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Are you an experienced Senior Support Worker looking to elevate your career, where you can make a real difference and change lives for the better? If so, join Community Houses, and provide care for adults with complex mental health needs. You will be key in supporting individuals to lead a full and valued life. It's a career that you can take pride in. Our Care Home service, known as Community Houses, has rapidly expanded with 4 sites across Keighley that offer a step-down service to adults with complex mental health needs. We are a unique service which offers enhanced care to our Service Users to continue with their rehabilitation journey, including physical health monitoring with support from local medical services. Each service is a large residential house with an office and is where you will help our Service Users to carry out routine daily tasks - everything from help with cooking, cleaning, activities in the community and encouraging independent living in their future. You will even have day trip visits to the seaside with service users as part of this role. At Community Houses, you will have the chance to develop your skills and career. With a huge range of courses on offer, if you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals. What you will be doing: You will join the qualified and experienced team that supports people with mental health conditions. We are a step-down service between Three Valleys Hospital and Independent Living, supporting service users who are ready to leave the hospital setting but do not quite have the full life skills to live on their own in the community. Whether you have been a Healthcare Assistant, Support Worker or a Care Worker, you can utilise your experience to support people to lead a valued and fulfilled life. We have a 4-tier working structure and all Senior Support Workers are on one level. You will report to a Team Leader with the Registered Manager and Deputy on-site daily who can be approached for support, questions and anything else you will need. The last staff survey identified that at our staff answered yes to the question 'I feel well supported by my line manager. You will work across all four houses and encourage our Service Users to lead a full and valued life, helping them to live more independently, so a positive attitude, compassion, resilience and vigilance are important. It can at times be a challenging environment, but regular feedback from staff is that it is hugely rewarding to see people improve; being able to do something today that they couldn't do last week - because of you. As a 24/7 service the standard shift pattern is on a rolling two-week basis covering days, nights and weekends. Overtime is also available and occasional flexibility can also be offered. Senior Support Worker duties include: • Assist Service Users with their day-to-day activities i.e. Cooking, cleaning, washing, some personal care • Contributing to individual recovery journeys • Promoting independence and empowerment • Writing and updating care plans • Recording Service User electronic notes • Promoting activities and supporting Service Users with in-house and community-based rehabilitation • Issuing Medication • General duties such as admin, cleaning, stock ordering, contacting external healthcare services The role in some of our community houses involves independent lone working, medication administration and contributing to CPA's, therefore some previous knowledge and experience in these areas are required. As a Senior Support Worker you will have: • Experience as Senior Support Worker • Leadership skills and experience • Strong empathy and a caring and compassionate nature • Willingness to support residents with personal hygiene • Excellent people and communication skills, and a good sense of humour • Deal with challenging behaviours • Have a positive and professional approach • Be reliable, flexible, hard-working and honest • Be local or within commutable distance Where you will be working: Location: Main St, Sutton-in-Craven, Keighley BD20 With 21 beds across four community houses and situated in the semi-rural areas of Steeton, Sutton-In-Craven and Cowling, our care homes are ideally located for safe, structured and gradual reintegration into the community. A driving licence is not essential for the role, but due to the location of the services, please ensure that you are able to commute on public transport if living out of area. Many existing staff that live in and around Keighley, Steeton and Colne use public transport very successfully. Day shifts start at 7:35am. What you will get: Annual Salary of £25,740 Pro Rata The equivalent of 33 days annual leave Pro Rata- plus your birthday off! Free meals and parking in local streets. Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals Pension contribution to secure your future Life Assurance for added peace of mind Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more. About your next employer: You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move

Are you an experienced Senior Support Worker looking to elevate your career, where you can make a real difference and change lives for the better? If so, join Community Houses, and provide care for adults with complex mental health needs. You will be key in supporting individuals to lead a full and valued life. It's a career that you can take pride in. Our Care Home service, known as Community Houses, has rapidly expanded with 4 sites across Keighley that offer a step-down service to adults with complex mental health needs. We are a unique service which offers enhanced care to our Service Users to continue with their rehabilitation journey, including physical health monitoring with support from local medical services. Each service is a large residential house with an office and is where you will help our Service Users to carry out routine daily tasks - everything from help with cooking, cleaning, activities in the community and encouraging independent living in their future. You will even have day trip visits to the seaside with service users as part of this role. At Community Houses, you will have the chance to develop your skills and career. With a huge range of courses on offer, if you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals. What you will be doing: You will join the qualified and experienced team that supports people with mental health conditions. We are a step-down service between Three Valleys Hospital and Independent Living, supporting service users who are ready to leave the hospital setting but do not quite have the full life skills to live on their own in the community. Whether you have been a Healthcare Assistant, Support Worker or a Care Worker, you can utilise your experience to support people to lead a valued and fulfilled life. We have a 4-tier working structure and all Senior Support Workers are on one level. You will report to a Team Leader with the Registered Manager and Deputy on-site daily who can be approached for support, questions and anything else you will need. The last staff survey identified that at our staff answered yes to the question 'I feel well supported by my line manager. You will work across all four houses and encourage our Service Users to lead a full and valued life, helping them to live more independently, so a positive attitude, compassion, resilience and vigilance are important. It can at times be a challenging environment, but regular feedback from staff is that it is hugely rewarding to see people improve; being able to do something today that they couldn't do last week - because of you. As a 24/7 service the standard shift pattern is on a rolling two-week basis covering days, nights and weekends. Overtime is also available and occasional flexibility can also be offered. Senior Support Worker duties include: • Assist Service Users with their day-to-day activities i.e. Cooking, cleaning, washing, some personal care • Contributing to individual recovery journeys • Promoting independence and empowerment • Writing and updating care plans • Recording Service User electronic notes • Promoting activities and supporting Service Users with in-house and community-based rehabilitation • Issuing Medication • General duties such as admin, cleaning, stock ordering, contacting external healthcare services The role in some of our community houses involves independent lone working, medication administration and contributing to CPA's, therefore some previous knowledge and experience in these areas are required. As a Senior Support Worker you will have: • Experience as Senior Support Worker • Leadership skills and experience • Strong empathy and a caring and compassionate nature • Willingness to support residents with personal hygiene • Excellent people and communication skills, and a good sense of humour • Deal with challenging behaviours • Have a positive and professional approach • Be reliable, flexible, hard-working and honest • Be local or within commutable distance Where you will be working: Location: Main St, Sutton-in-Craven, Keighley BD20 7JS With 21 beds across four community houses and situated in the semi-rural areas of Steeton, Sutton-In-Craven and Cowling, our care homes are ideally located for safe, structured and gradual reintegration into the community. A driving licence is not essential for the role, but due to the location of the services, please ensure that you are able to commute on public transport if living out of area. Many existing staff that live in and around Keighley, Steeton and Colne use public transport very successfully. Day shifts start at 7:35am. What you will get: Annual Salary of £25,740 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave- plus your birthday off! Free meals and parking in local streets. Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals Pension contribution to secure your future Life Assurance for added peace of mind Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more. About your next employer: You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure

Band 5 Substance Misuse Nurse Location: Clouds House Salary: £37,796 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time Closing Date: 3rd November 2025 This is a 24/7 full-week rolling shift rota (including days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays) About the Role We are seeking a Substance Misuse Nurse to join our dedicated multidisciplinary team. In this role, you'll provide and supervise the delivery of high standards of nursing care for the treatment and support of individuals experiencing substance dependency. Working both autonomously and collaboratively, you will deliver holistic, evidence-based care, ensuring that all interventions meet national clinical guidelines, Forward Trust policies, and the highest standards of professional practice. You'll play a key role in medical assessments, detoxification monitoring, crisis intervention, and ongoing physical and psychological health support, all within a health improvement and recovery-focused framework. Key Responsibilities As a Substance Misuse Nurse, you will: Deliver comprehensive nursing assessments and brief interventions for clients presenting with substance misuse issues Support clients through medically assisted detoxification and ongoing treatment regimes, monitoring progress and wellbeing Work within a multidisciplinary team including GPs, psychiatrists, recovery workers, and counsellors Provide crisis intervention and triage for medical assessment where required Ensure the safe storage, administration, and recording of medicines, including controlled drugs Maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with professional and organisational standards Promote health improvement and behaviour change, encouraging clients toward healthier, more sustainable lifestyles Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and cultural sensitivity at all times Participate in supervision, reflective practice, and ongoing professional development About You We are looking for a skilled and compassionate registered nurse who is committed to providing high-quality care in the field of substance misuse and recovery. Essential Skills and Experience: Registered Nurse (NMC PIN required) Sound clinical knowledge and the ability to work autonomously within a multidisciplinary team Strong assessment and risk management skills Experience in key working and care planning Understanding of the Recovery Model (including 12-Step approaches) Awareness of health issues relating to substance misuse Robust knowledge of medication administration, including controlled drugs and medication rounds Excellent time management, organisational, and IT skills Demonstrable experience of accurate record-keeping and compliance with clinical standards Ability to treat service users with dignity, respect, and empathy, building constructive therapeutic relationships Understanding of infection control and health & safety reporting procedures Evidence of ongoing professional development since qualification About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often-interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits: Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme - Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years' service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Diversity at Forward Trust The Forward Trust commits to providing opportunities to everyone. We want to ensure we have a diverse team with a range of lived and professional experiences. This includes those with 'Lived Experience' of addiction, offending, or homelessness. When we recruit, we welcome applications from everyone. This is inclusive of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion and/or belief, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity and socio-economic background. Where operationally possible, we will consider flexible working requests and make reasonable adjustments for all roles. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.