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Job posted date: 23/02/2021
Department: Witness Service - National
Interview date: 15th March 2021
Locations: Birmingham Magistrates Court & Birmingham Nightingale Court sites
Do you have experience of working as or alongside volunteers?
Are you looking to develop your management skills or for a new challenge?
We are looking for someone who is a great motivator who thrives on leading teams to deliver positive outcomes.
The Role
As the Deputy Team Leader (Court Services), working alongside Team Leaders you will be responsible for the delivery of the Witness Service within your court/s.
You will share responsibility for the effective coordination and development of volunteers who support witnesses in their journey through the criminal justice system.
You will be responsible for general service administrative tasks within the courts, as well as inputting service data.
Who we are looking for
We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, who can adapt to and manage change. Someone who has administrative skills and is computer literate to a high standard.
We welcome applications from diverse candidates who can demonstrate transferable skills.
This post is subject to enhanced vetting and barring check.
You will love working with us because:
- We value diversity and equity
- You will be a part of a fantastic team who works collaboratively and inclusively, using cutting edge IT solutions to help us work better together
- You will be making a positive difference in people’s lives
- Your health and wellbeing is important to us, we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, including access to counselling sessions, both online and on the phone support.
- Your future financial health is helped by a generous pension scheme
- You can further your career with training and development tailored to you
- You will have access to an online employee support networks and forums
- Generous annual leave allowance starting at 26 days plus bank holidays with an additional 4 days off at the end of the year
- Opportunity to buy additional annual leave
- Generous maternity pay and shared parental leave
- 3 days paid volunteering each year
- Discount scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Inhouse mentoring scheme
About us:
The Citizens Advice Witness Service provides a vital service offering free and independent support for witnesses in every criminal court across England and Wales.
The Witness Service has over 260 staff and 3000 volunteers and offers free, independent, impartial and confidential support and information to 15,000 witnesses each month to give evidence in every criminal court in England and Wales.
Last year, Citizens Advice helped 2.6 million people face-to-face, by phone, email and webchat, and we received 25 million visits to our digital advice content. We solve 7 in 10 clients' problems, and 4 in 5 tell us that advice improved their lives.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented throughout Citizens Advice. We are a member of the race equality campaign at Business in the Community, the Prince’s responsible business network and are committed to improving employment opportunities for ethnic minorities across the UK. We also welcome applications from, LGB and Trans and non binary candidates.
We have made a positive commitment to employing disabled people and guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role as set out in role profiles.
We look for people to help us improve and transform our organisation. We can offer you the opportunity to make a genuine impact and create lasting change within an organisation that makes a difference in the lives of millions of people every year.
Team Leader (Employment Advisor Teams) WHP JETS
£26,250 - £31,250 per annum
37.5 hours per week, permanent
Ref: 21934
Location: Home based with the potential to do some face-to-face activity post COVID-19
Working across – Central England CPA 1 geographical areas include: Bedfordshire & Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire, Lincolnshire, Leicestershire, Staffordshire, Walsall and Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Herefordshire & Worcestershire
The Shaw Trust, in tandem with government and the broader employment support community across the UK is working hard to make sure we support as many individuals as possible to get and keep a job. We believe that everyone who needs help and support to attain their employment goals should be able to access it as soon as possible and that support should reflect their individual needs.
To help us in this mission we are looking to expand our employability services and looking for Team Leaders to work on our DWP Work & Health Programme Job Entry – Targeted Support (WHP JETS) Programme.
The WHP JETS Team Leader role is integral to the success of our employment programmes, to ensure our staff integrate in multi-disciplinary teams and work together to provide regular, high quality support to participants. The role requires an engaging, empathetic and motivating individual, with the ability to support staff to achieve day-to-day performance. The Team Leaders will develop and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders and ensure the effective management of staff caseloads in a fast pace environment.
This role is perfect for individuals with proven leadership skills and experience of leading and supporting customer focused teams. The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills, a solution-focussed approach, target driven and be highly organised.
Reporting to the Regional Delivery Manager, you will be responsible for managing and assisting the Regional Delivery Manager in the day to day management and support of the teams.
Shaw Trust operates on a national level with over 2,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers. We work with the government, local authorities, combined authorities, health service providers, employers, and other stakeholders – including the Education and Skills Funding Agency, Department for Work and Pensions, clinical commissioning groups and NHS Trusts.
The ideal candidate must have an understanding of the local and regional labour market and employment issues within Central England regions of Northamptonshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and able to maintain an up-to-date working knowledge of the benefit system and entitlements.
The ideal candidate will need to be inclusive and embrace our culture and values, putting those we serve at the heart of everything we do. You will consistently deliver high quality services to support our communities and beneficiaries.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Enhanced Pension Scheme after 6 months
- Life Assurance x 3 of your salary
- Enhanced annual leave
For further information and to apply online, please visit our website via the button below quoting the reference number 21934.
Closing date: 8 March 2021.
Shaw Trust reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.
Shaw Trust is committed to a policy of equality of opportunity and inclusion. We are Disability Confident Leaders, support the guaranteed interview scheme and use of the government’s Access to Work scheme. Living our values, we are keen to reflect the diversity of UK society at every level within our organisation. We welcome applications from all sections of the community including from people with lived-experience and/or knowledge of disability or social exclusion. If you have accessibility requirements and would like information in a different format, please contact our HR Service Centre to make alternative arrangements.
Victim Support is looking for two Domestic Abuse Programme Team Leaders. These roles are full time and home based with travel around England and Wales.
Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity for people affected by crime in England and Wales. We work towards a world where people affected by crime or traumatic events get the support they need and respect they deserve.
VS is looking to recruit an outstanding team who will deliver a transformational national Domestic Abuse early help support programme. This programme will provide specialist information and support, enabling people to act on domestic abuse as soon as possible and stop it from happening again. Funding for this programme has been secured for 3 years (to December 2023).
VS is recruiting two Team Leaders with excellent staff coaching and performance management skills, to nurture a Group Facilitators to deliver consistent information, advice and support to low risk victims of domestic abuse and those at risk of domestic abuse.
As Team Leader you will manage a team of Group Facilitators who are responsible for delivering group work to victims of domestic abuse. You will be responsible for supporting and guiding the team to achieve the required key performance Indicators, working closely with the Operations manager providing appropriate information and support. Completing regular 1-1 performance reviews and annual appraisals. You will also facilitate or co-facilitate some of the group work sessions.
Ideally you will have experience of successfully managing culturally diverse and geographically dispersed teams, including working with teams remotely utilising platforms like Zoom.
You will be highly organised, have strong IT and administration skills and be able to prioritise work effectively and manage competing deadlines.
You will have direct experience of facilitating group work and have an excellent understanding of the domestic abuse and services available to victims of domestic abuse. You will have experience of adapting services to meet the needs of diverse individuals and communities.
You will have experience of record keeping and data collection and you will be able to support your Group Facilitators to record, monitor and report on programme information systematically. You will understand the importance of confidentiality and safe working practices in accordance with safeguarding legislation and requirements under the Data Protection Act.
Victim Support reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a sufficient number of applications.
Victim Support offers competitive rewards and benefits including pension and life assurance, 25 days annual leave (pro-rata), voluntary benefits such as season ticket loans and the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing world-class services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.
Applications should be explicit enough to provide good evidence against the shortlisting criteria, which are marked in the person specification as (A). In order to apply, please create a profile in our website (jobs section), complete and submit an online application form.
If the vacancy has not specified the essential criteria for shortlisting, please use this section to express how your experience and skills are relevant for the role.
If you have the drive to make a difference within an organisation which makes a difference we look forward to hearing from you.
Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks will be required.
Victim Support is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment for our staff. We believe having a diverse workforce at all levels allows us to represent the communities we serve and connect better with people affected by crime. We welcome applicants from all communities and as part of our commitment to the we would particularly welcome applicants of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage. We also particularly welcome applications from disabled people and people from LGBT+ Communities.
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35 hours per week
Based in Birmingham
Job Ref: 963
We are currently recruiting for Lead Workers for our Housing Support Teams.
Our Housing Support Lead Worker Service provides housing-related support for Vulnerable Families in temporary accommodation, Single Adults and Couples & Survivors of Domestic Abuse. We support people to prevent the loss of their accommodation if it is at risk, or help them find/settle into suitable alternative accommodation. We also work with key strategic partners to help address other social related issues, such as benefit/welfare reform processes, helping to maximise people’s incomes, signposting to relevant primary and secondary health care services and more.
As Lead Worker, you will be expected to:
- Be motivated, committed and confident at liaising with other professionals.
- Be able to work autonomously, and as part of a team.
- Possess some understanding of the issues faced by homeless or vulnerably housed people and the difficulties they experience in accessing services.
- Have the ability to empower individuals to make positive changes and a willingness to develop these valuable skills.
- Effectively manage your own caseloads and time.
- Provide individual, tailored support, in accordance with the agreed support plan.
- Assess and manage risk.
- Maintain accurate records.
- Understand the importance of maintaining professional boundaries.
- Ensure safeguarding protocols are followed.
You will be part of a team reporting to a Team Leader and Service Manager. We will provide a supportive work environment and appropriate IT equipment, including a smart phone and laptop. You will have the freedom to manage your caseload as you see fit, supporting your service users to achieve the best outcomes for them. Working collaboratively with your colleagues and other agencies, you will receive regular supervision from your Team Leader who will be there to support and encourage you.
To download an application pack, visit our website via the apply link.
Unfortunately, we are unable to accept CVs.
Closing date: Rolling Recruitment
Interviews: TBC
We are an inclusive employer, committed to promoting equality and diversity in all areas of our work
Registered Charity
No. 1061582.
“To me, making a difference to people’s lives… there’s no better feeling than that. There’s simply nothing else in the world I would want to do. Take that leap, you’ll never look back.” – Registered Locality Manager
Discovery supports adults with learning disabilities and/or autism across the county of Somerset. At Discovery we believe in person centred support, with a big focus on delivering care tailored to the individual, and to reflect this ethos we have made some exciting changes to the way our teams work. This has created new vacancies for experienced, ambitious registered managers to join us in the beautiful county of Somerset and to lead, mentor and develop a dedicated team of Support Workers to achieve our vision of better lives for more people.
Why choose Discovery?
Discovery are a not-for-profit enterprise committed to developing and rewarding our colleagues. So, if you are right for this role, we will offer:
- A salary of between £32,250 to £37,000 per annum (based on 37.5 hrs per week)
- A relocation package of up to £6000 and a generous welcome payment of up to £2500.
- Up to 35 days’ annual leave entitlement (including bank holidays)
- Access to discounts on high street shopping, cinema tickets and meals out
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Pension scheme, Long Service Awards and Life Assurance.
What will I be doing?
As a Locality Manager you will lead from the front, providing a positive example to your team of good practice, ensuring that all within your team support people to be the best they can possibly be. Our Locality Managers our accountable for ensuring they facilitate and lead a safe practice, ensuring high quality support which meets all organisational and statutory requirements, and complies with both CQC and Discovery Guidelines. Whilst also managing their budgets and delivering on partnership commitments within their community.
For a full list of what you could soon be a part of, please review our attached job description.
What will I need?
Above all Locality Managers need to be committed to making a difference to the lives of the people we support, and be able to demonstrate our organisational values. In addition, you will need:
- Experience of working with people who have learning disabilities or autism.
- Experience of leading, developing and mentoring a team
- A level 4 Leadership and Management for Care qualification (or equivalent) or be willing to undertake and complete this qualification within 18 months.
- Knowledge and understanding of CQC guidelines and relevant legislation.
Further details on the Person Specification can be found in the attached document.
Sound like what you have been looking for? APPLY NOW!
Interviews will be held on 17 March via Microsoft Teams.
If you would like to be a part of our welcoming team here at Discovery, please apply by clicking the button below – upload your CV and a covering letter explaining how you meet the requirements in the person specification. We will then be in touch.
Please note:
- This role requires an enhanced DBS Disclosure, which will be obtained for you by Discovery.
- Discovery is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. We welcome applications from people from Black, Asian and Ethnic Minority backgrounds.
- Discovery are Disability Confident Committed and we guarantee to interview all applicants who let us know they have a disability and meet the minimum essential criteria for this role. Discovery has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees. As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application in our offices using assistive technology.
Other organisations may call this role Residential Home Manager, Residential Home Supervisor, Care Home Manager, Care Home Supervisor, Social Care Manager, Team Manager, Registered Care Manager, Care Operations Manager, House Manager, Service Manager or Locality Manager.
At Ronald McDonald House Charities UK we build and run Houses that provide a ‘home away from home’ for families who have a sick child in hospital. To do this, we recognise the importance of having strong support in our House teams.
We are excited to be able to offer a position to the right candidate at our Ronald McDonald House situated next to Birmingham Children’s Hospital. We are looking for a Deputy House Manager who is self-motivated, enjoys working as part of a team and will share our vision of wanting to keep families close to their sick child. You will have a proven track record of line management as you will be responsible for the management and development of the Front of House Team in creating a safe and welcoming environment for our families to stay in during difficult times.
You will be a proactive and positive individual with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills with the welfare and wellbeing of the families and staff at the forefront of all your work. The role is diverse and duties include management of the day-to-day tasks associated with communal living, ensuring the premises are well-maintained, supervising employees, volunteers and other visitors. Managing office tasks and all administrative matters including computerised and manual systems and keeping up-to-date with matters of governance and compliance.
This is a great opportunity for someone with experience of supporting families and managing a team who wants a job, which is creative, rewarding and makes a difference.
The Candidate Pack will provide you with more information about the role, remuneration and how to apply. Closing date for applications is midnight on the 28th February 2021.
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Registered Residential Care Home Manager / Mental Health
Location: Bartley Green, Birmingham
Salary: £30,191 plus additional on- call allowance and sleep in allowance.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Are you a natural leader, able to facilitate recovery activities, passionate about mental health and able to motivate others?
Do you have an interest in working with those who experience mental health distress who are living in a Residential Care Home?
Our client is a leading provider of mental health services in Birmingham and the West Midlands. They are currently looking for an experienced Residential Care Home Manager to join their forward thinking and innovative team.
At their registered residential care home in Bartley Green, our client provides a high level of support for up to seven adults who are experiencing mental health problems. Here they support people who have more complex mental health needs, including people with dual diagnoses.
In this post, you will be responsible for the day to day management of the Registered Care Home, in line with the standards set by the Care Quality Commission, and our client’s funders.
You will ensure that the appropriate level of provision of services to service users is maintained. Leading a skilled team, you will take responsibility for the assessment of peoples’ skills, needs and wishes, and the coordination of support packages, with the twin objectives of creating conditions conducive to recovery, and improving service user’s ability to lead an ordinary life and to be part of their community.
The successful candidate will have previous management / supervisory experience in the care field and an NVQ Level 3 in Care and an equivalent Management qualification. You must be committed to recovery based practice and able to demonstrate a positive and enabling attitude towards people recovering from severe mental distress.
If you wish to apply please provide a detailed explanation of how you feel that you meet each of the values, attributes and experience required for these positions.
Benefits include an attractive defined contribution pension scheme, Paycare which offers employees affordable cover for a range of healthcare treatments, an Employee Assistance Programme which includes free counselling and a comprehensive training programme.
Our client’s people are key to the success of the organisation and they are recognised as both a Mindful Employer as well as achieving Gold standard success in Investors in People. They welcome applications from people who have experienced mental health difficulties.
The closing date for applications is 21st February 2021
Interviews will take place on 2nd and 5th March 2021
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Do you have experience working within a domestic abuse setting? Do you have experience delivering psycho-social interventions with vulnerable people who have complex mental health needs?
Drive Project is service providing intensive intervention with high-harm and serial domestic abuse perpetrators to challenge behaviour, to disrupt and prevent abuse. Right now we are looking for someone new to join us in a new role – this is a chance to make a real difference.
The Specialist Case Manager (domestic abuse with mental health specialism) is an integral role providing one-to-one mental health interventions to support the service user to embark on their recovery journey, and to then safely introduce domestic abuse intervention alongside ongoing mental health support to meet the dual need. You will also offer advice to other Case Managers from your area of specialism in mental health.
You must have experience delivering mental health interventions, not just triaging. Experience working within a Mental Health Team or other frontline mental health service is desired.
You will receive 12 days High Harm Domestic Abuse training and an opportunity to complete an OCN qualification, fully funded by Drive Project, if in post before the training dates (April and May).
This is an exciting and innovative role that will provide an enhanced level of case intervention to overcome barriers to engagement so that we can meet dual needs and improve victim and child safety and welfare through working in an integrative approach with perpetrators. The Specialist Case Manager role is a new role, created in response to identified need. As such, this opportunity will offer the successful candidate a chance to be involved in developing this post and assessing how it supports the delivery of the Drive Project model.
If you have delivered mental health support and domestic abuse support and want to join a growing and developing project to improve the lives of vulnerable persons apply now by submitting your CV and Supporting Statement – you may not be considered without attaching both of these documents. Previous applicants need not apply.
This is a full time post for 37.5 hours per week.
This is a fixed term post until 31st December 2021, with potential for a permanent position to follow.
The salary for this post is £26,639 per annum, pro rata.
This is a rolling recruitment process, shortlisted candidates will be interviewed as and when they apply.
So, get inspired today and visit our website and take the first steps towards a more fulfilling career.
Apply now via our website.
Richmond Fellowship is part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence. We know that recovery can look and feel very different to each and every one of us. But we also know that if we provide the right support, at the right time, we can inspire recovery nationwide and that recovery is possible for everyone.
We’re recruiting a Volunteer Coordinator to join our team in Wolverhampton, leading on the development and management of the Good Shepherd’s volunteering and mentoring programme and corporate volunteer offer.
We have a great team of volunteers, fantastic links with the local community, and a service user volunteer programme already in place and want to expand and develop them as we grow as a charity.
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NO CV'S, FULL APPLICATION PACK MUST BE COMPLETED.
Safe Haven Practitioner– Worcestershire
1 x 14hrs per week (£11.17 per hour)
Can you offer you a listening ear, support, and information to help others manage through the difficult times?
The Safe Haven is based in Redditch town centre and provides emotional support to individuals who are experiencing high levels of mental health distress. Support is delivered both over the phone and face-to-face so practitioners must have the skills and ability to switch between both methods.
In addition to providing that safe space to talk, we work with callers to create wellness plans that support them to identify triggers and coping mechanisms. We also provide tailored signposting information and onwards referrals where appropriate.
The Safe Haven operates Monday – Friday 6pm – 1am, Sat – Sun 9am – 1am 365 days of the year. Shifts are worked on a rota basis across the 7 days of the week. These two posts are to be worked 6pm-1am.
Further information about the Safe Haven can be found on our website.
Interviews are being arranged as suitable applications are received.
Previous applicants need not reapply.
The next step:
If you feel this position is right for you please complete the Application Form and Equality and Monitoring Form.
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The Disability Resource Centre (DRC) is one of the leading disability organisations operating in Birmingham, Solihull and the wider West Midlands.
Our mission is ‘to build a sustainable business to empower disabled people to take control of their own lives and to actively seek out opportunities to achieve their full potential as individuals in mainstream society’. This is at the heart of everything we do.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our forward-thinking organisation to lead and manage the effective delivery of Advice, Guidance and Wellbeing services and funded programmes, supporting disabled people and those with long term health conditions. We are seeking an enthusiastic and results-driven candidate with a proven track record in overseeing the successful delivery of Advice, Guidance and Wellbeing services; including management experience of working with Social Services and /or Health Service departments and teams.
As well as workforce planning, resourcing and monitoring of key service functions and ensuring services are actively marketed and promoted in line with DRC’s marketing and branding requirements, candidates will be expected to provide written and statistical reports to the Board of Directors and external partners and funders, when required.
Candidates must hold a Degree qualification or equivalent, Counselling qualification level 3 or above; a relevant leadership or management qualification and/or NQF Level 3 in advice and guidance (IAG) or equivalent is desirable.
For further information and details on how to apply, please visit our website.
Closing date: Friday, 26th February 2021.
Please note that the Disability Resource Centre is committed to equality and diversity.
Home based with travel across North West England, West Midlands & Wales*
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Volunteer Development Manager West to join the Volunteer Operations Directorate at SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity.
SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, has been providing lifelong support to our Forces and their families since 1885. Last year our teams of volunteers and employees helped more than 85,000 people in need, from Second World War veterans to young men and women who have served in more recent conflicts, and their families.
SSAFA understands that behind every uniform is a person. We are here for that person – any time they need us, in any way they need us, for as long as they need us.
About the role
The Volunteer Development Manager is a regional role, sitting within the national Volunteer Operations Directorate. The Volunteer Development Team are tasked with implementing volunteering good practice through supporting SSAFA branches to attract, recruit, induct, support and celebrate volunteers.
As Volunteer Development Manager West you will be primarily dedicated to supporting 22 SSAFA branches within the North West England, West Midlands and Wales region. SSAFA branches are local operating units, predominately run by volunteers, focused on delivering support to beneficiaries.
The Volunteer Development Manager West will be the regional subject matter expert on volunteering. Using your skills and knowledge you will grow capacity within the region to ensure volunteering numbers remain stable, volunteers feel valued and SSAFA attract a diverse base of volunteers.
Only candidates living within the named region will be considered as regular travel is required. The role is home based, and a company car is provided.
*West Region covers: Wales, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Warwickshire, West Midlands, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Merseyside, Lancashire, Cumbria and Isle of Man.
About the team
The Volunteer Development Team are a newly formed team, developed as part of SSAFA’s investment in volunteering. The team consists of three Volunteer Development Managers and one Volunteer Development Manager: Team Leader.
About you
Proven experience of implementing volunteering good practice, working with & celebrating volunteers over a geographical area and demonstrable experience of managing the recruitment lifecycle for volunteers is essential to carry out this role. Also, a commitment to diversity and inclusion whilst embodying SSAFA values are core enabling the brand new role to achieve the team’s objectives.
SSAFA is an employer that values the diversity of its workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
No agencies please. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate and no fees will be payable.
For further information
To apply, visit SSAFA website.
Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 14 March 2021
Interviews: Tuesday 23 March 2021
SSAFA is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to using the Disclosure & Barring Service.
Would you like to make a difference in children's' lives, be part of our dynamic team and embark on a learning journey with a service that is passionate about seeing positive change in the fight against trafficking and modern slavery in the UK?
This role is an Independent Child Trafficking Guardian.
Purpose:
Guardians work in the best interests of children to be an independent source of advice for children who have been trafficked, to speak up on their behalf and help them orientate around social welfare, immigration and criminal justice systems.
Posts Available:
* Midlands - covering East and West Midlands, Gloucestershire, Bedfordshire and Bristol
* Wales
* London - covering all London boroughs
* South - covering Hampshire and Isle of Wight, Kent, Surrey and Essex
* North - covering Greater Manchester, Lancashire, Merseyside, West and North Yorkshire
Location of Post : Home Based with extensive travel around the regions
Independent Child Trafficking Guardians work to...
* Support children through direct work; enabling them to navigate complex systems, such as social care, immigration and criminal justice as well as health and education
* Support professionals in identification and appropriate safeguarding of children and young people who have experienced exploitation including knowledge around the NRM.
* Act as an independent advocate working at all times in the child's best interest and promoting their well-being.
* Build relationships of trust with children and support them and the professionals working with them to keep them safe and reduce the risk of missing and re-trafficking.
* Ensure that every child in the service has been referred into the National Referral Mechanism.
* Assist (where appropriate) in enabling the child to obtain legal or other advice, assistance and representation, including (where necessary) by appointing and instructing legal representatives to act on the child's behalf.
* Enable children to safely access education, training and growth opportunities.
* Support children to engage in therapeutic direct work sessions to promote their recovery and social and emotional literacy.
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We are recruiting a full time (35 hrs per week) Key Worker to lead on a new and exciting project working with people who’ve experienced homelessness and have been involved with the criminal justice system. The projects aim is to develop best practice, improve the local response and involve people with lived experience to create a service user led forum. The post holder will work with a small caseload of service users providing support to help them identify their strengths, goals, and aspirations.
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Support Coordinator
This is an exciting opportunity to join the service in Sandwell. We’re looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and well organised individual to join the team in leading and delivering a Stroke Recovery Service across the region.
Position: Stroke Association Support Coordinator
Location: Home based, Sandwell with extensive travel across the area
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: Circa £23,100 per annum
Contract: Our services are contracted; we currently have funding for this contract until 30 June 2021.
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, season ticket loan, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.
Closing Date: 12 March 2021
Interview Date: 26 March 2021
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic interviews may be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application
The Role
Reporting to the Stroke Association Support Manager, the Stroke Association Support Coordinator will work with the local Health and Social Care services to receive referrals and support stroke survivors and their carers. You’ll provide personalised information, advice and support with regular reviews throughout.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Working with the local Health and Social services to receive referrals to support stroke survivors and their careers
- Providing personalised information, advice and support
- Completing Needs Assessments with stroke survivors and supporting them to develop a stroke recovery plan
- Providing regular reviews to support people in establishing and achieving their own personal goals
About You
As Support Coordinator you will:
- Have a background in a caring and/or charity profession supporting people with disabilities.
- Be able to demonstrate previous experience of working collaboratively with other organisations to achieve joint ambitions.
- Have experience being solely responsible for the delivery of a project or service.
- Have the ability to use basic Microsoft system.
This role is home based, but extensive travel is required across the local area and occasionally further afield.
The use of a car with business use cover and the ability to drive is essential to be able to fulfil the requirements of the role.
You will be asked to submit your CV and a Covering Letter 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.
In return…
This is an exciting opportunity to work with stroke survivors and their families to support them following stroke and to raise stroke awareness in the local population. We offer a host of amazing benefits and flexible working options, with opportunities to progress your career.
About the Organisation
Stroke Association. Rebuilding lives after stroke.
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. Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help us rebuild them and join our team.
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.