Join a Team That's Changing Lives and Making a Real Difference as a Specialist Key Worker in Sunderland!Driving license and access to a vehicle required.Are you passionate about empowering young people to achieve their full potential? Do you thrive on making a meaningful impact in their lives? Join our dynamic team where honesty, commitment, flexibility, and integrity are celebrated!The Opportunity:Step into a rewarding role with the National Care Employer of the Year! We're seeking enthusiastic full-time Specialist Key Workers to join our innovative Transitions Project in County Durham. As a Specialist Key Worker, you'll play a pivotal role in providing vital support and guidance to young individuals, helping them navigate life transitions and acquire essential life skills.Key Responsibilities:
Provide personalized supervision and support to empower young people to live safely and independently.Assist in developing crucial life skills such as budgeting, cooking, accessing education, and training opportunities.Collaborate closely with our dedicated team to ensure the well-being and success of our service users.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary: £26,200 - £30,920 per annum (including sleeps), dependent on experience and qualifications.Comprehensive benefits package, including enhanced DBS check, healthcare plan, and excellent learning and development opportunities.Enjoy perks like our profit share scheme, recognition program, credit union saving scheme, and company events.Join a vibrant, inclusive culture that values your contributions and celebrates success.
Requirements:
Minimum Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care (Children) or equivalent (or willingness to work towards it).Previous experience working with children, youth offending, care leavers, or substance/alcohol misuse preferred.Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and some nights as part of a rotating schedule.
Join Us:If you're an experienced support worker or have relevant life experience, seize this opportunity to make a difference! Apply now or contact Katie Brown at 0330 335 8997 to embark on a rewarding career journey with us.ROC Transitions is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and service users. Pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure, will be conducted.....Read more...
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of care experienced young people? We are looking for a highly motivated and dedicated individual to join a local authority as a Personal Advisor, and the right candidate to join us in empowering and supporting care experienced young people as they transition into adulthood and independence.
As a Personal Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in assisting care experienced young people on their journey to independence. You will provide holistic support, supporting them as a trusted mentor, advocate, and guide throughout their transition period into adult life.
Salary: £28,770 - £31,364 per annum
Region: Warwick
Hours: Full time on a permanent contract
Your responsibilities will include:
Building meaningful relationships: Establishing a strong rapport with care experienced young people, earning their trust and respect while demonstrating empathy and understanding.
Creating individual pathway plans tailored to each young person's needs, goals, and aspirations. Assisting them in developing life skills, accessing education, training, and employment opportunities, and promoting their overall well-being. You will also be responsible for ensuring that our young people are aware of and access all their entitlements through the local offer for care leavers.
Advocacy and representation: Championing the rights and needs of care experienced young people, advocating for their voices to be heard and influencing positive change.
Partnership working: Collaborating with a variety of partner agencies and organisations to ensure coordinated and seamless support for our young people.
Empowerment and resilience-building: There is the potential for facilitating workshops, training sessions, and group activities that enhance life skills, emotional well-being, and self-confidence among care experienced young people
Key Requirements:
A background in youth work, advocacy, or a first hand understanding of care experienced young people, which will enable you to relate to their experiences and challenges they face
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, allowing you to build strong relationships and engage effectively with a diverse range of individuals.
Strong organisational and time management abilities to ensure the efficient delivery of support services.
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, when/if required on occasions.
The role entails travelling both within Warwickshire and out of county, therefore regular access to a vehicle will be required.
If you are interested or know of anyone who may be, please contact Kat at Service Care Solutions on 01772208964 or email me at kat.shah@servicecare.org.uk.
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.....Read more...
Job Title: DA Services Manager Salary: £18.08 P/H LTD Umbrella Hours: 40 Hours Per Week Type: Temporary (6 Month Term) Location: Swindon, SN1 | Hybrid (One Day Per Week in Office) Start Date: ASAP Work Pattern: Monday – Friday | 09:00am – 17:00pmJoin our client’s team as the DA Services Manager and take a pivotal role in overseeing the day-to-day operations of our youth support services. This key position ensures that our offerings not only meet regulatory standards but are also executed effectively to empower young people to reach their potential. Your leadership will be instrumental in maintaining the quality and effectiveness of our services. Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage and support staff teams to ensure high engagement and effective service delivery.
Promote and market services, while developing relationships with key agencies and community businesses.
Coordinate the delivery of tailored support packages and conduct risk assessments for service users.
Monitor financial transactions and manage rent arrears according to established procedures.
Act as the Safeguarding Champion, managing complex cases and ensuring compliance with legal and best practice standards.
Liaise with external partners to provide an integrated support approach and maintain high service quality standards.
Required Skills and Experience:
Relevant qualification or significant experience in a similar role within a support service environment.
Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and quality assurance systems.
Effective leadership and people management skills, with a proven ability to inspire and develop teams.
Excellent communication, organisational, and IT skills.
Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and safeguarding principles.
If you require any additional information regarding the position, please call David at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208 966 or send an E-Mail to david.jones@servicecare.org.uk....Read more...
Night Residential Support Worker - ManchesterAre you a passionate, dedicated Residential Support Worker looking for your next role? 4Recruitment Services are recruiting a Night Residential Support Worker to join a team based in Manchester.Umbrella Rate: £17.14 per hourDuration: 3 to 6 months Hours: Rota basis including weekends and bank holidays – 21.45 to 07.45, 14 nights over a 4 week period , 2 nights first week, 5 nights the following week – 35 hrs/week – Office basedNight Residential Support Worker role: Full JD Available
Support Looked After Children who have complex needsProvide a safe, warm, caring and stable environment for the childrenParticipate in the assessment of each child’s/young person’s needs and regular reviewing individual care plans/programmesMonitor, evaluate and review assessments as required determining suitable adjustments to ensure that service users are able to achieve their agreed goalsManage existing and future risks through assessment, and creating plans which ensure the individual needs of service users are appropriately consideredProvide appropriate emotional support and guidance to the young peopleEnsure that the wishes and feelings of children/people are taken into account in all matters relating to their daily careEnsure the welfare of young people is promoted, that they are protected from abuse and that an appropriate response is made to any allegation or suspicion of abuse or neglectEncourage and motivate young people to develop interests and leisure activities which can be sustained in the family homeEncourage individuals to accept responsibility for their self-care, personal growth and development appropriate to their ageEnsure that good health is promoted and that the health needs of young people are identified, and services provided to meet these needsDevelop strong, trusting working relationshipsLiaise and work effectively with colleagues, other agencies and service users in the interests of young peopleMaintain appropriate records on each child/young person and prepare written reports
Essential Requirements
UK Driving Licence, access to a vehicle, business insuranceDiploma/ NVQ Level 3 in working with Children and Young People in Residential Care or equivalent or Social Work/ Youth Work qualificationPI (physical intervention) training dated within the last 2 yearsRecent experience of at least 1 year working with Children and Young People aged 11 – 18 yearsMust be resilient, emotionally and physically fitYou Must Have Right to Live & Work in the UKEnhanced Child DBS registered to the update service
We also offer an outstanding referral scheme for any Night Residential Support Worker friends or colleagues.If you are a Night Residential Support Worker and would like to express your interest, please contact us for this great opportunity by calling on 0208 514 9110 and speak to Sammy Davis Or email on, sammyd@4recruitmentservices.com Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer.....Read more...
NEET Caseworker
Start date - ASAP
Contract length - Initially 3 months
Hours per week - 36 hours per week
Rate of pay - £200ltd per day
Job Overview
The London Borough of Hillingdon are seeking a highly motivated NEET Caseworker to join their team. The successful candidate will work closely with the NEET Coordinator and Access to Education Manager to carry out the London Borough of Hillingdon's statutory duty to track young people upon completing compulsory age schooling to establish their Education, Employment and Training status between the ages of 16-19 to ensure there is provision for them.
Key Responsibilities
Support with working with schools and other educational settings to ensure options/pathways for young people are identified at the earliest possible stage to ensure their progression to EET at Post 16 is secure.
Support with monitoring and tracking all data pertaining to children at Post 16 to identify trends and gaps.
Engage, through the use of various forms of communication, with young people to establish their EET status and identify those in need of support.
Contribute to a database of NEETs and those whose situation is unknown, to track and contact them and attempt to place them on appropriate EET.
Communicate with Social Work Teams, Youth Services, SEND, SENDIASS and other appropriate services that support young people, to establish their EET status and identify young people in need of support into EET or those at risk of NEET.
Attend case reviews and multi-agency meetings about known NEET young people.
Maintain accurate records, uploading data to the IYSS database in order to enable Hillingdon to be aware of the status of young people within its boundaries.
Requirements
Experience working with young people in an educational or social care setting.
Knowledge of NEET and EET.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
Ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this NEET Caseworker position, please send your CV and cover letter to erin.webbe@servicecare.org.uk....Read more...
Job description
Join a Team That's Changing Lives and Making a Real Difference as a Specialist Key Worker in Durham (BANK)Driving license and access to a vehicle required.We do not offer sponsorships; Right To Work must be provided.Are you passionate about empowering young people to achieve their full potential?Do you thrive on making a meaningful impact in their lives? Join our dynamic team where honesty, commitment, flexibility, and integrity are celebrated!The Opportunity:Step into a rewarding role with the National Care Employer of the Year!We're seeking enthusiastic full-time Specialist Key Workers to join our innovative Transitions Project in County Durham.As a Specialist Key Worker, you'll play a pivotal role in providing vital support and guidance to young individuals, helping them navigate life transitions and acquire essential life skills.Key Responsibilities:
Provide personalized supervision and support to empower young people to live safely and independently.Assist in developing crucial life skills such as budgeting, cooking, accessing education, and training opportunities.Collaborate closely with our dedicated team to ensure the well-being and success of our service users.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary: £12.38 per hour, dependent on experience and qualifications.Sleeps paid at £50 per nightComprehensive benefits package, including enhanced DBS check, healthcare plan, and excellent learning and development opportunities.Enjoy perks like our profit share scheme, recognition program, credit union saving scheme, and company events.Join a vibrant, inclusive culture that values your contributions and celebrates success.
Requirements:
Minimum Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care (Children) or equivalent (or willingness to work towards it).Previous experience working with children, youth offending, care leavers, or substance/alcohol misuse preferred.Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and some nights as part of a rotating schedule.
Join Us:If you're an experienced support worker or have relevant life experience, seize this opportunity to make a difference! Apply now or contact Katie Brown at 0330 335 8997 to embark on a rewarding career journey with us.ROC Transitions is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and service users. Pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure, will be conducted.
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: £12.38 per hour
Benefits:
Health & wellbeing programmeProfit sharingReferral programme
Shift:
Day shiftNight shift
Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
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Registered Service Manager-Supported AccomodationA driving licence and access to a vehicle is required for this role.HOURS: 40 hours per week, to be worked flexibly per the needs of the service.SALARY: £43,000 - £48,000 Per AnnumFlexibility is required as you are expected to cover any shifts where there is a staff shortageand all other avenues have been exhausted. These may include days, evenings, weekends,sleep-ins, waking nights and Bank Holidays.The RoleTo improve the lives of people using our services by providing direct support services to individuals or groups of individuals,this includes being a point of contact with referring agents and partnership agencies to ensure effective liaison arrangements with respect to individual support are continued and enhanced.To ensure that residents’ tenancies/licences are adhered to and that the housing provided is of optimum quality.Main Responsibilities:
As the registered manager you will ensure and exceed compliance requirements of the Ofsted Supported Accommodation Regulations and its Outcomes.To assist in the business development of ROC Transitions.Adhere to, uphold and exemplify the organisations core valuesTo monitor the work of the Specialist Support Workers and feedback any issues to the HR Manager and CEO, if necessaryTo provide supervision sessions for the Support Workers as necessary on a regular basis and feedback any issues to the HR Manager and CEO as necessaryTo check/organise staff timesheets/contentTo undertake annual appraisals and identify any training needsTo take responsibility for the production of the staff rota on a weekly basisAssist in ensuring that all staff are familiar, understand and adhere to all relevant statutory policy and procedural guidelines and Ofsted regulations for Supported Living AccommodationLiaise with all relevant agencies and attend meetings as requiredEnsure all administrative records are maintained, complete monitoring returns and recording accurately and on timeLiaise with outside agencies and stakeholders to promote best outcomes for residentsAdmit new residents and compile and complete all relevant admission documents and support plansCompile and complete all relevant discharge documentsProvide support and guidance to residentsEncourage resident participation in the running of the serviceEnsure licence agreements and house rules are adhered to and maintain harmony within the Charity’s various locations and its neighbours within the communityAssist in ensuring that repairs and maintenance requiring attention is dealt with via the reporting procedure (through ROC Housing Management)
To ensure that a high-quality housing and support service is provided and residents are effectively helped to develop the skills and confidence needed for independent living.Work with Residents offering supported opportunities for them to improve their quality of life, develop their skills and make decisions about their future
Administration
Attend all supervision sessions with the manager and discuss all aspects of the service users and scheme issuesMaintain and update all administrative records relating to the Unit e.g. log book, complaints, incident book etc, including service user’s filesMaintain formal records, for instance the fire log book and undertake fire safety drillsProduce monitoring and performance information as required by the manager to assist in the completion of monitoring returns e.g. Service performance monitoring and internal monitoring records, taking responsibility for these, where requiredAssist in the collation of service user’s satisfaction informationReport all repairs observed immediately and follow up to ensure they are completed; ensuring all employees follow the Group procedureEnsure the Unit is kept clean and safe and also ensure service users undertake their responsibilities to keep the Unit clean and safeEnsure accurate inventories of equipment and furnishings are kept and maintained for all Transitions HomesEnsure ROC Transitions’ requirements in respect of the Data Protection Act are complied with
Communication
Arrange/participate in staff/service user meetings, as and when requiredPromote multi agency working
Marketing
Actively market the service and promote a positive personal/professional profile within the local community, ensuring the good reputation of the service at all timesEndeavour to fill any service user vacancy and expand the service user base by liaising with surrounding social services and assessing/selecting suitable service users
Training & Development
Liaising with the HR Manager, ensuring employees complete allocated training, assessed through the Personal Development Plans, on a mandatory and assessment of needs basisComplete allocated training, assessed on individual Development Plan, within timescales
Essential Requirements:A minimum of a Level 5 qualification in Health & Social Care (Children) or equivalent (or willingness to work towards)A driving licence and access to a vehiclePrevious experience of working with: Children, 16-18 years old; youth offending; care leavers; substance/alcohol misuseCandidates must be committed to the role and flexible as will be required to cover any shifts including; evenings, weekends and some nights as part of on-call as the Registered Manager.Benefits:Enhanced DBS check paid for by the companyHealthcare PlanExcellent learning and development opportunitiesRefer a friend bonus schemeCredit union saving schemeCompany EventsAward-winning company cultureIf you are an experienced registered manager with experience apply now or call Katie Brown on 0330 335 8997.....Read more...
