Vacancies

Work with Deaf Empowering Network

Here at DEN, we have a team of passionate and committed individuals, both Deaf and hearing

We reward our staff with good rates of pay, excellent working conditions and flexible working.

We are always looking for special individuals who would complement our team, If you feel you have skills or experience that DEN would benefit from and you would like to be considered for a future position.

View our live vacancies below.

Due to expansion, we are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our community service in the following areas:

County Durham, Tees Valley & North Yorkshire

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Salary: From £12.00 per hour depending on client complexity

Schedule: Day shift

If you would like further information, or would like to apply for this position please get in touch.

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For further information or an informal chat please contact us on:

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About SOL

​Support for Ordinary Living (SOL) is a non-profit organisation that supports people with a variety of support needs and disabilities to choose and create a life for themselves within their own homes and communities.

We believe that life is worth living when the things that matter most are present — love, friendship, family, belonging, freedom to direct our own lives, opportunities to grow, and the chance to use our strengths and skills. That’s what ordinary living is all about.

We work to create a world where the people we support are truly seen, heard, and enabled to live meaningful, connected and fulfilling lives. A key expectation of everyone who works for SOL is that they live and breathe our values:

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• Do the right thing
• Make a difference
• Take responsibility
• Challenge the status quo
• ​ Look at the world from different perspectives
• Find joy in the ordinary

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These values are central to how we work — they shape our decisions, guide our relationships, and define how we support both the people we work for and the people we work alongside.

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​Key Tasks & Responsibilities

​As an Enhanced Care and Support Worker, you’ll provide high quality person-centred care to individuals with learning disabilities who may display behaviours of concern. Your role is to support people to live as independently as possible in their own homes and communities, promoting inclusion, dignity, and meaningful participation - in line with their Outcome-Based Support Plans and SOL’s mission, vision, and values.

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​As an Enhanced Care & Support Worker you will:

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• Provide compassionate, person-centred care and support in individuals’ own or family homes, promoting dignity, choice, and inclusion.
• Assist with personal care (e.g. bathing) and daily living tasks (e.g. cooking, cleaning, shopping), encouraging independence wherever possible.
• Safeguard individuals’ health, wellbeing, property, and finances, and respond appropriately to concerns or emergencies in line with SOL policies.
• Support individuals to make informed decisions, maintain positive relationships, and take part in their communities through valued social roles.
• Proactively manage behaviours of concern by identifying triggers, applying positive behaviour strategies, and using appropriate de-escalation techniques.
• Communicate effectively using methods suited to individual needs, including verbal, non-verbal, visual, and gesture-based approaches.
• Work collaboratively as part of a consistent and flexible support team, attending meetings, handovers, and reflective sessions as required.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of support, plans, and outcomes using SOL’s digital systems.
• Uphold SOL’s values and reputation and act as a role model for best practice in all interactions.
• Ensure compliance with SOL policies, SSSC Codes of Practice, and regulatory standards.
• Engage in ongoing professional development through training, reflective practice, and completing relevant qualifications (e.g. SVQ)

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​Skills & Attributes

​We are looking for someone who brings not just the relevant skills, but the right values and attitude to make a genuine difference in people’s lives.

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• Reliable, trustworthy, and committed to delivering person-centred care.
• Empathetic, respectful, and non-judgmental — supporting each individual’s rights to dignity, choice, and inclusion.
• Reflective, adaptable, and open to learning and feedback.
• Flexible in availability and able to respond to the changing needs of individuals and the service.
• Positive and solution-focused, embracing creativity and new ways of working.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Skilled communicator — confident in listening, negotiating, and responding professionally.
• Comfortable with using IT and digital systems in everyday tasks.
• Professional in conduct — maintaining confidentiality, respecting boundaries, and willing to raise concerns when needed.

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Insight Performance and Data Manager

Job Introduction

Do you want to use your business acumen, performance analysis and improvement skills for good? Turning Point is a large Social Enterprise supporting around 100,000 marginalised and disadvantaged people across the country each year.

We need a passionate and experienced person to take on the role of Insight Performance & Data Manager for our City & Hackney Substance Use Treatment Service, as part of our Insight team.

The role is based at our Hackney service but allows for hybrid working. The expectation being a minimum of 2 days per week in the office.

The interviews will be held remotely on Wednesday 11th February 2026.

Role Responsibility

You will need to respond to regular and ad-hoc reporting requirements which cover varied audiences from team level to senior management team and up to commissioner level. You will help find ways to showcase performance and celebrate the great work our services and staff deliver, looking beyond commissioner and contract KPIs and into best practice.

You will be able to demonstrate you can get the best out of teams, using your aptitude for leadership, influencing others to be the best they can be.

We are looking for a self-starter with the ability to quickly research and understand the social value of the work we do, alongside that of our local, regional and sector competitors.

You will make recommendations and suggestions on where our services and organization should go.

You will also help provide information to improve the operational effectiveness and, consequently improve the quality of lives for the people we support.

The Ideal Candidate

You’ll be experienced in the preparation and command of large volume data, able to navigate databases and Excel with ease, in order to compile engaging data which can drive performance, tell the story, and really add value for the service, its staff, and its service users.

You will need to know how to convert a complex problem in to a manageable (bite-sized) solution. This includes collaboration with others in and out of the organisation to agree the logical/best approach.

Experience working with client management systems would be advantageous, particularly in supporting service process and improving data quality.

Experience in line management or supervision of direct reports is desirable, particularly in supporting team development, performance management, and day-to-day coordination.

You do not need to have experience working in health and social care or with substance misuse and public health data sets, although knowledge in these areas would be advantageous.

About us

As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.

We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.

What Benefits Will I Receive?

We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package.

You will get 33 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 35 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost.

Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following the link below to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees.

 We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closing date.

Turning Point

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Job reference:000201

Salary:£12.21

Department:Social Enterprise

Location:Autism Plus Knaresborough

Hours Per Week:0

Closing date:19/02/2026

Job Description

About Autism Plus
Autism Plus are a leading Yorkshire Charity supporting adults and young people with autism, learning disabilities, mental health conditions and complex needs.

In 1986 the Charity was created by a group of parents looking for the very best support for their children who were about to leave a specialist school. Once they reached the age of 17, they found there was little or no support. The belief set by our founding parents, to empower more people to live independent, fulfilling lives remains our focus today.

We employ over 350 people across the north of England in care support services, employment support and social enterprise businesses.

About the Role:
0 hour Bank contract.

Shifts covering Monday – Friday 8.30am – 3.30pm with occasionally some weekend and evening working.

Essential: Due to the location all successful applicants must hold a full, UK Driving License and have access to their own vehicle.

Autism Plus are looking for Support Workers who are emphatic and compassionate to provide person centred support to individuals with Autism, leaning disabilities and mental health conditions within our Knaresborough Social Enterprise Service. The role is incredibly rewarding as you will support individuals to live as independently as possible, empower them to identify their goals, pursue interests and hobbies, support health and well-being, and to be a part of their local community.

Experience isn’t essential as we offer full training for the role. You must be able to commit to a fully paid, full time 3-week induction.

Key Responsibilities:

• To assist individuals in the Day Service or in the community, in accordance with Care Plans, and assess their skills and needs.

• Plan and host group sessions such as arts and crafts, music and drama.

• Supporting individuals to pursue hobbies, interests, leisure activities and new skills, enabling them to integrate within the local community.

• Provide practical support for individuals such as helping with tasks including cooking, personal care and paperwork.

• Provide emotional support to individuals by talking to them and listening to their problems and concerns.

• Understanding their communication needs and adapting communication to each individual.

• To offer unconditional positive regard to individuals, to respect right to privacy and to ensure that their dignity is maintained at all times.

• Assist in planning and pursuing agreed strategies to support and alleviate behaviour that presents challenge.

• Supporting and monitoring their healthcare needs, including administering medication, where applicable.

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Empathetic, observant, and resilient.

• Compassionate and can appreciate the frustration, confusion and upset individuals may experience.

• Take pride in doing a great job.

• Enjoy helping others.

• Happy assisting with duties such as cooking, providing personal care, attending appointments and social activities.

• Able to communicate clearly and sensitively and remain calm when handling potentially difficult situations.

• Able to communicate clearly and sensitively with vulnerable people and their families, and always adopt a person-centred approach.

What we offer:

• Refer a friend scheme – Payment of up to £250 for a referred friend being successful for a role and passing their probation period

• 20% staff discount to use within the Social Enterprise Chocolate Factory

• Blue light discount card

• Access to join the BUPA Health Cash Plan Scheme which offers cash back on health expenses

• Access to Colleague Assistance Helpli...

Children And Young Persons Recovery Coordinator

• locations
• Newcastle Drug & Alcohol - Plummer Court

• time type
• Full time

• posted on
• Posted Today

• job requisition id
• JR010009

Children And Young Persons Recovery Coordinator

Location: Plummer Court, Newcastle, NE1 6URWorking Hours: Monday to Friday 9am-5pm 37 hours per weekContract Type: PermanentSalary:£25,110-£32,090

Make a real difference in your community

Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier and more independent lives?

Join Waythrough, one of the UK’s leading mental health and social support charities, and make a lasting impact every day.

About the Role

• Manage a service user caseload of children and young adults, reviewing on-going care and treatment (including clinical treatment for young adults), liaising closely with the full range of workers and skills within the multi-agency team.

As a Children and Young Peoples Recovery Coordinator you will work with children and young adults reducing the harm of substance use to the individual, family and wider community. Newcastle Treatment and Recovery (NTaR) is an all-age community drug and alcohol service supporting local people, families and communities across Newcastle. NTaR is a collaborative service partnership led by CNTW NHS Foundation Trust with Waythrough and Changing Lives.

What You’ll Do

• Be part of the NTAR team supporting children, young adults and families to move forward in their journey by ensuring service interventions are delivered in accordance with NICE guidelines and best practice guidance.
• Provide holistic support to children and young adults including the effective delivery of key service activities such as assessments, support plans, PSI delivery and structured interventions.

To Succeed in This Role, You’ll Need:

• Understanding of and ability to implement interventions, including brief interventions MI, PSIs, CBT and ITEP.
• Knowledge of harm reduction approaches in relation to substance misuse
• Carrying out assessment and recovery planning and risk management plans

To view the full job description please click here

About Waythrough

Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we’ve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.

Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services – and it’s all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.

We’re in the process of integrating systems and processes across our newly merged organisation. That means some roles may still be branded ‘Humankind’ or appear on our partners’ job sites (such as Richmond Fellowship or Aquarius). This is a temporary step while we complete our transition.

Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we’ve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.

Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services – and it’s all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.

What We Offer

We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:

• 27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)
• Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%
• Life assurance (3× annual salary)
• Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay
• Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave
• Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications
• 24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
• Recognition and long service awards via our Way to GoandAspirationsportals
• £500 Recommend a Friendbonus
• Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership
• Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good
• Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year

Inclusion and Accessibility

Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities — especially those with lived experience of the issues we support.

If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email recru...

JOB DESCRIPTION - SESSIONAL YOUTHWORKER

LINE MANAGER

Director of Service Delivery

HOURS

PAY SCALE

Part-time, mostly late afternoon & evening work (hours negotiable). Other
work may occasionally be available outside these times.

£12.88– £13.56 per hour, with the potential for £14.01 per hour if leading
sessions (aligned with JNC scale 5 – 9)

LOCATION

Various locations across Stroud District and the south of Cotswold District

OVERALL AIM OF THIS POST:

The primary aim of The Door is to accompany young people and help them to identify and meet their needs.
Our Youthwork Team exists because young people need the safety and security of non-judgmental role
models, to guide their development to become positive members of society.

The role of the Sessional Youthworker is to work alongside Community Youthworkers providing safe and
secure social environments for all young people to meet, and to build long-lasting positive relationships with
those young people.

KEY STAKEHOLDERS

•  Director of Service Delivery
•  Community Youthworkers
•  Chief Executive Officer
•  Other directors / managers
•  Department staff and volunteers
•  Young people and/or families accessing the service
•  Community stakeholders – e.g. council, police, schools, GPs
•  Professional agencies – e.g. social care, CYPS

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Supporting Community Youthworkers to deliver a comprehensive needs-based youthwork programme,

including a range of positive activities, personal and peer support and providing access to information and
training

•  Development of relationships with the young people that use our services
•  Preparation, delivery and administration of sessions
•  Ensuring the safety and well-being of all the young people accessing The Door, including adherence to The

Door’s policies and procedures

•  Enabling young people to develop new skills through involvement, participation and empowerment
•  Helping young people to recognise and articulate their own needs and develop strategies to meet them
•  Working in small groups where necessary, including projects work (e.g. graffiti, food, computers)

•  Contributing to the organisation of fundraising activities
•  Actively participating in continuous professional development and training opportunities.
•  Contributing to the wider youthwork team by bringing new ideas, supporting and challenging colleagues
•  Participating in regular staff meetings and one-to-ones with your line manager
•  Aligning to the general ethos and practices of The Door.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

ESSENTIAL

•  An understanding and acceptance of the Christian ethos of The Door Youth Project and the centrality of

this to the work of the charity

•  A teachable attitude to being challenged, committed to ongoing personal training and development
•  Ability to communicate effectively and build rapport with both adults and young people
•  Ability to assess and deal with awkward situations and act according to any policies in force
•  Ability to work on own initiative and maintain clear and appropriate boundaries
•  Ability to work with and value people from different traditions/backgrounds/faiths
•  A good role model who is resilient, trustworthy and a good team player
•  Commitment to safeguarding young people
•  Good listening skills
•  A commitment to ongoing personal development
•  Flexibility in availability for work
•  A full driving licence and availability of own transport

DESIRABLE

Level 2 Youthwork or higher qualification or equivalent, or appropriate relevant experience

•
•  An understanding of the core principles of youthwork and their implementation
•  An awareness of the issues facing young people
•  Experience of working 1:1 or in small groups, using transferable skills to enable development, increase

confidence and independence in young people

•  Experience of working with marginalised and vulnerable young people
•  Skills to network with and relate to people from a range of local and statutory organisations

Job Title
Responsible To

Salary
Hours

Playworker
Senior Playworker
General Manager
£12.65
12 hours per month worked over
2 weekend days.
All shifts between hours of 8:45
and 6:15pm.
*Opportunity for additional
hours when required

Job Summary

The Weekend Playworker will work as part of a small team, under the direction of the Senior

Playworker, providing high quality care and social opportunities for children with disabilities

aged 5-19 who attend Unique Kidz and Co weekend clubs.

Job Description

•  To promote a welcoming and supportive environment that is safe and stimulating for

the children and caters to their individual needs

•  To create and maintain good relationships with the children’s families

•  To assist the Kidz Club Manager, when required, in the upkeep of all paperwork

relevant to the running of the service including Risk Assessments

•  To be aware of Ofsted requirements relating to the setting

•  To provide the necessary support and care to the children

•  To plan and deliver activities, projects and trips

•  To use enthusiasm and skills to encourage children to participate in projects

•  To assist with transporting the children to and from the centre as necessary ensuring

that relevant training is being applied at all times

•  To deliver personal care to young people who require support

•  To maintain and update all service users personal information and records as required

•  To implement the charity’s Policies and Procedures at all times including the

Safeguarding Policy

•  To provide continuity in the absence of the 4Ever Unique Manager

•  Such other duties or responsibilities as may reasonably be required

This job description will be reviewed regularly in light of changing service requirements and

any such changes will be discussed with the post holder.
Unique Kidz and Co, Woodhill Lane, Morecambe, LA4 4NW
Registered Charity Number: 1131652
Registered Company Number: 06820293

Person Specification: Playworker

Requirement  Essential

Desirable

Qualifications  •  Level 2/3 in Childcare,

Experience &
Knowledge

Health and Social Care, or
equivalent
•  Level 1 and 2

Safeguarding Children
and Young people or the
willingness to attend
training

•  Experience of working
with children/young
people

•  Knowledge of good

practice

•  Knowledge and

understanding of Risk
Assessments and Health
and Safety

•  Full UK Driving Licence
•  Training in First Aid, Moving
and Handling, Food Hygiene,
Fire Safety , Administration
of Medication

•  Experience of working in a

high quality childcare setting

•  Experience of recording

information for monitoring
purposes
•  Experience of

communicating with
parents/carers and external
agencies

•  Experience of working in

•  Knowledge and

How
Assessed
Application
Form

Application
Form /
Interview

a team

Skills &
Abilities

Personal
Attributes

Other

•  Excellent communication,
interpersonal and writing
skills

•  Ability to lead an activity
with the children’s needs
in mind

•  Friendly, positive and
professional manner

•  Enthusiasm
•  Team player
•  Evident passion for the

charity and excellence in
service provision

understanding of children
with disabilities
•  Knowledge and

understanding of the
Playwork Principles

•  Makaton
•  Specialist skills and interests
that would be of benefit to
Unique Kidz and Co

Application
Form /
Interview

•  Creativity

Interview

•  Knowledge of Unique Kidz
and Co and the services it
provides

Interview

Unique Kidz and Co, Woodhill Lane, Morecambe, LA4 4NW
Registered Charity Number: 1131652
Registered Company Number: 06820293

Job Title
Responsible To

Salary
Hours

Playworker
Senior Playworker
General Manager
Senior Management
£16,748 per year
Afterschool Club:
20 hours per week, 38 weeks of
the year
Holiday Club:
30 hours per week, 14 weeks of
the year
Weekend Club:
2 weekend shifts (6 hours) per
month
All shifts between hours of 8:45
and 6:15pm.
*Opportunity for additional
hours when required

Job Summary

The Playworker will as part of a small team, under direction of the Senior Playworker, providing

high quality care and social opportunities for disabled children aged 5-19 who attend Unique

Kidz and Co’s Kidz Club which provides afterschool, holiday and weekend sessions.

Job Description

•  To promote a welcoming and supportive environment that is safe and stimulating for

the children and caters to their individual needs

•  To create and maintain good relationships with the children’s families

•  To assist the Senior Playworker in the upkeep of all paperwork relevant to the running

of the service

•  To be aware of Ofsted requirements relating to the setting

•  To provide the necessary support and care to the children

•  To plan and deliver activities, projects and trips

•  To use enthusiasm and skills to encourage children to participate in projects

•  To assist with transporting the children to and from the centre as necessary ensuring

that relevant training I being applied at all times

•  To deliver personal care to young people who require support

•  To maintain and update all service users personal information and records as required

•  To implement the charity’s Policies and Procedures at all times including the

Safeguarding Policy

Unique Kidz and Co, Woodhill Lane, Morecambe, LA4 4NW
Registered Charity Number: 1131652
Registered Company Number: 06820293

•  To provide continuity in the absence of the Senior Management Team

•  Such other duties or responsibilities as may reasonably be required

This job description will be reviewed regularly in light of changing service requirements and

any such changes will be discussed with the post holder.

Employee Benefits Package

•  5% employer contribution to pension scheme

•  28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)

•  Additional annual leave following 3 years continuous service

•

“Birthday Leave” – additional day of annual leave for employees birthday

The  Board  of  Trustees  at  Unique  Kidz  and  Co  are  committed  to  developing  their  employee

benefits package and it will be reviewed annually.

Unique Kidz and Co, Woodhill Lane, Morecambe, LA4 4NW
Registered Charity Number: 1131652
Registered Company Number: 06820293

Person Specification: Playworker

Requirement  Essential

Desirable

Qualifications  •  Level 2/3 in Childcare,

Experience &
Knowledge

Health and Social Care, or
equivalent
•  Level 1 and 2

Safeguarding Children
and Young people or the
willingness to attend
training

•  Experience of working
with children/young
people

•  Knowledge of good

practice

•  Knowledge and

understanding of Risk
Assessments and Health
and Safety

•  Full UK Driving Licence
•  Training in First Aid, Moving
and Handling, Food Hygiene,
Fire Safety , Administration
of Medication

•  Experience of working in a

high quality childcare setting

•  Experience of recording

information for monitoring
purposes
•  Experience of

communicating with
parents/carers and external
agencies

•  Experience of working in

•  Knowledge and

How
Assessed
Application
Form

Application
Form /
Interview

a team

Skills &
Abilities

Personal
Attributes

Other

•  Excellent communication,
interpersonal and writing
skills

•  Ability to lead an activity
with the children’s needs
in mind

•  Friendly, positive and
professional manner

•  Enthusiasm
•  Team player
•  Evident passion for the

charity and excellence in
service provision

understanding of Ofsted
requirements
•  Knowledge and

understanding of children
with disabilities
•  Knowledge and

understanding of the
Playwork Principles

•  Makaton
•  Specialist skills and interests
that would be of benefit to
Unique Kidz and Co

Application
Form /
Interview

•  Creativity

Interview

•  Knowledge of Unique Kidz
and Co and the services it
provides

Interview

Unique Kidz and Co, Woodhill Lane, Morecambe, LA4 4NW
Registered Charity Number: 1131652
Registered Company Number: 06820293