Progression Coach

Central Recruitment Services Ltd; Tow Law; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A social care recruitment agency is seeking a Progression Coach for night shifts in the Tow Law area. The role involves helping young people transition to independent living, managing a caseload, and providing personalized support. Candidates must have experience in social care, a valid right to work in the UK, and be willing to undergo a DBS check. The position is temporary, with a pay rate of £12.38 per hour plus holiday pay.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people or those affected by homelessness.
• Understanding of the needs of individuals facing homelessness or mental health issues.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and wellbeing of clients.
• Act as key worker for a caseload of clients.
• Provide personalised support and encourage client participation.

Skills

Experience with young people or homelessness

Knowledge of risk assessments

Strong literacy and numeracy

Ability to manage challenging behavior

Driving and car ownership

Job description

Overview

Central Recruitment is currently recruiting for two Progression Coaches (Nights), to work in the Tow Law area. The service provides supported accommodation for young people (aged 18+) to help them move on to their own independent accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all clients, following safeguarding and emergency procedures as needed
• Act as key worker for a caseload of up to 5 clients, leading on risk and needs assessments and SMART, outcomes-based support plans.
• Provide personalised, flexible and creative support, involving clients in decision-making and encouraging participation in activities
• Collaborate with external agencies to support clients, adhering to data protection and information sharing protocols
• Support clients to access Education, Training, Employment and Volunteering opportunities aligned with their goals and aspirations
• Contribute to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment, including preparing accommodation for new clients and supporting their transition
• Assist in coordinating and supporting volunteers and promoting client involvement initiatives and residents\' meetings
• Maintain clear, accurate records
• Manage the security of the building

Please note; this role involves lone working.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience working with young people or those affected by homelessness
• Understanding of the needs of individuals facing homelessness, mental health issues, substance misuse, or the care system
• Knowledge of risk assessments, support planning, safeguarding and health and safety procedures
• Experience of managing challenging behaviour, including responding calmly to crisis
• Strong literacy, numeracy and IT skills and ability to take notes
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries, work collaboratively and reflect on practices for continuous development
• Essential; need to drive and have a car

Conditions

The successful candidates will be required to work 37.5 hours per week (average), across Monday - Sunday on a two week rota of waking night shifts (9:30PM - 8AM). Temporary cover is required for approximately 2 - 3 months, with the possibility of extension. The pay rate for this role is £12.38 per hour, with £1.49 holiday pay, totalling £13.87 per hour. This role is based in Tow Law area and involves lone working.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, you must have the following criteria met and submit your CV for consideration:

• Current valid right to work in the UK
• Minimum 12 months' of paid experience in a front line social care role within the last 3 years (unless recruitment criteria states otherwise)
• A fully enhanced DBS either registered on the DBS update service or issued within the last 12 months, or willingness to apply for one through Central (at a cost of £60)
• Employment or education history to cover the last 5 years which can be verified through the referencing process

How to apply: If you feel that you fully meet the above outlined criteria for this role and would like apply for this post, please forward your CV for consideration.

Please note the outlined experience is the \'minimum\' first stage criteria, and we will therefore be unable to consider your application unless you are able to demonstrate a relevant work history in line with this position.