Leaving Care Housing Support Worker
West Sussex County Council - Chichester, West Sussex
£30,515 to £33,119 a year
ContractFull time
Salary: £30,515 to £33,119 per annum Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract - 1 year Working Pattern: Full time - 37 hours per week Location: Based at County Hall, Chichester. Internal candidates wishing to apply for this role will be considered for a secondment position. Please can you therefore discuss and agree this with your manager before applying for this position. Are you experienced in supporting care leavers/young people who are at risk of becoming homeless? Do you have excellent communication skills and are you great with IT? Then it might be you we are looking for… As a Leaving Care Housing Support Worker, you will be engaging with our care leavers to provide good housing pathways and prevent homelessness. You will provide intensive support to help them to prioritise their housing needs and ensure they understand their housing options and the best matches that will offer them a good housing pathway. The support you will provide to our care leavers will be practical and may involve attending meetings, helping with budgeting, as well as understanding how they can be better equipped to maintain a tenancy and address the risks of future homelessness. In this role you will work collaboratively alongside our Personal Advisors, as well as external agencies such as housing providers, substance misuse, adult social care, mental health workers and probation services to address the issues that are increasing care leavers risks of homelessness. Whilst this work can be very rewarding, it can also be emotionally demanding, for example, involving significant work dealing with vulnerable young people who can have complex needs. The role could also involve exposure to challenging behaviour from our young people who access our services. About you To be successful in this role you need to: Experience of direct work with young people and the ability to work effectively with care leavers in crisis to provide a solution focussed approach. Essential. Extensive experience of working with young people/families at risk of homelessness. Essential. The ability to manage casework for the children/young people ensuring that needs are reviewed, objectives are set and measuring progress of these. Engage, communicate and work creatively in partnership with the children/young people we support, their support networks and partner organisation. Analyse and interpret complex data and information and make informed decisions, recommendations and prioritise on this basis to gain positive outcomes. Experience of using a range of direct work interventions in crisis situations, working with young people and their families and or support networks. NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent qualification/experience, demonstrating a level of ability in working with young people and families and or support networks. You will need to be able to travel independently around the county, including to areas that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Pool cars and pool bikes are available. For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached. Rewards and Benefits As an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work they do. Upon joining us you will have access to a range of benefits including: For a full list this can be found at our Rewards and Benefits page. About us At West Sussex County Council, we are ambitious for our children and our workforce. We are committed to improving our services for children and families in West Sussex that we support. You will be joining us at a key time on us improvement journey. The work we have started includes establishing a new and experienced leadership team driving forward our 'Children First' improvement plan. The Care Leavers service is part of the overarching Children We Care For and Care Leavers Service, as we work together to improve how young people transition out of care. We don't underestimate the work that still needs to be done and the challenge ahead. That's why we need professionals, like you, who really want to be part of the positive change that is happening. Be part of an ambitious improvement plan and make a significant difference to children and families in West Sussex. There has never been a more rewarding time to join. Further information The reference number for this role is CAFHE06505. For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Naomi Williams (Service Manager - Leaving Care) at . For issues or queries regarding your application please contact . To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and Cover Letter. In your cover letter please outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check. Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact . We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our application help page.
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Highway Steward
West Sussex County Council - Chichester, West Sussex
£33,673 to £36,581 a year
PermanentFull time
About the Job Salary: £33,673 to £36,581 annum. Contract: Permanent Full-time, 37 hours per week. Location: Your base is Drayton Depot, Chichester you will also be required to travel. You will be able to work in a hybrid manner, as determined by the needs of the service. Interview date: Week commencing 12th October 2026 We are looking for a motivated and customer focused individual to become Highway Steward! As a Highway Steward, you will support the delivery of a safe highway network to all residents of West Sussex, through the regular inspection and repair of the highways and enforcement of highway legislation. This role is about effective 'stewardship' of the highway responding to highway matters proactively. You will have a wide range of responsibilities, but the primary focus is responding to customer enquiries; to understand and resolve issues in a timely manner. As the post holder you will also focus on how we can support and enable community groups (e.g. Parishes and Neighbourhood groups) to undertake work themselves. You will be required to travel around the county independently and will need to plan your work efficiently. You will use your own initiative when carrying out duties and these will include physical activities. The role requires flexibility; you will be expected to cover other areas across the whole of the county or focus on other tasks within the role when required to ensure the efficient operation of the service and teams. What are we looking for? Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to anticipate and identify problems, plan solutions, make sound pragmatic problem-solving decisions and make best use of available resources. Strong customer focus with the ability to work within a team that provides a high quality Highways network and effectively raises the profile of Highways maintenance within the Area. Good professional observational skills in order to locate faults in the highway and ability to keep accurate records in order to document findings . Qualifications and/or experience: Full current driver's licence. Basic theoretical knowledge of engineering / civil construction for planning improvements and repairs to the highway, including the Highways Act and NRSWA, and other relevant pieces of legislation, including health and safety, for enforcement work. Sound and accurate IT knowledge. Demonstrable customer service & community engagement skills. Proven successful experience of working as part of a team to effectively meet objectives within agreed / necessary timescales. Working for us As well as adding real value to our service users and our communities, as an employer we recognise our employees are central in being able to achieve this. To recognise this we want to help support your development and provide an great place to work ensuring you can fulfil your full potential, have access to a range of benefits including: an excellent local government pension scheme generous holiday entitlement of 27 days (plus opportunity to buy additional leave) a range of flexible working options, depending on your job role maternity, paternity, dependency and adoption leave volunteering opportunities training and development opportunities, including coaching and mentoring a range of discounts giving our staff access to hundreds of offers; groceries, travel, cinema tickets, days out, leisure activities, high street retailers and the opportunity to save over £1,000 a year through our West Sussex Choices benefits platform (see our Staff discounts page if you are a business looking to offer a discount) health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and Voluntary Health Cash Plans For a full list this can be found at our Rewards and Benefits page. Further information The reference number for this role is EIE01605. For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Gary Jannaway Assistant Area Highways Manager at For issues or queries regarding your application please contact . Sound like the role for you? To apply, please follow the links below upload your CV and Cover Letter. To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and Cover Letter. In your cover letter please outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to 3 years referencing and a health check. Equity, inclusion, accessibility and diversity is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all cultures, ethnicities, identities, backgrounds and lived experiences, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our application help page.
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Contract Lead - Hospital Discharge
West Sussex County Council - Chichester, West Sussex
£49,817 to £53,051 a year
HybridPermanentFull time
Want to make a difference? Adult Social Care is committed to making a difference to the people of West Sussex. You can help us do that. We are looking for people who get things done. An experienced and exceptional Contract Lead who can lead on contract management of our Hospital Discharge contracts, working with our NHS partners and providers to ensure there is a range of services available for people coming out of hospital, reviewing arrangements and supporting ongoing commissioning activity. The teams work closely with partners and providers to ensure services are in place to support people to be discharged from hospital when they are ready and no longer need hospital care. Commissioning ensures that there are a range of services to support people, and where possible people are supported to return home with the care and support that they need. About you You will have a strong understanding of the important role that Adult Social Care can play in people's lives and a commitment to making the customer experience better by working collaboratively with partners and providers. You will have strong analytical, literacy, problem solving and project management skills to manage contracts and produce technical reports which make evidence-based recommendations. You will have strong interpersonal, influencing and persuasion skills to work across organisations and the market to deliver improvements and change. You will have experience or an excellent understanding of working in a public sector environment. You will have a degree or equivalent qualification or experience which demonstrates that level of applied knowledge and understanding to deliver the role. About us The Older People's Commissioning Team, part of West Sussex County Council's Adults Social Care Department, works with a range of resident representatives, service providers, partners, and internal teams to commission services that support older people with care needs to live the lives they want to lead. In this role, you will be an important part of the work, ensuring that services and solutions are available to people across the county to meet the care and support needs of our residents. Take a look at our Commissioning campaign page for further information on the work of the commissioning teams - https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/campaigns/careers-in-the-adults-commissioning-service/ About the job Salary: NJC Grade 12 £49,817 to £53,051 per annum Working Pattern: Full Time (37 hours Monday - Friday) Contract Length: Permanent Location: Hybrid working - Office base is Chichester County Hall please note the role requires regular travel across the county You will need to be able to travel independently around the county, including to areas that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Pool cars and pool bikes available. The reference number for this role is CAFHE06558 For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact For issues or queries regarding your application please contact Interviews are scheduled to be held on the 9th October. To apply Applications should be made by uploading your CV and an accompanying support statement that clearly sets out how you meet each of the skills, qualifications and experience required for the role, which can be found in the attached job description on the West Sussex Application page. Please be advised you will be shortlisted based on your demonstration of how you meet the criteria required for the role. Please ensure you have saved the Job Description attached to the main advert on the Council's website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check. Equity, inclusion, accessibility and diversity is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all cultures, ethnicities, identities, backgrounds and lived experiences, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success. For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme (if you meet the essential criteria), this can be found on our application help page. Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!
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Warehouse Operatives Days & Nights - Temporary
Uniserve - Felixstowe
On-siteTemporaryFull time
Uniserve are seeking Warehouse Operatives to assist and support the Management Team to achieve the warehouse KPI’s. Please note this is a temporary role for 3-4 months Shift Pattern: Days & Nights - Various shifts Key Duties: Accurately complete picking routines and stock checks Prepare products for delivery and check/confirm load accuracy Operate mechanical lifting equipment as required and trained Ensure accurate completion of all required documentation WMS software use to locate and pick products Skills & Experience: Ability to work effectively as part of a team Clear and concise communication skills Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in picking, packing, and shipping Maintains a positive and can-do attitude, even in challenging situations Benefits: Joining our team means you'll not only enjoy a competitive salary and annual reviews, but also some pretty awesome perks: Competitive Salary: We value your skills and commitment. Discretionary Bonus: Because your hard work deserves to be rewarded. Pension Scheme: We've got your future covered. Annual Salary Review: Your growth matters to us. Free Eye Test and up to £69 Vouchers towards Glasses: Taking care of your vision. Interest-Free Company Loan: We're here to support you. Free On-Site Parking: Convenient and hassle-free. Referral Bonus £750: Spread the word and earn some extra cash. Care First Lifestyle Programme: Because your well-being matters. Flu Jabs Annually: Stay healthy, on us. Group Life Policy: We've got you covered. Electric Vehicle Charging Points at Work: Embrace sustainable transport Flexible Career Pathway: Grow with us! Supply Chain Academy: We create, deliver and manage learning that strengthens our organisation and the wider supply chain. Enhanced Holiday Scheme: we believe loyalty should be rewarded. Apprenticeships: Earn while you learn we offer apprenticeships that build talent in vital areas like technology, people, finance, operations and much more. Private Health Care: We are committed to your wellbeing.
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Registered Manager - Residential Care, Ball Tree Croft
West Sussex County Council - Lancing, West Sussex
£49,817 to £53,051 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
We're looking for a Registered Manager to join our wonderful team on a full-time basis. Ball Tree Croft is a Care Quality Commission registered residential care home providing person-centred care and support for up to 15 people over the age of 18 who have a learning disability. In addition, it has four bedrooms where people can have short breaks. An important part of what we do is enabling and encouraging people to be independent and make choices about their day-to-day lives. From what colour they have on their bedroom wall, to riding a bike, going to work, or future planning within the service (their home), we always ensure people are supported to explore opportunities. For example, we have People Ambassadors who represent the voice of the people using our service. About The Job Salary: £49,817 to £53,051 depending on experience Working Pattern: Monday - Thursday 09:00-17:00, Friday 09:00-16:30. You maybe required to work on rota and cover Sleeping In On Call shifts (Monday-Sunday inclusive). Contract Length: Full time, 37 hours per week Location: Ball Tree Croft, Sompting Hear from the team, "The sense of satisfaction I get from the positive support towards better days achievement and recognition of peoples unique personalities and having fun as we go which is really positive for all the people that live and work here, is really important to me." - Paula, Assistant Manager Why not have a look at our dedicated Careers in adults' residential services, day opportunities and shared lives webpage to learn more about the difference you can make! https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/featured-jobs/careers-in-directly-provided-services/ What you'll need to succeed We are looking for a dynamic, motivated individual who can lead the services into the future with a focus on empowering and enabling people to maximise their potential and build and develop their strengths and life skills and have choice and control about their everyday life in a Residential Care setting. You will need to be able to maintain positive and effective relationships in order to advise and influence stakeholders. You will clearly demonstrate a track record of strategic and solution focused achievements. You will have an excellent knowledge of service delivery and management, for example evidencing outcomes for people who have learning disabilities, and providing a kind, caring safe and effective homely environment in line with Care Quality Commission (CQC) and Health and Safety regulations. You will also be able to demonstrate a wide range of subject matter expertise across social care and be up to date with key areas of social care legislation (e.g. Care Act 2014) and the CQC regulations for registered services providing a regulated activity. Please refer to the attached job description for further information. Key Skills & Qualifications and / Experience (Please note these will be used as the shortlisting criteria, which means you need to show how you match these skills in the application questions and your CV) Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to listen and interpret what people are saying and manage difficult, sensitive and contentious issues and concerns in a timely and effective way. Able to influence the actions of others and to negotiate solutions across wide areas of the business and successfully convince others of the need to take a specific course of action to ensure that people's needs are met. Ability to research, analyse and interpret information to make effective judgements in order to review the effectiveness of activities and service provision, plan long term and set timescales, including understanding the broader business environment and context in order to take account of the broader impacts on business. Effective people and performance management skills and the ability to provide direction and motivate and inspire the team. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to develop achievable options that will provide the best outcomes for people, whilst ensuring all resources are managed effectively. Good IT skills in order to analyse and research data, produce reports / statements and monitor budgets. The ability to help lead on incorporating technology into service delivery. Qualifications and/ experience A Professional Health or Social Care Qualification e.g. CQSW, Dip SW, RNLD, CSS, or extensive equivalent and comparable experience. Post graduate professional qualification relating to management; or equivalent level of significant experience is desirable. Registered Manager's Award or equivalent qualification. Extensive experience of working in a residential care centre setting and/or other social care setting. A detailed understanding of the needs of the people you will be supporting (i.e. adults with a learning disability, older people, people with dementia and other cognitive impairments, adults with physical and sensory impairments) and their rights as an individual. Experience of effectively managing / leading staff to deliver a customer focussed service. Demonstrable experience of monitoring and / or managing budgets effectively to deliver a service within available resources. Experience of working in partnership with external bodies or agencies, to achieve a unified multi-agency approach delivering a seamless service to our customers. Further Information Reward and benefits Our values and support for one another is intrinsic to everything we do and will be a key priority within the assessment for this post. We care hugely about wellbeing and developing our team to be the best they can be. For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our Rewards and Benefits page. Further Information The reference number for this role is CAFHE06524. For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Jody Ablitt-Larney at jody.ablitt- How to Apply: Upload your CV and complete the application explaining the key skills listed on the Job Description and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.
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Facilities Officer
West Sussex County Council - Worthing, West Sussex
£28,153 to £29,542 a year
On-sitePermanentPart time
About Us We are recruiting Facilities officers who are passionate about making a difference within our adult's social care homes and day centres across West Sussex. Directly Provided Services (DPS) offers a comprehensive range of social care services managed by West Sussex County Council. These services include 7 day centres and 6 residential services, all with buildings to maintain and situated across the county from Bognor Regis to Horsham to Worthing - (link to connect to support pages). Support can be provided on a long-term basis, for short breaks, or through day care and support options. DPS is dedicated to empowering individuals to maintain and regain their independence while maximising the resources available within their local communities. Facilities officer opportunities in day care and residential services - West Sussex County Council About The Job Salary: £27,254 to £28,598 depending on experience Working Pattern: Part time, 24 hours per week Contract Length: Permanent Location: Worthing / Lancing / Shoreham The successful applicant will play a key role in delivering facilities management (FM) services across a range of sites, ensuring buildings are safe, compliant, and fit for purpose. The role will include monitoring maintenance and repairs, supporting statutory compliance (e.g. fire, water, asbestos), and overseeing contractors such as cleaning and grounds maintenance. This is a mobile role requiring travel between sites, with occasional out-of-hours work to support essential services. Facilities Officers have access to a company van and are provided with a uniform. On-site FM Officers will be managed and supervised by Facilities Management Area Managers and will also receive daily support and guidance from the relevant residential or day service management and senior teams. Working in our environments is highly rewarding, and the role of the Facilities Management Officer is vital in maintaining safe and comfortable spaces for our people, and the FM officers will be expected to approach all workplaces with respect, and awareness of the service users and their comfort in the place they call home. About You To apply for a Facilities Officer role with us you will need: Strong communication skills, and the ability to build positive relationships with colleagues, contractors, and service users. A proactive and adaptable approach, and problem-solving skills. The ability to confidently work independently. Good practical maintenance and DIY skills, including basic plumbing, decorating and carpentry. An understanding that you will be working in a person's home and the importance of dignity and respect for the individual and their environment. Please refer to the attached job description for full Key Skill and Qualifications and/or experience requirements. Rewards and Benefits These include: Availability of a work van for travel between sites if needed (fuel is covered within this) Uniform All tools and personal protective equipment (PPE) included Excellent opportunities for continued professional development. Being part of the Facilities Team, you will be provided with a series of mandatory training such as Asbestos Awareness and Working from Height. You will also have the opportunity to discuss further personalised training as part of your regular conversations with your manager. For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our Rewards and Benefits page. Further Information The reference number for this role is EIE01557. For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Matthew Bigg (Area Facilities Manager) at For issues or queries regarding your application please contact . To apply, upload your CV and complete the application explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check. West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged. For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme, this can be found on our application help page. Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!
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Facilities Officer
West Sussex County Council - Horsham, West Sussex
£27,254 to £28,598 a year
PermanentFull time
About Us We are recruiting Facilities officers who are passionate about making a difference within our adult's social care homes and day centres across West Sussex. Directly Provided Services (DPS) offers a comprehensive range of social care services managed by West Sussex County Council. These services include 7 day centres and 6 residential services, all with buildings to maintain and situated across the county from Bognor Regis to Horsham to Worthing - (link to connect to support pages). Support can be provided on a long-term basis, for short breaks, or through day care and support options. DPS is dedicated to empowering individuals to maintain and regain their independence while maximising the resources available within their local communities. About The Job Salary: £27,254 to £28,598 depending on experience Working Pattern: Full time Contract Length: Permanent Location: Burgess Hill and Horsham area The successful applicant will play a key role in delivering facilities management (FM) services across a range of sites, ensuring buildings are safe, compliant, and fit for purpose. The role will include monitoring maintenance and repairs, supporting statutory compliance (e.g. fire, water, asbestos), and overseeing contractors such as cleaning and grounds maintenance. This is a mobile role requiring travel between sites, with occasional out-of-hours work to support essential services. Facilities Officers have access to a company van and are provided with a uniform. On-site FM Officers will be managed and supervised by Facilities Management Area Managers and will also receive daily support and guidance from the relevant residential or day service management and senior teams. Working in our environments is highly rewarding, and the role of the Facilities Management Officer is vital in maintaining safe and comfortable spaces for our people, and the FM officers will be expected to approach all workplaces with respect, and awareness of the service users and their comfort in the place they call home. About You To apply for a Facilities Officer role with us you will need: Strong communication skills, and the ability to build positive relationships with colleagues, contractors, and service users. A proactive and adaptable approach, and problem-solving skills. The ability to confidently work independently. Good practical maintenance and DIY skills, including basic plumbing, decorating and carpentry. An understanding that you will be working in a person's home and the importance of dignity and respect for the individual and their environment. Please refer to the attached job description for full Key Skill and Qualifications and/or experience requirements. Rewards and Benefits These include: Availability of a work van for travel between sites if needed (fuel is covered within this) Uniform All tools and personal protective equipment (PPE) included Excellent opportunities for continued professional development. Being part of the Facilities Team, you will be provided with a series of mandatory training such as Asbestos Awareness and Working from Height. You will also have the opportunity to discuss further personalised training as part of your regular conversations with your manager. For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our Rewards and Benefits page. Further Information The reference number for this role is EIE01556. For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Matthew Bigg (Area Facilities Manager) at For issues or queries regarding your application please contact . To apply, upload your CV and complete the application explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check. West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged. For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme, this can be found on our application help page. Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!
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Support Worker - Hobbs
West Sussex County Council - Horsham, West Sussex
£13.28 to £13.48 an hour
On-sitePermanentFull time
About the job Our team at Hobbs Field focuses on providing the right balance of the individuality, needs, wishes and rights of the people we support. We're looking for two Support Workers to join our wonderful team on a full time, permanent basis. Salary: £25,614 to £26,016 annual salary, hourly rate: £13.28-£13.48 / depending on experience Contract Length: Permanent Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week Location: Hobbs Field, Horsham About Hobbs Field Hobbs Field is a registered residential care home providing care and support for up to 15 people over the age of 18 who have a learning disability. The Hobbs Field staff team are working to produce new opportunities for people both within the service and through our links with local community groups and volunteers. We support people to live the lives they want with a focus on "Active Support" to increase people's independent living skills. About you About You To become a Support Worker with us you will be: Passionate about supporting people to be the best they can be. Empowering people to live the life they choose. Supporting people to have the opportunities to learn and grow. A good listener, patient and treat all with respect, kindness and dignity. Ensure people have opportunity to be involved in/Co-produce every aspect of their care and support. Support people to maintain friendships/relationships important to them and to make new friendships/relationships. Support people to maintain their health. If you would like to join our dynamic team, take a look at the attached job description . Key skills & Qualifications and experience Key Skills 1. Ability to interpret information, such as service complaints, and then redirect them to the appropriate person to provide quick and accurate resolution. 2. Good communication and interpersonal skills in order to provide clear and concise advice and guidance to a range of people . 3. Ab ility to d eal appropriately with expressive behaviour from the people we support , and respond sensitively to their families and carers. 4. Ab ility to build relationships with people from a wide variety of cultural, religious and ethnic backgrounds. 5. Ability to work as p art of a team completing shared tasks in order to deliver a service to others. Qualifications and experience * Basic literacy and numeracy skills in order to record and document activities in the provider plans. * Basic understanding of the needs of the people we support and their rights as an individual. * Demonstrable successful experience of working as part of a team. * Knowledge of Health and Safety practice, First Aid and Fire procedure, Manual Handling - Desirable * NVQ 2 /Diploma in Care or equivalent qualification - Desirable * Previous experience of working in a care setting and with people who have a disability or are vulnerable - Desirable * Previous experience of running group activities - Desirable Reward and benefits Our values and support for one another is intrinsic to everything we do and will be a key priority within the assessment for this post. We care hugely about wellbeing, allowing time for a good laugh, and developing our team to be the best they can be. For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our Rewards and Benefits page. Further information The reference number for this role is CAFHE06555. For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Ian Storey, Registered Manager How to Apply: Upload your CV and complete the application explaining the key skills listed on the Job Description and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.
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Community Care Assistant
Prestige Nursing + Care - Bath, Somerset
£13.20 to £13.59 an hour
PermanentPart time
Community Care Assistant Bath £13.20 - £13.59 per hour Every Thursday - other weekday shifts available on a ad-hoc basis Due to client requirements we require a driver for this role About Prestige Nursing & Care Bath: Our Bath branch are all long serving and have a vast knowledge of the area and our client base. Our purpose is to provide high quality, community-based specialist home care and support. We aim to work together to achieve the goals of each of our varying clients, and to make a difference in their lives. What we are looking for : We are seeking a compassionate and person centred support worker to assist an elderly autistic gentleman in accessing and engaging in his local community - enjoying the activities he values most. These include attending church, listening to music, exploring art, visiting museums, and going to concerts. In this role, you will accompany and support our client in a way that promotes his independence, well being, and confidence, enabling him to thrive. Requirements : Driving licence and own car - essential Experience supporting autistic individuals or people with similar needs A patient, empathetic, and person centred approach Strong communication and interpersonal skills Reliability and a commitment to building trust Willingness to support community based activities such as church, museums, and concerts What we offer: £13.20 - £13.59 - per hour You will be paid the National Minimum Wage for all attended training sessions, eLearning courses & shadow shifts We offer the flexibility of a zero-hour contract. Work with our own clients Pension scheme Blue light card Enhanced Maternity/Paternity and Adoption schemes Continued professional development to support you & your career Holiday pay Employee Assistance line - available 24/7 and fully confidential for our staff Support from your local branch team and out of hours support Want to find out how you can make life better for yourself and the people you care for? Apply today. In line with CQC & Care Inspectorate regulations, we require and will undertake Enhanced DBS/PVG, Right to Work, Reference and Employment History checks in line with Government guidelines for this role and safer recruitment best practice. Whilst we endeavour to keep the recruitment process as short as possible, due to the nature of these important checks there may be extension to timelines. All our clients are equally entitled to have their needs met in a safe, fair and balanced way. Prestige Nursing & Care colleagues are responsible for promoting Equal Opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any client or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, identity or any other perceived difference. You may be asked to provide your employment details through HMRC.
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Professional Support Worker - BA3
Prestige Nursing + Care - Radstock, Somerset
£13.20 to £13.20 an hour
PermanentPart time
Looking to step into a role that matters? Become a Support Worker today. Apply now! Professional Support Worker - Radstock Hours - Every Tuesday 9am - 4pm Pay - £13.20 per hour Driving licence, own car and business insurance required What we are looking for: We are seeking a caring and dependable Support Worker to deliver high quality assistance to a young man with autism, supporting him to access and participate in activities within the community. This is a fulfilling opportunity to have a meaningful impact, helping an individual flourish while encouraging independence through person-centred support. About the role: Providing person centred care on a 1:1 basis Supporting client to participate in activities in the community Regular shift every week Requirements: Must be local to Radstock Previous experience working in a similar role Driving licence, own car and business insurance required What we offer: £13.20 per hour You will be paid the National Minimum Wage for all attended training sessions, eLearning courses & shadow shifts We offer the flexibility of a zero-hour contract. Work with our own clients Pension scheme Blue light card Enhanced Maternity/Paternity and Adoption schemes Continued professional development to support you & your career Holiday pay Employee Assistance line - available 24/7 and fully confidential for our staff Support from your local branch team and out of hours support Want to find out how you can make life better for yourself and the people you care for? Apply today. In line with CQC & Care Inspectorate regulations, we require and will undertake Enhanced DBS/PVG, Right to Work, Reference and Employment History checks in line with Government guidelines for this role and safer recruitment best practice. Whilst we endeavour to keep the recruitment process as short as possible, due to the nature of these important checks there may be extension to timelines. All our clients are equally entitled to have their needs met in a safe, fair and balanced way. Prestige Nursing & Care colleagues are responsible for promoting Equal Opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any client or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, identity or any other perceived difference. You may be asked to provide your employment details through HMRC.
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