Total 543 job vacancies in Nottingham, NG3 6AA

Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant

Location: NG15

Weekly Pay: £350 - £380 (Take Home Pay)

Hours of Work: 8:30am - 3:30pm / 35 hours per week (term-time only)

Start Date: ASAP

Responsible to: Inclusion Manager, SENDCo & Assistant Head Teacher

Post Objective: To provide in-class behavioural support to promote individual students' progress.

Role benefits: Free lunch | Strong transport links | CPD opportunities | permanent opportunity

Role Information

Classroom Support:
- Under the direction of the Inclusion Manager, work with individuals and small groups of students within a classroom situation to ensure each child has the maximum access to all learning activities.
- In liaison with teaching staff, plan, prepare and deliver the support needed, developing strategies to achieving positive behavioural outcomes.
- Support teaching staff with appropriate strategies when dealing with challenging behaviour.
- Ensure pupils receive regular and constructive feedback with regards to their progress.

Additional Student Support:
- Arrange and develop 1-1 mentoring programmes to support students in managing their own classroom behaviour and learning.
- Work with teaching staff in the planning and implementation of individual behaviour support programmes for named children or small groups.
- Meeting individual children or small groups to support them through withdrawal from classes or through meetings arranged at other times in the school day.
- Develop and deliver group workshops for students identified with Behavioural, Social and Emotional Difficulties (BSED).
- Small group work intervention for Maths and English
- Liaise with Alternative Education Providers, parents and teaching staff on student progress.
- Challenge and motivate students to promote self-esteem.
- To undertake individual support for students through internal and external exams.
- To support the inclusion manager in the day to day running of the isolation unit within school.

If you feel you would be the right fit for this role, then please apply through submitting your CV. If you are a successful applicant, you will be contacted by Adam Crofts to arrange the next steps in the progression of your application.

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 33.3 hours per week

Worker Type: Hybrid Worker

Salary: Soulbury B 4-6 plus up to 3 SPAs

Location: Dragon Court, 1 Woolsthorpe Close, Nottingham, NG3 3BP

We’ve got an exciting opportunity available for talented individuals to join our workforce - perhaps this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for? Read on to find out more…

Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. As well as competitive pay, great leave entitlement and access to a generous pension scheme, we strive to create an innovative, inclusive and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best.

In return, we are looking for people like you - people who are innovative, driven and committed to serving and improving Nottingham. So, if you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of those who live and work in our city, we want to hear from you.

* You can read more about the different benefits offered to colleagues working for Nottingham City Council here.

About the Role

We are delighted to invite applications for the role of a Senior Educational Psychologist in Nottingham EPS and to join our creative and dynamic team of EPs.

Nottingham City Educational Psychology Service

• The EPS is highly regarded by schools and within the wider Local Authority.
• We have a strong traded offer for schools and the majority of schools commission EP services.
• We use psychology in creative and dynamic ways. This is particularly valued by schools e.g. using Circle of Adults to support inclusion.
• We are a warm and friendly team who value the contribution of all EPs in shaping the service.
• Our psychologists are reflective practitioners who use creative problem solving to improve the lives of children and young people in Nottingham City.
• EPs work in a culturally vibrant and diverse city which is reflected in the school population.
• We are co-located with specialist teaching teams which offers good opportunities to collaborate across services.

About You

We are looking for a psychologist who:

• Is a professionally qualified Educational Psychologist with HCPC registration.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Works within a consultative/joint problem solving framework
• Applies psychology in creative ways to have a positive impact on young people both at a casework level and at a systemic level.
• Has excellent written communication skills and competent use of information technology and good organisational skills
• Has excellent skills in leading and managing and who can effectively support the PEP in setting the strategic direction of the EP service
• Can adapt their management style to suit individual needs and who can deal with challenge with empathy and rigour and work collaboratively both within the team and within the wider Local Authority to enable further change and development

- A DBS enhanced check for a regulated activity is required for this post.

You can find the job description for this post here

At Nottingham City Council we believe that work is what you do, not where you do it. We offer different working arrangements, depending on the role, including hybrid working. Further information on Worker Types and what these mean in terms of how and where you work can be found on the additional information for applicants page.

For informal enquiries please contact Lisa DeSouza, Principal Educational Psychologist, by telephone on 0115 876 5829 or by email at lisa.desouza@nottinghamcity.gov.uk.

Closing Date: 3rd December 2024

Please note there may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Interviews will be held: 11th December 2024

If you have any technical issues when completing your application, please contact our Employee Service Centre: https://emss.freshdesk.com/support/home

By applying to this job, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.

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Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 37 hours per week

Worker Type: Hybrid

Salary: Soulbury Scale A 1-6 plus up to 3 SPA points. Successful applicants will start at a minimum Scale A point 4

Location: Nottingham City Educational Psychology Service, Dragon Court, 1 Woolsthorpe Close, Nottingham, NG8 3BP,

We’ve got an exciting opportunity available for talented individuals to join our workforce - perhaps this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for? Read on to find out more…

Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. As well as competitive pay, great leave entitlement and access to a generous pension scheme, we strive to create an innovative, inclusive and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best.

In return, we are looking for people like you - people who are innovative, driven and committed to serving and improving Nottingham. So, if you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of those who live and work in our city, we want to hear from you.

* You can read more about the different benefits offered to colleagues working for Nottingham City Council here.

About the Role

We are delighted to invite applications for the roles of Maingrade Educational Psychologists in Nottingham EPS and to join our creative and dynamic team of EPs. We have 3 FTE posts available.

Nottingham City Educational Psychology Service

• The EPS is highly regarded by schools and within the wider Local Authority.
• We have a strong traded offer for schools and the majority of schools commission EP services.
• We use psychology in creative and dynamic ways. This is particularly valued by schools e.g. using Circle of Adults to support inclusion.
• We are a warm and friendly team who value the contribution of all EPs in shaping the service.
• Our psychologists are reflective practitioners who use creative problem solving to improve the lives of children and young people in Nottingham City.
• EPs work in a culturally vibrant and diverse city which is reflected in the school population.
• We are co-located with specialist teaching teams which offers good opportunities to collaborate across services

About You

For the Maingrade EP roles, we are looking for a professional who:

• Is a professionally qualified Educational Psychologist with HCPC registration. We also welcome applications from Y2/3 Trainee EPs.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Works within a consultative/joint problem solving framework
• Applies psychology in creative ways to have a positive impact on young people both at a casework level and at a systemic level.
• Has excellent written communication skills and competent use of information technology
• Has good organisational skills

- A DBS enhanced check for a regulated activity is required for this post.

You can find the job description for this post here

At Nottingham City Council we believe that work is what you do, not where you do it. We offer different working arrangements, depending on the role, including hybrid working. Further information on Worker Types and what these mean in terms of how and where you work can be found on the additional information for applicants page.

For informal enquiries please contact Lisa DeSouza, Principal Educational Psychologist by telephone on 0115 876 5829 or by email at lisa.desouza@nottinghamcity.gov.uk.

Closing Date: 3rd December 2024

Please note there may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Interviews will be held:18th December 2024

If you have any technical issues when completing your application, please contact our Employee Service Centre: https://emss.freshdesk.com/support/home

By applying to this job, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.

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Contract Type: Fixed Term for 12 Months

Working Hours: 37 Hours per week

Worker Type: Hybrid Worker

Salary: Starting Salary is £25,992 rising to £26,835 per annum (pro rata for part-time)

Location: The Mary Potter Centre, Hyson Green, Nottingham, NG7 5HY

We’ve got an exciting opportunity available for talented individuals to join our workforce - perhaps this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for? Read on to find out more…

Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. As well as competitive pay, great leave entitlement and access to a generous pension scheme, we strive to create an innovative, inclusive and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best.

In return, we are looking for people like you - people who are innovative, driven and committed to serving and improving Nottingham. So, if you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of those who live and work in our city, we want to hear from you.

* You can read more about the different benefits offered to colleagues working for Nottingham City Council here.

About the Role

HSCCs support the successful delivery of Adult Social Care (ASC) through the provision of excellent customer service to all customers (including members of the public, citizens, commissioners, health colleagues, ASC employees and other agencies). They act as point of contact for telephone, e-mail, website and written enquiries directed to the service area. They provide the team’s administrative functions processing and recording assessments and referrals.

HSCCs also send correspondence which includes legal documentation and organise, develop and maintain accurate and confidential records and filing systems.

About You

The successful candidate will provide support to various Adult Social Care Teams, which completes assessments to ensure that decisions are made in the best interests of citizens.

We are a small supportive team based at The Mary Potter Centre. The successful candidate will work closely with one other HSCCs. Hybrid working from home is available by negotiation in this role.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Ability to assist in resolving and monitoring non-complex customer queries or complaints;
• Experience of undertaking a range of office and administrative duties including inputting referrals onto electronic systems, answering the phone and taking messages, filing, photocopying and scanning documents;
• Ability to manage your own workload;
• Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive and complex information;

- A DBS enhanced check for a regulated activity is required for this post.

You can find the job description for this post here

At Nottingham City Council we believe that work is what you do, not where you do it. We offer different working arrangements, depending on the role, including hybrid working. Further information on Worker Types and what these mean in terms of how and where you work can be found on the additional information for applicants page.

For informal enquiries please contact Donna Wilde, by email at donna.wilde@nottinghamcity.gov.uk

Closing Date: 27th November 2024

Please note there may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Interviews will be held: TBC

If you have any technical issues when completing your application, please contact our Employee Service Centre: https://emss.freshdesk.com/support/home

By applying to this job, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.

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Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 37 hours (week)

Worker Type: Hybrid Worker

Salary: Starting Salary is £35,235 (Level one) rising to £37,938 (Level four) per annum (pro rata for part-time)

Location: Various community bases

We’ve got an exciting opportunity available for talented individuals to join our workforce - perhaps this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for? Read on to find out more…

Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. As well as competitive pay, great leave entitlement and access to a generous pension scheme, we strive to create an innovative, inclusive and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best.

In return, we are looking for people like you - people who are innovative, driven and committed to serving and improving Nottingham. So, if you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of those who live and work in our city, we want to hear from you.

* You can read more about the different benefits offered to colleagues working for Nottingham City Council here.

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to join our innovative and dynamic CAMHS team. The post holder will be a member of one of our community-based teams working in partnership with social care, health and education agencies. To deliver accessible therapeutic support for children & young people with a range of emotional & mental health difficulties. The children & young people who access our services present with a wide range of emotional and mental health difficulties ranging from mild to moderate.

As a CAMHS Level 2 Practitioner you will be an integral team member offering consultation, assessment and evidence-based interventions to children and young people we serve.

The post-holder will work as part of the Targeted CAMHS Citywide team in the community as part of a multi disciplinary team delivering, high-quality; brief outcome focused therapeutic interventions for children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties, these may include anxiety, low mood and behavioural difficulties.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Relevant professional qualification in mental health nursing, psychotherapy, counselling or above in a relevant field. IAPT or therapeutic training highly desirable, for example; Post graduate qualification in CBT, BA counselling or psychotherapy.
• Direct experience as practitioner in a mental health setting with children.
• Knowledge and skills of how to work therapeutically with Children & Young People with anxiety, depression, and other mental health related problem issues.
• Ability to provide effective interventions, experience of facilitating group work, training, consultation and assessments including risk assessments. This role will involve working with vulnerable Children & Young People with risk behaviours.
• Knowledge and existing skills regarding a range of therapeutic interventions and their application to practice for a wide range of mental health presentations. Including a sound knowledge of theory and its application to evidence based practice.

A DBS enhanced check for a regulated activity is required for this post.

You can find the job description for this post here

At Nottingham City Council we believe that work is what you do, not where you do it. We offer different working arrangements, depending on the role, including hybrid working. Further information on Worker Types and what these mean in terms of how and where you work can be found on the additional information for applicants page.

For informal enquiries please contact Sharon O'Love (CAMHS Manager) by email at sharon.o'love@nottinghamcity.gov.uk

Closing Date: 26th November 2024

Please note there may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Interviews will be held: TBC

If you have any technical issues when completing your application, please contact our Employee Service Centre: https://emss.freshdesk.com/support/home

By applying to this job, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Please see the attached job description and personal specification documents for a detailed description of responsibilities.

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MAIN DUTIES Facilitate the ongoing support of frail and complex Haringey clients in their homes and the wider community. You will be actively supporting the avoidance of unplanned hospital admissions wherever possible through your clinical knowledge and support from the Multi-disciplinary Team. . Be aware of and utilise the resources a multi-disciplinary team offers in the provision of total patient care. To support manage the team on a day to day basis, providing other staff with your clinical knowledge for better decision making and skills development. Act as a link for the MACC Team with GPs, other community based nurses, LAS, Social Services and other relevant professional areas And organisations as necessary. Use the standardized initial assessment tool used by all MACC Team professionals to gain a holistic overview of health and social care need. Undertake a comprehensive baseline assessment for each identified patient in conjunction with the AEC consultant, patient, relatives, carers and patient care team. Use the assessment to agree and implement a patient held personalised plan of care to be agreed with the patient, relatives and carers and the patient care team. Ensure that there are effective communications with other agencies regarding care planning and maximize the input of other agencies to support patients at home. Promote self management and health gain through patient education and health promotion activity. Undertake prescribing as required and to ensure that medications are reviewed and highlight possible interactions and changes in line with Whittington Health Nurse Prescribing policy. Perform and document episodic examinations to support proactive monitoring of chronic diseases and identification of early symptoms of exacerbation and liaise with professionals from specialist teams as necessary. Work collaboratively with all of the MACC Multi-Disciplinary team to offer the Haringey client a truly holistic level of health and social care service. Ensure that as far as possible the patient care is provided in the community and to work with the MACC Team to facilitate this and reduce hospital admission. Ensure that all discharges from the caseload are discussed and agreed with the patient and Line Manager. Lead by personal example of best infection control practice at all times.Leadership Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of the service in relation to patient outcomes. Act as a role model in assisting to develop the practitioner role according to service demand and evolving models of care. Provide senior clinical advice relating to patients with complex needs to the MACC team. Undertake duties as delegated by the Line managers; this may include standard setting, clinical audit and benchmarking in order to ensure the delivery of effective, evidence- based care. Work with colleagues and users, to identify the changing needs of Whittington Health Community Services and the population it serves and promote practice that is dynamic, efficient, innovative and continuously improved in its relevance and responsiveness to the needs of clients and patients. Assist in developing strategic initiatives to reduce and avoid unnecessary hospital admissions and move forward community long term conditions management and integrated working agendas. Use information technology and ensure that relevant and up to date information on clinical and service developments are provided to agreed timescales. Participate in managing and coordinating the work of the junior staff, offering support and development as appropriate. Assist in the recruitment and selection of staff for the team and to participate in induction and orientation programmes as appropriate. Promote good communication, employment practices and relationships within the team. Participate in (and lead where appropriate) team meetings.Risk Management Assist in ensuring that clinical risk is assessed and managed in line with professional and Whittington Health standards. Ensure that comprehensive risk assessment and management strategies are incorporated into all patient assessment and care Ensure that the information contained in any Comprehensive Risk Assessment is responsibly shared with members of the Multidisciplinary team, Social Services and other agencies in order to appropriately manage and reduce risk. Adhere to Whittington Health and Safety guidance at all times and to lead by personal example of good practice.Record Keeping Ensure accurate, contemporaneous records are kept that facilitate safety and continuity of patient care. This is to include both paper and electronic records kept within the office and in the patients own home. Ensure accurate statistical data is promptly submitted in line with Whittington Health Guidelines.Quality Work within Whittington Health Quality and Assurance Standards including the monitoring and reviewing of quality standards, policies and protocols as required within the service. Take the service lead in areas where there is a specific nursing need as agreed with the Lead Matron. Ensure that the care given meets the standards and policies set by Whittington Health. To inform line management of constraints that will prevent these standards from being met. Respond promptly to any incident where service quality has fallen below an acceptable standard and report to the Lead Matron. To investigate such incidents and set action plans to ensure that identified weaknesses are resolved. Investigate complaints and clinical incidents as delegated by the Lead Matron making recommendations about changes to practice and service that may result.Professional Development and Responsibilities Act within the Nursing and Midwifery Council The Code (2018 revised) Undertake further educational qualifications and training in order to increase professional knowledge and remain updated Participate in research projects, clinical audit and/or innovations following agreed policy and protocol, leading on these in certain areas as agreed with the Lead Matron. Submit timely information relating to service performance indicators and the Quality and Assurance Department. Regularly participate in clinical supervision and act as a clinical supervisor to junior staff. Where the post holder has particular expertise, act as advisor/resource person to other staff.

Cleaning Service Duties Ensure a timely and accurate response to all cleaning requests. Work in partnership with the Ward Team, Facilities Team Leader/Assistant Facilities Manager. Assist in monitoring and maintaining cleaning standards and infection control practices in the department as appropriate. Maintain the integrity and reputation of the department by effective communication and harmonious attitudes with patients, staff and visitors. Ensure patient dignity and privacy is respected at all times and report where you feel this has been breached. Safe use of cleaning equipment/assemble and dismantle cleaning equipment; order stock. Use effective and efficient cleansing/decontamination techniques across a range of skills. Suction clean/dry mop floors, spot clean floors and remove spillages. High dusting, damp dusting furniture, fixtures, fittings and ledges. Spot clean internal glass as necessary. Cleansing of wash hand basins, sinks, showers, WCs and fittings. Replenish supplies. Cleansing of beds, bedside lockers. Cleanse and refill soap dispensers and paper towel holders. Removal of waste from wards and departments to designated collection points. Use of polishing/scrubbing machines for maintenance of hard floors. Use of extraction machine for carpet/upholstery cleaning. Routine curtain changes (bed/window/screen curtains). Making up of on-call and relatives overnight stay beds. Use of ride on cleaning equipment; sweeper, scrubber dryer and burnishing equipment. Undertaking any other relevant duties which are delegated from time to time. Safe handling of cleaning agents and dilution ratios. Hazardous chemicals to be kept securely in storage areas when not in use. All cleaning equipment must be decontaminated daily and maintained in a safe usable condition - faults must be reported to a Facilities Team Leader immediately. Attend training courses including on the job training and training in the use of specific machinery as required. Cleansing cupboards are to be decontaminated and kept tidy at all times. Cleansing of infected room/bays in accordance with NUH Infection Control & Prevention Policy. Close liaison with the cleaning services and team leader and ward manager in identifying additional cleans, such as isolation rooms and bed space terminal. To act as a buddy to new starters (after training). To ensure that a clean protective uniform is worn at all times when on duty and to use relevant Personal Protection Equipment in accordance with the policies provided by the Trust. Demonstrates cleaning procedures to new starters. Completes timesheets or similar work records. Ensure concentration while using cleaning equipment. To undertake isolation cleansing when required following Infection Control Isolation Policy and Procedures. To work in accordance with the Trusts Policies and Procedures including COSHH, Manual Handling, Health and Safety, Infection Control and attend annual training. Descale baths, toilets, showerheads, tiles using specialist chemicals. Carry out specialist cleaning when required / with relevant training in: Theatres, Pharmacy, Laboratories, Labour Suite, Bioquell Training (Decontamination).

Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to the advert for the full details. Applicants must be physically fit and able to carry heavy loads. The role requires you to be active for prolonged periods of time which include the handling of soiled and the processing, folding and packing clean linen to ensure a high quality service is delivered to meet the needs of the service users. To ensure the correct use of equipment following safety guidelines. To report faulty equipment to Linen Service Team Leader The post holder will communicate verbally and face to face with members of staff throughout the Trust patients, relatives and the general public Disposal of sharps determined by the Waste Handling and Management policy. To report Accidents to the Linen Service Team Leader

You must have evidence of a good basic education and basic IT skills. You will require good verbal and written communication skills and previous experience of working in a caring environment and working as part of a team. Some knowledge of the mental and physical problems associated with older people and the risks associated with community working are required. You will need to have good prioritization skills and be able to recognize your own limitations. Recent significant experience of caring for older adults with mental health needs is very desirable for this post. A driving licence is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010. Please refer to attached job description and person specification. Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa. Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

The Active Travel Community Connector will support patients into Level 1 activities and more intensive and personalised Level 2 activities including providing support with the associated participant monitoring. The role will also be an advocate and champion for walking and cycling within the PCN workforce to support patients to take up the Level 4 activities. Please see the attached job description for more information regarding this role as well as role requirements

Please see attached job description for the main responsibilities of this role within our department.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for the details and responsibilities.

Peer Support Services Counsellor

Registered £33,970 or Accredited £34,913 pro-rata

22.5 – 37.5 hours per week

To be worked in person at our premises Monday-Friday, including 1-2 evening shifts per week and some Saturdays (depending on hours worked). The exact days and times are to be agreed upon following the interview.



Nottinghamshire Sexual Violence Support Services is the leading specialist sexual abuse charity, for over 40 years we have been passionately committed to supporting all adults living in Nottingham or Nottinghamshire, who have experienced sexual abuse, we listen, believe and support. We offer a single point of contact for survivors of sexual violence of any kind whether the abuse took place in childhood or adult life. We provide free services including counselling, group therapy, Independent Sexual Violence Advisors (ISVA) services, telephone helpline, online and face to face services.



Our services are funded by and created in partnership with local commissioning groups and co-designed with survivors, so that we support in ways that are safe and easy to access. We understand the needs of different survivors including age, gender, or whether a person is BAME or LGBT+. We have a wide range of support options and can refer into other services as needed.



Why work for us

We are a well-respected, professional organisation that seeks continuous improvement. You will work alongside a supportive team.



The Vacancy

We are looking for Peer Support Counsellor to implement, coordinate and participate in the provision of Peer Support Service within Nottinghamshire Sexual Violence Support Services and to deliver dedicated and specialised therapeutic support via face to face, online and telephone support. This is an opportunity to support the development of a new service funded by the Big Lottery Community Fund. We work in a person centred, CBT and EMDR way offering short- and long-term counselling to empower, heal and recover from the trauma of sexual violence.



Location
This post is based in the City Centre of Nottingham.

Salary

NJC Scale Point:

£33,970 (pro-rata) – registered counsellor

£34,913 (pro-rata) – accredited counsellor



Benefits

22 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays (entitlement increases with the length of service)
Sick Leave entitlement (increases with the length of service)
Birthday Leave
Childcare/Dependant’s Leave
Bereavement Leave
Pension Scheme
Employees Assistance Programme
Professional Training and Development
Team Building and well-being days


Hours of work

22.5 – 37.5 hours per week. To be worked in person at our premises Monday-Friday, including 1-2 evening shifts per week and some Saturdays (depending on hours worked). The exact days and times are to be agreed upon following the interview.



Job purpose

To implement, coordinate and participate in the provision of Peer Support Service. To deliver a high-quality counselling service to survivors of sexual violence (aged 18+) which is safe, ethical and effective and supports key outcomes.

Responsibilities

Promote service user leadership, ensuring that service users influence the development of the peer support service to enrich people’s journey towards recovery and life fulfilment
Manage and deliver Peer Support Groups
Support the recruitment, induction, and supervision of Peer Supporter Volunteers
Encourage Peer Supporter Volunteers and service users to meaningfully and actively participate in the development and implementation of the Peer Support Service
Managing a caseload of clients and providing short- long term counselling sessions
To undertake rigorous clinical assessments and identify and action needs/risks and safeguarding matters appropriately and in a timely manner
To formulate, plan and monitor effective support plans with clients
Liaise effectively with key personnel and colleagues to contribute to the safe and productive day to day running of the counselling service
Essential experience, qualifications, and skills:

Degree in Counselling
BACP/UKCP accredited or registered
Experience of delivering Peer Support / Group Sessions/ Survivor Engagement
Experience of coordinating/working with volunteers
Experience of conducting Risk Assessments
Have in-depth knowledge of issues affecting people who have experienced sexual violence, both recent and non-recent
Experience of delivering a wide range of therapeutic approaches to mental health problems and experience of routine outcome monitoring & ability to meet agreed specified service targets.
Excellent IT and interpersonal skills


Notts SVSS recognises the positive value of diversity within its workforce and welcomes job applications from people of all backgrounds and characteristics. We particularly welcome applicants from Black and racially minoritised, disabled, LGBT+ and those with additional language skills, including British Sign Language to reflect those of the sexual violence and abuse survivors we work with.

This post is subject to satisfactory references and DBS check.

Ideally applicants must have a valid Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults Level 3 Certificate prior to starting this role.


CLOSING DATE: Monday 2nd December 2024
INTERVIEW DATE: Monday 9th & Tuesday 10th December 2024