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<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £26,409 - £28,624 a year Hours per week: 37 or 20 hours a week Contract type: PermanentAre you a compassionate and experienced professional looking to make a difference in social care? Luton Council is looking for a Senior Support Worker 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.In this rewarding and varied role, you'll take the lead in delivering high-quality support that puts people first.Key Responsibilities include: Individual Advocacy: Act as a strong advocate for individuals, ensuring their needs and preferences are respected in all aspects of their day care experience.Team Collaboration: Work effectively both independently and as part of a team, ensuring seamless care delivery and support.Equality in Service: Recognise and address any discrimination in service delivery or in the workplace, taking appropriate action as needed.Community Knowledge: Apply your understanding of the challenges facing individuals with learning disabilities and work to meet their unique needs.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>Essential Skills and Requirements:Experience: Demonstrable background in community work or social care services, in either a paid or voluntary capacity.Flexible Working: Your hours will be between 9 – 5 and flexibility with start and end times to meet service needs, however, your manager will discuss with you your confirmed start and end times. In a case of service wide disruption, willingness to work shifts, including split-shifts, sleep-in, and waking night duties.Mobility: Ability to travel across multiple locations to support service demands.Health &amp; Safety: Physical capability to lift, move, and handle individuals and equipment using appropriate aids, in line with Health and Safety regulations after training.Communication: Strong spoken English skills to effectively converse with the public and provide accurate advice.Education and training: Have or be willing to work towards a QCF Level 3 in Care<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– 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.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?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application process</h2>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.On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received.<h2>Additional information</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: <ul><li>From 25&nbsp;to 32&nbsp;days’ annual leave:&nbsp;linked to length of service and grade</li><li>Buying annual leave scheme:&nbsp;buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li><li>Career Pathways:&nbsp;step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li><li>Pension scheme:&nbsp;with generous employer contributions of up to&nbsp;20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li><li>Generous relocation package:&nbsp;up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme:&nbsp;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>Work/life balance:&nbsp;flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</li><li>Training and support:&nbsp;unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li><li>Staff offers:&nbsp;includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li><li>Arriva Travel Club:&nbsp;great value savings on local bus travel</li><li>Friday Funday Socials -&nbsp;One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li></ul><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1564102&amp;ptId=11488" target="_blank">download: L4 Senior Support Worker - Day Opportunities PREF103587 202209 sept22.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1564103&amp;ptId=11488" target="_blank">download: ASC+Map-compressed.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1564104&amp;ptId=11488" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Senior Support Worker

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About the role 
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Advanced Social Work Practitioner to join our dynamic Child Protection and Children in Need Team. In this pivotal role, you will manage the most complex and high-risk cases, ensuring timely and effective interventions that safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people. You will also act as a mentor and consultant to colleagues, and represent the service, play a key role in supporting the Team Manager by role modelling best practice and providing supervision to social workers. You will act as a subject matter expert in responding to the needs of children and their families, ensuring that interventions are timely, effective, and child-centred. A crucial part of your role will be to assist in overseeing the quality of practice and performance across the team, helping to ensure that children who need help and protection experience safe, consistent 
support and make meaningful progress. 
About Enfield Council 
Enfield Council is committed to delivering high-quality services that make a real difference to the lives of our residents. We are proud of our diverse community and work collaboratively across departments and with external partners to ensure the best outcomes for children and families. Our values of openness, respect, responsibility, and working together underpin everything we do. 
About you 
You will be a qualified and registered social worker with substantial post-qualifying experience in statutory children’s services. You will have a proven track record of managing complex cases, delivering high-quality assessments and interventions, and working effectively with multi-agency partners. Your ability to lead, mentor, and inspire others will be key, as will your in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, child development, and best practice in safeguarding. 
Our offer to you 
In addition to a competitive salary and generous benefits package, we offer a supportive and inclusive working environment where your professional development is a priority. You will have access to high-quality training, regular supervision, and opportunities to contribute to service development. We value your expertise and are committed to helping you grow in your career. 
Contact Details 
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Ana McLeod on 0208 132 0585 for an informal discussion. 
If you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Andy Kingsbury, Recruitment &amp; Onboarding Advisor on 0208 078 5976 or <a href="mailto:andy.kingsbury@enfield.gov.uk" target="_blank">andy.kingsbury@enfield.gov.uk</a> 
 
Enfield’s Social Care Centre of Excellence confirms our commitment to creating and maintaining an environment for new and existing staff to be the best and deliver high quality social work to our most vulnerable children and young people. It brings our recruitment, professional development and support into the one portal for social care staff to see what we have to offer and how we are supporting them to continue to learn and develop on a professional basis. For more information please visit <a href="https://new.enfield.gov.uk/centreofexcellence/about-us/" target="_blank">https://new.enfield.gov.uk/centreofexcellence/about-us/</a> 
“This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment”. 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV. 
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: 
 
 - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 
 - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. 
 - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. 
 - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. 
 - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. 
 - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. 
 - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. 
 - 1 month's paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers working in Children's Social Care. 
 
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more. 
If you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.

London Borough of Enfield

Advanced Social Work Practitioner

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £25,183 - £25,992 a year (pro rata for under 37hrs) Hours per week: Various Contract type: PermanentAre you a compassionate and experienced professional looking to make a difference in social care? Luton Council is looking for a Support Worker 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.As a Support Worker, you’ll be part of a caring and dedicated team focused on improving wellbeing, independence and quality of life for individuals across our community.Key Responsibilities include: Individual Advocacy: Act as a strong advocate for individuals, ensuring their needs and preferences are respected in all aspects of their day care experience.Team Collaboration: Work effectively both independently and as part of a team, ensuring seamless care delivery and support.Equality in Service: Recognise and address any discrimination in service delivery or in the workplace, taking appropriate action as needed.Community Knowledge: Apply your understanding of the challenges facing individuals with learning disabilities and work to meet their unique needs.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You’re someone who thrives on making a difference and brings empathy, energy and a team spirit to everything you do.Essential Skills and Requirements:Experience: Demonstrable background in community work or social care services, in either a paid or voluntary capacity.Flexible Working: Your hours will be between 9 – 5 and flexibility with start and end times to meet service needs, however, your manager will discuss with you your confirmed start and end times. In a case of service wide disruption, willingness to work shifts, including split-shifts, sleep-in, and waking night duties.Mobility: Ability to travel across multiple locations to support service demands.Health &amp; Safety: Physical capability to lift, move, and handle individuals and equipment using appropriate aids, in line with Health and Safety regulations after training.Communication: Strong spoken English skills to effectively converse with the public and provide accurate advice.Education and training: Have or be willing to work towards a QCF Level 3 in CareUnderstand the needs of people with learning disabilities and approach your work with fairness and inclusion at its core.This is a public facing role so you’ll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – 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.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?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>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. On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - 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 - 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 - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1559480&amp;ptId=11482" target="_blank">download: L3 Support Worker Day Opportunities 1103340INQ 202111 Nov21.doc</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1559481&amp;ptId=11482" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1559483&amp;ptId=11482" target="_blank">download: ASC+Map-compressed.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Support Worker

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview The London Borough of Harrow is looking for a passionate and organised Conversation Café Engagement Coordinator to join the Adults and Public Health directorate. This new role supports vulnerable residents, including disabled people, unpaid carers, older adults, and those with long-term health conditions. You will work alongside the Conversation Café Lead to set up and support multiple weekly events across East Harrow, providing guidance and signposting to vital services. The role involves strong partnership working with internal teams, health services, charities, businesses, and community organisations to promote wellbeing, inclusion, and access to support for all residents. This is a part time, fixed-term contract for a 12 month period. We have 3 vacancies at 2x27 hours and 1x21 hours. The working hours include evenings and weekends. About You The candidate will have:<ul><li>The ability to enagage at ease with residents who may have disabilities, unpaid carers, pensioners and those with long term health conditions. </li><li>Ability to demonstrate personal resilience and autonomy when working in challenging situations and dealing with contentious issues and finding workable solutions.</li><li>Detailed working knowledge of guidance/procedures/policies relative to the service area.</li><li>Understanding of the Care Act (2014). </li><li>Experience in setting up and delivering community facing events.</li><li>Ability to deliver live presentations. </li><li>Experience / knowledge of the community support available to people who use social care services and unpaid Carers.</li><li>Extensive experience of Health &amp; Wellbeing. </li><li>Ability to network with partner organisations, charities and in-house departments. </li><li>Experience of benefit entitlement including application and appeal processes. </li><li>Willingness to wear the provided uniform. </li><li>Experience in research and managing communications internally and externally. </li><li>ICT literate. </li><li>Ability to communicate in the English language. </li><li>Experience of managing challenging situations. </li><li>Experience in managing risk. </li><li>First Aid, Food Safety L1, Health &amp; Safety, L2, and Conflict Management training. </li><li>Valid UK Drivers Licence with access to a vehicle. </li><li>Willingness to train to drive a minibus. </li><li>Willingness to work outdoors in all weather. </li></ul>This role is subject to Enhanced DBS (Childrens &amp; Adults). Interviews will take place in person only. Related Documents For more information, please go through <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=23185&amp;hashed=1237318926" target="_blank">Role Profile/ Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href="www.cifas.org.uk/fpn">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a> 





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Harrow Council

Conversation Café Engagement Coordinator

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Are you passionate about creating safer futures for children and families affected by domestic abuse? We are seeking a dedicated Domestic Abuse Perpetrator Worker to join our team and play a crucial role in addressing the root causes of domestic abuse. 
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Domestic Abuse Team supporting and protecting children, young people and families who are affected by Domestic Abuse. The team is made up of Social Workers and an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) and we support families who are open to Children’s Social Care on Child in Need and Child Protection plans. 
 
Key Responsibilities of the Perpetrator worker: 
• Conduct risk assessments in partnership with children’s social workers. 
• Deliver targeted 1:1 interventions with individuals who have perpetrated domestic abuse. 
• Support colleagues in developing confidence and best practices for engaging with perpetrators. 
• Promote trauma-informed and risk-aware approaches throughout your work. 
• Maintain accurate, timely records using online systems. 
• Work collaboratively with internal and external partners, including probation services. 
 
About You: 
• Proven experience working with individuals who have perpetrated domestic abuse. 
• Strong understanding of the impact of domestic abuse on children and survivors. 
• Knowledge of safeguarding, risk management, and trauma-informed practices. 
• Organised, proactive, and confident in working both independently and as part of a team. 
• Comfortable working in a hybrid model across home, office, and partner agency settings. 
 
Contact Details - 
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Laura Henry on 0208 132 2354 for an informal discussion. 
Enfield’s Social Care Centre of Excellence confirms our commitment to creating and maintaining an environment for new and existing staff to be the best and deliver high quality social work to our most vulnerable children and young people. It brings our recruitment, professional development and support into the one portal for social care staff to see what we have to offer and how we are supporting them to continue to learn and develop on a professional basis. For more information please visit <a href="https://new.enfield.gov.uk/centreofexcellence/about-us/" target="_blank">https://new.enfield.gov.uk/centreofexcellence/about-us/</a> 
“This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment”. 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV. 
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: 
 
 - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 
 - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. 
 - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. 
 - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. 
 - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. 
 - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. 
 - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. 
 - 1 month's paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers working in Children's Social Care. 
 
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more. 
If you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.

Domestic Abuse Perpetrator Worker

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Job Title:&nbsp;Housing Support Worker
Location:&nbsp;Non residential service which is based in Brent (Close to the Civic Centre), you will provide support based in the main office and in the wider community, including homes
Salary:&nbsp;£27,000
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;12 month fixed term contract,37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday on a rota which can range between 08:00 - 16:00, 09:00 - 17:00 and 10:00 - 18:00. You may be required to work outside these hours dependent on service and participant requirements.&nbsp;
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to support individuals with multiple, complex needs on their journey towards recovery, reablement, and independence, all within a compassionate, trauma-informed environment.
In this role, you'll be at the &nbsp;heart of delivering high-quality, person-centered support to vulnerable adults who have been or are at risk of homelessness. They are identified as having low/medium support needs. You will create tailored support plans to provide practical interventions, to empower our participants to overcome personal challenges, develop life skills, and achieve their personal goals. You will also work closely in partnership with various organisations to support the different needs of our participants, which may include signposting. Join us on the journey to empowering people to be the best versions of themselves! Our participants include:
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<li>Single homeless individuals between ages of 18 to 60</li>
<li>Socially excluded individuals</li>
<li>Ex-Offenders</li>
<li>People with substance misuse</li>
<li>People who suffer with their Mental Health (Low)</li>
<li>People who have a Learning disability (Low/Medium)</li>
</ul>
About you
This role is ideal for someone who has a real passion towards helping others to achieve greater independence. You will thrive in a person centred environment with real compassion and a non-judgmental attitude, understanding that people face different life experiences and sometimes just need that extra support to get back on their feet. We're looking for someone with a genuine passion and felt purpose to help people, challenge stigma, and make a real difference to people’s lives! You will have:
<ul>
<li>Understanding of the housing support needs that people with multiple, and complex needs face</li>
<li>Experience of working with people of complex backgrounds and/or a good understanding of the sector</li>
<li>Ability to use, learn and adapt to IT at an intermediate level, including Microsoft and other software programs</li>
<li>Ability and willingness to show flexibility of working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents</li>
<li>Understanding and/or practical knowledge of the social and societal marginalisation that can be attached to people with complex needs</li>
<li>Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency</li>
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Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
What we offer
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<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>
<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>
<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li>
<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>
<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>
<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>
<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>
<li>EDI Ambassador programme</li>
<li>Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives.</li>
<li>Join an organisation with a mission to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.</li>
</ul>
We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives and experiences of all of our employees. We have a team of staff ambassadors who volunteer to actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity. They embrace this unique opportunity to deliver awareness, events, and developments to our organisation to support us in ensuring our value of Inclusivity is embedded throughout the organisation.&nbsp;
SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity.&nbsp;
About Social Interest Group (SIG)
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.&nbsp; Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be" target="_blank">Theory of Change</a>&nbsp;Further details can be found on our website here:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>.&nbsp;
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.&nbsp;
For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a>&nbsp;or call our central office on&nbsp;<a href="tel:02036689270" target="_blank">020 3668 9270</a>&nbsp;to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back.&nbsp;
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Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.&nbsp;
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our&nbsp;<a href="https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/" target="_blank">website</a>.
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6 Social Care Jobs in Stevenage, UK