WINCHESTER CHURCHES NIGHTSHELTER

Recruitment PackThe Winchester Beacon20B Jewry Street, Winchester, SO23 8RZ01962 862050www.winchesterbeacon.org.ukCharity number 1080443TitleFacilities andCompliance Managerfrom our CEOThe Winchester Beacon first began supporting people facing homelessness in1988. We have since helped thousands of people to rebuild their lives through ourwelcoming accommodation and tailored support. Working as part of our team is rewarding. Every day you can see the impact thatour work has on people’s lives. With plans to increase the size of our accommodation, we are looking to growour team to include a Facilities and Compliance Manager.  This new role willprovide oversight to ensure all our charity’s facilities operate efficiently, safely andin full compliance with regulations. If you are organised and a strong communicator with relevant experience thenwe would be delighted to hear from you. WelcomeI am really pleased that you are considering applying to work with us here atThe Winchester Beacon. We are a small and friendly staff team workingalongside a great community of volunteers to give people experiencinghomelessness hope and the chance of a new beginning. Best wishes,Robyn KohlerChief ExecutiveContentsPage 2: Our HistoryPage 3: Our Vision, Mission and ValuesPage 4: How we help1Page 6: Job descriptionOurHistoryThe Winchester Beacon (TWB) is the operating name of Winchester ChurchesNightshelter (WCNS) which was set up in 1988 by Churches Together inWinchester. Run by voluntary effort, the charity group used various buildingsaround the city, including church halls and temporarily vacant properties.In 1995, we became an independent registered charity moving into ourdedicated premises on Jewry Street in central Winchester in 1997. The building,which was owned by Hampshire County Council, has been used as a Victoriangas-works, a Burberry factory, a bakery, a co-operative dairy, a printing worksand finally a library store. The Winchester and District Housing Associationagreed to develop the site, in a joint venture, to provide a shelter for thehomeless on the ground floor and ten low cost studio flats above. TheNightshelter was officially opened on the 14 September 1997 by local Baptistminister, Rev Paul Hills. We now also manage three offsite properties which together accommodatean additional twelve people. These four-bedroom houses act as a steppingstone to independent living. All of our twenty-two residents are able to benefitfrom personalised wraparound support to enable them to rebuild their lives. During the pandemic we adapted our services to ensure that we could stayopen. This involved moving to single bedrooms to reduce shared airspace andextending our opening hours so that our residents could ‘stay home’ duringlockdown. These changes lived on beyond the pandemic after we saw thepositive impact they had on our residents. It was at this point that we changedour operating name to The Winchester Beacon as we had become so muchmore than a nightshelter.The Winchester Beacon is the operating name of Winchester Churches Nightshelter, a company limited by guarantee.Registered Company number 03928334Registered Charity number 1080443Registered office: 20B Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8RZ2OurVision, Mission& ValuesHonest and openSafe and supportiveFlexible and caringWe treat everyone with kindness and respect, withoutprejudice or discrimination.We provide a home where residents can be comfortable andsafe and can find the help and restoration of self-esteemthey need.We foster collaboration to work as a team with residents,staff, volunteers, the local community and other agencies /partners.Vision: To transform lives, inspire hope and end     homelessness.Mission: To help break the cycle of homelessness byenabling people to rebuild their lives.3How weHelpEach of our residents is able to benefit from one-to-one personalised support. TheirSupport Worker works alongside them to establish issues at a root of, and as aresult of, their homelessness. Together, they identify the areas that they needsupport to help them to meet their goals and rebuild a life away fromhomelessness.Free counselling and psychotherapyBudgeting adviceHelp with substance misuseTenancy and housing supportHelp to find training and employmentLife coachingOngoing support when they transition to independent living.Residents can access:Free activities for residents include:Gym pass to local leisure centreBoxing classesGuided cycling clubCookery clubHaircuts.Larry’s StoryLarry, 66, became homeless after his mother passed away. They had been living together inthe council house that had been their family home for over 40 years. Originally in Larry’sfather’s name, when he passed away the tenancy moved to his mother. This meant that legallythe house could not be passed on again and so Larry was instructed to leave.“George, my Support Worker at The Beacon, helped me sort out my pension. I knew it was therebut I couldn’t access it, I didn’t know much about the internet so George helped me.I’ve moved into my own one-bedroom flat. The Winchester Beacon helped me apply for it andalso sorted out furniture and a cooker for me so that I start with what I need.Having now experienced homelessness, I value having a space in the world even more than I didbefore. It’s easy to worry about how I’ll cope living on my own but I’m going to take it as it comesand I know I still have the support of The Winchester Beacon.”4JobDescriptionJob Title:            Location:          Hours:                Salary:              Benefits:   Start date:  Direct reports:Facilities and Compliance ManagerWinchester-based with some hybrid working.  You must have your owncar and be prepared to travel around the Winchester area if needed.22.5 hours pw between 8am-5pm. Time off in lieu and some hybridworking is available. Up to £34,000 FTE (£20,400 pro rata) depending on experience. 28 days holidays plus bank holidays, pension, Medicash plan, flexibleworking hours and hybrid working.To be agreed.Catering Co-ordinator and AdministratorThe Facilities and Compliance Manager is responsible for overseeing the efficientoperation, safety and regulatory compliance of all charity facilities. This role ensures thatbuildings, systems and operations meet legal standards and support a safe, productivework environment. The role also supports flexible and remote work arrangements wherefeasible.6Facilities ManagementManage maintenance, repairs and upgrades across all sites.Oversee supplier relationships and service contracts.Implement sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives.Ensure physical and digital security systems are effective.Compliance OversightDevelop and maintain compliance programmes aligned with UK regulations.Conduct audits and inspections; maintain documentation.Liaise with regulatory bodies and respond to inspections.Train staff on compliance policies and procedures.Health and SafetyLead health and safety initiatives and risk assessments.Ensure emergency preparedness and incident response plans.Maintain compliance with HSE and environmental standards.Remote Work and Hybrid FacilitiesSupport remote and hybrid work policies, ensuring compliance with health andsafety regulations for home-based employees.Coordinate remote access to facilities systems and documentation.Ensure remote workers have appropriate equipment and support.Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Compliance a related fieldor equivalent experience.Proven experience in facilities and compliance roles.Strong knowledge of UK health, safety and environmental regulations.Excellent organisational and communication skills.Proficiency in facilities and compliance management software.You will be supported for certifications including NEBOSH, ISO, CISI.Qualifications and experienceJob Description continued7Budget and ReportingManage budgets for facilities and compliance operations.Report on performance, risks, and improvement plans.How to applyPlease send your CV and a covering letter to ceo@winchesterbeacon.org.uk. Wewill be shortlisting candidates on a rolling basis so early application isrecommended.