Cairn Home Residential Care Home/Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind (SRSB) Job Description: Deputy Manager Hours: 40 hours per week on a rota basis, including evenings Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 Contract Type: Permanent Location: Cairn 58 Selborne Road, Crosspool, Sheffield. S10 5ND General Information: The role of Deputy Manager is a new post as a result of the review of the current management structure of the home. Cairn Home is owned and operated by Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind (SRSB), a local independent charity. The prime driver for the home is the highest quality of life for the residents, rather than financial profit. Cairn Home is registered for 30 residents. It has 28 bedrooms, all with en-suite facilities, for permanent residents (one room is a double room) and one room reserved for respite care, also with en-suite facilities. We are currently in the process of refurbishing all the rooms and upgrading the en-suite bathrooms. All our residents are all elderly, and many have some level of visual impairment. Overall Purpose of the Role: The successful Deputy Manager candidate will be required to assist the Manager in the planning and implementing the highest quality of care to the home’s residents. Duties & Responsibilities: Management of the day-to-day running of the home: • Take responsibility for the running of the home in the absence of the registered manager. • Support the registered manager with the general management of the home working under her guidance and leadership. • Support the registered manager in her duties to ensure the home complies with all health and safety requirements, including fire safety regulations and procedures. • Support the registered manager in producing and maintaining systems and procedures for auditing and assuring quality of care provided by the home. Management of resident care: • Assist residents with the planning and meeting of their personal care and other needs. • Support to provide health supervision and attention through direct care when needed. • Be responsible for care planning, monitoring and reviewing arrangements. • Support with the formulation of social care and healthcare plans for new residents and with resident reviews. • Support to control the issue of drugs for which the home has taken responsibility, to maintain the necessary records and to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the systems for administering medicines. • Participate in the development of activities for residents, in which they can take part, and which will enhance their quality of life. • Support to ensure that the preparation, cooking and serving of food meet the required standards. Management of the premises: • Ensure that rooms and common spaces are properly cleaned and maintained and adequately heated. • Maintain the standards set for the appearance and upkeep of the premises, both indoors and outdoors. • Manage, as required, any planned maintenance programmes. Management of staff: • Supervise and support all staff, empowering and motivating them to contribute, to the best of their ability, to the efficient running of the home and the creation of the right atmosphere. • Participate in staff meetings and in staff supervision, appraisals, training and development activities. • Take responsibility for the management of specific staffing matters as required by the registered manager. Administration and Finance: • Support the registered manager with the management of the home’s staffing, financial and material resources, including involvement in staff recruitment and selection. • Support the registered manager in maintaining the administrative systems for keeping records, particularly those required to comply with the current legislation. • Support the registered manager to produce and maintain the operational policies and procedures needed to run the home effectively and efficiently, and to achieve legal compliance. • Liaise with the finance department at head office which processes the payroll, collect residents fees, pays suppliers etc. General Responsibilities for All Staff: Quality: To work to internal service level agreements, processes and procedures, corporate standards and external quality standards. To contribute to, and participate in, the quality self-assessment process, resident service audits, development of Service Procedures and Service Level Agreements. Health & Safety: To ensure that all work is undertaken in accordance with and safety legislation rules and regulations. To follow procedures and be aware of matters that relate to the duties of the post. Performance Management: To actively participate in the organisation’s performance management processes including appraisals and work reviews. Learning and Development: To be responsible for identifying and undertake training and development activities as agreed with your line manager. Use of Resources: To ensure value for money and best use of resources in the role and all activities related to Cairn Home/SRSB. Diversity: To adhere to and support Cairn Home’s and SRSB’s core values and carry out all responsibilities in accordance with our Equality and Diversity Policy. Other: The post holder may be required to undertake other duties deemed appropriate for their grade as directed by their line manager. Person Specification: Experience and Qualifications NVQ Level 3 Qualification in Care, or higher. Essential or Desirable Essential Previous experience at a senior level in a care home for a minimum of 2 years Essential A sound knowledge of the CQC and applicable legislation / standards. Essential Experience of person-centred planning and assessment of need Essential Ability to assist in maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Essential Experience of producing written and electronic based reports Essential Experience of empowering individuals to meet their goals Essential Experience of networking and developing meaningful partnerships Desirable Experience of working in the field of visual impairment Proven presentation skills Commitment to own continuing professional development, attendance at further training and membership of peer networks Skills and Abilities Desirable Desirable Essential Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a structured way with a range of individuals, both verbally and in writing Essential Ability to listen and empathise whilst remaining objective Essential Ability to communicate with staff in a professional manner - to develop and maintain appropriate positive relationships with residents, their families and outside agencies Essential Ability to collate and record statistical information to meet monitoring requirements. Essential IT literate and competent in use of Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel and Outlook, or equivalent Essential Ability to work on own initiative and liaise with the registered manager as and when required. Essential Ability to work corporately and represent Cairn Home/SRSB at corporate and service level Ability to prioritise and manage own workload Qualities and Competencies Self-motivated Personal commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices Ability to motivate and support others A commitment to empowerment Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Conscientious and thorough in record keeping, data collection and data protection to support service delivery and development Essential Other Requirements Ability to travel for events such as training, forums etc Essential This post may require some very occasional UK travel and may include occasional overnight stays Essential Appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references, including a reference from your current/most recent employer Due to the nature of our work, guide dogs and hearing support dogs may be present. Hence, it is necessary that the successful applicant does not have any unmanageable allergies to dogs and does not object to them accompanying their owners Essential Essential All Staff are Required to: Understand and comply with all relevant legislation and Cairn Home/SRSB’s policies and procedures, including data protection, safeguarding and health & safety. Confidentiality of information relating to residents, relatives and staff is of paramount importance. To bring to the attention of the Home Manager any serious problems or areas of concern. Work as part of a team for the benefit of our residents. Staff are expected to be conscientious, adaptable and flexible in their duties. Undertake appropriate training as and when required. Benefits: Life Assurance All staff are covered under a life assurance policy for twice their annual salary. However, please note that this is not a contractual obligation and whilst we have no intention of removing this benefit the Charity in its sole and absolute discretion reserves the right to discontinue, vary or amend the scheme (including the level of your cover) at any time on reasonable notice to you. Pension You will be auto enrolled in SRSB’s staff pension scheme immediately and contribute 5% of your gross earnings (plus employer contribution 3%). If you wish to contribute over and above this percentage you may do so, but SRSB will not match this extra contribution. Holidays The holiday entitlement for full time employees is 28 days per year. Additional holiday entitlement starts to accrue after 3 years’ service. Our holiday year is 1st January to 31st December, holiday entitlement accruing pro-rata throughout the year.
Job Description: Cook
Responsible to: Cairn Home Manager
Hours: 30 hours per week on a rota basis, including alternate weekends over
3 x 10 hour days cooking breakfast, lunch and tea.
Salary: £12.50 per hour
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Cairn 58 Selborne Road, Crosspool, Sheffield. S10 5ND
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Cook to join our team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about food, hygiene, and the wellbeing of our residents. You’ll be responsible for preparing high-quality meals, maintaining kitchen standards, and ensuring dietary needs are met with care and attention.Cairn Home is owned and operated by Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind (SRSB), a local independent charity. The prime driver for the home is the highest quality of life for the residents, rather than financial profit.Cairn Home is registered for 30 residents. It has 28 bedrooms, all with en-suite facilities, for permanent residents (one room is a double room) and one room reserved for respite care, also with en-suite facilities. We are currently in the process of refurbishing all the rooms and upgrading the en-suite bathrooms. All our residents are all elderly, and many have some level of visual impairment.
Duties & Responsibilities:
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Prepare and cook nutritious meals and snacks tailored to individual dietary requirements and preferences.
- Maintain high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness across all kitchen operations
- Monitor and record food safety data (eg, fridge temps, HACCP logs) in compliance with legal requirements
- Assist with ordering and inspecting food deliveries, ensuring proper stock rotation, reporting goods to be ordered to the relevant senior staff to adequate supplies are maintained.
- Collaborate with management to develop resident-focused menus, attending resident meetings as needed
- Liaise with new residents to identify allergies, preferences, and dietary requirements
- Ensure the dining area is well-presented, with properly set tables and replenished condiments
- Oversee weekly deep cleaning tasks and report any maintenance issues promptly
- Ensure your own personal hygiene and cleanliness is of the highest standard
- Comply with Health and Safety, Fire Regulations and other SRSB/Cairn HomePolicies and Procedures.
General Responsibilities for All Staff:
Understand and comply with all relevant legislation and SRSB/Cairn Home’s policies and procedures, including data protection, safeguarding and health & safety.
Confidentiality of information relating to residents, volunteers and staff is of paramount importance.
To bring to the attention of the Home Manager any serious problems or areas of concern
To adhere to and support Cairn Home’s and SRSB’s core values and carry out all responsibilities within accordance with our Equality and Diversity Policy.
Work as part of a team for the benefit of our residents. Staff are expected to be conscientious, adaptable and flexible in their duties.
Actively promote the work of SRSB/Cairn Home as an independent charity for the provision of help, support and provision of services in various forms for the benefit of our clients.
Undertake appropriate training as and when required.
Person Specification:
All Staff are required to:
Understand and comply with all relevant legislation and Cairn Home/SRSB’s policies and procedures, including data protection, safeguarding and health & safety.
Confidentiality of information relating to residents, relatives and staff is of paramount importance.
To bring to the attention of the Home Manager any serious problems or areas of concern.
Work as part of a team for the benefit of our residents.
Staff are expected to be conscientious, adaptable and flexible in their duties.
Undertake appropriate training as and when required.
Benefits:
Company Sick Pay: The Home operates its own discretionary sick pay scheme, subject to conditions and rules.
Life Assurance: All staff are covered under a life assurance policy for twice their annual salary. However, please note that this is not a contractual obligation and whilst we have no intention of removing this benefit the Charity in its sole and absolute discretion reserves the right to discontinue, vary or amend the scheme (including the level of your cover) at any time on reasonable notice to you.
Pension: You will be auto enrolled in SRSB’s staff pension scheme immediately and contribute 5% of your gross earnings (plus employer contribution 3%). If you wish to contribute over and above this percentage you may do so, but SRSB will not match this extra contribution.
Holidays: The holiday entitlement for full time employees is 28 days per year. Additional holiday entitlement starts to accrue after 3 years’ service. Our holiday year is 1st January to 31st December, holiday entitlement accruing pro-rata throughout the year.
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Cairn Home Residential Care Home/Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind (SRSB) Job Description: Care Assistant Responsible to: Cairn Home Manager Hours: 36.25 hours per week Salary: From £12.21 per hour Contract Type: Permanent Location: Cairn 58 Selborne Road, Crosspool, Sheffield. S10 5ND SRSB 5 Mappin Street, Sheffield. S1 4DT General Information: Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind provides a range of services and facilities to support people with sight loss in Sheffield and people with sight loss and/or hearing loss in Rotherham. Our services in Rotherham are delivered under the name of Rotherham Sight & Sound. Cairn Home is owned and operated by Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind, a local independent charity. The prime driver for the home is the highest quality of life for the residents, rather than financial profit. Cairn Home is registered for 30 residents. It has 28 bedrooms, all with en-suite facilities, for permanent residents (one room is a double room) and one room reserved for respite care, also with en-suite facilities. We are currently in the process of refurbishing all the rooms and upgrading the en-suite bathrooms. All our residents are elderly, and many have some level of visual impairment. Overall Purpose of the Role Cairn Home is committed to providing a quality service to residents, promoting independence and ensuring each individual is treated with respect, dignity and kindness. Duties & Responsibilities: Our Care Assistants support people to live their best lives, whatever that looks like to them. Day-to-day responsibilities will include: • Supporting people with their personal care • Assisting people at mealtimes • Understanding individual health and wellbeing needs • Encouraging and supporting people to take part in social activities, both in and out of the home • Promoting choice, dignity, independence and respect • Completing and maintaining care records We have higher-than-average staffing levels compared to most care providers. Person Specification: We are looking for someone who is: • Caring, kind, understanding and calm • Passionate about helping others • Energetic and outgoing, with a positive, can-do attitude • A great listener and communicator • Able to work collaboratively with the team and with other care professionals • Able to deal with, and defuse, challenging situations • Conscientious • Able to demonstrate the literacy and numeracy skills required for record keeping NVQ level 2 or 3 is desirable. We do value relevant experience and qualifications, but they aren’t essential for this role. Full training will be given. All Staff are Required to: Understand and comply with all relevant legislation and SRSB/Cairn Home’s policies and procedures, including data protection, safeguarding and health & safety. Confidentiality of information relating to residents, volunteers and staff is of paramount importance. To bring to the attention of the Home Manager any serious problems or areas of concern To adhere to and support Cairn Home’s and SRSB’s core values and carry out all responsibilities within accordance with our Equality and Diversity Policy. Work as part of a team for the benefit of our residents. Staff are expected to be conscientious, adaptable and flexible in their duties. Actively promote the work of SRSB/Cairn Home as an independent charity for the provision of help, support and provision of services in various forms for the benefit of our clients. Undertake appropriate training as and when required. Benefits: Overtime: Enhanced rates of pay for any overtime worked. Company Sick Pay: The Home operates its own discretionary sick pay scheme, subject to conditions and rules. Life Assurance: All staff are covered under a life assurance policy for twice their annual salary. However, please note that this is not a contractual obligation and whilst we have no intention of removing this benefit the Charity in its sole and absolute discretion reserves the right to discontinue, vary or amend the scheme (including the level of your cover) at any time on reasonable notice to you. Pension: You will be auto enrolled in SRSB’s staff pension scheme immediately and contribute 5% of your gross earnings (plus employer contribution 3%). If you wish to contribute over and above this percentage you may do so, but SRSB will not match this extra contribution. Holidays: 28 days per annum. Our holiday year is 1st January to 31st December, holiday entitlement accruing pro-rata throughout the year.
Job Description: Care Assistant
Responsible to: Cairn Home Manager
Hours: 36.25 hours per week
Salary: From £12.21 per hour
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Cairn 58 Selborne Road, Crosspool, Sheffield. S10 5ND
SRSB 5 Mappin Street, Sheffield. S1 4DT
Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind provides a range of services and facilities to support people with sight loss in Sheffield and people with sight loss and/or hearing loss in Rotherham. Our services in Rotherham are delivered under the name of Rotherham Sight & Sound.
Cairn Home is owned and operated by Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind, a local independent charity. The prime driver for the home is the highest quality of life for the residents, rather than financial profit.
Cairn Home is registered for 30 residents. It has 28 bedrooms, all with en-suite facilities, for permanent residents (one room is a double room) and one room reserved for respite care, also with en-suite facilities. We are currently in the process of refurbishing all the rooms and upgrading the en-suite bathrooms. All our residents are elderly, and many have some level of visual impairment.
Cairn Home is committed to providing a quality service to residents, promoting independence and ensuring each individual is treated with respect, dignity and kindness.
Our Care Assistants support people to live their best lives, whatever that looks like to them.
Day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Supportingpeople with their personal care
- Assistingpeople at mealtimes
- Understandingindividual health and wellbeing needs
- Encouragingand supporting people to take part in social activities, both in and out of the home
- Promotingchoice, dignity, independence and respect
- Completing and maintainingcare records
We have higher-than-average staffing levels compared to most care providers.
We are looking for someone who is:
- Caring, kind, understanding and calm
- Passionate about helping othersEnergetic and outgoing, with a positive, can-do attitude
- A great listener and communicator
- Able to work collaboratively with the team and with other care professionals
- Able to deal with, and defuse, challenging situations
- Conscientious
- Able to demonstrate the literacy and numeracy skills required for record keeping
NVQ level 2 or 3 is desirable. We do value relevant experience and qualifications, but they aren’t essential for this role. Full training will be given.
Understand and comply with all relevant legislation and SRSB/Cairn Home’s policies and procedures, including data protection, safeguarding and health & safety.
Confidentiality of information relating to residents, volunteers and staff is of paramount importance.
To bring to the attention of the Home Manager any serious problems or areas of concern
To adhere to and support Cairn Home’s and SRSB’s core values and carry out all responsibilities within accordance with our Equality and Diversity Policy.
Work as part of a team for the benefit of our residents. Staff are expected to be conscientious, adaptable and flexible in their duties.
Actively promote the work of SRSB/Cairn Home as an independent charity for the provision of help, support and provision of services in various forms for the benefit of our clients.
Undertake appropriate training as and when required.
Overtime: Enhanced rates of pay for any overtime worked.
Company Sick Pay: The Home operates its own discretionary sick pay scheme, subject to conditions and rules.
Life Assurance: All staff are covered under a life assurance policy for twice their annual salary. However, please note that this is not a contractual obligation and whilst we have no intention of removing this benefit the Charity in its sole and absolute discretion reserves the right to discontinue, vary or amend the scheme (including the level of your cover) at any time on reasonable notice to you.
Pension: You will be auto enrolled in SRSB’s staff pension scheme immediately and contribute 5% of your gross earnings (plus employer contribution 3%). If you wish to contribute over and above this percentage you may do so, but SRSB will not match this extra contribution.
Holidays: 28 days per annum. Our holiday year is 1st January to 31st December, holiday entitlement accruing pro-rata throughout the year.
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The Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind Job Description: Community Advice Officer (Maternity Cover) This is a 12-month fixed-term role to cover maternity leave, with the possibility of becoming permanent subject to funding. To commence Jan 2026. Hours: 37.5 hrs per week Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm, half hour lunch break. Some flexibility in terms of working hours may be considered. Salary: £27,300 Background Information: Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind (SRSB) provides a range of services and facilities to support people with sight loss in Sheffield, including a residential care home (Cairn Home). We also support people with sight loss and/or hearing loss in Rotherham. Our services in Rotherham are delivered under the name of Rotherham Sight & Sound (RSS). Our overarching aim is to promote people’s independence through advice and subsequent referral to other services, both our own and other agencies. General Information: Reporting to the Community Services Manager and working as part of a team of people dedicated to providing a high-quality Community Advice Service for the visually impaired people of Sheffield and sensory impaired people of Rotherham. Comprehensive vocational training will be given. Duties & Responsibilities: Covering all areas of Sheffield and Rotherham, visiting clients in their homes to offer support and advice on a variety of topics, including, but not restricted to: • Choice of suitable aids to assist with everyday tasks, some of the aids being free issue by Social Services and others that the client purchases. • Liaising with Social Services and/or other agencies to secure appropriate services for our clients. • Assisting and completing benefit application forms including Personal Independence Payment and Attendance Allowance and when required supporting clients through the appeals process. • Formal Specialist Needs Assessment of visually impaired people on behalf of Social Services in Sheffield. • Specialist Needs Assessment of visually impaired people in Rotherham • Respond to referrals from a variety of sources. • Completion of appropriate internal report forms following contact with clients, updating our database etc. • Assistance with social/leisure activities and other occasional events. • Staying up to date with changes in legislation, policies or procedures which could impact upon our clients. • Attend staff meetings, supervisions and appraisals. • Undertake appropriate training as and when required. • Other ad-hoc duties as may be required from time to time. The list of specific duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive and a suitable candidate must be able to work flexibly assuming many different roles and responsibilities. Person Specification: Experience and Qualifications Essential/Desirable Experience of working with/supporting vulnerable people Essential A basic knowledge of welfare rights or the willingness to learn Experience of working with/supporting people with a sensory impairment Experience of working in the voluntary sector Experience of producing written and electronic based reports Commitment to own continuing professional development and attendance at further training Essential Desirable Desirable Essential Essential Skills/Attributes Essential/Desirable Adaptability, able to respond to a varied workload and different challenges Essential Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a structured way with a range of individuals, both verbally and in writing Essential Ability to communicate with staff in a professional manner - to develop and maintain appropriate positive relationships with a range of stakeholders Essential IT literate and competent in use of Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel and Outlook, or equivalent Essential Experience using CRM (database) software (this is Microsoft Dynamics) Ability to work on own initiative and liaise with colleagues as and when required Ability to prioritise and manage own workload Honest & Trustworthy Desirable Essential Essential Essential You should have, or be able to develop, a good understanding of the needs of people with a sensory impairment Essential Qualities and Competencies Essential/Desirable Self-motivated Personal commitment to equal opportunities and anti- discriminatory practices Ability to motivate and support others A good sense of humour Conscientious and thorough in record keeping, data collection and data protection Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Other Requirements Essential/Desirable Ability to travel for events such as training, forums etc Essential This post may require some very occasional UK travel and may include occasional overnight stays Essential Appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references, including a reference from your current/most recent employer Due to the nature of our work, guide dogs and hearing support dogs will regularly be present. Hence, it is necessary that the successful applicant does not have any unmanageable allergies to dogs and does not object to them accompanying their owners Essential Essential Essential Car User Allowance This is paid in addition to a mileage allowance for business mileage. All Staff are required to: Understand and comply with all relevant legislation and SRSB’s policies and procedures, including data protection, safeguarding and health & safety. Confidentiality of information relating to clients, volunteers and staff is of paramount importance. To bring to the attention of the CEO any serious problems or areas of concern. Work as part of a team for the benefit of our clients. Staff are expected to be conscientious, adaptable and flexible in their duties. Actively promote the work of SRSB/RSS as an independent charity for the provision of help, support and provision of services in various forms for the benefit of our clients. Undertake appropriate training as and when required, some of which will be Health & Safety related and some of which will be skills related. Benefits: Life Assurance: All staff are covered under a life assurance policy for twice their annual salary. However, please note that this is not a contractual obligation and whilst we have no intention of removing this benefit the Charity in its sole and absolute discretion reserves the right to discontinue, vary or amend the scheme (including the level of your cover) at any time on reasonable notice to you. Pension: You will be auto enrolled in SRSB’s staff pension scheme immediately subject to you meeting the relevant criteria in terms of age and earnings. If you are auto enrolled you will contribute 5% of your gross earnings (plus employer contribution 3%). If you wish to contribute over and above this percentage you may do so, but SRSB will not match this extra contribution. Holidays: Pro rata to full time equivalent of 23 days per annum plus 9 days statutory/customary holidays. Up to 3 days must be reserved for the Christmas/New Year shutdown. Additional holiday entitlement starts to accrue after 3 years’ service. Our holiday year is 1st January to 31st December, holiday entitlement accruing pro-rata throughout the year.
The Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind
Job Description: Community Advice Officer (Maternity Cover)
This is a 12-month fixed-term role to cover maternity leave, with the possibility of becoming permanent subject to funding. To commence Jan 2026.
Hours: 37.5 hrs per week Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm, half hour lunch break. Some flexibility in terms of working hours may be considered.
Salary: £27,300
Background Information: Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind (SRSB) provides a range of services and facilities to support people with sight loss in Sheffield, including a residential care home (Cairn Home). We also support people with sight loss and/or hearing loss in Rotherham. Our services in Rotherham are delivered under the name of Rotherham Sight & Sound (RSS). Our overarching aim is to promote people’s independence through advice and subsequent referral to other services, both our own and other agencies.
General Information: Reporting to the Community Services Manager and working as part of a team of people dedicated to providing a high-quality Community Advice Service for the visually impaired people of Sheffield and sensory impaired people of Rotherham. Comprehensive vocational training will be given.
Duties & Responsibilities: Covering all areas of Sheffield and Rotherham, visiting clients in their homes to offer support and advice on a variety of topics, including, but not restricted to:
- Choice of suitable aids to assist with everyday tasks, some of the aids being free issue by Social Services and others that the client purchases.
- Liaising with Social Services and/or other agencies to secure appropriate services for our clients.
- Assisting and completing benefit application forms including Personal Independence Payment and Attendance Allowance and when required supporting clients through the appeals process.
- Formal Specialist Needs Assessment of visually impaired people on behalf of Social Services in Sheffield.
- Specialist Needs Assessment of visually impaired people in Rotherham
- Respond to referrals from a variety of sources.
- Completion of appropriate internal report forms following contact with clients, updating our database etc.
- Assistance with social/leisure activities and other occasional events.
- Staying up to date with changes in legislation, policies or procedures which could impact upon our clients.
- Attend staff meetings, supervisions and appraisals.
- Undertake appropriate training as and when required.
- Other ad-hoc duties as may be required from time to time.
The list of specific duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive and a suitable candidate must be able to work flexibly assuming many different roles and responsibilities.
Essential Car User Allowance
This is paid in addition to a mileage allowance for business mileage.
All Staff are required to:
Understand and comply with all relevant legislation and SRSB’s policies and procedures, including data protection, safeguarding and health & safety.
Confidentiality of information relating to clients, volunteers and staff is of paramount importance.
To bring to the attention of the CEO any serious problems or areas of concern.
Work as part of a team for the benefit of our clients. Staff are expected to be conscientious, adaptable and flexible in their duties.
Actively promote the work of SRSB/RSS as an independent charity for the provision of help, support and provision of services in various forms for the benefit of our clients.
Undertake appropriate training as and when required, some of which will be Health & Safety related and some of which will be skills related.
Benefits:
Life Assurance: All staff are covered under a life assurance policy for twice their annual salary. However, please note that this is not a contractual obligation and whilst we have no intention of removing this benefit the Charity in its sole and absolute discretion reserves the right to discontinue, vary or amend the scheme (including the level of your cover) at any time on reasonable notice to you.
Pension: You will be auto enrolled in SRSB’s staff pension scheme immediately subject to you meeting the relevant criteria in terms of age and earnings. If you are auto enrolled you will contribute 5% of your gross earnings (plus employer contribution 3%). If you wish to contribute over and above this percentage you may do so, but SRSB will not match this extra contribution.
Holidays: Pro rata to full time equivalent of 23 days per annum plus 9 days statutory/customary holidays. Up to 3 days must be reserved for the Christmas/New Year shutdown. Additional holiday entitlement starts to accrue after 3 years’ service. Our holiday year is 1st January to 31st December, holiday entitlement accruing pro-rata throughout the year.
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The Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind Job Description: Community Advice Officer (Maternity Cover) This is a 12-month fixed-term role to cover maternity leave, with the possibility of becoming permanent subject to funding. To commence Jan 2026. Hours: 37.5 hrs per week Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm, half hour lunch break. Some flexibility in terms of working hours may be considered. Salary: £28,100 Background Information: Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind (SRSB) provides a range of services and facilities to support people with sight loss in Sheffield, including a residential care home (Cairn Home). We also support people with sight loss and/or hearing loss in Rotherham. Our services in Rotherham are delivered under the name of Rotherham Sight & Sound (RSS). Our overarching aim is to promote people’s independence through advice and subsequent referral to other services, both our own and other agencies. General Information: Reporting to the Community Services Manager and working as part of a team of people dedicated to providing a high-quality Community Advice Service for the visually impaired people of Sheffield and sensory impaired people of Rotherham. Comprehensive vocational training will be given. Duties & Responsibilities: Covering all areas of Sheffield and Rotherham, visiting clients in their homes to offer support and advice on a variety of topics, including, but not restricted to: • Choice of suitable aids to assist with everyday tasks, some of the aids being free issue by Social Services and others that the client purchases. • Liaising with Social Services and/or other agencies to secure appropriate services for our clients. • Assisting and completing benefit application forms including Personal Independence Payment and Attendance Allowance and when required supporting clients through the appeals process. • Formal Specialist Needs Assessment of visually impaired people on behalf of Social Services in Sheffield. • Specialist Needs Assessment of visually impaired people in Rotherham • Respond to referrals from a variety of sources. • Completion of appropriate internal report forms following contact with clients, updating our database etc. • Assistance with social/leisure activities and other occasional events. • Staying up to date with changes in legislation, policies or procedures which could impact upon our clients. • Attend staff meetings, supervisions and appraisals. • Undertake appropriate training as and when required. • Other ad-hoc duties as may be required from time to time. The list of specific duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive and a suitable candidate must be able to work flexibly assuming many different roles and responsibilities. Person Specification: Experience and Qualifications Essential/Desirable Experience of working with/supporting vulnerable people Essential A basic knowledge of welfare rights or the willingness to learn Experience of working with/supporting people with a sensory impairment Experience of working in the voluntary sector Experience of producing written and electronic based reports Commitment to own continuing professional development and attendance at further training Essential Desirable Desirable Essential Essential Skills/Attributes Essential/Desirable Adaptability, able to respond to a varied workload and different challenges Essential Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a structured way with a range of individuals, both verbally and in writing Essential Ability to communicate with staff in a professional manner - to develop and maintain appropriate positive relationships with a range of stakeholders Essential IT literate and competent in use of Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel and Outlook, or equivalent Essential Experience using CRM (database) software (this is Microsoft Dynamics) Ability to work on own initiative and liaise with colleagues as and when required Ability to prioritise and manage own workload Honest & Trustworthy Desirable Essential Essential Essential You should have, or be able to develop, a good understanding of the needs of people with a sensory impairment Essential Qualities and Competencies Essential/Desirable Self-motivated Personal commitment to equal opportunities and anti- discriminatory practices Ability to motivate and support others A good sense of humour Conscientious and thorough in record keeping, data collection and data protection Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Other Requirements Essential/Desirable Ability to travel for events such as training, forums etc Essential This post may require some very occasional UK travel and may include occasional overnight stays Essential Appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references, including a reference from your current/most recent employer Due to the nature of our work, guide dogs and hearing support dogs will regularly be present. Hence, it is necessary that the successful applicant does not have any unmanageable allergies to dogs and does not object to them accompanying their owners Essential Essential Essential Car User Allowance This is paid in addition to a mileage allowance for business mileage. All Staff are required to: Understand and comply with all relevant legislation and SRSB’s policies and procedures, including data protection, safeguarding and health & safety. Confidentiality of information relating to clients, volunteers and staff is of paramount importance. To bring to the attention of the CEO any serious problems or areas of concern. Work as part of a team for the benefit of our clients. Staff are expected to be conscientious, adaptable and flexible in their duties. Actively promote the work of SRSB/RSS as an independent charity for the provision of help, support and provision of services in various forms for the benefit of our clients. Undertake appropriate training as and when required, some of which will be Health & Safety related and some of which will be skills related. Benefits: Life Assurance: All staff are covered under a life assurance policy for twice their annual salary. However, please note that this is not a contractual obligation and whilst we have no intention of removing this benefit the Charity in its sole and absolute discretion reserves the right to discontinue, vary or amend the scheme (including the level of your cover) at any time on reasonable notice to you. Pension: You will be auto enrolled in SRSB’s staff pension scheme immediately subject to you meeting the relevant criteria in terms of age and earnings. If you are auto enrolled you will contribute 5% of your gross earnings (plus employer contribution 3%). If you wish to contribute over and above this percentage you may do so, but SRSB will not match this extra contribution. Holidays: Pro rata to full time equivalent of 23 days per annum plus 9 days statutory/customary holidays. Up to 3 days must be reserved for the Christmas/New Year shutdown. Additional holiday entitlement starts to accrue after 3 years’ service. Our holiday year is 1st January to 31st December, holiday entitlement accruing pro-rata throughout the year.
The Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind / Rotherham Sight & Sound Job Description: Operations Manager Hours: 37.5 hrs per week Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm, half hour lunch break. Some flexibility in terms of working hours may be considered. Salary: £35,000 Background Information: Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind (SRSB) provides a range of services and facilities to support people with sight loss in Sheffield, including a residential care home (Cairn Home). We also support people with sight loss and/or hearing loss in Rotherham. Our services in Rotherham are delivered under the name of Rotherham Sight & Sound (RSS). Our overarching aim is to promote people’s independence through advice and subsequent referral to other services, both our own and other agencies. General Information: Reporting to the CEO and working as part of a team of people dedicated to providing a high-quality Service for the visually impaired people of Sheffield and sensory impaired people of Rotherham. We are seeking a proactive and compassionate Operations Manager to oversee the smooth day-to-day running of our services across both centres. This pivotal role ensures that our frontline and standalone staff are supported, coordinated, empowered and motivated to deliver high-quality services to our clients. The Operations Manager will also act as the first point of contact for staff-related issues, providing initial HR guidance and support. Duties & Responsibilities: Staff Management & Leadership • Line manage a diverse team including: o Frontline service staff o Business Support Officer o Receptionist o Technology Trainer o Equipment Advisor o Research and Development Officer o Life Ahead Project Co-ordinator o Befriending Services Co-ordinator o Café Staff o Cleaning staff • Provide regular supervision, support, and performance reviews • Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative working culture • Ensure staff are trained, compliant, and aligned with organisational values HR Support • Act as the first point of contact for staff issues, concerns, and queries • Provide initial guidance on HR matters including absence, conduct, performance, and wellbeing • Support recruitment, onboarding, and induction processes • Maintain accurate staff records and support compliance with employment policies • Liaise with external HR advisors or senior leadership team on complex matters Operational Oversight • Ensure the effective day-to-day running of both centres • Coordinate cover, and service continuity across sites • Monitor service delivery standards and implement improvements • Liaise with the CEO and senior leadership team to align operations with strategic goals Facilities & Resource Management • Oversee the maintenance, cleanliness, and safety of both centres • Manage relationships with external contractors (eg.maintenance, stationery stock, external providers) • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations Communication & Coordination • Act as a key point of contact between departments and centres • Support internal communications and ensure staff are informed and engaged • Represent the organisation in local networks and partnerships as required The list of specific duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive and a suitable candidate must be able to work flexibly assuming many different roles and responsibilities. Person Specification: Experience and Qualifications Essential/Desirable Proven experience in the charity or health and social care sector Strong people management and leadership skills Working knowledge of HR practices and employment policies Essential Essential Essential Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities Essential Experience of producing written and electronic based reports Essential Ability to work across multiple sites and manage competing priorities Essential Commitment to own continuing professional development and attendance at further training Essential Skills/Attributes Essential/Desirable Adaptability, able to respond to a varied workload and different challenges Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a structured way with a range of individuals and organisations, both verbally and in writing Essential Essential IT literate and competent in use of Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel and Outlook, or equivalent Essential Experience using CRM (database) software (this is Microsoft Dynamics) Ability to work on own initiative and liaise with colleagues as and when required Ability to prioritise and manage own workload Honest & trustworthy You should have, or be able to develop, a good understanding of the needs of people with a sensory impairment Due to the nature of our work, guide dogs and hearing support dogs will regularly be present. Hence, it is necessary that the successful applicant does not have any unmanageable allergies to dogs and does not object to them accompanying their owners Desirable Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Qualities and Competencies Essential/Desirable Self-motivated Personal commitment to equal opportunities and anti- discriminatory practices Ability to motivate and support others A good sense of humour Conscientious and thorough in record keeping, data collection and data protection Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Other Requirements Essential/Desirable Ability to travel for events such as training, forums etc Essential This post may require some very occasional UK travel and may include occasional overnight stays Essential Appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references, including a reference from your current/most recent employer Essential All Staff are required to: Understand and comply with all relevant legislation and SRSB’s policies and procedures, including data protection, safeguarding and health & safety. Confidentiality of information relating to clients, volunteers and staff is of paramount importance. To bring to the attention of the CEO any serious problems or areas of concern. Work as part of a team for the benefit of our clients. Staff are expected to be conscientious, adaptable and flexible in their duties. Actively promote the work of SRSB/RSS as an independent charity for the provision of help, support and provision of services in various forms for the benefit of our clients. Undertake appropriate training as and when required, some of which will be Health & Safety related and some of which will be skills related. Benefits: Life Assurance: All staff are covered under a life assurance policy for twice their annual salary. However, please note that this is not a contractual obligation and whilst we have no intention of removing this benefit the Charity in its sole and absolute discretion reserves the right to discontinue, vary or amend the scheme (including the level of your cover) at any time on reasonable notice to you. Pension: You will be auto enrolled in SRSB’s staff pension scheme immediately subject to you meeting the relevant criteria in terms of age and earnings. If you are auto enrolled you will contribute 5% of your gross earnings (plus employer contribution 3%). If you wish to contribute over and above this percentage you may do so, but SRSB will not match this extra contribution. Holidays: Pro rata to full time equivalent of 23 days per annum plus 9 days statutory/customary holidays. Up to 3 days must be reserved for the Christmas/New Year shutdown. Additional holiday entitlement starts to accrue after 3 years’ service. Our holiday year is 1st January to 31st December, holiday entitlement accruing pro-rata throughout the year.
The Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind Job Description: Community Advice Officer Hours: 37.5 hrs per week Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm, half hour lunch break. Some flexibility in terms of working hours may be considered. Salary: £28,100 Background Information: Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind (SRSB) provides a range of services and facilities to support people with sight loss in Sheffield, including a residential care home (Cairn Home). We also support people with sight loss and/or hearing loss in Rotherham. Our services in Rotherham are delivered under the name of Rotherham Sight & Sound (RSS). Our overarching aim is to promote people’s independence through advice and subsequent referral to other services, both our own and other agencies. General Information: Reporting to the Community Services Manager and working as part of a team of people dedicated to providing a high-quality Community Advice Service for the visually impaired people of Sheffield and sensory impaired people of Rotherham. Comprehensive vocational training will be given. Duties & Responsibilities: Covering all areas of Sheffield and Rotherham, visiting clients in their homes to offer support and advice on a variety of topics, including, but not restricted to: • Choice of suitable aids to assist with everyday tasks, some of the aids being free issue by Social Services and others that the client purchases. • Liaising with Social Services and/or other agencies to secure appropriate services for our clients. • Assisting and completing benefit application forms including Personal Independence Payment and Attendance Allowance and when required supporting clients through the appeals process. • Formal Specialist Needs Assessment of visually impaired people on behalf of Social Services in Sheffield. • Specialist Needs Assessment of visually impaired people in Rotherham • Respond to referrals from a variety of sources. • Completion of appropriate internal report forms following contact with clients, updating our database etc. • Assistance with social/leisure activities and other occasional events. • Staying up to date with changes in legislation, policies or procedures which could impact upon our clients. • Attend staff meetings, supervisions and appraisals. • Undertake appropriate training as and when required. • Other ad-hoc duties as may be required from time to time. The list of specific duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive and a suitable candidate must be able to work flexibly assuming many different roles and responsibilities. Person Specification: Experience and Qualifications Essential/Desirable Experience of working with/supporting vulnerable people Essential A basic knowledge of welfare rights or the willingness to learn Experience of working with/supporting people with a sensory impairment Experience of working in the voluntary sector Experience of producing written and electronic based reports Commitment to own continuing professional development and attendance at further training Essential Desirable Desirable Essential Essential Skills/Attributes Essential/Desirable Adaptability, able to respond to a varied workload and different challenges Essential Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a structured way with a range of individuals, both verbally and in writing Essential Ability to communicate with staff in a professional manner - to develop and maintain appropriate positive relationships with a range of stakeholders Essential IT literate and competent in use of Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel and Outlook, or equivalent Essential Experience using CRM (database) software (this is Microsoft Dynamics) Ability to work on own initiative and liaise with colleagues as and when required Ability to prioritise and manage own workload Honest & Trustworthy You should have, or be able to develop, a good understanding of the needs of people with a sensory impairment Desirable Essential Essential Essential Essential Qualities and Competencies Essential/Desirable Self-motivated Personal commitment to equal opportunities and anti- discriminatory practices Ability to motivate and support others A good sense of humour Conscientious and thorough in record keeping, data collection and data protection Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Other Requirements Essential/Desirable Ability to travel for events such as training, forums etc Essential This post may require some very occasional UK travel and may include occasional overnight stays Essential Appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references, including a reference from your current/most recent employer Due to the nature of our work, guide dogs and hearing support dogs will regularly be present. Hence, it is necessary that the successful applicant does not have any unmanageable allergies to dogs and does not object to them accompanying their owners Essential Essential Essential Car User Allowance This is paid in addition to a mileage allowance for business mileage. All Staff are required to: Understand and comply with all relevant legislation and SRSB’s policies and procedures, including data protection, safeguarding and health & safety. Confidentiality of information relating to clients, volunteers and staff is of paramount importance. To bring to the attention of the CEO any serious problems or areas of concern. Work as part of a team for the benefit of our clients. Staff are expected to be conscientious, adaptable and flexible in their duties. Actively promote the work of SRSB/RSS as an independent charity for the provision of help, support and provision of services in various forms for the benefit of our clients. Undertake appropriate training as and when required, some of which will be Health & Safety related and some of which will be skills related. Benefits: Life Assurance: All staff are covered under a life assurance policy for twice their annual salary. However, please note that this is not a contractual obligation and whilst we have no intention of removing this benefit the Charity in its sole and absolute discretion reserves the right to discontinue, vary or amend the scheme (including the level of your cover) at any time on reasonable notice to you. Pension: You will be auto enrolled in SRSB’s staff pension scheme immediately subject to you meeting the relevant criteria in terms of age and earnings. If you are auto enrolled you will contribute 5% of your gross earnings (plus employer contribution 3%). If you wish to contribute over and above this percentage you may do so, but SRSB will not match this extra contribution. Holidays: Pro rata to full time equivalent of 23 days per annum plus 9 days statutory/customary holidays. Up to 3 days must be reserved for the Christmas/New Year shutdown. Additional holiday entitlement starts to accrue after 3 years’ service. Our holiday year is 1st January to 31st December, holiday entitlement accruing pro-rata throughout the year.
The Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind and Rotherham Sight & Sound
Job Description: Community Advice Officer
Hours: 37.5 hrs per week Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm, half hour lunch break. Some flexibility in terms of working hours may be considered.
Salary: £28,100
Background Information: Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind (SRSB) provides a range of services and facilities to support people with sight loss in Sheffield, including a residential care home (Cairn Home). We also support people with sight loss and/or hearing loss in Rotherham. Our services in Rotherham are delivered under the name of Rotherham Sight & Sound (RSS). Our overarching aim is to promote people’s independence through advice and subsequent referral to other services, both our own and other agencies.
General Information: Reporting to the Community Services Manager and working as part of a team of people dedicated to providing a high-quality Community Advice Service for the visually impaired people of Sheffield and sensory impaired people of Rotherham. Comprehensive vocational training will be given.
Duties & Responsibilities: Covering all areas of Sheffield and Rotherham, visiting clients in their homes to offer support and advice on a variety of topics, including, but not restricted to:
- Choice of suitable aids to assist with everyday tasks, some of the aids being free issue by Social Services and others that the client purchases.
- Liaising with Social Services and/or other agencies to secure appropriate services for our clients.
- Assisting and completing benefit application forms including Personal Independence Payment and Attendance Allowance and when required supporting clients through the appeals process.
- Formal Specialist Needs Assessment of visually impaired people on behalf of Social Services in Sheffield.
- Specialist Needs Assessment of visually impaired people in Rotherham
- Respond to referrals from a variety of sources.
- Completion of appropriate internal report forms following contact with clients, updating our database etc.
- Assistance with social/leisure activities and other occasional events.
- Staying up to date with changes in legislation, policies or procedures which could impact upon our clients.
- Attend staff meetings, supervisions and appraisals.
- Undertake appropriate training as and when required.
- Other ad-hoc duties as may be required from time to time.
The list of specific duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive and a suitable candidate must be able to work flexibly assuming many different roles and responsibilities.
Essential Car User Allowance:
This is paid in addition to a mileage allowance for business mileage.
All Staff are required to:
Understand and comply with all relevant legislation and SRSB’s policies and procedures, including data protection, safeguarding and health & safety.
Confidentiality of information relating to clients, volunteers and staff is of paramount importance.
To bring to the attention of the CEO any serious problems or areas of concern.
Work as part of a team for the benefit of our clients. Staff are expected to be conscientious, adaptable and flexible in their duties.
Actively promote the work of SRSB/RSS as an independent charity for the provision of help, support and provision of services in various forms for the benefit of our clients.
Undertake appropriate training as and when required, some of which will be Health & Safety related and some of which will be skills related.
Benefits:
Life Assurance: All staff are covered under a life assurance policy for twice their annual salary. However, please note that this is not a contractual obligation and whilst we have no intention of removing this benefit the Charity in its sole and absolute discretion reserves the right to discontinue, vary or amend the scheme (including the level of your cover) at any time on reasonable notice to you.
Pension: You will be auto enrolled in SRSB’s staff pension scheme immediately subject to you meeting the relevant criteria in terms of age and earnings. If you are auto enrolled you will contribute 5% of your gross earnings (plus employer contribution 3%). If you wish to contribute over and above this percentage you may do so, but SRSB will not match this extra contribution.
Holidays: Pro rata to full time equivalent of 23 days per annum plus 9 days statutory/customary holidays. Up to 3 days must be reserved for the Christmas/New Year shutdown. Additional holiday entitlement starts to accrue after 3 years’ service. Our holiday year is 1st January to 31st December, holiday entitlement accruing pro-rata throughout the year.
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