Care Coordinator
Care Coordinator
Location:Falkirk and surrounding areas
Contract: Full-Time- 39 Hours Per Week
Salary:£27,696 per annum
Full UK driving license is essential
We are seeking an experienced Care Coordinator to join our dedicated team at Montana Homecare. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a leadership role within a care-at-home service, overseeing support in Falkirk and the surrounding areas.
About the Role
As Care Coordinator, you will:
-
Lead and support staff to deliver high-quality, person-centred care to people in their own home.
- Manage day-to-day operations including staff rotas, risk assessments, audits, and compliance with health and safety.
- Supervise, mentor and develop Support Workers, undertaking appraisals and performance management.
- Ensure our Person-Centred Support and Enablement model of care is embedded throughout the service.
- Liaise with social workers, families and external agencies to achieve the best outcomes for the people we support.
- Deputise for the Service Manager when required.
This is a varied and rewarding role where you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference while supporting a committed team.
About You
- SVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Health & Social Care – Essential
-
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role within a social care setting – Essential
- Proven supervisory and leadership experience with the ability to inspire and develop a team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and effective relationships.
- Professional, resilient and adaptable, with strong problem-solving skills.
- Commitment to confidentiality, safeguarding and organisational values.
- Driver with access to a vehicle – Essential
What We Offer
- £27,696 per annum
- 28 days paid annual leave including bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff)
- Accredited training and ongoing professional development
- Employer contributory pension scheme
- Additional benefits including:
- Health Cash Plan (for full/part-time contracted hours)
- £10,000 Life Cover
- Free Employee Assistance Programme (including counselling and financial advice)
- Discounts through our Reward Gateway
- Financial Wellbeing Scheme
- Refer-a-Friend Bonus Scheme (T&Cs apply)
Additional Information
-
An enhanced Adult PVG check is required for successful applicants.
IND123
Information
- Reference:
LC1477496FalCC - Location:
Falkirk, Falkirk, United Kingdom - Postcode:
FK2 7DL - Employment:
Permanent - Salary:
£27696.00 to £27696.00 - Share: Share on Facebook Tweet Send email
Current Vacancies
Current Vacancies
Current Vacancies
- Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom, GL1 2UF
- £28,801 - £28,801 Per Annum
- Permanent * Full time
- Posted: Wednesday, January 7, 2026
- CARECO37-5hrsSOV070126RW
- Documents
Are you looking for your next opportunity in the Care sector?
We currently have a fantastic opportunity for a Care Coordinator to join our state of the art Retirement Village based in St Oswald's, Gloucester. As our Care Coordinator You will receive a competitive salary of £28,801pa plus excellent benefits package which includes;
- 33 Days Annual Leave (FTE) Pro Rata for Part Time
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity allowance
- Enhanced employer pension contribution
- Eligible for Blue Light Card discounts
- Attendance Reward
- Free Life Insurance
- Buy And Sell Holiday
- Cycle2work Scheme
- Employee Asssitance Program
- Free Use of Onsite Gym
Here at ExtraCare we offer our residents access to outstanding retirement villages, promoting care and lifestyle opportunities that truly do create ‘better lives for older people’. We are committed to offering fulfilling and worthwhile careers to all our staff – enabling you to deliver the quality of service we promise.
- Hours: 37.5hours per week
- Salary: £28,801pa
- Location: St Oswalds Retirement Village, Gloucester, GL1 2UF
Proposed interviews from week commencing February 5th, however CVs will be reviewed on an on-going basis
What will you do as our Care Coordinator
?
- Provide a full administration services to enable the Care Manager and Care Supervisors to deliver a high quality care service
- Ensure all personnel and electronic files are up to date
- Support the recruitment process/recruitment cycle for all care staff
- Maintain a matrix of one to one supervision and Development and Interim Reviews
- Check all identification including Work Permit / Visa / Home Office documents where applicable
- Monitor absence and ensure all back to work paperwork is completed
- Administer the STA for all Village staff and resolve any subsequent pay queries
Our ideal Care Coordinator
:
- Previous experience in a domiciliary care environment or similar role
- An excellent understanding of the industry, the regulations and legal aspects.
- Understand service users’ needs so we can provide the highest levels of service.
- Excellent I.T. skills and proficiency in working with an electronic resource planning and recording system (CM2000 or similar)
- Achievement of, or hold equivalent to, QCF Diploma or NVQ Level 2 in Business Administration
Don’t miss out! Click ‘apply’ now to make an invaluable impact to the lives of others as our Care Coordinator.
This Care Coordinator role will be subject to satisfactory DBS check, references and Home Office right to work clearance.
Extracare is committed to making our recruitment practices as fair and inclusive as possible for all. This includes making adjustments or changes to support candidates throughout the recruitment process
We appreciate your interest in joining our team and exploring opportunities with YMCA Dulverton Group. At YMCA Dulverton Group, we are not just a charity; we are a dynamic and vibrant local community committed to fostering supportive, inclusive, and empowering environments. Our mission is to cultivate communities where young people can authentically belong, actively contribute, and truly thrive.
We deliver life changing services to over 10,000 children, young people and, families across Somerset and Devon every year. We focus on 6 key areas of work, including Support and Advice, Housing, Family and Youth Work, YMCA Gym, Training and Education and Our Hotels.
We regularly adapt our services to help ensure we meet the needs of our community and the strategic priorities of the local authority. We strive to provide a consistent supply of high-quality housing and effective support.
Our employees are on board with our constantly evolving organisation, and are dedicated to changing the lives of those who utilise our services. If the prospect of contributing to youth development, fostering positive community impact, and making a meaningful difference resonates with you, we would like to learn more about how your skills and passion align with our mission, aim and values.
At YMCA Dulverton Group, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your wellbeing, development, and work-life balance, including:
- Westfield Health Cash Plan to help with everyday health costs
- 28 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time roles)
- A wide range of training and development opportunities to help you grow
- Monthly employee raffle
- Discounted gym membership to support your health and wellbeing
- A complimentary one-night hotel stay at one of our locations
- Savings on childcare in our Early Years Settings and Children’s Holiday Club
- Discounted hire of our wedding and events venue
- Access to confidential counselling services
- Employer contributions to your pension scheme
- Exclusive charity worker discounts
We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We are striving to be a care leaver friendly employer, and because of this, if you wish to disclose that you are care experienced, we guarantee you an interview as long as you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Following this, we also offer constructive feedback on your application process.
We appreciate your interest in joining our team and exploring opportunities with YMCA Dulverton Group. At YMCA Dulverton Group, we are not just a charity; we are a dynamic and vibrant local community committed to fostering supportive, inclusive, and empowering environments. Our mission is to cultivate communities where young people can authentically belong, actively contribute, and truly thrive.
We deliver life changing services to over 10,000 children, young people and, families across Somerset and Devon every year. We focus on 6 key areas of work, including Support and Advice, Housing, Family and Youth Work, YMCA Gym, Training and Education and Our Hotels.
We regularly adapt our services to help ensure we meet the needs of our community and the strategic priorities of the local authority. We strive to provide a consistent supply of high-quality housing and effective support.
Our employees are on board with our constantly evolving organisation, and are dedicated to changing the lives of those who utilise our services. If the prospect of contributing to youth development, fostering positive community impact, and making a meaningful difference resonates with you, we would like to learn more about how your skills and passion align with our mission, aim and values.
At YMCA Dulverton Group, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your wellbeing, development, and work-life balance, including:
- Westfield Health Cash Plan to help with everyday health costs
- 28 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time roles)
- A wide range of training and development opportunities to help you grow
- Monthly employee raffle
- Discounted gym membership to support your health and wellbeing
- A complimentary one-night hotel stay at one of our locations
- Savings on childcare in our Early Years Settings and Children’s Holiday Club
- Discounted hire of our wedding and events venue
- Access to confidential counselling services
- Employer contributions to your pension scheme
- Exclusive charity worker discounts
We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We are striving to be a care leaver friendly employer, and because of this, if you wish to disclose that you are care experienced, we guarantee you an interview as long as you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Following this, we also offer constructive feedback on your application process.
Recruitment
CARER SUPPORT WORKERS - Anglesey
CARER SUPPORT WORKERS NEEDED
Description
Are you looking for a rewarding and worthwhile job opportunity?
Come and join our team at Carers Trust North Wales, providing practical support to unpaid carers
We are looking for enthusiastic and friendly people who would like to be part of our local charity. We provide high quality respite services to carers in their own homes, looking after the person they care for to allow them to have a much needed break (average visit is 2-3 hours / average 2 visits per day).
Experience preferred but training can be provided. Good rates of pay (£12.60 per hour) plus mileage, travel time and holiday/sickness pay and access to a Blue Light card (thousands of discounts online & in the high street for care sector workers ).
Guaranteed hours contracts & flexible hours available.
Own transport essential.
All successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS (advantageous if you currently have one) and provide reference checks.
Candidates must:-
• Have caring attitude towards others
• Be reliable and committed
• Have a non-judgmental approach at all times
• Be flexible and adaptable
Please download an application form here and once completed, please return to Carers Trust North Wales, Office Suite 39-40, Quinton Hazell Enterprise Parc, Glan-y-Wern Road, Mochdre, Colwyn Bay, LL28 5BS or email to recruitment@ctnw.org.uk:
Role Profile Job Title Schools & Families Officer Contract Type Temporary Fixed Term 9-12 Months Maternity Cover Salary Hours Holidays Manager Location £27,500 per annum (FTE rate) Actual £22,000 28 hours per week, 4 days a week 0.8 FTE (includes regular Sundays) Pro rata entitlement of a full-time equivalent of 33 days including 8 bank holidays Head of Learning & Public Engagement Chelsea Physic Garden, 66 Royal Hospital Road, London SW3 4HS 1. Equal Opportunities Chelsea Physic Garden is a place for everyone. As an equal opportunities’ employer, Chelsea Physic Garden is committed to championing equality, diversity, and inclusion in our workplace. If you are a suitably qualified applicant, we encourage your application whatever your age, disability, gender, gender identity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation or socio-economic background. 2. About Chelsea Physic Garden Chelsea Physic Garden (CPG) is an independent charity set up in 1983 to promote and preserve the four-acre garden of the same name. The charity’s mission is to demonstrate the medicinal, economic, cultural and environmental importance of plants to the survival and wellbeing of humankind. We are open to visitors six-days a week, eleven months of the year. There has been a teaching Garden on our site since 1673, and today we hope that all our visitors leave inspired, having learnt something new. 3. Our Values We have a set of five inter linked reinforcing values that support each other Openness and Transparency • Sharing and being generous with information • Being open to new ideas and opinions Respect & Care Inclusion • Respecting others' roles feelings and opinions • Listening sensitively and encouraging dialogue • Working collaboratively • Reaching out to involve others in and outside the organisation Discovery & Enrichment • Actively seeking out new knowledge • Inspiring and motivating intellectual curiosity and learning Sustainability • Embracing change and innovation • Working to build on our heritage 4. About the Role At Chelsea Physic Garden we connect people with the power of plants. The Schools & Families Officer plays a key role in the continued growth and execution of Chelsea Physic Garden's Schools and Family programme. The post holder will collaborate with teachers, schools, home-educators, colleges, universities, and community groups to deliver a broad range of engaging, high-quality learning experiences designed to inspire and connect visitors of all ages and backgrounds. This role involves engaging audiences both on-site and online, creating digital classroom resources to expand our reach and impact, and fostering meaningful connections with diverse learners from various socio-demographic groups. They will be responsible for booking in schools, invoicing and scheduling the delivery of both the schools and family programmes. With the support of our Learning freelance team, the postholder will be required to meet annual income and targets for the number of learners engaged with, and activities delivered by, or on behalf of the Garden. Our engagement programmes complement the National Curriculum, UN Sustainable Development Goals and our organisational mission to demonstrate the medicinal, economic, cultural and environmental importance of plants to the well-being of humankind. Working with the Public Programme Manager, the postholder will devise and ensure the delivery of our programme aimed at family audiences. Building on the success of our annual programmes including the Chelsea Heritage Festival open weekend, the post holder will look at seasonal opportunities to maximise audience engagement to better serve our community. The Schools & Families Officer reports to the Head of Learning & Public Engagement. They will be responsible for supervising volunteers and freelance educators who undertake some direct delivery and for working with other members of staff within the Garden to achieve their objectives. 5. Key areas of responsibility 5.1 Direct Delivery The Schools and Families programme at the Garden engages over 7,000 learners each year, some of whom participate in self-guided activities. The post holder will be responsible for preparing and directly delivering engaging, cross-curricular sessions and workshops for all learners at the Garden, creating lesson plans for each programme or activity. They will also ensure that feedback collected throughout the year is carefully evaluated, proposing and implementing any necessary reviews or adjustments to the programme. The post holder will lead a review of the school programmes offered at the Garden, with the aim of enhancing the range of core workshops available for Key Stages 1–5. They will maintain up-to-date knowledge of plant science, outdoor learning practices, and developments in the National Curriculum. The post holder will also stay current with emerging trends in education, championing best practices...
PBS Practice Lead – Make Every Day Matter! - URGENT ROLE
An exciting, new opportunity has arisen for a passionate and dedicated Practice Lead to work in our brand new supported living homes in Surrey, and to help the people we support to live, love, thrive and belong. You do not need to have a formal PBS qualification, and this may be a pathway to a formal qualification in the future. We are looking for someone with an interest to learn more about positive behaviour support and have some experience with working with people who display behaviours that challenge.
What’s In It For You?
- Highly competitive salary
- Pension
- Good management support
- Career development
What You’ll Need
- Strong English communication skills (spoken & written) and ability to produce written reports
- Be resilient, confident and ready to take on any challenge
- Confident engaging with diverse groups of people, family members and multi-disciplinary agencies
- Experience in assisting with managing and assessments of new people to support
- A valid manual UK driving licence
- The legal right to live and work in the UK
- Experience working directly with people who have learning disabilities, autism and mental health conditions, multi-sensory impairments and challenging behaviours
Candidates will receive clinical supervision as part of this role, which can include UKBA(cert) supervision if required. If candidates are currently undertaking a bachelor’s or master’s degree in an associated subject (e.g., PBS, ABA, psychology), support will be available.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Assist the service manager to ensure that everyone receives high quality support, the people we support and the team supporting them. Including staff clinical supervisions, training new team members and supporting the team to complete support plans and risk assessments.
- Support the implementation of PBS across an identified home.
- Uphold and ensure a trauma-informed approach throughout your work and encourage this in the work of those around you.
- Support the Behaviour Consultant with assessments and delivering interventions; ensuring both clinical and operational effectiveness for the people we support and their teams.
- Deliver PROACT-SCIPr-UK® training to our support teams.
- Support the business development team with new referrals.
- Work with the families of the people we support to continue to build open, honest, and transparent working relationships.
Who You’ll Be Supporting
Byfleet Supported Living: Where Exceptional Care meets Extraordinary Lives!
Byfleet Supported living is more than just a home – it’s a place where adults with autism and learning disabilitie...
- Ref:TD/VP
- Area:South Ayrshire
- Pay:12.80 per hour
- Closing Date:25th January 2026
- Interview Date:TBC
Veronica is an outgoing, friendly, chatty and active young woman who lives in her own home in Prestwick.
Veronica loves spending time with her family, singing, shopping, horse riding, attending groups and general girly things.
Veronica is looking for someone who:
- Is flexible in working times, as post includes evening, weekends and sleepovers.
- Is confident promoting clear and consistent boundaries
- Has the ability to stick to and promote structure and routines
- Has the strength of character to adapt to challenging situations
- Is a strong community connector
- Has a good sense of humour and is good fun
- Is adventurous, forward thinking and motivated
- Is patient, a good listener, and good communicator
- Can motivate and support Valerie to take care of her home
- Is a dedicated person who will help her lead life to the full
- Is patient
- Is fit and active who enjoys the outdoors
Essential for the Support Practitioner role is that you can demonstrate the following:
- Understands and works in a person centred way
- Understands the importance of family involvement
- Understands all behaviour is communication
- Has excellent communication and written skills
Desirable
- An understanding or experience of supporting adults with learning disabilities
- SVQ Level 2/3 in Social Care (or equivalent) or willing to work towards this
This role involves shift work including evening, weekends, sleepovers and public holidays.
You can only be appointed for this post if you are registered with the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme and are able to register with the Scottish Social Services Council when required for your post.
If you would like an informal discussion before applying, please call Tracey Dempster on 01563 825555 or 07811 452 378 during office hours.
*This position has a “genuine occupational requirement” covered under the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 and therefore only applications from females requested.
This position comes under the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions order)
Clinical Psychologist - Northampton
This role is responsible for the provision of a high quality, evidence based and specialist programme of psychological assessment and support for people dealing with cancer.
You will contribute professional expertise to the Maggie’s MDT and integrated programme of cancer support for people living with the impact of cancer, aligned with the Clinical and Counselling Psychology Role Expectation Guidelines.
You will contribute to the Maggie’s organisational programme of psychosocial research and work closely with the Centre Head to develop and promote the programme of support.
You will contribute professional expertise to the Maggie’s MDT and integrated programme of cancer support for people living with the impact of cancer, aligned with the Clinical and Counselling Psychology Role Expectation Guidelines.
You will contribute to the Maggie’s organisational programme of psychosocial research and work closely with the Centre Head to develop and promote the programme of support.
Key responsibilities
- Responsible for psychological leadership and the governance of psychological thinking, recording and activity undertaken within the centre team.
- Provide specialist psychological assessment and intervention for people living with the impact of cancer by utilising a range of psychotherapeutic formats for support including individual, couples, family, group work, support groups and networking groups, and other mechanisms including psycho-educational formats such as workshops and lectures.
- Utilise theoretical and evidence based practice in relation to programme provision
- Record and report all data in relation to own work.
- Supervise centre staff regarding psychological aspects of programme provision and facilitate staff support and supervision meeting.
- Responsible with the Centre Head for training and development of staff and volunteers.
- Ensure the development and articulation of psychological best practice within the centre
- Develop and assure quality and evaluate Maggie’s programme in collaboration with the Centre Head, at a local and national level.
- Responsible for the management of psychological risk within the centre.
Full responsibilities are listed in the attached job description
Skills, knowledge and expertise
- Postgraduate doctoral level training in clinical or counselling psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) and eligible for chartered status with BPS
- Contributing to and working within the context of a multi-disciplinary care team.
- Teaching/training and providing consultation to groups - professional or non-professional.
- Familiar with working from models of psychological wellness, the psychology of health, normal adjustment to illness and quality of life in contrast to a medical model of illness.
- Demonstrable skills in design and conduct of audit and research.
- Expert communicator able to convey complex, highly technical and clinically sensitive information to clients, families, carers and a range of lay and professional persons.
- Project management and IT skills that support qualitative or quantitative research.
Job benefits
- You’ll spend time at one of our incredible centres to experience our programme of support and see first-hand the difference we can make.
- A structured orientation week will cover everything you need to get settled in your new role.
- Holiday entitlement that helps you create a manageable work life balance.
- Generous sick leave cover.
- A supportive and friendly working environment.
- Tailored learning and development opportunities.
- Kitchen facilities with free tea, coffee and fruit bowl.
- Workplace pension and free financial advice from an independent financial advisor to help you plan for your future.
- Option to keep a pre-existing NHS pension if eligible.
- Travel and cycle loans.
- Eye test expenses and money towards glasses.
- Enhanced maternity pay.
- Our buddy system links you with a colleague to give you extra support in your first few months.
- Facilitated stress management courses and access to our clinical psychologists for support.
About Maggie's
We provide free practical and emotional support for people living with cancer, and their family and friends. We have centres across the UK and a growing international network, with more planned for the future.
We are looking for a compassionate and experienced Care Supervisor to lead and supervise care teams at Dunkirk Memorial House.
Work pattern: 37.5 hours per week, 3 shifts over 7 days between 08.15 - 19.45.
As Care Supervisor, you’ll be responsible for delivering high-quality, person-centred care. You will create and update care plans that prioritise individual needs, promoting health, well-being, and independence. Assessing and managing risks will be key to ensuring beneficiaries feel safe while maintaining their autonomy. Monitoring physical, mental, and psychological health will be a core part of your role, ensuring timely interventions when needed.
You will also manage shifts effectively, mentor team members, and foster a positive and supportive working environment. You’ll also contribute to continuous improvement by engaging in quality assurance activities, training, audits, and policy development.
We would like to hear from individuals who want to make a positive difference to the lives of those that have served, ensuring their unique contribution is not forgotten.
We’re looking for someone with:
- Level 3 Diploma in Adult Social Care or equivalent.
- Level 3 Team Leader/Supervisory Apprenticeship Standard (or willingness to work towards it).
- Experience in a care home, adult health, or social care setting, particularly supporting older people and those with dementia.
- Strong skills in assessing needs, creating and evaluating care plans.
- Experience in safe medication management, including ordering, storage, administration, and disposal.
- A compassionate approach to end-of-life care.
- A commitment to continuous professional development, especially in dementia care.
What we offer:
- Great staffing team, excellent facilities
- Flexible working hours
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Free parking
- Competitive generous pension plan
- Supported training and development. Legion wide
- Health care cash plan
- In house and independent counselling wellbeing scheme
- Retail discounts. Supermarkets, technology, travel, sport & leisure + lots more
- Refer a Friend scheme.
- Long Service and staff recognition awards
- LGTBQ safe space
Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.
Here at RBL, we aim to support our people and their wellbeing, with a package including generous paid holiday allowance and pension scheme contributions, and a range of optional benefits and discounts.
For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
If you require the job advert or job description in an alternative format, please contact 0808 802 8080.
INDRBL1
Associate Priest: Benefice of Littleborough (Interim post)
The PCCs and Patrons are looking for a confident and inspirational team player, enthusiastic about developing the ministry of the whole church, committed to leading them in mission and growth and developing links with the Mission Community and the Deanery.
Assistant Curate, to be known as Associate Priest: Benefice of Littleborough (Interim post)
The PCCs and Patrons are looking for a confident and inspirational team player, enthusiastic about developing the ministry of the whole church, committed to leading them in mission and growth and developing links with the Mission Community and the Deanery.
They will:
- be a person of strong faith and sustained prayer
- be committed to a strong Safeguarding culture
- be committed to the Diocesan Mission Goals of Growing, Nurturing and Serving and the key themes of Growing Younger; Church Planting and Revitalisation; Developing Missional Leaders – Lay and Ordained; and Mission Renewal.
- be purposeful about developing positive links with the Mission Community and the Deanery
- be able to hold together different traditions and worship styles
- be committed to collaborative ministry
- be able to make Christ known to new Christians and able to deepen and develop the faith of all
- be keen to reach and draw in the local communities and able to inspire the congregations to strengthen and develop mission to them
- be enthusiastic about work with children, young people and families, both in schools and in church, and committed to maintaining and developing our relationship with schools
- be able to lead on, or learn about, buildings and stewardship
Further Information
Further information is available in the Parish Profile, Person Specification, Role Description, and Diocesan Statement of Needs.
How to apply
Alternatively, email pa.archrochdale@manchester.anglican.org for an application form.
Applications close: Wednesday 4th February 2026
Interviews: Wednesday 4th March 2026
Conversation about the post is welcomed. Please contact The Reverend Anne Gilbert, Area Dean of Rochdale email: AnneGilbert@manchester.anglican.org Tel: 01706 346774
Sunderland Carers’ Centre Job Description Post Salary Carer Within Reach Worker £22,931.88 (pro rata) Hours of Work 18 Hours per week (times and days negotiable) Holidays 25 Days per Annum (pro rata) Location: Sunderland Carers Centre, Thompson Road, Sunderland Responsible to: Service Manager Job Summary. The Carer Within Reach Worker will be initially responsible to the Service Manager at Sunderland Carers’ Centre. Emphasis will be placed on the development of a whole family approach to engage families in services which are appropriate to identified needs. The Carer Within Reach Worker will act within the Carer Contact Team to provide a listening ear service to those carers identified as being socially isolated and would benefit form a Within Reach call. The post holder will provide accurate and appropriate information, advice, and guidance to carers within the Carer Contact Team function as needed. Equal opportunities. Sunderland Carers’ Centre recognises that the needs of carers are paramount within the services it offers. The Centre is committed to a policy of equal access to employment and provision of its services regardless of race, religious or political beliefs, ethnic or national origin, culture, gender, sexuality age or disability Working Relationships. Internal: The post holder is accountable to the Service Manager with whom they will liaise on a regular basis. The post holder will be ultimately accountable to the Board of Trustees and the Chief Executive Officer. The post holder will support activity from the mechanisms within the Carers’ Centre to ensure all carers are supported via the services delivered by Sunderland Carers’ Centre. External: The post holder will ensure Sunderland Carers’ Centre influences decisions that benefit carers at a locality level, working closely with the partners from both statutory and voluntary sectors. Main Duties and Responsibilities: To provide Within Reach calls to carers identified as in need of social contact so tackling social isolation, loneliness and addressing wellbeing To recognise the signs of issues and problems associated with the caring role and escalating to the most appropriate team member To input onto the Customer Relations Data base contacts made by volunteers to carers, as part of the Within Reach project To form part of the organisation’s Contact Team function to provide information, advice, guidance and support with an outcome focus to support carers in a format which most appropriately meets their individual needs as needed To provide a first contact service to those contacting Sunderland Carers’ Centre via telephone, email, face to face or via website enquiries and providing the person with relevant and accurate information, advice, guidance and support as needed Provide a professional welcome to all customers and visitors, presenting a positive impression of the organisation To ensure that incoming telephone calls are answered in a professional and timely manner and transferred, where appropriate, to the relevant team member as needed Carry out the necessary administration for this role accurately and within organisationally set standards including updating the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) System (Charity Log) Input activity and outcome records to CRM system. Work to achieve agreed carer outcomes, contract Key Performance Indicators and targets as agreed with the organisation’s frameworks and commissioning contracts Also Working as part of the wider team to provide a range of support options which includes support via telephone, e-mail and 1:1 meetings plus support at a range of meetings both internally and externally. To develop and maintain meaningful, effective on-going relationships with other organisations and professionals to ensure that carers have a range of accurate information, knowledge and opportunities available to them. To attend and/or support promotional events, training opportunities or social activities for carers. To work with the wider Carers’ Centre team and partners to identify and engage hard to reach carers. To support carers to have a life of their own along-side their caring role To represent Sunderland Carers Centre in order to promote and encourage understanding and awareness of carers issues for example through the delivery of agreed training programmes for carers, partners and the wider community To support the communication of National Legislation regarding carers and how this affects carers. To contribute to good practice and development of the organisation including service evaluation Work with and mentor designated volunteers with the support of the management team Work with and mentor students on placement within the organisation with the support of ...
Deputy House Parent (non-teaching)
Salary: £25,542.00 per year
Contract basis: Full-time, Fixed term contract (18 months)
Application deadline: 26 January 2026, 5pm
Merchiston Castle School is seeking to appoint a Deputy House Parent (non-teaching).
This position offers a strong platform for a member of staff interested in pastoral leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
- To work with the House Parent, where necessary, on key pupil support issues
- To assist the House Parent with the smooth running of the House
- To help to provide a safe, friendly and secure environment within the House
- To assist with all aspects of House communications, as agreed with the House Parent
- To consider undertaking a BSA Diploma in Boarding over a 2-year period or its equivalent
- To become fully aware of the Health & Social Care Standards
- To stand in for the House Parent, including at House Parents’ meetings, and also regularly work alongside the House Parent, using him/her as a mentor
- To deputise for the House Parent during any period of absence, however long that might be
- To be on call overnight approximately twice per week, by arrangement with the House Parent
Requirements of the Role:
- Attend morning assemblies with the House, Whole School Services and, when on duty, other Chapel Services
- Support, wherever possible, school plays, concerts, sports fixtures, particularly to support boys in the House
- Specific organisational aspects of the House Parent’s remit will be delegated to the Deputy House Parent when appropriate, e.g. o organisation of House dinners & events o Health & Safety of the House
- Responsibility for day pupils or International pupils in the House o running the House Forum
- A specific remit such as i/c Outdoor Education within the House o Trips
- Organisation of rotas
- Attend the House gatherings and House dinners with parents and to be in House at the start and end of terms to help with the arrival/departure of pupils and to welcome and reassure parents
- Help with occasional cover over weekend leaves, as directed by the House Parent
- Assist with emergency hospital visits as required
- Attend relevant HMC and SCIS CPD courses and other relevant seminars
- Qualify as a minibus driver (encouraged, not essential).
This post is considered as Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007.
Please email your completed Application Form, along with an Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form and Self-Declaration Form to hr@merchiston.co.uk
Applications will be considered as they are received and shortlisted candidates may be invited for interview prior to the official closing date. Merchiston reserves the right to appoint ahead of the closing date and thus early applications for this role are advisable.
Interested candidates can contact Omar Adams, HR Manager, at hr@merchiston.co.uk, should they wish to discuss this post further informally.
Closing date for applications: January 26 2026, at 5pm.
Senior Carer
Senior Care Assistant
Location: Fremantle Court, Stoke Mandeville, HP22 5XL
Pay rate: £13.90
Contracted hours: 36
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you a senior experienced carer or support worker with the passion to make a difference?
Can you lead a small team of people to deliver outstanding care to our residents, whilst encouraging them to always do their best?
Tucked away in the peaceful village of Stoke Mandeville, just outside Aylesbury, Fremantle Court offers high-quality nursing, dementia, residential and respite care for older people. With stunning views of the Chiltern Hills and beautiful gardens that welcome visiting wildlife, our home is a place of comfort, companionship and expert care.
Our care teams make a real difference every day and your professionalism, teamed with kindness and compassion, will be at the core of everything you do. Supporting the Home Manager, and leading a team of carers, you’ll be responsible for planning and implementing the kind of care that will give our residents a real sense of security, dignity, and independence. You’ll ensure care plans are regularly reviewed through continuous assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. You’ll be able to manage your time between supporting your team effectively and ensuring the wellbeing of our residents.
In return we’ll provide opportunities for career development and training to support your personal growth, all delivered in a nurturing, engaging and rewarding environment.
.
AND IN RETURN
The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development. Alongside keeping our colleagues safe with PPE and daily testing
Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:
- 30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
- A Company pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Care Worker Charity membership for well being and financial aid
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more
ABOUT YOU
You’ll have previous experience of working in a residential care setting with a NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care. You might have previous supervisory experience, like delegating tasks, supporting inductions for new starters and 1 to 1s but this is not essential.
What is important is you are a positive role model, with excellent communication skills and a natural ability to get along with others. A supportive individual, able to motivate others to deliver the best possible care to our residents at all times. Alongside being confident taking charge and being able to use your own initiative to resolve problems and deal with queries.
If you think you have the right skills and attitude to deliver the highest quality of care for our residents as a Senior Support Worker within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today.
#homemanager
Senior Carer
Senior Care Assistant
Location: Burnham, Buckinghamshire, SL1 7NL
Pay rate: £12.85 per hour
Contracted hours: 42 hours per week, including alternative weekends
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you a senior experienced carer or support worker with the passion to make a difference?
Can you lead a small team of people to deliver outstanding care to our residents, whilst encouraging them to always do their best?
Our care teams make a real difference every day and your professionalism, teamed with kindness and compassion, will be at the core of everything you do. Supporting the Home Manager, and leading a team of carers, you’ll be responsible for planning and implementing the kind of care that will give our residents a real sense of security, dignity, and independence. You’ll ensure care plans are regularly reviewed through continuous assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. You’ll be able to manage your time between supporting your team effectively and ensuring the wellbeing of our residents.
Lent Rise House is situated in the heart of Burnham, between Slough and Maidenhead. Our highly experienced team provides nursing care and support, ensuring individuals are listened to, valued and respected. Our Burnham care home has warm and friendly communal areas andfacilities, including a sun lounge, bar, quiet room, convenience shop and activity room, providing an inviting place to catch up with friends.
In return we’ll provide opportunities for career development and training to support your personal growth, all delivered in a nurturing, engaging and rewarding environment.
AND IN RETURN
The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development.
Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:
- 30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
- A Company pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Care Worker Charity membership for well being and financial aid
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more
ABOUT YOU
You’ll have previous experience of working in a residential care setting with a NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care. You might have previous supervisory experience, like delegating tasks, supporting inductions for new starters and 1 to 1s but this is not essential.
What is important is you are a positive role model, with excellent communication skills and a natural ability to get along with others. A supportive individual, able to motivate others to deliver the best possible care to our residents at all times. Alongside being confident taking charge and being able to use your own initiative to resolve problems and deal with queries.
If you think you have the right skills and attitude to deliver the highest quality of care for our residents as a Senior Support Worker within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today
#homemanager