Support Worker

We are one of the largest learning disability charities in the UK, supporting 2,900 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: Up to £21,199
Hours: Various Hours available (full-/part time)
Location: Based in Ugley - Stansted and Bishop`s Stortford areas.

What we Offer

Apprenticeships - gain a fully funded Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care whilst earning, 20 days holiday increasing to 25 days after first year, automatic work-place pension enrolment, access to the Hft Plus benefits package (discounts and rewards across shops, restaurants, gym membership and days out), an Employee Assistance Programme, annual staff award schemes, access to award winning training and development

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.

Closing date: Sunday 9th February 2020

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: 91330

Support Worker

Oasis Community Housing Foyer, Thornton Heath Oasis Community Housing is a Christian response to homelessness

Salary: £21,600 - £22,600 per annum, made up of: Basic Salary £18,000 – £19,000 per annum, + London Weighting of £2,950 per annum, + Anti-Social Hours Payment of £650 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week working to a 4 week rolling rota with unsociable working including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

The Oasis Community Housing Foyer is accredited by the Foyer Federation to provide supported accommodation for young people experiencing homelessness aged 16-25. We provide holistic support, including one to one key work, Support Planning, Life and Employability Skills Workshops and opportunities for personal development. We’re seeking to recruit a Support Worker to join the team in providing support to young people across Stage 2 of the Croydon Youth Homelessness Pathway.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of our Service Users? About supporting young people and preparing them for increased independence? Do you have experience working in supported housing with young people and/or extensive experience of supporting vulnerable and/or challenging young people?

To join us you will need to demonstrate a holistic approach in relating to young people and an understanding of the pressures facing young people, particularly around homelessness.  You will need the ability to engage, relate and motivate young people, to use your initiative and work flexibly in a demanding environment.

In return you will benefit from a supportive, creative environment and have the opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills. We are passionate about our staff and believe in caring for them in the same ways we care about our service users. We believe staff are the foundation stone to the success of the charity and so we do everything we can to make sure they feel valued, supported, engaged and developed. We welcome applicants from all faiths or none, but it is important that all employees understand and sympathise with the Christian ethos of Oasis Community Housing.  We would welcome applications from male candidates as this will help us to balance our provision to Service Users.

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS Enhanced Disclosure.

Oasis Community Housing is an equal opportunities employer

Registered charity no. 1107554.

Support Worker

As a Support Worker you will work as a team in our residential home to support 4/5 young people in our clients care. You will follow individual care plans for the young people with the aim to help them move onto independent living in the future. You will support with their therapy, plan social and leisure activities, give medication and complete associated paperwork. You will be supported by a multi-disciplinary team including Nurses, Psychologists and Psychiatrists to ensure we achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people.

The role is challenging but also extremely rewarding and you will have the real opportunity to make a difference to therr young peoples lives.

Support Worker Requirements:

You do not require any previous experience for this role however we do require you to be compassionate , calm, resilient and to understand the issues and challenges their young people face. You should be IT literate as there is a requirement to update online care records. You must also thrive in a team environment and be flexible with the ability to work a 7 day rota, completing early and late shift patterns alongside 1 sleep ins (usually 1 per week) for which an additional payment is made. Having a driving licence is not essential but it is beneficial to help transport our clients young people to appointments and activities. The use of a house pool car is provided for this.

Our client operates a safer recruitment process and as part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

They are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community. As an employer we are also committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all their staff.

They reserve the right to bring forward their closing date, without notice in the event of high volumes of interest.

About Our Client:

Our client provides residential services for young people and young adults aged 16-30 years old who have been discharged from psychiatric inpatient stays or secure children’s homes. Their aim is to support the young people using an innovative therapeutic approach and least restrictive practice to enable them to live in a non-secure community setting and to achieve their individual goals in preparation for transition to adult life. Their “no restraint” policy allows for more respectful and thoughtful relationships with young people and avoids traumatisation and consequent escalations in risk.

Location: Warrington

Job type: Full Time, Permanent, 37.5 hours per week, Full and Part time opportunities available

Salary: £18,603-£20,344.82 per annum (£9.54-£10.43 per hour) dependent on experience

Benefits: 28 days holiday including bank holidays rising to 35 days with increased years service, Paid 2 week full induction before you start, Opportunity to complete your Level 3 Lead Adult Care Worker qualification, Excellent career progression, Paid enhanced DBS check, Enhanced Company Pension Scheme, 24 hr Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, Free onsite parking, Life Assurance, Online discounts, Refer a friend scheme where we pay £500 for every friend you refer, Annual paid Summer and Christmas parties, Length of service awards.

If you have a passion and commitment to work with young people and make a difference to their lives please apply now for a link to our online application pack.

Closing Date: 21st February, 2020

You may have experience of the following: Support Worker, Care Worker, Care Assistant, Healthcare Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Community Support Worker, Disability, Disabilities, Care Staff, Charity, Charities, Not for Profit, NFP, Third Sector, etc.

Ref: 91546

Recruiting for a Support Workers to join our Homelessness Service in Westminster.

£21,944 per annum, working 40 hours per week plus 25 days Annual Leave, Pension schemes, Staff discounts, healthcare and more.

Edward Alsop Court (EAC) is a psychologically informed (PIE) service for homeless men with a range of support needs who require on-site support to stabilise, and engage with treatment services before moving. This includes health, mobility, alcohol dependency, mental health and care needs. The PIE model at EAC promotes a reflective approach to support and staff training to understand the psychology behind people's behaviours. Specialist support is provided around re-offending behaviour, mental health issues, and substance misuse. Edward Alsop Court implements and promotes supporting customers out of homelessness, particularly those with complex trauma or a diagnosis of personality disorder.

The service sits in the heart of Westminster. Westminster is a high profile borough, with extensive network partners in ending homelessness and understanding of the needs of entrenched rough sleepers. Westminster offers extensive training opportunities and the service provides good work experience for psychology or social worker graduates. Edward Alsop Court Hostel works in partnerships with Westminster Council, The Passage, The Connection at St.Martin's, St.Mungo's, Turning Point, CGL, SLAM and other specialised services. The team works closely with each resident to secure appropriate longer term accommodation from the beginning of their stay.

Job Overview:

The post holder will work at Edward Alsop Court Hostel a support accommodation service for men with complex needs supporting men with complex substance use, mental and physical health and offending behaviours, and those who are nearing their end of life. The project offers 24 hour high support providing 79 bed spaces. Support is delivered by a team of Support Workers, Specialist Support Workers and Night Support Workers.

Key Responsibilities

- Undertake key-working responsibilities for a service-user caseload assigned by the Team Leader/Manager
- Empowering and providing holistic support to service-users with high complex needs, specifically; single homeless people with mental health and substance misuse problems, dual diagnosis and forensic histories
- Building working relationships with local authorities, health trusts the local community and local police to support our service-users
- To induct new clients in line with the service policy
- To complete onward referrals to identified move-on and support clients to prepare effectively for move on
- To support and encourage clients to undertake housekeeping and client duties as necessary in order to maintain a clean and safe physical environment
- Reporting safeguarding issues efficiently using Look Ahead protocol policies and procedures
- Providing support with daily living activities, including practical assistance where skills are not yet developed, to ensure that service-users enjoy a high quality of accommodation
- Advising service-users on benefits and financial difficulties
- Conducting face to face interviews and assessments to assess service-users suitability for the service
- Supporting service-users to set personalised goals in the form of a support plan
- Ensuring ongoing assessment and management of risk assessments with service-users
- Involving service-users in the development, design and delivery of the service
- Maintaining service-users rent accounts, and ensuring their rent accounts are managed and kept up to date
- Conducting Health & Safety checks
- Assisting the team in meeting occupancy targets by proactively preparing properties to be re-let
- To ensure that rental income is maximised by filling voids promptly and in line with the service's policy
- To liaise with Housing Benefit and the Department of Work and Pensions to ensure that clients and the Hostel receive all monies due to them
- To maintain a high standard of record keeping and keep all financial and administrative systems up-to-date and in line with policy
- Undertake any other duties consistent with the grade and nature of the post as may be reasonably assigned
- Adhere to Look Ahead's Policies and Procedures

For more information or to apply please visit our website.

Active Support Worker

Location: Camden, Islington, North London, London, Varied

Salary: £18,374.20 per annum (pro rata), rising to £20,298.20 upon successful completion of probation

Hours of Work: Range of full-time and part-time permanent (day or waking night) and flexible Bank opportunities available

About the Company:

Want to make a meaningful and lasting difference? Why not start today and join Centre 404 as a Support Worker! You'll get to see the direct impact you are making by offering people with learning disabilities the support they need to enjoy the same rights, freedom, responsibilities, choices and quality of life as others within the wider community.

As a Support Worker, you will provide support to children and/or adults with a range of mild, moderate and severe learning disabilities - this could be in their homes, at supported housing projects, at our Centre or out and about accessing exciting activities! Duties will include support with day to day aspects such as shopping, meals, personal care, and attending appointments, as well as with leisure, social and physical activities, hobbies and personal interests with an emphasis on helping develop skills, confidence and relationships.

Active Support Worker Responsibilities:

* Support to service users with learning disabilities living in their own home.
* To understand and adhere to the philosophies, policies and principles upon which the service is based.
* To work in such a way that allows the service users to be involved in day to day and long term decision making.
* To offer support to service users enabling them to build confidence, self-esteem and an independent life style.
* To support service users in the management of their own personal care in a sensitive way and undertake moving and handling duties as required.
* To adhere to safeguarding procedures and to remain vigilant for signs of abuse, taking immediate action and reporting all issues of concern with the line manager.
* To share in, support and involve the service users in all the usual domestic activities such as cleaning, shopping and cooking using methods of active support.
* Support service users to maintain good health and attend health appointments.
* To work with the service users in such a way that takes account of their individual, cultural and religious needs.
* To provide and participate in a wide range of social activities, including holidays, using integrated services.
* To act as a keyworker to individual service users.
* To support service users in the organisation of their regular Person Centred Planning meetings. Participate in and prepare reports for these meetings.
* To participate in the implementation of agreed individual plans, this may include structured teaching of skills.
* To liaise with families, advocates, other professionals, the DWP and outside bodies where appropriate.

Active Support Worker Requirements:

* Able to travel on your own and with service users to a variety of locations within and outside the borough
* Willing and able to offer physical support to service users including manual handling supporting wheelchair users, completion of household tasks such as shopping and cleaning.
* 5 GCSEs or equivalent professional qualification
* Aware of issues affecting people with learning disabilities as well as an understanding of health and safety issues as they affect service users
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Good IT skills with the ability to use Microsoft computer packages, the internet and write clear reports and keep accurate records
* Strong numeracy skills
* Able to work unsupervised and on own initiative
* Enthusiastic and motivated to support adults with learning disabilities

Desirable:

* Experience of working with people with learning disabilities, including people with high support needs or experience of working with a vulnerable client group
* Experience of working with people with mental health needs.
* Experience of working with people from varied social and cultural backgrounds
* Experience of planning support and activities for people so they have a fun, active and fulfilled life

Active Support Worker Benefits:

* Annual Leave entitlement to increase with length of service -after 12 months' continuous employment, increase to 24 days pro rata, 25 days after 2 years
* We contribute 3% towards your pension through the People's Pension
* We offer a token of gratitude for longstanding staff. Whether it is 5, 10 and 15 years of service, we really appreciate it!
* In-house training tailored to your role, as well as opportunities for external training courses.
* Opportunities to develop your career with a strong internal promotional culture and grow with us!
* Regular opportunities to offer feedback, make your voice heard, and to contribute to organisational actions and objectives.
* After 3 years working with us, opportunity to take up to 6 months

SUPPORT WORKER, SHERWOOD STREET CENTRE, MANSFIELD, FRWK03 £16,296 - £17,811 FTE, 37 HPW

The Sherwood Street Centre offers 24 hour supported accommodation for 15 individual with complex needs.

We are looking for a candidate who can communicate with people in a friendly and welcoming manner. You will need to be reliable and enthusiastic with an expectation you will be dealing with the public in a busy, often challenging service environment - experience of working in housing and homelessness or similar supportive environments is not necessary but desirable.

The main functions of these roles are;

• To ensure that clients and the building are safe and secure

• To build the skills and confidence of service users to empower them in maximising their independence

• To enable people to move on and resettle from the service in a timely and appropriate way.

• To contribute to the aims of the service

• To work in partnership with other agencies to maximise service delivery

What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.

Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.

97% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.

Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.

As a Disability Confident employer we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application.

CVs will not be accepted

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

Support Worker

Due to expansion our client is pleased to be opening a new residential service in the Bolton area and recruiting a full staff team to support young people.

Support Worker Responsibilities:

As a Support Worker you will work as part of a team to support 5 young people in care. You will follow individual care plans for the young people with the aim to help them move onto independent living in the future. You will support with their therapy, plan social and leisure activities, give medication and complete associated paperwork. You will be supported by a multi-disciplinary team including Nurses, Psychologists and Psychiatrists to ensure our client achieves the best possible outcomes for young people.

The role is challenging but also extremely rewarding and you will have the real opportunity to make a difference to young people’s lives.

Support Worker Requirements:

You do not require any previous experience for this role however they do require you to be compassionate, calm, resilient and be able to understand the issues and challenge young people face. You should be IT literate as there is a requirement to update online care records. You must also thrive in a team environment and be flexible with the ability to work a 7 day rota, completing early and late shift patterns alongside 1 sleep-ins (usually 1 per week) for which an additional payment is made. Having a driving licence is not essential but it is beneficial to help transport young people to appointments and activities. The use of a house pool car is provided for this.

If you have a passion and commitment to work with young people and make a difference to their lives please apply now for a link to our online application pack.

Our client operates a safer recruitment process and as part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

They are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community. As an employer they are also committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all staff.

They reserve the right to bring forward their closing date, without notice in the event of high volumes of interest.

About Our Client:

Our client provides residential services for young people and young adults aged 16-30 years old who have been discharged from psychiatric inpatient stays or secure children’s homes. Their aim is to support the young people using an innovative therapeutic approach and least restrictive practice to enable them to live in a non-secure community setting and to achieve their individual goals in preparation for transition to adult life. Our client's “no restraint” policy allows for more respectful and thoughtful relationships with young people and avoids traumatisation and consequent escalations in risk.

Location: Bolton, Lancashire

Job type: Full Time, Permanent, Full and Part time opportunities available (Full time hours 37.5 per week)

Salary: £17,550 to £19,012.50 per annum (£9 to £9.75 per hour) dependent on experience.

Benefits: 28 days holiday including bank holidays rising to 35 days with increased year’s service, Paid 2 week full induction before you start, Opportunity to complete your Level 3 Lead Adult Care Worker qualification after 6 months service, Excellent career progression, Paid enhanced DBS check, Enhanced Company Pension Scheme, 24 hr Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, Free onsite parking, Life Assurance, Online discounts, Refer a friend scheme where they pay £500 for every friend you refer, Annual paid Summer and Christmas parties, Length of service awards

Closing Date: 9th February 2020

You may have experience of the following: Support Worker, Care Worker, Care Assistant, Healthcare Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Community Support Worker, Disability, Disabilities, Care Staff, Charity, Charities, Not for Profit, NFP, Third Sector, etc.

Ref: 91264

Support Worker
Swindon, Wiltshire

Are you a passionate individual with an understanding of mental illness? Want to help provide a vital support service that empowers individuals during a difficult time in their lives? If so, this is a great opportunity to take on a highly rewarding role as a Support Worker.

About Us

Rethink Mental Illness is a national charity that helps those affected by mental illness. We aim to challenge attitudes and change lives. Currently, we directly support almost 60,000 people every year across England, helping them through crises, to live independently and to realise they are not alone.

Our Swindon services provide a residential based support service for up to 21 individuals with complex mental health needs. We provide compassionate, person-centred care and support that is tailored to need their needs and focused on positive outcomes.

We’re now looking for a number of Support Workers to join our Swindon team. This role operates on a 24/7 rota which includes nights, weekends and sleep-ins.

The Benefits

- Salary of £16,701.76 - £18,747.26 per annum
- Pension scheme
- 33 days’ holiday per annum including Bank Holidays
- “Your Rethink Day” – an additional day of leave for your birthday
- Paid eye test plus up to £55 towards new glasses or lenses (where appropriate)

This is a brilliant opportunity to support the delivery of an important service that paves the way to greater independence and higher quality of life.

You will have the chance to increase your experience with a leading charity that challenges the stigma, injustice and discrimination experienced by people severely affected by mental illness.

As an Investors in People Gold accredited organisation, we will provide you with the training and support you need to succeed in your role and make a real difference to people in your community.

The Role

As a Support Worker, you will provide a high level of residential care to our service users in Swindon.

In this important role, you will:

- Offer 1-to-1 and group care and support
- Participate in support plan reviews
- Liaise with senior staff regarding the effectiveness of support
- Enable and encourage service users to find out about local services
- Promote personal responsibility and self confidence
- Ensure service users’ needs are at the forefront of everything you do
- Contribute to the protection of individuals who are at risk of abuse and harm
- Support individuals to submit comments, compliments and complaints

About You

To join us as one of our Support Workers, you’ll need:

- A wide range of life experiences to bring an enabling and positive view of opportunities for others
- A positive image of self and the service when communicating with a clearly defined range of people on day-to-day basis
- A passion for care
- The ability to work individually and as part of a team

Some experience of the mental health sector or experience in another social care setting would be beneficial to your application.

Other organisations may call these roles Care Worker, Mental Health Worker, Mental Health Co-ordinator, Mental Health Assistant, Care Co-ordinator, Social Care Worker, or Care Assistant.

The closing date for applications is the 7th February 2020.

This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week on a rota basis including nights, weekend and sleep-ins.

Please note, this vacancy may close early if sufficient numbers of applications are received.

Webrecruit and Rethink Mental Illness are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

So, if you’re seeking a rewarding new role as a Support Worker, search your desired role via the button shown and apply. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

SUPPORT WORKER, TRANSITIONS SOUTH, NOTTINGHAM, PERMANENT, FRWK03 £16,296 - £17,811, 37 HPW

Framework is excited to be offering supported accommodation in the county of Nottinghamshire for young people aged 16-21yrs, who are homeless or vulnerably housed. 

We aim to move young people to independent living after a short stay at these services by supporting them to make positive choices and inspiring them to be the best that they can be.

We are looking for candidates who can communicate with people in a friendly and welcoming manner. You will need to be reliable and enthusiastic with an expectation you will be dealing with people in a busy, often challenging service environment. 

Taking a lead from support planners, support workers will help deliver personal support plans by supporting young people to complete daily tasks and learn new life skills on their journey towards independence. 

Experience of working in housing and homelessness or similar supportive environments is desirable for the support worker role

As these roles will include work across a dispersed setting in Rushcliffe, Broxtowe and Gedling it is highly desirable that you are able to drive and have a car available for work purposes, with business insurance.  Mileage allowance is available.

The aim of these roles is:

1. To ensure that service users and the building are safe and secure through regular checks and monitoring

2. To build the skills, confidence and aspirations of service users through empowerment and positive contact with them. 

3. To enable people to move on and resettle from the service in a timely and appropriate way.

4. To contribute to the aims of the service

5. To work in partnership with other agencies to maximise service delivery

What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.

Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.

97% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.

Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.

As a Disability Confident employer we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application

CVs will not be accepted

NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

SUPPORT WORKER, BRIGHTER FUTURES, OFFICE BASED IN MANSFIELD, FRWK03 £16,296 - £17,811, PERMANENT, 37 HPW

Brighter Futures is a floating support service working with adults affected by a learning disability, autistic spectrum condition or acquired brain injury. Through a combination of one to one support and opportunities to get involved in groups, activities and learning we empower people to live in the community with greater independence and improved quality of life.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about promoting independence and opportunity for our service users to join our team. Brighter Futures operates mainly Monday to Friday during office hours with agile working opportunities. We work with individuals across Nottinghamshire, with an office base in Mansfield. Travel expenses are paid, but you will need a current driving licence and access to a car, or means to travel to multiple locations during the working day, many of which are not accessible by public transport.

As a support worker you will hold your own caseload and guided by the individual support plan assist people to achieve their goals, all the while developing their skills and confidence. Excellent rapport building skills are vital, as is the ability to work effectively with the wider team. Good written communication and experience of recording support notes are also required. An understanding of the barriers our client group face as well as knowledge of benefit processes, housing law, debt support and any other issues related to a person’s ability to live independently are desirable.

What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.

Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.

97% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.

Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.

As a Disability Confident employer we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application

CVs will not be accepted

NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

Support Worker

As a Support Worker you will work as a team in our clients residential home to support 4/5 young people in their care. You will follow individual care plans for the young people with the aim to help them move onto independent living in the future. You will support with their therapy, plan social and leisure activities, give medication and complete associated paperwork. You will be supported by a multi-disciplinary team including Nurses, Psychologists and Psychiatrists to ensure we achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people.

The role is challenging but also extremely rewarding and you will have the real opportunity to make a difference to their young peoples lives.

Support Worker Requirements:

You do not require any previous experience for this role however we do require you to be compassionate , calm, resilient and to understand the issues and challenges our clients young people face. You should be IT literate as there is a requirement to update online care records. You must also thrive in a team environment and be flexible with the ability to work a 7 day rota, completing early and late shift patterns alongside 1 sleep ins (usually 1 per week) for which an additional payment is made. Having a driving licence is essential to help transport our clients young people to appointments and activities. The use of a house pool car is provided for this.

If you have a passion and commitment to work with young people and make a difference to their lives please apply now for a link to their online application pack.

Our client operates a safer recruitment process and as part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

They are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community. As an employer we are also committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff.

Our client reserve the right to bring forward their closing date, without notice in the event of high volumes of interest.

About Our Client:

Our client provides residential services for young people and young adults aged 16-30 years old who have been discharged from psychiatric inpatient stays or secure children’s homes. Their aim is to support the young people using an innovative therapeutic approach and least restrictive practice to enable them to live in a non-secure community setting and to achieve their individual goals in preparation for transition to adult life. Their “no restraint” policy allows for more respectful and thoughtful relationships with young people and avoids traumatisation and consequent escalations in risk.

Location: Stockport

Job type: Full Time, Permanent, Full and Part time opportunities available, 37.5 hours per week

Salary: £18,603 to £20,344.82 per annum depending on experience

Benefits: 28 days holiday including bank holidays rising to 35 days with increased years service, Paid 2 week full induction before you start, Opportunity to complete your Level 3 Lead Adult Care Worker qualification, Excellent career progression, Paid enhanced DBS check, Enhanced Company Pension Scheme, 24 hr Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, Free onsite parking, Life Assurance, Online discounts, Refer a friend scheme where we pay £500 for every friend you refer, Annual paid Summer and Christmas parties, Length of service awards.

Closing Date: Monday 3rd February 2020

You may have experience of the following: Support Worker, Care Worker, Care Assistant, Healthcare Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Community Support Worker, Disability, Disabilities, Care Staff, Charity, Charities, Not for Profit, NFP, Third Sector, etc.

Ref: 91113

Do you feel passionate about supporting young people to achieve their very best?

Are you looking for opportunities to gain experience within an energising and innovative team?

An exciting opportunity has opened up for an enthusiastic youth worker to join our dynamic team! This is well suited to an individual that is looking to gain hands-on experience in a thriving and supportive workplace.

Objectives:

You will work with young people, volunteers and partners to deliver programmes and activities to support and encourage 11-30 year olds. Working as part of a team within Yorkshire & Humber, you will work with clear objectives to 'connect’, 'progress’ and help 'transform’ the lives of young people who need us most.

Perks for working at The Trust:

• Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure the days between Christmas and New Year
• Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks full pay for paternity leave.
• Interest free season ticket loans!
• The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme!
• You can volunteer for and/or attend events! - music festivals, The Prince’s Trust Awards, active events etc.
• Generous life assurance cover! (4 x annual salary)
• In-house and external training opportunities available throughout the year!

Responsibilities:

• Supporting young people to develop their confidence and skills.
• Delivery of Prince’s Trust programmes (Get Started, Achieve, Team, Get Into, Enterprise, Mosaic and Awards)
• Supporting young people into positive outcomes including education, training and employment.
• Planning, organising and budgeting.
• Volunteer activity management.

Requirements:

To support our delivery requirements across Yorkshire & Humber, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from individuals with some of the following qualities:

• Can engage in challenges with optimism and resilience
• Is adaptive and flexible, ready to embrace change and innovation
• Experienced in providing one-to-one support and delivering high quality learning and development sessions through a variety of mediums
• Is a natural and effective communicator, passionate about delivering excellent customer service and making the right decision for young people
• Has experience of facilitating skills development in at least one of the following settings; Informal learning provision (sports/arts/outdoors), Education sector, Employment/Enterprise training, Digital learning provision, Volunteer training/management.
• Has a good understanding of the challenges young people within The Trust’s target groups face.

Please know that in The Prince’s Trust, Youth Support Workers are known as Prince’s Trust Executive’s. For more information, please go to our website.

To apply for this role, please go to our website. You will be prompted to create a profile if you haven't already got an account with us. If you need any assistance, please contact Claudia from the Trust's Talent Acquisition team.

SUPPORT WORKER, EDWIN HOUSE IPDU, NOTTINGHAM, PERMANENT, 37 HPW, FRWK03 £16,296 - £17,811

Framework Housing Association is the lead provider of drug and alcohol treatment within Nottingham City and is excited to be able to offer this unique opportunity in a brand new service.

Framework is looking to appoint a Support Worker that will provide high standards of care and support alongside Registered Nurses within its Inpatient Detox provision. The IPDU sits within the Edwin House service which is a CQC registered service located in Nottingham and provides residential and nursing care for people who experience health issues related to substance misuse.

Excellent communication skills are essential alongside experience of working with vulnerable people.

Please note support workers are required to work shifts over a 24 hour period, 7 days a week.

We offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan

What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.

Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.

97% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.

Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.

As a Disability Confident employer we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application

CVs will not be accepted

NO AGENCIES PLEASE.