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Post title: Independent Living Services Officer Post number: PL.0189-V2 Salary: £28,142 - £31,022 per year Job description: Independent Living Services Officer (PL.0189-V2) Job description ( PDF, 321 KB ) Directorate/department: Place Apply online now for post PL.0189-V2 Closing date: 11.45pm, 31 October 2025 Further information This is a front-line post providing low level support to Older Persons residing in the Housing Service's Independent Living Schemes to enable them to live independently in their own homes. The main purpose of the role of the Independent Living Services Officer is to undertake visits to tenants, complete Support Plans and offer housing related support. The post holder will liaise with family members and other agencies on behalf of tenants. The post holder also has landlord responsibilities and is a premises manager for the site, carrying out health and safety related duties, including those which form part of the fire safety regulations. Additionally, there may be a requirement to provide low-level floating support to Older Persons living in the community. This is an ideal opportunity for those with a Housing, Support or Health and Social Care background who enjoy working with Older Persons. This is a full-time, permanent post at 37 hours per week. For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Sarah Sims, Independent Living Services Manager on 07773647021 Safeguarding Within Swansea Council there is a "Safeguarding is Everybody's Business" principle, and this applies to all Swansea Council employees, elected members, volunteers and contractors. Further details can be found at <a href="https://www.swansea.gov.uk/corporatesafeguarding" target="_blank">https://www.swansea.gov.uk/corporatesafeguarding</a>

Independent Living Services Officer (closing date: 31/10/25)

Job Description If you're passionate about supporting people to maintain their independence and build a better future, then we currently have a part-time opportunity for you to join our Housing Support Team as a Support Practitioner, providing person-centred support to individuals experiencing housing challenges within Campbeltown and Islay. The role covers two areas, so the successful candidate must be able to travel between both locations. Driving license is preferred. What we are looking for A good support work is responsive to individual needs, and your role will evolve to ensure the best outcomes for those you support. You will always have access to a manager and the wider team to discuss all aspects of the support you are providing. We are looking for someone who is: <ul> <li>Warm &amp; honest</li> <li>Able to build trust and a safe environment</li> <li>Resilient and Patient; able to handle challenges and stay positive through them</li> <li>Empathetic and compassionate; always putting people first</li> <li>Motivated &amp; respectful</li> <li>Creative &amp; solution focused with the ability to think outside the box</li> <li>Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.</li> </ul>About the Role As a Housing Support Practitioner, you will work with individuals facing homelessness, tenancy-related difficulties, and other housing challenges. Your duties will include but not restricted to: <ul> <li>Regularly review and update support plans to stay relevant and goal focused.</li> <li>Use problem-solving and creativity to enhance choices and social connections.</li> <li>Build strong professional relationships with families, friends, and agencies.</li> <li>Advocate for individuals and connect them to community resources.</li> <li>Ensure informed decision-making through human-rights-based processes.</li> <li>Maintain accurate records, including risk assessments and reports.</li> <li>Provide practical support for tenancy management and independent living.</li> <li>Manage time effectively with a flexible, adaptable approach.</li> </ul>Whilst experience is always welcome, full training (including SVQ qualifications) is provided alongside regular support and supervision from your Service Manager. The right values and motivation are essential; honesty, respect, empathy, and compassion are key skills that are required in people who join our teams. This post is for 22.5 hours per week. You will be based in our Campbeltown office however Fortnightly visits to Islay would be expected. As a Support Practitioner, you will empower people to live the life they choose. By following each person's unique support plan, which details the personal outcomes we aim to achieve together, you will recognise and build on people's strengths, encouraging positive risk-taking and helping foster choice and control. Your holistic approach and excellent interpersonal skills will enable you to provide practical support and encouragement across all aspects of everyday life, including: <ul> <li>Finding somewhere to live Setting up and sustaining a tenancy</li> <li>Managing bills, budgeting, and dealing with debt</li> <li>Making the most of income and benefits</li> <li>Building skills and confidence to find work or volunteering</li> <li>Linking people to other services and community opportunities</li> <li>Supporting social connections, hobbies, and leisure activities</li> </ul>Your empathetic nature will recognise that everyone's needs are unique and may change over time - you'll be there to offer the right support, at the right time, to help people achieve their goals and thrive in their community. This is not an exhaustive list - people's lives are dynamic, and good support work means being adaptable and responsive. You will always have the guidance of a manager to discuss any aspect of the support you provide. What We Offer As a way of demonstrating how much we value you and your commitment we offer a range of great benefits: <ul> <li>Anti-social hours payment of up to £1241 when undertaking waking night shift (11pm-7am)</li> <li>Enhanced mileage payment of 45p per mile</li> <li>35 days' holiday per year, increasing to 40 days with length of service.</li> <li>£200 Recommend a Friend Scheme (T&amp;C apply)</li> <li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and sick leave</li> <li>A Defined Contribution pension scheme, with incremental employer contributions</li> <li>Free Blue Light Card (giving access to thousands of discounts and promotions)</li> <li>Access to the Carr Gomm App: which includes free physiotherapy, health coaching and counselling.</li> <li>Membership of a credit union</li> <li>Cycle to work scheme; and more!</li> </ul> We welcome applications from any candidates already eligible to work in the UK or those that can apply for a visa granting permission to work in the UK (e.g. dependent visas, ancestry etc.) that do not require sponsorship from Carr Gomm. You will be asked to share proof of this prior to receiving any offer of employment. It is currently our policy not to offer sponsorship for prospective candidates. For more details about the role, including responsibilities and requirements, download the job profile (PDF). Support-Practitioner-Role-Profile-09.2025 Staff-Benefits-for-Support-Practitioners-09.2025 INDMP

Support Practitioner Campbeltown & Islay (Housing Support)

About the role As a Social Housing Regulation Officer within the Housing Strategy and Partnerships team at West Northamptonshire Council, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the Council's compliance with the Regulator of Social Housing's Consumer Standards. This is a strategic and collaborative position, working closely with the Council's ALMO, Northamptonshire Partnership Homes and internal stakeholders to drive continuous improvement, regulatory assurance, and sector-leading practice. What will you be doing? You'll lead on developing robust evidence bases, gap analyses, and improvement plans, while also coordinating reporting to elected members and managing external consultancy support. Your work will directly contribute to the Council's mission to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive. About you You are a confident and collaborative professional with a strong background in social housing, governance, or regulatory compliance. You bring excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, enabling you to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including elected members and internal teams. Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council . About us At West Northants Council, it's about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people. Our vision is 'to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive'. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what its like to work at West Northants Council. We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential. We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partner The following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain what DEI means to us . If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support. West Northants Council, where careers thrive. Attached documents <ul> <li> Social Housing Regulation Officer JDPS.pdf </li> </ul>

Social Housing Regulation Officer

Hourly Paid Additional Support Assistant (Independent Living Skills) x 2 Job description Minimum of 20 hours per week Fixed Term - 26/06/26 Must be available 9am - 4.30 pm We wish to appoint inspiring Additional Support Assistants to help learners with additional learning needs to access the curriculum at Coleg Gwent. Applicants should have previous experience of working with young people who have difficulties and/or disabilities and be educated to Level 2 standard with four GCSEs including Maths and English at grade C or above. The successful candidates will be required to support learners on a 1:1 basis, including providing personal care when needed, as well as work with learners on a group basis, working closely with the curriculum and campus support teams to ensure the learners meet their full potential. Applications may be submitted in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than applications submitted in English The College is committed to safeguarding, ensuring the safety and welfare of children and young people. Employment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and registration with the Education Workforce Council if appropriate. Please note that successful candidates will be expected to pay for the Enhanced Disclosure and registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC). At Coleg Gwent we are committed to providing a working environment which embraces diversity and which promotes equality of opportunity. This is underpinned by the Equality Act 2010 and will be adhered to at each stage of the recruitment process. Our goal is to ensure these commitments are also embedded in our day-to-day working practices with our learners, colleagues, and partners. We know the most successful teams are the most diverse teams. Equality, diversity, and inclusion provide the very foundation to our culture at Coleg Gwent. We want every individual to feel confident, proud, and able to bring their whole selves to work. We are committed to being an anti-racist organisation and increasing diversity in the College by removing barriers and supporting all our staff to reach their potential. To ensure an improved representation in our workforce, applications are particularly welcome from minority groups including Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic people, Females, LGBTQ+, non-binary and people with disabilities. Together we continue to build a workplace that not only celebrates the diverse voices of our colleagues but also represents the communities we serve. We welcome applications from candidates who speak languages other than English and everyone regardless of age, marriage and civil partnership (both same sex and opposite sex), impairment or health condition, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, gender identity or gender expression in line with our Equality Opportunities policy. All campuses are accessible and facilities such as prayer rooms are available. We are a Disability Confident Employer and affiliates of the Black Leadership Group. Key to supporting this work and providing peer support are 6 Board sponsored Staff Networks (Enabled, Men's Alliance, Women Together, Cynefin, LGBTQ+ and Race Alliance). What brings us together? We are committed to building a culture of inclusion that empowers our people to thrive and fosters a sense of belonging. To support the College in being a respectful community we have an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (ED&amp;I) steering group. Hear our ED&amp;I Champions talk about why they are so passionate about equality, diversity, and inclusion - Link in attached document. Your wellbeing matters. Your wellbeing is important to us. We want to ensure you are able to make the most of the opportunities and reach your full potential. From a programme of wellbeing activities throughout the year underpinned by the Headspace app for all staff which has a diverse selection of meditations that aim to fulfil both beginners and long-time meditators needs and preferences to Partners who are trained mental health champions, to subsidised gym access, we're determined to create an environment that supports everyone's mental and physical health. Closing Date: 02/11/25 Interview Date: 12/11/25

Hourly Paid Additional Support Assistant (Independent Living Skills) x 2

Knowsley Council is an award-winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024. We are an Accredited employer under the Liverpool City Region Fair Employment Charter, demonstrating that we are committed to the principle of fair employment and we are dedicated to providing a healthy, fair, inclusive and just workplace. Come join us and be part of our success. This is a newly created post which will be part of the Council's Adult Social Care services. Adult Social Care services in Knowsley have recently been inspected as Good in all areas by the Care Quality Commission and this post will help strengthen and build upon our strong commitment to early intervention and prevention services by supporting older people and people with disabilities to live independently. This post will require a detailed knowledge of independent living services (such as occupational therapy, the Disabled Facilities Grant programme and telecare) so if this describes you and you are passionate about improving people's lives and enjoy working in a fast pace multidisciplinary environment then you may be the perfect candidate for this role. Closing Date: Wednesday, 29th October 2025 at 23:59pm At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact: Verity Price <a href="mailto:Verity.Price@knowsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">Verity.Price@knowsley.gov.uk</a> 07385 945102 We welcome applications from residents and beyond, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce. See the benefits of working for Knowsley MBC <a href="https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes" target="_blank">https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes</a>. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants. How to apply Your Application Form should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification. Please note if an Application Form does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted. To upload your Application Form you will need to click on the link below and create an account with Jobs Go Public if you have not already done so. You will also be required to input your name and email address and will be invited to complete an equal opportunities questionnaire.

Independent Living Operational Manager

Organisation: Derby Homes Hours: 37 hours per week Contract type: Permanent Location: Council House TO APPLY FOR THIS VACANCY, YOU MUST DO SO THROUGH THE DERBY HOMES WEBSITE, BY CREATING AN ACCOUNT USING THE "APPLY ONLINE" LINK. Are you able to lead and motivate a team? Do you enjoy working in a busy fast paced environment? Are you great at working in partnership and delivering results across a range of priorities? An exciting opportunity has arisen to lead a busy and fast paced housing team within the Derby Homes. You will be responsible for the operational leadership and management of the Homefinder Choice Based Lettings service and Derby Homes Allocations service. We are seeking an experienced housing manager to lead this team with responsibility for managing the housing register, the choice-based lettings system (Homefinder) and the allocation of social housing. The team are responsible for the timely assessment of housing applications, discharging the Council's various statutory housing duties and realizing our ambitions to support residents who need assistance to resolve their housing need. The ideal candidate for this role will need to be a responsible and highly organised self-starter, balancing your time between the strategic, operational and project management elements of the role. You should have a track record of achieving positive results through inter-agency partnerships and a commitment to service improvement. You will be responsible for reviewing and updating allocations policy &amp; procedure and developing strategy to ensure an efficient housing register and allocations service is delivered. Knowledge and understanding of local and national strategy and legislation in relation to housing demand and allocation is required. A sound working knowledge of project management is desirable. The ability to lead a team to ensure performance standards are met is necessary along with the drive and ambition to make a difference to the lives of our residents. You will need to have an eye for detail and strong interpersonal and negotiation skills working closely with applicants to ensure an efficient housing register and allocations service is delivered. Derby Homes has a national reputation for its excellent services which we know are down to our valued workforce. In return for their hard work, we strive to be an employer of choice. We have a range of excellent terms and conditions, including flexible working, work life balance, local government pension scheme, employee health initiatives and green travel options. Please use the links below to download supporting information. Before you fill in the application form please read the guidelines on filling in the application form Remember to align your personal statement to the essential criteria in the Person Specification. Job description Person specification Equality, Diversity &amp; Inclusion We are a fair and inclusive employer and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. We recruit for diversity and value difference. As many of our roles can now be home-based, we are able to offer more opportunities for people who need this facility. We are also proud to have Derbyshire LGBT+ Rainbow Partnership Accreditation and encourage applications from candidates of all genders. We are a Disability Confident Leader. If you are a disabled person, you have the choice to apply under our Guaranteed Interview Scheme so long as you demonstrate that you meet the essential requirements for the job. We feel it is essential that we recruit a talented workforce that is as diverse as the community we work for. Please let us know of any individual requirements or reasonable adjustments you may have during the application, interview, or onboarding process and we'll do all we can to help. We strongly believe in social understanding of disability and for us it's all about removing barriers to equality. If you have any questions regarding this vacancy or are having difficulty applying, please contact our Recruitment Team on 01332 640844 (Relay UK - 18001 01332 640 844) or at <a href="mailto:recruitmentteam@derby.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitmentteam@derby.gov.uk</a> . <a href="https://www.derby.gov.uk/signing-service/" target="_blank">https://www.derby.gov.uk/signing-service/</a> The closing date for this vacancy is Sunday 2nd November 2025at midnight. Any application forms received after the closing date will not be accepted. If you have been selected for interview you will hear from us prior to the interview date. Interviews are to be held the week commencing 10th November.

Social Housing Options Manager

Join our dedicated Care Team providing high-quality care to individuals as an Independent Living Assistant, Waking Night at Charles Clore Court, Southcote, Reading. Providing night support to vulnerable adults as and when required. We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. About us and the role: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK - Sponsorship not available.The working pattern is working waking night shifts: Week 1 - Wednesday and Thursday Week 2 - Friday and Saturday Night shift hours are 9.45pm to 7.00am. You will have experience in working in care or support setting, treating our service users with dignity and respect whilst meeting their individual care needs, including support with personal care. As a lone worker you will have the responsibility to ensure that any urgent care or building matters are attended to and you must have the skills to evaluate risks and devise strategies to mitigate and handle them effectively. We are a Domiciliary Care service registered with CQC whose aims are to provide high quality support to adults regardless of gender, race, religion or sexual orientation. The Team provides service users with opportunities to maintain their independence, build positive relationships and be empowered to make informed choices, within a person-centred approach. You will be able to demonstrate:<ul> <li>Good general education, to include good literacy skills</li> <li>NVQ2/QCF Level 2 Diploma in Care and Promoting Independence or commitment to achieving this</li> <li>A commitment to delivering Person Centred Support to a range of individuals</li> <li>Able to relate to service users and meet their needs, with a sense of understanding, patience, respect and dignity</li> <li>Ability to undertake manual handling tasks</li> <li>Ability to work effectively as part of a team as well as on own initiative</li> <li>Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally</li> <li>Ability to be self-motivating</li> <li>Basic Microsoft IT skills, ability to read/check emails etc.</li> </ul>Progression through the full salary range is dependent on attaining the relevant QCF qualification. You will also demonstrate a commitment to anti oppressive practice along with a flexible attitude to travelling around and working in the local area. You'll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you'll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do. Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential. Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance - striving to be even better - and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way. Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed. Our offer:We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you'll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:<ul> <li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave.</li> <li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li> <li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li> <li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted.</li> <li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work.</li> <li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax.</li> </ul>For an informal discussion about the Waking Night Independent Living Assistant post, please contact Jennie Hughes (Staff Resource Officer) on 07738 916 712 - <a href="mailto:jennie.hughes@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">jennie.hughes@reading.gov.uk</a>Closing Date: Monday 27th October 2025 Interviews: TBC Interviews will be face to face at Charles Clore Court, 139 Appleford Road, Reading, RG30 3NT. Teams interviews are not available.

Waking Night Independent Living Assistant - Charles Clore Court

<ul><li>Guidance_Notes_Completing_an_Application_Form_Oct_2024</li><li>JD_Social_Housing_Support_Officer</li><li>PSpec_Social_Housing_Support_Officer</li></ul>Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CV's (unless specified on the advert). Please fully complete the online application form. The Strategic Housing and Investment Team are responsible for overseeing Sefton's strategic housing function, including the development and delivery of the Council's Housing Strategy, investment programmes, housing led regeneration, social housing growth, homeless commissioning and social housing allocations. Job requirements: Working as part of a small team, in this role the postholder will provide support to the Social Housing Programme including day to day oversight of services delivered to council tenants, supporting governance and providing finance and administrative support. The post holder will work closely with service providers, particularly the Council's Housing Management Agent who will provide housing management and maintenance services to council tenants. The post holder will be a key point of contact in the council for customer service and engagement ensuring that customers receive the highest quality service for the homes they live in. The post holder will lead on tenant engagement, ensuring tenants are supported in the involvement in the management of their homes working closely and liaising with the management agent. In addition, the post holder will support the management and monitoring of performance, provide project management support for the Social Housing Programme and support with statutory returns. Closing Date 10th November 2025. Interviews will take place for shortlisted candidates at the end of November. Salary range <ul><li>£37,280 - £40,777 per year</li></ul>

Social Housing Support Officer

The Strategic Housing and Investment Team are responsible for overseeing Sefton's strategic housing function, including the development and delivery of the Council's Housing Strategy, investment programmes, housing led regeneration, social housing growth, homeless commissioning and social housing allocations. Job requirements: Working as part of a small team, in this role the postholder will provide support to the Social Housing Programme including day to day oversight of services delivered to council tenants, supporting governance and providing finance and administrative support. The post holder will work closely with service providers, particularly the Council's Housing Management Agent who will provide housing management and maintenance services to council tenants. The post holder will be a key point of contact in the council for customer service and engagement ensuring that customers receive the highest quality service for the homes they live in. The post holder will lead on tenant engagement, ensuring tenants are supported in the involvement in the management of their homes working closely and liaising with the management agent. In addition, the post holder will support the management and monitoring of performance, provide project management support for the Social Housing Programme and support with statutory returns. Closing Date 10th November 2025. Interviews will take place for shortlisted candidates at the end of November. Equal Opportunities EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Sefton Council strives to ensure that our workforce is inclusive and representative of our communities. A diverse workforce is important to us, our staff bring with them a wide range of experiences, views, ideas, and innovations, and we are committed to providing an environment that recognises, respects, and values everybody's identity, where individual differences are strengths and where everyone can thrive and maximise their potential. We are always open to learning and growing as an organisation, and we welcome new ideas and initiatives that promote equality, diversity and inclusion. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer; all candidates will receive equal treatment. Our decision to appoint will be based upon whether an individual's skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities make them the most suitable candidate for the role. GUARANTEED INTERVIEW SCHEME Please note that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for these jobs (as given in the Person Specification) and who want to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme will be invited to interview. If you are currently in care or have previously been in care, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for care experienced people if you meet the essential requirements for the role. How to apply Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CV's (unless specified on the advert). Please fully complete the online application form.

Join our dedicated Care Team providing high-quality care to individuals as an Independent Living Assistant, Waking Night at Charles Clore Court, Southcote, Reading. Providing night support to vulnerable adults as and when required. We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. About us and the role: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK - Sponsorship not available. The working pattern is working waking night shifts: Week 1 - Wednesday and Thursday Week 2 - Friday and Saturday Night shift hours are 9.45pm to 7.00am. You will have experience in working in care or support setting, treating our service users with dignity and respect whilst meeting their individual care needs, including support with personal care. As a lone worker you will have the responsibility to ensure that any urgent care or building matters are attended to and you must have the skills to evaluate risks and devise strategies to mitigate and handle them effectively. We are a Domiciliary Care service registered with CQC whose aims are to provide high quality support to adults regardless of gender, race, religion or sexual orientation. The Team provides service users with opportunities to maintain their independence, build positive relationships and be empowered to make informed choices, within a person-centred approach. You will be able to demonstrate: <ul><li>Good general education, to include good literacy skills</li><li>NVQ2/QCF Level 2 Diploma in Care and Promoting Independence or commitment to achieving this</li><li>A commitment to delivering Person Centred Support to a range of individuals</li><li>Able to relate to service users and meet their needs, with a sense of understanding, patience, respect and dignity</li><li>Ability to undertake manual handling tasks</li><li>Ability to work effectively as part of a team as well as on own initiative</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally</li><li>Ability to be self-motivating</li><li>Basic Microsoft IT skills, ability to read/check emails etc.</li></ul>Progression through the full salary range is dependent on attaining the relevant QCF qualification. You will also demonstrate a commitment to anti oppressive practice along with a flexible attitude to travelling around and working in the local area. You'll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you'll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do. Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential. Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance - striving to be even better - and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way. Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed. Our offer: We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you'll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including: <ul><li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave.</li><li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li><li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li><li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted.</li><li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work.</li><li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax.</li></ul>For an informal discussion about the Waking Night Independent Living Assistant post, please contact Jennie Hughes (Staff Resource Officer) on 07738 916 712 - <a href="mailto:jennie.hughes@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">jennie.hughes@reading.gov.uk</a> Closing Date: Monday 27th October 2025 Interviews: TBC Interviews will be face to face at Charles Clore Court, 139 Appleford Road, Reading, RG30 3NT. Teams interviews are not available. Salary range <ul><li>£13,430 - £14,774 per year</li></ul>

The Strategic Housing and Investment Team are responsible for overseeing Sefton's strategic housing function, including the development and delivery of the Council's Housing Strategy, investment programmes, housing led regeneration, social housing growth, homeless commissioning and social housing allocations. Job requirements: Working as part of a small team, in this role the postholder will provide support to the Social Housing Programme including day to day oversight of services delivered to council tenants, supporting governance and providing finance and administrative support. The post holder will work closely with service providers, particularly the Council's Housing Management Agent who will provide housing management and maintenance services to council tenants. The post holder will be a key point of contact in the council for customer service and engagement ensuring that customers receive the highest quality service for the homes they live in. The post holder will lead on tenant engagement, ensuring tenants are supported in the involvement in the management of their homes working closely and liaising with the management agent. In addition, the post holder will support the management and monitoring of performance, provide project management support for the Social Housing Programme and support with statutory returns. Closing Date 10th November 2025. Interviews will take place for shortlisted candidates at the end of November. Equal Opportunities EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Sefton Council strives to ensure that our workforce is inclusive and representative of our communities. A diverse workforce is important to us, our staff bring with them a wide range of experiences, views, ideas, and innovations, and we are committed to providing an environment that recognises, respects, and values everybody's identity, where individual differences are strengths and where everyone can thrive and maximise their potential. We are always open to learning and growing as an organisation, and we welcome new ideas and initiatives that promote equality, diversity and inclusion. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer; all candidates will receive equal treatment. Our decision to appoint will be based upon whether an individual's skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities make them the most suitable candidate for the role. GUARANTEED INTERVIEW SCHEME Please note that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for these jobs (as given in the Person Specification) and who want to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme will be invited to interview. If you are currently in care or have previously been in care, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for care experienced people if you meet the essential requirements for the role. How to apply Please apply online via the link provided. Please fully complete the online expression of interest. Further information on this vacancy <ul> <li>Guidance Notes - Completing an Application Form</li> <li>Job Description</li> <li>Person Specification</li> </ul>

Social Housing Support Officer (R)

The Opportunity A 24-hour Mental Health Supported Accommodation to provide social, emotional, and practical support to people experiencing challenges with their mental health and emotional wellbeing. The aim of this project is to guide individuals through the trauma they have experienced towards recovery, by finding the best ways for the individual to become independent and connected with their community and wellbeing. The service will operate 365 days a year 24 hours a day. Shifts will be on a rota basis and this role will involve days, nights, and weekend work. Sleep-in shifts have a set payment that includes a disrupted sleep payment where necessary. There will also be optional overtime opportunities available. Staff will have the support of a 24-hour Management On-Call system. The support will be expected to be in line with Platfform's values and the project's operational plans. Further information about the project can be found within the application pack - See 'The Project Overview.' About Us We work with people experiencing challenges with their mental health, and with communities who want to create a greater sense of wellbeing in the places that they live. Through our projects, we work with thousands of people each year. We believe that long-lasting wellbeing comes about by understanding how lives can be shaped by traumatic experiences, identifying people's strengths and focussing on healing. We know we can't 'fix' people, but we can walk alongside people and help where we can on their journey. We try hard to make Platfform a great place to work, we live our values and mission in everything that we do. The people Platfform is the charity for mental health and social change. We're a supportive team where you can be your whole selves, and know that you're playing a genuine part in building a happier future for people across the UK. Read more about Platfform here. The Story Our Benefits Generous annual leave starting at 26 days Health and wellbeing support including EAP Flexible / Agile working Enhanced family leave - includes carers leave, maternity, paternity and adoption Training and Development opportunities across Platfform 6.5 % employer contribution to the pension scheme with a minimum employee contribution Testimonials Chrissie Business Development Coordinator "My favourite thing about working at Platfform is the organisation culture and how staff are treated. I've worked with many organisations and it is the first time I work in an environment where everyone cares for each other and their own unique needs. I feel supported and I am allowed to be creative in my work." Luke Young People Service Manager My favourite thing about working for Platfform is being part of a family who cares so passionately to change the world as I do. Everyone is so supportive and welcoming which makes me proud to bring my true authentic self to work every day. Life is too short to do a job in which you don't make a difference and at Platfform you make a difference every single day!" Conor John Case Worker "I enjoy working for Platfform as it has provided me with lot of skills and helped me build a strong career path. With Platfform I am always learning and building my confidence to grow as a person. In my time at Platfform I have met great staff that have always provided great support and training, I also have great work opportunities and feel I can always build and grow."

Case Worker (Supported Housing)

Job Description Salary: £25,500 per annum, Location: Edinburgh Contract/Hours: Permanent / Full Time - 37 hours per week (rota pattern including some weekends). Benefits: <ul><li>29 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays, with up to 5 additional days for continuous service and option to buy or sell leave </li><li>Gain professional qualifications and excellent training/development opportunities </li><li>Flexible maternity, adoption, and paternity packages </li><li>Pension with up to 7% employer contribution with included life assurance cover </li><li>Staff discount portal and Blue Light Card eligibility with 15,000 national retailers discounts. </li></ul>We are one of the largest children's charities in the UK and have been making a difference to the lives of the UK's vulnerable children for over 150 years. A bit about the role Our housing support and care at home service is all about empowering young individuals to live independently within their own homes and communities. We currently provide full-time, 2:1 care and support for two young people, a young man and a young woman. Both our young people have a learning disability and can at times present with behaviours that challenge. They live individually in their own tenancies and our aim is to promote and develop their skills and advocate on their behalf. Our approach is centred on assisting them with daily routines, personal care, and medication, all while nurturing their zest for life and activity. We keep them engaged with exciting adventures, walks, swimming, surfing, park visits, and exploring new experiences. As a Housing Support Worker in our team, you'll play a crucial role in creating and implementing personalised care plans. You'll have the rewarding opportunity to support our young people in their journey towards greater independence, helping them achieve milestones, make informed decisions, and actively engage with their community. At the heart of our philosophy is the belief that behaviour is a form of communication. We strive to understand the messages behind challenging behaviours and guide individuals to express themselves in positive and effective ways. How you'll help to create brighter futures Working in this environment can be so rewarding when you see the difference you're truly making. Our aim is to give every young person we work with the support and guidance to reach their potential and support their aspirations for a positive future, and this is a vital part of our work. Some key responsibilities of a Housing Support Worker are; <ul><li>Helping young people in all aspects of their daily lives.</li><li>Maintaining effective working relationships and communication with colleagues, young people and families.</li><li>Being alert to child protection and safeguarding policies and procedures.</li><li>Helping young people transition in to happy and healthy adults.</li><li>Being solution focused and building on strengths.</li><li>Achieving the highest standards of safeguarding, whether through direct care provision or support activities to the young people who come into contact with our services, or by appropriately reporting concerns.</li></ul>Let's talk about you You don't need a lot of previous experience or qualifications for this role - we're looking for someone with a positive attitude, and the desire and commitment to giving the best care to children and young people. <ul><li>A positive approach, providing a fun environment for the young people in our care.</li><li>Ideally, a HNC and SVQ 3 in a social care discipline (or a qualification which would meet the registration requirements) or a commitment to working towards these.</li><li>Ability to manage difficult situations.</li><li>Willingness to participate in relevant on the job or off site training </li><li>Providing support and care</li><li>A commitment to working on rota pattern, which includes weekends and some bank holidays.</li></ul>Good to know Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. If, for any reason, you need support with your application, please contact Jessica Jarvis at <a href="mailto:recruitmentservice@actionforchildren.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitmentservice@actionforchildren.org.uk</a> quoting reference 12071 Diversity, equality, and inclusion At Action for Children, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We actively encourage applications from Black, Asian &amp; Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates as they are under-represented within Action for Children. We want to take deliberate and purposeful action to ensure equal opportunity to all groups in society and for Action for Children. Male staff are under-represented within our Children Service roles. We would like to encourage more male applicants for our Children Service roles Please click on the below links to find out more about this role and Action for Children; Job Description Action for Children Employee Benefits AfC Commitment Statement Make a Difference - A Career in Residential Services Find us on X, Linkedin, Facebook or YouTube to get to know us better.

Housing Support Practitioner

We're building thriving communities as one of the UK's largest housing groups and a leading developer of affordable housing. We believe everyone is entitled to a good home they can afford, in a place they are proud to live. More than 100,000 people live in our homes. If you want to experience work that's truly rewarding, join us. Because when we achieve together, customers and communities thrive. Work for Orbit. Believe in people. The role This role is a part time position covering up to 25 hours per week - full time salary shown. Closing date 20th October - interviews will be onsite at the scheme across 23rd and 24th October. We are looking for a customer focused individual to join a small team at one of schemes in Deal, Kent. Working onsite, this is a customer facing role and we are looking for someone with excellent communication skills. You will have strong PC skills, good attention to detail and be looking to provide excellent service to our older and vulnerable customer base. This is a busy site, and the ability to work at pace whilst delivering excellent service will be key This role is part of Customer &amp; Communities where you'll help us to lead the way keeping our promise to more than 100,000 customers. What you'll achieve <ul><li>Support the Scheme Manager in providing excellent service and ensuring a safe place for customers to live. Deal with issues round lettings, tenancy management, safeguarding etc.</li><li>Develop and maintain professional relationships with customers and leaseholders, and ensure adhering to code of conduct and professional boundaries.</li><li>Assist in all H+S requirements, following policy and procedure.</li><li>Create a lively and vibrant environment to reduce social isolation.</li><li>Monitor grounds / maintenance staff whilst onsite (internal and external teams)</li><li>Assist in ensuring customer safety checks are completed daily/weekly /monthly and within agreed timescales.</li></ul>What you'll bring Essential skills <ul><li>Knowledge and/or experience of the issues faced by older people or vulnerable groups.</li><li>Competent user of ICT, with the ability to send emails, compose and print letters, complete online forms and be able to use in-house IT packages.</li><li>Uses appropriate language when dealing with internal &amp; external people.</li><li>Able to have a customer perspective and respond effectively to their needs and expectations.</li><li>Able to build and maintain professional relationships with customers and colleagues to ensure the customer has a great experience of the services being delivered.</li></ul>Desirable skills <ul><li>CIH level 2 or 3 in Housing Practice, equivalent qualification, or the desire to undertake a professional qualification</li></ul>Why Orbit? Choosing us means being rewarded in every sense. Here's what you can expect to enjoy with us. A rewarding experience that works for you We strive to create an inclusive experience with benefits and wellbeing programmes designed to help you, and your loved ones, to thrive. For a better work life balance, we offer flexible working opportunities for many roles. A place to progress From training programmes to professional qualifications, we provide opportunities to learn and develop at every stage of your career. Whether you're a student, graduate or experienced professional we'll support you to grow. For leaders, our tailored development journeys are designed to stretch and strengthen your leadership skills. As well as practical training, we give you access to renowned business schools and experiential programmes for greater breadth and depth of learning. A purpose to feel proud of We're proud to make a difference to people together. We're values-driven with a commercial focus on performance - because the more profit we make, the more we can achieve for people. What brings us together is a passionate belief in progress and people. Read more about the values and purpose that drive us on our careers website. How we hire We aim to make our hiring process simple and fair: <ol><li>Online application</li><li>Interview(s)</li><li>Decision and offer</li></ol> We put the safeguarding of our customers, colleagues and contractors at the heart of everything we do and as such, certain roles will be subject to a DBS check.

Independent Living Scheme Assistant - Part Time

The vacancy An opportunity has arisen within the Independent Living Team for the right individual to manage a sheltered scheme in Ludlow. We are seeking someone who is experienced, highly motivated, who has excellent communication skills and is a real people person. The successful applicant will be responsible for delivering intensive housing management for an Independent Living scheme in Ludlow over two, three or four days. Shortlisting date: 22 October 2025 Interview date: 24 October 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

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 We are looking for a Relief Bank Worker (Support Worker) to join our team on a relief/ad-hoc basis to provide support in Blyth. You will be providing basic support, advice and guidance to young people. You will support our service users when needed and complete administrative tasks within the office to support the wider team. <ul> <li>This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and all offers of employment are subject to the receipt of two satisfactory references. </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Shifts across a 24 hour service. 8:00 - 20:30 Weekends 16:30 - 20:30 Evenings and 20:00 - 0830 Waking night shifts. You will be required to lone work. </li> </ul> <ul> <li>The role is a 0 hours contract. </li> </ul>For more information please download our job profile available on our website. More about you To be considered for this role you will have an awareness of safeguarding issues with experience of supporting a vulnerable client group; you will support a busy service and as such you will need to work well in a team and enjoy working collaboratively. In what can often be demanding or difficult situations you will need to remain calm and positive in your approach. You will also be expected to demonstrate at interview an ability to assess and deal with conflicting demands within a fast-pacing environment and a commitment to delivering customer service to a high standard. It is essential to have a UK driving licence and access to a vehicle as a small amount of travelling will be required between areas. 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>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>Training and development </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more </li> </ul>

Relief Bank Worker Supported Housing

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

Part Time Chef - Independent Living Retirement

Housing Support Specialist (Outreach and Move On Worker) Application Deadline: 24 October 2025 Department: Housing Support Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract Location: East Sussex - Hailsham Reporting To: Housing Support Team Manager Compensation: GBP 27,942 / year Description Housing Support Specialist (Outreach and Move On team) Location: Based in Hailsham, with travel around East Sussex Salary: GBP 27, 942 per year, plus GBP 1,000 essential car user allowance, plus GBP 800 Rough Sleepers Allowance, plus Unsociable Hours shift allowance Hours: 37 per week The working pattern includes two early morning shifts, starting at 5.00am (Summer) or 6.00am (Winter) Monday - Friday. Other working days are 9.00am - 5.00pm Monday - Friday. Contract Length: Fixed Term Contract, Maternity cover for 12 months What you'll be doing: Are you passionate about ending the cycle of rough sleeping for people who are experiencing homelessness? Are you interested in a career in housing support, mental health recovery and wellbeing development? Southdown's Outreach and Move On teams support those who are rough sleeping to move away from homelessness by accessing accommodation options. As a Housing Support Specialist you'll work alongside a multiagency team, supporting people who have experienced the trauma of homelessness, to make positive and lasting changes in their lives. You'll provide early morning street outreach to people sleeping rough in Eastbourne, Wealden and Lewes, combined with move on / tenancy support as your clients take steps away from homelessness and into accommodation. You'll provide flexible, trauma-informed support, focusing on ending rough sleeping by identifying the support each person needs. This may include support with substance dependency, mental and physical health needs, domestic abuse, current or historical offending. We welcome applications from candidates with previous experience in roles such as Support Worker, Outreach Worker, Community Specialist, Case Manager, Social Worker, Housing Support Worker, Social Care Prescriber, Community Health Worker, Community Outreach Coordinator or Care Coordinator. However, this is not essential and we will provide a full induction and training programme for all successful candidates. Perks and benefits: You'll be joining one of the largest providers of care, support and housing services in Sussex, which we're proud to say we've been doing for over 50 years! In exchange we can offer some great benefits, including: <ul><li>Health cost cash-back scheme: access to our health insurance scheme which covers dental, optical, physical therapies and other medical treatments with the option to add greater levels of cover. </li><li>Interest-free loans: assistance with larger costs that arise such as tenancy deposits, season travel tickets or buying a car. </li><li>Access to the Easit Network: discounts and incentives on train, bus and car journeys such as 15% off eligible daily and season rail tickets. </li><li>Blue Light card: access to discount services for the social care sector with savings across thousands of online shops, restaurants, and high-street vendors. </li><li>Free advice and counselling service: confidential emotional support and practical guidance from our independent telephone service. </li><li>25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays. </li><li>Rough Sleepers Allowance - GBP 800 per year.</li><li>Essential car user allowance - GBP 1,000 per year.</li><li>Unsociable hours allowance - an extra GBP 4.40 per shift.</li></ul>Skills, knowledge and experience What you need for the role: <ul><li>Available to work unsociable hours (2 early morning shifts per week starting at 5am or 6am)</li><li>A personalised care approach, with empathy and understanding</li><li>An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which will be paid for by Southdown </li><li>A Full Driving Licence is essential along with access to your own car or a car insured for you</li></ul>What would be nice: <ul><li>Knowledge of complex and diverse support needs relating to homelessness, mental health and substance misuse</li><li>Awareness of the causes of rough sleeping and the barriers preventing people who are rough sleeping from engaging in services</li><li>Experience working in a supported housing or homelessness setting</li><li>Experience supporting individuals with complex mental health needs </li></ul>Training: Our award winning in house training team will help you to gain valuable qualifications, continually develop your skills and build a great career with the largest provider of housing, care and support in Sussex. How to apply:Please click on the 'Apply Now' button and fill out our simple one-page application form. Please note, if we receive a large number of applications then this position may close before the advertised application closing date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Housing Support Specialist (Outreach and Move On Worker)

<ul><li>Job Title: Head of Villages and Independent Living</li><li>Location: Remote, with regular travel across Hampshire, West London and Buckinghamshire.</li><li>Contract: Full-time, Permanent</li><li>Salary: £76,377.60 per annum</li><li>Role Profile: <a href="https://bit.ly/48NrjHL" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/48NrjHL</a></li></ul>About the role Our retirement villages are vibrant communities offering high-quality homes alongside facilities such as restaurants, wellbeing centres and social spaces, while our Independent Living schemes provide safe, supportive housing with a strong sense of community for people who want to live independently in later life. Together, they enable residents to enjoy choice, dignity, and connection. As a senior leader within our Housing Services team, you will have a pivotal role in shaping services, driving improvement, and ensuring our residents receive the highest levels of care and support. Key responsibilities: <ul><li>Set and maintain high standards of quality, safety, and compliance with regulatory requirements.</li><li>Lead change programmes, embed new ways of working, and promote a culture of continuous improvement.</li><li>Build effective relationships with residents, communities, and stakeholders - ensuring their voices influence service design and delivery.</li><li>Oversee budgets and resources, ensuring ancillary services (Food &amp; Beverage, wellbeing, housekeeping) are sustainable and efficient.</li><li>Work collaboratively with colleagues across Housing, Property, and Development to deliver joined-up, cost-effective solutions.</li></ul>About you: <ul><li>An experienced leader with a track record of motivating and managing dispersed teams.</li><li>Knowledge and experience of the retirement housing sector, particularly leasehold management within a regulated environment.</li><li>Strong financial and commercial skills, with the ability to balance budgets and deliver value for money.</li><li>Excellent communication and influencing skills, able to engage with a wide range of stakeholders.</li><li>A solid understanding of housing regulation, compliance, safeguarding, and health &amp; safety.</li><li>Resilient and solutions-focused, able to handle complex issues with integrity and sensitivity.</li></ul>Qualifications: <ul><li>Degree-level education or equivalent experience.</li><li>Professional housing qualification (e.g. IRPM, CIH) is desirable.</li></ul>Please note: this advert may be closed early if sufficient interest is received Anchor - a great place to work Anchor is England's largest not-for-profit providers of care and housing for older people. Our heartfelt ambition is to transform housing and care so everyone can have a home where they love living in later life. We're not-for-profit which means every penny we make or save is invested in the people who live with us, the places they live and the people who work here. That means a better standard of care and customer service, better wages, more investment in training and development and improved facilities. Our values Every one of us can make a difference to our residents and play a part in shaping homes and services around their needs. Our Anchor values of being Accountable, Respectful, Courageous and Honest apply to us all, whether you manage colleagues as part of your role or not. Displaying our values can influence those around us to do the same. We can all be leaders at Anchor and should all be driven by the same customer ethos. Our Anchor Leadership Framework helps align these values with the skills and behaviours we demonstrate. A rewarding environment From health and happiness to finance and your career, we'll give you all the support you need. Health &amp; happiness <ul><li>Gym, fitness and wellbeing discounts</li><li>Mental health support</li><li>Flexible working options</li><li>Access to online GP appointments</li></ul>Finance <ul><li>Pension plan - contribute between 4% and 8% and we'll match it or better</li><li>Quick and easy pension transfer service</li><li>Savings and financial advice, loans, free life assurance</li><li>Discounts on shopping, holidays, phones, technology and more</li></ul>Career <ul><li>Ongoing personal and professional development programme</li><li>Leadership Pathways online learning resources</li><li>Career progression and promotion opportunities</li></ul>To see our full range of benefits, check out our dedicated being well website Please follow the link or copy and paste <a href="https://anchorbeingwell.co.uk/" target="_blank">https://anchorbeingwell.co.uk/</a> into your browser Celebrating diversity, celebrating you Anchor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aim to celebrate diversity and inclusion in all that we do, as we know that the more diverse our colleagues are, the better care and support we can give to our residents and each other. We are proud to have an LGBT+ group for our residents, and also Disability, LGBT+ and race and ethnicity colleague networks. These work to celebrate diversity, address concerns, review policy and practice and empower their members. We also have an Inclusive Ambassador network to allow all colleagues to be part of promoting diversity and to be an ally to others. We are a Gold Standard Inclusive Employer, a Stonewall Diversity Champion, Menopause Friendly and a signatory to the Care Leaver Covenant, HouseProud Pledge and Age Friendly Employer Pledge schemes.

Head of Villages and Independent Living

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society. Clinical Lead - Community Independent Living Services - Dundee Health and Social Care Partnership Band 8a (NHS Tayside) / Dundee City Council Grade 13 (Local Authority) - Permanent (part-time hours would be considered) Salary: NHS Band 8a (£62,681 - £67,665 ) / Dundee City Council Grade 13 (£57,685- £62,991) Open to Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists Dundee Health &amp; Social Care Partnership Are you passionate about enabling people to live independently in their own homes and communities? Do you have the vision and leadership skills to drive innovation and excellence in community rehabilitation and reablement? We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist to take on the pivotal role of Clinical Lead for our Community Independent Living Services. This is a permanent post, open to candidates from both NHS and local authority backgrounds (Band 8a / DCC Grade 13). About the Role As Clinical Lead, you will: - Provide clinical leadership and professional support to a multidisciplinary team delivering community-based rehabilitation, equipment provision and adaptations to support independent living. - Work collaboratively across health and social care, supporting integrated working between NHS and local authority colleagues. - Lead on service development, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice. - Support staff development, supervision, and clinical governance. - Along with the other clinical leads you will be a key member of the Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy leadership team. Who Should Apply? We welcome applications from: - Registered Occupational Therapists or Physiotherapists with significant post-registration experience. - Candidates currently employed by either NHS or local authority partners. - Individuals with a strong track record in community rehabilitation, service development, and leadership. Why Join Us? Why Join Us? - Be part of a forward-thinking, supportive team. - Influence the future of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy in Dundee. - Access excellent professional development opportunities. How to Apply How to Apply: For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Andrew Suttie, Head of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy, DH&amp;SCP, at <a href="mailto:Andrew.suttie@nhs.scot" target="_blank">Andrew.suttie@nhs.scot</a> or Tel: 07745529524. Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES <ul><li>You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.</li><li>DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes.</li><li>Posts close at midnight on the indicated date.</li><li>For help to complete an application on Job Train please follow this link: <a href="https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/" target="_blank">https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/</a></li><li>To view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: <a href="https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/" target="_blank">https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/</a></li><li>If you wish to participate in the Job Interview Guarantee Scheme and have been invited to interview, please contact the Hiring Manager as detailed in the advert to discuss any special requirements that you will need to enable you to attend the interview.</li><li>Please note that our correspondence method is by e-mail, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately.</li><li>Please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders) and your Jobtrain account for updates</li><li>Please contact Jobtrain Candidate Support Hub <a href="https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home" target="_blank">https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home</a> for advice and support with any system issues</li><li>We recommend using the Internet Browser "Google Chrome" or "Microsoft Edge" when using Jobtrain</li><li>Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments</li></ul>If you are a current member of staff, please ensure you update your Jobtrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Tayside

Clinical Lead - Community Independent Living Services

The role As an Independent Living Coach, you will provide advice and support to people who have experienced homelessness across our young persons, male and female 24/7 schemes. You'll work as part of a team to manage the day-to-day running of the scheme, supporting customers with tenancy management, signposting for additional support with housing, health and welfare. You will be allocated a main scheme base, with the expectation that you could be requested to cover shifts across all the schemes. Job requirements <ul> <li>Cover all reception tasks, including the phone, post and enquiries. Respond to neighbourhood concerns appropriately by recording details of any queries or concerns.</li> <li>Support new customers when they move in to make sure they understand their rights and responsibilities. Make sure they feel comfortable and informed about their agreement, the local area and other services.</li> <li>Support customers to manage their rent and service charge payments, including their benefits claims where necessary, arranging appointments with organisations such as DWP. Provide advice to customers on health, housing and other issues as necessary, signposting them to other agencies and accompanying them to appointments where appropriate.</li> <li>Maintain the safety and security of customers and the building by supervising the entrance and exit and undertaking regular health and safety checks of the rooms and communal areas.</li> <li>Deal with the immediate needs of customers as appropriate. Provide crisis intervention, defuse difficult or dangerous situations in a sensitive and effective way.</li> <li>Support with financial and administrative duties when needed.</li></ul>What we're looking for <ul> <li>Educated to GCSE level or with a good level of Maths and English.</li> <li>Some experience dealing directly with the public and/or clients or customers in a busy service environment.</li> <li>Some experience dealing with complex and difficult behaviours in relation to people facing multiple disadvantages.</li> <li>Knowledge of confidentiality and the importance of discretion in relation to maintaining professional boundaries.</li> <li>Knowledge of how to support vulnerable people make changes in their lives.</li> <li>Genuine understanding and compassion for people without a home, who won't judge but will instead will empower and give them a voice.</li> <li>Great communication skills.</li> <li>Able to work on a rota, including mornings, evenings and weekends and bank holidays including Christmas and New Year.</li> <li>Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks and demands.</li> <li>Full UK driving licence and use of your own vehicle for work.</li> <li>DBS check required.</li></ul>Help us give those without a plan, voice or home to build concrete futures by tackling the issues that keep people from finding their own home. Apply now! Please note, we will be interviewing as we go along so the vacancy may close early if we find the right person. #Stoke #StokeonTrent #IndependentLivingCoach #Homelessness #FullTime #GreatBenefits #JobsThatGiveBack #ComplexNeeds #HousingCrisis Who we are We're part of Honeycomb Group, a team of social-minded brands championing happy homes in our region by providing services and support that help people across Staffordshire and its surrounding areas feel secure, connected and confident. Homelessness isn't a choice. It can happen to anyone. Concrete is a local charity, support network and campaigner leading the fight to erase homelessness within Staffordshire and its surrounding areas. Through a community-led approach, Concrete helps those without a plan, without a voice and without a home build concrete futures by tackling the underlying issues that keep people from finding and securing a home of their own. Join us on our fight to make homelessness history across Staffordshire and everywhere. Why choose us No matter what brand you're working with across the Honeycomb Group, you can trust us to look after you. Creating a happy home doesn't just apply to our customers, it applies to our staff too. That's why we offer: A range of discounts at many high-street retailers and well-known brands. Discounted gym membership at our head office and access to our cycle to work scheme - save money on bikes and equipment. We offer flexible working, to help you manage your work-life balance. Annual leave purchase scheme with two chances to join and boost your annual leave- you will also be entitled to time off for public holidays or paid days to take flexibly. We also give all staff 'My Day'. Whether it's celebrating a birthday, spending time with family or just taking a day off to relax. You can use your My Day for anything that really matters to you. A commitment to your learning and development with a great onboarding experience, external events, conferences, coaching, training courses and support with professional qualifications. Keep fit and save money with our cycle to work scheme. Purchase bikes and equipment through your salary and save on tax and national insurance contributions. Our Employee Assistance Programme gives you free access to 24-hour phone counselling support, health advice and legal advice, 365 days a year and face-to-face counselling options. Occupational Health services. Access to a range of services, including free eye tests and flu vaccinations. We never shut the door At Honeycomb Group we know that a Group full of people from diverse backgrounds and communities makes us better at what we do. This means building a more inclusive and diverse workplace and promoting equality for all regardless of what you look like, where you come from and who you love. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability or belief.

Independent Living Coach - Young People Homelessness

Job description Full Time, Permanent Location: Based at 100 Temple Street &amp; home working by agreement Are you passionate about housing and homelessness issues? We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our friendly team who is interested in homelessness issues, has good IT, liaison and co-ordination skills, and ideally, experience in working with referral or placement accommodation registers. The focus of this role is to help improve the interface and communication between commissioned temporary accommodation, support services for homeless households and the referral routes/operational aspects of our Housing Support Register. Based within Housing Options, you will work closely with members of the Commissioning and Contracts team &amp; the team that administers the Housing Support Register and other key stakeholders. You will also assist in working collectively to create more fluid, efficient and outcome focused processes to ensure that data inputting is accurate. If you are interested in helping create a better experience for homeless clients and are engaged and solution-focused, we would like to hear from you. The work is varied and in a typical week you might visit a commissioned provider to discuss possible improvements to how sensitive client information is recorded and shared, run a training session for new users of the Housing Support Register, clarify with operational colleagues on commissioning intentions in terms of referrals to a particular service and look at technical solutions to improving how rough sleeper information can be analysed. You should be very confident working with spreadsheets and placement data, have good written and verbal communication and to compliment your training skills. Why Bristol City Council? At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. For the majority of our roles hybrid working arrangements are available, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice - mixing both home and office working. Join us and you'll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you'll be working in a supportive environment where you'll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future. How do I apply? If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey please select the apply button below. To be shortlisted for interview you'll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application. We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career. Want to know more? Please email Katie McLoughlin or Hywel Caddy: <a href="mailto:katie.mcloughlin@bristol.gov.uk" target="_blank">katie.mcloughlin@bristol.gov.uk</a> <a href="mailto:hywel.caddy@bristol.gov.uk" target="_blank">hywel.caddy@bristol.gov.uk</a> Bristol City Council strives to have a workforce that reflects the communities it serves, we are therefore committed to ensuring diversity in our hiring process. We welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. Appointments will be made on merit. The personal information section (including your name) you'll complete as part of the application form will not be visible to hiring managers, but is used confidentially to make sure that everyone is treated fairly.

Housing Support Register Co-ordinator (Distinct Pathways)

About The Role Are you passionate about maintaining high standards and ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for our customers? LiveWest is looking for a dedicated Estate Officer to join our Estate Services team, working at our Plymouth scheme that offers accommodation to young people aged 16-25. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, has a keen eye for detail, and thrives in a collaborative environment where creating a homely, secure space for young residents is a top priority. Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Property Maintenance: Carry out minor maintenance and repairs to ensure properties remain in excellent condition. You'll play a vital role in helping young people feel safe and supported in their living environment. Report major repairs and liaise with contractors to ensure timely and effective solutions.</li> <li>Cleaning and Decorating: Maintain communal areas-including gardens-and prepare vacated properties for new customers by cleaning and redecorating. Your work will help create a warm, welcoming atmosphere that supports young people in building independence.</li> <li>Security Management: Ensure communal areas are secure by locking and unlocking facilities at agreed times. You'll also be responsible for maintaining the security of void properties, helping to safeguard the wellbeing of our young residents.</li> <li>Customer Service: You'll provide excellent customer service and support, helping young people settle into their new environment with confidence.</li> <li>Stock and Administration: Manage cleaning materials inventory, keep records of expenditure, and ensure all administrative tasks are completed accurately and efficiently.</li> </ul>Why Apply? At LiveWest, we believe in putting the customer at the heart of everything we do. As an Estate Officer, you'll be part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. You'll be working in a scheme that supports young people aged 16-25, helping to create a safe, homely environment where they can thrive. We offer a supportive work culture where your contributions are recognised and valued. Join us and be part of a team that is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of our customers and the wider community. This role is being offered on a full time, permanent basis working 37 hours per week from Monday - Friday. This is a field based role covering the Plymouth area. For further information about this role, please view our candidate information pack. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups. Appointment to this role is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. About The Candidate To be successful in your application for the role of Estate Officer - Supported Housing, you will have the essential skills and experience for a level 1 role (please see candidate information pack) and the following role specific skills and experience: <ul> <li>Experience of gardening, cleaning, minor maintenance repairs and/or decorating; experience in all is not essential but must be willing to undertake them in the role.</li> <li>Show an awareness of personal health and safety and of those around you.</li> <li>Experience of assisting customers and providing excellent customer service.</li> <li>Experience or confidence to liaise with contractors and sometimes act as the main point of contact between them and the customer.</li> <li>Ability to work using own initiative and remain calm under pressure.</li> <li>Have a full, valid UK driving licence with access to a suitable vehicle.</li> </ul>Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the role without requiring sponsorship. About The Company Our Reward and Benefits: <ul> <li>Generous Annual Leave: Start with 26 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with length of service - and the option to purchase up to 5 extra days (pro rated for part time roles).</li> <li>Pension Contributions: Enjoy up to 9% employer contributions with our Defined Contribution scheme.</li> <li>Health Benefits and Perks: Access to a health care cash plan (worth up to £1,100 annually), virtual GP services, discounted gym memberships, and retail discounts including access to a Blue Light Card.</li> <li>Learning and Development: Invest in your future with ongoing personal and professional growth opportunities.</li> <li>Family Support: Policies designed to help you balance work and family life, including a new child payment.</li> <li>Wellbeing Matters: Prioritise your health with mental health support, enhanced sick pay, wellness campaigns, and free flu jabs.</li> <li>Smarter Travel: Save with our Cycle to Work and Car Benefit schemes.</li> <li>Giving Back: Up to four paid volunteering days a year to support our communities.</li> </ul>About Us: At LiveWest, we are united by a shared mission: to create a home for everyone. Each of us takes pride in playing our part in achieving this goal. Our values guide everything we do - from how we work together to how we deliver exceptional services to our customers. Collaboration is at the heart of LiveWest, and we believe that we achieve more when we deliver together. As one of the largest employers in the South West, our team of 1,800 talented colleagues provides a wide range of services to our 80,000 customers. We are passionate about nurturing local talent and creating opportunities for people within the communities we serve. We are committed to supporting our colleagues, giving them the autonomy and encouragement they need to thrive and reach their full potential. Together, we are building brighter futures for everyone. Inclusion at LiveWest: At LiveWest, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We believe that our differences drive innovation, creativity, and excellence, and we strive to create an environment where all colleagues can thrive. As a proud member of Inclusive Employers, a Disability Confident Employer, and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, we are dedicated to supporting all our colleagues and ensuring that our workplace is welcoming and accessible to all. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our team. LiveWest is dedicated to equal opportunity and actively works to eliminate discrimination and promote diversity at all levels. Join us in our mission to create vibrant and inclusive communities. Make a difference with LiveWest, where every voice is heard, and every contribution is valued. You can read more about Inclusion at LiveWest by visiting our website.

Supported Housing Estate Officer

We are The Housing Network (THN), a private Limited Company with a purpose. We exist to provide 'More than a Roof', because when life is at its toughest, we believe everyone deserves a safe and stable place to rebuild their lives. Homelessness is a vast and complex issue that does not have a single solution. In understanding that reality, we've learned the importance of perspective; appreciating that if we continue to innovate, collaborate, and give our best, we are playing our part in making a vital difference. We are a team that is absolutely committed to innovate, excel and be dependable in all that we do. Working hard together to achieve our mission of providing Better Accommodation, Better Support, Better Partnerships, and as a result Better Business. Role Overview - What is it? This role will play a key part in our transformational journey, holding direct responsibility and accountability for operational performance and quality within the Housing &amp; Support (H&amp;S) department with a regional and national reach- including financial viability, safeguarding and stakeholder relationships. With ambitious growth targets embedded in our strategy this role will be integral to executing The Housing Network's (THN) Homelessness Strategy, at pace alongside strong sector knowledge. Working with Senior colleagues to leverage and build strong stakeholder relationships - to maintain provider of choice status. A key element of our strategic growth plan is the introduction of a Supported Exempt Rent based service. This role will lead the mobilisation, scaling up and continuous improvement of these new services which employ a trauma informed approach and a psychologically informed environment - in support of our defined homelessness prevention pathway. This is a fast moving, growing department looking for equally enthusiastic people to join us, who are self-motivated to improve outcomes for people experiencing homelessness and multiple disadvantage. Main Duties - What needs to be done? <ul><li>Lead responsibility for all aspects of the operational effectiveness and continuous improvement of our Housing &amp; Support (H&amp;S) department.</li><li>Lead responsibility for revenue and expenditure to ensure that the services operate within the financial envelope, ensuring payment of Housing and Council Tax Benefit across all units. </li><li>Lead responsibility for the mobilisation, scaling up and continuous improvement of our new Supported Exempt Rent service. </li><li>Lead responsibility for networking and developing local relationships with employers and the charitable sector to secure recreational/economic activities for residents</li><li>Lead responsibility for the development and management of a compliant Safeguarding Framework and process.</li><li>Manage and coach remote teams within a defined region to enhance cohesive working and embed a behavioural framework underpinned by THN's values. A frequent presence is required in the initial service mobilisation period, involving travel to locations such as Bristol and Liverpool.</li><li>Working alongside the Director of Housing and Support and Chief Operating Officer (COO) to maintain highly trusting and effective (Provider of Choice) commissioner relationships.</li><li>Support the Director of Housing and Support and the COO to further develop and improve the new Homelessness Prevention Pathway model.</li><li>Support the management and delivery of Housing &amp; Support (H&amp;S) departmental budgets and strategic objectives.</li><li>Lead on the accurate and effective management of relevant service budgets and performance to ensure optimum performance against organisational objectives.</li><li>Working collaboratively and innovatively with the Director of Housing and Support and COO to ensure successful delivery of the Strategy and meeting key targets</li><li>Working with the Director of Housing and Support COO and Director of People to embed a Sector Specific Language and trauma informed approach which aligns with MEAM.</li><li>Lead responsibility for the development and management of an adequate and appropriate Resident Feedback and Complaint Framework and process.</li><li>Lead responsibility for the further development and mobilisation of our Lived Experience Voice activities and focus.</li><li>Lead responsibility for the management, oversight, improvement and data compliance of Support Planning and Risk Management.</li><li>Lead responsibility for operational management, delivery and reporting against contractual obligations.</li><li>Contribute to the development of A Social Impact Measurement framework and data collation process.</li><li>Supporting the Director of Housing and Support alongside the COO and marketing function to ensure a maximised approach to communicating and highlighting our social impact. </li><li>Identify opportunities for the Executive Team to further engage with the sector to maximise growth.</li><li>Lead on the development and management of a high-performance Housing &amp; Support department team which consistently exceeds expectations.</li><li>Working alongside the Director of Housing and Support to act as subject matter experts for the sector, using that knowledge to identify opportunities and risks for the organisation.</li></ul>Scope and Accountability - Which bits are involved? <ul><li>Financial - Departmental Budget (Framework / Total Value in Development).</li><li>People - Direct Reports @ 4-5 / Overall Division @ circa 300</li><li>Legislation and compliance - Awareness of Regulator of Social Housing (RSL) Standards / Health &amp; Safety / Building Safety Act / Fire Safety Act / Housing Ombudsman/ Homelessness Act 1996 (as amended) Homeless Reduction Act 2017/Care Act/ Safeguarding</li><li>Risk - Departmental Risk Register (and mitigation) / Safeguarding / Complaints.</li><li>Governance - Internal Policies (e.g. Financial Regulations and Safeguarding) / GDPR and Data Protection.</li><li>Assets - Departmental Elements of Accommodation Portfolio.</li></ul>Relationships - Who will I be working / engaging with? <ul><li>Internal Stakeholders - Managing Directors / Senior Leadership Team / Direct Reports (and team members) / Internal Project Groups (e.g. Lived Experience Groups) / Staff Teams from across the Organisation (as required).</li><li>External Stakeholders - County and District local Authority Commissioners / Delivery Partners (e.g. YMCA Federation) / Advisors (e.g. Lawyers) / Auditors / / Emergency and Statutory Services / Various Clients and Customers</li></ul>Competencies - Who with and your skill level? <ul><li>Proven experience of working as a manager in a supported housing sector, preferably with people experiencing homelessness and multiple disadvantage</li><li>In depth knowledge and awareness of related housing regulations/ law and good practice</li><li>A broad knowledge of Housing and Council Tax Benefit</li><li>Working knowledge of Adults and Children's Safeguarding practices and reporting procedures, and contributing to Statutory Professionals meetings</li><li>Understand risk and performance management frameworks.</li><li>Experience of delivering face to face customer service with the ability to have honest conversations with customers and manage difficult conversations.</li><li>Ability to travel</li><li>Experience of developing partnership working with support agencies, local authorities and community groups.</li><li>Good knowledge of performance monitoring, people management and producing related reports to evidence housing, health and wellbeing outcomes</li><li>Experience of using ICT systems - housing management, CRM systems and Microsoft office software.</li><li>Commitment to delivering excellent customer services.</li><li>Understanding or experience of delivering Strengths based and Trauma Informed services.</li><li>Proven skill and ability to appropriately manage large complex functions in high pressure environments.</li><li>High levels of personal drive and ambition to deliver (and exceed) against strategic objectives.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and ability to work under pressure to foster and develop a collaborative and shared ownership culture.</li><li>Solution focused approach to delivering results, managing and mitigating risks and managing / resolving challenges.</li><li>Professional values and approach that support integrity, transparency, empathy and inclusion alongside the MEAM principles <a href="https://meam.org.uk/" target="_blank">https://meam.org.uk/</a></li></ul>General and Additional <ul><li>The responsibilities contained within this job description are indicative, but not exhaustive. As the role develops, the requirements of the post may change, and as such the post is subject to review in discussion with the post holder.</li><li>The post holder may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as the organisation may reasonably require which are commensurate with the grade of the post.</li><li>The post holder shall comply with the organisation's policies and procedures, ensuring appropriate actions and reporting protocols are followed at all times.</li><li>The post holder shall attend regular staff or other related meetings, contributing positively where appropriate and relevant.</li><li>Extensive travel across the UK will be required from time to time to support the delivery of role requirements.</li><li>An Enhanced Disclosure is required for this position.</li></ul>We believe our values should reflect in our behaviour towards our colleagues, partners and residents while we work to achieve our Strategy 2024&gt;29. These values are to be; Innovative, Dynamic, Dependable, Respectful, and Kind. The Housing Network is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst the workforce. We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and we are determined to ensure no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable. As an employer we welcome applications from candidates with lived experience, demonstrating our commitment to capturing the value of "expertise by experience" and providing More than a Voice for our residents. All job offers are subject to a DBS check (level to be advised through the hiring process) and references.

Head of Supported Housing

Dinardo Care and Supports Ltd offers supported housing for adults with diverse mental health needs across South London, including Catford, Lewisham, Peckham, Norwood, and Croydon. We currently have a vacancy for a Night Concierge to predominantly work across our Lewisham sites. The Night Concierge team provide a first point of contact service throughout the night from 5.30pm to 8.30am and are responsible for safeguarding and supporting our residents at the units. You will form part of an established, committed team who make a vital contribution to the effectiveness of our operation, which places the wellbeing of our residents at the heart of everything we do. Hours of work: 45 hours per week, Monday to Sunday - 3 nights per week. 5.30pm - 8.30am with two hour break (unpaid) Pay rate: £12.60 per hour About the Night Concierge role • Responsibility for controlling safe access to the building - dealing with emergencies and monitoring anti-social behaviour. • Provide waking night cover. • To maintain the safety and security of residents and the building by supervising the entry and exit points, undertaking regular Health and Safety checks, monitoring the CCTV system (where installed) and addressing challenging behaviour effectively. • Offering immediate support to residents as identified - responding and escalating any concerns promptly in line with company policies and procedures. • Maintain an accurate, written account/log of events and record contact with internal and external stakeholders during working hours. • Promote a culture of respect and acceptance of diversity in all its forms. • Seek advice and raise safeguarding alerts if evidence of harm to residents is suspected. • Conduct checks on communal areas, respecting professional boundaries and ensure adherence to policies and procedures. Ensure that communal areas are kept clean and tidy. • Provide additional administration support to the team as directed by the Unit Manager as required. • The role may involve covering more than one unit dependent on size and location. • Any other duties as may be requested by the Team Leader. • Adherence to company policies and procedures About you: • GCSE level or equivalent qualifications • Excellent interpersonal skills with an empathic and understanding nature. • Experience of dealing directly with the public i.e. customers, clients in a busy service environment. • Good standard of written and verbal communication in order to record and report in a detailed and concise manner. • Be self- motivated and manage time effectively. • Maintain a professional appearance. • Confidentiality and professionalism • Empathic and kind, coupled with the ability to be firm and set boundaries as required. • Willingness to undergo training for self-development. • Solutions orientated - able to consider situations and act promptly to resolve • Knowledge of safeguarding principles and procedures would be an advantage. • The role is subject to Enhanced DBS - Disclosure and Barring Service (Criminal Record check). • Car driver would be desirable (mileage expenses will be reimbursed) Benefits: • 20 days plus Bank Holidays • Birthday day off • DBS Certificate paid* • Contributory Pension Scheme • Annual Salary Review • Comprehensive Induction • Employee Assistance Programme *Terms and conditions apply If a Night Concierge role with us this sounds like your next career move please apply online today - we look forward to hearing from you.

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