Peer Worker Jobs in Nw9

Please note that applications for this role will close on Friday 7th March 2025 at 5pm.

Location: London, with travel expected across London and to local authorities in and around the South East

A little bit about the role 

To help us achieve our mission, we are recruiting qualified social workers with direct experience of working with children and families, and knowledge and experience of supporting social work students. We are looking for candidates who can contribute to the delivery of teaching across the year, support participants in their local authority hubs and supervise participants during the 2nd year of the programme.

Practice Tutors (PTs) work closely as a peer group to share effective ways of working across participant practice hubs, local authorities and regions. They play a key role within the development and delivery of our social work curriculum, contributing knowledge and expertise to create a culture that promotes outstanding social work education and enables teams to do their best work.

PTs are responsible for teaching and developing participants at the Readiness to Practice stage, regional teaching days and, in participant hubs within local authorities. PTs support four practice hubs, based within statutory children’s social care services. Each practice hub is led by a Consultant Social Worker (CSW). Core to the Practice Tutor role is the ability to provide support, challenge and guidance to participants and CSWs to ensure a high-quality practice learning experience.

Some key responsibilities include:

• Use social work knowledge, theory, practice skill and experience to develop and support participants to become outstanding social workers
• Support CSWs to lead the hubs, role model best social work practice and support effective practice educators
• ​Teaching for year one participants is during the Readiness for Practice stage both in person and online, attend face to face regional recall days and whole cohort online teaching.. There is also online teaching for our year 2 participants on the programme through large lectures, small seminars and one to one support as necessary

A little bit about you 

We are looking for a registered social worker with experience in teaching and learning, and an intellectual curiosity to challenge and develop their own ideas by keeping up to date with current research and evidence. The role will suit someone who is passionate about the development of social work practice, innovation and leadership who has a thought-through vision of what excellent social work looks like.

We have a fast-moving culture within the team and organisation, so we’re looking for someone who is who is well organised, details-focused and can use their initiative to do what works. You will have excellent communication skills, be able to build relationships with people and be willing to learn. There are lots of opportunities for growth and development in this role – and for the right candidate to make the role their own. 

If you feel you have the skills to make a real impact and contribute to creating lasting social change for children and families, we would love to hear from you. 

Important information

We have increased the diversity of Frontline’s workforce in the last 12 months, but we need to do more to have greater racialised minority representation in our senior roles. We know the value racialised minority voices bring and therefore, we are strongly encouraging applicants from these backgrounds to apply. We are also a disability confident employer and welcome applicants with disabilities.

Please let us know how we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you by emailing the People team (please see the job pack for contact details).

We recognise that artificial intelligence (AI) such as ‘ChatGPT’ etc can be useful for applicants e.g. to shorten an initial draft, so we do not attempt to have an absolute ban on AI in applications. However we would caution applicants not to rely too much on AI in drafting answers to application questions. We want to hear your authentic voice arising out of your experience, and we will be looking for answers that use examples and experiences that are specific to you. You are more likely to be able to produce that kind of content yourself than an AI will.

We reserve the right to close this role ahead of the deadline once we reach a suitable number of applications, so please apply as soon as you can!

You will need to have current right-to-work in the UK prior to application and for at least the first six months (for permanent positions) or for the full duration of the contract (for fixed-term positions). Visa sponsorship is not guaranteed.

This is a new and exciting role to support the Hepatitis C Follow Me Project and the Liver Surveillance Project, specifically for Eastern European communities across West London. 

The Hepatitis C Trust develops projects nationally where peers use their lived experience of injecting drug use and hepatitis C, to provide education and training, increase hepatitis C awareness, and access to testing and treatment for people living with hepatitis C. 

Are you looking for a new and exciting challenge? Do you have experience of working within drug services and with volunteers? Have you been affected by hepatitis C or have you supported anyone who has hepatitis C?

We are looking for self-motivated individuals who can work on their own, engage with stakeholders and have a desire to make a difference in promoting hepatitis C awareness & liver health among services and affected Eastern European communities by increasing access to hepatitis C treatment and liver disease care. We are looking for a passionate and skilled Peer Support Lead who is fluent in Russian and Lithuanian and has excellent communication and organisational skills.

Working in partnership with hepatitis C & liver surveillance teams, drug and alcohol services and homeless service providers, the post holder will deliver education on hepatitis C & Liver Health to Eastern European communities deemed at risk of HCV infection & liver disease across all of the West London ODN area and ensure that everyone is offered and supported to treatment. Working under the guidance of the Peer Programme Manager the post holder will ensure that Eastern European people with an identified diagnosis of hepatitis C & liver cirrhosis are offered a referral to specialist hepatitis treatment & liver surveillance services in West London area. 

We are a patient-led organisation – you will be working in an environment where the patient/service user/client is placed at the centre of all that you do. It is desirable but not essential the post holder hold a driving licence. 

We offer employees great benefits – from generous annual leave entitlements to training opportunities. These include: 

25 days paid annual leave, plus bank holidays and closure over the Christmas period 

Extensive internal and external training to support you in your role; including a generous annual training allowance 

Company pension scheme with employer contribution of 5% 

Cycle to work scheme 

Employee Assistance Programme, including financial and wellbeing advice 

Funding at 75% for a London travelcard will also be available for this role.   

Edward Gibbons House is seeking an enthusiastic Senior Substance Misuse Worker to support our amazing residents.

Providence Row Housing Association has been helping homeless people in East London since 1860. We provide social housing along with excellent services that aim to support homeless people with complex needs and enable their recovery. We remain committed to our East London roots and currently serve the communities in Tower Hamlets, Hackney and the City of London.

Our Senior Substance Misuse Worker works alongside members of the support team to create a safe and welcoming environment within a psychologically informed environment. You will contribute to the development of the recovery hub, by providing expertise in alcohol and drug misuse. Taking a lead role in delivering training/ advising staff on substance misuse issues, liaison with substance misuse agencies, facilitating multidisciplinary case conferences and negotiating access to detox and treatment services. Carrying out assessments of drug and alcohol usage with key clients, delivering brief and extended interventions, outlining risks, advice on harm minimisation and refer to specialist agencies.

You will also conduct surveys of residents view and opinions, assist with audits and reporting on the service, help to ensure compliance with regulation and best practice, and work with a Support Team which promotes person centred coproduced approaches.

You need to have experience of working with homeless people with complex needs, have a good understanding of strengths, needs, and risks they experience. Be competent with computer systems, and comfortable completing regular performance reports. The Senior Substance Misuse Worker is a day shift based role with evening and weekend working.

PRHA is seeking to increase diversity within our organisation. We would welcome interest from people with experience of homelessness, from a black or minority ethnic background and/or with a disability. 

For further details please see the full job description.

Approach Social Work (formerly known as the Frontline programme)

Approach Social Work (formerly known as the Frontline programme) is a three-year master’s programme, building a new, diverse generation of social workers. Designed and delivered by social work charity Frontline, we teach social work differently. By blending learning and practice, what you discover in theory is eased into real-life settings, supervised by a social worker. Gaining your postgraduate diploma within 12 months, will be the first step in your life-changing career.

You’ll learn how to connect with children, young people, parents and carers. How to gain all important trust, so a family opens their door to you again. You’ll gain the technical knowledge and build on your relational skills. We’ll give you the time and support to develop your approach, with confidence.

You earn while you learn, and once you gain your qualification you’ll step right into a job. And through our Frontline Fellowship, you’ll join a network of peers intent on transforming social work practice in England.

Be part of something bigger. Join the next generation of social workers.

What’s in it for you?

• Get paid from day one with a bursary in year one and a salary from year two.

• You’ll receive a tax-exempt bursary in year one of £18,000, that’s equivalent to a salary of £21,000. From your second year you’ll be a full-time employee with your local authority, with a salary of up to £34,000

• Qualify as a social worker and complete a fully funded master's degree.

• Get high-quality training and supervision from experienced social workers, academics and coaches in a rich, supportive environment.

• Become part of the Frontline Fellowship and receive ongoing support and training throughout your career.

What to expect as a trainee social worker

Year 1:

• Start with five weeks of intense online study, including five in-person sessions, led by experts in social work theory.

• Begin your 12-month placement in a local council social work team, where you'll work closely with fellow trainees and an experienced social worker. You'll gradually take on more responsibility in supporting children and families.

• Qualify as a social worker by the end of your first year.

Year 2:

• Manage your own caseload, building on your skills and confidence.

• Engage in ongoing study to further develop your professional abilities.

• Receive continued support from Frontline tutors, your employer and fellow trainees.

Year 3:

• Conduct a research project and complete the academic credits needed for your fully-funded social work master's degree.

• Receive leadership coaching to enhance your professional capabilities.

Who we’re looking for

We are looking for your potential to become an outstanding children’s social worker and leader, empowering families to achieve positive change. No specific experience is required to apply. We value diverse perspectives and experiences and a commitment to advocating for the communities’ social workers serve. We're dedicated to fostering diversity in our programme and supporting applicants from underrepresented backgrounds.

You will also meet the following criteria:

• Have at least a 2.2 (predicted or obtained) in an undergraduate honours degree (or international equivalent) 

• Have obtained GCSE English Language at Grade C/4 or above (or approved equivalent qualification)

• Possess the right to work and study in the UK (including access to public funds) for the duration of the programme (until September 2028)

• Be resident in England by the time the programme commences

• Not be a qualified social worker

Be part of something bigger. Join the next generation of social workers.

Please note: There are only limited places remaining for the 2025 cohort. We have already closed many locations and will continue to close locations as places are filled. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible, to avoid missing out.

Applications close Monday 17 March at 11.55pm.

Fixed term contract until 30th June 2025

Westminster

We are looking for two Youth Workers to build trusting and collaborative relationships with vulnerable service users aged 10-12 years transitioning from years 5 and 6 into secondary school to identify and address any potential risk factors that may impact on a young person’s transition. 

You will provide support to build the young person’s skills, confidence and resilience during this critical period to engage positively at their new secondary school. This will include the delivery of targeted programmes, activities and 1:1 interventions that address the specific challenges faced by young people including bullying, social isolation, special needs, academic pressures or mental health issues. The support will be delivered in person within a variety of settings including faith based groups, schools and youth centres. This post will also work closely with the Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) Peer Champion project.

We are hoping to offer a maximum of 10 hours per week for each Youth Worker to support current activities and where needed to set up new activities. You will have the ability to build rapport with young people and engage them in activities leading to empowerment and raising aspirations.

The salary for 10 hours per week is £7,310.53 per annum.

Please ensure that you cover all criteria on the person specification as this will be used for shortlisting purposes.

Closing date:  Wednesday, 26th  Feb 2025 (by midday)

Interview date: 4th, 5th or 6th March 2025

Approach Social Work (formerly known as the Frontline programme)

Approach Social Work (formerly known as the Frontline programme) is a three-year master’s programme, building a new, diverse generation of social workers. Designed and delivered by social work charity Frontline, we teach social work differently. By blending learning and practice, what you discover in theory is eased into real-life settings, supervised by a social worker. Gaining your postgraduate diploma within 12 months, will be the first step in your life-changing career.

You’ll learn how to connect with children, young people, parents and carers. How to gain all important trust, so a family opens their door to you again. You’ll gain the technical knowledge and build on your relational skills. We’ll give you the time and support to develop your approach, with confidence.

You earn while you learn, and once you gain your qualification you’ll step right into a job. And through our Frontline Fellowship, you’ll join a network of peers intent on transforming social work practice in England.

Be part of something bigger. Join the next generation of social workers.

What’s in it for you?

• Get paid from day one with a bursary in year one and a salary from year two.

• You’ll receive a tax-exempt bursary in year one of £18,000, that’s equivalent to a salary of £21,000. From your second year you’ll be a full-time employee with your local authority, with a salary of up to £34,000

• Qualify as a social worker and complete a fully funded master's degree.

• Get high-quality training and supervision from experienced social workers, academics and coaches in a rich, supportive environment.

• Become part of the Frontline Fellowship and receive ongoing support and training throughout your career.

What to expect as a trainee social worker

Year 1:

• Start with five weeks of intense online study, including five in-person sessions, led by experts in social work theory.

• Begin your 12-month placement in a local council social work team, where you'll work closely with fellow trainees and an experienced social worker. You'll gradually take on more responsibility in supporting children and families.

• Qualify as a social worker by the end of your first year.

Year 2:

• Manage your own caseload, building on your skills and confidence.

• Engage in ongoing study to further develop your professional abilities.

• Receive continued support from Frontline tutors, your employer and fellow trainees.

Year 3:

• Conduct a research project and complete the academic credits needed for your fully-funded social work master's degree.

• Receive leadership coaching to enhance your professional capabilities.

Who we’re looking for

We are looking for your potential to become an outstanding children’s social worker and leader, empowering families to achieve positive change. No specific experience is required to apply. We value diverse perspectives and experiences and a commitment to advocating for the communities’ social workers serve. We're dedicated to fostering diversity in our programme and supporting applicants from underrepresented backgrounds.

You will also meet the following criteria:

• Have at least a 2.2 (predicted or obtained) in an undergraduate honours degree (or international equivalent) 

• Have obtained GCSE English Language at Grade C/4 or above (or approved equivalent qualification)

• Possess the right to work and study in the UK (including access to public funds) for the duration of the programme (until September 2028)

• Be resident in England by the time the programme commences

• Not be a qualified social worker

Be part of something bigger. Join the next generation of social workers.

Please note: There are only limited places remaining for the 2025 cohort. We have already closed many locations and will continue to close locations as places are filled. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible, to avoid missing out.

Applications close Monday 17 March at 11.55pm.

Purpose of the Job 

Hammersmith and Fulham, Ealing and Hounslow Mind have secured funding from the National Lottery Community Fund to deliver a new outreach programme, designed to increase awareness and access to mental health support for children, young people (CYP) and families from underserved communities, or who may not be able to travel to use our services. This key new post will focus on engaging parents and carers to increase their understanding of mental health, grow confidence in supporting their children, and to navigate the landscape of available services.

Job Summary

• Launching a parental peer support group offered at our Circle café in Ealing and in the other community-based locations.
• Developing engaging and accessible resources that increase awareness and understanding of CYP and parental mental health issues.
• Upskill HFEH Mind practitioners on engaging with parents from diverse communities who do not currently access our support.
• Work alongside detached community workers to attend community groups and partner agencies.
• Create and manage partnerships with local community groups.
• Training of parental champions, who conduct awareness raising in the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop the parental-based provision offered by HFEH Mind, including parental peer support group and champions’ programmes.
• Use trauma informed approaches (e.g., ARC, Tree of Life) to support CYP and their parents and carers.
• Develop partnerships with local community agencies for the purposes of joint working and outreach.
• Help CYP and parents to overcome logistical challenges to accessing support.
• Participate in a mapping exercise of local communities, languages and knowledge of mental health.
• Signpost anyone accessing the provision to appropriate and local on-going support; and build up your knowledge and networks of such support.
• Deliver interventions at our Circle and community settings.
• Meet the KPIs and complete outcome measurements required by our funder and in order to improve and develop our support.
• Work with the Fundraising department to support ideas for new funding.
• Work alongside our young advisors and parental support group to ensure new ideas for engagement are co-produced.
• Understand and implement safeguarding procedures, and be familiar with safeguarding law, and how it applies to our work.
• Document work done on our database, and ensure that service user feedback can be recorded, and can provide evidence of our effectiveness.

You will have:

• At least 2 years of experience of working with CYP and parents, with an understanding of mental health.

• An understanding of the mental health landscape of services for children and young people, and what the barriers to access may be.

• A person-centred approach to work.
• A creative outlook on work, and ability to develop new ideas.

• Working knowledge of child and adult safeguarding.

Hours for this role:

• 10am - 6pm 
• Occasional evenings or weekends 

Please see full list of requirements for the role in JD.

Benefits of working with us

• Contributory Pension Scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays per year, increasing by 1 day per full year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days) [pro rata].
• Employee Rewards and Benefits Platform/Wellness Hub (Perkbox)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including free counselling sessions
• Paid time off for medical appointments
• Training and personal development opportunities
• Access to shared resources and training opportunities via Mind Federated Network

How to apply

Please provide your CV, and a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the Person Specification (see JD attached) and why you want this role.

We are an equal opportunities employer; and are proud to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons from all backgrounds.

HFEH Mind are committed to creating and fostering a culture that promotes safeguarding and the welfare of all children and adults at risk. Our safer recruitment practices support this by ensuring that there is a consistent and thorough process of obtaining, collating, analysing and evaluating information from and about candidates to ensure that all persons appointed are suitable to work with children and vulnerable adults.

Post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Overview

Change Grow Live are a charity dedicated to the belief that we can make a difference to our Service Users lives.

Our core values are ‘Be open, be compassionate and be bold’ and our teams apply these daily offering support and respect in a safe environment, treating each user as an individual and working with them to find the right treatment and care options. 

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Dual Diagnosis Peripatetic Worker to work in the community as part of a multi-disciplinary team. 

The Dual Diagnosis Peripatetic Worker will support service users dealing with complex co-existing mental health and substance use conditions. A dedicated pathway of care will enable collaborative delivery of support by multi-agency teams in response to their needs in order to create & deliver combined treatment plans which are appropriate & effective in addressing their substance misuse issues.

This role is peripatetic, primarily based at the Barnsley Street 24/7 Community Mental Health Project, a pilot initiative in Tower Hamlets. It operates within a ‘No Wrong Door’ approach, ensuring fully integrated, community-based care, where individuals can access the right support regardless of how they engage with services.

Full Time Hours: 37.5 per week 

Full Time Salary Range: £27,449.52 - £31,529.41 (pro rata for part time hours)

Allowances: Inner London Weighting £4072.06 (paid pro rata)

Contract: This is a fixed term contract that ends on 31st March 2026. 

Responsibilities

About The Role:

• Identify, and engage with, people who have substance misuse problems with complex physical and / or mental health needs, including co-morbidity. Providing advice, support and recovery focused structured clinical and/or psychosocial interventions to support recovery and primary health care needs
• Carry out comprehensive assessments and develop recovery plans that clearly identify how they will enable progression in addressing substance use and re/integrating into the community
• Support the development of service based recovery communities
• Further develop CGL’s links with local recovery groups / mutual aid groups
• Help individuals to develop recovery resources and access peer and mutual support groups to develop their own recovery capital
• Work towards understanding the barriers and gaps for different community groups and compile findings as part of a continuous needs’ assessment for this changing client population

About you: 

• Experience of working with substance misuse/Mental Health issues and a clear understanding of the need for and ability to deliver quality services
• A clear understanding of issues relating to underrepresented groups in drug services 
• Knowledge of the issues facing substance misuser's including appropriate medical interventions, social care, and health issues
• Knowledge and experience of multi-agency working and establishing partnerships with other professions to achieve good outcomes for the service user group, e.g. mental health services, criminal justice agencies, community groups, etc

What we will give to you: 

• 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) rising by 1 day for each years’ service “Capped at 30 days”
• Paid ‘Wellness’ hour each week along with a ‘Wellness’ hub and Employee Assist Programme
• Contributory pension scheme
• A great selection of benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc.
• A friendly and supportive team
• Training, career development & progression opportunities.
• Refer a friend scheme and receive generous vouchers if candidate is successful

Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role. 

If you require sponsorship, please note that this role is not eligible for a Health and Care Worker visa. You may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route but must meet the minimum salary requirements for the role. 

If this sounds like you and you would like to begin your journey with Change Grow Live, then we would love to talk to you. 

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Specialist Behaviour Support Worker to join our Birchall Wood Service in Hertfordshire.

£27,352.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week. Benefits include 25 days Annual Leave, pension schemes, staff discounts, healthcare and career progression.

Want to feel like you're making a difference? You'll feel at home here.

Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.

Specialist Behaviour Support Workers are responsible for supporting people with learning disabilities and behavioural needs to live full lives, develop skills and maintain their wellbeing.

We are looking for a specialist behavioural support worker to support one customer in her own home in Welwyn Garden City. Specialist Support Workers within Look Ahead are required to have either an extra dimension of experience or a higher qualification level as determined relevant for the particular post. Specialist Support Workers provide information, social inclusion and vocational opportunities to support people to recover and stay well; exercise choice and control in their care and lives; and participate on an equal footing in the community. Support is also provided to develop a model of re-enablement towards self-advocacy, self-management and empowerment, incorporating the principles and practice of recovery, co-production and peer support. This role must have an excellent value base to support the customer to build their life and develop their skills and passions as an independent person.

A full driving licence is required for this position.

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.

What you'll bring:

Essential:

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Minimum 2 years of experience working with customers with Autism/Challenging Behaviour/learning disabilities

Driving licence and a willingness to drive as part of support duties

Desirable:

Experience of engaging vulnerable people with complex needs in meaningful activities.

About us:

Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 120 services, providing support to around 6000 customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness, young people and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.

We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:

• We focus on Excellence and innovation.
• We are Caring and Compassionate.
• We are Inclusive and Trusted.
• We work in Partnership and are One-Team.

Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.

Mental Health Lived Experience Practitioner

Are you kind, caring and supportive with good interpersonal and communication skills? Are you passionate about providing a highest quality experience for people with mental health difficulties using GPIMHS.

If you are, then we would love to hear from you!

Position: Lived Experience Practitioner (GPimhs) x2

Location: Epsom and Leatherhead (Integrated Care Partnership PCN)

Hours: Part-time, 21hrs per week

Salary: £16,550

Contract: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Benefits: Pension, Employee Assistance Programme

Closing Date: 09/03/25

Interviews: w/c 10/03/25

The Project

GPIMHS is an emotional and wellbeing service that supports adults aged over 18 in primary care who are experiencing a range of mental health difficulties. Patients are offered extended consultation times, quick and easy access to practical advice and tailored support for their mental health needs from a multidisciplinary team.

Through sharing wisdom from their own experiences, the Lived Experience Practitioner will inspire hope and belief that recovery is possible in others. As an integral and highly valued member of the team, the Lived Experience Practitioner will provide formalised peer support and practical assistance to people using the service in order for them to regain control over their lives and their own unique recovery journey.

In particular, the Lived Experience Practitioner will support the smooth transition of people using the service to other Mental Health services, by helping them to complete recovery and crisis plans for example. Within a relationship of mutuality and information sharing, they will promote choice, self-determination and opportunities for the fulfilment of socially valued roles and connection to local communities.

The Role

You will make lives better by utilising your lived experience of mental illness or of caring for somebody who has mental health problems. In this Peer Support role, you will contribute to the care and recovery of people using GPIMHS (General Practice Integrated Mental Health Service) and MHICS (Mental Health Integrated Community Services), and help to ensure an accessible, non-stigmatising localised service.

About You

Skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications required:

• Lived experience of mental illness or of caring for somebody who has mental health problems.
• Experience accessing primary and / or secondary mental health services.
• Paid or unpaid experience of working in a lived experience role.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office, and willingness to use the Organisation’s IT systems.
• Experience of recovering a meaningful life.
• Experience of being in a supportive and enabling role.
• Understanding and knowledge of recovery, of the issues and concerns of mental health service users, and of the impact of stigma and discrimination.
• Understanding and knowledge of trauma informed care, and ability to use trauma informed care principles to benefit yourself and others.
• Knowledge and commitment to service user rights.
• Excellent written, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain sound working relationships with all members of the multidisciplinary teams.

About the Organisation

The charity is a mental health and emotional wellbeing charity, supporting Surrey residents since 1994 in Banstead, Elmbridge, Epsom & Ewell and Mole Valley.

Offering a variety of face-to-face and online services, available to adults (aged 16+) living in Surrey who would like to restore and/or maintain their mental and emotional wellbeing (no diagnosis needed). The services are free of charge, with no waiting list and no time limit.

This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, and the successful completion of a probationary period.

You may also have experience in areas such as Counselling, Counsellor, Mental Health Counsellor, Psychology, Social Worker, Social Work, Probation, Criminal Justice, Mental Health, Health and Social Care, Mental Health Recovery Worker, Mental Health Worker, Mental Health Support Worker, Connect Worker, Community Connect, Social Welfare, Recovery Support Worker. #INDNFP

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Recovery Pathways & Progress Coordinator

Hours: Full-time – Permanent
Reports To: Operations Manager
Place of Work: London - Streatham, Clapham, Croydon
Salary: £31,990 with contributory pension

Empowering Recovery, Transforming Lives with The Nehemiah Project!

We are seeking a dynamic and empathetic individual to join our team as a Recovery Pathways & Progress Coordinator. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in supporting men in recovery to transition towards independent living. At The Nehemiah Project, we believe that our residents can achieve lasting change with the right guidance and opportunities.

This full-time role, based across our London houses, offers a competitive salary, a generous health and wellbeing plan, and the chance to be part of a culture rooted in compassion, honesty, and empowerment.

About the Role

As Recovery Pathways & Progress Coordinator, you will focus on facilitating residents’ personal growth and enabling them to build solid foundations for independent living. This role emphasises creating opportunities for our residents through external partnerships and supporting them in accessing these. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Building External Partnerships: Identify and collaborate with housing, employment, education, and other external agencies to provide residents with meaningful pathways to reintegrate into society.
• Peer Mentor Programme: Leading the internal training and supervision of our Stage 2 residents through our Peer Mentor Programme, pairing them with newer residents to share their strength and hope in recovery.
• Facilitating Group Activities: Co-facilitate our resident-led A Brighter Future group sessions focused on lifestyle development, well-being, and maintaining a growth mindset.
• Supporting the Transition Process: Guide residents through their move-on journey into independent living, ensuring they have access to the right tools, networks, and resources for long-term success.

Find out more by clicking on our Job Description and Person Specification!

What We Are Looking For

You are:

• Skilled in delivering a person-centred and trauma-informed approach.
• Experienced in working with men recovering from addiction and facilitating groups focused on behavioural change and recovery.
• Confident in establishing and nurturing relationships with external organisations to expand opportunities for our residents.
• Knowledgeable about Customer Relationship Management systems (such as Salesforce) for accurate record-keeping.

Why Nehemiah?

Joining The Nehemiah Project means being part of a passionate and talented team committed to helping men in recovery lead fulfilling lives. We offer:

• A 35-hour working week (Monday to Friday) with an additional paid monthly on-call rotation.
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• A contributory pension scheme with Nehemiah contributing 3% of your annual salary.
• A comprehensive Staff Health Plan with insurance and wellbeing packages.
• Opportunities for skill development, leadership growth, and career progression.

Application Process

Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. All job offers are conditional on completing an Enhanced DBS and references check.

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Violence against Women and Girls (VAWG) Advisor

Join Asha Projects and make a difference in the lives of South Asian women and their children experiencing domestic violence. Established in 1984, Asha Projects is a specialist Black and Minoritised women’s organisation run for and by South Asian women. We provide safe temporary accommodation, advice, advocacy, mental health therapeutic services, and resettlement support. Our mission is to end Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) and empower women to build lives free of oppression, violence, and injustice.

We are seeking a Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Advisor to provide high-quality refuge accommodation and support. The role involves working within an intersectional framework to ensure inclusivity, liaising with agencies, providing advocacy and emotional support, and developing peer-to-peer support among residents. You will also manage housing, ensure health and safety, and handle financial responsibilities, all while maintaining professional boundaries and up-to-date case files.

The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience working with women affected by domestic violence, strong advocacy skills, and a good understanding of social issues impacting South Asian women. Proficiency in English and a South Asian language, along with computer skills, is essential.

Flexibility Clause: To deliver services effectively, a degree of flexibility is required, and the post holder may be required to perform work not specifically referred to above. Such duties will fall within the scope of the job at the appropriate grade.

Terms: All posts at Asha Projects are subject to the availability of funding. This post is offered for a fixed term period and is subject to a probationary period of three months. A satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required for this post.

If you are passionate about making a difference and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our dedicated team at Asha Projects and help us in our mission to end violence against women and girls.

To learn more about the responsibilities and requirements of the role please see the Job Description attachment

This vacancy is restricted to women of South Asian origin due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

Hours: 27.5 hours per week Mon – Fri. Daily working hours can be 9 - 3, 9:30 - 3:30 or 10 - 4. Half hour unpaid break.

Contract: Fixed term until 31st March 2026, strong possibility of continuity. We are looking for someone to start in March 25.  

Responsible to:  Nightingale Service Manager

Location: Hybrid – White House Community Centre, Hampton and from home. Working from office for all hours available if preferred. Other locations as needed.

Salary: £27 – 28.5k FTE DOE plus 5% pension contribution. Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Blue Light card and Age UK discount schemes.

Join a great team providing support to local older people when leaving hospital.

Age UK Richmond upon Thames is a local independent charity supporting older people across the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. We provide a wide range of useful and well utilised local services in Richmond upon Thames designed to improve wellbeing and enhance independence – including information & advice; a wide range of social & wellbeing centres and sessions; support after hospital discharge; digital skills development; Dementia Friendly Richmond; mental health peer support and home services such as handyperson, housekeeping and gardening. Partnership is a core part of our work – we work in close collaboration with other voluntary sector partners and wider organisations to maximise our impact and reach. Our friendly and committed team of 50 staff and 100+ volunteers support over 4,000 local older people each year.

We currently have an excellent administrator opportunity for flexible and proactive individual to join our Nightingale Home from Hospital service, which provides much needed free support to local older people who have been discharged from hospital or become unwell in the community – with a particular emphasis on those living alone and without family support. 

Our small team of team & volunteers are  involved in organising and delivering tasks which facilitate a speedy hospital discharge and make homes safer to avoid admission – including fitting keysafes, moving furniture, shopping, giving advice and coordinating with health & social teams. 

This busy role will include:

- Taking referrals into the service and adding to the CRM / database.

- Updating CRM / database and gathering information for the team to support clients.

- Coordinating Nightingale staff and volunteers to ensure tasks essential for a safe discharge are complete.

- Ensure the individual receives the support/services they need taking a holistic approach – working and communicating with staff, referrers, clients, family members, carers, social workers, hospitals and other Age UK Richmond and voluntary sector services. 

We are looking for an individual with excellent administration and IT skills with experience in a health or social care related field being highly desirable. A proactive, enthusiastic and highly organised approach is also essential.

Please click on apply to be taken to our website for morre information and how to apply. Application deadline 26th February 2025 at 9 a.m.  with interviews in Hampton on the 3rd March 2025.

Location:Remote in Berkshire, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire

Hours of work: Full time, 35 hours a week

Number of positions: 1

We have an exciting opportunity for a Case Managers to join our team in the following region.

• Berkshire, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire

Applicants will need to confirm that they are situated in one of the above regions on application

About the Role

A Help for Heroes Case Manager/Support Worker acts as a critical link between the veterans and the services they require, aiming to improve their overall well-being and quality of life by assisting them in accessing the services and resources they need.

Conducting initial assessments to understand the specific needs and challenges of each veteran. Developing a personalised support plan tailored to the veteran's unique circumstances and goals. Continuously assessing the veteran's progress and adjusting the support plan as needed.

You will liaise on behalf of veterans to ensure they receive the benefits and entitlements they are eligible for. Offering information to veterans about available resources and how to navigate the support system available to them effectively. Empowering veterans to become self-sufficient and independent by helping them build skills and access opportunities. Providing visible support in the community and conducting home visits. Building and establishing links within communities.

The client group for this role are veterans and families, including those who may be elderly, ill, or disabled. Given the potential needs of the client group and those certain requirements of the role fall within regulated activities, such as advising or guiding vulnerable adults, this position is subject to an enhanced DBS check or country equivalent checks.

Anyone connected with Help for Heroes may be at risk and/or vulnerable/temporarily vulnerable, either by statutory definition or through circumstance. Help for Heroes is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare of vulnerable adults, children, and young people and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.