We have an exciting opportunity for an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor ( CYP-IDVA) to join the Children & Young People Team in Rochdale, working 37.5 hours a week. This is a fixed term contract, initially for 12 months with the possibility of this being extended. Do you have experience of working with children? Do you have an interest in supporting children who have witnessed or are experiencing domestic abuse and the passion to help be safe and flourish. Do you want to make a difference every day? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role: This role is based in Rochdale Police station along with some hybrid working, you must be prepared to travel across the borough of Rochdale. As a CYP IDVA you will deliver specialist and enhanced support to Children and Young People aged 4-17 who have experienced Domestic Violence Abuse in the home. You will be responsible for providing high quality interventions to children & young people affected by DVA through the development of individually tailored & risk assessed support and safety plans. You will offer support through one-to-one sessions to address issues of self-esteem, manage emotions and feelings of blame and responsibility with the aim to improve understanding of abusive behaviour, healthy relationships and conflict resolution. You will need: To conduct comprehensive needs and risk assessments and ensure each CYP receives an individual tailored support package that fully meets their identified needs, including safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support. To advocate on behalf of children and young people with experience of domestic abuse to ensure the diverse needs of children and young people using the service are met. Provide one to one support to children and young people living in families affected by domestic abuse. The ability to review the assessment of risk on an ongoing basis, ensuring appropriate and immediate action is taken in respect of any CYP facing significant harm, making the necessary referrals to MARAC and local safeguarding processes as required given the legal framework relating to the protection of children and the policy and procedures of the Local Safeguarding Children's Board. To establish links with relevant statutory partners in Social Care, Education, Health, Police and Housing, with the intention of supporting children and young people who have been impacted by domestic abuse. Attend meetings as required. Ideally a background in Social Worker, Domestic Abuse or Children & Young People services would be advantageous. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We look forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor ( CYP-IDVA) to join the Children & Young People Team in Rochdale, working 37.5 hours a week. This is a fixed term contract, initially for 12 months with the possibility of this being extended. Do you have experience of working with children? Do you have an interest in supporting children who have witnessed or are experiencing domestic abuse and the passion to help be safe and flourish. Do you want to make a difference every day? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role: This role is based in Rochdale Police station along with some hybrid working, you must be prepared to travel across the borough of Rochdale. As a CYP IDVA you will deliver specialist and enhanced support to Children and Young People aged 4-17 who have experienced Domestic Violence Abuse in the home. You will be responsible for providing high quality interventions to children & young people affected by DVA through the development of individually tailored & risk assessed support and safety plans. You will offer support through one-to-one sessions to address issues of self-esteem, manage emotions and feelings of blame and responsibility with the aim to improve understanding of abusive behaviour, healthy relationships and conflict resolution. You will need: To conduct comprehensive needs and risk assessments and ensure each CYP receives an individual tailored support package that fully meets their identified needs, including safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support. To advocate on behalf of children and young people with experience of domestic abuse to ensure the diverse needs of children and young people using the service are met. Provide one to one support to children and young people living in families affected by domestic abuse. The ability to review the assessment of risk on an ongoing basis, ensuring appropriate and immediate action is taken in respect of any CYP facing significant harm, making the necessary referrals to MARAC and local safeguarding processes as required given the legal framework relating to the protection of children and the policy and procedures of the Local Safeguarding Children's Board. To establish links with relevant statutory partners in Social Care, Education, Health, Police and Housing, with the intention of supporting children and young people who have been impacted by domestic abuse. Attend meetings as required. Ideally a background in Social Worker, Domestic Abuse or Children & Young People services would be advantageous. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We look forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
Do you want to support people with mental health issues in a moment of crisis? Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress? If you can embody our values of Hope, Courage, Togetherness , and Responsiveness , and want to help others build resilience and manage their wellbeing, we d love to hear from you. Community Outreach Worker (Community Support Service) Reference : 298 Salary: £26,000 - £26,500 per annum, depending on skills and experience, inclusive of Outer London Weighting (OLW) Hours: 37.5 hours per week (5 Days) Contract: 12 months Fixed Term Reports to: Team Leader or Services Manager (CSS/DAS) Main base(s): Watford Wellbeing Centre, providing outreach around Three Rivers. Purpose of Post The Community Outreach Worker (Community Support Service) provides people with complex needs who have mental health as a primary need. This includes people who may have drug and alcohol difficulties. Particularly when they are coming into repeat contact with Police, Tenancy Sustainment Services, Housing and Homelessness Services and Environmental Health Services. About the service Our Community Support Service is here to provide advice, information and holistic outreach support to people who are experiencing mental ill-health or need help with their mental wellbeing. We work alongside people to develop an individually tailored package of support that meets their needs, working with clients to find the solutions that are right for them. This service is flexible to help resolve real-life difficulties and improve client s independence, quality of life and wellbeing. The service will be delivered in Three Rivers, based at the Herts Mind Network Wellbeing Centre, providing outreach around Three Rivers. The purpose of the Community Support Service Outreach Worker is to: To provide advice, information, onward referral and holistic support to clients with coexisting drug and alcohol difficulties and mental ill-health. These will be clients who are presenting to the Police, Anti-Social Behaviour, Tenancy Enforcement, Housing and Environmental Health Services within Three Rivers. To ensure that the safety and wellbeing of the client is monitored and reviewed regularly. To remain a source of independent support for all clients. Embed a person centred and solution focused approach in all aspects of the role. To raise greater awareness of complex needs and the effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) amongst local service providers. Supporting them to gain confidence in working positively and consistently with people who have multiple needs. We offer: Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising in increments to a max. of 29 days after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays) An additional day of leave each year for your birthday following completion of probation period. Ongoing training relevant to your role. An Employee Assistance Programme. Eligibility for blue light card. Health cover (after 6 months employment) - compensation payment for Optical, Dental, Chiropody and Therapy Treatments. Being able to drive and having access to your own vehicle is essential for this role. Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 3rd October 2025. Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted on a rolling basis. Early submissions are encouraged. Interviews to be held at Watford Well-being centre Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. Equal Opportunities We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs. Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. We recognise and value the unique combination of skills, knowledge and perspective that employing people with a lived experience, at all levels across the organisation, brings. We create an environment where the sharing of experiences and vulnerabilities to support others and create positive change is welcomed and work towards breaking down the them and us culture. The organisation is committed to nurturing peer relationships that allow all staff to thrive. No agencies please.
Sep 03, 2025
Full time
Do you want to support people with mental health issues in a moment of crisis? Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress? If you can embody our values of Hope, Courage, Togetherness , and Responsiveness , and want to help others build resilience and manage their wellbeing, we d love to hear from you. Community Outreach Worker (Community Support Service) Reference : 298 Salary: £26,000 - £26,500 per annum, depending on skills and experience, inclusive of Outer London Weighting (OLW) Hours: 37.5 hours per week (5 Days) Contract: 12 months Fixed Term Reports to: Team Leader or Services Manager (CSS/DAS) Main base(s): Watford Wellbeing Centre, providing outreach around Three Rivers. Purpose of Post The Community Outreach Worker (Community Support Service) provides people with complex needs who have mental health as a primary need. This includes people who may have drug and alcohol difficulties. Particularly when they are coming into repeat contact with Police, Tenancy Sustainment Services, Housing and Homelessness Services and Environmental Health Services. About the service Our Community Support Service is here to provide advice, information and holistic outreach support to people who are experiencing mental ill-health or need help with their mental wellbeing. We work alongside people to develop an individually tailored package of support that meets their needs, working with clients to find the solutions that are right for them. This service is flexible to help resolve real-life difficulties and improve client s independence, quality of life and wellbeing. The service will be delivered in Three Rivers, based at the Herts Mind Network Wellbeing Centre, providing outreach around Three Rivers. The purpose of the Community Support Service Outreach Worker is to: To provide advice, information, onward referral and holistic support to clients with coexisting drug and alcohol difficulties and mental ill-health. These will be clients who are presenting to the Police, Anti-Social Behaviour, Tenancy Enforcement, Housing and Environmental Health Services within Three Rivers. To ensure that the safety and wellbeing of the client is monitored and reviewed regularly. To remain a source of independent support for all clients. Embed a person centred and solution focused approach in all aspects of the role. To raise greater awareness of complex needs and the effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) amongst local service providers. Supporting them to gain confidence in working positively and consistently with people who have multiple needs. We offer: Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising in increments to a max. of 29 days after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays) An additional day of leave each year for your birthday following completion of probation period. Ongoing training relevant to your role. An Employee Assistance Programme. Eligibility for blue light card. Health cover (after 6 months employment) - compensation payment for Optical, Dental, Chiropody and Therapy Treatments. Being able to drive and having access to your own vehicle is essential for this role. Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 3rd October 2025. Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted on a rolling basis. Early submissions are encouraged. Interviews to be held at Watford Well-being centre Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. Equal Opportunities We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs. Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. We recognise and value the unique combination of skills, knowledge and perspective that employing people with a lived experience, at all levels across the organisation, brings. We create an environment where the sharing of experiences and vulnerabilities to support others and create positive change is welcomed and work towards breaking down the them and us culture. The organisation is committed to nurturing peer relationships that allow all staff to thrive. No agencies please.
Role purpose Our new Household Crisis Caseworker position will work alongside our Crisis Alternative Service, Ealing Safe Space and information and advice service, Pathways. This new service provides support for Ealing residents 18+ who are experiencing household crises such as: housing, debt, welfare benefits, employment. This service aims to support those facing cost of living / household crises, by providing 6-12 casework sessions. This service will primarily support those from low-income households in need, pensioners, unpaid carers, care leavers, single-person households, disabled people and those struggling with one-off financial concerns or unforeseen circumstances. These sessions will cover a range of elements and will aid in navigating and liaising with services. Ultimately, preventing further crises relating to cost of living and empowering individuals by providing self-advocacy tools and support plans. The role of the caseworker will be to provide advice, guidance and navigation to Ealing residents experiencing cost of living and household crises exacerbating mental health struggles. Support offered to each individual will be person-centred and tailored, but may include: liaising with statutory services (housing officers, social workers, mental health teams etc), supporting with form filling, sourcing warm goods, supporting with grants and income maximisation, emergency applications, empowering individuals with self-advocacy skills, signposting etc. The successful candidate will triage, onboard and manage a caseload 15-20 individuals, whilst also supporting those who drop-in to the service who require crisis intervention on the day. In addition to crisis work, the caseworker will be expected to adopt a preventative approach and encourage referrals before a crisis occurs, via partnership working both internally and externally. There will be an element of outreach working for this post. The successful candidate will work alongside our Ealing Safe Space team and be supported by the Safe Space Team Manager. The caseworker will be required to work within the Advice Quality Standard framework (AQS), adhere to Mind s policies and procedures. Due to the nature of the work, if successful, you will need to have an up-to-date DBS check completed prior to undertaking unsupervised client work. Key Responsibilities Triage, onboard and support a caseload of 15-20 individuals Triage and support individuals dropping into the service for household / cost of living crisis support Liaise with core agencies (social services, housing, mental health teams, GPs, VCSE organisations) Provide advice and information relating to all welfare benefits, including assisting clients with form filling and contacting agencies such as the Department for Work & Pensions on the individuals behalf Complete emergency applications and grant applications Devise and facilitate guided mental health sessions, exploring a range of topics such as anxiety and panic, sleep hygiene, financial management Provide housing, general money and debt management advice Provide information on employment opportunities and training support for clients Where appropriate, source warm goods for those in need Engage in outreach within the borough to encourage referrals and promote the service Signpost to other relevant services in the borough, or further afield Attend training, forums and meetings to ensure knowledge remains relevant and up to date Keep up to date about current best practice and legislation within mental health, as well as within the field of information & advice more generally Provide updates and feedback to the broader teams Engage in multi-disciplinary meetings, both internally and externally Use our database Views to record details of all client referrals and contacts to ensure client information is kept up to date Use the correct templates, conduct outcomes and satisfaction assessments with clients on closure Record the results of outcome assessments and satisfaction surveys on the Views databases Work in line with triage procedures and use the referral process when referring cases to external organisations Meet regularly with service leads and colleagues to feed back about the progress of the project and ensure it is relevant to local strategy and national Government priorities Follow Hammersmith, Fulham, Ealing, and Hounslow Mind s organisational policies and guidelines Undertake additional duties that may reasonably be required to fulfil the objectives of the post Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Substantial experience of delivering advice in a similar position, preferably to individuals with mental health needs At least 1 year experience of working in a crisis setting (inpatient, crisis alternatives, NHS teams) Knowledge and understanding of mental health problems, and mental health services Experience of delivering advice and information Experience of managing complex cases and autonomously managing a caseload Experience of working with multiple agencies and attending multi-disciplinary meetings Experience of delivering desired outcomes in a timely manner Up to date knowledge and experience of safeguarding adults Understanding of the importance of monitoring and evaluation, and the ability to keep records Experience with de-escalation, recognising and mitigating risks Experience of working with challenging behaviour Listening to clients and encouraging positive steps towards self-management of crisis and recovery Skills and Abilities Relevant and up to date knowledge of welfare benefits, housing and social care Ability to communicate effectively in person on a one-to-one basis and with groups, as well as over the telephone and in writing Excellent listening and liaison skills Computer literate, with the ability to use MS Office, email systems and databases (inputting information and extracting reports) Ability to liaise with a range of people individuals with support needs, carers, and a range of different professionals Ability to remain calm in challenging situations and reinforce boundaries Ability to support people to manage difficult feelings, and communicate their needs effectively Knowledge of best practice for lone working, data protection and safeguarding adults Willingness to undertake training related to housing and welfare benefit A team player Ability to work on your own initiative Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with service users, colleagues and stakeholders Strong organisation and administrative skills The drive to motivate self and others to achieve positive outcomes Flexibility in overall approach to work Ability to recognise and work within the boundaries of the role, including confidentiality, and the working protocols between agencies Strong sense of self, and ability to set and maintain boundaries Commitment to promoting the needs of BME communities, and a commitment to the principles of equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice Ability to plan and prioritise your own workload Desirable Lived experience of mental health problems, and of using mental health services
Sep 03, 2025
Full time
Role purpose Our new Household Crisis Caseworker position will work alongside our Crisis Alternative Service, Ealing Safe Space and information and advice service, Pathways. This new service provides support for Ealing residents 18+ who are experiencing household crises such as: housing, debt, welfare benefits, employment. This service aims to support those facing cost of living / household crises, by providing 6-12 casework sessions. This service will primarily support those from low-income households in need, pensioners, unpaid carers, care leavers, single-person households, disabled people and those struggling with one-off financial concerns or unforeseen circumstances. These sessions will cover a range of elements and will aid in navigating and liaising with services. Ultimately, preventing further crises relating to cost of living and empowering individuals by providing self-advocacy tools and support plans. The role of the caseworker will be to provide advice, guidance and navigation to Ealing residents experiencing cost of living and household crises exacerbating mental health struggles. Support offered to each individual will be person-centred and tailored, but may include: liaising with statutory services (housing officers, social workers, mental health teams etc), supporting with form filling, sourcing warm goods, supporting with grants and income maximisation, emergency applications, empowering individuals with self-advocacy skills, signposting etc. The successful candidate will triage, onboard and manage a caseload 15-20 individuals, whilst also supporting those who drop-in to the service who require crisis intervention on the day. In addition to crisis work, the caseworker will be expected to adopt a preventative approach and encourage referrals before a crisis occurs, via partnership working both internally and externally. There will be an element of outreach working for this post. The successful candidate will work alongside our Ealing Safe Space team and be supported by the Safe Space Team Manager. The caseworker will be required to work within the Advice Quality Standard framework (AQS), adhere to Mind s policies and procedures. Due to the nature of the work, if successful, you will need to have an up-to-date DBS check completed prior to undertaking unsupervised client work. Key Responsibilities Triage, onboard and support a caseload of 15-20 individuals Triage and support individuals dropping into the service for household / cost of living crisis support Liaise with core agencies (social services, housing, mental health teams, GPs, VCSE organisations) Provide advice and information relating to all welfare benefits, including assisting clients with form filling and contacting agencies such as the Department for Work & Pensions on the individuals behalf Complete emergency applications and grant applications Devise and facilitate guided mental health sessions, exploring a range of topics such as anxiety and panic, sleep hygiene, financial management Provide housing, general money and debt management advice Provide information on employment opportunities and training support for clients Where appropriate, source warm goods for those in need Engage in outreach within the borough to encourage referrals and promote the service Signpost to other relevant services in the borough, or further afield Attend training, forums and meetings to ensure knowledge remains relevant and up to date Keep up to date about current best practice and legislation within mental health, as well as within the field of information & advice more generally Provide updates and feedback to the broader teams Engage in multi-disciplinary meetings, both internally and externally Use our database Views to record details of all client referrals and contacts to ensure client information is kept up to date Use the correct templates, conduct outcomes and satisfaction assessments with clients on closure Record the results of outcome assessments and satisfaction surveys on the Views databases Work in line with triage procedures and use the referral process when referring cases to external organisations Meet regularly with service leads and colleagues to feed back about the progress of the project and ensure it is relevant to local strategy and national Government priorities Follow Hammersmith, Fulham, Ealing, and Hounslow Mind s organisational policies and guidelines Undertake additional duties that may reasonably be required to fulfil the objectives of the post Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Substantial experience of delivering advice in a similar position, preferably to individuals with mental health needs At least 1 year experience of working in a crisis setting (inpatient, crisis alternatives, NHS teams) Knowledge and understanding of mental health problems, and mental health services Experience of delivering advice and information Experience of managing complex cases and autonomously managing a caseload Experience of working with multiple agencies and attending multi-disciplinary meetings Experience of delivering desired outcomes in a timely manner Up to date knowledge and experience of safeguarding adults Understanding of the importance of monitoring and evaluation, and the ability to keep records Experience with de-escalation, recognising and mitigating risks Experience of working with challenging behaviour Listening to clients and encouraging positive steps towards self-management of crisis and recovery Skills and Abilities Relevant and up to date knowledge of welfare benefits, housing and social care Ability to communicate effectively in person on a one-to-one basis and with groups, as well as over the telephone and in writing Excellent listening and liaison skills Computer literate, with the ability to use MS Office, email systems and databases (inputting information and extracting reports) Ability to liaise with a range of people individuals with support needs, carers, and a range of different professionals Ability to remain calm in challenging situations and reinforce boundaries Ability to support people to manage difficult feelings, and communicate their needs effectively Knowledge of best practice for lone working, data protection and safeguarding adults Willingness to undertake training related to housing and welfare benefit A team player Ability to work on your own initiative Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with service users, colleagues and stakeholders Strong organisation and administrative skills The drive to motivate self and others to achieve positive outcomes Flexibility in overall approach to work Ability to recognise and work within the boundaries of the role, including confidentiality, and the working protocols between agencies Strong sense of self, and ability to set and maintain boundaries Commitment to promoting the needs of BME communities, and a commitment to the principles of equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice Ability to plan and prioritise your own workload Desirable Lived experience of mental health problems, and of using mental health services
Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Department: Health and Social Care (Qualified and Non-Qualifie Operation: Sanctuary Supported Living Closing Date: . Requisition: 225718 Project Worker Bedford Road, 57 Bedofrd Road, London, SW4 7RH 37.5 hours per week Sanctuary Supported Living is delighted to be recruiting for a Project Workerat our Mental Health Service, Bedford Road, London. At Sanctuary Supported Living, we specialise in delivering a wide range of personalised housing, care, and support services to help people across England to live as independently as possible. We're a national organisation, but we're not-for-profit and we think locally by putting our customers at the heart of what we do. We're committed to being our best and helping customers to be their best, as we support them on their pathways for independence. No matter your job - delivering support directly or working in our offices to support our frontline teams - your work makes a difference every day. And working with us isn't just another job. It's rewarding, inspiring, exciting and it provides an opportunity to make a real, positive impact on people's lives. Plus, we'll support you in reaching your aspirations and career goals, through comprehensive training and benefits. The role of Project Worker will include: Providing support to encourage our customers with mental health needs to maximise their own potential and independence Supporting progress towards independence in managing positive mental health Offering one-to-one support as required Promoting safety by undertaking risk assessments and reviewing customers' needs Regularly assessing the needs of customers, writing, and updating support plans Developing professional relationships with customers, using appropriate and clear communication to ensure their personal choice, privacy and dignity is maintained Delivery of small group activities to promote recovery and well-being Skills and experiences: Previous experience of working with adults with mental health needs The ability to relate and empathise with people with mental health issues You may have lived experience of using mental health services and will have the knowledge and understanding to support people in crisis Ability to work effectively in highly pressured situations Experience with developing and maintaining accurate records and support plans Basic knowledge of Microsoft packages and internet communications NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or willing to work towards is desirable Are you ready to be your best? Brilliant work deserves brilliant benefits! As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary Supported Living a great place to work, here are just some of the ways we'll reward you: At least 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus public holidays) A pension scheme with employer contributions A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers Health and well-being plans Life assurance Family friendly arrangements, including opportunities for flexible working Tax efficient savings through our Cycle to Work scheme A wide range of learning and development opportunities Job Reference: 225718 We are only currently accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK. If you are applying internally, don't forget to use your internal careers account to submit your application. We might get a lot of applications so reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Don't miss out, please apply early. Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers' needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary's commitment to our Disability Confident employer status. Building Equality and Diversity Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers. We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for. Sanctuary Supported Living is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities. Job Segment: Counseling, Home Care, Healthcare
Sep 02, 2025
Full time
Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Department: Health and Social Care (Qualified and Non-Qualifie Operation: Sanctuary Supported Living Closing Date: . Requisition: 225718 Project Worker Bedford Road, 57 Bedofrd Road, London, SW4 7RH 37.5 hours per week Sanctuary Supported Living is delighted to be recruiting for a Project Workerat our Mental Health Service, Bedford Road, London. At Sanctuary Supported Living, we specialise in delivering a wide range of personalised housing, care, and support services to help people across England to live as independently as possible. We're a national organisation, but we're not-for-profit and we think locally by putting our customers at the heart of what we do. We're committed to being our best and helping customers to be their best, as we support them on their pathways for independence. No matter your job - delivering support directly or working in our offices to support our frontline teams - your work makes a difference every day. And working with us isn't just another job. It's rewarding, inspiring, exciting and it provides an opportunity to make a real, positive impact on people's lives. Plus, we'll support you in reaching your aspirations and career goals, through comprehensive training and benefits. The role of Project Worker will include: Providing support to encourage our customers with mental health needs to maximise their own potential and independence Supporting progress towards independence in managing positive mental health Offering one-to-one support as required Promoting safety by undertaking risk assessments and reviewing customers' needs Regularly assessing the needs of customers, writing, and updating support plans Developing professional relationships with customers, using appropriate and clear communication to ensure their personal choice, privacy and dignity is maintained Delivery of small group activities to promote recovery and well-being Skills and experiences: Previous experience of working with adults with mental health needs The ability to relate and empathise with people with mental health issues You may have lived experience of using mental health services and will have the knowledge and understanding to support people in crisis Ability to work effectively in highly pressured situations Experience with developing and maintaining accurate records and support plans Basic knowledge of Microsoft packages and internet communications NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or willing to work towards is desirable Are you ready to be your best? Brilliant work deserves brilliant benefits! As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary Supported Living a great place to work, here are just some of the ways we'll reward you: At least 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus public holidays) A pension scheme with employer contributions A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers Health and well-being plans Life assurance Family friendly arrangements, including opportunities for flexible working Tax efficient savings through our Cycle to Work scheme A wide range of learning and development opportunities Job Reference: 225718 We are only currently accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK. If you are applying internally, don't forget to use your internal careers account to submit your application. We might get a lot of applications so reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Don't miss out, please apply early. Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers' needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary's commitment to our Disability Confident employer status. Building Equality and Diversity Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers. We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for. Sanctuary Supported Living is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities. Job Segment: Counseling, Home Care, Healthcare
iPeople SC Solutions is currently recruiting for the Director of Public Health position for our client based in Grays and surrounding areas. The successful postholder will lead a team within the local authority responsible for the development of a strategic needs assessment for the local population. Duties and Responsibilities Developing healthy, sustainable and cohesive communities through the Health and Wellbeing Board and the wider Council and partners Developing healthy lifestyle programmes for individuals and communities Tackling specific issues based on local needs assessment, such as childhood obesity, smoking Developing strategies to reduce health inequalities. Advise and support the Director's Board members, Cabinet and portfolio holders in shaping services Develop effective relationships with residents and ensure that the services provided reflect their needs Influence and steer the planning of services Prepare, manage and monitor the service's budget Ensure effective leadership, motivation and development of the service's staff Regularly review resources, services and partnership arrangements in order to identify opportunities to improve service delivery Take a lead role in furthering the Council's commitment to promote diversity and oppose discrimination in the provision of services and as an employer Ensure full compliance with all legislative and statutory requirements, including Health and Safety at Work and the local policy framework. Producing an independent annual report on the health of the population, progress on improving health and reducing inequalities and making recommendations Being principal adviser to Health and Wellbeing Board in developing a Health and Wellbeing Strategy based on the assessed needs of the population and proven interventions to improve health Providing specialist public health advice to commissioners on priorities for health and social care spending and the appropriate configuration of services within and between local authorities Supporting Local Resilience Forum in developing comprehensive multi-agency plans for the anticipated threats to public health Manage 6 staff and be responsible for full line management responsibilities. Requirements A recognised professional qualification in public health Significant relevant experience in a senior management position with a record of measurable success Holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) Inclusion in the GMC Full and Specialist Register with a license to practice /GDC Specialist List/UK Public Health Register (UKPHR) for Public Health Specialists Strategic thinker with proven leadership skills Working Hours : 37 hours per week, Mon - Fri If you wish to apply for this job opportunity and have previous experience, please apply with your updated CV. Apply for this position Full Name Email Phone Upload CV/Resume Allowed Type(s): .pdf, .doc, .docx By using this form you agree with the storage and handling of your data by this website. Register with us and one of our experienced iPeople recruits will let you know when the perfect job becomes available. Do you know someone you think would be perfect for one of our job vacancies? 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Sep 02, 2025
Full time
iPeople SC Solutions is currently recruiting for the Director of Public Health position for our client based in Grays and surrounding areas. The successful postholder will lead a team within the local authority responsible for the development of a strategic needs assessment for the local population. Duties and Responsibilities Developing healthy, sustainable and cohesive communities through the Health and Wellbeing Board and the wider Council and partners Developing healthy lifestyle programmes for individuals and communities Tackling specific issues based on local needs assessment, such as childhood obesity, smoking Developing strategies to reduce health inequalities. Advise and support the Director's Board members, Cabinet and portfolio holders in shaping services Develop effective relationships with residents and ensure that the services provided reflect their needs Influence and steer the planning of services Prepare, manage and monitor the service's budget Ensure effective leadership, motivation and development of the service's staff Regularly review resources, services and partnership arrangements in order to identify opportunities to improve service delivery Take a lead role in furthering the Council's commitment to promote diversity and oppose discrimination in the provision of services and as an employer Ensure full compliance with all legislative and statutory requirements, including Health and Safety at Work and the local policy framework. Producing an independent annual report on the health of the population, progress on improving health and reducing inequalities and making recommendations Being principal adviser to Health and Wellbeing Board in developing a Health and Wellbeing Strategy based on the assessed needs of the population and proven interventions to improve health Providing specialist public health advice to commissioners on priorities for health and social care spending and the appropriate configuration of services within and between local authorities Supporting Local Resilience Forum in developing comprehensive multi-agency plans for the anticipated threats to public health Manage 6 staff and be responsible for full line management responsibilities. Requirements A recognised professional qualification in public health Significant relevant experience in a senior management position with a record of measurable success Holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) Inclusion in the GMC Full and Specialist Register with a license to practice /GDC Specialist List/UK Public Health Register (UKPHR) for Public Health Specialists Strategic thinker with proven leadership skills Working Hours : 37 hours per week, Mon - Fri If you wish to apply for this job opportunity and have previous experience, please apply with your updated CV. Apply for this position Full Name Email Phone Upload CV/Resume Allowed Type(s): .pdf, .doc, .docx By using this form you agree with the storage and handling of your data by this website. Register with us and one of our experienced iPeople recruits will let you know when the perfect job becomes available. Do you know someone you think would be perfect for one of our job vacancies? Subscribe to get notifications when new job openings are published By using this form you agree with the storage and handling of your data by this website. iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting aFamily Support Practitionerto work for our client inLondonand thesurrounding areas. iPeople SC Solutions is recruitingChild Protection Social Workersto work for our client based inEnfield, Greater London. Children's Social Worker - Referral and Assessment - Richmond iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting forChildren's Social Worker - Referral and Assessmentto work for our client based inRichmondand surrounding areas. iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting aHousing Administrative Officerto work for our client based inNorthwest Londonand join their busy team. The role will be temp to perm. Family Support Worker - Wood Green - London iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting a Family Support Workerto work for our client based in Wood Green and surrounding areas. iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting aSupported Pathway Officer to work for our client based in Southwark and surrounding areas. iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting aFamily Support Practitionerto work for our client inLondonand thesurrounding areas. iPeople SC Solutions is recruitingChild Protection Social Workersto work for our client based inEnfield, Greater London. Children's Social Worker - Referral and Assessment - Richmond iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting forChildren's Social Worker - Referral and Assessmentto work for our client based inRichmondand surrounding areas. iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting aHousing Administrative Officerto work for our client based inNorthwest Londonand join their busy team. The role will be temp to perm. 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An exciting opportunity has arisen to play a leading role in a dynamic Urgent Community Response Team in Newham in East London. You will be supported in this by part-time B7 OT and Clinical Lead to become part of the team at ELFT. Staffing in the OT team includes a B6 and 2 rehab support workers who are trusted assessors. The Urgent Community Response (UCR) service (which includes Fast Falls) is an unplanned service that provides rapid initial assessment and immediate treatment for Newham patients meeting the inclusion criteria. This is within their own home (including care homes) and is with a view to preventing a hospital admission when clinically appropriate to do so. The aims of these services are to focus on rehabilitation and health promotion, prevent hospital admission and facilitate early discharge. Likewise, it aims to reduce unplanned hospital admissions by supporting clients in their own homes and to facilitate rehabilitation following discharge from hospital. Clinical input is provided by a multidisciplinary team, which includes Advanced Care Practitioners (ACPs), rapid response nurses, occupational therapists (OTs), physiotherapists, and therapy assistants. The occupational therapist works as part of the multi-disciplinary team, providing specialist client-centered occupational therapy interventions, to enable clients to maximise their independence in daily activities in their own homes. Main duties of the job 1. To provide specialised client-centered occupational therapy interventions to clients (aged 18 or over) who are resident in the community and are referred primarily due to a physical disability. This includes clients who may present with complex physical, cognitive, psycho-social, and housing needs as a result of a wide range of medical conditions. 2. To be an influential member of the multi-disciplinary team, providing expert, integrated, client-centered, goal-oriented rehabilitation for clients. 3. To work as an autonomous practitioner in managing a defined caseload of complex cases, in a community setting. To evidence high levels of problem-solving and clinical reasoning skills in line with evidence-based/client-centered principles. To formulate a diagnosis and treatment plan designed to reduce the impact of disability from a comprehensive assessment of the client's needs. 4. To establish excellent therapeutic relationships with clients/family/carers to gain their participation in the therapeutic process by employing advanced interpersonal skills (e.g. communication, reasoning, negotiation skills, motivational tactics) and overcoming any barriers to communication (e.g. different languages, lack of understanding of the spoken word, visual or hearing impairments, fear, anxiety). 5. To be responsible for the day-to-day management and provision of occupational therapy assessments and interventions in the NW locality by reviewing the appropriateness of referrals, prioritising referrals, and managing junior staff on a day-to-day basis. 6. To work with the General Manager and Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist, using specialist knowledge and skills, to develop and evaluate the Extended Primary Care Team, e.g. through the use of audit and outcome measures, taking a lead responsibility for designated tasks. 7. To use specialist knowledge and skills to actively influence policies, procedures, and service developments within the Extended Primary Care Team by working with the General Manager and Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist to ensure that the service meets the needs of the clients and also meets national and local priorities, e.g. by identifying unmet need and service pressures, by identifying and applying evidence-based practice. 8. To maintain and develop own professional knowledge and skills in relation to occupational therapy in the field of physical disability and community rehabilitation. To be conversant with professional developments and current evidence base in this field, evidencing critical appraisal skills and a sound understanding of clinical governance. 9. To develop and maintain an agreed area of specialist knowledge and skills in relation to occupational therapy in the field of physical disability, e.g. seating/posture and positioning and/or splinting, and to act as an expert resource to other occupational therapists and members of the multi-disciplinary team for this subject area. 10. To participate in staff and service development through attendance at meetings and in-service training sessions, including taking a lead responsibility for designated sessions. 11. To undertake management and leadership training as required to meet the needs of the post, e.g. appraisal, supervision skills, time management, audit. Person Specification Qualifications and Experience Occupational Therapy Degree Registered with HCPC Maintenance of CPD portfolio At least 3 years' post-registration clinical experience in OT role, including community working with older adults with a physical health need Experience in supervising, managing, and training junior staff Skills and Abilities Ability to communicate with a wide range of professionals Ability to establish a therapeutic relationship with patients and their families/carers Ability to undertake all aspects of the OT process Evidence of advanced clinical reasoning skills Ability to apply safe manual handling techniques with patients with complex needs and teach others Ability to manage individual and team workload independently Ability to support junior team members in all aspects of their role and ensure team functions at the highest level Experience of working in a community setting Knowledge Knowledge of theory and practice of OT with patients with physical, cognitive, and psychosocial needs Knowledge of legislation affecting the work of OTs Knowledge of the roles of other disciplines and agencies involved in patient care Knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and their application Knowledge of standardised assessments appropriate to this patient group Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Clinical Lead- Urgent Community Response Team. £51,883 to £58,544 a year per annum INC HCA
Sep 02, 2025
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen to play a leading role in a dynamic Urgent Community Response Team in Newham in East London. You will be supported in this by part-time B7 OT and Clinical Lead to become part of the team at ELFT. Staffing in the OT team includes a B6 and 2 rehab support workers who are trusted assessors. The Urgent Community Response (UCR) service (which includes Fast Falls) is an unplanned service that provides rapid initial assessment and immediate treatment for Newham patients meeting the inclusion criteria. This is within their own home (including care homes) and is with a view to preventing a hospital admission when clinically appropriate to do so. The aims of these services are to focus on rehabilitation and health promotion, prevent hospital admission and facilitate early discharge. Likewise, it aims to reduce unplanned hospital admissions by supporting clients in their own homes and to facilitate rehabilitation following discharge from hospital. Clinical input is provided by a multidisciplinary team, which includes Advanced Care Practitioners (ACPs), rapid response nurses, occupational therapists (OTs), physiotherapists, and therapy assistants. The occupational therapist works as part of the multi-disciplinary team, providing specialist client-centered occupational therapy interventions, to enable clients to maximise their independence in daily activities in their own homes. Main duties of the job 1. To provide specialised client-centered occupational therapy interventions to clients (aged 18 or over) who are resident in the community and are referred primarily due to a physical disability. This includes clients who may present with complex physical, cognitive, psycho-social, and housing needs as a result of a wide range of medical conditions. 2. To be an influential member of the multi-disciplinary team, providing expert, integrated, client-centered, goal-oriented rehabilitation for clients. 3. To work as an autonomous practitioner in managing a defined caseload of complex cases, in a community setting. To evidence high levels of problem-solving and clinical reasoning skills in line with evidence-based/client-centered principles. To formulate a diagnosis and treatment plan designed to reduce the impact of disability from a comprehensive assessment of the client's needs. 4. To establish excellent therapeutic relationships with clients/family/carers to gain their participation in the therapeutic process by employing advanced interpersonal skills (e.g. communication, reasoning, negotiation skills, motivational tactics) and overcoming any barriers to communication (e.g. different languages, lack of understanding of the spoken word, visual or hearing impairments, fear, anxiety). 5. To be responsible for the day-to-day management and provision of occupational therapy assessments and interventions in the NW locality by reviewing the appropriateness of referrals, prioritising referrals, and managing junior staff on a day-to-day basis. 6. To work with the General Manager and Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist, using specialist knowledge and skills, to develop and evaluate the Extended Primary Care Team, e.g. through the use of audit and outcome measures, taking a lead responsibility for designated tasks. 7. To use specialist knowledge and skills to actively influence policies, procedures, and service developments within the Extended Primary Care Team by working with the General Manager and Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist to ensure that the service meets the needs of the clients and also meets national and local priorities, e.g. by identifying unmet need and service pressures, by identifying and applying evidence-based practice. 8. To maintain and develop own professional knowledge and skills in relation to occupational therapy in the field of physical disability and community rehabilitation. To be conversant with professional developments and current evidence base in this field, evidencing critical appraisal skills and a sound understanding of clinical governance. 9. To develop and maintain an agreed area of specialist knowledge and skills in relation to occupational therapy in the field of physical disability, e.g. seating/posture and positioning and/or splinting, and to act as an expert resource to other occupational therapists and members of the multi-disciplinary team for this subject area. 10. To participate in staff and service development through attendance at meetings and in-service training sessions, including taking a lead responsibility for designated sessions. 11. To undertake management and leadership training as required to meet the needs of the post, e.g. appraisal, supervision skills, time management, audit. Person Specification Qualifications and Experience Occupational Therapy Degree Registered with HCPC Maintenance of CPD portfolio At least 3 years' post-registration clinical experience in OT role, including community working with older adults with a physical health need Experience in supervising, managing, and training junior staff Skills and Abilities Ability to communicate with a wide range of professionals Ability to establish a therapeutic relationship with patients and their families/carers Ability to undertake all aspects of the OT process Evidence of advanced clinical reasoning skills Ability to apply safe manual handling techniques with patients with complex needs and teach others Ability to manage individual and team workload independently Ability to support junior team members in all aspects of their role and ensure team functions at the highest level Experience of working in a community setting Knowledge Knowledge of theory and practice of OT with patients with physical, cognitive, and psychosocial needs Knowledge of legislation affecting the work of OTs Knowledge of the roles of other disciplines and agencies involved in patient care Knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and their application Knowledge of standardised assessments appropriate to this patient group Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Clinical Lead- Urgent Community Response Team. £51,883 to £58,544 a year per annum INC HCA
Nightstop Support Worker & Volunteer Coordinator Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of young adults facing homelessness? Join a dynamic team as a Nightstop Support Worker & Volunteer Coordinator, where you will play a vital role in supporting and empowering individuals on their journey towards independence. Position: Nightstop Support Worker & Volunteer Coordinator Salary: £13,818 (£27,636 FTE) including London Weighting Plus Pension and Other Benefits Location: London SE1 Hours: Part-time, 18.75 hours Closing Date: Sunday 21 September 2025 About the Role: The Nightstop Coordinator role is busy and varied role, it involves working with young people from when they approach the service to when they find longer term accommodation. You will be responsible for being the first point of contact for all young people, assessing each young person s needs and risks, finding short and long term housing options, organising the logistics of each Nightstop placement and making sure that each Nightstop placement is safe. You will also lead on the promotion of the service with the aim of recruiting new Nightstop volunteers. The role will be based in the London office and cover referrals from young people in London. Key Responsibilities: Provide a welcoming and supportive service to young people at risk of homelessness Conduct needs and risk assessments and arrange Nightstop placements Support guests and volunteers through a 24-hour on-call service when required Recruit, onboard and engage new volunteer hosts Promote the service at events and meetings, building strong relationships with partners Maintain accurate records and support reporting processes Ensure safeguarding and health and safety requirements are met at all times About You: We are looking for someone who is committed to supporting young people and has the skills to work calmly and effectively under pressure. You will bring: Experience of working with vulnerable people or people experiencing homelessness Understanding of housing and homelessness legislation and safeguarding procedures Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities Excellent communication and customer service skills Confidence in working collaboratively with a range of partners and stakeholders Flexibility to take part in an on-call rota and occasional evening or weekend work In return for working here, you will receive: • A comprehensive training package tailored to your needs and role • Flexible working model for suitable roles • 26 days annual leave rising to 30 after five years of service • Family-friendly leave policies including - maternity, adoption and parental leave and Carers leave. • Auto-enrolment to pension scheme employer from day 1 with employer contribution up to 7% and increasing with service • Employee Assistance Programme and access to the app 24/7 GP appointments, prescription service, health checks and nutrition advice. • Discount vouchers including gym, retail, food & drink, travel, electricals and more. • Cash benefit plan for you and your partner (living with you) and children under 18 including covering Dental, Optical, Hospital Stays, Scans and More • Death in service (4x Base salary) • Legal Advice line About the Organisation: The charity is dedicated to supporting vulnerable young people and adults at risk of homelessness. With services from Newcastle to London, they focus on prevention, resilience, and providing opportunities for a brighter future. Guided by Vincentian values, they aim to empower individuals to become self-sufficient and confident. Join the team and be a part of the mission to create lasting change. Other Roles You May Have Experience Of Could Include: Progression Coach, Homelessness Support Worker, Youth Support Worker. Supported Housing Officer, Young People s Case Worker, Community Outreach Worker, Case Manager, Housing Case Worker, Volunteer Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, etc. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Sep 02, 2025
Full time
Nightstop Support Worker & Volunteer Coordinator Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of young adults facing homelessness? Join a dynamic team as a Nightstop Support Worker & Volunteer Coordinator, where you will play a vital role in supporting and empowering individuals on their journey towards independence. Position: Nightstop Support Worker & Volunteer Coordinator Salary: £13,818 (£27,636 FTE) including London Weighting Plus Pension and Other Benefits Location: London SE1 Hours: Part-time, 18.75 hours Closing Date: Sunday 21 September 2025 About the Role: The Nightstop Coordinator role is busy and varied role, it involves working with young people from when they approach the service to when they find longer term accommodation. You will be responsible for being the first point of contact for all young people, assessing each young person s needs and risks, finding short and long term housing options, organising the logistics of each Nightstop placement and making sure that each Nightstop placement is safe. You will also lead on the promotion of the service with the aim of recruiting new Nightstop volunteers. The role will be based in the London office and cover referrals from young people in London. Key Responsibilities: Provide a welcoming and supportive service to young people at risk of homelessness Conduct needs and risk assessments and arrange Nightstop placements Support guests and volunteers through a 24-hour on-call service when required Recruit, onboard and engage new volunteer hosts Promote the service at events and meetings, building strong relationships with partners Maintain accurate records and support reporting processes Ensure safeguarding and health and safety requirements are met at all times About You: We are looking for someone who is committed to supporting young people and has the skills to work calmly and effectively under pressure. You will bring: Experience of working with vulnerable people or people experiencing homelessness Understanding of housing and homelessness legislation and safeguarding procedures Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities Excellent communication and customer service skills Confidence in working collaboratively with a range of partners and stakeholders Flexibility to take part in an on-call rota and occasional evening or weekend work In return for working here, you will receive: • A comprehensive training package tailored to your needs and role • Flexible working model for suitable roles • 26 days annual leave rising to 30 after five years of service • Family-friendly leave policies including - maternity, adoption and parental leave and Carers leave. • Auto-enrolment to pension scheme employer from day 1 with employer contribution up to 7% and increasing with service • Employee Assistance Programme and access to the app 24/7 GP appointments, prescription service, health checks and nutrition advice. • Discount vouchers including gym, retail, food & drink, travel, electricals and more. • Cash benefit plan for you and your partner (living with you) and children under 18 including covering Dental, Optical, Hospital Stays, Scans and More • Death in service (4x Base salary) • Legal Advice line About the Organisation: The charity is dedicated to supporting vulnerable young people and adults at risk of homelessness. With services from Newcastle to London, they focus on prevention, resilience, and providing opportunities for a brighter future. Guided by Vincentian values, they aim to empower individuals to become self-sufficient and confident. Join the team and be a part of the mission to create lasting change. Other Roles You May Have Experience Of Could Include: Progression Coach, Homelessness Support Worker, Youth Support Worker. Supported Housing Officer, Young People s Case Worker, Community Outreach Worker, Case Manager, Housing Case Worker, Volunteer Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, etc. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Job Title: Occupational Therapist - Redbridge Location: Redbridge Pay Rate: £39.85 per hour Liquid Personnel is currently looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join the team in Redbridge. This role involves delivering exceptional care to clients, ensuring their needs are met with professionalism and expertise. Responsibilities: Excellent knowledge, skills and experience with assessing for and making recommendations for major adaptations and complex equipment. Including preparing sketches, reading plans and providing detailed specifications for major works. Experience with working in a multi professional team and undertaking complex OT, holistic person-centered assessments, support planning and reviews of people with a range of health conditions and their carers. Understanding of the legal social care framework and housing legislation. x4 cases a week Benefits: Very hybrid working (finish report writing from home after completing the visits) Highest local authority pay rate in East London Excellent support available through out the process of completing cases Qualification and Experience: To be successful in this role, a degree in Occupational Therapy is essential. You must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), have the legal right to work in the UK and possess a minimum of 2 years of experience. Excellent knowledge, skills and experience with assessing for and making recommendations for major adaptations and complex equipment. Including preparing sketches, reading plans and providing detailed specifications for major works. Experience with working in a multi professional team and undertaking complex OT, holistic person-centred assessments, support planning and reviews of people with a range of health conditions and their carers. Why Liquid Personnel? Free DBS and compliance service Twice weekly payroll and 'Faster Pay' service, getting you paid more quickly Access to exclusive roles that aren't available from other agencies Free access to Liquid's exclusive social work training and CPD portal Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK "Refer a Friend" bonus - get £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place "Find your own job" bonus - get £250 for bringing your own position to us Liquid Personnel is an equal opportunities employer. Liquid Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Terms and conditions apply to our bonus schemes. Reasonable Adjustments: If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement. We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List. BH - 189343 GH - 30383
Sep 02, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Occupational Therapist - Redbridge Location: Redbridge Pay Rate: £39.85 per hour Liquid Personnel is currently looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join the team in Redbridge. This role involves delivering exceptional care to clients, ensuring their needs are met with professionalism and expertise. Responsibilities: Excellent knowledge, skills and experience with assessing for and making recommendations for major adaptations and complex equipment. Including preparing sketches, reading plans and providing detailed specifications for major works. Experience with working in a multi professional team and undertaking complex OT, holistic person-centered assessments, support planning and reviews of people with a range of health conditions and their carers. Understanding of the legal social care framework and housing legislation. x4 cases a week Benefits: Very hybrid working (finish report writing from home after completing the visits) Highest local authority pay rate in East London Excellent support available through out the process of completing cases Qualification and Experience: To be successful in this role, a degree in Occupational Therapy is essential. You must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), have the legal right to work in the UK and possess a minimum of 2 years of experience. Excellent knowledge, skills and experience with assessing for and making recommendations for major adaptations and complex equipment. Including preparing sketches, reading plans and providing detailed specifications for major works. Experience with working in a multi professional team and undertaking complex OT, holistic person-centred assessments, support planning and reviews of people with a range of health conditions and their carers. Why Liquid Personnel? Free DBS and compliance service Twice weekly payroll and 'Faster Pay' service, getting you paid more quickly Access to exclusive roles that aren't available from other agencies Free access to Liquid's exclusive social work training and CPD portal Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK "Refer a Friend" bonus - get £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place "Find your own job" bonus - get £250 for bringing your own position to us Liquid Personnel is an equal opportunities employer. Liquid Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Terms and conditions apply to our bonus schemes. Reasonable Adjustments: If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement. We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List. BH - 189343 GH - 30383
Closing date: Tuesday, 16th September 2025 at 9am Ref: SECW-252 Do you have extensive experience and understanding of working with children, young people and/or vulnerable adults including the crucial ability to build and maintain trusting relationships with young people and parents/carers who may have had previous negative experiences of services? If so, St Giles has the ideal challenge for you: as a Senior Caseworker on our pioneering SOS project. Here we work with both victims and perpetrators of serious youth violence and other gang related offences, helping clients to be safe, move away from offending and take positive choices. About St Giles Trust An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need. Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others. About this key role Your role will be to provide young person centred holistic support including everything from helping clients to understand their own behaviour and its consequences, and promoting change, to helping clients families to support them and providing practical help with attending appointments, education, training and employment options, housing, benefits, debt and other aspects of day-to-day living. You ll be part of a client focused SOS Team delivering casework services, predominantly Monday-Friday during office hours, and within Islington (although other hours and deployments may be required). You ll also work closely with a range of partner agencies to ensure clients access the appropriate services and get the best outcomes. Working flexibly within the community, with responsibility for one or more volunteers, you ll be building effective and engaging relationships with young people involved in or at risk of being involved in the criminal justice system, with the aim of improving their life chances. You ll conduct robust risk assessments and strengths-based needs assessments, with safeguarding as the priority, and ensure that all young people work towards an agreed support plan which is regularly reviewed and adapted. You ll also build effective relationships with agencies providing services to the client group, and enable clients to engage in positive activity within the community (e.g. boxing, football, etc). What we are looking for: Significant experience of working with children, young people and/or vulnerable adults and delivering interventions that have had a positive impact preferably in a health and wellbeing context and/or on an offender led support project. Experience of providing support, advice and advocacy, with the ability to assess clients needs. Extensive experience of managing complex safeguarding issues with children, young people and adults who are at risk of violence or exploitation, whilst working alone. Understanding of the physical, social, emotional and developmental needs of children and young people, their specific needs as they transition to legal adulthood, and the issues they face, e.g. exploitation, victimisation, offending, school exclusion, unemployment, trauma. Extensive knowledge of the impact of context with a clear understanding of best practice around contextual safeguarding and those experiencing harm outside the home. Knowledge of trauma-informed practice in the context of working with children, young people and parents/carers impacted by violence and exploitation, and of how trauma including from their own lives can impact on how practitioners manage cases. Working knowledge of child protection and safeguarding legislation/policy, with experience of providing support, advice and advocacy to staff with a safeguarding responsibility. Understanding of the importance of good quality case recording quality assurance principles. Ability to use electronic case management systems to record all aspects of the role, including action plans, outcomes and session data on a day-to-day basis. Recognition of the importance of resilience in coping with the emotional demands of the role and demonstrable experience of managing your own wellbeing. Relevant qualification to a good standard or equivalent experience ideally with relevant accredited training such as safeguarding, counselling or mental health first aid. As an organisation that works with children and adults at risk we are committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the safety of our clients and successful applicants will require an Enhanced Child and Adult with Child Barred DBS Check. We actively encourage people with personal experience of the issues facing this client group to apply for this role. In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4 x annual salary), duvet days, season ticket loan, employee perks programme, eye care voucher and much more. We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation. St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy. Closing date: 16th September 2025
Sep 02, 2025
Full time
Closing date: Tuesday, 16th September 2025 at 9am Ref: SECW-252 Do you have extensive experience and understanding of working with children, young people and/or vulnerable adults including the crucial ability to build and maintain trusting relationships with young people and parents/carers who may have had previous negative experiences of services? If so, St Giles has the ideal challenge for you: as a Senior Caseworker on our pioneering SOS project. Here we work with both victims and perpetrators of serious youth violence and other gang related offences, helping clients to be safe, move away from offending and take positive choices. About St Giles Trust An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need. Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others. About this key role Your role will be to provide young person centred holistic support including everything from helping clients to understand their own behaviour and its consequences, and promoting change, to helping clients families to support them and providing practical help with attending appointments, education, training and employment options, housing, benefits, debt and other aspects of day-to-day living. You ll be part of a client focused SOS Team delivering casework services, predominantly Monday-Friday during office hours, and within Islington (although other hours and deployments may be required). You ll also work closely with a range of partner agencies to ensure clients access the appropriate services and get the best outcomes. Working flexibly within the community, with responsibility for one or more volunteers, you ll be building effective and engaging relationships with young people involved in or at risk of being involved in the criminal justice system, with the aim of improving their life chances. You ll conduct robust risk assessments and strengths-based needs assessments, with safeguarding as the priority, and ensure that all young people work towards an agreed support plan which is regularly reviewed and adapted. You ll also build effective relationships with agencies providing services to the client group, and enable clients to engage in positive activity within the community (e.g. boxing, football, etc). What we are looking for: Significant experience of working with children, young people and/or vulnerable adults and delivering interventions that have had a positive impact preferably in a health and wellbeing context and/or on an offender led support project. Experience of providing support, advice and advocacy, with the ability to assess clients needs. Extensive experience of managing complex safeguarding issues with children, young people and adults who are at risk of violence or exploitation, whilst working alone. Understanding of the physical, social, emotional and developmental needs of children and young people, their specific needs as they transition to legal adulthood, and the issues they face, e.g. exploitation, victimisation, offending, school exclusion, unemployment, trauma. Extensive knowledge of the impact of context with a clear understanding of best practice around contextual safeguarding and those experiencing harm outside the home. Knowledge of trauma-informed practice in the context of working with children, young people and parents/carers impacted by violence and exploitation, and of how trauma including from their own lives can impact on how practitioners manage cases. Working knowledge of child protection and safeguarding legislation/policy, with experience of providing support, advice and advocacy to staff with a safeguarding responsibility. Understanding of the importance of good quality case recording quality assurance principles. Ability to use electronic case management systems to record all aspects of the role, including action plans, outcomes and session data on a day-to-day basis. Recognition of the importance of resilience in coping with the emotional demands of the role and demonstrable experience of managing your own wellbeing. Relevant qualification to a good standard or equivalent experience ideally with relevant accredited training such as safeguarding, counselling or mental health first aid. As an organisation that works with children and adults at risk we are committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the safety of our clients and successful applicants will require an Enhanced Child and Adult with Child Barred DBS Check. We actively encourage people with personal experience of the issues facing this client group to apply for this role. In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4 x annual salary), duvet days, season ticket loan, employee perks programme, eye care voucher and much more. We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation. St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy. Closing date: 16th September 2025
We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Support Worker to play a pivotal role in our Complex needs Service in Kingston. Sounds great, what will I be doing? This role is responsible for delivering person-centred support that promotes wellbeing, independence, and tenancy sustainment for service users with diverse and often complex needs. You will assess referrals, co-produce and review SMART support and risk management plans, and work in partnership with external agencies to ensure access to health, education, employment, and community resources. The role involves supporting independent living skills, financial stability, and recovery while preventing relapse or hospitalisation. You will maintain accurate records, uphold organisational policies, and contribute to service monitoring and development. Acting as a positive representative of Hestia, you will build strong relationships with service users, colleagues, and key stakeholders. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. Here's what the team will be looking for The ideal candidate will have experience delivering high-quality support to people with a variety of needs, aspirations, and associated risks. They should be confident using computer-based systems to record work accurately and have good knowledge of welfare benefits, housing options, and statutory legislation. Strong skills in client-focused key working, support planning, and risk assessments are essential to promote independence. The candidate should also demonstrate a solid understanding of issues affecting the client group, including mental health and substance misuse, and be able to liaise effectively with external professionals to enhance support packages. Knowledge of health and safety when working in service users' homes, as well as safeguarding practices, is required. The role also calls for flexibility to travel within the borough and a willingness to engage in ongoing professional development. Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
Sep 02, 2025
Full time
We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Support Worker to play a pivotal role in our Complex needs Service in Kingston. Sounds great, what will I be doing? This role is responsible for delivering person-centred support that promotes wellbeing, independence, and tenancy sustainment for service users with diverse and often complex needs. You will assess referrals, co-produce and review SMART support and risk management plans, and work in partnership with external agencies to ensure access to health, education, employment, and community resources. The role involves supporting independent living skills, financial stability, and recovery while preventing relapse or hospitalisation. You will maintain accurate records, uphold organisational policies, and contribute to service monitoring and development. Acting as a positive representative of Hestia, you will build strong relationships with service users, colleagues, and key stakeholders. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. Here's what the team will be looking for The ideal candidate will have experience delivering high-quality support to people with a variety of needs, aspirations, and associated risks. They should be confident using computer-based systems to record work accurately and have good knowledge of welfare benefits, housing options, and statutory legislation. Strong skills in client-focused key working, support planning, and risk assessments are essential to promote independence. The candidate should also demonstrate a solid understanding of issues affecting the client group, including mental health and substance misuse, and be able to liaise effectively with external professionals to enhance support packages. Knowledge of health and safety when working in service users' homes, as well as safeguarding practices, is required. The role also calls for flexibility to travel within the borough and a willingness to engage in ongoing professional development. Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
Look Ahead Care Support and Housing
Newham, London
We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Waking Night Support Worker to join our Mental Health service in Newham. No personal care or experience is required, just the right values. £21,606.00 per annum, working 30 hours per week. Shift Pattern: The role involves working on a rota pattern which will be three nights per week working 10 hours only each night on a seven day rota Want to feel like you're making a difference? You'll feel at home here. Our benefits include: Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service Free DBS Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card Fully paid induction programme and further training ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support Online wellbeing resources A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply) Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. Specific details about the service and team. If individual care role - details about the person. What you'll do: Night Support Workers enable people with particular needs to manage their tenancies and live independent lives of their choosing in the community. Night Support Workers are responsible for ensuring continuity of a support service at night and for keeping customers and the building safe. This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead About you: This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead. Building supportive, trusting relationships with customers and creating a positive atmosphere Working proactively with other members of the team to handle the service caseload and administrative responsibilities Conducting key work sessions as required, that are innovative and engaging in order to achieve Support Plan goals Ensuring ongoing assessment and management of risks associated with customers within an attitude of 'positive risk taking' Providing support with daily living activities, including practical assistance to support customers to independent living e.g. budgeting, cooking, establishing a night time routine Supporting customers to maintain a healthy environment and where appropriate assisting them to clean their accommodation and maintain good personal hygiene What you'll bring: Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement Exudes a warm friendly presence and open behaviour Prefers working as part of a group or team Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organized Able to apply the right balance of care and support dependant on the needs of the customer Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments Is confident with high levels of self-esteem Is respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can do attitude Ability to cope positively with challenging and diverse behaviour Ability to adhere to Look Ahead's professional boundaries policy Flexible For our full job description please visit our webiste Essential: NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent with little or some previous relevant sector work experience About us: Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us. We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values: We focus on Excellence and innovation. We are Caring and Compassionate. We are Inclusive and Trusted. We work in Partnership and are One-Team. Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.
Sep 02, 2025
Full time
We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Waking Night Support Worker to join our Mental Health service in Newham. No personal care or experience is required, just the right values. £21,606.00 per annum, working 30 hours per week. Shift Pattern: The role involves working on a rota pattern which will be three nights per week working 10 hours only each night on a seven day rota Want to feel like you're making a difference? You'll feel at home here. Our benefits include: Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service Free DBS Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card Fully paid induction programme and further training ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support Online wellbeing resources A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply) Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. Specific details about the service and team. If individual care role - details about the person. What you'll do: Night Support Workers enable people with particular needs to manage their tenancies and live independent lives of their choosing in the community. Night Support Workers are responsible for ensuring continuity of a support service at night and for keeping customers and the building safe. This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead About you: This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead. Building supportive, trusting relationships with customers and creating a positive atmosphere Working proactively with other members of the team to handle the service caseload and administrative responsibilities Conducting key work sessions as required, that are innovative and engaging in order to achieve Support Plan goals Ensuring ongoing assessment and management of risks associated with customers within an attitude of 'positive risk taking' Providing support with daily living activities, including practical assistance to support customers to independent living e.g. budgeting, cooking, establishing a night time routine Supporting customers to maintain a healthy environment and where appropriate assisting them to clean their accommodation and maintain good personal hygiene What you'll bring: Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement Exudes a warm friendly presence and open behaviour Prefers working as part of a group or team Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organized Able to apply the right balance of care and support dependant on the needs of the customer Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments Is confident with high levels of self-esteem Is respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can do attitude Ability to cope positively with challenging and diverse behaviour Ability to adhere to Look Ahead's professional boundaries policy Flexible For our full job description please visit our webiste Essential: NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent with little or some previous relevant sector work experience About us: Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us. We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values: We focus on Excellence and innovation. We are Caring and Compassionate. We are Inclusive and Trusted. We work in Partnership and are One-Team. Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.
Accommodation Worker (Part Time) Middlesbrough £25,049 - £26,552 pro rata 28 hours per week Temporary Role until 31st March 2026 Women s Services Rainham Close Middlesbrough It s an exciting time to be part of Supported Housing. Following the acquisition of a new support contract, several colleagues have successfully moved into different service areas. This has created an opportunity to join our dedicated team at Rainham Close. The post is currently funded until March 2026, with the potential to continue longer term. What the role involves: We re looking for someone passionate about making a real difference in the lives of women and children. Based primarily at Rainham Close, Middlesbrough, you ll support women who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, helping them to feel safe, overcome challenges, and build the skills they need for independent living. From Rainham Close, we also deliver: Hestia Domestic Abuse Move On Service Rough Sleeper Service This means there are opportunities to be involved across a range of schemes, providing varied and meaningful experiences. What we re looking for: We re proud of our strong reputation within the sector, built on the commitment and passion of our staff. To join our team, you ll bring: A genuine desire to support women and children in need A strong sense of social purpose and commitment to positive change Enthusiasm, resilience, and the ability to empower others If you re motivated by helping people thrive and want to be part of a service that makes a real impact, we d love to hear from you. If you're someone who believes in the power of community and enjoys supporting people to live well, this could be the perfect next step in your career. Apply now and help shape a place where people feel safe, supported, and connected. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion-Different Together At North Star, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion are part of our DNA. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates difference. It fuels our innovation and connects us even closer to customers and communities. We are keen to reflect the communities we serve and welcome applicants from a broad range of backgrounds and experience. We are committed to tackling issues of under representation in our staff team. As such we will guarantee an interview to any candidate who, has a disability, or considers themselves to be from an ethnic minority background and meets the essential criteria of the role. Closing Date for Applications is 8th September 2025 Assessments/Interviews are scheduled to take place on 18th September 2025
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Accommodation Worker (Part Time) Middlesbrough £25,049 - £26,552 pro rata 28 hours per week Temporary Role until 31st March 2026 Women s Services Rainham Close Middlesbrough It s an exciting time to be part of Supported Housing. Following the acquisition of a new support contract, several colleagues have successfully moved into different service areas. This has created an opportunity to join our dedicated team at Rainham Close. The post is currently funded until March 2026, with the potential to continue longer term. What the role involves: We re looking for someone passionate about making a real difference in the lives of women and children. Based primarily at Rainham Close, Middlesbrough, you ll support women who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, helping them to feel safe, overcome challenges, and build the skills they need for independent living. From Rainham Close, we also deliver: Hestia Domestic Abuse Move On Service Rough Sleeper Service This means there are opportunities to be involved across a range of schemes, providing varied and meaningful experiences. What we re looking for: We re proud of our strong reputation within the sector, built on the commitment and passion of our staff. To join our team, you ll bring: A genuine desire to support women and children in need A strong sense of social purpose and commitment to positive change Enthusiasm, resilience, and the ability to empower others If you re motivated by helping people thrive and want to be part of a service that makes a real impact, we d love to hear from you. If you're someone who believes in the power of community and enjoys supporting people to live well, this could be the perfect next step in your career. Apply now and help shape a place where people feel safe, supported, and connected. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion-Different Together At North Star, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion are part of our DNA. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates difference. It fuels our innovation and connects us even closer to customers and communities. We are keen to reflect the communities we serve and welcome applicants from a broad range of backgrounds and experience. We are committed to tackling issues of under representation in our staff team. As such we will guarantee an interview to any candidate who, has a disability, or considers themselves to be from an ethnic minority background and meets the essential criteria of the role. Closing Date for Applications is 8th September 2025 Assessments/Interviews are scheduled to take place on 18th September 2025
37.5 hours per week / permanent / working onsite on a seven-day rolling rota, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays on a four-on-four off shift pattern / This is a mobile role, requiring all applicants to have a full valid, UK Driving Licence. is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be. We do this by providing a safe home, increasing life skills and self-confidence, and improving emotional wellbeing and mental health. We are looking for a Housing Mobile Night Worker to provide floating support to our teams in high support 24-hour projects as well as medium support and transitional housing units to ensure that our properties are safe, secure, and welcoming through the night. Your shift will commence at Eastbourne Foyer and will support the static night worker there during the night as well as undertaking your mobile duties across Eastbourne, Hailsham, Bexhill and Hastings. Working on site you will be responsible for ensuring the service is safe by keeping clear records of night time activity within the building. You will regularly complete building checks and monitor CCTV upkeeping health and safety regulations in accordance with YMCA DLG's policies and procedures. You will work to prevent any anti-social behaviour from impacting our neighbours and other residents. You will work alongside other support staff to maximise the wellbeing of residents by completing one to one interventions with young people who may be experiencing mental health crisis and/or who may need medical assistance. You will also be lone working as part of the role, so you will need to be comfortable with decision making and following procedures. If you re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate. This is a dynamic and varied role; you will be passionate about being involved in the support and growth of young people. Ideally you will have experience working with young people, those considered vulnerable or with multiple and complex needs along with being able to demonstrate a real passion for wanting to work with young people. You will have an understanding of the needs of single homeless clients aged 16-25 and the ability to engage, motivate and inspire, with a strong commitment to changing the life of others for the better. You will already have clear verbal and written communication skills, good IT and keyboard skills and the ability to self-motivate. You will be an effective communicator who is able to deliver robust, clear handovers and build strong relationships with other members of your team. In addition, you will have the ability to de-escalate volatile situations and manage challenging behaviour appropriately. If you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this post, please contact Should you require any assistance with our application process, please email us at CLOSING DATE: Sunday 28 September 2025 at midnight. Successful candidates will already have the right to live and work in the UK without restrictions. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment. Accessibility If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us. YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced DBS (including the Children s and Adults barred lists) check, along with a reference and background check carried out by a third-party service provider.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
37.5 hours per week / permanent / working onsite on a seven-day rolling rota, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays on a four-on-four off shift pattern / This is a mobile role, requiring all applicants to have a full valid, UK Driving Licence. is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be. We do this by providing a safe home, increasing life skills and self-confidence, and improving emotional wellbeing and mental health. We are looking for a Housing Mobile Night Worker to provide floating support to our teams in high support 24-hour projects as well as medium support and transitional housing units to ensure that our properties are safe, secure, and welcoming through the night. Your shift will commence at Eastbourne Foyer and will support the static night worker there during the night as well as undertaking your mobile duties across Eastbourne, Hailsham, Bexhill and Hastings. Working on site you will be responsible for ensuring the service is safe by keeping clear records of night time activity within the building. You will regularly complete building checks and monitor CCTV upkeeping health and safety regulations in accordance with YMCA DLG's policies and procedures. You will work to prevent any anti-social behaviour from impacting our neighbours and other residents. You will work alongside other support staff to maximise the wellbeing of residents by completing one to one interventions with young people who may be experiencing mental health crisis and/or who may need medical assistance. You will also be lone working as part of the role, so you will need to be comfortable with decision making and following procedures. If you re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate. This is a dynamic and varied role; you will be passionate about being involved in the support and growth of young people. Ideally you will have experience working with young people, those considered vulnerable or with multiple and complex needs along with being able to demonstrate a real passion for wanting to work with young people. You will have an understanding of the needs of single homeless clients aged 16-25 and the ability to engage, motivate and inspire, with a strong commitment to changing the life of others for the better. You will already have clear verbal and written communication skills, good IT and keyboard skills and the ability to self-motivate. You will be an effective communicator who is able to deliver robust, clear handovers and build strong relationships with other members of your team. In addition, you will have the ability to de-escalate volatile situations and manage challenging behaviour appropriately. If you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this post, please contact Should you require any assistance with our application process, please email us at CLOSING DATE: Sunday 28 September 2025 at midnight. Successful candidates will already have the right to live and work in the UK without restrictions. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment. Accessibility If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us. YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced DBS (including the Children s and Adults barred lists) check, along with a reference and background check carried out by a third-party service provider.
£36,075 per year Full-time 1-year fixed term post. Job description CSE is seeking to appoint a confident and adaptable Project Manager (Maternity Cover) with the experience and initiative to lead and deliver a varied portfolio of community-based energy and climate projects. This role will likely initially focus on coordinating our work on the Energy Learning Network and supporting the networking of local community organisations that provide vital energy advice. The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator who is confident working with a wide range of stakeholders and has proven experience managing multi-partner or community-based projects. They will understand and seek to champion the value of community-led approaches to energy and climate action. Pay and conditions The role is full-time 1-year fixed contract (37.5 hours per week). The salary for the role will be £36,075. You will be entitled to 25 days paid holiday (plus statutory holidays). CSE offer a range of benefits including, subsidised bike purchase and Tech Scheme, Life Assurance, Health Cash plan, retail discounts and discounted breakdown cover and many more. We will pay fees and expenses on relevant training courses. Specific responsibilities An applicant appointed to the role will be expected to: - Consistently and effectively manage projects across a range of initiatives within the LACE team with responsibility for planning, promotion, budgeting, ongoing financial management, funder liaison, reporting, monitoring and evaluation. - Manage finance and resources for project work such as events, training, analysis, grant schemes, stakeholder engagement, community climate action, youth work and work supporting local authorities. - Line management of up to 1-2 junior members of the LACE team. - Contribute to team wellbeing by supporting co-workers in their tasks and proactively addressing issues relating to your projects or direct reports. Communicate project outputs effectively to team members, CSE staff and eternal stakeholders. - Oversee promotion and marketing of projects and outputs to ensure effective engagement with the target audience (in conjunction with Communications team). - Regularly represent CSE at external events (e.g. webinars, meetings, conferences), presenting to a Centre for Sustainable Energy 2024 high standard and sharing outputs and insights from projects you manage and work on. - Establish and maintain strong relationships and partnerships with funders and stakeholders, potentially including existing funders and strategic partners, community groups, local authorities, voluntary sector associations, housing associations, youth groups. - Provide expertise and experience necessary to deliver projects well and contribute to the upskilling of CSE staff and the capacity building of external stakeholders. In this role that could include models and approaches for viable community led sustainability initiatives, community renewables, sustainability initiatives, community engagement, community resilience, or energy efficiency. To see a more detailed list of responsibilities please see the supporting documents attached. These documents are also available to download from our website. Essential attributes for this role include: GCSE or O level Maths and English. Managing projects and project teams, including all financial processes, funder liaison, adaptive management, learning, communication, and reporting. Working closely with or within a local community focused organisation or a UK local authority. Working as part of a matrix management system, across project teams working on several different projects at the same time. Developing and writing successful funding proposals and tender responses. Excellent budget management and donor reporting skills. Please note, the above is an overview of the skills required for this role. To see the full list of essential and desirable skills please see the attached job description. How to apply To apply, please download and complete the application form available from our website and send it to our Jobs email . Your application should demonstrate your suitability for the role against the criteria outlined in the person specification and job description. The front sheet of the form containing personal information is not seen by the selection panel. To be considered for this role an application form must be sent to . org . uk . The closing date for applications is 22nd September . Interviews are expected to take place 6th October , though this is subject to change. If invited to interview, we will ask you to provide evidence of eligibility to work in the UK.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
£36,075 per year Full-time 1-year fixed term post. Job description CSE is seeking to appoint a confident and adaptable Project Manager (Maternity Cover) with the experience and initiative to lead and deliver a varied portfolio of community-based energy and climate projects. This role will likely initially focus on coordinating our work on the Energy Learning Network and supporting the networking of local community organisations that provide vital energy advice. The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator who is confident working with a wide range of stakeholders and has proven experience managing multi-partner or community-based projects. They will understand and seek to champion the value of community-led approaches to energy and climate action. Pay and conditions The role is full-time 1-year fixed contract (37.5 hours per week). The salary for the role will be £36,075. You will be entitled to 25 days paid holiday (plus statutory holidays). CSE offer a range of benefits including, subsidised bike purchase and Tech Scheme, Life Assurance, Health Cash plan, retail discounts and discounted breakdown cover and many more. We will pay fees and expenses on relevant training courses. Specific responsibilities An applicant appointed to the role will be expected to: - Consistently and effectively manage projects across a range of initiatives within the LACE team with responsibility for planning, promotion, budgeting, ongoing financial management, funder liaison, reporting, monitoring and evaluation. - Manage finance and resources for project work such as events, training, analysis, grant schemes, stakeholder engagement, community climate action, youth work and work supporting local authorities. - Line management of up to 1-2 junior members of the LACE team. - Contribute to team wellbeing by supporting co-workers in their tasks and proactively addressing issues relating to your projects or direct reports. Communicate project outputs effectively to team members, CSE staff and eternal stakeholders. - Oversee promotion and marketing of projects and outputs to ensure effective engagement with the target audience (in conjunction with Communications team). - Regularly represent CSE at external events (e.g. webinars, meetings, conferences), presenting to a Centre for Sustainable Energy 2024 high standard and sharing outputs and insights from projects you manage and work on. - Establish and maintain strong relationships and partnerships with funders and stakeholders, potentially including existing funders and strategic partners, community groups, local authorities, voluntary sector associations, housing associations, youth groups. - Provide expertise and experience necessary to deliver projects well and contribute to the upskilling of CSE staff and the capacity building of external stakeholders. In this role that could include models and approaches for viable community led sustainability initiatives, community renewables, sustainability initiatives, community engagement, community resilience, or energy efficiency. To see a more detailed list of responsibilities please see the supporting documents attached. These documents are also available to download from our website. Essential attributes for this role include: GCSE or O level Maths and English. Managing projects and project teams, including all financial processes, funder liaison, adaptive management, learning, communication, and reporting. Working closely with or within a local community focused organisation or a UK local authority. Working as part of a matrix management system, across project teams working on several different projects at the same time. Developing and writing successful funding proposals and tender responses. Excellent budget management and donor reporting skills. Please note, the above is an overview of the skills required for this role. To see the full list of essential and desirable skills please see the attached job description. How to apply To apply, please download and complete the application form available from our website and send it to our Jobs email . Your application should demonstrate your suitability for the role against the criteria outlined in the person specification and job description. The front sheet of the form containing personal information is not seen by the selection panel. To be considered for this role an application form must be sent to . org . uk . The closing date for applications is 22nd September . Interviews are expected to take place 6th October , though this is subject to change. If invited to interview, we will ask you to provide evidence of eligibility to work in the UK.
Planned Maintenance Surveyor with the Church of England Pensions Board-North England (Home Based) Planned Maintenance Surveyor - North England About the Church of England Pensions Board:The Church of England Pensions Board is a registered charity and one of the National Church Institutions (NCIs), supporting the Church's mission through financial and housing services. We provide pension schemes, housing, and charitable grants to over 30,000 current and former clergy, church workers, and their families.Our work is rooted in compassion, stewardship, and service. We manage several pension schemes, and we are committed to responsible investment practices that reflect Christian ethics and values.Within our Housing Department, we offer a range of housing options to support clergy in retirement, including: Over 1,200 rental properties across EnglandCommunity Living schemes (sheltered housing with additional facilities) in seven locationsPartnerships with other housing providers to expand access and choiceWe are proud to provide safe, comfortable, and dignified homes for those who have served the Church, and we continually invest in the quality and sustainability of our housing portfolio. We're looking for a Planned Maintenance Surveyor to join our growing team, managing a programme of work worth around £8m annually. You'll help ensure our residents live in safe, comfortable homes across our rental and Community Living schemes.What you'll be doing:Delivering planned maintenance projects including external repairs, internal refurbishments, and energy-saving upgrades.Managing major works at sheltered housing schemes.Working closely with residents, contractors, and consultants to ensure quality and compliance.Surveying properties and developing specifications and forward works programmes. What we're looking for:Strong technical knowledge of residential maintenance and construction.Experience in contract management and customer service in occupied housing.Excellent communication, organisational, and IT skills.A construction-related qualification and a valid UK driving licence. Location: Home-based in North England. Travel across England and Wales is required, with some visits to our London office. Salary & Benefits PackageWe offer a competitive and comprehensive package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing:Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum (depending on experience)Car Allowance: £3,600 per annumRemote & Flexible Working: Home-based role with flexibility to manage your own schedule and travelPension Scheme: Generous defined contribution pension scheme with employer contributionsAnnual Leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with serviceCareer Development: Opportunities for progression and professional development, including support for relevant qualificationsInclusive Culture: A welcoming and inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone belongsMonthly London Office Visits: Travel expenses covered for required in-person meetings, training, and team eventsTechnology & Equipment: Provision of IT equipment and tools to support effective remote working How to Apply:If you're interested in joining a values-driven organisation making a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.Please apply by Sunday, 14th September. For more information or an informal conversation about the role, please contact:Molly Spencer #
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Planned Maintenance Surveyor with the Church of England Pensions Board-North England (Home Based) Planned Maintenance Surveyor - North England About the Church of England Pensions Board:The Church of England Pensions Board is a registered charity and one of the National Church Institutions (NCIs), supporting the Church's mission through financial and housing services. We provide pension schemes, housing, and charitable grants to over 30,000 current and former clergy, church workers, and their families.Our work is rooted in compassion, stewardship, and service. We manage several pension schemes, and we are committed to responsible investment practices that reflect Christian ethics and values.Within our Housing Department, we offer a range of housing options to support clergy in retirement, including: Over 1,200 rental properties across EnglandCommunity Living schemes (sheltered housing with additional facilities) in seven locationsPartnerships with other housing providers to expand access and choiceWe are proud to provide safe, comfortable, and dignified homes for those who have served the Church, and we continually invest in the quality and sustainability of our housing portfolio. We're looking for a Planned Maintenance Surveyor to join our growing team, managing a programme of work worth around £8m annually. You'll help ensure our residents live in safe, comfortable homes across our rental and Community Living schemes.What you'll be doing:Delivering planned maintenance projects including external repairs, internal refurbishments, and energy-saving upgrades.Managing major works at sheltered housing schemes.Working closely with residents, contractors, and consultants to ensure quality and compliance.Surveying properties and developing specifications and forward works programmes. What we're looking for:Strong technical knowledge of residential maintenance and construction.Experience in contract management and customer service in occupied housing.Excellent communication, organisational, and IT skills.A construction-related qualification and a valid UK driving licence. Location: Home-based in North England. Travel across England and Wales is required, with some visits to our London office. Salary & Benefits PackageWe offer a competitive and comprehensive package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing:Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum (depending on experience)Car Allowance: £3,600 per annumRemote & Flexible Working: Home-based role with flexibility to manage your own schedule and travelPension Scheme: Generous defined contribution pension scheme with employer contributionsAnnual Leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with serviceCareer Development: Opportunities for progression and professional development, including support for relevant qualificationsInclusive Culture: A welcoming and inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone belongsMonthly London Office Visits: Travel expenses covered for required in-person meetings, training, and team eventsTechnology & Equipment: Provision of IT equipment and tools to support effective remote working How to Apply:If you're interested in joining a values-driven organisation making a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.Please apply by Sunday, 14th September. For more information or an informal conversation about the role, please contact:Molly Spencer #
Planned Maintenance Surveyor with the Church of England Pensions Board-South West England (Home Based) Planned Maintenance Surveyor - South West (Home-Based) About the Church of England Pensions Board:The Church of England Pensions Board is a registered charity and one of the National Church Institutions (NCIs), supporting the Church's mission through financial and housing services. We provide pension schemes, housing, and charitable grants to over 30,000 current and former clergy, church workers, and their families.Our work is rooted in compassion, stewardship, and service. We manage several pension schemes, and we are committed to responsible investment practices that reflect Christian ethics and values.Within our Housing Department, we offer a range of housing options to support clergy in retirement, including: Over 1,200 rental properties across England Community Living schemes (sheltered housing with additional facilities) in seven locations Partnerships with other housing providers to expand access and choice We are proud to provide safe, comfortable, and dignified homes for those who have served the Church, and we continually invest in the quality and sustainability of our housing portfolio. We're looking for a Planned Maintenance Surveyor to join our growing team, managing a programme of work worth around £8m annually. You'll help ensure our residents live in safe, comfortable homes across our rental and Community Living schemes. What you'll be doing: Delivering planned maintenance projects including external repairs, internal refurbishments, and energy-saving upgrades. Managing major works at sheltered housing schemes. Working closely with residents, contractors, and consultants to ensure quality and compliance. Surveying properties and developing specifications and forward works programmes. What we're looking for: Strong technical knowledge of residential maintenance and construction. Experience in contract management and customer service in occupied housing. Excellent communication, organisational, and IT skills. A construction-related qualification and a valid UK driving licence. Location: Home-based in the South West. Travel across England and Wales is required, with some visits to our London office. Salary & Benefits PackageWe offer a competitive and comprehensive package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing: Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum (depending on experience) Car Allowance: £3,600 per annum Remote & Flexible Working: Home-based role with flexibility to manage your own schedule and travel Pension Scheme: Generous defined contribution pension scheme with employer contributions Annual Leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service Career Development: Opportunities for progression and professional development, including support for relevant qualifications Inclusive Culture: A welcoming and inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone belongs Monthly London Office Visits: Travel expenses covered for required in-person meetings, training, and team events Technology & Equipment: Provision of IT equipment and tools to support effective remote working How to Apply:If you're interested in joining a values-driven organisation making a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.Please apply by Sunday, 14th September.For more information or an informal conversation about the role, please contact:Molly Spencer #
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Planned Maintenance Surveyor with the Church of England Pensions Board-South West England (Home Based) Planned Maintenance Surveyor - South West (Home-Based) About the Church of England Pensions Board:The Church of England Pensions Board is a registered charity and one of the National Church Institutions (NCIs), supporting the Church's mission through financial and housing services. We provide pension schemes, housing, and charitable grants to over 30,000 current and former clergy, church workers, and their families.Our work is rooted in compassion, stewardship, and service. We manage several pension schemes, and we are committed to responsible investment practices that reflect Christian ethics and values.Within our Housing Department, we offer a range of housing options to support clergy in retirement, including: Over 1,200 rental properties across England Community Living schemes (sheltered housing with additional facilities) in seven locations Partnerships with other housing providers to expand access and choice We are proud to provide safe, comfortable, and dignified homes for those who have served the Church, and we continually invest in the quality and sustainability of our housing portfolio. We're looking for a Planned Maintenance Surveyor to join our growing team, managing a programme of work worth around £8m annually. You'll help ensure our residents live in safe, comfortable homes across our rental and Community Living schemes. What you'll be doing: Delivering planned maintenance projects including external repairs, internal refurbishments, and energy-saving upgrades. Managing major works at sheltered housing schemes. Working closely with residents, contractors, and consultants to ensure quality and compliance. Surveying properties and developing specifications and forward works programmes. What we're looking for: Strong technical knowledge of residential maintenance and construction. Experience in contract management and customer service in occupied housing. Excellent communication, organisational, and IT skills. A construction-related qualification and a valid UK driving licence. Location: Home-based in the South West. Travel across England and Wales is required, with some visits to our London office. Salary & Benefits PackageWe offer a competitive and comprehensive package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing: Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum (depending on experience) Car Allowance: £3,600 per annum Remote & Flexible Working: Home-based role with flexibility to manage your own schedule and travel Pension Scheme: Generous defined contribution pension scheme with employer contributions Annual Leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service Career Development: Opportunities for progression and professional development, including support for relevant qualifications Inclusive Culture: A welcoming and inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone belongs Monthly London Office Visits: Travel expenses covered for required in-person meetings, training, and team events Technology & Equipment: Provision of IT equipment and tools to support effective remote working How to Apply:If you're interested in joining a values-driven organisation making a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.Please apply by Sunday, 14th September.For more information or an informal conversation about the role, please contact:Molly Spencer #
Planned Maintenance Surveyor with the Church of England Pensions Board- Midlands (Home Based) Planned Maintenance Surveyor - Midlands About the Church of England Pensions Board:The Church of England Pensions Board is a registered charity and one of the National Church Institutions (NCIs), supporting the Church's mission through financial and housing services. We provide pension schemes, housing, and charitable grants to over 30,000 current and former clergy, church workers, and their families.Our work is rooted in compassion, stewardship, and service. We manage several pension schemes, and we are committed to responsible investment practices that reflect Christian ethics and values.Within our Housing Department, we offer a range of housing options to support clergy in retirement, including: Over 1,200 rental properties across EnglandCommunity Living schemes (sheltered housing with additional facilities) in seven locationsPartnerships with other housing providers to expand access and choiceWe are proud to provide safe, comfortable, and dignified homes for those who have served the Church, and we continually invest in the quality and sustainability of our housing portfolio. We're looking for a Planned Maintenance Surveyor to join our growing team, managing a programme of work worth around £8m annually. You'll help ensure our residents live in safe, comfortable homes across our rental and Community Living schemes. What you'll be doing:Delivering planned maintenance projects including external repairs, internal refurbishments, and energy-saving upgrades.Managing major works at sheltered housing schemes.Working closely with residents, contractors, and consultants to ensure quality and compliance.Surveying properties and developing specifications and forward works programmes. What we're looking for:Strong technical knowledge of residential maintenance and construction.Experience in contract management and customer service in occupied housing.Excellent communication, organisational, and IT skills.A construction-related qualification and a valid UK driving licence. Location: Home-based in the Midlands. Travel across England and Wales is required, with some visits to our London office. Salary & Benefits Package:We offer a competitive and comprehensive package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing:Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum (depending on experience)Car Allowance: £3,600 per annumRemote & Flexible Working: Home-based role with flexibility to manage your own schedule and travelPension Scheme: Generous defined contribution pension scheme with employer contributionsAnnual Leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with serviceCareer Development: Opportunities for progression and professional development, including support for relevant qualificationsInclusive Culture: A welcoming and inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone belongsMonthly London Office Visits: Travel expenses covered for required in-person meetings, training, and team eventsTechnology & Equipment: Provision of IT equipment and tools to support effective remote working How to Apply:If you're interested in joining a values-driven organisation making a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.Please apply by Sunday, 14th September. For more information or an informal conversation about the role, please contact:Molly Spencer #
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Planned Maintenance Surveyor with the Church of England Pensions Board- Midlands (Home Based) Planned Maintenance Surveyor - Midlands About the Church of England Pensions Board:The Church of England Pensions Board is a registered charity and one of the National Church Institutions (NCIs), supporting the Church's mission through financial and housing services. We provide pension schemes, housing, and charitable grants to over 30,000 current and former clergy, church workers, and their families.Our work is rooted in compassion, stewardship, and service. We manage several pension schemes, and we are committed to responsible investment practices that reflect Christian ethics and values.Within our Housing Department, we offer a range of housing options to support clergy in retirement, including: Over 1,200 rental properties across EnglandCommunity Living schemes (sheltered housing with additional facilities) in seven locationsPartnerships with other housing providers to expand access and choiceWe are proud to provide safe, comfortable, and dignified homes for those who have served the Church, and we continually invest in the quality and sustainability of our housing portfolio. We're looking for a Planned Maintenance Surveyor to join our growing team, managing a programme of work worth around £8m annually. You'll help ensure our residents live in safe, comfortable homes across our rental and Community Living schemes. What you'll be doing:Delivering planned maintenance projects including external repairs, internal refurbishments, and energy-saving upgrades.Managing major works at sheltered housing schemes.Working closely with residents, contractors, and consultants to ensure quality and compliance.Surveying properties and developing specifications and forward works programmes. What we're looking for:Strong technical knowledge of residential maintenance and construction.Experience in contract management and customer service in occupied housing.Excellent communication, organisational, and IT skills.A construction-related qualification and a valid UK driving licence. Location: Home-based in the Midlands. Travel across England and Wales is required, with some visits to our London office. Salary & Benefits Package:We offer a competitive and comprehensive package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing:Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum (depending on experience)Car Allowance: £3,600 per annumRemote & Flexible Working: Home-based role with flexibility to manage your own schedule and travelPension Scheme: Generous defined contribution pension scheme with employer contributionsAnnual Leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with serviceCareer Development: Opportunities for progression and professional development, including support for relevant qualificationsInclusive Culture: A welcoming and inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone belongsMonthly London Office Visits: Travel expenses covered for required in-person meetings, training, and team eventsTechnology & Equipment: Provision of IT equipment and tools to support effective remote working How to Apply:If you're interested in joining a values-driven organisation making a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.Please apply by Sunday, 14th September. For more information or an informal conversation about the role, please contact:Molly Spencer #
Planned Maintenance Surveyor with the Church of England Pensions Board- London and the South East (Home Based) Planned Maintenance Surveyor - London and the South East About the Church of England Pensions Board:The Church of England Pensions Board is a registered charity and one of the National Church Institutions (NCIs), supporting the Church's mission through financial and housing services. We provide pension schemes, housing, and charitable grants to over 30,000 current and former clergy, church workers, and their families.Our work is rooted in compassion, stewardship, and service. We manage several pension schemes, and we are committed to responsible investment practices that reflect Christian ethics and values.Within our Housing Department, we offer a range of housing options to support clergy in retirement, including: Over 1,200 rental properties across EnglandCommunity Living schemes (sheltered housing with additional facilities) in seven locationsPartnerships with other housing providers to expand access and choiceWe are proud to provide safe, comfortable, and dignified homes for those who have served the Church, and we continually invest in the quality and sustainability of our housing portfolio. We're looking for a Planned Maintenance Surveyor to join our growing team, managing a programme of work worth around £8m annually. You'll help ensure our residents live in safe, comfortable homes across our rental and Community Living schemes. What you'll be doing:Delivering planned maintenance projects including external repairs, internal refurbishments, and energy-saving upgrades.Managing major works at sheltered housing schemes.Working closely with residents, contractors, and consultants to ensure quality and compliance.Surveying properties and developing specifications and forward works programmes. What we're looking for:Strong technical knowledge of residential maintenance and construction.Experience in contract management and customer service in occupied housing.Excellent communication, organisational, and IT skills.A construction-related qualification and a valid UK driving licence. Location: Home-based in London and the South East. Travel across England and Wales is required, with some visits to our London office. Salary & Benefits PackageWe offer a competitive and comprehensive package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing:Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum (depending on experience)Car Allowance: £3,600 per annumRemote & Flexible Working: Home-based role with flexibility to manage your own schedule and travelPension Scheme: Generous defined contribution pension scheme with employer contributionsAnnual Leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with serviceCareer Development: Opportunities for progression and professional development, including support for relevant qualificationsInclusive Culture: A welcoming and inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone belongsMonthly London Office Visits: Travel expenses covered for required in-person meetings, training, and team eventsTechnology & Equipment: Provision of IT equipment and tools to support effective remote working How to Apply:If you're interested in joining a values-driven organisation making a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.Please apply by Sunday, 14th September. For more information or an informal conversation about the role, please contact:Molly Spencer #
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Planned Maintenance Surveyor with the Church of England Pensions Board- London and the South East (Home Based) Planned Maintenance Surveyor - London and the South East About the Church of England Pensions Board:The Church of England Pensions Board is a registered charity and one of the National Church Institutions (NCIs), supporting the Church's mission through financial and housing services. We provide pension schemes, housing, and charitable grants to over 30,000 current and former clergy, church workers, and their families.Our work is rooted in compassion, stewardship, and service. We manage several pension schemes, and we are committed to responsible investment practices that reflect Christian ethics and values.Within our Housing Department, we offer a range of housing options to support clergy in retirement, including: Over 1,200 rental properties across EnglandCommunity Living schemes (sheltered housing with additional facilities) in seven locationsPartnerships with other housing providers to expand access and choiceWe are proud to provide safe, comfortable, and dignified homes for those who have served the Church, and we continually invest in the quality and sustainability of our housing portfolio. We're looking for a Planned Maintenance Surveyor to join our growing team, managing a programme of work worth around £8m annually. You'll help ensure our residents live in safe, comfortable homes across our rental and Community Living schemes. What you'll be doing:Delivering planned maintenance projects including external repairs, internal refurbishments, and energy-saving upgrades.Managing major works at sheltered housing schemes.Working closely with residents, contractors, and consultants to ensure quality and compliance.Surveying properties and developing specifications and forward works programmes. What we're looking for:Strong technical knowledge of residential maintenance and construction.Experience in contract management and customer service in occupied housing.Excellent communication, organisational, and IT skills.A construction-related qualification and a valid UK driving licence. Location: Home-based in London and the South East. Travel across England and Wales is required, with some visits to our London office. Salary & Benefits PackageWe offer a competitive and comprehensive package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing:Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum (depending on experience)Car Allowance: £3,600 per annumRemote & Flexible Working: Home-based role with flexibility to manage your own schedule and travelPension Scheme: Generous defined contribution pension scheme with employer contributionsAnnual Leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with serviceCareer Development: Opportunities for progression and professional development, including support for relevant qualificationsInclusive Culture: A welcoming and inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone belongsMonthly London Office Visits: Travel expenses covered for required in-person meetings, training, and team eventsTechnology & Equipment: Provision of IT equipment and tools to support effective remote working How to Apply:If you're interested in joining a values-driven organisation making a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.Please apply by Sunday, 14th September. For more information or an informal conversation about the role, please contact:Molly Spencer #
MANCHESTER ACTION ON STREET HEALTH
City, Manchester
We have an exciting opportunity to join MASH's staff team. We are looking for a Homeless Outreach Worker to join the team at MASH and provide support to women in Manchester. This role is part time at 21 hours per week and will include two night-time outreach shifts per week driving the MASH van. We believe in choice and empowerment, focusing on the material impact and reality of women's lives, and how we can work with women to create the change that works for them. We hold a strong belief in women's assets, talents, skills and abilities. Through our services we partner with women as they access and navigate services to aid recovery and realise their goals. MASH is the only organisation in Greater Manchester which exists specifically to support women who sex work. Through our range of services we build trusted relationships with women to keep them safer, healthier and more equipped to take control of their lives. Purpose of the role To work with other members of the MASH team to achieve the following outcomes for women who sex work: To improve women's health To improve women's well being To support women to make informed choices To increase women's safety To influence policy and practice changes in other agencies working with our client group Using a gender and trauma-informed approach, the Homeless Outreach Worker will deliver two sessions of street outreach each week. This will involve driving and taking the MASH mobile vehicle into areas of Manchester where women are engaged in sex work on the street. The role involves delivering a harm reduction approach to offer a quality service to women to improve health, housing and safety outcomes. This will be delivered with a respectful and non-judgemental approach assisting women to reduce harmful behaviours and improving access to a range of services to improve their outcomes.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity to join MASH's staff team. We are looking for a Homeless Outreach Worker to join the team at MASH and provide support to women in Manchester. This role is part time at 21 hours per week and will include two night-time outreach shifts per week driving the MASH van. We believe in choice and empowerment, focusing on the material impact and reality of women's lives, and how we can work with women to create the change that works for them. We hold a strong belief in women's assets, talents, skills and abilities. Through our services we partner with women as they access and navigate services to aid recovery and realise their goals. MASH is the only organisation in Greater Manchester which exists specifically to support women who sex work. Through our range of services we build trusted relationships with women to keep them safer, healthier and more equipped to take control of their lives. Purpose of the role To work with other members of the MASH team to achieve the following outcomes for women who sex work: To improve women's health To improve women's well being To support women to make informed choices To increase women's safety To influence policy and practice changes in other agencies working with our client group Using a gender and trauma-informed approach, the Homeless Outreach Worker will deliver two sessions of street outreach each week. This will involve driving and taking the MASH mobile vehicle into areas of Manchester where women are engaged in sex work on the street. The role involves delivering a harm reduction approach to offer a quality service to women to improve health, housing and safety outcomes. This will be delivered with a respectful and non-judgemental approach assisting women to reduce harmful behaviours and improving access to a range of services to improve their outcomes.
Roma Outreach Worker London 37.5 Hours per week This role will require the person to work early mornings and late nights in order to conduct outreach shifts. UK Driving Licence and Romani or Romanian language skills are essential. The Organisation Our client is dedicated to helping homeless people in London find secure accommodation and work towards a positive future. They work tirelessly to support homeless people to recover from their personal issues and break down the barriers that they face. They recognise that homelessness is much more than just a housing issue, so they provide a range of accommodation and support services to help people reach their full potential. The Benefits - Salary of £34,391.70 per annum - 34 days' holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) increasing with length of service - Pension scheme - Access to a free Employee Assistance Programme - A range of benefits including cycle to work scheme and staff wellbeing sessions - Refer a friend bonus scheme This is a superb opportunity for an individual with drive, focus and a desire to work with our client's outstanding charity to help them to combat homelessness. You'll discover a passionate, supportive environment where the entire team are working toward the same goals and are dedicated to making positive change and producing great results. The Role The purpose of the Roma Outreach Worker role is to deliver an effective service to single people who are currently rough sleeping. This post will actively support Roma clients, providing a continued and consistent point of contact whilst assisting them in navigating the various change pathways available to them. Are you passionate about utilising your language skills to assist in ending rough sleeping? Our client's organisation takes a proactive stance in supporting individuals away from rough sleeping, aiming for permanent transitions from rough sleeping. They are seeking a dynamic and self-driven individual with language proficiency in Romanian or Romany to join their Outreach Team as a Roma Outreach Worker. In this pivotal role, you will engage in street outreach shifts, assess needs, and deliver personalised case management. It is the beginning of assisting clients on their journey from homelessness to independence. To be considered for the role of Roma Outreach Worker, you will have: - Able to speak Romani or Romanian fluently or to a high level. - Full and clean UK driving licence. - Good understanding of the Roma communities. - Experience of working within the homelessness or social care sector. - Have a creative, solution-focused approach to overcoming challenges. - Knowledge of GDPR and data management. - Knowledge of current drug and alcohol provision and relevant services, pathways and conditions. - Emotional resilience to deal with challenging behaviour and to facilitate ongoing constructive engagement. - Solid IT skills with the ability to record sound and accurate records in a timely fashion on IT applications such as CHAIN and Inform. - A commitment to learning and continuous improvement. - Experience of support planning and risk assessing clients with complex needs, including safeguarding knowledge. - Able to develop positive and professional working relationships with clients to facilitate the best possible outcomes and address issues of social isolation and exclusion. - Experience in conducting client assessments and interviews and outcome monitoring. Our client is an equal opportunities employer, values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and they believe that the more inclusive their environment is, the better their work will be. Our client welcomes and encourages applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation. They are facing diverse problems, so need diverse people to tackle them. So, if you're seeking your next challenge as a Roma Outreach Worker, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Roma Outreach Worker London 37.5 Hours per week This role will require the person to work early mornings and late nights in order to conduct outreach shifts. UK Driving Licence and Romani or Romanian language skills are essential. The Organisation Our client is dedicated to helping homeless people in London find secure accommodation and work towards a positive future. They work tirelessly to support homeless people to recover from their personal issues and break down the barriers that they face. They recognise that homelessness is much more than just a housing issue, so they provide a range of accommodation and support services to help people reach their full potential. The Benefits - Salary of £34,391.70 per annum - 34 days' holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) increasing with length of service - Pension scheme - Access to a free Employee Assistance Programme - A range of benefits including cycle to work scheme and staff wellbeing sessions - Refer a friend bonus scheme This is a superb opportunity for an individual with drive, focus and a desire to work with our client's outstanding charity to help them to combat homelessness. You'll discover a passionate, supportive environment where the entire team are working toward the same goals and are dedicated to making positive change and producing great results. The Role The purpose of the Roma Outreach Worker role is to deliver an effective service to single people who are currently rough sleeping. This post will actively support Roma clients, providing a continued and consistent point of contact whilst assisting them in navigating the various change pathways available to them. Are you passionate about utilising your language skills to assist in ending rough sleeping? Our client's organisation takes a proactive stance in supporting individuals away from rough sleeping, aiming for permanent transitions from rough sleeping. They are seeking a dynamic and self-driven individual with language proficiency in Romanian or Romany to join their Outreach Team as a Roma Outreach Worker. In this pivotal role, you will engage in street outreach shifts, assess needs, and deliver personalised case management. It is the beginning of assisting clients on their journey from homelessness to independence. To be considered for the role of Roma Outreach Worker, you will have: - Able to speak Romani or Romanian fluently or to a high level. - Full and clean UK driving licence. - Good understanding of the Roma communities. - Experience of working within the homelessness or social care sector. - Have a creative, solution-focused approach to overcoming challenges. - Knowledge of GDPR and data management. - Knowledge of current drug and alcohol provision and relevant services, pathways and conditions. - Emotional resilience to deal with challenging behaviour and to facilitate ongoing constructive engagement. - Solid IT skills with the ability to record sound and accurate records in a timely fashion on IT applications such as CHAIN and Inform. - A commitment to learning and continuous improvement. - Experience of support planning and risk assessing clients with complex needs, including safeguarding knowledge. - Able to develop positive and professional working relationships with clients to facilitate the best possible outcomes and address issues of social isolation and exclusion. - Experience in conducting client assessments and interviews and outcome monitoring. Our client is an equal opportunities employer, values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and they believe that the more inclusive their environment is, the better their work will be. Our client welcomes and encourages applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation. They are facing diverse problems, so need diverse people to tackle them. So, if you're seeking your next challenge as a Roma Outreach Worker, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
