Job ad: HeadStart Project Coordinator

The Brain Charity; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate HeadStart Coordinator to join their team in a challenging yet rewarding environment. This role involves supporting individuals with neurological conditions in prison settings, conducting screenings, and providing vital education on managing their conditions. You will play a crucial role in ensuring that prisoners receive the necessary support and guidance for their future, including employment and housing. Join a dedicated community committed to making a difference in the lives of those affected by neurological conditions, and be part of a team that values compassion and advocacy.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting individuals with neurological conditions is essential.
• Ability to manage symptoms and provide lifestyle advice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct neurological screenings and educate inmates about their conditions.
• Support prisoners with referrals and provide emotional support.

Skills

Neurological Screening

Education on Neurological Conditions

Emotional Support

Advocacy

Casework

Education

Relevant Degree in Health or Social Care

Job description

Join our team as a HeadStart Coordinator at HMP Millsike, and support individuals with neurological conditions within prison settings.

You will conduct neurological screenings, provide education on conditions and their impact, manage symptoms, and offer lifestyle advice.

Additionally, you will assist with practical matters such as future employment choices, housing, and other transitional planning.

As a HeadStart Coordinator, you will be part of an enthusiastic and committed community of staff and volunteers within The Brain Charity, which offers a range of services for the broader neurological community.

Your main tasks will include:

• Supporting prisoners through referrals
• Screening for various neurological conditions
• Educating inmates about their conditions
• Referring them to specialist medical interventions
• Providing casework
• Hands-on practical help and advocacy
• Emotional support

Furthermore, you will attend strategic meetings to advise partners integral to the delivery of services, ensuring the needs of prisoners with neurological conditions are considered during the planning process.

You will actively build relationships within the prison, provide expert advice and guidance to staff, support professionals to improve their expertise on neurological conditions, and recruit and supervise volunteers as required.

Background to The Brain Charity:

The Brain Charity offers emotional support, practical help and social activities to anyone with a neurological condition and to their family, friends and carers.

To apply, you will need to complete the application form in the pack you can download by clicking the button below.

Please do not send in your CV, as this will not be counted.

Closing date: 5pm, Wednesday 14th May 2025. Please note: we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

Interviews for successful applicants will take place during the week commencing Monday 19th May 2025.