JOB DESCRIPTION 

NEW ARRIVAL SUPPORT WORKER & RESIDENTIAL VOLUNTEER (Male)

Responsible to: Support Team Manager

Location:                 Based in Baca main office and at home for newly arrived young people in Loughborough. There will be travel throughout Loughborough and Leicester. The role may require travel to wider areas of the East Midlands and the UK.

Hours: 25 hours per week – evening and weekend work with daytime shifts

Salary Band: £18,500 to £22,000 per annum pro rata

Benefits in kind: Rent-free accommodation, including Wifi, gas, electric and council tax bills.

Contract: Permanent 

Overall Purpose 

• To provide support and care to the young people who are newly arrived in the country, providing the foundations for them to rebuild their lives with dignity, strengthen their resilience and inspire hope for their futures. 
• To partner with social workers and representatives from other agencies, for the benefit of the young people.

This work is essential in enabling us to deliver our therapeutic support for all areas of a young person’s life.

Duties & Responsibilities  

• To be a support worker for newly arrived young people who are in the care of Baca in all areas of the young person’s life, supporting them from first arrival through to their move to semi-independence.
• To welcome new arrivals into the accommodation and communicate basic information about the house, making them feel safe and able to rest; with compassion without discrimination of age, race, colour or behavioural issues.
• To enable young people to achieve the following outcomes increased physical wellbeing, increased emotional wellbeing, improved personal safety, increased social engagement and increased engagement with education, employment and training.
• To enable young people to live with positive values and good boundaries.
• To be a proactive role model for the young people, enabling them to learn day to day living skills and helping them integrate positively with the local community.
• Training young people in living skills such as washing, cleaning, cooking and safety, food shopping and budgeting; proactively and intentionally in line with the Baca independent living preparation plan.
• Helping young people settle into a routine which will include education and social activities.
• Work in close partnership with social workers and other professionals and volunteers to provide a holistic development package for each young person enabling them to become independent.
• Maintaining very good communication with relevant members of the Rebuild Team and relevant social workers through regular appropriate reporting.
• To work collaboratively with the rest of the Rebuild Team to ensure all young people are safeguarded and supported to rebuild their lives.
• Complete and update all admin work as part of the role such as month end reports and support plans on time and in a consistent manner.
• Playing an active role in developing knowledge and understanding in areas relevant to the role and especially in the areas of asylum and refugee law, trafficking, supporting separated children and the cultures of different nations relevant to Baca.

General 

• Be a role model, leading by example in practicing the Values of Baca.
• Play an active and supportive role within the organisation 
• Take ownership of all administrative aspects of the role.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in relation to work undertaken and ensure all confidential material is stored according to Baca’s Confidentiality statement and Data Protection Policy. 
• Treat all staff and young people fairly and without prejudice, in line with Baca’s Equality and Diversity policy 
• Be aware of the correct procedures for dealing with any safeguarding incidences or concerns, in line with Baca’s Child, Vulnerable Adult Protection & Safeguarding Policy 
• Adhere to all Baca’s policies and procedures. 

Further information is available in the recruitment pack on our website. 

The closing date for application is the 9th of July 2021 at 12pm. The role will require an enhanced DBS. Interviews will be week commencing the 12th of July 2021. 

Start Date for the role is 1st of September 2021.

We are looking for a Project Coordinator to join our busy Affordable Warmth Team to work on our projects that address fuel poverty and energy efficiency in the home.

The Project Coordinator will be responsible for developing and managing NEPs new Green Homes Grant Local Authority Delivery Scheme and operations for NEPs other affordable warmth services. The position requires a motivated and intelligent person with a solid work ethic and track history of project management. You will collaborate with public and private sector organisations to ensure the successful implementation and delivery of projects. 

Resourcing Coordinator

We are recruiting for a Divisional Resource Coordinator for the Central division covering our services in the following regions.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a team that welcomes creative ideas based on sound judgement and experience and allows for growth and efficiency, supporting operational colleagues and hiring managers in creating an excellent candidate to employee journey.

As a Divisional Resourcing Coordinator you will be field based across 7 regions, responsible for coaching and guiding hiring managers in recruitment and selection activities. Working to KPIs, you will provide support and advice to operational colleagues involved in recruitment, ensuring consistency in processes to reflect best practice and Hft values.

Salary: £28,515 per annum plus car allowance
Hours: Maternity Cover, Full time
Location: Emerson’s Green, Bristol

What we Offer

With Investors in People and Skills for Care accreditation we are committed to investing in our teams to ensure they have the specialist skills they need. Access to the Hft Plus benefits package, which includes a great number of discounts and rewards across shops, restaurants, gym membership and days out, but also an Employee Assistance Programme, with telephone and face-to-face support options. Access to award winning training and development – Hft is one of only four charities to have achieved the Skills for Care ‘Centre of Excellence’ provider status. Annual staff award scheme – The Fusion Awards, and peer recognition through our GEM awards programme. 20 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays) increasing to 25 days after a year of employment (pro rata for part time staff). A contributory pension scheme & life assurance. Free DBS Check. As a “key worker” you will
benefit from government incentive schemes.

To be successful you will need to have significant experience within a similar capacity, including providing professional advice and support to recruiting managers. Demonstrable experience of managing and delivering recruitment and selection campaigns to a positive outcome is essential, as are excellent IT skills with experience of MS Office and the ability to gather, analyse and interpret data and draft basic reports. Up to date knowledge of relevant employment law is required. You must also be able to travel across your division which may include overnight stays.

Join us and help change lives.

Closing date: Friday 2nd July 2021

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

You may have experience or an interest in the following: Resourcing Coordinator, Recruitment Coordinator, Recruitment Advisor, Recruitment Assistant, Recruitment Executive, Resourcing Advisor, Resourcing Assistant, Resourcing Executive, Recruiter, In House Recruiter, Internal Recruiter, Recruitment Consultant, Recon, HR Assistant, HR Advisor, Charity, Third Sector, NFP, etc.

HWNN is seeking an energetic, enthusiastic, and experienced Community Development Lead to help us strengthen our mission to be the voice for the voiceless while delivering for the whole of our public in health and social care. If, like us, you care about inequalities in health and social care and would like to play an active role in being an ally to all those unheard or unrepresented at the heart of health and social care decision-making, we love to hear from you.

This is an exciting new post at HWNN at a time when the whole team is embracing new and innovative ways of working for HWNN to be the best it can be for our community & health and social care partners. You will be expected to promote and amplify the work of HWNN among community groups and partners while listening to and bringing in their concerns for HWNN to act upon them as appropriate.

You will be motivated, passionate, organised and a proactive communicator, with a track record of working in a community setting or working with communities among other partners. The role will require dynamic working which embraces the vision and values of HWNN in delivering for our communities, scrutinising the work of our health and social care commissioners and providers, and making a difference for our public and patients. You will be a self-starter with extensive experience in community work and partnership building who is at ease with leading and working with volunteers.

If this sounds like you, we look forward to receiving your application.

We are looking for an exceptional caseworker, with experience of working with vulnerable children and families, preferably from asylum seeking backgrounds. You will have a sound knowledge of the statutory and specialist provision for this group, as well as experience of delivering training and managing volunteers.

Nottingham & Nottinghamshire Refugee Forum (NNRF) is a vibrant local charity, seeking to provide a safe and welcoming space for asylum seekers and refugees. Funded by Children in Need, the purpose of this role is to help refugee and asylum seeking children access the services they need, in order for them to thrive, flourish and integrate in the UK.

To apply for this varied and interesting role, please visit our website to download an application form.

Deadline for applications is Sunday 4 July 2021

Community Engagement Lead (Maternity Cover) 

Responsible to: Business Development Director
Location: Loughborough, Leicestershire with travel as part of the role.
Hours: 22.5 hours per week including occasional evening and weekend work
Salary: £21000 per annum FTE
Contract: Fixed Term Maternity Cover (13 months)  

Overall purpose

• To develop and coordinate a community engagement and fundraising programme engaging with a wide range of people to raise awareness, increase our supporter base and generate income that enables Baca to achieve its Vision, Mission and Values.
• To expand and deepen the commitment of both existing and new community supporters in line with the Baca vision and strategy. 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Be a proactive and committed member of the team that seeks to lead on the implementation of Baca’s Community Engagement and Fundraising Strategy and its continuous development, in order to achieve our Vision and Mission in line with our Values.
• To actively participate in the development and the delivery of our communication strategy that ensures stories of hope, outcomes achieved by young people and opportunities to get involved are communicated in line with our Values.
• Work in close partnership with supporters, partner organisations, agencies and volunteers, ensuring excellent relationships are maintained and new ones are built and mobilised, through digital and in-person means.
• Lead on delivery of excellent supporter experience through long term stewardship.
• Work closely with the Leadership Team and the Volunteer Team to ensure the community engagement is developed and the organisations’ proportion of income generated from donations, individuals, CSR, crowdfunding and community activities, etc. are increased, to meet income targets.
• Research, develop, initiate and co-ordinate ideas for a number of key community engagement and fundraising events, including partnership events, in line with our strategic plan and fundraising strategy.
• Proactively work with all team members to gather young people impact information and case studies to be used appropriately in external communication
• Work closely with the finance team to ensure all income generated are accounted for accurately in line with finance policies.
• Analyse and evaluate all community engagement and community fundraising activities to ensure maximum impact.
• Keep abreast of charity law and abide by the Charities Act, Fundraising Regulator and General Data Protection Regulation in all community engagement and fundraising activities.

General

• Be a role model, leading by example in practicing the Values of Baca.
• Play an active and supportive role within the organisation 
• Take ownership of all administrative aspects of the role.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in relation to work undertaken and ensure all confidential material is stored according to Baca’s Confidentiality statement and Data Protection Policy. 
• Treat all staff and young people fairly and without prejudice, in line with Baca’s Equality and Diversity policy 
• Be adept in employing the correct procedures for dealing with any safeguarding incidences or concerns, in line with Baca’s Child, Vulnerable Adult Protection & Safeguarding Policy 
• Adhere to all Baca’s policies and procedures. 
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends, in line with the needs of the team.

Are you a natural leader and people person looking to develop your role in Mental Health? Creative Support are looking for an individual with a background in mental health and experience of providing support to join our vibrant Mental Health Service in Derby, Derbyshire. Based near to Derby city centre, the service combines a mixture of accommodation based support and floating support.

We are looking for an ambitious candidate who can help us grow the service and provide excellent outcomes for our service users.  The ideal candidate will have experience of working in outcome-focused way with a range of partner agencies and service users with complex mental health needs.

The service supports individuals to sustain their tenancies and engage with partner agencies to ensure they manage their physical and mental health wellbeing. You will take a lead on managing the day to day running of the service.

Your role will include:

• The supervision and line management of a small staff team,

• Assessing service users who are referred into the service and working with the Operations Manager to decide on suitability for accommodation,

• Advocating for service users and support them to overcome a number of barriers to independence,

• Reporting of incidents and safeguarding concerns and ensuring appropriate follow up,

• Liaising with Creative Support's housing management team to ensure tenancy's are well managed and sustained,

• Working closely with a range of local partner agencies including CMHT's, primary and secondary health care providers, other housing providers, education providers, and those who support service users into employment,

• Maintaining all recordsrelating to the service to a high standard and co producing support documents,

• Leading on all health and safety checks and embedding local health and safety polices

• Producing performance information for internal and external use.

• Providing direct support

A minimum of three years’ experience working with individuals with mental health needs is an essential requirement for this role, as is experience of supervising and supporting staff.

The service is based at Junction Mill and St Judith’s Court Derby with some further units of accommodation in the City Centre.

Benefits of working with Creative Support:

• Free 24/7 counselling and employee support programme,

• Competitive pay and a pension with company contribution and 28 days annual leave,

• Company paid enhanced DBS for all staff,

• All our staff are supported 24/7 by our out of hour’s teams

• Support to develop skills and qualifications in line with your role.

JOB DESCRIPTION SENIOR SUPPORT WORKER (CAMBRIDGESHIRE) 

Responsible to: Project Team Leader (Cambridgeshire)
Responsible for: New Arrival Support Worker & Residential Volunteer
Location: Cambridgeshire, England regular travel to Baca Office in                                                      Loughborough and Leicestershire 
Hours: 37.5 hours per week including evening and weekend work
Salary: £22000 - £25000 per annum
Contract: Permanent

Overall purpose

• To provide therapeutic support and care service to empower unaccompanied asylum seeking young people, some of whom are victims of trafficking, with dignity, strength and hope - inspiring them to become individuals who are net contributors to society.
• To partner with social workers and representatives from other agencies, for the benefit of the young people.
• To provide support, guidance and be an example to other support staff to inspiring them to be fully investing in the young people and developing their own skills and passions.

Duties & Responsibilities

• All responsibilities, as detailed for the Support Worker (see below).

Plus:

• Be a proactive and committed member of the team that seeks to establish the Rebuild service for unaccompanied young people aged 16+ in Cambridgeshire in line with Baca’s vision, mission and values, by working closely with the Project Team Leader, Leadership Team and the wider team of Baca.
• Be the Deputy Team Leader of the Support Team, supporting the team manager in day to day operations, in decision making and problem solving as part of young people service delivery.  
• To deliver young people services in line with Baca’s Theory of change, to enable young people to achieve the following outcomes, ensuring it is of the highest quality
  • Improved Physical Wellbeing,
  • Improved Emotional Wellbeing,
  • Increased engagement with Education, Employment and Training,
  • Increased Social engagement and
  • Increased Personal Safety. 
• Take the lead in decision making about young people’s progress and their transition to semi-independent placements.
• Be part of the Oncall team and deliver oncall support outside of work hours on a rota basis, which comes with additional pay per night.
• To ensure new arrival risk assessments are updated to suit the individual young person.
• Proactively participate in the training, induction and support of new support workers.
• Play an active role in developing knowledge and understanding in areas relevant to the role, and dispersing this knowledge to support workers in the team.
• Provide support and supervision for the New Arrival Support Worker & Residential Volunteer role.
• Facilitate the development and ongoing review of Baca’s young people support programme.
• Work in close partnership with social workers, other professionals and volunteers to provide a holistic development package for each young person enabling them to become independent.
• Organise and coordinate meetings where necessary to facilitate the achievement of above outcomes.
• Work closely with Baca’s teams to ensure to ensure that all processes, procedures and practises of the project are compliant with Baca’s systems.
• Provide assistance where necessary to facilitate work needed to ensure Baca’s young people accommodation are suitable for purpose and meets regulation.

General

• Be a role model, leading by example in practicing the Values of Baca.
• Play an active and supportive role within the organisation 
• Take ownership of all administrative aspects of the role.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in relation to work undertaken and ensure all confidential material is stored according to Baca’s Confidentiality statement and Data Protection Policy. 
• Treat all staff and young people fairly and without prejudice, in line with Baca’s Equality and Diversity policy 
• Be adept in employing the correct procedures for dealing with any safeguarding incidences or concerns, in line with Baca’s Child, Vulnerable Adult Protection & Safeguarding Policy 
• Adhere to all Baca’s policies and procedures. 
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends, in line with the needs of the team.

More information about the role and organisation can be found in the Recruitment Pack

POST: Data & Administration Officer

LOCATION: Derby

RESPONSIBLE TO: Head of Operations

HOURS: Full time 37.5 hours per week (flexible working available – part time considered for the right candidate)

SALARY: £18,525 - £21,671 FTE (depending on experience) plus 5% pension contribution

CONTRACT: Permanent

CLOSING DATE: Sunday 27th June 23:30 

We are looking for a Data and Administration Officer to join our small dynamic team to support in the collection and analysis of data across the charity and it’s social enterprises. Upbeat Communities works with Refugees and Asylum Seekers in Derby and across the UK. The team provides welcome support for new arrivals, language classes, health and well-being activities, and enterprise and employment training.

At Upbeat, we recognise the positive value of diversity, promote equality and challenge unfair discrimination. We aim to recruit the person who is most suited to the job and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Purpose of the role

• To administrate organisational databases and support in the collection and analysis of organisational data from across the charity
• To provide administrative support across the organisation including finance, operations fundraising and project delivery

Main duties and responsibilities:

Data Management

• Provide administration of stakeholder databases including funders, donors and service users
• Gather monitoring data from project leads for monthly dashboards
• Support the Head of Operations with the analysis and presentation of organisational data
• Support in the investigation and resolution of system issues across the organisation
• Support the Head of Operations in data protection compliance and GDPR
• Support with the development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems and tools to evidence impact

Administration

• Handle first line enquiries across all the charity’s communication platforms (telephone, email, website) maintaining good stakeholder relationships
• Manage information and online filing, using Office 365
• Perform administration and support for IT and communication systems
• Assist the Chief Executive and Finance Manager with administration support including generating financial and other reports
• Support in the efficient use of premises and manage purchasing, leases/ bookings
• Provide administrative and data management support to the charity’s projects and social enterprises
• Support the Finance Manager in the day-to-day management of the charity’s finances

Human Resources

• Assist the Finance Manager in processing staff wages, pension payments and payments to HMRC
• Support recruitment and induction processes for new staff and volunteers and undertake DBS checks where required
• Support with the improvement of staff & volunteer training and development
• Maintain accurate records of staff entitlements using our online HR portal

Other

• Make an active contribution to the overall work of Upbeat Communities through team meetings, staff training, awareness and fundraising events, and any other appropriate activities
• Be committed to, and work in accordance with Upbeat Communities’ Christian values and ethos, as well as adhering to all organisational policies and procedures

Responsible to: Support Team Manager  

Location: Based in Main Baca office, Loughborough and Leicestershire England. The role requires travel to all locations where Baca Services are delivered.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week including evening and weekend work

Salary: £18500 - £22000 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Overall purpose

• To provide support and care to the young people who are newly arrived in the country, providing the foundations for them to rebuild their strength, dignity and grow their hope for their futures.
• To partner with social workers, representatives from other agencies, community groups and voluntary sector organisations for the benefit of the young people.

• Through this service we aim to empower unaccompanied asylum seeking young people, some of whom are victims of trafficking, with dignity, strength and hope - inspiring them to become individuals who are net contributors to society.

Duties & Responsibilities

• To be a key worker for a number of young people who are in the care of Baca, providing high quality holistic and therapeutic support for their transition to adulthood, to enable young people to achieve the following outcomes in line with Baca’s Theory of change –
  • Improved Physical Wellbeing,
  • Improved Emotional Wellbeing,
  • Increased engagement with Education, Employment and Training,
  • Increased Social engagement and
  • Increased Personal Safety
• Playing an active role in developing knowledge and understanding in areas relevant to the role and especially in the areas of asylum and refugee law, trafficking, supporting separated children and the cultures of different nations relevant to Baca.
• To be a role model to all young people in Baca’s care, providing care and compassion without discrimination of age, race, colour or behavioural issues.
• Support young people in developing essential life skills in line with the individual support plan to prepare them for independent living. Training young people in living skills such as washing, cleaning, cooking and safety food shopping and budgeting; proactively and intentionally in line with the Baca pyramid plan.
• Support young people in developing their skills, aspirations and interests in education, vocation or hobbies.
• Be an active part of a diverse environment of staff and young people from different cultures and backgrounds.
• Develop excellent working partnership with social workers, volunteers and other partners’ to provide a holistic development package for each young person enabling them to become independent.
• Regularly review and manage the risks associated with young people.
• Actively plan, prepare and participate in all meetings and events that are related to the support of the young people.
• Develop and maintain excellent communication with all members of the team and all external partners and supporters.
• Carry out all administrative work required as part of the role such as month end reports, support plans on time and in a consistent manner.

General

• Be a role model, leading by example in practicing the Values of Baca.
• Play an active and supportive role within the organisation 
• Take ownership of all administrative aspects of the role.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in relation to work undertaken and ensure all confidential material is stored according to Baca’s Confidentiality statement and Data Protection Policy. 
• Treat all staff and young people fairly and without prejudice, in line with Baca’s Equality and Diversity policy 
• Be adept in employing the correct procedures for dealing with any safeguarding incidences or concerns, in line with Baca’s Child, Vulnerable Adult Protection & Safeguarding Policy 
• Adhere to all Baca’s policies and procedures. 
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends, in line with the needs of the team.

JOB DESCRIPTIONSUPPORT WORKER

Responsible to: Support Team Manager  

Location: Based in Main Baca office, Loughborough and Leicestershire England. The role requires travel to all locations where Baca Services are delivered.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week including evening and weekend work

Salary: £18500 - £22000 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Overall purpose

• To provide support and care to the young people who are newly arrived in the country, providing the foundations for them to rebuild their strength, dignity and grow their hope for their futures.
• To partner with social workers, representatives from other agencies, community groups and voluntary sector organisations for the benefit of the young people.

• Through this service we aim to empower unaccompanied asylum seeking young people, some of whom are victims of trafficking, with dignity, strength and hope - inspiring them to become individuals who are net contributors to society.

Duties & Responsibilities

• To be a key worker for a number of young people who are in the care of Baca, providing high quality holistic and therapeutic support for their transition to adulthood, to enable young people to achieve the following outcomes in line with Baca’s Theory of change –
  • Improved Physical Wellbeing,
  • Improved Emotional Wellbeing,
  • Increased engagement with Education, Employment and Training,
  • Increased Social engagement and
  • Increased Personal Safety
• Playing an active role in developing knowledge and understanding in areas relevant to the role and especially in the areas of asylum and refugee law, trafficking, supporting separated children and the cultures of different nations relevant to Baca.
• To be a role model to all young people in Baca’s care, providing care and compassion without discrimination of age, race, colour or behavioural issues.
• Support young people in developing essential life skills in line with the individual support plan to prepare them for independent living. Training young people in living skills such as washing, cleaning, cooking and safety food shopping and budgeting; proactively and intentionally in line with the Baca pyramid plan.
• Support young people in developing their skills, aspirations and interests in education, vocation or hobbies.
• Be an active part of a diverse environment of staff and young people from different cultures and backgrounds.
• Develop excellent working partnership with social workers, volunteers and other partners’ to provide a holistic development package for each young person enabling them to become independent.
• Regularly review and manage the risks associated with young people.
• Actively plan, prepare and participate in all meetings and events that are related to the support of the young people.
• Develop and maintain excellent communication with all members of the team and all external partners and supporters.
• Carry out all administrative work required as part of the role such as month end reports, support plans on time and in a consistent manner.

General

• Be a role model, leading by example in practicing the Values of Baca.
• Play an active and supportive role within the organisation 
• Take ownership of all administrative aspects of the role.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in relation to work undertaken and ensure all confidential material is stored according to Baca’s Confidentiality statement and Data Protection Policy. 
• Treat all staff and young people fairly and without prejudice, in line with Baca’s Equality and Diversity policy 
• Be adept in employing the correct procedures for dealing with any safeguarding incidences or concerns, in line with Baca’s Child, Vulnerable Adult Protection & Safeguarding Policy 
• Adhere to all Baca’s policies and procedures. 
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends, in line with the needs of the team.

Home Based in East Midlands

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a full time Casework Administrator to join the East Midlands Region (Lincolnshire, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire and Leicestershire & Rutland) at SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity.

SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, supports the person behind the uniform; any time they need us, in any way they need us, for as long as they need us. Every year, SSAFA helps more than 82,000 people from the Forces family to get back on their feet; those currently serving, reserves, veterans and their families. Support is there for people at any stage in their military career; from the youngest recruit to the oldest veteran – no one’s service is ever forgotten. We give hope, help and personal support for as long as it takes to get that person’s life back to where they want it to be.

About the role

You will be providing specialist administrative support, working closely with branch volunteers in order to ensure a consistent, timely, quality service is provided to SSAFA beneficiaries.  This will include supporting volunteer caseworkers, call handling, sign-posting and triaging initial enquiries. The post is home-based but you will need to be able to travel around the region once COVID restrictions are lifted. 

About the team

In this new role you will part of the East Midlands Regional Office team. You will be working closely with SSAFA volunteers across the region, providing support to administer casework for SSAFA beneficiaries.

About you

To carry out this role successfully you will be a team player with excellent organisational, customer service, communication, and IT skills.  You will also have experience of working with volunteers and the ability to handle welfare cases with sensitivity and empathy. You must be highly motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision in a home-based environment.

Knowledge of the Armed Forces and ex-Forces community would be an advantage but is not essential.

An excellent understanding of MS Office 365 (particularly databases, remote applications (such as MS Teams) and MS Excel) is essential). However, we will train you in the SSAFA -specific systems you will need for the role.

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 and to apply, please visit our website via the Apply button.

Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 27th June

Interviews: Week commencing Monday 5th July via Microsoft Teams

SSAFA is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to using the Disclosure & Barring Service.

If you wish to apply for any of our vacancies you will be asked to answer some screening questions before completing an application form and uploading your CV.  Personal data to progress your application for employment is covered under the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) Article 6 Section 1b and Article 9 2b and c. Your details will not be used for any other purpose or shared with a third party without your permission.  Data on unsuccessful candidates will be retained for one year from the vacancy being filled. If you take up employment with us, your information will be held for the duration of your employment plus six full calendar years. Further details are contained in SSAFA’s Privacy Statement on our website.

Working as part of the TLG centre team in TLG Nottingham, the Teaching Assistant post provides a unique opportunity to support young people experiencing educational crisis.

TLG Nottingham is an Independent School delivering alternative education provision that delivers tailored social and educational interventions for young people. As the Teaching Assistant, you will play an integral role in enabling young people to get their lives back on track, through delivering innovative programmes and working with the Centre Manager to ensure that the education centre achieves success.

You will be part of a dedicated team committed to helping young people progress. The role involves providing support to students in lessons, planning and teaching PSHE, RE and Citizenship subjects, assisting with the planning and delivery of lessons as a crucial member of the team, leading sessions as timetabled, and bringing excellence to the young people’s learning experience. The individual will also act as a link between TLG’s students, their families and the church community.

We are looking to recruit an individual with a strong and compassionate Christian faith. TLG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff including volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.

We would welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds to enable us to better reflect the needs of the communities we serve.

37.5 hours plus out of hours.

Norton House Stanford Hall (NHSH), Stanford on Soar

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a full time Deputy Housing Manager to join the Norton House staff team at SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity.

About the role

Norton House Stanford Hall is a large 8-bedroom home for families visiting injured servicemen and –women undergoing rehabilitation at the Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre (DMRC) Stanford Hall, near Loughborough. The Home operates 24 hours, which includes out of hours duty, on call, and the responsibility to manage this usually rests more heavily upon the Housing Manager, with support from the Deputy Housing Manager, responding to the residents’ needs.

The residents are the next of kin or main support network of their loved one receiving treatment at the Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre. The staff members work individually and as part of a team to provide the necessary support to the families in residence. The Deputy Housing Manager supports the manager to provide support and deliver outcomes for the residents at NHSH, therefore an empathic and holistic approach is required.

You will support the manage to ensure the smooth running of Norton House, so that our guests are able to enjoy a ‘home from home’ environment when they come to visit their loved ones at the DMRC.  You will liaise with the DMRC and other external agencies, look at local fundraising opportunities with the Manager, as well as welcoming and caring for guests during their stay.

About the team

The team is made up of the Housing Manager, a Deputy Housing Manager, a Family Support Worker and 2 Housekeepers.  It is a very close knit team that works well together and provides a great service for our guests.  Everyone is involved in helping to make Norton House the best it can be.

About you

You will be required to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to excel within this position. Proven experience of working with vulnerable adults, preferably including the Armed Forces will be crucial to delivering the service effectively with an ability and willingness to represent Norton House and SSAFA at local events. You will also be required to be flexible with working arrangements, including out of hours working and being part of the on-call system.

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.

Interviews: Will be after 23rd June 2021 [If you are invited to attend an interview you will be required to undertake an aptitude test / deliver a presentation as part of the selection process.]

SSAFA is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to using the Disclosure & Barring Service.