working with people using a mentoring or coaching approach to engage and support the individuals we work with to change their lives.
• Highly organised with strong IT skills and experience of using CRM systems.
• Strong communicators with veterans, referring organisations and within the Project Nova Team sharing information on cases with Team Leaders and Nova Client Advisors.
• Excellent team players who will contribute to a diverse and dedicated team.
• Driving licence and use of own car.
• NPPV Level 2 Police vetting and Enhanced DBS
• Provide presentations to Northamptonshire OPCC and Partners when required.

Desirable Competencies

• NVQ Level 4 Advice & Guidance or willingness to work towards this at charity expense.
• Experience of working with the Criminal Justice System.
• Experience of working with the Armed Forces community.

This role is 'Home Based' around the Northampton area and is offered initially on a one year fixed term contract, 35 hours per week with a starting salary of £26,000 rising to £27,500 after six months plus additional employee benefits.

To apply please submit a covering letter and applicable CV. The closing date is Wednesday 29th July 2020. Interviews will take place in August for immediate start depending upon required notice periods.

Applicants will be required to undertake an Enhance DBS Disclosure and Police Vetting.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Provide high-level administrative, and project support to the Regional Management Team and assist with research, logistical and coordination tasks of Amnesty International's Southern Africa Regional Office. Desk top Research capacity and effective writing are a must.

JOB PURPOSE

This role contributes to the mission of Amnesty International in Southern Africa. The Southern Africa Regional Office contributes to the wider International Secretariat by carrying out impactful and locally relevant research and campaign to ensure that those responsible for human rights violations and abuses are held accountable and that practical solutions bringing about real change in people's lives happen.

ABOUT YOU

You must be passionate about human rights, proactive in approach, innovative and able to generate ideas, show ingenuity and think up solutions. You are methodical, organized, precise and able to write well. You have the ability to solve a range of ad hoc and recurring problems able to prioritize multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment; You are able to cope well with a virtual team and retain focus in a time of crisis. You demonstrate a conscious approach to work - able to follow a defined process, complete jobs, plan and stick to deadlines. You are results orientated with a strong motivation to achieve impressive results, and have a "can do" attitude and enjoy challenges. You are flexible and willing to go above and beyond the call of duty. You are driven by Amnesty's mission to strive towards a world in which human rights are enjoyed by all. You are analytical with an enquiring mind enabling you to have the capacity to research, identify and analyse patterns and trends, in a concise and clear manner. You have foresight to anticipate and prepare well in advance, for set strategic targets as well as plan activities. You display critical thinking and are good at probing facts, challenging assumptions, seeing disadvantages to manage risk. You have strategic skills and capacity to support technical projects and fully participate in the technical side of human rights work while able to run the office of the RD and his/her peers.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate and manage all aspects of the RD's diary, to ensure he/she has a regularly updated, well-organised and accessible schedule, as well as an effectively prioritised workload.
• Assist the RD and his/her Deputies with the research and preparation of materials as delegated or originated by the RD and his/her Deputies, including researching, drafting, formatting, proof reading, coordinating, printing and distributing agreed outputs.
• Support internal strategic planning, mid-term reviews, and management of policy documents including any special projects, ensuring the timely and effective delivery of work plans and objectives.
• Manage and coordinate all correspondence and requests received by the Regional Director, identify issues of importance drawing them to the attention of the appropriate person. Prepare and draft responses to correspondence, responding directly whenever possible. Initiate and implements a range of efficient and secure channels of communication to ensure the rapid and effective flow of information.
• Research, coordinate and organise local and international travel arrangements for the RD, Deputies as well as other staff from the Regional Office as appropriate. Prepare travel itineraries, collate travel documents, meeting papers and other information needed by the RD for such business trips.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Significant experience in providing high level executive support to senior executives and/or board members, preferably in an international organization.
• Experience of diary management, making travel arrangements, coordinating and servicing meetings.
• Strong conceptual skills, including ability to produce concise research documents
• Ability to draft correspondence and other documents on behalf of the Regional Director.

To view a full a full Job Description, please follow the link below:

Project Coordinator

Department of Infectious Disease Epidemiology

Salary: £34,854 to £40,011 per annum, inclusive.
Reference: EPH-IDE-2020-32-R

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated Project Coordinator to work in the Department of Infectious Disease Epidemiology. The post holder will work collaboratively with research teams within this department which is in the Faculty of Epidemiology & Population Health based at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM). 

The successful applicant will be expected to lead, manage and be responsible for all aspects of the administrative coordination and financial management for Department research projects. As a key member of Department and the first point of contact for those projects, the post-holder will provide guidance on their management and administration, from funding costings for application, project set up, management and closure (the complete life cycle), working closely with the Principal Investigators (PIs) and liaising with partner institutions where necessary.

Applicants must possess substantial experience of providing proactive administrative support of academic research, including proven ability to monitor large budgets and prepare accurate costings, projections and reports. The successful candidate must be able to prove their ability to use initiative and judgement to solve problems; to manage a busy workload; and work to a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Experience of managing large complex grants would be an advantage. Further particulars are included in the job description.

The post is available until 31st October 2021 in the first instance, is full-time and is available immediately. Subject to further research grant funding, the post may be extended following the initial contract.  

The appointment will be made on the Grade 5 PSP scale with salary in the range £34,854-£40,011 depending on qualifications and experience. The post will be subject to the LSHTM terms and conditions of service. Annual leave entitlement is 30 working days per year. Membership of the USS Pension Scheme is available.

Applications should include the names and email contacts of two referees who can be contacted immediately if shortlisted. 

The supporting statement section should set out how your qualifications, experience and training meet each of the selection criteria.  Please provide one or more paragraphs addressing each criterion.  The supporting statement is an essential part of the selection process and thus a failure to provide this information will mean that the application will not be considered. An answer to any of the criteria such as “Please see attached CV” will not be considered acceptable.

Please note that if you are shortlisted and are unable to attend on the interview date it may not be possible to offer you an alternative date. 

Closing Date: Tuesday 14 July 2020

To apply please click on the apply link.

Be a Disability Gamechanger and join us as our Customer Coordinator as we expand our national employment service Support to Work.

This new role will support our new In Work Support Team by ensuring all customers have appointments booked to get ongoing employment support. You’ll be a main point of contact for disabled people who have been successful at getting a job through our service. You’ll allocate eligible customers to our team of Employment Advisors according to agreed criteria, current caseloads and any adviser specialisms.

As part of the role there will be some administrative duties required including:

• tracking all customers who leave our service
• organising team meetings and other events as required by the Programme Lead
• keeping rotas and adviser's information and diaries up to date
• moderating comments on our social media platforms.

The job is currently home-based due to coronavirus. When we return to our offices, you can do this job from either Leeds or Manchester.

About you

The Customer Coordinator is an important role in the Support to Work service. You will need to have excellent customer service skills and experience working in a telephone-based customer service environment. You will need to be comfortable using a range of IT packages and programs.

You will bring drive and enthusiasm to your role and demonstrate that you care passionately about improving disabled people's lives.

Skills and experience

• Excellent Customer service skills, especially over the phone
• Experience working in a team.
• Previous experience working in a contact centre environment or a telephone-based role.
• Excellent written skills.
• Digitally confident- knowledge of CRM systems, especially Microsoft Dynamics, Skype for Business and Call Handling .
• Agreement with ‘Social model of disability’ approach

Disabled candidates

Equality and inclusion are at the heart of Scope’s mission and we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace with equality of opportunity for everyone.

We welcome applications from disabled people and guarantee interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum job criteria. Please let us know in your application if you would like to be considered for this.

Are you an experienced Service Manager looking for your next opportunity? Badenoch & Clark Housing & Third Sector recruitment team have been engaged to find an experienced leader to take on a permanent contract and join a reputable Charitable Housing provider. This role will consist of leading a service supporting clients with Mental Health needs as well as being responsible for the delivery of your contract and development of your team. You and your team will commit to assisting clients to enhance and fulfil independent lives in line with CQC regulations. Key duties for the role will include: *Work with direct reports to drive business planning activities and service improvement plans across their operational area *Provide services that are consistently rated as good or outstanding by external regulators and contractors *Demonstrate excellent financial skills devising and managing budgets which maintain the financial viability of services *Ensure that direct reports are delivering effective and organisationally driven mentoring to and supervision with colleagues *Act as technical expert in and identified field; sharing this knowledge and mentoring others in order to promote best practice The successful candidate for this opportunity will be able to demonstrate some of the following skills and experience: *Knowledge and working experience managing services supported clients with mental health needs *Previous management experience This role is a permanent vacancy based in North London which will present the opportunity to grow your career with a forward thinking, ambitious organisation. Badenoch & Clark Badenoch & Clark specialise in senior to exec level recruitment across corporate services, asset management & housing development, sales & marketing and care and support roles. With decades recruiting into our sectors we are best placed to provide you with a comprehensive service. We work to ensure suitable candidates have the greatest chance of success in securing their next career move and are proudly proactive about diversity and inclusion. We encourage all applicants to contact us for more detail on an opportunity, particularly if you require assistance or special measures, so we can support you in your application. If this opportunity does not directly interest you but you have experience in this field we would still like to hear from you. We are initially looking for an up to date CV demonstrating your relevant experience. We will then contact you to discuss the role in full detail and explain the application process. Please apply to this role with your CV to be considered. We look forward to hearing from you.
Badenoch + Clark acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Badenoch + Clark UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Badenoch + Clark. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser: https://www.badenochandclark.com/en-gb/candidate-privacy

Food Network Co-ordinator
Location: Haringey
Salary: £32,640 - £35,700 + 6% pension

Hours: 36 hours per week (available for flexible working)
Contract: One-year fixed term (possible extension)
Closing date: Thursday, 16th July 2020, 12 noon

Are you passionate about addressing the causes of food poverty? Do you have experience of effective partnership working with different partners or organisations?

Haringey is about people and community. Our Haringey Together response to Covid-19 was an example of what we can achieve when we support each other. We want to continue to work together to respond to the impact of Covid-19 and address long standing challenges in our borough. The Haringey Food Network is one way in which we are coming together to tackle this. We are currently recruiting a Food Network Co-ordinator to develop and maintain a Haringey Food Network comprised of neighbourhood-based food banks, community organisations, food producers and others. You will work in close partnership with Haringey Council to deliver our response to food poverty in the borough, liaising with local food hubs to redistribute food and to ensure that Haringey’s most vulnerable people receive food and essential items. You will be supported by a volunteer co-ordinator and a team of volunteers.

We are looking for someone who understands Haringey and our communities and can build and maintain strong working relationships, including between partners, to achieve excellent joint outcomes.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive organisation where we value and reward the performance of our staff.

To apply, please select the apply button shown and including your CV with contact details of two referees, a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the requirements set out in the Person Specification and completed equal opportunities monitoring form.

For a full job description, please select the apply button shown.

This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

Other organisations may call this role Project Officer, Programme Officer, Charity Project Officer, Charity Project Manager, Project Manager, Community Network Manager, or Community Manager.

Real is about to launch our new support planning service called Taking Control of Your Life. We have funding for three years for this exciting new project. We are recruiting an Advice Coordinator to oversee and deliver this new service to disabled people living and working in Tower Hamlets, which will help improve the level of choice and control they have over the way they live their lives. This is an exciting opportunity to work for the only pan-disability, user-led organisation in Tower Hamlets; helping us to provide remarkable services to, and outcomes for, disabled people in the borough. The project also works alongside a group of local disabled people to “change the system”, making sure that statutory services, and service providers, listen to the needs of the people that use them and adapt to meet those needs better.

This role requires a motivated, person-centred individual who is able to lead and inspire other staff and members of the public to collaborate to deliver this specialised advice service. You will be expected to have a good understanding of, and existing experience in, support planning already. You will be responsible for ensuring that project aims are achieved and all of Real’s activities contribute to Real’s vision, mission and strategic objectives.  You will line manage an Adviser (also being recruited) who will also work on the project and will need supporting and developing into role.

Real is proud of its principles of valuing everyone and never discriminating. As a user-led organisation of local disabled people we particularly welcome applicants who are disabled or who live in Tower Hamlets.

Why you should work for Real

• We are a dynamic, growing third sector organisation and a user-led organisation of disabled people. We are firmly driven by our principles and ethos.
• We are a progressive organisation, constantly looking to work more effectively. But this does not mean we abandon our principles.
• We have a good reputation with our funders and our clients, and support approximately 1000 people in the community each year.
• We actively embrace diversity in all forms. Our clients relate to us more because we reflect their reality.
• We consider disability in our employees an asset.
• There is a great atmosphere and good staff morale.
• In a number of areas we are at the forefront of being part of an evolving and developing third sector in Tower Hamlets.

Applications close: Monday 20 July 2020

Click on the link to our website where you will find:

• more information about Real
• important information about the recruitment process
• more information about the role
• the job description and person specification
• an application form.

Once you have read the information above, if you would like to have an informal chat about the role, please contact Mike Smith, the CEO, or Richard Stewart, the Head of Programmes, via our reception

Do you have the personal commitment, drive and person-centred values to be able to make a real difference to the lives of people with autism?

We are seeking a highly skilled, proactive and resilient Service Manager for our specialist service in Ulverston.  This service has been developed to meet the needs of people with complex care needs including those with a learning disability, autism and those who display behaviours which can challenge.

Your role will be to lead the service as the Registered Manager, deploying your staff team effectively and creatively to deliver the highest standards of care and support, enabling service users to enjoy wellbeing, quality of life and community connections. You will promote and re-inforce a culture of responsive, professional, person-centred practice and Active Support across the service. Relationships will be built based on respect and unconditional positive regard. You will be responsible for leading practice development and delivery across the service.

Key Tasks and Duties-

• Working as part of the Duty Manager Rota, which covers seven days a week which includes ensuring the robust leadership of the service.
• Providing direct support to service users for part of your working week.
• Working alongside staff members as they deliver support to monitor and observe their interactions and practice with service users, offering guidance, support and opportunities to learn how to dynamically respond to risk appropriately.
• You will be required to provide a practical response to service users behaviour that challenges, for example if you are present when there is an incident, you will be expected to respond to ensure that staff feel fully supported with such challenges.
• You will be responsible for reviewing all Behavioural Incident Reports, providing feedback on the approaches used using our Airtable Reporting Mechanism.  You will carry out debrief and reflect with staff following all incidents and will use your time to coach and mentor staff and junior managers to ensure they understand the importance of following behavioural guidelines.
• You will hold regular core staff meetings, providing staff with opportunities to reflect upon support difficulties and positive outcomes. You will provide staff with opportunities to build and develop emotional resilience in their work.
• You will work with the Complex Care Lead and other members of the team to present your findings following incident analysis and from staff consultations to ensure a round approach is delivered.
• You will ensure actions recorded on Clinical Action Logs are completed and will bring any concerns to your Service Director.
• You will provide accurate and robust updates to the multi disciplinary teams involved with our service users, ensuring they have access to appropriate analytical information to enable them to have confidence in our approaches.
• You will attend all MDT meetings for service users and will prepare appropriate and regular updates for all such meetings.
• You will be responsible for assessing new referrals for the service and will be able to create robust formulations of need, including appropriate transitions and initial support information.
• You will attend all contract review meetings and you will ensure your contribution is well prepared in advance.
• Developing the skills, knowledge base and professional practice of the senior team.
• You will be responsible for auditing all aspects of your service and developing action plans and systems to ensure continual service improvement.

Creative Support is a not-for-profit organisation which provides high quality, person-centred support to older people and adults with a learning disability and/or autism and people with physical disabilities and mental health needs. The support we offer is tailored to the individual and promotes their independence and community engagement. We are an Investor in People accredited employer of a diverse team of over 5,000 well supported staff across England. Our services in London and the South East employ over 600 staff supporting around 1,000 people with care and support needs.

Service Manager

Due to their ever-expanding organisation, they are looking for Management level staff who would be willing to make a difference in the lives of the people they support. Experience of Autistic Spectrum Disorders, Challenging Behaviours and Mental Health would be advantageous.

They recognise the importance of excellent training and development opportunities and recognise, welcome and encourage hard work, innovation and initiative. They provide a comprehensive induction programme alongside fully funded Diploma’s in Health and Social Care (up to Level 7) as well as other professional development opportunities.

Service Manager Requirements:

⦁ Provide independent living and enable the people we support to live in their own home as independently as possible.
⦁ Manage the day to day running of the service. Ensuring a high standard of personalised care.
⦁ Provide effective leadership and support to all staff and participate in direct work with the people we support.
⦁ Participate in duty rota Including weekends and evenings, to carry sleeping-in and wake night duties when required
⦁ Be responsible for managing or overseeing rotas, and ensure appropriate cover is in place at all times
• Experience dealing with multi-disciplinary teams and handling paper work like risk assessments, MCA, care plan and updating PBSP.

Service Manager Requirements:

• Be able to complete sleep in shifts (usually running 10pm – 8am)
• Be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.
• Willingness to learn
• Striving for the best possible care for the people we support
• Driving licence and vehicle to use will be advantages and salary offers will reflect this.

About the organisation:

Our client feels partnership working with the people they support is vital to their philosophy and the way they work. Independence, choice and positive risk taking are key to giving individuals the opportunity to develop in all areas of their lives. All people deserve to be treated with dignity and respect and given the opportunity to progress.

Location: Reading,

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Flexible, up to 40 hours per week

Salary: £23,680.00 – £26,800 per annum Depending upon expeirnce

Benefits: They provide paid, comprehensive induction training so experience is not essential. They have great opportunities for career development with their personal development plans. Care Certificate Training Regular Team Meetings. Flexible working hours An opportunity to work for an expanding, forward thinking company Fully funded DBS Employer Pension Contribution Competitive pay rates – they regularly review regional and competitor pay rates to ensure they're offering the best incentives to work with them 28 days annual leave for full time, plus one additional day for each year of service. Bonuses Fully Funded Qualifications Employee Assistance Program Employee benefits scheme (discounts in many stores!) Their ideal candidate will be a flexible and compassionate individual, looking for a career in care and able to demonstrate a passion for the role. Previous care experience is preferable but not essential as full training will be provided. Our client believes in nurturing their exceptional team and supporting their staff to develop their career in social care.

You may have experience of the following: Service Manager, Care Manager, Senior Care Coordinator, Service Delivery, Area Manager, Healthcare, Social Worker, Community Care, Senior Support Worker, Team Leader, Charity, Not For profit, etc.

Ref: 93448

Victim Support is looking for a Hate Crime Co-Ordinator based in Gloucester.

Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity for people affected by crime in England and Wales. We work towards a world where people affected by crime or traumatic events get the support they need and respect they deserve.

As Hate Crime Co-Ordinator you will support the effective service delivery of the Gloucestershire Hate Crime Strategy in the County, to increase the awareness of the issues of hate crime, and to work with partners to develop innovative support for victims and ways to tackle the issues of hate crime.

The main duties of the role are to ensure high quality services supporting victims of crime in line with organisation and Police Crime Commissioner goals, to deliver Hate Crime Awareness training and to develop and manage local partnerships, ensuring the promotion of Victim Support and the rights and needs of victims of crime

To be successful in the role, you will have experience of developing effective working partnerships with various organisations and of working in a multi-agency setting or partnership team environment. You will have strong project management, organisation and communication skills and be able to maintain professional boundaries. You will demonstrate a good awareness of the impact of Hate Crime on victims. You will have strong IT skills and an excellent understanding and commitment to the promotion of equal opportunities and diversity.

The closing date for applications is Monday 27^th July 2020 . Interviews will take place via Skype on 5^th & 6^th August.

Victim Support is committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosure & Barring Service checks will be required.

Victim Support offers competitive rewards and benefits including pension and life assurance, 25 days annual leave (pro-rata), voluntary benefits such as season ticket loans, and the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing world-class services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.

Applications should be explicit enough to provide good evidence against the shortlisting criteria, which are marked in the person specification as (s). In order to apply, please create a profile in our website (jobs section), complete and submit an online application form.

Victim Support is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment for our staff. We believe having a diverse workforce at all levels allows us to represent the communities we serve and connect better with people affected by crime. We welcome applicants from all communities and as part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we would particularly welcome applicants from BAME communities.

Are you an inspirer?  A motivator?  Great at bringing people together to help support green spaces? 

Then Urban Green Newcastle wants to hear from you!

We are seeking someone with energy and enthusiasm to encourage involvement with Urban Green Newcastle.  Someone to develop the volunteering offer, and create the most amazing experiences which will inspire, reward and help people feel welcomed and valued.  To help more people feel connected and committed to keeping our wonderful parks and allotments special.

As a new organisation, this is a rare opportunity to be part of something really special.  We are all about collaborating, building close relationships and working with others.  We love our green spaces and want more people to enjoy them – so if you feel you would love this challenge, we would love to hear from you!

Closing date for applications:  Monday, 3 August at 9am

Interview date: w/c 10 August