About the team This is a very exciting time to be joining Impetus as we aim to support more young people this year than ever before in our history. We are looking for a highly organised and motivated Team Administrator who is excited by the prospect of working for an ambitious Philanthropy team in a sector leading charity. In this varied role, you will have the opportunity to support a variety of different types of donor engagement, including volunteering, pro bono, and events, as well as partnership management, in particular corporate partnerships. The Philanthropy team raises income for Impetus and for Impetus partner charities. There are thirteen members of the team who are responsible for fundraising, events, and donor engagement, as well as collaborating with colleagues across the organisation to ensure we make a compelling case to generate new financial commitments and wider support for our work. The team also delivers a high-quality engagement programme of volunteering and pro bono for Impetus's corporate supporters. Impetus has an annual income of over £10 million which we are looking to grow to £12-14 million within the next few years. Impetus is driven by a shared belief in tackling the barriers that hold back young people from disadvantaged backgrounds in education and employment. Alongside investing extensive financial and non-financial support in our charity partners through our Investment Team we also seek to influence decision makers to design and implement evidence led policy and direct new resources to get young people the support they need through our Public Affairs team. We are resolutely focused on outcomes, driven by quality evidence. You would be joining a team that is passionate, rigorous, determined and warm. We care deeply for our colleagues, our charity partners and the young people we serve. About this role This is an exciting opportunity for an excellent team player with enviable administrative and organisational skills. We are looking for someone with charity sector experience who is passionate about supporting and creating efficient and effective processes to enable our team to raise more money to support more young people. The Team Administrator is a highly professional and proactive individual with excellent attention to detail who will directly support a busy and committed team. We will expect the successful candidate to come into the office at least two days a week as well as attending a range of fundraising events throughout the year, including two evening events and one weekend event, for which they will receive TOIL. Key responsibilities Team Support Calendar management for the Philanthropy Team, especially the Director of Philanthropy and Partnerships, including arranging external meetings for senior fundraisers. On-site support at events as required. Draft content for internal and external audiences, such as the internal newsletter, team updates or materials on programmes for funders. Manage incoming enquires quickly and professionally. Create and maintain efficient processes for managing and recording fundraising enquiries and information on the CRM system (Salesforce). Support room bookings when required. Salesforce Be the point of contact for creating Salesforce reports to help drive fundraising activity. Support the logging of meeting notes on Salesforce working with fundraisers to ensure effective knowledge management and appropriate follow-up. Support management of Salesforce accounts, ensuring accuracy and up to date information is recorded. Support the creation and development of individual dashboards to help track and increase fundraising. Responsible for updating Salesforce database with pro bono and volunteering project information including reporting and tracking information. Donor engagement support Assist with research on donors and prospects. Support the Pro Bono function, for instance, supporting the sourcing and stewarding of pro bono support from individuals and companies; and with the onboarding and management of pro bono partners, including inductions and ongoing communication. Manage the distribution and dissemination of supporter care materials and fundraising merchandise. Support with the preparation of templates and collateral such as presentations and donor communications. Proofreading of applications, reports and external communications. Write briefs for senior colleagues in advance of donor meetings. Demonstrate professionalism and best practice in all duties, comply with the organisation's policies and procedures and proactively support the wider team to deliver our mission effectively. Person specification Essential: Proven experience of working in an administrative role within the charity sector. Excellent and demonstrable organisational and administrative skills; with the ability to work under pressure to prioritise a busy and varied workload and meet multiple deadlines. Experience of supporting the processing of donations and financial management systems. Ability to work with minimal supervision with a pro-active, positive approach and high level of initiative to analyse problems and identify solutions. A continual focus on improving service to donors, both internal and external. Excellent written communication skills. Excellent verbal communication skills; with the ability to deal with people at all levels, internally and externally, in a confident, assertive and professional manner. Ability to work collaboratively as part of team, demonstrated by the ability to be flexible and adapt to changing situations. Excellent analytical and data reporting skills. Excellent PowerPoint and presentation skills. Experience of using databases, including input and extraction of data, reporting and experience in using Salesforce or a comparable CRM system. Excellent IT and technology skills with strong experience and/or knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, Powerpoint). Excel skills would be a benefit. Meticulous attention to detail and a high level of accuracy, with experience of setting up and maintaining administrative records and systems. A commitment to Impetus' mission. A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion We believe that a diverse workforce leads to an organisation that is more open, creative and gets better results. We want our team at Impetus to represent the diversity of the people and communities we serve. We also want our team to be one where different experiences, expertise and perspectives are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to grow and develop. We want to reach a diverse pool of candidates. We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that potential employees may need to in order to be successful. We recognise the importance of a good work/life balance. We do everything we can to accommodate flexible working, including working from home, working part-time job shares and other arrangements. Please just let us know in your application or at any stage throughout the process (and beyond) if these are options you'd like to explore. Impetus is an equal opportunity employer and is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We value diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. How to apply You will need to: Complete the online form (including the equal opportunities monitoring form). Upload a comprehensive CV and supporting statement. The supporting statement should be no more than two sides of A4 and should address the criteria in the person specification. You should also include the contact details of two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer. Referees will only be approached with your express permission. As part of our commitment to flexible working we will consider a range of options for the successful applicant. All options can be discussed at interview stage. The deadline for applications is 9am Tuesday 26th August 2025. Interviews 1st Interviews will take place on Monday 1st September 2025. 2nd Interviews will take place on Thursday 4th September 2025. You will also be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the UK. Personal Data Your personal data will be shared for the purposes of the recruitment exercise. This includes our HR team, interviewers (who may include other partners in the project and independent advisors), relevant team managers and our IT service provider if access to the data is necessary for performance of their roles. We do not share your data with other third parties, unless your application for employment is successful and we make you an offer of employment. We will then share your data with former employers to obtain references for you. We do not transfer your data outside the European Economic Area.
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
About the team This is a very exciting time to be joining Impetus as we aim to support more young people this year than ever before in our history. We are looking for a highly organised and motivated Team Administrator who is excited by the prospect of working for an ambitious Philanthropy team in a sector leading charity. In this varied role, you will have the opportunity to support a variety of different types of donor engagement, including volunteering, pro bono, and events, as well as partnership management, in particular corporate partnerships. The Philanthropy team raises income for Impetus and for Impetus partner charities. There are thirteen members of the team who are responsible for fundraising, events, and donor engagement, as well as collaborating with colleagues across the organisation to ensure we make a compelling case to generate new financial commitments and wider support for our work. The team also delivers a high-quality engagement programme of volunteering and pro bono for Impetus's corporate supporters. Impetus has an annual income of over £10 million which we are looking to grow to £12-14 million within the next few years. Impetus is driven by a shared belief in tackling the barriers that hold back young people from disadvantaged backgrounds in education and employment. Alongside investing extensive financial and non-financial support in our charity partners through our Investment Team we also seek to influence decision makers to design and implement evidence led policy and direct new resources to get young people the support they need through our Public Affairs team. We are resolutely focused on outcomes, driven by quality evidence. You would be joining a team that is passionate, rigorous, determined and warm. We care deeply for our colleagues, our charity partners and the young people we serve. About this role This is an exciting opportunity for an excellent team player with enviable administrative and organisational skills. We are looking for someone with charity sector experience who is passionate about supporting and creating efficient and effective processes to enable our team to raise more money to support more young people. The Team Administrator is a highly professional and proactive individual with excellent attention to detail who will directly support a busy and committed team. We will expect the successful candidate to come into the office at least two days a week as well as attending a range of fundraising events throughout the year, including two evening events and one weekend event, for which they will receive TOIL. Key responsibilities Team Support Calendar management for the Philanthropy Team, especially the Director of Philanthropy and Partnerships, including arranging external meetings for senior fundraisers. On-site support at events as required. Draft content for internal and external audiences, such as the internal newsletter, team updates or materials on programmes for funders. Manage incoming enquires quickly and professionally. Create and maintain efficient processes for managing and recording fundraising enquiries and information on the CRM system (Salesforce). Support room bookings when required. Salesforce Be the point of contact for creating Salesforce reports to help drive fundraising activity. Support the logging of meeting notes on Salesforce working with fundraisers to ensure effective knowledge management and appropriate follow-up. Support management of Salesforce accounts, ensuring accuracy and up to date information is recorded. Support the creation and development of individual dashboards to help track and increase fundraising. Responsible for updating Salesforce database with pro bono and volunteering project information including reporting and tracking information. Donor engagement support Assist with research on donors and prospects. Support the Pro Bono function, for instance, supporting the sourcing and stewarding of pro bono support from individuals and companies; and with the onboarding and management of pro bono partners, including inductions and ongoing communication. Manage the distribution and dissemination of supporter care materials and fundraising merchandise. Support with the preparation of templates and collateral such as presentations and donor communications. Proofreading of applications, reports and external communications. Write briefs for senior colleagues in advance of donor meetings. Demonstrate professionalism and best practice in all duties, comply with the organisation's policies and procedures and proactively support the wider team to deliver our mission effectively. Person specification Essential: Proven experience of working in an administrative role within the charity sector. Excellent and demonstrable organisational and administrative skills; with the ability to work under pressure to prioritise a busy and varied workload and meet multiple deadlines. Experience of supporting the processing of donations and financial management systems. Ability to work with minimal supervision with a pro-active, positive approach and high level of initiative to analyse problems and identify solutions. A continual focus on improving service to donors, both internal and external. Excellent written communication skills. Excellent verbal communication skills; with the ability to deal with people at all levels, internally and externally, in a confident, assertive and professional manner. Ability to work collaboratively as part of team, demonstrated by the ability to be flexible and adapt to changing situations. Excellent analytical and data reporting skills. Excellent PowerPoint and presentation skills. Experience of using databases, including input and extraction of data, reporting and experience in using Salesforce or a comparable CRM system. Excellent IT and technology skills with strong experience and/or knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, Powerpoint). Excel skills would be a benefit. Meticulous attention to detail and a high level of accuracy, with experience of setting up and maintaining administrative records and systems. A commitment to Impetus' mission. A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion We believe that a diverse workforce leads to an organisation that is more open, creative and gets better results. We want our team at Impetus to represent the diversity of the people and communities we serve. We also want our team to be one where different experiences, expertise and perspectives are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to grow and develop. We want to reach a diverse pool of candidates. We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that potential employees may need to in order to be successful. We recognise the importance of a good work/life balance. We do everything we can to accommodate flexible working, including working from home, working part-time job shares and other arrangements. Please just let us know in your application or at any stage throughout the process (and beyond) if these are options you'd like to explore. Impetus is an equal opportunity employer and is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We value diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. How to apply You will need to: Complete the online form (including the equal opportunities monitoring form). Upload a comprehensive CV and supporting statement. The supporting statement should be no more than two sides of A4 and should address the criteria in the person specification. You should also include the contact details of two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer. Referees will only be approached with your express permission. As part of our commitment to flexible working we will consider a range of options for the successful applicant. All options can be discussed at interview stage. The deadline for applications is 9am Tuesday 26th August 2025. Interviews 1st Interviews will take place on Monday 1st September 2025. 2nd Interviews will take place on Thursday 4th September 2025. You will also be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the UK. Personal Data Your personal data will be shared for the purposes of the recruitment exercise. This includes our HR team, interviewers (who may include other partners in the project and independent advisors), relevant team managers and our IT service provider if access to the data is necessary for performance of their roles. We do not share your data with other third parties, unless your application for employment is successful and we make you an offer of employment. We will then share your data with former employers to obtain references for you. We do not transfer your data outside the European Economic Area.
Location : Luminous House Contract Type : Permanent Closing Date : 18/07/2024 Salary : £29,358 per annum Specific Hours : 20 hours per week; shift work between 7am-10pm including weekends, bank holidays and occasional sleep-ins NHM1 Team Leader Children s Home South West London Looking for fantastic career progression, excellent training and therapeutic support? Join our committed and professional Team and Make a difference to Children living in residential Care. Starting Salary £14,679 per annum (£29,358 per annum full time equivalent) Shifts: 20 hours per week; shift work between 7am-10pm including weekends, bank holidays and occasional sleep-ins Sleep-ins: £50 / Overtime and Bank holidays paid time and half Location: London, Balham (SW12) 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. Watch our short video to gain an insight into our working life here at St Christopher s About the Role As Team Leader, you will be directly involved in managing the home and providing positive support for challenging young people aged 12-17. Whether shift leading or joining in with daily activities, you will also share in the leadership of the team, helping to develop staff by modelling high standards of professionalism. St Christopher s Academy At St Christopher s 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. Check out here our staff stories to see how you can develop your career with us We are proud that 84% of all our Team Leaders, Deputies and Managers are internal promotions. The successful candidate will have : Desirable professional qualification (CQSW, DipSW, NVQ3), or willingness to undertake Diploma Level 3 for Residential Childcare. One years experience working at a level of responsibility with children and young people in a residential setting. An understanding of the regulatory framework relating to the provision of residential services for children and young people. Good understanding of the needs and risks regarding children in care. Experience of taking on leadership responsibilities in a teamwork setting. Ability to build genuine and trusting relationships with young people maintaining at all times high personal and professional standards. Excellent communication and team working skills. In return we offer : Starting Salary £14,679 per annum (£29,358 per annum full time equivalent) 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. 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. Applicants will ideally already be on the DBS Update Service; if this is not the case St Christopher's will carry out a DBS (police) check prior to starting. Your online application must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. For the full Job Description and Person Specification visit our website. In order for your application to be reviewed, it must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. Please note that CV s will not be accepted. We advise to apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and this opportunity might be filled before the stated closing date. St Christopher s Fellowship has a minimum age requirement of 21 for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and semi-independent Homes.
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
Location : Luminous House Contract Type : Permanent Closing Date : 18/07/2024 Salary : £29,358 per annum Specific Hours : 20 hours per week; shift work between 7am-10pm including weekends, bank holidays and occasional sleep-ins NHM1 Team Leader Children s Home South West London Looking for fantastic career progression, excellent training and therapeutic support? Join our committed and professional Team and Make a difference to Children living in residential Care. Starting Salary £14,679 per annum (£29,358 per annum full time equivalent) Shifts: 20 hours per week; shift work between 7am-10pm including weekends, bank holidays and occasional sleep-ins Sleep-ins: £50 / Overtime and Bank holidays paid time and half Location: London, Balham (SW12) 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. Watch our short video to gain an insight into our working life here at St Christopher s About the Role As Team Leader, you will be directly involved in managing the home and providing positive support for challenging young people aged 12-17. Whether shift leading or joining in with daily activities, you will also share in the leadership of the team, helping to develop staff by modelling high standards of professionalism. St Christopher s Academy At St Christopher s 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. Check out here our staff stories to see how you can develop your career with us We are proud that 84% of all our Team Leaders, Deputies and Managers are internal promotions. The successful candidate will have : Desirable professional qualification (CQSW, DipSW, NVQ3), or willingness to undertake Diploma Level 3 for Residential Childcare. One years experience working at a level of responsibility with children and young people in a residential setting. An understanding of the regulatory framework relating to the provision of residential services for children and young people. Good understanding of the needs and risks regarding children in care. Experience of taking on leadership responsibilities in a teamwork setting. Ability to build genuine and trusting relationships with young people maintaining at all times high personal and professional standards. Excellent communication and team working skills. In return we offer : Starting Salary £14,679 per annum (£29,358 per annum full time equivalent) 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. 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. Applicants will ideally already be on the DBS Update Service; if this is not the case St Christopher's will carry out a DBS (police) check prior to starting. Your online application must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. For the full Job Description and Person Specification visit our website. In order for your application to be reviewed, it must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. Please note that CV s will not be accepted. We advise to apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and this opportunity might be filled before the stated closing date. St Christopher s Fellowship has a minimum age requirement of 21 for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and semi-independent Homes.
Children's Services Team Leader Location: Hertfordshire Home/onsite (you will be expected to be in our services in the Hertfordshire area) Contract: Full time, Permanent Specific Hours: 35 hours per week Salary : £29,484 per annum. Additional overtime is regularly available About us: LCS are a leading provider of semi-independent accommodation and support for young people leaving care. Our aim is to support young people towards living independently and to achieve their dreams and aspirations. We provide young people with high quality accommodation and support them to overcome hurdles, become independent and create a welcoming environment. We support young people aged 16 and over, a number of whom have complex needs including dealing with experiences of trauma and/or loss. About you: You will join our management team responsible for the day-to-day running of the service. The primary tasks will include supervising a team of support workers as well as undertake some direct support work yourself. You will be given excellent support and coaching from one our experienced Operations Managers, including regular supervision and formal training opportunities. You will hold Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People's Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent Have experience of working with young people affected by experiences of trauma and loss Have experience of working with challenging behaviour and or mental health issues Knowledge and experience in staff management Must be able to work well under pressure and to time limited deadlines Have good skills in building relationships and keeping young people at the centre of service thinking and planning Must have excellent leadership skills Hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle Main responsibilities: To provide keywork to a number of young people, so that they achieve their aspirations and are supported to become independent To provide management including regular individual and group supervisions to the support work team To represent the service positively to a variety of young people, their families and partner agencies To contribute to our Out of Hours Duty Rota To ensure staffing rotas are prepared well in advance and to ensure cover in the event of staff absence/sickness To contribute to leading the team in delivering a safe and high quality service, including chairing regular team meetings and modelling a positive and child-centred culture To write, assess and review the quality of Initial Needs and Support Plans, Risk Assessments and Critical Incident Reports To deputise for the Operations Manager as required To communicate with young people and their parents/carers, to empower them to make informed decisions and to advocate on their behalf when appropriate To maintain contact with the young person's parents/carers where appropriate and in consultation with the responsible local authority To maintain appropriate links with the community in which the young person is placed To support young people to access education, employment and volunteering opportunities Benefits: 28 Days Annual Leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays) Accredited Training Employee Discount Scheme Pension Scheme LCS is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. INDRESHP
Aug 03, 2025
Full time
Children's Services Team Leader Location: Hertfordshire Home/onsite (you will be expected to be in our services in the Hertfordshire area) Contract: Full time, Permanent Specific Hours: 35 hours per week Salary : £29,484 per annum. Additional overtime is regularly available About us: LCS are a leading provider of semi-independent accommodation and support for young people leaving care. Our aim is to support young people towards living independently and to achieve their dreams and aspirations. We provide young people with high quality accommodation and support them to overcome hurdles, become independent and create a welcoming environment. We support young people aged 16 and over, a number of whom have complex needs including dealing with experiences of trauma and/or loss. About you: You will join our management team responsible for the day-to-day running of the service. The primary tasks will include supervising a team of support workers as well as undertake some direct support work yourself. You will be given excellent support and coaching from one our experienced Operations Managers, including regular supervision and formal training opportunities. You will hold Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People's Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent Have experience of working with young people affected by experiences of trauma and loss Have experience of working with challenging behaviour and or mental health issues Knowledge and experience in staff management Must be able to work well under pressure and to time limited deadlines Have good skills in building relationships and keeping young people at the centre of service thinking and planning Must have excellent leadership skills Hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle Main responsibilities: To provide keywork to a number of young people, so that they achieve their aspirations and are supported to become independent To provide management including regular individual and group supervisions to the support work team To represent the service positively to a variety of young people, their families and partner agencies To contribute to our Out of Hours Duty Rota To ensure staffing rotas are prepared well in advance and to ensure cover in the event of staff absence/sickness To contribute to leading the team in delivering a safe and high quality service, including chairing regular team meetings and modelling a positive and child-centred culture To write, assess and review the quality of Initial Needs and Support Plans, Risk Assessments and Critical Incident Reports To deputise for the Operations Manager as required To communicate with young people and their parents/carers, to empower them to make informed decisions and to advocate on their behalf when appropriate To maintain contact with the young person's parents/carers where appropriate and in consultation with the responsible local authority To maintain appropriate links with the community in which the young person is placed To support young people to access education, employment and volunteering opportunities Benefits: 28 Days Annual Leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays) Accredited Training Employee Discount Scheme Pension Scheme LCS is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. INDRESHP
Team Leader- Family Assessment Centre NonStop Care is currently working with a Family Assessment Centre who are looking for a Team Leader to join one of their homes based in the Hertfordshire area. As a team leader you will closely with deputy manager to assist the development and growth of the service, allowing you to have greater job satisfaction. This is an excellent opportunity that offers home working flexibility and freedom to manage your own workload, giving you a better work/life balance. Responsibilities: Work closely with other management to improve the team. Implementing strategies to help improve the development of the service in order to achieve both short and long term goals of the service. Benefits: Competitive salary - up to 13 Career progression Flexible working Supportive management Immediate start Growing and expanding company Responsibilities: The ideal candidate will have experience in semi-Independent service teams, with an in depth knowledge of regulations. With experience working with vulnerable children and young people aged 16 to 24 years. If this role sounds like something you would be interested in, please send your CV, ideally in Word format, via this site. If this role is not quite right for you but would like to have a conversation about other roles, please search and connect with me, Alan Lennon, on LinkedIn We are NonStop, a leading provider of staffing solutions throughout Europe and now also in the US. We're passionate about connecting talent with opportunity and work non-stop to support our clients in hiring the best talent for their teams. Feel free to pop over to our website, NonStop Consulting, for more information, to browse all our roles, or to let us know how we can help you.
Jul 28, 2025
Contractor
Team Leader- Family Assessment Centre NonStop Care is currently working with a Family Assessment Centre who are looking for a Team Leader to join one of their homes based in the Hertfordshire area. As a team leader you will closely with deputy manager to assist the development and growth of the service, allowing you to have greater job satisfaction. This is an excellent opportunity that offers home working flexibility and freedom to manage your own workload, giving you a better work/life balance. Responsibilities: Work closely with other management to improve the team. Implementing strategies to help improve the development of the service in order to achieve both short and long term goals of the service. Benefits: Competitive salary - up to 13 Career progression Flexible working Supportive management Immediate start Growing and expanding company Responsibilities: The ideal candidate will have experience in semi-Independent service teams, with an in depth knowledge of regulations. With experience working with vulnerable children and young people aged 16 to 24 years. If this role sounds like something you would be interested in, please send your CV, ideally in Word format, via this site. If this role is not quite right for you but would like to have a conversation about other roles, please search and connect with me, Alan Lennon, on LinkedIn We are NonStop, a leading provider of staffing solutions throughout Europe and now also in the US. We're passionate about connecting talent with opportunity and work non-stop to support our clients in hiring the best talent for their teams. Feel free to pop over to our website, NonStop Consulting, for more information, to browse all our roles, or to let us know how we can help you.
Location: North London salary up to 50,000 NonStop Consulting is working with one of the most reputable charities in London in order to help them find a Home Manager who can run their semi-independent services in North London. This is a permanent role, so it is stable. They are the supported housing provider and they help improve accommodation and outcomes for young people aged between 16 and 17 in contact with the youth justice system at risk of custody (remand or sentence). The Home Manager is this role will working closely with the local authorities in order to deliver programs of activity for young people that encourage responsible decision-making and steer them away from offending . This is done by fostering positive development- especially in areas like education, vocational training, employment, and essential life skills- delivered within a trauma-informed setting. Benefits for the Registered Fostering Manager : be part of a charity that has a very good reputation receive ongoing support, training and be encouraged to further develop your current role, move up the career ladder or transfer to a different service Industry leading training programme including a certificate in youth justice practice, anti-racism, access to children's rights and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and Social Pedagogy 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years' service, plus bank holidays pension scheme Requirements: Please apply if you are a Home Manager or Registered Manager with experience in leaving care, housing support, or residential care for children and young people. A relevant qualification (e.g. Social Work, Probation, Youth Justice, Residential or Youth Work) is required, along with strong knowledge of youth offending, substance misuse, mental health, and complex needs. If this role sounds like something you would be interested in, please send your CV, ideally in Word format, via this site.
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Location: North London salary up to 50,000 NonStop Consulting is working with one of the most reputable charities in London in order to help them find a Home Manager who can run their semi-independent services in North London. This is a permanent role, so it is stable. They are the supported housing provider and they help improve accommodation and outcomes for young people aged between 16 and 17 in contact with the youth justice system at risk of custody (remand or sentence). The Home Manager is this role will working closely with the local authorities in order to deliver programs of activity for young people that encourage responsible decision-making and steer them away from offending . This is done by fostering positive development- especially in areas like education, vocational training, employment, and essential life skills- delivered within a trauma-informed setting. Benefits for the Registered Fostering Manager : be part of a charity that has a very good reputation receive ongoing support, training and be encouraged to further develop your current role, move up the career ladder or transfer to a different service Industry leading training programme including a certificate in youth justice practice, anti-racism, access to children's rights and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and Social Pedagogy 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years' service, plus bank holidays pension scheme Requirements: Please apply if you are a Home Manager or Registered Manager with experience in leaving care, housing support, or residential care for children and young people. A relevant qualification (e.g. Social Work, Probation, Youth Justice, Residential or Youth Work) is required, along with strong knowledge of youth offending, substance misuse, mental health, and complex needs. If this role sounds like something you would be interested in, please send your CV, ideally in Word format, via this site.
We re looking for a confident and compassionate LGBTQ+ Project Worker to join our supported housing team working across Brighton and Eastbourne. This isn t just a support role, it s a frontline position that requires emotional resilience, excellent communication skills, and a grounded understanding of what it means to work in a supported housing environment. The people we work with often face intersecting challenges including mental health, trauma, identity-based discrimination, and housing insecurity. Your job will be to help them navigate these realities and move toward independent living with dignity, strength, and stability. You ll need to thrive in a role where no two days are the same. From conversations around rent and cleaning routines to complex safeguarding issues or mental health disclosures, you ll be expected to step in calmly and confidently, without shying away from challenge. We re seeking someone who builds positive working relationships with both residents and housing providers, can adapt to rapidly changing needs, and brings clarity, kindness, and consistency to their work no matter what s going on that day. This role involves working across both our Eastbourne and Brighton locations, with regular travel between sites expected. The advertised salary includes London Weighting. As such, you will be responsible for covering the cost of travel to London for our monthly all-staff meetings. If additional travel to London is required as part of your role, these costs will also need to be covered by you. Key Responsibilities To provide a high quality, flexible and responsive support service to LGBTQ+ people, supporting them for independent living or suitable alternative housing through the provision of 1-1 support sessions and group work. To assess the individual needs of each person and provide a bespoke support plan. To ensure that effective service user participation mechanisms are in place. To ensure a high level of customer care and practice at all times. To develop links with relevant external agencies. Main Duties of the Post Support Sessions To give holistic support to LGBTQ+ people accessing our supported accommodation service and to provide proactive support to these service users who are sometimes hard to engage. To meet service users regularly to provide structured support, in relation to LGBTQ+ and Housing specific issues, such as gender identity pathways, mental health services, health issues, safeguarding, liaising with the professional network. To work with LGBTQ+ people accessing supported accommodation to develop and review individual support plans and risk assessments. To liaise with other service providers ensuring service users receive the necessary support to sustain their accommodation, acquire relevant independent living skills, maintain or improve positive physical and mental health and access into meaningful occupation of their time. Financial Support To assist service users in maximising and managing their income including universal credit, ESA, PIP and Housing Benefit. Semi-independent Living Support To work with service users to enable them to develop the life and social skills necessary to sustain their accommodation and prepare them for independent living. To assess individual service user s suitability for independent accommodation. To act quickly to manage incidents and to advise, support and assist service users unable to maintain supported accommodation into more appropriate housing options. Resettlement To support service users in the completion of application forms necessary to support move-on housing, including the private rented sector. To ensure that all service users are provided with information about local services whilst in supported accommodation and during their move on. To ensure all service users are fully aware of their rights and responsibilities in their home. To work with housing providers, both public and private, to negotiate move on options. Groupwork, Consultation and Participation To work as part of a team in developing user participation. To identify and develop appropriate and flexible processes for consulting with our service users, via social media platforms, newsletters, events and workshops. To devise innovative and creative ways of involving LGBTQ+ people in the running of the schemes with an independent approach. Supporting our residents to participate in group and peer support and to access online support mechanisms. Facilitating and promoting an LGBTQ+ group work programme. Other Duties To establish and maintain accurate and complete records in all areas of work. To complete statistics for the collation of performance and funding information. To maintain up to date knowledge of legislation and regulations in relation to funders and other key areas. To participate in individual and clinical supervision meetings, annual appraisals and training. To act in accordance with the organisation s Diversity Policy, Health and Safety Policy, Code of Conduct and all other corporate policies and procedures. To act in the best interests of Stonewall Housing and its clients at all times. To work evenings as necessary. To promote Stonewall Housing at external meetings and community events. To carry out any other duties commensurate with the aims and objectives of the post that may be require. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Experience Lived experience, or experience of working with homeless people or vulnerable LGBTQ+ people, in a voluntary or paid employment setting. Experience of working with and delivering services to a diverse client group with a wide range of support needs. Experience of lone working and working as part of team. Essential Knowledge Knowledge and understanding of the causes and effects of homelessness, particularly in relation to LGBTQ+ people. Knowledge of the current benefits available to single people. Knowledge of common themes, trends and issues within supported and shared accommodation. Knowledge of pathways into medical and social support for LGBTQ+ people. Essential Skills and Abilities Ability to provide a range of housing related support services, i.e. assessment, developing and using support plans, support planning, key working, independent living support, welfare benefits advice and providing resettlement support. Ability to manage challenging behaviour and complex needs, report and raise incidents and safeguarding alerts. Ability to prioritise and maintain case work across multiple projects at the same time. Excellent recording and reporting skills to accurately reflect work with young people. Excellent written and verbal communication with vulnerable people. Ability to effectively involve and engage LGBTQ+ people in services. To be resilient in regard to working with challenging behaviour from service users who may have experienced trauma leading them to be mistrustful of support providers. As with all members of Stonewall Housing s Team, the postholder will also: Be an adept and nimble multitasker who relishes being busy and can keep multiple plates spinning. Have strong networking and relationship-building skills. Have a positive and can-do attitude. Be able to adapt to changing circumstances with flexibility, and to work well under pressure. Be required to support the wider Stonewall Housing team when needed, to ensure the smooth running of the organisation. Join Stonewall Housing s All Team meeting in person (held near Liverpool Street Station) once per month. Be able to travel occasionally around the UK for key events. To work as part of a mostly-remote team, embracing online communication and collaboration tools. To receive regular supervision from the line manager and attend training courses as required. Your attitude and personal attributes A commitment to equal opportunities in all aspects of work. A commitment to the aims, values and beliefs of the organisation. Ability to empathise with vulnerable LGBTQ+ people. Conditions: This job description does not constitute a terms and conditions of employment . It is provided only as a guide to assist the employee in the performance of their job. Stonewall Housing is an evolving organisation and therefore changes to the employees duties may be necessary from time to time. The job description is not intended to be inflexible or a finite list of tasks and may be varied from time to time after consultation/discussion with the post holder. More about who we are: Stonewall Housing is the UK s leading LGBTQ+ homelessness charity. We help LGBTQ+ people in the UK who are experiencing homelessness or living in an unsafe environment. Founded in 1983, we provide specialist housing advice, advocacy and support for LGBTQ+ people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. We have specialisms in Mental Health, Domestic Abuse and Supported Accommodation. We re a team of caring, driven people, fighting to end homelessness and ensure that everyone has a safe and secure space to call home. Our Values: We are LGBTQ+ informed. . click apply for full job details
Jul 15, 2025
Full time
We re looking for a confident and compassionate LGBTQ+ Project Worker to join our supported housing team working across Brighton and Eastbourne. This isn t just a support role, it s a frontline position that requires emotional resilience, excellent communication skills, and a grounded understanding of what it means to work in a supported housing environment. The people we work with often face intersecting challenges including mental health, trauma, identity-based discrimination, and housing insecurity. Your job will be to help them navigate these realities and move toward independent living with dignity, strength, and stability. You ll need to thrive in a role where no two days are the same. From conversations around rent and cleaning routines to complex safeguarding issues or mental health disclosures, you ll be expected to step in calmly and confidently, without shying away from challenge. We re seeking someone who builds positive working relationships with both residents and housing providers, can adapt to rapidly changing needs, and brings clarity, kindness, and consistency to their work no matter what s going on that day. This role involves working across both our Eastbourne and Brighton locations, with regular travel between sites expected. The advertised salary includes London Weighting. As such, you will be responsible for covering the cost of travel to London for our monthly all-staff meetings. If additional travel to London is required as part of your role, these costs will also need to be covered by you. Key Responsibilities To provide a high quality, flexible and responsive support service to LGBTQ+ people, supporting them for independent living or suitable alternative housing through the provision of 1-1 support sessions and group work. To assess the individual needs of each person and provide a bespoke support plan. To ensure that effective service user participation mechanisms are in place. To ensure a high level of customer care and practice at all times. To develop links with relevant external agencies. Main Duties of the Post Support Sessions To give holistic support to LGBTQ+ people accessing our supported accommodation service and to provide proactive support to these service users who are sometimes hard to engage. To meet service users regularly to provide structured support, in relation to LGBTQ+ and Housing specific issues, such as gender identity pathways, mental health services, health issues, safeguarding, liaising with the professional network. To work with LGBTQ+ people accessing supported accommodation to develop and review individual support plans and risk assessments. To liaise with other service providers ensuring service users receive the necessary support to sustain their accommodation, acquire relevant independent living skills, maintain or improve positive physical and mental health and access into meaningful occupation of their time. Financial Support To assist service users in maximising and managing their income including universal credit, ESA, PIP and Housing Benefit. Semi-independent Living Support To work with service users to enable them to develop the life and social skills necessary to sustain their accommodation and prepare them for independent living. To assess individual service user s suitability for independent accommodation. To act quickly to manage incidents and to advise, support and assist service users unable to maintain supported accommodation into more appropriate housing options. Resettlement To support service users in the completion of application forms necessary to support move-on housing, including the private rented sector. To ensure that all service users are provided with information about local services whilst in supported accommodation and during their move on. To ensure all service users are fully aware of their rights and responsibilities in their home. To work with housing providers, both public and private, to negotiate move on options. Groupwork, Consultation and Participation To work as part of a team in developing user participation. To identify and develop appropriate and flexible processes for consulting with our service users, via social media platforms, newsletters, events and workshops. To devise innovative and creative ways of involving LGBTQ+ people in the running of the schemes with an independent approach. Supporting our residents to participate in group and peer support and to access online support mechanisms. Facilitating and promoting an LGBTQ+ group work programme. Other Duties To establish and maintain accurate and complete records in all areas of work. To complete statistics for the collation of performance and funding information. To maintain up to date knowledge of legislation and regulations in relation to funders and other key areas. To participate in individual and clinical supervision meetings, annual appraisals and training. To act in accordance with the organisation s Diversity Policy, Health and Safety Policy, Code of Conduct and all other corporate policies and procedures. To act in the best interests of Stonewall Housing and its clients at all times. To work evenings as necessary. To promote Stonewall Housing at external meetings and community events. To carry out any other duties commensurate with the aims and objectives of the post that may be require. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Experience Lived experience, or experience of working with homeless people or vulnerable LGBTQ+ people, in a voluntary or paid employment setting. Experience of working with and delivering services to a diverse client group with a wide range of support needs. Experience of lone working and working as part of team. Essential Knowledge Knowledge and understanding of the causes and effects of homelessness, particularly in relation to LGBTQ+ people. Knowledge of the current benefits available to single people. Knowledge of common themes, trends and issues within supported and shared accommodation. Knowledge of pathways into medical and social support for LGBTQ+ people. Essential Skills and Abilities Ability to provide a range of housing related support services, i.e. assessment, developing and using support plans, support planning, key working, independent living support, welfare benefits advice and providing resettlement support. Ability to manage challenging behaviour and complex needs, report and raise incidents and safeguarding alerts. Ability to prioritise and maintain case work across multiple projects at the same time. Excellent recording and reporting skills to accurately reflect work with young people. Excellent written and verbal communication with vulnerable people. Ability to effectively involve and engage LGBTQ+ people in services. To be resilient in regard to working with challenging behaviour from service users who may have experienced trauma leading them to be mistrustful of support providers. As with all members of Stonewall Housing s Team, the postholder will also: Be an adept and nimble multitasker who relishes being busy and can keep multiple plates spinning. Have strong networking and relationship-building skills. Have a positive and can-do attitude. Be able to adapt to changing circumstances with flexibility, and to work well under pressure. Be required to support the wider Stonewall Housing team when needed, to ensure the smooth running of the organisation. Join Stonewall Housing s All Team meeting in person (held near Liverpool Street Station) once per month. Be able to travel occasionally around the UK for key events. To work as part of a mostly-remote team, embracing online communication and collaboration tools. To receive regular supervision from the line manager and attend training courses as required. Your attitude and personal attributes A commitment to equal opportunities in all aspects of work. A commitment to the aims, values and beliefs of the organisation. Ability to empathise with vulnerable LGBTQ+ people. Conditions: This job description does not constitute a terms and conditions of employment . It is provided only as a guide to assist the employee in the performance of their job. Stonewall Housing is an evolving organisation and therefore changes to the employees duties may be necessary from time to time. The job description is not intended to be inflexible or a finite list of tasks and may be varied from time to time after consultation/discussion with the post holder. More about who we are: Stonewall Housing is the UK s leading LGBTQ+ homelessness charity. We help LGBTQ+ people in the UK who are experiencing homelessness or living in an unsafe environment. Founded in 1983, we provide specialist housing advice, advocacy and support for LGBTQ+ people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. We have specialisms in Mental Health, Domestic Abuse and Supported Accommodation. We re a team of caring, driven people, fighting to end homelessness and ensure that everyone has a safe and secure space to call home. Our Values: We are LGBTQ+ informed. . click apply for full job details
How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four ? Our colleagues' wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we're always looking for new ways to improve everyone's work/life balance. We're taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent). If the trial is a success, we'll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group - so there's never been a more exciting time to join ! Job Title: Maintenance Assistant Location: Acorn Park School, Norwich, NR16 2HU Salary: Up to £28,000 per annum depending on experience Hours: 40 hours per week; Monday to Friday. Shift A: 07:00-15:30; Shift B: 08:30-17:00 Contract: Permanent, 52 weeks UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. As part of our ongoing growth, we are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Maintenance Assistant to join our dedicated team at Acorn Park School, based in Banham, Norfolk. About the Role We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Maintenance Assistant to support the ongoing upkeep and repair of our facilities. The ideal candidate will work closely with the maintenance team to carry out routine inspections, assist with repairs, and perform general maintenance tasks. This role is essential in helping maintain a clean, safe, and fully functional environment for all staff and visitors. Key Roles and Responsibilities Ensure reactive maintenance is dealt with in a timely and safe manner Have a proactive attitude to maintenance on a daily basis Help to supervise works carried out by external contractors and service providers Ensure Health and Safety policies and procedures are followed, including the reporting of incidents as appropriate. To respond effectively to all repairs and maintenance, ensuring a safe and well cared for environment for all. Help to prepare work schedules covering school holidays Report breaches of Health and Safety to Estate Manager To carry out any relative works that the Estate Manager deems appropriate. Any other duties that may be required from time to time that are commensurate with the role Ensure that all buildings on site are secure and locked at the end of the school day Requirements Prior experience in general maintenance, preferably in a school or similar setting Working knowledge of basic maintenance tools and procedures Ability to work independently and follow safety protocols Physical stamina to handle lifting, bending, and extended periods of walking Respectful and professional behaviour, especially when working around children and young adults Full UK Driving Licence About us Acorn Park is a school for 98 pupils, who all have a primary diagnosis of Autism. We run two curriculum pathways - Formal and Semi-formal. Our Complex needs pupils are on the Semi-Formal Pathway which is highly personalised from their EHCP. We have a mixture of Day and Residential pupils as we have 8 co-located pupil's homes on our 30 Acre site in rural Norfolk. On site, we also have a large Forest School and Animal Care Farm along with play facilities, a sports hall and sensory rooms. For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running. Why join Options Autism? Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including: Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions "Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks BUPA Cash Plan And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that's right for you, including: A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Schemes Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. And that's not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
Jul 13, 2025
Full time
How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four ? Our colleagues' wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we're always looking for new ways to improve everyone's work/life balance. We're taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent). If the trial is a success, we'll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group - so there's never been a more exciting time to join ! Job Title: Maintenance Assistant Location: Acorn Park School, Norwich, NR16 2HU Salary: Up to £28,000 per annum depending on experience Hours: 40 hours per week; Monday to Friday. Shift A: 07:00-15:30; Shift B: 08:30-17:00 Contract: Permanent, 52 weeks UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. As part of our ongoing growth, we are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Maintenance Assistant to join our dedicated team at Acorn Park School, based in Banham, Norfolk. About the Role We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Maintenance Assistant to support the ongoing upkeep and repair of our facilities. The ideal candidate will work closely with the maintenance team to carry out routine inspections, assist with repairs, and perform general maintenance tasks. This role is essential in helping maintain a clean, safe, and fully functional environment for all staff and visitors. Key Roles and Responsibilities Ensure reactive maintenance is dealt with in a timely and safe manner Have a proactive attitude to maintenance on a daily basis Help to supervise works carried out by external contractors and service providers Ensure Health and Safety policies and procedures are followed, including the reporting of incidents as appropriate. To respond effectively to all repairs and maintenance, ensuring a safe and well cared for environment for all. Help to prepare work schedules covering school holidays Report breaches of Health and Safety to Estate Manager To carry out any relative works that the Estate Manager deems appropriate. Any other duties that may be required from time to time that are commensurate with the role Ensure that all buildings on site are secure and locked at the end of the school day Requirements Prior experience in general maintenance, preferably in a school or similar setting Working knowledge of basic maintenance tools and procedures Ability to work independently and follow safety protocols Physical stamina to handle lifting, bending, and extended periods of walking Respectful and professional behaviour, especially when working around children and young adults Full UK Driving Licence About us Acorn Park is a school for 98 pupils, who all have a primary diagnosis of Autism. We run two curriculum pathways - Formal and Semi-formal. Our Complex needs pupils are on the Semi-Formal Pathway which is highly personalised from their EHCP. We have a mixture of Day and Residential pupils as we have 8 co-located pupil's homes on our 30 Acre site in rural Norfolk. On site, we also have a large Forest School and Animal Care Farm along with play facilities, a sports hall and sensory rooms. For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running. Why join Options Autism? Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including: Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions "Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks BUPA Cash Plan And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that's right for you, including: A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Schemes Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. And that's not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four ? Our colleagues' wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we're always looking for new ways to improve everyone's work/life balance. We're taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent). If the trial is a success, we'll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group - so there's never been a more exciting time to join ! Job Title: Maintenance Assistant Location: Acorn Park School, Norwich, NR16 2HU Salary: Up to £28,000 per annum depending on experience Hours: 40 hours per week; Monday to Friday. Shift A: 07:00-15:30; Shift B: 08:30-17:00 Contract: Permanent, 52 weeks UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. As part of our ongoing growth, we are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Maintenance Assistant to join our dedicated team at Acorn Park School, based in Banham, Norfolk. About the Role We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Maintenance Assistant to support the ongoing upkeep and repair of our facilities. The ideal candidate will work closely with the maintenance team to carry out routine inspections, assist with repairs, and perform general maintenance tasks. This role is essential in helping maintain a clean, safe, and fully functional environment for all staff and visitors. Key Roles and Responsibilities Ensure reactive maintenance is dealt with in a timely and safe manner Have a proactive attitude to maintenance on a daily basis Help to supervise works carried out by external contractors and service providers Ensure Health and Safety policies and procedures are followed, including the reporting of incidents as appropriate. To respond effectively to all repairs and maintenance, ensuring a safe and well cared for environment for all. Help to prepare work schedules covering school holidays Report breaches of Health and Safety to Estate Manager To carry out any relative works that the Estate Manager deems appropriate. Any other duties that may be required from time to time that are commensurate with the role Ensure that all buildings on site are secure and locked at the end of the school day Requirements Prior experience in general maintenance, preferably in a school or similar setting Working knowledge of basic maintenance tools and procedures Ability to work independently and follow safety protocols Physical stamina to handle lifting, bending, and extended periods of walking Respectful and professional behaviour, especially when working around children and young adults Full UK Driving Licence About us Acorn Park is a school for 98 pupils, who all have a primary diagnosis of Autism. We run two curriculum pathways - Formal and Semi-formal. Our Complex needs pupils are on the Semi-Formal Pathway which is highly personalised from their EHCP. We have a mixture of Day and Residential pupils as we have 8 co-located pupil's homes on our 30 Acre site in rural Norfolk. On site, we also have a large Forest School and Animal Care Farm along with play facilities, a sports hall and sensory rooms. For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running. Why join Options Autism? Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including: Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions "Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks BUPA Cash Plan And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that's right for you, including: A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Schemes Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. And that's not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
Jul 13, 2025
Full time
How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four ? Our colleagues' wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we're always looking for new ways to improve everyone's work/life balance. We're taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent). If the trial is a success, we'll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group - so there's never been a more exciting time to join ! Job Title: Maintenance Assistant Location: Acorn Park School, Norwich, NR16 2HU Salary: Up to £28,000 per annum depending on experience Hours: 40 hours per week; Monday to Friday. Shift A: 07:00-15:30; Shift B: 08:30-17:00 Contract: Permanent, 52 weeks UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. As part of our ongoing growth, we are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Maintenance Assistant to join our dedicated team at Acorn Park School, based in Banham, Norfolk. About the Role We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Maintenance Assistant to support the ongoing upkeep and repair of our facilities. The ideal candidate will work closely with the maintenance team to carry out routine inspections, assist with repairs, and perform general maintenance tasks. This role is essential in helping maintain a clean, safe, and fully functional environment for all staff and visitors. Key Roles and Responsibilities Ensure reactive maintenance is dealt with in a timely and safe manner Have a proactive attitude to maintenance on a daily basis Help to supervise works carried out by external contractors and service providers Ensure Health and Safety policies and procedures are followed, including the reporting of incidents as appropriate. To respond effectively to all repairs and maintenance, ensuring a safe and well cared for environment for all. Help to prepare work schedules covering school holidays Report breaches of Health and Safety to Estate Manager To carry out any relative works that the Estate Manager deems appropriate. Any other duties that may be required from time to time that are commensurate with the role Ensure that all buildings on site are secure and locked at the end of the school day Requirements Prior experience in general maintenance, preferably in a school or similar setting Working knowledge of basic maintenance tools and procedures Ability to work independently and follow safety protocols Physical stamina to handle lifting, bending, and extended periods of walking Respectful and professional behaviour, especially when working around children and young adults Full UK Driving Licence About us Acorn Park is a school for 98 pupils, who all have a primary diagnosis of Autism. We run two curriculum pathways - Formal and Semi-formal. Our Complex needs pupils are on the Semi-Formal Pathway which is highly personalised from their EHCP. We have a mixture of Day and Residential pupils as we have 8 co-located pupil's homes on our 30 Acre site in rural Norfolk. On site, we also have a large Forest School and Animal Care Farm along with play facilities, a sports hall and sensory rooms. For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running. Why join Options Autism? Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including: Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions "Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks BUPA Cash Plan And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that's right for you, including: A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Schemes Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. And that's not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
Children's Services Team Leader Location: Hertfordshire Home/onsite (you will be expected to be in our services in the Hertfordshire area) Contract: Full time, Permanent Specific Hours: 35 hours per week Salary: £28,350 per annum. Additional overtime is regularly available About us: LCS are a leading provider of semi-independent accommodation and support for young people leaving care. Our aim is to support young people towards living independently and to achieve their dreams and aspirations. We provide young people with high quality accommodation and support them to live safely. We support young people aged 16 and over, a number of whom have complex needs including dealing with experiences of trauma and/or loss. About you: You will join our management team responsible for the day-to-day running of the service. The primary tasks will include supervising a team of support workers as well as undertake some direct support work yourself. You will be given excellent support and coaching from one our experienced Operations Managers, including regular supervision and formal training opportunities. You will hold Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People's Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent Have experience of working with young people affected by experiences of trauma and loss Have experience of working with challenging behaviour and or mental health issues Knowledge and experience in staff management Must be able to work well under pressure and to time limited deadlines Have good skills in building relationships and keeping young people at the centre of service thinking and planning Must have excellent leadership skills Hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle Main responsibilities: To provide keywork to a number of young people, so that they achieve their aspirations and are supported to become independent To provide management including regular individual and group supervisions to the support work team To represent the service positively to a variety of young people, their families and partner agencies To contribute to our Out of Hours Duty Rota To ensure staffing rotas are prepared well in advance and to ensure cover in the event of staff absence/sickness To contribute to leading the team in delivering a safe and high quality service, including chairing regular team meetings and modelling a positive and child-centred culture To write, assess and review the quality of Initial Needs and Support Plans, Risk Assessments and Critical Incident Reports To deputise for the Operations Manager as required To communicate with young people and their parents/carers, to empower them to make informed decisions and to advocate on their behalf when appropriate To maintain contact with the young person's parents/carers where appropriate and in consultation with the responsible local authority To maintain appropriate links with the community in which the young person is placed To support young people to access education, employment and volunteering opportunities Benefits: 28 Days Annual Leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays) Accredited Training Employee Discount Scheme Pension Scheme LCS is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. INDCOMMP
Mar 06, 2025
Full time
Children's Services Team Leader Location: Hertfordshire Home/onsite (you will be expected to be in our services in the Hertfordshire area) Contract: Full time, Permanent Specific Hours: 35 hours per week Salary: £28,350 per annum. Additional overtime is regularly available About us: LCS are a leading provider of semi-independent accommodation and support for young people leaving care. Our aim is to support young people towards living independently and to achieve their dreams and aspirations. We provide young people with high quality accommodation and support them to live safely. We support young people aged 16 and over, a number of whom have complex needs including dealing with experiences of trauma and/or loss. About you: You will join our management team responsible for the day-to-day running of the service. The primary tasks will include supervising a team of support workers as well as undertake some direct support work yourself. You will be given excellent support and coaching from one our experienced Operations Managers, including regular supervision and formal training opportunities. You will hold Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People's Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent Have experience of working with young people affected by experiences of trauma and loss Have experience of working with challenging behaviour and or mental health issues Knowledge and experience in staff management Must be able to work well under pressure and to time limited deadlines Have good skills in building relationships and keeping young people at the centre of service thinking and planning Must have excellent leadership skills Hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle Main responsibilities: To provide keywork to a number of young people, so that they achieve their aspirations and are supported to become independent To provide management including regular individual and group supervisions to the support work team To represent the service positively to a variety of young people, their families and partner agencies To contribute to our Out of Hours Duty Rota To ensure staffing rotas are prepared well in advance and to ensure cover in the event of staff absence/sickness To contribute to leading the team in delivering a safe and high quality service, including chairing regular team meetings and modelling a positive and child-centred culture To write, assess and review the quality of Initial Needs and Support Plans, Risk Assessments and Critical Incident Reports To deputise for the Operations Manager as required To communicate with young people and their parents/carers, to empower them to make informed decisions and to advocate on their behalf when appropriate To maintain contact with the young person's parents/carers where appropriate and in consultation with the responsible local authority To maintain appropriate links with the community in which the young person is placed To support young people to access education, employment and volunteering opportunities Benefits: 28 Days Annual Leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays) Accredited Training Employee Discount Scheme Pension Scheme LCS is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. INDCOMMP
Children's Services Team Leader Location: Hertfordshire Home/onsite (you will be expected to be in our services in the Hertfordshire area) Contract: Full time, Permanent Specific Hours: 35 hours per week Salary: £28,350 per annum. Additional overtime is regularly available About us: LCS are a leading provider of semi-independent accommodation and support for young people leaving care. Our aim is to support young people towards living independently and to achieve their dreams and aspirations. We provide young people with high quality accommodation and support them to live safely. We support young people aged 16 and over, a number of whom have complex needs including dealing with experiences of trauma and/or loss. About you: You will join our management team responsible for the day-to-day running of the service. The primary tasks will include supervising a team of support workers as well as undertake some direct support work yourself. You will be given excellent support and coaching from one our experienced Operations Managers, including regular supervision and formal training opportunities. You will hold Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People's Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent Have experience of working with young people affected by experiences of trauma and loss Have experience of working with challenging behaviour and or mental health issues Knowledge and experience in staff management Must be able to work well under pressure and to time limited deadlines Have good skills in building relationships and keeping young people at the centre of service thinking and planning Must have excellent leadership skills Hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle Main responsibilities: To provide keywork to a number of young people, so that they achieve their aspirations and are supported to become independent To provide management including regular individual and group supervisions to the support work team To represent the service positively to a variety of young people, their families and partner agencies To contribute to our Out of Hours Duty Rota To ensure staffing rotas are prepared well in advance and to ensure cover in the event of staff absence/sickness To contribute to leading the team in delivering a safe and high quality service, including chairing regular team meetings and modelling a positive and child-centred culture To write, assess and review the quality of Initial Needs and Support Plans, Risk Assessments and Critical Incident Reports To deputise for the Operations Manager as required To communicate with young people and their parents/carers, to empower them to make informed decisions and to advocate on their behalf when appropriate To maintain contact with the young person's parents/carers where appropriate and in consultation with the responsible local authority To maintain appropriate links with the community in which the young person is placed To support young people to access education, employment and volunteering opportunities Benefits: 28 Days Annual Leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays) Accredited Training Employee Discount Scheme Pension Scheme LCS is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. INDCOMMP
Mar 06, 2025
Full time
Children's Services Team Leader Location: Hertfordshire Home/onsite (you will be expected to be in our services in the Hertfordshire area) Contract: Full time, Permanent Specific Hours: 35 hours per week Salary: £28,350 per annum. Additional overtime is regularly available About us: LCS are a leading provider of semi-independent accommodation and support for young people leaving care. Our aim is to support young people towards living independently and to achieve their dreams and aspirations. We provide young people with high quality accommodation and support them to live safely. We support young people aged 16 and over, a number of whom have complex needs including dealing with experiences of trauma and/or loss. About you: You will join our management team responsible for the day-to-day running of the service. The primary tasks will include supervising a team of support workers as well as undertake some direct support work yourself. You will be given excellent support and coaching from one our experienced Operations Managers, including regular supervision and formal training opportunities. You will hold Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People's Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent Have experience of working with young people affected by experiences of trauma and loss Have experience of working with challenging behaviour and or mental health issues Knowledge and experience in staff management Must be able to work well under pressure and to time limited deadlines Have good skills in building relationships and keeping young people at the centre of service thinking and planning Must have excellent leadership skills Hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle Main responsibilities: To provide keywork to a number of young people, so that they achieve their aspirations and are supported to become independent To provide management including regular individual and group supervisions to the support work team To represent the service positively to a variety of young people, their families and partner agencies To contribute to our Out of Hours Duty Rota To ensure staffing rotas are prepared well in advance and to ensure cover in the event of staff absence/sickness To contribute to leading the team in delivering a safe and high quality service, including chairing regular team meetings and modelling a positive and child-centred culture To write, assess and review the quality of Initial Needs and Support Plans, Risk Assessments and Critical Incident Reports To deputise for the Operations Manager as required To communicate with young people and their parents/carers, to empower them to make informed decisions and to advocate on their behalf when appropriate To maintain contact with the young person's parents/carers where appropriate and in consultation with the responsible local authority To maintain appropriate links with the community in which the young person is placed To support young people to access education, employment and volunteering opportunities Benefits: 28 Days Annual Leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays) Accredited Training Employee Discount Scheme Pension Scheme LCS is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. INDCOMMP
Due to Restructuring of our clients Residential Children's Home, Buttons Recruitment are recruiting for a Deputy Manager for a Children's Residential Service based in Cambridgeshire. As a Deputy Manager of a children's residential service you will be a leader who leads from the front, you will be someone who is wanting to make their next move up as RM, and will be given the training and support to enable you to make the move up the ladder. You will be a multi-skilled, enthusiastic, resilient and a dedicated Deputy Manager who is ready to assist the Registered Manager in the running of a four-bedded registered children's home based in March, Cambridgeshire. The home caters for younger persons aged 10-18. The role Our client cares for looked-after children in residential and semi-independent supported accommodation so they can live a positive and meaningful life as they approach adulthood. As a Deputy Manager soem duties will be as per below and you will be willing to onboard new team members to work alongside you and the team. You will providing care and support for looked after-children in a residential accommodation setting working alongside members of the homes staff team to provide the young persons with the necessary guidance to enable them to live a positive and meaningful life as they approach adulthood. working on a shift basis to ensure children have their needs met and their welfare promoted while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. will ensure a timely response to the younger persons concerns. will support the referral and move-on process & respond appropriately to requests for the clients service. you will positively challenge unacceptable behaviour and support children;s emotional regulation. ensure that the younger persons feel safe at all times within their home. will provide a nurturing environment where children are and feel safe from harm. report directly to, as well as assisting the Registered Manager with the effective day-to-day management of staff teams including induction, supervision, monitoring and development as well as completing annual appraisals. in the absence of the manager you will take control of the home. You'll have: At least 3 years' experience of working with children and young people At least 1 years' experience in a senior, managerial or team leader role Relevant educational or professional qualification(s) Level 3 NVQ/Diploma in Health and Social Care - Children and Young People and a good standard of secondary education A full UK driving licence and willingness to obtain business insurance The ability to identify the needs of young people An understanding of the importance of safeguarding young people Ideally have worked previously with younger persons who may have had Social, emotional and complex needs. This role will require an Enhanced DBS As a Deputy Manager of a Residential Children's Service, you will be expected to workcin and run the home in accordance with all statutory, regulatory and standards requirements including Children's Home Regulations 2015 & Care Standards Act 2000. It is important to note that our client specialises in helping unaccompanied asylum seekers, Looked After children and children with social, emotional and complex needs. Our client offers a unique comprehensive package of benefits to employees and their families. This includes: Perkbox employee benefits including retail, entertainment, insights, travel and other discounts Employee engagement recognition rewards Employee critical illness and life cover Company sick pay Free meals whilst at work Discounted or free food through Perkbox Life insurance On-site parking Referral programme Company employee engagement initiatives Medicash benefits include additional perks and financial help with health-related costs such as: optical, dental, specialist consultations and diagnostic tests, complementary therapies, alternative therapies, prescriptions, inoculations & flu jabs, chiropody, health screening, stress support, virtual GP, gym discounts Our client is an equal opportunities employer and has equal opportunity polices that you will be expected always comply with. They actively seek to promote a workplace where emplyees are treated with dignity, respect and without bias. Ideally the candidate will be available to start the role as soon as the recruitment process is completed. However, the client will wait for the perfect Deputy Manager for their Children's Residential Home. If you are a happy person, who's personality is infectious, is keen to coach others, grow yourself and want a step up the career ladder, this role could be your perfect role. In accordance with the Asylum and immigration Act 2006 you will need to demonstrate your eligibility for employment in the UK. We would Ask that you DO NOT apply if you are requiring Sponsorship for this role, as we and the client we are representing do not offer sponsorship
Jan 29, 2025
Full time
Due to Restructuring of our clients Residential Children's Home, Buttons Recruitment are recruiting for a Deputy Manager for a Children's Residential Service based in Cambridgeshire. As a Deputy Manager of a children's residential service you will be a leader who leads from the front, you will be someone who is wanting to make their next move up as RM, and will be given the training and support to enable you to make the move up the ladder. You will be a multi-skilled, enthusiastic, resilient and a dedicated Deputy Manager who is ready to assist the Registered Manager in the running of a four-bedded registered children's home based in March, Cambridgeshire. The home caters for younger persons aged 10-18. The role Our client cares for looked-after children in residential and semi-independent supported accommodation so they can live a positive and meaningful life as they approach adulthood. As a Deputy Manager soem duties will be as per below and you will be willing to onboard new team members to work alongside you and the team. You will providing care and support for looked after-children in a residential accommodation setting working alongside members of the homes staff team to provide the young persons with the necessary guidance to enable them to live a positive and meaningful life as they approach adulthood. working on a shift basis to ensure children have their needs met and their welfare promoted while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. will ensure a timely response to the younger persons concerns. will support the referral and move-on process & respond appropriately to requests for the clients service. you will positively challenge unacceptable behaviour and support children;s emotional regulation. ensure that the younger persons feel safe at all times within their home. will provide a nurturing environment where children are and feel safe from harm. report directly to, as well as assisting the Registered Manager with the effective day-to-day management of staff teams including induction, supervision, monitoring and development as well as completing annual appraisals. in the absence of the manager you will take control of the home. You'll have: At least 3 years' experience of working with children and young people At least 1 years' experience in a senior, managerial or team leader role Relevant educational or professional qualification(s) Level 3 NVQ/Diploma in Health and Social Care - Children and Young People and a good standard of secondary education A full UK driving licence and willingness to obtain business insurance The ability to identify the needs of young people An understanding of the importance of safeguarding young people Ideally have worked previously with younger persons who may have had Social, emotional and complex needs. This role will require an Enhanced DBS As a Deputy Manager of a Residential Children's Service, you will be expected to workcin and run the home in accordance with all statutory, regulatory and standards requirements including Children's Home Regulations 2015 & Care Standards Act 2000. It is important to note that our client specialises in helping unaccompanied asylum seekers, Looked After children and children with social, emotional and complex needs. Our client offers a unique comprehensive package of benefits to employees and their families. This includes: Perkbox employee benefits including retail, entertainment, insights, travel and other discounts Employee engagement recognition rewards Employee critical illness and life cover Company sick pay Free meals whilst at work Discounted or free food through Perkbox Life insurance On-site parking Referral programme Company employee engagement initiatives Medicash benefits include additional perks and financial help with health-related costs such as: optical, dental, specialist consultations and diagnostic tests, complementary therapies, alternative therapies, prescriptions, inoculations & flu jabs, chiropody, health screening, stress support, virtual GP, gym discounts Our client is an equal opportunities employer and has equal opportunity polices that you will be expected always comply with. They actively seek to promote a workplace where emplyees are treated with dignity, respect and without bias. Ideally the candidate will be available to start the role as soon as the recruitment process is completed. However, the client will wait for the perfect Deputy Manager for their Children's Residential Home. If you are a happy person, who's personality is infectious, is keen to coach others, grow yourself and want a step up the career ladder, this role could be your perfect role. In accordance with the Asylum and immigration Act 2006 you will need to demonstrate your eligibility for employment in the UK. We would Ask that you DO NOT apply if you are requiring Sponsorship for this role, as we and the client we are representing do not offer sponsorship
We are thrilled to be representing a Registered Children's Home who is looking for a dedicated and skilled Assistant/Deputy Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for a team leader or senior residential support worker who has experience working with children. You will be responsible for the care of looked after children between the ages of 10-18 in residential and semi-independent supported accommodation so they can live a positive and meaningful life as they approach adulthood. Responsibilities: Providing care and support for looked after-children in a residential accommodation setting Working as a member of the homes staff team to provide children with the necessary guidance to enable them to live a positive and meaningful life as they approach adulthood Working on a shift basis to ensure children have their needs met and their welfare promoted while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism Reporting to and assist the Registered Manager with the effective day-to-day management of staff teams including induction, supervision, monitoring and development as well as completing annual appraisals A successful candidate will have: At least 3 years' experience of working with children and young people At least 1 years' experience in a senior, managerial or team leader role Relevant educational or professional qualification(s) Level 3 NVQ/Diploma in Health and Social Care - Children and Young People and a good standard of secondary education A full UK driving licence and willingness to obtain business insurance The ability to identify the needs of young people An understanding of the importance of safeguarding young people Benefits: Perk box employee benefits including retail, entertainment, insights, travel and other discounts Employee engagement recognition rewards Employee covers such as critical illness and life cover Company sick pay Free meals whilst at work Discounted or free food through Perk box Life insurance On-site parking Referral programme Company employee engagement initiatives Medi-cash benefits include additional perks and financial help with health-related costs such as: optical, dental, specialist consultations and diagnostic tests, complementary therapies, alternative therapies, prescriptions, inoculations & flu jabs, chiropody, health screening, stress support, virtual GP, gym discounts Room for overtime depending on service needs If you have a passion for providing compassionate, high-quality care, please click on the apply button. For more information, get in touch with Ayo on (phone number removed). Atrium is an equal opportunity employer, and all hiring decisions are subject to international and local employment laws and regulations. All open positions offered by Atrium are subject to specific job requirements, however, we endeavour to ensure fairness and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from suitably skilled candidates regardless of ethnicity, gender, disability, sexuality, religion or age.
Jan 29, 2025
Full time
We are thrilled to be representing a Registered Children's Home who is looking for a dedicated and skilled Assistant/Deputy Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for a team leader or senior residential support worker who has experience working with children. You will be responsible for the care of looked after children between the ages of 10-18 in residential and semi-independent supported accommodation so they can live a positive and meaningful life as they approach adulthood. Responsibilities: Providing care and support for looked after-children in a residential accommodation setting Working as a member of the homes staff team to provide children with the necessary guidance to enable them to live a positive and meaningful life as they approach adulthood Working on a shift basis to ensure children have their needs met and their welfare promoted while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism Reporting to and assist the Registered Manager with the effective day-to-day management of staff teams including induction, supervision, monitoring and development as well as completing annual appraisals A successful candidate will have: At least 3 years' experience of working with children and young people At least 1 years' experience in a senior, managerial or team leader role Relevant educational or professional qualification(s) Level 3 NVQ/Diploma in Health and Social Care - Children and Young People and a good standard of secondary education A full UK driving licence and willingness to obtain business insurance The ability to identify the needs of young people An understanding of the importance of safeguarding young people Benefits: Perk box employee benefits including retail, entertainment, insights, travel and other discounts Employee engagement recognition rewards Employee covers such as critical illness and life cover Company sick pay Free meals whilst at work Discounted or free food through Perk box Life insurance On-site parking Referral programme Company employee engagement initiatives Medi-cash benefits include additional perks and financial help with health-related costs such as: optical, dental, specialist consultations and diagnostic tests, complementary therapies, alternative therapies, prescriptions, inoculations & flu jabs, chiropody, health screening, stress support, virtual GP, gym discounts Room for overtime depending on service needs If you have a passion for providing compassionate, high-quality care, please click on the apply button. For more information, get in touch with Ayo on (phone number removed). Atrium is an equal opportunity employer, and all hiring decisions are subject to international and local employment laws and regulations. All open positions offered by Atrium are subject to specific job requirements, however, we endeavour to ensure fairness and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from suitably skilled candidates regardless of ethnicity, gender, disability, sexuality, religion or age.
Charity People is delighted to be partnering with a fantastic, independent charity dedicated to giving disadvantaged children the literacy skills the need to succeed in their search for three new Campaigns Officers! One person in six has poor literacy skills that impact on every area of their life. A child without good reading, writing and communication skills will struggle to succeed at school, and as an adult they could be locked out of the job market. Poverty doubles the likelihood that, by the age of five, a child's literacy skills will be below average. As Campaigns Officer, you will be responsible for delivering communications and behaviour change marketing campaigns in the charity's hubs and other target areas. Posts Three Campaign Officer roles, 18 month contract positions - these roles are contract roles because they are funded the positions and the expectation is very much that they are longer term roles than the initial 18 month period Location The charity offers a very flexible approach to working and this role can be undertaken fully remotely or on a hybrid basis between home and the London office. If working fully remotely the postholders will need to be able to get to the charity's "hub" locations on occasion - these are in Blackpool, Black Country, Bradford, Birmingham, Doncaster, Hastings, Manchester, Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire Coast, Nottingham, Peterborough, Stoke, Suffolk and Swindon Working Hours Full time with flexibility around working patterns Salary £27,500 This fantastic organisation gives children and young people from disadvantaged communities the literacy skills to succeed in life. They work with schools and other education settings, with communities and partners, and directly with children and families. Their research and analysis make them the leading authority on literacy and drive their interventions. Now has never been a more important time to jump aboard because research shows that during the initial school closures in 2020, 3 in 5 children and young people said that reading made them feel better; 3 in 10 said that reading helped when they feel sad because they couldn't see their friends! Key responsibilities within the role will be as follows: Build relationships and work with local partners including schools, libraries, early years settings, business, authors and illustrators, cultural and sporting partners and key local figures Plan and deliver community events, initiatives and activities with partners, reaching local stakeholders and families Work with Hub Managers and Campaigns Manager to understand Hub goals and target audiences, and develop, tailor and disseminate campaign messaging Work with the research team to conduct appropriate consultation to develop key messaging using behavioural science frameworks Plan and deliver a regular content schedule for Hub social media pages (Facebook or Instagram), working alongside the Hub Manager and national content team Build partnerships with local media (including broadcast, online, print, education and parenting) in Hub areas Write press releases, articles and quotes, working closely with media partners to deliver coverage containing key campaign messaging Conduct consultation and focus groups to test messaging with target audience when planning and developing all campaign activity Compile weekly roundup of internal highlights to send to colleagues; Along with many more tasks that will pique your interest in this varied and busy role. We'd love to see applications from people with the following skills and experience: Planning, implementing, and evaluating campaigns, particularly with experience of working on behaviour change campaigns Developing key messages aimed at changing consumer behaviours Managing digital and social media accounts Excellent working knowledge of Twitter and Facebook This is the perfect role for someone keen with Assistant or Officer / Executive level experience to continue to develop their career. It's also a great position for someone with bags of experience to work really closely with disadvantaged communities and see a real tangible different to people's lives because of their campaigns. So, if you have marketing experience and are a strong communicator with a flair for the creative; as well as being a highly organised team player, please reach out today! If you'd like to be considered for this role please send your CV to or call on to have an initial chat about the position. We will review applications on a rolling basis, so please send in your CV ASAP. Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), race, religion or belief, gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with. Please note, due to the number of applications we receive we aren't always able to respond to unsuccessful candidates.
Dec 01, 2022
Full time
Charity People is delighted to be partnering with a fantastic, independent charity dedicated to giving disadvantaged children the literacy skills the need to succeed in their search for three new Campaigns Officers! One person in six has poor literacy skills that impact on every area of their life. A child without good reading, writing and communication skills will struggle to succeed at school, and as an adult they could be locked out of the job market. Poverty doubles the likelihood that, by the age of five, a child's literacy skills will be below average. As Campaigns Officer, you will be responsible for delivering communications and behaviour change marketing campaigns in the charity's hubs and other target areas. Posts Three Campaign Officer roles, 18 month contract positions - these roles are contract roles because they are funded the positions and the expectation is very much that they are longer term roles than the initial 18 month period Location The charity offers a very flexible approach to working and this role can be undertaken fully remotely or on a hybrid basis between home and the London office. If working fully remotely the postholders will need to be able to get to the charity's "hub" locations on occasion - these are in Blackpool, Black Country, Bradford, Birmingham, Doncaster, Hastings, Manchester, Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire Coast, Nottingham, Peterborough, Stoke, Suffolk and Swindon Working Hours Full time with flexibility around working patterns Salary £27,500 This fantastic organisation gives children and young people from disadvantaged communities the literacy skills to succeed in life. They work with schools and other education settings, with communities and partners, and directly with children and families. Their research and analysis make them the leading authority on literacy and drive their interventions. Now has never been a more important time to jump aboard because research shows that during the initial school closures in 2020, 3 in 5 children and young people said that reading made them feel better; 3 in 10 said that reading helped when they feel sad because they couldn't see their friends! Key responsibilities within the role will be as follows: Build relationships and work with local partners including schools, libraries, early years settings, business, authors and illustrators, cultural and sporting partners and key local figures Plan and deliver community events, initiatives and activities with partners, reaching local stakeholders and families Work with Hub Managers and Campaigns Manager to understand Hub goals and target audiences, and develop, tailor and disseminate campaign messaging Work with the research team to conduct appropriate consultation to develop key messaging using behavioural science frameworks Plan and deliver a regular content schedule for Hub social media pages (Facebook or Instagram), working alongside the Hub Manager and national content team Build partnerships with local media (including broadcast, online, print, education and parenting) in Hub areas Write press releases, articles and quotes, working closely with media partners to deliver coverage containing key campaign messaging Conduct consultation and focus groups to test messaging with target audience when planning and developing all campaign activity Compile weekly roundup of internal highlights to send to colleagues; Along with many more tasks that will pique your interest in this varied and busy role. We'd love to see applications from people with the following skills and experience: Planning, implementing, and evaluating campaigns, particularly with experience of working on behaviour change campaigns Developing key messages aimed at changing consumer behaviours Managing digital and social media accounts Excellent working knowledge of Twitter and Facebook This is the perfect role for someone keen with Assistant or Officer / Executive level experience to continue to develop their career. It's also a great position for someone with bags of experience to work really closely with disadvantaged communities and see a real tangible different to people's lives because of their campaigns. So, if you have marketing experience and are a strong communicator with a flair for the creative; as well as being a highly organised team player, please reach out today! If you'd like to be considered for this role please send your CV to or call on to have an initial chat about the position. We will review applications on a rolling basis, so please send in your CV ASAP. Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), race, religion or belief, gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with. Please note, due to the number of applications we receive we aren't always able to respond to unsuccessful candidates.
Salary £34,519 per annum 40 hours per week(someshift work/on call duties) Permanent Contract Barnet (N12) St Christophers is the supported housing provider for the new London Accommodation Pathfinder an innovative new London wide service to improve accommodation and outcomes for young people aged between 16 and 17 in contact with the youth justice system at risk of custody (remand or sentence) click apply for full job details
Dec 01, 2022
Full time
Salary £34,519 per annum 40 hours per week(someshift work/on call duties) Permanent Contract Barnet (N12) St Christophers is the supported housing provider for the new London Accommodation Pathfinder an innovative new London wide service to improve accommodation and outcomes for young people aged between 16 and 17 in contact with the youth justice system at risk of custody (remand or sentence) click apply for full job details
We are looking for a service manager to manage a semi-independent provision for young people/care leavers who have complex social needs and have experienced trauma. To deliver services which are fully compliant with legislative and regulatory requirements in relation to The Childrens Homes Regulations and Quality Standards 2015 in preparation for Ofsted regulation in the coming months To be responsi...... click apply for full job details
Jul 30, 2022
Full time
We are looking for a service manager to manage a semi-independent provision for young people/care leavers who have complex social needs and have experienced trauma. To deliver services which are fully compliant with legislative and regulatory requirements in relation to The Childrens Homes Regulations and Quality Standards 2015 in preparation for Ofsted regulation in the coming months To be responsi...... click apply for full job details
Waking Nights Support Worker Young People's Service, Gateshead Full Time, Permanent (37.5 hpw) Salary of £18,576 to £18,730 pa Empowering customers to live rewarding and happy lives. That's when it hits home. We have fabulous opportunity for you to join our awesome team. We support our brilliant customers who have complex needs and mental health. They live in 24/7 supported accommodation, semi supported accommodation or dispersed properties all linked to our service. We help our customers by creating support plans that reflect their individual needs and work towards them living independently and moving through our accommodations and eventually finding their forever home. About you You're passionate and motivated to help vulnerable people make positive and lasting changes to their lives. You'll impress us with your ability to work on your own initiative, positively influencing people from all different backgrounds. You will have some experience in safeguarding, risk assessments, confidentiality, support plans, alongside working collaboratively. We help change our customer's lives for the better. You'll play your part by assisting in the delivery of tasks that are based on our customers personal support plans, and their needs and aspirations. You'll work with our Senior Support Workers and external agencies to assess and engage support for our customers. We empower our customers to develop the independent living skills they need, to successfully move on. Together we'll make a difference! Working hours You'll work on a rota basis between the hours of 8pm - 8am and take your turn some weekends and bank holidays. We need you to be flexible to meet the needs of our customers, but we aim to give you the time you need to spend time doing the things that matter to you! About our team You'll be working alongside our fabulous team who are super passionate about supporting customers to reach their goals and celebrating their achievements. To us were not just a team we're a 'work family'. Our Senior Client Services manager is Carly, she has been here for a number of months and our Client Service Manager is Sarah, she has been here since the young people service opened. There are 22 of us in the team in total, we don't just love to support our customers, we're there for each other too! Within our team we have management, clinical staff, support coordinators and support workers. To make sure that we keep our records straight, and customers safe, it's really important that you are technologically savvy (or at the very least not a technophobe!). If you're not the biggest fan of technology, that's not a problem to us. You do need to know that we are quite a high-tech company and most of our application process and mandatory learning are online. However, we're glad to support you, if you need help. To make sure our customers are well supported, it's important that you have worked in a supported environment before. Don't worry, we won't drop you in the deep end, we'll help to you understand how things work at Home Group! When you join, you'll need to have a valid Enhanced Check under the Disclosure and Barring Service. The great news is that we will pay for that to be done if you don't have a transferrable one. Want to know more? If you're not reading this advert on our career's pages, press the APPLY NOW button to access lots of useful stuff! You can download the , and We've also got that show you what it's like to work here, and we know you'll want to find out more about our award winning package! To apply Don't delay applying for this brilliant job, as we may close it early if we get lots of applications! Just upload your CV and if you have one, your covering letter (this will help us learn more about you!). If you need them, we've also got some to help you. You're unique! Home Group play a big part in tackling prejudice and discrimination, not just for our customers, but colleagues too! You can be yourself here, because we value everything that makes you unique. So, whatever your age, race, sexuality, disability, religion, or gender identity, we recognise and celebrate our differences. Together we make Home Group a great place to work
Dec 03, 2021
Full time
Waking Nights Support Worker Young People's Service, Gateshead Full Time, Permanent (37.5 hpw) Salary of £18,576 to £18,730 pa Empowering customers to live rewarding and happy lives. That's when it hits home. We have fabulous opportunity for you to join our awesome team. We support our brilliant customers who have complex needs and mental health. They live in 24/7 supported accommodation, semi supported accommodation or dispersed properties all linked to our service. We help our customers by creating support plans that reflect their individual needs and work towards them living independently and moving through our accommodations and eventually finding their forever home. About you You're passionate and motivated to help vulnerable people make positive and lasting changes to their lives. You'll impress us with your ability to work on your own initiative, positively influencing people from all different backgrounds. You will have some experience in safeguarding, risk assessments, confidentiality, support plans, alongside working collaboratively. We help change our customer's lives for the better. You'll play your part by assisting in the delivery of tasks that are based on our customers personal support plans, and their needs and aspirations. You'll work with our Senior Support Workers and external agencies to assess and engage support for our customers. We empower our customers to develop the independent living skills they need, to successfully move on. Together we'll make a difference! Working hours You'll work on a rota basis between the hours of 8pm - 8am and take your turn some weekends and bank holidays. We need you to be flexible to meet the needs of our customers, but we aim to give you the time you need to spend time doing the things that matter to you! About our team You'll be working alongside our fabulous team who are super passionate about supporting customers to reach their goals and celebrating their achievements. To us were not just a team we're a 'work family'. Our Senior Client Services manager is Carly, she has been here for a number of months and our Client Service Manager is Sarah, she has been here since the young people service opened. There are 22 of us in the team in total, we don't just love to support our customers, we're there for each other too! Within our team we have management, clinical staff, support coordinators and support workers. To make sure that we keep our records straight, and customers safe, it's really important that you are technologically savvy (or at the very least not a technophobe!). If you're not the biggest fan of technology, that's not a problem to us. You do need to know that we are quite a high-tech company and most of our application process and mandatory learning are online. However, we're glad to support you, if you need help. To make sure our customers are well supported, it's important that you have worked in a supported environment before. Don't worry, we won't drop you in the deep end, we'll help to you understand how things work at Home Group! When you join, you'll need to have a valid Enhanced Check under the Disclosure and Barring Service. The great news is that we will pay for that to be done if you don't have a transferrable one. Want to know more? If you're not reading this advert on our career's pages, press the APPLY NOW button to access lots of useful stuff! You can download the , and We've also got that show you what it's like to work here, and we know you'll want to find out more about our award winning package! To apply Don't delay applying for this brilliant job, as we may close it early if we get lots of applications! Just upload your CV and if you have one, your covering letter (this will help us learn more about you!). If you need them, we've also got some to help you. You're unique! Home Group play a big part in tackling prejudice and discrimination, not just for our customers, but colleagues too! You can be yourself here, because we value everything that makes you unique. So, whatever your age, race, sexuality, disability, religion, or gender identity, we recognise and celebrate our differences. Together we make Home Group a great place to work
We are urgently looking for Support Workers, Responsible Individuals, Senior Support Workers, Team Managers to work with vulnerable adults, children and families in a residential setting. Do have a desire to make a difference in the lives of Children, Young People, Vulnerable Adults and Families? Do You have an Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification? Do you have experience of working in the care sector? Do you have NVQ level 2, 3 or above? If you answered yes and want to learn more - get in touch today! We are a are a recruitment agency providing temporary staff cover to Children's Homes, Family Assessment Centres and Semi-independent living facilities etc. We are also a domiciliary care provider. Our days and hours of work are flexible depending on your availability. Part-time hours: 8-40 per week Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary Salary: £8.72-£10.00 per hour
Dec 01, 2021
Full time
We are urgently looking for Support Workers, Responsible Individuals, Senior Support Workers, Team Managers to work with vulnerable adults, children and families in a residential setting. Do have a desire to make a difference in the lives of Children, Young People, Vulnerable Adults and Families? Do You have an Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification? Do you have experience of working in the care sector? Do you have NVQ level 2, 3 or above? If you answered yes and want to learn more - get in touch today! We are a are a recruitment agency providing temporary staff cover to Children's Homes, Family Assessment Centres and Semi-independent living facilities etc. We are also a domiciliary care provider. Our days and hours of work are flexible depending on your availability. Part-time hours: 8-40 per week Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary Salary: £8.72-£10.00 per hour
