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Location: Salford, Greater Manchester (Hybrid working – at least 2 days a week in the office, with high levels of flexibility to be in the office more when required)Salary: CompetitiveAbout Salix HomesAt Salix Homes, we are not just about providing homes, we are about creating communities. As we celebrate our 10-year anniversary, we are proud of our journey as a not-for-profit housing association managing over 8,000 homes across Salford. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction has earned us a C1 grading under the new Consumer Standards, a mark of excellence that reflects our dedication to safe, high-quality homes and responsive services.We are growing, we are innovating, and it is an exciting time to join us.We’re looking for an Executive Director of Customer and Landlord Services to join our Executive Management Team and help lead this next chapter.&nbsp;In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring we continue to deliver exceptional services while embracing new challenges and opportunities.Key responsibilities will include:&nbsp;<ul><li>Lead our customer and landlord services, including housing management, planned and reactive maintenance, and customer safety.</li><li>Ensure compliance with the Regulator of Housing Consumer Standards and the Regulator of Building Safety.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement through innovation, communication, and people development.</li><li>Lead and inspire teams to create a culture of trust, inclusivity, and excellence.</li><li>Work with stakeholders and partners to develop and deliver our Corporate Plan and meet the evolving needs of our communities.&nbsp;</li></ul>Who we’re looking for&nbsp;We are looking for a leader who genuinely cares about making a difference, someone with solid experience at Director level in housing who truly understands what it means to put customers first. You will be someone who embodies our values of being trustworthy, successful, and inclusive. You aim for excellence and embrace change with enthusiasm.Why Join UsAt Salix Homes, we invest in our people.&nbsp;Benefits include:<ul><li>Up to 34 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service </li><li>Enhanced family leave, including maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave.</li><li>Special leave options, like time off for emergencies, dependents or compassionate reasons.</li><li>Generous company pension scheme – Aviva. Salix Homes will contribute 1.5 times employees' contribution amount up to 9%. For example, if an employee put in 6%, Salix Homes would put in 9% giving a total contribution of 15%.</li><li>Life Assurance - Employees can nominate someone to receive 3 times their annual salary if they die while employed by Salix Homes.</li><li>Reward and Recognition – Salix Homes like to recognise employees who make a difference through:<ul><li>staff awards</li><li>manager perks and financial rewards</li><li>our online Be Salix recognition platform</li></ul></li><li>Employee Development - Salix Homes want to develop their people and have career and personal development opportunities available to employees:<ul><li>coaching</li><li>sponsored study</li><li>accredited professional development</li><li>apprenticeship opportunities</li></ul></li><li>Health Cash Plan - Healthshield to provide a health cash plan for all Salix Homes employees. The scheme helps with the cost of health care such as dental check-ups / fillings / physiotherapy / eye tests / prescription glasses.</li><li>Healthshield Perks - Get access to over 4,000 exclusive member offers available to employees and their families.</li><li>Cycle to Work Scheme – Salix Homes Ride to Work scheme, provided by Evans Cycles is a great way of buying a bike at a discount and paying for it over a year.</li><li>Discount Gym Membership - Salix Homes have a special deal with Salford City Council that lets employees use their gyms at a discount. Salix Homes Healthshield Perks also gives discounts on joining other gyms.</li></ul>Ready to join us? Apply NowFor more information please visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.salixhomes.co.uk/emt-recruitment/" target="_blank">https://www.salixhomes.co.uk/emt-recruitment/</a>For a confidential discussion, please contact our consultant at Penna:Bruna Varante on 07858 306725 or email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:bruna.varante@penna.com" target="_blank">bruna.varante@penna.com</a>Tom Niven on 07860 657044 or email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:tom.niven@penna.com" target="_blank">tom.niven@penna.com</a>Rachael Morris on 07840 711217 or email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:rachael.morris@penna.com" target="_blank">rachael.morris@penna.com</a>Recruitment schedule4 July 2025: First round of interviews15 July 2025: Final interviews and on-site recruitment dayThe closing date for applications is Sunday 29 June 2025.*Salix Homes is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Executive Director of Customer and Landlord Services

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

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: 82594 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

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)

We are excited to announce that we are recruiting for x2 Neighbourhood Officers. This is a fantastic opportunity where you will be managing properties in various areas within Lancashire you will be responsible for a designated patch. Our team works flexibly, and patches are reviewed and adjusted as new colleagues join to ensure workloads remain balanced. You can expect to cover an area of approximately 500 properties, which may include locations such as Rossendale, Pendle, or Blackburn. This role is field based; you will balance your time between working in the field and from home. You will be focusing on the delivery of high-quality tenancy management services, providing excellent customer care, making a difference in neighbourhoods and working to improve the lives of our residents. You will be visible and accessible in our communities, engaging our customers and local partners working together to build neighbourhood resilience. TH Neighbourhood Officers 01 4k The role of your Neighbourhood Officer - Together Housing Together Housing It's #NationalCareersWeek! Are ready to take your career to the next level? Join our Together team and enjoy some of the incredible... Instagram Together Housing Group: We are one of the largest housing associations in the North of England, managing over 38,000 homes across the North of England. We are a non-profit organisation, meaning any money we make is invested back into the company for the benefit of our residents and local communities. As an organisation we are committed to having a Diverse and Inclusive workforce. We would therefore welcome applications from candidates with any of the nine protected characteristics. We are also proud to be a Disability Confident employer. We will be hosting a Microsoft Teams webinar on Wednesday, 18th June 2025 at 12:30pm. This session will provide valuable insights into the Neighbourhood Officer role and give you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have. If you are interested in attending, please apply via the link and indicate your interest within your application. Should you be progressed to the next stage and have expressed interest, we will send you the webinar link directly. Please note, the deadline for applications is 9:00am on Monday, 23rd June 2025. However, we may close applications earlier if we receive a high volume of suitable candidates, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Interviews are scheduled to take place on Thursday, 3rd July, Friday, 4th July, and Monday, 7th July 2025. Requirements Outline of Key responsibilities for the Neighbourhood Officer... <ul> <li>As a Neighbourhood Officer, you will draw on your strong background in general needs housing management and your understanding of housing and estate management standards and practices. This includes expertise in key areas such as anti-social behaviour (ASB), lettings, property exchanges, repairs, rent management, and safeguarding. You will work closely with multi-agency teams and attend partnership meetings to ensure the best possible support for a diverse range of customers. Your role will be central in helping to maintain and improve the quality of life in our communities.</li> <li>You will provide advice and assistance to our residents on all housing matters so they can successfully maintain their tenancy. This includes information on legal rights, responsibilities of their tenancy agreement and managing any welfare and safeguarding concerns.</li> <li>You will be responsible for showing customers around empty properties and carrying out lettings in accordance with our policies &amp; procedures</li> <li>You will be the point of contact for housing management services on a patch, including the enforcement of the Association's conditions of tenancy, particularly in relation to the condition of property and/or garden. You will work as part of a team to deliver excellent customer service and meet all performance objectives.</li> <li>You will work 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with occasional evening or weekend work depending on business needs. We offer flexible working arrangements in line with our Smart Working culture to ensure we provide an excellent and accessible service for our customers.</li> <li>Your time will be divided between working within the neighbourhood you manage and working from home, with office days for dynamic team collaboration. These will include brainstorming sessions, team meetings, shared learning days, and bespoke training programmes tailored to individual learning styles. This flexible approach fosters innovation, teamwork, and personal development. You'll have the autonomy to manage your own diary and schedule, ensuring you can balance your workload effectively.</li> </ul>We are looking for someone who has... <ul> <li>Full UK drivers licence and access to a car as the role is field based</li> <li>Experience and knowledge of housing/ lettings or ideally social housing</li> <li>Demonstrating proven experience in dealing with the public both in person and over the phone, skilled in managing sensitive situations where individuals may be distressed, anxious, or reluctant to accept advice.</li> <li>You possess excellent face-to-face customer service skills, along with the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately, and have a strong track record of working with a diverse range of customers and effectively managing various situations.</li> <li>Self-motivation, with a solution-focused approach to working with customers and stakeholders.</li> <li>Personal resilience to manage a fast-paced, demanding role, juggling multiple tasks efficiently.</li> </ul>Benefits In return, we are offering the successful candidate in the Neighbourhood Officer role... <ul> <li>Starting salary of £31,166 per annum </li> <li> 27 days holiday (rising to 32 over 5 years' service) + bank holidays</li> <li>Hybrid working - you will manage your week by dividing your time between working in the field and from home</li> <li>You will be working 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday (occasional evening or weekend working depending on business needs). </li> <li>Working arrangements are flexible in line with our Smart Working culture so that we deliver an excellent and accessible service for customers.</li> <li>Wide range of technical, professional, and personal development training opportunities </li> <li> Attractive pension schemes - including Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li> <li> Health and wellbeing benefits including access to GPs</li> <li>A range of financial and lifestyle benefits including cycle to work, vehicle leasing and financial advice</li> <li>We have a range of staff support networks, including menopause, culturally diverse, LGBTQ+ and disability.</li> <li>To view the full range of our award winning benefits click on the Employee Benefits Link </li> </ul>THG reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient numbers of applicants are received. Therefore, please apply without delay! Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form. Due to the nature of the role involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post is subject to a Full Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made. INDTHG1

Neighbourhood Officer

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

Experienced Social Worker - Private Fostering and Youth homeless

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

Job Title: Chef (Independent Living Retirement facility) Location: Lytham St Annes (Links View) Job Type: Part-time (22.5 hours per week) - Fixed Term 3 Month's Salary: £26,325.00 (per annum pro rata) 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: 7am - 3pm, 3 days per week including weekend working (including a half hour break), must be flexible to ensure 7 day production. 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

Chef - Independent Living Retirement facility

The Vacancy <ul> <li>Annual salary of £28,506 (FTE)</li> <li>Permanent role</li> <li>Full-time (37 hours), part-time and flexible working patterns available</li> <li>Based in Rochdale, hybrid working</li></ul>Please Note: We are not using recruitment agencies for this position. All applicants should apply directly through the Regenda Website. Any applications submitted through agencies will not be considered. Proposed Interview Date: W/C 19th May 2025 The role As a Homeless Prevention &amp; Response worker at Petrus you will deliver direct prevention support alongside a wider service offer to meet the needs experienced due other areas of disadvantage, for example, physical and mental health issues, poverty, experience of the criminal justice system, substance use and domestic abuse. Petrus will provide tailored support to prevent eviction from various tenure types, prevent the need for temporary accommodation, open access to alternative accommodation, improve home environment and lifestyle and increase tenancy security and management. This role will require you to work alongside other Petrus teams as well as other partners and agencies who provide support for people in the borough. These services will include healthcare (sexual health, podiatry, optometry), alcohol and substance use, domestic abuse and mental health support. The right fit <ul> <li>Experience of working with individuals with multiple and complex needs.</li> <li>An understanding of the barriers faced by those affected by homelessness and experiencing multiple and complex needs.</li> <li>An understanding of the Homelessness Reduction Act 2018 in its approach to preventing homelessness.</li> <li>Experience of delivering support that supports and empowers change.</li> <li>Excellent communication skills including report writing, use of IT and professional representation of the organisation.</li> <li>Ability to consult, identify and facilitate key activities to promote wellbeing.</li> <li>Ability to demonstrate effective partner relationships and multi -agency working.</li> <li>Ability to assess need and deliver effective support appropriate to need.</li> <li>Skill and experience in signposting service users to appropriate services.</li> <li>This role will require an Enhanced DBS</li></ul>Who we are Petrus provides support services for people facing homelessness or in housing need. We are a charitable organisation and deliver both drop in and residential services in Rochdale and Oldham. We believe people should have access to safe, secure, quality housing. We help people to develop skills, independence and make positive choices. We believe collaboration with other agencies and organisations is key to creating a world where everyone has a safe place to live. Petrus is part of The Regenda Group; we work in places where we can make a difference and operate across the housing and construction sector, in care and support, and in education, training and careers. Next steps If you like what you've read so far and think you've got what it takes to join our team, then apply now with a copy of your CV and a short covering letter detailing why you think you would be a good fit the role. Our Talent Acquisition team will review your application and will be in touch shortly. What we offer Petrus really is a great place to work - and you don't have to just take our word for it! We're an accredited Best Companies Top 100 employer and have achieved Investors in People Gold status. We can offer you a working environment where you can enjoy yourself, develop yourself and be yourself and where you really can make a difference to people's lives. We also offer a fantastic reward and benefits package which includes: <ul> <li>A range of flexible working options.</li> <li>25 days paid annual leave each year (rising to 27 days after three years) in addition to 8 bank holidays.</li> <li>6 additional days for volunteering.</li> <li>5% Employers Contribution to the Pension Scheme.</li> <li>£250 annual 'Live and Learn' allowance to spend on learning any new skill.</li> <li>Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay schemes.</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme and health and wellbeing initiatives</li> <li>A wide variety of exciting learning and development opportunities.</li> <li>Interest free loans to assist with the purchase of computer equipment and travel season tickets.</li> <li>Monthly staff lottery scheme.</li></ul>"We regenerate places and create opportunities for people" We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from disabled and minority ethnic candidates as they are currently under-represented within our organisation. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, we'd encourage you to submit your application as early as possible. INDHP The Company Petrus provides residential and day support services to people who are homeless or in housing need. It offers a safe environment where people can develop their skills and independence to empower change. People often find it difficult to know where to go and who to ask for help, and we try and make this as easy as possible. We engage with individuals and start to build a relationship with them, which is key to building trust and facilitating positive choices. We encourage individuals to access appropriate support and can refer them into housing. Gallery Previous Next

Homeless Prevention and Response Worker

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Marketing Executive to join our Housing Partnerships team in Bolton. The main purpose of the role is to raise the profile (awareness) of Housing Partnerships and Engineering Services business, by developing and creating engaging content for both internal and external audiences across a wide variety of digital and offline platforms. Benefits: Competitive Salary / 26 Days Holidays / Pension Scheme / Free Parking / Private Health Care / Professional Development &amp; Training Opportunities / Free Wellbeing Initiatives such as eye care vouchers, occupational health, employee assistance programme / Ministry of Fun / Flexible Working / Online Retailer Discounts (Seddon Smartspending) What you'll do: <ul> <li>Work with the board and Marketing Manager to develop the brand and marketing strategy for the Housing Partnerships and Engineering Services businesses</li> <li>Work with the board to develop a plan for capturing and sharing customer feedback at key stages of the customer lifecycle </li> <li>Develop suitable case studies to fit with our brand strategy focusing on outcomes and impacts on people and communities - for award submissions, PR activity and use in bids</li> <li>Work with the PR company, and board of directors and Marketing Manager to develop content for all media channels</li> <li>Develop Housing Partnerships social media strategy and presence alongside the Content Marketing Assistant - including training and mentoring the board to post.</li> <li>Ensure content is updated on the website</li> <li>Plan, design and create engaging content for Yammer and the Hub channels alongside the Marketing Manager and Content Marketing Assistant</li> <li>Help with production of team briefs</li> <li>Assist in organising communication events</li> <li>Lead on the programme of award submissions around the yearly planner.</li> <li>Help co-ordinate guests and logistics for dinners etc</li> <li>Develop a calendar of social events, awards, networking etc that assist in delivering the plan of raising business profile to stakeholders</li> <li>Develop the brand and marketing strategy for events including themes, topics, stand design and marketing collateral</li> <li>Attend events and represent the business in a professional manner</li> <li>Support bid teams in document design and templates</li> <li>Liaison and co-ordination with Business Development teams to create content for use in bids and tenders</li> <li>Develop active listening skills - asking questions to understand the customers challenges and not just to sell solutions</li> <li>May be required to write sections of bids or PQQ's - as necessary</li> </ul>Have you got what it takes: <ul> <li>Ideally at least 1 to 2 years' experience working in similar role</li> <li>Excellent communications skills, including writing, editing, and speaking; ability to communicate simply and effectively.</li> <li>Creative, flexible and able to work well with others.</li> <li>Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders</li> <li>Ability to work as part of a team with demonstrable initiative and enthusiasm</li> <li>Ability to work effectively under pressure and to tight deadlines</li> <li>Excellent IT skills across the Microsoft package as well as Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator</li> <li>Confident and outgoing personality</li> <li>Well organised with excellent attention to detail</li> <li>Self-motivated with Excellent time management and organisational skills</li> <li>Competent using Premier Pro, After Effects and other video editing software (not essential).</li> <li>Creative, flexible and able to work well with others.</li> <li>Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders</li> </ul>

Marketing Executive

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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