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Hightown Housing Association is expanding our management team, and we have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and inspiring Service Manager to join us at Stainton Court.</p><p>Stainton Court offers supported living services, empowering people to live independently and thrive in their community.</p><p>What We're Looking For:</p><ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Leadership Excellence:</strong>First-class leadership skills with the ability to mentor and inspire your team.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Experience:</strong> Previous experience in a similar role, delivering high-quality health or social care to adults with learning disabilities.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Communication:</strong> Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with a wide group of individuals.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>As a Service Manager, you will:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Lead and manage a dedicated team, providing support, advice, and assistance to individuals with learning disabilities.</li>\n<li>Oversee the service rota, ensuring full and consistent cover of all shifts, including weekends when necessary.</li>\n<li>Handle recruitment and induction of new staff, fostering a positive and supportive work environment.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Previous experience in a similar role</li>\n<li>A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential for this role.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Be part of a supportive and dynamic team.</li>\n<li>Make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents.</li>\n<li>Opportunities for professional growth and development.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>The Benefits</strong></p><p>In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a considerable benefits package which includes:</p><ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>\n<li>£33,054 pa for a 37.5 hour week contract</li>\n<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li>\n<li>Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary</li>\n<li>Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing</li>\n<li>Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support</li>\n<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>\n<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>\n</ul><p>If you are a compassionate leader with a commitment to excellence, we would love to hear from you!</p><p>Apply Now to become a part of the Hightown House family and help us continue to provide exceptional care and support to our residents.</p><p><strong>We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer.</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£33054 Per Annum","publishDate":"2025-05-09T14:28:08.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-06T14:14:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/2c88774d-9184-4645-bb0f-77cdf66532de.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"7a8c0245-8ca3-4437-ad05-91ee5f54f084","title":"Chief Executive","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Luton","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the job</strong><br> <strong>Luton Council - Chief Executive</strong> <br> <br> <strong>Salary: £195,067 - £212,679 plus £5618 car benefit allowance</strong> <br><br><strong>Lead a bold and ambitious future for Luton</strong> <br><br>Luton is a super-diverse, ambitious town with a clear vision: by 2040, no one in Luton should have to live in poverty. 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This is an exciting opening for the right candidate to join our supportive and dynamic Litigation Legal Team as aSenior Employment Lawyer<br> <br>The successful candidate will assist in the managing of a caseload of employment cases and act as an advocate in employment related cases at Tribunal as required. You will be responsible for the provision of an effective, efficient comprehensive and professional in-house advice on matters of employment to departments in the council, including schools, working closely with the council's HR department.<br> <br>The council works an Agile Working Policy and the post holder can work remotely, but will be expected to come to the office at least 2 days per week and when required to attend Tribunals.<br> <br><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>We are looking for someone with working experience of a wide range of employment law.<br> <br>Applicants for this role will need to have good communication and organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work to tight deadlines. An ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and understand client needs with a strong focus on delivering positive outcomes is equally important.<br> <br>The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a mixed caseload of employment cases with little supervision.<br> <br>The applicant will be a qualified solicitor, barrister or fellow of CILEX with at least 5 years post qualification experience.<br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong> - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! 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Then you might be carrying out a range of horticultural activities such as planting summer and winter beds, maintaining hedges, turf maintenance, weed spraying, weeding, and leafing, before heading off to ensure green waste is disposed of in line with company policy and waste management regulations.<br><br>As an<strong> Estate Services Gardener,</strong> you'll be providing a high quality, customer focused grounds service. With a particular focus on maintaining our estates, you'll actively work in partnership with key colleagues to manage effective garden maintenance, developing and improving Peabody's environmental services to residents and ensuring we take full account of residents' needs.<br><br>You're a people person who likes to get things done. You'll enjoy working in an outdoors environment in all weather conditions and you're first rate at general horticultural maintenance. To be successful in this role you'll need to be on site five days a week.<br><br>Your role covers all aspects of environmental services and grounds maintenance. 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If you are a permanent LBC employee, you must have written approval (an email will suffice) from your manager prior to applying and a copy will need to be submitted with your application. Please note: we will not be able to proceed with your application form without your manager's permission.</strong><br> <br>We're looking for a passionate and experienced individual to join our OT Team within therapies, in a role that involves supporting adults with a variety of needs, including sensory impairments, dementia, autism, learning disabilities, mental health, and physical disabilities. In this position, you will be at the forefront of delivering person-centered care, ensuring customer satisfaction and providing high-quality advocacy and support to service users and carers.<br> <br>You'll be responsible for conducting assessments, risk assessments, and reviews, managing complex cases, and collaborating with professionals across various agencies. You'll also work closely with a multi-disciplinary team to develop and deliver cost-effective care packages and make well-informed decisions. Experience in managing customer expectations is key, as you will be communicating with individuals who may have sensory impairments and other diverse needs.<br> <br><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>You bring a wealth of experience in social care, ideally with a background in working with adults who have sensory impairments, dementia, autism, or other complex needs. Your experience in advocacy and working with diverse customer groups will be invaluable, as will your ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people, including those who may have communication challenges.<br> <br>You're someone who can work under pressure, meet deadlines, and stay organised while managing multiple priorities. Your ability to conduct robust assessments and produce clear, concise reports will be critical. You'll also need to be comfortable using case recording systems and Council databases to maintain high-quality documentation.<br> <br>Your skills go beyond technical knowledge - you're a creative problem-solver who can work collaboratively with others and make sound, informed decisions. You know the importance of respecting and supporting the autonomy of individuals, particularly when developing personalised care plans.<br> <br>If you're someone who is passionate about delivering high-quality care, embraces a multidisciplinary approach, and understands the importance of equality and safeguarding in the social care field, we'd love to hear from you.<br> <br> This is a public facing role so you'll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English <br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong> - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! 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If you are a permanent LBC employee, you must have written approval (an email will suffice) from your manager prior to applying and a copy will need to be submitted with your application. Please note: we will not be able to proceed with your application form without your manager's permission.</strong><br> <br>We are looking for a safeguarding in Education expert to join the Multi Agency Child Protection Team to provide oversight, support and contribute to decision making around cases sitting at Child Protection level. We are happy to consider candidates who are interested in this role on a part-time basis. Please note, you must seek permission from your headteacher before applying.<br> <br>Luton Council has been selected to deliver the government's Families First for Children Pathfinder programme. Luton is one of seven new areas in the second wave to be chosen with the aim of protecting vulnerable children from harm and improving services to help more children stay with their families in safe and loving homes.<br> <br>The programme is an amazing opportunity for Luton to shape future social care practice, which includes closer working relationships with our health, police, education and voluntary sector partners.<br> <br>We are looking for someone who has:<ul> <li>\n<strong>Extensive safeguarding expertise</strong>, with significant experience working with children and families in education, focusing on wellbeing and child protection.</li> <li>Proven ability to make <strong>critical decisions</strong> in complex child protection cases and ensure statutory responsibilities are met.</li> <li>Strong leadership skills and a proactive approach to <strong>building partnerships</strong> with statutory and voluntary sector agencies.</li> <li>Demonstrable ability to <strong>audit and review schools' safeguarding systems</strong>, ensuring compliance and resolving issues effectively.</li> <li>In-depth knowledge of <strong>multi-agency safeguarding</strong>, including key legislation and guidance such as Keeping Children Safe in Education (2023) , Working Together to Safeguard Children (2023) , and <strong>Section 175 of the Education Act (2002)</strong>.</li> <li>The capability to act swiftly under pressure and manage tight deadlines in high-stakes situations.</li> </ul>Children are at the heart of everything we do in Luton, and we are very proud of the tremendous work that is already taking place together with our partners, including the development of our Family Hubs and working towards making Luton a child-friendly town where our children and young people can grow up feeling happy, healthy and secure.<br> <br>We are looking for someone who is passionate about safeguarding and championing the welfare of children and young people. Do you have the expertise and leadership skills to drive change in the education sector? We are seeking an experienced and dedicated professional to join our Multi-Agency Child Protection Team (MACPT) as the Education Lead.<br><strong>About you</strong><br>This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in safeguarding and child protection within a multi-agency framework. As the Education Lead, you will:<ul> <li>Act as a<strong>recognised expert</strong>in safeguarding and child protection.</li> <li>\n<strong>Collaborate</strong>with Children, Families & Education, Police, and Health partners to ensure the best outcomes for children and young people.</li> <li>\n<strong>Champion the role of education</strong>as a key safeguarding partner in child protection efforts.</li> <li>\n<strong>Engage and represent</strong>the education sector in the Pathfinder programme, ensuring its voice is heard and progress is communicated effectively.</li> <li>Lead on<strong>investigations and decision-making</strong>in cases of significant harm.</li> <li>Drive the rollout of the<strong>Families First for Children Pathfinder reforms</strong>across educational environments.</li> <li>Offer professional educational advice and ensure standards of practice set by the Department for Education are upheld.</li> </ul>Your expertise and collaborative approach will be vital to ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people.<br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong>- that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br> <br> We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce thatreflects the diversity of our borough <br><strong>Application process</strong><br><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person's criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong><br><strong>Additional information</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<ul> <li>\n<strong>From 25to 32days' annual leave:</strong> linked to length of service and grade</li> <li>\n<strong>Buying annual leave scheme: </strong>buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li> <li>\n<strong>Career Pathways:</strong> step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li> <li>\n<strong>Pension scheme: </strong>with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li> <li>\n<strong>Generous relocation package: </strong>up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li> <li>\n<strong>Employee Assistance Programme:</strong> a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li> <li>\n<strong>Work/life balance:</strong> flexible working options including working from home where possible. W e welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns </li> <li>\n<strong>Training and support: </strong>unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li> <li>\n<strong>Staff offers:</strong> includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li> <li>\n<strong>Arriva Travel Club:</strong> great value savings on local bus travel</li> <li>\n<strong>Friday Funday Socials -</strong> One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li> </ul>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 48,710.00 - 51,802.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-05-08T02:01:10.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-19T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/2e75a51f-e628-407a-bee2-877e51f91d1a.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d761e9f7-67ab-4eb0-a8c3-cadd5d89c521","title":"Senior Support Worker","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Supported Living Linden Court / Stopsley Respite Service","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the job</strong><br><strong>Salary: £26,409 - £28,624 a year</strong><br><strong>Hours per week: 37</strong><br><strong>Contract type: Permanent</strong><br> <br>Are you a compassionate and experienced professional looking to make a difference in social care? Luton Council is looking for a <strong>Senior Support Worker</strong> to join our dedicated team. This role involves advocating for individuals' needs, supporting their daily care experience, and ensuring a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment.<br> <br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><ul> <li>\n<strong>Individual Advocacy</strong>: Act as a strong advocate for individuals, ensuring their needs and preferences are respected in all aspects of their day care experience.</li> <li>\n<strong>Team Collaboration</strong>: Work effectively both independently and as part of a team, ensuring seamless care delivery and support.</li> <li>\n<strong>Equality in Service</strong>: Recognise and address any discrimination in service delivery or in the workplace, taking appropriate action as needed.</li> <li>\n<strong>Community Knowledge</strong>: Apply your understanding of the challenges facing individuals with learning disabilities and work to meet their unique needs.</li> </ul><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br><strong>Essential Skills and Requirements:</strong><ul> <li>\n<strong>Experience</strong>: Demonstrable background in community work or social care services, in either a paid or voluntary capacity.</li> <li>\n<strong>Flexible Working</strong>: Willingness to work shifts, including split-shifts, sleep-in, and waking night duties, and flexibility with start and end times to meet service needs.</li> <li>\n<strong>Mobility</strong>: Ability to travel across multiple locations to support service demands.</li> <li>\n<strong>Health & Safety</strong>: Physical capability to lift, move, and handle individuals and equipment using appropriate aids, in line with Health and Safety regulations after training.</li> <li>\n<strong>Communication</strong>: Strong spoken English skills to effectively converse with the public and provide accurate advice.</li> </ul><strong>Why Luton Council?</strong><br> <br>Luton Council is committed to creating a supportive, inclusive environment for both staff and the individuals we serve. We seek team members who are dedicated to fostering dignity, independence, and quality of life for all.<br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong> - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br><strong>Application Process</strong><br><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person's criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong><br><strong>Benefits</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br>- From 25 to 32 days' annual leave: linked to length of service and grade<br>- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave<br>- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area<br>- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant<br>- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)<br>- Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home<br>- Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns<br>- Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways<br>- Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons<br>- Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<br>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 26,409.00 - 28,624.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-05-08T02:01:10.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-14T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/72e1140a-4437-495a-9e42-deec297c6278.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9c6e5083-8fd8-495d-9d6d-9e90a319fbed","title":"Income Recovery Officer","employer":"Hightown Housing Association","department":"","location":"Hemel Hempstead","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Income Recovery Officer</strong> <strong>- £34,107 pa</strong></p><p>Hybrid - 3 days onsite</p><p>We have an exciting new opening for an Income Recovery Officer. The successful candidate will be responsible for accurate record-keeping, engaging with tenants, and assisting in the development of monitoring systems. This role also involves staying updated on legislation, attending meetings, and performing duties in line with policies and best practices.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Manage and monitor rent accounts, ensuring regular reviews and appropriate actions in line with policies.</li>\n<li>Prepare and serve legal notices and represent Hightown in possession cases as necessary.</li>\n<li>Conduct home visits to tenants as required by tenancy conduct or procedures.</li>\n<li>Coordinate responses to welfare reform, ensuring policies reflect legislative changes and effective data collection.</li>\n<li>Liaise with Housing Benefit departments and the Department of Work and Pensions for prompt payment and issue resolution.</li>\n<li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of housing and welfare benefits, providing advice and signposting tenants to relevant agencies.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Experience and Qualifications Required:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Relevant experience as an Income Recovery Officer or in credit control and debt/arrears recovery.</li>\n<li>Educated to GCSE level with a grade C or above in English and Maths.</li>\n<li>Proficient in using computer systems, including spreadsheets and various software packages.</li>\n<li>Knowledge and understanding of Housing and Welfare benefits.</li>\n<li>Previous experience engaging with customers or service users.</li>\n</ul><p></p><p><strong>About Us</strong></p><p>Hightown is a charitable housing association operating principally in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire. We believe everyone should have a home and the support they need, so our aim is to build new homes and to provide excellent housing and support.<br><br>We currently manage over 9,000 homes and employ over 1100 Permanent and Bank staff in our Care and Supported Housing Schemes and from our head office in Hemel Hempstead. We have an annual turnover of £121 million and a development programme that will deliver over 350 new affordable homes each year<em>.</em></p><p><strong>The Benefits</strong></p><p>We offer a range of benefits which include:</p><ul>\n<li>33 days of annual leave including Bank Holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>\n<li>£34,107 pa for 35 hours a week contract</li>\n<li>Monthly attendance bonus</li>\n<li>Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support</li>\n<li>Access to favourable discounts and savings at high street retailers, gyms, restaurants, and cinemas</li>\n<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>\n<li>Employee support and health & wellbeing services</li>\n<li>Well-equipped on-site gym</li>\n</ul><p><strong>We will be reviewing and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply early to avoid missing out.</strong></p><p><strong><span>Hightown is an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer</span></strong> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£34107 Per Annum","publishDate":"2025-05-07T15:02:46.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-04T16:30:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/5907e25b-5fff-4b99-a7bf-78b8b9c67e79.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"fcb90e08-db90-47b2-9491-a1080a011872","title":"Short Breaks Worker - Nights","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"London road resource Centre, 111, London Road Luton LU1 3RH","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the job</strong><br><strong>Salary: £25,183 - £25,992 a year pro rata</strong><br><strong>Hours per week: 27.75</strong><br><strong>Contract type: Permanent</strong><br> <br>Do you have a passion for making a real difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs? Are you caring, reliable, and ready to work as part of a dynamic, supportive team? If so, we'd love to hear from you!<br> <br>As a Short Breaks Worker (Nights), you will play a vital role in providing safe, nurturing overnight care and support for children and young people with additional needs. Working at our dedicated Hub and occasionally within the community, you'll offer tailored short breaks that give children positive experiences while offering respite to families and carers.<br> <br><strong>What You'll Do</strong><ul> <li>Support young people with a variety of needs across residential, day care, parenting support and club activities.</li> <li>Communicate sensitively and effectively with children, families and professionals.</li> <li>Respond to challenging behaviours calmly, knowing when to seek support.</li> <li>Undertake care and domestic tasks including personal care, manual handling, and administering medication (after training).</li> <li>Maintain accurate records and contribute to care plans and reviews.</li> <li>Work as part of a committed multi-disciplinary team while also using your initiative when working independently.</li> <li>Build strong, trusting relationships with families and professionals alike.</li> </ul><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>We're looking for someone who:<ul> <li>Has experience working with children (paid or voluntary).</li> <li>Communicates clearly and compassionately, both verbally and in writing.</li> <li>Understands and respects the challenges faced by children with additional needs and their families.</li> <li>Is aware of discrimination and its impact on young people.</li> <li>Is willing to work towards a Level 3 in Caring for Children.</li> <li>Can travel across the borough and work occasional lone shifts in the community or in family homes.</li> <li>Is ready to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.</li> </ul><strong>Why Join Luton Council?</strong><ul> <li>Be part of a friendly, supportive team that values diversity and inclusion.</li> <li>Access to professional development and training opportunities.</li> <li>Play a meaningful role in shaping the future for local children and their families.</li> </ul><strong>Ready to take the next step in your care career? Apply today and help us build a brighter future for Luton's young people.</strong><br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong> - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br> <br> We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce thatreflects the diversity of our borough <br><strong>Application Process</strong><br><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person's criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.<br><br></strong> On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <strong><br></strong><br><strong>Benefits</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br>- From 25 to 32 days' annual leave: linked to length of service and grade<br>- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave<br>- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area<br>- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant<br>- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)<br>- Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home<br>- Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns<br>- Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways<br>- Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons<br>- Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<br>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 25,183.00 - 25,992.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-05-07T02:01:11.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-13T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/535b6743-234d-4fa2-a397-9b26e7ec7609.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"aac2a706-d733-42b8-8c18-4c621605f11c","title":"Housing First Co-Ordinator","employer":"Hightown Housing Association","department":"","location":"Dacorum","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>About the role</strong></p><p>You would be responsible for co-ordinating and delivering a flexible outreach service providing a personalised support service to people with complex needs in line with the Housing First principles. You would be part of a team creating long term sustainable tenancies to help the most vulnerable people off the streets of Dacorum with occasional work in St Albans.</p><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>You`ll be driven by the desire to make a difference and have the ability to understand the complex needs associated with those who have been street homeless for a considerate period of time.</p><p>Desired qualities will include:</p><ul>\n<li><p>Experience of providing intensive case management and wrap-around support and advocacy to service users.</p></li>\n<li><p>Experience of project management and/or monitoring referrals to community services and external partner agencies.</p></li>\n<li><p>Acting calmly and responding professionally in stressful and difficult situations.</p></li>\n</ul><p>You must be a car driver and have access to a vehicle to undertake the role. This post will require occasional evening and weekend work to support the service provided.</p><p><br><strong>The Benefits</strong></p><p>We offer a range of benefits which include:</p><ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>\n<li>£32,292 pa for a 37.5 hour a week contract</li>\n<li>Regular support from your line manager and colleagues</li>\n<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li>\n<li>Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary</li>\n<li>Annual salary and cost of living review</li>\n<li>Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing</li>\n<li>Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support</li>\n<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>\n<li>Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a £130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us</li>\n<li>Friendly and supportive team environment</li>\n<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>\n<li>Mileage paid for car usage</li>\n</ul><p><strong>About Us</strong></p><p>Hightown is a charitable housing association operating principally in Hertfordshire, Berkshire and Buckinghamshire. We believe everyone should have a home and the support they need, so our aim is to build new homes and to provide excellent housing and support.</p><p>We currently manage over 9,300 homes and employ over 1,000 full and part time staff from our head office in Hemel Hempstead. We have an annual turnover of £120 million and a development programme that will deliver around 450 new affordable homes each year.</p><p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p><p>If you are interested in joining our friendly team, please apply below.</p><p>Please see below for a copy of the Housing First Co-Ordinator job description.</p><p>To stay safe in your job search we recommend that you visit SAFERjobs, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat job scams. Visit the SAFERjobs website for information on common scams and to get free, expert advice for a safer job search.</p><p>We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£32292 Per Annum","publishDate":"2025-05-06T12:28:08.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-03T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/d0cce3b1-b2e1-4d14-86ac-ffff2ce27737.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"bcc04031-3124-4077-bccb-f69eb673db53","title":"Deputy Team Manager - MASH","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Luton Town Hall","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the job</strong><br><strong>Salary: £45,718 - £48,710 a year plus £3,203 car benefit allowance<br>Hours per week: 37<br>Contract type: Permanent</strong><br> <br>Are you an experienced and passionate social work professional looking for the next step in your career? We are seeking two Deputy Team Managers to join our Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH), where you will play a key role in leading and supporting our dedicated team. You will work alongside the Team Manager to provide leadership, supervision, and support to a team of Social Workers and Senior Practitioners. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of social work practice, ensuring that training and development opportunities are maximized, and supporting staff.<br> <br><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>You will prioritise the most vulnerable and at-risk children, providing professional oversight and ensuring that cases are assessed and actioned appropriately. Working within Luton's Practice Framework, you will make informed recommendations, escalate cases where necessary, and collaborate with relevant services in line with local thresholds. You will be confident in supporting external partner agencies to understand the role of social care and offer guidance where needed.<br> <br>You will have substantial post-qualifying experience in child and family social work, with a deep understanding of safeguarding and risk management. Demonstrated experience in coaching and mentoring staff is essential, alongside the ability to support the Team Manager in leading, motivating, and developing a high-performing team. You should be confident in making sound professional judgments, particularly in high-risk situations involving children and families. A relevant professional qualification (e.g., Dip SW, CQSW) and registration with Social Work England are required.<br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong>- that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br><strong>Application process</strong><br><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person's criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong><br><strong>Additional information</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<ul> <li>\n<strong>From 25to 32days' annual leave:</strong> linked to length of service and grade</li> <li>\n<strong>Buying annual leave scheme: </strong>buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li> <li>\n<strong>Career Pathways:</strong> step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li> <li>\n<strong>Pension scheme: </strong>with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li> <li>\n<strong>Generous relocation package: </strong>up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li> <li>\n<strong>Employee Assistance Programme:</strong> a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li> <li>\n<strong>Work/life balance:</strong> flexible working options including working from home where possible. W e welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns </li> <li>\n<strong>Training and support: </strong>unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li> <li>\n<strong>Staff offers:</strong> includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li> <li>\n<strong>Arriva Travel Club:</strong> great value savings on local bus travel</li> <li>\n<strong>Friday Funday Socials -</strong> One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li> </ul>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 45,718.00 - 48,710.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-05-03T02:01:31.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-18T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/5cd24423-9966-4933-8a16-52013d6458a8.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d189086c-af75-414b-8778-bb3d0fc6dd37","title":"Deputy Team Manager - Leaving Care Team","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Town Hall Extension","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the job</strong><br><strong>Salary: £45,718 - £48,710 a year pro rata plus £5,000 market supplement allowance and £3,203 car benefit allowance a year pro rata<br>Hours per week: 37<br>Contract type: Fixed term for 12 months</strong><br> <br><strong>This position is available as a secondment opportunity for 1 year. If you are a permanent LBC employee, you must have written approval (an email will suffice) from your manager prior to applying and a copy will need to be submitted with your application. Please note: we will not be able to proceed with your application form without your manager's permission.</strong><br> <br> Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people leaving care? <br> Do you have the experience, resilience, and leadership skills to help shape and deliver high-quality support services to care leavers as they move into adulthood? <br> <br> We're looking for a Deputy Team Manager to join our dynamic Leaving Care Team, supporting young people aged 16-25 on their journey to independence. This is your opportunity to be part of a dedicated, multi-disciplinary team making a lasting impact. <br> <br> As Deputy Team Manager, you'll work closely with the Team Manager to lead and inspire a committed team within our Corporate Parenting Service. You'll help shape service delivery, manage resources and budgets, and support frontline professionals to deliver tailored interventions that meet the complex and evolving needs of care-experienced young people. <br> <br> Your key responsibilities will include:<ul> <li> Supporting the operational management of the Leaving Care Team. </li> <li> Leading on complex casework, including safeguarding and statutory responsibilities. </li> <li> Coaching, mentoring, and supervising staff to maintain high standards of practice. </li> <li> Contributing to training and staff development. </li> <li> Representing the service at internal and external meetings. </li> </ul>You'll ensure children and young people's voices are heard, their individual needs are understood, and their welfare safeguarded - all while striving for the best possible outcomes in education, health, employment, and emotional well-being. <br> <br> <strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong> <br><strong>About you</strong><br>We're seeking a confident, empathetic leader with:<ul> <li>Substantial experience in a children's social care environment, especially with safeguarding, child protection, and statutory casework.</li> <li>A strong track record of complex decision making and supporting practitioners through high-risk cases.</li> <li>Excellent knowledge of relevant legislation, frameworks, and performance standards related to Children's Services.</li> <li>Experience in coaching, mentoring and developing staff, helping teams to thrive and deliver exceptional care.</li> <li>Ability to write complex reports and communicate effectively across a range of audiences.</li> <li>A recognised professional Social Work qualification (DipSW, CQSW or equivalent) and current Social Work England registration.</li> </ul>If you're committed to empowering care leavers and supporting your team to provide outstanding services, we'd love to hear from you.<br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong>- that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br> <br> We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce thatreflects the diversity of our borough <br><strong>Application process</strong><br><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person's criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong><br><strong>Additional information</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<ul> <li>\n<strong>From 25to 32days' annual leave:</strong> linked to length of service and grade</li> <li>\n<strong>Buying annual leave scheme: </strong>buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li> <li>\n<strong>Career Pathways:</strong> step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li> <li>\n<strong>Pension scheme: </strong>with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li> <li>\n<strong>Generous relocation package: </strong>up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li> <li>\n<strong>Employee Assistance Programme:</strong> a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li> <li>\n<strong>Work/life balance:</strong> flexible working options including working from home where possible. W e welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns </li> <li>\n<strong>Training and support: </strong>unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li> <li>\n<strong>Staff offers:</strong> includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li> <li>\n<strong>Arriva Travel Club:</strong> great value savings on local bus travel</li> <li>\n<strong>Friday Funday Socials -</strong> One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li> </ul>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 45,718.00 - 48,710.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-05-03T02:01:31.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-11T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/9aa64673-c039-4b90-8ca6-0c6962293d6f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"b7f03a7c-ec22-4d24-b94a-56ec09cd37f9","title":"Vehicle Technician","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Central Depot","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the job</strong><br><strong>Salary: £35,235 - £37,938 a year</strong><br><strong>Hours per week: 37</strong><br><strong>Contract type: Permanent</strong><br> <br>We are looking for a Vehicle Technician to join our Fleet Transport team. You'll be required to complete a comprehensive range of technical, technological and mechanical multi-skilled work including diagnosing, inspecting, servicing and repair of vehicles, plant and specialist equipment in a safe, efficient and economical manner, following current legislation, Luton Council's maintenance policy and all relevant Health & Safety policies.<br> <br>You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of different vehicles used across the Council. A tool allowance of £762.03 a year is eligible for this role and also unsociable hours payment (to be confirmed).<br> <br><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience of diagnosing, repairing and maintaining a range of heavy and light commercial vehicles and plant equipment. You'll need to be able to communicate effectively with others, including persuading and influencing customers and members of the public, ensuring you give clear instructions, advice, information and estimates of time and costs both verbally and in writing.<br> <br>Some experience of supervision within a workshop repair, maintenance facility or similar is essential. You must have knowledge of the application and practice of Health & Safety legislation within a vehicle maintenance and repair environment.<br> <br>A City and Guilds Full Technological Certificate, NVQ L3 or equivalent experience and training is essential, as well as a Category C driving license.<br> <br> This is a public facing role so you'll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English <br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong> - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br> <br> We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce thatreflects the diversity of our borough <br><strong>Application Process</strong><br> On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <strong><br></strong><br><strong>Benefits</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br>- From 25 to 32 days' annual leave: linked to length of service and grade<br>- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave<br>- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area<br>- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant<br>- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)<br>- Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home<br>- Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns<br>- Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways<br>- Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons<br>- Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<br>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 35,235.00 - 37,938.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-05-02T02:01:19.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-15T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/0a4c6284-29e5-4be6-9640-678b195f0d46.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"4770654c-3389-4969-a76a-60c6d13e34ce","title":"Mockingbird Liasion Officer","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Luton","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the job</strong><br><strong>Salary: £41,511 - £44,711 a year pro rata plus £963 essential car user allowance (subject to criteria)<br>Hours per week: 18.5<br>Contract type: Fixed-term for 1 year</strong><br> <br><strong>This position is available as a secondment opportunity for 1 year. If you are a permanent LBC employee, you must have written approval (an email will suffice) from your manager prior to applying and a copy will need to be submitted with your application. Please note: we will not be able to proceed with your application form without your manager's permission.</strong><br> <br>Luton Borough Council has partnered with The Fostering Network to deliver the Mockingbird Family Model. This is an extended family model that aims to improve the stability of fostering placements and strengthen the relationships between carers, children and young people, fostering services and birth families.<br> <br>This is a vital new role where you'll collaborate with key partners to develop the understanding and commitment needed to sustain the Mockingbird Model. The Liaison Worker will have a lead on identifying Foster Carers to the constellation, and work with families in the constellation to create an extended family community for children and young people.<br> <br>You'll provide effective communication about the offer and work of the Mockingbird Constellation and ensure that the Fostering and social work teams work effectively with the constellation and Hub Carer.<br> <br><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>You are a passionate and experienced social work professional, bringing substantial post-qualifying expertise in fostering and child and family social work. With a deep understanding of the needs of young people in care, you have developed a high level of competence in the fostering field, aligning your practice with national standards and best practice guidance.<br> <br>Your skills and knowledge will help to support/supervise the hub foster carer to arrange support groups, activities and coffee mornings for the other foster carers/children in the constellation. You will need to have a good understanding of the challenges that foster carers face and have experience of working directly with children who have experienced trauma, attachment challenges, and associated disorders, and you bring both empathy and insight to your approach.<br> <br>A skilled communicator, you're able to present complex reports and deliver impactful presentations tailored to a range of audiences. You thrive in collaborative environments, contributing to team-based problem-solving with a solution-focused mindset.<br> <br>Building meaningful relationships is at the heart of your work-whether with children, carers, or colleagues-and your ability to engage people from all backgrounds is one of your key strengths.<br> <br>You hold a DipSW, CQSW, or an equivalent recognised qualification in social work, and you are registered with Social Work England.<br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong>- that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br> <br> We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce thatreflects the diversity of our borough <br><strong>Application process</strong><br><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person's criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong><br><strong>Additional information</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<ul> <li>\n<strong>From 25to 32days' annual leave:</strong> linked to length of service and grade</li> <li>\n<strong>Buying annual leave scheme: </strong>buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li> <li>\n<strong>Career Pathways:</strong> step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li> <li>\n<strong>Pension scheme: </strong>with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li> <li>\n<strong>Generous relocation package: </strong>up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li> <li>\n<strong>Employee Assistance Programme:</strong> a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li> <li>\n<strong>Work/life balance:</strong> flexible working options including working from home where possible. 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At Peabody, we are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Support Worker to join our team. In this role, you'll provide housing-related support to vulnerable adults, including those with a dual diagnosis of mental health conditions and substance misuse, helping them build confidence, resilience, and independence. Our approach is person-centred, recovery-focused, and trauma-informed, ensuring we meet our customers where they are with kindness and care.<br><br>As a Mental Health Support Worker, no two days will be the same. Your typical day will begin with a handover from a colleague to ensure continuity of support. You'll start by checking in with a customer, followed by updates to their support plans and safety assessments to reflect their evolving needs. You'll carry out flat or room inspections to identify repairs, health and safety concerns, or fire risks. Later, you might plan a group activity aimed at helping customers enhance their independent life skills.<br><br>You will play a vital role in supporting the practical needs and well-being of residents while promoting their recovery and independent living skills. Your work will also involve assisting residents in maximising their income, accessing benefits, and budgeting for domestic bills and living expenses. Through your efforts, you'll directly contribute to helping customers thrive and lead more fulfilling lives.<br><br><strong>This role will require and Enhanced DBS, valid full UK driving license and access to a vehicle. </strong><br><br>You are a people person who is caring, compassionate, and committed to making a difference. You'll thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with colleagues and partner agencies on safeguarding, welfare, and risk concerns. With a proactive approach and a genuine desire to support others, you will embody our values:<ul> <li><strong>Be kind</strong></li> <li><strong>Do the right thing</strong></li> <li><strong>Love new ideas</strong></li> <li><strong>Celebrate diversity</strong></li> <li><strong>Keep our promises</strong></li> <li><strong>Pull together</strong></li>\n</ul><strong>To be successful in this role, you'll need to:</strong><ul> <li>Demonstrate experience and knowledge of best practices for supporting mental health client groups or vulnerable adults, including recovery-focused and trauma-informed approaches.</li> <li>Understand how to assist vulnerable adults in managing their tenancy or accommodation.</li> <li>Be skilled in promoting recovery and independence through effective recovery/support plans.</li> <li>Show empathy and align with Peabody's values when working with a vulnerable client group.</li>\n</ul><strong>Here are just a few of the benefits of working at Peabody: </strong><ul> <li>30 days' annual holiday, plus bank holidays</li> <li>two additional paid volunteering days each year </li> <li>flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal </li> <li>4 x salary life assurance</li> <li>up to 10% pension contribution</li>\n</ul><strong>Are you ready to apply? </strong><br><br>If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist, <strong>Chloe Singleton</strong> at <strong>chloe.singleton@peabody.org.uk</strong><br><br><strong>Interviews will be on-going </strong><br><br><strong>PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer</strong>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£24,935","publishDate":"2025-05-02T01:06:14.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-22T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/05526637-d4fd-45f3-83f7-9f76a2b6aa53.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"80392b91-8002-4dab-bba4-6fdab9dccb71","title":"Scheme Manager - Culverton Court (Princes Risborough)","employer":"Hightown Housing Association","department":"","location":"Princes Risborough","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>C&SH Scheme Manager - Culverton Court</strong></p><p><strong>About the role</strong></p><p><span>Are you passionate about making a difference and thrive in dynamic environments? Join us as an experienced Scheme Manager to review support plans, supervise staff, manage change, and bring creative ideas to enhance our service.</span></p><p><span></span></p><p><span>Culverton Court is a property consisting of 24 purpose built one-bedroom flats. The scheme was purpose built to provide support for individuals living with a mental illness. It is located in the small town of Princes Risborough in Buckinghamshire which provides access to many community opportunities for the people we support in order to develop individual personal goals. With the support of the staff that are located onsite 24/7 a plan is created considering a trauma informed and psychologically informed environment (PIE).</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>These are exciting times to join Hightown, with the imminent role out of a new support plan an assessment tool (Nourish). As the Scheme manager you will be expected to lead with a positive approach to introduce change. Ideally you will have an experience of working in mental ill health and have a good understanding of best current practice and approaches. You will be flexible to ensure that a person-centred approach in offered that meets the need of the individual rather than one size fits all.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>The Scheme has been rated as Excellent by PAMMs inspectors over a long period, and it will take a special leader to work alongside the experienced staff team to continue and expand on this performance. </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>Experience of a multi-agency approach and joint working with other professionals to achieve the best outcomes is important. This includes the ability to challenge decisions that you do not agree with and suggest alternative solutions in a professional way. A knowledge of supporting individuals with autism, personality disorders, schizophrenia and a wide range of clinical diagnosis without judgement would be beneficial but full training will be provided.</span></p><p> </p><p>You will be responsible for managing the scheme rota and budgets and recruitment and induction of new staff.<strong> </strong>This role may also require managerial shifts covering the weekend where necessary to ensure full and consistent cover of all shifts.</p><p>It is essential that you have a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.</p><p>We are keen to recruit an individual who shares and demonstrates our values, which are:</p><ul>\n<li>Putting our residents and service users first</li>\n<li>Treating people with respect, promoting independence and choice</li>\n<li>Developing passionate and committed teams</li>\n<li>Being cost effective without compromising standards or safety</li>\n</ul><p><strong>The benefits</strong></p><p>In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a considerable benefits package which includes:</p><ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>\n<li>£33,054 pa for a 37.5 hour week</li>\n<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li>\n<li>Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary</li>\n<li>Annual salary and cost of living review</li>\n<li>Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing</li>\n<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>\n<li>Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a £130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us</li>\n<li>Friendly and supportive team environment</li>\n<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>\n<li>Mileage paid for car usage</li>\n<li>Fully paid DBS</li>\n</ul><p>We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£33054 Per Annum","publishDate":"2025-05-01T14:28:37.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-29T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/bf037d89-b103-45c6-8c18-85bcfacadfb2.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"791129a8-5ee7-4959-bf6f-02ddc4bb8abf","title":"Estate Services Caretaker","employer":"Peabody","department":"","location":"Houghton Regis","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>The vacancy</strong><br><br><strong>This role is on a Part-Time basis - 15 hours a week, Monday, Tuesday, Friday - 7.30-12.30</strong><br><br>Your typical day could start with carrying out internal communal area lighting checks and replacing blown light bulbs. Then you might be carrying out a range of cleaning activities in allocated areas.<br><br>As an<strong> Estate Services Caretaker,</strong> you'll be providing a high quality, customer focused caretaking service. With a particular focus on maintaining our estates, you'll actively work in partnership with key colleagues to manage effective service delivery, developing and improving Peabody's caretaking services to residents and ensuring we take full account of residents' needs.<br><br>You're a people person who likes to get things done. You'll enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and you're first rate at delivering excellent customer care. To be successful in this role you'll need to be on site five days a week.<br><br>Your role covers all aspects of caretaking/cleaning services. If you're a customer focused individual, then we want to hear from you.<br><br>To be a success in this role, you're:<ul> <li>Have a full, clean UK driving licence.</li> <li>Experienced within a caretaking/cleaning environment.</li> <li>Able to demonstrate practical experience in the use of powered equipment.</li>\n</ul><strong>A company van will be provided in order for you to undertake your duties. </strong><br><br>Here are just a few of the benefits of working at Peabody: <br><br>This role will require a Basic DBS check. <strong>A Full UK driving licence is required.</strong><ul> <li>30 days' annual holiday, plus bank holidays</li> <li>two additional paid volunteering days each year </li> <li>flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal </li> <li>4 x salary life assurance</li> <li>up to 10% pension contribution</li>\n</ul>Are you ready to apply? <br><br><strong>Interview Dates - Week commencing 19th May.</strong><br><br>If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist, <strong>George Murphy</strong> at <strong>george.murphy@peabody.org.uk</strong><br><br>PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"15 hours - 11,392.71 - FTE £26,583 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-01T02:57:50.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-14T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/0fed7b85-b81e-4745-8692-0b8e90ee363b.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"1cbaa29a-4569-487e-a708-300847e7bfb7","title":"Female Waking Night Project Worker - Trinity Court Flats","employer":"Hightown Housing Association","department":"","location":"Aylesbury","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>About Us</strong></p><p>Hightown is a charitable housing association operating principally in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire. 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