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Position: Care Home Worker - Independent Living Shifts Available: 25 to 35 hrs per week. About ICare Group: At ICare Group, we are more than just a care provider-we are a community-focused organisation dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for those we serve. Our Care Home services provide essential support to individuals within a safe and nurturing environment. From personal care and daily living assistance to companionship and wellbeing checks, we are committed to ensuring our residents feel safe, supported, and valued. If you have a passion for making a positive impact and thrive in a dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you! Why Work with ICare Group? <ul> <li>£125 Welcome Bonus: Receive a welcome bonus upon joining (terms and conditions apply).</li> <li>Refer a Friend Scheme: Earn £125 for both you and your referral through our 'Refer a Friend' Scheme (terms and conditions apply).</li> <li>Quarterly and Annual Carer Awards: Get rewarded for your commitment to ICare with our Carer Awards.</li> <li>Blue Light Card: Enjoy discounts at hundreds of high street retailers and well-known brands. We will reimburse the cost of your Blue Light Card!</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme: Access free, practical, and impartial support for you and your family.</li> <li>Uniform and Infection Control Equipment: Full uniform provided, including free infection control equipment.</li> <li>Dedicated People and Wellbeing Team: Access to a supportive team focused on your wellbeing.</li> <li>Comprehensive Training: Receive Fast-track training, paid induction, and 3 days of on-the-job shadowing. We offer ongoing development, with opportunities to advance your career.</li> <li>Growth Opportunities: We are committed to helping our employees grow and develop their skills, offering opportunities for career advancement.</li> <li>Supportive Environment: Join a team that values your contributions and supports your growth. ICare Group fosters a collaborative environment where your skills and dedication are recognised, appreciated, and rewarded.</li> <li>Make a Real Difference: Your work will directly impact the lives of those in need, providing them with care and support that brightens their day.</li> <li>Weekly or Fortnightly Pay and Pension: Most of our sites enjoy the stability of weekly or fortnightly pay and contribute to our stakeholder pension plan.</li></ul>What You Will Do: <ul> <li>Provide Personal Care: Assist residents with personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting, while maintaining their dignity and comfort.</li> <li>Support Daily Living: Help residents with daily activities such as meal preparation, medication reminders, light housekeeping, and shopping.</li> <li>Offer Companionship: Provide emotional support and companionship, helping residents feel less isolated and more connected.</li> <li>Conduct Wellbeing Checks: Make regular wellbeing checks to ensure residents are safe, comfortable, and their needs are being met.</li> <li>Ensure Compliance: Adhere to all company policies, including those related to resident privacy, health and safety, and care standards.</li> <li>Contribute to Continuous Improvement: Participate in team meetings and share ideas to enhance our service offerings and care processes.</li></ul>What We are Looking For: <ul> <li>Experience in Care: Previous experience in a care role is preferred, but a genuine passion for helping others is essential.</li> <li>Positive Attitude: A friendly, supportive demeanour with a genuine passion for assisting those in need.</li> <li>Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their families, providing exceptional service.</li> <li>Collaborator: Willingness to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and support your colleagues.</li> <li>Flexibility: Willingness to work on a flexible schedule, including weekends, and adapt to the varying needs of our residents.</li> <li>Diligence: Ensure that all care tasks and wellbeing checks are managed with care and professionalism.</li> <li>Background Checks: Willingness to undergo necessary background checks.</li> <li>Weekend Availability: Ability to work on weekends as required.</li></ul>Ready to Make a Difference? Whether you are an experienced caregiver or new to the field, ICare Group provides training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and expand your career in the healthcare industry. If you are enthusiastic about care and making a positive impact, we would love to hear from you! Visit our careers page at careers.icaregroup.co.uk to apply. Join us at ICare Group and help us make a difference, one visit at a time! Equal Opportunities: ICare Group is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that supports and respects all individuals. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any legally protected characteristic. If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact us. Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive suitable applications. If you do not hear back from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion. #INDHCW

Care Home Worker - independent living

Creative Support are currently looking for a caring individual to take on our Relief Housing Support Worker role in Fleetwood, Blackpool, providing the highest standards of care to individuals with mental health/complex needs. This opportunity is perfect for someone who is interested in an exciting career in mental health. We are looking for someone who is approachable and warm and able to connect with the individuals we support. Support Worker Duties: <ul> <li>Developing and sustaining warm and trusting relationships with service users,</li> <li>Carrying out general administrative duties,</li> <li>Providing emotional support to service users,</li> <li>Medication oversight,</li> <li>Supporting with daily living tasks, including budgeting and tenancy maintenance,</li> <li>Communicating and building strong relationships with service users' family, support network and involved professionals.</li> </ul>Experience of providing care and support to individuals with mental health needs is essential for this role. The benefits of joining Creative Support as a Relief/Bank staff member is the flexibility to pick shifts to suit you and work in services that are local to you. Vacancy Reference Number: 85210 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK. Application Instructions: In order to apply, please read the job description and then complete the online application form using the links above. You can also download a copy of our application form using the links above. Completed Application Forms must be submitted to our Head Office address (below) or emailed to <a href="mailto:recruitment@creativesupport.co.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@creativesupport.co.uk</a> to be considered for the vacancy. If you have not received a response to your application within 10 working days of the closing date please accept this as notification of an unsuccessful application. Unsuccessful applicants must wait 6 months before reapplying. If you require any advice on completing your application form, please call us on 0161 236 0829. Recruitment Department, Creative Support Ltd, Wellington House, 131 Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3TS

Relief Housing Support Worker

We are recruiting a Community Engagement Manager to join our Love to Ride project team and to lead on business &amp; community outreach, engagement and management of the Lancashire project. The key area for growth will be across East Lancashire. So please show if you have knowledge, contacts and an affinity to the East Lancs region. The CEM role The Community Engagement Manager role will work across the Lancashire area to promote and support our flagship year-round programme - Ride 365. This includes Cycle September, the centrepiece of our annual programme in the UK, as well as Winter Wheelers in December, Spring Campaign in March, and Bike Month in May. Each regional project is supported by a local, regional or transport authority client, with funding from central Government departments such as DfT, Public Health or other sources. The Scope of the CEM Role The purpose of this role is to support the successful delivery of our Ride 365 programme, by encouraging business, communities and individuals to take part. An aim of this role is to enable 'new-riders' or 'non-riders' to participate and for this group to be around 20% of all participants. The focus will be on working with the business to encourage new or inexperienced riders to participate. The primary roles and responsibilities of the CEM are to: <ul><li>Encourage businesses of varying types and sizes to register and participate. This will involve: contacting businesses by phone, email and in-person (with both warm and cold leads); giving presentations; meeting with relevant staff &amp; selling the concept of Love to Ride; supporting media activity; distributing marketing materials to bike shops &amp; co-promoters, on cycle paths &amp; on parked bicycles; promotion at local events etc.</li><li>Act as a central liaison for stakeholders and project partners, developing and maintaining effective working relationships and providing regular progress reports.</li><li>Contact and engage local partner organisations and encourage them to promote the Challenge externally to their local networks.</li><li>There will be a key focus on East Lancashire region. </li><li>Identify suitable 'Champions' within participating businesses, develop effective working relations with them and provide ongoing support so that they can promote Love to Ride internally and succeed at getting a high number of colleagues participating in the programme.</li><li>Provide excellent customer service to all participants and business champions.</li><li>Carry out monitoring activities to help evaluate the programme, e.g. collection of individual and group case studies.</li><li>Carry out any other duties defined by the Love to Ride Project Manager that may be necessary to further the aims of the programme.</li><li>Work alongside the client teams, to deliver a highly effective programme of activity, enabling it to become an ongoing and successful programme, promoting positive change.</li></ul>Love to Ride is the online platform that gets more people riding bikes. Both a web platform and App - people can log trips, set goals, post photos and stories, receive localised and tailored information, win prizes, and take part in our rolling calendar of engaging challenges throughout the year known as Ride 365. By taking part we support individuals, communities and businesses, to cycle more often, more confidently and long-term for transportation. With 15 years of experience in delivering successful cycling behaviour change projects right around the world, we have a solid reputation as a specialist social business creating positive change. As well as encouraging existing riders to ride more often and commute by bike, we also support people returning to or completely new to cycling. We help individuals overcome real and perceived barriers and advocate for local cycling organisations and partners in project areas. We then monitor, measure and report on the outcomes. Check out this animation to learn more about how we achieve actual behaviour change. We believe... We believe that life is much better when we feel happy, healthy, energised and connected to the people and places around us. We believe riding a bike has so many benefits to us individually, to our communities and our world. We know how great it feels to ride and we want more people to experience this feeling too. Our Mission Is to create, maintain and deliver the very best online platform and behaviour change programmes in the world, that are proven to get more people riding bikes more often. The rest will follow. Reporting and working locations As CEM you will report to the Head of Projects at Love to Ride. This role will be home based. Our head office is based at Paintworks, a short hop from the centre of Bristol. Requirements Person Specification As the CEM, you will be a friendly people-person who is excellent at building relationships and capable of representing Love to Ride in a professional manner. An enthusiastic, quality-driven self-starter, you will also have a can-do attitude and a structured approach to your work. The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience: <ul><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills</li><li>Strong organisational skills, with a target-orientated approach</li><li>Dedicated 'make it happen' attitude</li><li>Effective at developing and maintaining relationships at all levels</li><li>Confident to work independently</li><li>A high degree of IT literacy and demonstrated use of online applications and tools</li><li>Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with people in a wide range of business settings, from large public services and corporates to SMEs and local businesses and communities and other local groups and stakeholders</li></ul>Desirable (non-essential) skills: <ul><li>Knowledge of CRM systems ideally Hubspot</li><li>Building a database of contacts </li><li>Reporting capabilities </li><li>History of meeting targets in previous roles </li></ul>Benefits <ul><li>Payment: £125 per day</li><li>Location: Remote working BUT looking for someone based in Lancashire.</li><li>Hours: 3 days a week (flexible hours)</li><li>Contract: 12 months (possible to extend) </li><li>Travel: The role may require fairly extensive travel around Lancashire. There is a budget to facilitate this and where possible we encourage sustainable and active travel. </li><li>Closing date: 05/01/26</li></ul>In Summary If you think you would be a great match for this Community Engagement Manager role, live locally or within the target region and have what it takes to help us deliver a successful and highly engaging local programme, we look forward to hearing from you soon. Everyone who meets the core criteria for this role is welcome to apply. Love to Ride is an equal opportunity employer and we believe there is strength in diversity.

Community Engagement Manager

Position: Care Home Worker - Independent Living Shifts Available: Bank Staff to help cover absence from sickness and holidays. About ICare Group: At ICare Group, we are more than just a care provider-we are a community-focused organisation dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for those we serve. Our Care Home services provide essential support to individuals within a safe and nurturing environment. From personal care and daily living assistance to companionship and wellbeing checks, we are committed to ensuring our residents feel safe, supported, and valued. If you have a passion for making a positive impact and thrive in a dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you! Why Work with ICare Group? <ul> <li>Refer a Friend Scheme: Earn £125 for both you and your referral through our 'Refer a Friend' Scheme (terms and conditions apply).</li> <li>Quarterly and Annual Carer Awards: Get rewarded for your commitment to ICare with our Carer Awards.</li> <li>Blue Light Card: Enjoy discounts at hundreds of high street retailers and well-known brands. We will reimburse the cost of your Blue Light Card!</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme: Access free, practical, and impartial support for you and your family.</li> <li>Uniform and Infection Control Equipment: Full uniform provided, including free infection control equipment.</li> <li>Dedicated People and Wellbeing Team: Access to a supportive team focused on your wellbeing.</li> <li>Comprehensive Training: Receive Fast-track training, paid induction, and 3 days of on-the-job shadowing. We offer ongoing development, with opportunities to advance your career.</li> <li>Growth Opportunities: We are committed to helping our employees grow and develop their skills, offering opportunities for career advancement.</li> <li>Supportive Environment: Join a team that values your contributions and supports your growth. ICare Group fosters a collaborative environment where your skills and dedication are recognised, appreciated, and rewarded.</li> <li>Make a Real Difference: Your work will directly impact the lives of those in need, providing them with care and support that brightens their day.</li> <li>Weekly or Fortnightly Pay and Pension: Most of our sites enjoy the stability of weekly or fortnightly pay and contribute to our stakeholder pension plan.</li></ul>What You Will Do: <ul> <li>Provide Personal Care: Assist residents with personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting, while maintaining their dignity and comfort.</li> <li>Support Daily Living: Help residents with daily activities such as meal preparation, medication reminders, light housekeeping, and shopping.</li> <li>Offer Companionship: Provide emotional support and companionship, helping residents feel less isolated and more connected.</li> <li>Conduct Wellbeing Checks: Make regular wellbeing checks to ensure residents are safe, comfortable, and their needs are being met.</li> <li>Ensure Compliance: Adhere to all company policies, including those related to resident privacy, health and safety, and care standards.</li> <li>Contribute to Continuous Improvement: Participate in team meetings and share ideas to enhance our service offerings and care processes.</li></ul>What We are Looking For: <ul> <li>Experience in Care: Previous experience in a care role is preferred, but a genuine passion for helping others is essential.</li> <li>Positive Attitude: A friendly, supportive demeanour with a genuine passion for assisting those in need.</li> <li>Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their families, providing exceptional service.</li> <li>Collaborator: Willingness to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and support your colleagues.</li> <li>Flexibility: Willingness to work on a flexible schedule, including weekends, and adapt to the varying needs of our residents.</li> <li>Diligence: Ensure that all care tasks and wellbeing checks are managed with care and professionalism.</li> <li>Background Checks: Willingness to undergo necessary background checks.</li> <li>Weekend Availability: Ability to work on weekends as required.</li></ul>Ready to Make a Difference? Whether you are an experienced caregiver or new to the field, ICare Group provides training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and expand your career in the healthcare industry. If you are enthusiastic about care and making a positive impact, we would love to hear from you! Visit our careers page at careers.icaregroup.co.uk to apply. Join us at ICare Group and help us make a difference, one visit at a time! Equal Opportunities: ICare Group is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that supports and respects all individuals. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any legally protected characteristic. If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact us. Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive suitable applications. If you do not hear back from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion. #INDHCW

Bank Care Home Worker - independent living

Job Introduction Job Title: Project Officer Salary: £23,216 Contract: Permanent Location: Tiernan Lodge Weekly Hours: 35 hours per week on a rolling 3 week rota So.... What is this role exactly? Are you seeking an opportunity to make a difference in Wigan? This is a fabulous opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting vulnerable people to join our highly engaged team. Tiernan Lodge is a supported housing project with 20 individual flats. Tiernan Lodge offers people the opportunity to make progress in their lives, to build resilience &amp; meet their aspirations. As a Project Officer you will play a key role in supporting residents to help them achieve their goals, develop independent living and life skills, and you will build excellent relationships with residents, colleagues and professionals from external agencies. What will my working week look like? The role will also involve travelling across the borough to support and manage a caseload in their individual home environment as well as within our staffed scheme. You will have the ability to relate well to a vulnerable client base from a wide variety of backgrounds, demonstrate empathy and provide service users with a safe, supportive and welcoming environment. A flexible and enthusiastic approach is essential within the team whilst ensuring that the highest standard of service is provided at all times. The Project Officers work 7 &amp; 11 hour shifts on a rolling rota between the hours of 8am and 8pm. This includes weekends and bank holidays, and you will be expected to manage your caseload within these times. What will I be responsible for doing? You will have the ability to relate well to a vulnerable client base from a wide variety of backgrounds, demonstrate empathy and provide service users with a safe, supportive and welcoming environment. A flexible and enthusiastic approach is essential within the team whilst ensuring that the highest standard of service is provided at all times. And what would make me stand out from the crowd? To be a successful as a Project Officer, here at YHG, you will have.... <ul><li>Ability to use a range of IT Software Packages</li><li>Experience of working is a busy office environment</li><li>Ability to calmly deal with emergency situations</li><li>Ability to prioritise a busy workload, working unsupervised and using own initiative</li><li>Ability to maintain accurate confidential records</li></ul>If you feel this could be the right role for you, we would love to hear from you! For more detail on the role, please review the role profile available by visiting the vacancy on our website - <a href="http://www.yourhousinggroup.co.uk/careers" target="_blank">www.yourhousinggroup.co.uk/careers</a> That all sounds great, what's in it for me? In return we offer £23,216 for a 35 hour week, and 25 days annual leave (holidays also increase with time served) plus Bank Holidays, but our employee deal offering provides much more than just a competitive salary and holiday allowance. Although you are based at Tiernan Lodge you will also have access to Youggle House - our wellbeing, social, collaboration and meeting space in Birchwood, Warrington - you may be asked to travel to Youggle House to meet up with your wider team for meetings and training when required. On top of this, we'll provide you with a great benefits package, including a contributory pension where we match whatever you choose to contribute (up to 8%), an advanced level healthcare cash plan, that doesn't just provide dental and optician cashback but also health and wellbeing benefits (such as 24/7 GP Access, money back from prescriptions and alternative therapy treatments) and an amazing discount scheme that gives you access to half price cinema tickets, subsidised gym memberships and a huge range of discounts with some of the biggest high street and online names. For more of our great benefits, please review the benefits information sheet available by visiting the vacancy on our website - <a href="http://www.yourhousinggroup.co.uk/careers" target="_blank">www.yourhousinggroup.co.uk/careers</a>. And who are Your Housing Group? Your Housing Group is a registered social landlord helping people at every stage of life to live in quality homes they can afford. As one of the North's sector-leading landlords, we are proud to play our role in tackling the UK's housing crisis by continually reinvesting in our 29,000 properties and tailoring our services to meet the diverse needs of our customers. We also build over 1,000 new homes each year. We're an employer of choice, over 88% of colleagues here recommend us as a 'great place to work'. Additions This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 and therefore as part of the Group's pre-employment checks, successful applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check. Closing Date: Friday 19th December 2025 We review applications as they're received and reserve the right to close this advert early; if you're interested, please apply ASAP to avoid disappointment. Your Housing Group values diversity and encourages applications from all communities. Your Housing Group operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for any applicants who declare they have a disability, if these applicants meet the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview. Your Housing Group welcomes applications from our customers, however, access to confidential information and probity will be explored to determine whether there is a potential conflict of interest or security issue present which may prevent the Group from being able to proceed with the application. YHG1

Project Officer

<ul><li>Guidance_Notes_Completing_an_Application_Form_Oct_2024</li><li>GRADE_K_-_IRO</li></ul>Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CV's (unless specified on the advert). Please fully complete the online application form. Sefton Council is seeking an experienced Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join the Safeguarding Unit. You will be part of a Good Local Authority delivering a key role planning and reviewing Cared for Children. This is a permanent role and the post is based at Magdalen House, Bootle, Sefton. There is free on-site parking and a minimum of at least 3 days per week required on site. This role is exclusively an Independent Reviewing officers post for cared for children-not a Child Protection Officer-and involves independently reviewing Looked After Children Reviews, Secure Accommodation Reviews, Child Sexual Exploitation meetings, and Missing from Care meetings in line with statutory guidance along with participating in other meetings/panels. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Chair cared for reviews for children, visiting them prior to their review to encourage participation in their plan and that their voice is heard.</li><li>Ensure compliance with legislation and regulatory frameworks</li><li>Promote best outcomes through robust care planning and challenge where necessary.</li><li>Maintain accurate records and contribute to service improvement</li><li>Improve and report on performance in respect of cared for Children</li><li>You should have experience of Managing a team, improving performance.</li><li>Minimum 3 years permanent post-qualification experience (must be clearly marked on application form)</li><li>In-depth knowledge of Looked After Children legislation and statutory processes</li><li>Registered with Social Work England</li><li>Professional qualification in Social Work (Diploma, BA/BSc/MA, CQSW)</li></ul>Closing Date - 14th December 2025 Interview Date - 18th December 2025 Salary range <ul><li>£51,356 - £52,413 per year</li></ul>

Independent Reviewing Officer

Sefton Council is seeking an experienced Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join the Safeguarding Unit. You will be part of a Good Local Authority delivering a key role planning and reviewing Cared for Children. This is a permanent role and the post is based at Magdalen House, Bootle, Sefton. There is free on-site parking and a minimum of at least 3 days per week required on site. This role is exclusively an Independent Reviewing officers post for cared for children-not a Child Protection Officer-and involves independently reviewing Looked After Children Reviews, Secure Accommodation Reviews, Child Sexual Exploitation meetings, and Missing from Care meetings in line with statutory guidance along with participating in other meetings/panels. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Chair cared for reviews for children, visiting them prior to their review to encourage participation in their plan and that their voice is heard.</li><li>Ensure compliance with legislation and regulatory frameworks</li><li>Promote best outcomes through robust care planning and challenge where necessary.</li><li>Maintain accurate records and contribute to service improvement</li><li>Improve and report on performance in respect of cared for Children</li><li>You should have experience of Managing a team, improving performance.</li><li>Minimum 3 years permanent post-qualification experience (must be clearly marked on application form)</li><li>In-depth knowledge of Looked After Children legislation and statutory processes</li><li>Registered with Social Work England</li><li>Professional qualification in Social Work (Diploma, BA/BSc/MA, CQSW)</li></ul>Closing Date - 14th December 2025 Interview Date - 18th December 2025 Equal Opportunities EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Sefton Council strives to ensure that our workforce is inclusive and representative of our communities. A diverse workforce is important to us, our staff bring with them a wide range of experiences, views, ideas, and innovations, and we are committed to providing an environment that recognises, respects, and values everybody's identity, where individual differences are strengths and where everyone can thrive and maximise their potential. We are always open to learning and growing as an organisation, and we welcome new ideas and initiatives that promote equality, diversity and inclusion. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer; all candidates will receive equal treatment. Our decision to appoint will be based upon whether an individual's skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities make them the most suitable candidate for the role. GUARANTEED INTERVIEW SCHEME Please note that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for these jobs (as given in the Person Specification) and who want to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme will be invited to interview. If you are currently in care or have previously been in care, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for care experienced people if you meet the essential requirements for the role. How to apply Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CV's (unless specified on the advert). Please fully complete the online application form.

Job Title: Chef (Independent Living Retirement facility) Location: Lytham St Annes (Links View) Job Type: Part-time (15 hours per week) Salary: £12.21 per hour Reports To: Chef/Kitchen Manager &amp; Operations Management Job Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Chef to join our team at a residential retirement facility, where nutritious, well-balanced meals are a key part of the high standard of service we provide to our residents. The successful candidate will be passionate about food, committed to hygiene and safety standards, and sensitive to the dietary needs of elderly and vulnerable individuals. Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Plan, prepare, and cook meals in accordance with dietary requirements, preferences, and nutritional guidelines.</li> <li>Working under own initiative with the guidance of the Chef/Kitchen Manager and Operations Management.</li> <li>Design weekly menus in collaboration with Chef/Kitchen Manager and Operations Management, ensuring a variety of nutritionally balanced meals and maintaining budgetary control.</li> <li>Ensure food is served on time (service commences at 12:15pm) and at the correct temperature.</li> <li>Cater to specific dietary needs including diabetic-friendly meals, and allergy-aware dishes.</li> <li>Produce for buffets and themed events for special days and functions periodically under guidance from Chef/Manager.</li> <li>Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen at all times (we currently have and wish to maintain our 5-star hygiene rating).</li> <li>Ensure compliance with food safety regulations (e.g., HACCP) and internal policies.</li> <li>Monitor and manage stock levels, portion control, monthly stock takes, ordering supplies as needed in the absence of Chef/Kitchen Manager. Also, minimizing waste/over production when producing dishes at all times.</li> <li>Liaise with Chef/Kitchen Manager and Operations Management to receive feedback and make necessary adjustments to meals.</li> <li>Supervise service assistants or support staff during shifts.</li> <li>Proactive in daily, weekly and monthly cleaning schedules</li> </ul>Requirements: <ul> <li>Proven experience as a chef, preferably in a residential establishment.</li> <li>NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Professional Cookery (or equivalent qualification).</li> <li>Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or higher).</li> <li>Knowledge of dietary requirements for older adults and those with medical conditions.</li> <li>Excellent organizational and time management skills.</li> <li>Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.</li> <li>Compassionate, patient, and respectful approach to elderly people.</li></ul>Desirable: <ul> <li>Experience working with older clientele with varied dietary needs.</li> <li>First Aid training.</li> <li>Familiarity with CQC standards (Care Quality Commission).</li></ul>Working Hours: 6.30am - 2.30pm, 2 days per week including weekend working (including a half hour break). The Employee is also expected to provide holiday and sickness cover as required and must maintain flexibility to support 7-day operational coverage. Ready to Make a Difference? Whether you are an experienced caregiver or new to the field, ICare Group provides training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and expand your career in the healthcare industry. If you are enthusiastic about care and making a positive impact, we would love to hear from you! Visit our careers page at careers.icaregroup.co.uk to apply. Join us at ICare Group and help us make a difference, one visit at a time! Equal Opportunities: ICare Group is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that supports and respects all individuals. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any legally protected characteristic. If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact us. Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive suitable applications. If you do not hear back from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion. #INDHCW

Part Time Chef - Independent Living Retirement

Contract: PermanentHours: 37 hours per weekSalary: NJC SO2 – HO1 SCP26-30 £37,280 - £40,777 per annumClosing Date: 11th December 2025 at 5pmFylde Council is seeking an experienced professional to support the delivery of our Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) programme. With an annual budget of £1.5 million, our service is committed to providing high-quality, tailored adaptations that improve the lives of residents across the borough.We work in close partnership with our Occupational Therapy team to ensure that every intervention is appropriate, proportionate, and responsive to individual needs. This role is ideal for someone with experience managing DFGs or working as a housing surveyor, who is passionate about making a tangible difference in the community.As part of our dedicated team, you will contribute to a service that consistently delivers within budget while maintaining high standards of care and financial sustainability. You’ll play a key role in assessing, planning, and overseeing adaptations, ensuring best value and effective delivery throughout the year.If you’re looking for a role where your technical expertise and commitment to fairness and quality can thrive, we’d love to hear from you.For full details, please see the attached Job Description.If you have any questions or require more information about this role, please contact Mark Moir, Senior Technical Officer or Cheryl Bennett, Housing Standards Manager, on 01253 658658.

Senior Housing Technician

Job Introduction Job Title: Project Officer Salary: £23,216 Contract: Permanent Location: St Helens Weekly Hours: 35 So.... What is this role exactly? This is an exciting opportunity for a Project Officer (Support Worker) at our homeless lodge in St Helens. As Project officer you will be supporting vulnerable adults and families to improve their outlook and empower them to move on successfully to an independent tenancy. You will meet a wide variety of people and will make a real difference to customer's lives. Pennington Lodge offers temporary accommodation to adults and families who find themselves homeless for a range of reasons. We offer 24hr staff support in a secure and safe environment. Project Officers have a caseload and provide key work 121 support. A large part of the role is lone-working and would require you to work under your own initiative. What will my working week look like? This is a full-time role based on a 10 day working rota. Project Officers work 12.5 hour shifts in blocks of 4. Working with 2 days (07.45 to 20.15), then 2 waking nights (19.45 to 08.15) and then 6 days off - for example: Monday &amp; Tuesday 07.45 to 20.15; Wednesday &amp; Thursday 19.45 to 08.15; then off rota for 6 days back on shift following Thursday 07.45 to 20.15 What will I be responsible for doing? As a Project Officer you will play a key role in supporting residents to help them achieve their goals and move on successfully to independent tenancies. You will do this by building strong working relationships and creating family centred, holistic support packages. One of the great things about this role is the positive impact you will make to our customers lives and the genuine improvements you will make to their situations. You will be part of a busy office environment and will have administrative duties. There are also some general housekeeping tasks. And what would make me stand out from the crowd? To be a successful Project Officer, here at YHG, you will ... Be an excellent communicator. Have a good awareness of cultures and backgrounds. Enjoy a challenge and have good problem-solving abilities. Have experience working in a busy office environment. Be able to use a range of software packages. Be a collaborative team player. Be able to work using own initiative. Have a flexible and enthusiastic approach, ensuring a high standard of service is always provided. This role is really suited to someone who is caring, kind and friendly, can remain calm in an emergency and enjoys customer facing roles. If this sounds like you then we would love to hear from you! For more detail on the role, please review the role profile available by visiting the vacancy on our website - <a href="http://www.yourhousinggroup.co.uk/careers" target="_blank">www.yourhousinggroup.co.uk/careers</a> That all sounds great, what's in it for me? In return we offer £23,216 for a 35 hour week, and 25 days annual leave (holidays also increase with time served) plus Bank Holidays, but our employee deal offers much more than just a competitive salary and holiday allowance. Although you are based at Pennington Lodge you will have access to Youggle House - our wellbeing, social, collaboration and meeting space in Birchwood, Warrington - you may be asked to travel to Youggle House to meet up with your wider team. On top of this, we'll provide you with a great benefits package, including a contributory pension where we match whatever you choose to contribute (up to 8%), an advanced level Healthcare cash plan through Medicash, that doesn't just provide dental and optician cashback but also health and wellbeing benefits (such as 24/7 GP Access, money back from prescriptions and alternative therapy treatments) and an amazing discount scheme that gives you access to half price cinema tickets, subsidised gym memberships and a huge range of discounts with some of the biggest high street and online names. For more of our great benefits, please review the benefits information sheet available by visiting the vacancy on our website - <a href="http://www.yourhousinggroup.co.uk/careers" target="_blank">www.yourhousinggroup.co.uk/careers</a>. And who are Your Housing Group? Your Housing Group is a registered social landlord helping people at every stage of life to live in quality homes they can afford. As one of the North's sector-leading landlords, we are proud to play our role in tackling the UK's housing crisis by continually reinvesting in our 29,000 properties and tailoring our services to meet the diverse needs of our customers. We also build over 1,000 new homes each year. We're an employer of choice, over 88% of colleagues here recommend us as a 'great place to work'. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 and will require the post holder to carry out 'Regulated Activity' as defined under the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006. Therefore, as part of Your Housing Group's pre-employment checks, successful applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory Enhanced DBS with barred list(s) check. Closing Date: 7th December 2025 We review applications as they're received and reserve the right to close this advert early; if you're interested, please apply ASAP to avoid disappointment. Your Housing Group values diversity and encourages applications from all communities. Your Housing Group operates a Guaranteed Interview scheme for any applicants who declare they have a disability. If these applicants meet the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview. Some roles may be subject to probity checks which will override the scheme where a potential conflict of interest or a probity matter has been identified. YHG1

Roles That Matter St Helens Borough Council are looking for an ambitious, dynamic candidate with relevant experience to lead on the data management and reporting to join the busy Housing Options team as a Homelessness Data Officer. Responding to the issue of homelessness is a key Council priority and statutory duty. With an announcement of long-term funding and a new national homelessness strategy expected shortly, there has never been a more exciting time to join our dedicated and experienced team. The successful applicant will be responsible for maintaining data systems, ensuring accuracy, and producing Government returns, performance data and responding to Freedom of Information requests. The applicant will also provide data to and liaise with senior managers around this vital area of work. Applicants will need to demonstrate that they are able to work as part of a team and establish strong working relationships with internal and external colleagues. You will show a drive and commitment and a willingness to learn and adapt. In return, we offer flexible working from both office and home. This post is fixed term for 2 years. For an informal discussion, please contact Donna Birch, Team Manager - Housing Options, on 07926076449. If you feel you are the right person for the job, and want to make a difference, we would love to hear from you. Full Job Description &amp; Person Specification Documents are included with this advert. We reserve the right to close the advert early, with sufficient applications. Apply early to avoid disappointment. Share this vacancy with friends and family via your socials below! St Helens Council is officially recognised as one of the region's leading fair employers, achieving accredited status under the Liverpool City Combined Authority Fair Employment Charter. The Charter recognises the ongoing commitment to fair pay, secure work, training &amp; progression &amp; staff well-being whilst celebrating employers who go above and beyond for their workforce providing an inclusive and supportive environment. Making a Difference Whatever stage of your career, working in the public sector puts you at the heart of communities. Our workforce provides services to our resident's day in and day out, making a positive impact on people's lives. We could not do this without the dedication, professionalism and strength of our workforce. There are so many reasons to choose to work at St Helens Council including the fantastic range of employee benefits and rewards on offer.. St Helens Borough Council | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career - Home Page St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Leader. This means that the Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process. Equality &amp; Diversity St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. Further information about Equality &amp; Diversity at St Helens Borough Council can be found here <a href="https://www.sthelens.gov.uk/equality" target="_blank">https://www.sthelens.gov.uk/equality</a> St Helens Borough Council is a Disability Confident Leader. Disability Confident Leader lead the way in helping to take action that changes attitudes, behaviours, and cultures for the better.

Homelessness Data Officer - 2 years fixed term

Roles That Matter St Helens Borough Council are looking for an experienced officer with the skills and knowledge to lead on the delivery of statutory homelessness duties and jointly supervise the caseloads of a small team of officers. You will join the busy Housing Options team as a Senior Homelessness Officer . Responding to the issue of homelessness is a key Council priority and statutory duty. With an announcement of long-term funding and a new national homelessness strategy expected shortly, there has never been a more exciting time to join our dedicated and experienced team. The successful applicant will be responsible for providing a homelessness prevention, relief and main duty response and ensuring customers receive a high-quality service. The applicant will be responsible for supervising team members and ensuring procedures are followed and full and accurate records are maintained. The successful applicant will also lead on the response to the more complex homeless cases. Applicants will need to demonstrate that they are able to work as part of a team and establish strong working relationships with internal and external colleagues. You will show a drive and commitment and a willingness to continuous professional development. In return, we offer flexible working from both office and home. For an informal discussion, please contact Donna Birch, Team Manager - Housing Options, on 07926076449. If you feel you are the right person for the job, and want to make a difference, we would love to hear from you. Full Job Description &amp; Person Specification Documents are included with this advert. We reserve the right to close the advert early, with sufficient applications. Apply early to avoid disappointment. Share this vacancy with friends and family via your socials below! St Helens Council is officially recognised as one of the region's leading fair employers, achieving accredited status under the Liverpool City Combined Authority Fair Employment Charter. The Charter recognises the ongoing commitment to fair pay, secure work, training &amp; progression &amp; staff well-being whilst celebrating employers who go above and beyond for their workforce providing an inclusive and supportive environment. Making a Difference Whatever stage of your career, working in the public sector puts you at the heart of communities. Our workforce provides services to our resident's day in and day out, making a positive impact on people's lives. We could not do this without the dedication, professionalism and strength of our workforce. There are so many reasons to choose to work at St Helens Council including the fantastic range of employee benefits and rewards on offer.. St Helens Borough Council | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career - Home Page St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Leader. This means that the Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process. Equality &amp; Diversity St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. Further information about Equality &amp; Diversity at St Helens Borough Council can be found here <a href="https://www.sthelens.gov.uk/equality" target="_blank">https://www.sthelens.gov.uk/equality</a> St Helens Borough Council is a Disability Confident Leader. Disability Confident Leader lead the way in helping to take action that changes attitudes, behaviours, and cultures for the better.

Senior Homelessness Officer

We are St Helens Borough Council Located in the heart of the Northwest close to Liverpool, Manchester and Lancashire, St Helens is a transformational Council which is passionate and ambitious for the communities we support. We provide a wide range of local authority services to the residents, businesses, schools, and visitors to the borough. We can only do this because of our highly valued, highly skilled workforce. Working together, our workplace vision and values guide our organisation, and the contribution of our workforce is key to our culture journey. Employees with us receive a wide range of benefits including well-being in work, financial benefits, ways of working and learning and development support. Roles That Matter St Helens Council are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Homelessness Assessment Officer to join this busy service. You will be the first point of contact for clients experiencing accommodation issues and you will be responsible for assessing their needs and deciding on the most appropriate course of action, including assisting people into temporary and permanent accommodation. We are looking for an excellent communicator who has the ability to deal sensitively with customers and the ability to signpost correctly within the team. This role is fixed term until 31 March 2026, extension of contract subject to future funding. Interested to Find Out More? You are welcome to contact us for a chat before applying by emailing us at <a href="mailto:HousingAdviceOptions@sthelens.gov.uk" target="_blank">HousingAdviceOptions@sthelens.gov.uk</a> . Full Job Description &amp; Person Specification Documents are included with this advert. We reserve the right to close the advert early, with sufficient applications. Apply early to avoid disappointment. Share this vacancy with friends and family via your socials below! St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Leader. This means that the Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process. Equality &amp; Diversity St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. Further information about Equality &amp; Diversity at St Helens Borough Council can be found here <a href="https://www.sthelens.gov.uk/equality" target="_blank">https://www.sthelens.gov.uk/equality</a> St Helens Borough Council is a Disability Confident Leader. Disability Confident Leader lead the way in helping to take action that changes attitudes, behaviours, and cultures for the better. St Helens Council is officially recognised as one of the region's leading fair employers, achieving accredited status under the Liverpool City Combined Authority Fair Employment Charter. The Charter recognises the ongoing commitment to fair pay, secure work, training &amp; progression &amp; staff well-being whilst celebrating employers who go above and beyond for their workforce providing an inclusive and supportive environment.

Homelessness Assessment Officer- fixed term until 31 March 2026

Overview Believe in People? The best people have one thing in common. They care. At Change Grow Live, our commitment to making a difference in the lives of those who use our services is unwavering. We provide support, respect, and a safe environment, where we tailor our approach to each individual's needs to find the best treatment and support options. Guided by our core values of being open, compassionate and bold, our team embodies these principles daily, striving to empower individuals to reshape their lives, foster personal growth, and embrace life to its fullest. Are you wanting to develop your career in positively impacting the lives of individuals who use our services? If you are a team player genuinely interested in making a difference, we invite you to join our vibrant team. We have an exciting opportunity for a Recovery Coordinator to join our team who have the skills and experience to assess and engage with our service users, ensuring that they access the right intervention at the right time, in a way that best meets their needs. With this role you'll be working as part of Recovery Team in Liverpool. Location: Liverpool Hours: Full time, 37.5 per week Full time Salary Range: £27,861.26 - £32,002.35 Dependent on experience, pro rata for part time hours Contract Type: Permanent 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>Provide unwavering support to service users from their initial contact with our service throughout their treatment and recovery journey.</li><li>Implement tailored interventions aimed at reducing the harm caused by opiate use, either through group sessions or one-on-one engagement.</li><li>Ensure service users receive a comprehensive, recovery-focused detoxification plan, including pre-detox preparation and post-care support.</li><li>Collaborate with other organisations and the community to enhance the recovery resources available to service users by referring them to mutual aid groups and other networks.</li><li>Advocate for the involvement of family members, service users, and the community.</li><li>Serve as a voice for service users in accessing partnership services.</li><li>Work closely with service users to facilitate their social (re)integration, enabling them to lead fulfilling and purpose-driven lives. This includes promoting recovery, resilience, peer support, and self-determination.</li></ul>About You: <ul><li>Possess knowledge and experience in delivering interventions for service users affected by opiate use.</li><li>Excel in both verbal and written communication, with proficient IT skills.</li><li>Demonstrate proactive qualities, working independently with excellent time management and prioritisation skills.</li><li>Hold a strong understanding of mental health interventions, services, and best practices.</li><li>Thrive as a supportive team player with exceptional interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating with a diverse range of professionals, agencies, and internal/external stakeholders.</li><li>Exhibit the ability to navigate change effectively, always prioritising the needs of service users.</li><li>Recognise the significance of information governance processes and commit to adhering to all necessary safeguards.</li><li>Pursue continuous learning opportunities to enhance your professional knowledge and skills, while also contributing to the growth and development of your colleagues.</li></ul>What We Offer: <ul><li>25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing annually for first five years.</li><li>A dedicated 'Wellness' hour each week, access to a 'Wellness' hub, and an Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>Participation in a contributory pension scheme.</li><li>A wide range of benefits, including discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, and more.</li><li>A warm and supportive team environment.</li><li>Extensive training, career development, and progression opportunities.</li><li>Refer a Friend Scheme.</li></ul>Ready to Begin Your Journey with Change Grow Live? 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. Direct applications only - we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy. Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Salary Range (pro rata if part time) CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,861.26 - £32,002.35) ILW / OLW /Fringe N/A - Outside London Weighting Area Closing Date 14/12/2025 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details: Samantha Nolan | <a href="mailto:Samantha.Nolan@cgl.org.uk" target="_blank">Samantha.Nolan@cgl.org.uk</a> This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

Recovery Coordinator

Overview Believe in People? The best people have one thing in common. They care. At Change Grow Live, our commitment to making a difference in the lives of those who use our services is unwavering. We provide support, respect, and a safe environment, where we tailor our approach to each individual's needs to find the best treatment and support options. Guided by our core values of being open, compassionate and bold, our team embodies these principles daily, striving to empower individuals to reshape their lives, foster personal growth, and embrace life to its fullest. Are you wanting to develop your career in positively impacting the lives of individuals who use our Preston service. If you are a team player genuinely interested in making a difference, we invite you to join our vibrant team. We have an exciting opportunity for a Recovery Coordinator to join our team who has the skills and experience to assess and engage with our service users, ensuring that they access the right intervention at the right time, in a way that best meets their needs. Location: Preston Full Time Hours: 37.5 per week Full time Salary Range: £27,861.26 - £32,002.35 dependent on experience, pro rata for part time hours *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>Provide unwavering support to service users from their initial contact with our service throughout their treatment and recovery journey.</li><li>Implement tailored interventions aimed at reducing the harm caused by substance use, either through group sessions or one-on-one engagement.</li><li>Ensure service users receive a comprehensive, recovery-focused detoxification plan, including pre-detox preparation and post-care support.</li><li>Collaborate with other organisations and the community to enhance the recovery resources available to service users by referring them to mutual aid groups and other networks.</li><li>Advocate for the involvement of family members, service users, and the community.</li><li>Serve as a voice for service users in accessing partnership services.</li><li>Work closely with service users to facilitate their social (re)integration, enabling them to lead fulfilling and purpose-driven lives. This includes promoting recovery, resilience, peer support, and self-determination.</li></ul>About You: <ul><li>Possess knowledge and experience in delivering interventions for service users affected by substance use.</li><li>Excel in both verbal and written communication, with proficient IT skills.</li><li>Demonstrate proactive qualities, working independently with excellent time management and prioritisation skills.</li><li>Hold a strong understanding of mental health interventions, services, and best practices.</li><li>Thrive as a supportive team player with exceptional interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating with a diverse range of professionals, agencies, and internal/external stakeholders.</li><li>Exhibit the ability to navigate change effectively, always prioritising the needs of service users.</li><li>Recognise the significance of information governance processes and commit to adhering to all necessary safeguards.</li><li>Pursue continuous learning opportunities to enhance your professional knowledge and skills, while also contributing to the growth and development of your colleagues.</li></ul>What We Offer: <ul><li>25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays. Additionally, you'll receive one extra day of annual leave for each year of service during your first five years, therefore you will enjoy 30 days of leave after five years with us.</li><li>A dedicated 'Wellness' hour each week, access to a 'Wellness' hub, and an Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>Participation in a contributory pension scheme.</li><li>A wide range of benefits, including discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, and more.</li><li>A warm and supportive team environment.</li><li>Extensive training, career development, and progression opportunities.</li><li>Refer a Friend Scheme.</li></ul>Please reflect the attached Job Description and Person Specifications in your application. Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Salary Range (pro rata if part time) CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,861.26 - £32,002.35) ILW / OLW /Fringe N/A - Outside London Weighting Area Closing Date 18/12/2025 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details: Joanna Stecz | <a href="mailto:joanna.stecz@cgl.org.uk" target="_blank">joanna.stecz@cgl.org.uk</a> This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

<ul><li>SHIP_Service_Support_Offier_JD</li></ul>The Role Supporting the work of the supported housing improvement programme (SHIP) multi-disciplinary team. The team are tasked with scrutinising all aspects of supported housing provision to ensure it provides value for money, good quality accommodation and support service. The post holder is responsible for providing a full range of administrative duties: <ul><li>Diary co-ordination</li><li>General administration</li><li>Respond to enquiries</li><li>Minute Taking</li><li>Co-ordination of reports</li><li>Processing payments</li><li>Data input</li></ul>This post is temporary until 31st March 2027. The hours of work for this position are 37 hours per week, working Monday - Friday. This post is based at Morecambe Town Hall. For internal applicants, this role will be considered for a secondment opportunity. The secondment of an employee from another Service can only take place with the agreement of the Manager of the Service the applicant is contracted to. When this role comes to an end, the successful internal applicant will return to their substantive role. Flexible working friendly - we offer hybrid working, a generous flexi-time scheme, and opportunity to work with your team to establish working hours to enable you to maximise your work-life balance. About You You will identify with our organisational values of Pride, Ownership, Working Together and Ambition. Our Benefits Lancaster is a great place to work, as well as being part of something special you will also benefit from: <ul><li>Generous annual leave allowance</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>A range of employee benefits including discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, the opportunity to purchase extra time off, as well as discounts on days out, activities and retail.</li></ul>Lancaster City Council has unanimously declared a climate emergency and will therefore work towards reducing carbon emissions to net-zero by 2030. As part of this role, you will be expected to participate and work towards reducing both carbon emissions and the impacts of climate change. We are an Investor in People, Forces Friendly employer, and an Armed Forces Covenant committed organisation. We welcome applications from defence reserves and other members of our armed forces community. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all parts of our community. At Lancaster City Council we aim to have a diverse workforce that is representative of the district that we serve, and provide a working environment where each employee feels able to bring their whole self to work. We welcome applications from all sections of our community and provide several supportive and inclusive workplace networks and safe spaces for employees to feel connected. Our workplace wellbeing strategy drives our commitment to staff wellbeing initiatives and ensuring that our organisation is a great place to work for all. We are a disability confident committed employer. Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive we are unable to update all applicants individually. If you do not receive a response from us within 2 weeks of the closing date then your application will have unfortunately been unsuccessful in progressing to interview. Interview Date: TBC Salary range <ul><li>£25,185 - £26,403 per year</li></ul>

Supported Housing Improvement Programme (SHIP) Service Support Officer

About The Role We have an exciting opportunity for an Independent Living Skills Coach to join our team in Preston. Working in an environment that is dedicated to providing comprehensive, good quality housing services, support and resettlement, you will work with people who are or have recently experienced homelessness and who are in need of support and accommodation. Assessing needs, building trust, enabling and unlocking our clients potential to live independently, you will need to get to know your clients, enhance their social integration and abilities by encouraging them to participate in social and leisure programmes, help residents with their support needs and with the practicalities of everyday living. About You You will instinctively work in a manner that aligns fully with Salvation Army Homes values and behaviours, demonstrating energy and passion, along with a positive, can do attitude in your daily contribution as a night concierge to transforming lives. You will be confident and be able to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people including clients, staff, agencies and local neighbours. We need you to have: <ul> <li>Empathy with our client group</li> <li>Strong interpersonal and influencing skills</li> <li>Good time management</li> <li>A willingness to work night shift on a rota basis</li></ul>In return, we'll give you access to some great benefits. These include: <ul> <li>£100 when you start work, plus £250 at 6 months' service and another £250 at 12 months' service</li> <li>26 days annual leave rising to 31 days</li> <li>An extra day off on your birthday</li> <li>A High Street discount scheme (great savings both on and off-line)</li> <li>Pension with life assurance</li> <li>Discounted private medical insurance</li> <li>Loans available for financial emergencies</li> <li>Occupational Sick Pay</li> <li>A full Induction package and training relevant to the role</li> <li>Long service awards from 2.5 years</li> <li>Support to learn and develop your career</li></ul>About Us A registered social landlord and one of the leading providers of supported housing in the UK, Salvation Army Homes is dedicated to transforming lives by providing accommodation and support for some of the most vulnerable members of society - mainly people with complex needs and/or experiencing homelessness. Our aim is to work with individuals to build on their strengths, creating person centred, individualised strategies and plans that transform lives, support recovery and enable positive behaviour. In order to succeed, however, we need the right people in place. Our workforce is one of our greatest assets, but only by recruiting the very best can we continue to deliver comprehensive, good quality housing services, support and resettlement. services to our residents. That's where you come in. As an equal opportunities' employer, Salvation Army Homes is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We invite and welcome applications to apply for Salvation Army Homes opportunities without concern of bias or discrimination. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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