Wellbeing Practitioner
Job Purpose
Our Wellbeing Practitioners support people to lead full, active and socially connected lives, supporting people to achieve the things that matter to them.
Applicants should have, or be willing to work towards, a qualification meeting the standards required for registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
Job Details
We are looking for a male* Wellbeing Practitioner member to join a team of enthusiastic and confident Wellbeing Practitioners to support a 29 year old man in his own home. This position is on a permanent part-time basis of 32-hours per week. This person lives in Craigmillar, Edinburgh. This team support his development and learning to make a positive difference to his life.
The ideal candidate would have a clean UK driver's license for a manual car, and ideally experience of working with people with autism, and a learning disability. Also, it is essential that they have the ability to stay calm in stressful situations. It would be beneficial if you already have a working knowledge of Sign-along/ British sign language and if not, a willingness to learn is essential as this supports him with clearer communication.
The candidate will also be required to be flexible with regards to shift patterns which is planned in advance, as a team.
*Exemption under Equality Act 2010
About this opportunity
This young man has lots of capabilities and enjoys many wellbeing based activities such as going for walks, going to the gym, swimming, cooking, occasionally going to the cinema, listening to music and sensory activities.
He does not communicate through words but communicates very well using Signalong.
An Ideal candidate would be someone who has experience working with adults who have autism or learning disabilities and is willing to learn his specific way of communicating.
It is essential that the person working alongside him must be able to assist with fine motor activities, for example tying shoelaces and personal care activities, such as shaving.
It will take time to get to know him well therefor good communication skills are crucial to help reduce any confusion which may cause anxiety.
You will be required to maintain good communication with his family and team in order to maintain a consistent approach at all times.
As he has his own transport a clean UK manual driving licence, is essential, in order to allow him to access activities within the wider community.
This is a great opportunity to make a difference in a young person’s journey into becoming more independent.
If you would like an informal chat about this vacancy please contact: nicole.lawrie@thistle.org.uk
Please click here for the full role profile.
Job Ref: LR251
What we offer
We are committed to supporting you to develop your skills as a practitioner and creating career development opportunities. At Thistle, you will have access to sector-leading training courses and be supported to achieve your SVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care accreditation.
Employee Benefits
- Salary:From 1st April 2025, starting salary £12.60 per hour (£25,552 per annum (FTE)) rising to £13.52 per hour (£27,418 (FTE)).
- Fantastic training (on full pay)
- This includes enhanced learning in person-centred practice, leadership skills, IT and other bespoke training courses.
- SSSC registrationpaid for by Thistle
- Support to achieve SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care
- Supportfrom regular meetings with your team, Lead Practitioner or Coach
- Contributory pension scheme
- Non-contributory death in service benefit scheme
- 30 days of annual leave, increasing by 1 day/year up to 35 days
- Free Thistle Gym membership
- Membership of the HSF Health Plan
- Refer a Friend scheme, paying £250 for successfully referring someone to work with us
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Role Title Salary Term Hours Job Description Clinical Lead – Children and Young People’s Trauma Recovery Service £40,000 - £43,750 according to qualifications and experience (pro- rata) Permanent Minimum 3 days (22.5 hours per week). Days and hours flexible. At least 2 days will be office-based. Location Post reports to Truro CEO Other Considerations • Successful applicants will be required to have an Enhanced DBS check. • Probation period of 6 months, with interim review after 3 months • 28 days leave including bank holidays (pro-rata) In addition 2 week closure at Christmas and 1 week at Easter. • CLEAR is committed to workforce wellbeing and ensuring Continued Professional Development Job Role and Purpose You will lead CLEAR’s Children and Young People’s Trauma Recovery Service to deliver support for Children and Young People that is effective, safe and delivered to the highest professional standards, ensuring out continued accreditation with the BACP. You will be responsible for the clinical work, operational processes, support and compliance of a team of employed and sessional therapists. As part of the senior leadership team, you will support the strategic development of the charity and represent CLEAR in relevant strategic and operational partnerships and collaborations. You will also support service innovation and development, including a proposed move to an age-based model of 3 Clinical Service Leads. You will report to the CEO and be supported by a Referrals Manager and Referrals/Office Administrator and works collaboratively with a Clinical Psychologist in the Evaluation and Quality Lead role across all of CLEAR’s services. Key attributes You will be a competent, collaborative and trauma-informed leader, a champion of children’s rights and have an in-depth understanding of trauma and its impact on children and young people. You hold professional accreditation that meets BACP criteria for holding overall clinical responsibility or be working towards this. You will be compassionate and resilient, mindful of your own self-care and that of your colleagues. You will be organised, able to balance competing demands and a good communicator to a wide range of audiences. Key Responsibilities • Develop and deliver the annual Service Delivery Plan for the CYP trauma- recovery service, feeding into the strategic planning cycle of the charity and ensuring services are delivered to budget. • Ensuring the voice and needs of children and young people are foremost in service development • Oversight and management of clinical work and processes, building effective teams and working relationships, ensuring the children’s service is delivered in line with the BACP Ethical Framework and trauma-informed principles. • Ensuring the highest standards of clinical practice are maintained in line with BACP, HCPC, UKCP and other relevant professional frameworks • Line management of employed therapists, including regular 1-2-1s • Support and management for sessional self-employed therapists, including compliance and bi-annual contract reviews • Supporting the Continuous Professional Development of therapists, linking this to operational need and opportunities to develop CLEARs services • Ensuring compliance with CLEAR policy, procedure and process and high standards of clinical governance within the CLEAR database. • Ensuring SARs and police requests and court orders for session notes, are responded to in a timely manner, in line with CLEAR policy. • Working with the Evaluation and Quality Lead in the development and implementation of clinical evaluation measures. • Working with the Evaluation and Quality Lead to ensure reporting to funders is provided in line with the requirements of contracts and grant agreements. • Oversee Safeguarding for the service, assess risk for clients and therapists, and ensure that relevant policies, training and feedback/protocol is documented • Attend appropriate internal and external meetings to build and maintain excellent partnerships and systems approaches. General Duties • To foster excellent effective communications throughout the service both internally and externally. • To be responsible for own continuing self-development, undertaking training as appropriate. • Participate in recruitment and induction of new staff as appropriate. • To undertake any other tasks deemed necessary so that the service is effective and well managed Person Specification: Skills, Knowledge and Experience: Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience Post Graduate Qualification in counselling/therapy/psychology or other relevant field which includes a strong foundation in child development and attachment theory. Accreditation with relevant professional body or working towards accreditation A minimum of 3 years of experience of working with children and young people affected by trauma, including domestic abuse...
St Mary’s Independent School is looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated Zero Hour Nursery Practitioner to join our very successful Kindergarten, which is growing due to increasing demand for places.
St Mary’s offers full day care for children aged from 2 to 5 years of age. A Level 3 childcare qualification is required, along with the ability to develop effective relationships with colleagues, children and parents. St Mary’s is proud of its excellent customer service and expects all staff to maintain its high standards as well as participating in the life of the school.
For more information about the role, please email careers@stmaryscolchester.org.uk
To apply, please download and complete the Application form at the bottom of the Vacancies page, and return it to the school by email careers@stmaryscolchester.org.uk, or by post For the Attention of M Terry, HR & Compliance Officer, St Mary’s School, 91 Lexden Road, Colchester, Essex CO3 3RB.
St Mary’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All candidates must be willing to undergo enhanced child protection screening.
Senior Youth Support Worker
Do you want to help us unlock potential with young people and their communities?
Do you love a challenge?
We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and inspiring Senior Youth Support Worker.
About the job
Location: Exmouth & Ottery
Employment type: Fixed Term Contract - For 1 year with potential of becoming permanent
Hours of work: 10 hours per week
Positions available: 1 post
Salary: JNC: unqualified scale pt 9 - 10 (£27,817.00 - £28,516.00), qualified scale pt 10 - 13 (£28,516.00 - £31,885.00)
Deadline for application: 5th February 2026
Interview Date: 13th February 2026
Job Ref: DYS315
SPACE is an ambitious and innovative charity, driven by our values and seeking to support even more young people by developing current and new services. Our employees strive to achieve the best they can and must be committed to seeing the best in others. We value everyone's contribution and create safe spaces for exploration and growth.
Do you want to help us unlock potential with young people and their communities? Do you love a challenge?
We have an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to work with young people in our Exmouth & Ottery youth centres and local communities. This post requires either an experienced youth worker or someone looking to change careers and work with young people as part of the youth work team. Transferable skills will be considered. Our Youth Centres are busy and vibrant spaces.. The successful candidate will enjoy the challenge of leading sessions alongside providing young people with individual packages of support.
What is the role
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Leading youth work in a variety of settings
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Supporting the development of co workers and volunteers
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Codesigning and supporting the delivery of social action projects in the community
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Working with partners and stakeholders
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Planning, evaluating and evidencing of youth work
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Helping young people to develop skills and put their ideas into action
Who we’re looking for
About You:
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Experienced youth worker or confident that you have the transferable skills required for the demands of the post
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Leadership and confidence
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Passion for supporting and advocating for the rights of young people
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Creativity and solution focused thinking
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Respectful with excellent empathy and kindness
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Ability to multitask, set priorities and reach out when you need help and support
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High commitment to continuous professional practice
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A reflective practitioner
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A valid Driving License with a vehicle to drive to our different locations
Space is an inclusive and learning organisation. Our employees should strive to achieve the best they can and must be committed to seeing ...
Rehabilitation Trainer and Behaviour Advisor
Contract: Permanent, 35 hours per week
Salary: £26,545 – £30,866 per annum
Location: Thirsk YO7 3SE
Closing date: Monday 2nd February 2026
Interview date: Thursday 12th February 2026
We’re recruiting a Rehabilitation Trainer & Behaviour Advisor to join our Behaviour team based at
Thirsk!This is a really exciting opportunity to join the Blue Cross Behaviour Service.More about the role
We are looking for a talented behaviour advisor who has a thorough understanding of reward-based training techniques, to work with pets in our care (be it on site, in foster, or post adoption). Working under the guidance of an Animal Behaviourist, you will be implementing and facilitating rehabilitation programmes practically, as well as advising and coaching centre teams who work with the pets in our care.
No two days will be the same – you could be working with an owner with a problem they are having with their pet, team training, assessing pets for adoption, supporting a pet on site or collaborating with your peers across Blue Cross. If you are looking for a dynamic role which helps people and pets and is at the forefront of animal welfare, then this is the role for you.
This role is full-time working Monday to Friday. While remote working is not available, there will be occasions when you'll need to travel to other sites or take on duties outside these hours or at weekends to meet the needs of the pets and people.
About you
You will be a confident, adaptable and compassionate animal handler and trainer who enjoys working with a diverse range of people and pets. With excellent communication skills and an understanding of animal behaviour, you will be skilled at teaching and demonstrating training techniques and advising our teams and pet owners on behaviour issues. In addition, you will thrive working collaboratively with others and have a desire to improve the experience of the pets in our care.
Knowledge, skills, and experience
Demonstrable experience of:
- Pet behaviour and training techniques, and evidence of success in understanding pet behaviour /training problems
- Carrying out behaviour and training programmes for dogs, across a variety of breeds and temperaments
- Developing training programmes and delivering to owners / caregivers that are practical and realistic for a pet owner
- Full UK driving licence
- The ability to demonstrate, understand and apply our Blue Cross values
It would also be great if you had:
- Animal Behaviour and Training Council (ABTC) standard of Animal Training Instructor (ATI) qualification or working towards
- Experience of working with multi species animals
- Experience of promoting better understanding of pet behaviour through the media, or performing other public speaking
How to apply
Click the apply button below and complete the online application process before the closing date on
Monday 2nd February 2026.The recruitment process will consist of a competency-based interview and animal handling assessments.Blue Cross benefits
Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today.
In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are.
Our generous benefits package includes:
- Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays)
- Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support
- Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family
- Health cash plan
- Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme
- Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution
- Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support.
- Life assurance
- 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance
- Enhanced family friendly policies
- Recognition scheme
- Annual volunteer days
- Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers
To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the
'why work for us'page on our website.About Blue Cross
If you’d like to learn more about Blue Cross, our mission, and the work we do to support animals and people, take a look at our
...Bank Contract - Anaesthetic Practitioner
- Job reference
- 122641
- Department
- Theatre
- Location
- East Grinstead
- Pay scale from
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- No Pay Scale
- Closing date
- 30/01/2026
- Description
Recognised as a Centre of Excellence, The McIndoe Centre is looking for experienced
Anaesthetic Practitionersto join their ever-growing and developing Theatre team on aBank Basis.About you:- Registered Nurse or equivalent ODP Level 3 qualification.
- Prior experience within a UK hospital setting.
- Experienced in anaesthetics, with completion of a UK recognised anaesthetics course.
- You will be a passionate and empathetic experienced professional, with excellent communications skills to help build those all-important and respected relationships with our patients and your colleagues.
- Prior experience within a hospital theatre setting.
- Proactive and forward thinking, with a passion for continued learning.
- A working ethic aligned to our core values as a group: Caring, Friendly, Quality, IntegrityandPride.
Principal Clinical Neuro Psychologist - Horsham
Job Description
Principal Clinical Psychologist
Location: Horsham
Salary: £64,455 - £74,896 per annum DOE
Hours: 35hrs per week
Why join us?
Brainkind is a charity that aims to improve the lives of people with brain injuries in the UK. Our assessment centres, rehabilitation units and hospitals use expert neurorehabilitation to support people to regain the skills they have lost. We treat people with a range of brain injuries – sustained through trauma, illness, substance abuse and more – to recover and meet their personal goals. Our employees are incredibly passionate about the jobs they do – you will find a strong team spirit across our services and amazing colleagues who always pull together and look out for each other.
MAIN PURPOSE:
To provide strategic, professional leadership to the multi/inter disciplinary team within Kerwin Court, ensuring the planning and development of a systematic response to service need. To interpret professional policies, ensuring that the services operate at the highest level of quality and current best practice. Research and development will be a major responsibility as will taking a major role in the development and implementation of policy for the service system as a whole. To provide clinical services at a high level of expertise, supporting and advising colleagues on all issues concerned with neuropsychological clinical practice and providing expert clinical consultation and professional guidance to clinical neuropsychologists, clinical psychologists and other clinicians within Brainkind.
MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Your responsibilities will include:
- ensuring the provision and development of high quality, innovative, and evidence based neuropsychological rehabilitation practice.
- providing specialist psychological assessment of our service users, using psychological and neuropsychological tests, self-report scales, structured observations and interviews; - formulating and implementing specialist psychological treatment plans for mental health and adjustment difficulties based on a multi-factorial psychological understanding and current evidence-based best practice;
- contributing highly specialist psychological advice to the multi-disciplinary formulation of appropriate therapeutic approaches or intervention plans, and supervising their implementation; - undertaking psychologically based risk assessment and risk management for relevant service users and advising team members appropriately;
- participating in multidisciplinary team meetings concerned with the delivery and development of clinical services; - Supporting Service Managers/Regional Managers in all aspects of managing the service and to report to the Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist.
ABOUT YOU:
What are we looking for?
- The successful applicant will have a doctorate in clinical psychology (or equivalent) accredited by the BPS. It is essential that you are able to gather, analyse and interpret complex multi-factorial clinical information, and formulate this so as to effectively direct team working.
- We are looking for an individual who has excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to deal with complex and emotive subjects.
- You will have excellent organisation skills, the ability to prioritise workloads, the ability to administer and interpret a range of psychometric tests, and a track record of conducting clinical research or audit.
- We are looking for a clinical psychologist with experience in neurorehabilitation, an interest in neuropsychology, and motivated to develop an excellent service further.
REWARDS:
You can look forward to excellent benefits, including handy discounts on many brands and services.
- A competitive salary of £64,455 - £74,896 per annum DOE
- 38 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) (pro rata)
- Buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave
- Health Cash Plan
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme ...
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We use commercial principles for community good
Working at Halo Leisure is not like working for a commercial gym or sports centre. We are smart and savvy – we know our customers want to work out in stunning spaces using the best equipment – but our social enterprise status (with all profits ploughed back into the work we do) means we use commercial principles for community good, putting people before profit. And we’ve won plenty of awards for the difference we’ve made to people as we’ve grown since (we now manage leisure centres throughout Bridgend County Borough, Herefordshire, Gloucestershire, Merthyr Tydfil, Torfaen, Shropshire, Swindon, Worcestershire and Stratford-upon-Avon).
We offer support at every level, for every ability, at every age
At Halo we welcome everyone from elite athletes training for international competitions to school children wanting to learn to swim, from teams coming into our centres for tennis, football, squash, circuits and classes to individuals sent to us by their GP to aid recovery or prevent ill health. And so many others in between. Every one of them is welcome, and every one receives support to help them reach their goals.
We have a team who live our values and change lives everyday
This is a way of working that influences the decisions we make and the people who work for us. Our staff get it – the community benefit at the heart of this organisation – and live and breathe our mission to promote physical and mental health, articulating it to the community in the way they work and the support they offer.
We, in turn, support staff in a way that shapes their future and fulfills ambitions
Staff at Halo continue to learn throughout their time with us, benefiting from bespoke training that can propel them forward into a career in this sector which will play a vital role for us all in the future – the way we live, and the way we prosper.
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At Halo we understand the importance of rewards for hard working teams and are proud to offer an industry-leading benefits package with fantastic discounts for you and your family.
Our staff benefits package is put together to be relevant and useful to you and your family. The benefits are reviewed throughout the year, with new incentives added into the mix to make life richer and to ensure our employees know they’re valued.
Your pathway to professional satisfaction and success
At Halo we understand the importance of being able to grow, develop and learn new skills! Our training pathways offer our employees a range of different ways to explore those possibilities and help them achieve their career goals or even career changes.
Your training pathway…
Our staff embrace a way of working which is about professionalism and passion, integrity and innovation and, of course, respect – for each other and the communities we serve.
We know that no two members of the staff are the same, and that everyone needs their own bespoke support and brings their own unique talents to the team. Our learning pathway is set up to support and celebrate that. You’ll be developing skills and experience every day as you join others on a pathway through your induction and training.
Our Halo Apprenticeship scheme is the perfect way to start your career in the leisure industry…
Apprenticeships offer the perfect combination of hands-on experience with the support of specialist staff in our centres, and off-the-job study with Lifetime, our training provider, who can help you gain the qualification that will support your development in the future.
We want to welcome applicants with a passion for this sector and the difference it can make to people’s health, wellbeing and happiness – applicants who can reflect the diversity in the community they work in. And as they work, train, and develop – as they become an integral part of our team – they’ll be learning about this fast paced industry and helping it thrive, while they gain a solid and rounded understanding of the sector so they can progress in their careers..
Halo provides an apprenticeship scheme leading to a range of apprenticeship opportunities in the following areas:
As part of the apprenticeship you can gain some of the following nationally recognised qualifications:
What’s in it for you:
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A: Having a diverse workforce is very important to us. We would assess your needs on an individual basis and work to support you to be a success in your...
- Location:Haringey VCS
- Closing Date:29 January 2026
- Pro Rata Salary:30,246.94
- Contract Type:Permanent
- Working Location Type:On- Site
- Hours per week:39
We are Hestia. We make a difference.
At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Community Engagement Officer to play a pivotal role in our Haringey HVCS Service.
Sounds great, what will I be doing?
This role involves working within a multidisciplinary NHS team to support adults with moderate to severe mental illness by holding a caseload of service users and serving as their key contact throughout care planning, progress monitoring, and discharge, using the RiO system. The post-holder collaborates with individuals to develop person-centred recovery plans focused on social goals and community integration, building therapeutic relationships through trauma-informed, strength-based approaches. They support access to local resources, appointments, wellbeing activities, and peer or psychoeducational groups, while promoting recovery-focused, jargon-free communication and advocating for co-production and integrated care. Liaising with statutory and voluntary organisations ensures smooth service navigation and warm handovers, while active participation in clinical meetings and community events helps represent both Hestia and the Community Mental Health Team. The role also requires accurate documentation of all support activity, adherence to safeguarding and health and safety procedures, and engagement in supervision, training, and continuous professional development.
What do I need to bring with me?
You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.
The ideal candidate will hold an NVQ Level 4 in Care or possess at least two years' experience working in a mental health setting, with a strong understanding of mental health issues, recovery principles, and co-production. They will have a solid grasp of care planning, risk assessment, recovery tools, and relevant legislation such as the Mental Health Act. The role requires excellent communication and relationship-building skills, alongside the ability to facilitate groups effectively. Candidates must be confident using IT systems, including electronic case management tools, and be able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. A commitment to person-centred, trauma-informed practice is essential, as is resilience, adaptability, and the ability to maintain professional boundaries. Desirable attributes include lived experience of mental illness or secondary care services, peer support training, familiarity with local resources, and skills in training, mentoring, report writing, presentations, or multilingual communication.
Interview Steps
We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.
- Shortlisting call:We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
- Face to face interview:Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.
Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.
We are a disability confident employer
Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.
Safeguarding Statement
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- Location:Haringey VCS
- Closing Date:29 January 2026
- Pro Rata Salary:30,246.94
- Contract Type:Permanent
- Working Location Type:On- Site
- Hours per week:39
We are Hestia. We make a difference.
At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Community Engagement Practitioner to play a pivotal role in our Haringey Volunteer Community Service in Haringey.
Sounds great, what will I be doing?
This role involves working within a multidisciplinary NHS team to support adults with moderate to severe mental illness by holding a caseload of service users and serving as their key contact throughout care planning, progress monitoring, and discharge, using the RiO system. The post-holder collaborates with individuals to develop person-centred recovery plans focused on social goals and community integration, building therapeutic relationships through trauma-informed, strength-based approaches. They support access to local resources, appointments, wellbeing activities, and peer or psychoeducational groups, while promoting recovery-focused, jargon-free communication and advocating for co-production and integrated care. Liaising with statutory and voluntary organisations ensures smooth service navigation and warm handovers, while active participation in clinical meetings and community events helps represent both Hestia and the Community Mental Health Team. The role also requires accurate documentation of all support activity, adherence to safeguarding and health and safety procedures, and engagement in supervision, training, and continuous professional development.
What do I need to bring with me?
You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.
The ideal candidate will hold an NVQ Level 4 in Care or possess at least two years' experience working in a mental health setting, with a strong understanding of mental health issues, recovery principles, and co-production. They will have a solid grasp of care planning, risk assessment, recovery tools, and relevant legislation such as the Mental Health Act. The role requires excellent communication and relationship-building skills, alongside the ability to facilitate groups effectively. Candidates must be confident using IT systems, including electronic case management tools, and be able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. A commitment to person-centred, trauma-informed practice is essential, as is resilience, adaptability, and the ability to maintain professional boundaries. Desirable attributes include lived experience of mental illness or secondary care services, peer support training, familiarity with local resources, and skills in training, mentoring, report writing, presentations, or multilingual communication.
Interview Steps
We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.
- Shortlisting call:We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
- Face to face interview:Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.
Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.
We are a disability confident employer
Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.
...- Location:Enfield VCS
- Closing Date:29 January 2026
- Pro Rata Salary:30,246.94
- Contract Type:Permanent
- Working Location Type:On- Site
- Hours per week:39
We are Hestia. We make a difference.
At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Community Engagement Practitioner to play a pivotal role in our Enfield VCS service.
Sounds great, what will I be doing?
You will work as part of a multidisciplinary NHS team alongside clinicians, social workers, and community partners to support adults with moderate to severe mental illness. Holding a caseload of service users, you will act as their key contact, contributing to care planning, monitoring progress, and supporting safe discharge using the RiO clinical records system. Together with service users, you will develop person-centred recovery plans focused on social goals and community integration, building strong therapeutic relationships through trauma-informed and strength-based approaches. You will help individuals access local resources, attend appointments, and engage in wellbeing activities, peer support, and psychoeducational groups. Collaboration is central to the role, as you will liaise with statutory and voluntary organisations, attend clinical meetings and community events, and advocate for recovery-focused, jargon-free communication. You will ensure accurate documentation, uphold safeguarding and health & safety standards, and actively participate in supervision, training, and professional development.
What do I need to bring with me?
You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.
Here's what the team will be looking for
We are looking for someone with NVQ Level 4 in Care (or equivalent) or at least two years' experience in a mental health setting. You will bring a strong understanding of mental health issues, recovery, and co-production principles, alongside experience of working collaboratively with professionals, services, and communities. Knowledge of care planning, risk assessment, recovery tools, and the Mental Health Act is essential, as are excellent communication, relationship-building, and group facilitation skills. You should be confident using IT systems, resilient and adaptable, able to work independently or as part of a team, and committed to person-centred, trauma-informed practice.
Interview Steps
We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.
- Shortlisting call:We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
- Face to face interview:Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.
Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.
We are a disability confident employer
Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.
Safeguarding Statement
Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.
Important Information for Candidates
If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to ...
Citizens Advice North East Derbyshire provides free, confidential, and impartial advice across North East Derbyshire and Bolsover Districts. We support people with a wide range of issues including welfare rights, debt, consumer problems, employment and housing.
Make a real difference through digital inclusion
Citizens Advice North East Derbyshire relies on passionate volunteers to help bridge the digital divide in our community. In today’s world, essential services—from job hunting and comparing energy tariffs to managing money and accessing support—are increasingly online-only or easiest to use digitally. Yet many people in our area lack the skills or access to technology they need, leaving them isolated and struggling to access vital services.
Our Digital Inclusion project is at the heart of tackling this challenge. Working with local venues across North East Derbyshire, our volunteers help residents gain the digital skills and confidence they need to safely navigate the online world—from using devices and communicating online, to transacting securely and staying safe.
Whether you have a few hours a week or want to develop new skills yourself, there’s a role that fits you. You’ll gain valuable experience, meet like-minded people, and know that your time is genuinely reducing isolation and improving wellbeing in your community.
What will you do?
- Guide clients in navigating digital devices and accessing online services effectively
- Educate clients on online safety practices and digital security awareness
- Foster confidence and digital literacy through supportive, person-centered engagement
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records and progress documentation
- Deliver tailored support through one-to-one consultations, group workshops, or drop-in sessions
- Collaborate with fellow volunteers to design and facilitate comprehensive training programs
- Advocate for and raise awareness of Digital Inclusion services across North East Derbyshire and Bolsover
What’s in it for you?
- make a real difference to people’s lives
- learn about a range of issues such as benefits, debt, employment and housing.
- build on valuable skills such as communication, listening and problem solving, and increase your employability
- work with a range of different people, independently and in a team.
- have a positive impact in your community.
And we’ll reimburse expenses too.
What do you need to have?
You don’t need specific qualifications or skills but you’ll need to:
- have a commitment to promoting digital inclusion and reducing social isolation.
- be friendly and approachable
- respect views, values and cultures that are different to your own
- have patience, empathy, and a willingness to help others
- have excellent verbal and written communication skills
- be able to understand complex information and explain it (verbally and writing) so that others understand it
- have good IT skills including an understanding of IT devices and the internet
- be willing to learn about and follow the Citizens Advice aims, principles and policies, including confidentiality and data protection
- be willing to undertake training in your role
How much time do you need to give?
Ideally, we ask for 5 hours per week to deliver at least 2 one hour sessions, for at least 2 months.
We can be flexible so talk to us if this doesn’t suit.
Valuing inclusion
We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from disabled people, people with physical or mental health conditions, LGBT+ and non-binary people, and people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities.
If you are interested in becoming a Digital Support Volunteer and would like to discuss flexibility around location, time or role activities, please get in touch.
Job Description Job Title Community Alcohol Related Damage CARDS Locum Support Worker Support Worker Core Purpose of Job Organisational Position Key Outcomes The service receives referrals mainly from professionals, requesting one of our volunteers to be matched with individuals who have a past or present, problematic relationship with alcohol. The CARDS team work together to recruit and train volunteers to provide this service. The role of the CARDS Locum Support Worker support worker will be to support the service to meet this demand and other areas of service provision. This includes volunteer recruitment, client assessments, introductions of volunteers to service users, and responding as directed by the CARDS staff team and Rowan Alba management. • Advocacy on behalf of the client • Relationship building with clients, volunteers, team and external agencies • Socialising & self-esteem building • Administration • Team communication Reports to CARDS Team and Service Manager • To facilitate and establish a supportive and respectful relationship with service users and volunteers • Help service users to identify their own achievable and meaningful goals and to set objectives • To introduce people referred to the service to a CARDS volunteer • Support volunteers to develop healthy relationships with their service users and model best practice • Record meetings with clients and volunteers and provide feedback of progress of the matching process to the CARDs team • Update computer records to reflect work undertaken and in progress (Spreadsheets, forms and reporting information) Support the team with service and organisational events such as recruitment, training and fundraising activities / events • Liaise with agencies on behalf of the organisation and the individuals we are working with • To take part in support and supervision, coaching and all other aspects of training provided by the CARDS Team Locum Support Worker This version replaces any previous one November 2022 Rowan Alba Limited is a Company Limited by Guarantee 289744 with Charitable Status (Charity No.SC036775). Our registered head office is Rowan Alba at SPACES, 1 Lochrin Square, 92-98 Fountainbridge, Edinburgh, EH3 9QA. Page 1 of 4 • To develop a working practice that underpins the coaching ethos Authority Levels Financial and tangible resources People Accountability Freedom to act Risk Management Responsibility to account for, record and submit all expenses incurred during CARDS Locum Support Worker work with service users. To work to the agreed hours by recording and submitting time sheets and reporting any issues with working agreed hours to CARDS manager CARDS Locum Support Worker CARDS Manager Rowan Alba Finance dept The CARDS Locum Support Worker will have the freedom to act in progressing ideas that originate from their experience in the sector, their understanding of the CARDS service and person centred support. The CARDS Locum Support Worker is responsible for following covid 19 national guidance and risk assessing all aspects of the role and reporting, documenting and updating risk assessments of The individual client visit The service risk assessment as a whole The ongoing individual risk assessment of the individual themselves and instigating conversation and understanding about the organisations requirement to assess risk to reduce harm and hazards. Level of problem- solving required The CARDS Locum Support Worker will take part in group and one to one supervision to contribute to the organisations requirement to provide a safe and risk assessed place of work. This involves identifying risk and leading the conversation around risk reduction and risk management. Locum Support Worker This version replaces any previous one November 2022 Rowan Alba Limited is a Company Limited by Guarantee 289744 with Charitable Status (Charity No.SC036775). Our registered head office is Rowan Alba at SPACES, 1 Lochrin Square, 92-98 Fountainbridge, Edinburgh, EH3 9QA. Page 2 of 4 Communication Subject complexity and expertise Contact inside the organisation Contact outside the organisation Take direction from CARDS staff in relation to providing a relevant and supportive service. Feedback to the team and individual with any concerns around risk whilst progressing the service users own goals and aspirations Service users, Volunteers, Staff and RA Consultants Local agencies Social Work departments Health and Social Care teams Key Stakeholders Competencies required Core Competencies Establishing, maintaining, and developing relationships Providing feedback and reflecting on your own practice Presenting information by way of reports, presentations, training courses and Additional Information in relation to employment status • CARDS Locum Support Workers to provide cover where there are gaps in the service schedul...
Lead Care and Support Worker (Hereford)
Are you looking for a senior care role with the potential to develop you into a future manager? Look no further than National Star.
Job details
Salary
£14.42 weekdays £18.02 weekends
Role type
52 Week
Hours of work
Full time (37 hours / 52 weeks)
Location status
On Site (Hereford)
Contract type
Permanent
Interview date
TBC
Closing date
26/01/2026
About the role
Are you looking for a senior care role with the potential to develop you into a future manager? Look no further than National Star.
Based at long term residence facility in Hereford, you will be supporting young people with complex disabilities to live their lives to the full.
There is no such thing as a typical resident at National Star. They have a range of physical and learning disabilities and different hopes and aspirations for the future. From personalised care to simply being there, you will support the residents to pursue their hobbies, learn life skills such as cooking and laundry and lead a busy and active life.
Your first-class people skills will help you to lead a team of care workers, working together to provide a high standard of individualised care, promoting and encouraging our residents’ personal independence. After a comprehensive induction into how we work at National Star, you will be able to work on your own initiative and be able to plan and organise effectively.
We’re anticipating that you will have at least two year’s care experience, ideally with people with a learning and/or physical disability. However it’s not a deal breaker if your care experience has been working in other care fields and you want to take your career in a different direction. It is however important that you have a Level 3 in health or social care. The post requires shift work, with early shifts starting at 7am and late shifts ending at 10pm and 11pm with alternating weekend working.
About us
National Star is a growing charity with more than 1,200 staff based in England and Wales. Established more than 50 years ago, we’ve supported hundreds of young people with disabilities to achieve their potential.
Staff benefits
Fantastic career development opportunities and comprehensive induction programme – theory and practical
Free employee minibus service from central Gloucester and central Cheltenham to Ullenwood (subject to availability)
Award-winning training
Free use of National Star facilities at Ullenwood, including a heated indoor swimming pool and fitness suite
Westfield medical cover
Life insurance cover
Employee helpline
Contributory pension scheme
Opportunity to purchase a TOTUM discount card
Employee discounts at attractions, high street retailers, supermarkets, utilities and motoring, plus much more
Last reviewed on 07/01/2026