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.

Crisis Skylight Merseyside provides innovative and exciting projects, opportunities and support for people who are at risk of being homeless from our Centre in Merseyside and in outreach settings across the Liverpool City Region. Our aim is to see homelessness ended in Merseyside and our unique service offers information, advice and guidance, coaching, teaching & learning which has sustained and continued positive results for people we work with. It is an exciting time in Crisis Skylight Merseyside as we support people out of homelessness for good in line with our 5-year strategic plan.

About the role
As Operations Manager (Structured Coaching), you will join the local management team and report to the Skylight Director. You will work with the existing Operations Manager (Intensive Case Management) to ensure we can end homelessness for good. Line managing a number of coaches you  will ensure that each of our Members are assigned a lead worker and that good quality case management is embedded. Working alongside the existing Operations Manager to ensure the wider team has the support and resources required to meet the needs of our members. In addition, you will develop strong partnerships with statutory and voluntary sector organisations across Merseyside and the wider city region. You will work collaboratively with the management team to ensure the support package for members is tailored to everyone to optimize their sustained route out of homelessness.

About you
To be successful in this role you will be an experienced Operational Manager with a proven track record of success working with vulnerable and excluded adults. The ability to lead by example, inspire and lead a multi-disciplinary team working with people with complex and enduring needs, as well as experience of developing external and internal partnerships to gain the most positive outcome for people using the service.  You will be driven to end homelessness, experienced in motivating your team, supporting an innovative management team locally and able to provide insight and influence on both internal and external audiences. 

Benefits
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.

How To Apply 
If this sound likes the opportunity for you, please click on the 'Apply For Job' button below.
If you need to request an application in an alternative format, please contact the Recruitment Team, contact details can be found on our website. 

Closing date: Sunday 6th December 2020 (at 23:59)
Interviews will take place on 16th December 2020

We value diversity, promote equality and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of homelessness.

Local Charity, KFCA is planning an exciting 2021. We’re seeking a creative innovator to join the team to manage our brand new Children’s Library and Community Hub in the heart of Kensington, Liverpool. We’re looking for somebody who has ideas and a vision that will bring our library to life, creating a vibrant, happy, fun packed space in which children can learn and grow, in which imaginations can soar.

Working closely with the KFCA Team, the Manager will work to ensure the Children's Library and Community Hub is vibrant, with well-managed facilities that operate for the benefit of the local community. This will be busy role and will require the postholder’s commitment to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends on occasion.

In addition to ideas and vision, this leadership role requires: 

• Exceptional project management and organisation skills 

• Strong communication skills

• Ability to develop and manage budgets 

• A keen eye for design and creative flair 

• Ability to effectively engage with our diverse community 

• Self-motivation and ability to manage workload and demands 

• Ability to work collaboratively 

• Understanding of marketing and communications 

• Understanding of income generation 

• Understanding of venue and/or facilities management 

The postholder will be responsible for:  

• Ensuring the smooth running of the Children’s Library and Community Hub, its activities and Team 

• Leading on co-development of services and activities with local community members and other stakeholders.

• Providing volunteer management and development 

• Building close working relationships with local partners including schools, universities and businesses.

• Exploring opportunities to develop new income generating projects, services and activities. 

• Marketing and promotion of activities and opportunities 

• Providing reports KFCA Management Team and funders  

• Day to day budget management 

• Implementation of KFCA’s policies and procedures 

• Additional activities in accordance with role and building

The success of the Children’s Library and Community Hub will depend heavily on the organisational skills of the Manager and their ability to communicate effectively with all members of the community and work alongside colleagues and stakeholders 

Education and Training:  

• Educated to at least A-level/Level 3 or equivalent experience 

• Computer literate with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and social media platforms 

• Proven experience in either voluntary/community sector, business, project management, education or marketing  

Application Process: 

To apply for this position, attach your C.V. and covering letter detailing your suitability and how you meet the role requirements.

To find out more about KFCA’s current work please visit our Twitter page: @myKFCA

Good luck with your application 

*If you are interested in this role but not based in North West, we are often recruiting in North East, Midlands, South West and London so please send your CV via email and we’ll be in touch when a vacancy comes up.

This role is a 12-month fixed-term contract (maternity cover).

To help us achieve our mission, we are recruiting qualified social workers with direct experience of working with children and families and knowledge and experience of supporting social work students. We are looking for candidates who can lead the delivery of teaching across the year, support participants in their local authority units and supervise participants during the 2nd year of the Frontline programme.

Practice Tutors (PTs) work closely as a peer group to share effective ways of working across participant units, local authorities and regions. They play a key role within the development and delivery of our social work curriculum, contributing knowledge and expertise to create a culture that promotes outstanding social work education and that enables teams to do their best work in order to achieve our mission to create social change for children who do not have a safe or stable home.

PTs are responsible for teaching and developing participants at the five-week summer institute, regional recall days and, in the participant units within local authorities. PTs support a number of participant units, based within statutory children’s social care services. Each unit is led by a Consultant Social Worker (CSW).  Core to the Practice Tutor role is the ability to provide support, challenge and guidance to participants and CSWs to ensure a high quality practice learning experience.

Applicants need a good understanding of the social work role and have the ability to make links with adults’ and children’s services. To apply you need excellent social work practice skills, experience of developing others and a commitment to educating a new generation of social workers. This role provides the opportunity to genuinely align practice and theory. In doing so you to be a committed to evidence informed practice models and have an appetite to exploring different and innovative approaches to teaching these models. PTs are supported to gain fellowship status with the HEA if not already held.

You’ve got a good understanding of mental health issues and really enjoy supporting others to achieve independence and lead their own recovery. All you need is the perfect environment to put your skills to great use. Welcome to Richmond Fellowship as a Recovery Worker.

Right now, our 24 hour Supported Housing service in Longview House, Liverpool, is looking for someone like you to support the people who use our services to maintain their tenancy and independence in the community. Not only are we committed to putting them at the heart of everything we do, we recognise they should be involved in decisions that affect their future too. That’s why we need you to inspire and support them to lead their own recovery. So, whether it’s helping to come up with a personal support plan that will see them achieve their goals and aspirations, developing domestic and finance management skills or accessing work, leisure or educational opportunities, your empathy, enthusiasm and compassion will have every chance to shine. Entering accurate case notes onto our IT system will be important too. And, when it comes to regularly liaising with GP surgeries, the local council, charities etc. or promoting the service within the community, again, we'll count on you.

The chances are, you already work in the mental health field. What is for certain is that you’re caring, consistent, flexible and creative, work well under pressure, know how to connect with people at all levels and, like us, are keen to break down the stigma of mental health. Oh and you’re happy working independently or, as a valued member of our team, being part of a weekly rota system and available for on call duties.

The salary for this post is £17,004.00 with potential earnings of up to £17,230 per annum (pro-rata).

This is a permanent post, requiring the post-holder to work 30 hours per week.

This is a rolling recruitment process, shortlisted candidates will be interviewed as and when they apply.

Richmond Fellowship is part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence. We know that recovery can look and feel very different to each and every one of us. But we also know that if we provide the right support, at the right time, we can inspire recovery nationwide and that recovery is possible for everyone.

Universal Credit (UC) is the fastest growing advice issue for the Citizens Advice service and improving the support available to people making a claim is vital. Our Help to Claim service guides people through the claims process - this will include identifying suitability, helping clients to start their claim and providing support to their first payment.

Citizens Advice Liverpool is looking for 1 x full time Help to Claim Adviser with knowledge and experience of welfare benefits to join their team.

The successful candidate will provide end to end telephone and webchat support for Universal Credit claimants. Your understanding of legacy benefits will enable you to check whether a client would be better off on Universal Credit and you will be confident in your I.T. skills to support clients in making their claim.

You’ll have the ability to interview clients using sensitive listening and questioning skills to get to the root of the issues and empower clients, whilst maintaining structure and control of meetings, as well as a commitment to the aims and principles of the Citizens Advice Service.

To apply to join us, please visit our website via the Apply button.

Closing date for applications:  4.00 p.m. Thursday 10th December 2020

Shortlisting: Friday 11th December 2020

Interviews to be held:  Friday 18th December 2020

Please note that interviews will take place via Microsoft Teams.

When saving your application and diversity forms please add your name to the file name.

If there are a large number of applicants only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

COVID-19  During the pandemic and lockdown period Citizens Advice Liverpool has successfully moved all services to working from home. Please note that recruitment, induction, and delivery will be based at home for the near future.  The successful candidate will need to have a reliable internet/broadband and place to work at home. An allowance of £26 per month (pro rata for part time staff) is payable while working from home.

NYAS is the leading provider of advocacy and associated service across the UK. NYAS shares the opinion that every child or young person experiencing care should have the same chance to live happy, healthy and rewarding lives as their peers.

If you are looking for a rewarding role with an organisation that makes a difference to young people’s lives, we want to hear from you.

We’re looking to recruit x4 Independent Visitors & Quality Assurance Officers to join our Regulation 44 Service in the following areas:

x1 post in Essex working 21 hours per week

x1 post in Devon working 21 hours per week

x1 post in North East/ Yorkshire working 14 hours per week

x1 post in North West working 14 hours per week

As an Independent Visitor & Quality Assurance Officer you will be required to complete statutory and non-statutory independent allocated visits within prescribed timescales and to quality assure reports submitted by other members of the team.

This is a home based role however, you will be will be expected to travel and work on public transport when required.

You must have a relevant professional qualification and proven extensive experience in working with children and young people or adults at risk in a social care setting.

Applications via our website only.

In return for joining NYAS you will receive the following benefits:

• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after 5 years
• Company sick pay
• Salary sacrifice pension contributions
• Learning and development opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme

Note for candidates - when completing the application form, it is important that you refer to the person specification within the job description and detail how you can evidence the criteria.

NYAS operates robust safe procedures to ensure the protection of the children, young people and adults at risk we work with. To comply with NYAS’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, references and a Digital Risk Assessment.

NYAS is an equal opportunities employer

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early once we receive a high number of applications.

Pause works with women who have experienced – or are at risk of – repeated pregnancies that result in children needing to be removed from their care. The programme gives women the chance to pause and take control over their lives, breaking a destructive cycle that causes both them and their children deep trauma. We are now working with more women who have experienced multiple removals than anyone else in the country.

Pause is working with four local authorities in the Liverpool City Region to deliver the Pause programme across Halton, Knowsley, Liverpool and Wirral. Two Pause Practices will be set-up – one covering programme delivery in Halton and Knowsley, and one covering Liverpool and Wirral. The two Pause Practices will collaborate closely and will link with the existing Pause Practice in St Helens, to ensure a regional approach to the Pause programme can be rolled out.

The two Pause Practice Leads will each manage teams of  5 - 7 people, including Pause Practitioners and a Co-ordinator for each practice. The Practice Leads will ensure effective delivery of the Pause programme – they will work alongside their teams, bringing a wealth of direct practice experience of complex work to maximise the team’s potential.

The Practice Leads will provide high levels of supervision and leadership to team members from a variety of disciplines, as well ensuring fidelity and integrity to the model. They will typically have significant experience in both operational and project management, with an ability to manage complex data and demonstrate impact. Additionally, they will usually have experience of evidence informed approaches.

Note: We are recruiting two Pause Practice Leads, one in Liverpool and Wirral, and one in Halton and Knowsley. If you would like to be considered for both roles, please submit the same application for each role via Applied. If you are shortlisted for both roles, you will only need to interview once. 

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.
Crisis is committed to ensuring that people with lived experience of homelessness are involved in developing and delivering our services. 
About the role
The role sits within a new bespoke Critical Time Intervention (CTI) team working across Liverpool City Region, CTI is part of a housing-led response to ending homelessness. CTI is an evidence-based model, designed for times of transition for people who require support to navigate often fragmented systems. It uses a time limited case management approach to support people through a period of transition which works towards preventing and ending homelessness. 
The model is strictly time limited and prescriptive in its application and Crisis’ CTI pilot will run close to the CTI principles. The timing of movement through the phases is defined by the Program model.
CTI consists of 4 main phases: 
I.  Pre CTI: in which the relationship with the client is developed and their goals and ambitions are identified, (no timescale – could be days, months or years) 
II.  Transition:  providing support & beginning to connect client to people and agencies that will assume the primary role of support and enable them to meet their goals (3 months)
III.  Try out: monitoring and strengthening support network and client’s skills (3 months)
IV.  Transfer of care: terminating CTI and stepping right back (3 months)
The post holder will be working within the framework of CTI, supporting prison leavers into accommodation and preventing homelessness on release from custody. 
About you
To be successful in this role you will have experience of management or supervision within a support environment to staff or volunteers. You will have experience delivering person centred support with statutory and non-statutory services within the criminal justice system, offering coaching and mentoring, learning support and/or personal development training, ideally working to matrix standards.  You will also have an appreciation of delivering this within a time limited framework. You will demonstrate knowledge of issues affecting homeless or vulnerably housed individuals which could include mental illness, addiction, the benefit system and housing. Being committed to empowering homeless and vulnerably housed individuals is essential to this role.

Benefits
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 on-going development to build your skills, experience and career.

How to Apply 
If this sound likes the opportunity for you, please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below.

If you need to request an application in an alternative format, please contact the Recruitment Team, contact details can be found on our website. 
Closing date: Sunday 29th November 2020

We value diversity, promote equality and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of homelessness.

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.

Crisis is committed to ensuring that people with lived experience of homelessness are involved in developing and delivering our services.

About the role
This is new role working within the Crisis Skylight Merseyside team, delivering a Liverpool City Region wide property procurement service working across the private and social rented sector. The aim is to engage both private and social landlords by promoting the benefits of working in partnership with Crisis Skylight Merseyside, increasing access to properties for Crisis members. The post holder will work in conjunction with Client Services and Best Practice colleagues to inform and shape best practice in securing affordable, sustainable homes for our members, and support its adoption across Crisis.

About you
To be successful in this role you will have an excellent understanding of the Liverpool City Region rental housing market along with an understanding of both the needs of social and private landlords and the barriers and opportunities faces by people moving out of homelessness and into housing. You will have experience of sourcing and procuring properties and the ability to negotiate and broker agreements effectively. You will be able to demonstrate knowledge of issues affecting homeless or vulnerably housed individuals along with a commitment to empowering individuals with complex needs.

Benefits
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% (subject to annual increase)
• 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.

How to Apply 
If this sound likes the opportunity for you, please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below.

If you need to request an application in an alternative format, please contact the Recruitment Team, contact details can be found on our website.
Closing date:  Sunday 6 December 2020 (23:59)
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 22nd December 2020. 
We value diversity, promote equality and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of homelessness.

We are looking for an experienced debt supervisor/caseworker to lead our debt team in Sefton.  The person we seek will be a highly motivated and organised individual who is passionate about providing the best possible debt advice service to the local community. This person will enjoy motivating and developing a team to meet the quality and performance standards required as well as working collaboratively with colleagues within  the Greater Merseyside Money Advice Partnership to reach out to people living with debt and anxiety during these difficult times.

Location: Sefton although initially you will be able to work from home and this may continue for part of the week.

Hours: 35 per week

Pension: 7% Employer contribution

Annual leave: 28 days plus bank holidays

For an application pack, please visit our website via the Apply button.

Closing date for applications: 12pm Friday 27th November 2020

Interviews: 1st December 2020

Citizens Advice recognises the positive value of diversity promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.

Job Title: HR Business Partner

Reports to: Chief Executive

Salary: £36,297 pro rata

Hours: 28 hour per week

Location: Parkhaven Trust locations

Job summary:

The post holder will be responsible for the development and management of excellent human resource practice across Parkhaven Trust. They will develop and deliver the annual workforce plan and support managers to lead their staff in accordance with best practice.

To be a member of the Senior Management Team of the Trust and participate in the senior managers on call rota.

Main tasks and responsibilities

1. Develop and deliver the annual workforce plan.
2. Review and develop relevant Trust Policies and Procedures ensuring they are compliant with best practice.
3. Provide HR input to the CEO & Senior Management Team as necessary, supporting organisational changes including redundancy & TUPE.
4. Be the first point of contact for all HR related queries, providing confidential ad hoc advice and assistance to Parkhaven Trust employees.
5. Provide advice, coaching and training to managers in relation to employee performance, conduct and absence management.
6. Lead Trust recruitment procedures for paid staff and volunteers.
7. Develop and maintain supervisory and appraisal systems working with line managers to ensure compliance.
8. Ensure that training and development needs are identified and delivered
9. Provide relevant and accurate reports to the senior management team and trustees as and when required.
10. Maintain and develop the HR workforce system.
11. Prepare payroll amendments each month liaising with the Finance team to ensure timely and accurate payroll information.
12. Support the Volunteer Coordinator as appropriate to ensure best practice in supporting volunteers and assist in producing relevant policies for volunteers.

 HR Administration

1. Support managers to maintain contracts, personnel files and other employee information.
2. Support the HR Officer to deliver an effective recruitment service across the Trust.
3. Support the HR Officer to deliver the agreed training programme.
4. Complete HR surveys and reports as required for internal and external reporting purposes.

Other duties and responsibilities:

1. Undertake such other duties as may lie within the scope of this post to ensure the effective delivery and development of the Trust.

2. Support and actively engage in fundraising and promotional activities.

3. Act as an ambassador for Parkhaven Trust.

4. Participate in the senior manager on call rota.

General Statements:

Confidentiality
All information relating to service users and/or staff obtained during employment with the Trust is to be treated as confidential and as such employees should not disclose it without appropriate prior authorisation.  Unauthorised disclosure of any confidential information, or that covered by the Data Protection Act may result in disciplinary action. 

Continuous Improvement
We are continuously improving services and all members of staff employed by the Trust are expected to play an active role in the development and improvement of services to the benefit of service users.

All employees are required to participate in an annual appraisal and any associated training and/or learning opportunities.

Data Quality
All staff involved in the collection of data are responsible for the accurate and timely collection and recording of information.

Equality, Diversity and Human Rights

The Trust is committed to providing equality of opportunity, anti discriminatory and anti oppressive practice.  The Trust will rigorously uphold our duty to promote human rights in everything we do, believing that all people have the right to be treated with dignity and respect. 

Health and Safety
Employees must contribute to a healthy and safe working environment by adhering to health and safety regulations and Trust policies.  Employees must act in a responsible manner to ensure the care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their omissions at work.

Employees must co-operate with the employer insofar as is necessary to enable Health and Safety duties or requirements to be performed and complied with.  Employees must not intentionally or recklessly interfere with, or misuse anything that is provided in the interest of the health, safety and welfare of staff, service users and the general public.

Infection Control
Infection Prevention and Control is everybody’s business, and all employees have a duty to act in accordance with the standards and procedures as set out in the Infection Control Policy at all times.

Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults
Safeguarding vulnerable adults is the business of everyone employed by the Trust.  All staff must be responsible and proactive in identifying and reporting safeguarding concerns. 

Other
You may be required to undertake work in other locations within the Trust as determined by the duties of your post.

The Trust operates a No Smoking Policy.

You may be required to undertake any other duties at the request of the line manager which are commensurate with the role, including internal job rotation and absence cover.

This job description is an outline and account of the main duties. Any changes will be discussed with the post holder in advance but will also be reviewed regularly to take into account changes and developments in service requirements.

Job Specification E=Essential D=Desirable

Qualifications

CIPD Level 7 Qualification - E

Degree level education or equivalent - E

Evidence of recent CPD - E

Experience

Experience in an  HR Business Partner role (minimum 2 years) - E

Experience of delivering a diverse HR service to meet the needs of the business - E

Experience of supporting managers to improve staff performance - E

Record of successful management of organisational change and employee casework - E

Highly developed interpersonal skills to ensure information is shared in a clear manner - E

A thorough and up to date knowledge of employment law and demonstrable experience of its pragmatic application - E

Demonstrable experience of policy development - E

Experience of working in the 3rd Sector and an understanding of the current issues facing the 3rd Sector - D

Knowledge and Experience of the use of workforce systems - E

Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of the relevant equality & diversity legislation and the practical application of it in policies, procedures and practices - E

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Able to demonstrate an understanding of the business and ability to translate business needs into creative HR solutions - E

A solution focussed approach to problem solving and relationship management - E

Strong interpersonal skills, able to quickly build credibility and influence at all levels of the organisation and wider health/social care system - E

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present highly complex information, taking account of the needs and level of the audience - E

Ability to write and present clear reports, short articles and presentations taking into account the audience who will receive it - E

Sound knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint packages - E

Able to work to tight deadlines and pay attention to detail - E

Able to prioritise and manage own work - E

Tact, diplomacy and emotional intelligence - E

Experience of influencing a range of stakeholders and shaping good management practice - E

Ability to analyse complex information and workforce trends to identify key concerns and develop potential solutions - E

The ability to provide comprehensive senior reports, workforce information and to support the development of business cases - E

Qualities

Able to deal with distressing or emotional circumstances, frequently when imparting information e.g., discipline, sickness, organisational change - E

The ability to work on own initiative, responding to immediate requests - E

Works effectively both autonomously under own initiative, and as part of a team - E

Able to demonstrate commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) - E

Proactive and self-motivated - E

Confidence and experience in making difficult decisions - E

Summary

We are looking to recruit three Engaging Communities Officers, one in each of the London, North of England and South West regions, to coordinate our regional activity in reaching and engaging with Black and South Asian communities, and other lesser heard communities. This will involve close working with the Regional Teams to ensure that these communities are at the forefront of all our work in improving the health of people with or at risk of diabetes.

These key roles within the Operations Directorate, will help to increase the diversity of our large volunteer family, as well as our work to advocate for communities by influencing diabetes care in the NHS. You will join a network of Engaging Communities Officers from across our Regions, to share practice, learn from each other and develop knowledge and skills as needed, so that you can have the best possible impact with the team in your region.
This is an exciting time at Diabetes UK as we work to deliver our 2020-25 strategy. Tackling inequalities is a cross-cutting theme throughout all our outcomes and our strategy recognises the need to reach more Black and South Asian people, to provide information and support on diabetes management and risk.

Interviews: 11th January 2021

Package

What we can offer you:

• Generous annual leave starting at 25 days plus bank holidays
• A Cash Healthcare Plan (giving you up to £1,500 towards a range of out of pocket health expenses like new glasses, dentist, chiropractor or osteopath appointments)
• Early finish Friday and flexible working as part of our approach to activity based working
• Discounts on gym membership
• Employee assistance programme to give you support on any issues that come up in life
• Annual season ticket loan (on completion of your probation period)
• Very active social scene including sport teams, gardening and other activities
• Generous pension provision, life assurance and income protection insurance
• Cycle to work scheme (eligible for scheme if contract is permanent or longer than 12 months)

*Some benefits aren't available until you've passed your probation period and are dependent on the length of contract.

Main Responsibilities

The role involves a variety of work from identifying priority areas for reach and engagement; working with the regional team to advise and support on the recruitment, training and retention of volunteers; advocating for communities in our influencing work, to building relationships with volunteers and local organisations who can act as ambassadors, spokespeople to enable Diabetes UK to better meet the needs of diverse communities.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be passionate about tackling inequalities in healthcare, possess strong project management skills and be a genuine team player. They will also understand the role that volunteers and connecting with local organisations can play in improving community health, alongside knowledge of local NHS structures and systems.

Support Worker

As a support worker at Hft you’ll be supporting adults with learning disabilities to live the best life possible. In this caring and creative role, everything you do will enable people to have choices about their own lives, creating flexible services that meet people’s needs and always looking for the best way of doing things.

The purpose of your role is to give the highest possible standards of support to individuals with moderate to severe learning disabilities, in all aspects of their daily lives. You’ll be helping to ensure the people we support:

- Build confidence to develop interests
- Feel secure and safe
- Are provided with any personal care needed with dignity
- Increase independence
- Are enabled to make as many choices as possible
- Achieve personal goals, which may include travel or holidays

We provide 24/7 support to some people, so you will need to have flexibility to work shifts on a rota basis, including nights, weekends and Bank Holidays. You may also get the opportunity to accompany the people we support on holidays and attend training courses and other activities.

Salary: Up to £20,029 per annum based on a qualified rate and 47 sleep-ins per year
Hours: Permanent, Full Time, 37.5 hours per week

Location: Cheshire and Merseyside

What we Offer

We offer a range of benefits and career development opportunities. We’ll give you a comprehensive induction, full training and support along the way. With Investors in People and Skills for Care accreditation we are committed to investing in our teams to ensure they have the specialist skills they need.

- Apprenticeships - gain a fully funded Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care whilst earning
- Access to the Hft Plus benefits package, which includes a great number of discounts and rewards across shops, restaurants, gym membership and days out; but also an Employee Assistance Programme, with telephone and -face-to-face support options
- Access to award winning training and development – Hft is one of only four charities to have achieved the Skills for Care ‘Centre of Excellence’ provider status
- Annual staff award scheme – The Fusion Awards, and peer recognition through our GEM awards programme
- 20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time staff)
- A contributory pension scheme & life assurance
- Free DBS Check

You don’t need experience of support work or any special qualifications for this job - you’ll get plenty of training along the way. Having the right values and wanting to make a difference to enable people to live a more fulfilling and independent life is what matters most. You will need to have good listening skills and a practical, caring approach. You also need to have basic level IT skills to be able to use a computer to record information about people you will be supporting.

It’s great if you already have experience of working with people with learning disabilities, autism or dementia, but it’s not essential. What matters most is your positive attitude to life and your desire to support people to live their life with as much independence, choice, dignity and control as possible.

Closing date: 30th November 2020

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

​​​​​​​Hft's usual terms and conditions apply.

Hft is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. As a Disability Confident Employer, Hft is helping to ensure that disabled people have the same opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations that people without disabilities do.
Successful applicants will need to undertake an enhanced disclosure check against the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Having a criminal record may not bar you from employment.

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.

Ref: 95016

Support Worker

We are one of the largest learning disability charities in the UK, supporting over 2,500 people through our friendly, supportive, creative and diverse teams.

As a support worker at Hft you’ll be supporting adults with learning disabilities to live the best life possible. In this caring and creative role, everything you do will enable people to have choices about their own lives, creating flexible services that meet people’s needs and always looking for the best way of doing things.

Salary: Potential earnings of £20,029* pa pro rata based on a qualified rate and 47 sleep-ins per year
Hours: Permanent, Full time and Part time (typically equates to 163 per month - pro rata)

Location: Cheshire & Merseyside

What we Offer

Apprenticeships - gain a fully funded Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care whilst earning. Access to the Hft Plus benefits package, which includes a great number of discounts and rewards across shops, restaurants, gym membership and days out; but also, an Employee Assistance Programme, with telephone and face-to-face support options. Access to award winning training and development – Hft is one of only four charities to have achieved the Skills for Care ‘Centre of Excellence’ provider status. Annual staff award scheme – The Fusion Awards, and peer recognition through our GEM awards programme. 20 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays). A contributory pension scheme & life assurance. Free DBS Check.

You don’t need experience of support work or any special qualifications for this job - you’ll get plenty of training along the way. Having the right values and wanting to make a difference to enable people to live a more fulfilling and independent life is what matters most. You will need to have good listening skills and a practical, caring approach. You also need to have basic level IT skills to be able to use a computer to record information about people you will be supporting.

It’s great if you already have experience of working with people with learning disabilities, autism or dementia, but it’s not essential. What matters most is your positive attitude to life and your desire to support people to live their life with as much independence, choice, dignity and control as possible.

Closing date: 11th December

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.

Ref: 95418