Bank Mental Health Recovery Worker

Job Introduction

Everyone’s Turning Point is unique. It’s the moment when they realise they’ve made a small, but important, step forward. Very often, that small step is the start of something bigger, but only when the right support, advice and services are in place. That’s where you come in. You’ll make a real difference to their lives as you develop the personal, flexible and recovery-focused support plans they need to help turn things around. Passionate about people, you’ll support them to take control, improve their quality of life and face the future with confidence.

We are looking for a dedicated, passionate and skilled Recovery Support Worker to join our new team at Beach House. The service provides high support housing to service users with enduring mental health backgrounds. The service consists of 8 flats and offers a full recovery and rehabilitation package to our service users.

We aim to support and assess on-going needs of our service users to build on their existing skills while learning new ones. All service users are allocated to a named Support Worker. Service users are required to fully participate in the process of planning their care, which includes attending support/key work sessions with staff; this time is for clients to discuss any issues or areas of concern they may have, or perhaps go out for a coffee/trip to local activities, or be supported with a practical task in their flat such as cleaning or laundry.

Role Responsibility

You will provide recovery focused support to service users in accordance with their support plans. You will have well-honed skills in positive communication, engagement, and will be able to demonstrate unconditional positive regard for service users.

You will have the maturity to work within a positive framework supporting clients. You will have the ability to deliver services and interventions in a person centred, non-judgmental manner, and recovery-based way.

You will work alongside members of the service user’s circle of support, to enable individuals to be happy, healthy, and successful in achieving their life goals.

Your typical duties will include:

• providing support and guidance to service users
• administering medication
• daily record keeping and incident report writing
• running group activities
• help with inducting new staff members
• upholding the cleanliness of the service to adhere to infection prevention control measures

The Ideal Candidate

Previous experience in the mental health sector is desirable but not essential. What is important is that you have a genuine desire to support individuals in their recovery and have a can-do attitude.

We need compassionate, proactive and professional individuals who are highly motivated, hardworking and keen to support service users with mental health and complex care needs. Being a good communicator is essential, to be able to get on with people of all ages and from all backgrounds, and you will also be liaising with other professionals.

We value the personal skills and interests you can bring to the role and to the lives of the service users we support, such as: sports, arts and crafts, music and cooking to name but a few.

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?

Being a member of our bank is a fantastic opportunity to work flexibly around your existing commitments, giving you control over when you want to work in order to suit your own circumstances. But not only that – being employed by Turning Point will also give you access to many of our rewards!

Your annual leave entitlement will accrue as you work, to the equivalent of 29 days a year.

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.

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Childrens Community Support Worker

Overview

• ID

  301076

• Salary

  £12.50 per hour

• Type

  Permanent - Part Time

• Location

  Groby

• Hours

  4 hours per week

• Closing Date

  28/02/2026

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Could you be a Get Out There Group Children's Community Support Worker?

We have an exciting new opportunity for you to join our us at our at Get Our There Group in Leicester, providing support to children between the ages of 6 and 18 with complex needs.

This is a Permanent role, working 4 hours per week on Saturdays. There may be an opportunity of becoming a permanent staff at this role or a Team Leader.

The ‘Get Out There’ Clubs provide support for children and young people who still live at home with their families.

Working to promote communication skills, life skills, mobility and access to the community.

As a Children's Community Support Worker, you will work at our Get Out There group in Leicester. We provide support for children who have a range of complex needs, including sensory loses and learning disabilities.

You will join a great team of Support Workers, working well together supporting each other and sharing ideas, providing a good support network for families.

We’re looking for enthusiastic applicants who are:

• Positive, with a can-do attitude.
• Caring and empathetic.
• Passionate about enhancing other people’s lives.
• Willing to attend training as needed to support you in your role.
• Can support on weekdays, school holidays and Saturday mornings
• Have a Valid UK driving license and use of your own vehicle is essential

No two days will be the same

Here at Sense, we support people with complex disabilities to live the life they choose. Your priority will be empowering the people you support to live an independent life.

The duties for this role include:

• Everyday tasks like cooking and cleaning
• Taking part in fun activities
• Personal care and hygiene
• Going into the community for shopping or other trips
• Their social life
• Full job specification is attached below.

Everyone we support is an individual, so their care is as unique as they are. You can see a more detailed description of duties in the job description attached at the bottom of this advert.

Benefits

• Free DBS Check
• Free access to over 100 online and face to face training including the care certificate.
• On-going training and development opportunities
• Flexible working and family friendly policies
• Employee referral scheme
• Health and well-being support
• Discount scheme

Ready to make a difference?

To apply

Managers will use your supporting statement to shortlist candidates for interview; in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly. We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines, job description and person specification (found at the base of this advert) before applying.

Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.

No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.

If you require any further assistance, please contact the Recruitment Team on 0121 415 6735 or recruitment@sense.org.uk

Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of st...

We are looking for volunteers to join our North East Care Team to provide support to families either by volunteering alongside our Family Support Workers, or supporting families independently.

This role could involve:

• Social support for siblings e.g. helping with homework, supporting interests and play/craft activities
• Accompanying the family on days out or sibling trips during the school holidays
• Accompanying the family to hospital appointments
• Practical support in the family home such as housework, shopping or gardening

What we’re looking for:

• An excellent communicator who can build relationships with children and young people

• Experience of interacting with people from a wide variety of backgrounds

• Experience of interacting with children and young people

• Confidence in working with children and young people with complex health needs

• An ability to empathise with families in stressful circumstances

• Non-judgemental, warm, friendly and with a sense of humour

• A commitment to following our policies regarding safeguarding, professional boundaries and confidentiality

• A full driving licence and use of your own transport may be required in some locations

• All ages from 18 onwards are welcome

Your commitment:

Your commitment:

Requirements for support can vary depending on family circumstances, but we ask that you are able to volunteer for one session per week, Monday –

Friday, during the day.

To enable you to get the most out of your volunteer role, we are looking for volunteers who are available to volunteer for the next 12 months

Training and Support

Training and Support

A dedicated member of Rainbow Trust staff will guide and support you in your work. You will receive a full induction to the charity and a programme of training relevant to your role, to help you get the most from your time with us

Training will cover areas such as safeguarding, active listening skills, bereavement, health and safety, confidentiality and GDPR. Further modules will be available for you if you would like to develop your knowledge

All care volunteers will receive regular one to one support and more formal supervision sessions

Why choose Rainbow Trust?

Why choose Rainbow Trust?

We are a Sunday Times Top 100 Not-for-Profit organisation and a leading charity for children and young people

Professional training and opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge

The enjoyment of becoming part of our friendly and welcoming team, knowing you are making a valuable contribution to the lives of the families we support

A calendar of social events for volunteers, including Christmas events and celebrations for Volunteers’ Week

We will reimburse your out-of-pocket travel expenses

Ready to apply?

Ready to apply?

Get in touch with our Volunteering Team by email on volunteering@rainbowtrust.org.uk or call

for more information about volunteering with us.

Selection process:

Selection process:

Enrolment form, references, interview, Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS)

FAMILY SUPPORT

Role Title – Family Support Volunteer

VOLUNTEER

Location – The Joshua Tree Hwb, Conwy Road, Mochdre, Bae Colwyn, LL28 5HE OR

The Joshua Tree Support Centre, Dalefords Lane, Sandiway. CW8 2GW (Joshua Tree is based in two
locations, Mochdre (North Wales) & Sandiway (Cheshire).

Reporting to – Family Support

Aim – To help our Family Support team with the setup of our events including Saturday sessions and
Family Support Groups. To be on hand at these events whether being at the front of the Centre
welcoming our families, at one of our craft tables with the children or helping in our wonderful spacious
kitchen making refreshments.

Why do we need volunteers?

At The Joshua Tree we believe that volunteers play a significant and vital role in our charity. We want all
our volunteers to feel valued, celebrated, and respected as we honestly believe that without the
incredible people that volunteer at The Joshua Tree, we simply could not do what we do. Our volunteers
are at the very heart of our charity and play an integral part here at The Joshua Tree.

What is an Event Support Volunteer?

Event Support volunteers help to deliver a variety of different events at The Joshua Tree, from planning
and promoting the event to helping set up and running activities during the event. We are dedicated to
offering a fun and engaging event that is memorable for participants, whilst also showcasing The Joshua
Tree and its groundbreaking work.

Opportunities to support the Family Support Team

•  Get Creative - To help set up events alongside our Family Support team and prepare the

Centre to welcome our families. Our craft tables are always such a huge hit with the children
and so volunteers can be on hand to help with all the paints, crayons, and gallons of glitter.

•  Get stuck in – Assist with all aspects of the sessions, from setting up craft tables, to getting
the heart space prepared, to filling the kettle ready to help make lots of teas and coffees.
•  Be the host with the most - To welcome our families into the Centre and make them feel at

ease straight away. If it is their first time, being able to make introductions and directing them to
where they can sit down or make a cup of tea will go a long way in making them feel at home.
We need regular, smiley, and positive volunteers for our family events so that our families feel
at home when they are with us.

•  Be our voice - To feel confident when talking about The Joshua Tree and our work

•  All hands-on deck –
the event, as well as to

•  Supervise children –
groups, levels, and
the child's imagination to
help tidy up afterwards and not take advantage of our wonderful volunteers.

To assist with set up and support during
stay behind and help tidy up afterwards.
Confidence working with different age
abilities. A perfect balance of allowing
take over... but the ability to ensure they

•  Most importantly - To understand The Joshua Tree values and implement these into

everything that you do.

Personal Qualities

•  Confidence to interact with families and staff.
•  Excellent communication skills and a clear and polite manner.
•  A willingness to get involved with the whole aspects of family support events including the

planning, set up and delivery.

•  Reliable and honest.
•  To keep our beneficiaries the focus of all that you do.

What are the benefits for me?

Volunteering is such a fulfilling role where you are given the opportunity to be part of something truly
remarkable, as well as gain confidence and learn new skills. At The Joshua Tree we very much value our
volunteers and where possible, we try to allocate roles that we believe will really help the individual to
grow and excel. Volunteering can not only boost your CV, but also make such a difference to the
children and families that we support every day. Most importantly, we want our volunteers to feel
valued and respected, as well as to have fun and celebrate The Joshua Tree’s ongoing successes.

Will I need my own transport?

For this role, access to your own car is essential.

What are the contact details for the person I will be reporting to?

Your Volunteer Lead is Katie Harrison. Katie can be contacted at katieharrison@thejoshuatree.org.uk or
alternatively call 01606 331858.

As a Family Support Volunteer, you will provide additional support to the families we work with by either volunteering alongside our Family Support Workers, or supporting families independently.

Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity enables families who have a child with a life threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. As a Family Support Volunteer, you will provide additional support to the families we work with by either volunteering alongside our Family Support Workers, or supporting families independently.

Your role may include:

• Social support for siblings e.g. supporting interests, craft and play activities or helping with homework
• Accompanying the family on days out or sibling trips during the school holidays
• Accompanying the family to hospital appointments
• Practical support in the family home such as housework, shopping or gardening

What we’re looking for:

• An excellent communicator who can build relationships with children and young people
• Experience of interacting with people from a wide variety of backgrounds
• Experience of interacting with children and young people
• Confidence in working with children and young people with complex health needs
• An ability to empathise with families in stressful circumstances
• Non-judgemental, warm, friendly and with a sense of humour
• A commitment to following our policies regarding safeguarding, professional boundaries and confidentiality
• A full driving licence and use of your own transport may be required in some locations
• All ages from 18 onwards are welcome

Your commitment:

• Requirements for support can vary depending on family circumstances, but we ask that you are able to volunteer for one session per week, Monday –Friday, during the day
• To enable you to get the most out of your volunteer role, we are looking for volunteers who are available to volunteer for the next 12 months

Training and Support

• A dedicated member of Rainbow Trust staff will guide and support you in your work
• You will receive a full induction to the charity and a programme of training relevant to your role, to help you get the most from your time with us
• Training will cover areas such as safeguarding, active listening skills, bereavement, health and safety, confidentiality and GDPR
• Further modules will be available for you if you would like to develop your knowledge
• All care volunteers will receive regular one to one support and more formal supervision sessions

Why choose Rainbow Trust?

• We are a Sunday Times Top 100 Not-for-Profit organisation and a leading charity for children and young people
• Professional training and opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge
• The enjoyment of becoming part of our friendly and welcoming team, knowing you are making a valuable contribution to the lives of the families we support
• A calendar of social events for volunteers, including Christmas events and celebrations for Volunteers’ Week
• We will reimburse your out-of-pocket travel expenses

Ready to apply?

• Get in touch with our Volunteering Team by email on volunteering@rainbowtrust.org.uk or call 01372 363438 for more information about volunteering with us

Selection process:

• Enrolment form, references, interview, Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS)

Please note that we will only process applications from volunteers who are resident in the UK and who have already obtained the relevant immigration permits. We are unable to sponsor Charity Worker Visas.

As a Family Support Volunteer, you will provide additional support to the families we work with by either volunteering alongside our Family Support Workers, or supporting families independently.

Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity enables families who have a child with a life threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. As a Family Support Volunteer, you will provide additional support to the families we work with by either volunteering alongside our Family Support Workers, or supporting families independently.

Your role may include:

• Social support for siblings e.g. supporting interests, craft and play activities or helping with homework
• Accompanying the family on days out or sibling trips during the school holidays
• Accompanying the family to hospital appointments
• Practical support in the family home such as housework, shopping or gardening

What we’re looking for:

• An excellent communicator who can build relationships with children and young people
• Experience of interacting with people from a wide variety of backgrounds
• Experience of interacting with children and young people
• Confidence in working with children and young people with complex health needs
• An ability to empathise with families in stressful circumstances
• Non-judgemental, warm, friendly and with a sense of humour
• A commitment to following our policies regarding safeguarding, professional boundaries and confidentiality
• A full driving licence and use of your own transport may be required in some locations
• All ages from 18 onwards are welcome

Your commitment:

• Requirements for support can vary depending on family circumstances, but we ask that you are able to volunteer for one session per week, Monday –Friday, during the day
• To enable you to get the most out of your volunteer role, we are looking forvolunteers who are available to volunteer for the next 12 months

Training and Support

• A dedicated member of Rainbow Trust staff will guide and support you in your work
• You will receive a full induction to the charity and a programme of training relevant to your role, to help you get the most from your time with us
• Training will cover areas such as safeguarding, active listening skills, bereavement, health and safety, confidentiality and GDPR
• Further modules will be available for you if you would like to develop your knowledge
• All care volunteers will receive regular one to one support and more formal supervision sessions

Why choose Rainbow Trust?

• We are a Sunday Times Top 100 Not-for-Profit organisation and a leading charity for children and young people
• Professional training and opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge
• The enjoyment of becoming part of our friendly and welcoming team, knowing you are making a valuable contribution to the lives of the families we support
• A calendar of social events for volunteers, including Christmas events and celebrations for Volunteers’ Week
• We will reimburse your out-of-pocket travel expenses

Ready to apply?

• Get in touch with our Volunteering Team by email on volunteering@rainbowtrust.org.uk or call 01372 363438 for more information about volunteering with us

Selection process:

• Enrolment form, references, interview, Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS)

Please note that we will only process applications from volunteers who are resident in the UK and who have already obtained the relevant immigration permits. We are unable to sponsor Charity Worker Visas.

As a Family Support Volunteer, you will provide additional support to the families we work with by either volunteering alongside our Family Support Workers, or supporting families independently.

Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity enables families who have a child with a life threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. As a Family Support Volunteer, you will provide additional support to the families we work with by either volunteering alongside our Family Support Workers, or supporting families independently.

Your role may include:

• Social support for siblings e.g. supporting interests, craft and play activities or helping with homework
• Accompanying the family on days out or sibling trips during the school holidays
• Accompanying the family to hospital appointments
• Practical support in the family home such as housework, shopping or gardening

What we’re looking for:

• An excellent communicator who can build relationships with children and young people
• Experience of interacting with people from a wide variety of backgrounds
• Experience of interacting with children and young people
• Confidence in working with children and young people with complex health needs
• An ability to empathise with families in stressful circumstances
• Non-judgemental, warm, friendly and with a sense of humour
• A commitment to following our policies regarding safeguarding, professional boundaries and confidentiality
• A full driving licence and use of your own transport may be required in some locations
• All ages from 18 onwards are welcome

Your commitment:

• Requirements for support can vary depending on family circumstances, but we ask that you are able to volunteer for one session per week, Monday –Friday, during the day
• To enable you to get the most out of your volunteer role, we are looking for volunteers who are available to volunteer for the next 12 months

Training and Support

• A dedicated member of Rainbow Trust staff will guide and support you in your work
• You will receive a full induction to the charity and a programme of training relevant to your role, to help you get the most from your time with us
• Training will cover areas such as safeguarding, active listening skills, bereavement, health and safety, confidentiality and GDPR
• Further modules will be available for you if you would like to develop your knowledge
• All care volunteers will receive regular one to one support and more formal supervision sessions

Why choose Rainbow Trust?

• We are a Sunday Times Top 100 Not-for-Profit organisation and a leading charity for children and young people
• Professional training and opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge
• The enjoyment of becoming part of our friendly and welcoming team, knowing you are making a valuable contribution to the lives of the families we support
• A calendar of social events for volunteers, including Christmas events and celebrations for Volunteers’ Week
• We will reimburse your out-of-pocket travel expenses

Ready to apply?

• Get in touch with our Volunteering Team by email on volunteering@rainbowtrust.org.uk or call 01372 363438 for more information about volunteering with us

Selection process:

• Enrolment form, references, interview, Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS)

Please note that we will only process applications from volunteers who are resident in the UK and who have already obtained the relevant immigration permits. We are unable to sponsor Charity Worker Visas.

As a Family Support Volunteer, you will provide additional support to the families we work with by either volunteering alongside our Family Support Workers, or supporting families independently.

Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity enables families who have a child with a life threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. As a Family Support Volunteer, you will provide additional support to the families we work with by either volunteering alongside our Family Support Workers, or supporting families independently.

Your role may include:

• Social support for siblings e.g. supporting interests, craft and play activities or helping with homework
• Accompanying the family on days out or sibling trips during the school holidays
• Accompanying the family to hospital appointments
• Practical support in the family home such as housework, shopping or gardening

What we’re looking for:

• An excellent communicator who can build relationships with children and young people
• Experience of interacting with people from a wide variety of backgrounds
• Experience of interacting with children and young people
• Confidence in working with children and young people with complex health needs
• An ability to empathise with families in stressful circumstances
• Non-judgemental, warm, friendly and with a sense of humour
• A commitment to following our policies regarding safeguarding, professional boundaries and confidentiality
• A full driving licence and use of your own transport may be required in some locations
• All ages from 18 onwards are welcome

Your commitment:

• Requirements for support can vary depending on family circumstances, but we ask that you are able to volunteer for one session per week, Monday –Friday, during the day
• To enable you to get the most out of your volunteer role, we are looking for volunteers who are available to volunteer for the next 12 months

Training and Support

• A dedicated member of Rainbow Trust staff will guide and support you in your work
• You will receive a full induction to the charity and a programme of training relevant to your role, to help you get the most from your time with us
• Training will cover areas such as safeguarding, active listening skills, bereavement, health and safety, confidentiality and GDPR
• Further modules will be available for you if you would like to develop your knowledge
• All care volunteers will receive regular one to one support and more formal supervision sessions

Why choose Rainbow Trust?

• We are a Sunday Times Top 100 Not-for-Profit organisation and a leading charity for children and young people
• Professional training and opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge
• The enjoyment of becoming part of our friendly and welcoming team, knowing you are making a valuable contribution to the lives of the families we support
• A calendar of social events for volunteers, including Christmas events and celebrations for Volunteers’ Week
• We will reimburse your out-of-pocket travel expenses

Ready to apply?

• Get in touch with our Volunteering Team by email on volunteering@rainbowtrust.org.uk or call 01372 363438 for more information about volunteering with us

Selection process:

• Enrolment form, references, interview, Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS)

Please note that we will only process applications from volunteers who are resident in the UK and who have already obtained the relevant immigration permits. We are unable to sponsor Charity Worker Visas.

As a Family Support Volunteer, you will provide additional support to the families we work with by either volunteering alongside our Family Support Workers, or supporting families independently.

Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity enables families who have a child with a life threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. As a Family Support Volunteer, you will provide additional support to the families we work with by either volunteering alongside our Family Support Workers, or supporting families independently.

Your role may include:

• Social support for siblings e.g. supporting interests, craft and play activities or helping with homework
• Accompanying the family on days out or sibling trips during the school holidays
• Accompanying the family to hospital appointments
• Practical support in the family home such as housework, shopping or gardening

What we’re looking for:

• An excellent communicator who can build relationships with children and young people
• Experience of interacting with people from a wide variety of backgrounds
• Experience of interacting with children and young people
• Confidence in working with children and young people with complex health needs
• An ability to empathise with families in stressful circumstances
• Non-judgemental, warm, friendly and with a sense of humour
• A commitment to following our policies regarding safeguarding, professional boundaries and confidentiality
• A full driving licence and use of your own transport may be required in some locations
• All ages from 18 onwards are welcome

Your commitment:

• Requirements for support can vary depending on family circumstances, but we ask that you are able to volunteer for one session per week, Monday –Friday, during the day
• To enable you to get the most out of your volunteer role, we are looking forvolunteers who are available to volunteer for the next 12 months

Training and Support

• A dedicated member of Rainbow Trust staff will guide and support you in your work
• You will receive a full induction to the charity and a programme of training relevant to your role, to help you get the most from your time with us
• Training will cover areas such as safeguarding, active listening skills, bereavement, health and safety, confidentiality and GDPR
• Further modules will be available for you if you would like to develop your knowledge
• All care volunteers will receive regular one to one support and more formal supervision sessions

Why choose Rainbow Trust?

• We are a Sunday Times Top 100 Not-for-Profit organisation and a leading charity for children and young people
• Professional training and opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge
• The enjoyment of becoming part of our friendly and welcoming team, knowing you are making a valuable contribution to the lives of the families we support
• A calendar of social events for volunteers, including Christmas events and celebrations for Volunteers’ Week
• We will reimburse your out-of-pocket travel expenses

Ready to apply?

• Get in touch with our Volunteering Team by email on volunteering@rainbowtrust.org.uk or call 01372 363438 for more information about volunteering with us

Selection process:

• Enrolment form, references, interview, Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS)

Please note that we will only process applications from volunteers who are resident in the UK and who have already obtained the relevant immigration permits. We are unable to sponsor Charity Worker Visas.

Job Reference:

1651

Location:

Kent

Hours of Work:

22 hours per week (part-time)

Salary:

£24,449 FTE per annum (pro-rata for part-time hours)

Contract Type:

Permanent

Closing Date:

27 Jan 2026

ID: 1651 Family Time Supervisor

Service: Medway Family Time

Salary: £24,449 FTE per annum (£14,537.24 pro rata per annum)

Location: Sunlight Centre, Richmond Road, Gillingham, Kent ME7

Hours: Part-time (open to negotiation, starting from 22 hours a week) with option for overtime
We offer flexible working arrangements - please see below for more details.

Contract: Permanent (open to a sessional arrangement - salary will be paid per hour)

Family Action & the Role’s Impact:
At Family Action we support people through change, challenge or crisis. It’s what we’ve done for over 150 years. We protect children, support young people and adults and offer direct, practical help to families and communities.

We see first-hand the power of family to shape lives, for better or worse, so we speak up for the importance of family in national and local policymaking, amplify family voices and represent the changing needs of families in the UK today.

You will be working closely with the Service Manager, Coordinator and Medway Children’s Services to provide a safe, happy and positive experience for families, children and young people who have been referred to the service. You will provide Supervised Family Time for those referred to the service by their Social Workers and will provide a safe and welcoming environment where families are able to build trusting relationships and where appropriate receive support, advice and guidance.

We are looking for Supervisors to work across weekdays, early evenings and Saturdays on a permanent basis, however we are always interested in talking to anyone interested in sessional work.

Main Responsibilities:
• To support the delivery of safe and effective supervised Family Time sessions.
• To promote and maintain Family Time arrangements that are agreed between all parties, including respecting the wishes of children and young people.
• To ensure you have an understanding of, and comply with, Family Action’s procedures for promoting and safeguarding the welfare and safety of children and vulnerable adults, undertaking risk assessments before each session ensuring that the risks identified by Social Workers are mitigated.
• To ensure that all supervised Family Time sessions are managed to ensure as positive experience for the children and young people as possible.
• To recognise any risks of harm and intervene appropriately to de-escalate the risks or bring in additional support as required to safeguard the children.
• To keep records of your work using Family Action systems, adhere to confidentiality, information sharing protocols and risk assessment processes.

Main Requirements (for details check the job description and person specification):
• Educated to level two or above (or working towards) with experience of or a recognised professional qualification in social work, health, education, early years, youth work or equivalent, and evidence of a commitment to continuing learning and professional development.
• The ability to work with families in conflict and the importance of remaining impartial, objective and focused on the needs of the child/children at all times.
• Understanding of child development, attachment and appropriate parenting approaches.
• The ability to demonstrate an understanding of safe working practices, risk assessment and risk management.
• Excellent verbal, listening and written skills, including basic IT skills.
• Good planning and excellent report writing and record keeping skills. Experience of and ability to use MS Office applications and electronic recording systems.
• The ability to priorities and organise workload effectively including the timely completion and submission of case records and reports.
• Understanding of the needs of families / individuals, and of the impact of disadvantage and social exclusion and a commitment to and willingness to promote inclusion and equality of opportunity for all.
• Ability to align with and support Family Action’s mission and values.
• Appointments are subject to Family Action receiving a satisfactory disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service – Enhanced with Children’s Barred List DBS Check.

Benefits:
- an annual paid leave entitlement that commences at 25 working days rising...

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School-Home Support Practitioner (school-based support worker)

Location: Holy Trinity C of E Primary, Manchester, M9 4DU

Hours: 5 days per week, Term Time Only + inset days

Salary: £19,733 - £22,274

Closing date: Monday 26 January 2026

Interview dates:  Wednesday 28th January 2026 (online interview)

2nd Stage interviews: Week commencing Monday 2nd February to Friday 6 February 2026 (in person at the setting)

This is a permanent position

Our mission at School-Home Support is simple. We get children and young people back in school ready to learn, whatever it takes. Is this a mission for you? Yes? Then read on. 

We are looking for a Support Practitioner to join our team and to make a difference in children’s lives every single day. As the Family Support Practitioner, you will work in close partnership with school staff to deliver a programme of casework to promote and improve educational outcomes for the children and their families we support. You will also focus your support to help improve attendance, punctuality and engagement in learning.

You will have excellent relationship-building and communications skills with a proven ability to communicate with a wide group of people.

You’ll have previous experience of:

• working and engaging with parents, carers or guardians, children or individuals through individual and/or group-based support
• Providing expert pastoral support
• working in an educational or outreach environment
• working effectively with social and emotional factors affecting a child’s capacity to learn
• working with families from diverse communities

We are committed to maximising staff wellbeing and creating an inclusive, safe environment where everyone feels comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. To find out more about our current initiatives and offerings, please view our EDI & Wellbeing initiatives document which you can find here.

As an employer, we offer:

• Employee assistance programme
• Life assurance
• Pension scheme

For an informal and confidential chat about the role please email recruitment@shs.org.uk or call HR on 020 7426 5000.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Please email recruitment@shs.org.uk or call HR on 020 7426 5000 if you need any special arrangements or adjustments to help you take part in this recruitment process.

School-Home Support​ ​takes very seriously, the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and is committed to ensuring that our safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice. Our safeguarding policy recognises that the welfare and interests of children are paramount in all circumstances. All roles at SHS are subject to a DBS Check.

SHS Family Support Practitioner

Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

M9 4DU

£19,733 to £22,274 per year

Permanent - Full-time

Posted today

Closing date: 27/01/2026

Job reference: PO1418605ManSFSP

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SHS Family Support Practitioner

Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

£19,733 to £22,274 per year

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Support Worker (Supported Living, Lingfield)

Role/Job Title: Support WorkerLocation: Saxby Lane, Lingfield, Surrey (RH7 6DL)

Good public transport links, in walking distance from local train station

Hours of Work:  Part-Time, 18 hours per week

Sleep-in shifts Tuesday and Thursday - paid at £62 per night

Monday, Wednesday and Friday evening shifts 15.45-21.45

Salary: £12.80

Shift patterns to be discussed at interview.

Equal Opportunity/Accessibility and Accommodations Statement:As a Disability Confident employer, Aspens Charities is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for individuals with disabilities. We actively promote the recruitment, retention, and career development of people with disabilities, recognising the invaluable contributions they make to our organisation. We are dedicated to ensuring an accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Aspens’ mission is to provide high-quality care and support to individuals on the autism spectrum and with learning disabilities; meeting their needs and aspirations and empowering them to learn and grow through an integrated network of services across the South-East.

We provide support and care to children, families and adults across Kent, East Sussex, West Sussex, Brighton and Hove, Surrey and the London Borough of Bexley. Our services include registered care homes; supported living; community outreach; day services, including pathways to employment; children and young people’s groups and support; specialist support; and free online support for families and carers across the South-East.

The people we support at Saxby Lane are female and have preferences for females to undertake care that is personal and intimate, affecting privacy and decency. Both residents require lone working support staff and, at this time, whilst building a staff team, we are only able to offer roles to female applicants in order to respect the people we supports' requests and wishes.

An exciting opportunity for caring individuals to join this new supported living service and team working with individuals between the ages of 21-30. The role will include supporting individuals with their daily lives and ensuring that their interests are met by taking part in activities inside the home and within the community – for example, accessing day opportunities, activities such as games nights, gym, bowling, swimming etc.

Assistance with independent Life skills – such as cooking, home making, budgeting, attending appointments

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive Paid Trainingand opportunities for career progression, including recognised qualifications in health and social care
• Paid DBS Check(we will recover the cost should your employment terminate for any reason, other than redundancy, before passing your probation)
• Flexible Work Arrangementswith the option to take on additional bank shifts
• Annual Leave(including Bank Holidays) pro-rated based on your hours, with additional leave accrued with length of service
• Nest PensionandDeath in Service Benefit
• Access to a Dedicated Employee Assistance ProgrammeandMental Health First Aiders
• 20% Discountat Aspens High Street Stores for all staff
• Discounted Menuat the Bluebell Café (Pembury) for employees
• Refer a Friend Scheme– earn up to £250 for every successful referral
• Employee recognition programmes, including ‘Employee of the Month’

About the Role:

At Aspens we work across Kent, Sussex and Surrey; supporting individuals with autistic spectrum conditions, learning disabilities and physical disabilities.

Saxby's Lane is a Supported Living Service, recently acquired by Aspens and home to adults with learning disabilities and autism spectrum conditions.

As a Support Worker at Saxby's Lane, you will work as part of a strong and dedicated team, playing a big role in the support we give those that live there throughout their day to day lives.

Along with your general caring responsibilities (including some personal care and assisting those with physical disabilities or mobility issues) your role will include supporting with many exciting activities such as baking, painting or learning to play an instrument as well as other activities out in the local community.