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1. Job Purpose
The Senior Mental Health Support Worker will provide time-limited, one-to-one emotional and practical support to individuals experiencing low to moderate mental health challenges, including those with complex needs. This role involves conducting initial referral needs and risk assessments, developing personalised support plans, and delivering face-to-face, remote, and, in rare cases, home-based support.
The postholder will also take a lead role in supporting and supervising 1-1 Support Buddy volunteers, ensuring they are well-trained, supported, and delivering high-quality interventions. Additionally, the role requires managing complex cases, offering tailored interventions, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care pathways are in place.
The successful candidate will be a compassionate and skilled professional with a strong commitment to empowering service users, improving mental health and well-being, and ensuring individuals receive the right support at the right time.
2. Main Duties and Responsibilities
Client Assessment and Support Planning:
- Conduct initial referral needs and risk assessments to determine service user requirements and level of need.
- Develop and implement personalised support plans, setting clear and achievable objectives.
- Monitor progress and carry out regular reviews to assess changes in need and update plans accordingly.
One-to-One Support (Including Complex Cases):
- Deliver time-limited one-to-one support (up to 12 weeks per service user).
- Provide emotional support, listening skills, and practical advice on coping strategies, problem-solving, and decision-making.
- Work with individuals experiencing complex needs, offering tailored interventions and adapting support accordingly.
- Provide crisis intervention and risk management where necessary.
- Support service users to access appropriate community-based interventions and ongoing mental health support.
Volunteer Supervision and Coordination:
- Support, supervise, and coordinate 1-1 Support Buddy volunteers to ensure effective service delivery.
- Provide training, guidance, and structured supervision to volunteers, ensuring they feel confident and well-equipped in their roles.
- Conduct regular check-ins with volunteers, addressing challenges and providing necessary support.
- Ensure volunteers are appropriately matched to service users based on needs and skills.
Referral and Collaboration:
- Refer service users to specialist services, community resources, and crisis intervention where needed.
- Work collaboratively with the Health and Wellbeing Manager and Service Navigation Lead to ensure seamless service provision and clear referral pathways.
- Establish strong working relationships with external agencies, statutory services, and voluntary organisations to enhance support options for service users, particularly those with complex needs
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Administration:
- Maintain accurate and confidential records of service user interactions, support plans, and progress.
- Collect and report outcome data to measure service effectiveness, including impact on complex cases.
- Support the monitoring and evaluation of service delivery, ensuring continuous improvement.
- Contribute to quarterly reports and service performance reviews.
3. Person Specification
Essential Experience & Knowledge
- Experience in related support role (e.g. mental health, social care, or related)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish trusting relationships.
- Experience conducting needs and risk assessments and developing support plans.
- Ability to provide effective emotional support, using active listening and trauma-informed approaches.
- Experience providing supervision /support, ensuring high-quality service provision.
- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Commitment to confidentiality, safeguarding, and professional boundaries. Strong leadership and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience in mental health or social care.
- Discretion.
Desirable Skills and Experience:
- Experience in volunteer management.
- Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and Experience of
- Experience in crisis intervention and risk management, particularly in complex cases.
- Knowledge of local mental health services and support networks.
- Experience in monitoring and evaluating service outcomes. Knowledge of local mental health services and support networks.
- Qualification in mental health or social work.
Qualifications:
- NVQ L3 qualification (or Equivalent) mental Health or relevant support related field
Specialist Skills/ Ability/ Knowledge
- Ability to solve problems and make sound decisions to support others in a fast-paced environment.
- A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a passion for advancing social justice and mental health equality.
- IT is proficient particularly within Microsoft 365 environment
Communication
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills (written, oral, digital)
- Ability to communicate appropriately with a wide range of people and build relationships and engage with stakeholders and colleagues at all levels.
Personal Qualities
- Able to build strong working relationships
- Passionate about mental health and committed to supporting individuals to achieve their goals.
- Empathetic and compassionate, with a non-judgmental approach.
- Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to manage challenges effectively.
- Proactive and solution-focused, with a strong sense of initiative.
- Committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of service delivery
4. Application Guidance for Candidates
Thank you for your interest in applying for a role at Mind in Kingston. Before applying, please ensure you carefully read the application pack, particularly the job description and person specification, to understand the requirements of the role. To be considered, please submit the following documents:
- Your CV – This should outline your relevant experience, qualifications, and key achievements. Please ensure your full name & contact details are included.
- Confirmation of Right to Work in the UK – All applicants must provide evidence of their legal right to work in the UK. This may include a passport, visa, or other official documentation. This will be requested at Interview.
- References – Please provide details of two referees, including their name, job title, and contact information. References will only be contacted if you are successful following the interview stage.
- Please respond to the four application questions listed below - (A cover letter is not required, and no supporting statement is needed)
- What specifically attracts you to this role with Mind in Kingston? (max 200 words)
- This role will involve working in situations where safeguarding concerns may arise. Can you describe a specific instance where you identified a potential safeguarding issue involving a vulnerable individual? What actions did you take? (max 200 words)
- Please tell us about a time that you have supported an individual whose needs were changing. How did you adapt how you worked with that person? (max 200 words)
- Tell us about a time you supported or guided another person in their role or responsibilities. This could include formally supervising someone, mentoring, coaching, or helping a peer or colleague. What did you do, and what was the outcome? (max 200 words)
As we work with vulnerable adults, all successful applicants will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check before starting their role. You will be asked to provide identification such as a passport, driving license, and/or utility bill as part of this process.
Applications and interviews timeline:
Applications closing date Tuesday, 29th of July 11:59pm
Interviews will take place on Tuesday 5th of July & Thursday 7th of July
Please ensure all documents are submitted by the stated deadline. We look forward to receiving your application.
Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are unable to provide feedback to candidates who are unsuccessful at the application stage.
Thank you for your interest in joining Mind in Kingston.
To apply, please submit:
Your CV – With relevant experience and contact details.
Proof of Right to Work in the UK – Requested at interview.
Two References – Contacted only if you're successful.
As we work with vulnerable adults, an Enhanced DBS check is required before starting. You’ll need to provide ID, such as a passport, driving licence, or utility bill.
Registered Charity
21 - 50
We are Mind in Kingston. We fight for mental health. For Respect. For Support. For you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Job Title: Support Mentor
Location: Based in service, Latimer Road, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC) - Short walking distance from Latimer Road underground station (Circle and Hammersmith and City Lines)
Unfortunately this location does not have step free access
Salary: £27,000
Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week on a rota which includes day and late shifts, bank holidays, and weekends. Hours will range between 09:00 - 17:00 and 13:00 - 21:00
About the role
Our residents in this service have experienced long-term street homelessness and have faced significant challenges including with their mental health, substance use, and alcohol dependency, and struggled to sustain engagement with support services. That's why they're here, to make a change and gain the support they need to enable greater independence and recovery.
In this role, as a Support Mentor, you will work within a 24 hour service which provided person centred support to our residents, working to ensure the safety and wellbeing. You will build trusting professional relationships with residents, helping them to achieve their goals and aspirations which could be through tailored one to one sessions, group sessions, in and out of service activities, and general wellbeing check ins. Your role will focus on empowering our residents to take control over their lives and meet their personal goals.
About you
We're looking for someone who has a true passion for what we do as an organisation, and particularly in supporting those who have faced homelessness and may have other complex needs. Our residents needs are at the forefront of service delivery, so someone who can build trusting professional relationships is key. You will be adaptable, proactive, and able to use your initiative to resolve challenges.. You will be able to work within a team, and have previous knowledge of the needs our residents may have. Each support plan is tailored to the individual, putting their needs first for the team to be able to deliver support to their needs. What are we looking for:
- Understanding of the needs of those who have faced homelessness and have various complex needs including mental health, substance use, and alcohol dependency
- Ability to use IT systems to record case notes, email relevant people, and use other software required within the role
- Ability and willingness to show flexibility of working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents
- Understanding of the housing and social needs of people with multiple and complex needs
- Cultural awareness, Self-awareness, and ability to identify personal growth areas and take feedback
- Sensitivity and empathy to others, and ability to deal with individual circumstances with professionalism
- Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency
Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
What we offer
- 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service
- Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans
- Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
- Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work
- Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Annual Staff Awards
- EDI Ambassador programme
- Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives.
- Join an organisation with a mission to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.
We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives and experiences of all of our employees. We have a team of staff ambassadors who volunteer to actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity. They embrace this unique opportunity to deliver awareness, events, and developments to our organisation to support us in ensuring our value of Inclusivity is embedded throughout the organisation.
SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity.
About Social Interest Group (SIG)
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.
Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website.
Thank you!
Job Purpose
This role sits within our crisis alternative service, Safe Space, which is a core and out of hours service providing a safe and welcoming space for people who are feeling distressed and experiencing crisis. Our aim of the service is to keep individuals well in the community and prevent readmission into hospital. The service operates 365 days a year from 14:00-22:00pm across all of our boroughs.
Staff within the service will provide person-centred, practical and emotional support, face to face or via telephone or virtual on a one-to-one basis to individuals experiencing mental health crisis or preventing crisis.
The objectives of the service include:
- To improve the mental wellbeing of people experiencing mental health and social crisis in HFEH.
- To proactively work with keeping people well in the community to reduce re-admitters into hospitals by working with WL NHS teams (e.g. discharge, LPS, CATT, MINT and SPA)
- To provide a true alternative to A&E via a non-clinical drop-in service to support clients
- To provide support to clients accessing the service- for instance: signposting, de-escalation and crisis recovery planning.
- To contribute to an improvement in individual mental wellbeing.
- To remain a source of independent support for all clients.
- To treat service users with respect, dignity and personalised support
- To raise awareness of mental health services available with the goal to improve long term mental health and reduce social isolation
- To increase self-management skills of those accessing the service
- To reduce the use of police, ambulance and statutory mental health services whilst experiencing crisis via a drop-in service.
- To reduce the use of statutory crisis services by people experiencing mental ill health without positive outcomes for the individual.
The Role
The role of the support workers will be to support the rest of the team in delivering interventions on a one-to-one. The role will also involve triaging and assessing all clients accessing the service, signposting and delivering collaborative self-management plans with clients to improve mental wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing a person centred and recovery orientated approach in all aspects of the roles and responsibilities.
- Promoting people’ rights and responsibilities
- Considering each person as an individual
- Working collaboratively with clients to understand their needs and developing flexible and realistic crisis support packages/person centred plans
- Understanding of safety planning
- Experience with de-escalation, recognising and mitigating risks.
- Experience of working with challenging behaviour
- Listening to clients and encouraging positive steps towards self-management of crisis and recovery
- Good time keeping skills – Essential
- To attend all mandatory training including safeguarding and GDPR
- To work autonomously in a fast-paced environment and under pressure
- Providing advice, information, practical and emotional support to clients
- Proactively recognising the indicators of deteriorating mental health and facilitate appropriate action, whilst liaising with relevant agencies e.g. CATT, Emergency Duty Teams, CMHTS, etc
- Engaging with clients to show empathy, inspire hope and promote recovery
- Establishing supportive, empowering and respectful relationships with clients and carers/ family
- Maintaining accurate records, detailing interventions
- Ensuring that outcomes, outputs and impact are recorded
- Providing administrative support to the team
- Attend reflective practice, clinical supervision, peer supervision and line management supervision
- Create and maintain good working relationships with partner agencies
- Follow workplans and actively participate in training and development
- Provide and manage resources for clients and staff
Person Specification
- Minimum of 1 year working in mental health services and with clients experiencing mental health distress and crisis
- Experience of managing challenging behaviour and dealing with clients with complex needs
- Experience of managing safeguarding risks and understanding legal requirements for safeguarding adults and children
- Evidence of continual professional development
- Understanding of the Recovery Model in mental health
- Understanding of the principles of trauma informed care
- Understanding of suicide prevention and safety planning
- Understanding of the relationship between mental health and social issues and how these issues may impact on physical, mental and emotional wellbeing
- Understanding of relevant legislation and policies
- Experience of working with vulnerable individuals
- Creative and flexible approach to working with individuals
- Ability to deal with stressful and difficult situations in a calm manner and de-escalate challenging situations
- Awareness of issues in mental health service provision
- A good understanding of mental health conditions
- Experience of working with vulnerable individuals
- Creative and flexible approach to working with individuals
- Ability to deal with stressful and difficult situations in a calm manner and de-escalate challenging situations
- Ability to prioritise and manage workload
- Ability to involve clients and carers in all aspects of work
- Empathy and non-judgemental approach
- Good communication skills
- Capacity to work within an agreed shift pattern
- Experience of delivering information and advice (housing, benefits, debt etc)
- Experience of non-clinical, therapeutic interventions like psychoeducation
- Good IT skills including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint, with proven ability to input and extract information and produce reports
- Car driver with sole ownership of a vehicle and willingness to travel to locations would be desirable.
- Ability to work out of hours and on weekends
Registered Charity
101 - 500
We’re here to make sure that everyone suffering with a mental health problem gets the help they need to recover.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
About the role:
We’re looking for passionate and driven individuals to join our team as Young Person’s Workers, where you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people accessing our services. In this role, you’ll work directly with at-risk youth, empowering them to build the skills and confidence they need thrive independently in the community. Through personalised support and safety plans, you’ll help them develop essential life skills, find stable housing, and secure education or employment opportunities that set them up for a brighter future.
You’ll be the driving force behind each young person’s journey towards independence, using a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach to guide and coach them through their challenges. By focusing on their strengths and aspirations, you’ll provide the motivation and practical support they need to build a foundation for lasting success. You’ll play a key role in connecting them with the right services and resources, ensuring they’re fully prepared to live on their own and pursue their goals with confidence.
This role offers more than just the chance to support young people, it’s an incredible opportunity for your own professional growth. As you build your expertise and gain hands on experience in the field, you’ll be equipped to take your career to the next level, with opportunities for professional development, and advancement at Single Homeless Project (SHP). Join us and be part of something truly impactful, where your work changes lives whilst shaping your future.
About you:
- You bring experience working with young people in the community and in accommodation services.
- Your toolkit includes practical skills in motivation and coaching young people
- Your approach is creative, analytical, trauma-informed and rooted in a strengths and recovery model.
- You can creatively inspire opportunities for our young people to thrive and to develop to their highest potential.
- A non-judgmental approach to working with young people with complex needs and to promote a strengths-based approach and an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion.
- Strong team-working and interpersonal skills, maintaining a collaborative approach to supporting young people achieve the outcomes and goals we support them to set for themselves.
About us:
Single Homeless Project is a London-wide charity. Our vision is of a society where everyone has a place to call home and the chance to live a fulfilling life.
We help single Londoners by preventing homelessness, providing support and accommodation, promoting wellbeing, enhancing opportunity, and being a voice for change. From supporting people in crisis to helping people take the final steps towards independence and employment, we make a difference to 12,000 lives every year across all 32 boroughs.
We offer you more than a job; we offer you a chance to be part of a compassionate, driven team that's committed to making a real difference in people's lives. You'll have the opportunity to lead, co-create, and inspire change while enjoying a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.
Join us in creating a brighter, more hopeful future for individuals in need.
Important info:
Closing date: Sunday 20th April at midnight
Interview date: Thursday 31st July and Friday 1st August at SHP Head Office in Kings Cross
This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed by SHP for the successful applicant.
Please note applications are reviewed for AI use in application questions.
Registered Charity
501 - 1000
Preventing homelessness, transforming lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
*Trainee Practitioner - Young People Support Worker - London
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £25,480 per annum, rising to £27,144 after successful completion of probation.
Location: Camden (NW3)
If you are looking for a fulfilling and rewarding career where no two days are the same, this might be the job for you!
About the Role
As a Support Worker in a Semi-Independent Home, you will have the opportunity of developing authentic relationships with our young people (aged 16 – 21 years old), you will also have responsibility for making sure our residents are safe, providing support, liaison with other professionals and completion of support documents to record information. Throughout the shift you will have the additional support of an on call manager should you have any questions. Further to this, you will be involved in team meetings monthly and will also receive monthly supervision.
St Christopher’s Academy
At St Christopher`s we can provide more than just a care job. We can offer you a career where you can develop your skills and knowledge while making a difference to young people’s lives.
When you join St Christopher’s, we will set you up in your career with a tailored development plan. Whether you want to move across to a different service, become a Manager or just explore further your current role, we will support you to map out your career trajectory and help you achieve your professional ambitions. If you want to learn more about St Christopher’s Academy, please visit our website.
We are proud that 84% of all our Team Leaders, Deputies and Managers are internal promotions.
Working Hours
Our young people need care 24/7 so we have fixed rotas with different shifts (8, 10 and 12 hours) from 8 am to 10 pm for day staff; and from 9 pm to 8.30 am for night staff.
On average, you will be working 40 hours a week, so meaning if you work 4 shifts of 10 hours each, you will then get 3 days off.
There is always the possibility to do overtime if you need a bit extra, this is paid time and half same as bank holidays.
- 40 hours per week (including weekends and bank holidays)
What you need to bring to this role
- Genuine commitment to working and supporting Young People to achieve their full potential.
- An understanding of the issues facing young people.
- The ability to cope effectively with challenging behaviour.
- Good communication and team working skills.
- Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.
What you should expect from us
- Salary: £25,480 per annum, rising to £27,144 after successful completion of probation
- 4 weeks full induction and training program (paid).
- Competitive pay and reward structure offering salary progression based on performance.
- Tailored career development plan through our “St Christopher’s Academy”.
- A friendly working environment, a fun, open and honest culture.
- 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata.
- Industry leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children’s right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and social pedagogy.
- Contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity and company sick scheme.
- UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary.
- BUPA employee assistance programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Bluelight card; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK.
- Discretionary funded training programs.
- Employee awards based on performance and length of service.
- Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services.
About Us
Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future.
St Christopher's is a leading charity for children and young people. We are proud of our history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK & Isle of Man. We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do. We provide positive life experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home.
We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong. We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation, childcare responsibilities, and gender-diverse identities.
Recruitment Process
At St Christopher’s we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements.
In order for your application to be reviewed, it must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification.
Once application has been submitted, candidates will require to complete an online situational test which will inform the shortlisting process. Unsuccessful candidates will be communicated the outcome via email.
Closing date- 1st August 2025
First Stage Interview – Throughout July & August
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an individual interview, which will include a written exercise. The interview will be face to face at our offices in Putney.
Second Stage
Successful candidates will then attend the second stage at the service they apply to.
Our Children and Young People are looking forward to hearing from you
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We advise you to apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Please note:
- This post has a minimum age restriction of 21 year for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and supported accommodation Homes in line with the Equality Act ‘occupational requirement’.
- It is illegal to apply for any role that involves working with children and young people under the age of 18, if you know you are barred from working with children.
- All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit a Self-Declaration and Disclosure form which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
We are a leading charity for children and young people, providing fostering, children's homes and leaving care services across the UK and Isle of Man
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £27,144
Location: Camden (NW3)
If you are looking for a fulfilling and rewarding career where no two days are the same, this might be the job for you!
The only thing you need is a passion for making a difference. We don't require previous care experience as we provide all the training and support you need to excel in your role.
About the Role
As a Waking Night Support Worker in a Semi-Independent Home, you will have the opportunity of developing authentic relationships with our young people (aged 16 – 21 years old), you will also have responsibility for making sure our residents are safe, providing support, liaison with other professionals and completion of support documents to record information.
Throughout the shift you will have the additional support of an on call manager should you have any questions. Further to this, you will be involved in team meetings monthly and will also receive monthly supervision.
St Christopher’s Academy
At St Christopher`s we can provide more than just a care job. We can offer you a career where you can develop your skills and knowledge while making a difference to young people’s lives.
When you join St Christopher’s, we will set you up in your career with a tailored development plan. Whether you want to move across to a different service, become a Manager or just explore further your current role, we will support you to map out your career trajectory and help you achieve your professional ambitions. If you want to learn more about St Christopher’s Academy, please visit our website.
We are proud that 84% of all our Team Leaders, Deputies and Managers are internal promotions.
Working Hours
Our Young People need care 24/7 so we have fixed rotas, with staff needing to be able to commit to weekends and bank holidays.
For Waking Night support staff; shifts are 11.5 hours from 20:00 - 07:30 or 21:00 - 08:30, on average you will be working 40 hours a week.
There is always the possibility to do overtime if you need a bit extra, this is paid time and half; same as bank holidays.
What you need to bring to this role
- Genuine commitment to working and supporting Young People to achieve their full potential.
- An understanding of the issues facing young people.
- The ability to cope effectively with challenging behaviour.
- Good communication and team working skills.
- Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.
What you should expect from us
- Salary: £27,144
- 4 weeks full induction and training program (paid).
- Competitive pay and reward structure offering salary progression based on performance.
- Tailored career development plan through our “St Christopher’s Academy”.
- A friendly working environment, a fun, open and honest culture.
- 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata.
- Industry leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children’s right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and social pedagogy.
- Contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity and company sick scheme.
- UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary.
- BUPA employee assistance programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Bluelight card; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK.
- Discretionary funded training programs.
- Employee awards based on performance and length of service.
- Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services.
About Us
Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future.
St Christopher's is a leading charity for children and young people. We are proud of our history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK & Isle of Man. We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do. We provide positive life experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home.
We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong. We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation, childcare responsibilities, and gender-diverse identities.
Recruitment Process
In order for your application to be reviewed, it must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification.
For the full Job Description and Person Specification - please visit our website.
At St Christopher’s we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements.
Once application has been submitted, candidates will require to complete an online situational test which will inform the shortlisting process. Unsuccessful candidates will be communicated the outcome via email.
Closing date: Monday 30th June 2025
First stage interview: Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout June & July 2025
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an individual interview. The interview will be face to face at our offices in Putney.
Second stage interview: Successful candidates will then attend the second stage at their preferred location.
We advise you to apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Please note:
- This post has a minimum age restriction of 21 year for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and supported accommodation Homes in line with the Equality Act ‘occupational requirement’.
- It is illegal to apply for any role that involves working with children and young people under the age of 18, if you know you are barred from working with children.
- All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit a Self-Declaration and Disclosure form which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
We are a leading charity for children and young people, providing fostering, children's homes and leaving care services across the UK and Isle of Man
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Regenerate is looking to recruit a highly motivated, enthusiastic and empathetic youth worker and mentor to join our team in creating opportunities for young people to thrive.
The role will create opportunities for young people to develop their skills, confidence and self-awareness, supporting them to build positive relationships and to engage with education, employment and training opportunities.
It is the perfect role for someone who is passionate about improving opportunities for young people, and
Main Responsibilities:
- Support planning and delivery of up to two youth work sessions a week
- Mentor a caseload of young people by building positive connections with them, nurturing their goals, and working alongside their support networks
- Ensure all Regenerate & Feel Good's procedures are carried out with diligence
About Regenerate:
Regenerate is a youth charity based in Roehampton, SW London that aims to create opportunities for young people to thrive.
Regenerate’s mission is to inspire and support young people by building strong, lasting relationships and creating life changing opportunities; helping them grow in confidence, make the best of their lives and impact the world for good. We do this through youth work, mentoring, and our social enterprise ‘Feel Good’.
We work with local young people who are facing a number of challenges, such as poor mental health and wellbeing, discriminattion and/or marginalisation, exposure or involvement in crime, and not being in education or employment. We support these young people by providing safe spaces, positive role models who truly listen and care, and opportunities to grow their skills and realise their potential.
About you:
Please ensure you read over the attached job pack for full information about the role, your perks, and what we’re looking for.
Experience in a youth work or similar environment is preferred, but not required. All training will be provided.
If you're as passionate about improving the outcomes for young people as we are, this role is for you and we want to hear from you.
To apply, please fill out an online application form, linked above.
Regenerate is an equal opportunities employer and actively encourages applications from people of all minority and underrepresented groups.
All offers of employment will be subject to the appropriate DBS, right to work and reference checks.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Title: Support Mentor (Nights)
Location: Latimer Road, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC) - Short walking distance from Latimer Road underground station (Circle and Hammersmith and City Lines)
Unfortunately this location does not have step free access
Salary: £27,000
Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Sunday on a 6 week rolling rota which includes at least one day shift per week, weekends, and bank holidays. Hours can vary between 21:00 - 09:00 and 11:00 - 20:00
About the role
Our residents in this service have experienced long-term street homelessness and have faced significant challenges including with their mental health, substance use, and alcohol dependency, and struggled to sustain engagement with support services. That's why they're here, to make a change and gain the support they need to enable greater independence and recovery.
As a Support Mentor, you will work within a 24 hour service which provides person centred support to our residents, you will work to ensure safety and wellbeing of our residents. You will support mainly the night shifts to ensure the service runs smoothly at night, being a point of contact for residents, engaging with them to ensure their safety comes first, and running various evening activities for engagement. You will build trusting and professional relationships with residents, helping them to achieve their goals and aspirations which could be through one to one sessions, group sessions, and general wellbeing check ins. During quieter hours, you will be responsible for ensuring administration is up to date, the service is kept clean and tidy, and will support with additional ad hoc tasks.
About you
We're looking for someone who has a true passion for what we do as an organisation, and particularly in supporting those who have faced homelessness and may have other complex needs. Our residents needs are at the forefront of service delivery, so someone who can build trusting professional relationships is key. You will be adaptable, proactive, and able to use your initiative to resolve challenges, and keep the night service running smoothly. You will be able to work within a team, and have previous knowledge of the needs our residents may have. Each support plan is tailored to the individual, putting their needs first for the team to be able to deliver support to their needs. What are we looking for:
- Understanding of the needs of those who have faced homelessness and have various complex needs including mental health, substance use, and alcohol dependency
- Ability to use IT systems to record case notes, email relevant people, and use other software required within the role
- Ability and willingness to show flexibility of working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents
- Understanding of the housing and social needs of people with multiple and complex needs
- Cultural awareness, Self-awareness, and ability to identify personal growth areas and take feedback
- Sensitivity and empathy to others, and ability to deal with individual circumstances with professionalism
- Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency
Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
What we offer
- 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service
- Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans
- Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
- Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work
- Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Annual Staff Awards
- EDI Ambassador programme
- Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives.
- Join an organisation with a mission to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.
We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives and experiences of all of our employees. We have a team of staff ambassadors who volunteer to actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity. They embrace this unique opportunity to deliver awareness, events, and developments to our organisation to support us in ensuring our value of Inclusivity is embedded throughout the organisation.
SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity.
About Social Interest Group (SIG)
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.
Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website.
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Contract Type: Part-time, Permanent
Salary: £25,480 rising to £27,144 upon successful completion of mandatory training.
Location: Twickenham (TW1)
Closest station is Richmond - District Line (London Underground), Mildmay Line (London Overground) and South Western Railway (SWR) - 10 mins from Clapham Jct | 20 mins from Waterloo.
If you are looking for a fulfilling and rewarding career where no two days are the same, this might be the job for you!
The only thing you need is a passion for making a difference. We don't require previous care experience as we provide all the training and support you need to excel in your role.
About the Role:
As a Support Worker in a Semi-Independent Home, you will have the opportunity of developing authentic relationships with our young people (aged 16 – 24 years old), you will also have responsibility for making sure our residents are safe, providing support, liaison with other professionals and completion of support documents to record information.
Working Hours:
Our Young People need care 24/7 so we have fixed rotas.
For this position; shifts are 10 hours from 12:00 - 22:00 on Saturdays and Sundays, you will be working 20 hours a week.
There is always the possibility to do overtime if you need a bit extra, this is paid time and half; same as bank holidays.
What you need to bring to this role:
- Genuine commitment to working and supporting Young People to achieve their full potential.
- An understanding of the issues facing young people.
- The ability to cope effectively with challenging behaviour.
- Good communication and team working skills.
- Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.
What you should expect from us:
- Salary: £25,480 rising to £27,144 upon successful completion of mandatory training.
- 4 weeks full induction and training program (paid).
- Competitive pay and reward structure offering salary progression based on performance.
- Tailored career development plan through our “St Christopher’s Academy”.
- Join an experienced and dedicated team who have worked together for 3+ years and will offer you a fun, open, honest culture & a friendly working environment.
- 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata.
- Industry leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children’s right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and social pedagogy.
- Contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity and company sick scheme.
- UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary.
- BUPA employee assistance programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Bluelight card; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK.
- Discretionary funded training programs.
- Employee awards based on performance and length of service.
- Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services.
About Us:
Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future.
St Christopher's is a leading charity for children and young people. We are proud of our history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK & Isle of Man. We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do. We provide positive life experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home.
We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong. We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation, childcare responsibilities, and gender-diverse identities.
Recruitment Process:
In order for your application to be reviewed, it must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification.
Job Description and Person Specification- please visit our website
At St Christopher’s we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements.
Once application has been submitted, candidates will require to complete an online situational test which will inform the shortlisting process. Unsuccessful candidates will be communicated the outcome via email.
Closing date: Monday 30th June 2025
First stage interview: Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout June & July 2025
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an individual interview. The interview will be face to face at our offices in Putney.
Second stage interview: Successful candidates will then attend the second stage at their preferred location.
Please note:
- This post has a minimum age restriction of 21 year for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and supported accommodation Homes in line with the Equality Act ‘occupational requirement’.
- It is illegal to apply for any role that involves working with children and young people under the age of 18, if you know you are barred from working with children.
- All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit a Self-Declaration and Disclosure form which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
We are a leading charity for children and young people, providing fostering, children's homes and leaving care services across the UK and Isle of Man
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About The Role
Do you have a genuine interest in supporting people to rebuild their lives and the ability to empathise with others?
We're looking for an enthusiastic Complex Needs Worker with considerable experience of working with people with substance misuse, mental health problems and knowledge of the problems that confront homeless people with complex needs. You will be joining the team in our Islington Progression Pathway, a service that provides accommodation and support to individuals with complex needs in a recovery focused way. The team works collaboratively with clients in a safe and supportive environment in developing goals, plans and strategies to better manage their mental health, substance misuse and any associated risks.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Working as part of a multidisciplinary team to create an environment of person-centred support for clients with complex needs, maintaining a safe environment which clients who have experienced complex trauma are able to build their confidence and discover opportunities for positive change, in line with Psychologically Informed Environment principles and St Mungo’s Framework.
- Identifying and developing external relationships that increase accessibility to support within Islington for clients with complex needs.
- Providing training, support and case management to team members
- This role is Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
About you
We are looking for someone who has a good understanding of substance use and ideally one of the following; Mental health, Trauma Informed Care and/or Psychologically Informed Environments. To be successful in this role you will also require:
- The ability to maintain enthusiasm for a high level of contact with clients on a day to day basis.
- An understanding of a Person Centred approach and a non-judgemental way of working with people who have been homeless, and have perhaps had negative experiences of services.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work with others whilst managing your own time.
- The ability to empower individuals to make positive changes and a willingness to develop these valuable skills.
- The ability to work flexibly which may include some weekends to ensure continuity of the service.
- Above all we are looking for someone who will be committed to the overall aims and objectives of the service and working in a psychologically informed way, ensuring clients are at the heart of everything they do.
How to apply
Click the ‘Apply Now’ Button at the top of the page to start your online application form.
To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document available’ tab at the top of the advert page on our website.
To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website.
Closing date: 10am on 20th July 2025
Interview and assessments on: 30th July 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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37.5 hours per week / permanent / working onsite on a seven-day rolling rota, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays on a four-on-four off shift pattern.
is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be. We do this by providing a safe home, increasing life skills and self-confidence, and improving emotional wellbeing and mental health.
provides 24 hour supported accommodation housing up to 34 young people aged 16-25 who have multiple and complex needs, including many who are unaccompanied asylum-seeking young people. We adopt a trauma informed and psychologically informed approach to supporting our residents to help them build essential life skills, identify their goals and work towards aspirations so that they can move on to enjoy fully independent futures. We have a dedicated team of Support Workers, Night Workers and additional Bank Workers who provide support, guidance, and signposting around areas such as housing, budgeting, living skills, jobs and relationship building. Situated in the centre of Guildford, the service has strong links with and contributes to the local community.
We are looking for a Housing Night Worker to join our Guildford Foyer team. Main areas of responsibilities are:
Safety and security
- Provide a friendly and professional front-of-house welcome to residents, visitors and staff, and ensure the building is safe, secure quiet and welcoming
- Maximise the wellbeing of residents and visitors by ensuring adherence to health and safety protocols and house rules, all within the terms of tenancy agreements
- Assess and monitor the risks presented by residents to ensure they can keep themselves safe and, where possible, continue their development
- Record all incidents and accidents and share appropriately with the wider team, your manager and, if necessary, the central safeguarding team
Engagement with residents
- Welcome residents home and provide informal and responsive support so they can articulate their aspirations and ambitions and acquire the skills they need to live independent and fulfilling lives
- Ensure resident’s views, aspirations, concerns, and ideas are sought so they can play an active role in influencing the services they receive
- Proactively promote the services on offer and ensure residents are encouraged to engage with those services
- Contribute to, or support, evening groupwork activities so that residents can access tailored solutions that meet their needs, wishes and aspirations
Administration and housekeeping
- Undertake tasks as directed, including but not limited to: inputting data, assessments, reviews, case notes onto our client database and entering new residents details/closing ex-resident records
- Completing health and safety/compliance checks, and recording estate inspectors and room checks
- Adding maintenance requests to our property services system
General
- Work as part of a team, on a rota four on four off shift pattern, alongside another Housing Night Worker, ensuring young people at the service have non-judgemental, objective at night, along with taking responsibility for personal safety during periods of lone working
- Contribute to a great working environment, with a calm, yet assertive manner, being able to handle potentially difficult situations
- Participate in relevant continuing professional development and utilise Reflective Practice Supervision as part of leading psychologically informed practice
There will be times when lone working will be a requirement for this role, but you will get to know the team and service, along with an induction and training prior to starting on a rota. Please download the job profile for full role details.
If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.
This is a dynamic and varied role; you will be passionate about being involved in the support and growth of young people.
Experience and knowledge
- Experience of working in a customer facing environment, remaining calm and solution-focused when dealing with challenging behaviour
- Basic understanding of the support needs of young people and/or adults at risks
- Understanding of the impact of trauma on others, and the ability to work with a strengths-based approach with people who may be in distress
- Demonstrated confidence and competence in recording notes/actions in service log, incident forms and Health and Safety check lists
- Basic knowledge of good safeguarding procedures in relation to young people and/or vulnerable adults, and the ability to maintain professional boundaries (training provided)
Skills and abilities
- Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing for appropriate record keeping (vital for handover to colleagues working day shifts)
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain strong relationships
- Ability to work lone work, work autonomously, and use own initiative, as well as being part of a team
- IT skills, including proficiency in MS Office 365 package, as well as healthy and safety and client management systems (training on YMCA DLG systems provided)
- Ability to de-escalate volatile situations and manage challenging behaviour appropriately
If you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this post, please contact Should you require any assistance with our application process, please email us at
CLOSING DATE: Sunday 10 August 2025 at midnight.
Successful candidates will already have the right to live and work in the UK without restrictions. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment.
Accessibility If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us.
YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced DBS (including the Children’s and Adults’ barred lists) check, along with a reference and background check carried out by a third-party service provider.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
We believe every young person has the right to discover their potential.
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Bromley Experts by Experience is a local Deaf and Disabled People’s Organisation, run by and for Deaf and Disabled people and carers in Bromley and neighbouring Boroughs.
We have a vision of a world where Disabled people are able to live their lives independently, in the way they choose, participating fully in society and enjoying equity and respect for diversity.
Our mission is to enable Deaf and Disabled people and carers in Bromley and neighbouring Boroughs to fully understand our rights, develop collective pride and build skills and experience in self-advocacy and strong civic participation. We believe this will allow Disabled people to lead in challenging discrimination in Bromley and beyond, breaking down barriers to independence, choice and equity.
Our aims are:
- To support Disabled people to get our voices heard and to influence change locally.
- To campaign for an inclusive and accessible society.
- To support, develop and celebrate Disabled people’s skills and leadership.
You would be joining a small, committed team of staff who are passionate about creating more inclusive and accessible communities in Bromley and beyond to enable Deaf and Disabled people to participate fully in society and realise our rights.
As Youth Transition Worker, you will be working with young Disabled people in schools/colleges and the local community to support them to navigate the transition to adulthood. You will lead on co-producing workshops and events with young Disabled people to ensure they have the skills and knowledge they need to make this transition successfully.
Position: Youth Transition Worker
Responsible to: Deputy CEO
Location: You will be based in our office in Anerley. During term time, you will be visiting four Bromley schools weekly. In addition, you will need to be able to travel to other Bromley venues as required and occasionally further afield. Some hybrid working may be possible in this role in consultation with your line manager.
Hours: 28 hours per week
Salary: £29,300 per year pro rata to 28 hours per week (35 hours FTE)
Annual leave: 5.6 weeks per year including bank holidays, pro rata
Pension: Statutory opt in rules applied to all our jobs
How to apply:
Please visit our website to complete an application form with a supporting statement that gives examples of how you meet each criteria in the person specification.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to lead a short session with a group of young Disabled people at our Anerley office on Monday 11th August 2025. Details of what is required for the session will be sent with the interview invitation.
Successful candidates will then be invited to an online interview on Wednesday 13th August 2025.
Closing date: 11.59pm on Thursday 31st July 2025.
What you will be working on:
- Plan and deliver accessible and engaging workshops within schools/colleges, taking the access needs and learning preferences of young Disabled people into account.
- Establish a working group to develop a Youth Forum for young Disabled people in the Borough to campaign and have influence around issues that affect them.
- Develop connections with other youth organisations to organise workshops in school holidays that appeal to young Disabled people.
- Promote our free membership and volunteering opportunities to young Disabled people.
- Develop the skills of young Disabled people so they can take up positions on our Trustee Board.
- Support young Disabled people to regularly evaluate the project and ensure that this data is updated on our database in a timely manner.
This job is for you if:
- You have personal lived experience of being Deaf and/or Disabled.
- You have experience of working with young people with a diverse range of needs to build their confidence and resilience.
- You can show empathy with young people and an understanding of their needs, empowering them to overcome barriers to reach their potential.
- You have understanding of the importance of safeguarding and working with people who might be ‘at risk’.
- You have strong organisational and time management skills, including being able to problem-solve, show initiative, meet targets and plan and prioritise your workload.
- You have excellent communication skills, including an ability to adapt and tailor communication for people with varying access needs.
- You are able to cope with limited resources, seize opportunities and think creatively.
- You are willing and able to travel frequently across Bromley to schools/colleges and local community venues.
Registered Charity
6 - 10
We work to create inclusive and accessible communities in Bromley and beyond to enable Deaf and Disabled people to participate fully in society.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Purpose: To coordinate and deliver an exciting range of Short Breaks activity clubs for children
Salary Range: £29,974 - £34,278
Hours of work:35
Working Pattern:
Term time hours: Tuesday/Wednesday – Saturday/Sunday 09:00 – 17:00 on a rota basis with one weekend day each week (max 35 weeks)
School holidays hours: Monday – Friday 09:00 – 17:00 (min 17 weeks)
With flexibility to meet service requirements
Employment type: Full-time
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: YMCA Sovereign Centre, Slipshatch Road, Reigate, RH2 8HA (with occasional operation need to lead sessions in other areas such as Epsom, Leatherhead or West Sussex) Reigate
Annual leave:Starting allowance – 33 days, inclusive of eight UK Bank Holidays. Please note that school holidays are key delivery periods and annual leave is not usually agreed during these periods.
Benefits:
Free Gym Membership: The post holder will be entitled to free use of the YMCA East Surrey fitness centre in Redhill and half price YMCA childcare for dependents.
Free Parking : There is free parking availableat all our delivery site. YMCA East Surrey also operates a Bike to Work Scheme.
Pension Scheme: There is a YMCA East Surrey pension scheme - details available on request.
Closing Date for Applications: Wednesday 6th August 2025
Interviews to be held: Week commencing 11th August 2025(s)
Proposed Start Date: 1st September 2025
Main Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver a structured programme of enjoyable, recreational, high-quality activities to meet the needs of children and young people with additional needs and disabilities who attend Short Breaks clubs.
- To coordinate and take responsibility for the planning, allocation of places, and sufficient staffing to ensure safe delivery of Short Breaks clubs.
- To assist in the recruitment, training and ongoing development of the Disability staff team.
- Leadership and Line Management of a team of Play/Youth Workers and volunteers.
- Have responsibility for processing new referrals, initial assessments, individual care plans and any associated risk assessments or specialist plans to ensure we meet individual needs.
- To be the lead practitioner providing the staff team with advice, coaching and on-site management of club structure.
- To develop strategies and behavioural support plans for young people attending activities and access YMCA Disability Services.
- To be aware of Ofsted requirements and ensure Short Breaks clubs for children are compliant, with ongoing monitoring.
- Maintain and monitor agreed attendance levels and activity budget.
- To promote clubs and share stories via social media. Manage cohort numbers and waiting lists efficiently.
- Lead in Administering medication, PEG feeds and undertaking movement and handling for children and young people with complex health needs. Undergo relevant training and transfer this knowledge onto the staff team.
- Work closely with individual children and young people and their families to identify a range of social, recreational and leisure activities to meet the needs of young people and children.
- Ensure that all young people are made to feel valued and enabled to develop and improve self-esteem, life skills, self-confidence and positive experiences
- To gain young people’s feedback, capturing their voice in shaping and evaluating future club sessions.
- Work closely as part of the delivery team, initiate programmed activities, alongside additional opportunities locally.
- To be responsible for the Health and Safety of children, young people and staff, above all, ensuring that Safeguarding Children and Safeguarding Adults at Risk policies are adhered to.
- Managing the venue, ensuring all risk assessments are completed in line with our policies to ensure the environment is safe, secure and suitable for staff, CYP and our service delivery.
- Provide information, guidance and advice for parent/carers about local services for young people and families.
- Attend and participate in relevant internal/external meetings and forums related to the CYP services activities.
- To provide operational Coordinator or Leader cover for other Disability Services or locations as required.
- Design and deliver training sessions to CYP staff.
- To undertake the role of Duty Officer at the Sovereign Centre, at times to be agreed with Disability Services Manager.
- Undertake any other duties and responsibilities reasonably requested by the Disability Services ManagerTop of Form.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Do you want to support people with mental health issues in a moment of crisis? Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress?
If you can embody our values of Hope, Courage, Togetherness, and Responsiveness, and want to help others build resilience and manage their wellbeing, we’d love to hear from you.
Crisis Café Support Worker
Reference: 293
Responsible to: Crisis Cafe Coordinator
Working Base(s): Watford (expectation to travel whenever necessary: Stevenage, Ware and Hatfield – mileage paid when not working at home base)
Salary: From £24,336 Per Annum FTE (pro rata for part time hours)
Hours: Part-Time (22.5 or 30 hours per week)
Work pattern: Working 3 or 4 out of 7-day rota, 17:30 - 01:30.
About the Service
Our Nightlight Service is proud to provide urgent support, crisis intervention and emotional support to people experiencing a mental health crisis in Hertfordshire as an alternative to statutory pathways.
We provide support to adults across Hertfordshire 7 days a week, 365 days a year through our helpline, crisis centres, crisis cafes and a weekend Crisis House. We aim to provide a safe space for people in crisis to talk and feel supported, be listened to without judgement, access relevant support with problem solving and facilitate access to external services when necessary. As a member of our team you will work closely with service users in crisis by using a person-centred approach as to ensure that each individual is supported with dignity and respect.
The objectives of Hertfordshire Mind Network’s (HMN) Nightlight Mental Health Crisis Services are:
- To improve the mental wellbeing of people experiencing mental health crisis in Hertfordshire.
- To increase early access to help for people experiencing mental health crisis in Hertfordshire, by providing a clear and effective pathway to services provided by Herts Mind Network and other third sector and statutory providers.
- To contribute to an improvement in individual mental wellbeing.
- To remain a source of independent support for all clients.
- To provide an alternative pathway to people in distress and crisis to support better outcomes and reduce the demand on statutory crisis services and emergency services.
At the Crisis Cafes we promote and enable people to access support in a way that suits them, whether that’s through talking to someone or simply by providing a safe space to have time alone or engage with trained staff.
About the Role
Mental Healthcare Support Workers are key members of staff delivering the Nightlight Mental Health Crisis Service, taking part in a rota covering 7 days per week, ensuring the delivery of quality crisis support services and instilling Hertfordshire Mind Network’s values throughout the crisis cafe and helpline provision. Working closely with other staff (bank staff, volunteers), coordinators, team leaders and Crisis manager to ensure services are of the highest quality and support the continued growth and development of the service.
By honouring the individual experience of each service user, we are able to respect their autonomy as well as encourage and facilitate positive steps towards management of crisis and recovery.
Whilst experience is advantageous, the most important thing to us and the people we support is having the right values, skills and commitment to delivering high quality, person centred mental health crisis support.
We offer:
- Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising in increments to a max. of 29 days after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays)
- An additional day of leave each year for your birthday following completion of probation period.
- Ongoing training relevant to your role.
- An Employee Assistance Programme.
- Health cover (after 6 months employment) – compensation payment for Optical, Dental, Chiropody and Therapy Treatments.
Closing date for applications is 31st July 2025
Interviews to be held week of 11th August 2025
Please note: We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if sufficient applications are received so would encourage early applications.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
Equal Opportunities
We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs.
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37.5 hours per week / permanent / working onsite on a seven-day rolling rota, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays on a four-on-four off shift pattern.
Our mission is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be. We do this by providing a safe home, increasing life skills and self-confidence, and improving emotional wellbeing and mental health.
Horsham Y Centre provides 24-hour supported housing services offering medium levels of housing-related support for young people aged 16-25 with 50 bedspaces and shared communal facilities. We adopt a trauma informed and psychologically informed approach to supporting our residents to help them build essential life skills, identify their goals and work towards aspirations so that they can move on to enjoy fully independent futures. We have a dedicated team of Support Workers, Night Workers and additional Bank Workers who provide support, guidance, and signposting around areas such as housing, budgeting, living skills, jobs, relationship building and wellbeing. Situated in the middle of Horsham, the service has strong links with and contributes to the local community.
We are looking for a Housing Night Worker to join our Horsham Y team. Main areas of responsibilities are:
Safety and security
- Provide a friendly and professional front-of-house welcome to residents, visitors and staff, and ensure the building is safe, secure quiet and welcoming
- Maximise the wellbeing of residents and visitors by ensuring adherence to health and safety protocols and house rules, all within the terms of tenancy agreements
- Assess and monitor the risks presented by residents to ensure they can keep themselves safe and, where possible, continue their development
- Record all incidents and accidents and share appropriately with the wider team, your manager and, if necessary, the central safeguarding team
Engagement with residents
- Welcome residents home and provide informal and responsive support so they can articulate their aspirations and ambitions and acquire the skills they need to live independent and fulfilling lives
- Ensure resident’s views, aspirations, concerns, and ideas are sought so they can play an active role in influencing the services they receive
- Proactively promote the services on offer and ensure residents are encouraged to engage with those services
- Contribute to, or support, evening groupwork activities so that residents can access tailored solutions that meet their needs, wishes and aspirations
Administration and housekeeping
- Undertake tasks as directed, including but not limited to: inputting data, assessments, reviews, case notes onto our client database and entering new residents details/closing ex-resident records
- Completing health and safety/compliance checks, and recording estate inspectors and room checks
- Adding maintenance requests to our property services system
General
- Work as part of a team, on a rota four on four off shift pattern, alongside another Housing Night Worker, ensuring young people at the service have non-judgemental, objective at night, along with taking responsibility for personal safety during periods of lone working
- Contribute to a great working environment, with a calm, yet assertive manner, being able to handle potentially difficult situations
- Participate in relevant continuing professional development and utilise Reflective Practice Supervision as part of leading psychologically informed practice
There will be times when lone working will be a requirement for this role, but you will get to know the team and service, along with an induction and training prior to starting on a rota. Please download the job profile for full role details.
If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.
This is a dynamic and varied role; you will be passionate about being involved in the support and growth of young people.
Experience and knowledge
- Experience of working in a customer facing environment, remaining calm and solution-focused when dealing with challenging behaviour
- Basic understanding of the support needs of young people and/or adults at risks
- Understanding of the impact of trauma on others, and the ability to work with a strengths-based approach with people who may be in distress
- Demonstrated confidence and competence in recording notes/actions in service log, incident forms and Health and Safety check lists
- Basic knowledge of good safeguarding procedures in relation to young people and/or vulnerable adults, and the ability to maintain professional boundaries (training provided)
Skills and abilities
- Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing for appropriate record keeping (vital for handover to colleagues working day shifts)
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain strong relationships
- Ability to work lone work, work autonomously, and use own initiative, as well as being part of a team
- IT skills, including proficiency in MS Office 365 package, as well as healthy and safety and client management systems (training on YMCA DLG systems provided)
- Ability to de-escalate volatile situations and manage challenging behaviour appropriately
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We believe every young person has the right to discover their potential.
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