Client Local Authority in Newham Job Title Leasehold Programme Manager Pay Rate 53,373 per anum Hours 36 Hours a week(Mon-Fri)9AM-5PM Duration 18 Month Fixed Term Contract Location HYBRID WORKING-2-3 Days in Dockside office,newham Description 1. Purpose of the Role To lead the dedicated Leaseholder Engagement Team responsible for delivering the engagement, communications, consultation, and enforcement-support functions of the Council's Flat Entrance Door (FED) Programme of Replacement across approximately 7,267 leasehold properties Key Responsibilities Programme Coordination and Planning Lead the planning and delivery of the FED Programme engagement workstream, ensuring alignment with overall programme milestones Develop and maintain the programme engagement plan, including phased rollout across high-rise, medium-rise, and low-rise stock Coordinate the team's activities to ensure efficient caseload management across 7,267 properties Monitor programme progress and report monthly to the FED Programme Board on KPIs, risks, and issues Team Management and Supervision Line manage three Leasehold Engagement Officers, including recruitment, induction, supervision, and performance management Allocate caseloads and monitor individual officer workloads to ensure equitable distribution and timely delivery Provide coaching, guidance, and support to team members on complex cases and difficult conversations Conduct regular 1:1 supervision meetings and team meetings to maintain communication and morale Section 20 Consultation Management Oversee the Section 20 consultation process, ensuring all statutory requirements and timescales are met Quality-assure all S20 documentation (Notice of Intention, Notice of Estimates, notification of award) before issue Liaise with Legal Services to ensure consultation materials are legally compliant and defensible Manage the processing of leaseholder observations and contractor nominations Escalation and Complex Case Management Act as the escalation point for complex, disputed, or sensitive cases requiring senior decision-making Handle complaints and formal representations from leaseholders or their representatives Liaise with Legal Services on potential FTT challenges and enforcement proceedings Make decisions on self-replacement opt-out applications where compliance with specification is uncertain Enforcement Protocol Oversight Oversee the initiation of the graduated enforcement protocol (Stages 1-4A) for non-participating leaseholders Ensure adequate evidence and documentation is compiled to support enforcement action Coordinate with Legal Services on breach notices, Section 146 notices, and forfeiture proceedings Essential Criteria Substantial experience in leasehold management, housing management, or a related field Proven experience of managing and supervising a team in a high-volume, target-driven environment Strong knowledge of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, including Section 20 consultation requirements Experience of managing statutory consultation processes with strict legal timescales Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex issues clearly Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Apr 28, 2026
Contractor
Client Local Authority in Newham Job Title Leasehold Programme Manager Pay Rate 53,373 per anum Hours 36 Hours a week(Mon-Fri)9AM-5PM Duration 18 Month Fixed Term Contract Location HYBRID WORKING-2-3 Days in Dockside office,newham Description 1. Purpose of the Role To lead the dedicated Leaseholder Engagement Team responsible for delivering the engagement, communications, consultation, and enforcement-support functions of the Council's Flat Entrance Door (FED) Programme of Replacement across approximately 7,267 leasehold properties Key Responsibilities Programme Coordination and Planning Lead the planning and delivery of the FED Programme engagement workstream, ensuring alignment with overall programme milestones Develop and maintain the programme engagement plan, including phased rollout across high-rise, medium-rise, and low-rise stock Coordinate the team's activities to ensure efficient caseload management across 7,267 properties Monitor programme progress and report monthly to the FED Programme Board on KPIs, risks, and issues Team Management and Supervision Line manage three Leasehold Engagement Officers, including recruitment, induction, supervision, and performance management Allocate caseloads and monitor individual officer workloads to ensure equitable distribution and timely delivery Provide coaching, guidance, and support to team members on complex cases and difficult conversations Conduct regular 1:1 supervision meetings and team meetings to maintain communication and morale Section 20 Consultation Management Oversee the Section 20 consultation process, ensuring all statutory requirements and timescales are met Quality-assure all S20 documentation (Notice of Intention, Notice of Estimates, notification of award) before issue Liaise with Legal Services to ensure consultation materials are legally compliant and defensible Manage the processing of leaseholder observations and contractor nominations Escalation and Complex Case Management Act as the escalation point for complex, disputed, or sensitive cases requiring senior decision-making Handle complaints and formal representations from leaseholders or their representatives Liaise with Legal Services on potential FTT challenges and enforcement proceedings Make decisions on self-replacement opt-out applications where compliance with specification is uncertain Enforcement Protocol Oversight Oversee the initiation of the graduated enforcement protocol (Stages 1-4A) for non-participating leaseholders Ensure adequate evidence and documentation is compiled to support enforcement action Coordinate with Legal Services on breach notices, Section 146 notices, and forfeiture proceedings Essential Criteria Substantial experience in leasehold management, housing management, or a related field Proven experience of managing and supervising a team in a high-volume, target-driven environment Strong knowledge of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, including Section 20 consultation requirements Experience of managing statutory consultation processes with strict legal timescales Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex issues clearly Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Department: Student Welfare Location: Bow, East London (On-site) Type of Contract: Permanent - Part Time - 30hrs per week Shift Pattern: Evenings and Weekends (4-9pm weekdays & 10.00am - 3.00pm Saturdays) GBS is a higher education provider offering a range of sector-relevant courses across ten campuses in London, Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester. Working in partnership with several of the UK's leading higher education providers, we deliver vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in finance, accounting, business, construction, tourism, healthcare, and more. Our Vision: Changing lives through education. What We Do: Supporting students' well-being by offering help with mental health, personal issues, and practical concerns like housing or finances. Providing guidance, crisis support, and promote a safe, inclusive environment to help students succeed both personally and academically. The role: The purpose of this role is to provide guidance and support to GBS students in their learning, wellbeing and engagement throughout their studies. Your key task will be to address student welfare by pastoral support and by guiding students to services appropriate to their needs. GBS Welfare Officers can expect to be among the first members of staff to be approached by students needing assistance with a variety of issues. Welfare officers must know all services and academic programmes offered by GBS, as well as appropriate external agencies and be ready to refer students to appropriate services. The Student Welfare Officer reports into the Student Welfare Manager. Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position. What the role involves: Managing student referrals, alongside the Student Welfare Manager, acting as a link between the Welfare Office, the relevant academic team and relevant internal and external services. Providing pastoral support to students who may be experiencing social or emotional issues. To ensure students with personal learning plans receive the learning accommodations outlined in the plan and that these are addressed in the classroom. Maximising the attendance of students by working alongside the student engagement managers to support students effectively throughout their studies. To provide immediate assistance to students on a drop in and appointment basis. To maintain accurate student welfare records and information and ensure confidential records are held and shared in line with GDPR requirements. To assist with the organisation of health and wellbeing social activities and events for students. What Experience/Skills are required: Bachelor's degree in the relevant area, preferably health related Prior experience in an adjacent or similar role, preferably within higher education. Have knowledge of: - the DDA and SENDA and to know how to implement their guidelines - the JCQ and the range of reasonable adjustments that may apply to students with learning differences and individual needs Experience of working with a range of physical disabilities and specific learning difficulties encountered in mainstream schools such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, attention deficit and Asperger's syndrome. Experience of selecting and using appropriate assessment materials, score results, convert raw scores to derived scores, analyse results, draw conclusions and make recommendations. The ability to discuss student's needs in a sensitive manner and together plan a programme of Additional Support to facilitate outcomes of personal targets and tutor targets. What We Offer: 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays 1-day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days Workplace pension scheme Tuition reimbursement for career development courses Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Techscheme and much more discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more Reward and recognition programme £500 award employee referral scheme Discretionary annual performance bonus GBS supported my development by enrolling me in an external Leadership and Management course, which equipped me with the tools to drive my team towards continued growth and success. Before joining GBS, I did not envision myself as a manager, but I have now found my passion in leadership. - Ebony Bates (Professional Services Employee) GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Department: Student Welfare Location: Bow, East London (On-site) Type of Contract: Permanent - Part Time - 30hrs per week Shift Pattern: Evenings and Weekends (4-9pm weekdays & 10.00am - 3.00pm Saturdays) GBS is a higher education provider offering a range of sector-relevant courses across ten campuses in London, Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester. Working in partnership with several of the UK's leading higher education providers, we deliver vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in finance, accounting, business, construction, tourism, healthcare, and more. Our Vision: Changing lives through education. What We Do: Supporting students' well-being by offering help with mental health, personal issues, and practical concerns like housing or finances. Providing guidance, crisis support, and promote a safe, inclusive environment to help students succeed both personally and academically. The role: The purpose of this role is to provide guidance and support to GBS students in their learning, wellbeing and engagement throughout their studies. Your key task will be to address student welfare by pastoral support and by guiding students to services appropriate to their needs. GBS Welfare Officers can expect to be among the first members of staff to be approached by students needing assistance with a variety of issues. Welfare officers must know all services and academic programmes offered by GBS, as well as appropriate external agencies and be ready to refer students to appropriate services. The Student Welfare Officer reports into the Student Welfare Manager. Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position. What the role involves: Managing student referrals, alongside the Student Welfare Manager, acting as a link between the Welfare Office, the relevant academic team and relevant internal and external services. Providing pastoral support to students who may be experiencing social or emotional issues. To ensure students with personal learning plans receive the learning accommodations outlined in the plan and that these are addressed in the classroom. Maximising the attendance of students by working alongside the student engagement managers to support students effectively throughout their studies. To provide immediate assistance to students on a drop in and appointment basis. To maintain accurate student welfare records and information and ensure confidential records are held and shared in line with GDPR requirements. To assist with the organisation of health and wellbeing social activities and events for students. What Experience/Skills are required: Bachelor's degree in the relevant area, preferably health related Prior experience in an adjacent or similar role, preferably within higher education. Have knowledge of: - the DDA and SENDA and to know how to implement their guidelines - the JCQ and the range of reasonable adjustments that may apply to students with learning differences and individual needs Experience of working with a range of physical disabilities and specific learning difficulties encountered in mainstream schools such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, attention deficit and Asperger's syndrome. Experience of selecting and using appropriate assessment materials, score results, convert raw scores to derived scores, analyse results, draw conclusions and make recommendations. The ability to discuss student's needs in a sensitive manner and together plan a programme of Additional Support to facilitate outcomes of personal targets and tutor targets. What We Offer: 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays 1-day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days Workplace pension scheme Tuition reimbursement for career development courses Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Techscheme and much more discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more Reward and recognition programme £500 award employee referral scheme Discretionary annual performance bonus GBS supported my development by enrolling me in an external Leadership and Management course, which equipped me with the tools to drive my team towards continued growth and success. Before joining GBS, I did not envision myself as a manager, but I have now found my passion in leadership. - Ebony Bates (Professional Services Employee) GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed.
Department: Student Welfare Location: Bow, East London (On-site) Type of Contract: Permanent - Part Time - 30hrs per week Shift Pattern: Evenings and Weekends (4-9pm weekdays & 10.00am - 3.00pm Saturdays) GBS is a higher education provider offering a range of sector-relevant courses across ten campuses in London, Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester. Working in partnership with several of the UK's leading higher education providers, we deliver vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in finance, accounting, business, construction, tourism, healthcare, and more. Our Vision: Changing lives through education. What We Do: Supporting students' well-being by offering help with mental health, personal issues, and practical concerns like housing or finances. Providing guidance, crisis support, and promote a safe, inclusive environment to help students succeed both personally and academically. The role: The purpose of this role is to provide guidance and support to GBS students in their learning, wellbeing and engagement throughout their studies. Your key task will be to address student welfare by pastoral support and by guiding students to services appropriate to their needs. GBS Welfare Officers can expect to be among the first members of staff to be approached by students needing assistance with a variety of issues. Welfare officers must know all services and academic programmes offered by GBS, as well as appropriate external agencies and be ready to refer students to appropriate services. The Student Welfare Officer reports into the Student Welfare Manager. Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position. What the role involves: Managing student referrals, alongside the Student Welfare Manager, acting as a link between the Welfare Office, the relevant academic team and relevant internal and external services. Providing pastoral support to students who may be experiencing social or emotional issues. To ensure students with personal learning plans receive the learning accommodations outlined in the plan and that these are addressed in the classroom. Maximising the attendance of students by working alongside the student engagement managers to support students effectively throughout their studies. To provide immediate assistance to students on a drop in and appointment basis. To maintain accurate student welfare records and information and ensure confidential records are held and shared in line with GDPR requirements. To assist with the organisation of health and wellbeing social activities and events for students. What Experience/Skills are required: Bachelor's degree in the relevant area, preferably health related Prior experience in an adjacent or similar role, preferably within higher education. Have knowledge of: - the DDA and SENDA and to know how to implement their guidelines - the JCQ and the range of reasonable adjustments that may apply to students with learning differences and individual needs Experience of working with a range of physical disabilities and specific learning difficulties encountered in mainstream schools such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, attention deficit and Asperger's syndrome. Experience of selecting and using appropriate assessment materials, score results, convert raw scores to derived scores, analyse results, draw conclusions and make recommendations. The ability to discuss student's needs in a sensitive manner and together plan a programme of Additional Support to facilitate outcomes of personal targets and tutor targets. What We Offer: 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays 1-day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days Workplace pension scheme Tuition reimbursement for career development courses Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Techscheme and much more discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more Reward and recognition programme £500 award employee referral scheme Discretionary annual performance bonus GBS supported my development by enrolling me in an external Leadership and Management course, which equipped me with the tools to drive my team towards continued growth and success. Before joining GBS, I did not envision myself as a manager, but I have now found my passion in leadership. - Ebony Bates (Professional Services Employee) GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Department: Student Welfare Location: Bow, East London (On-site) Type of Contract: Permanent - Part Time - 30hrs per week Shift Pattern: Evenings and Weekends (4-9pm weekdays & 10.00am - 3.00pm Saturdays) GBS is a higher education provider offering a range of sector-relevant courses across ten campuses in London, Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester. Working in partnership with several of the UK's leading higher education providers, we deliver vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in finance, accounting, business, construction, tourism, healthcare, and more. Our Vision: Changing lives through education. What We Do: Supporting students' well-being by offering help with mental health, personal issues, and practical concerns like housing or finances. Providing guidance, crisis support, and promote a safe, inclusive environment to help students succeed both personally and academically. The role: The purpose of this role is to provide guidance and support to GBS students in their learning, wellbeing and engagement throughout their studies. Your key task will be to address student welfare by pastoral support and by guiding students to services appropriate to their needs. GBS Welfare Officers can expect to be among the first members of staff to be approached by students needing assistance with a variety of issues. Welfare officers must know all services and academic programmes offered by GBS, as well as appropriate external agencies and be ready to refer students to appropriate services. The Student Welfare Officer reports into the Student Welfare Manager. Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position. What the role involves: Managing student referrals, alongside the Student Welfare Manager, acting as a link between the Welfare Office, the relevant academic team and relevant internal and external services. Providing pastoral support to students who may be experiencing social or emotional issues. To ensure students with personal learning plans receive the learning accommodations outlined in the plan and that these are addressed in the classroom. Maximising the attendance of students by working alongside the student engagement managers to support students effectively throughout their studies. To provide immediate assistance to students on a drop in and appointment basis. To maintain accurate student welfare records and information and ensure confidential records are held and shared in line with GDPR requirements. To assist with the organisation of health and wellbeing social activities and events for students. What Experience/Skills are required: Bachelor's degree in the relevant area, preferably health related Prior experience in an adjacent or similar role, preferably within higher education. Have knowledge of: - the DDA and SENDA and to know how to implement their guidelines - the JCQ and the range of reasonable adjustments that may apply to students with learning differences and individual needs Experience of working with a range of physical disabilities and specific learning difficulties encountered in mainstream schools such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, attention deficit and Asperger's syndrome. Experience of selecting and using appropriate assessment materials, score results, convert raw scores to derived scores, analyse results, draw conclusions and make recommendations. The ability to discuss student's needs in a sensitive manner and together plan a programme of Additional Support to facilitate outcomes of personal targets and tutor targets. What We Offer: 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays 1-day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days Workplace pension scheme Tuition reimbursement for career development courses Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Techscheme and much more discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more Reward and recognition programme £500 award employee referral scheme Discretionary annual performance bonus GBS supported my development by enrolling me in an external Leadership and Management course, which equipped me with the tools to drive my team towards continued growth and success. Before joining GBS, I did not envision myself as a manager, but I have now found my passion in leadership. - Ebony Bates (Professional Services Employee) GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed.
Department: Student Welfare Location: Bow, East London (On-site) Type of Contract: Permanent - Part Time - 30hrs per week Shift Pattern: Evenings and Weekends (4-9pm weekdays & 10.00am - 3.00pm Saturdays) GBS is a higher education provider offering a range of sector-relevant courses across ten campuses in London, Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester. Working in partnership with several of the UK's leading higher education providers, we deliver vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in finance, accounting, business, construction, tourism, healthcare, and more. Our Vision: Changing lives through education. What We Do: Supporting students' well-being by offering help with mental health, personal issues, and practical concerns like housing or finances. Providing guidance, crisis support, and promote a safe, inclusive environment to help students succeed both personally and academically. The role: The purpose of this role is to provide guidance and support to GBS students in their learning, wellbeing and engagement throughout their studies. Your key task will be to address student welfare by pastoral support and by guiding students to services appropriate to their needs. GBS Welfare Officers can expect to be among the first members of staff to be approached by students needing assistance with a variety of issues. Welfare officers must know all services and academic programmes offered by GBS, as well as appropriate external agencies and be ready to refer students to appropriate services. The Student Welfare Officer reports into the Student Welfare Manager. Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position. What the role involves: Managing student referrals, alongside the Student Welfare Manager, acting as a link between the Welfare Office, the relevant academic team and relevant internal and external services. Providing pastoral support to students who may be experiencing social or emotional issues. To ensure students with personal learning plans receive the learning accommodations outlined in the plan and that these are addressed in the classroom. Maximising the attendance of students by working alongside the student engagement managers to support students effectively throughout their studies. To provide immediate assistance to students on a drop in and appointment basis. To maintain accurate student welfare records and information and ensure confidential records are held and shared in line with GDPR requirements. To assist with the organisation of health and wellbeing social activities and events for students. What Experience/Skills are required: Bachelor's degree in the relevant area, preferably health related Prior experience in an adjacent or similar role, preferably within higher education. Have knowledge of: - the DDA and SENDA and to know how to implement their guidelines - the JCQ and the range of reasonable adjustments that may apply to students with learning differences and individual needs Experience of working with a range of physical disabilities and specific learning difficulties encountered in mainstream schools such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, attention deficit and Asperger's syndrome. Experience of selecting and using appropriate assessment materials, score results, convert raw scores to derived scores, analyse results, draw conclusions and make recommendations. The ability to discuss student's needs in a sensitive manner and together plan a programme of Additional Support to facilitate outcomes of personal targets and tutor targets. What We Offer: 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays 1-day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days Workplace pension scheme Tuition reimbursement for career development courses Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Techscheme and much more discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more Reward and recognition programme £500 award employee referral scheme Discretionary annual performance bonus GBS supported my development by enrolling me in an external Leadership and Management course, which equipped me with the tools to drive my team towards continued growth and success. Before joining GBS, I did not envision myself as a manager, but I have now found my passion in leadership. - Ebony Bates (Professional Services Employee) GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Department: Student Welfare Location: Bow, East London (On-site) Type of Contract: Permanent - Part Time - 30hrs per week Shift Pattern: Evenings and Weekends (4-9pm weekdays & 10.00am - 3.00pm Saturdays) GBS is a higher education provider offering a range of sector-relevant courses across ten campuses in London, Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester. Working in partnership with several of the UK's leading higher education providers, we deliver vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in finance, accounting, business, construction, tourism, healthcare, and more. Our Vision: Changing lives through education. What We Do: Supporting students' well-being by offering help with mental health, personal issues, and practical concerns like housing or finances. Providing guidance, crisis support, and promote a safe, inclusive environment to help students succeed both personally and academically. The role: The purpose of this role is to provide guidance and support to GBS students in their learning, wellbeing and engagement throughout their studies. Your key task will be to address student welfare by pastoral support and by guiding students to services appropriate to their needs. GBS Welfare Officers can expect to be among the first members of staff to be approached by students needing assistance with a variety of issues. Welfare officers must know all services and academic programmes offered by GBS, as well as appropriate external agencies and be ready to refer students to appropriate services. The Student Welfare Officer reports into the Student Welfare Manager. Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position. What the role involves: Managing student referrals, alongside the Student Welfare Manager, acting as a link between the Welfare Office, the relevant academic team and relevant internal and external services. Providing pastoral support to students who may be experiencing social or emotional issues. To ensure students with personal learning plans receive the learning accommodations outlined in the plan and that these are addressed in the classroom. Maximising the attendance of students by working alongside the student engagement managers to support students effectively throughout their studies. To provide immediate assistance to students on a drop in and appointment basis. To maintain accurate student welfare records and information and ensure confidential records are held and shared in line with GDPR requirements. To assist with the organisation of health and wellbeing social activities and events for students. What Experience/Skills are required: Bachelor's degree in the relevant area, preferably health related Prior experience in an adjacent or similar role, preferably within higher education. Have knowledge of: - the DDA and SENDA and to know how to implement their guidelines - the JCQ and the range of reasonable adjustments that may apply to students with learning differences and individual needs Experience of working with a range of physical disabilities and specific learning difficulties encountered in mainstream schools such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, attention deficit and Asperger's syndrome. Experience of selecting and using appropriate assessment materials, score results, convert raw scores to derived scores, analyse results, draw conclusions and make recommendations. The ability to discuss student's needs in a sensitive manner and together plan a programme of Additional Support to facilitate outcomes of personal targets and tutor targets. What We Offer: 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays 1-day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days Workplace pension scheme Tuition reimbursement for career development courses Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Techscheme and much more discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more Reward and recognition programme £500 award employee referral scheme Discretionary annual performance bonus GBS supported my development by enrolling me in an external Leadership and Management course, which equipped me with the tools to drive my team towards continued growth and success. Before joining GBS, I did not envision myself as a manager, but I have now found my passion in leadership. - Ebony Bates (Professional Services Employee) GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed.
Support Worker - Supported Living / Mental Health - £26.9k to £28.8k + allowances + excellent benefits - SE London / Catford This is an opportunity for an experienced Support Worker to join a not-for-profit organisation that provides supported living and supported housing services for vulnerable individuals who have experienced social exclusion, disadvantages or homelessness but have retained the capacity to make independent choices. They work proactively with their partners to support their residents through their journey to independence and social inclusion. The Support Worker will take a person-centred approach and work within a high or medium support service, housing vulnerable adults with enduring mental health and challenging behaviours. The post holder will empower the residents and support them on their journey to independent living, whilst along the way help to make each day of their lives as fulfilling and meaningful as possible. SALARY ETC: £26.9k, reviewed to £28.8k after probation period. Sleep-in allowance when on sleep in shift, of £70 Excellent benefits package that includes; enhanced holidays, healthcare plan and wellness, learning and development, retail discounts, additional leave, events etc. Permanent, full-time role, 37.5 hours/week Various shifts on a rota basis, including day, evening and occasional weekend and sleep-in shifts (allowance paid for sleep-in shifts) South East London / Catford REQUIREMENTS: At least 2 years' experience as a Support Worker within mental health services/supported living services. Experience of providing high dependency support. Experience of working with 10 to 15 clients/caseloads at a time. Must be living in UK, with full rights to work in the UK (No Sponsorship available). Undergraduate degree or vocational qualification in health and social care. Good knowledge of mental health-related illnesses & awareness/experience of supported living. To be aware of the needs of service users of a supported living environment. Great administration and organisation skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in order to communicate appropriately with people at all levels. Self-motivated and able to use own initiative to find solutions. Warm and friendly demeanour with a positive and open-minded attitude. DUTIES TO INCLUDE: Commit to a 24hr premises rota to ensure safety and security of tenants and ensure that unauthorised persons are not permitted into the premises. To be responsible for a caseload of clients and for completing personalised needs and safety assessments, creating person centred support plans and identifying SMART goals with the active involvement of tenants and where possible their relatives and other professionals involved in their support provision. Review needs assessments, risk assessments and support plans regularly. Whilst liaising with Revenues & Benefit Officer, support tenants with welfare benefits and housing options. Manage daily interactions and tenant queries in a way which provides reassurance and understanding. Assist in the reception of tenants, relatives and visitors to the Accommodation and maintain excellent hospitality. Perform routine health, safety, security and surveillance checks to monitor tenant wellbeing. To handle incidents in a calm and professional manner and to fully record and report all occurrences. Ensure tenants are aware of all appointments and accompanied to such appointments if needed. Attend supervision sessions and training and review, external partner agencies. Supporting tenants with social inclusion, and empowering them to be involved in education and employment. To support in clearing and re-furnishing vacancy rooms in preparation for re-letting. To support clients to clean and tidy their rooms where this is an identified area of support.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Support Worker - Supported Living / Mental Health - £26.9k to £28.8k + allowances + excellent benefits - SE London / Catford This is an opportunity for an experienced Support Worker to join a not-for-profit organisation that provides supported living and supported housing services for vulnerable individuals who have experienced social exclusion, disadvantages or homelessness but have retained the capacity to make independent choices. They work proactively with their partners to support their residents through their journey to independence and social inclusion. The Support Worker will take a person-centred approach and work within a high or medium support service, housing vulnerable adults with enduring mental health and challenging behaviours. The post holder will empower the residents and support them on their journey to independent living, whilst along the way help to make each day of their lives as fulfilling and meaningful as possible. SALARY ETC: £26.9k, reviewed to £28.8k after probation period. Sleep-in allowance when on sleep in shift, of £70 Excellent benefits package that includes; enhanced holidays, healthcare plan and wellness, learning and development, retail discounts, additional leave, events etc. Permanent, full-time role, 37.5 hours/week Various shifts on a rota basis, including day, evening and occasional weekend and sleep-in shifts (allowance paid for sleep-in shifts) South East London / Catford REQUIREMENTS: At least 2 years' experience as a Support Worker within mental health services/supported living services. Experience of providing high dependency support. Experience of working with 10 to 15 clients/caseloads at a time. Must be living in UK, with full rights to work in the UK (No Sponsorship available). Undergraduate degree or vocational qualification in health and social care. Good knowledge of mental health-related illnesses & awareness/experience of supported living. To be aware of the needs of service users of a supported living environment. Great administration and organisation skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in order to communicate appropriately with people at all levels. Self-motivated and able to use own initiative to find solutions. Warm and friendly demeanour with a positive and open-minded attitude. DUTIES TO INCLUDE: Commit to a 24hr premises rota to ensure safety and security of tenants and ensure that unauthorised persons are not permitted into the premises. To be responsible for a caseload of clients and for completing personalised needs and safety assessments, creating person centred support plans and identifying SMART goals with the active involvement of tenants and where possible their relatives and other professionals involved in their support provision. Review needs assessments, risk assessments and support plans regularly. Whilst liaising with Revenues & Benefit Officer, support tenants with welfare benefits and housing options. Manage daily interactions and tenant queries in a way which provides reassurance and understanding. Assist in the reception of tenants, relatives and visitors to the Accommodation and maintain excellent hospitality. Perform routine health, safety, security and surveillance checks to monitor tenant wellbeing. To handle incidents in a calm and professional manner and to fully record and report all occurrences. Ensure tenants are aware of all appointments and accompanied to such appointments if needed. Attend supervision sessions and training and review, external partner agencies. Supporting tenants with social inclusion, and empowering them to be involved in education and employment. To support in clearing and re-furnishing vacancy rooms in preparation for re-letting. To support clients to clean and tidy their rooms where this is an identified area of support.
