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Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be\">Theory of Change</a></p>\n<p>Further details can be found on our website here: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>. </p>\n<p><strong>ADDITIONAL INFORMATION</strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our <a href=\"https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/\">website</a>.</p>\n<p>For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a> or call us on <a href=\"tel:02036689270\">020 3668 9270</a></p>\n<p>Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. 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We have a team of ambassadors who are staff volunteers and actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity. 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. 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Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be\">Theory of Change</a></p>\n<p>Further details can be found on our website here: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>. </p>\n<p><strong>ADDITIONAL INFORMATION</strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our <a href=\"https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/\">website</a>. We are an inclusive employer, committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). </p>\n<p>For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a> or call us on <a href=\"tel:02036689270\">020 3668 9270</a></p>\n<p>Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. 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We have an annual turnover of £120 million and a development programme that will deliver around 500 new affordable homes each year.</p>\n<p><strong>The Benefits</strong></p>\n<p>We offer a range of benefits which include:</p>\n<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>£42,588 pa for a 35 hour a week contract</li>\n<li>Regular support from your line manager and colleagues</li>\n<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance (Dependant on start date and contract length)</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<li>Well-equipped on-site gym</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Closing date: Wednesday 16th October 2024</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview date: Friday 25th October 2024</strong></p>\n<p>We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer.</p>\n<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. 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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 8,000 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 over 400 new affordable homes each year.</p>\n<p><strong>About the role </strong></p>\n<p>The young people’s supported housing services are a dedicated team committed to providing supporting and empowering environments for young people aged 16 – 18 years who are under the care of the Local Authority. Our approach is rooted in the principles of psychologically informed environments (PIE), ensuring that our services are tailored to meet the psychological and emotional needs of those we support. We believe in creating safe, welcoming spaces that foster growth, resilience and positive change, whilst adhering to Ofsted regulations.</p>\n<p>We are seeking a compassionate and dynamic support worker to join our team. In this role you will provide flexible and responsive support to the young people, adapting to their individual needs and circumstances. Your work will be guided by the principles of PIE, ensuring that all interactions are trauma-informed and empathetic.</p>\n<p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Provide one to one and group support to young people, helping them achieve their personal goals and improve their well-being.</li>\n<li>Build trusting and respectful relationships with young people, understanding their unique backgrounds and challenges.</li>\n<li>Collaborate with colleagues and external agencies to deliver a coordinated and holistic support plan.</li>\n<li>Where required support young people to attend appointments both in house & externally.</li>\n<li>Conduct assessments and develop individualised support plans in partnership with young people.</li>\n<li>Promote a safe, inclusive and PIE across all service settings.</li>\n<li>Ability to work on a 4 week rolling rota, covering a mixture of 7am-3pm & 2pm-10pm shifts, including weekends.</li>\n<li>Facilitate activities and interventions that support personal development, resilience and social inclusion.</li>\n<li>Maintain accurate and up to date records of support provided and progress made.</li>\n<li>Participate in regular training and supervision to enhance skills and knowledge related to PIE.</li>\n<li>Ensure that all practices and services meet Ofsted regulations and standards, maintaining the highest levels of safeguarding and quality support.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Qualifications and experience:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Qualified to NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People/equivalent or willing to work towards achieving the qualifications within the work place.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience working with young people, particularly those facing complex challenges such as family breakdown, challenging behaviour, complex mental health issues or substance misuse.</li>\n<li>Understanding and commitments to the principles of psychologically informed environments (PIE).</li>\n<li>Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt communication to the individual needs of the young person with the ability to engage and motivate.</li>\n<li>Flexibility and adaptability to work across different locations within the community and respond to varying needs.</li>\n<li>Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.</li>\n<li>Commitment to continuous professional development and reflective practice.</li>\n<li>Applicant must be car driver with use of car. Please note that business car insurance is mandatory.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of or willingness to understand Ofsted regulations and standards, with experience in ensuring compliance in a youth support setting.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Safer recruitment requirements:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>All applicants must complete a detailed application form, providing a full employment history and explaining any gaps in employments.</li>\n<li>Applicants will be required to provide at least two professional references, including one from their most recent employer, which will be checked before any offer of employment is made.</li>\n<li>A rigorous interview process will be conducted, which could include scenario-based questions to assess suitability for working with young people in a PIE environment & second stage interviews with our ‘Voicebox’ team, which includes current service users from various schemes. </li>\n<li>All successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service DBS check prior to starting employment. There is a requirement that all employees register on the Update Service. Full costs will be reimbursed. <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/digital-and-online-services\">Update Service and other DBS online services - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)</a>\n</li>\n<li>Verification of qualifications and professional memberships will be conducted.</li>\n<li>Proof of identity and right to work in the UK must be provided.</li>\n<li>Successful candidates must complete a probationary period during which their performance and suitability for the role will be closely monitored.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Competitive salary</li>\n<li>Competitive mileage allowance</li>\n<li>Supportive and inclusive working environment</li>\n<li>Chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people</li>\n<li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service pro rota</li>\n<li>£25,350pa for a 37.5 hour a week contract. Sleep in shifts paid as over-time and not included in the 37.5 hour contract.</li>\n<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performanceMonthly 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>Opportunity for professional development and training 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>Access to the Employee assistance helpline</li>\n<li>Opportunity for overtime</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: Sunday 20th October 2024</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date: Monday 28th October 2024</strong></p>\n<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>\n<p>We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer.</p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£13 Per Hour","publishDate":"2024-10-01T08:36:45.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-20T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/7fd4479d-d653-4e5a-91e8-0ea399747914.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0af6c8ee-3df2-4261-b42e-bdcfa6779b97","title":"HR & Payroll Officer","employer":"Hertfordshire County Council","department":"","location":"Stevenage","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> HR & Payroll Officer<br><strong>Starting Salary:</strong> £29,269 opportunity to progress to £32,076 - Pay Increase pending<br><strong>Hours:</strong> 37.0<br><strong>Location:</strong> Stevenage<br><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Permanent<br><strong>Directorate:</strong> Resources</p>\n<h2 class=\"lumesse-section-header lumesse-section-header-1\">About the team</h2>\n<p>This is an exciting opportunity to join the Payroll Team as a Payroll Specialist supporting the delivery of consistent, high quality payroll services to Hertfordshire County Council and several other clients.</p>\n<p>This role forms part of an experienced team, who work in a fast-paced environment and are dedicated to delivering the payroll service to approximately 28 000 employees across various companies. You will not only support the delivery of this service but should be proactive in identifying opportunities for process improvements.</p>\n<h2 class=\"lumesse-section-header lumesse-section-header-2\">About the role</h2>\n<p>You will provide payroll advice in support of service delivery and resolve complex payroll related queries from both managers and employees.</p>\n<p>You will be required to have an up-to-date knowledge of statutory deductions and legislation and are able to understand and communicate information at all levels, ensuring payroll updates are implemented accordingly.</p>\n<p>You will also need a high level of understanding and expertise with integrated HR/Payroll applications (SAP desirable) and Microsoft Office applications. Experience in payroll, including Tax, NI and overpayment calculations. You should also have excellent communication, keyboard and data entry skills, and a knowledge of Local Government Terms & Conditions would be an advantage.</p>\n<h2 class=\"lumesse-section-header lumesse-section-header-3\">About you</h2>\n<p>Essential Skills:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>A high level of understanding of how HMRC legislation applies to payroll, pensions, and other statutory payments.</li>\n<li>Great attention to detail, ensuring the payroll data is right first time, every time.</li>\n<li>Experience in HR/Payroll applications.</li>\n<li>Excellent communication, organisation, and time management skills.</li>\n<li>Experience using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel.</li>\n<li>The ability to delve into complex payroll queries and investigations, seeing them through to resolution.</li>\n<li>An eye for accuracy and attention to detail.</li>\n<li>A knowledge of Local Government Terms & Conditions would be an advantage.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>This is a great opportunity for someone to enhance their existing Payroll knowledge in a Local Government environment with a diverse range of terms and conditions. This is the perfect role for an organised, pro-active individual, with strong payroll skills looking to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£29,269 opportunity to progress to £32,076","publishDate":"2024-10-01T08:03:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-14T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/ed3114f4-a701-4420-a431-4942311dbbde.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f8009e90-873a-437e-8a91-7fba7f6d9757","title":"Relief Bank Mental Health Recovery Worker - Enfield","employer":"Social Interest Group","department":"","location":"81 Ridge Avenue","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>ABOUT THE ROLE</strong><br><br>As a Mental Health Recovery Worker, you will work at our service in Penrose, supporting with rehabilitation for adults with complex mental health needs. You will empower and motivate our residents and participants to achieve their personal goals and gain greater independence, to support with reintegration into the community. You will provide tailored support and a flexible service which is responsive to individual needs.</p>\n<p><strong>Rota: Flexible shifts - Monday to Sunday including days, evenings, and weekends </strong></p>\n<p><strong>We will be screening applications between the 14th and 18th of October 2024 and holding interviews on the 23rd of October 2024.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>ABOUT THE SERVICE</strong></p>\n<p>Penrose Enfield is a care and support rehabilitation service for adults with complex mental health needs. It provides a total of 24 units of supported accommodation for residents who may also have behaviours that prove challenging to services, including mental health, and medication non-compliance.<br>We support people moving from complex care inpatient rehabilitation service/acute mental health ward and (if appropriate a residential environment), initially into an intensive rehabilitation arrangement that works closely with the mental health rust community rehabilitation team.</p>\n<p>Some of our units provide move on supported accommodation from the intensive support service and provides an alternative to existing residential care provisions. The transition allows our residents and participants to further enhance their life skills.</p>\n<p><strong>ABOUT YOU</strong></p>\n<p>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!<br>We are looking for a team player, driven to provide high quality care and support to others, an effective communicator who is able to build rapport with others from various backgrounds. You will be compassionate, supportive, and empowering to others, whilst able to form effective, positive and motivational relationships.</p>\n<p><strong>OVERVIEW OF KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Develop and sustain therapeutic relationships with our Residents and Participants (R&P), which includes practical and emotional support.</li>\n<li>Support our R&P's with relevant skills, experience, networks, and training to prepare them for resettlement into semi/independent living.</li>\n<li>Support our R&P's with various personal needs as required. </li>\n<li>Participate in, and encourage R&Ps to participate in the running and development of projects, initiatives, training and volunteering.</li>\n<li>Support a caseload of Residents and Participants (R&P), contribute to the development of support plans, risk assessments and reviews.</li>\n<li>Identify resident activity needs and wishes through assessments, observations, and discussions.</li>\n<li>Ensure R&Ps understand their rights and responsibilities, with access to the right tools and resources to support them back into society and build networks.</li>\n<li>Recognise signs of deteriorating mental health and initiate appropriate interventions to prevent a crisis.</li>\n<li>Provide advice, guidance, and support, including life skills training.</li>\n<li>Develop strong internal and external relationships.</li>\n<li>Admin duties will vary, including using our Salesforce Inform system to update records ongoing.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Other responsibilities than those described above may be required to be undertaken from time to time and will be expected to be performed to as long as it is within the capability and level of the position. </p>\n<p><strong>KEY CRITERIA</strong></p>\n<p>What we are looking for:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>IT Proficiency, ability to learn new software programs, basic Microsoft experience is required</li>\n<li>Experience of working with people of complex backgrounds, including in the criminal justice field, mental health, and/or substance misuse <strong>or</strong> a good understanding of the sector</li>\n<li>Understanding of the housing and social needs of people with multiple and complex needs</li>\n<li>Able to influence and negotiate positive outcomes with others</li>\n</ul>\n<p>What we would like, but not essential:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Appropriate qualification: NVQ/Diploma Level 2 in Health & Social Care/Community Justice, or professional equivalent</li>\n<li>Experience of providing housing support and a practical assistance within a residential or outreach support role</li>\n<li>Experience creating co-produced support plans and providing appropriate interventions for service user and liaising with other professionals</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Further details of the responsibilities and key criteria can be found in the JDPS attached.</p>\n<p><strong>WORKING FOR US</strong></p>\n<p><strong>ABOUT US</strong></p>\n<p>Social Interest Group (SIG) believes that good care and support make for better lives. Our values of ambition, empowerment, transparency, and inclusivity drive everything we do. Our mission is to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.</p>\n<p>SIG is a not-for-profit organisation, providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in a range of residential, drop-in centers, community floating support settings (including in peoples own homes), probation settings and people who are in hospital awaiting discharge. We currently do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. We believe in the power of well-planned, well-managed services to make a difference. We work with high standards and external and internal regulatory frameworks.</p>\n<p>Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ashld5Y9cyc\">Theory of Change - YouTube</a></p>\n<p>Further details can be found on our website here: <a href=\"https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/about-us/our-theory-of-change/#:~:text=We%20operate%20a%20Theory%20of,negative%20past%20experiences%20and%20stigma.\">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a> </p>\n<p><strong>Our Values</strong></p>\n<p>Ambition – Eager to succeed and to accomplish as much as possible for our people</p>\n<p>Empowerment – Giving staff and the people we support the tools, training, and information they need to achieve their potential</p>\n<p>Transparency – Upfront and visible about our actions and open to scrutiny from stakeholders, service users, and staff</p>\n<p>Inclusivity – Listening to, understanding, and including all our stakeholders to ensure we make a difference and get things right</p>\n<p><strong>ADDITIONAL INFORMATION</strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our <a href=\"https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/\">website</a>.</p>\n<p>For Recruitment related enquiries, please email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£13.41 p/h","publishDate":"2024-09-26T16:03:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-18T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/205dcad2-bdd3-420a-80f1-fb3a61f78a6c.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"5936cc8d-8891-4671-afba-930d78fb011d","title":"Intensive Needs Support Coach","employer":"Social Interest Group","department":"","location":"Victoria Street","locationType":3,"description":"<p><em>Do you have a genuine passion and felt purpose to help people?</em> <em>Would you say that you believe everyone deserves a second chance regardless of their past circumstances? Would you like to be part of an organisation that supports, cares and empowers these individuals?</em></p>\n<p><strong>ABOUT THE ROLE</strong></p>\n<p><strong>We are seeking a dynamic and self-motivated Enhanced Hostel Intensive Needs Support Coach in Medway to join us on a fixed term contract until 31st March 25 as part of the Rough Sleeper Initiative Project - RSI (this is likely to be extended but is funding dependent) to provide effective practical and personal support and guidance to Pathways’ clients during the period of their stay in our accommodation to enable them to become more resilient and to live independent lives.</strong></p>\n<p>Pathways to Independence is committed to becoming a psychologically informed environment; one which considers and responds to, the potential impact of trauma in every area of its service delivery and design</p>\n<p>The primary responsibility of the RSI Enhanced Hostel Intensive Support Coach will be to provide personalised support and guidance to individuals referred to Pathways to Independence through the Medway Rough Sleepers Initiative. This will include assessing client needs and providing support to meet these needs, completing safety plans, ensuring the client can identify and access relevant services, liaising with other statutory and voluntary agencies to ensure the appropriate support for clients.</p>\n<p>You will be allocated a caseload of between 5 and 7 clients who have a history of non-engagement, rough sleeping and complex needs. You will be expected to be proactive, in engaging clients demonstrating an approachable, flexible and caring style. The Intensive Needs Support Coach will be required to participate in activities to encourage the development of skills and the building of positive relationships within the local community.</p>\n<p><strong>Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm. You may need to work flexibly outside these hours as per the requirements for the service, residents and participants. You will be based across multiple projects in the Medway area.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>ABOUT YOU</strong></p>\n<p>To be successful in this role, you will have great communication and engagement skills, with the maturity to work within a framework of recovery, building confidence, self-esteem, hope and positive coping skills. You will be someone who has high levels of initiative and motivation with the ability to seek out solutions to problems, and most importantly someone who shares our values and be committed to achieving great outcomes for our clients.</p>\n<p>A proactive problem-solver, you excel at managing diverse tasks. You are highly adaptable, work well in fast-paced, ever-changing environments, and are eager to promote a positive and inclusive service. With a trauma-informed, non-judgmental approach, you ensure that you can sensitively address the social and societal challenges faced by those with complex needs, while staying aligned with SIG’s values and mission.</p>\n<p><strong>What are we looking for?</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience of working directly with people who have experienced homelessness, with issues around substance/alcohol use and/or mental health </li>\n<li>Experience and ability to build rapport and develop a good working relationship with clients who are using substances, some of whom may display challenging behaviour</li>\n<li>Experience of communicating, liaising and negotiating effectively with a wide range of people including clients, other staff, and representatives of other agencies such as local authorities and statutory services and the general public to build strong partnerships</li>\n<li>The ability to work in fast paced and pressured environment whilst managing multiple priorities and demands to complete delegated tasks or meet deadlines</li>\n<li>The knowledge, skills and ability to assess the needs of people with substance misuse/mental health and health problems and to formulate support plans and risk assessments</li>\n<li>A clear knowledge and understanding of harm minimisation and how it can be used as an intervention; a working knowledge of other interventions in the substance use field</li>\n<li>Proven ability to demonstrate compassionate and creative work practices with residents to address support needs and/or risks</li>\n<li>An open-minded approach to work with vulnerable adults and a willingness to learn new ideas and put these into practice</li>\n<li>IT Proficiency, ability to learn new software programs, basic Microsoft experience </li>\n<li>Understanding <strong>and/or</strong> practical knowledge of the social and societal marginalisation that can be attached to people with mental health issues, addiction, exploitation, homelessness and within the criminal justice system</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>What would we like, but not essential?</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience working with different agencies/organisations and understanding the multi-disciplinary approach (For example working alongside MAPPA)</li>\n<li>Appropriate professional qualification: NVQ/Diploma Level 2 in Community Justice/Psychology or professional equivalent</li>\n<li>Understanding of the housing and social needs of people with multiple and complex needs</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>What we offer</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>25 days annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>\n<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>\n<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing</li>\n<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>\n<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>\n<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>\n<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>\n</ul>\n<p><em><strong>If you have the passion, creativity, and tenacity to make a real difference in people's lives, challenge stigma and make our communities safer, we would love to hear from you!</strong></em></p>\n<p><strong>OVERVIEW OF KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Supporting a small caseload of individuals with complex needs referred to Pathways through the Medway Rough Sleeper Initiative project. </li>\n<li>Work proactively, innovatively with clients who are hard to engage </li>\n<li>Working as part of a team responsible for creating a safe environment in which clients who have experienced multiple disadvantage are able to build their confidence and discover opportunities for positive change </li>\n<li>Advocating on behalf of clients who frequently experience multiple exclusion from main stream services ensuring that clients can access relevant services </li>\n<li>Liaising with other statutory and voluntary agencies to ensure the appropriate support for hard to reach clients and/or those experiencing multiple disadvantage </li>\n<li>Utilise knowledge, skills and experience to recognise difficult or challenging situations, and use appropriate communication skills to influence and bring about positive change to behaviour </li>\n<li>To offer advice and support to staff working with residents with complex needs, helping to create a safe and trauma informed environment</li>\n<li>Cover for other members of the team as necessary.</li>\n<li>Assess clients with multiple needs to identify support needs, identify risks to complete safety/risk plans and identifying personal goals/desires in conjunction with the client</li>\n</ul>\n<p><em><strong>Other responsibilities than those described above may be required to be undertaken from time to time and will be expected to be performed to as long as it is within the capability and level of the position. </strong></em></p>\n<p><strong>Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>ABOUT US</strong></p>\n<p>Social Interest Group (SIG) believes good care and support improve lives. Our values of ambition, empowerment, transparency, and inclusivity drive everything we do. Our mission is to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.</p>\n<p>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 (including people's own homes), probation settings, and hospitals awaiting discharge. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. We believe in the power of well-planned, well-managed services to make a difference. We work with high standards and external and internal regulatory frameworks.</p>\n<p>Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be\">Theory of Change</a></p>\n<p>Further details can be found on our website here: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>. </p>\n<p><strong>ADDITIONAL INFORMATION</strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our <a href=\"https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/\">website</a>. We are an inclusive employer, committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees. We have a team of ambassadors who are staff volunteers and actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity. 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.</p>\n<p>As an organisation, we’re proud to mention that our staff Ambassadors career aspirations generally benefit from embracing this unique opportunity to develop their respective skill sets in spaces that exist outside of their daily roles.</p>\n<p>For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a> or call us on <a href=\"tel:02036689270\">020 3668 9270</a></p>\n<p>Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details above. </p>\n<p>Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£23,900","publishDate":"2024-09-26T13:56:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-10T22:56:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/76a39b72-4a9f-4694-b795-0deae781b51a.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c60e6220-8961-4687-9f64-737d210037d3","title":"Supported Housing Contracts Manager","employer":"Hightown Housing Association","department":"","location":"Hemel Hempstead","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Who We Are</strong></p>\n<p>Hightown is more than just a housing association; we're a community-driven organisation committed to providing essential support and care to those who need it most. With nearly 9,000 homes under our management, primarily in districts such as Dacorum, St Albans, and Watford, we're proud to employ over 1,000 staff members who share our vision of creating thriving, inclusive communities.</p>\n<p><strong>About the role</strong></p>\n<p>Hightown is looking for an experienced and passionate <strong>Supported Housing Contracts Manager</strong> to oversee our <strong>Homelessness & Young People Schemes</strong>. This exciting role will ensure that our supported housing services deliver high-quality, trauma-informed care to vulnerable individuals, many of whom face complex challenges like homelessness, mental ill-health, substance misuse and multiple disadvantages. You will lead a team of operational managers, promoting a psychologically safe environment that fosters staff wellbeing, resilience, reflective practice and a culture of learning.</p>\n<p>You will have overall responsibility for the contract and financial management of our homelessness & young people schemes, ensuring that services are delivered efficiently and within budget, while meeting contractual and regulatory standards. This role requires strong leadership in overseeing projects like our emergency and temporary housing, which supported 330 adults experiencing homelessness last year. Additionally, you’ll play a key role in helping individuals transition from temporary housing into secure accommodation, with 42 people moving into their own homes from our schemes last year.</p>\n<p>A key aspect of this role is stakeholder management, where you will build and maintain strong relationships with external partners, local authorities, and other agencies. Your ability to negotiate and secure funding will be crucial as you support the continued growth of Hightown’s services, including writing tender bids for new and existing projects.</p>\n<p>Your knowledge and understanding of the Making Every Adult Matter (MEAM) approach will be highly valuable, particularly as Hightown is a key strategic & operational partner in Hertfordshire’s MEAM Approach Network. This initiative brings together providers, commissioners, and other stakeholders to support people facing multiple disadvantages. You will also ensure that Hightown’s services remain compliant with Ofsted standards for young people's supported housing, ensuring that we continue to meet the highest standards of care and support.</p>\n<p>If you are a leader with experience in psychologically informed environments, contract and financial management, and the ability to deliver impactful supported housing services, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference. 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