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Independent Living Officer £28,088.90 p.a. (37 hours) Community Based, in Preston, Lancashire working Monday - Friday, 8am-4pm with a 12pm-8pm shift on a rota basis (1 week in 5) What will you be doing in this role? The Independent Living Officer (ILO) will work in a variety of settings including, but not limited to our Head Office - Harbour House, Independent/Extra Care Living schemes, community facilities and customers' homes. You will be responsible for delivering housing management support functions to older people both in our Independent Living properties and CGA homes. The role supports a holistic approach to independent living and the ILO will work closely with a number of our customers to ensure they have the best quality of life and are able to stay in their homes for as long as they can through the provision of a service which is centred around the person and their wellbeing. The ILO will also provide an emergency response service to our customers during weekdays, working a rota system, with occasional weekend work required to support community events. What we are looking for: <ul><li>You will have experience of working within a housing or support environment.</li><li>You will have experience of working with older or vulnerable people and supporting people with complex needs, including mental ill health, substance dependency and dementia.</li><li>You will have experience of dealing with challenging behaviour.</li><li>You will have a good understanding of Health and Safety.</li><li>You will have experience of lone working.</li><li>You will have the ability to work collaboratively and as part of a team.</li><li>You will have a driving licence and access to a car for business use.</li></ul>It would be great if you also had: <ul><li>CIH Housing Qualification Level 2</li><li>Experience of working in a social housing environment</li></ul>Why work at Community Gateway? Our team are what makes us who we are. We aim for a great employee experience and that includes offering a range of benefits, including a generous holiday allowance, your birthday off, Christmas closure, free parking, free breakfasts, a health cash-plan, reward and recognition scheme and much more. Inclusion is key for us. We would love to hear from people from diverse backgrounds for this role, and second languages come in handy. Working arrangements: This role is community based working in and around Preston. We offer flexibility wherever possible can to accommodate our business and your personal needs. A bit more about us: Community Gateway own and manage almost 7000 homes across the city of Preston, but we are so much more than just a landlord. We aim to offer great customer service, providing safe, well-maintained and affordable homes, and making a positive difference to the communities in which we work. We make sure that we manage our business to the highest of standards and are working to create a sustainable future. And finally, we want to be a great place to work....so if you think you have the skills, experience and can live our values, then we want to hear from you. Dates for your diary: The closing date for this advert is midnight on Sunday 20th July 2025 at midnight with interviews expected to be held on Tuesday 29th July 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Independent Living Officer

Your role Rethink Mental Illness are hiring a Housing Management Officer to join our inspiring and friendly team at Topping Mill, Bury. Imagine being part of an organisation whose common purpose is to help those who are severely impacted by mental illness. We believe that everyone should be treated with respect and dignity - and that's why equity is one of our core values. Our Topping Mill Service provides stable transition accommodation and support, to people over the age of 18, for up to five years. Our supported living accommodation provides person-centred support, based on their recovery journey. This will enable users to move onto housing within the community. Topping Mill consists of 14 self-contained flats, along with a shared lounge on both the ground and first floor. JOIN THE TEAM! Overview of a Housing Management Officer role: As a Housing Officer, you will work under the leadership and guidance of the Registered Service Manager (RSM) to deliver a responsive and customer orientated housing management service. This involves working with tenants who experience Mental Health challenges, living in accommodation supported by Rethink mental illness staff. Essential Skills and Experience Required: <ul> <li>Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the values of the Charity</li> <li>Recognised Housing related qualification or equivalent relevant experience</li> <li>Experience in a comparable role, preferably in housing, social services, residential care or supported housing.</li> <li>Experience and knowledge of enhanced housing benefit, housing management, related legislation, letting procedures and Local Authority guidelines</li> <li>Ability to identify support goals and evaluate progress.</li> <li>Knowledge of risk assessments and ability to identify potential risks and how to manage risks.</li> <li>Understanding of housing management, law and best practice</li> <li>Ability to motivate people and achieve positive outcomes</li> <li>Ability to communicate effectively at different levels</li> <li>Knowledge of housing needs / barriers faced by people who experience mental ill health. </li> <li>Excellent communication and literacy skills, able to produce clear, concise reports, correspondence and notes</li> <li>Competent in the use of IT systems including Microsoft applications, email and internet.</li></ul>Who are we? We're Rethink Mental Illness, a leading charity provider of mental health services in England. We support thousands of people through our groups, services, policy, campaigns and advice and information. Our work supports us in delivering on our mission: "A better life for everyone severely affected by mental illness." It is an exciting time to join our growing charity. We are on a transformation journey, one that supports the delivery of the organisation strategy - delivering Communities that Care. Supporting employees, managers and leaders through this change is a key priority for the People function. Just like its key that we attract diverse people to come and work for us. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Diversity is important to us and we appreciate difference through difference, inclusiveness and belonging. It gives us a deeper understanding of the world, our society and the diverse communities we're working with. By including everyone, we are able to draw on the unique experiences and expertise of our people to help shape and enrich our workplace and improve our services. One way we are doing is through our valued staff networks which play a critical and highly valued role in keeping us focused on creating a diverse, inclusive and engaged employer. We recognise and support staff networks and support groups for our ethnically diverse and LGBTQIA+ colleagues. We are also proud to have been awarded Disability Confident Employer status and are a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We aim for our workforce to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve; for those who work for us to feel heard, valued and feel they belong; and for our work to help tackle wider mental health inequalities. We therefore actively encourage and welcome applications from everyone, including applicants with lived experience of mental illness, those who are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning, Intersex, Asexual and any other gender identity not expressed here (LGBTQIA+); people who are neurodiverse, have a health condition, or a disability or hidden disability and people from an ethnically diverse background - regardless of your age, religious or spiritual belief, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, political view or socio-economic status. Becoming a truly anti-racist organisation We have an ambition of become a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider - and in our efforts to influence policy and wider societal factors impacting on mental health set out in our anti-racist statement . We have designed a multi-year anti-racist programme of work contained in our Race Equality Action Plan which demonstrates our intention to hold ourselves accountable and be judged on our progress on becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. You can read more about our progress here. We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Please see further details on our Website You can also follow us on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram and LinkedIn to find out more about the work we do! If you have any questions about the position, please contact <a href="mailto:-recruitment@rethink.org" target="_blank">-recruitment@rethink.org</a> IND1 Our Charity Our work to achieve this is guided by seven core values: <ul> <li>Commitment</li> <li>Equity</li> <li>Expertise</li> <li>Hope</li> <li>Openness</li> <li>Passion</li> <li>Understanding</li></ul>What do we value? Passion We are passionate about leading the way to a better quality of life for everyone severely affected by mental illness. Commitment We work tirelessly to provide support for everyone severely affected by mental illness. Openness We are open and transparent in all our work with beneficiaries, supporters, partners and the public to achieve change for people severely affected by mental illness. Hope We offer hope of a better quality of life for all those severely affected by mental illness. Expertise We constantly use our expertise to provide practical and personal support for people who are severely affected by mental illness. Understanding People who are severely affected by mental illness are at the heart of everything we do in our organisation - our membership, our governance and our workforce. Equity We believe that in a world where discrimination and disadvantage exist, treating people with equity is critical to ensure justice and fairness for all. Openness We are open and transparent in all our work with beneficiaries, supporters, partners and the public to achieve change for people severely affected by mental illness. What will you receive? You will have plenty of opportunities to enhance your abilities with the opportunity to make a real difference every day. In addition, you will have excellent development opportunities including funded training, career development, and a range of e-learning courses. You will also receive: Employer funded pension Flexible working Life assurance Employee Assistance Programme Eyecare vouchers up to £55 towards the cost of new glasses or lenses Training opportunities e-learning courses &amp; much more Annual leave 25 days rising to 30, plus bank holidays Rethink day 1 day's additional leave (pro rata) on your Birthday PULSE Reward, Benefits and Recognition Platform Employee Assistance Programme Rethink day 1 day's additional leave (pro rata) on your Birthday For the full list, see our website here. Our colleagues say "From the very start I was made to feel welcome and respected in my new team. In the short time I have been working with Rethink Mental Illness as a service administrator I have been able to contribute ideas and make meaningful change, and I appreciate that Rethink allows me to direct my own role development and help me build on the skills I want to work on." "Working for Rethink Mental Illness is the most rewarding job I could ask for. As a Peer and Volunteer Co-ordinator I get to work with a huge variety of people, with a range of skills and support them to incorporate those skills into their volunteering roles. I am always looking for gaps that need filling and creating new and exciting opportunities that will benefit our service, mental health in the community, but most importantly the people giving up their time to help." "I've previously worked in a large corporate environment, in the criminal justice sector and other charities. Without a shadow of a doubt, Rethink Mental Illness has been the best employer I've ever had. They care about their staff. Its great working with like-minded people and knowing that you are making a real difference to people's lives." "It feels very rewarding to be part of such a meaningful Organisation where everyone is valued and has the opportunity to make a difference". Please be mindful that we may need to close adverts early if we receive a high volume of applications, we, therefore, encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Housing Management Officer

Accommodation Assistant Accommodation Assistant Location: St. Helens Coastal Resort, Isle of Wight Hours: Variable Salary: £12.21 per hour What we need in a nutshell We want you to make our guest accommodation so clean that it sparkles. So clean that when guests open the door for the first time, we can hear them say "Wow!" Who are we? We're not your average holiday company. Our guests come to our UK resorts to experience a world away from the day-to-day and our job is to surprise and delight them at every turn. Want to find out more about our holidays? Check out our website: <a href="http://www.awayresorts.co.uk" target="_blank">http://www.awayresorts.co.uk</a>. Skills, experience and qualities you'll need We need you to deliver delight by cleaning and preparing guest accommodation to our high, high standards - and then a little bit higher! This includes: <ul><li>changing beds</li><li>vacuuming, dusting and cleaning bedrooms and living spaces</li><li>cleaning and restocking bathrooms and kitchens</li></ul>And who knows what else you may find yourself doing. If you're happy to help even when it's 'not your job,' you're our sort of person. One more thing...holidays happen at holiday times, so you will need to work your magic on bank holidays too. If you can demonstrate the following, we'd love to hear from you: <ul><li>Knowing what clean means - which includes attention to detail and getting a genuine thrill from a job well-done</li><li>A friendly and helpful attitude - delightful when you meet guests and good at communicating within your team</li><li>Great at working under pressure</li></ul>It's the icing on the cake if you have experience in a housekeeping role in the hospitality sector. It's about your values too. We have a can-do, fun loving, people centred ethos here at Away Resorts, which is captured by our holiday heroes' mantra of Attentive Amazing Lovers - have a read about it here and decide if it describes you. What we can offer you We look after you with a great range of benefits, including: <ul><li>Competitive Pension</li><li>Discounts on Away Resorts Holidays</li><li>On Park Discounts</li><li>Awards and Recognition</li></ul>Want to join our team? Here's how to apply Just click on the Apply Now button and follow the instructions. To find out more about what it's like to work for Away Resorts, check us out at <a href="http://www.awayresorts.co.uk/careers" target="_blank">www.awayresorts.co.uk/careers</a>. Good Luck!

Accommodation Assistant

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 St Helens service? If you are a team player genuinely interested in making a difference, we invite you to join our vibrant St Helens team. We have an exciting opportunity for a Recovery Coordinators to join our St Helens 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. 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: 12 month fixed term contract from start date 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. 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>) 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. 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 If you have any questions or concerns on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details: Pauline Sillery | <a href="mailto:Pauline.Sillery@cgl.org.uk" target="_blank">Pauline.Sillery@cgl.org.uk</a> | 01744410752 This post is subject to a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme check at an enhanced level.

Recovery Coordinator

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: 82644 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

YMCA Trinity Group - Accommodation 'Inspiring communities, transforming young lives' Permanent Housing Support - Accommodation Night Worker Job Reference ANW-BSE-0525 Location Batt House, 56 Westgate Street, Bury St Edmunds IP33 1QG About Us YMCA Trinity Group strives to create a fulfilling and enjoyable place to work; we know how staff &amp; volunteers feel directly translates to the quality of service &amp; care we give our clients, and we also recognise the crucial role each and every one of us plays in helping to fulfil our Mission. Our accommodation team plays a vital role in creating a secure and welcoming environment for young people with high needs. Now, we're looking for a compassionate and reliable Accommodation Night Worker to join our team in Bury St Edmunds. Job Role As an Accommodation Night Worker, you'll be the calm and reassuring presence overnight, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our residents, staff, and premises. Your responsibilities will include: <ul> <li>Supervising the building and ensuring all areas are clean, secure, and safe.</li> <li>Supporting the admittance of residents and staff during night hours.</li> <li>Minimising noise and disruption to maintain a peaceful environment.</li> <li>Assisting Accommodation Project Workers with any overnight needs.</li> <li>Responding appropriately to incidents and supporting residents with complex needs.</li></ul>What We're Looking For The successful applicant will have: <ul> <li>Experience working with young people with complex needs (not necessarily in a housing context).</li> <li>The ability to interact effectively with clients from diverse backgrounds.</li> <li>Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.</li> <li>Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team, particularly during unsociable hours.</li> <li>An understanding of current mental health issues and experience managing challenging behaviour.</li></ul>Download the Job Description in full in the Job Advert on our website In accordance with safer recruitment processes many of the roles we recruit for require successful candidates to undertake an appropriate criminal record background check. If an offer of work is accepted, YMCA Trinity Group will facilitate these checks on behalf of our staff and volunteers via the Disclosure and Barring Service. Days and hours- Night shifts-10:00pm -08.00am four days on 4 days off working pattern) What We Offer Annual salary is £25,396.80 per annum <ul> <li>5 weeks holiday plus public holiday allowance (pro rata for part-time)</li> <li>Competitive pay and pension scheme</li> <li>DBS check facilitated and paid</li> <li>Induction and on-the-job training</li> <li>Regular supervision and internal progression opportunities</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support</li></ul>Contact Us Please contact us if you would like to discuss further; E-mail Karen Attwood our Deputy Accommodation Manager on <a href="mailto:Karen.Attwood@ymcatrinity.org.ukrecruitment" target="_blank">Karen.Attwood@ymcatrinity.org.ukrecruitment</a>@ymcatrinity.org.uk or call on 07900787405 Closing date Applications will be assessed as received; therefore, should we fill the role sooner than expected we reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Early application is strongly advised. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of young people in Bury St Edmunds! Your role could be the difference they need. Additional Information Please note YMCA Trinity Group does not have a sponsored Licence to recruit non-UK workers and therefore all candidates are expected to be able to work in the UK. Unless stated otherwise, we do require an application form, completed in full, should you wish to be considered for a role with YMCA Trinity Group. Applications are scored against the relevant job description. CV's will not be considered as an application, merely an expression of interest. Occasionally we fill a role sooner than expected, we reserve the right to withdraw vacancies before an advertised closing date. Early application is advised. An email will be sent to confirm receipt of applications, please contact us if you have a problem submitting your application. Thank you for your interest and we look forward to hearing from you soon! Ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable individuals is paramount to our mission. As such, we are committed to upholding rigorous safeguarding practices in all aspects of our work. Join us in making a meaningful difference while adhering to the highest standards of care and protection for those we serve. Visit ymcatrinitygroup.org.uk to view our current work and volunteering opportunities

Housing Support - Accommodation Night Worker

Position: Care Home Worker (Nights) Shifts Available: 3 night shifts Monday - Sunday, 3 x 11hr shifts, Total of 33 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 (nights)

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

Senior Childcare Practitioner - Children's Residential Home Location: Walkden, Manchester Provision: Children's Residential Home (Ages 7-17, EBD &amp; Mild Learning Difficulties) Hours: 8 am to 8 pm and Occasional 8 am to 8pm + sleep in Salary: £27,144 - £36,192 base 8-10 sleep-ins/month (£52 per sleep) Potential take-home: Up to £41,184 per annum • About the Role Are you an experienced Residential Support Worker looking to take the next step in your career? Or are you already a Senior Practitioner seeking a new challenge? There are currently 5 vacancies across multip homes in Sunderland. As a Senior Childcare Practitioner, you will play a vital role in supporting children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and Mild Learning Difficulties (MLD). You will be a role model, mentor, and key worker, ensuring the best possible care and outcomes for the children. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and growing organisation with a strong Ofsted "Good" track record and a commitment to achieving Outstanding ratings. What We're Looking For • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent - see below) • Experience working with children in residential care or similar settings • Ability to manage challenging behaviours and create a nurturing environment • Full UK Driving Licence (Essential) • Fluency in English (with the ability to understand UK dialects) • Minimum Age: 22/23 (in line with regulatory requirements) Alternative Qualifications Considered: If you hold a Level 3 Diploma in Adult Social Care, we will consider your application if you can demonstrate experience working with children. Key Responsibilities • Support young people with emotional and behavioural needs in a residential setting • Act as a positive role model and key worker, helping children develop essential life skills • Promote a nurturing and supportive environment that encourages growth and independence • Contribute to care planning, behaviour management, and safeguarding processes • Support less experienced staff and lead shifts as required Why Join This Organisation? Career Progression Pathway - Grow into Deputy, Registered, or Regional Manager roles Comprehensive Training Academy - Ongoing professional development &amp; specialist training Excellent Health &amp; Wellbeing Benefits - Including discounted gym memberships Additional Leave - Rewarded at 2 years &amp; 5 years of service • Company Pension Scheme - Auto-enrolment for long-term security How to Apply If you're passionate about making a difference in young people's lives, we'd love to hear from you! Click 'Apply' now or contact us for more details. Call Sam: 01423 393 019 Email: <a href="mailto:samuel@sgscare.co.uk" target="_blank">samuel@sgscare.co.uk</a> SGS Care and our client are equal opportunity employers committed to safeguarding children. Successful candidates will undergo Enhanced DBS checks and thorough reference checks in line with Safer Recruitment practices.

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