Social Work Jobs in Leatherhead, Surrey

Do you want to play a crucial part in improving the wellbeing of people with learning disabilities? We can promise you a varied and rewarding role working in a committed and supportive team to help people live more fulfilled lives.

Share is a registered charity and a centre for training and wellbeing. We provide a range of programmes helping adults with learning disabilities, autism and other support needs become more happy, healthy and independent. Our vision is a world where disabled people are fully included in society, living the life they choose, and we need talented people to help us make that happen. 

You’ll help people build the life skills they need to make positive long term changes. You’ll support our students in their sessions, both at our training centres and out in the community, helping them achieve their personal objectives and keep learning in an engaging, fun and stimulating way.

Main responsibilities 

• You’ll work flexibly to support students to access community and activities and work across a range of projects 
• You’ll lead sessions where smaller groups are required for projects and activities 
• You’ll set up, plan and lead free time activities for students 

Who we’re looking for 

• You’ll have experience supporting adults with learning disabilities or autism 
• You’re an excellent communicator, someone who listens with great patience and empathy 
• Coping with tricky situations won’t phase you due to your resilient nature 
• You’re passionate about helping people reach their goals 
• Most importantly, you share our strong commitment to the inclusion of disabled people in society, you believe in equality for all 

Why work for us? 

Share is committed to empowering disabled people. You’ll make a difference every day, helping people to live as independently as possible. 

Our values drive us forward. They provide the framework for everything we do, including who we hire. We believe everyone has something to offer others, and we build on people's individual talents, interests and abilities. We think happy employees are successful employees. 

We won employer of the year at the Wandsworth Business Awards in 2019 and we hold gold Investors in People accreditation. This means we truly understand the value of people: we focus on what people can do, not what holds them back. And we have robust policies in place so that every single person working at Share takes ownership for making our programmes come to life. 

We’ve been praised for our supportive working environment where everyone has a voice and is valued. You’ll be surrounded by people who support you, challenge you, and inspire you. 

How to apply 

We positively welcome applications from all parts of the community and from people with diverse cultural backgrounds and lived experience.  

Please send us your CV and a cover letter. In your letter, please tell us: 

• What is your experience of working with SEN adults in a training capacity? 
• What is your understanding of challenging behaviour? 
• What are your top three qualities that make you an excellent support worker? 

Please also complete our equal opportunities form which can be downloaded on our website.

If you would like to have chat about the role or visit us prior to applying, please contact us. 

We focus on ability and believe people work best when they feel valued, safe and happy. We do all that we can to make sure that Share is friendly and welcoming to everyone. All CVs and applications are sanitised to ensure unbiased recruitment. 

This job is subject to two satisfactory references, evidence of qualifications, an enhanced DBS check and providing evidence of the right to work in the UK. If you are disabled and would like to discuss other ways of submitting your application, please contact us. 

We look forward to receiving your application. 

Key Tasks and Responsibilities 

1. Client Support 

●Carry out initial assessment of client needs to identify and plan the support needed to address issues and prevent any problems from escalating. 

●Provide casework level advice on welfare benefits, housing and financial issues as appropriate.

●Facilitate access, signpost and accompany clients to services or activities, in particular those with limited English. 

●Assist clients with other related problems or refer to other specialist organisations as appropriate. 

●Make follow up calls to provide moral and practical support as appropriate.

●Keep up-to-date with local service provision for appropriate signposting and referrals. 

●Maintain professional practice standards and regulatory requirements, including confidentiality, safeguarding and equality.

2. Administration, Monitoring & Evaluation 

●Work towards agreed outputs, outcomes and targets. 

●Provide written reports on work undertaken and other reports as required. 

●Ensure that all work conforms to systems and procedures of Respeito, partner organisations and funders. 

●Maintain accurate and up-to-date administration and caseload records, including records of meetings. 

●Liaise with therapist and other staff to arrange and coordinate counselling sessions with clients.

●Manage own workload, administration and diary commitments.

●Provide regular reports and updates to the line manager.

●Attend and participate in organisational meetings (e.g. with Board of Trustees) as appropriate.

3. Communications 

●Disseminate promotional materials through a range of channels and marketing tools. 

●Support the production of organisational reports and promotional materials. 

4. Training and development 

●Have a commitment to ongoing learning and development. 

●Keep up to date with policy and legal frameworks and procedures including: 

●data protection and confidentiality,

●safeguarding children and young people and vulnerable adults,

●health and safety,

●equality and diversity, 

●domestic abuse.

●Attend and participate in clinical supervision sessions.

●Attend and participate in supervision and team meetings. 

●Attend and participate in training opportunities as appropriate to maintain your professional knowledge and skills. 

From time to time, the needs of clients may change and the key tasks and responsibilities may need to be reviewed in discussion and agreement with the post holder. The post holder must always comply with the Data Protection, Equality and Diversity, Health and Safety, Confidentiality and Safeguarding Policies of Respeito and partners. 

Person Specification 

The post holder should have a very good command of Portuguese and English, spoken and written, be committed to making a positive difference to people’s lives, have relevant experience in working with families and individuals with a range of needs, and knowledge of domestic abuse and the needs of those who experience it. 

1. Qualifications, Experience and Knowledge

●Educated to degree level or equivalent (A qualification in a relevant field such as Community Development, Social work, Domestic Abuse Advisor’ Law or Psychology is desirable). 

●At least two years’ experience of working with disadvantaged individuals and families, paid or voluntary work. 

●Experience in developing and delivering client centred services. 

●Experience of providing advice on housing and welfare.

●Knowledge of working in partnership with external stakeholders and the third sector. 

●Knowledge and understanding of domestic conflict, abuse and/or violence and its impact. 

2. Skills and Abilities 

●English and Portuguese to a professional level. 

●Ability to build positive relationships with the community, families and individuals.

●Effective written and oral communication skills. 

●Ability to negotiate positive outcomes for clients. 

●Active listening skills. 

●A positive, non-judgemental, empathetic and sensitive approach. 

●A commitment to strengths-based and trauma-informed ways of working.

●Ability to remain calm under pressure and when dealing with challenging or confrontational behaviour. 

●Ability to research, analyse and interpret complex information. 

●Good Information Technology and Communication (ITC) skills. 

●Good organisational and problem-solving skills. 

●Ability to manage time and work independently as well as part of a team. 

●Ability and willingness to travel to different locations across London. 

●Effective networking and interpersonal skills. 

About ADI

ADI is the worldwide federation of Alzheimer associations which support people with dementia and their families. ADI was founded in 1984 and registered as a non-profit organisation in the USA. Based in London, ADI has been in official relations with the World Health Organization since 1996.

ADI’s vision is risk reduction, timely diagnosis, care and inclusion today, and cure tomorrow. ADI works by empowering Alzheimer associations to promote and offer care and support for people with dementia and their family carers, while working globally to focus attention on dementia and campaign for policy change from governments. ADI produces global socioeconomic information on dementia and publishes the World Alzheimer Report as well as a host of other publications.

ADI holds official status with the World Health Organization and routinely works with the OCED, UN, G7, G20 and other multilateral and regional bodies, plus directly with government ministries and key stakeholders

Each of our members is a non-profit Alzheimer association supporting people with dementia and their care partners. We can only achieve our aims if we work closely together with our members and other non–governmental organisations.

Our values

• Respect: treating all people affected by dementia with respect and ensuring their rights are protected.
• Integrity: transparency in our relationships with each other and our external stakeholders.
• Inclusiveness: reaching out and enabling all stakeholders to be represented and heard equally without prejudice or discrimination while celebrating and leveraging our diversity.
• Accountability: being transparent and accountable, as well as fiscally responsible and effectively governed, with a commitment to excellence in all our work.
• Cooperation: developing mutually beneficial working relationships and partnerships.

Job description

This position is full-time, permanent, and based in the ADI office in London. Some international travel for several days at a time will be required. Remote or international applicants may be considered for this role depending on circumstances.

Salary £26,000-£29,000 p.a. (London based)

ADI offers flexible working, an 8% employer contribution to a contributory pension scheme, employer-sponsored pension guidance, and a cycle to work scheme.

Main purpose of the role

• Policy: Assisting and strengthening ADI’s policy & advocacy work, supporting campaigns and engagement with multilateral bodies, including the World Health Organization and United Nations, and supporting member associations in national level advocacy work with government and key stakeholders
• Communications: Supporting the delivery of ADI’s communications, particularly where this intersects with policy.
• Advocacy: Supporting ADI’s campaigning and advocacy work, including the annual World Alzheimer’s Month campaign, as well as other ad-hoc initiatives.

Key tasks

• Work with the Policy & Communications Manager to deliver ADI’s policy and advocacy output at multilateral, regional and national level 
• Support policy strategy including the writing of briefing and position papers, official statements at World Health Organization, United Nations etc. Liaison with key organisations (World Health Organization, United Nations etc.) including setting up of meetings, agendas, report notes and managing action points.
• Preparation of presentation slides and speeches, predominantly for CEO, Deputy CEO and key Board members.
• Help build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders relevant to ADI’s policy portfolio, deputising for the Policy & Communications Manager, Deputy CEO or CEO in meetings where relevant.
• Assist ADI’s communication with national Governments, multilateral bodies and civil society partners including the drafting of official letters and meeting preparation.
• Assist in the development or press releases and other media engagement opportunities, working with the Policy & Communications Manager and ADI’s media agencies.
• Monitor and report on ADI’s coverage in the media.
• Work with ADI’s Digital Lead to translate and align ADI’s policy and advocacy work to its communication portfolio, through the development of blogs, emails, news items, social media posts or other relevant communication medium.  
• Support policy event participation and policy event logistics, including the managing and briefing of speakers, participants and volunteers. Plus representing and presenting on ADI’s behalf.
• Support ADI’s campaigns, including ADI’s annual World Alzheimer’s Month campaign. Generate content to support ADI’s publications portfolio as required.
• Any other reasonable task commensurate with this post as required by the Policy & Communications Manager, Deputy CEO or CEO.

Person specification

Skills knowledge and experience

Essential:

• Experience in policy and advocacy, including helping develop evidence-based policy positions and recommendations.
• Experience in preparing for and supporting stakeholder meetings. Fluency in English with an ability to analyse and write clearly and concisely about complex issues and to varying audiences.
• Strong project management skills, and an organised approach to work, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience in communications, including the development of content for diverse audiences on social media, webpages and blogs, newsletters and other forms of dissemination. Experience working with the media.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, ideally with proven experience of developing quality presentations for diverse audiences.
• Experience of building constructive relationships with stakeholders across multiple organisations.
• Ability to communicate clearly, sensitively, and persuasively.
• Ability to work on own initiative without supervision, manage a diverse workload, prioritise tasks and work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work well within a team.
• Ability and willingness to travel independently for several days at a time including internationally.
• Empathy with ADI’s aims and values.

Desirable:

• Experience working internationally with multilateral bodies
• A second major world language.
• Experience of working with elderly or other community organisations
• Experience of working for a charity or NGO

The Welfare Adviser will provide high quality specialist welfare benefits and housing advice, information and guidance to our service users, referring them internally and externally for additional advocacy and support as required, following organisational policies and procedures, and ensuring fulfilment of regulatory compliance with our Advice Quality Standard (AQS) accreditation, meeting the standards of quality in the delivery of advice services as required. The post-holder will work closely and collaboratively with other advisers, staff team members, interns, trainees, and volunteers as relevant, providing face-to-face advice, by telephone or other digital media.

Main accountabilities​

1. To provide LAH service users with high quality free specialist welfare benefits advice and guidance on income maximisation, that is accurate, effective, and tailored to their particular needs and circumstances.
2. Manage an adequate caseload of enquiries from LAH service users in a condition of extreme financial need, including those who are homeless  (or on the brink of homelessness).
3. To contribute to the development of LAH Advice Programme, which aims to provide frontline, one-to-one advice and casework in key areas of need for the community, including welfare entitlements, housing, employment and immigration.
4. Other accountabilities (Please refer to full job description document). 

To apply please complete the application form attached to this post and the equal opportunities form and send it via email. 

Are you passionate about supporting and transforming the lives of people who are experiencing homelessness in Hammersmith & Fulham?

About the role

We are looking for Support Workers (known internally as Project Workers) to join our Hammersmith & Fulham Pathway.

The services recruiting for this role are in the Hammersmith and Fulham Supported Pathway are:

• The Old Theatre – 12 bed female only very high support needs hostel based in Hammersmith
• Edith Road – 24 bed male only medium to high support needs hostel based in West Kensington
• Hope Gardens – 27 bed mixed gender medium to high support needs hostel based in Shepherds Bush

In these vital roles you will:

• Work with clients to identify their personal aims and ambitions and work towards achieving them.
• Provide practical and personal support to clients in an approachable, caring and person centred way.
• Work as part of a dedicated team to provide safe, high quality, positive and inclusive service to clients.
• Complete administrative records relating to client work, housing management and health and safety.
• Work on a weekly shift rota including early and late shifts, weekends and bank holidays.

About you

You will be supporting our clients on their road to recovery; aiding clients to gain necessary skills to move on from our services and into suitable accommodation.  You will work with a case load of clients, aiding them to gain necessary skills to maintain independence in the community.  The role is focused on supporting residents around their strengths and aspirations for the future.

To succeed in these highly rewarding roles you will have:

• An understanding of the issues faced by homeless or vulnerably housed people – you may have had personal experience of homelessness yourself.
• Experience of helping vulnerable people to identify personal goals and supporting them through a process of change.
• Good interpersonal and listening skills, to establish effective working relationships with clients.
• An enthusiasm to learn and work with clients with a holistic, person-centred approach.
• Above all we are looking for inspirational individuals who have a genuine desire to support people to transform their lives, and who will be committed to our Recovery Ethos.

We’d always like to hear from people who want to help transform lives. Not sure if you have the skills and experience you need for the role? Apply and we’ll let you know!

St Mungo's are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from all under-represented groups.

How to apply

To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document’ tab on the advert page on our website.

To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website.

Closing date: 10am on 26 June 2024

Interview and assessments on: TBC

What we offer

• Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities
• A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
• Great Pay and Other Benefits

Support Coordinator

We’re looking for an innovative, passionate, and professional individual with excellent communication and organisational skills to join our Stroke Recovery Service based in Wirral on a fixed-term basis.

This is a remote working role and applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed. 

Position: S11177 Stroke Association Support Coordinator

Location: Homebased, Wirral. However, frequent travel across the area will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings)

Hours: Part-time, 28 hours per week (flexible work available)

Salary: Circa £21,391 per annum (FTE circa £26,700 per annum)

Contract: This is a fixed-term contract until 31 March 2025. Our services are contracted, we currently have funding for this contract until 31 March 2025.

Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.

Closing Date: 23 June 2024. We reserve the right to close these vacancies early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application.

The Role

The service aims to identify and address the needs of stroke survivors and carers across the stroke pathway, by providing a range of innovative support solutions, supporting them to meet their desired outcomes.

The Stroke Association Support Coordinator will:

· Support new stroke survivors and their carers from hospital discharge into the community.

· Provide personalised information, advice and support.

· Support stroke survivors to make informed lifestyle changes which will help them to prevent further strokes.

· Work collaboratively with Wirral NHS colleagues and other areas of the community to make a difference to the lives of people affected by stroke.

About You

The post holder will have experience/background in:

· A caring profession ideally with experience of supporting people with disabilities.

· Setting up and running Communication Support groups.

This role requires the post holder to travel throughout Wirral to visit people at home and in community settings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role.

To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK.

When you click to apply, you will be able to see the full responsibilities and person specification for further

information on the role.

Please submit your CV and a supporting statement of no more than two pages demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience. Please state any preferences for flexible options in your covering letter. Applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed.  

About the Organisation

Stroke Association. Rebuilding lives after stroke.

When stroke strikes, part of your brain shuts down. And so does a part of you. That’s because a stroke happens in the brain, the control centre for who we are and what we can do. It happens every five minutes in the UK and changes lives instantly. Recovery is tough, but with the right specialist support and a ton of courage and determination, the brain can adapt.

We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it’s a team effort to get there.

We provide specialist support, fund critical research and campaign to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives.

We’re working to improve the diversity of our team.  Because we know that individuality leads to a richer experience for our people and better support for those affected by stroke.

We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. And we’re particularly looking to increase the number of applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities. 

Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help us rebuild them and join our team.

In 2019, we developed a bold new corporate strategy so that we can rebuild more lives after stroke and make a bigger difference to people’s lives. To help us deliver our strategy and make a real difference, we are looking to recruit talented people to a number of new roles. If you would like to support stroke survivors to rebuild their lives, we want to hear from you!

You may also have experience in areas such as Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service, Vulnerable Adult, Social Care and Support Officer, Rehabilitation Coordinator, Volunteering Manager, Care and Support Officer, Social Care Worker, Health, Health Care, Support Worker, Care Worker, Social Care Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Relief Support Worker, Support Worker Disabilities, Day Centre Support Worker, Rehabilitation Support Worker, Night Support Worker, Stroke Support Worker, Disability, Disability Support, Stroke.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Support Coordinator

We’re looking for an innovative, passionate, and professional individual with excellent communication and organisational skills to join our Stroke Recovery Service based in Liverpool on a fixed-term basis.

This is a remote working role and applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed. 

Position: S11178 Stroke Association Support Coordinator

Location: Homebased, Liverpool. However, frequent travel across the area will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings)

Hours: Part-time, 21 hours per week (flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares available)

Salary: Circa £16,043 per annum (FTE circa £26,700 per annum)

Contract: This is a fixed-term maternity cover until 31 March 2025. Our services are contracted, we currently have funding for this contract until 31 March 2025.

Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.

Closing Date: 23 June 2024. We reserve the right to close these vacancies early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application.

The Role

The service aims to identify and address the needs of stroke survivors and carers across the stroke pathway, by providing a range of innovative support solutions, supporting them to meet their desired outcomes.

The Stroke Association Support Coordinator will:

· Support new stroke survivors and their carers from hospital discharge into the community.

· Provide personalised information, advice and support.

· Support stroke survivors to make informed lifestyle changes which will help them to prevent further strokes.

· Work collaboratively with Liverpool NHS colleagues and other areas of the community to make a difference to the lives of people affected by stroke.

About You

The post holder will have experience/background in:

· A caring profession ideally with experience of supporting people with disabilities.

· Setting up and running Communication Support groups.

This role requires the post holder to travel throughout Liverpool to visit people at home and in community settings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role.

To fulfil the role, you must be resident in the UK and have the right to work in the UK.

When you click to apply, you will be able to see the full responsibilities and person specification for further

information on the role.

Please submit your CV and a supporting statement of no more than two pages demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience. Please state any preferences for flexible options in your covering letter. Applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed.

About the Organisation

Stroke Association. Rebuilding lives after stroke.

When stroke strikes, part of your brain shuts down. And so does a part of you. That’s because a stroke happens in the brain, the control centre for who we are and what we can do. It happens every five minutes in the UK and changes lives instantly. Recovery is tough, but with the right specialist support and a ton of courage and determination, the brain can adapt.

We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it’s a team effort to get there.

We provide specialist support, fund critical research and campaign to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives.

We’re working to improve the diversity of our team.  Because we know that individuality leads to a richer experience for our people and better support for those affected by stroke.

We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. And we’re particularly looking to increase the number of applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities. 

Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help us rebuild them and join our team.

In 2019, we developed a bold new corporate strategy so that we can rebuild more lives after stroke and make a bigger difference to people’s lives. To help us deliver our strategy and make a real difference, we are looking to recruit talented people to a number of new roles. If you would like to support stroke survivors to rebuild their lives, we want to hear from you!

You may also have experience in areas such as Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service, Vulnerable Adult, Social Care and Support Officer, Rehabilitation Coordinator, Volunteering Manager, Care and Support Officer, Social Care Worker, Health, Health Care, Support Worker, Care Worker, Social Care Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Relief Support Worker, Support Worker Disabilities, Day Centre Support Worker, Rehabilitation Support Worker, Night Support Worker, Stroke Support Worker, Disability, Disability Support, Stroke.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Job Title: Habilitation Specialist

Reports to: Services Director

FTE: 1FTE. Full time, permanent. 37 hours per week.

Location: Hybrid with the possibility of a remote base, but regular attendance at the London Office and within London would be required.

Salary: £42,000 p.a.

RSBC are seeking an experienced Habilitation Specialist to join our Services Directorate. In this varied role you’ll have the opportunity to work with children, young people and families directly, as well as developing and delivering training. You’ll be our organisational expert in all things Habilitation and be part of a wider team seeking to ensure blind and partially sighted children and young people can live their life without limits.

Who are we looking for?

Someone with a nationally recognised qualification in habilitation training for children and young people with a visual impairment. You will have significant experience of working with children and young people with vision impairment and additional needs, excellent written and oral skills, and good IT skills. There will be the occasional weekend and evening work for which time off in lieu will be given

In return we offer a competitive range of benefits including a generous annual leave allowance of 28 days (rising to 29 days after 3 years’ service) + bank holidays, an option to buy an additional 2 days of annual leave, Employee Assistance Programme, Perkbox, flexible working opportunities, 3% contribution towards pension, access to 24/7 GP, mental health care and dental advice via apps if member of pension scheme, season ticket loan. We are a welcoming, diverse and inclusive workforce and are a Disability Confident Employer. We also hold the Investors in People Silver Award.

For further details on the role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

Please apply by emailing your CV and a supporting statement which details how you meet the requirements of the role and person spec

Closing date: Monday 8 July, 9am

Interview: Thursday 18 July

To apply you will need to have the right to work in the UK. We do not provide any sponsorship.

The Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, all posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check from the Disclosure and Barring Service and 2 satisfactory professional references. Registered Charity No.307892

Do you want to work in a role where you can support people to rebuild their lives?

About the role

There is an exciting opportunity for a Support Worker (known internally as Project Worker) to join the Wix’s Lane Project team on a permanent, full-time basis.

In this role you will work alongside a specialised team to create and maintain an environment of support for clients with complex needs, including substance use, mental health support and offending.

We provide a client-centred recovery based approach tailored to the needs of the individual, we work alongside the Psychology in Hostels programme. The project is unique in its layout of 18 self-contained studios. We are a small and dynamic team and there is an element of lone working.

About you

In this role you will be involved in supporting six clients: carrying out needs assessments, Lead working using a strengths-based approach and offering support to maintain housing. To be successful in this role you will;

• Have a good understanding of the needs of homeless people, an awareness of the complex needs of the Wix’s Lane client group
• Be able to work in an empathic and boundried way with both men and women
• Have excellent written and oral communication skills enabling you to effectively advocate on behalf of your clients
• Help create an environment in which clients are empowered to build confidence and discover opportunities for positive change.
• Be able to work creatively whilst demonstrating good problem solving skills.

We’d always like to hear from people who want to help transform lives. Not sure if you have the skills and experience you need for the role? Apply and we’ll let you know!

St Mungo's are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from all under-represented groups.

How to apply

To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document’ tab on the advert page on our website.

To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website.

Closing date: 10am on 19 June 2024

Interview and assessments on: TBC

What we offer

• Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities
• A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
• Great Pay and Other Benefits

We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient IDVA to join our homelessness service in Kent.

£26,330.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week. Benefits include 25 days Annual Leave, pension schemes, staff discounts, healthcare and career progression.

Want to feel like you're making a difference? You'll feel at home here.

Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.

The role of an IDVA is to address the safety of victims and survivors at high risk of harm. IDVAs work with their customers from the point of crisis by safety planning and risk assessing using the DASH to ascertain the level of risk to the victim.

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.

What you'll do:

Manage client referrals, completing Dash Risk Assessments and obtaining and maintaining all relevant paperwork.
Building supportive, trusting relationships with clients and creating a positive atmosphere.
Knowledge of the criminal justice system. Understanding of Marac protocols.
Regular attendance at Marac and completion of all Marac referrals.
Support Customers to obtain Non Molestation Orders where needed and any other civil remedies available to them.
Working proactively with other members of the team to handle the service caseload and administrative responsibilities.
Attending all court and Case Management hearings with or as a representative for clients.
Supporting clients to set personalised goals in the form of a Safety and Support Plan.
Assisting in the recording and reporting of customer incidents.
Creating a safety plan with clients.
Developing productive relationships with partner organisations to improve service outcomes.
Adhering to lone working protocols and maintaining high levels of awareness in relation to the health and safety of yourself and colleagues.
Encouraging customers to attend relevant programmes when appropriate i.e Own My Life.
Ensuring Look Ahead Health and Safety policies and local protocols are adhered to at all times e.g. fire risk assessments, fire alarm checks etc.
Adhering to all other Look Ahead's policies and procedures.
Engaging in learning and development activity to increase knowledge and skills.
Undertaking any other duties consistent with the grade and nature of the post as assigned by the Service Manager.

This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead

About you:

Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement
Exudes a warm friendly presence and open behaviour
Prefers working as part of a group or team
Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement
Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organized
Able to apply the right balance of care and support dependant on the needs of the customer
Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments
Is confident with high levels of self-esteem
Is respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication
Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can do attitude
Ability to cope positively with challenging and diverse behaviour
Ability to adhere to Look Ahead's professional boundaries policy

What you'll bring:

Essential:

Previous experience managing a caseload

Desirable:

IDVA qualification

About us:

Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 120 services, providing support to around 6000 customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness, young people and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.

We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:

We focus on Excellence and innovation.
We are Caring and Compassionate.
We are Inclusive and Trusted.
We work in Partnership and are One-Team.
Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.

Day Opportunities Manager – working with adults with learning disabilities

Salary:                                up to £28,350 per annum

Hours: 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

Responsible for: Day Opportunity coordinators, seniors and support workers, volunteers and service users

We have an exciting opportunity to join Centre 404’s Learning and Leisure team as the manager of our Day Opportunities service.  This service supports adults with a wide range of needs to be active members of the community, increase their independence, develop their life skills and set themselves goals and achievements to work towards.

The post holder will be responsible for line managing the team who plan and deliver a broad programme of social and educational community-based activities.  You will oversee the smooth running of the service and be responsible for quality assurance while ensuring the identified aims of the programme are met. You will also oversee all associated administration, the recruitment and management of relevant staff and volunteers, and contribute to the running and ongoing development of the service.

The role will involve balancing multiple priorities, including strategic planning as well as hands-on work alongside the rest of the team, ensuring a person-centred approach is maintained at all times and involving people in decision-making structures. There is ample scope for personal and professional development.

This job does require you to be an experienced manager who has planned and developed sessions for people with learning disabilities and led and motivated a team to ensure positive outcomes for people using the service.

Centre 404 is dedicated to staff development and supervision and we will provide a detailed induction and on-going training and support. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and we are looking to recruit people who share these values. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced DBS check, proof of eligibility to work in the UK and two satisfactory references.

We are dedicated to providing a meaningful and rewarding work environment, as well as offering a range of perks and benefits for our staff to enjoy.

Centre 404 is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Charity ref number 299889

We're seeking skilled and dedicated individuals to join our team as a Service Manager for services working with 16 plus children and care leavers. In this role, you will play a vital role in providing effective leadership to an integrated and multi-functional team providing an assessment, support and move on to the young people we accommodate.

Your mission: to motivate and develop the staff team to consistently deliver a high quality and needs led responsive service to young people. Through this the overarching goal is to empower young people through the care system and in the development of lifelong tools they need to lead fulfilling lives outside the confines of traditional services. 

About the Role:

As the Service Manager, you will report to a Regional Service Manager and will be working closely to ensure the services meet our business objectives. You will actively direct the team in their day-to-day work to ensure your young people’s needs are at the centre of the support process and the support provided is personalised and of a high quality. 

You will be working within a strengths and recovery framework embedded within a trauma informed approach to meet the varying needs of young people experiencing a multitude of varying needs including offending behaviour and complex mental health. You will have responsibility of housing management and will work within the management team and internal SHP Central teams to ensure the service are delivered to the highest standard. 

About you:

• Experience managing staff working across multiple sites. 

• Experience managing accommodation based services with a variety of tenure and a knowledge of housing management and health and safety. 

• Your toolkit includes a track record in building positive stakeholder relationships and community networks. 

• Your approach is creative, analytical, trauma-informed and rooted in a strengths and recovery model. 

• You can creatively inspire opportunities for our young people to thrive and staff to develop to their highest potential. 

• A non-judgmental approach to working with complex needs young people and to promote a strengths-based approach and an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. 

• Strong team-working and interpersonal skills, maintaining a collaborative approach to delivering service objectives across work specialisms. 

About SHP:

We offer you more than a job; we offer you a chance to be part of a compassionate, driven team that's committed to making a real difference in people's lives. You'll have the opportunity to lead, co-create, and inspire change while enjoying a collaborative, growth-oriented environment. 

Join us in creating a brighter, more hopeful future for young people in need. Apply now to become a pivotal part of our dynamic Management Team. Together, we'll transform lives and build a stronger community. 

Important Info:

Closing Date: Sunday 30th June at midnight 

Interview Date: Thursday 11th or Friday 12th July at SHP Head Office 

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

Title: Cultural Strategist
Reports to: CEO
Location: London, Victoria (hybrid working)
Salary: £80k - £90k

We will consider part-time applications for a minimum of 3 days a week.

Exciting opportunity for an imaginative, insightful, creative, and visionary leader to steer a thrilling new phase of our work.

The Emergence Trust (currently known as The JJ Charitable Trust) was founded in 1992. A part of the Sainsbury Family Charitable Trusts, the Trust works with organisations to tackle deep rooted systems within education, economics, and culture (values, beliefs and narratives) to help catalyse a fundamental paradigm shift towards a truly sustainable future.

The Trust has a history of supporting environmental and educational initiatives, supporting social and community experimentation around regenerative and circular economies, and improving the effectiveness of literacy teaching for children with learning difficulties. The focus of our Trust is evolving and shifting to have a more all-encompassing focus on culture and the role that it plays in addressing the major challenges of our time, including the deeper human roots of our nature and climate crises.

In this role you will have the opportunity to catalyse change for a truly sustainable future, being responsible for collaborating on strategy and implementation with the Trustee board and alongside colleagues, but with large degrees of autonomy. This is a unique opportunity to meaningfully address the climate and nature crisis, whilst utilising your creative abilities and professional experience, and a chance to guide and steer cultural conversations as part of a supportive and collaborative team.

You will be an accomplished generalist, likely with a media background, but you could be an experienced editor, commissioner, advertising creative, philanthropy professional, academic, curator, publisher, or experienced social innovator.

With an instinctive drive to discover, cultivate and connect emerging people, ideas, practices, systems, and organisations, you will be experienced in business development, strategic thinking and managing initiatives that create new forms of meaning or deliver meaningful change.

How to Apply

If you have a passion for wanting to contribute to a more equitable, sustainable, and regenerative future, please click on "Apply" at the top to download a candidate pack.

For the first round of applications candidates are asked to submit their CV alongside a 1-2 minute video recording telling us about yourself and why this role interests you. Please send CVs and videos to the email address on Page 9 of Candidate Pack.

About you

We are seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to join our friendly events team at the British Ecological Society (BES). You’ll need at least one year’s demonstrable experience in delivering high-profile mid-sized events and conferences. You will need a high-level of organisation and reliability as well as knowledge of Microsoft Office, and experience of using a CRM and a hybrid event platform. We need a clear and concise communicator who can build and maintain relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders and diverse audiences.

You will assist the BES in the organisation and delivery of our events programme, including our flagship scientific conference, the BES Annual Meeting, which sees 1,200 ecologists gather from around the world and share the latest research.

About the role

Reporting to the Events Manager, the Events Officer will:

• In collaboration with the Events Manager, oversee the delivery of allocated parts of the Society’s Annual Meeting, Symposia, and other events.
• Use digital platforms to support event management and delegate experience -including the website, CRM system, conference abstract management system, Eventbrite, Canva, hybrid conference platforms, Excel, Microsoft Teams and Zoom
• Co-ordinate aspects of event planning including venue search, supplier liaison, catering and accommodation.
• Act as the main point of contact for exhibitors and sponsors, post-sales.
• Maintain and update the programme information on the hybrid event platform for the Annual Meeting.
• Ensure that any agreed branding from sponsors is delivered.
• Provide on-site support at events and go on site visits.
• Develop innovative and creative social media content and digital promotion for the Society’s events.
• Evaluate and monitor success of events portfolio, providing and implementing recommendations where appropriate.
• Evaluate and monitor EDI representation at BES events.

For more details about this role, please download the job description and job pack.