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Senior Support Worker We have a fantastic new job opportunity to join our team at PA Ark Projects Ltd & Salisbury Support Services for a Senior Support Worker with adult social care experience and a person-centred approach, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs in supported living services. If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Support Worker, Team Leader, Care Team Leader, Senior Care Assistant, Senior Carer, Residential Support Worker, Supported Living Support Worker, Learning Disabilities Support Worker, Autism Support Worker, Social Care Team Leader CAREER DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE SALARY: £13.79 to £14.07 per Hour, depending on skills and qualifications (pay review pending) + Benefits LOCATION: Merston, Chichester and Bognor Regis, West Sussex JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: Services operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, with a variety of shift patterns, including shifts of up to 13 hours, alternate weekends, some Bank Holiday working and sleep-in duties JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Senior Support Worker who is ready to take the next step into a leadership role while continuing to provide hands-on, person-centred support. Working as the Senior Support Worker you will support adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs to live fulfilling, independent lives within their own homes. As the Senior Support Worker you will lead shifts, mentor colleagues, support operational decisions and help ensure high-quality care is delivered across the service. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys leading by example, encouraging independence and helping people achieve the things that matter most to them. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Applications are welcomed from people of all backgrounds, and the organisation is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. DUTIES Your duties as the Senior Support Worker include: Lead Shifts: Ensure high standards of care are maintained across each shift Provide Person-Centred Support: Support adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs to live fulfilling and independent lives Encourage Independence: Help individuals make choices, develop life skills and achieve personal goals Promote Positive Behaviour Support: Support person-centred practice and positive approaches across the service Mentor Colleagues: Coach and support team members, helping them develop skills and confidence Complete Supervisions: Carry out staff supervisions and contribute to day-to-day team development Support Service Planning: Assist with rotas, shift planning and the smooth running of the service Follow Care Procedures: Ensure support plans, medication procedures, policies and risk assessments are followed Maintain Accurate Records: Complete daily records and documentation clearly and accurately Support Quality Improvement: Work with the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager to help improve service quality Build Positive Relationships: Liaise with families, professionals and external agencies Champion Inclusion: Help create a culture where kindness, respect, teamwork and inclusion are central to the service CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL Previous experience supporting adults in a social care setting A genuine commitment to person-centred support Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills Calm, approachable and confident when working under pressure Full UK Manual Driving Licence Right to work in the UK Fluent English Able to work flexibly, including alternate weekends, some Bank Holidays, sleep-in duties and shifts of up to 13 hours DESIRABLE Experience supporting people with learning disabilities and / or autism Experience leading shifts, supervising staff or working as a Senior Support Worker or Team Leader Level 3 RQF / Diploma in Health & Social Care, Adult Care or equivalent, or willingness to work towards one BENEFITS Competitive hourly pay of £13.79 to £14.07 per hour, Pay Review Pending Sleep-in opportunities 28 days annual leave including Bank Holidays, plus your birthday off Fully funded induction, training and ongoing professional development Opportunity to complete the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management, subject to eligibility Blue Light Card membership Employee Assistance Programme Free Enhanced DBS Free parking Casual dress Referral bonus scheme Staff recognition initiatives and employee discounts Friendly, supportive management team Genuine opportunities to progress into Deputy Manager and Registered Manager positions NO AGENCIES PLEASE HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. JOB REF: AWDO-P14960 This job is being advertised by AWD online on behalf of PA Ark Projects Ltd & Salisbury Support Services AWD-IN-SPJ

Service Manager Supported Living - Learning Disabilities and Complex Needs Are you an experienced Care Manager / Service Manager / Deputy Manager with a background in managing care services for adults with learning or physical disabilities with complex care needs? Do you want to work for a company that support their staff well with competitive salaries, industry-leading benefits, well-resourced services, work/life balance and a supportive working environment? If so, we're recruiting for a Service Manager role that might be right up your street! As a Service Manager of this supported living service for adults with complex needs, your focus will be on delivering exactly what you came into care to do managing quality focused services that truly enrich the lives of the people you are there for. This is a charity who pull out all the stops to ensure that people they support are able to lead full and flourishing lives. Salary and Benefits £32,864 per annum 25 days leave plus bank holidays which increases after 5 years service Occupational sick pay scheme (after probationary) Employee assistance and well-being programme, Rewards and recognition scheme Gift Vouchers Pension Life assurance Career-enhancing training The Service Manager Role Your focus is on supporting and managing the teams who deliver care within the supported living service and ensuring that high-quality person centred support is consistently provided. Take responsibility for the development and implementation of systems and processes within the service Ensuring through auditing that all care documentation is up to date and is reflective of each individual s needs Dealing with any safeguarding Ensure that when people s care needs change that they are re-assessed, and new contracts put in place to meet people s needs. Work with your manager to develop and grow the service Deputise in the absence of the Complex Care Manager About you You ll need to be an experienced Deputy Manager / Supported Living Manager / Service Manager of a regulated care service before - such as a care home or supported living service. You ll be driven by a passion to deliver services for people with learning disabilities and physical disabilities that are truly-person centred and make a difference to people s lives. Ideally, you ll hold QCF level 5 qualification in Leadership of Social Care but if not, as long as you are willing to work towards it, we can consider you. You ll be able to demonstrate a good knowledge of CQC standards, and legislation relevant to managing social care. Interested? To be considered for the Service Manager role, please click apply to submit your CV to Laura at Thendon Resourcing and we ll be in touch within 1-2 business days to discuss your application. Please don t delay getting your application across - we are looking to interview for this role ASAP

We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Senior Recovery Worker to play a pivotal role in our Mental Health and Complex Needs Service in Tower Hamlets. Sounds great, what will I be doing? Tower Hamlets Supported Living Services are intended for service users with a mental health need some of whom have multiple and/ or enduring needs such as dual diagnosis. With an emphasis on supporting the transition for service users who may have had a significant admission to institutional care, the service has a strong focus on supporting service users with their journey towards recovery and independence. Tower Hamlets Supported Living Services support service users most disabled by their mental ill-health. Service users presently residing in Tower Hamlets Supported Living Services are provided with intensive support for their complex needs. Cannon Street Road is a 24-7 service catering for individuals with complex needs (mental health and/or dual diagnosis and/or neurodivergence needs and/or physical health issues etc). The project has 20 units. The service delivery is strength based, recovery oriented and co-productive and person centered. The Dual-Diagnosis Lead will provide excellent quality dual diagnosis support; through assessment, support planning, coaching and motivational interviewing to service users who have drug/ alcohol and mental health concerns to ensure they move forward in their recovery journey. They will support the Service Manager to lead the running of this service and delivery outcomes configured by the local authority, Tower Hamlets. The role involves providing expert support on complex cases, mentoring and supervising Recovery Workers and students, and contributing to a high-performing, person-centred team. Responsibilities include line management duties, quality assurance through auditing, and leading the implementation of co-production strategies. The post-holder will work collaboratively with stakeholders, promote inclusion, and ensure services comply with all relevant legislation and policies. Additional duties include supporting recruitment, assessments, tenancy processes, and fostering continuous professional development and team wellbeing. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. The ideal candidate has at least one year of experience in the health, social care, or voluntary sector, with a background in managing people and supporting individuals with mental health issues, complex needs, and dual diagnoses. They have worked in high-pressure, challenging environments and are skilled in supporting both service users and staff facing vulnerabilities. The candidate demonstrates strong communication and partnership-building abilities across sectors, is confident using Microsoft Office programs (PowerPoint, Excel, Word), and excels in time management, delegation, and establishing effective processes and guidelines. Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.

Joining our Older Adults Team as a qualified and experienced Social Worker, you'll be innovative, person-centred and committed to working in a strengths-based way. You'll enjoy working in a team that thrives on supporting each other, sharing experiences and learnings to encourage continuous improvement. We have varied experience and backgrounds across the team, with regular opportunities for training and ongoing development. What you'll be doing: Conducting comprehensive assessments of individuals' needs and available support. Managing a complex caseload whilst providing supervision for Case Workers and Senior Case Workers and practice advice on complex cases. Triaging safeguarding referrals and make informed decisions. Building positive and professional relationships. What we're looking for: Social Work qualification and registered with Social Work England (SWE). Due to the needs of the team, we're unable to consider Newly Qualified Social Workers for this post. A sound understanding of how to apply a strengths-based approach. Understanding of social work issues, legal frameworks and social services' statutory duties. Commitment to demonstrating our values and behaviours, showing compassion, empathy and respect. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Why join us? Excellent Practice Validation: Progress to a Senior Social Worker role through our Excellent Practice Validation programme. Our Senior Social Workers are paid a market supplement of £3,000 per annum. Professional development: Continuous learning and supportive supervision. Work-life balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life. Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Other job titles you may be searching for may include: Newly Qualified Social Worker, Welfare Worker, Social Services, Case Manager, Social Work Practitioner.

At MSV Housing, we're committed to making sure our customers have safe, high-quality homes, and our ICT Business Partners are key to making this happen. We are looking to recruit an experienced ICT professional with strong stakeholder engagement, business analysis and problem-solving skills to join our established team. Reporting to the ICT Business Partner Manager, our ICT Business Partners provide expert support and partnership working to align technology, systems and processes with business needs across our Homes services, driving continuous improvement, successful project delivery and enhanced customer outcomes. In addition, we are looking for candidates that have a passion to advocate on behalf of people and communities. What do our ICT Business Partners do; Build strong partnerships with business stakeholders to understand operational needs, identify opportunities for improvement, and support the delivery of digital and system enhancement plans. Support the implementation, administration, testing and continuous improvement of housing management systems, mobile applications and other core business systems. Assist in the delivery of ICT and business change projects, ensuring solutions are implemented within agreed scope, timescales and quality standards. Work collaboratively with ICT teams to resolve system issues, apply upgrades and patches, maintain system performance, and minimise disruption to services. Ensure compliance with data protection, security and governance requirements, maintaining accurate documentation and promoting continuous service improvement principles. What we are looking for; We're looking for an experienced ICT professional who can build strong partnerships across the business and help drive system and process improvements. You'll have a proven ability to support and enhance business applications, deliver change initiatives, and provide excellent customer service. Strong communication, problem-solving and organisational skills are essential, alongside a proactive approach to continuous improvement and a passion for delivering technology solutions that improve outcomes for customers and colleagues. To be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate: Experience supporting, administering, or implementing ICT systems and business applications. Experience delivering ICT projects, system improvements, or business change initiatives. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and understand business requirements. Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, supported by a high level of IT literacy. The ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and deliver outcomes in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication and customer service skills, with a commitment to providing an excellent user experience. Experience working collaboratively as part of a team while contributing ideas for continuous improvement and innovation. A commitment to data security, confidentiality, equality, diversity, and delivering services in line with organisational values. We're committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. As this job is based within our property care team where you ll be entering the homes of our customers, a basic criminal records background check (free of charge to you) is required. A criminal conviction does not necessarily stop you from working with us. All decisions regarding convictions will be made on a case-by-case basis. Further detail on our commitment to safeguarding young people can be found in our Safeguarding policy attached alongside this vacancy s candidate pack. We offer a range of great benefits including: Flexibility on where you work with home working kit provided 33 days holiday per year plus bank holidays, and a holiday a buy scheme Company pension scheme with up to 10% matched contributions Company funded access to a health cash plan, where you can claim back costs of everyday health treatments such as optical, dental and much more Enhanced sick pay with up to 3 months full pay and 3 months half pay Health and Wellbeing Support including an employee assistance programme, free counselling, mental health first aiders and numerous wellbeing initiatives Life assurance subject to being a member of our company pension scheme Learning and development to support you to develop the skills you need to fulfil your role and progress in your career Commitment to Equality and Inclusion with employee network groups covering anti-racism, LGBTQ+, disability and long-term health conditions, carers, and menopause MSV are committed to Equality and Inclusion all applications are scored against the essential criteria of the role; however, we encourage candidates to submit an ammonised CV if they can do so. MSV are also committed to supporting you to balance work and life, including with any caring or parental responsibilities you might have, and have a range of flexible working options and wellbeing support available to all colleagues to facilitate this. For more information about the role please visit our careers page where you will find a candidate pack and apply for the role. (url removed)> If you wish to discuss the roles informally, please contact John Paul Petryczuk, Head of ICT - (url removed) Interviews are scheduled to take on Friday 18th September however interviews may be carried out throughout the recruitment process and the role closed if a suitable candidate is found. Therefore, we strongly recommend candidates to apply early. We re passionate about inclusion and we d love to hear from people from diverse backgrounds for this role. If you are not sure whether you meet our requirements for this role, but want to apply. Go ahead. We will decide whether or not you are what we are looking for.

Registered Manager - Care at Home Location: Aberdeen Salary: £30,147.38 - £36,264.07 per year + OTE Bonus Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Join our team as a Registered Manager in Aberdeen, where you will lead and expand our Care Inspectorate-approved Care at Home services. This role is ideal for someone ambitious, ready to drive growth, and committed to delivering high-quality care. Day-to-day of the role: Operational Management: Act as the Registered Manager with the Care Inspectorate. Ensure compliance with all regulatory and safeguarding requirements. Lead the recruitment, induction, supervision, and development of care staff. Oversee care planning, risk assessments, quality audits, and service delivery. Manage complaints, incidents, and inspections effectively. Business Development: Build and maintain relationships with Social Work teams, NHS services, hospitals, GP practices, and care brokers. Generate new business and secure care packages. Conduct care assessments and manage client enquiries. Represent the company at networking and community events. Support local marketing activities and maintain online business profiles. Required Skills & Qualifications: SVQ Level 4 Health & Social Care and Leadership & Management for Care Services (SCQF Level 9) or equivalent. Eligibility for SSSC Manager Registration. Proven management experience within a Care at Home/Domiciliary Care service. Strong understanding of Care Inspectorate requirements. Experience in business development, sales, or client acquisition. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle. PVG for Regulated Work with Adults. Proficiency in IT and experience using electronic care systems. Benefits: Competitive salary with a performance-related bonus. Mileage allowance. Laptop and mobile phone provided. Paid SSSC registration. Pension scheme. 28 days annual leave. Opportunities for career progression and professional development. Engage in a role that offers the chance to build and grow a successful care service with full support To apply for the Registered Manager position, please submit your CV

We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Senior Recovery Worker to play a pivotal role in our Mental Health service in Brent. Sounds great, what will I be doing? In this role, you will manage a caseload of clients requiring mental health crisis de-escalation, early intervention, and preventative support, including complex and high-risk cases. You will undertake risk assessments, develop safety plans, and work closely with external agencies to ensure effective care coordination and positive outcomes. Acting as a senior point of support, you will guide Recovery Workers, Peer Support Workers, volunteers, and students on placement, while leading shifts in the absence of the Service Manager. You will build strong partnerships with NHS and community services, deliver group programmes, contribute to service improvement initiatives, monitor quality standards, and support recruitment, training, and ongoing service development activities. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. You will need substantial experience supporting individuals with mental health difficulties, dual diagnosis, and complex needs, alongside a proven ability to manage high-risk cases, coordinate multi-agency interventions, and contribute to effective risk assessment and safety planning. You will have a strong understanding of trauma-informed practice, recovery-focused approaches, safeguarding, and relevant mental health legislation, including the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act. Experience providing guidance, coaching, or informal supervision to colleagues, students, volunteers, or peer staff is essential. You should demonstrate excellent communication and partnership-building skills, with the confidence to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals, local authorities, crisis services, and community organisations in fast-paced environments. Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Specialist Homelessness Prevention Coordinator to play a pivotal role in our Single Homeless Person Service in London . Sounds great, what will I be doing? In this role, you will take ownership of a caseload of individuals at risk of homelessness, delivering proactive and outcome-focused interventions that prevent homelessness and support sustainable housing solutions. Working in a fast-paced environment, you will be responsible for achieving service targets, monitoring performance against key outcomes, and ensuring statutory duties are met within required timescales. Using your specialist knowledge of housing and homelessness legislation, including the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, you will carry out detailed housing assessments, identify barriers to housing stability, and develop practical, co-produced Personal Housing Plans that drive measurable results. You will actively negotiate with landlords, housing providers, local authorities and partner agencies to secure accommodation and prevent tenancy breakdown wherever possible. The role requires strong case management and excellent organisational skills, as you will manage competing priorities, maintain accurate records, and ensure all actions are progressed promptly. You will be expected to monitor outcomes, track performance, and contribute towards contractual and service KPI delivery, ensuring that intervention targets are consistently achieved. You will build and maintain effective partnerships across the housing sector, welfare services and community organisations, identifying opportunities that improve housing outcomes for clients. Success in this role will require persistence, resilience and a solution-focused mindset, with a strong emphasis on achieving positive move-on outcomes and reducing homelessness across the service. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. The ideal candidate will have knowledge, experience or relevant qualifications relating to housing and homelessness legislation, including the Homelessness Reduction Act, private rented sector housing, eviction processes, welfare benefits and tenants' rights. They will understand the causes of homelessness and have experience delivering effective interventions that achieve tangible outcomes for individuals facing housing challenges. You will be comfortable working within a highly target-driven environment, managing a busy and demanding caseload while balancing multiple priorities and competing deadlines. You will be motivated by achieving results, able to monitor your own performance against service targets, and committed to delivering high-quality outcomes within required timescales. We are looking for someone with strong influencing and negotiation skills who can build productive relationships with landlords, housing providers, local authorities and other key stakeholders. You will be commercially aware in your approach, confident presenting housing solutions, and able to overcome barriers to secure positive housing outcomes for clients. The successful candidate will be highly organised, self-motivated and confident working independently with a high level of autonomy. They will have excellent IT skills, experience maintaining accurate case records and databases, and the ability to analyse information and make informed decisions quickly. Most importantly, you will be resilient, proactive and outcome-focused, with a genuine passion for preventing homelessness and helping individuals access and sustain suitable accommodation. Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

Assistant Facilities Manager About the role: We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Assistant Facilities Manager to join our friendly support team. This is an office-based role providing essential administrative and coordination support to ensure our care homes remain safe, compliant, well-maintained, and welcoming for our residents, visitors, and colleagues. Working closely with the facilities team and our care home teams, you will help coordinate planned and reactive maintenance, manage contractor communications and maintain compliance records. Key Responsibilities: Coordinate planned and reactive maintenance requests across multiple care homes. Liaise with contractors to arrange visits, obtain quotations, and monitor completion of works. Maintain accurate compliance records and facilities documentation. Update facilities management systems and maintain accurate records. Respond to enquiries from care homes and provide timely support. Assist with reporting, audits, and departmental projects. Help ensure maintenance issues are resolved efficiently and communicated effectively. Benefits of working with Runwood Homes: 28 days Paid Holiday Pension Scheme Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members Opportunities to progress your career within the company Free, on-site parking About you: We're looking for someone who is: Highly organised with excellent attention to detail. A confident communicator with a friendly and professional approach. Experienced in administration within a facilities, property, maintenance, or similar environment (desirable). Comfortable managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Excel, and Word. Able to work independently while being a supportive member of the wider team. Committed to delivering excellent customer service to both internal and external stakeholders. About Runwood Homes: Established in 1987, Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of 57 homes across England. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents. At Runwood Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents. As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Balance Education are currently working with a client based in Derby that is looking for an Academy Administrator. Our client is a specialist automotive training/apprenticeship provider. As the Academy Administrator, you will be accountable for ensuring learners are communicated to a week before they are due to attend their block training. Managing and maintaining learning records whilst checking the accuracy and completion of learning events for all apprentices who attend the Academy. To ensure compliance and quality standards are achieved, in a timely manner whilst carrying out receptionist duties for learners, being the face of the business and the first point of contact for the learners to support them on their journey with the academy. Maintaining the relationship and managing internal booking system, joining instructions, contact between the Hotel management, answering all queries and actioning within a timely manner, occasional requirement to travel to the hotel. Package:- - Salary - 26,227 - 25 days annual leave - Pension Essential experience and qualifications:- - Educated to GCSE level grade C or above including Maths & English (or equivalent) - Computer Skills - Experience of carrying out a variety of administrative/reception tasks to a high standard - Experience of answering front line queries from staff and managers and offering guidance and support. Referring more complex queries where necessary. - Experience of delivering a high standard of Customer Service within a busy team - Experience of using your time management skills to work under pressure and to tight deadlines with the ability to plan and organise - Microsoft Office Skills - Understanding of administration processes - Excellent verbal and telephone skills with outstanding attention to detail and accuracy Job Description:- - Actively contribute to maintenance of a professional and welcoming environment within all our centres - Identify learners with additional/learning support needs and ensure relevant tutor is aware - Leading apprentice delivery in the Academy - Support academy tutors to secure reflective learning accounts from learners following each block/learning event. - Approve block reports & learning activities within 24 hours - Booking and maintaining the systems via Hospitality Guaranteed - Making contact with learners a week prior to them attending block training to minimise any cancellations - Manage any prior cancellations and look to re schedule the learner on the next available block - Monitor & report on learner attendance in block & virtual sessions - Provide invigilation support when required - Cover reception duties for all learners (i.e. lunches, holidays) - Maintain security by following procedures and controlling access (monitor logbook, issue visitor badges). - Answer, screen and forward any incoming phone calls while providing basic information when needed - Update and maintain relevant documentation relating to the company compliance department - Supporting the wider team with any administration duties where necessary. - Creating and streamlining academy processes alongside line manager - Any additional duties as a reasonable request - Contribute to the sharing of good practice and support continuous improvement throughout the Company - Promote a positive image of the Company and all the services it delivers - Any other duties reasonably requested by the line manager - Promote welfare and health and safety in the workplace upskilling knowledge regarding Safeguarding, British Values, Prevent and Equality & Diversity Balance Education Limited is committed to safeguarding and look for applicants to share this commitment. This role may involve work with under 18's or vulnerable adults. Successful applicants are subject to thorough vetting and screening checks. Balance Education Limited acts as an Employment Agency for permanent workers and an Employment Business for temporary workers.

Head of Finance £70,000 - £75,000 a year - Full-timeMonday-Friday, 9am-5pmOffice based position, with free parking on-siteHybrid working (1 day per week) available after 3-6 months Our client on the outskirts of Colchester are seeking a Head of Finance to join the senior team at a very exciting time for the business. The Head of Finance will provide strategic and operational leadership of the finance function, ensuring the business remains financially robust, commercially focused and well governed. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, this position will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Managing Director and operational leaders to shape strategy, support sustainable growth and provide financial insight. Key duties: Develop and deliver the financial strategy, aligned to corporate objectives and long-term business plans Provide strategic financial advice to the Chief Executive, Managing Director, Board and Senior Leadership Team Lead financial modelling and scenario planning to support growth, investment and service development Monitor developments within the adult social care sector and advise on the financial impact of changes in commissioning, funding and regulation Lead the annual budgeting and long-term financial planning processes Develop and lead an annual strategy for fee uplifts, using financial analysis, market intelligence and bench-marking to support negotiations with local authorities, NHS commissioners and other funding bodies Produce accurate monthly management accounts, forecasts, cash flow projections and performance analysis Monitor financial performance, identifying emerging risks and opportunities Work with operational managers to improve budget management and financial accountability Prepare high-quality financial reports, forecasts and business cases for the Board Present complex financial information clearly to support informed decision-making Support the Board in meeting its governance responsibilities through robust financial reporting, assurance and risk management Lead the financial appraisal, modelling and due diligence of acquisitions, mergers and new services Work with external advisers throughout acquisition processes. Support post-acquisition integration, ensuring effective financial controls, reporting and performance monitoring Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, accounting standards and regulatory obligations Lead the preparation of statutory accounts and manage the external audit process Oversee tax, VAT, payroll and statutory reporting requirements Monitor occupancy, staffing costs, agency spend and service profitability Oversee cash flow, working capital and banking arrangements Ensure effective debtor management and income collection Lead the development of finance systems, reporting and internal processes Promote automation and technology to improve efficiency and reporting capability Lead, develop and motivate the finance team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture Candidate requirements: Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA). Can consider QBE Evidence of continuing professional development Significant experience in a senior finance leadership role Adult social care, healthcare or another regulated sector would be a strong advantage Experience reporting to Boards or Trustees and presenting strategic financial information Strong track record in budgeting, forecasting, statutory reporting and financial control Experience managing external audit and regulatory compliance Financial modelling, business planning and commercial decision support Experience supporting acquisitions, organisational growth or major business change Experience leading and developing finance teams Huntress does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. PLEASE NOTE! You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to your situation before applying for any jobs. We are acting as a Recruitment Business in relation to this role.

Are you a qualified and experienced social worker looking for a new challenge? Are you looking for a step up in your career or just a new challenge? Look no further Randstad are recruiting for Qualified Social Workers to join Argyll and Bute Council as a Team Manager for their Adult Service.This is a full time role offering a fantastic competitive pay rate. Benefits: Hybrid working Competitive rates of pay Mileage reimbursement Supervision Weekly pay One committed and dedicated point of contact An unlimited referrals incentive, giving you a £300 voucher for anyone you refer to us (T&Cs apply) A full range of free training available Access to 100s of discounts through the Hapi App Free healthcare, medical and financial advice available Responsibilities: Directly managing the screening, allocation, and prioritization of casework for social work practitioners. Providing regular, high-quality professional supervision and annual Performance Development Reviews (PDRs) to ensure staff adhere to Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) codes of practice. Managing a delegated budget and ensuring the efficient use of resources like CareFirst (the primary social work information system) and Pyramid (for performance monitoring). Acting as a key decision-maker in safeguarding processes, ensuring that statutory duties under the Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 are met. Providing leadership on high-profile or complex cases involving the Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act and Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act. Identifying, managing, and escalating organizational and individual risks. This includes ensuring staff are trained in risk assessment and health and safety. Working closely with health practitioners (nurses, GPs, OTs) to provide seamless "joined-up" care. Building relationships with external providers, including the voluntary sector and private care homes, to ensure service availability in rural localities. Contributing to the HSCP's goal of reducing emergency hospital admissions and facilitating "delayed discharge" (helping people move from hospital back to community care safely). Ensuring all team activities meet the national standards set by the Care Inspectorate and Healthcare Improvement Scotland (HIS). Using data to monitor team performance, timeliness, and responsiveness to improve the "customer journey." Investigating and resolving complaints from service users or carers in line with council and NHS policies. Requirements: Social Work Degree SSSC registration PVG Experience: Adults Senior/Management If you have any further questions, or wish to apply for this role then please contact Hannah on or . Otherwise Apply Below and I will be in touch soon. Are you thinking about a change in your career but not sure about this role? Whether you are an existing candidate, new to the locum market and are exploring some options or looking for a new permanent role, we have several exciting opportunities with competitive pay & flexibility. If you wish to discuss this further please contact me on the details above. Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.

Do you want to support people with mental health issues in a moment of crisis? Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress? If you can embody our values of Hope, Courage, Togetherness, and Responsiveness , and want to help others build resilience and manage their wellbeing, we d love to hear from you. Crisis Café / Helpline Support Worker Reference: 374 Responsible to: Crisis Cafe/Helpline Coordinator Contract: Permanent Hours: 22.5hrs (3 evenings) or 30hrs (4 evenings) Work Pattern: 17 30, working across a 7-day flexible rota including some weekends Salary: £26,000, increased to £26,775 following successful probation (pro-rata for part-time) Working base: Stevenage - expectation to travel across all Cafe sites where necessary (Watford, Stevenage, Ware and Hatfield) About the Role To be a key member of the staff team delivering the Nightlight Mental Health Crisis Services. Taking part in a rota covering 7 days per week, ensuring the delivery of high-quality crisis support, and instilling Hertfordshire Mind Network s values throughout the Crisis Cafe/Helpline services. Working closely with other staff such as the Service Manager, Team Leads, Coordinators, Support Workers and volunteers in order to ensure services are of the highest quality and to support the continued growth and development of the service. About the Service Hertfordshire Mind Network s Nightlight Service (Cafés, Helpline, 24/7 Crisis House, A&E Liaison service and Daylight provision) is proud to provide urgent support, crisis intervention, and emotional support to people experiencing a mental health crisis in Hertfordshire as an alternative to statutory pathways. We provide support to adults across Hertfordshire 7 days a week, 365 days a year through our Helpline, Cafes and 24/7 Crisis House. We aim to provide a safe space for people in crisis to talk and feel supported, be listened to without judgement, access relevant support with problem solving and facilitate access to external services when necessary. As a member of our diverse team, you will work closely with service users in crisis, by using a person-centred approach to ensure that everyone is supported with dignity and respect. By honouring the individual experience of each service user, we are able to respect their autonomy as well as encourage and facilitate positive steps towards management of crisis and recovery. The objectives of Hertfordshire Mind Network s (HMN) Nightlight Mental Health Crisis Services are: To improve the mental and emotional wellbeing of people experiencing a mental health crisis in Hertfordshire. To provide 24/7 support for individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. To increase early access to help for people experiencing a mental health crisis in Hertfordshire, by providing a clear and effective pathway to other services provided by HMN and other third sector and statutory providers. To remain a source of independent support for all clients. To provide an alternative pathway to people in distress and crisis to support better outcomes and reduce the demand on statutory crisis services and emergency services. We offer: Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising in increments to a max. of 29 days after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays) An additional day of leave each year for your birthday following completion of probation period. Ongoing training relevant to your role. An Employee Assistance Programme. Health cover (after 6 months employment) compensation payment for Optical, Dental, Chiropody and Therapy Treatments. Closing date: 21st August 2026 Interview date: Early September, at Watford Wellbeing Centre N.B: Please quote reference number 374 when completing your application for this role. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs. Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. Our inclusive approach recognises the unique skills, knowledge, and perspectives that lived experience brings to our team. No agencies please.

Operations Manager - Residential Care Homes Location: Worthing, Havant & Southampton Salary: Up to 55,000 per annum + Car Allowance + Performance Bonus + Private Medical Insurance Contract: Full Time Permanent Are you an experienced Operations Manager looking to join an ambitious care provider where you'll genuinely influence the future of the business? We're recruiting on behalf of a growing, privately owned care group seeking an Operations Manager to oversee a portfolio of three residential care homes across the South Coast. This is a fantastic opportunity to join the business at an exciting stage of its growth, with further acquisitions planned and genuine opportunities to progress as the organisation expands. Reporting directly to the owner, you'll play a key role in supporting three Registered Managers, driving quality, strengthening governance and ensuring each home delivers outstanding care whilst achieving strong commercial performance. The portfolio currently consists of: 30-bed Residential Care Home in Worthing 26-bed Residential Care Home in Southampton 40-bed Residential Care Home in Havant With a newly acquired home joining the group, you'll play a key role in supporting its integration, improving standards where required and helping create consistency across the wider portfolio. The Role As Operations Manager, you'll become the owner's trusted operational partner, taking responsibility for the day-to-day oversight of the homes while supporting the business as it continues to grow. Key Responsibilities Support, coach and develop three Registered Managers across the portfolio. Drive high standards of care, governance and regulatory compliance. Lead internal audits, quality assurance visits and mock CQC inspections. Ensure homes achieve and maintain Good or Outstanding CQC ratings. Support the turnaround and improvement of a newly acquired residential home. Monitor occupancy, staffing levels, agency usage and financial performance. Manage complaints, safeguarding concerns and operational challenges. Build strong relationships with Local Authorities, healthcare professionals and external stakeholders. Develop systems and processes that support future business growth. Reduce the owner's day-to-day operational workload, allowing greater focus on acquisitions and strategic development. Potential opportunity to become the organisation's Nominated Individual, depending on experience. About You We're looking for someone who has a proven track record of delivering operational improvements within adult social care. You'll ideally have: Previous experience as an Operations Manager, Regional Support Manager or multi-site leader within residential elderly care. Alternatively, be an exceptional Registered Manager ready to step into your first regional position. Excellent knowledge of CQC regulations, governance and quality assurance. Experience improving care quality and supporting underperforming services. Strong commercial awareness with experience managing budgets, occupancy and agency spend. A collaborative leadership style with the ability to support and develop Registered Managers. Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (or equivalent). Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly between services. Why Join? This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of an expanding care provider. Rather than joining a large corporate organisation, you'll work closely with an engaged owner who is committed to growing the business through future acquisitions. As the portfolio expands, so too will your responsibility, career progression and earning potential. Salary & Benefits Up to 55,000 per annum. Performance-related annual bonus. Car allowance. Private medical insurance. Company pension scheme.

Your new company Our client is a growing provider of supported housing and community-based support services, helping individuals with a range of needs to live independently and access the services they require. Due to continued growth, they are creating a new role to strengthen quality, compliance and service improvement across the organisation. Your new role Internal Auditor / Quality & Compliance Officer - Salary: Circa £45,000 + Benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and analytical professional to join a growing organisation in a newly created role. Due to continued expansion, the organisation is seeking an independent and commercially minded individual to review services, identify improvements, and drive best practice across the business. The Role Working closely with senior leaders and operational managers, you will spend the first 6-12 months conducting a detailed review of services, processes and procedures across the organisation. Initially focusing on Mental Health and Supported Housing services, you will gather feedback from service users, analyse operational data, evaluate existing practices and identify opportunities for improvement. This role requires someone who can challenge constructively, ask insightful questions and provide objective recommendations that enhance service delivery, compliance and operational effectiveness. Over time, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to help design and implement the organisation's internal audit and quality assurance framework. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive reviews of operational processes and service delivery. Engage with service users and stakeholders to gather feedback and identify improvement opportunities. Analyse data, trends and performance information to support recommendations. Review compliance against regulatory and quality standards. Produce detailed reports and present findings to senior management. Provide constructive challenge and independent oversight across services. Support continuous improvement initiatives and organisational development. Assist in the development of internal audit programmes and quality assurance frameworks. About You The ideal candidate will have experience within social care, supported housing, healthcare, compliance, quality assurance or internal audit environments and be confident in engaging with stakeholders at all levels.Essential Experience Understanding of Supported Housing and/or Supported Accommodation services. Knowledge of adult safeguarding procedures. Experience within social care, housing, healthcare or regulated environments. Strong analytical and investigative skills. Experience reviewing processes, procedures and service delivery. Ability to communicate findings and recommendations effectively. Confident, influencing and challenging professionally whilst maintaining positive working relationships. Strong report writing and stakeholder engagement skills. Previous Internal Audit, Quality Assurance or Compliance experience. Desirable Experience Experience working with CQC-regulated services. Background within a regulatory, inspection or governance setting. Experience developing audit programmes or quality frameworks. Experience working for a regulatory or oversight body. What's on Offer The opportunity to shape a brand-new role. Significant exposure to senior leadership teams. The chance to make a real impact on service quality and operational effectiveness. Long-term career development within a growing organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a keen eye for detail, a passion for continuous improvement and the confidence to provide independent, objective analysis within a highly regulated environment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company Our client is a growing provider of supported housing and community-based support services, helping individuals with a range of needs to live independently and access the services they require. Due to continued growth, they are creating a new role to strengthen quality, compliance and service improvement across the organisation. Your new role Internal Auditor / Quality & Compliance Officer - Salary: Circa 45,000 + Benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and analytical professional to join a growing organisation in a newly created role. Due to continued expansion, the organisation is seeking an independent and commercially minded individual to review services, identify improvements, and drive best practice across the business. The Role Working closely with senior leaders and operational managers, you will spend the first 6-12 months conducting a detailed review of services, processes and procedures across the organisation. Initially focusing on Mental Health and Supported Housing services, you will gather feedback from service users, analyse operational data, evaluate existing practices and identify opportunities for improvement. This role requires someone who can challenge constructively, ask insightful questions and provide objective recommendations that enhance service delivery, compliance and operational effectiveness. Over time, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to help design and implement the organisation's internal audit and quality assurance framework. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive reviews of operational processes and service delivery. Engage with service users and stakeholders to gather feedback and identify improvement opportunities. Analyse data, trends and performance information to support recommendations. Review compliance against regulatory and quality standards. Produce detailed reports and present findings to senior management. Provide constructive challenge and independent oversight across services. Support continuous improvement initiatives and organisational development. Assist in the development of internal audit programmes and quality assurance frameworks. About You The ideal candidate will have experience within social care, supported housing, healthcare, compliance, quality assurance or internal audit environments and be confident in engaging with stakeholders at all levels. Essential Experience Understanding of Supported Housing and/or Supported Accommodation services. Knowledge of adult safeguarding procedures. Experience within social care, housing, healthcare or regulated environments. Strong analytical and investigative skills. Experience reviewing processes, procedures and service delivery. Ability to communicate findings and recommendations effectively. Confident, influencing and challenging professionally whilst maintaining positive working relationships. Strong report writing and stakeholder engagement skills. Previous Internal Audit, Quality Assurance or Compliance experience. Desirable Experience Experience working with CQC-regulated services. Background within a regulatory, inspection or governance setting. Experience developing audit programmes or quality frameworks. Experience working for a regulatory or oversight body. What's on Offer The opportunity to shape a brand-new role. Significant exposure to senior leadership teams. The chance to make a real impact on service quality and operational effectiveness. Long-term career development within a growing organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a keen eye for detail, a passion for continuous improvement and the confidence to provide independent, objective analysis within a highly regulated environment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

We're looking for a proactive, customer-focused and solution-oriented Assistant Project Manager to join our Property Business Manager team located at our Head Office in Islington 40,000.00 per annum, working 35 hours per week. Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here. Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day. Our benefits include: Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service A generous pension - we will contribute up to 8% and life assurance cover up to 3x Pensionable Salary (T&Cs apply) Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card Fully paid induction programme and further training ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support Online wellbeing resources Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution Free DBS (take this out if BSW advert) All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. What you'll do: Operational Support the delivery of planned, cyclical and sustainability projects from inception to completion, including programme planning, site inspections, stakeholder engagement and project reporting. Monitor project progress, defects and remedial actions, escalating issues to Project Managers as appropriate. Maintain accurate property, project and compliance records, ensuring servicing information and certification remain up to date. Support the maintenance of Asprey and associated asset management systems, including the validation of stock condition, survey, compliance and completed works data. Work alongside Surveyors and Asset Management colleagues to support property inspections, data assurance, investment planning and regulatory reporting. Assist in the preparation of asset performance information, stock condition analysis and investment recommendations. This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead About you: Proactive, motivated and eager to learn. Customer-focused and willing to take initiative when challenges arise. Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail. Able to manage competing priorities and work to agreed deadlines. What you'll bring: Essential: Evidence of project management, construction, property or related experience. Understanding of the Decent Homes Standard and residential property maintenance requirements. Experience of working with asset management systems, databases or property records. Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities. Desirable: Professional qualification or working towards a qualification in Project Management, Building Surveying or a related discipline. Experience of working in housing, care and support, or property environments. Experience of working with schedules of rates, specifications or tender documentation. Understanding of landlord compliance, repairs, maintenance and asset management principles. Understanding of stock condition data, lifecycle planning and planned investment programmes. Experience of using Asprey or a similar asset management system. About us: Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us. We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values: We focus on Excellence and innovation. We are Caring and Compassionate. We are Inclusive and Trusted. We work in Partnership and are One-Team. Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds. Please see ful Job description on our website

As a Senior Category Manager in Matlock within the public sector, you'll oversee procurement and supply chain activities, ensuring value for money and compliance. This part-time role (2.5 days per week) helps the organisation streamline processes and manage supplier relationships effectively. Client Details Derbyshire County Council services reach everyone who lives in or visits Derbyshire, which is why we work with our communities to make sure we meet their needs and expectations. This includes their families, their environment, their education, their job prospects and their social needs. The council is divided into 4 strategic directorates, responsible for the following areas: Adult Care - Preventative and wellbeing services; assessment of care needs; home care and day opportunities for older, disabled and vulnerable people; disability equipment and home adaptations; support for carers; hospital discharge services; short term specialist community beds; reablement; falls prevention; in-house residential care homes; community care centres; quality and safeguarding across all residential homes; specialist dementia care; benefits and debt advice; strategic planning and resourcing public services; stakeholder engagement and consultation; care market shaping; commissioning care services; contract management, and performance monitoring. Public Health: reducing health inequalities; promoting healthier lifestyles; improving the health of the population by sharing information and expertise; preparing for future health challenges; providing protection from public health hazards. Children's Services: support for vulnerable families and disabled children; teenage and careers services; children's centres; sports and outdoor learning; school improvement services; school meals; school place planning and building; special educational needs; adult community education; services traded with schools; pre-school and childcare support; safeguarding and child protection; fostering and adoption, and the youth offending service. Corporate services and transformationResponsible for: property; finance; Digital Services; corporate HR; legal and democratic services; libraries and heritage; community safety; refugee resettlement; trading standards; 'Trusted Trader'; policy; research; performance; communications including digital and web development, and Call Derbyshire; innovation; strategic commissioning; procurement; strategic partnerships; member and management services; registrar and coroner services. Place: roads; footpaths; public and community transport; road safety; economic development and regeneration; broadband expansion; minerals; transport and strategic planning; emergency planning; household waste recycling centres; waste planning and management; building and landscape conservation; countryside sites; strategic economic partnerships; inward investment; tourism; rail policy; HS2; employment and skills; flooding, and environmental policy. Description Lead the implementation of the procurement strategy for the directorate, aligning commercial activity with service objectives, financial planning, and corporate priorities Work in close partnership with senior managers and budget holders to support procurement delivery across services, identifying opportunities for early engagement, risk reduction, and added value Deliver high-value, high-risk, and complex procurement exercises, ensuring robust governance, market engagement, and compliance with all relevant legislation and Council policies Manage and reduce procurement non-compliance across the directorate by embedding best practice, offering guidance, and implementing corrective actions in partnership with services. Provide expert advice and support to stakeholders on all aspects of the procurement lifecycle, including legislation, risk, contract structuring, supplier engagement, and sourcing strategies Embed updates to public procurement legislation-including the Procurement Act 2023 and Procurement Regulations 2024 Manage procurement and contract-related risk throughout the commissioning and procurement cycle, implementing mitigation strategies and advising services on risk exposure and management Use data and analytics to monitor pipeline progress, evaluate procurement performance, and inform strategic and operational decisions Contribute to the development of corporate procurement policies, tools, and templates, sharing best practice and supporting consistency across the Council Profile Experience of managing complex, high-value procurement activity in a public sector or similarly regulated environment Experience in supervising, mentoring, and developing procurement professionals, including setting objectives and supporting delivery Demonstrated experience in supporting budget holders and managers in planning and delivering procurement aligned with service delivery and financial targets Experience of of embedding and supporting effective contract management practices across services, ensuring performance, compliance, and continuous improvement Experience in risk identification and mitigation in procurement and contract management Experience of embedding procurement compliance and resolving issues of non-compliance across services In-depth knowledge of procurement legislation, including the Public Contracts Regulations (PCRs), Procurement Act 2023, and Procurement Regulations 2024 Strong understanding of public procurement principles, sourcing strategy, category management, and contract lifecycle management Commercial awareness & understanding of budgetary and financial processes Job Offer Pro Rata Salary ranging from 39,865 - 43,270 + 2000 Market Supplement Local Government Pension Scheme 27 days annual leave rising to 32 with service (plus bank holidays) - pro rata Flexitime Flexible working Hybrid working (required at least half a day in the Matlock office on a Tuesday)

We have partnered exclusively with Derbyshire County Council to recruit 4 Category Managers as part of the growth of their large procurement team. Client Details Derbyshire County Council services reach everyone who lives in or visits Derbyshire, which is why we work with our communities to make sure we meet their needs and expectations. This includes their families, their environment, their education, their job prospects and their social needs. The council is divided into 4 strategic directorates, responsible for the following areas: Adult Care: Preventative and wellbeing services; assessment of care needs; home care and day opportunities for older, disabled and vulnerable people; disability equipment and home adaptations; support for carers; hospital discharge services; short term specialist community beds; reablement; falls prevention; in-house residential care homes; community care centres; quality and safeguarding across all residential homes; specialist dementia care; benefits and debt advice; strategic planning and resourcing public services; stakeholder engagement and consultation; care market shaping; commissioning care services; contract management, and performance monitoring. Public Health: reducing health inequalities; promoting healthier lifestyles; improving the health of the population by sharing information and expertise; preparing for future health challenges; providing protection from public health hazards. Children's Services: support for vulnerable families and disabled children; teenage and careers services; children's centres; sports and outdoor learning; school improvement services; school meals; school place planning and building; special educational needs; adult community education; services traded with schools; pre-school and childcare support; safeguarding and child protection; fostering and adoption, and the youth offending service. Corporate Services and Transformationproperty; finance; Digital Services; corporate HR; legal and democratic services; libraries and heritage; community safety; refugee resettlement; trading standards; 'Trusted Trader'; policy; research; performance; communications including digital and web development, and Call Derbyshire; innovation; strategic commissioning; procurement; strategic partnerships; member and management services; registrar and coroner services. Place: roads; footpaths; public and community transport; road safety; economic development and regeneration; broadband expansion; minerals; transport and strategic planning; emergency planning; household waste recycling centres; waste planning and management; building and landscape conservation; countryside sites; strategic economic partnerships; inward investment; tourism; rail policy; HS2; employment and skills; flooding, and environmental policy. Description Deliver the Council's directorate procurement strategy via actionable procurement activity, ensuring alignment with service objectives and operational delivery Develop and deliver project-specific procurement strategies that incorporate best value principles, regulatory requirements, market conditions, and service needs Conduct effective pre-market engagement to inform sourcing approaches, shape specifications, understand supplier capability, and promote innovation and competition Identify and mitigate procurement-stage risks that could impact contract performance or service outcomes Lead and manage end-to-end, (non-complex) procurement processes, including tendering, evaluation, contract award, and mobilisation. Utilise public sector frameworks where appropriate to ensure efficient and compliant routes to market. Drive value for money through robust commercial practices and ensure that social value is embedded into procurement processes in line with Council priorities Work in close partnership with service areas to co-develop procurement solutions, while building procurement capability and understanding across the organisation Identify and address areas of procurement non-compliance by promoting consistent processes, improving guidance and increasing awareness across departments. Collaborate with contract managers to ensure smooth transition from procurement to contract delivery, offering continued contract support throughout the lifetime of a contract Ensure all procurement projects are supported by completed conflict of interest assessments and that any potential conflicts are appropriately managed and recorded. Profile Experience or exposure to managing end-to-end procurement processes within a public sector or regulated environment Proven track record of developing and delivering procurement strategies aligned with organisational objectives Demonstrable experience of undertaking pre-market engagement and using market intelligence to inform sourcing approaches Experience of delivering value for money, securing social value outcomes, and working with public sector frameworks Experience of advising internal stakeholders on procurement legislation, policies, and compliance matters. Experience in building positive relationships with stakeholders and working collaboratively across departments to meet operational goals Experience using eTendering systems and ERP solutions Job Offer Salary 35,422 - 38,730 depending on experience Hybrid working - 1 day per week in the office (Matlock) Flexitime - can condense hours to give yourself an extra 2 days off per month 27 days holiday rising to 32 with service Local Government Pension Scheme Opportunity to join a large procurement team with excellent opportunities for growth and progression Opportunities for CIPS/MCIPS training with time off to study/exams

£44,064 - £50,852 assuming good attendance Those huge small victories Working in our Children's Homes means being a part of a young person's day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. As a Deputy Manager you will be a part of making sure that the home environment can support this by ensuring both staff and the young people feel secure, safe and motivated. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory! Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. This is all made possible because our service is holistic and touches on every aspect of our young people's developmental needs. From our Psychologists and Occupational Therapists to many other clinical team members who feed into the overall picture we achieve positive outcomes by having the most joined-up service in SEND. Get out what you put in By assisting in the management of the day to day operations in the home, supporting the whole team and making sure the home operates to our high standards - you enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults. We're looking for a minimum of 2 years' experience in residential childcare including experience in a supervisory capacity. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Salary: Base salary of £42,664 - £49,452 Bonuses: Attendance allowance up to £1,400 per year Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with 7 weeks' holiday Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our registered managers have been promoted from within our group Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Meals provided while you're at work Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our homes here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone's differences as that's what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. We'll give you the chance to build an exciting career in a fast-growing organisation, where you're free to achieve your potential. Here's what we need from you; A committed and enthusiastic leader with a passion to make a difference Level 3 Diploma qualification in Residential Childcare (England) Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management is desirable - provided if needed A full UK driving licence which you've held for at least 12 months Join the UK's best special education and care provider At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we're better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . Children's Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH