CREATIVE SUPPORT

Do you have the commitment and positive values to make a difference to the lives of people living in our Oaklea House supported living service in Barrow in Furness? Our Supported Living Service in Barrow provides person-centred support to adults who have learning disabilities, some of whom are on the autistic spectrum and have mental health needs click apply for full job details

Creative Support is looking for an experienced Payroll Officer to join our payroll team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an agile payroll team in a national social care charity. We currently employ over 5,000 permanent and casual staff on multiple terms and conditions and operate five weekly and monthly payrolls. You will have every opportunity to utilise your skills and payroll experience and to work with our payroll systems team to improve efficiency. The ideal candidate will have prior payroll experience and be comfortable with confidential information, data protection, HMRC requirements and Auto-Enrolment legislation. You must be diligent and able to work efficiently within tight timescales. You will need to have fast keyboard and accurate data entry skills as well as good overall IT skills including use of word, excel, payroll and pension modules. A commitment to providing excellent customer care and to paying our brilliant staff accurately is essential. Your main responsibilities as a Payroll Officer will include: - Processing paperwork for starters, leavers and changes - Processing payroll each week/month to tight deadlines - Receiving and verifying timesheets, inputting and calculating gross pay - Processing of all statutory payments, alongside company payments where applicable - Inputting all third party and additional payments and deductions - Recording holidays in line with terms and conditions - Responding helpfully to customer queries Benefits of working with Creative Support: - Flexible working arrangements - High level of training and development through our Creative Academy - Pension with company contribution - Free life assurance - 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday - Inclusive and supportive work environment - Career development opportunities - Other benefits including Employee Assistance Programme We can offer full time (37.5 hours) or part-time hours, subject to a minimum of 30 hours worked over 4 or 5 days a week. The post is based in our friendly Head Office in Stockport. Our offices are readily accessible on public transport as we are based in in the centre of Stockport, close to the mainline train station and bus routes into Manchester. Vacancy Reference Number: 84358 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number. Creative Support s Development Pathway offers a structured induction and values-led training to help staff grow from entry-level to leadership roles. It empowers career progression through tailored learning aligned with national strategies and the WE CARE framework. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in, and eligible to work within, the UK.

We are looking for respectful, warm and enthusiastic individuals to work in our Morecambe service that provides person-centred support to individuals who have a learning disability and live in supported housing. Some of the people we support may also have a range of additional support needs including mobility and health issues click apply for full job details

We are looking for a friendly Support Coordinator to provide personalised support to adults with a learning disability living at our supported living service in Barrow, Cumbria. You will have a can-do approach with the acknowledgement of positive behaviour support to ensure all service users can enjoy the highest quality of life and promote independence click apply for full job details

We are looking for calm, resourceful, and energetic individuals to join our friendly team as a Waking Night Support Worker in Barrow-in-Furness. You will be providing person-centred care to individuals with Autism, and learning disabilities, supporting them to take part in all aspects of everyday life, and enjoy a wide range of activities click apply for full job details

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Manager to manage our two Carlisle Extra Care services, Heysham Gardens and Burnside Court are both well established, well regarded services. Both services have a vibrant and established care team providing compassionate support to older adults click apply for full job details

We are seeking a Senior Quality Practitioner with an expertise of learning disabilities services; for an exciting role which will significantly contribute to quality assurance across the organisation. The role will lead on quality improvement assignments and development of processes across our organisation, particularly those services who are registered with CQC and provide support to service users click apply for full job details

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Service Manager to oversee a portfolio of supported living services across Oxford and Reading, supporting individuals with learning disabilities, mental health needs and complex needs. You will have operational responsibility for: • One supported living service in Oxford, supporting a diverse group of clients click apply for full job details

We are looking for Relief Support Workers to join our small, friendly existing team working at one of our 24 hour supported living services for seven adults who each live in a one bedroomed furnished flat in the beautiful, conservation area of Stanwix in Carlisle (the project is easily accessible on public transport). You will provide positive support to individuals to enable them to participate in click apply for full job details

We are currently looking for an energetic, person-centred Relief Extra Care Support Worker to join our experienced team in Carlisle. You will provide personalised care and support to older adults with additional needs, promoting active and independent lifestyles. Our services in Carlisle have a strong history of helping individuals with a wide range of needs to live independent and fulfilling lives click apply for full job details

Creative Support has an exciting opportunity for an Internal Audit Administrator to join our small but busy Internal Audits Department. You will be based in our friendly Head Office in Stockport, located within just a few minutes walk of the train and bus services. For this interesting and varied role your responsibilities will include: • Internal Audit Action plan follow up. • Finance Incident report logging/follow up. • Triaging calls and emails in the Internal Audits inbox. • Maintaining department records. • Archiving finance documents. • Updating digital systems (lo code/no code software). • Calendar and diary management. • Assisting with reports. • Logging corporate gift cards and vouchers. • Minute taking. • Routine admin tasks such as scanning, filing etc. This is an ideal role for individuals who are passionate about working in the not-for-profit sector. You must demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to meet deadlines. You will have proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages including Word and Excel and will have a confident but polite telephone manner. Desired but not essential is previous experience with CRMs and/or Lo-code or No-code software. Vacancy Reference Number: 90241 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization- Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK- t his post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme.

We are looking to build on our team of experienced support staff providing care to older adults living in a residential care home and in their own homes in Extra Care settings in Carlisle. The services support service users, some of whom have dementia. The services focus on promoting independence, maintaining dignity, encouraging inclusion and supporting general health and wellbeing in a positive click apply for full job details

Creative Support has an exciting opportunity for an Internal Audit Administrator to join our small but busy Internal Audits Department. You will be based in our friendly Head Office in Stockport, located within just a few minutes' walk of the train and bus services. For this interesting and varied role your responsibilities will include: Internal Audit Action plan follow up click apply for full job details

We are a large national charity with our Head office based in Stockport, looking for an enthusiastic Finance Assistant to work in our fast paced and friendly Accounts Team, providing administrative support to the team. You will be involved with our customer account administration, including maintaining customer details, sending customer statements, dealing with queries from customers regarding thei click apply for full job details

We are looking for a highly motivated, responsive and caring individual who is flexible and interested in carrying out a diverse and rewarding role as a Customer Experience Coordinator. You will be based largely at our Head Office in Stockport and with some planned visits to services which will require national travel. You will work proactively with the Head of Social Care Governance and Customer click apply for full job details

Creative Support is looking for a caring, dynamic and highly motivated person to manage our varied portfolio of social care services across South Tyneside. You will be responsible for leading a highly motivated team of managers and contributing to the further development of services within the region. You must be an accomplished manager and have extensive experience and knowledge of working within click apply for full job details

We are seeking exceptional applicants for the new post of Head of Safety and Risk, based at our head office in Stockport, to lead on the management of safety and risk across our organisation. The Head of Safety and Risk will be a key member of our highly performing senior leadership team and will contribute to our wider success and positive reputation. This challenging new role would be ideal for a competent, experienced Health and Safety professional keen to take on a role that blends strategy and operational delivery. Creative Support is a national, fast growing, organisation with charitable status providing care and support to people across England with a wide range of needs. We are also a Registered Social Landlord managing over 1,000 units of supported housing. Creative Support is regulated by the CQC and Regulator of Social Housing and therefore must achieve high standards of health and safety compliance. As a large employer with over 5,000 staff nationally, we promote a culture of safety, awareness, compliance and good practice, with a commitment to keeping our staff and service users as safe as possible. This senior leadership role will include specific responsibility for: Management of the Health & Safety team and functions Providing a responsive and customer-focused Health & Safety Helpdesk Ensuring compliance with Health and Safety legislation and regulations Development and ongoing management of the Health & Safety inspection programme Oversight of incidents, accidents & RIDDOR cases (including appropriate escalation & follow up) Undertaking investigations and supporting the Executive Team with incident management, identifying root causes, leading/attending strategy meetings and implementing follow up actions Case management of insurance claims and other high risk safety cases Writing and presenting professional reports and safety briefings Providing accurate data, reports, advice and assurance to the Executive Team and Board Collaborating across departments to ensure effective safety governance & risk management Reporting to and liaising effectively with regulatory bodies & other external stakeholders Devising and implementing safety-related campaigns and the dissemination of safety information Embedding effective risk assurance, risk management and continuous improvement Oversight of our vehicles management function and line management of the Vehicles Officer Contributing to the review of the corporate Risk Register Championing a proactive culture of risk prevention and management aligned to strategic and business objectives In order to fulfil this role, you will need a track record in the management of health and safety in a health, care or housing environment, and a relevant safety qualification. You will demonstrate understanding of the Health & Safety at Work Act and other safety legislation and regulatory requirements. You will be conscientious, well organised, and able to clearly delegate to others whilst maintaining personal accountability. A proactive, assertive, and confident approach is essential, as is the ability to lead and motivate your team to provide excellent customer service and meet performance expectations and KPIs. You must demonstrate a high standard of written English, with the ability to write professional reports. You will have strong IT and data management skills, including the confident use of word, PowerPoint, spreadsheets and databases. The ability to critically read documents and accurately identify facts, issues, and root causes is essential. You will be able to research and evaluate information, and take responsibility for staying up to date with changing legislation, case law and emerging good practice. You will be required to handle information of a confidential nature and must observe the highest standards of diligence and professionalism, with excellent attention to detail. You must be able to represent Creative Support in a credible and assuring manner, and liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders. We will support your ongoing professional development with access to training and membership of professional networks. Benefits of working with Creative Support: Flexible working arrangements High level of training and development through our Creative Academy Pension with company contribution Free life assurance 30 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday Friendly, supportive work environment Career development opportunities Other benefits including Employee Assistance Programme We can offer full time (37.5 hours) or part-time hours, subject to a minimum of 30 hours, with the expectation of some flexibility to attend evening meetings and undertake national travel. The post will be based in our Head Office in Stockport. Our offices are readily accessible via public transport, as we are based in in the centre of Stockport and close to the mainline train station. Due to the need for travel to our sites across the country, you must be a car driver with a current cleaning driving licence. We can provide a lease car or taxable monthly car allowance of £250 per month. Vacancy Reference Number: 84354 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number. Creative Support is a passionate, inclusive and anti-racist organisation with a commitment to equality and diversity. We are recognised as a Mindful Employer, a Stonewall Diversity Champion and a Disability Confident Employer and have been awarded Investors in People Gold in recognition of our commitment to our employees. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK.

We are a large national charity with our Head office based in Stockport, looking for an enthusiastic Finance Administrator to work in our friendly Finance department, responsible for administrative tasks within the transactional team, including processing invoices and working on billing portals. Full training will be provided. You will need to have excellent accuracy and attention to detail, be wel click apply for full job details