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Residential Childcare Worker / Team Leader Wellington, Somerset Full-Time Permanent Drivers Essential Applicants Must Be Aged 21+ We are currently recruiting for Residential Child Care Workers and Team Leaders to join an established children's home based in Wellington, Somerset. The home supports children and young people aged 5-18 with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD), providing a sa click apply for full job details

Senior Children's Residential Support Worker / Deputy Manager Salary: £26,832-£32,656 per year, plus a £7,200 annual sleep-in allowance MD2 Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a client for a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker / Deputy Manager. This role would suit someone with experience in a children's residential home who enjoys supporting young people and is ready to take on more lea click apply for full job details

ID: 1896 Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) Service: External Engagement Salary: - 3 Upper/SM1 (Grade 3, Point 24 = £32,635 FTE per annum, pro rata) £ 19,581 per annum for part time, 22.2 hours per week - Additionally, £480 home-based allowance FTE per annum (if homebased) Location: Homebased or Hybrid (based at our Head Office in N1) Hybrid workers typically work 2 days a week in the office but offer the flexibility to work fully remotely. Our office space is wheelchair accessible. Hours: Part-time (3 day / 22.2 hours per week). We offer flexible working arrangements - please see below for more details. Contract: Permanent Family Action & the Role's Impact: At Family Action we support people through change, challenge or crisis. It's what we've done for over 150 years. We protect children, support young people and adults and offer direct, practical help to families and communities. We see first-hand the power of family to shape lives, for better or worse, so we speak up for the importance of family in national and local policymaking, amplify family voices and represent the changing needs of families in the UK today. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and ambitious Philanthropy Managerto join Family Action in a brand-new role created to drive growth in philanthropic giving. At a pivotal moment for the organisation, as we look to continue to diversify our income streams, you will have the opportunity to build and shape our proactive major donor fundraising programme from the ground up; identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding major donors capable of making transformational gifts. Working closely with senior colleagues, trustees and service teams, you will build meaningful relationships with high-net-worth individuals and prospective donors, developing compelling funding opportunities that inspire support for Family Action's mission, creating long-term partnerships that make a lasting difference to children, families and communities across the UK. Main Responsibilities: Develop and manage a portfolio of major donor prospects and supporters, creating tailored cultivation, solicitation and stewardship plans to maximise income and engagement. Identify and qualify new major donor prospects through research, networking and referrals, building a strong and sustainable prospect pipeline. Secure five and six-figure gifts from individuals through high-quality relationship management and compelling fundraising propositions. Develop personalised donor journeys and stewardship plans that demonstrate impact and encourage long-term support. Work with senior leaders, trustees and colleagues across the organisation to engage major donors and prospects effectively. Prepare high-quality funding proposals, donor reports, briefing documents and presentations. Ensure accurate recording of donor interactions, opportunities and income forecasts within the CRM system. Monitor, analyse and report on major donor fundraising performance against agreed targets and KPIs, including income and expenditure. Represent Family Action at meetings, events and networking opportunities, acting as a passionate ambassador for our work. Contribute to the development and implementation of the wider philanthropy and individual giving strategy. Main Requirements (for details check the job description and person specification) Experience of successfully managing relationships with major donors, high-net-worth individuals or other high-value supporters and securing significant gifts. Excellent relationship-building, influencing and communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders and supporters. Experience of developing and delivering donor cultivation, solicitation and stewardship plans. Strong written communication skills, including preparing compelling funding proposals, cases for support and donor reports. Experience using CRM systems to manage supporter relationships, track activity and produce reports. Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and contribute positively as part of a collaborative team. Commitment to Family Action's values and a passion for improving outcomes for children, families and communities. Appointments are subject to Family Action receiving a satisfactory disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service - Basic DBS Check. Benefits : - an annual paid leave entitlement of 30 working days plus bank holidays - up to 6% matched-pension contributions - enhanced paid sick leave and paid family leave provisions - eye care and winter flu jabs vouchers - cycle to work scheme - investing in your professional development with ongoing quality training and career development opportunities We are forward looking, ambitious and committed to continuous improvement. We are a people focused, can-do organisation, which strives for excellence in all we do and operates with mutual respect . To Apply: Click the 'Apply' link below and fill out our digital application form Closing Date: Monday 23rd November 2026 at 23:59 Interviews are scheduled to take place from 1st -10th December virtually, with slots throughout the working day and early/late slots available. For any queries, or if you would like to discuss any aspect of the selection process or the potential for flexible working, please email anthony.grant (full email addres on advert doc) All appointments with Family Action are subject to satisfactory Safer Recruitment checks. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion: We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process and you will be asked whether you require any adjustments if shortlisted for interview. We also make reasonable adjustments on the job, where required. We are committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all that we do and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Intersectionality is important to us and we welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ candidates and disabled candidates . We are committed to increasing the representation of these groups at Family Actionbecause we know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for families and children and we strive for our workforce to be truly representative of the diverse communities we support. All candidates with a disability are welcome to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme and request priority consideration for an interview, provided they meet the essential criteria for the role. To help remove financial barriers to working with us, we will reimburse reasonable travel costs if you are invited to attend an interview in person. Ordinarily Family Action appoints new starters at the starting point of the salary scale (with subsequent annual pay progression), unless you have experience that would justify appointment further up the salary scale or there are any other exceptional reasons.

About the Role This is an opportunity to lead a residential service where quality, dignity and person-centred support genuinely matter. As the Registered Manager, you will have day-to-day responsibility for the leadership and running of a residential home supporting adults with learning disabilities and complex needs within Ravenswood Village. You will lead with visibility, compassion and accountability, creating an environment where people are supported to live meaningful, fulfilling lives with choice, independence and belonging. Working within a values-led and regulated environment, you will ensure the service is safe, compliant and high performing, while also creating a warm and homely environment for the people who live there. This role requires registration under the Health and Social Care Act (2008) and offers the opportunity to lead a committed team within one of the UK's leading providers of support for people with neurodevelopmental disabilities. Your Day to Day You will: Lead the day-to-day running of the residential home Ensure high-quality, person-centred support is consistently delivered Promote Active Support and lifelong learning approaches Support people to make choices, manage risk positively and live fulfilling lives Lead, coach and develop Deputy Managers, Team Leaders and Support Workers Oversee recruitment, supervision, performance and staff development Ensure compliance with CQC regulations, safeguarding and health & safety requirements Monitor budgets, resources and overall service performance Work collaboratively with families, professionals and internal support services Maintain accurate reporting, records and regulatory documentation Drive continuous improvement and service quality across the home Qualifications, Training & Experience You will bring: Experience within residential care services, including leadership or supervisory responsibility Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities and complex needs Strong understanding of person-centred approaches and risk management Knowledge of CQC standards, safeguarding and relevant legislation Strong leadership, coaching and people management skills Experience managing staff performance and service delivery Ability to work confidently under pressure and make balanced decisions Good IT and administrative skills It would strengthen your application if you have: NVQ Level 5 in Health & Social Care or RNLD qualification Experience managing regulated residential services Experience leading change and service improvement Knowledge of Active Support and Systematic Instruction Experience supporting transitions into supported living Reward & Benefits We believe great support starts with great staff. Here's what we offer: Fully funded induction and training 25 days annual leave + 8 Bank Holidays (FTE) Enhanced parental pay Employee Assistance Programme Health cash plan covering dental, optical, and therapy treatments, with virtual GP access, private consultations, and wellbeing tools via the My Medicash App Blue Light Card scheme access Cycle to Work scheme £300 refer-a-friend bonus Career development pathway Free on-site parking A supportive, experienced team and management A bit more information: The Elms is a large two-storey house within the Ravenswood Estate, home to seven residents aged in their 60s and 70s with mild to moderate neurodevelopmental disabilities, including learning disabilities, and additional needs such as autism, epilepsy, cerebral palsy, dementia, and mobility challenges. Most residents are verbal, using clear speech, facial expressions, or visual prompts to communicate. Residents enjoy a relaxed, social lifestyle with hobbies including arts and crafts, knitting, music, TV, and trips to coffee shops. Some are sociable; others prefer a quieter routine. The house includes self-contained flats, a dedicated arts room, and a garden with countryside views. Support is provided 24/7 with a 3-week rota pattern and most shifts running 07:00 to 21:00. As with all Norwood services, the people we support lead the way, the rota flexes to fit their needs, not the other way around. You'll be joining a stable and values-led team committed to Kindness, Respect, Belonging, and Empowerment. Safe Recruitment: Norwood is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children, young people, and adults we support. This role is subject to safer recruitment checks in line with CQC Regulation 19, and appointment is conditional upon satisfactory pre-employment checks, including Right to Work in the UK and a DBS check appropriate to the role. Disclaimer: At Norwood, we welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates. At this time, Norwood is not a UK Home Office licensed sponsor and is unable to offer visa sponsorship.

Salary: Balham Home- Waking Nights: £30,227 or Days: £29,635 & Ealing Home- Waking Nights: £30,227 or Days: £27,929 Contract: Full time/ Permanent Hours: 40 hours per week (including weekends, bank holidays and occasional sleep-ins) Day Shifts: work between 8 am and 10:30 pm Waking Night Shifts: work between 10 pm and 8 am Additional Benefits: £50 per sleep-in Time-and-a-half pay for overtime (over 40 hours per week) and bank holidays Two weekends off per month Locations: Ealing (W13) and Balham (SW12) Looking for fantastic career progression, excellent training and therapeutic support? Join our committed and professional team and make a difference to young people living in residential care, where no two days are the same! 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 caring 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. We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do. We provide positive and life-changing support experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home. Our offering in underpinned by therapeutic expertise and young people in our care also benefit from extensive life-skills and participation opportunities as well and learning support regarding their education. 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. St Christopher's Academy At St Christopher's, we offer more than a job in social care- we offer a real career pathway. You'll have the chance to build your skills, grow your knowledge, and make a lasting difference to young people's lives, as well as your own. When you join us, you'll receive a tailored development plan designed around your goals. Whether you want to move into a different service, progress into a leadership role, or just explore your current role further, we'll support you every step of the way. If you want to learn more aboutSt Christopher's Academy, please clickhere Our development programme, St Christopher's Academy, is built to help you reach your full potential - and the results speak for themselves: 84% of our Team Leaders, Deputies, and Managers are promoted internally. About the Role As a Support Worker in a Children's Home, you will provide direct support and care for our young people, who have complex emotional and mental health difficulties (such as trauma and loss) and can struggle to regulate their emotions. Working within a therapeutic framework, you will develop a direct programme of work aimed at developing authentic relationships with our children and young people (aged between12 - 17 years old), you will also have responsibility for making sure our those in our care are safe, providing support, liaison with other external professionals and completion of support documents to record information. If applying for the Waking Night role, you will have the additional support of an on-call manager should there be any emergencies. Further to this, you will be involved in monthly team meetings and receive monthly one-to-one supervision with your manager. Applicants should have Minimum of 1 years' experience working and supporting Young People in residential, semi-independent, fostering settings or youth work centres, caring for Children and Young People with emotional behavioural difficulties, neurodivergent or SEND, etc. Willingness to achieve the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare within 2 years as per Children's Homes Regulations 2015 (England) Genuine commitment to working with and supporting children and Young People to achieve their full potential; with the ability to build and promote trusted relationships while maintaining professional boundaries. An understanding of the issues facing children and Young People and a basic understanding of safeguarding Regulations and Procedures. The ability to cope effectively with challenging behaviour. Good communication and team working skills. Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays, and if applicable, sleep-in's. Commitment to undertake any mandatory training (outside of working hours) and continuous learning to ensure a high level of service. Creativity, enthusiasm and energy to inspire and encourage young people to achieve their goals. What you should expect from us Competitive pay. 4 weeks full induction and training program (paid). Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services, Tailored career development plan through our"St Christopher's Academy". Industry leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children's right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and social pedagogy. 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years' service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata. 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 both in store and online. Discretionary funded training programs for you to explore and attain new and relevant skills. Employee awards based on performance and length of service. 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. Your online application must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. CV's will not be accepted. Application Process Application:Complete our online form and include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. Please note that applications without supporting statement will not be accepted. Interview:Shortlisted candidates attend a face-to-face interview at our Putney office. Second Stage:Successful candidates will visit the home they applied to. We advise applying as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Important 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 applyfor 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 aSelf-Declaration and Disclosureform which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked. It is a requirement that practitioners working in Children Homes are qualified with the Diploma 3 in residential childcare within 2 years of starting in the job role. (Children Home Regulations England 2015). St Christopher's provide access and funding to undertake this qualification. Applicants who have Citizenship or Visa status restrictions that may preclude them from being able to meet the qualification requirement may be considered for other options such as fixed term contracts. Each applicant's situation will be assessed as part of the recruitment process.

Salary: £27,823 per annum - Day Support Worker (primary base: North Kensington or Lewisham) £30,119 per annum - Waking Night Support Worker (primary base: North Kensington only) Shifts: 40 hours per week on a shift rota, including weekends and bank holidays. Day Shifts: work between 8 am and 10:30 pm Waking Night Shifts: work between 10 pm and 8 am Contract: Full time/ Permanent Overtime: Paid at time and a half for hours worked beyond 40 hours per week and for bank holiday working. Locations: North Kensington, W10 / Lewisham, SE13 If you are passionate about helping young people, adaptable and if you are looking for a rewarding role offering professional development and career progression, we would love to hear from you. 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 caring 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. We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do. We provide positive and life-changing support experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home. Our offering in underpinned by therapeutic expertise and young people in our care also benefit from extensive life-skills and participation opportunities as well and learning support regarding their education. 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 and gender-diverse identities. St Christopher's Academy At St Christopher's, we offer more than a job in social care- we offer a real career pathway. You'll have the chance to build your skills, grow your knowledge and make a lasting difference to young people's lives as well as your own. When you join us, you will receive a tailored development plan designed around your goals. Whether you want to move into a different service, progress into a leadership role or just explore your current role further, we will support you every step of the way. If you want to learn more about St Christopher's Academy, please click here Our development programme, St Christopher's Academy is built to help you reach your full potential - and the results speak for themselves: 84% of our Team Leaders, Deputies and Managers are promoted internally. About the Role As Support Worker in one of our Semi-Independent Homes, you will play a key role in helping young people aged 16-21 build independent and fulfilling lives. You will develop meaningful relationships with residents, ensuring their safety and wellbeing, offering guidance and maintaining accurate support records. You will also liaise with other professionals involved in their care. Support is always available - you will have the additional support of an on-call manager should there be any emergencies. You will be involved in monthly team meetings and receive monthly one-to-one supervision with your manager. As part of our commitment to a collaborative and supportive, resource sharing culture, successful candidates may be asked to work across different services from time to time (during their probationary period and throughout their employment). This will be discussed openly, supported appropriately and aligned with both organisational needs and individual development. Applicants should have At least one year's experience working with young people in a professional support role, such as children's homes, semi-independent or supported accommodation, youth work or a related setting, caring for Young People with complex or additional needs, which may include neurodiversity, mental health, sexual exploitation, criminal exploitation or risk-taking behaviours. Genuine commitment to working with and supporting children and Young People to achieve their full potential; with the ability to build and promote trusted relationships while maintaining professional boundaries. An understanding of the issues facing Young People and an understanding of safeguarding Regulations and Procedures. The ability to cope effectively with challenging behaviour. Good communication and team working skills. Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays. Commitment to undertake any mandatory training (outside of working hours) and continuous learning to ensure a high level of service. Creativity, enthusiasm and energy to inspire and encourage young people to achieve their goals. What you should expect from us Competitive salary with opportunities for performance-based pay increases. 4 weeks full induction and training program (paid). Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services; tailored career development plan through our "St Christopher's Academy". Industry leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children's right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and social pedagogy. 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years' service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata. 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 both in store and online. Discretionary funded training programs for you to explore and attain new and relevant skills. Employee awards based on performance and length of service. 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. Your online application must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. For the full Job Description and Person Specification - please see our website. CVs will not be accepted. Application Process: Application: Complete our online form and include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. Applications without supporting statement will not be considered Interview: Shortlisted candidates attend a face-to-face interview at our Putney office. Second Stage: Successful candidates will visit the home they applied to. We advise applying 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 form which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked. Applicants should ideally be registered with the DBS Update Service otherwise, DBS check will be completed by St Christopher's before employment begins.

Salary: Grade B - £25,877.80 plus anti-social hour's payment of £650 per annum . Total starting salary of £26,527.80 per annum. Hours: Full-time 37 hours per week : hours vary, Monday to Sunday, in accordance with a rolling rota. Anti-social working; evenings, weekends and bank holidays. Job Purpose: To support the delivery of Oasis Community Housing's Young People's Supported Housing Service (Ofsted registered). The service operates two 24-hour staffed supported housing projects, one for children and young people aged 16-17 with medium needs, and one for those aged 16-21 with complex needs. To provide trauma informed, holistic, personalised support to children and young people, which is in line with relevant pathway and safety plans. To work closely with Gateshead Council, including Children's Services, to ensure children and young people achieve the best outcomes, in line with project specific aims and objectives. Under the guidance of the Team Leader and Registered Service Manager, to ensure the service is compliant with the Supported Accommodation Regulations and we maintain successful Ofsted registration for these projects. Organisation Context: Oasis Community Housing (OCH) is a Christian response to homelessness and disadvantage providing housing, support and other services. The support provided aims to develop life skills that will enable people to live successful independent lives. Oasis Community Housing is part of the Oasis group of charities. The group includes charities dedicated to education, housing and campaigning against human trafficking and we work to a common vision of creating communities in which everyone can thrive and reach their God-given potential. We welcome applicants from all faiths or none, but it is important that all employees understand and sympathise with the Christian vision, ethos and culture of the organisation. However, it will be an occupational requirement that a practising Christian is needed for some specified roles. This will be highlighted in the qualifications section of the job description and will be clearly stated in the job advert. Oasis Community Housing is an experienced charity, with its Central Office in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear. This post is located in Gateshead, within the two registered supported housing projects. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, meeting essential criteria and Enhanced DBS (dependent on role). Project specific: Our projects are places of safety, Psychologically Informed Environments (PIE), from which we work with children and young people using person-led, holistic, trauma-informed and solution-focused approaches. We aim to provide accommodation and support that helps children and young people find self-worth and the belief that they deserve a better future, supporting them in safe, positive transitions including where relevant from care into more independent accommodation, and from childhood to adulthood; providing holistic support to gain essential life skills, achieve health outcomes, to realise and achieve their aspirations, and reach their full potential. This role is based in a new service, which goes live on 1st June 2025: • A 24-7 staffed 8 bed Ofsted registered supported housing project for young people aged 16-21 with complex needs. • A 24-7 staffed 5 bed Ofsted registered supported housing project for young people aged 16-17 with medium needs. Duties & Responsibilities: • To provide holistic (mental, physical, emotional, spiritual) support to children and young people within our supported housing projects, in accordance with the ethos and values of Oasis Community Housing. Ensuring support provision is personalised to individual needs, and progress is regularly reviewed. • To engage in multi-disciplinary team (MDT) approaches to support children and young people, including working closely with Children's Services and other professionals and partner agencies. To include; attending meetings and effective information sharing. • To ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are adhered to in your practices, and that concerns are reported appropriately and expediently, both internally, and externally, as needed. • To navigate challenging situations effectively and sensitively. • To maintain records needed to ensure excellent and consistent support provision; maintaining comprehensive case files, using our In-Form data system, completing reports and assisting in the measurement of outcomes. • To ensure the Project Handbook, including the service expectations, are explained to children and young people at the point of entry; being reiterated, and enforced as needed. • To deal with informal complaints made by residents in accordance with OCH's procedures. • To organise and encourage activities which are of interest to those being supported. • To support the active participation of residents in project design, delivery and evaluation; working with our Co-Production Worker to encourage involvement, and assisting in recording access and engagement. • To work in accordance with regulatory requirements. Under the guidance of the Team Leader and Head of Supported Housing (Registered Service Manager) to ensure your practices are compliant with the Supported Accommodation Regulations. • To clean the office space and communal areas, and support those living in our service to keep their rooms/properties clean. • To work closely with Housing Management Team colleagues. • To attend regular supervision sessions with your line manager • To attend relevant training sessions as required by the role / your line manager • To undertake any other reasonable duties as required • To ensure all working practice and interactions are in line with organisational ethos and values • To be able to work in any Oasis Community Housing project as required. Personal Specification/Key Competencies: Qualifications: • Relevant qualification to NVQ Level 3 (Essential)

Women's Project Supervisor Hours of work: Full-Time, 37.5 per week (Monday - Friday) Contract: Permanent Salary: £31,475 to £33,475 per annum Location: Overstream House, Cambridge CB4 or at other locations within Cambridge About Us Wintercomfort works with people who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or with a history of homelessness. We provide services to aid every stage of recovery - from immediate basic welfare needs to long term help in identifying and dealing with the problems which are undermining their stability, and enabling them to engage with education, employment and specialist health services. National statistics rank the numbers of rough sleepers in Cambridge within the highest 20 UK local authorities. Wintercomfort is the only day-time service in the city, providing year-round advice and support for homeless or vulnerably housed people. Over the past three decades Wintercomfort has continued to grow and adapt to meet the needs of the homeless community. Our specialist Housing Team provides expert advice and support to help people successfully navigate the search for housing and crucially, support them to sustain life away from the street. The Women's Project at Wintercomfort is dedicated to empowering vulnerable women from diverse backgrounds who are at risk of or experiencing homelessness. Our objective is to provide comprehensive support across various critical areas, including assistance with domestic and sexual abuse, housing, benefits, debt management, and employment. About you and the Role The Women's Project Supervisor role is to work with and when appropriate deputise for the Services Manager to maintain, develop, and expand services to ensure that Wintercomfort can meet its objectives of supporting vulnerable, homeless or at risk of homelessness women to make positive changes in their lives. In addition to supporting the Services Manager with the day to day running of the centre the role holder will have line management responsibility for the Women's Project Worker team. Key Responsibilities To provide advocacy, support and information to women who have had previous experience or have experienced difficulties in interpersonal relationships including domestic abuse, sexual abuse, loss of children and relationship break down to improve self-esteem, self-confidence and general wellbeing. To coordinate a wide range of engaging opportunities to access practical support on a 1:1 basis, such as basic life skills. To work with the Project Worker team to ensure women Service Users have access to other specialist practical support in order to find meaningful occupation - employment, education/ training, volunteering, social activities To provide regular 1:1 key working session which will include discussing subjects such as long-term goals, financing and budgeting, benefits and other areas of problematic life in order to provide emotional and practical support needed to make positive progress in their lives. To oversee and manage staff attending outreach services at different venues as appropriate. Including signposting to relevant provision in the city. To work closely with other agencies to meet women's support needs including but not limited to social care, CPFT, GP's, CPN's, MIND, Women's Aid, Cambridge Women's Resources Centre, Women's Haven, City Council - housing and homeless departments, Police, Landlords, welfare benefits, advocacy groups such as Centre 33 and CIAS. To provide specialised support to those experiencing sexual violence, by conducting the necessary safeguarding and risk assessments and referring to ISVA, Women's Aid, police. Working with statutory services as and when needed. To work with the Services Manager on stakeholder relationships relating to women only services. To actively participate in a range of partnership working groups in order to keep updated on development of women's only services. To have line management responsibility for the Women's Project Workers team. This would include monitoring and overseeing caseloads, key working, activities and outreach timetables, team meetings. Project admin being logged accurately and conducting regular supervisions and appraisals with each member of the team. To be responsible for managing the women's service budget, to ensure that spending is on target and to identify free resources. To organise and manage the women's group via a scheduled timetable of various engaging activities, liaising with specialist volunteers to conduct skills or development-based workshops, host special events and to advertise this with local partnerships and service users for optimal engagement. To ensure that accurate records are kept documenting the support services provided to Wintercomfort's Service Users. Ensuring that record keeping meets the requirements of internal and external monitoring of outcomes, assisting with reports and case studies to funders. One of our core values at Wintercomfort is to recognise and reward our staff as our greatest asset. We realise that it's our people who have helped us to become a well-respected charity that helps to make a positive change to homeless people's lives. We want to continue to deliver excellent, relevant services for the homeless in Cambridge by attracting and retaining talented and motivated people. If you choose to come and work with us, you will find that we offer: Benefits - You will be eligible for benefits and services, including pension scheme, death in service benefit and free counselling and clinical supervision. A supported work environment - You will receive a comprehensive induction, and you will have a probation period to provide a supportive framework for reviewing your progress and discussing your training and development needs. You will be expected to have developed the skills to fulfil all role requirements within this period. Appropriate objectives will be discussed, agreed and reviewed regularly with your Line Manager so that your performance can be measured against these. Training - We recognise the importance of having a motivated and effective staff team. We offer on-going training to support you in your role. Closing date: Midday, Friday 30th October 2026 Interviews will be held on Friday 6th of November 2026. 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. We are committed to a proactive approach to equality, which includes supporting and encouraging all underrepresented groups, promoting an inclusive culture and valuing diversity. We make selection decisions based on personal merit and an objective assessment against the criteria required for the post. We do not treat job applicants or members of staff less favourably than one another on the grounds of sex (including gender reassignment), marital or parental status, race, ethnic or national origin, colour, disability (including HIV status), sexual orientation, religion, age or socio-economic factors. This role requires an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and references. Any offer of employment we make to you will be conditional upon the satisfactory completion of this check; whether an outcome is satisfactory will be determined by Wintercomfort for the homeless. No agencies please.

Children's Residential Support Worker Crewkerne, Somerset Full Time, Permanent £29,767 - £31,579 per annum (£14.31 - £15.18 per hour) £50 per sleep-in Bring Your Energy. Help Children Thrive. We're looking for compassionate, resilient people to join our team in Crewkerne and help create a safe, stable home where children can feel valued, build confidence, and enjoy childhood. This role is about much more than care. It's about being the trusted adult who encourages a child to try something new, celebrates their achievements, teaches life skills, and helps them believe in their future. Our home is a spacious four-bedroom detached property supporting two children , giving you the opportunity to build meaningful relationships and provide genuinely individualised support. Located close to the town centre, the home has easy access to schools, community activities, local amenities, and outdoor spaces that help children learn, grow, and develop independence. We're looking for people who bring warmth, empathy, positivity, and good energy into the home. Whether your interests are sport, music, cooking, fitness, gaming, arts and crafts, or the outdoors, your personality, hobbies, and life experience can help children discover new opportunities and build confidence. What You'll Be Doing Building positive, trusting relationships with children and young people. Providing day-to-day care, guidance, and emotional support. Supporting children to develop confidence, independence, and life skills. Encouraging involvement in education, hobbies, activities, and community opportunities. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children at all times. Managing challenging situations using therapeutic and child-centred approaches. Working alongside colleagues and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes. Celebrating children's achievements and milestones along the way. What We're Looking For Experience supporting children, young people, or adults with complex needs, emotional and behavioural difficulties, or behaviours that challenge. Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. A genuine passion for helping children achieve positive outcomes. Full UK driving licence. Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and sleep-ins. Willingness to complete a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare if not already qualified. Most importantly, you'll be someone who can see beyond behaviour, build trust, and provide the consistency and encouragement children need to thrive. What's In It For You? £29,767 - £31,579 per annum (£14.31 - £15.18 per hour) £50 per sleep-in Ofsted Bonus Scheme Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare Comprehensive induction and specialist training Career progression opportunities Clinical support through our Homes & Horizons therapeutic model 28 days annual leave, increasing with service Free meals whilst on shift Blue Light Card eligibility Unum Healthcare & Aviva Digicare Employee Assistance Programme Shopping, holiday, cinema and travel discounts Everyone's Welcome At Homes2Inspire, we're committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We warmly welcome applications from all backgrounds, including people with care experience. Care leavers who meet the minimum criteria will be guaranteed an interview through our Care Leaver Interview Scheme. Male colleagues are currently underrepresented within our residential children's services and we particularly welcome applications from men, although all appointments are made solely on merit. All successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks in line with Ofsted requirements. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Ready to Join Us? If you're caring, energetic, and ready to help children build confidence, life skills, and positive memories, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and start your journey with Homes2Inspire.

We're looking for a Innovative, organised and resilient Service Manager to join our Mental Health Social Care Services in Tower Hamlets. £43,000.60 per hour annum, working 40 hours per week. Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here. Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day. Our benefits include: Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service A generous pension - we will contribute up to 8% and life assurance cover up to 3x Pensionable Salary (T&Cs apply) Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card Fully paid induction programme and further training ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support Online wellbeing resources Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution Free DBS All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. Tabard Court provides specialist step-down support and accommodation for men with significant mental health needs and offending histories. The working pattern for this role includes; Mon-Fri, 9-5pm with flexible working when required What you'll do: The Service Manager is responsible for the effective management of all aspects of service delivery, including line management of relevant frontline staff and effective management of stakeholder relationships. 1. Service Leadership, Customer Knowledge and Relational Practice Maintain an up-to-date working knowledge of every customer's baseline presentation, communication style, routines, relationships, strengths, vulnerabilities, triggers, early warning signs, protective factors, risk factors, medication arrangements, legal or forensic restrictions and agreed support and risk-management plans. Remain visible and accessible within the service and have sufficient direct contact with customers to identify subtle changes that may not be apparent through scheduled keywork, handovers or electronic records. This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead. About you: Personal Attributes Ability to lead and motivate staff to deliver excellent services and maintain clear standards in a complex, dynamic environment. Calm, resilient and able to remain thoughtful and professionally boundaried when faced with hostility, threats, conflict, uncertainty or professional disagreement. Practical, logical and well organised, with the ability to manage multiple competing clinical, operational, housing, staffing and contractual priorities. Confident, respectful, articulate and sensitive in communication, with the ability to build trust while maintaining What you'll bring: Essential: Educated to degree level or equivalent experience. Experience of managing contracts and resources and delivering to budget and performance targets. Experience of delivering to housing-management performance targets and managing tenancy sustainment within supported accommodation or a comparable setting. Desirable: CMI/NVQ Level 4 or higher, or equivalent management qualification. Other relevant professional membership or specialist qualification. Formal training in structured professional judgement tools such as HCR-20 or START. About us: Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us. We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values: We focus on Excellence and innovation. We are Caring and Compassionate. We are Inclusive and Trusted. We work in Partnership and are One-Team. Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds. Please see our website for full Job description

Every child deserves support through grief. Join Guy's Gift to provide compassionate bereavement support to children, young people and families across Coventry and Warwickshire. We're looking for a Community Based Bereavement Support Worker or Community Based Bereavement Counsellor to help children and young people navigate grief, build resilience and access the support they need. Working across community settings, you will deliver high-quality support that is timely, child-centred and responsive to the needs of each family. Location: Hybrid/home-based with travel across Coventry and Warwickshire Hours: 17.5 hours per week Salary: • Bereavement Support Worker: £23,500-£25,500 FTE (£11,750-£12,750 pro rata) • Bereavement Counsellor: £25,500-£27,500 FTE (£12,750-£13,750 pro rata) Contract: Initial 12-month fixed-term contract Reporting to: Delivery Team Leader Closing date: Wednesday 11th November 2026 at midday About Guy's Gift Guy's Gift supports children, young people and families who are experiencing bereavement and change. Our work is rooted in compassion and respect, and we believe that no child should face grief alone. We are passionate about ensuring that every child and young person has access to timely and meaningful support when they need it most. Appointment will be made as either a Community Based Bereavement Support Worker or Community Based Bereavement Counsellor depending on qualifications, professional registration and experience. This role provides compassionate, child-centred support to children, young people and families affected by bereavement, helping them navigate grief, build resilience and access support within their communities. About the Role Deliver direct support to bereaved children and young people across Coventry and Warwickshire through group work, one-to-one bereavement support or counselling, and Support to Support pathways for families and professionals. Work closely with the Delivery Team Leader and wider team to help children and young people access the most appropriate support in a timely and meaningful way. Contribute to assessments with families and identify appropriate pathways of support. Work independently, using professional judgement to build positive relationships across schools, community venues and family environments. Contribute to a small, reflective and supportive team where collaboration, compassion and safe practice are central to how we work. Make a meaningful difference to bereaved children and young people within the local community. How to Apply Applications are made by completing the Guy's Gift application form. We adhere to safer recruitment and do not accept CVs alone in application for any position with the charity. Please find a full application pack on the Guy's Gift website.

As a Family Practitioner, you'll play a vital role in supporting children and families to achieve positive and lasting change. You'll manage a varied caseload, delivering tailored interventions that respond to each family's unique circumstances. Working closely with Social Workers and other professionals, you'll contribute to assessments and help develop family plans that put children's needs at the heart of decision-making. You'll join a dedicated team using the strengths-based Hampshire Approach to empower families and keep more children safely at home. Through practical support, relationship-building, and solution-focused interventions, you'll help families build on their strengths and overcome challenges, making a real difference to their lives. What you'll do Work directly with children, parents, and carers to provide practical and emotional support. Arrange resources and help families access services such as transport, care, and housing. Build positive relationships and work collaboratively with professionals. Use mediation and negotiation skills to improve family relationships. Undertake assessments and Children in Need visits alongside Social Workers. Prepare clear reports and maintain accurate records. What we're looking for Experience supporting children, young people, and families. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Skilled in mediation and managing challenging situations. Ability to produce clear reports and use IT systems confidently. Flexible, adaptable, and committed to inclusive practice. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Why join us Join a supportive team that values collaboration and professional development. Flexible working options, including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working. Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK. Other job titles you may be searching for: Family Support Worker, Family Support Practitioner, Children's Services Practitioner, Early Help Practitioner, Family Intervention Worker, Case Worker.

Family Support Worker - Kentown £27,000 + Company Car (with an approx. retail value of £23,000-26,000, taxable benefit in kind of £6-£8k) and other excellent benefits This role covers Lancashire- Preston and Blackpool. Weekly team meetings in Lancaster. About the role: We are looking to appoint a Family Support Worker on a full-time basis (35 hours, 5 days per week), to deliver a high-quality family support service as part of our Kentown Care Team to families in the local area, at a time where they need it most. Reporting to the Family Support Manager of the Kentown Care Team and working in partnership with health, education and social care professionals, you will take responsibility for providing needs-led emotional, social and practical support to families where a child or young person has a life threatening or terminal illness. You will enjoy responsibility for managing your own schedule, remaining flexible to the needs of the families on your caseload. Having worked in a demanding and emotional environment you have a genuine interest in building supportive relationships and helping people; and having provided bereavement support to families, you understand processes of grief, loss and change - and how best to help others deal with its impact. Location : This role covers Lancashire- Preston and Blackpool. Weekly team meetings in Lancaster. Download the full Job Description & Person Specification What we're looking for: An experienced child health, education or social care professional - applications will be particularly welcome from those who have worked in a community environment and those with a recognised qualification in education, health or social care A warm, inclusive approach to achieving goals quickly and correctly Practiced in child protection, information sharing and the rules around data protection - you lead by example, drawing on your own professional experience and working within established guidelines Practical and people-oriented - you will thrive working at a fast pace whilst maintaining accuracy and be a confident user of IT (including MS Office) A persuasive and open communicator - you will work collaboratively with your team and volunteers to ensure delivery of a high-quality service and support fundraising colleagues by writing case studies and family updates A practical knowledge of diversity issues affecting children, young people and their families - aware that being responsive to other's needs and concerns, is essential. What we offer: We are proud to be a Best Companies Two-Star rated organisation, an outstanding place to work! As a Top 10 Charity, we have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, including: Control over your own schedule, based on the needs of families on your caseload, to balance home and working life Company car for front line care posts (car P11D value of £23,000-26,000, taxable benefit in kind of £6-£8k) Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3% A life assurance scheme for all employees which provides a death in service benefit of three times' basic pay. 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays - rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 days to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time) The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping Time off in Lieu Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth. If you'd like to find out more about these benefits and working with us, please visit our website. More information about us and our recruitment process can be found on our website. Development opportunities: As part of our learning and development Anne Harris Skills Development Programme, we aim to provide a high level of training and development opportunities for all staff, so you are able to perform to the best of your ability, achieve individual and team objectives aligned to Rainbow Trusts strategic plan, supporting staff to be their best and feel a valued member of a high performing organisation. Our Family Support Teams are given the opportunity to complete a number of diverse training courses in their first 12 months , including but not limited to: Mental Health First Aid, Makaton, counselling skills, introduction to play. The programme aims to provide a building block for you to individually tailor your own learning and development needs. About us: Rainbow Trust Children's Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that. How to apply: Please visit our website and complete an application form. Closing date: 19 November 2026 Interview dates: Interview dates to be confirmed For a full job description and person specification visit our website Please disclose on your application form if you have used AI for any part of your job application. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. Additional information: Interviews will take place at our Kentown Care Team Office, we will only contact those applicants who have been successful. If you require any adjustments during the interview process, please let us know as part of your application. There will be a requirement for a full current driver's license to accommodate team and family need and an enhanced DBS disclosure. Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Job Title: Young Person's Supported Accommodation 16+ Southwark (including Ofsted Registered) Responsible to: Project Team Leader, Southwark Location: Working at properties across the Borough of Southwark Salary: Band B: £25,266.93 per annum full time equivalent, plus London Weighting of £4,000 per annum (FTE), plus anti-social hours payment of £650 per annum (FTE). Total Salary: £29,916.93 per annum Hours: Average of 37 hours per week over a 4 week rolling rota period. Hours vary, Monday to Sunday, in accordance with rota, and include anti-social working; sleep-in shifts, evenings, weekends and bank holidays. Benefits: Oasis Community Housing operates a contributory group personal pension plan and in accordance with the Pension Act 2008, if eligible, you will be automatically enrolled into the Oasis Trust pension scheme. Currently all staff in our pension scheme are required to contribute a minimum of 2% of their salary. The employer contribution is currently set at a contribution of 7%. Oasis Community Housing life assurance policy, through Omnilife, is open to all staff who earn in excess of £6000 per annum. 25 days holiday per year, plus statutory holidays, increasing to 30 days per annum after 2 completed years' service Anti-social Working: Working hours include evenings, weekends and bank holidays. Flexibility is required around public holidays, and annual leave restrictions may be considered over Christmas and New Year period. Job Purpose: To support the delivery of Oasis Community Housing's Young People's Supported Housing Service (including an Ofsted Registered project). The service supports 56 young people at any given time; in one 16-bed Ofsted Registered 24-hour staffed supported housing project for 16-21 years olds with medium-high needs, plus visiting support to young people living in properties across the North of the Borough. To provide trauma informed, holistic, personalised support to children and young people, which is in line with relevant pathway and safety plans. To work closely with Southwark Council, including Children's Services, to ensure children and young people achieve the best outcomes, in line with project specific aims and objectives. Under the guidance of the Team Leader and Registered Service Manager, to ensure the service is compliant with the Supported Accommodation Regulations and we maintain successful Ofsted registration for the relevant project. Organisation Context: Oasis Community Housing (OCH) is a Christian response to homelessness and disadvantage providing housing, support and other specialised services. The support provided aims to develop life skills that will enable people to live successful independent lives. Oasis Community Housing is part of the Oasis group of charities. The group includes national charities dedicated to education, housing, and campaigning against human trafficking and we work to a common vision of creating communities in which everyone can thrive and reach their God-given potential. We welcome applicants from all faiths or none, but it is important that all employees understand and sympathise with the Christian vision, ethos and culture of the organisation. However, it will be an occupational requirement that a practising Christian is needed for some specified roles. This will be highlighted in the qualifications section of the job description and will be clearly stated in the job advert. Oasis Community Housing is an experienced charity, with its Central Office in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, and projects across the North-East and London. This post is based in the London Borough of Southwark. Project Specific: Our projects are places of safety, Psychologically Informed Environments (PIE), from which we work with children and young people using person-led, holistic, trauma-informed and solution-focused approaches. We aim to provide accommodation and support that helps children and young people find self-worth and the belief that they deserve a better future, supporting them in safe, positive transitions including where relevant from care into more independent accommodation, and from childhood to adulthood; providing holistic support to gain essential life skills, achieve health outcomes, to realise and achieve their aspirations, and reach their full potential. We are commissioned by Southwark Council to provide this service, which currently consists of: A 24-7 staffed 16 bed Ofsted registered supported housing project for young people aged 16-21. A 4 bed property for young mums and their babies/toddler age children - with a staff office, visiting staff support Mon-Fri 9-5, and on call support outside of working hours. A 6 bed property for young mums and their babies/toddler age children - with visiting staff support Mon-Fri 9-5, and on call support outside of working hours. A 7 bed supported accommodation for young people (Christchurch - made up of self-contained flats, and flats allowing for sharing a bathroom/kitchen with one other) - with a staff office, visiting support Mon-Fri 9-5, and on call support outside of working hours. A number of 4-5 bed properties, for young people with visiting staff support Mon-Fri 9-5, and on call support outside of working hours. Duties & Responsibilities: To provide holistic (mental, physical, emotional, spiritual) support to children and young people within our supported housing projects, in accordance with the ethos and values of Oasis Community Housing. Ensuring support provision is personalised to individual needs, and progress is regularly reviewed. To engage in multi-disciplinary team (MDT) approaches to support children and young people, including working closely with Children's Services and other professionals and partner agencies. To include; attending meetings and effective information sharing. To ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are adhered to in your practices, and that concerns are reported appropriately and expediently, both internally, and externally, as needed. To navigate challenging situations effectively and sensitively. To maintain records needed to ensure excellent and consistent support provision; maintaining comprehensive case files, using our In-Form data system, completing reports and assisting in the measurement of outcomes. To ensure the Project Handbook, including the service expectations, are explained to children and young people at the point of entry; being reiterated, and enforced as needed. To deal with informal complaints made by residents in accordance with OCH's procedures. To organise and encourage activities which are of interest to those being supported. To support the active participation of residents in project design, delivery and evaluation; working with our Head of Service Improvement to encourage involvement, and assisting in recording access and engagement. To work in accordance with regulatory requirements. Under the guidance of the Team Leader and Head of Supported Housing (Registered Service Manager) to ensure your practices are compliant with the Supported Accommodation Regulations. To clean the office space and communal areas, and support those living in our service to keep their rooms/properties clean. To work closely with Housing Management Team colleagues. To attend regular supervision sessions with your line manager To attend relevant training sessions as required by the role / your line manager To undertake any other reasonable duties as required To ensure all working practice and interactions are in line with organisational ethos and values To be able to work in any Oasis Community Housing project as required. Personal Specification/Key Competencies: Qualifications Relevant qualification to NVQ Level 3 (Essential) Work Experience: At least 2 years' experience as a Support Worker, including needs and risk assessment, delivery of holistic support, health and safety, working closely with partner agencies to provide support (Essential) Experience working with children and young people, especially those experiencing homelessness including leaving the care system, and related issues including mental ill health, trauma, abuse, alcohol and substance misuse and offending (Essential) Experience of using person centred support plans (Desirable) Experience working in the safeguarding arena (Desirable) Experience of participating in MDT meetings (Desirable) Experience of working in registered/regulated services (Desirable) Skills, Knowledge & Aptitude: A mature, professional and flexible approach; excellent personal emotional intelligence and self-awareness, with an ability to work calmly under pressure (Essential) Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build effective working relationships with other organisations (Essential) Ability to effectively use computer software packages, and to maintain accurate records i.e. Microsoft Office (Essential) Emotionally Resilient (Essential) Ability to develop and maintain professional staff/resident boundaries (Essential) Able to work on own initiative (Essential) Able to work as an integral member of a team (Essential) Must be able to respond flexibly to the needs of those living in our properties (Essential) Able to work unsocial hours including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, Monday-Sunday (Essential)