Vacancy – Relief Advisor / Responder
Accountable to: SOL Connect Team Leader
Salary: £13.50ph
Hours: Relief
Base: Wishaw or Glasgow
General Description
SOL Connect is an established, multi-award-winning digital Technology Enabled Care (TEC) Service that empowers people to live independently in their own homes within the community. Integrating cutting-edge technology with person-centred planning, we collaborate with people to create TEC solutions that enable them to take control of their own care journey.
This is a unique opportunity for a person centred and forward-thinking support practitioner to use their skills to deliver support in a different way.
Job Purpose
Advisor:
As the SOL Connect Advisor you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and independence of the people we support. Providing responsive remote support over our video conferencing HUB, you will apply traditional care and support skills and experience using bespoke technology.
The people that we support may call in using their HUB technology for a chat, some reassurance, or reminders to take medication or lock up at night. Others may call in at times of distress or when their mental health has deteriorated. SOL Connect Advisors possess a unique set of skills that enable them to seamlessly move between calls, delivering compassionate care and support remotely.
Please Note - This position involves extended periods of sitting and screen time.
Responder:
Whilst on shift as the Responder, you will provide out of hours support to the individuals supported by the organisation and contribute to the efforts of Support Ordinary Living to fulfil its mission and purpose.
The role is a night shift-based role and would require the post holder to react as and when required to requests of support from individuals. The role will be based within one of the SOL Offices which are in Glasgow and Wishaw. You would be required to work across all offices on an as and when required basis.
Main Duties of the Post
Provide an out of hours response to the people we work for, responding to
- Alarm activations.
- Personal Care Requests
- Emergency medical support
- Supports after a fall.
- Technical Support
- Safeguarding an individual’s welfare and wellbeing
- Provide support to the SOL Connect team and customers by answering hub calls and providing admin support when not required to offer physical support.
- To demonstrate a sound knowledge and understanding of Sol’s policies and procedures which apply to the day-to-day care of the individual. To demonstrate an ability to work in accordance with these.
- To uphold and safeguard the positive image and reputation of the organisation with all external agencies and contracts.
- To contribute to the organisational processes and systems for monitoring and evaluating quality of service provided to the individual.
Work Pattern
Flexible work schedules available to match your availability, including Day, Back, and Night Shifts.
Key Responsibilities
Responsive care and support: Provide warm, person-centred support to people living with mental illness, addictions, or disability remotely from our base and in line with individual TEC support plans.
Person centred approach: Treat the people we support with compassion, respect, and dignity and maintain high standards of service delivery in line with the National Health and Social Care Standards.
Enablement: Provide support to people to regain skills and maximise their independence by supporting them to set personal goals, fostering a sense of accomplishment and motivation as people progress.
Empowerment and Advocacy: Advocate for the rights and needs of the people we support, empowering them to take control of their TEC journey.
Facilitate connections: Support people to make the most of our technology to help them stay connected with their loved ones and community.
Support Carers: Facilitate arou...
Lead Youth Work Practitioner
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 Lead Youth Work Practitioner.
About the job
Location: Tiverton
Employment type: 1 Year Fixed Term Contract - Maternity Cover
Hours of work: 30 hours per week
Positions available: 1 post
Salary: JNC: unqualified scale pt SCT12 - 13 (£30,745.00 - £31,885.00), qualified scale pt SCY14 - 17 (£33,066.00 - £35,533.00)
Deadline for application: 11th February 2026
Interview Date: 23rd February 2026
Job Ref: DYS316
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 Tiverton Youth Centre 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
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
Space is an inclusive and learning organisation. Our employees should strive to achieve the best they can and must be committed to seeing the best in others
As part of our ambitions to improve equality and diversity, we would particularly welcome applications for this role from those who identify under any of the protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010,...
Job reference:003944
Salary:£25,553 per annum (Part time pro rata)
Closing date:01/02/2026
Employment type:Part time
Hours Per Week:20
Town Name:Peterhead
We're now on the look out for our new *female future stars, so if you'd love a new job for 2026 that will bring you satisfaction like no other, look no further as we have two great opportunities to join our fantastic #TeamCraigewan in Peterhead as Support Practitioners on a part-time (20 hours per week, permanent basis.Our team and the individuals you'll support
Craigewan is a purpose-built facility which is home to 11 individuals with learning disabilities, all living in their own self-contained flats.
We are specifically looking to fill two vacancies within Mhairi and Phillip's support team. You'll be joining a warm, friendly team and the great thing is that two days are never the same.
We asked Mhairi what she was looking for in a Support Practitioner and she said " I would like someone who is happy, fun and smart and will make me laugh. I like cooking, baking and counting money and also love shopping in Aberdeen so someone that can drive her mobility car. My dream job is to work in a shop with a till".
We also asked Phillip what type of person he was looking for and he said "I would like someone who is polite, understanding and easy to talk to. I enjoy walking, swimming and the cinema and would like to go horse riding!"
As one of our Support Practitioners, you'll provide care and support that is centred around assisting Mhairi and Phillip to identify and work towards their goals. You'll work with them both to develop personal plans that reflect their choices, individual support needs and capabilities.
You'll also support Mhairi and Phillip to manage their own homes, increase and maintain their independence and encourage and support them with their social, health and wellbeing needs.
Being a Support Practitioner is more than just a job, there’s no better feeling going home after every shift knowing that you’ve made a positive difference in someone’s life.About You
At Cornerstone we don’t recruit on experience and qualifications. We’re more interested in what you as a person will bring to our team! We’ll pay you for your training and give you all the practical skills you’ll need to build a career within the Health & Social Care sector. We’ll even fund your SVQ (SCQF level 6/7) qualification and your yearly SSSC registration fees too!
All we'll need you to bring is: -
- Good listening and communication skills
- A caring attitude and approach
- A positive approach to learning
- An understanding of the importance of routines and guidelines
- The ability to cook (baking would be a bonus too!)
- A full driving license with a minimum of 1 years' experience on the roads to allow you drive the people we support's mobility cars
Shift Patterns
Your hours will usually be spread over 4 or 5 of 7 days will include early mornings, days and evenings. Public holidays and weekends would also form part of your rota on a rotational basis.What makes Cornerstone a great place to work
Along with hosting our annual Star Awards to celebrate and recognise the impact and dedication of our colleagues and the achievements of the people we support, there's some other great perks that'll you receive when you join our team: -
- You'll have a meaningful job doing things that you enjoy - it often doesn't feel like work
- Your job actually changes and improves lives - you'll make a difference in your local community
- We have a culture of empowering our colleagues and teamwork
- No uniform - we wear our own casual clothes
- We fund up to £500 towards driving lessons
- We reimburse your yearly SSSC registration fees
- Access to funded qualifications through our SQA approved, award winning Training Academy
- Ongoing continued professional development and career progression opportunities
- Recommend a colleague bonus scheme
- Long service awards
- Access to a 24/7 independent employee assistance helpline
- 26 days annual leave (rising by 5 days after 5 years) plus 4 paid bank holidays
- Family friendly leave options, including family, parental, bereavement and special leav...
Study Programme Tutor - Occupational Studies 1125
- Contract End Date (if applicable)
- 2026-Oct-05 00:00
- Vacancy Type
- Permanent/Full Time
- Hours per week
- 40 hours per week
- Location
- Oldham
- Salary Range
- £26,000 per annum
- About Us
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Central YMCA is transforming. This is an exciting time to join us as we look forward toward growth and progression and focus on our purpose to advance the education, health and wellbeing of our communities. We want to create improved access to life-changing opportunities and enable everyone to achieve their potential, live a fulfilled life and contribute positively to society.
What we offer- 27 days annual leave + 3 annual leave days over Christmas + bank holidays
- Extra annual paid leave for your birthday, a mental health day, and up to 5 volunteering days
- 4% Contributory Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – a wide range of free and confidential services for you and your immediate family (including counselling sessions)
- Employee Discount Scheme
- About You
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This role would perfectly suit a Tutor who has experience of working with young people or who is looking to share their knowledge and experiences with the next generation in order to support them to achieve their life goals.
Ideally possessing teaching and assessing qualifications, you must be able to work both independently and as part of a wider team. A strong sense of purpose and a passion for teaching and training is a must, along with the ability to use your initiative and work to set deadlines.
You will be able to:
· Plan and deliver diverse and innovative teaching, learning and assessment opportunities to achieve the highest academic standards and learning opportunities for learners.
· Ensure learning, teaching and assessment programmes take account of the latest developments in subjects taught and evaluate their impact on learner progress and success, ensuring that appropriate use is made of ICT.
· Provide pastoral and tutorial support within the framework of support designed by the organisation to support individual learner support, progress and achievement.
You will also have:
· PGCE/Certificate in Education or Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training
· Relevant vocational qualification
- About the Role
We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity based in Oldham for a full-time
Study Programme Tutor in Occupational Studiesto join our expanding team.We are seeking a passionate and motivated Tutor to help shape the learning journey of our students, and support them in developing their employability skills while also preparing them for their next steps.
In this role, the tutor will be responsible for delivering an engaging curriculum to a cohort of learners, supporting them from their initial interview and assessment right through to the successful completion of their qualifications.
The tutor's work will involve delivering Level 1 Occupational Studies qualifications alongside supporting English and maths (up to GCSE level), while embedding practical skills and personal development into their teaching. With a focus on high-quality, inclusive education, delivery will align with the standards set out in the Education Inspection Framework, ensuring that all learners have access to outstanding learning experiences.
Possessing teaching and assessing qualifications, the tutor must be able to work both independently and as part of a wider team. A strong sense of purpose and a passion for teaching and training is a must, along with the ability to use initiative and work to set deadlines.
Safeguarding responsibilities: This role will involve daily contact with learners, and you will be engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All staff have a responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people, and/or vulnerable adults for whom you are responsible and with whom you come into contact. The Charity’s Safeguarding Policy is available fromCentral YMCA website.Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure, ...
Empowering young minds and changing futures.
You`re someone who cares deeply about making a difference…not just for today, but for a young person`s entire future.
You bring a blend of clinical expertise, compassion, and creativity, ready to meet children and young people where they are and help them move forward with confidence.
You`ll need to be a qualified Mental Health Practitioner, confident in using therapeutic interventions like CBT or solution-focused techniques, and experienced in working with children, young people and families, especially those facing emotional or behavioural challenges.
But it`s not just about what you know, it`s how you connect. You`re a natural collaborator, able to build trusted relationships with schools, families and multi-agency partners, and you understand the power of early support in educational settings. Safeguarding, risk management and communication come naturally to you, not as tick boxes, but as vital tools for building trust and safety.
You`re reflective, adaptable and committed to learning, with the drive to grow professionally and the values to guide others through difficult moments with hope and respect.
If you`re excited by the chance to work in an amazing supportive, forward-thinking team and to use your skills to help children and young people thrive - we`d love to hear from you.
Job Reference:
1656
Location:
Kent
Hours of Work:
22.2 or 29.6
Salary:
£25,221 - £27,780 FTE (Pro-rata for part time hours - £15,132 - £16,668 / £20,176 – £22.224)
Contract Type:
Temporary Contract
Closing Date:
25 Jan 2026
ID: 1656 SENDIASS Case Officer and Child and Young Person Lead
Medway SENDIASS
Salary: £25,221 - £27,780 FTE (Pro-rata for part time hours - £15,132 - £16,668 / £20,176 – £22.224)
Additionally, £480 home-based allowance FTE per annum, pro-rata
Location: Homebased within Medway area, with an expectation for frequent local travel, and some occasional wider and national travel for regional and national events.
Hours: 22.2 – 29.6 hours per week (Part-time) - To be negotiated with the successful candidate
We offer flexible working arrangements - please see below for more details.
Contract: Temporary for one year with the potential for extending, depending on budget review and business needs.
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.
We are looking for a motivated, passionate and committed Case Officer/Young Person Lead for our SENDIAS service in Medway, who will be responsible for leading on the development of our Child and Young Person work. You will demonstrate experience of working with children, young people and families with additional needs and a drive to empower service users to self-advocate, improving holistic life chances.
To join us as a Case Officer, with responsibilities as the Child and Young Person Lead, you will have a recognised professional qualification in education, health, social work or equivalent (or equivalent experience) and evidence of a commitment to continuing learning and professional development, preferably with at least two year’s experience in a role working directly with children and young people with SEND, with particular experience of supporting the 16-25 years age group.
With a solution focused, early intervention approach, you will provide both enquiry and casework support for families and young people specifically, including in relation to the Education and Health Care Plan (process), as well as providing impartial advice around a wide range of education, health and social care issues, such as resolving disagreements, mediation and SEND appeals.
You will have the ability to empathise with and assist families of children/young people with additional needs or in crisis. You will demonstrate highly developed interpersonal and active listening skills and first-rate verbal and written communication skills to empower service users to self-advocate.
Main Responsibilities:
• To provide both initial enquiry and casework support for children, young people and their families/representatives through phone calls, emails, online and face-to-face meetings in relation to SEND.
• A key part of this role will be to develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of current legislation complying with statutory guidance and best working practises. To work in-line with Information, Advice & Support Service (IASS). To undertake IPSEA L1-3 training in order to manage enquiries and casework, providing impartial legal information, advice and support in accordance with SEND legislation, policies and SENDIASS Minimum Standards and exemplifications, including the EHCP process, amongst others.
• As Child and Young Person Lead, in liaison with the Project Manager, take the initiative on Child and Young Person service development as a priority.
• To provide individual impartial and accessible enquiry resolutions and casework for parents and young people through:
• Phone, text, Teams and email contact
• School/College meetings, YP community or SENDIASS events
• Representation and support in preparing for and attending meetings, either face-to-face or online
• Listening to concerns and helping families to understand local and statutory procedures and interventions
• Signposting to other local or national sources of holistic support
• Planning support to ensure the best use of time and advising on optio...
Night Care Assistant – Wallsend
Location: Wallsend
Hourly Rate: £12.97 per hour
Hours: 36 hours per week, 12 hours per day
We currently have an opportunity for a Night Care Assistant to join Eothen Homes. The successful candidates will be based at our Wallsend care home working 36 hours per week, 12 hours per day.
We are looking for someone who is intuitive and aware of what matters most in life, who can demonstrate compassion and empathy and who is committed to improving the quality of life for older people. A major part of your role will be to enable and support people to remain as independent as possible by adopting a person centered approach in an environment that feels like home.
Experience of working in a care setting could be an advantage but is not essential.
The successful candidate will provide physical support and personal care to the residents of the home.
Benefits include:
Fully funded BUPA cash back scheme to all employees, benefits include dental treatments, optical treatments, prescriptions, therapies and access to shopping discounts to numerous high street and on line stores.
Paid breaks.
Birthday off.
Paid overtime.
Public holiday working will attract time and a half.
Requirements:
An enhanced Disclosure Barring Service check will be required.
This is your chance to make a difference!
This role is full-time, permanent, 35 hours per week
Forward Trust delivers services within the Commissioned Rehabilitative Services (CRS) as part of the Ministry of Justice’s new probation system. Commissioned by Regional Probation Directors, our services are designed to be flexible and responsive, supporting individuals to break the cycle of reoffending and build more stable, positive futures.
We are seeking a Family Connections Practitioner to work remotely as part of a flexible and supportive team, delivering Family and Significant Others interventions within our wider Personal Wellbeing Service.
The role focuses on supporting adult men and young men within the Criminal Justice System, providing tailored, client-centred interventions that strengthen family relationships, improve wellbeing, and promote positive change.
You will manage a caseload and deliver structured 1:1 and group-based interventions, offering advice, guidance, assessments, care planning, and outcome-focused support aligned to individual needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver client-centred Family and Significant Others interventions
- Manage and prioritise a caseload effectively
- Complete risk assessments, comprehensive assessments, and SMART care plans
- Deliver structured 1:1 sessions and therapeutic group work
- Use psychosocial and motivational interviewing techniques to support behaviour change
- Work collaboratively with partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes
- Contribute to performance targets set by Forward Trust, Interventions Alliance, and local commissioners
- Accurately record outcomes and progress to support service evaluation
Flexibility
This role requires flexibility, including:
- Occasional evening and weekend working
- Travel (with reasonable notice) to other projects within your cluster to support continuity of care
Essential Knowledge, Skills & Experience
- Knowledge of the issues facing clients within the criminal justice sector
- Strong experience working in Personal Wellbeing or related services (e.g. families, emotional wellbeing, lifestyles, social inclusion)
- Demonstrable experience completing risk assessments, comprehensive assessments, and implementing SMART care plans
- Significant experience delivering psychosocial interventions, including motivational interviewing, in both 1:1 and group settings
- Knowledge of the criminal justice sector
- Understanding of the Recovery Agenda
Desirable
- Lived experience of addiction or imprisonment
- Applicants in recovery must have a minimum of 3 years’ abstinence
- Applicants with lived experience of imprisonment must have been released at least 5 years ago
About The Role
Are you a motivated leader with a passion for retail and people? We’re looking for Mobile Relief Managers to join our dynamic retail team. In this role, you’ll provide cover for shop managers during periods of leave or absence, ensuring smooth operations and exceptional customer service across our retail portfolio.
If you’re an experienced retail manager, with experience of working to budgets with a good knowledge of Health and Safety and Trading Standards, or someone with great transferable skills and enthusiasm then get in touch.
You’ll be hands on, managing stock, merchandising displays, supporting gift aid processes, and driving sales to meet KPIs. You’ll also lead and inspire teams of staff and volunteers, creating a positive environment aligned with our Hospice values.
This is a varied role that requires flexibility, resilience, and strong organisational skills. You will need good IT skills and an ability to embrace new technology, as well as being friendly and approachable.
If you’re committed to great leadership, have a passion for working with pre-loved goods and enjoy working with the public, we’d love to hear from you. You will be an ambassador for St Michael’s at all times. In return for your commitment, we’ll provide a competitive salary and benefits package, within a highly reputable charity.
We are open to applications from individuals requiring 22.5- 37.5 hours per week, as we intend to take on several people to bolster our team of Relief Managers. Days of work will be allocated by rota over 7 days, including bank holidays.
A full driving licence with access to a car is required for this role.
What you can expect from us
As well as joining an enthusiastic friendly and committed team, our location is hard to beat – nestled in the stunning Herefordshire countryside, in a state-of-the-art facility with free on-site parking, discounted delicious meals snacks and drinks. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, a Hospice pension, discounts with local suppliers, generous study leave and support for ongoing personal development.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Transferable NHS pension
- Hospice pension
- Superb working environment and facilities
- Generous study leave allowance
- Discounts with local suppliers
- Individualised training needs analysis
- Advanced communication skills training
- Employee counselling service
- Free on-site parking
- Competitively priced meals and beverages
- Free tea, coffee and chilled water
- Friendly, welcoming work environment
- 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
Next steps
- Application Guidance Notes
- Download the Job Description
- Download the Equal Opportunities Form
- Your Information and How We keep It Safe
- Download the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy
Need some help?
To find out more, of if you need help with your application, contact our recruitment team
Free physiotherapy
Discount opportunities
Christmas savings scheme
Salary £26,378 per annum
Location Elgin, Moray
Expiry 05/02/2026 23:59
This is a Permanent, Part Time vacancy that will close in 14 days at 23:59 GMT.
The Vacancy
Aware of unpaid carers and the impact caring has? Interested in helping people stay connected, well and able to care in the way they want? Join Quarriers and reach your full potential as a Family Wellbeing Worker in our Moray Carer Support Service!
Your new opportunity
At Quarriers Carer Support Service (Moray), our aim is to improve the wellbeing of unpaid carers of all ages throughout Moray, to enable them to continue in their caring role, where appropriate, and support them to have a life of their own.
We are on the lookout for two part time Family Wellbeing Workers to join our team As a key support you will enable carers to identify the information, advice and activities necessary to help them manage the impact of their role, have breaks from caring, and ensure they maintain a life of their own. . You will also work closely with other providers and agencies to create appropriate opportunities for carers to relax, learn and benefit from strong networks of support.
Working pattern: We have 2 part time opportunities available offering 18.5 hours per week. Usual working hours are 9am to 5pm but you may be required (on occasion and pre-arranged) to work outside those hours to meet the needs of service delivery.
Other duties will include:
- Managing referrals, assessment and support processes for carers.
- Enabling wellbeing and support programmes for individuals and families.
- Facilitating inclusive opportunities to deliver a carer voice within Moray
What you will need to bring to the role
- Reliability, flexibility and a positive attitude
- Ability to build trusting long-lasting relationships
- Empathy and excellent communication skills
- Excellent team player
- Ability to apply transferable life experience and skills to support and enable individuals.
- It is essential for the successful candidate to have access to a car as a level of travel will be required across a geographical remit.
What you'll get in return
🌱 SVQ qualifications via our accredited centre
🌴 Generous leave: 29 days + 4 public holidays (rising to 34 + 4 after 5 years)
📚 Training & development opportunities
❤️ Opportunity to change lives through meaningful work
👨👩👧 Family-friendly policies
🏥 Health benefits: HSF cash plans, physio & occupational health
📞 Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
🎁 £500 refer-a-friend bonus (T&Cs apply)
🛡️ Life Assurance & Pension
🚲 Cycle to Work scheme
🎟️ Access to Concerts for Carers
Quarriers have Investors in People Platinum accreditation.
Full details of this role can be viewed on the attached Job Role Profile.
About Us
Quarriers is one of Scotland’s leading social care charities. We provide practical care and support for vulnerable children, adults and families who face extremely challenging circumstances. We challenge poverty and inequality of opportunity to bring about positive changes in people’s lives.
Benefits
Free physiotherapy and occupational health
24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme
Non-contributory life assurance scheme
Workplace pension
Christmas savings scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Long service rewards
Significant discount opportunities
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Are you ready for a new challenge? Do you have interest in working with parents, children and young people in crisis?
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual to join Newport local authority as a Family Intervention Worker within the Newport's Family Support Service.
Who are the Family Support Service?
The Family Support Service is an innovative Edge of Care Service which is part of the Integrated Family Support Services (IFSS) delivered jointly in partnership between Newport Children's Services and Barnardo's. A new contract has secured a 5-year partnership to continue to develop and expand its existing offer to children and families within Newport. The aim of the IFSS is to provide a continuum of family support providing intensive support for those families on the brink of care or where the plan is for a child's rehabilitation home. We work with families focusing on their strengths to build resilience enabling them to make changes to their lives. Interventions are based upon evidence-based practice relevant to the family's needs.
What does the job role involve?
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family Support Worker to join our Rapid Response team which, in close partnership with Newport's childcare teams, will respond to families in crisis and on the verge of breaking down. The ultimate aim of this work will be to prevent admissions into the care system. To undertake this role, you will need to have direct experience of undertaking family support work with children and parents. You will be required to provide holistic support to families around routines and boundaries, behaviour management, Child Sexual Exploitation, domestic abuse and parenting by building on families' strengths and working with achievable goals.
Job Role
- To respond rapidly to families and young people in crisis.
- To deliver holistic family focused programmes and interventions.
- To support parents to build upon their strengths and improve their parenting capacity.
- Work in partnership with other professionals and agencies to ensure the welfare of the child.
You will have:
- The ability to work under pressure and respond calmly to families presenting in crisis.
- Experience of working with children and families in a Family Support setting.
- Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and legislation.
- Theoretical and practical knowledge of child development – (Desirable).
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Willingness to work evenings or weekends by arrangement on an occasional basis if required.
You will need to have willingness to work flexibly including, evenings weekends and public holidays.
Need further information?
For further information, please contact Leah Ward, Partnership Manager at leah.ward@newport.gov.uk
Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.
We know that our colleagues go above and beyond in delivering our vital work, driven by their passion and commitment to Barnardo's values. We also know that we can only realise our ambitions and achieve better outcomes for more children, thanks to the talent, hard work and creativity of our people.
For all these reasons, we are committed to a new approach to pay and reward, to ensure it is fair, attractive and progressive, which was rolled out in April 2023. This is a positive change for the charity, and a part of our People & Culture Strategy. It will assist us in supporting colleagues to belong, thrive and grow in their colleague journey at Barnardo's and in time will offer clear routes of progression for colleagues in both their career and their pay.
Whilst the full pay band and salary range is advertised, our approach to starting salaries is to appoint between the minimum to mid-point of the pay band – this ensures that pay steps are available to reward our colleagues annually based on their contribution to excellence and alignment to our values and behaviours. More details on Barnardo's pay framework can be found upon application.
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Are you a positive and motivated person who is experienced in supporting people who can exhibit behaviour that challenges? Are you looking to gain great experience in a satisfying job where you feel supported? If this sounds like you, maybe a Support Worker role with an award-winning charity is the change you’ve been looking for! At our Elgin service, we support vulnerable individuals who live in their own homes to live as independently as possible.
The people we support have learning disabilities and a variety of health conditions, including diabetes and epilepsy, and would benefit greatly from staff who are proactive, fun and understanding. The individuals we support enjoy a wide range of different activities, like watching TV (especially Love Island!), going on holiday, attending social clubs and events, going out walking and exploring the community. They’re always up for trying new things, so are looking for inventive people who are up for the challenge. Our staff team are very supportive and experienced and provide support with: • Medication administration • Moving and positioning • Cooking and home maintenance • Social support and support to achieve personal goals • Managing the finances of the people we support Our team provide support 24 hours a day, so we ask for flexibility to work a variety of shifts including days and sleepovers and some weekends. Our shift patterns can vary but are generally: - 2pm - 2pm the next day (including sleepover) - 8am - 3pm - 3pm - 8.30pm We are currently recruiting for a relief member of staff to join our team
We know it takes a special person to work in social care and we recognise that not everyone that would be perfect for the role, will have professional experience. This is why we're really passionate about recruiting to individuals’ values and we recruit people from all walks of life; From people with vast experience in a support worker or care assistant role, from people with lived experiences who may have friends or relatives with disabilities or have looked after older relatives, to people with no experience at all.
Naturally it is important too that you share our company values - We Include; We Deliver; We Aspire; We Respect; We Enable, which are at the heart of everything we do and ensure that we deliver high quality, consistent care and support. People's values are important to use, so we look for people with:
- Patience
- Empathy, compassion and sensitivity to others
- A strong work ethic
- Reliability
- Honesty
- Determination
If you have read this advert and feel like it’s exactly the role and organisation you’re looking for, please click 'Apply' to take you through to our short application form.
If you are interested in learning more about the role before submitting your application, please feel free to contact recruitment.region1@c-i-c.co.uk
A Place I belong
Here at Community Integrated Care we aim to be a warm, welcoming and inclusive employer, where all colleagues feel they belong. We want to an organisation that is truly fair and equal to all – where individual diversity is valued, unique characteristics celebrated and everyone feels able to bring their true selves to work.
By encouraging and embracing a range of diverse backgrounds, experiences, capabilities and viewpoints, we will build a stronger, richer, more vibrant workforce, which reflects the people we support, and the communities in which we work. It helps us make better decisions, bring fresh ideas and become a true provider and employer of choice.
We have a really clear plan to achieve this called A Place I Belong. This publicly sets out the promises we’ve made to achieving this vision and how we will hold ourselves to account to getting there. You can read more about this by clicking here.
We wish you the very best of luck in your application to joining our charity. Should you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please feel free to contact recruitment.region1@c-i-c.co.uk
Community Integrated Care is an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer.
Waking Night Recovery Worker (Penrith)
- locations
- Abbots Bank
- time type
- Part time
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- Posted Yesterday
- job requisition id
- JR009726
Waking Night Recovery Worker
Location: PenrithWorking Hours: 22.5 hours (nights)Contract Type: PermanentSalary: £24,243 (pro rata per annum)
Make a real difference in your community
Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier and more independent lives?
Join Waythrough, one of the UK’s leading mental health and social support charities, and make a lasting impact every day.
We support over 125,000 people each year through our 200 services, empowering individuals to overcome challenges around mental health, housing, and substance use.
About the Role
You’re caring, flexible and creative, thrive under pressure, know how to connect with people at all levels and really enjoy helping others to live as independently as possible. You’d also like to be part of an organisation that counts on the professionalism, insight, expertise and passion of its staff to inspire individual recovery for the people they work with. Welcome to Waythrough’s Abbots Bank as a Waking Night Recovery Worker.
Abbots Bank is a 6-bed shared living service registered with CQC. The service is staffed 24 hours per day with waking night cover. To provide support to people in their own homes throughout the Eden area. We support adults with mental health difficulties to live a life that is meaningful to them. We look at coping strategies and find practical solutions to aid in their recovery.
What You’ll Do
We know that recovery can look and feel very different to each and every one of us. But we also know that if we provide the right support, at the right time, we can inspire recovery nationwide and that recovery is possible for everyone. That’s where you come in.
Responsible for helping and inspiring the people who use our services to maintain their tenancy and independence in the community, we’ll rely on you to work with them to come up with a personal support plan that will see them achieve their goals and aspirations. Whether it’s developing their domestic and finance management skills or accessing work, leisure or educational opportunities, one thing’s for sure ‐ you will have every chance to shine.
About You:
No relevant experience is required as full training will be provided, although candidates with an understanding of mental health issues and/or lived experience would be welcomed. More important is your caring and compassionate nature and empathy and enthusiasm for helping others. Whatever your background, you’ll need to be happy to work both independently and within a team and willing to be part of a weekly rota system and available for on call duties.
In return for your skills and enthusiasm, this role comes with some really great benefits and excellent training and development opportunities.
To review the Job Description please click here.
About Waythrough
Formed in 2024 through the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship, Waythrough is now one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.
With 3,500 staff and volunteers across more than 200 services, we help people to live full, meaningful lives.
Some roles may still appear under our legacy brands (Humankind, Richmond Fellowship, Aquarius) while we complete our integration — but wherever you join us, you’ll be part of one supportive team, sharing one purpose.
What We Offer
We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:
- 27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)
- Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%
- Life assurance (3× annual salary)
- Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay
- Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave
- Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications
- 24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
- Recognition and long service awards via our Way to GoandAspirationsportals
- £500 Recommend a Friendbonus
- Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership
- Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and T...
Night Carer
Night Care Assistant
Location: Fremantle Court, Stoke Mandeville
Pay rate: £12.95
Contracted Hours: Full time
We offer various shifts and hours so get in touch and we can help you find the job you want!
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
We are looking for you to work as a care assistant making a real difference to our residents lives every day. Along with supporting daily routines and personal care (washing, bathing, supporting toilet use) we are looking for the right people to genuinely care for our residents and create a happy fulfilled life for them. Some days may be challenging but you will laugh, have fun and make lasting memories. You’ll become part of our extended family too, bringing kindness, exceptional care and dignity to our care homes.
We are looking for both experienced carers and those that are new to care to build our teams with diverse people who can bring all sorts of life experience to the job. We provide induction training and support, with ongoing development opportunities for you to really build a career with us. You will be a great communicator and able to build relationships and positive working and living environments. We’d love you to love your job.
AND IN RETURN
We’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK, meaning we reinvest every penny we make into our homes, residents lives and team members. We offer a great range of benefits:
- 28 days holiday; increasing with length of service (pro rat’d for part time
- Workplace pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Free car parking
- Life assurance
- Comprehensive induction, ongoing training and development
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Access to our Employee Assistance programme
- Care Worker Charity membership for well being and financial aid
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more.
We reserve the right to close this role before the closing date, with no advance notice. We do encourage you to complete an application as soon as possible if interested.