Senior Housing Support Worker - Sunderland - ref. s12607519
Grade 7 £34,834 - £38,223 per annum
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To support the “Support 2 Independence Manager” in the day to day management of the supported accommodation living provision for care experienced and care leavers based at either Burlington Close, Claremont Terrace, Cliffe Park or Elwin Terrace.These provisions will support and enable care leavers in acquiring the essential life skills (both emotional and practical) to live independently.
To lead the staff team providing support to young people accessing the Next Steps Service and living at Claremont Terrace Cliffe Park, Burlington Close and Elwin, including providing outreach support.
Key Responsibilities:Day to day running of the supported accommodation provision. To liaise with service users, supervise colleagues, undertake service user support plans. To communicate/liaise with Support 2 Independence Manager and /or deputy manager on a regular basis.
Visa sponsorship: We welcome applications from all nationalities; however, successful candidates must, by the commencement of employment, have the right to work in the UK”.
If you would like to have an informal discussion about this post please contact peoplesupport@togetherforchildren.org.uk
Together for Children is committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse local communities that we support across Sunderland. We’re striving to build an inclusive workplace culture where all employees feel valued and diversity is celebrated by everyone.
As part of this commitment, we work collaboratively with our established employee networks:
Accessibility NetworkLGBTQ+ Network
Racial Equality Network
Armed Forces Network
We welcome and encourage job applications from candidates regardless of their age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race, and background.
If you have a disability please do reach out to our Accessibility Network Chair to hear how we can support you during the recruitment process and if you are successful, in the workplace peoplesupport@togetherforchildren.org.uk
For further information on Together for Children, please take a look at our website: https://www.togetherforchildren.org.uk
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