Support Worker Jobs in Birmingham
If so, look no further! We are seeking a full time Family Support Worker to work across our Family Hubs within Birmingham This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a passionate and committed team and be an active member of the wider Family Hub Network.
Our Family Support team take an active role in working with partner organisations, local communities, and residents to achieve best outcomes for the children and families.You will be working with a strengths-based, trauma informed and relational approach to engage and support families, ensuring each family gets the right support at the right time.
Some key activities/objectives include:
- Plan and support delivery of targeted service elements, producing KPI's and outcomes.
- To strengthen families in a trauma informed way; promote resilience and self-care to prevent children and young people requiring more specialist and intensive support through high quality and impactful direct work.
- To support families to access universal services as appropriate.
- To offer a range of other evidence-based interventions to support their work with families.
- Work with the wider teams within the Family Hub Offer to meet the needs of the service across the borough.
- Working in collaboration with agencies to strengthen the exit strategy to ensure sustainable change.
- To capture the voice and experience of children and young people and utilise this to inform and develop service delivery.
- The occasional evening and weekend work to meet the needs of the service.
Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.
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We have an exciting opportunity for a Children & Young People Support Worker (known internally as a Programme Facilitator-Children & Young People) to support our established and growing digital Children & Young People service WeMatter.
This is a home-based role, working 37.5 hours per week, on a fixed term contract until the end of December 2025.
Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it?
Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care?
If yes, we'd love to hear from you...
What we offer:
At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including:
- Flexible working options including hybrid working
- 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays
- An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave
- Pension with 5% employer contribution
- Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments
- High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts
- Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance
- Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support
- Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes
- Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans
- Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression
About the role:
This roles is home-based (within England or Wales).
As a Children & Young People Programme Facilitator you will:
- Hold an active caseload of children and young people who have experienced domestic abuse within the home
- Be responsible for providing safe, high-quality and consistent support through the online delivery of the CYP Recovery Toolkit
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships and promote effective communication between staff and other stakeholders.
You will need:
- Knowledge of domestic abuse & it's impact on children and young people
- The ability to engage, build rapport and motivate young people
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Sound IT expertise with the ability to use a range of software
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
About Us:
Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.
Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.
Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need.
As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.
If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.
How to apply:
To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We look forward to hearing from you.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.
If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
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Residential Support Worker (Mental Health) - Charles Davies House
Location: Hockley, Birmingham
Salary: £24,570 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Full time working flexible shifts Monday to Sunday)
Post holders must be able to work flexible shifts Monday to Sunday. There is also a requirement for the post holders to be available to work sleep-in duties (for which there is a separate allowance paid).
Are you enthusiastic, able to facilitate recovery activities, fun loving, passionate about mental health, a good negotiator and motivator and able to work on a rota basis?
Our Residents are looking for someone who is “pleasant, respectful, approachable, easy to speak to, willing to listen and someone who thinks on their feet.”
Do you have an interest in working with those who experience mental health distress who are living in a Residential Care Home?
We are a leading provider of mental health services in Birmingham and the West Midlands. As a Residential Support Worker, you will work in partnership with people who are experiencing mental health difficulties using a person-centred recovery approach that focuses on maintaining and strengthening their presence in the community.
You will have at least 12 months’ experience of working in an adult social care environment or health and social care setting and be able to demonstrate Birmingham Mind’s values.
Please see the Residential Support Worker Job Description for full details of all the skills and experience required for this role.
Benefits include an attractive defined contribution pension scheme, PayCare which offers employees affordable cover for a range of healthcare treatments, an Employee Assistance Programme which includes free counselling and a comprehensive training programme.
Our people are key to the success of the organisation, and we are recognised as both a Mindful Employer as well as achieving Gold standard success in Investors in People. We welcome applications from people who have experienced mental health difficulties.
Closing date for applications is Sunday 13th April 2025
Interviews will take place on Tuesday 29th April and Friday 2nd May 2025
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Homebased with travel across the northwest of England
Status: Fixed term contract - 12 months
Salary: Band 5, £29,553 depending on experience
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours a week
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About us:
Combat Stress is the UK's leading mental health charity for veterans. For over a century we've been helping former servicemen and women deal with issues like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety and depression. Today we provide specialist treatment and support for veterans from every service and conflict, focusing on those with complex mental health issues related to their military service. We provide a range of community, outpatient and residential mental health services to veterans with complex mental health problems. We provide services in-person, and via phone and online.
About the role:
This is a new and exciting position for a Family Support Worker to join Combat Stress and work alongside the NHS as part of Op Courage throughout the Northwest of England. This position will be largely virtual, however travel to stakeholder locations will be expected as required. The role will be integrated into the Op Courage pathway, and as the service evolves and more staff are recruited, it is anticipated that the geographical region will become more localised, however in the first instance this position will involve supporting multiple NHS trusts within the North-West, therefore it would be preferable if the successful candidate lived within this area.
As Combat Stress is a national charity, the successful candidate will also be expected to create relationships with local authorities throughout the UK and to act as a liaison between the charity and the statutory sector in all matters pertaining to safeguarding.
We encourage applications from all demographics and are keen to hear from those who served in HM Forces or have experience supporting the military community.
This role will be subject to a DBS check.
What we offer:
You will work within a reputable charity that is constantly evolving to meet the needs of our veterans, that has a fantastic cause and a committed follower base.
Benefits:
- 27 days paid holiday plus bank holidays.
- Competitive stakeholder pension scheme - contributions matched up to 11% of salary
- Discount shopping vouchers
- Cycle to work scheme
- Access to the Employee Assistance Programme
- Flexible working
- Access to Blue Light Card scheme
- Death in Service Scheme
Plus many more.
How to apply:
To apply, send an up-to-date CV and covering letter
For further information about the role, please contact Olivia St John, our Lead Family Support Practitioner,
losing date: 11th April 2025
Interview date: TBC
Please note, we reserve the right to close this advert early, should we receive a sufficient amount of applicants.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
Today we provide specialist treatment and support for veterans from every service and conflict, focusing on those with complex mental health issues
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As a Community Support Worker, you will work alongside the Community Hub Service Manager, providing frontline support to individuals and families who come to the Makery for help. This role requires proven experience in safeguarding, crisis intervention, and advocacy, as well as the ability to risk assess and respond appropriately to a range of situations.
Applications will not be considered without relevant Safeguarding experience and training, and proven track record of working in a community support role (not domicilary care)
Your responsibilities will include:
• Frontline Support & Safeguarding
• Providing immediate crisis support, signposting, and making referrals to specialist services.
• Acting as a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), handling safeguarding concerns and ensuring individuals are safe.
• Conducting risk assessments to determine the most appropriate support for individuals.
• Offering mental health first aid, de-escalating crises, and providing practical guidance to those in distress.
• Having a strong understanding of MARAC (Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conferences) and how they function, though referrals will be handled by the manager.
• Community Support & Advocacy
• Engaging with individuals facing issues such as homelessness, addiction, domestic abuse, bereavement, and mental health struggles.
• Providing information, advice, and guidance (IAG), helping individuals navigate support systems and access appropriate resources.
• Advocating on behalf of individuals to ensure they receive the help they need from local services.
• Working to break isolation and loneliness by offering time, conversation, and emotional support.
• Teamwork & Day-to-Day Responsibilities
• Working alongside the Community Hub Manager to ensure a smooth-running service.
• Supporting volunteers, engaging in community outreach, and building relationships with external organisations.
• Being hands-on in the hub, whether that’s making a cup of tea, preparing a meal, or simply offering a listening ear.
• Helping to maintain a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment for all visitors.
We are looking for a compassionate, experienced, and adaptable individual who:
• Has proven experience as a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), including handling referrals and working with safeguarding protocols.
• Holds mental health first aid training and has strong knowledge of risk assessment and crisis intervention.
• Has direct experience working with individuals facing domestic abuse, addiction, homelessness, or mental health challenges.
• Understands information, advice, and guidance (IAG) and knows how to advocate for individuals in need.
• Has experience working in a community support setting with vulnerable individuals.
• Is a team player, willing to support colleagues, volunteers, and visitors in any way needed.
• Can remain calm and professional in unpredictable situations and respond appropriately.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a non-judgmental approach.
• Can work flexibly and adapt to the changing nature of the role.
Qualifications and Experience (Essential):
• Educational Background: Possession of an NVQ Level 3 or 4 in fields such as Mental Health, Community Work, Psychology, Youth Work, or other related disciplines.
• Safeguarding Certification: Holding a Level 3 or 4 Safeguarding certification, qualifying them to serve as a Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Professional Experience: Demonstrated experience in community engagement, mental health support, or outreach work, specifically within community settings rather than traditional care environments.
• Skill Set: Proficiency in applying safeguarding measures, trauma-informed care approaches, and mental health support strategies.
• Community Engagement: Proven ability to support vulnerable individuals, engage effectively with diverse communities, and implement programs that promote mental well-being.
Why Join Us?
At the Makery, you will be part of a purpose-driven organisation that truly makes a difference. You’ll work closely with a dedicated team, helping people who are often at their most vulnerable, and playing a key role in shaping a supportive, responsive, and community-led service.
If you have the experience, passion, and resilience for this role, we’d love to hear from you!
Please only apply for the role if you have proven experience within a community support setting, either with mental health, homelessness or domestic Abuse. This role requires candidates to have a proven track record of risk assessment and Safeguarding at designated lead level.
Registered Charity
11 - 20
At The Guardians Grow Charity, we are a gateway to support, a safe space, and a listening ear for those facing crisis.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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CV's will not be accepted. Applicants must complete and submit thier application form via the HR portal.
Role Purpose:
To work with families 0-5 within the 0-19 model, with flexibility for 5-19 and a “whole family approach” Including pre-birth, to provide Early Help interventions to meet identified needs of families both in their home on a one-to-one basis and in other settings, using group work.
Main functions
1.To empower families to engage in support, enabling a person-centred solution-focused approach to family support where the service user guides the package of support.
2. Conduct comprehensive assessments to understand the needs, strengths and challenges of families accessing the service.
3. To support families with identified support needs, holding a caseload and taking part in case supervision.
4. To provide families with information, advice and guidance and signposting on various issues.
5. To provide family support drop-in sessions enabling families to access support
6. To identify barriers to accessing services within the local community and contribute to overcoming these barriers for all target and disadvantaged groups.
7. To use a solution-focused approach when working with families who are resistant to engage with the service ensuring the child’s welfare remains paramount at all times.
8. To facilitate and deliver support and interventions which improve parental capacity and family relationships for families with under 5s within the 0-19 model, with flexibility for 5-19 and a “whole family approach”.
9. To develop programmes of work with families which produce the outcomes required in assessments or plans.
10. To ensure effective Child and parent engagement and Child’s Voice is paramount in any decision-making.
11. To refer families to specialists and other services when appropriate and with consent in accordance with required protocols and monitor family progress and engagement with referred services.
12. To provide guidance and support on childcare, child development, child safety, nutrition, and early education.
13. To deliver group intervention programmes that may include evidence-based programmes: i.e. parenting, domestic abuse etc
14. To attend multi-agency meetings as required and provide reports.
15. Maintain accurate and confidential records of family interactions, services provided and outcomes achieved.
16. To plan, and coordinate Antenatal/ Perinatal Mental Health Interventions.
17. To engage with local partners and communities to promote public health messages in relation to Infant Feeding.
18. To ensure appropriate referral and signposting of women for breastfeeding support when necessary.
19. To provide support to women who are breastfeeding, encouraging the development of group support as required.
20. Communicate key messages about breastfeeding; in relation to attachment and bonding with their baby, providing support in a clear and empathetic manner as required
21. Maintain effective links with internal and external support services, staying up to date with available support services in relation to emotional health and well-being.
22. To lead on planning, delivery and evaluation of services, in relation to the emotional health of parents, including co-production.
23. To work directly with individual parents and children to provide structured intervention and support around emotional health/well-being and behaviour.
24. To work flexibly and deliver services across the service as directed and to undertake any other duties commensurate with the role and responsibilities of the post as agreed with your line manager
Benefits
29 days annual leave plus 4 days concessionary days (over Christmas) plus bank holidays. Pro rated for part time staff.
Employee assistance programme
Company pension
Option to join BHSF health cash plan
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We have an exciting opportunity for a independent Domestic Violence Advocate- Children & Young People (CYP IDVA) to join the Children & Young People team in Warwickshire , working 37.5 hours a week.
Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it?
Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care?
If yes, then we'd love to hear from you…
This role involves regular travel and due to the location, a driving license and access to a vehicle is considered an essential requirement. If you are unable to drive because of a disability please indicate this in your application in your personal statement so we can explore the feasibility of alternative arrangements.
What we offer:
At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including:
- Flexible working options including hybrid working
- 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays
- An extra day off for your birthday
- Pension with 5% employer contribution
- Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments
- High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment & leisure discounts
- Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance
- Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support
- Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression
About the role:
As a Children & Young People Domestic Violence Advocate you will:
- Provide one to one support to children and young people put in, and on occasions you may need to support with group work to children and young people.
- Proactively promote the service, raise awareness of services & work collaboratively with professionals to improve the access to and quality of services for children & young people.
- Play a vital role in ensuring we provide high quality, end-to-end support to children & young people to help them to recover from abuse.
- Undertake risk and needs assessments to address the specific needs of the client in line with VS operating procedures. To follow relevant safeguarding policies and procedures, working with safeguarding leads and other agencies to ensure an integrated approach to address any safeguarding concerns.
You will need:
- Experience of working with children and young people.
- Excellent communication skills
- A good understanding of the impact of Domestic Abuse
- Knowledge of risk assessment, safety planning and risk management for victims of domestic abuse
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
About Us:
Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.
Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.
Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need.
As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.
If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.
How to apply:
To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We look forward to hearing from you.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.
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Project Worker
Making a Difference in Foster Care!
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Project Worker to support and sustain the Mockingbird programme across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to work directly with fostering services, making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people in care.
Position: Project Worker
Salary: £32,480 - £37,555 (plus London weighting if applicable)
Location: Home-based (North / Midlands) with travel across the UK
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 7th April 2025
Interviews: 15th April 2025, in Leeds
About the Role
As a Project Worker, you will provide essential guidance and support to fostering services, helping them implement and sustain the Mockingbird model. You will work closely with key stakeholders, delivering training, offering ongoing support, and ensuring quality assurance. This role is home-based but requires extensive travel and occasional overnight stays within the UK.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting fostering services – Providing training, guidance, and quality assurance to partners implementing the Mockingbird model.
- Developing strong relationships – Building effective working partnerships with fostering services, foster carers, and stakeholders.
- Ensuring high standards – Contributing to the design and development of quality assurance and training processes.
- Promoting the Mockingbird programme – Raising awareness and increasing its presence across the UK.
- Organising and attending events – Supporting, contributing to, and participating in online and in-person Mockingbird-related events.
- Maintaining effective project administration – Ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to internal policies.
About You
We are looking for someone with experience in project work, training delivery, and stakeholder engagement. You will have:
- Experience in providing coaching, training, or support via phone, video call, email, and in person.
- Strong communication skills – able to engage with foster carers, young people, and professionals at all levels.
- Excellent organisational abilities – capable of prioritising tasks and managing a varied workload.
- A proactive approach – confident working independently while collaborating as part of a team.
- A commitment to social care and fostering – with a broad understanding of policy and practice within children’s social care.
- Flexibility to travel extensively across the UK, including overnight stays.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of the Mockingbird model and fostering services.
- Experience working in children’s services, fostering, or related fields.
- An understanding of trauma-informed approaches and the needs of looked-after children.
About the Organisation
You will be working for the UK’s leading fostering charity, to ensure that every child in foster care can thrive. The charity provides training, support, and resources to foster carers, influences policy, and campaigns for positive change.
They are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring all team members feel valued and empowered. If you want to be part of a charity that makes a real difference, we’d love to hear from you!
Other roles you may have experience in could include: Fostering Support Worker, Family Support Worker, Children’s Project Worker, Social Care Worker, Training and Development Officer, Youth Support Worker, Community Engagement Officer, etc.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you require any adjustments during the process, please let us know.
The charity is committed to safeguarding children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a DBS check.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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We are looking for a collaborative, driven and problem-solving candidate to design and lead our core support projects and improve the way we make life better for people affected by aplastic anaemia.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high performing team within the AAT. Our team is small, but mighty. Our current S&O team is made up of three part-time support and outreach workers some of whom have lived experience of aplastic anaemia. Lived experience is hugely important to us but is not an essential criterion for this role.
As part of the Senior Management Team, you will bring the process, structure and programme-oriented approach to our successful range of support services. You will be helping to give people living with aplastic anaemia access to better information, better networks and better ways to advocate for themselves.
This opportunity is for a permanent contract, starting immediately. You will work 35 hours a week, and we encourage flexible working. However, the team does generally operate during core office hours (between 9am to 5pm) and there are regular team meetings on Thursdays.
How to apply
To apply for this role please submit your CV and a supporting statement of no more than a page explaining, with clear examples, how your skills and experience match the job description and person specification.
Applicants who do not submit a relevant supporting statement will not be shortlisted.
Recruitment process timeline
30th March - Deadline for applications
31st March / 1st April - Applicants will be longlisted
3rd / 4th April - Informal interviews will take place via teams
9th / 10th April - Formal interviews will take place via teams
11th April - Candidate selected
All applicants will receive an email on 1st April 2025 whether successfully longlisted or not. Please check your spam folder.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Support Coordinator
We’re looking for an innovative, passionate and professional individual with excellent communication and organisational skills to join the Stroke Recovery Services, based in the Morecambe Bay area.
This is an exciting opportunity to work with stroke survivors and their families to support them following a stroke.
Position: S11246 Stroke Support Coordinator
Location: Home-based, Morecambe Bay. However, frequent travel will be required as part of this role (will include team meetings, other work related meetings and home visits)
Hours: Part-time, 28 hours per week
Salary: Circa £21,391 per annum
Contract: This is a fixed-term contract for 12 months. Our services are contracted, we currently have funding for this contract until 31 March 2028.
Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.
Closing Date: 30 March 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
Interview Date: 7 April 2025
Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application.
The Role
The service aims to identify and address the needs of stroke survivors and carers across the stroke pathway, by providing a range of innovative support solutions, supporting them to meet their desired outcomes.
The Stroke Support Coordinator will:
• Support new stroke survivors and their carers from hospital discharge into the community.
• Provide personalised information, advice and support.
• Support stroke survivors to make informed lifestyle changes to live well after stroke.
• Work collaboratively with NHS colleagues and other areas of the community to make a difference in the lives of people affected by stroke.
About You
You will:
• Have a background in a caring and/or charity profession supporting people with disabilities.
• Be able to demonstrate previous experience of working collaboratively with other organisations to achieve joint ambitions.
• Have experience of working with people who may have additional communication support needs.
• Have the ability to use basic Microsoft system.
This role requires the post holder to travel across the locality to visit people at home and in community settings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role.
To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK.
When you click to apply, you will be able to see the full responsibilities and person specification for further information on the role.
Please submit your CV and a supporting statement of no more than two pages demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience. Please state any preferences for flexible options in your covering letter. Applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed.
If you are applying under the Disability Confident scheme, please indicate this in your supporting statement.
Finding strength through support
The organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke.
They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life.
It’s only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support.
The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they’re determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity.
The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work.
A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. The charity has a variety of staff network groups and are committed to continuously improving diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we’re happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you’re able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs.
You may also have experience in areas such as Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service. #INDNFP
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Safer Futures is the commissioned support service for victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Safer Futures, provides support to adults, young people and children effected by domestic abuse - Our goal is to end domestic abuse and sexual violence in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
Our programmes at Barnardo's are designed to meet the needs of those at Recovery and to people who want to change their abusive behaviour. We also deliver Domestic Abuse Training to professionals and we are educating children and young people in both primary and secondary schools throughout Cornwall to recognise the signs of abuse and to help them develop and sustain healthy relationships.
Would you like to be involved in a unique opportunity to support People in the Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence Service - Safer Futures, Barnardo's?
Do you enjoy working with people and positively impacting their lives?
Are you looking for a role in the Cornwall area?
We have an exciting opportunity for an individual to join our Service
The Change 4U Programme offers bespoke support across Cornwall to those who are displaying abusive behaviours within their intimate relationships. Provided in a variety of formats including phone, video and face to face, and offering one-to-one and group options, change 4U gives provides tools and techniques to help people cease abusive behaviour, whilst exploring a variety of topics that are relevant to both clients and their families.
Change 4U Senior Project Worker
Initial Specific Responsibilities
- You will provide valuable support and guidance to the Change 4U team,
- Work closely with the team lead in the development and delivery of the behaviour change Programme
- Plan and support the team's caseload through triage and allocation
- Provide 1-1, group work programmes in person and online to behaviour Change and partner link Clients
- Provide support to the Team lead and carry out one-to-ones supervisions with the Change 4U team when requested.
- Represent the programme/service at professional meetings both face to face and online including MARAC and Multi Disciplinary Teams
Expectations:
- The ability to provide support, supervision and guidance to the Change 4U team
- Have Strong interpersonal, relationship-building and negotiating qualities
- Your role is vital, both individually as well as leading the team. It is an essential expectation that you will be required to play a key role in planning and implementing service development and improvements to meet local and national priorities where appropriat
- Excellent knowledge of the affects of domestic violence/abuse on adults and children
- To be empathetic and sensitive to the needs of those reporting to you, treating people with fairness and respect.
- To be skilled at engaging with others and building constructive working relationships with others.
- To be able to measure and monitor to ensure everyone performs at their best, including a knowledge of auditing processes to ensure compliance with organisational procedures.
- To be robust enough to deal with complaints or incidents diplomatically.
- Be able to negotiate when dealing with potential conflict.
- Ability to effectively prioritise workload, manage time, and resources
- Be aware of the bigger picture and be open to working with others to protect the integrity of the service and develop it further.
- Plan and deliver services and contribute to their evaluation
- Develop and maintain professional relationships and work in partnership with other agencies in order to deliver effective services and attend a range of internal and external meetings as required.
- Actively prepare for and participate in supervision, team meetings, briefings and training events and contribute to the development of learning materials or other resources.
- Take responsibility for developing and improving your own professional knowledge and skills and contribute to policy development within Barnardo's
- Driven to deliver
- Leading and engaging
- Strategic thinking
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Support Coordinator
We’re looking for an innovative, passionate and professional individual with excellent communication and organisational skills to join the Stroke Recovery Services based in the Pennine Lancs area.
This is an exciting opportunity to work with stroke survivors and their families to support them following a stroke.
Applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed.
Position: S11256 Stroke Support Coordinator
Location: Home- based in Pennine Lancashire, however, frequent travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work related meetings)
Hours: Part-time, 24 hours per week
Salary: £18,335.98 per annum
Contract: This is a fixed term contract for 12 months from start date. Services are contracted and there is currently funding for this contract until 31st March 2028.
Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.
Closing Date: 20 April 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
Interview Date: Week commencing 28 April 2025
Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application.
The Role
The service aims to identify and address the needs of stroke survivors and carers across the stroke pathway, by providing a range of innovative support solutions, supporting them to meet their desired outcomes.
The Stroke Support Coordinator will:
• Support new stroke survivors and their carers from hospital discharge into the community.
• Provide personalised information, advice and support.
• Support stroke survivors to make informed lifestyle changes, which will help them to prevent further strokes.
• Work collaboratively with NHS colleagues and other areas of the community to make a difference in the lives of people affected by stroke.
About You
You will have experience in:
• Experience/ background in a caring profession, ideally supporting people with disabilities
• Excellent IT skills and an ability to maintain accurate records.
• An affinity with the values of the Association.
• A flexible approach and an ability to effectively manage a caseload.
This role requires extensive travel across a large geographical locality to visit people at home and in community settings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role.
To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK.
When you click to apply, you will be able to see the full responsibilities and person specification for further information on the role.
Please submit your CV and a supporting statement of no more than two pages demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience. Please state any preferences for flexible options in your covering letter. Applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed.
If you are applying under the Disability Confident scheme, please indicate this in your supporting statement.
Finding strength through support
The organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke.
They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life.
It’s only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support.
The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they’re determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity.
The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work.
A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. The charity has a variety of staff network groups and are committed to continuously improving diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we’re happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you’re able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs.
You may also have experience in areas such as Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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Social Prescribing Link Worker
We have rewarding opportunity for a Social Prescribing Link Worker to focus on ‘what matters to me’ and taking a holistic approach to people’s health and wellbeing. If you feel you could connect to people, community groups and statutory services for practical and emotional support, we would love to hear from you!
Position: Social Prescribing Link Worker
Location: North Solihull based in GP Surgeries
Hours: Full time (part-time hours available between 16 - 21 hours) flexible working available
Contract: 2 post available - 1 x FTE & 1 x Part Time Maternity Cover
Salary: £26,430 per annum pro rata for part-time
Benefits: The provision of workplace wellbeing support and activities, hybrid working where the role allows, flexible working and a range of family friendly policies and subsidised parking.
Closing Date: Midnight on Wednesday 16th April
Interview Date: W/C 21st April & 28th April
The Role
Social prescribing link workers will work as a key part of the primary care network (PCN) multi-disciplinary team. Social prescribing can help PCNs to strengthen community and personal resilience and reduces health and wellbeing inequalities by addressing the wider determinants of health, such as debt, poor housing and physical inactivity, by increasing people’s active involvement with their local communities. It particularly works for people with long term conditions (including support for mental health), for people who are lonely or isolated, or have complex social needs which affect their wellbeing.
Responsibilities include:
• Working with direct supervision from the Programme Lead/Senior Link Worker and input from the PCN’s Clinical Lead GP, take referrals from staff in GP practices within the local PCN.
• Provide personalised support to individuals, their families and carers to take control of their health and wellbeing, live independently and improve their health outcomes, as a key member of the PCN multi-disciplinary team.
• Developing trusting relationships and taking a holistic approach, based on the person’s priorities and co-produce a simple personalised care and support plan to improve health and wellbeing, introducing or reconnecting people to community groups and statutory services.
• Work collaboratively with all local partners to contribute towards supporting local community groups and organisations, making themselves aware of local resources and “assets” through mapping and then building a relationship with these organisations. Also sharing intelligence regarding any gaps or problems identified in local provision with commissioners and local authorities.
• Social prescribing link workers will work collaboratively with GP’s and have a role in promoting social prescribing and educating non-clinical and clinical staff within their PCN multi-disciplinary teams on the benefits of social prescribing
• Raise awareness of other services available within the community and how and when patients can access them. Linking into the work of Neighbourhood Network Schemes, locality Adult Social Care & Community Mental Health Teams.
About You
As a Social Prescribing Link Worker, you will have a Level 3 qualification in a relevant field (Health & Social Care, Health Trainer, Health Improvement, Community Family Worker, Psychology) or be working towards/willing to work towards.
You will have:
• Demonstrable commitment to professional and personal development
• Experience of working directly in a community based context (including unpaid work)
• Experience of supporting people with a mental health need and or complexities/vulnerabilities
• Experience of delivering one to one support
• Experience of partnership/collaborative working and of building relationships across a variety of organisations
• Knowledge of VCSE and community services in the locality
• Understanding of the wider determinants of health, including social, economic and environmental factors and their impact on communities, individuals, their families and carers
• Understanding of the barriers faced by those living in isolation
• Knowledge of IT systems including ability to use word processing skills, emails, the internet and able to create simple plans and reports
• Ability to complete paperwork, keep records and carry out own administration
• An interview is guaranteed to suitably qualified and experienced people with disabilities and all successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check
About the Organisation
A leading provider of services to the health and social care sector, with the aim is to reduce inequalities in learning, employment and health. As an employer the organisation is proud to offer a range of benefits to staff including provision of workplace wellbeing support and activities, flexible working and a range of family friendly policies and subsidised parking.
You may also have experience in areas such as Floating Support, Befriending, Community Family Worker, Social Worker, Community Navigator, Peer Support Worker, Welfare Support, Family Worker, Family Support Worker, Benefit, Care, Therapeutic, Therapy, Advice, Adviser, Health, Wellbeing, Social Care, Social Care Services, Health and Social Care. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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Actively Interviewing
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!
Support Coordinator
This is an exciting opportunity to work with stroke survivors and their families to support them following stroke. We are looking for an innovative, passionate, and professional individual with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills to join the Stroke Recovery Service based in Hertfordshire.
Position: S11253 Stroke Support Coordinator
Location: Home-based, Hertfordshire, however frequent travel will be required as part of this role (to include team meetings or other work-related meetings)
Hours: Part-time, 28 hours per week
Salary: £21,391 per annum (FTE £26,700 per annum)
Contract: Services are contracted and there is currently funding for this contract until 31 March 2026.
Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.
Closing Date: 6 April 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
Interview Date: 14 April 2025
Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application.
The Role
Reporting to the Service Delivery Coach in the East of England, you will have the ability to support stroke survivors to identify their goals. Using strong assessment skills and a person-centred approach enabling them to maximise their recovery and improve communication.
Key responsibilities will include:
• Supporting new stroke survivors and their carers from hospital discharge into the community.
• Supporting a diverse caseload including anyone experiencing communication difficulties via a combination of face-to-face visits or meetings, telephone calls, emails or letters, and digital methods (such as video calls)
• Providing personalised information, advice and support.
• Enabling stroke survivors to make informed lifestyle changes which will help them to prevent further strokes.
• Working with other health and social care professionals across the stroke pathway to ensure high quality support.
About You
You will have experience in:
• Experience/ background in a caring profession, ideally supporting people with disabilities
• Excellent IT skills and an ability to maintain accurate records.
• An affinity with the values of the Association.
• A flexible approach and an ability to effectively manage a caseload.
This role requires extensive travel across a large geographical locality to visit people at home and in community settings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role.
To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK.
When you click to apply, you will be able to see the full responsibilities and person specification for further information on the role.
Please submit your CV and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience.
If you are applying under the Disability Confident scheme, please indicate this in your supporting statement.
Finding strength through support
The organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke.
They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life.
It’s only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support.
The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they’re determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity.
The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work.
A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. The charity has a variety of staff network groups and are committed to continuously improving diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we’re happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you’re able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs.
You may also have experience in areas such as Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation
Thank you!
Actively Interviewing
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!
This Suicide Liaison Manager will manage a team of Suicide Liaison Workers, a CYP Counsellor and work with a team of volunteers who deliver support to adults, children and young people who are bereaved by suicide in Hampshire, Southampton, Portsmouth, and the Isle of Wight. The post holder will implement and monitor the day-to-day operations of the service in line with contractual obligations, ensuring grieving people can access a range of high-quality bereavement support and are informed about the services available to them.
Your application must consist of a CV and covering letter, which outlines your suitability for the role with reference to the Job Description and Person Specification and should be no longer than two pages.
Please be advised that if you do not hear from us by 14th April 2025, unfortunately on this occasion you have not been shortlisted. Cruse welcomes and encourages applications from all protected groups as defined by the Equality Act 2010. Appointment will be made on merit.
Criminal Record Checks:
All staff are required to complete a Criminal Record check. Staff working directly with clients will be required to complete an enhanced check. We comply with the relevant codes of practice and they can be viewed online:
Applicants in England and Wales: DBS Code of Practice
Applicants in Northern Ireland: AccessNI Code of Practice
Previous convictions will not prevent full consideration of your application to work with Cruse. Our Recruitment of Ex-offenders' Policy & Handling Criminal Record Check Data Policy are available on request by email.
We comply with all relevant data protection legislation and process your data fairly.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.