KING'S ARMS PROJECT (BEDFORD)
13.46 - 15.16 per hour
Bedford
Full-time
Bedford Winter Nightshelter Shift Leader The Kings Arms Project was started over 30 years ago as a response to seeing people sleeping rough on the streets of Bedford. Founded on the Biblical mandate for social justice, we have grown into a charity which works with the local community and National Government. We provide professional advice, innovative solutions, and person-centred care to those at risk of homelessness and social isolation. Our Vision Every person thriving in a place they call home, living a fulfilling life in community Our Mission To tackle homelessness, displacement and social isolation by: ● Providing opportunities for people to thrive and have a home ● Connecting people into meaningful communities. ● Demonstrating the love of Jesus ● Advocating for Justice Our Values Hope – We believe there is hope for everyone, always Community - We all thrive when are connected in community God is Good - We depend on God and His goodness for everything we do Learning & Excellence - By seeking to learn, listen and grow we are better able to achieve excellence in all that we do JOB DESCRIPTION Hours: Morning Shift: 6.45am-8.30/9am, and Evening shifts would be 6pm-11pm. We are flexible on the number of shifts/hours wanted – to be discussed at interview. Pay: Hourly rate of £13.46 + £1.70 per hour holiday pay = making a total of £15.16 per hour. Accountable to: Head of Outreach & Support Services Key internal relations: Outreach Team Leader, Outreach team, Senior Management team, Central Office Team. SUMMARY OF POST This post is to facilitate the smooth running of the Bedford Winter Night shelter at 56 Harpur Street, Bedford. This provision is to offer opportunities for shelter, food, community, and a place to sleep for the rough sleepers in the community of Bedford during the coldest months of the year. Within this client group the common factors of support needs are homelessness, mental health, addiction, employment, immigration and housing. This role will oversee the volunteers on each shift and act as the main person in charge. There will be some practical and administrative tasks as well as volunteer and guest care. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Opening and securely closing down 56 Harpur Street (weekends only) • To gather the team at shift starts to ensure everyone is confident in how the shift will run • Delegate the various jobs for the evening throughout the volunteer team (ensuring sleeping facilities are prepared, food is ready for serving, games are out etc) • Check the guest list to see who we already know is coming in that night • Ensure robust risk management on entry for guests • Take the lead on welcome and triage for new guests • Facilitate the team in making guests feel welcome • Completing Handover documents accurately for each shift and liaise with security team • WNS Pastoral support of staff as needed and ability to de brief after any incidents that require emergency services. • Liaise with KAP On-call team as needed • Systematic recording of all notes and actions related to client support • Building trust and maintaining positive working relationships with all clients, external agencies, and other areas of KAP. • Ensure that handovers are complete for each shift leader, as well as the KAP Outreach Team. ADDITIONAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Monitoring movement of clients/guests in the building during opening hours of Winter Night shelter • Periodic checking of sleeping area • Processing laundry (or delegating as appropriate). • Ensuring medication processes are adhered to and medication is stored securely • Ensuring all beds are ready for use and the bedding regularly changed • Oversight of kitchen volunteers adhering to food hygiene standards • Maintaining kitchen food hygiene documentation • To be responsible for adhering to Kap Policies regarding Health & Safety, Data Protection and Fire Evacuation • Promoting the well-being of clients in line with the vision and values of KAP. PERSONAL QUALITIES This role is especially suited for someone who fits the following description: Experience and knowledge of Essential Desirable Proven work experience with this client group Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise Confident in use of telephone and all Microsoft packages Excellent communication skills Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication. Excellent Administrative skills. Ability to empathise with people, demonstrating care and compassion. Able to work in a team and lead a team maintaining professional boundaries. Ability to adapt and multitask. Experience of using intercom door system and ability to triage visitors. General Is adaptable and enjoys a changing environment. Be positive, patient, resilient, and enthusiastic under pressure. Be committed to equality and diversity. Maintain and observe Health and Safety and Safeguarding policies and procedures. Ability to work flexible hours to cover team-mates in case of illness. This post would require the taking up of two references and undertaking a DBS check. Oversight will be provided by the WNS Daytime Operations Coordinator, and the Outreach Team. Training There will be Safeguarding and First Aid training provided as required in addition to role specific training, and volunteer training evenings.
ESOL Cover Tutor King’s Arms Project was started over 30 years ago as a response to seeing people sleeping rough on the streets of Bedford. Founded on the Biblical mandate for social justice, we have grown into a charity which works with the local community and National Government. We provide professional advice, innovative solutions and person-centred care to those at risk of homelessness and social isolation and to those experiencing displacement. Our Vision Every person thriving in a place they call home, living a fulfilling life in community. Our Mission To tackle homelessness, displacement, and social isolation by ● Providing opportunities for people to thrive and have a home. ● Connecting people into meaningful communities. ● Demonstrating the love of Jesus. ● Advocating for Justice. Our Values Hope – We believe there is hope for everyone, always. Community - We all thrive when we are connected in community. God is Good - We depend on God and His goodness for everything we do. Learning & Excellence - By seeking to learn, listen and grow we are better able to achieve excellence in all that we do. September 2025 1 of 5 JOB DESCRIPTION Hours: According to service need Terms: Bank Staff Salary: £13.54 per hour (CELTA qualified), £12.75 per hour (non-CELTA qualified) plus holiday pay SUMMARY OF POST This post serves to support the delivery of high quality, formal scheduled ESOL teaching. The ESOL Cover Tutor will provide short or long-term cover of group classes at our sites in Shefford & Bedford in instances of staff absence due to sickness or training. In the event of staff absence, the ESOL Cover Tutor will be asked to cover classes at short notice. In such eventualities session plan for the class will be provided. In the event of longer term cover the ESOL Cover Tutor will be responsible for lesson planning, delivery, assessment and review. There is the opportunity for the cover tutor to also take up 1:1 in home tutoring for clients who are on maternity leave or facing periods of sickness. Key internal relations: ESOL Team Manager, ESOL Team, ESOL Coordinator, Refugee and Migrant Services Team Key external relations: Bedford Borough Council, Central Bedfordshire Council, East of England Local Government Association, Bedford English Language Partnership You will also be expected to hold a minimum TEFL/TESOL qualification. You will have, or will develop, working knowledge of supporting and coaching adults learners through learning programmes. MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES September 2025 2 of 5 • • • • • • • • • • • To teach groups of adults using a variety of relevant methods and approaches to enable and support learning offering information, advice, and guidance. To teach 1:1, 1:2 or 1 : 3 sessions in community settings and client homes using a variety of relevant methods and approaches to enable and support learning offering information, advice and guidance. To work with the ESOL Team in the design and delivery of learning programmes to enable learners to achieve personal learning goals and national qualifications. To provide initial and ongoing advice to prospective learners. To undertake the necessary preparation, marking and reviewing activities relating to the learning programmes. To undertake initial, diagnostic, and ongoing assessment and review and record learner progress. To monitor, evaluate and review programmes with learners and contribute to evaluation processes. To maintain appropriate course file information and learner records. To contribute to successful quality assurance by maintaining and forwarding timely accurate records within agreed timescales according to county processes. To carry out risk assessments associated with the delivery of learning programmes. To keep up to date with developments in the curriculum area, attend and participate in subject based curriculum groups and undertake personal and professional development and training. ADDITIONAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES ● Maintain working practices that reflect the overall ethos and vision of KAP, including following our policies, procedures, and Code of Conduct. ● Respect and support the whole KAP staff team, contractors, and volunteers. September 2025 3 of 5 ● Take responsibility for your own workload and your own personal development. ● Actively participate in supervision sessions (1-2-1s, team meetings and annual reviews). ● Attend and actively participate in team meetings social activities, as well as all personal development meetings, including supervisions and mentor sessions. ● In addition to the duties set out in this job description the post holder may at times be required to undertake additional or other duties to meet the needs of King's Arms Project as agreed by the ESOL Team Manager. PERSONAL QUALITIES The Bank ESOL Tutor role is especially suited for someone who fits the following description: Experience and knowledge of: Essential: Desirable The issues facing refugees Design and delivery of learning programmes Experience and passion for working with people from other cultures, being culturally sensitive. Working with people who have been displaced or experienced trauma. Qualifications: CELTA qualification TEFL/TESOL qualified or will to work towards First Aid Certificate Skills: Ability to work to a high standard with an attention to detail. Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality and build relationships with people from a variety of backgrounds based on a desire to serve others : ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ September 2025 4 of 5 Self-motivated, able to work alone as well as in a team. Excellent IT, verbal and written communication skills with clients, colleagues and professional agencies Good time management skills, including the ability to prioritise and plan work to meet deadlines Be able to demonstrate initiative and creativity in finding solutions-orientated thinking to complex issues ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Flexible approach to working with high levels of adaptability. ✔ General: A genuine desire to support refugees Hold a clean driving licence with insurance for business use Maintain and observe conditions of health and safety Willingness to develop within the job and undergo relevant training Be committed to Equality and Diversity, willing to learn and take on responsibility Be positive, patient, and adaptable under pressure ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT As part of King’s Arms Project, it is our desire to invest in you personally. We do so through mentoring, supervisions, and on-going training. Supervision One-to-one staff supervisions are completed every 4-6 weeks to give opportunity to talk through successes, challenges, development / training needs, and other work-related issues as they arise. In the case of the bank worker the frequency of these supervisions will depend on the period and nature of work offered. Training September 2025 5 of 5 Regular on-going training is provided within work hours in the following contexts: Project- wide team training, team meetings, suggested reading and opportunities for regular professional training. September 2025 6 of 5
ESOL Crèche Assistant The King’s Arms Project was started over 30 years ago as a response to seeing people sleeping rough on the streets of Bedford. Founded on the Biblical mandate for social justice, we have grown into a charity which works with the local community and National Government. We provide professional advice, innovative solutions and person-centred care to those at risk of homelessness and social isolation. Our Vision Every person thriving in a place they call home, living a fulfilling life in community. Our Mission To tackle homelessness, displacement, and social isolation by: • Providing opportunities for people to thrive and have a home. • Connecting people into meaningful communities. • Demonstrating the love of Jesus. • Advocating for Justice. Our Values Hope – We believe there is hope for everyone, always. Community - We all thrive when are connected in community. God is Good - We depend on God and His goodness for everything we do. Learning & Excellence - By seeking to learn, listen and grow we are better able to achieve excellence in all that we do. March 2024 1 of 6 JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY OF POST The Creche Assistant is a childcare professional involved in the day to-day running of the Crèche. You perform an important role caring for children, maintaining a high-quality, stimulating learning environment. You are creative and reflective and able to implement new ideas to continually improve practice and support the management team. Role reports to: Early Years Childcare Lead Key internal relations: ESOL Team Manager, Early Years Childcare Lead, Crèche Session Leader, ESOL Tutors, R&MS Caseworkers, R&MS Senior Caseworkers, R&MS Casework Manager, Head of R&MS Key external relations: Venue contacts, Clients, Parents of children You will also be expected to be hold a level 2 qualification in Children’s Care Learning & Development, or equivalent and will have some experience of working with pre-school age children. Hours: Creche operates Mon-Thurs (9:30am – 2:30pm) term-time only. Terms: Permanent Salary: £12.21 per hour Location: Mill Street, Bedford MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES March 2024 2 of 6 • To contribute to the creation of a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all children. • To help ensure that the room is set up appropriately, prior to the children arriving and to ensure the room is packed away and returned to the same condition as when you arrived. • To be aware of the Crèches policies and procedures and ensure these are adhered to. • To be responsible for the welfare of all children in your care. • To be vigilant and protect children from harm or abuse, reporting any concerns immediately to the Room Leader. • To reflect on practice and routines, striving to meet the individual needs of each child throughout the day. • To assist in the development of the Crèche’s policies and procedures in accordance with EYFS standards • To provide a range of stimulating age-appropriate activities and ensuring the room is well-resourced and creatively set-up. • To work in partnership with all parents/carers, building and maintaining relationships that encourage trust, open communication, and involvement in Crèche life. • To contribute to the effective recording and resolution of any complaints or investigations, ensuring confidentiality at all times. • To be professional and a good role model to the children and other staff members, at all times. • To work flexibly as part of the larger team, assisting and supporting colleagues wherever required, in order to ensure the smooth running of the organisation. • To cooperate and work effectively with the management team, taking on additional responsibilities/duties and positively promoting developments in policies and procedures to team members. ADDITIONAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES March 2024 3 of 6 • Maintaining working practices that reflect the overall ethos and vision of KAP, including following our policies, procedures and code of conduct. • Promoting the well-being of clients in line with the vision and values of KAP. • Proactively assisting KAP Leadership Team in developing and making viable suggestions for the improvement of the service and role. • Informing senior management of service IT requirements. • Sharing good practice with colleagues in support of the continuous improvement of the service. • Taking responsibility for personal development. • Attending and being involved in team meetings, training, and social activities, as well as all personal development meetings, including supervisions and mentor sessions. • Respecting and supporting the whole KAP team and volunteers. • In addition to the duties set out in this job description the post holder may at times be required to undertake additional or other duties to meet the needs of King’s Arms Project. PERSONAL QUALITIES The Nursery Assistant role is especially suited for someone who fits the following description: Experience and knowledge of: Significant childcare experience Knowledge of current legislation and guidance (EYFS) Awareness of good practice of an effective early years curriculum Key operational policies and procedures e.g., health & safety, child protection, behaviour management Experience and passion for working with people from other cultures, being culturally sensitive. March 2024 Essential: Desirable: ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ 4 of 6 ✓ ✓ Qualifications: Minimum NNEB/NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Care Learning & Development, or equivalent Paediatric First Aid Certificate Training in Trauma-Informed Childcare practices Skills: Ability to work to a high standard with an attention to detail. High degree of integrity and empathy when dealing with children Self-motivated, able to work alone as well as in a team. Able to observe, assess and track children’s learning & development Good time management skills, including the ability to prioritise and plan work to meet deadlines Be able to demonstrate initiative and creativity General: Maintain and observe conditions of health and safety Willingness to develop within the job and undergo relevant training Be committed to Equality and Diversity, willing to learn and take on responsibility Be positive, patient, and adaptable under pressure Full, clean, UK driving liscence and access to transportation ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT As part of King’s Arms Project, it is our desire to invest in you personally. We do so through mentoring, supervisions, and on-going training. Mentoring March 2024 5 of 6 The main aim of mentoring is for staff members to gain support from someone outside their normal working environment. This provides opportunity every 4-6 weeks to address emotional health as well as to talk about personal issues that may arise. Supervision One-to-one staff supervisions are completed every 4-6 weeks in order to give opportunity to talk through successes, challenges, development/training needs, and other work-related issues as they arise. Training Regular on-going training is provided within work hours in the following contexts: Project- wide team training, house team meetings, suggested reading and opportunities for regular professional training. March 2024 6 of 6
ESOL Tutor King’s Arms Project was started over 30 years ago as a response to seeing people sleeping rough on the streets of Bedford. Founded on the Biblical mandate for social justice, we have grown into a charity which works with the local community and National Government. We provide professional advice, innovative solutions and person-centred care to those at risk of homelessness and social isolation. Our Vision Every person thriving in a place they call home, living a fulfilling life in community Our Mission To tackle homelessness, displacement, and social isolation by ● Providing opportunities for people to thrive and have a home ● Connecting people into meaningful communities. ● Demonstrating the love of Jesus ● Advocating for Justice Our Values Hope – We believe there is hope for everyone, always Community - We all thrive when are connected in community God is Good - We depend on God and His goodness for everything we do Learning & Excellence - By seeking to learn, listen and grow we are better able to achieve excellence in all that we do JOB DESCRIPTION October 2025 1 of 5 Hours & Location: 28 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Mon-Thurs) Monday & Wednesday: Mill Street, Bedford (09:30-14:30) Tuesday & Thursday: Bedford Road, Shefford (09:30-14:30) Plus 8 hours planning time per week (to be completed through a combination of 56 Harpur Street and remote working) Terms: Permeant contract Salary: £13.54 per hour (CELTA qualified), £12.75 per hour (non-CELTA qualified) plus holiday pay SUMMARY OF POST This post serves to deliver high quality, formal scheduled ESOL teaching, including planning, delivery, assessment and review, alongside curriculum development. Reports to: ESOL Team Manager Key internal relations: ESOL Team Manager, ESOL Team, ESOL Administration Assistant, Refugee and Migrant Services Team Key external relations: Bedford Borough Council, Central Bedfordshire Council, East of England Local Government Association, Bedford English Language Partnership MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES October 2025 2 of 5 • • • • • • • • • • To teach groups of adults using a variety of relevant methods and approaches to enable and support learning offering information, advice and guidance To work with the ESOL Team in the design and delivery of learning programmes to enable learners to achieve personal learning goals and national qualifications To provide initial and ongoing advice to prospective learners To support the ESOL Team Manager in promotional and development work in relation to a delivery centre, or programme of work, as appropriate To undertake the necessary preparation, marking and reviewing activities relating to the learning programmes To undertake initial, diagnostic and ongoing assessment and review and record learner progress To monitor, evaluate and review programmes with learners and contribute to evaluation processes To maintain appropriate course file information and learner records To contribute to successful quality assurance by maintaining and forwarding timely accurate records within agreed timescales according to county processes To keep up to date with developments in the curriculum area, attend and participate in subject based curriculum groups and undertake personal and professional development and training ADDITIONAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Maintain working practices that reflect the overall ethos and vision of KAP, including following our policies, procedures, and Code of Conduct. ● Respect and support the whole KAP staff team, contractors, and volunteers. October 2025 3 of 5 ● Take responsibility for your own workload and your own personal development. ● Actively participate in 1-2-1s, team meetings and annual reviews). ● Attend and actively participate in team meetings social activities, as well as all personal development meetings. ● Participate in peer observations for learning and development. ● In addition to the duties set out in this job description the post holder may at times be required to undertake additional or other duties to meet the needs of King's Arms Project as agreed by the ESOL Team Leader. PERSONAL QUALITIES The ESOL Tutor role is especially suited for someone who fits the following description: Experience and knowledge of: Essential: Desirable The issues facing refugees Design and delivery of learning programmes Experience and passion for working with people from other cultures, being culturally sensitive. Working with people who have been displaced or experienced trauma. Qualifications: CELTA qualified TEFL/TESOL qualified or will to work towards First Aid Certificate : ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Skills: Ability to work to a high standard with an attention to detail. ✔ October 2025 4 of 5 Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality and build relationships with people from a variety of backgrounds based on a desire to serve others Self-motivated, able to work alone as well as in a team. Excellent IT, verbal and written communication skills with clients, colleagues and professional agencies Good time management skills, including the ability to prioritise and plan work to meet deadlines Be able to demonstrate initiative and creativity in finding solutions-orientated thinking to complex issues General: A genuine desire to support refugees Hold a clean driving licence with insurance for business use Maintain and observe conditions of health and safety Willingness to develop within the job and undergo relevant training Be committed to Equality and Diversity Willingness to learn and take on responsibility Be positive, patient and adaptable under pressure ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT As part of King’s Arms Project, it is our desire to invest in you personally. We do so through 1:1 supervisions, and on-going training. Supervision One-to-one staff supervisions are completed every 4-6 weeks to give opportunity to talk through successes, challenges, development / training needs, and other work-related issues as they arise. Training October 2025 5 of 5 Regular on-going training is provided within work hours in the following contexts: Project- wide team training, team meetings, suggested reading and opportunities for regular professional training. October 2025 6 of 5