Project Worker 1
Barnardo's - Nuneaton
from £13.52 an hour
Field-basedTemporaryPart time
Service Objectives The Warwickshire Children & Family Centre services improve the outcomes and life chances for all children, young people and their families by offering effective preventative and early intervention services, with a focus on those who are hardest to reach and are experiencing the greatest challenges in life. Roles and responsibilities specific to this post We are looking to recruit, a reliable, flexible and hardworking Early Years and Children's Practitioner to support the delivery of direct services to families. The support you provide may be through one-to-one support, groups, activities, courses, and crèches. Activity sessions may involve supporting children aged 0-4 years, and primary school age children. Working together with other team colleagues the postholder will deliver stay & plays, holiday playschemes or afterschool club type activities for children, young people and families. Please note this is an ‘As and When' post. Work hours offered will mainly within the hours of 8.30am - 5pm Monday to Friday, and Saturday mornings. Work will take place in the Nuneaton and North Warwickshire locality areas. Outreach work is a significant and regular part of the team's work, so for this reason, it is essential that candidates must have means to travel to different work locations. Can you help to: Offer fun and engaging activities to support children to develop positive social and emotional skills Plan activities in line with the EYFS Build positive relationships with parents/ carers Hold sometimes difficult/ challenging conversations with parents Offer advice and support, or signpost and refer parents to the most appropriate service. It is important that the successful candidate is able to demonstrate experience of and/or an understanding of the following: Knowledge and practical experience of the EYFS, including an Early Years Childcare qualification to at least level 2, but level 3 is strongly desirable. Experience of working with and supporting young children and their parents/ carers. Confidence in communicating effectively with parents/ carers, colleagues and other professionals. Competence in IT and email, working with Word and other Microsoft packages. Experience of delivering Early Years/ children's activities in community settings is desirable. Qualified to deliver Baby Massage and Chatter Matter's courses is desirable. Are you friendly and welcoming? Are you a confident person with good communication skills? Can you work as part of a committed, professional and friendly team, to support improved outcomes for children and families? If this sounds like you, please apply today. We very much look forward to meeting you. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept CVs. When completing your online application form please tell us about your skills, knowledge, and experience, in relation to the job role and the context of the service as described in this advert, as well those described in the Person Specification, Job Description, and Additional Role Information and requirements. Please ensure you complete all sections of the application form carefully. If the application form is incomplete this may result in your application not meeting our shortlisting criteria. Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible
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Support Time & Recovery Worker | Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust - Southampton
£25,760 - £27,476 per annum
PermanentFull time
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual with healthcare or criminal justice experience to join our Liaison and Diversion team. You will have a keen interest in Liaison and Diversion and a passion about supporting our service users as they make their way through police custody, court and prison. We are a dynamic, people-centred team who are looking for some who is passionate about health outcomes for those making their way through the criminal justice system. With a reputation for excellence, our service is committed to improving the health of our clients, identifying care pathways, and reducing reoffending. Recognised with a number of awards, including a Thames Valley/Hampshire Constabulary Police Commendation, Berkshire Healthcare ‘Team of the Year’ and runner-up for the Howard League for Penal Reform ‘Liaison and Diversion Service of the Year’. We value our employees and put people first. We achieved an ‘Outstanding’ rating overall in our latest CQC inspection, which found that: ‘Managers across Berkshire Healthcare promoted a positive culture that supported and valued staff, creating a sense of common purpose based on shared values.’ Please note that, to be eligible for shortlisting, applicants must have resided in the UK for at least 3 years for police vetting purposes. In addition, this role is not eligible for sponsorship, and applicants must therefore already have the right to work in the UK. • Hold a caseload of service users for up to 12 weeks (for Liaison & Diversion cases) and up to 6 months (for Reconnect cases) to support them to access a wide range of agencies and services that can provide help and advice. • To provide the police, court and prison with written and verbal information pertaining to the individual in a timely fashion to inform disposal. • To work closely and build links with all referring agencies within the courts, custody probation and prison acting as a single point of contact for health • To be able to autonomously plan and organise own workload efficiently and manage a well-structured appointment diary for engagements. Working pattern + Service operating hours Our service operates in police custody from 7am-8pm, 7 days a week currently using long days to fulfil this. Our service operates in court from 9am-5pm, 5 days a week. Our service operates across the Hampshire area so travel across our sites will be expected, some of these sites are not accessible via public transport. Any request for specific working pattens can be considered in line with our flexible working policy. This role operates across 9am to 5pm from Monday to Friday. Work base: You will work from within magistrate courts/prison/community within either Southampton or Portsmouth and across Hampshire when required. Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we’re committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish. Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are: • Caring for and about you is our top priority • Committed to providing good quality, safe services • Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include: • Flexible working options to support work-life balance • 27 days’ annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell • Generous NHS pension scheme • Excellent learning and career development opportunities • ‘Cycle to Work’ and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles • Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services • Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants • Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality • Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave • Free parking across Trust sites Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. Liaison and Diversion (L&D) services identify people who have vulnerabilities when they first come into contact with the criminal justice system as suspects, defendants or offenders. L&D services aim to improve overall health outcomes for people and to support people in the reduction of re-offending through assessing, proactive onward referrals and informing decision makers. It also aims to identify vulnerabilities in people earlier on which reduces the likelihood that people will reach a crisis-point and helps to ensure the right support can be put in place from the start. The successful applicant will work in the courts, prison and the community; working with people within the criminal justice system where vulnerabilities are suspected and further assessment is indicated to inform disposal of the case and to identify care pathways for appropriate onward referral/support. The “must haves” for this role: 1. Significant experience of employment within the voluntary or health and social care sector 2. NVQ level 2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent and relevant training to diploma level equivalent /or practical experience of working in health or social care setting at a Band 2 equivalent. 3. Experience of supporting people with identified vulnerabilities. 4. Experience in managing own workload with minimal supervision. 5. Driving licence holder with access to your own vehicle who is prepared to travel to multiple sites across Hampshire as required. For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants. However, it’s important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process. AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey. In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted. We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please don’t hesitate to call: Clinical Governance Lead Claudine Rees on 0300 123 5066 or Claudine.Rees@berkshire.nhs.uk who’ll be delighted to help. You can find out more about the service on our website. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible. This advert closes on Sunday 6 Sep 2026
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Senior Team Administrator | Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust - Slough
£29,812 - £32,715 per annum (Incl. of HCAS)
PermanentFull time
Are you an experienced administrator and confident team leader looking for a rewarding role that makes a difference to children and young people? We are seeking a motivated Senior Administrator to join our Community Paediatrics team at the Child Development Centre, Fir Tree Upton Hospital, Slough. You will lead a small administration team, oversee the reception function, and ensure high-quality administrative support is provided to our clinical services for children and young people aged 0-18 years. This is a varied and rewarding role requiring strong organisational, communication and IT skills, alongside the ability to manage competing priorities and support service improvements. We are looking for someone who is passionate about delivering excellent customer service, enjoys working collaboratively, and can inspire and support others to achieve high standards. In return, you will join a friendly, supportive team with a strong sense of community and purpose. We offer excellent development opportunities and the chance to contribute to improving the health and wellbeing of children, young people and their families. If this sounds like the role for you, we would love to hear from you. • Provide a core reception service for children services supporting various teams: community paediatricians, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, nursing team and child adolescent mental health. • Support admin manager with staff roster for reception/administration staff and arrange cover for planned and unplanned absences. • Responsibility for all service referrals and oversee EHCP referrals. • Lead a team environment that supports and encourages learning and development for reception, administration, and temporary staff. • Works in partnership with other teams to streamline and remove duplication of work, seeking common aims to remove any barriers to collaboration. • Deals with customer complaints quickly and fairly, adopting a solution focused approach. • Ordering stock / non-stock medical supplies for community paediatrics. • Management of medical devices; purchasing and maintenance. • Line management of administration staff inclusive of undertaking appraisals and direct/indirect supervision and support. • You will support the administration manager for the management of the administration function for the Community Paediatric Service. • To provide administration support to senior management, clinical leads, and medical secretary team. • To contribute to development and implementation of service processes and procedures including the creation of standard operating procedures as needed. Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we’re committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish. Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are: • Caring for and about you is our top priority • Committed to providing good quality, safe services • Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include: • Flexible working options to support work-life balance • 27 days’ annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell • Generous NHS pension scheme • Excellent learning and career development opportunities • ‘Cycle to Work’ and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles • Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services • Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants • Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality • Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave • Free parking across Trust sites The “must haves” for this role: 1. Ability to lead/support administration team 2. Strong Information Technology skills 3. Strong customer service skills 4. Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and teams For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants. However, it’s important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process. AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey. In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted. We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please don’t hesitate to call: Aninder Soyan on 03003650123 or email: aninder.soyan@berkshire.nhs.uk who’ll be delighted to help. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible. This advert closes on Monday 7 Sep 2026
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Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist (SLT) | Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust - Slough
£49,387 - £56,515 per annum (Incl. of HCAS) pro rata
PermanentPart time
We are looking to recruit an experienced Speech and Language Therapist to work with Older Adults presenting with communication difficulties and dysphagia within the Slough and Bracknell OPMH Community Services. The teams support patients with both dementia and functional mental health difficulties. You will need to provide specialist clinical advice and support regarding communication, differential diagnosis assessment & dysphagia, as well as develop related treatment plans for our patients. SLT intervention will be in conjunction with other Care pathways and treatment provided. We are friendly, dynamic and supportive teams, and you will have the opportunity to work across two very diverse localities. Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust offers Mobile working and you will have access to agile working opportunities. You will be actively encouraged to develop in your role within the team, and have regular access to supervision, training and peer support in your role. • Providing assessment, advice and support to patients with communication difficulties that are currently open to the service (one to one and in groups). Developing, monitoring and reviewing related treatment plans. • Working closely with and supporting colleagues within the MDT, providing specialist advice and support around communication and/or swallowing issue Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we’re committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish. Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are: • Caring for and about you is our top priority • Committed to providing good quality, safe services • Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include: • Flexible working options to support work-life balance • 27 days’ annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell • Generous NHS pension scheme • Excellent learning and career development opportunities • ‘Cycle to Work’ and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles • Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services • Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants • Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality • Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave • Free parking across Trust sites The must haves for this role: 1. Qualified and registered to practice 1. Enjoy working with Older adults 1. Relevant experience working in similar field/community 1. Excellent communication and engagement skills 1. Must be able to drive and own car For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants. However, it’s important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process. AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey. In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted. We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please don’t hesitate to contact: Rashieda Ebrahim on 0300 247 3001 or rashieda.ebrahim@berkshire.nhs.uk or who’ll be delighted to help Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible. This advert closes on Sunday 6 Sep 2026
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Consultant Physician in Stroke Medicine | Isle of Wight NHS Trust
Isle of Wight NHS - Newport
£113,565 - £150,569 per annum
PermanentFull time
We are committed to delivering excellent, evidence-based care and continuously improving services in line with national best practice. The successful candidate will join a motivated multidisciplinary team and have the opportunity to contribute significantly to the strategic direction of stroke services across the Island. The role offers a diverse and rewarding case mix, encompassing hyperacute, acute and rehabilitation stroke care, supported by regional neuroscience and thrombectomy centres on the mainland. Consultants have the opportunity to lead service improvement initiatives, participate in regional stroke networks, and contribute to education, research and quality improvement. Make a visible and lasting difference to the health outcomes of the Island population. Performance and Patient Outcomes Stroke care is a priority for the Isle of Wight NHS Trust, and we are proud of the significant progress made in recent years through a relentless focus on quality improvement, multidisciplinary working and patient outcomes. Our stroke service has demonstrated sustained improvements in performance across the Sentinel Stroke National Audit Programme (SSNAP), reflecting the commitment and expertise of our clinical teams. We recognise SSNAP as more than a performance metric; it is a powerful driver of excellence. As a member of the Wessex Integrated Stroke Delivery Network (ISDN), we benchmark our performance against some of the highest-performing stroke services in the country and actively participate in regional quality improvement programmes. This collaborative approach has enabled us to adopt best practice rapidly and ensure that patients on the Isle of Wight benefit from the same high standards of care available across the wider Wessex region. The successful candidate will join a service with a clear ambition to achieve and sustain high levels of SSNAP performance across all domains of stroke care. You will play a key leadership role in analysing performance data, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing innovative solutions that further enhance patient outcomes and experience. Why This Role is Different Unlike larger organisations where individual influence can be diluted, the very nature of the Isle of Wight NHS Trust means stroke consultants can have a direct impact on the entire patient pathway. From emergency assessment and hyperacute treatment through rehabilitation and community follow-up, consultants are able to drive improvements that translate rapidly into enhanced SSNAP performance and, most importantly, better outcomes for patients. Our ambition is simple: to become one of the highest-performing stroke services in the Wessex region, delivering outstanding SSNAP outcomes and exceptional patient-centred care. Working in partnership with Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, regional neuroscience services and the Wessex Integrated Stroke Delivery Network, we are creating an increasingly integrated stroke model that combines local delivery with access to specialist expertise, innovation and clinical excellence. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping us realise this ambition Your Contribution: · Provide outpatient and inpatient Stroke Medicine services. · Undertake infrequent inpatient General Medicine services. · Participate in a regular 1 in 11 commitment to the acute medical on-call rota. · Contribute to the supervision of junior medical staff. · Engage in teaching, examination, and accreditation duties. · Participate in undergraduate, postgraduate, and continuing medical education. This advert closes on Thursday 24 Sep 2026
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Mental health Practitioner: Nurse/OT | Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust
Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust - Canterbury
£39,959 - £48,117 per annum
PermanentFull time
Join the UK's first Peer Supported Open Dialogue Service, developed in response to the groundbreaking ODDESSI trial, and be part of something genuinely innovative. This is a rare opportunity for an Occupational Therapist or registered nurse who is passionate about relational, person-centred practice to combine clinical work with families and networks, facilitation of Open Dialogue training, and supporting the wider implementation of Open Dialogue across the organisation. You'll work within a pioneering team that is shaping the future of mental health care, helping to embed dialogical practice at every level while developing your own skills in a service that is exciting, evolving, and unlike any other in the NHS. If you're looking for a role that blends clinical practice, teaching, and service transformation, we'd love to hear from you. • The post holder must hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car/vehicle to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010). • The post will cover Kent and Medway and out-of-area Kent and Medway patients; it is essential that you are able to travel between bases in a timely manner. • To deliver person-centred mental health care using the Open Dialogue model with service users and their social networks, with service users who would normally receive treatment from Home Treatment Teams (HTT) and Mental Health Together+ (MHT+) • The postholder will contribute to service development, support organisational transformation, and ensure safe, effective, and compliant practice • Collaborate in the training and implementation of Open Dialogue across the organisation The role focuses on collaborative, network-based care that promotes recovery, inclusion, and wellbeing. We are Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust. We care for the mental health and wellbeing of people across Kent and Medway and are rated ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our teams support children, youngpeopleand adults with a wide range of mental health needs. We also provide specialist services, including all-age eating disorder services and neurodevelopmental assessments for children and young people, such as autism and ADHD. Because we work across the whole county and across hospital and community settings, we can make care more joined up and easier to access for the people we serve. Our vision is simple: we are here to help communities not just live with mentalillness, butlive well.It’swhywe’repassionate about working with communities to make mental health care better for everyone. Everything we do is guided by our values: caring, inclusive,curiousand confident. Join us if you share our passion for better mental health care and want to be part of a teamthat’sworking well together. Take a look at our Community Nursing Video • Work flexibly across different settings in response to service needs • Manage competing demands while ensuring safe and effective care delivery • Promote a safe, secure, and confidential working environment • Support health promotion, self-care, and involvement of carers where appropriate If your application is successful, you will be notified by email and advised to check your Trac/ NHS Jobs account. Therefore, please ensure that you regularly check both your email and your Trac/NHS Jobs account. Please refer to the attached job description for the full details on the responsibilities and person specification This advert closes on Friday 11 Sep 2026
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Appointments Booking Clerk | East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
ESHT - Hastings
£25,272 per annum, pro rata
PermanentPart time
An exciting opportunity has arisen within our booking office. We currently have a vacancy for a part-time (35 hours) Appointments Booking Clerk to be based at the Conquest Hospital, within the Outpatient Booking Service, in East Sussex Healthcare, NHS Trust. The department provides a fast and responsive outpatient, appointment booking service. The applicant will be expected to ring and agree dates with our patients as well as performing a rostered telephone session, depending on the service needs, of the department. Therefore, the ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, IT knowledge, and an ability to work on their own initiative and as part of a team, working to strict deadlines. The hours of the service operate between 8am – 6pm Monday - Friday, in shifts of, 08:00-16:00, 09:00 -17:00 and 10:00-18:00, with weekend work 9am – 12 noon on a rota basis. A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation. In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year. There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today. Statement on the Use of AI We value the individuality that each candidate brings to the application process. While we understand that AI tools are widely available, we strongly discourage applicants from using AI-generated content when applying for jobs with us. We believe that your application should reflect your true skills, experiences, and motivations, which are best conveyed through your own words and unique perspective. Using AI for your application may not accurately represent your knowledge, skills, and experience and may result in a disconnect between your qualifications and our assessment of your application. We encourage applicants to take the time to thoughtfully complete their applications; by doing so, you allow us to better understand your true potential and ensure a fair and transparent evaluation of your application. Over reliance on AI-generated content may diminish your chance of success. Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us. This advert closes on Friday 11 Sep 2026
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Business Administration Coordinator | Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust
Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust - Maidstone
£28,392 - £31,157 per annum
PermanentFull time
A post has become available for a Business Administration Coordinator within the Forensic Management Business Admin Team. The position will be based at the Trevor Gibbens Unit in Maidstone, which specialises in the assessment and treatment of mentally disordered offenders. We are looking for someone who is dynamic, proactive and forward thinking, and the successful candidate will provide secretarial and administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team in the Forensic and Specialist Directorate. The post holder will be educated to NVQ/RSA Level 3, or equivalent, and have GCSE English and Maths. The hours are 37.5 per week, working Monday to Friday 9.00-5.00, and the post is office based. There are regular meetings at different locations across the trust sites. Therefore, the post holder must hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car/vehicle to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010). It is desirable that the candidate has experience of working in an Adult Mental Health setting but must have the following: • Excellent minute taking, secretarial, organisational and data entry skills. • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, particularly Excel and PowerPoint. • Be able to gather, analyse, interpret and present extensive and/or complex data and information. • Manage the provision of information on service activity for KPIs and Trust targets. • Work to tight deadlines, in changing and challenging situations, whilst maintaining attention to detail. • Experienced events coordinator. • Liaise and work with internal and external colleagues. We are Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust. We care for the mental health and wellbeing of people across Kent and Medway and are rated ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our teams support children, young people and adults with a wide range of mental health needs. We also provide specialist services, including all-age eating disorder services and neurodevelopmental assessments for children and young people, such as autism and ADHD. Because we work across the whole county and across hospital and community settings, we can make care more joined up and easier to access for the people we serve. Our vision is simple: we are here to help communities not just live with mental illness, but live well. It’s why we’re passionate about working with communities to make mental health care better for everyone. Everything we do is guided by our values: caring, inclusive, curious and confident. Join us if you share our passion for better mental health care and want to be part of a team that’s working well together. The post holder must hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car/vehicle to use for business purposes, unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010. Please see attached Job Description for further information about the role and requirements. This advert closes on Friday 11 Sep 2026
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Civil Enforcement Officer
North Somerset Council - Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset
£28,598 to £31,022 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
About us. North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community. The role. We are seeking a dedicated Civil Enforcement Officer to join our Parking Services team. The Parking Services Team cover enforcement of parking restrictions and Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) offences across the whole of North Somerset district. As a CEO you will be expected to patrol Council car parks and on street areas covered by parking enforcement and offer a consistent and fair approach to enforcement and management of North Somerset parking. You will also be required to enforce PSPO Offences, such as littering, dog fouling and smoking in a Children’s play area. You will operate as an individual and with other team members and act as a Council ambassador, offering help and guidance to the public over a range of topics. You will be expected to have excellent communication skills and be professional at all times particularly when dealing with potential confrontational situations. Working hours will be on a fixed rota basis, 4 days on 2 days off, to include evenings, weekends and bank holidays. Full uniform and training provided. The post-holder must have a valid driving licence or be able to use suitable alternative methods of travel throughout the district. Work style. At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. This role falls into the category of Mobile/Field Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way: - 0-1 day in the office. - Includes field workers who primarily work remotely. - Comes into the office for meetings or focused work. Virtual connections with the team are essential, with portable technology supporting work on the go. What we offer. At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer: - Competitive salary and benefits. - Flexible working arrangements. - Local Government Pension. - Opportunities for professional development. - Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums. - Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year. - Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team. - Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes. Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet. How to apply. If you share our vision and values and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role. Contact information. For further information about the role, please contact Louise, Civil Enforcement Supervisor, on 07385 430 523. Important information. As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role. Interview Date: to be confirmed. Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK. Equal opportunities. At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker- PUR-411-289
Purple DPSS - CB25 9SB
from £15 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Job ref. PUR-411-289 About the Direct Payment Holder A is an active, excitable and creative 9-year-old, with a love of all things arts and crafts. A enjoys drawing and creating comic books and enjoys being outside and bouncing on the trampoline. A has a diagnosis of Autism & PICA. Hours and rate of pay hours £15 per hour, 54 support hours available, to be used flexibly at weekends and holidays. The working pattern will be agreed with family. Location Bottisham, CB25 area DBS/Checks Confirmation of an Enhanced DBS check. Right to Work and references will be needed. What you would be doing… Supporting A in the home setting, keeping him engaged throughout the day with sensory filled activities. Helping boost A’s confidence, to broaden his interests and support to develop his independence skills.
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