Bank Contract - Scrub Nurse/Practitioner

• Job reference
• 122642
• Department
• Theatre
• Location
• East Grinstead
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• No Pay Scale
• Closing date
• 30/01/2026

• Description

• Recognised as a Centre of Excellence, The McIndoe Centre is looking for experienced

  Scrub Nurse/Practitionersto join their ever-growing and developing Theatre team on aBank Basis.About you:
  • Registered Nurse or equivalent ODP Level 3 qualification.
  • Prior experience within a UK hospital setting.
  • You will be a passionate and empathetic experienced professional, with excellent communications skills to help build those all-important and respected relationships with our patients and your colleagues.
  • Prior experience within a hospital theatre setting.
  • Proactive and forward thinking, with a passion for continued learning.
  • A working ethic aligned to our core values as a group: Caring, Friendly, Quality, IntegrityandPride.
  Due to on-call requirements, we cannot consider applications with a travel time of over 60-minutes.Location:The McIndoe Centre, East GrinsteadContract:Zero-hours (Bank)Shift Availability:Requires availability on days, weekends, bank holidays, and some night shiftsHourly Rate:£32.42 per hour(with enhanced rates for evening, weekend and bank holidays)Right to work in the UKIn accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencing employment. We have assessed this role and it does not meet the criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. As such,we will not be accepting any visa sponsorships for this role, and candidates must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK independently, without sponsorship from Horder Healthcare.At Horder Healthcare, we are proud to champion and celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in all areas of our business. We are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to protected characteristics by applicable law.As a disability confident employer, we are pleased to offer our full support should you require an alternative method of applying or any reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process.In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have receiveda sufficient number ofapplications.Due to the nature of work here at Horder Healthcare, and to ensure that we remain committed to our Safeguarding policy, any applicant upon an initial offer of employment will be subject to pre-employment checks, including anEnhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS check). References and Occupational Health checks will also be taken up before appointment.

Post:  Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – PMLD
Location: Kirkby, Merseyside
Hours:  8:30am – 16:00pm (+ 7 additional Twilight sessions 16:00 – 18:00)
POST    3-day Post (days to be confirmed no weekends)
Contract: Term Time – Permanent
Salary: £NMW – £25,740.00 pro rata (depending on qualifications and experience)

Activate is seeking to recruit Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) with experience of
supporting individuals with learning difficulties, disabilities, and complex needs. Ideally,
candidates will have experience working with young adults aged 19–25 on further education
(FE) study programs or have supported individuals in SEN settings within primary or
secondary education, or within health and social care environments.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in encouraging learners to actively
participate in their education. You should have experience supporting individuals across a
range of ability levels, from pre-entry through to Level 1, adapting your approach to meet
diverse learning needs.

We are seeking driven and motivated individuals who are passionate about supporting
young people to reach their full potential. and committed to promoting independence. The
role includes supporting students with personal care tasks such as feeding, administering
medication, changing, and other aspects of daily living. You will be dedicated to working with
young people who have learning and/or physical disabilities, assisting them with a variety of
further education (FE) both in the classroom and within community settings.

The role requires confident and capable Learning Support Assistants, ideally with at least
one year’s experience in further education or social care. A relevant LSA qualification is
preferred; however, full training will be provided to work towards a Level 3 LSA Certificate in
Special Needs after a successful probationary period.

Activate is a registered charity which was founded in 2005. We deliver personalised
educational and vocational programmes for young adults with learning difficulties and
disabilities in Knowsley. We have been added to the Section 41 Secretary of State approved
providers list.

Our further education programmes for 19–25-year-olds with learning difficulties and or
disabilities are entirely person centred.  We offer a personalised curriculum for each student
on program.

Our aim as an organisation is to provide groundbreaking education programmes which help
young people with disabilities to develop skills to build confidence, develop employment
skills and encourage independence within the local community.

Due to the nature of work the above post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation
of Offenders Act and appointment will only be confirmed if a satisfactory Enhanced
Disclosure is obtained from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). We are committed to
safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff to share this
commitment.

Full Job Description, Application Form, Diversity Monitoring Form and Privacy Policy can be
downloaded from our website https://activateces.org.uk/vacancies/ Completed application to be
submitted to jobs@activateces.org.uk  before closing date of 30/01/2026.
Reference No: LSAJAN26.

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:
Contract:
Salary:

Learning Support Assistant (PMLD)
Term Time – Permanent
£NMW – £25,740.00 pro rata

JOB LOCATION:

Kirkby, Merseyside

All  employees  must  to  be  flexible  in  their  approach  and  will  be  expected  to  work  at  other
community-based sites.

Reporting to:

Education Lead

Main purpose of this job
To work as part of a team to support the teaching and learning activities and entitlement of all
learners who have severe and complex educational needs.
Support tutors in preparing individual programmes and learning materials appropriate to the
needs of the learners and supporting the tutor in the co-ordination and planning of resources
and the delivery of learning programmes.

Summary of duties and responsibilities:

To support the tutor in the management, planning, delivery and assessment of

1.
curriculum programmes for all learners including support to groups and individuals in the
delivery of these programmes.

To be a key worker for 1 learner or a number of learners in the class/group facilitating

2.
the documentation of assessment/progress and maintaining communication information
between college/home.

To assist the teacher with planning and preparation of resources and programmes

3.
including differentiation for the individual needs of learners in the class/group.

To actively support all students in the full range of curriculum activities across the

4..
college.

To carry out evaluation of progress and electronically record attainment against

5.
learners targets.

To read, understand and acknowledge, input and implement the following information

6.
for the students/groups that you support:

Individual Learning Plans
Behaviour Support Plan...

Job Introduction

• Location:Folkestone, Kent
• Rate:£12.25 per hour
• Hours:Full time (37.5 hours) & Part Time (22.5 hours) available
• Training:Full training provided + NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
• Required:Full UK manual driving licence and access to a car are essential.
• Sponsorship:Not available

How would you feel if you knew you would change lives and make a difference in someone's life experience?

As a Support Worker at Affinity Trust, you will make a difference every day, supporting people to live their best lives, giving them confidence and choice.

Your support means people can live more independently; in the way they choose. Ultimately, your support gives people the freedom to be themselves. 

At this location you will be supporting our gentleman in his own bungalow. He enjoys going out for trips in the car, listening to music and audio books. He also enjoys taking part in activities involving sensory items.

The location is hard to reach using public transport for our shift times. The person you will be supporting also has their own vehicle, so being a driver with a Full UK manual driving licence is essential.

We provide complete training to enable you to provide the best support you can to people living with learning disabilities, autism, or mental health needs.

However, we know that what is essential is your kindness, energy, and willingness to make someone's day brighter.

How you'll make a difference

• Support people to enjoy their daily routines and achieve their goals
• Build trust, connection, and independence
• Work with a compassionate, mindful and dedicated team

Our Benefits

• Buy & sell annual leave
• Access pay as you earn via Stream - https://stream.co/en
• Wellbeing scheme
• Fully funded health plan via SimplyHealth (GP, dental, optical)
• Blue Light Card reimbursement
• Pension & Life Assurance

An enhanced DBS check is required (paid for by us).

We interview as we receive applications, so please apply today!

We're committed to being Disability Confident, and we guarantee to interview all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.

If you require any assistance with finding out about current vacancies, making an application, or need our recruitment documents in a more accessible format, please let us know.

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Nursing

Theatre Practitioner - ODP/Recovery (Bank)

Theatre Practitioner - ODP – ANAESTHETICS & RECOVERY (RGN / ODP)   

Chichester Hospital | Nursing | Bank | Adhoc | Includes weekend work Up to £30 per hour depending on experience 

Working on the bank means you are not contracted to a set number of hours per week but instead work on an ad-hoc basis to suit the needs of the business and your availability.  

Nuffield Health is the UK’s largest Healthcare Charity. From our innovative healthcare and leisure facilities to our community access programmes, we’re committed to building a healthier nation. Inside our award-winning hospitals, this starts with commitment to quality and the highest standards of patient care. It starts with you.

As a Theatre Practitioner / ODP in Anaesthetic & Recovery at our hospital, you’ll be alert, focused, detail-oriented and empathetic. You’re registered with the appropriate governing body, and you bring the qualifications and experience relevant to your registration, including NMC or HCPC. With post-registration experience, you’re a team player with a passion for exceptional patient care.

As a Theatre Practitioner / ODP in Anaesthetic & Recovery, you will:  

• Work with leading consultants and like-minded professionals

• Enjoy a varied caseload with state-of-the-art technology, equipment and facilities

• Supervise, support and develop junior members of staff

• Create high-quality care and patient experiences that are clinically effective and evidence based

• Interact well with colleagues on the ward, understanding that continuity in patient care is key

• Deliver high-quality care to patients in the anaesthetic and recovery phases of surgery

• Collaborate with anaesthetists and surgical teams to prepare and monitor patients pre, during, and post-surgery

• Have ample opportunities for continuous growth and personal development

Helping you feel good

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That’s why we’ve developed a benefits package with you in mind. From Holiday in line with the Working Time Directive, access to our Pension Scheme and discounted gym membership at £25.00 a month.

Nuffield Health Chichester Hospital

Nuffield Health Chichester Hospital is a 30 bedded hospital within walking distance of the city centre with free onsite car parking. The hospital has two laminar flow operating theatres and two minor treatment rooms in the outpatient department. There is a small radiology department and CT/ MRI services are provided in a mobile unit. Inpatient physiotherapy is provided within the hospital whilst our outpatients attend the fitness and wellbeing centre at Chichester gate for their follow up physio and hydrotherapy treatments.

Our main speciality is orthopaedics. We also care for patients needing treatment within the specialties of gynaecology, urology, general surgery, plastic surgery, ophthalmology max fax, and pain. We provide outpatient services for dermatology, cardiology, neurology, and rheumatology.

Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.  

If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it’s a good idea to apply right away to ensure you’re considered for this role.

It starts with you.  

Rewards & Benefits

Helping you be and feel your best.

Annual Leave

25 days + Bank Holidays, increasing to 27 days after 5 years and to 30 days after 10 years of service.

Nuffield Health Healthcare Plan

Membership is free for employees and you can add partner and dependants at your own cost.

*eligibility criteria applies.

Financial Wellbeing

A range of employee benefits through a Financial Wellbeing provider – including affordable loans repaid through salary, access to your pay when you need it, simple savings, a government Help to Save scheme and money insights.

Cycle to Work Scheme

Home Support Assistant

Hours: Flexible hours (Mon-Fri during business hours) to suit you

Salary: 12.21 per hour for employment induction, training, client visits including travel time and mileage (45p per mile) between clients

Contract Type: Zero Hours 

Location: We currently have roles available in East Devon and Teignbridge.

Please note:

• Access and use of a motor vehicle is required.
• Previous applicants need not re-apply.

About the Role

Age UK Devon’s Enabling and Home Support Service aims to enable older people to make the most of later life and stay independent in their own homes.

Our dedicated Home Support Assistants work in their local communities to help older people by providing companionship and pampering, enabling support attending appointments or activities, shopping (escorted and unescorted), organising household paperwork, providing time off for carers, meal planning and preparation, light cleaning and household, and help with basic pet care.

You will be joining a friendly team with supportive management who provide in house training and development to support you in your role. There is no tricky paperwork or timesheets to complete as our service operates digitally, so all scheduled visits and client information is accessed via an App on an Age UK Devon smartphone which is issued to each Home Support Assistant.

You will be entitled to 20 days of holiday per annum exclusive of bank holidays (calculated on a pro-rata basis for part time employees).

You will be entitled to sign up for:

• BUPA Employee Assistance Programme
• The Blue Light Discount Card
• Age UK Discounts Portal provided by Aon
• Tickets for Good

This post is a zero hours contract, which gives you the flexibility to work as many hours as you choose during our business hours, providing we have the clients in your area. Additional hours are often available for covering holiday leave and sickness.

How to Apply

To apply, please download and complete the application form and the equalities and diversity monitoring form. Email both completed documents to homesupport@ageukdevon.org.uk. If you have any questions, please email or phone us on 0333 241 2340.

Support Worker – Orchard, Ravenswood, Berkshire

Salary: £13 per hour / £26,434.98 per annumHours: 36 per weekShifts: Typically, 07:00–21:00, with a 1-hour unpaid breakLocation: Crowthorne, RG45 6BQ

About the Role

We’re looking for caring, reliable Support Workers to join the team at Orchard, a friendly residential service based within Ravenswood Village. You’ll be supporting adults with a range of complex needs to lead full, meaningful lives.

This role is about building trust, enabling independence, and supporting people with dignity, every day.

About Norwood

Founded in 1795, Norwood is the oldest Jewish charity in the UK. We support and empower neurodiverse children and their families and people with neurodevelopmental disabilities to live their best lives.

At Norwood, you’ll make a real difference every day. You’ll be part of a supportive and inclusive team, guided by values of kindness, respect, empowerment and belonging. We invest in your growth, care about your wellbeing, and give you the pride of knowing your work changes lives.

About Orchard

Orchard is a spacious two-storey home within the Ravenswood Estate, supporting nine adults aged 20s to 70s with moderate to severe neurodevelopmental disabilities, including learning disabilities, autism, and additional needs such as epilepsy and mental health conditions. The home includes six bedrooms and two self-contained flats, creating a mixed and personalised environment.

Shifts follow a 24-hour rota, typically running 07:00 to 21:00, with adjustments made around the routines and preferences of the people supported. You’ll be joining a stable and values-led team committed to Kindness, Respect, Belonging, and Empowerment.

Your Day-to-Day

Your role will be varied and active. You’ll:
• Support people with personal care, medication, mobility, and communication
• Help people participate in activities, hobbies and trips out
• Assist with household tasks and daily routines
• Promote independence, dignity and choice
• Support people based on their individual needs and support plans
• Drive the home vehicle for appointments or leisure (if you’re a driver)

Experience, Qualifications & Training

Essential:
• Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities or autism would be beneficial
• Awareness of safeguarding and person-centred care
• Able to commit to full-time hours, including weekends

Desirable:
• Experience with epilepsy and/or mental health support
• Knowledge of active support and Dignity in Care
• Full, clean UK driving licence

We also welcome people new to care who show the right values and commitment. Full induction and training will be provided.

Reward & Benefits

We believe great support starts with great staff. Here’s what we offer:
• £13.00 per hour (plus overtime at £14.30 and Bank Holidays at £19.50)
• Fully funded induction and training
• 25 days annual leave + 8 Bank Holidays (FTE)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Blue Light Card scheme access
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free eye test and eyewear allowance
• £300 refer-a-friend bonus
• Career development pathway
• Free on-site parking
• A supportive, experienced team and management

Permanent - Full Time

Crowthorne, Berkshire

36 hours per week

£13 per hour / £24,401.52

Support Worker

2026-03-05

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

We actively celebrate everyones different abilities, sexual orientation, ethnicity, faith, and gender.

Everyone is welcome and supported in their development at all stages in their journey with us.

Description

We are looking for people to join our supported living service in Hackney, providing support for autistic young adults and learning disabilities, to transition them into adulthood and independence while living in their own flat.

This is a hands-on role where you will spend your time supporting people with everyday life activities, from developing essential life skills and accessing the community, to personal care and wellbeing.

No previous professional care experience is required. If you have personal experience of care or simply a strong desire to support others, we’ll provide you with training, including Positive Behaviour Support (PBS). If you hold a current driving licence, this would be an advantage.

This role includes working evenings, weekends and bank holidays, on a rota basis.

Supporting people we work with (People We Support)

· Deliver high-quality care and support to individuals in line with their support plans and risk assessments

· Enable people to access the community, develop independence, and pursue interests and goals

· Support with daily living, including personal care, meal preparation, budgeting and household tasks

· Act as a keyworker, maintaining regular contact and building meaningful relationships

· Encourage participation in planning services, recruitment and feedback opportunities

· Uphold dignity, respect and choice in all support activities

Financial and contractual responsibility

· Follow all financial procedures and policies, including appropriate use of petty cash

· Ensure value for money in all purchases and day-to-day activities

· Support the people we support to manage their finances responsibly and securely

· Promptly report any concerns regarding financial safety or signs of financial abuse to your line manager

· Record support hours accurately and notify your manager if any planned support is not delivered

· Encourage and support participation of the people we support in recruitment and service development

· Take personal responsibility for keeping your knowledge and skills up to date

Service delivery

· Ensure delivery of safe, high-quality, person-centred support—this may include lone working

· Follow support plans, risk assessments, and organisational policies and procedures at all times

· Monitor and report any changes in the needs or wellbeing of the people you support

· Maintain up-to-date, accurate records and complete all documentation to a high standard

· Inform your manager of any concerns, risks, or gaps in care, and escalate where necessary

· Provide both direct and indirect care across multiple services if required

· Be available to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays, as part of a rota

· Carry out personal care tasks safely and appropriately, and guide others in best practice where required

· Develop positive working relationships with families and external professionals

· Attend and complete all essential training and apply learning in your daily practice

Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)

· Promote and embed a PBS approach that focuses on improving quality of life, inclusion and participation

· Use proactive strategies to understand and meet the needs of individuals who may display behaviours of concern

· Work in partnership with individuals, families, and professionals to implement PBS plans

· Take part in reflective practice and training to continuously improve your understanding of PBS

· Help create a supportive environment that reduces distress and promotes wellbeing

Teamwork and safeguarding

· Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and professionals to deliver joined-up care

· Support the induction of new team members, apprentices and volunteers

· Attend team meetings and contribute to service improvements

· Understand and follow all safeguarding procedures and respond appropriately to incidents or concerns

· Promote the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone in the service and report health and safety issues promptly

· Act as an ambassador for Outward and uphold our values in every interaction

This job specification is not an exhaustive list. You are expected to undertake any other duties as may be reasonably requested of you by your line manager.

Requirements

Essential

Job Reference:

1682

Location:

Lincolnshire

Hours of Work:

37 hours per week / 40 weeks per year (Full-time, Term Time Only)

Salary:

£28,884 - £31,698 FTE per annum (£22,218.46 - £24,383.08 pro rata per annum for 40 weeks per year)

Contract Type:

Permanent

Closing Date:

15 Feb 2026

ID: 1682 Behaviour Outreach Support Service Caseworker

Service: Lincolnshire Behaviour Outreach Support Service (BOSS)

Hours: 37 hours per week / 40 weeks per year (Full-time, Term Time Only)

Salary: £28,884 - £31,698 FTE per annum (£22,218.46 - £24,383.08 pro rata per annum for 40 weeks per year)

Plus, an annual leave allowance starting at approximately £2,800 per annum

Contract: Permanent Contract

Location: South Holland, South Kesteven

Family Action:

At Family Action we transform lives by providing practical, emotional and financial support to those who are experiencing poverty, disadvantage and social isolation. We have been building stronger families since 1869 and today we work with more than 60,000 families in over 150 community-based services, as well as supporting thousands more through national programmes and grants.

We are looking to recruit a motivated and passionate caseworker for our countywide team. Are you an innovative, self-motivated team player with experience of working with children with distressed behaviour? Are you solution focused and passionate about making a difference in everything you do? If so, we want to hear from you.

As a BOSS Caseworker, you will work directly with children who are displaying distressed behaviour and act as a point of contact for schools providing advice and guidance. You will work as part of a team to ensure BOSS provide a responsive, consistent service across Lincolnshire.

Main Responsibilities:

• Working closely with schools and families you will coproduce bespoke support plans for schools and pupils to support managing distressed behaviours.
• You will deliver a range of training packages to support schools and parents to effectively support children and young people.
• You will actively contribute to the Inclusive Lincolnshire Strategy to promote inclusion and reduce permanent exclusions in Lincolnshire.

Main Requirements (for more details, please see the job description & person specification):
• You will bring your knowledge and experience of working with pupils with distressed behaviours, supporting school staff and be confident in delivering training and coaching.
• You will have the ability to manage your own caseload, complete assessments, work collaboratively to produce and review plans and record accurately using a case management system.
• Appointments are subject to Family Action receiving a satisfactory disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Benefits:
- up to 6% matched-pension contributions.
- flexible working arrangements and new starters have the right to make flexible working requests from day one of employment.
- enhanced paid sick leave and paid family leave provisions;
- eye care and winter flu jabs vouchers,
- cycle to work scheme,
- investing in your professional development with ongoing quality training and career development opportunities.

We are forward looking, ambitious and committed to continuous improvement. We are a people focused, can-do organisation, which strives for excellence in all we do and operates with mutual respect

To Apply:
• Click the “Apply Now” link below and fill out our digital application form
• Closing Date: Sunday 15th February 2026 at 23:59
• Interview Date: Friday 27th February 2026.

For direct queries or if you would like to discuss any aspect of the selection process or flexible working requests, please email: Rachel.fannin@family-action.org.uk

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:
We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process and you will be asked whether you require any adjustments if shortlisted for interview. We also make reasonable adjustments on the job, where required.

We are committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all that we do and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQIA+ candidates and candidates with disabilities because we are committed to in...

If you would like to apply for this role please  fill out the Online Application Form

We are not licensed to sponsor employees for visas; therefore, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. You need to have, or be able to obtain, right to work in the UK in order to take up this position.

  All staff working for, or on behalf of Minstead Trust, understand their responsibilities in relation to safeguarding adults at risk and know who to escalate concerns to within Minstead Trust.  

Due to the nature of this employment sector your application is subject to a successful Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS).

No terminology in the advert you have seen is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we will gladly accept applications from all sections of the community.

We are only able to accept direct applications at this time; no agencies please. 

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Support Worker Perth - Young People Transitioning from Children to Adult services

Young People Transitioning from Children to Adult services

Full time & Part time positions available!

Earn up to £24,307.67 per year pro rata

We are looking for individuals who have a passion to support young people through their transition into adulthood. This could include college support, being in their first tenancy, enhancing life skills and supporting group activities. You will provide social, emotional and practical support to meet young people’s agreed outcomes.

Please note that this role includes Sleepover* shifts. 
*A sleepover shift consists of working during the day, a rest period sleeping over in the service and then working again the next day. The sleepover period is over and above your contracted hours and gets paid as an additional payment of £100.80 per sleepover.

If you are enthusiastic about supporting people to live their best lives then apply now to join our team!

Your main duties will include but not be limited to:

• Working with colleagues as part of an effective and efficient team to support vulnerable people.

• Communicate and work well with our supported people to provide individual care and maintain appropriate relationships.

• Being responsible in supporting individuals throughout the activities, giving positive feedback and encouragement.

• Updating and maintaining accurate records using a tablet on Arks Information Management system.

Find out what you working week could look like here.

Hear from our current Support Workers here.

In return for your valuable contribution, Ark will also offer you:

• Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme
  Employees have the option to sell or buy additional annual leave, up to a maximum of 5 days (or 1 working week for part-time staff) per year.
• Enhanced Overtime
  Any hours worked by a Support Worker over full-time contractual hours, will be eligible to be paid an enhanced rate.

• Up to 36 days paid holiday per year pro rata

• 4% Contributory pension scheme

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Fully funded PVG & 1st year SSSC registration paid by Ark

Our employees told us in a recent survey that they stay with Ark because they believe in our values, we have supportive managers who continually appreciate their staff and they love making a positive difference in our supported peoples lives, helping them to achieve their dreams.

Ark would love to hear from you whether you are an experienced Support Worker or new to Social Care.

Apply now to join us at this exciting time as our service grows by clicking the link below.

CVs will not be considered.

Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.

All interviews are conducted in person.

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Support Worker: Crisis Support Drop-In service (Primary Location Swadlincote)

“Caring, calming, compassionate” – Are they words people often use to describe you?

Are you looking for a rewarding new role where you can truly make a BIG difference in your local community?

Could you deliver compassionate person-centred support to people with urgent emotional wellbeing needs, and provide them a non-clinical community-based alternative to A&E?

You will be joining an amazing team delivering the service

We are looking to recruit supportive and caring individuals with a passion for helping people in need, to deliver non-clinical mental health and wellbeing support at Derbyshire Mind’s Crisis Support Drop-In Service at our Swadlincote site.

Derbyshire Mind’s Crisis Support Drop-In Services are friendly & supportive non-clinical crisis services for adults who self-define as needing immediate help with their mental health or emotional wellbeing. Located in Buxton, Ripley and Swadlincote, the services offer out-of-hours mental health help, support and signposting in a relaxed and comfortable community environment. The services will be open on Friday evenings, Saturday evenings and Sunday afternoons, all year round.

We have an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic and resilient mental health support workers to join our friendly supportive team and to help deliver this vital service to local people. This will include providing support to people who may be experiencing, or may otherwise experience, a mental health crisis. This includes offering a listening ear along with structured support to develop a wellbeing plan and signposting advice.

The Role

Role:  Support Worker: Swadlincote Crisis Support Drop-In service

Hours: Part time: 51.5 hours over 6-week rota. ‘Week on-Week off’

Salary: £23,555 p/a, pro rata. Actual salary for these part-time hours equates to £5,464.70 p/a.

Contract: Fixed term contract until end of March 2026, with potential for ongoing contract extensions.

Location: Swadlincote

Job Purpose: The Support Worker role is to be a key member of the team delivering the Swadlincote Crisis Support Drop-In service on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, alongside Peer Support Volunteers. Support Workers are responsible for providing on-to-one and group support to attendees in an empathetic, non-judgemental, person-centred manner. Support Workers will also share the role of Shift Leader each week.

Please note, these roles will be based at Swadlincote, Ripley and Buxton, however CSDI Support Workers are employed on a “flexible by location” basis, so the ability to travel to and from other sites is essential for this role.

Working Pattern: Worked over Friday evenings, Saturday evenings, and Sunday afternoons, on a ‘week on-week off’ basis. (See example rotas included at the end of the Job Description and Person Specification document for more detail on weekly hours) Flexible working required according to the service needs and the need to cover any gaps in the rota. Service runs year-round so the rota will include public holiday working.

How to Apply

• Click on the on the link below – you will be taken to NHS Jobs website where our recruitment processes are managed.
• Please read through the Job Description and Person Specification.

For an Informal Conversation about the Role before Applying: Please contact Martin Roddis, our Senior Support Worker at

recruitment@derbyshiremind.org.ukto arrange a time for a phone call.

About Derbyshire Mind:

Derbyshire Mind is a local independent mental health charity within the national Mind network. Our focus is on improving mental health and wellbeing for people across Derby and Derbyshire. We provide a range of advocacy and community mental wellbeing services designed to support people with mental health problems as well as the wider population. We have over 50 years’ experience of working locally, supporting people in Derby and Derbyshire to maintain good mental health.

Derbyshire Mind’s Vision: For everyone in Derbyshire to have good mental wellbeing and to live their best life.

Derbyshire Mind’s Values: Working Together: We work alongside others for the greater good

Learning Together:We always aim to do things better

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Arbroath Support Workers

Arbroath Support Workers

Full time & Part time Contracts available!

Earn up to £24,307.67 per year pro rata

Arbroath currently have two teams working over Arbroath, Brechin, Friockheim and Carnoustie. We support individuals with a range of disabilities aged between 20 to70. We support individuals within their own home and also individuals who stay with their family. Support required ranges from personal care, developing skills to live independently, social support out in the community and to attend college where they can further their knowledge. . We support our supported people to work towards outcomes which can include going on holidays abroad and closer to home to experience life to its fullest. We have a space for supported people to meet and build relationships with each other doing a range of activities.

If you are enthusiastic about supporting people to live their best lives then apply now to join our team!

Your main duties will be but not limited to:

• Working with colleagues as part of an effective and efficient team to support vulnerable service users.
• Communicate and work well with individuals to provide individual care and maintain appropriate relationships.
• Carry out tasks in accordance with organisational policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Being responsible in supporting individuals throughout the activities, giving positive feedback and encouragement.
• Updating and maintaining accurate records using a tablet on Arks Information Management system.

Find out what you working week could look like here.

Hear from our current Support Workers here.

In return for your valuable contribution, Ark will also offer you:

Why Ark?

• No Previous Experience Required
  Ark provide full training so no previous experience is required making our Support Worker roles the perfect place to start your career in Adult Social Care.
• Get a qualification while you work
  Ark fully fund your SVQ2 in Health & Social Care which you complete with the support of our in house SVQ team.
• Employee Discounts
  Employee Discounts Portal with 1000s of discounts on your favourite brands including Supermarkets, Cinema Tickets, Gym Membership and Holidays.
• Career Progression
  Over 75% of all Managers within Care & Support have been promoted internally.
• Employee Assistance Program
  Arks Employee Assistance program (EAP) gives all employees access to counselling sessions. There is also support available through weekly webinars and the EAP Website & App.
• Contracted hours to suit you
  We have Full-time, Part-time and Relief Support Worker roles available at our services throughout Scotland.
• Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme
  Employees have the option to sell or buy additional annual leave, up to a maximum of 5 days (or 1 working week for part-time staff) per year.
• Enhanced Overtime
  Any hours worked by a Support Worker over full-time contractual hours, will be eligible to an enhanced rate.

In return for your valuable contribution, Ark will also offer you:

• Up to 36 days paid holiday per year pro rata
• 4% Contributory pension scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Fully funded PVG & 1st year SSSC registration paid by Ark

Our employees told us in a recent survey that they stay with Ark because they believe in our values, we have supportive managers who continually appreciate their staff and they love making a positive difference in our supported peoples lives, helping them to achieve their dreams.

Ark would love to hear from you whether you are an experienced Support Worker or new to Social Care.

To apply, click the link below.

CV’s will not be accepted.

Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.

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