Social Connections Officer
NHS Jobs - Leamington Spa
from £27,170.85 a year
PermanentFull time
Summary of Post: The purpose of this role is to is reduce social isolation and loneliness among older people across Coventry and Warwickshire by enabling meaningful social connections. The post holder will support the delivery, promotion and development of the befriending service and wider social connections initiative, working collaboratively with clients, volunteers, community organisations and key stakeholders to strengthen community networks, enhance client wellbeing, and create opportunities for older people to stay connected, active, independent and engaged in later life. Location: Regular weekly presence at our Leamington office with travel throughout Coventry & Warwickshire. Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Plan, organise and deliver a variety of events and activities for socially isolated older people across Coventry & Warwickshire, ensuring any contractual obligations and organisational objectives are met. 2. Promote events and activities through a variety of channels including social media and community networks, as well as support with the wider promotion of the befriending service, social connections initiatives and volunteer recruitment and retention activities. 3. Develop and maintain strong relationships with local organisations, businesses and community groups, identifying opportunities for collaborative partnerships and fund raising. 4. Support the Team leader in identifying, developing and delivering new referral pathways and outreach initiatives to reach and engage with isolated older people, as well as actively contributing to the continuous development of the befriending service. 5. Maintain regular contact with clients awaiting a befriending match, identifying any changes in level of need or additional support requirements. 6. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of local community activities and internal services to support individuals build social networks or access appropriate support. 7. Assist the Administrators where required with client assessments and matches and volunteer screenings and inductions. 8. Gain appropriate consents and accurately record on the CRM database client and volunteer personal data, interactions, attendance records and outcomes. 9. Actively seek client and volunteer feedback to support service improvement, monitor satisfaction levels and complete case studies. 10. Represent the charity at community forums and networking events. 11. Conduct risk assessments where required in clients homes or venues, ensuring safety and suitability. 12. Promptly report any concerns regarding a clients safety or welfare to the line manager or designated safeguarding lead. 13. To adhere to all relevant organisation policies and procedures with particular reference to health & safety, safeguarding and GDPR. 14. To undertake appropriate training and personal development as required for the role. 15. To portray a positive image of the organisation both internally and externally. 16. To undertake such other duties as may be reasonably required, consistent with the nature and grade of the post. All staff have an individual responsibility to comply with the organisations policies and practices. A regular DBS check is a requirement of this role.
Complaints Investigation Officer
NHS Jobs - Exeter
£39,959 to £48,117 a year
PermanentFull time
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification which will provide further information on this role.
Resident Liaison Officer
Ian Williams Ltd
£28,794 to £35,494 a year
PermanentFull time
Ian Williams is seeking a Resident Liaison Officer to join our Painting Business in Birmingham. This is an invaluable role that will ensure Ian Williams continues to work in partnership with the local community, the customers, our client, and other external organisations to continuously improve the lives and surroundings we work in. If you are passionate about making a difference in the community, thrive on building strong relationships and improving buildings and the surroundings people live and work in, we want to hear from you! Benefits include: Be part of the company profit share scheme (9.33% of base salary achieved last year) Private mileage scheme and fuel card Let us help you prepare for your future with an employer pension contribution of up to 5% Annual leave, but you may want longer or less, so buy up to 5 days or sell up to 3 days per year Life Insurance, 3x your salary Access to the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity to support your health and wellbeing, including free legal and financial advice. Resident Liaison Officer role: You will be the first point of contact for residents and our directly employed site teams/contractors and a crucial part of the team responsible for communicating internally and externally about upcoming renovation works, the progress, and its completion Be proactive in maintaining excellent relationships with residents via letters, face to face visits, events, and telephone calls to enable customer satisfaction and a smooth uninterrupted workflow Maintain electronic records appropriately, producing and updating reports detailing customer satisfaction and progress levels for the contract Proactively resolve problems and complaints regarding the works, consulting with all parties involved positively and honestly, always considering the contract deliverables. What will you bring as a Resident Liaison Officer? Excellent communication and customer service skills with the ability to be open, honest, and firm where appropriate Experience as a Resident Liaison Officer/Tenant Liaison Officer and/or Social Value Officer for a property services contractor or similar is preferred. However, similar backgrounds with transferrable customer service skills will be considered Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and react quickly to issues as they arise whilst seeing them through to completion and resolution Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft (Word and Outlook) A full UK driving licence, which is essential to undertake the role of Resident Liaison Officer. Additional Benefits include: Enhanced maternity/ paternity pay Training and development opportunities Trade discounts from our preferred suppliers for you and your friends and family Specsavers vouchers For information on all other additional benefits, please visit our website. About Ian Williams Ltd Discover more, not just from our website but through our Facebook, LinkedIn, Indeed and Glassdoor pages. We reserve the right to shortlist prior to the closing date based on application volumes. Ian Williams is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Diversity is more than a commitment at Ian Williams—it is the foundation of what we do. We are fully focused on equality and believe deeply in diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, and all other characteristics that make us different. Ian Williams Ltd will use applicants’ details for recruitment purposes only. For more information, please read our Candidate Privacy Notice located at our website. We are delighted to have strong relationships with our preferred agencies, therefore we politely request no agencies engage with us in regards to this position.
Retail Security Officer
Staffline
£16.20 to £16.20 an hour
On-sitePermanentFull time
Position: Retail Security Officer Locations: Nailsea Pay Rate: £16.20 per hour (TSS operates on site-based rates) Hours: Various Shifts: Late shifts DS or SG SIA licence required We are recruiting Retail Security Officers to join our teams across Somerset, with opportunities available across multiple locations and sites. This is an exciting opportunity whether you're experienced in security or looking to take your first step into the industry. Working for TSS comes with excellent benefits and real career progression opportunities. As part of a leading international security provider, you'll receive ongoing training, support and development throughout your career. Your Time at Work As a Retail Security Officer your duties include: - To provide a visible uniformed deterrent, to contribute to the safety and security of the client's premises and staff - To carry out Company Policy on loss prevention and ensure the safety of staff and visitors - To lawfully deter potential troublemakers on site - To observe and report incidents using the correct reporting systems - To carry out all duties assigned by the client or manager to whom you are responsible - To ensure site knowledge is kept up to date and developments at local level are identified - To understand and implement any Fire and Safety evacuation procedures - To assist, if required by the Client, with staff and contractor searches - To ensure that the Security base is always maintained in a clean and tidy condition - To conduct yourself, at all times, in a manner which will bring credit to yourself and the Company, ensuring full uniform is worn and SIA licence is clearly displayed Our Perfect Worker Whether you're starting out or bringing previous experience, we provide full support from day one. This includes induction, on-site training, and ongoing engagement through regular reviews and welfare checks with our management team. Join TSS and you'll be part of a global organisation where development and progression are genuinely encouraged. Key Information and Benefits - 5.6 weeks holiday per year (8 of these will be in lieu of bank holidays, worked or not worked) - Workplace Pension Scheme - Progression training and development opportunities - Life assurance benefit - Contributory Healthcare Scheme - Eyecare vouchers - Employee Discount Schemes - Refer a friend scheme - Free uniform provided Job Ref: 1TSSG (T287) TSS are a recognised Disability Confident Leader Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. They prioritise accessibility, support, and opportunity for all employees. Join their diverse and empowering team today! About Staffline Staffline are working in Partnership with TSS, providing a recruitment solution for security roles. Please note that our job adverts are correct at the time of publication, but some details and job responsibilities are subject to change. This job advert may not be copied, imitated or used, in whole or in part, by third-party websites, without prior written consent from Staffline.
Homelessness Reduction Officer
Isle of Wight Council - Newport, Isle of Wight
Grade 8, £30,841 to £33,699 per annum + Standby allowance
HybridPermanentFull time
The Isle of Wight Council is looking for a dedicated and proactive Homelessness Reduction Officer to join our Housing Team. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with people at some of the most challenging points in their lives, helping them to keep their homes wherever possible and supporting them to explore realistic housing options when homelessness cannot be prevented. As a Homelessness Reduction Officer, you will be at the forefront of the council's homelessness prevention service. You will assess households' circumstances, provide tailored housing advice, develop Personal Housing Plans and work closely with landlords, housing providers, support agencies and other partners to prevent or relieve homelessness. The role requires strong communication, negotiation and case management skills, with a focus on finding practical solutions and achieving positive outcomes for residents. Every case is different, offering a challenging and varied workload where your judgement, empathy and resilience will be key.
School Operations Officer
Teaching Vacancies - Wokingham, Berkshire
PermanentFull time
What skills and experience we're looking for • Support the Headteacher in the safe and efficient operation of the school • Be responsible for the management of the school office, administration, health & safety, premises and data protection functions What the school offers its staff • A warm, friendly, supportive team • A pivotal, diverse role at the heart of our school • The support and opportunities of The Circle Trust - a well-respected local multi academy trust Further details about the role An exciting opportunity in a popular, successful school Keen to apply your transferable operational skills to a school environment and make a real difference to the lives of our amazing young people? You will relish the challenge of a fast-paced, diverse role where no two days are the same. A highly organised, pragmatic problem solver, calm under pressure with the ability to lead and effectively influence others, you will have excellent communication skills and enjoy the varied daily interaction with staff, parents and of course our children! As School Operations Officer, you will be an invaluable part of our school community who can create a happy, efficient and effective working environment. Commitment to safeguarding Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Office-based Cleaner
Solution One Services Limited - Stockport
from £13.50 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Solution One Services, a Manchester-based commercial cleaning service provider, is looking for a reliable and hardworking Office Cleaner to join our team and help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming working environment for our client. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the office premises are maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and presentation. Duties: • Cleaning of office workspace, toilets, reception area, shower room, kitchen and communal areas • Vacuuming, sweeping and mopping floors • Emptying bins and disposing of waste appropriately • Cleaning and sanitising kitchen and break areas • Cleaning washrooms and replenishing consumables • Dusting and wiping down surfaces • Maintaining cleaning supplies and reporting stock requirements • Ensuring all cleaning tasks are completed to a high standard • Following health and safety procedures at all times
Assistant Planning Officer
Stoke on Trent City Council - Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire
£32,046 to £34,811 a year
HybridPermanentFull time
Directorate: Housing, Regeneration and Operations Section: Planning and Building Control Location: Civic Centre Grade: Level 7 Hours: 37 hours per week This advert is open to internal and external applicants only. About us: We are a city of strengths, with a proud heritage and bright future. Working for Stoke-on Trent City Council is more than just a job, it's about making, protecting and improving the services for the local population, reducing inequalities and improving independence for the people who live and work in the city. And that's whereyou come in.We are always looking for people of the highest calibre with skills, knowledge and experience to help us deliver our compelling vision. Stoke-on-Trent City Council's diverse and talented workforce is its greatest asset and most valuable resource. The skills, knowledge and experience of our c.4,600 employees are essential to delivering our ambitions and vision for our organisation and Stoke-on-Trent. We want to be an employer that people are proud to work for, and where our staff are supported, developed and rewarded in an inclusive way that helps them to excel and to deliver the high-quality services that our residents need. Further information on the Council and our directorates The Role: Looking for an exciting opportunity to develop your career in Planning? Stoke-on-Trent City Council is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Planning Officer to join our Development Management Team. As an Assistant Planning Officer, you will play a key role in assessing planning applications, undertaking site visits, preparing reports and providing advice to customers, applicants and elected Members. You will manage a varied caseload of householder and minor applications and contribute to shaping sustainable development across the city. The successful candidate will have a sound understanding of planning principles, good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a busy and rewarding environment. Experience within a planning or development management setting would be advantageous. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team and contribute to the delivery of high-quality planning services that make a real difference to local communities. For more information on the role, please contact Abid Hussain Abid.Hussain@stoke.gov.uk Key Responsibilities: Assess and determine householder and minor planning applications in accordance with planning legislation and policy Undertake site visits and liaise with applicants, consultees and other stakeholders Prepare clear and accurate reports and recommendations to support decision making Provide professional planning advice and guidance to customers, colleagues and elected Members Manage an allocated caseload effectively to meet statutory timescales and service standards
Family Liaison officer
Salutem Care and Education -
Liverpool, North West
£32,004 to £32,004 a year
PermanentFull time
About The Company Cavendish View School provides a nurturing and stimulating education for pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (A.S.C) and special education needs (S.E.N) from the ages of 5 to 11 years. We provide every child with an exceptional educational experience which is enjoyable, stimulating and supportive, enabling them to reach their full potential. We are a small school but we have big ideas and do not set limits on what our children can both aspire to and achieve. Our goal is to give the children at Cavendish View School a window on the wider world. Pupils benefit from a multi-disciplinary team consisting of teachers, a family liaison officer, teaching assistants, a speech and language therapist, an occupational therapist and a mental health practitioner. About The Role Assistant Safeguarding & Family Liaison Officer Cavendish View School Are you passionate about safeguarding, supporting families, and making a real difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs? Cavendish View School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Assistant Safeguarding & Family Liaison Officer to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils while working closely with families, staff, and external agencies to ensure every child receives the support they need to thrive. As a specialist setting supporting pupils with speech, language and communication needs, we are looking for an individual who can provide proactive, sensitive, and knowledgeable support while helping to create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment for all. The Role Reporting to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and Headteacher, you will act as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) and be instrumental in safeguarding, family engagement, and multi-agency working across the school. You will: - Support the leadership and delivery of safeguarding and child protection procedures across the school. - Respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns and referrals, ensuring compliance with statutory guidance and local procedures. - Maintain accurate and confidential safeguarding records using CPOMS. - Act as a key point of contact for pupils, families, staff, and external agencies. - Coordinate Early Help Assessments (EHA), Team Around the Family (TAF), Child in Need (CIN), and Child Protection (CP) meetings. - Support a trauma-informed and pupil-centred approach to behaviour management. - Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, social care professionals, health services, and other agencies to secure positive outcomes for pupils. - Help foster a culture where children feel safe, heard, and supported. About You We are looking for a skilled professional with: Essential Skills & Experience - Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection legislation, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance. - Experience working within safeguarding, family support, education, social care, or a related field. - Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. - Experience working with families and external agencies to support vulnerable children and young people. - Strong organisational and record-keeping skills, ideally with experience of CPOMS or similar safeguarding systems. - Ability to manage sensitive and complex situations with professionalism, resilience, and discretion. - Understanding of trauma-informed practice and positive behaviour support strategies. Desirable Experience - Experience working within a specialist school environment. - Understanding of the safeguarding needs of pupils with: - Speech, language and communication needs - Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs What We Offer At Cavendish View School, we are committed to investing in our people and supporting professional growth. We offer: - Ongoing safeguarding and child protection training. - Opportunities to develop expertise in multi-agency working, family engagement, and behaviour support. - Support towards relevant qualifications and professional accreditations. - Access to leadership development opportunities. - A supportive and collaborative working environment where you can make a meaningful difference every day. Safeguarding Commitment Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is at the heart of everything we do. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring pupils are protected, supported, and empowered to achieve their full potential. Cavendish View School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references will be required for the successful candidate. Join us and help create a safe, supportive, and inspiring future for every child.
Business Development Officer
Brook Young People
£26,277.50 to £28,860 a year
PermanentFull time
We are 4 Day Week employer Purpose of the role To support Brook in diversifying and growing income through the sale of its education and wellbeing services, contributing to the financial sustainability of the organisation. To identify, develop, and maintain effective and successful partnerships with a range of education providers, local authorities, businesses, and other organisations that work with and support young people. To be a persuasive advocate for Brook and its service users. Essential criteria Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, including confident presentation skills Excellent networking and social skills Excellent negotiation skills Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail Able to work autonomously whilst meeting targets and to tight deadlines Able to manage a varied and high workload Customer care focused and solution focused Able to effectively represent and promote Brook’s core brand messages, position statements and beliefs To learn more about the role and person specification please read the attached 'role specification' which can be found on the application form. About the role: Hours: Full-Time 37.5 Hours per week (Upon completing your probationary period, you will be eligible to join the 4 Day Week program, which allows you to work 20% fewer hours without a decrease in salary) Contract: Permanent Location: London, Newcastle, Manchester, Liverpool, Bristol Salary: £26,277.50 - £28,860 Closing date: 26th September 2026 Application Tip: Ensure your supporting statement refers to the person specification as this will assist in a successful sift through to the interview stage. About Brook: Brook is the UK’s leading sexual health and wellbeing charity. We are committed to changing attitudes, challenging prejudice and championing equality. Our unique combination of clinical services and education programmes are designed to meet individual needs and instill positive behaviours that influence their whole lives. Our digital solutions help us reach even greater numbers of young people and professionals, and our expansion into all-age services ensures that whole communities can benefit from our inclusive, non-judgmental approach to sexual and reproductive health. We are continuously listening to and learning from our service users and the communities we support. We amplify the voices of those who face barriers to access, ensuring that sexual health remains high on the political agenda and that law, policy and practice is aligned with what they need. Benefits of working for Brook: 4 Day Week (Working 20% hours less without salary decrease) Annual leave – 28 days per annum, increasing up to 33 days plus 8 bank holidays Sick pay (from 3 up to 12 weeks fully paid) Flexible working Gratitude scheme Assisted purchase scheme Cycle to Work up to £1k Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Long service awards Maternity and paternity pay Pension scheme – Employee pension contributions matched by Brook up to 4% of qualifying earnings Training and development opportunities Coaching Please note - this role requires the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced DBS check. Candidates must be able to provide paperwork demonstrating their right to work in the UK. Please note: internal applicants with live sanctions will not be considered for this role. We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible. Due to the high number of applications for this post, it will not be possible to respond to every application. We will contact you within 4 weeks of the closing date if you have been shortlisted for the role. Thank you for your interest in working for Brook. Brook Safeguarding with Purpose Working with People Safely. Safe Place, Safe People.