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The vacancy Connexus has an established reputation for delivering high quality homes and services. With our 530 colleagues and around 10,800 homes, we support people, create places, and work in partnership with like-minded providers to help our customers reach their potential. An opportunity has arisen within the Independent Living Team for the right individual to help manage a scheme for our Independent Living service in Hereford. We are seeking someone who is experienced, highly motivated, professional, caring and methodical. Someone who has excellent communication skills and is a real people person. The successful applicant will be responsible for delivering support for Independent Living schemes in Hereford over 5 days. Shortlisting date: 28 July 2025 Interview date: 01 August 2025 This role will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. About Connexus Connexus is a rural housing association with its heritage in Shropshire and Herefordshire, providing good quality, affordable and safe homes that customers are proud to live in. We create inclusive neighbourhoods, sustainable rural communities, and provide services that support our customers to build a life in their home. The work our teams do is varied, and no two days are the same. You'll be joining a team which provides a wide range of excellent support services including independent living for older people, providing specialist accommodation and services for younger people, and managing a refuge and other safe accommodation for those fleeing domestic abuse. Our teams also provide supported temporary accommodation for those aged 18-55 who have complex needs. Some roles involve providing help locally in the community, supporting and offering specialist advice and working with our partners to prevent homelessness. We provide an excellent offer for colleagues which includes flexible working options combined with some fantastic benefits. We're here to support colleagues at every step of the way with training and development opportunities, helping you make the most of your career. If you want to work with like-minded people and would like to make a difference to the lives of our customers, Connexus could be the right fit for you. Connexus is committed to equality of opportunity for all employees and is keen to address areas of under representation in its workforce, this is because we really understand the importance of different voices, experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds within our workforce. We strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups. Life at Connexus Connexus is a community focused rural housing group with over 10,500 homes across Shropshire and Herefordshire. Our people are passionate about the services we provide and we will invest in them and empower them to provide a great service to all of our customers. Our clear focus is excellent service delivery. Some of the benefits Up to 30 days annual leave &amp; Bank Holidays Continual learning and development opportunities Generous pension scheme Westfield Health healthcare plan Continual learning and development opportunities Paid sickness leave (upon successful completion of probationary period) Enhanced maternity/ paternity pay We're rooting for you Interviewing isn't easy and believe us when we say "we're rooting for you"; we want everyone to be able to do their best. We know it can be daunting to put yourself out there and sometimes the unknown interview processes make things even scarier! So, we thought we'd help by sharing a little about what you can expect from us in terms of our approach to recruitment. We're rooting for you

Independent Living Co-Ordinator

Job Introduction Following the retirement of the previous postholder, we are looking for a Senior Officer who can provide leadership to the hardworking and professional Housing Support Team. The Housing Support Team provides a high level of support to key business processes in the Housing Operations service. Housing Operations is responsible for the enforcement of housing standards in rented properties, licensing of HMOs, delivery of adaptations to disabled people, provision of financial assistance to vulnerable homeowners and bringing empty properties back into use. The Senior Officer - Housing Support Team is a key role in the Housing Operations service. As well as supervising a team of 8 FTE Administration Officers, the Senior Officer needs to build and sustain excellent relationships with internal and external customers to ensure that the Housing Support Team continues to provide high quality support which is flexible and adaptive to constantly changing needs. The main responsibilities of this role: <ul><li>Supervise a team of up to 10 FTE Administration Officers, including approving leave, recording sickness and having regular performance focused 1:1 discussions.</li><li>Provide day to day management of the team to ensure core activities are covered, such as providing phone and physical office cover.</li><li>Manage processes within the Housing Support Team to ensure that robust quality standards are maintained.</li><li>Develop effective responses to changing needs - of internal customers especially - and balance conflicting demands on the Team's resources.</li><li>Assist managers and other senior officers in Housing Operations with problem solving and in developing processes and procedures to underpin effective working and improved service delivery.</li><li>Oversee the immediate office environment to ensure that key materials are available when needed, such as stationary and PPE, and that equipment such as printers/ scanners, support service operations. </li></ul>How to Apply If you are interested in joining our team and would like some further information, please contact Simon Welch on 07582 101587 or email <a href="mailto:simon.welch@bradford.gov.uk" target="_blank">simon.welch@bradford.gov.uk</a>. Employee Offer Why work for Bradford Council? Find out why by taking a look at Our Employee Offer.pdf . Equal Opportunities We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee directly or indirectly on the grounds of gender, marital status, gender re-assignment, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, race, colour, ethnic background, religion or belief nationality or age. And, as an equal opportunities employer, the Council strives to employ the best qualified people from a diverse range of applicants. The RESPECT Allyship Programme is available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities &amp; groups and provides added benefits and resources to its members.

Senior Officer - Housing Support Team

Independent Living Support Worker - British Sign Language (training provided) Who We Are The Percy Hedley Foundation is one of the largest regional charities supporting people with a range of learning and physical needs. We take a person centred, flexible approach to the care and support we provide. We work towards excellence every day and our team members are committed to delivering the very best outcomes for the people we support. Our dynamic and flexible service is tailored to the specific needs of the individual, making it easier to live, learn and be part of a world adapting to change. The Role We are looking to appoint a new team of BSL (British Sign Language) Independent Living Support Workers, this is an exciting opportunity to help build our BSL ISL Provision and provide excellent support. Due to the demands of the service, successful candidates must complete British Sign Language Level 1. Training will be provided. The property is a 2 bedroom home located in a residential area in Newcastle, a short walk from the City Centre, St James Park, the Town Moore and Leazes Park as well as local transport services which opens up the whole of the North East to the people we support. There is also parking available. Our BSL Independent Supported Living scheme is a home for 2 young individuals who are leaving college and require support with everyday living tasks, cooking, cleaning, organising fun social activities, support to health appointments and to live as independently as possible. You will need to be enthusiastic, friendly, enjoy your work and have a positive outlook on life and a real desire to help people achieve their goals and reach their full potential. A great team player, who is flexible, organised and has the skills to work with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure the people we support receive the highest level of care is required. Being able to adapt and respond to evolving situations with a person-centred approach is essential for an independent living scheme. We would love to hear from you and welcome all applications. Please click here for the job description. Why Work for Us At Percy Hedley we encourage career development and progression. We run a robust training programme and also have development opportunities across the wider Foundation. We also offer the following benefits to staff: <ul><li>20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro-rated for part-time staff)</li><li>Access to a rewards scheme designed to save money on shopping</li><li>Contributory Pension Scheme </li><li>Induction and ongoing training</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Cycle to Work Scheme</li><li>Wellbeing support (including occupational health, physio services and counselling services)</li></ul>Click here for more information on the benefits available: <a href="https://www.percyhedley.org.uk/vacancies/staff-benefits/" target="_blank">https://www.percyhedley.org.uk/vacancies/staff-benefits/</a> We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants should be aware that the post will only be offered to successful candidates subject to an Enhanced DBS and barring checks as well as other employment clearances such as referencing in line with our regulator's legislation requirements. Please note that this role is classed as regulated activity as it involves working directly with children and/or vulnerable adults. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-declaration form prior to interview, and all candidates will be subject to an online check prior to interview. Please note it is an offence to apply for this role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children and the Percy Hedley Foundation has the right to respond appropriately. As a disability confident employer who is registered and accredited by the scheme, we would encourage all applications but please reach out if you require any guidance or support in your application. Please access the following link for our vulnerable adults protection policy: Adult Safeguarding Policy This recruitment is ongoing therefore the vacancy will close when a suitable applicant has been appointed.

Independent Living Support Worker - British Sign Language (training provided)

Independent Living Support Worker - British Sign Language (qualified) Who We Are The Percy Hedley Foundation is one of the largest regional charities supporting people with a range of learning and physical needs. We take a person centred, flexible approach to the care and support we provide. We work towards excellence every day and our team members are committed to delivering the very best outcomes for the people we support. Our dynamic and flexible service is tailored to the specific needs of the individual, making it easier to live, learn and be part of a world adapting to change. The Role We are looking to appoint a new team of qualified BSL (British Sign Language) Independent Living Support Workers, this is an exciting opportunity to help build our BSL ISL Provision and provide excellent support. Due to the demands of the service, we are looking for candidates who hold a BSL qualification. The property is a 2 bedroom home located in a residential area in Newcastle, a short walk from the City Centre, St James Park, the Town Moore and Leazes Park as well as local transport services which opens up the whole of the North East to the people we support. There is also parking available. Our BSL Independent Supported Living scheme is a home for 2 young individuals who are leaving college and require support with everyday living tasks, cooking, cleaning, organising fun social activities, support to health appointments and to live as independently as possible. You will need to be enthusiastic, friendly, enjoy your work and have a positive outlook on life and a real desire to help people achieve their goals and reach their full potential. A great team player, who is flexible, organised and has the skills to work with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure the people we support receive the highest level of care is required. Being able to adapt and respond to evolving situations with a person-centred approach is essential for an independent living scheme. We would love to hear from you and welcome all applications. Please click here for the job description. Why Work for Us At Percy Hedley we encourage career development and progression. We run a robust training programme and also have development opportunities across the wider Foundation. We also offer the following benefits to staff: <ul><li>20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro-rated for part-time staff)</li><li>Access to a rewards scheme designed to save money on shopping</li><li>Contributory Pension Scheme </li><li>Induction and ongoing training</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Cycle to Work Scheme</li><li>Wellbeing support (including occupational health, physio services and counselling services)</li></ul>Click here for more information on the benefits available: <a href="https://www.percyhedley.org.uk/vacancies/staff-benefits/" target="_blank">https://www.percyhedley.org.uk/vacancies/staff-benefits/</a> We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants should be aware that the post will only be offered to successful candidates subject to an Enhanced DBS and barring checks as well as other employment clearances such as referencing in line with our regulator's legislation requirements. Please note that this role is classed as regulated activity as it involves working directly with children and/or vulnerable adults. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-declaration form prior to interview, and all candidates will be subject to an online check prior to interview. Please note it is an offence to apply for this role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children and the Percy Hedley Foundation has the right to respond appropriately. As a disability confident employer who is registered and accredited by the scheme, we would encourage all applications but please reach out if you require any guidance or support in your application. Please access the following link for our vulnerable adults protection policy: Adult Safeguarding Policy This recruitment is ongoing therefore the vacancy will close when a suitable applicant has been appointed.

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