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Job Details We are looking for a dynamic individual who is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of care experienced young people from Dudley . You will need to have a positive, can-do approach and a willingness to work alongside partners and colleagues to overcome any challenges faced . Previous experience in either housing, homeless prevention, supporting young people to develop the independence skills that they will need to live successfully within their local communities and/ or working with care experienced young people will be beneficial. Most importantly you will need to be young person focused, relational and restorative in your approach, desiring the best for all you support. If this sounds like you, we would like to hear from you. If you require any further information about this exciting role please email Samantha Thornton@ <a href="mailto:samantha.thronton@dudley.gov.uk" target="_blank">samantha.thronton@dudley.gov.uk</a> or Maxine Brown @ <a href="mailto:maxine.brown@dudley.gov.uk" target="_blank">maxine.brown@dudley.gov.uk</a> So that we can demonstrate Dudley's commitment to diversity and inclusion and to improve bias in the recruitment process that could create barriers for candidates. Your personal data will be anonymised when you apply, to ensure that you comply with our anonymisation process, please ensure you have removed your name and date of birth from any attachments prior to uploading them to your application. Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy, online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK. Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK. If you require support completing an online or paper application form and or interview techniques, please contact Dudley Adult and Community Learning on 01384 818 143 or <a href="mailto:acl@dudley.gov.uk" target="_blank">acl@dudley.gov.uk</a> who can support with Digital Skills and Job Applications. If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application please contact the HR Resourcing Team via <a href="mailto:HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk</a> If you are experiencing a problem whilst applying for a position, please follow the link below to the WM Jobs Help Page in the first instance <a href="https://help.wmjobs.co.uk/" target="_blank">https://help.wmjobs.co.uk/</a> If the WM Jobs Help Page does not resolve your issue then please contact the HR Resourcing Team via <a href="mailto:HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk</a> Dudley Council will check the information that you have provided against any details already held for accuracy and completeness. The Council will check, share and cross match your information both internally within the council and with external organisations to protect public funds and prevent or detect crime, only where the law allows us to do so. The Council's full Privacy and Disclaimer Statement can be accessed on the website at <a href="https://www.dudley.gov.uk/privacy-disclaimer-statement/" target="_blank">https://www.dudley.gov.uk/privacy-disclaimer-statement/</a> N.B. We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications #LI-DMBC2019 Attached documents JD PS Benefits List

Personal Advisor - Homeless Prevention

<ul> <li>Location: Durham, Durham, United Kingdom</li> <li>Earnings: £24,136 Per Annum Plus Pension and Other Benefits</li> </ul>Homelessness Caseworker We have a new role available for Case Workersto work as part of a team delivering an assessment, support and move on service to vulnerable clients in supported and community-based accommodation, based in Bishop Auckland and Tow Law County Durham. Position: Homelessness Caseworker Location: County Durham Contract: Full time, permanent Hours: 37.5 hours a week Salary: £24,136 Per Annum plus pension and other benefits Closing Date: Sunday 15th June 2025 Key Note: Due to shift times, geographical location and type of work. We request people to have access to a car. About the Role As Homelessness Caseworker you will work under the direction, guidance and support of a Service Manager and an Assistant Area Director, you will be responsible for a caseload of clients as well as share responsibility for the safety and wellbeing of all clients, volunteers and staff in the service. The team follow a 5-week shift pattern of 8-hour shifts between 0730 - 2200 hrs The accommodation services are based in Bishop Auckland and Tow Law in County Durham. You will ensure that the accommodation is properly maintained and support the client to sustain their tenancy and participate in positive and successful move on. You will be responsible for a caseload of clients as well as shared responsibility for the safety and wellbeing of all clients, volunteers and staff in the service. This includes outreach support to clients in dispersed properties in the area. The role does involve lone working. Key responsibilities include: <ul> <li>Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all clients, following safeguarding and emergency procedures as needed.</li> <li>Act as key worker for a caseload of clients, leading on risk and needs assessments and SMART, outcomes-based support plans.</li> <li>Provide personalised, flexible, and creative support, involving clients in decision-making and encouraging participation in activities.</li> <li>Collaborate with external agencies to support clients, adhering to data protection and information sharing protocols.</li> <li>Support clients to access Education, Training, Employment, and Volunteering opportunities aligned with their goals and aspirations.</li> <li>Contribute to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment, including preparing accommodation for new clients and supporting their transition.</li> <li>Assist in coordinating and supporting volunteers and promoting client involvement initiatives and residents' meetings.</li> <li>Maintain clear, accurate records and participate in team rotas, including evenings and weekends, carrying out additional duties as required.</li></ul>About You You will need to have the following skills and experience: <ul> <li>Experience working with young people or those affected by homelessness.</li> <li>Understanding of the needs of individuals facing homelessness, mental health issues, substance misuse, or the care system.</li> <li>Knowledge of risk assessments, support planning, safeguarding, and health and safety procedures.</li> <li>Strong literacy, numeracy, IT skills, and commitment to diversity, equality, and professional integrity.</li> <li>Ability to maintain professional boundaries, work collaboratively, and reflect on practices for continuous development.</li></ul>In return for working here, you will receive: <ul> <li>A comprehensive training package tailored to your needs and role</li> <li>Flexible working model for suitable roles.</li> <li>26 days annual leave rising to 30 after five years of service.</li> <li>Family-friendly leave policies including - maternity, adoption and parental leave and Carers leave.</li> <li>Auto-enrolment to pension scheme employer from day 1 with employer contribution up to 7% and increasing with service</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme and access to the app - 24/7 GP appointments, prescription service, health checks and nutrition advice.</li></ul><ul> <li>Discount vouchers including gym, retail, food &amp; drink, travel, electricals and more.</li> <li>Cash benefit plan for you and your partner (living with you) and children under 18 including covering Dental, Optical, Hospital Stays, Scans and More</li></ul><ul> <li>Death in service (4x Base salary)</li> <li>Legal Advice line</li></ul>About the Organisation The charity delivers a wide range of support and housing services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. They specialise in the provision of services that prevent homelessness, increase the resilience of those they work with and energise opportunities for employment, education, training and volunteering in the communities they work within. The organisation reaches from Newcastle to London, Greater Manchester and Milton Keynes. You may have experience in areas such as: Support Worker, Peer Support, Project Manager, Care Caseworker, Youth Project Coordinator, Youth Caseworker, Care Worker, Health Care Assistant, Support Worker, Nurses, Social Care Worker, Care Assistant, Wellbeing Worker etc. #INDSCP PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Homelessness Caseworker

1 x FTC Maternity Cover 1 x Permanent - Full Time - 37 Hours per week Are you passionate about preventing homelessness and supporting people in finding sustainable housing solutions? Reading Borough Council is looking for a motivated, empathetic, and proactive individual to join our Housing Needs Team as a Homelessness Prevention Officer. We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as a diverse and inclusive team will be key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. About the role: • Leading on your own caseload and work collaboratively with other partner agencies. • You will work with members of the public to prevent them from losing their current home or to support them to secure a new one. • The focus of the role is to prevent households from being homeless whilst working within the legal framework. • The successful candidate will have the ability to negotiate through a variety of environments • Will require you to have difficult conversations and deliver on realistic expectations. Main Duties and responsibilities: In this vital role, you'll be working directly with residents at risk of homelessness to identify the root causes of their housing issues and support them to find lasting solutions. You'll create and manage personalised housing plans, tailoring your approach to meet the unique needs of each customer. Whether it's negotiating with landlords, mediating family breakdowns, or identifying benefit entitlements, you'll be there every step of the way to support people in maintaining or securing accommodation. You'll carry out interviews, home visits, and outreach work in a range of settings including homes, prisons, hostels, and hospitals. Using your knowledge of housing law, welfare benefits, and tenancy rights, you'll provide timely, accurate advice and support to help people navigate complex and often urgent situations. Where homelessness cannot be prevented, you'll be responsible for making statutory decisions in line with Part VII of the Housing Act 1996, managing casework to ensure compliance with legislation and best practice. Collaboration is key in this role. You'll work closely with internal departments, health services, social care, and local charities to safeguard vulnerable individuals and secure positive outcomes. You'll also contribute to service development, support new team members, and play a key role in driving continuous improvement within our homelessness prevention service. About you: We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated person with excellent communication skills and experience in problem solving and partnership working, with the ability to work with local residents to ensure their community feels safe. You will need to be able to complete case records, collate evidence and write witness statements, all underpinned with excellent organisational &amp; IT skills and the ability to manage your own workload. You'll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you'll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading Drive Efficiency - create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees' skills are developed and used effectively Be Ambitious - aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential Make a Difference to Reading - inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity Our offer We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you'll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including: • Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave • A wide range of flexible working opportunities • Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading • Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) • Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS) • On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted • Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; from work • Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax For more information on this position please contact Anna Layzell - Homelessness Prevention Team Leader - <a href="mailto:anna.layzell@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">anna.layzell@reading.gov.uk</a> Closing Date: Tuesday 24th June 2025 Interview Date: To be confirmed Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Homelessness Prevention Officer

Based at: Changing Lives, Doncaster Salary details: Grade 8, 32,662 - 36,239 (pay award pending) Contract Type: Temporary until 31 st March 2027 Hours: Full Time, 37 hours per week Closing date: 24th June 2025 Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post. The City of Doncaster Council is a confident, ambitious organisation which puts improving the life of its residents at the centre of everything we do. You have a opportunity to be part of this in the role of Single Homelessness Accommodation Programme Caseworker. The Single Homelessness Accommodation Programme (SHAP) was announced as part of the cross-cutting government strategy Ending Rough Sleeping for Good. SHAP is a funding programme under the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) with the aim of increasing the supply of good quality, specialist supported accommodation and housing-led approaches to address gaps in homelessness pathway provision. Doncaster is looking for a case worker to deliver care and support to those accommodated within this project. The post will sit within the Doncaster Complex Lives Team, which is made up of dedicated front line case workers, providing capacity to identify, engage, triage, and provide a support plan with a focus on recovery, resettlement, empowerment, and inclusion. The people which the team work with have a combination of mutually reinforcing challenges including homelessness, drug and alcohol misuse, offending behaviour, mental ill health, poor physical health, including sex workers. People in these situations have often experienced childhood trauma, family breakdown, domestic abuse, and other major life changing events. The team works flexibly and provides personalised responses to individual strengths and needs a strongly asset-based approach. In return for your hard work and dedication, we can offer you the chance to be part of a great team dedicated to ensuring that all people in Doncaster thrive. You will also have access to a variety of attractive employee benefits including competitive leave entitlement, a generous local government pension scheme, a wide range of well-being support and development opportunities. You will also have access to a range of staff discount and benefits schemes. More information on the benefits available to you as a City of Doncaster Council employee can be found in the attached benefits book. Please ensure you view the job summary and job profile as you will need to demonstrate in your application form how you meet the required criteria. Shortlisting to be completed on the 26th June 2025. It is anticipated that interviews will be held on the 4th July 2025. For further details or an informal chat, please contact: Nicola Milnes, Tel: 01302 737742, email <a href="mailto:Nicola.Milnes@doncaster.gov.uk" target="_blank">Nicola.Milnes@doncaster.gov.uk</a>. If you require support with completing the application or with interview skills in general, please contact the Advance team via email <a href="mailto:advanceemploymenthub@doncaster.gov.uk" target="_blank">advanceemploymenthub@doncaster.gov.uk</a> or visit their website <a href="http://www.advancedoncaster.co.uk" target="_blank">www.advancedoncaster.co.uk</a> for further details. This post involves working with adults and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service check at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme and can be found at <a href="http://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check</a> Doncaster Council is committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community where we strive to improve the quality of life for all. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expect all staff to share these commitments. City of Doncaster Council is a disability confident employer committed to a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We offer interviews to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job, are flexible when assessing people so disabled applicants have the best opportunity to demonstrate they can do the job and make reasonable adjustments as required.

Single Homelessness Accommodation Programme Caseworker (CDC)

Job summary Band 6 Specialist Podiatrist We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and innovative podiatrist to work within our Specialist Podiatry Service in Tower Hamlets within community clinics; domiciliary setting, Homeless clinics and Mile End Hospital. You will be involved daily in our Emergency Clinic at 8:30am Monday-Friday which provides Gold standard active wound care. Main duties of the job Just like you, we are ambitious about what we do. We are continually striving to improve service user care, experience and outcomes. The successful candidate will be required to be flexible, working as part of a multidisciplinary community foot health services team - offering specialist podiatric assessment and treatment via a holistic approach, to a varied and complex caseload. You will be involved daily in our Emergency Clinic at 8:30am Monday-Friday which provides "Gold standard" active wound care. You would be responsible for treatment planning for foot complications associated with e.g. diabetes, vascular / ischaemic long-term conditions and would be part of the foot protection team treating foot ulceration as part of community health services. You will have the opportunity to take part in nail surgery; and ulcer management clinics. Bring your dedication and determination here, and you will benefit from the support of an experienced and enthusiastic multi-professional team committed to the delivery of brilliant patient care. Will you join us on this journey? See JD for more about the role in detail. About us The successful candidate will be required to state three reasons why they should be shortlisted for this post. For an informal discussion please contact <a href="mailto:elsa.ahrens@nhs.net" target="_blank">elsa.ahrens@nhs.net</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zef7pEL8eos" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zef7pEL8eos</a> Job description Job responsibilities You would be responsible for treatment planning for foot complications associated with e.g. diabetes, vascular / ischemic long-term conditions and would be part of the foot protection team treating foot ulceration as part of community health services. You will have the opportunity to take part in nail surgery; and ulcer management clinics. Please be advised that application from applicants who have applied for this role within the last 6 months will not be considered Job description Job responsibilities You would be responsible for treatment planning for foot complications associated with e.g. diabetes, vascular / ischemic long-term conditions and would be part of the foot protection team treating foot ulceration as part of community health services. You will have the opportunity to take part in nail surgery; and ulcer management clinics. Please be advised that application from applicants who have applied for this role within the last 6 months will not be considered Person Specification Education/ Qualification/ Training Essential <ul> <li>BSc (Pod) or equivalent</li> <li>One year's post graduate work experience</li> <li>Current Registration with HCPC</li> </ul> Desirable <ul> <li>Post graduate qualification</li> <li>Current UK Driving license</li> </ul> Experience Essential <ul> <li>Appropriate post graduate work experience including high risk patients and diabetics/ willing to work towards it</li> <li>Experience of clinics with patients presenting with complex and varied pathologies.</li> <li>Creating and following treatment plans including onward referrals and liaise with other professional for health of the patient.</li> </ul> Desirable <ul> <li>Experience with managing stock within a set budget.</li> </ul> Knowledge and Skills Essential <ul> <li>Advanced hands on experience in treatment of high risk patients</li> <li>To ensure continued maintenance of equipment and machinery and identify and report any equipment needs.</li> <li>To ensure that pharmacy stocks are stored in accordance with COSHH guidelines.</li> <li>To manage a week-to-week domiciliary caseload and implement effective administration in accordance to department guidelines on domiciliary caseload management.</li> <li>To be responsible for the development, communication and implementation of a specialized individual treatment plan. Obtaining patient consent for surgical intervention and treatment as required. Staff will be required to re-assure; educate and negotiate potentially complex treatment options where denial of pathology or compliance with treatment may be an issue, overcoming communication barriers. appreciating relevant cultural factors and making reference to senior colleagues as necessary</li> <li>To work effectively as a part of a multidisciplinary team and independently as required in primary and secondary care settings to include; hospital clinics, ward rounds, health center community clinics, GP practice clinics, residential homes for the elderly, patient's homes and Mental Health units. Some of these may be in isolation, requiring autonomous practice guided by dept. policy</li> </ul> Personal and people development Essential <ul> <li>To support administration and clerical staff on a day-to-day basis by identifying and solving problems</li> <li>To participate in the services Clinical Governance initiatives and the development and implementation of standards, guidelines and protocols.</li> <li>To be actively involved in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.</li> <li>To support the team lead and head of service in managing and implementing change.</li> </ul> Desirable <ul> <li>To supervise the work of foot-care assistants and students on clinical placements.</li> <li>To help coordinate and support the provision of education and mentoring to junior members of staff including students and other podiatry grades.</li> </ul> Communication Essential <ul> <li>To attend monthly podiatry team meetings and locality multidisciplinary meetings in order to share information on local needs and initiatives and support the development of the podiatry service</li> <li>To continually review patients. progress and Refer as necessary to other health care professionals and podiatry clinical specialist leads to ensure appropriate care is provided.</li> <li>Maintain patient notes (electronic and hard copy) in a manner required by the Trust and current legal requirements.</li> </ul>Person Specification Education/ Qualification/ Training Essential <ul> <li>BSc (Pod) or equivalent</li> <li>One year's post graduate work experience</li> <li>Current Registration with HCPC</li> </ul> Desirable <ul> <li>Post graduate qualification</li> <li>Current UK Driving license</li> </ul> Experience Essential <ul> <li>Appropriate post graduate work experience including high risk patients and diabetics/ willing to work towards it</li> <li>Experience of clinics with patients presenting with complex and varied pathologies.</li> <li>Creating and following treatment plans including onward referrals and liaise with other professional for health of the patient.</li> </ul> Desirable <ul> <li>Experience with managing stock within a set budget.</li> </ul> Knowledge and Skills Essential <ul> <li>Advanced hands on experience in treatment of high risk patients</li> <li>To ensure continued maintenance of equipment and machinery and identify and report any equipment needs.</li> <li>To ensure that pharmacy stocks are stored in accordance with COSHH guidelines.</li> <li>To manage a week-to-week domiciliary caseload and implement effective administration in accordance to department guidelines on domiciliary caseload management.</li> <li>To be responsible for the development, communication and implementation of a specialized individual treatment plan. Obtaining patient consent for surgical intervention and treatment as required. Staff will be required to re-assure; educate and negotiate potentially complex treatment options where denial of pathology or compliance with treatment may be an issue, overcoming communication barriers. appreciating relevant cultural factors and making reference to senior colleagues as necessary</li> <li>To work effectively as a part of a multidisciplinary team and independently as required in primary and secondary care settings to include; hospital clinics, ward rounds, health center community clinics, GP practice clinics, residential homes for the elderly, patient's homes and Mental Health units. Some of these may be in isolation, requiring autonomous practice guided by dept. policy</li> </ul> Personal and people development Essential <ul> <li>To support administration and clerical staff on a day-to-day basis by identifying and solving problems</li> <li>To participate in the services Clinical Governance initiatives and the development and implementation of standards, guidelines and protocols.</li> <li>To be actively involved in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.</li> <li>To support the team lead and head of service in managing and implementing change.</li> </ul> Desirable <ul> <li>To supervise the work of foot-care assistants and students on clinical placements.</li> <li>To help coordinate and support the provision of education and mentoring to junior members of staff including students and other podiatry grades.</li> </ul> Communication Essential <ul> <li>To attend monthly podiatry team meetings and locality multidisciplinary meetings in order to share information on local needs and initiatives and support the development of the podiatry service</li> <li>To continually review patients. progress and Refer as necessary to other health care professionals and podiatry clinical specialist leads to ensure appropriate care is provided.</li> <li>Maintain patient notes (electronic and hard copy) in a manner required by the Trust and current legal requirements.</li> </ul>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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Employer details Employer name East London NHS Foundation Trust Address Mile End Hospital Bancroft Road LONDON E1 4DG Employer's website

Specialist Podiatrist - Homelessness Project

About Us Job Title: Homelessness Prevention &amp; Solutions Officer x2 Salary Range: £37,766 to £44,430 per annum Full time, Fixed term contracts Location: Housing Customer Services Centre, 90 Putney Bridge Road, SW18 1HR Other essential information: 2 positions available: 1 x fixed term contract until 31/7/2026 and 1x fixed term contract until 31/03/2028 Objective of role We are a London borough providing a very busy statutory homelessness advice service who are looking to recruit two Prevention and Solution Officers to work with us. In this role you will work with all types of people who approach us as homeless or are about to be. They may have become street homeless, or perhaps an individual has been asked to leave home. Maybe someone is being evicted from their tenancy and cannot remain there any longer or you may find that a family must leave their home due to violence. In this role you will work proactively with individuals and families to help support them in their homelessness journey and adhere to legislative guidance as well as policy and procedures set out for you to conduct your role effectively. Within the Prevention and Solutions Service, you will provide tailored advice and information to customers and provide interim accommodation where required. You will work within a hybrid model keeping a focus on the needs of our customers and supporting your work life balance. In addition to this, you will also provide an holistic approach and make the relevant referrals for clients who have complex needs that are not always immediately apparent. Your contribution and support will help those clients to stay in their current home or find a new home by delivery of key prevention techniques and options whilst managing expectations. You will enjoy partnership working, collaboration and have a keen motivation to meet objectives and importance of working towards targets. About the role In this role, you will need to do the following: <ul><li>Prevent and alleviate homelessness by providing housing advice and options to those who present as homeless.</li><li>Conduct and review homelessness needs assessments and complete personalised housing plans to help empower individuals to sustain and secure accommodation.</li><li>work collaboratively with various stakeholders and manage expectations.</li><li>Demonstrate an excellent customer centred approach and participate in Duty rotas.</li><li>Be able to issue out statutory homelessness decision letters aligned with Homelessness legislation in a timely manner.</li><li>Ability to take on a caseload and manage this effectively.</li><li>Utilise IT systems to accurately update and record information.</li></ul>Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience <ul><li>Understanding of Homelessness &amp; Prevention: Strong knowledge of the causes of homelessness and effective prevention techniques.</li><li>Legislative Expertise: Ability to interpret and explain complex laws and guidance clearly.</li><li>Fast-Paced Work Environment: Capability to thrive in a busy and demanding setting.</li><li>Communication &amp; Interpersonal Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication with strong relationship-building abilities.</li><li>Organisational &amp; Record Keeping: Exceptional skills in managing tasks and maintaining accurate records.</li><li>Experience with Complex Customers: Extensive background in working with individuals who have diverse and complex needs.</li><li>Resilience &amp; Teamwork: Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, demonstrating adaptability and perseverance.</li></ul>Closing Date: Sunday 22nd June (23.59) Shortlisting Date: W/C 23rd June Interview Date: TBC Test/Presentation: A written test will form part of the interview process Richmond &amp; Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan. Richmond and Wandsworth Councils

Homelessness Prevention and Solutions Officer

To apply for this job please upload your CV together with a supporting statement that provides evidence of how you meet the essential requirements of the person specification. Please include reference to your qualifications that are specified on the person specification within your CV/supporting statement. Please ensure you anonymise your CV and supporting statement. Experienced Specialist Social Worker Post - Salary up to £45,718 per annum Are you passionate about protecting vulnerable children and supporting young people through critical life transitions? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, purposeful environment where your decisions matter? Do you have a strong working knowledge of private fostering regulations and the legal frameworks surrounding homeless 16/17-year-old? If so you may be the social worker we are looking for. We are offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated Social Worker to join our dynamic Children's Services team in a newly developed specialist role focussed on Private Fostering and Youth Homelessness. This is more than just a job - it's a chance to shape the future of young lives when they need it most What You'll Do <ul><li>Take the lead on private fostering assessments, ensuring every child in informal care arrangements is safe, supported, and thriving.</li><li>Provide frontline intervention to 16- and 17-year-olds facing homelessness, offering practical solutions, emotional support, and long-term planning.</li><li>Work collaboratively with housing teams, health professionals, schools, and families to deliver holistic, child-focused services.</li><li>Carry out statutory assessments under the Children Act, identify needs, and deliver meaningful care plans that change lives.</li><li>Advocate for young people in crisis, helping them find stability, safety, and a voice in a system designed to protect them.</li><li>Work alongside our partner agencies in promoting and developing an understanding of private fostering within the community ensuring that all children who are in such an arrangement are referred through to EHASH.</li><li>You will report directly to the strategic lead for private fostering and youth homelessness.</li></ul>About us Here at Rochdale Borough Council, we are committed to supporting our children and young people to live in a borough where they can grow, get on and live well. Our dedicated teams ensure they feel safe, healthy, successful and heard too, and we are incredibly proud, passionate and pioneering in the way our services are delivered. Everyone here plays a valued role in achieving this as we work closely with residents to deliver real positive progress and support them to achieve the best possible outcomes as part of our Raising Rochdale ethos. We always have lots of great things happening in our borough and we never stand still so this is a great time to join our team and succeed at Rochdale. We offer lots of training and supervision alongside help and guidance to build positive relationships with our children, young people and their families. We would love for you to join us and if you would like to speak to a member of our team about this role and our wider opportunities, just email <a href="mailto:JoinRochdaleCS@rochdale.gov.uk" target="_blank">JoinRochdaleCS@rochdale.gov.uk</a> with your name and number and we'll give you a call. We reward you with great benefits: <ul><li>Highly competitive salary with an opportunity to earn up to £1,000 extra, every year (£500 retention payment every six months)</li><li>Hybrid and flexible working</li><li>Excellent continuous professional development opportunities</li><li>Exciting career progression pathway</li><li>An attractive pension</li><li>Staff recognition awards and celebration events</li><li>Visible and supportive leadership</li><li>Mileage payment and town centre parking scheme</li><li>Up to 31 days annual leave with an option to buy more</li><li>Paid for Social Work England professional fees</li><li>Staff discount at popular retail and leisure sites</li></ul>Other benefits <ul><li>Work in a modern, award-winning building</li><li>Be conveniently located next to the Metrolink, bus exchange and a short walk from Rochdale train station</li><li>You're also a 10-minute drive from the M62 corridor</li></ul>What our colleagues say... Our social workers say Rochdale Council is a great place to work and their managers are supportive, approachable and listen to their ideas. Here are some further comments from our social workers... <ul><li>'We work in friendly, supportive, multidisciplinary teams'</li><li>'There are lots of easy to access training opportunities to learn and aid career development'</li><li>'We have lots of community resources available to support families'</li><li>'We are based right in the town centre office, next to M&amp;S and close to local services'</li></ul>We are making positive progress in terms of our ways to work with children, young people and families as work to deliver better outcomes for all. We are empathetic and listen to our families as we build on their strengths to work towards agreed goals. At Rochdale Borough Council we are committed to our Values and Behaviours. <ul><li>Proud of the difference we make</li><li>Passionate about the diversities of the Borough</li><li>Pioneering and Open in our Approach</li></ul>We look forward to hearing from you about which of our friendly teams that best fits your expertise come and join Team Rochdale. As part of our safeguarding commitment to promoting the welfare of our children, young people and vulnerable adults, appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced DBS including a barred list check child workforce. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer a sponsorship for this role at this stage. This organisation has signed up to the Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment. This means we will recognise your continuous or 'unbroken' service in any Greater Manchester local authority or NHS organisation, Transport for Greater Manchester, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service or Greater Manchester Combined Authority; giving you access to our service-related benefits.

Experienced Social Worker - Private Fostering and Youth homeless

The Vacancy FULL TIME - 37HRS Isle of Wight Homeless Pathway provides support to adults who are homeless or at risk of homelessness across a number of properties, one of these being a dedicated women's only service. Our aim is to provide person-centred support to our clients, empowering them to gain the life skills they require to move on to more independent living. We also work with a range of agencies to maximise the support and opportunities for clients. Although this can be a challenging role, it's also very rewarding. This is an exciting role, where no two days will be the same, you will take part in various tasks, such as running client activities and life skills projects. If you love working with people and want to make a difference in the lives of those you support, then please apply. JOB PURPOSE To lead on the case management of clients and be part of a team that supports them in keeping them safe and helping them achieve their goals. To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES <ul> <li>To assess the needs of each client, helping to develop their individual support plan to achieve their goals</li> <li>To produce and regularly review comprehensive client-based risk assessments</li> <li>To manage a caseload of clients on a one-to-one basis </li> <li>To support clients to gain and/or maintain accommodation or achieve outcomes defined by the service specification</li> <li>To engage with local authorities, health providers and other agencies, creating and maintaining constructive working relationships to maximise the opportunities available to clients</li> <li>To lead on client activities to help them gain practical life skills and encourage their engagement with the running of the service</li> <li>To support clients with managing their finances, paying rent, managing arrears and accessing benefits</li> <li>To encourage and signpost clients to the local community and to resources relevant to their aspirations including education, training, employment activity or volunteering </li> <li>To support clients in trauma informed and psychologically informed ways</li> <li>To adhere to safeguarding responsibilities, following our safeguarding policy and procedure</li> <li>To help maintain health and safety, ensuring clients, visitors and buildings are safe in accordance with Health and Safety regulations, policy and procedures</li> <li>To provide basic first aid assistance until help arrives (full training is provided)</li> <li>To work confidently and efficiently when lone working</li> <li>To maintain accurate records on our client management system and ensure these are stored in line with GDPR</li> <li>To maintain confidentiality</li> <li>To represent the organisation in a professional manner </li> <li>To carry out any other reasonable duties required in the interest of the organisation</li></ul>ROLE REQUIREMENTS <ul> <li>This role will require an Enhanced with Barred List(s) disclosure and barring service check is a requirement for this role. This would be completed on appointment of the role</li> <li>This role will require a full drivers' licence and access to a vehicle</li> <li>This role will require you to work flexibly across several sites </li> <li>This role will require you to work with clients on a one-to-one basis</li> <li>This role will require you to work nights and/or weekends</li> <li>This role will require you to lone work</li></ul>ESSENTIAL CRITERIA <ul> <li>Strong communication skills, both verbal and written</li> <li>Clear verbal and written English </li> <li>Good keyboard skills for data inputting</li> <li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word</li> <li>Confident and assertive manner</li> <li>Ability to self-motivate as you will work on your own</li> <li>Effective team working </li> <li>Ability to respond calmly to crisis</li> <li>Deal promptly with and effectively react to challenging situations</li> <li>Have an interest and genuine concern for homelessness and related issues</li></ul>DESIRABLE CRITERIA <ul> <li>Experience of managing a caseload of clients </li> <li>Understanding of risk assessment and person-centred, outcomes-based delivery</li> <li>Understanding of the support needs of people experiencing homelessness or those with complex needs</li> <li>Knowledge of voluntary and statutory agencies, housing regulations and the benefits system</li></ul>We reserve the right to close our adverts early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible. About Us We offer support to people who are homeless, vulnerable or at risk of becoming homeless and need help rebuilding their lives for a brighter future. Our services include safe, flexible and reliable client led housing and support with a focus on reducing homelessness, improving health and wellbeing and building on individual's skills and resilience to break the cycle of homelessness, poverty and exclusion. We work in partnership with multiple agencies and authorities to deliver support and accommodation needs across Berkshire, Hampshire, Isle of Wight and Dorset. We are dedicated to safeguarding all young people and adults with our services. We follow safer recruitment practices for all our vacancies to assure that all successful candidates are suitable to work with our clients. We're committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that embodies our values and promotes a tolerant and respectful environment where everyone can feel empowered to succeed. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and will support with any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process. Our vision To be a safety net for people in tough times and the springboard to a brighter future. Our mission To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. Our values Everyone matters We know we're stronger together We do the right things, for the right reasons We never give up Our Gallery Previous Next Our Benefits Extra mile awards Pension with life cover Blue Light Card Champions of equality Employee assistance programme Staff discounts via Wider Wallet Dedication to wellbeing GP helpline Length of service awards Generous and flexible holiday Refer a friend scheme

Homeless Support Worker

Job Introduction Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of adults experiencing homelessness? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment, working to develop creative solutions that improve lives? If so, this could be the role for you. About the Role Based in Adult Social Care &amp; Safeguarding and reporting to the Deputy Principal Social Worker, the Consultant Social Worker - Housing &amp; Homelessness will support social care practitioners and housing colleagues in tackling homelessness, rough sleeping, and unsustainable accommodation. Working in close partnership with commissioning teams, borough and district councils-particularly Stafford and Cannock-the role will be instrumental in breaking down barriers and finding tailored solutions for adults who have needs under the Care Act. This position requires a strengths-based approach, ensuring that social care practitioners are effectively supporting individuals through prevention, intervention, and long-term planning. The Consultant Social Worker will work directly with adults alongside social care teams, aiding in assessments and support planning, while also advising on strategic interventions to shape specialist services. This role offers and element of remote working and the post holder will share their working time with Stafford borough council Housing teams and Adult Social Care teams. The role is designated for a fixed term period of 12 months with scope to be extended. Working hours will be Monday to Friday 8:30am- 5pm Main Responsibility In this role you'll: <ul><li>Provide professional oversight of social work practice in relation to Homelessness and Rough Sleeping by providing solution focused support to practitioners and partners.</li><li>Provide training opportunities across teams, departments and partners relating to the areas of expertise.</li><li>In line with duties and responsibilities under the care act, seek creative solutions for adults who are, or who are at risk of homelessness. </li><li>Engage with other services provided by health and social care to ensure a holistic response that meets the needs and outcomes of adults within Staffordshire</li><li> Advise and provide critical analysis on strategic commissioning objectives ensuring that they are compliant with the Care Act (2014) and in line with the Strength Based Approach.</li><li>Represent Adult Social Care at relevant meetings, forum and committees at Stafford and Cannock District Council.</li><li>Support development of relevant practice guidance and information available to practitioners and adults. </li><li>Provide and support student practitioner placements and work in partnership with higher education and SWLA as required.</li><li>Involvement with Regional and National networks where appropriate</li></ul>The Ideal Candidate You will: <ul><li>be a qualified social worker.</li><li>Have a strong desire to help and support people to ensure their views and wishes are heard,</li><li>Have significant experience in the field and experience of developing and delivering training.</li><li>be motivated by the purpose of your role - to help and support others.</li><li>a team player and able to flex to the needs of the team.</li><li>be able to help mentor and coach other colleagues.</li></ul>You'll also have a proven track record of a person centred, and asset focused outlook and you'll have high professional standards. In return for your skills, enthusiasm, and commitment we will support you to take your career to the next level within an exciting, progressive, imaginative, and diverse service. Interviews will be held: Week commencing 17 June 2025. We value transferable skills, experiences, and qualifications so consider applying anyway or for an informal chat about the role please contact Sara Bell Deputy Principal Social Worker at: <a href="mailto:sara.bell1@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">sara.bell1@staffordshire.gov.uk</a> Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you'll bring to the role. About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council: Our Values: The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively. Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy: We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future. We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too. Our benefits: We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance. In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire Our recruitment process: As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communities As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the minimum criteria for the post. As you'll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that's why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.

Consultant Social worker - Housing and Homelessness

Our aim is, wherever possible, to prevent homelessness at the earliest stage by helping residents to maintain the foundations for a stable life: somewhere to live, an income, financial inclusion and employment opportunities. We hope that this opportunity will attract interest from people who are committed to preventing and ending homelessness in Newcastle. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an internationally recognised council for its homelessness prevention work as evidenced by the World Habitat 2020 Gold Award. The role of the Homelessness Prevention Officer is to find homelessness prevention and relief options for residents at risk by working collaboratively with housing and homelessness services and other relevant partners. This role can be demanding but rewarding, providing a real opportunity to help people to access the services they require. A key part of this role is to carry out statutory homeless assessments making appropriate enquiries to inform decisions in line with national legislation and local policy aims and to determine the available options for the individual. You will need to have a good understanding of the issues surrounding homelessness and its prevention, along with IT and case recording and coordination skills. The ability to solve problems within the context of the Council's policies and legal duties, manage a caseload and meet deadlines as well as being able to work on your own initiative and as part of the team is essential. As well as this the successful candidate will need to be able to negotiate and communicate empathetically with people whilst being sensitive to different life experiences. For an informal discussion please contact Deb Shiel on 07875 970 299 or James Williams on 07810 521 908. Apply online at <a href="http://www.northeastjobs.org.uk" target="_blank">www.northeastjobs.org.uk</a> , select 'Apply Now' and complete our online application form. Before completing the form please ensure you read the supporting documents. Any communication sent to you regarding your application will be sent to the email address you have set up on your Northeast Jobs account, so you will need to ensure that you check your inbox.

ELFT has long been recognised as a centre of excellence for mental and health care, innovation and improvement. So it is a very exciting time for you to come and work for us. Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations. Job overview Band 6 Specialist Podiatrist We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and innovative podiatrist to work within our Specialist Podiatry Service in Tower Hamlets within community clinics; domiciliary setting, Homeless clinics and Mile End Hospital. You will be involved daily in our Emergency Clinic at 8:30am Monday-Friday which provides Gold standard active wound care. Main duties of the job Just like you, we are ambitious about what we do. We are continually striving to improve service user care, experience and outcomes. The successful candidate will be required to be flexible, working as part of a multidisciplinary community foot health services team - offering specialist podiatric assessment and treatment via a holistic approach, to a varied and complex caseload. You will be involved daily in our Emergency Clinic at 8:30am Monday-Friday which provides "Gold standard" active wound care. You would be responsible for treatment planning for foot complications associated with e.g. diabetes, vascular / ischaemic long-term conditions and would be part of the foot protection team treating foot ulceration as part of community health services. You will have the opportunity to take part in nail surgery; and ulcer management clinics. Bring your dedication and determination here, and you will benefit from the support of an experienced and enthusiastic multi-professional team committed to the delivery of brilliant patient care. Will you join us on this journey? See JD for more about the role in detail. Working for our organisation The successful candidate will be required to state three reasons why they should be shortlisted for this post. For an informal discussion please contact <a href="mailto:elsa.ahrens@nhs.net" target="_blank">elsa.ahrens@nhs.net</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zef7pEL8eos" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zef7pEL8eos</a> Detailed job description and main responsibilities You would be responsible for treatment planning for foot complications associated with e.g. diabetes, vascular / ischemic long-term conditions and would be part of the foot protection team treating foot ulceration as part of community health services. You will have the opportunity to take part in nail surgery; and ulcer management clinics. Please be advised that application from applicants who have applied for this role within the last 6 months will not be considered Person specification Education/ Qualification/ Training Essential criteria <ul><li>BSc (Pod) or equivalent</li><li>One year's post graduate work experience</li><li>Current Registration with HCPC</li></ul>Desirable criteria <ul><li>Post graduate qualification</li><li>Current UK Driving license</li></ul>Experience Essential criteria <ul><li>Appropriate post graduate work experience including high risk patients and diabetics/ willing to work towards it</li><li>Experience of clinics with patients presenting with complex and varied pathologies.</li><li>Creating and following treatment plans including onward referrals and liaise with other professional for health of the patient.</li></ul>Desirable criteria <ul><li>Experience with managing stock within a set budget.</li></ul>Knowledge and Skills Essential criteria <ul><li>Advanced hands on experience in treatment of high risk patients</li><li>To ensure continued maintenance of equipment and machinery and identify and report any equipment needs.</li><li>To ensure that pharmacy stocks are stored in accordance with COSHH guidelines.</li><li>To manage a week-to-week domiciliary caseload and implement effective administration in accordance to department guidelines on domiciliary caseload management.</li><li>To be responsible for the development, communication and implementation of a specialized individual treatment plan. Obtaining patient consent for surgical intervention and treatment as required. Staff will be required to re-assure; educate and negotiate potentially complex treatment options where denial of pathology or compliance with treatment may be an issue, overcoming communication barriers. appreciating relevant cultural factors and making reference to senior colleagues as necessary</li><li>To work effectively as a part of a multidisciplinary team and independently as required in primary and secondary care settings to include; hospital clinics, ward rounds, health center community clinics, GP practice clinics, residential homes for the elderly, patient's homes and Mental Health units. Some of these may be in isolation, requiring autonomous practice guided by dept. policy</li></ul>Personal and people development Essential criteria <ul><li>To support administration and clerical staff on a day-to-day basis by identifying and solving problems</li><li>To participate in the services Clinical Governance initiatives and the development and implementation of standards, guidelines and protocols.</li><li>To be actively involved in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.</li><li>To support the team lead and head of service in managing and implementing change.</li></ul>Desirable criteria <ul><li>To supervise the work of foot-care assistants and students on clinical placements.</li><li>To help coordinate and support the provision of education and mentoring to junior members of staff including students and other podiatry grades.</li></ul>Communication Essential criteria <ul><li>To attend monthly podiatry team meetings and locality multidisciplinary meetings in order to share information on local needs and initiatives and support the development of the podiatry service</li><li>To continually review patients. progress and Refer as necessary to other health care professionals and podiatry clinical specialist leads to ensure appropriate care is provided.</li><li>Maintain patient notes (electronic and hard copy) in a manner required by the Trust and current legal requirements.</li></ul>Making Things Better Quality Improvement is a key part of our work to improve our services and refine how we do things. We have a global reputation for our quality improvement work and we don't stand still! So we offer a fantastic opportunity for our staff to learn, lead and contribute towards improving our services. We launched our Five Year Strategy in April 2018, which identified four main strategic outcomes to improve: population health outcomes, experience of care, staff experience and improve value. This complements the NHS Long Term Strategy and sets out our direction of travel. Our Community We provide a wide range of community health and mental health inpatient services to children, young people, adults of working age, and older adults in The City of London, Hackney, Newham, Tower Hamlets, Bedfordshire and Luton. We also provide psychological therapy services to the London Borough of Richmond, and provide Forensic services to the whole of North East London. We provide services in urban and rural settings, sometimes in our inpatient units, but mostly in the community close to where people live. Integrated care is key in making the best use of resources and providing effective care. Aiming High We were rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC in 2016, were proud to be rated 'Outstanding' again in 2018 and continue to be rate 'Outstanding' in 2021.. We were named in the HSJ's Top 10 best places to work in healthcare and were voted Provider Trust of the Year in 2018. Staff and Service Users United We strive to ensure that staff feel valued by the Trust and as they are truly pivotal in delivering better outcomes for our patients and service users. Our aspiration is to help to make ELFT the best place to work. This Trust is clinician-led and provides the highest possible level of clinical expertise throughout its services. We pride ourselves on our service user involvement. A service user will be on your assessment centre and interview panel if you are invited to meet us. We especially welcome people with lived experience of health difficulties, with insight and understanding of different backgrounds, cultures and lifestyles in our population as we believe that this will equip staff to deliver a high standard of care to our service users and patients. Diversity ELFT Is committed to being a diverse organisation and our workforce is reflective of the population and communities we serve. We believe that having colleagues with a range of backgrounds and life experiences enriches and adds value to the outcomes we have set out to achieve. Having partnered and endorsed by organisations who are representative and experts in various areas of equality and diversity, we can ensure we are meeting the pre-set standards all the way from recruitment stage throughout the career journey of our employees by being accessible, having fair inclusive practices and a host of staff networks to support, nurture and celebrate our valued staff in the workplace. Other reasons to apply As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's job share, part time or another flexible pattern. As part of the relocation scheme we presently have, the Trust could support you with offering up to £10,000 for removal and associated expenses. This is subject to change and terms and conditions apply. What Next? If you like the sound of ELFT, don't waste a moment. We sometimes close adverts early if there is a high response, so apply now! As part of our recruitment process we may be required to share information you provide on the application form with NHS Counter Fraud Authority (NHSCFA) and/or other organisations for the purpose of the prevention, detection, investigation and prosecution of fraud or any other unlawful activity affecting the NHS. We also use third party providers to check and verify your qualifications who may be contacting you on our behalf to verify the same.. If you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please consider that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion. You must provide professional email addresses for all referees as we will contact them as soon as an offer has been made. Please note we do not request references prior to interviews. All applications made through NHS Jobs account will be processed by TRAC System. Please note that some emails may go to your spam/junk mailbox so make sure you check this regularly. Find us online at <a href="http://www.elft.nhs.uk" target="_blank">www.elft.nhs.uk</a> | Find us on Facebook | Follow us on @NHS_ELFT Employer certification / accreditation badges Applicant requirements You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Documents to download <ul> <li> ob Description and Person Specification (PDF, 464.6KB) </li> <li> ELFT at a glance (PDF, 151.0KB) </li> <li> Staff Benefits (PDF, 7.1MB) </li> <li> ELFT Strategy (PDF, 153.5KB) </li> <li> Trust Demographic Information (PDF, 1.5MB) </li> <li> Community Health Leaflet (PDF, 171.8KB) </li> </ul>

About the Role Southend Medical Practice are seeking an experienced prescribing paramedic or nurse to join our team. Reporting to a GP clinical lead, they will be a motivated individual who has a passion on tackling health inequalities, and particularly an interest in healthcare for the homeless population. This role is offered on a contract basis, covering maternity for 12 months. It is a part-time position for 22.5 hours per week, working over 3 days with the working pattern and hours negotiable. Southend Integrated Healthcare for the Homeless (SIHH) provides a service specific to homeless individuals within Southend on Sea. The role will include a range of activities addressing the individual health and wellbeing, the development of pathways into specialist services, caring for the homeless and improve the overall health inequalities by: <ul> <li>Health promotion</li> <li>General health screening</li> <li>Engagement in primary care services and facilitate access to organised health care</li> <li>Integration of the service with secondary care services, mental health services and local drug and alcohol services</li> <li>Working closely with local voluntary providers involved in looking after the local homeless population.</li></ul>The purpose of this role will be imperative in improving integrated pathways to prevent fragmented services to become efficient and effective. The role is specifically to support those to improve health outcomes. The collective aim of the service is to help those with a range of health needs including drug and alcohol to access the appropriate treatment, to provide clinical assessment and treatment in the community along with signposting clients to GP services, secondary care, drug and alcohol services. Main responsibilities will include; <ul> <li>Provide a specialist primary care service and outreach clinics for local soup kitchen, homeless individuals and local homeless charities in Southend. </li> <li>Work as a member of the multidisciplinary team in the management and treatment provision. General health assessment, wound assessment and management, lifestyle assessment and physical health assessment. </li> <li>Promote health and wellbeing and improve health inequalities by completing a range of health checks including a review of systems to include, neurological, cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, hepatic, renal, lymphatic, reproductive health and musculoskeletal.</li> <li>Assess general health and provide early intervention treatment, sign posting and referral to organised health services.</li> <li>Develop and maintain pathways into specialist services to ensure the health and well-being of residents is met, including back into primary care services, secondary care, mental health, drugs and alcohol and voluntary sector.</li> <li>Sign post service users to the appropriate health care settings to meet their needs. </li> <li>Single point of contact for Primary care services, local Hospitals and other organised health care services.</li> <li>Provide regular drop-in clinical sessions at various locations of homeless support organisations</li> <li>Actively promote female health screening.</li></ul>About the Candidate If you are an experienced paramedic or nurse wanting a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. You will have the following skills and experience: <ul> <li>Be a registered paramedic, with current HCPC registration.</li> <li>NMC registration with active pin.</li> <li>Prescribing qualification. </li> <li>Primary care and SystmOne experience preferable.</li> <li>Previous experience of working with this population group is desired but not essential.</li></ul>About Us Southend Medical Centre is a 7300 patient practice with a friendly and supportive team that strives to provide an outstanding service to its patients. We are proud to be a multi-cultural surgery, we have been accredited with several awards including our Pride in practice LGBTQIA+ Gold award, our Veterans Friendly Practice award, our Dementia Awareness Practice award, our Trauma Informed surgery accreditation and were finalist in the Impact Awards Practice of the Year 2023. We hold patient care at the forefront of our minds and we fly the flag for the future of healthcare by being a training and research studies practice. Disclosure and Barring Service Check Please note 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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Clinical Prescribing Paramedic/Nurse for Homeless Healthcare

Night Concierge Canterbury House, Canterbury Way, Thetford, IP24 1EA £12.39 per hour 42 hours per week Sanctuary Supported Living is delighted to be recruiting for a Night Concierge at our Homelessness Service, Canterbury House in Thetford. 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 Night Concierge will include: <ul> <li>Being a first point of call to receive and direct all customer queries</li> <li>Developing good relationships with customers, helping them develop life skills</li> <li>Handling occasional emergency/challenging situations</li> <li>Going above and beyond to ensure an excellent service is provided to our customers</li> <li>Occasionally organising and running social activities</li> <li>Some health and safety responsibilities e.g. fire safety checks</li> <li>Ensuring the security of the service is maintained</li> <li>Writing and updating customer notes</li> <li>This role will require lone working role for the majority of the shift</li></ul>Skills and experiences: <ul> <li>Experience of working with young people or vulnerable adults, people with mental health needs or substance misuse</li> <li>Previous experience working under challenging circumstances</li> <li>Good communication skills</li></ul><ul> <li>Ability to use IT systems confidently</li></ul>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: <ul> <li>At least 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus public holidays) pro rata</li> <li>A pension scheme with employer contributions</li> <li>A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers</li> <li>Health and well-being plans</li> <li>Life assurance</li> <li>Family friendly arrangements, including opportunities for flexible working</li> <li>Tax efficient savings through our Cycle to Work scheme</li> <li>A wide range of learning and development opportunities</li></ul>Job Reference: 223873 - #SancSLiving 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.

Homeless Service Night Cover

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise, we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees. More about your role Want a career where you can really make a difference? As a Customer Support Coordinator, you will be supporting our Communities, adding value by helping vulnerable young people make the transition to adulthood and living independently. We have a rewarding opportunities available for those passionate about supported housing. The roles involve 12-hour shifts (7am-7pm) on a rota basis across 7 days, offering a consistent and structured pattern to support the needs of our residents. This role requires you to provide high quality support and guidance to our young Customers, providing the help they need to develop their independence, keep themselves safe, access training/education/employment and move confidently to permanent housing. This will involve working effectively as a team with external agencies and creating person centred support plans with goals that are achievable for our young people. You also deliver intensive and effective housing management support, ensuring our young customers maintain and thrive in their tenancies. This a building based supported accommodation service but support to access the community will be needed in one of our services in Blackpool. Your day-to-day tasks will include: <ul> <li>Undertaking needs assessments </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Developing person centred support plans </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Building caring professional relationships with young people </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Providing advice, guidance and support to Young People to assist them in meeting their goals </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Daily Safeguarding and risk management </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Accurate record keeping and liaising with other professionals </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Planning transition and moves to permanent housing </li> </ul>Want to know more? Download the full job profile. Or hear what one of our current colleagues has to say about their role here Supporting young people with care and compassion - Places for People Please note you will work 36.25 hours per week over a 7-day rota period. This post is subject to a satisfactory disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and two satisfactory references. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA (MUST-HAVES) <ul> <li>Experience in a similar support-based role </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Knowledge of tenancy and support management </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Excellent communication skills </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Team player who can also work independently </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Strong IT and administrative skills </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Effective record keeping skills </li> </ul>More about you Supportive. Resilient. Organised. If you're those three things, this is the role for you! In a nutshell, here's who we're looking for: <ul> <li>You have experience of working with young people </li> </ul> <ul> <li>'Can't' isn't in your vocabulary. You radiate positivity and get things done with a smile. </li> </ul> <ul> <li>You're passionate about helping young people and always willing to rise to the challenge </li> </ul> <ul> <li>You're super calm in a crisis, dealing with challenges quickly and appropriately. </li> </ul> <ul> <li>You're efficient with a brilliant eye for detail. You love a system and recognise the importance of record keeping. </li> </ul>Commitment to Trauma Informed Practice At Places for People, we are committed to creating safe and supportive environments for individuals who have experienced trauma. We understand that trauma can have a profound impact on individuals, and we are dedicated to recognising the signs and symptoms of trauma, practicing empathy and respect, and using trauma-informed language. We are also committed to providing individuals with choice and autonomy, and to working collaboratively to empower them to re-establish control of their lives. Benefits We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include: <ul> <li>Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Pension with matched contributions up to 7% </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Excellent holiday package - up to 35 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs - up to £500 saving per year </li> </ul> <ul> <li>A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2% </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Training and development </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more </li> </ul>

Young Persons Homeless Support Worker

Overview Change, Grow, Live services and staff provide wraparound support to rough sleepers and will work directly with emergency accommodation to support the staff with this group of people. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals and friendly faces to help support people in leading healthier lives. A fantastic, new opportunity has arisen to become a Rough Sleepers and Homeless Recovery Coordinator, supporting rough sleeping individuals throughout their treatment journey and successfully supporting their move on into suitable housing arrangements. We are hoping this role will be for you. You will focus on engaging with people who have a history of rough sleeping and substance misuse. You will have some experience of engaging with individuals with multiple and/or complex needs and demonstrate a determined approach to finding solutions. Where: Stevenage Hours: Full time, 37.5 per week Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31st March 2026. Salary Range: £27,861.26 - £32,002.35 dependent on experience (based on full time hours, pro rata for part time hours) Allowance: Outer London Fringe Weighting of £694.25 per annum *Please note: Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours. Responsibilities About the role: <ul><li>Establishing effective communication and referral pathways those individuals who are homeless and in contact with other health and care agencies</li><li>Work closely with the local authority, Health &amp; Social care sector, partners and any provision linked to Homelessness and improve joint working, attending multi-disciplinary meetings when as and when required</li><li>Supporting service users from point of entry into the service and through their treatment/recovery journey</li><li>Providing screening, assessment, and recovery planning and onward referral</li><li>Coordinate the transfer of any accommodated out of area individual. This may include referral to and liaison with their new drug and alcohol service and pharmacy and provision of bridging prescription until an appointment and prescription is provided. Promoting carer, service user and community involvement</li><li>Providing advocacy for access to partnership services</li><li>Working with service users to support social (re)integration, enabling them to lead meaningful and purposeful lives: promoting recovery, resilience, peer support and self-determination</li></ul>About you: <ul><li>Prior knowledge and experience of working with people who are homeless, sleeping rough or sofa surfing</li><li>Have a strong knowledge and understanding of substance misuse issues </li><li>Experience of engaging with a wide variety of individuals with a variety of backgrounds and needs</li><li>Be an excellent communicator, both verbal and written with good IT skills</li><li>Proactive and able to work on own initiative with excellent time management and prioritising skills</li><li>Have a good working knowledge of mental health interventions, services, and good practice</li><li>Be a supportive team player with strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in partnership with a wide range of professionals, agencies, and internal/external stakeholders</li><li>Ability to manage change successfully in a way that prioritises the needs of service users</li><li>Understand the importance of information governance processes and commit to follow and apply all necessary safeguards</li></ul>What we will give to you: <ul><li>25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) rising by 1 day for each years' service "Capped at 30 days"</li><li>Paid 'Wellness' hour each week along with a 'Wellness' hub and Employee Assist Programme</li><li>Contributory pension scheme</li><li>Eye test vouchers</li><li>A great selection of benefits incl. discounts for shopping, gym membership, cycling equiptment, cinema, holidays, etc</li><li>A friendly and supportive team Training, career development &amp; progression opportunities</li><li>Elidgability for participation in our Refer-A-Friend scheme. </li></ul>Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role. If you require sponsorship, please note that this role is not eligible for a Health and Care Worker visa. You may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route but must meet the minimum salary requirements for the role. You can find out more here Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK (<a href="http://www.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.gov.uk</a>) Salary Range (pro rata if part time) CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,861.26 - £32,002.35) ILW / OLW /Fringe Outer Fringe (£694.25) Interview Date 20/6/2025 Closing Date 15/6/2025 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details: Heather Brooks | <a href="mailto:heather.brooks@cgl.org.uk" target="_blank">heather.brooks@cgl.org.uk</a> | 07881335222 This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

Homeless Recovery Coordinator

Job summary Are you a motivated, dynamic, and enthusiastic registered nurse or occupational therapist with significant experience of working with people that are homeless or rough sleeping? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to be involved in our specialist Homeless Health team working with a diverse client group across three hospital sites. We have two Band 7 posts within the service, a part time GP, a team-leader and 3 homeless health housing coordinators. The Homeless Health Service provides enhanced inpatient care, and ensures safe, and sustainable hospital discharges that meets the needs of patient's currently experiencing homelessness. Main duties of the job <ul><li>To contribute expert clinical skills and knowledge to the service.</li><li>To be a role model for other staff on the service, always delivering inclusive practice.</li><li>To act as a role model for inclusion health practice within the organisation.</li><li>To manage the service caseload on behalf of the service.</li><li>To lead on the monitoring and reporting of the performance of the service as required e.g., by maintaining excel data collection sheets in addition to clinical notes.</li><li>To be a senior representative for the service in a variety of contexts.</li><li>Provide cover for colleagues as appropriate.</li></ul>About us At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities. We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert. Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert. Person Specification Education/ qualifications Essential <ul> <li>Nursing or Occupational Therapy qualification</li> <li>At least degree level education or equivalent</li> <li>Post graduate qualification in a relevant clinical discipline</li> <li>NMC approved mentorship course.</li> </ul> Desirable <ul> <li>Leadership training</li> <li>Formal training in motivational interviewing skills</li> <li>Cultural competence training.</li> </ul> Experience Essential <ul> <li>Extensive clinical experience in a relevant discipline.</li> <li>Extensive experience of working with patients who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.</li> <li>Experience of working successfully with patients with non-engagement issues.</li> <li>Experience of multidisciplinary working.</li> <li>Experience in quality improvement in an NHS context</li> <li>Experience of monitoring team performance against key performance indicators</li> <li>Experience of working successfully with challenging behaviour.</li> <li>Extensive experience of managing patients with communication barriers and disabilities.</li> <li>Extensive experience of managing patients with mental capacity and/or safeguarding issues.</li> <li>Experience of delivering harm reduction interventions.</li> <li>Experience of suicide prevention practice.</li> <li>Experience of delivering clinical audits.</li> <li>Experience of delivering successful partnership working</li> </ul> Desirable <ul> <li>Experience of regularly using motivational interviewing techniques.</li> <li>Experience of managing and directing the work of a multidisciplinary team.</li> <li>Experience of managing staff from other organisations</li> <li>Experience of independently producing reports on team activity and performance.</li> </ul>Person Specification Education/ qualifications Essential <ul> <li>Nursing or Occupational Therapy qualification</li> <li>At least degree level education or equivalent</li> <li>Post graduate qualification in a relevant clinical discipline</li> <li>NMC approved mentorship course.</li> </ul> Desirable <ul> <li>Leadership training</li> <li>Formal training in motivational interviewing skills</li> <li>Cultural competence training.</li> </ul> Experience Essential <ul> <li>Extensive clinical experience in a relevant discipline.</li> <li>Extensive experience of working with patients who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.</li> <li>Experience of working successfully with patients with non-engagement issues.</li> <li>Experience of multidisciplinary working.</li> <li>Experience in quality improvement in an NHS context</li> <li>Experience of monitoring team performance against key performance indicators</li> <li>Experience of working successfully with challenging behaviour.</li> <li>Extensive experience of managing patients with communication barriers and disabilities.</li> <li>Extensive experience of managing patients with mental capacity and/or safeguarding issues.</li> <li>Experience of delivering harm reduction interventions.</li> <li>Experience of suicide prevention practice.</li> <li>Experience of delivering clinical audits.</li> <li>Experience of delivering successful partnership working</li> </ul> Desirable <ul> <li>Experience of regularly using motivational interviewing techniques.</li> <li>Experience of managing and directing the work of a multidisciplinary team.</li> <li>Experience of managing staff from other organisations</li> <li>Experience of independently producing reports on team activity and performance.</li> </ul>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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Employer details Employer name Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Address Trustwide London W2 1NY Employer's website

Homeless Hospital Discharge Team Lead

Job Description Salary range: £43,299 - £46,512 p.a. inc. London weighting Contract: Fixed -Term (2 years) Hours of work: 36 hours per week Location: Civic centre, New Horizon Centre and home working. Make a Real Difference: Help Refugees Rebuild Their Lives Are you passionate about supporting people who've fled crisis and are starting over in a new country? Do you want your work to have a lasting, meaningful impact? If so, we'd love to hear from you. Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent's diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here. The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us. The Post - Resettlement Housing Officer In this vital role, you'll provide specialist, intensive support to homeless clients who are refugees, helping them find stability, safety and hope. You'll coordinate resettlement services across the council and with external partners, ensuring a joined-up approach to housing, advice and support for refugees and asylum seekers. You'll also represent Brent's homelessness services at internal and external forums - including pan-London and Greater London Authority (GLA) networks - helping to shape and influence best practice. About You We're looking for someone who is: • Compassionate - you care deeply about people and are driven to improve lives. • Knowledgeable - you have a strong understanding of housing legislation and the legal frameworks around asylum, immigration, and refugee support. • Experienced - you've worked with key housing systems and understand the challenges facing vulnerable people experiencing homelessness. • Collaborative - you're a team player who can engage and influence a range of stakeholders. • Organised and Analytical - you can manage complex caseloads, make evidence-based decisions, and use I.T. effectively to support your work. If you're ready to be part of a forward-thinking council and help transform how we support some of our most vulnerable residents, we want to hear from you. Apply now and be part of something truly meaningful. Our Offer to You In addition to your salary, you will also get to enjoy the following benefits: • 27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, increasing to 31 days plus 8 bank holidays after 5 years continuous service • Very generous employer pension contribution • Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home 2 days per week (laptop provided) • A wide range of family friendly policies such as parental leave • Access to affordable parking nearby • Access to our Zipcar scheme • Access to our Employee Assistance programme for free confidential counselling • Season ticket loan for public transport • Cycle to work scheme and good onsite facilities • Access to My Brent Rewards for big brand discounts, local offers and money off for travel, cinema and shopping vouchers. Closing date: Thursday 12 June 2025 (23:59) Interview will be from week commencing 16 June 2025 Additional Information If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the "Apply Now" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement. Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application. We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances. The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found here. Brent has a positive approach to flexible working. As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including "non-visible" disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on <a href="mailto:recruitment@brent.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@brent.gov.uk</a> Job Description

Resettlement Housing Officer

Fulfil your potential in hospitals that make history: Charing Cross, Hammersmith, St Mary's, Queen Charlotte's &amp; Chelsea and Western Eye. With five world-renowned hospitals, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is full of opportunity if you are looking to develop your healthcare career. We are an NHS Trust of approximately 16,000 people, providing care for over a million and a half patients from north west London and beyond every year. We have a rich heritage and an ambitious vision for the future of our patients and local communities. With our partners, Imperial College London, and The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, we form Imperial College Academic Health Science Centre, one of 6 academic health science centres in the UK, working to ensure the rapid translation of research for better patient care and excellence in education. We are proud of our heritage in innovation and we are early adopters of new insights in technologies, techniques and treatments for improving health. Job overview Are you a motivated, dynamic, and enthusiastic registered nurse or occupational therapist with significant experience of working with people that are homeless or rough sleeping? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to be involved in our specialist Homeless Health team working with a diverse client group across three hospital sites. We have two Band 7 posts within the service, a part time GP, a team-leader and 3 homeless health housing coordinators. The Homeless Health Service provides enhanced inpatient care, and ensures safe, and sustainable hospital discharges that meets the needs of patient's currently experiencing homelessness. Main duties of the job <ul><li>To contribute expert clinical skills and knowledge to the service.</li><li>To be a role model for other staff on the service, always delivering inclusive practice.</li><li>To act as a role model for inclusion health practice within the organisation. </li><li>To manage the service caseload on behalf of the service.</li><li>To lead on the monitoring and reporting of the performance of the service as required e.g., by maintaining excel data collection sheets in addition to clinical notes.</li><li>To be a senior representative for the service in a variety of contexts.</li><li>Provide cover for colleagues as appropriate. </li></ul>Working for our organisation At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities. We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. Detailed job description and main responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert. Person specification Education/ qualifications Essential criteria <ul><li>Nursing or Occupational Therapy qualification</li><li>At least degree level education or equivalent</li><li>Post graduate qualification in a relevant clinical discipline</li><li>NMC approved mentorship course.</li></ul>Desirable criteria <ul><li>Leadership training</li><li>Formal training in motivational interviewing skills</li><li>Cultural competence training.</li></ul>Experience Essential criteria <ul><li>Extensive clinical experience in a relevant discipline.</li><li>Extensive experience of working with patients who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.</li><li>Experience of working successfully with patients with non-engagement issues.</li><li>Experience of multidisciplinary working.</li><li>Experience in quality improvement in an NHS context</li><li>Experience of monitoring team performance against key performance indicators</li><li>Experience of working successfully with challenging behaviour.</li><li>Extensive experience of managing patients with communication barriers and disabilities.</li><li>Extensive experience of managing patients with mental capacity and/or safeguarding issues.</li><li>Experience of delivering harm reduction interventions.</li><li>Experience of suicide prevention practice.</li><li>Experience of delivering clinical audits.</li><li>Experience of delivering successful partnership working</li></ul>Desirable criteria <ul><li>Experience of regularly using motivational interviewing techniques.</li><li>Experience of managing and directing the work of a multidisciplinary team.</li><li>Experience of managing staff from other organisations</li><li>Experience of independently producing reports on team activity and performance.</li></ul>Please ensure you check your emails regularly as this is how we will communicate with you throughout the recruitment process. If you are shortlisted you will be contacted by email and text message (if you provide a mobile contact number). Employer certification / accreditation badges Applicant requirements You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Documents to download <ul> <li> Job description (PDF, 419.0KB) </li> <li> FRF Form (PDF, 73.5KB) </li> <li> Our Strategy 2023-25 (PDF, 230.4KB) </li> </ul>

The Vacancy FULL TIME - 37hrs - 4 x Vacancies BCP Housing First supports individuals aged 18 and over, who have high support needs and a history of long term rough sleeping and homelessness. Our aim is to give them a home of their own, where they can regain stability, safety, and support. We work in partnership with BCP council and all support services within BCP, this helps us deliver a strength based, person-centred approach, creating a positive environment to help them sustain a home. Our dedicated team provides intensive one to one support to help our clients achieve their goals, everything we do is to coach and empower our clients to eventually achieve independent living. If you love working with people and are looking for a role where you can make a real difference in the lives of those you support, then this is the role for you! JOB PURPOSE To lead on the case management of clients and be part of a team that supports them in keeping them safe and helping them achieve their goals. To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES <ul> <li>To assess the needs of each client, helping to develop their individual support plan to achieve their goals</li> <li>To produce and regularly review comprehensive client-based risk assessments</li> <li>To manage a caseload of clients on a one-to-one basis </li> <li>To support clients to gain and/or maintain accommodation or achieve outcomes defined by the service specification</li> <li>To engage with local authorities, health providers and other agencies, creating and maintaining constructive working relationships to maximise the opportunities available to clients</li> <li>To lead on client activities to help them gain practical life skills and encourage their engagement with the running of the service</li> <li>To support clients with managing their finances, paying rent, managing arrears and accessing benefits</li> <li>To encourage and signpost clients to the local community and to resources relevant to their aspirations including education, training, employment activity or volunteering </li> <li>To support clients in trauma informed and psychologically informed ways</li> <li>To adhere to safeguarding responsibilities, following our safeguarding policy and procedure</li> <li>To help maintain health and safety, ensuring clients, visitors and buildings are safe in accordance with Health and Safety regulations, policy and procedures</li> <li>To provide basic first aid assistance until help arrives (full training is provided)</li> <li>To work confidently and efficiently when lone working</li> <li>To maintain accurate records on our client management system and ensure these are stored in line with GDPR</li> <li>To maintain confidentiality</li> <li>To represent the organisation in a professional manner </li> <li>To carry out any other reasonable duties required in the interest of the organisation</li></ul>ROLE REQUIREMENTS <ul> <li>This role will require an Enhanced with Barred List(s) disclosure and barring service check is a requirement for this role. This would be completed on appointment of the role</li> <li>This role will require a full drivers' licence and access to a vehicle</li> <li>This role will require you to work flexibly across several sites</li> <li>This role will require you to work with clients on a one-to-one basis</li> <li>This role will require you to work nights and/or weekends</li> <li>This role will require you to lone work</li></ul>ESSENTIAL CRITERIA <ul> <li>Strong communication skills, both verbal and written</li> <li>Clear verbal and written English </li> <li>Good keyboard skills for data inputting</li> <li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word</li> <li>Confident and assertive manner</li> <li>Ability to self-motivate as you will work on your own</li> <li>Effective team working </li> <li>Ability to respond calmly to crisis</li> <li>Deal promptly with and effectively react to challenging situations</li> <li>Have an interest and genuine concern for homelessness and related issues</li></ul>DESIRABLE CRITERIA <ul> <li>Experience of managing a caseload of clients </li> <li>Understanding of risk assessment and person-centred, outcomes-based delivery</li> <li>Understanding of the support needs of people experiencing homelessness or those with complex needs</li> <li>Knowledge of voluntary and statutory agencies, housing regulations and the benefits system</li></ul>We reserve the right to close our adverts early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible. About Us We offer support to people who are homeless, vulnerable or at risk of becoming homeless and need help rebuilding their lives for a brighter future. Our services include safe, flexible and reliable client led housing and support with a focus on reducing homelessness, improving health and wellbeing and building on individual's skills and resilience to break the cycle of homelessness, poverty and exclusion. We work in partnership with multiple agencies and authorities to deliver support and accommodation needs across Berkshire, Hampshire, Isle of Wight and Dorset. We are dedicated to safeguarding all young people and adults with our services. We follow safer recruitment practices for all our vacancies to assure that all successful candidates are suitable to work with our clients. We're committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that embodies our values and promotes a tolerant and respectful environment where everyone can feel empowered to succeed. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and will support with any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process. Our vision To be a safety net for people in tough times and the springboard to a brighter future. Our mission To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. Our values Everyone matters We know we're stronger together We do the right things, for the right reasons We never give up Our Gallery Previous Next Our Benefits Extra mile awards Pension with life cover Blue Light Card Champions of equality Employee assistance programme Staff discounts via Wider Wallet Dedication to wellbeing GP helpline Length of service awards Generous and flexible holiday Refer a friend scheme

Homeless Recovery Worker

Salary: £28,163 - £30,559 per annum pro rata Grade: G Contract: Permanent Hours: 30 hours per week Location: Fern House, Harrogate Weekend working: No Do you have experience in the housing, homelessness or support sector or do you have the personality and skills to support someone in their time of need? Are you looking for a role that is challenging but offers lots of job satisfaction? As our Homelessness Prevention Support Officer, you will assist staff in the delivery of the housing options and advice service, developing support plans for each client's individually assessed support needs. You will provide tenancy support for clients in temporary and move on accommodation and will liaise with external agencies, client's families and carers as required. What will you bring? This is a very challenging role that requires someone who is resilient, has empathy and patience to deal with clients with complex support needs. You will also have: <ul> <li>Experience in good customer focus and building good relationships</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Excellent communication skills both verbal and written</li> </ul> <ul> <li>The ability to empower and enable clients to make informed choices</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Be able to work under pressure and manage your time effectively</li> </ul> <ul> <li>The desire to learn </li> </ul>Ideally, we are looking for someone who has experience in housing, homelessness, or the support sector, although this is not essential as full training will be provided. If you would like to learn more about our opportunity, we recommend contacting Tracey Thomas by email <a href="mailto:tracey.thomas@northyorks.gov.uk" target="_blank">tracey.thomas@northyorks.gov.uk</a> prior to applying. We specifically want to know about you and your motivation for applying so please complete the supporting evidence section of the application form, giving details of what your motivation is for applying, what skills you can bring to the role, and how you meet the following criteria: <ul> <li>Good customer focus and building relationships</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Excellent communication skills</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Empowering people and/or clients to make informed choices</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Working under pressure</li> </ul>Key Dates: Closing date: 15 June 2025 Interview date: W/C 24 June 2025 at Fern House, Spa Lane, Harrogate, HG2 7JF Key Documents: Job Description.pdf Total Rewards Brochure.pdf Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post. It is a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults at risk. We are committed to the inclusion, safeguarding, and promoting the welfare of adults at risk. NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies. We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. North Yorkshire Councils' purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other's contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Apply now

Homeless Prevention Support Officer

Job Title: Homeless Accommodation Officer Location: Carlisle Salary: £31,067 to £31,586 Hours: 37 Contract: Temporary (12 months) About this opportunity To assist the Homeless Accommodation Manager, Assistant Manager and Senior Homeless Accommodation Officer in the delivery of a 24-hour direct access quality community-based accommodation service providing housing related support to people experiencing homelessness in fulfilment of the Councils statutory duties towards housing applicants under the Housing Act 1996 parts VI and VII. To be responsible for checking residents in and out of homeless temporary accommodation; dealing with accidents, incidents and emergencies; carrying out and regular health and safety checks and reporting concerns; reporting repairs and monitoring property standards; and preparing rooms for re-let. To be responsible for providing housing related support services and conducting regular assessments of need focused on rehousing, health and wellbeing, working with internal teams and external partners to access appropriate interventions for all residents within Carlisle's homeless accommodation portfolio. Who we're looking for We're looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities. We're also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career. Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role. Contact For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Tammie Rhodes by email at <a href="mailto:Tammie.Rhodes@cumberland.gov.uk" target="_blank">Tammie.Rhodes@cumberland.gov.uk</a> DBS ChecksThis role requires a DBS check. The level of check for this role is - Enhanced DBS Check with a Adults and Childrens Barred List check. Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with Adults and Children. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with Adults and Children Guaranteed Interviews We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role. <ul> <li>Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010</li> <li>Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under</li> <li>Armed forces veterans whose last long term substantive employer was the armed forces</li> </ul>If you meet one or more of the criteria above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' to the appropriate question during your application. Find out more . Diversity, Inclusion &amp; AdjustmentsWe're dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That's why we're a proud Disability Confident Employer and also an Age Friendly Employer - to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive. If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing <a href="mailto:Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk" target="_blank">Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk</a> . While adjustments aren't always guaranteed, we'll always listen and we'll try our best to accommodate your needs. Easily apply by submitting your CV and answering a few short questions. Application and Interview information <ul> <li>Closing date: 16/06/2025</li> <li>Interview date: TBC</li> </ul>Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If you're interested in applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed. Please read the supporting information: <ul> <li> Post Specification </li> </ul>Please also refer to our Careers site to find out more: <ul> <li> Our Staff Benefits </li> <li> Candidate Support </li> <li> About Cumberland Council </li> </ul>

Homeless Accommodation Officer - CMB1805e

Job Introduction Role Purpose BCP Council is dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment for all residents. We are seeking a committed and proactive Community Development Officer to facilitate a number of our homelessness prevention initiatives and help ensure that everyone in our community has access to stable housing. This is a new and exciting role that will work with a wide variety of stakeholders across a number of localities in BCP. Main Responsibilities <ul><li>Work with our partners to develop and implement community initiatives aimed at preventing homelessness within a number of localities.</li><li>Collaborate with local community groups, council services and other stakeholders to provide comprehensive support and resources across a number of localities in BCP. </li><li>Conduct outreach and engage with members of the community to understand their housing and other needs and connect them with appropriate services.</li><li>Coordinate workshops, training sessions, and community events focused on homelessness prevention and awareness.</li><li>Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of homelessness prevention programs and report on outcomes.</li><li>Facilitate a working group work that will lead on locality based homelessness prevention - ensuring records are kept and actions tracked. </li></ul>Further information can be found from the Job Description attached. The Ideal Candidate <ul><li>Passionate about social justice and homelessness prevention.</li><li>Empathetic and approachable, with a genuine interest in helping vulnerable populations.</li><li>Creative and innovative thinker.</li><li>A strong facilitator of people and partner organisations</li><li>Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple localities and priorities effectively.</li></ul>For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Jack Blankley (<a href="mailto:jack.blankley@bcpcouncil.gov.uk" target="_blank">jack.blankley@bcpcouncil.gov.uk</a>) About BCP Council BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, word-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come. Our Benefits We offer an excellent benefits package to colleagues. Find out more on our website As a result of the creation of BCP Council in 2019, we are working on simplifying our terms and conditions of service and will be creating a single pay structure which is to be applicable for all employees. It is important to us that we offer benefits that our colleagues value as part of their total employment package and we are reviewing these to make sure we have it right. We have been in a process of collective bargaining since 2019 and have positively worked forward to reach an agreed position with the unions for the new contractual offer. This has taken longer than we hoped and therefore we are having to consider all alternative avenues available to enable us to remove inequality in the organisation as a result of bringing together 3 councils. We are in the process of establishing a timescale for implementation, and all colleagues joining us will be included in these changes. We want to reassure everyone that whichever route is taken to reach the new terms and conditions, we can honour continuous service and there will not be any job reduction as a result of the implementation of Pay and Reward. If you have any questions at all about this process, please feel free to raise this with the hiring manager.

Community Development Officer (Homelessness Prevention)- 12 month Fixed term contract

Job Title: Homeless Accommodation Officer Location: Carlisle Salary: £31,067 to £31,586 Hours: 3 x 0 hours Contract: Permanent About this opportunity To assist the Homeless Accommodation Manager, Assistant Manager and Senior Homeless Accommodation Officer in the delivery of a 24-hour direct access quality community based accommodation service providing housing related support to people experiencing homelessness in fulfilment of the Councils statutory duties towards housing applicants under the Housing Act 1996 parts VI and VII. To be responsible for checking residents in and out of homeless temporary accommodation; dealing with accidents, incidents and emergencies; carrying out and regular health and safety checks and reporting concerns; reporting repairs and monitoring property standards; and preparing rooms for re-let. To be responsible for providing housing related support services and conducting regular assessments of need focused on rehousing, health and wellbeing, working with internal teams and external partners to access appropriate interventions for all residents within Carlisle's homeless accommodation portfolio. Who we're looking for We're looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities. We're also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career. Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role. Contact For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Tammie Rhodes by email at <a href="mailto:Tammie.Rhodes@cumberland.gov.uk" target="_blank">Tammie.Rhodes@cumberland.gov.uk</a> DBS ChecksThis role requires a DBS check. The level of check for this role is - Enhanced DBS Check with a Adults and Childrens Barred List check. Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with Adults and Children. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with Adults and Children. Guaranteed Interviews We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role. <ul> <li>Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010</li> <li>Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under</li> <li>Armed forces veterans whose last long term substantive employer was the armed forces</li> </ul>If you meet one or more of the criteria above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' to the appropriate question during your application. Find out more . Diversity, Inclusion &amp; AdjustmentsWe're dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That's why we're a proud Disability Confident Employer and also an Age Friendly Employer - to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive. If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing <a href="mailto:Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk" target="_blank">Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk</a> . While adjustments aren't always guaranteed, we'll always listen and we'll try our best to accommodate your needs. Easily apply by submitting your CV and answering a few short questions. Application and Interview information <ul> <li>Closing date: 18/06/2025</li> <li>Interview date: TBC</li> </ul>Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If you're interested in applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed. Please read the supporting information: <ul> <li> Post Specification </li> </ul>Please also refer to our Careers site to find out more: <ul> <li> Our Staff Benefits </li> <li> Candidate Support </li> <li> About Cumberland Council </li> </ul>

Homeless Accommodation Officer (Zero Hours) - CMB1798e

Job Details Director - Housing &amp; Homelessness A safe, secure home for every resident - shape the future of housing in Dudley Are you ready to transform lives, strengthen communities, and deliver lasting impact across Dudley? As the Director for Housing &amp; Homelessness, you will lead the redesign and improvement of one of our most vital service areas. THE VACANCY Director - Housing &amp; Homelessness Hours: Full time Contract: Permanent Salary: Up to £130,000 per annum plus benefits Location: Dudley About the role As a senior leader and key adviser to the Chief Executive, Cabinet, and Corporate Management Team, you will shape and deliver a housing vision that reflects the borough's aspirations and challenges. You'll drive innovation across homelessness prevention, housing management, tenant engagement, and resettlement - underpinned by strong governance, digital transformation, and resident experience. Key responsibilities: <ul><li>Housing strategy, planning, and delivery</li><li>Homelessness prevention, temporary accommodation, and support</li><li>Housing management and landlord services</li><li>Tenant participation and community engagement</li><li>Lettings, allocations, leases, and waiting list management</li><li>Occupational therapy and housing adaptations</li><li>Resettlement and migration services</li></ul>We are looking for: <ul><li>A transformational housing leader with experience in delivering statutory and strategic housing functions</li><li>A deep understanding of homelessness, housing need, and the regulatory framework</li><li>A proven ability to innovate service delivery through digital, structural, and cultural change</li><li>An inclusive and empowering leadership style, able to build high-performing, customer-first teams</li><li>Financial and performance acumen to manage complex budgets and drive value for money</li><li>A partnership builder with strong networks and the ability to influence across sectors and systems</li></ul>Why Dudley? Dudley is a borough with heritage and ambition. We're investing in our people, places, and services to create fairer, healthier communities. In housing, we face real challenges but also genuine momentum to change lives and raise standards. With new leadership, a strong improvement focus, and a clear corporate vision, now is the time to make a difference. For an informal discussion about any of the roles please contact Balvinder Heran, Chief Executive via Jo Cook - <a href="mailto:Joanne.Cook@dudley.gov.uk" target="_blank">Joanne.Cook@dudley.gov.uk</a> Indicative dates for recruitment process: <ul><li>Applications close: Thursday 19 June 2025</li></ul>Shortlisted candidates will be invited to assessment centres and to attend final interviews. Please indicate any periods you are unavailable. For more information about Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council and the vacancies we have available please visit our dedicated microsite: <a href="https://www.dudleycounciljobs.org.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.dudleycounciljobs.org.uk/</a> So that we can demonstrate Dudley's commitment to diversity and inclusion and to improve bias in the recruitment process that could create barriers for candidates. Your personal data will be anonymised when you apply, to ensure that you comply with our anonymisation process, please ensure you have removed your name and date of birth from any attachments prior to uploading them to your application. Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy, online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK. Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK. If you require support completing an online or paper application form and or interview techniques, please contact Dudley Adult and Community Learning on 01384 818 143 or <a href="mailto:acl@dudley.gov.uk" target="_blank">acl@dudley.gov.uk</a> who can support with Digital Skills and Job Applications. If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application please contact the HR Resourcing Team via <a href="mailto:HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk</a> If you are experiencing a problem whilst applying for a position, please follow the link below to the WM Jobs Help Page in the first instance <a href="https://help.wmjobs.co.uk/" target="_blank">https://help.wmjobs.co.uk/</a> If the WM Jobs Help Page does not resolve your issue then please contact the HR Resourcing Team via <a href="mailto:HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk</a> Dudley Council will check the information that you have provided against any details already held for accuracy and completeness. The Council will check, share and cross match your information both internally within the council and with external organisations to protect public funds and prevent or detect crime, only where the law allows us to do so. The Council's full Privacy and Disclaimer Statement can be accessed on the website at <a href="https://www.dudley.gov.uk/privacy-disclaimer-statement/" target="_blank">https://www.dudley.gov.uk/privacy-disclaimer-statement/</a> N.B. We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications #LI-DMBC2019 Attached documents Benefits List JD/PS

Director for Housing & Homelessness

The Vacancy PART TIME - 21hrs Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 12.30pm to 8pm (start time flexible) No weekends or bank holidays The Day Centre is the heart of the homeless community in Southampton. We provide a safe space for up to 70 adults each day, who are experiencing homelessness, to access basic facilities such as food, clothes, showers, and laundry. The service also has a dedicated health care service on-site. We also provide accommodation for up to 10 clients. Our aim is to support our clients to remain safe and maintain their mental and physical health; to ensure their immediate needs are met and to help clients find the right path for them to access support and long-term accommodation. We have a close-knit, collaborative team that supports each other and our clients. If you're looking for a fast paced, busy role, where you can make a real difference in the lives of those who you support, then this is the role for you! JOB PURPOSE To lead on the case management of clients and be part of a team that supports them in keeping them safe and helping them achieve their goals. To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES <ul> <li>To assess the needs of each client, helping to develop their individual support plan to achieve their goals</li> <li>To produce and regularly review comprehensive client-based risk assessments</li> <li>To manage a caseload of clients on a one-to-one basis </li> <li>To support clients to gain and/or maintain accommodation or achieve outcomes defined by the service specification</li> <li>To engage with local authorities, health providers and other agencies, creating and maintaining constructive working relationships to maximise the opportunities available to clients</li> <li>To lead on client activities to help them gain practical life skills and encourage their engagement with the running of the service</li> <li>To support clients with managing their finances, paying rent, managing arrears and accessing benefits</li> <li>To encourage and signpost clients to the local community and to resources relevant to their aspirations including education, training, employment activity or volunteering </li> <li>To support clients in trauma informed and psychologically informed ways</li> <li>To adhere to safeguarding responsibilities, following our safeguarding policy and procedure</li> <li>To help maintain health and safety, ensuring clients, visitors and buildings are safe in accordance with Health and Safety regulations, policy and procedures</li> <li>To provide basic first aid assistance until help arrives (full training is provided)</li> <li>To work confidently and efficiently when lone working</li> <li>To maintain accurate records on our client management system and ensure these are stored in line with GDPR</li> <li>To maintain confidentiality</li> <li>To represent the organisation in a professional manner </li> <li>To carry out any other reasonable duties required in the interest of the organisation</li></ul>ROLE REQUIREMENTS <ul> <li>This role will require an Enhanced with Barred List(s) disclosure and barring service check is a requirement for this role. This would be completed on appointment of the role</li> <li>This role may require you to work with clients on a one-to-one basis</li> <li>This role may require you to lone work</li></ul>ESSENTIAL CRITERIA <ul> <li>Strong communication skills, both verbal and written</li> <li>Clear verbal and written English </li> <li>Good keyboard skills for data inputting</li> <li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word</li> <li>Confident and assertive manner</li> <li>Ability to self-motivate as you will work on your own</li> <li>Effective team working </li> <li>Ability to respond calmly to crisis</li> <li>Deal promptly with and effectively react to challenging situations</li> <li>Have an interest and genuine concern for homelessness and related issues</li></ul>DESIRABLE CRITERIA <ul> <li>Experience of managing a caseload of clients </li> <li>Understanding of risk assessment and person-centred, outcomes-based delivery</li> <li>Understanding of the support needs of people experiencing homelessness or those with complex needs</li> <li>Knowledge of voluntary and statutory agencies, housing regulations and the benefits system</li></ul>We reserve the right to close our adverts early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible. About Us We offer support to people who are homeless, vulnerable or at risk of becoming homeless and need help rebuilding their lives for a brighter future. Our services include safe, flexible and reliable client led housing and support with a focus on reducing homelessness, improving health and wellbeing and building on individual's skills and resilience to break the cycle of homelessness, poverty and exclusion. We work in partnership with multiple agencies and authorities to deliver support and accommodation needs across Berkshire, Hampshire, Isle of Wight and Dorset. We are dedicated to safeguarding all young people and adults with our services. We follow safer recruitment practices for all our vacancies to assure that all successful candidates are suitable to work with our clients. We're committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that embodies our values and promotes a tolerant and respectful environment where everyone can feel empowered to succeed. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and will support with any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process. Our vision To be a safety net for people in tough times and the springboard to a brighter future. Our mission To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. Our values Everyone matters We know we're stronger together We do the right things, for the right reasons We never give up Our Gallery Previous Next Our Benefits Extra mile awards Pension with life cover Blue Light Card Champions of equality Employee assistance programme Staff discounts via Wider Wallet Dedication to wellbeing GP helpline Length of service awards Generous and flexible holiday Refer a friend scheme

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