We currently have Assistant Support worker (full time (37.5 hours per week and part time 22.5 hours per week) positions available at our service in Winslow. (MK18).
At Hightown, we`re a housing charity that builds homes and support people . In Crowthorne we provide high-quality care and support to adults with learning and physical disabilities.
We are looking for some great new Support Workers to join our team who have the right values, behaviours and attitudes to be the difference. We have part time and full time vacancies available.
Due to the nature of the support we offer at this location the role is only open to female applicants. We have various shifts available ranging from 22.5 hours per week to 37.5 hours per week.
Who we are looking for
We`re keen to recruit individuals who care regardless of qualifications or experience. We care more about you sharing and demonstrating our values, which are:
Putting our residents and service users first
Treating people with respect , promoting independence and choice
Developing passionate and committed teams
Being cost effective without compromising standards or safety
We will give you all the training and support you need to do the role including a qualification in health and social care, if you don`t already have one.
If you share our values, we`d love you to work for us.
You`ll be empowering our service users to lead the life they want and you`ll support them with their favourite music, aromatherapy and hydrotherapy sessions, going out for walks and swimming. You`ll join a strong, supportive team who are great communicators and able to engage with our residents who are mainly nonverbal. As part of the role you will be required to provide personal care and support with eating and drinking. It is a challenging but rewarding role where you can really be the difference to someone`s life.
You will need to want to work shifts (full or part time), hold a uk driving licence and have access to a car for work, unfortunately at this time we cannot offer visa sponsorship and you will therefore need to demonstrate the right to work in the UK
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you or you want to have an informal chat, please contact us on 01442 292291or recruitment@hightownha.org.uk
Benefits
In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes:
Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service
£12 per hour
Regular support from your line manager and colleagues
Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance
Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary
Annual salary and cost of living review
Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing
Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support
Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary
Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a £130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us
Friendly and supportive team environment
Employee assistance helpline
Mileage paid for car usage
Fully paid DBS
If you are interested in joining our friendly team, please download the job description and click apply below.
Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.
To stay safe in your job search we recommend that you visit SAFERjobs, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat job scams. Visit the SAFERjobs website for information on common scams and to get free, expert advice for a safer job search.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
We are a Disability Confident Employer.
Join us as a Senior Finance Officer and take charge of the day-to-day activities of our Financial Operations Team. Your responsibilities will include overseeing banking transactions, reconciliations, and Direct Debit management in accordance with established procedures. You'll lead a small team, ensuring the accurate maintenance of client information within our housing system.
Care and Supported Housing
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Changing the Lives of Homeless People:
When you hear the word homeless, what do you see?
Desperation, psychological issues, no fixed abode, begging, stereotypes, sleeping in the same clothes, loneliness, health issues, looking for safety, someone who has struggled in life with addiction
What does home mean for you?
Security, personal space, Somewhere you can make your own choices, Being part of society, Being happy, Sanctuary, Comfort, Allows you to feel safe, A place to reset and live your life, Somewhere to welcome family and reconnect, Somewhere to create memories.
We asked some of the homeless people we support the above questions and these were some of their answers.
Do you want to be a part of their journey and help them find a solution to the problems that they face?
If you think you could support someone who is homeless to achieve a more settled life then you could be the right person for this role! Open Door are an established, well respected homeless night shelter in St Albans and were Housing Heroes finalist in 2019!
Scheme Manager - Open Door
Open Door is a night shelter providing emergency accommodation for up to 12 single homeless people in St. Albans each night.
The Open Door staff team offer a trauma-informed, safe environment that is person-centred and supports those who come through our doors to get access to the help they need. This could include support to find move-on accommodation, claim benefits, counselling or signposting to specialist agencies for support with things like drug and alcohol addictions.
We`re currently seeking to recruit to the role of Scheme Manager with the right values and behaviours who is able to encourage and nurture a positive workplace culture based on respect and dignity for those experiencing homelessness who are in need of support.
Who we are looking for
We`re keen to recruit someone who can help us ensure our workplace values are at the heart of everything we do. Our values are:
service users first
Treating people with respect, promoting independence and choice
Developing passionate and committed teams
Being cost effective without compromising standards or safety
About the role
As a Scheme Manager, you`ll lead a team and be responsible for overseeing support, advice and assistance to people who are/have been living on the streets so they are able to access and maintain a safe and secure home of their own.
We`re looking for someone who has:
knowledge of relevant legislation in relation to homelessness, housing and the equalities act
an in depth understanding of the multiple and complex needs experienced by homeless people
previous experience of working in services for people experiencing homelessness
previous experience of managing others
previous supervisory experience
The benefits
In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a considerable benefits package which includes:
Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service
£32,391 pa for a 37.5 hour a week contract
Regular support from your line manager and colleagues
Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance
Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary
Annual salary and cost of living review
Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing
Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support
Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary
Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a £130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us
Friendly and supportive team environment
Employee assistance helpline
Mileage paid for car usage
To stay safe in your job search we recommend that you visit SAFERjobs, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat job scams. Visit the SAFERjobs website for information on common scams and to get free, expert advice for a safer job search.
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Seeking a meticulous Voids Coordinator to join our team. Responsible for overseeing all voids within the team, this role ensures efficient completion of necessary works to bring properties back to a lettable standard. Key duties include raising void-related work orders, managing certifications, maintaining live records, and liaising with internal teams and external contractors.
About Us
Hightown is a charitable housing association (operating in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire) aiming to help people who need support and care or who cannot afford to buy or rent a home at market values. We do this by building hundreds of much needed new homes and providing care and supported housing services for a wide range of people.
We currently manage over 8,600 homes - mostly in the Dacorum, St Albans, Watford, Aylesbury Vale, North Herts and Hertsmere districts and employ over 1,000 staff across our care and supported housing schemes.
About the Role
We currently have an open opportunities for a full time (37.5 hours) Assistant Support Worker to join our supported living service in Princes Risborough which has twenty two flats for people with enduring mental health problems.
We are looking for caring, enthusiastic people who enjoy helping others and seeing the difference their support can make to enable individuals to lead independent and fulfilling lives.
Working as part of a dedicated team, your role as an Assistant Support Worker is to provide appropriate support to service users with their day to day needs within their own home, which may be in a supported living scheme or in the wider community. This may involve providing assistance with life skills such as shopping, managing budgets and domestic tasks such as cooking and cleaning. As an Assistant Support Worker you will follow agreed support plans and risk assessments to ensure that we are providing a service that meets each individual`s needs, supports their aspirations and maximises their independence.
About You
You do not need sector experience as we provide a structured induction and comprehensive training to support you with your role and you will have the opportunity to gain an accredited vocational qualification.
We are looking for passionate people who with a `can-do` attitude who are driven by the desire to make a difference and who have the ability to recognise the wishes and needs of vulnerable adults and communicate effectively using different methods according to people`s needs.
You will need to be able to work shifts as part of a rota system (which will include sleep ins) which will include weekend and bank holiday working. You must be able to work as part of a team to deliver an excellent service to the people we support and be flexible in your approach to work. You will have a commitment to equality and diversity and take a positive approach to supporting people with learning disabilities.
Benefits
In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes:
Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service
£23,400pa for a 37.5 hour a week contract (£12 per hour)
Regular support from your line manager and colleagues
Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance
Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary
Annual salary and cost of living review
Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing
Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support
Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary
Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a £130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us
Blue Light Card, giving you big savings on hundreds of high street brands, gym memberships, restaurants and cinema tickets.
Friendly and supportive team environment
Employee assistance helpline
Mileage paid for car usage
Fully paid DBS
If you are interested in joining our friendly team, please download the job description and click apply below.
Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.
To stay safe in your job search we recommend that you visit SAFERjobs, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat job scams. Visit the SAFERjobs website for information on common scams and to get free, expert advice for a safer job search.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
We are a Disability Confident Employer.
Hightown is a registered housing provider with charitable status, and we build homes and support people . We have big ambitions and are doing our part to help tackle the Housing Crisis by building as many homes as we can.
We...
Manage over 8,000 homes,
Have an annual turnover of £126 million,
Operate 93 care and support services, supporting over 776 service users.
Have over 1,000 dedicated full and part time staff.
We offer a graduate training scheme, which is a fantastic opportunity to join Hightown and gain experience in the housing sector.
We`re looking for individuals who have the right values, behaviours, and attitudes to be the difference which are:
Putting our residents and service users first
Treating people with respect , promoting independence and choice
Developing passionate and committed teams
Being cost effective without compromising standards or safety
If you share our values, we`d love to hear from you.
About the role
You`ll receive an effective grounding in a charitable housing association through a two-year intensive programme. It is designed to give you a broad and diverse experience of how Hightown works and how you can contribute to the delivery of our vision and values.
From day one, you`ll enjoy an incredibly varied learning experience by working with experts across many disciplines on a number of different placements including housing, homeownership, asset management, project management and customer service. You`ll experience Hightown hands-on and you`ll be given the responsibility to take ownership of real projects which will make a difference.
Hear from our graduates and view case studies here
This is two-year graduate program, which will be expected to complete in its entirety.
We offer support to obtain a Professional Qualification (Chartered Institute of Housing, more details here )
Who we are looking for
We`re looking for someone who:
Can demonstrate enthusiasm and a `can do` attitude
Has good verbal and numerical reasoning
Has excellent communication and report writing skills
Is able to demonstrate good time management and the ability to prioritise workload
Is a car driver and has access to a vehicle
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has recently left university or who is due to graduate in Summer 2024 and is seeking a career where you can make a real difference.
The benefits
In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a considerable benefits package which includes:
Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 34 days with appropriate service
Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding services
Regular support from your line manager, designated mentor and colleagues
Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance
Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary
Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing
Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary
Employee assistance helpline
Mileage covered for work related car travel
Well-equipped on-site gym
Hybrid working
All candidates must be able to commute to our Head Office in Hemel Hempstead.
We also operate a hybrid working arrangement where employees can work from home up to two days per week after training and subject to the needs of the business.
The Recruitment Process
Deadline for applications: 5th July 2024. We shall be doing video screening call throughout the advertising period.
The Assessment Centre: 23rd July 2024 at our Head Office in Hemel Hempstead for all shortlisted candidates.
We anticipate that our new Graduates will be onboarded in September 2024.
All successful applicants will need to undertake an Enhanced DBS as part of the reference check process.
We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer
About Us
Hightown is a charitable housing association operating principally in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Berkshire and Buckinghamshire. We believe everyone should have a home and the support they need, so our aim is to build new homes and to provide excellent housing and support. We currently manage over 8,000 homes and employ over 1,000 full and part time staff from our head office in Hemel Hempstead. We have an annual turnover of £120 million and a development programme that will deliver over 400 new affordable homes each year. About the Role
We currently have a full time (37.5 hours) Support Worker position at our supported housing scheme, Willow House, in Aylesbury.
Working as part of a dedicated team, you will provide support to service users with their day to day needs, within the service or out in the community. This may involve personal care and also helping to promote life skills such as shopping, managing budgets and housework. You will follow agreed support plans and risk assessments to ensure that we are providing a service that meets each individual`s needs, supports their aspirations and maximises their independence.
Working as part of a dedicated team, your role as an Support Worker is to provide appropriate support to service users with their day to day needs within their own home, which may be within the service or in the wider community. This may involve providing assistance with life skills such as shopping, managing budgets and domestic tasks such as cooking and cleaning. As a Support Worker you will create and follow agreed support plans and risk assessments to ensure that we are providing a service that meets each individual`s needs, supports their aspirations and maximises their independence.
About You
If you have previously worked in a care setting or health and social care field and have experience of providing support to vulnerable people then this role could be perfect for you. We are looking for passionate people who are driven by the desire to make a difference and create a person-centered environment.
You will work well in a team and have the ability to recognise the wishes and needs of the people you care for and communicate effectively using different methods according to peoples needs.
It is essential that you are able to work to a rota and preferably you will have a driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Benefits
In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes:
Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service
£13 per hour
Regular support from your line manager and colleagues
Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance
Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary
Annual salary and cost of living review
Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing
Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support
Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary
Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a £130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us
Friendly and supportive team environment
Employee assistance helpline
Mileage paid for car usage
Fully paid DBS
If you are interested in joining our friendly team, please download the job description and click apply below.
Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.
To stay safe in your job search we recommend that you visit SAFERjobs, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat job scams. Visit the SAFERjobs website for information on common scams and to get free, expert advice for a safer job search.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
We are a Disability Confident Employer.
Youth Support Worker - Young People`s Housing Service - Hemel Hempstead
Full time - 37.5 hours per week - £25,350 pa
At Hightown, we`re a housing charity that builds homes and supports people. In Hemel Hempstead we provide high-quality care and support to young people aged 16 and 24 who are homeless to support them to move on as part of our YPHS service.
We're looking for great Youth Support Workers to join our team who have the right values, behaviours and attitudes to be the difference.
Who we are looking for
We`re keen to recruit individuals who care regardless of qualifications or experience. We care more about you sharing and demonstrating our values, which are:
Putting our residents and service users first
Treating people with respect, promoting independence and choice
Developing passionate and committed teams
Being cost effective without compromising standards or safety
If you share our values, we`d love you to work for us.
If you`re someone who is able to recognise the wishes and needs of vulnerable young people, responds well in a crisis and can work independently, we will give you all the training and support you need to do the role including a qualification in health and social care if you don`t already have one.
About the role
You`ll be empowering young people to lead independent and fulfilling lives with the support of a network of staff, social workers and local authority partners. You`ll use a positive approach to support them to develop independent living skills such as cooking, cleaning and budgeting so they can move into their own accommodation. You will also enable them to access work and educational opportunities and healthcare services. It will be a challenging but rewarding role where you can really be the difference to a vulnerable young persons` life.
We provide a 24 hour service so you must be able to work shifts as part of a rota system which will include weekend and bank holiday working as well as sleep-ins. You must also have a drivers licence and access to a vehicle.
Please note that a condition of your employment is that you commit to starting the following qualification within one year of joining Hightown:
Frontline Staff - NVQ Level 3 or equivalent Children and Young Peoples Workforce Diploma
The Benefits
In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes:
Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service
£25,350 pa for a 37.5 hour a week contract
Regular support from your line manager and colleagues
Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance
Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary
Annual salary and cost of living review
Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing
Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support
Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary
Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a £130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us
Friendly and supportive team environment
Employee assistance helpline
Mileage paid for car usage
Fully paid DBS
How to Apply
To apply for the position of Youth Support Worker please complete an online application form.
Please see below for a copy of the Youth Support Worker job description.
Closing date: Sunday 19th May 2024
Interview date: Friday 24th May 2024
Hightown is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Successful candidates will need to have a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service, together with any other relevant recruitment checks.
We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer.
Care and Supported Housing
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Changing the Lives of Homeless People:
When you hear the word homeless, what do you see?
Desperation, psychological issues, no fixed abode, begging, stereotypes, sleeping in the same clothes, loneliness, health issues, looking for safety, someone who has struggled in life with addiction
What does home mean for you?
Security, personal space, Somewhere you can make your own choices, Being part of society, Being happy, Sanctuary, Comfort, Allows you to feel safe, A place to reset and live your life, Somewhere to welcome family and reconnect, Somewhere to create memories.
Do you want to be a part of their journey and help them find a solution to the problems that they face?
Scheme Manager - St Claire's
St Claire's provides vital temporary accommodation for 10 people either waiting for permanent housing or for the local council (St Albans City & District Council) to assess their housing application.
The St Claire’s building was renovated to provide 10 modern, self-contained and fully furnished apartments.
We`re currently seeking to recruit to the role of Scheme Manager with the right values and behaviours who is able to encourage and nurture a positive workplace culture based on respect and dignity for those experiencing homelessness who are in need of support.
Who we are looking for
We`re keen to recruit someone who can help us ensure our workplace values are at the heart of everything we do. Our values are:
service users first
Treating people with respect, promoting independence and choice
Developing passionate and committed teams
Being cost effective without compromising standards or safety
About the role
As a Scheme Manager, you`ll lead a team and be responsible for overseeing support, advice and assistance to people who are/have been living on the streets so they are able to access and maintain a safe and secure home of their own.
We`re looking for someone who has:
knowledge of relevant legislation in relation to homelessness, housing and the equalities act
an in depth understanding of the multiple and complex needs experienced by homeless people
previous experience of working in services for people experiencing homelessness
previous experience of managing others
previous supervisory experience
The benefits
In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a considerable benefits package which includes:
Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service
£17,274 pa for a 20 hour a week contract
Regular support from your line manager and colleagues
Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance
Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary
Annual salary and cost of living review
Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing
Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support
Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary
Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a £130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us
Friendly and supportive team environment
Employee assistance helpline
Mileage paid for car usage
Closing Date: Sunday 19th May 2024
To stay safe in your job search we recommend that you visit SAFERjobs, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat job scams. Visit the SAFERjobs website for information on common scams and to get free, expert advice for a safer job search.
We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer.
About Us
Hightown is a charitable housing association operating principally in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Berkshire and Buckinghamshire. We believe everyone should have a home and the support they need, so our aim is to build new homes and to provide excellent housing and support. We currently manage over 8,000 homes and employ over 1,000 full and part time staff from our head office in Hemel Hempstead. We have an annual turnover of £120 million and a development programme that will deliver over 400 new affordable homes each year.
About the Role
We currently have an opportunity for a full time (37.5 hours) Support Worker to join our supported living service in Princes Risborough which has twenty two flats for people with enduring mental health problems.
We are looking for caring, enthusiastic and experienced carers who enjoy helping others and seeing the difference their support can make to enable individuals to lead independent and fulfilling lives.
Working as part of a dedicated team, your role as an Support Worker is to provide appropriate support to service users with their day to day needs within their own home, which may be in a supported living scheme or in the wider community. This may involve providing assistance with life skills such as shopping, managing budgets and domestic tasks such as cooking and cleaning. As a Support Worker you will follow agreed support plans and risk assessments to ensure that we are providing a service that meets each individual`s needs, supports their aspirations and maximises their independence.
About You
If you have previously worked in a care setting or health and social care field and have experience of providing support to vulnerable people then this role could be perfect for you. We are looking for passionate people who are driven by the desire to make a difference and create a person-centered environment.
We are looking for passionate people who with a `can-do` attitude who are driven by the desire to make a difference and who have the ability to recognise the wishes and needs of vulnerable adults and communicate effectively using different methods according to peoples needs.
You will need to be able to:
Work shifts as part of a rota system which will include weekend and bank holiday working and sleep-ins
Work as part of a team to deliver an excellent service to the people we support
Be flexible in your approach to work
Have a commitment to equality and diversity and take a positive approach to supporting people with learning disabilities
Benefits
In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes:
Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service
£13 per hour
Regular support from your line manager and colleagues
Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance
Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary
Annual salary and cost of living review
Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing
Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support
Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary
Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a £130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us
Blue Light Card, giving you big savings on hundreds of high street brands, gym memberships, restaurants and cinema tickets.
Friendly and supportive team environment
Employee assistance helpline
Mileage paid for car usage
Fully paid DBS
If you are interested in joining our friendly team, please download the job description and click apply below.
Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.
To stay safe in your job search we recommend that you visit SAFERjobs, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat job scams. Visit the SAFERjobs website for information on common scams and to get free, expert advice for a safer job search.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
We are a Disability Confident Employer.
C&SH Scheme Manager - Fletcher Way
Who we are looking for
We`re keen to recruit an individual who shares and demonstrates our values, which are:
Putting our residents and service users first
Treating people with respect, promoting independence and choice
Developing passionate and committed teams
Being cost effective without compromising standards or safety
If you share our values, wed love you to work for us.
About the role
You'll take ownership for managing and empowering the staff team within the scheme on a day-to-day basis to ensure that they consistently deliver exceptional support to our eight service users who have learning disabilities, physical disabilities and some challenging behaviour. You will be a strong, confident and enthusiastic leader with high and firm expectations to motivate and provide guidance to your team as they support each individual to become more independent, and where possible move them on into the community. You will be involved in line management of staff, holding regular supervisions and team meetings to ensure that the support provided is in line with the agreed support plans/ risk assessments whilst developing the service.
You will be responsible for managing the scheme rota and budgets and recruitment and induction of new staff. This role may also require managerial shifts covering the weekend where necessary to ensure full and consistent cover of all shifts.
Do you want a role where no two days are the same?
As an experienced Scheme Manager, you'll be able to demonstrate:
The ability to review and critique service user support plans and risk assessments
A positive attitude towards the people we support
Effective communication both verbally and in writing
The ability to supervise staff effectively
Experience and confidence with change management
You work with clear professional boundaries
Driven and passionate about making a difference to the service
Creative ideas for building the service`s profile
The benefits
In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a considerable benefits package which includes:
Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service
£32,391 pa for a 37.5 hour week
Regular support from your line manager and colleagues
Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance
Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary
Annual salary and cost of living review
Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing
Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support
Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary
Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a £130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us
Friendly and supportive team environment
Employee assistance helpline
Mileage paid for car usage
Fully paid DBS
At Hightown, we`re a housing charity that builds homes and supports people. In Hertfordshire, we provide high-quality care and support to adults with learning disabilities, and we are looking for a fantastic Care and Supported Housing Scheme Manager to join our team based at our scheme in Hemel Hempstead who has the right values, behaviours and attitudes to be the difference.
Closing Date: Sunday 19th May 2024
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. To stay safe in your job search we recommend that you visit SAFERjobs, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat job scams. Visit the SAFERjobs website for information on common scams and to get free, expert advice for a safer job search
We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer
About Us
Hightown is a charitable housing association operating principally in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire,Buckinghamshire and Berkshire. We believe everyone should have a home and the support they need, so our aim is to build new homes and to provide excellent housing and support. We currently manage over 8,000 homes and employ over 1,000 full and part time staff from our head office in Hemel Hempstead. We have an annual turnover of £120 million and a development programme that will deliver over 400 new affordable homes each year. About the Role
We currently have opportunities for full time (37.5 hours per week) Assistant Support Workers at our supported living service for people with learning disabilities in High Wycombe. We are looking for caring, enthusiastic people who enjoy helping others and seeing the difference their support can make to enable individuals to lead independent and fulfilling lives.
Working as part of a dedicated team, your role as an Assistant Support Worker is to provide appropriate support to service users with their day to day needs, within their own home, which may be in a supported living scheme or in the wider community. This may involve providing assistance with personal care and promoting life skills such as shopping, managing budgets and domestic tasks such as cooking and cleaning. As an Assistant Support Worker you will follow agreed support plans and risk assessments to ensure that we are providing a service that meets each individual`s needs, supports their aspirations and maximises their independence.
About You
You do not need sector experience as we provide a structured induction and comprehensive training to support you with your role and you will have the opportunity to gain an accredited vocational qualification.
We are looking for passionate people who with a `can-do` attitude who are driven by the desire to make a difference and who have the ability to recognise the wishes and needs of vulnerable adults and communicate effectively using different methods according to peoples needs.
You will need to be able to work shifts as part of a rota system which will include weekend and bank holiday working. You must be able to work as part of a team to deliver an excellent service to the people we support and be flexible in your approach to work. You will have a commitment to equality and diversity and take a positive approach to supporting people with learning disabilities.
Benefits
In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes:
Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service
£12 per hour
Regular support from your line manager and colleagues
Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance
Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary
Annual salary and cost of living review
Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing
Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support
Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary
Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a £130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us
Access to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for use at work
Access to COVID-19 vaccinations
Friendly and supportive team environment
Employee assistance helpline
Mileage paid for car usage
Fully paid DBS
If you are interested in joining our friendly team, please download the job description and click apply below.
Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.
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We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
We are a Disabilty Confident Employer.
About the Role
We currently have an opportunity for Support Workers at our homeless service, Ardenham House, in Aylesbury.
Part time – 22.5 hours per week
The scheme is commissioned to provide a first stage accommodation for 9 individuals who are currently street homeless. The focus of the service is to provide the required support and advice to equip the clients with the skills to maintain a tenancy and for those you support to look for permanent housing, employment and bring a focus back to their lives within a safe environment.
As a support worker you will be responsible for assessing individual need and developing agreed support plans to ensure we are providing a service that meets each individual`s needs and supports their aspirations. You will also be required to follow risk assessments as well as contribute to risk management planning.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
Has experience of providing support to vulnerable people
Provided advice, guidance and support to homeless individuals
Positively engage with and sustain appropriate relationships with individuals who are often unwilling to engage with services
Deliver practical housing related support through structured link work
Work on own initiative and as a part of a team
Act calmly and respond professionally in stressful and difficult situations
Work predominately 10am to 4/4:30pm shifts over a 7-day period (to be agreed)
We welcome applications from people who have experienced homelessness.
About Us
Hightown is a charitable housing association operating principally in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire. We believe everyone should have a home and the support they need, so our aim is to build new homes and to provide excellent housing and support.
We currently manage over 7,500 homes and employ over 1,000 full and part time staff from our head office in Hemel Hempstead. We have an annual turnover of £120 million and a development programme that will deliver over 400 new affordable homes each year.
Benefits
In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes:
Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service (Pro Rota for Part time)
£15,210 per annum for a 22.5 hour a week contract
Regular support from your line manager and colleagues
Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance
Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary
Annual salary and cost of living review
Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing
Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support
Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary
Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a £130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us
Friendly and supportive team environment
Employee assistance helpline
Mileage paid for car usage
Fully paid DBS
If you are interested in joining our friendly team, please download the job description and click apply below.
Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.
Closing Date: Monday 20th May 2024
Interview Date: Friday 31st May 2024
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We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer.
About the Role
We currently have full time opportunities for Assistant Support Workers to join our supported living service at Meadow Way in Priestwood, Bracknell where you will provide residential care for individuals with learning disabilities. We are looking for caring, enthusiastic people who enjoy helping others and seeing the difference their support can make to enable individuals to lead independent and fulfilling lives.
Working as part of a dedicated team, your role as an Assistant Support Worker is to provide appropriate support to service users with their day to day needs, within their own home, which may be in a supported living scheme or in the wider community. This may involve providing assistance with personal care and promoting life skills such as shopping, managing budgets and domestic tasks such as cooking and cleaning. As an Assistant Support Worker you will follow agreed support plans and risk assessments to ensure that we are providing a service that meets each individual`s needs, supports their aspirations and maximises their independence.
About You
You do not need sector experience as we provide a structured induction and comprehensive training to support you with your role and you will have the opportunity to gain an accredited vocational qualification.
We are looking for passionate people with a `can-do` attitude who are driven by the desire to make a difference and who have the ability to recognise the wishes and needs of vulnerable adults and communicate effectively using different methods according to people`s needs.
You will need to be able to work shifts as part of a rota system which will include weekend and bank holiday working. You must be able to work as part of a team to deliver an excellent service to the people we support and be flexible in your approach to work. You will have a commitment to equality and diversity and take a positive approach to supporting people with learning disabilities.
You will need a full UK driving licence for these roles but you do not need your own car as we have scheme vehicles.
Benefits
In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes:
Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service
£12 per hour
Regular support from your line manager and colleagues
Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance
Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary
Annual salary and cost of living review
Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing
Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support
Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary
Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a £130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us
Friendly and supportive team environment
Employee assistance helpline
Mileage paid for car usage
Fully paid DBS
If you are interested in joining our friendly team, please download the job description and click apply below.
Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.
To stay safe in your job search we recommend that you visit SAFERjobs, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat job scams. Visit the SAFERjobs website for information on common scams and to get free, expert advice for a safer job search.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
We are a Disability Confident Employer.
About Us
Hightown is a charitable housing association operating principally in Hertfordshire, Berkshire and Buckinghamshire. We believe everyone should have a home and the support they need, so our aim is to build new homes and to provide excellent housing and support. We currently manage over 8,000 homes and employ over 1,000 full and part time staff from our head office in Hemel Hempstead. We have an annual turnover of £120 million and a development programme that will deliver over 400 new affordable homes each year.
We currently have three fantastic opportunities for full time (37.5 hours) Assistant Support Workers at our supported living service in Lord Alexander House.
We are looking for caring, enthusiastic and resilient people who enjoy helping others and seeing the difference their support can make to enable individuals to lead independent and fulfilling lives.
We currently havethree opportunities for Support Workers at our supported living service in Hemel Hempstead. The roles are full time (37.5 hours per week).
We are looking for caring, enthusiastic people who enjoy helping others and seeing the difference their support can make to enable individuals to lead independent and fulfilling lives. Lord Alexander House provides purpose built flats for people with mental health issues.
We are looking for a committed and motivated person to provide a high-quality HR service, advising on a range of employee relation issues in a small, dynamic and friendly Human Resource team working for a company who values its employees and residents we support.
Who are we?
At Hightown, we're a charitable housing association that builds homes and supports people. We provide affordable homes and a wide range of care and supported housing services across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire. Our aim is to deliver demonstrable social value and impact in all of our activities.
To support the fantastic work we do we are seeking to recruit an Employee Relations Officer to help support the wider Human Resources team as they develop and deploy policies and procedures which support our People Plans across the whole company.
About the Role
Working as part of a dedicated and committed in-house HR Team you will support the full employee lifecycle and;
Advise managers and staff on all ER issues and lead on case management including Absence, Flexible Working, Probation, Capability
Confidently and proactively review, update and develop policies to support the People Plan in line with legislation and best practice
Provide support to the Employee Relations Manager, including maintaining databases, preparing letter templates, attending meetings, taking minutes, filing, policy research and updates
Prepare and analyse data for regular HR reports
Support wider HR initiatives as required
Who we are looking for
To be successful in the role you will be able to demonstrate experience of working in a HR team and have;
Casework experience within Employee Relations and knowledge of employment law and best practice
Experience in delivering an HR service within a busy working environment
Confidence in delivering advice to all levels of staff and challenge constructively where necessary
A passion for reducing absence and promoting health and wellbeing
A high level of organisational skills with the ability to understand detailed information
A CIPD qualification or part qualified or equivalent experience
Additionally the successful candidate will share our core values:
At Hightown we ensure our workplace values are at the heart of everything we do. Our values are:
Putting our residents and service users first
Treating people with respect, promoting independence and choice
Developing passionate and committed teams
Being cost effective without compromising standards or safety
Our Benefits
In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a considerable benefits package which includes:
Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year including bank holidays, rising with service to 35 days
Competitive salary of £33,425 pa for a 35 hour week
Ability to work from home two days per week by agreement
Workplace Pension Scheme
Free staff car park facility
Discretionary annual bonus based on satisfactory performance
Monthly attendance bonus of 1.25%
Regular market reviews of salary and cost of living
Life assurance cover of three times your annual salary
Employee health and wellbeing programmes & access to onsite gym facilities
Ongoing training and support to deliver outstanding support
Closing date: Wednesday 22nd May 2024
Interview date: Tuesday 28th and Wednesday 29th May 2024
Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible. If we have a high number of applications we may close the vacancy earlier.
We are an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident Employer.
We have an exciting opportunity for a full time Property Services Inspector - Damp and Mould Lead to join an existing team of inspectors responsible for the standard of communal areas and appearance of Hightown properties.
As a PSI D&D Lead, you will have good technical knowledge within the housing construction field and will be expected to carry out regular inspections and following up actions needed to meet the high standards expected by residents.