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Shine Cancer Support is a small but impactful national charity. We want every adult in their 20s, 30s and 40s diagnosed with cancer to know they’re not alone, and to have the support, knowledge, and confidence to navigate whatever cancer throws their way.
Shine is a small team of committed people who like to ensure that work isn’t a grind. We aim to have fun while making a difference to the lives of young adults with cancer and we’d love to have you on our team!
In addition to your salary, you’ll receive regular pension contributions (currently 3%, as mandated by the UK Government) and access to a bike-to-work scheme. We offer 28 holidays per year (including bank holidays) plus your birthday off each year.
To apply for this position, you must include a covering letter with your CV.
Main purpose of the role
This is a key role supporting the delivery of the online and in-person programmes that we run at Shine Cancer Support. Our programmes are a vital means of support for the Shine community, enabling younger adults to cope with cancer, no matter the type or stage of cancer.
As a Programme Officer, you will play an important role in working with the Programme Delivery Manager to ensure that the content of the programmes meets the needs of our service users, and that they are delivered in a way which empowers younger adults and builds Shine’s community across the UK.
Key Responsibilities
1. Programme delivery:
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In collaboration with other team members, facilitating a range of Shine programmes, both online and in-person. This will include Shine’s current programmes: Break Out and Shine Circles, as well as in-person programmes such as Shine Shake Ups. Training and supervision will be provided for both. Travel may be required to cities across the UK to facilitate programme delivery.
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Facilitating regular online ‘meet ups’ for Shine service users from across the country.
2. Programme administration:
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Managing programme applications from application to enrolment on the programme.
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Conducting pre-programme discussions with applicants, ensuring they know what to expect from the programmes, answering questions they may have, and keeping relevant, confidential notes.
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Sharing upcoming programmes with other charity contacts and/or healthcare professionals.
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Working with other members of the Shine team to oversee programme-related administration
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Assist in maintaining databases of confidential participant data.
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Responding to enquiries from programme participants throughout the course of the programmes and beyond.
Evaluation and Reporting:
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Supporting the Programme Delivery Manager to conduct programme evaluations to assess effectiveness and impact.
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Analysis of monitoring data.
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Drawing on qualitative and quantitative feedback to create resources and case studies to further promote the programmes.
Person Specification
Essential:
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Experience of leading groups, facilitating group conversations or delivering education.
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Willingness/ability to support the needs of a diverse range of individuals.
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Strong organisation and project management skills, and the ability to deliver and respond to challenges.
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Excellent written and spoken communication skills
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Ability to use data and evidence to monitor key performance indicators, helping to make informed decisions on the programmes.
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Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with empathy to members of the Shine community.
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Excellent IT skills, including solid knowledge of Word and Excel.
Desirable:
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Experience of working in, or with lived experience of, healthcare environments.
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Experience in a caring or pastoral role
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Experience of supporting the administration of programmes or events.
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Knowledge of online databases and software including Canva, Dot Digital, Asana and Salesforce.
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Experience of managing projects remotely, including using tools such as Trello and/or Asana.
Other Requirements:
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Willingness to travel as required.
This job description summarises the main duties and responsibilities of the post. You may be required to undertake other appropriate duties, which are within your capabilities or for which training has been given. You won’t be expected to carry out all of these roles immediately; we will support you to develop new skills as you progress.
Key approaches
● Respectful of the confidentiality of beneficiaries and the ability to work within charity law and governance structures.
● Ability to relate to our beneficiaries and volunteers, and to respond empathetically to difficult personal situations.
● Be prepared to have progress assessed regularly and be appraised annually should the role be extended.
● Willingness to work as part of a small team spread across the UK; this requires good communication as the ability to be flexible in the approach to work.
Successful candidates will be asked to undergo an enhanced DBS check in keeping with Shine’s Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Policy.
What Shine offers
By sharing your skills, time and expertise with Shine, you’ll be contributing to the growth of a growing charity while also gaining insights into the challenges and opportunities that this presents. We expect everyone who works with us to like people and to be happy to contribute to the overall success of Shine, even if that means occasionally taking on tasks that aren’t in your job description. We are happy to fund relevant training, within our budget guidelines, and to provide opportunities for professional development and growth.
In addition to your salary, you’ll receive regular pension contributions (currently 3%, as mandated by the UK Government) and access to a bike-to-work scheme. We offer 28 holidays per year (including bank holidays) plus your birthday off each year.
Shine's Vision
We want every adult in their 20s, 30s and 40s diagnosed with cancer to know they’re not alone, and to have the support, knowledge, and confidence to navigate whatever cancer throws their way.
Shine's Mission
There’s never a good time for a cancer diagnosis, but in your 20s, 30s or 40s there are particular challenges to navigate, like work, dating, finances and more. At Shine Cancer Support, we’ve been there and we get it. We’re here to help you deal with everything that your diagnosis brings, before, during and after treatment, and to welcome you into our community.
Our values
1. Inclusive - Our services are open to anyone in their 20s, 30s and 40s with a cancer diagnosis, no matter what type or stage, when your diagnosis was, or whatever your background is.
2. Approachable - We want everyone in our Shine community to feel welcomed and able to get involved, and we design all our services to be friendly, fun and down-to-earth.
3. Authentic - We’re patient-led and passionate, and we want everyone involved to have a genuine and honest voice, with patients’ voices at the heart of our work.
4. Innovative - As a small charity, we’re adaptable and agile, and we seek to be responsive to needs as they change. We listen to what our Shine community is saying and strive to find practical solutions.
5. Empowering - Our services aren’t about us “doing” to or for you. We want to empower you to ask the right questions, get the right information, take control, and make the best decisions for yourself.
Candidates must include a covering letter outlining their suitability for this role, as well as an up-to-date CV.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the role:
The Gray's Inn Road supported accommodation project is a 16-bed short stay accommodation service which holds a critical position in the endeavour to address rough sleeping in the London Borough of Camden. The service, funded by the Department of Levelling Up Housing and Communities and the Greater London Authority, in partnership with One Housing Group and Camden council aligns with the strategic vision to make rough sleeping rare, brief, and non-recurrent in Camden. Although there is not a defined maximum stay, the service is designed to be a ‘short stay’ project and will aim to move people on into suitable housing options after 3-6 months.
As a resettlement worker you will provide flexible housing related support to vulnerable clients across the service. Clients within the service will often be experiencing multiple disadvantages, including substance misuse, mental and physical health issues and contact with the criminal justice system.
The resettlement worker will need to be resilient, innovative, flexible and creative, working alongside support workers to support clients in becoming move on ready. You will also need to be able to facilitate appropriate move-ons from the service by identifying tailored move on support for each client dependent on their support needs, which will require knowledge of housing pathways.
The resettlement worker will be expected to develop strong relationships with housing providers, including private rented sector landlords.
About you:
- A demonstrable understanding of the Recovery Model, and the ability to engage and motivate people to move towards independence and inclusion.
- A good understanding of the housing pathway to ensure effective and suitable move on options are offered to clients. This includes an understanding of the private rented sector market and ability to broker safe and affordable Move-on options.
- A proven ability to create and deliver SMART Resettlement action plans with clients through high quality risk and needs assessments.
- A working knowledge of Housing Management as applied to a residential setting, and / or client’s move on accommodation.
- A level of numeracy sufficient to carry out tasks such as budgeting with clients, calculating benefit entitlements and monitoring rent payments.
- A proven ability to work in partnership with external stakeholders, particularly community mental health services and/or substance use services.
About us:
Single Homeless Project is a London-wide charity. Our vision is of a society where everyone has a place to call home and the chance to live a fulfilling life.
We help single Londoners by preventing homelessness, providing support and accommodation, promoting wellbeing, enhancing opportunity, and being a voice for change. From supporting people in crisis to helping people take the final steps towards independence and employment, we make a difference to 10,000 lives every year across all 32 boroughs.
We offer you more than a job; we offer you a chance to be part of a compassionate, driven team that's committed to making a real difference in people's lives. You'll have the opportunity to lead, co-create, and inspire change while enjoying a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.
Join us in creating a brighter, more hopeful future for individuals in need.
Important info:
Closing date: Sunday 25th August at midnight
Interview date: Wednesday 4th September via Microsoft Teams
This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed for the successful applicant.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Bipolar UK is seeking to recruit a Senior Peer Support Officer to work part-time as part of a new project inclusive of reaching under-represented members of our community.
We are looking for an experienced applicant who is familiar with peer and lived experience models of support to engage members of our community in London to access support and widen our reach.
The role will include:
- working with our existing services
- project managing the development of new grant-funded services (including targeted provision of new peer support groups) for racialised and minoritised communities in London
- managing existing volunteers and supporting the recruitment of new volunteers
- regularly using Salesforce for both contact management and reporting
- developing links with other mental health services or appropriate agencies
Though Bipolar UK does not offer Crisis Support, the successful applicant may have to direct members of our community experiencing a crisis to relevant services and will also be responsible for recognising and reporting Safeguarding incidents within the bounds of Bipolar UK’s Safeguarding Policies.
This role will require work across London both online (via Teams and Zoom) and in-person.
The position requires good personal interaction skills and the ability to empathise with service users and volunteers while remaining calm and considered in sometimes difficult situations. This is a varied and hands on role and we are looking for someone with good communication abilities (verbal and written) along with good organisational skills. Bipolar UK will offer the successful applicant regular support and engagement with the team, as well as clinical supervision throughout their service with the charity.
Bipolar UK is committed to equality and diversity, and we welcome applications from anyone who would like to join a growing organisation with big ambitions and an inclusive approach without fear of discrimination on the grounds of ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, neurodivergence, gender, age, or lived experience of mental health problems.
We look forward to hearing from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join Music Support: Be a Catalyst for positive Change in the Music Industry
Location: Home-based (optional office attendance in London) with periodic travel throughout the UK
Department: Fundraising/Corporate Partnerships
Hours: Part-time (3 days per week)
Salary: Competitive (FTE)
About Us:
For over 8 years, Music Support has been a beacon of hope, delivering vital support to thousands of individuals within the music industry. Our mission is to provide confidential, person-centred support and specialist assistance to music industry professionals and their families facing challenges related to substance use and mental health and through education, advocacy, and a peer-led approach, we promote self-awareness, challenge stigma, and foster positive mental wellbeing.
We deeply understand the unique challenges and pressures faced by music professionals, and we're dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and empathetic environment for all.
The Head Fundraising and Corporate Partnerships will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to secure Music Support funding and manage new and existing relationships with corporate partners to support the organisation's vision, mission and support services for peers working in the music industry.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job title: Head of Fundraising and Corporate Partnerships
Job location: Home based with periodic travel throughout the UK
Department: Fundraising
Responsible to: Chief Executive
Hours of work: This position operates on a part-time basis, with a schedule of 3 days per week. Specific working days and hours will be determined upon successful recruitment and may include occasional weekday5 evenings and weekends (subject to seasonal projects/events)
Holiday entitlement: 15 days per annum plus Bank Holidays
Employee Wellbeing: Music Support prides itself on promoting a happy and healthy working environment. You will be auto enrolled into our EAP and Employee Wellbeing scheme and receive an additional 2 days of leave by way of wellbeing entitlement alongside other benefits
Other benefits: Optional 2% contributory pension plan
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive (FTE)
Other Training and supervision provided.
Start date: Immediate start and dependent on notice periods
Music Support - Vision
We empower our community to navigate the highs and lows of the music industry and achieve their full potential.
Music Support - Mission
Music Support, an independent charity with eight years of experience, provides dedicated support to music professionals and their families facing challenges related to substance misuse and mental health issues. We offer confidential, person-centred assistance, fostering self-awareness and addressing harmful behaviours. Through education and advocacy, we challenge stigma, promote open dialogue, and provide tools for sustaining positive mental well-being, leveraging a peer-led approach grounded in real-world experience.
Music Support – Values
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Compassion: Prioritising empathy and understanding in all interactions.
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Courage: Boldly confronting stigma and shame surrounding mental health and substance misuse challenges.
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Community: Uniting individuals from diverse backgrounds to support each other and promote collective well-being within the music industry.
Head of Fundraising and Corporate Partnerships
Overview:
The Head Fundraising and Corporate Partnerships is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to secure Music Support funding and manage new and existing relationships with corporate partners to support the organisation's vision, mission and support services for peers working in the music industry.
Role and Responsibilities:
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Develop and execute comprehensive fundraising and corporate partnerships strategy, in collaboration with the CEO to meet annual revenue targets.
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Identify, cultivate, and solicit individual and corporate donors working alongside the CEO. Including securing sponsorships, grants, and in-kind donations.
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Establish and maintain strong relationships with corporate partners, sponsors, and stakeholders, ensuring their continued engagement and support.
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Collaborate with the marketing and events team to create compelling fundraising materials and campaigns.
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Research and analyse potential funding sources, grant opportunities, and corporate partnership prospects.
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Coordinate fundraising events, campaigns, and initiatives to generate revenue and increase donor participation.
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Oversee donor and sponsor recognition programs, ensuring timely acknowledgment and stewardship of contributions.
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Develop a new charity ambassador strategy to create powerful new stakeholders who support our vision and increase reach
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Monitor and evaluate fundraising activities, tracking progress towards goals, and making adjustments, as necessary.
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Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and regulatory requirements related to fundraising and corporate partnerships.
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Prepare regular reports on fundraising activities, financial performance, and donor/sponsor engagement for management and board review.
Qualifications:
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Evidence of a senior position, or relevant degree in business, nonprofit management, or related field.
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Experience of working in, or high levels of knowledge of the infrastructure of the music industry
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Minimum of 3 years of experience in fundraising, corporate partnerships, Trust and Foundations or related roles.
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Proven track record of successfully securing funding and managing relationships with donors and corporate partners and Trusts and Foundations.
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Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
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Strong project management, organisational abilities and attention to detail.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team environment.
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Proficiency in fundraising software, CRM systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
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Knowledge of ethical fundraising practices, regulations, and compliance standards.
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Passion for the organisation's mission and dedication to making a positive impact in the community.
Additional Information:
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This is 3 day per week position based at home with remote working and the need for regular attendance at meetings in London and other major UK cities
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Occasional travel may be required for donor meetings, events, and conferences.
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Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The members of our Support Services team are highly skilled, passionate and committed, so we are looking for a leader who can both support and inspire them. The successful candidate will be skilled in leading a team as well as able to work as part of the team, hands-on if needed. They also will be personable, reflective, and tenacious, always striving to provide what best helps Carers, and the people they care for, to lead fulfilling lives.
As well as being a Line-manager, you will be part of the ‘Senior Leadership Team’ led by the CEO. To enable your professional wellbeing and development, you will have regular supervision, be supported by a Senior Manager as well as your peers, and have access to external training and mentoring chosen by you.
The post-holder will have experience of overseeing, developing and evaluating services for Carers, or perhaps mental health, wellbeing, or similarly targeted information, advice or support services or projects. You must demonstrate experience working in partnership with health, social care and other voluntary sector organisations and have a good understanding of, and be flexible to, the needs of Carers as well as the organisation.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Jigsaw4u are recruiting a Support Practitioner to join our specialised and experienced team.
The Jigsaw4u Missing Young People Service is a statutory partnership with the London Borough of Sutton. Once the missing persons unit has made a referral, the support worker will make efforts to engage the young person so that they can conduct a Return Home Interview to gain insight as to why the young person may have run away or ‘gone missing’. These interviews can lead to individual support, working on the priorities identified during our assessments in order to reduce risk.
We also offer advice and consultation to parents, carers and professionals on the issues these young people are experiencing and work closely with Children’s Social Care, Schools, parents and other professionals to reduce and ultimately cease missing episodes from taking place
Helping children, young people and families in South West London put the pieces back together following social and emotional difficulties.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Ratby, Leicestershire
You have substantial experience of working in Housing and Social Care and an in‐depth understanding of mental health issues. You’d also like to be part of an organisation that counts on the professionalism, insight, expertise and passion of its staff to inspire individual recovery for the people they work with. Welcome to Richmond Fellowship’s crisis house service as a Service Manager.
Box Tree Farm is a mental health crisis house providing a range of support through structured and non-structured interventions for people with mental ill-health, working within a recovery-based model. We have been operating in the area for a number of years and offer a staffed service to our residents aged 18 and upwards. This role does require you to work varied hours as the service is 24/7 and may include some waking night shifts, whereby the event of emergency cover may be required within your service.
We know that recovery can look and feel very different to each and every one of us. But we also know that if we provide the right support, at the right time, we can inspire recovery nationwide and that recovery is possible for everyone. That’s where you come in.
Responsible for managing the day‐to‐day running of the service, you’ll ensure the quality of support we provide to people who use our services is second to none. Managing service contracts, line managing staff, carrying out inductions, undertaking audits and investigations, putting team development plans in place and supporting business development colleagues – all are aspects of this challenging and rewarding role.
Substantial experience of managing a caseload of individuals with complex needs is a given, as is the ability to lead by example using a firm but inclusive management style. Some housing management experience would be useful too. Open and encouraging, you have lots of tact and diplomacy and are great at managing conflicting priorities. You also have a flexible approach to working hours and are happy to participate in on call arrangements.
In return for your skills and enthusiasm, this role comes with some great benefits and excellent training and development opportunities.
This is a permanent, full-time role for 37.5 hours a week.
We are committed to increasing our diversity and welcome applications from those with Lived Experience.
Closing date: 23 August 2o24. However, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a sufficient number of applications be received prior.
To apply, please send a CV and covering letter explaining why you feel you are right for the role.
On 1st June 2024, Richmond Fellowship, part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence merged with Humankind to form a single organisation that provides the joined-up mental health, housing and drug and alcohol support we’ve all known has been needed for decades. In October 2024, Humankind will be renamed to reflect the new organisation.
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About us
Providence Row believes that no one should have to sleep rough and that everyone should have access to the support they need to find a safe place to call home.
We work with those affected by homelessness and those vulnerably housed in Tower Hamlets, offering an integrated service of housing advice & support, access to substance use, physical & mental health services, as well as, training & progression programmes. We ensure that people often excluded from mainstream services gain the support and opportunities they need to create a safe, healthy and sustainable life.
About the role
- Holding a caseload of people who are sleeping rough or at risk of homelessness through eviction, where their substance and/or alcohol use has impacted on their housing and ability to sustain accommodation
- To actively promote and work in a way which encourages harm reduction
- To work collaboratively with partner agencies to ensure positive outcomes are achieved, safeguarding is shared and to increase the persons access to support services.
- Increase the total number of people accessing structured treatment & recovery through a bespoke pathway for rough sleepers as well as sustain treatment for these individuals, reduce harm, and support bespoke planned treatment exits or transitions into community-based services (continuity of care).
- Reducing barriers of accessing Primary Healthcare services, such as GP registration, attending hospital appointments and specialist health services by advocating for and supporting clients.
- Attending and coordinating client related MDT’s and attendance at meetings relating to the rough sleeping community
- You will promote and deliver Naloxone training & distribution to those on your caseload
- You have excellent communication skills and can create positive working relationships with a wide range of people, including external services.
- You will support the development of the service and ensure that you are delivering a solution-focussed and strength-based approach.
Benefits
- 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension – 5% employer, 3% employee
- Cycle to work scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Employee assistance programme
- Monthly reflective practice
- Wide range of learning & development opportunities
To apply: Please upload your CV with a covering letter, detailing how you meet the job specification. CV’s without a covering letter will not be considered.
Research shows some people, especially women and marginalised groups, may hesitate to apply unless they match all the criteria. However, we want to assure everyone that we encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of whether they fulfil every point in the job description. Your unique perspective matters to us – please apply with confidence.
Interviews
Please note that we may interview on a rolling basis and therefore encourage early applications.
Providence Row is a charitable company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales; company number 07452798 registered charity number 1140192.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Internally your job title will be Recovery Worker.
You’re caring, flexible and creative, thrive under pressure, know how to connect with people at all levels and really enjoy helping others to live as independently as possible. You’d also like to be part of an organisation that counts on the professionalism, insight, expertise and passion of its staff to inspire individual recovery for the people they work with. Welcome to Repton House as a Recovery Worker.
Repton House is a mental health, supported housing service, working to a recovery model. We work with individuals over the age of 18, who have long and enduring mental health needs and/ or autism. This role would suit someone from a support, care, nursing or complex needs background. Our residents are at the centre of what we do, providing person-centred services, making no two days the same.
We know that recovery can look and feel very different to each and every one of us. But we also know that if we provide the right support, at the right time, we can inspire recovery nationwide and that recovery is possible for everyone. That’s where you come in. Responsible for helping and inspiring the people who use our services to maintain their tenancy and independence in the community, we’ll rely on you to work with them to come up with a personal support plan that will see them achieve their goals and aspirations. Whether it’s developing their domestic and finance management skills or accessing work, leisure or educational opportunities, one thing’s for sure ‐ you will have every chance to shine.
No relevant experience is required as full training will be provided, although candidates with an understanding of mental health issues and/or lived experience would be welcomed. More important is your caring and compassionate nature and empathy and enthusiasm for helping others. Whatever your background, you’ll need to be happy to work both independently and within a team and willing to be part of a weekly rota system and available for on call duties.
In return for your skills and enthusiasm, this role comes with some really great benefits and excellent training and development opportunities.
There are two permanent part -time roles available at 22.5 hours per week.
We are committed to increasing our diversity and welcome applications from those with Lived Experience.
This is a rolling recruitment process. Candidates will be interviewed as and when they are shortlisted. Please note we do not offer sponsorships.
To apply, please send a CV and covering letter explaining why you feel you are right for the role. Applications without covering letter will not be considered.
On 1st June 2024, Richmond Fellowship, part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence merged with Humankind to form a single organisation that provides the joined-up mental health, housing and drug and alcohol support we’ve all known has been needed for decades. In October 2024, Humankind will be renamed to reflect the new organisation.
For over 35 years, School-Home Support has been working with children, families and schools to break the cycle of poor school attendance, low educational attainment, anti social behaviour, crime, low paid or no job, generation after generation. School-Home Support gets children and young people back into school, ready to learn. Whatever it takes.
Purpose of role
To work with families, parents, carers and the school to enable children and young people to have full access to educational opportunities and overcome the barriers to learning. This may include working with the wider family and community.
Work Context
Based at Haberdashers' Abraham Darby the SHS Practitioner will work from a child centred approach and primarily be concerned with developing and maintaining good working relationships with parents/carers, children and young people, teachers, head teachers and various educational support staff and other agencies. The workload is varied and is negotiated with the schools prior to the appointment of the SHS Practitioner.
Level of contact with children and young people
The responsibilities of the post require the post-holder to have substantial, unsupervised and daily contact with children, young people and their families and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. SHS will organise and pay for this certificate.
Internal contacts
Colleagues of School-Home Support (UK) to share tasks, information and good practice, colleagues throughout the organisation who may be in a position to assist with, or require help from the SHS Practitioner in the fulfilment of the role. This includes colleagues in both schools and Central Office. This is not a definitive list.
External contacts
This includes: head teachers, teachers, SENCOs, parents, carers and families, students, youth workers, other SHSPs/PSAs and learning mentors, health workers, voluntary sector organisations, researchers, other professionals in related fields of work. This is not a definitive list.
Other Organisations
Professional contacts include: social services, schools, voluntary organisations, youth and community workers and groups, religious and cultural groups, benefits agencies, general practitioners etc. This is not a definitive list.
Safeguarding
School-Home Support takes very seriously the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. We are committed to ensuring our safeguarding procedures reflect statutory responsibilities, government guidance and comply with best practice. Our policy recognises that the welfare and interests of children are paramount in all circumstances and we therefore take all necessary steps to protect them.
Main responsibilities and tasks
Work with families
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Work with parents/carers in a school context, supporting them and building their engagement with their child’s learning.
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To design and/or facilitate a flexible range of programmes of intervention to support parents/carers of children identified as vulnerable.
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To undertake outreach work which may include home visits, to offer a flexible support service in accordance with the SHS lone worker policy, in order to improve parental engagement with the school and with the child’s learning.
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To act as advocate, mediator and negotiator in confrontational situations, maintaining communication with young people, parents/carers, schools and other agencies. This will include initiating and participating in meetings to discuss and develop ways of resolving problems.
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To provide targeted support on a one to one basis or for small groups with parents/carers, children and young people through either self-referral or school staff referral.
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To advise and inform parents/carers about relevant local services and where appropriate to make referrals to other agencies.
Liaison with other agencies
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To ensure effective communication between the school, parents/carers and external agencies and to understand the school’s culture and ethos.
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To provide informal opportunities for all parents/carers to access specialist support in the school and local community to increase their capacity to independently support the child’s learning.
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To act in accordance with SHS and the school’s child protection procedures and ensure the job holder keeps up to date with relevant training in this area.
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To attend and contribute to child protection conferences, reviews, core group meetings, pastoral support plan meetings and school reviews as appropriate, which may support the Early Help Assessment (EHA).
Monitoring and evaluation
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To keep accurate electronic daily records and all documentation pertaining to meetings/contact with children and young people and their families.
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To maintain receipts and documentation of any expenditure in order to facilitate the monitoring of the budget.
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Produce a written annual report before the end of each summer term with case studies.
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To take ownership and fully participate in termly work plan reviews and the annual appraisal to determine priorities both for the school and for SHS.
Additional requirements depending on the needs of the school
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Where appropriate to provide transition support between secondary school and feeder primary schools and between infant school and junior school. This will also include mid-term admissions.
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To plan, prepare and run high quality, outcome focused informal and formal parenting groups, workshops and courses, in line with the project objectives and local authority Parenting Strategy.
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To support parents/carers of children and young people identified as at risk of exclusion or having been excluded.
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To monitor and track the attendance and punctuality of children and young people and work with families and School attendance staff to gain improvements though identifying and tackling underlying issues.
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To provide targeted work with children and young people who have persistent absence.
Other Organisational Responsibilities
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To attend out of hours meetings, for example parent evenings and school events.
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To regularly attend local area meetings and conferences and other meetings or working groups for exchange of information and “best practice”.
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To take ownership and develop a learning plan and review this with the SHS line manager to ensure reflection and development of own practice.
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To ensure that good practice and equal opportunity principles are complied with and promoted in accordance with SHS values and Diversity/Equal Opportunities Policy.
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To conform to health and safety legal requirements as laid down by the school and SHS.
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To ensure that a high level of confidentiality is maintained in all aspects of working with children, young people and their families.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Our vision is for a world where everyone experiencing a mental health issue receives support and respect. Join our passionate, dedicated team and make a difference today.
About the role
Working in the People and Culture team this role has an internal focus on creating a culture of learning and development, which promotes a flexible diverse range of development interventions that are inclusive and to a high standard which meets our workforce and organisation's current and future needs.
With a responsibility for engaging individuals and teams, providing learning and development expertise and advice that strives for a consistent and outstanding experience for our employees and volunteers, in all aspects of their learning and development.
The role reports to the Head of Learning and Development.
About you
As our Learning and Development Advisor/Specialist, you will work in collaboration with colleagues across Solent Mind to ensure learning and development needs are met. You will be excited to join our new People & Culture team focused on delivering a people agenda that is about developing high-performing teams and supporting the organisation on a journey of change.
You will have experience in effective learning and development, with an understanding of organisation capability needs, and how to create a learning culture that drives engagement in ongoing development.
Keen to play a significant role in helping us achieve our 2024 – 2027 strategy, Reaching Far, Reaching High, Growing Together! you will be an ambitious HR/Talent professional with a passion for mental health and wellbeing.
About us
We're Solent Mind! We’re part of a network of over 100 Local Minds who tailor trusted mental health services to our communities. We set our own strategies and partnerships and rely on the support of our brilliant local fundraisers.
We collaborate with Mind to make sure their pioneering campaigns, information and research make a difference in Hampshire. Together, we make better mental health possible both locally and nationally.
Benefits
Our Gold award for Workplace Wellbeing Index 2022/2023 and being a Mindful Employer reflects our commitment to our lively, friendly teams. We empower our people to have a voice, discover new opportunities and develop their careers. In addition to knowing you’re making a difference, you’ll also enjoy excellent benefits, including:
- Flexible working to promote a healthy work/life balance
- 25 days’ annual leave rising incrementally to 30 days per year (pro rata for part-time)
- Pension plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Season ticket and cycle-to-work scheme
If you’re ready to join the fight for mental health, visit our website to find out more and apply.
Closing date: Monday 19 August 2024
Interview date: w/c 2 September 2024
We are not able to accept CV’s for any of our vacancies or applications from recruitment agencies.
Posts may be subject to a relevant DBS check.
Solent Mind welcomes applications from all the communities in which we work. Appointments are made on merit.
Registered Charity No: 1081116. Registered with Limited Liability in England and Wales No: 4004500.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We have an exciting opportunity for Educational Psychologist to cover 12-month maternity leave.
Hours 37.5 hours, Term Time Only (43 weeks worked) job share will be considered.
Salary £57,398 rising to £62,125 with biennial increments (salary already pro-rated to working weeks)
Location Hybrid worker - home, school or office based as necessary. Together Trust Central office is based in Cheadle, Cheshire. You must be able to commute between the Trust services.
Reports to Head of Clinical Services
A fabulous opportunity to provide psychological assessment for pupils attending Together Trust education settings and external schools, this post offers the unique opportunity to join a newly established Psychology Service by working systematically in multi-disciplinary teams, promoting the emotional well-being, learning and skill development of children and young people.
Working collaboratively with teams in school environments you will provide highly specialist psychological consultation and direct assessment, followed by formulation and intervention where appropriate.
Key duties and responsibilities will include:
- Undertake highly specialist psychological assessments and needs analysis with internal and external services supported by the Trust.
- Use applied psychology in working closely with staff from a variety of disciplines, parents/ carers and students to develop supports and interventions that mitigate the barriers to learning experienced by students with Special Educational Needs and Disability.
- Work with the Trust Wide Clinical Psychologist, to contribute to the evaluation, monitoring and development of the service, contributing to research, auditing, and service evaluation.
- Support the development of the Trust’s Assistant Psychologists, and the development and facilitation of training placements for Education Psychologists in training.
- Provide, where necessary, highly specialist psychological reports, for key stakeholders and other practitioners within the wider professional network.
About you:
- Registered with the HCPC you will hold a doctorate in Educational Psychology.
- Be able to demonstrate significant post qualification experience supporting children and young people in education settings.
- Have significant experience of undertaking cognitive and psychological assessments, developing formulations and providing recommendations and support plans.
- Be able to deliver training to raise understanding and ability to support children and young people and raise quality of life.
- Be able to demonstrate significant experience in supporting/providing clinical supervision and ability for reflective practice.
- Have knowledge of current educational systems and of those associated with children and young people with special educational needs.
- Evidence significant experience of working with children or young people with complex needs including learning disabilities and/or autism spectrum conditions and/or with mental health needs.
Why work for us?
- You will be joining a great team of like-minded people.
- 27 days annual leave rising to 30 after 5 years and 33 after 10 years plus bank holidays.
- Occupational sick pay and family friendly policies including enhanced maternity.
- Long service awards including cash gifts and extra holiday.
- Mental Health First Aiders offering support from trained colleagues, and free mental health support through our employee assistance provider Telus Health
Together Trust has committed to paying all staff a significantly higher wage than the government minimum. By officially registering as a Living Wage employer, we are showing our commitment to our employees, now and in the future.
Shortlisting will take place throughout the duration of the advert. We may remove this advert should we find the successful candidate prior to the closing date therefore early applications are encouraged.
This vacancy expires on 26/08/24.
We currently do not provide sponsorship, but we welcome applications from those who have the right to work in the UK.
We are a UK charity supporting children in care and people with disabilities, autism and complex needs in the North West.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a dynamic service, providing bespoke interventions to a small group of six to eight Looked After Children aged 16-21 years, to enable them to live in safety and stability, and have a place to call home.
The Specialist Support Worker will be responsible for delivering direct support to a small group of young people with complex needs. The young people will live in the community and the HFFY service will provide 24/7 support to ensure their safety, promote their stability, and build resilience to enable them to manage their tenancy.
Essential Criteria
- Experience of supporting Looked After Children or homeless and/or vulnerable adults to identify personal goals and meet person-centered targets while working through the process of change
- Experience of working within a fast moving and challenging working environment in the areas of mental health, care for young people, alcohol and drug use, independent living support
- Experience of using a high level or communication skills, both verbally and in writing, using Microsoft Office applications
- Full current driving licence or, if a disability prevents driving, an alternative means of transport to enable the duties of the post to be carried out in full.
- NISCC registered (or willing to become registered if appointed) and willing to be subject to Access NI checks. (Successful applicants must commence NISCC registration process prior to employment)
Desirable Criteria
- 6 months experience of supporting young people (under 25) who have experienced any of the following:
+Care System
+Justice System
+Prison
+Institutional Care
+Supported Accommodation
Why work for the Simon Community?
We offer an extensive benefit package, including:
- Pension Plan
- Employer funded Healthcare - Benenden Health and Health Shield (includes savings on gym memberships and retail outlets)
- Death in Service Benefit
- Generous Annual Leave Entitlement
- Learning and Development Opportunities
- Compassionate Culture
- Occupational Sick Pay
- Free Access NI check
- Health & Wellbeing Initiatives
- Management Development Programmes
- Long Service Awards
- Blue Light Card Scheme.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Do you want to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation supporting those in need?
Do you have experience of working or volunteering in welfare, support or health and social care and are looking for a new challenge?
Are you keen to make a difference to people who want to be heard?
Then come and join us here at VoiceAbility.
Due to the award of a new contract, we are looking for new Advocates to join our team in Fife and the surrounding area. We are seeking applicants who have transferable skills, a willingness to learn and a desire to help those in need of support or already have a Level 2 Award in Independent Advocacy.
About us
VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by Scottish Government, local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.
We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most. For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website.
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for Advocates to join our team covering Fife and the surrounding area. You will be involved in one-to-one advocacy along with group work across the area; this could be in a clients’ home, hospital, care homes or other suitable community venues and be home based for administrative tasks. Therefore, access to your own transportation and a suitable home internet connection is essential.
This is a full time role for 35 hours per week, applicants who do not hold the Level 2 Award in Independent Advocacy will start on £22,500 per annum.
About you
We actively encourage applications from those who are long term unemployed.
Desirably you will have some experience of working, providing welfare, supporting, or caring for Adults or young people who have support needs, attending tribunals or review meetings ideally for those with a variety of communication needs, mental ill health, physical health issues, or barriers to accessing education, training, benefits, employment, care and support.
You should have worked or volunteered in health, social care, welfare, support services, education or young person’s services, or advice and guidance.
How will you make a difference?
You will be responsible for ensuring the individual’s wishes, feelings, beliefs, needs, and values are met to create positive outcomes for the people you support.
You will support people to speak up for themselves and grow in confidence, equip them to understand and exercise their rights and options.
You will work resourcefully and collaboratively with the individuals you support. You’ll be creative in your approach to empower our clients by ensuring you meaningfully explain people’s options and rights to them. You’ll support individuals to fully participate in decisions affecting them and will make sure they have their voices heard. This can be through 1-2-1 advocacy or in a group setting.
Professional Development?
You will have plenty of opportunities to enhance your professional abilities and you will make a real difference every day. Advocates are expected to be willing to gain or to already hold, the Level 2 Award in Independent Advocacy with disciplines suitable for the role they work in.
Benefits:
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- 5% employer pension & 3% employee contribution
- Salary sacrifice pension scheme
- Separate Life Assurance Cover
- Staff discount scheme including retail discounts, entertainment, holidays etc
- Discounted Gym Membership; Employee Assistance programme
- Supportive working environment fostering a good work/life balance
- Support with continuous professional development
Equality and Diversity
VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values, and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.
VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact HR for further options.
How to apply
To apply for this role please sign up for a recruitment account by clicking the apply button on this page. Follow the instructions to create your account, upload your CV, and complete our short application form.
Important Dates:
Closing date for applications; noon on Sunday 25th August, however, VoiceAbility reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before this date.
Don’t forget to read the person specification so you can tell us about yourself and how your skills, abilities and experiences match the criteria outlined in the person specification.
Hint: you can use work, personal and/or voluntary experiences and examples to tell us why you should be our next Advocate.
We look forward to hearing from you.
NB:
If you don't already hold the Independent Advocacy qualification, and you are successful in your application, it is a requirement that you complete this within 12 months of commencing the training. VoiceAbility will fund this training.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Our vision is for a world where everyone experiencing a mental health issue receives support and respect. Join our passionate, dedicated team and make a difference today.
About the role
Working in the People and Culture team, the role has an internal focus on engagement with our workforce to support the physical and mental wellbeing of our employees and volunteers, making Solent Mind an even better place to work.
The key focus of this role is to enable a working culture and environment that allows employees and volunteers wellbeing to flourish, contributing to a healthier, more productive, and more inclusive organisation.
About you
You will be excited to join our new People & Culture team focused on delivering a people agenda that is about developing high-performing teams and supporting the organisation on a journey of change.
You will have a good understanding of workplace wellbeing and industry trends. Ideally, you will be an HR professional with previous experience of working in employee wellbeing and engagement roles or projects.
Keen to play a significant role in helping us achieve our 2024 – 2027 strategy, Reaching Far, Reaching High, Growing Together! you will be an ambitious HR/Talent professional with a passion for mental health and wellbeing.
About us
We're Solent Mind! We’re part of a network of over 100 Local Minds who tailor trusted mental health services to our communities. We set our own strategies and partnerships and rely on the support of our brilliant local fundraisers.
We collaborate with Mind to make sure their pioneering campaigns, information and research make a difference in Hampshire. Together, we make better mental health possible both locally and nationally.
Benefits
Our Gold award for Workplace Wellbeing Index 2022/2023 and being a Mindful Employer reflects our commitment to our lively, friendly teams. We empower our people to have a voice, discover new opportunities and develop their careers. In addition to knowing you’re making a difference, you’ll also enjoy excellent benefits, including:
- Flexible working to promote a healthy work/life balance
- 25 days’ annual leave rising incrementally to 30 days per year (pro rata for part-time)
- Pension plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Season ticket and cycle-to-work scheme
If you’re ready to join the fight for mental health, visit our website to find out more and apply.
Closing date: Monday 19 August 2024
Interview date: w/c 2 September 2024
We are not able to accept CV’s for any of our vacancies or applications from recruitment agencies.
Posts may be subject to a relevant DBS check.
Solent Mind welcomes applications from all the communities in which we work. Appointments are made on merit.
Registered Charity No: 1081116. Registered with Limited Liability in England and Wales No: 4004500.