Head of Special Needs & Inclusion Salary Level: SML 11 DBS Requirement: Standard Closing date: 1st May. Interviews: TBC £64,799 to £73,441 Plus £1,039 weighting allowance Are you passionate about creating inclusive educational environments where every child can thrive? Do you have a drive for improving outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? Join us as the Head of Special Needs & Inclusion and lead the charge in promoting inclusivity and championing the rights of all learners within Slough Borough Council. About the Role: As the Head of Special Needs & Inclusion, you'll be at the forefront of driving excellence and ensuring the highest quality of support for children and young people with SEND. Your role will be pivotal in shaping strategies and initiatives that foster an inclusive education system while advocating for the well-being of every child. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, you'll work closely with internal and external stakeholders to deliver tangible improvements in educational outcomes and support services. What you'll be doing: Develop and implement strategic visions aligned with council objectives to advance special needs and inclusion services. Lead and manage the provision of high-quality support services for children and young people with SEND, ensuring effective identification and assessment of their needs. Oversee financial planning and resource allocation, maximizing efficiency while delivering value for money. Coordinate statutory processes related to SEND, ensuring timely completion and adherence to regulations. Collaborate with schools, external agencies, and stakeholders to integrate and coordinate services for children with SEND. Provide guidance and support on inclusive practices to enhance educational outcomes for children with SEND. Monitor and evaluate the impact of special needs and inclusion services, using data-driven insights to drive continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and legislation related to SEND, staying abreast of best practices and developments in the field. Lead and develop a team of professionals involved in special needs and inclusion, providing supervision and fostering a culture of excellence. What you'll have: Relevant degree or professional qualification in education or related field. Extensive leadership experience in special education and inclusion, driving improvement and achieving positive outcomes for children with SEND. Strong understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks related to SEND. Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Sound knowledge of special education practices and assessment techniques. Ability to think strategically and problem-solve effectively. Resilience, empathy, and commitment to promoting the well-being of children with SEND. Join Us: If you're ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with SEND, we want to hear from you. This is an exciting opportunity to lead transformative change and shape the future of inclusive education in Slough. Apply now to be part of our dedicated team committed to creating a brighter future for all learners. What we offer: We offer a supportive place to grow and develop your career with a real opportunity for your input to be valued and heard. Ambition and innovation will be required now more than ever and you will join a friendly and collaborative environment where you are encouraged to thrive. Alongside a competitive salary, we provide: 26 days annual leave (not including Bank holidays), rising to 30 days between 2 - 5 years' service and 33 days after 5 years' service. The Local Government Pension Scheme Flexible and hybrid working options to promote work-life balance Our commitment to equality and diversity through a range of employee networks Wellbeing initiatives Tax - free childcare and childcare services Season loan ticket - to help with the cost of your rail / bus journey to & from work. We offer a wider range of great benefits including: Interested? We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If appointed, all posts will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer and we encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We select staff on merit and we foster a workforce where people are valued, and represents the local communities that we serve. Slough Borough Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We want our application process to be open and accessible. If you wish to make your application in an alternative format, please email quoting the job reference - our Accessibility Statement has more information. Join our team at Slough Borough Council and help accelerate our journey of transformation and growth! We reserve the right to close the advert early.
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
Head of Special Needs & Inclusion Salary Level: SML 11 DBS Requirement: Standard Closing date: 1st May. Interviews: TBC £64,799 to £73,441 Plus £1,039 weighting allowance Are you passionate about creating inclusive educational environments where every child can thrive? Do you have a drive for improving outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? Join us as the Head of Special Needs & Inclusion and lead the charge in promoting inclusivity and championing the rights of all learners within Slough Borough Council. About the Role: As the Head of Special Needs & Inclusion, you'll be at the forefront of driving excellence and ensuring the highest quality of support for children and young people with SEND. Your role will be pivotal in shaping strategies and initiatives that foster an inclusive education system while advocating for the well-being of every child. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, you'll work closely with internal and external stakeholders to deliver tangible improvements in educational outcomes and support services. What you'll be doing: Develop and implement strategic visions aligned with council objectives to advance special needs and inclusion services. Lead and manage the provision of high-quality support services for children and young people with SEND, ensuring effective identification and assessment of their needs. Oversee financial planning and resource allocation, maximizing efficiency while delivering value for money. Coordinate statutory processes related to SEND, ensuring timely completion and adherence to regulations. Collaborate with schools, external agencies, and stakeholders to integrate and coordinate services for children with SEND. Provide guidance and support on inclusive practices to enhance educational outcomes for children with SEND. Monitor and evaluate the impact of special needs and inclusion services, using data-driven insights to drive continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and legislation related to SEND, staying abreast of best practices and developments in the field. Lead and develop a team of professionals involved in special needs and inclusion, providing supervision and fostering a culture of excellence. What you'll have: Relevant degree or professional qualification in education or related field. Extensive leadership experience in special education and inclusion, driving improvement and achieving positive outcomes for children with SEND. Strong understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks related to SEND. Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Sound knowledge of special education practices and assessment techniques. Ability to think strategically and problem-solve effectively. Resilience, empathy, and commitment to promoting the well-being of children with SEND. Join Us: If you're ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with SEND, we want to hear from you. This is an exciting opportunity to lead transformative change and shape the future of inclusive education in Slough. Apply now to be part of our dedicated team committed to creating a brighter future for all learners. What we offer: We offer a supportive place to grow and develop your career with a real opportunity for your input to be valued and heard. Ambition and innovation will be required now more than ever and you will join a friendly and collaborative environment where you are encouraged to thrive. Alongside a competitive salary, we provide: 26 days annual leave (not including Bank holidays), rising to 30 days between 2 - 5 years' service and 33 days after 5 years' service. The Local Government Pension Scheme Flexible and hybrid working options to promote work-life balance Our commitment to equality and diversity through a range of employee networks Wellbeing initiatives Tax - free childcare and childcare services Season loan ticket - to help with the cost of your rail / bus journey to & from work. We offer a wider range of great benefits including: Interested? We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If appointed, all posts will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer and we encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We select staff on merit and we foster a workforce where people are valued, and represents the local communities that we serve. Slough Borough Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We want our application process to be open and accessible. If you wish to make your application in an alternative format, please email quoting the job reference - our Accessibility Statement has more information. Join our team at Slough Borough Council and help accelerate our journey of transformation and growth! We reserve the right to close the advert early.
Merry-go-round shop (32-36 Nithsdale Road, G41 2AN) or hub (Shawlands Arcade, 108 Kilmarnock Road with option to work from home. (Hybrid) Closing10th May 2024 Advertised from 22nd April 2024 30-37 hours per week - specify your preference in your application. Duration: 12 months Role About Us Merry-go-round Glasgow is a charity in the Southside. We support local families with high quality, low cost children's goods and through inclusive events and workshops. We have a boutique style charity shop in Strathbungo selling everything baby, run an events programme, and also work with over 120 agencies across the city to provide free packs of goods to families in need. We have a staff team of 14 and are an inclusive andsupportive employer. We are the winner of the Environmental Social Enterprise award in Scotland and the UK. We are a highly aspirationalorganisation creating huge local impact. Having recently doubled the size of our shop we are passionate aboutexceeding expectations and our goal of being a one-stop shop and the first choice for parents in Glasgow. The Role The General Manager is a key leadership role entrusted in guiding the organisation, and driving momentum to achievesustainability and growth. They play a central role in coordinating and managing all activity in theorganisation. Reporting directly to the board of directors, the postholder is responsible for providing insightand strategic direction across all areas of the business. The General Manager will motivate teams and ensure all have clarity on the vision and strategic path. The role iscrucial in creating consistency and efficiency across all areas of the organisation. The post will directlymanage the Retail supervisor, Operations manager, Events coordinator and the Community Engagement Officer. Thekey objective is to coach and develop all team members to deliver on outcomes. They will play a pivotal role intranslating the board's vision and strategy into actionable plans, driving them forward with enthusiasm.Additionally, they will lead by example in fostering a positive working culture and setting the standard forexcellence. The post holder will be extremely organised, self-motivated, able to drive their own workload, able to workindependently with enthusiasm to succeed and have a very ambitious vision. Application notes Please ONLY submit applications (CV and cover letter explaining how you meet the necessary criteria and preferredhours) to: Could you help grow our income from Charitable Trusts and Foundations and make a lasting difference to the lives ofthe babies, children, young people and families we support? You will be joining one of Scotland's leading charities, where you will develop new and effective fundraisingpropositions to ensure we provide the best hospital experience possible. We fund a variety of child and family services, innovative medical equipment, research and enhancements, giving youthe opportunity to seek funds for a diverse range of projects. Do you have a passion for developing funding opportunities to make a difference? Are you a natural leader who isskilled in managing a team who play an important part in organisational success? If so, we have a greatopportunity for you to join Quarriers as Head of Business Development & Grants. Your new opportunity Quarriers have a rare and exciting opportunity for a Head of Business Development & Grants to work in partnershipwith our Associate Directors and Operational Managers to identify opportunities and develop new and existingservices. You will manage and work closely with the Business Development & Grants team leading andimplementing development strategies to support growth and funding for the overall organisation. You will play akey part in liaising with internal and external stakeholders and overseeing tender and funding opportunitiesincluding submissions. As the Head of Business Development & Grants you will closely monitor and track potential tender opportunitiesincluding managing a portfolio of grants and funding aligned with department income and expenditure againstbudget and set targeted income. This is a full-time permanent role working 35 hours per week (Monday - Friday) in line with our agile working policy,which blends home-working with office time and service visits. What you will need to bring to the role Proven experience and understanding of implementing and managing business development strategies ideally withinthe social care/healthcare sector. An understanding of social care/healthcare servicedesign. Skills in managing risk and business development with an understanding of the Grant fundinglandscape and innovative practice. Excellent IT knowledge and experience in using databasesystems. Extensive knowledge and experience at a senior level in a complexorganisation. Excellent written and verbal communication and organisational skills to support strictdeadlines and work in partnership with internal and external stakeholders. Previous experience ofmanaging a team and delivering positive results. Driving licence is essential What's in it for you? Substantial holiday entitlement. Generous workplace pension. Family-friendly working policiesand procedures. Life Assurance. Wider benefits including our Employee Assistance Programme, freephysiotherapy & occupational health support. Quarriers have Investors in People Platinum accreditation and are a Scottish Living Wage Employer About Us Quarriers is one of Scotland's leading social care charities. We provide practical care and support for vulnerablechildren, adults and families who face extremely challenging circumstances. We challenge poverty and inequalityof opportunity to bring about positive changes in people's lives. Are you a brilliant bid writer, with a passion for improving children's lives? Are you looking for that nextopportunity to work for an inspirational cause? If this is you, then Children 1st is where you belong! If you want to work within a creative, dynamic, and passionate team, where you will further grow and develop thenjoin us as our new Senior Bid Writer. The role will be exciting, fast-paced and challenging. You will be key to securing high level funding from statutory sources that will grow our reach and help support morechildren and families in Scotland. With opportunity to try new ways of engaging and inspiring supporters youwill be creative, collaborative, inclusive and willing to work alongside our brilliant leaders to achieve ourkey strategic priorities and goals. Children 1st is an incredible charity full of people who love what they do and the difference they make. This is anexciting and unique opportunity to join us and play a critical part in transforming the lives of children andfamilies in Scotland. At Children 1st our ambition is for every child in Scotland to be safe, loved and well, together with their family.As a charity we offer emotional; and practical support and financial advice to help families to put childrenfirst and we campaign to uphold the rights of every child. About the role This role requires an excellent candidate to produce high quality bids, applications and tenders which communicateour unique approach to working with Scotland's vulnerable children, young people and families and which captureour outcome focused delivery models with clarity and conviction. High quality stewardship of our existing supporters will be one of the key responsibilities, alongside managing adynamic team of fundraisers, and developing new income streams. About you We are looking for the right candidate to take our team to the next level. You will need to demonstrate ability tobuild strong relationships internally and externally to secure long term sustainable income. You will: • Be passionate about our work and able to convey that to a range of audiences • Can work collaboratively with stakeholders at all levels • Have success in delivering significant large gifts from funders • Be innovative in developing new approaches to funders Renfrewshire with flexible working available (On site) Closing8th May 2024 About Us Home-Start Renfrewshire and Inverclyde (HSRI) is a registered charity providing volunteer led, family centred,non-judgmental support to families with at least one child aged under five. As a valued colleague joining our compassionate and forward-thinking team, you will be part of our vision of walkingalongside families, offering early help, empowering families to build on existing strengths, to achieve betterwellbeing outcomes for themselves and their children. Main Responsibilities: Receiving referrals and assessing needs of families Introducing families to appropriatesupport Matching and introducing volunteers tofamilies Providing support, supervision and on-going training opportunities forvolunteers Undertaking designated responsibilities to safeguard children's welfare Ensuringequality of opportunity, fairness, inclusion and diversity in all aspects of our work Complying with thescheme's administration, monitoring and financial systems Ensuring appropriate liaison with referrersand other professionals Contributing to and supporting the development of the Home-Startnetwork Next Steps . click apply for full job details
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
Merry-go-round shop (32-36 Nithsdale Road, G41 2AN) or hub (Shawlands Arcade, 108 Kilmarnock Road with option to work from home. (Hybrid) Closing10th May 2024 Advertised from 22nd April 2024 30-37 hours per week - specify your preference in your application. Duration: 12 months Role About Us Merry-go-round Glasgow is a charity in the Southside. We support local families with high quality, low cost children's goods and through inclusive events and workshops. We have a boutique style charity shop in Strathbungo selling everything baby, run an events programme, and also work with over 120 agencies across the city to provide free packs of goods to families in need. We have a staff team of 14 and are an inclusive andsupportive employer. We are the winner of the Environmental Social Enterprise award in Scotland and the UK. We are a highly aspirationalorganisation creating huge local impact. Having recently doubled the size of our shop we are passionate aboutexceeding expectations and our goal of being a one-stop shop and the first choice for parents in Glasgow. The Role The General Manager is a key leadership role entrusted in guiding the organisation, and driving momentum to achievesustainability and growth. They play a central role in coordinating and managing all activity in theorganisation. Reporting directly to the board of directors, the postholder is responsible for providing insightand strategic direction across all areas of the business. The General Manager will motivate teams and ensure all have clarity on the vision and strategic path. The role iscrucial in creating consistency and efficiency across all areas of the organisation. The post will directlymanage the Retail supervisor, Operations manager, Events coordinator and the Community Engagement Officer. Thekey objective is to coach and develop all team members to deliver on outcomes. They will play a pivotal role intranslating the board's vision and strategy into actionable plans, driving them forward with enthusiasm.Additionally, they will lead by example in fostering a positive working culture and setting the standard forexcellence. The post holder will be extremely organised, self-motivated, able to drive their own workload, able to workindependently with enthusiasm to succeed and have a very ambitious vision. Application notes Please ONLY submit applications (CV and cover letter explaining how you meet the necessary criteria and preferredhours) to: Could you help grow our income from Charitable Trusts and Foundations and make a lasting difference to the lives ofthe babies, children, young people and families we support? You will be joining one of Scotland's leading charities, where you will develop new and effective fundraisingpropositions to ensure we provide the best hospital experience possible. We fund a variety of child and family services, innovative medical equipment, research and enhancements, giving youthe opportunity to seek funds for a diverse range of projects. Do you have a passion for developing funding opportunities to make a difference? Are you a natural leader who isskilled in managing a team who play an important part in organisational success? If so, we have a greatopportunity for you to join Quarriers as Head of Business Development & Grants. Your new opportunity Quarriers have a rare and exciting opportunity for a Head of Business Development & Grants to work in partnershipwith our Associate Directors and Operational Managers to identify opportunities and develop new and existingservices. You will manage and work closely with the Business Development & Grants team leading andimplementing development strategies to support growth and funding for the overall organisation. You will play akey part in liaising with internal and external stakeholders and overseeing tender and funding opportunitiesincluding submissions. As the Head of Business Development & Grants you will closely monitor and track potential tender opportunitiesincluding managing a portfolio of grants and funding aligned with department income and expenditure againstbudget and set targeted income. This is a full-time permanent role working 35 hours per week (Monday - Friday) in line with our agile working policy,which blends home-working with office time and service visits. What you will need to bring to the role Proven experience and understanding of implementing and managing business development strategies ideally withinthe social care/healthcare sector. An understanding of social care/healthcare servicedesign. Skills in managing risk and business development with an understanding of the Grant fundinglandscape and innovative practice. Excellent IT knowledge and experience in using databasesystems. Extensive knowledge and experience at a senior level in a complexorganisation. Excellent written and verbal communication and organisational skills to support strictdeadlines and work in partnership with internal and external stakeholders. Previous experience ofmanaging a team and delivering positive results. Driving licence is essential What's in it for you? Substantial holiday entitlement. Generous workplace pension. Family-friendly working policiesand procedures. Life Assurance. Wider benefits including our Employee Assistance Programme, freephysiotherapy & occupational health support. Quarriers have Investors in People Platinum accreditation and are a Scottish Living Wage Employer About Us Quarriers is one of Scotland's leading social care charities. We provide practical care and support for vulnerablechildren, adults and families who face extremely challenging circumstances. We challenge poverty and inequalityof opportunity to bring about positive changes in people's lives. Are you a brilliant bid writer, with a passion for improving children's lives? Are you looking for that nextopportunity to work for an inspirational cause? If this is you, then Children 1st is where you belong! If you want to work within a creative, dynamic, and passionate team, where you will further grow and develop thenjoin us as our new Senior Bid Writer. The role will be exciting, fast-paced and challenging. You will be key to securing high level funding from statutory sources that will grow our reach and help support morechildren and families in Scotland. With opportunity to try new ways of engaging and inspiring supporters youwill be creative, collaborative, inclusive and willing to work alongside our brilliant leaders to achieve ourkey strategic priorities and goals. Children 1st is an incredible charity full of people who love what they do and the difference they make. This is anexciting and unique opportunity to join us and play a critical part in transforming the lives of children andfamilies in Scotland. At Children 1st our ambition is for every child in Scotland to be safe, loved and well, together with their family.As a charity we offer emotional; and practical support and financial advice to help families to put childrenfirst and we campaign to uphold the rights of every child. About the role This role requires an excellent candidate to produce high quality bids, applications and tenders which communicateour unique approach to working with Scotland's vulnerable children, young people and families and which captureour outcome focused delivery models with clarity and conviction. High quality stewardship of our existing supporters will be one of the key responsibilities, alongside managing adynamic team of fundraisers, and developing new income streams. About you We are looking for the right candidate to take our team to the next level. You will need to demonstrate ability tobuild strong relationships internally and externally to secure long term sustainable income. You will: • Be passionate about our work and able to convey that to a range of audiences • Can work collaboratively with stakeholders at all levels • Have success in delivering significant large gifts from funders • Be innovative in developing new approaches to funders Renfrewshire with flexible working available (On site) Closing8th May 2024 About Us Home-Start Renfrewshire and Inverclyde (HSRI) is a registered charity providing volunteer led, family centred,non-judgmental support to families with at least one child aged under five. As a valued colleague joining our compassionate and forward-thinking team, you will be part of our vision of walkingalongside families, offering early help, empowering families to build on existing strengths, to achieve betterwellbeing outcomes for themselves and their children. Main Responsibilities: Receiving referrals and assessing needs of families Introducing families to appropriatesupport Matching and introducing volunteers tofamilies Providing support, supervision and on-going training opportunities forvolunteers Undertaking designated responsibilities to safeguard children's welfare Ensuringequality of opportunity, fairness, inclusion and diversity in all aspects of our work Complying with thescheme's administration, monitoring and financial systems Ensuring appropriate liaison with referrersand other professionals Contributing to and supporting the development of the Home-Startnetwork Next Steps . click apply for full job details
Do you want to work for a multi-award-winning organisation offering high quality housing with care services to older people? Jewish care is pleased to offer a rare opportunity for an outstanding candidate to join our team as the Retirement Living Administrator for our flag ship retirement community Pears Court, located in Stanmore, Hertfordshire. This is a prestigious new build development, which is part of our Sandringham Campus site. Phase 2 of this exciting development will be opening in Spring 2021, offering 48 one and two-bedroom retirement housing properties for rental. You will support the day-to-day operation of the service and provide a key function to the tenants and their families. To find out more about our new Care and Community hub, please head to https://sandringham and check out our unique range of services and facilities! What you'll be doing: Providing administrative support to the Extra Care Team and coordinate information regarding visitors and tenants Providing a high quality and responsive 'front of house' service for customers and visitors, whether this be face-to-face, answering the telephone or dealing with emails/texts and letters Responding to tenants' queries at the first point of contact. This may include reporting a repair, providing information on facilities, or help dealing with anti-social behaviour Arranging meetings and facilities, taking minutes as required Maintaining an efficient filing and archive system, both electronically and manually Assisting with the ordering and stock control of stationary for the service Supporting management with the collection of rent, utilities, and any other charges due Supporting payroll management and billing What you'll bring to Jewish Care: Experience of working with financial applications including petty cash, invoicing and purchase orders Experience of working with older people with varying abilities and needs who may also suffer from dementia Experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Microsoft Teams and easily able to assimilate other software packages Knowledge and awareness of the effect of disability/ageing on daily living skills Ability to demonstrate welcoming and high-quality customer service Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to form credible, constructive relationships with colleagues, volunteers, and members of the wider community An emotionally intelligent approach to delivering successful outcomes Good level of education to GCSE level or equivalent What we do: Jewish Care is a leading communal organisation and the largest health and social care charity for the Jewish community in the UK, caring for nearly 7,000 people every week including older people with dementia, disabilities, mental health needs, Holocaust survivors and many more. We are proud to be a multi award-winning organisation, receiving prestigious awards that include The Skills for Care Best Employer for over 250 people, and The Investors in People Gold standard. Why you'll love working with us: Jewish Care offers excellent benefits and training to all staff. Benefits include, free meals, 20 day's annual leave, Jewish Care Pension scheme, various discounts, Loans and mileage reimbursement, ride to work scheme, eye tests, employee referral bonus and more. We are a team of many different backgrounds and cultures Jewish Care is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. Though our clients are of similar religious tradition, our staff represent various cultures and faiths, bringing their own unique perspectives and individuality to their roles. Please be aware that this vacancy will close, once a sufficient number of suitable candidates have been identified therefore, we would recommend that you submit your application as early as possible. To request a full job description, please email We are a team of many different backgrounds and cultures Jewish Care is the leading health and social care charity serving the Jewish community in the UK. Though our clients are all of a similar religious tradition, our staff represent diverse cultures and faiths, bringing their own unique perspectives and individuality to their roles. Why you'll love working with us No matter how young or old you are, if you want to make a real difference in people's lives, we'll reward you for your hard work and dedication. On top of providing some of the most competitive pay rates in the care industry, we offer excellent benefits, including: 4% employer pension contribution Employee referral bonus scheme Excellent training opportunities Free meals Wellbeing & staff recognition initiatives About us Jewish Care is a communal organisation touching the lives of over 10,000 people every week. We aim to make a positive impact on the lives of Jewish people by enhancing wellbeing and inspiring them to stay connected to their community. We provide a variety of health and social care services to meet the community's physical, social and emotional needs, both directly and in partnership with other organisations, including older people, those with mental health needs, Holocaust survivors, people living with dementia and people with disabilities. We employee 1,100 staff and 3,000 volunteers from multicultural backgrounds who work together to enrich vulnerable people's lives in a positive and caring way. Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic we are proud of
Apr 15, 2021
Full time
Do you want to work for a multi-award-winning organisation offering high quality housing with care services to older people? Jewish care is pleased to offer a rare opportunity for an outstanding candidate to join our team as the Retirement Living Administrator for our flag ship retirement community Pears Court, located in Stanmore, Hertfordshire. This is a prestigious new build development, which is part of our Sandringham Campus site. Phase 2 of this exciting development will be opening in Spring 2021, offering 48 one and two-bedroom retirement housing properties for rental. You will support the day-to-day operation of the service and provide a key function to the tenants and their families. To find out more about our new Care and Community hub, please head to https://sandringham and check out our unique range of services and facilities! What you'll be doing: Providing administrative support to the Extra Care Team and coordinate information regarding visitors and tenants Providing a high quality and responsive 'front of house' service for customers and visitors, whether this be face-to-face, answering the telephone or dealing with emails/texts and letters Responding to tenants' queries at the first point of contact. This may include reporting a repair, providing information on facilities, or help dealing with anti-social behaviour Arranging meetings and facilities, taking minutes as required Maintaining an efficient filing and archive system, both electronically and manually Assisting with the ordering and stock control of stationary for the service Supporting management with the collection of rent, utilities, and any other charges due Supporting payroll management and billing What you'll bring to Jewish Care: Experience of working with financial applications including petty cash, invoicing and purchase orders Experience of working with older people with varying abilities and needs who may also suffer from dementia Experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Microsoft Teams and easily able to assimilate other software packages Knowledge and awareness of the effect of disability/ageing on daily living skills Ability to demonstrate welcoming and high-quality customer service Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to form credible, constructive relationships with colleagues, volunteers, and members of the wider community An emotionally intelligent approach to delivering successful outcomes Good level of education to GCSE level or equivalent What we do: Jewish Care is a leading communal organisation and the largest health and social care charity for the Jewish community in the UK, caring for nearly 7,000 people every week including older people with dementia, disabilities, mental health needs, Holocaust survivors and many more. We are proud to be a multi award-winning organisation, receiving prestigious awards that include The Skills for Care Best Employer for over 250 people, and The Investors in People Gold standard. Why you'll love working with us: Jewish Care offers excellent benefits and training to all staff. Benefits include, free meals, 20 day's annual leave, Jewish Care Pension scheme, various discounts, Loans and mileage reimbursement, ride to work scheme, eye tests, employee referral bonus and more. We are a team of many different backgrounds and cultures Jewish Care is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. Though our clients are of similar religious tradition, our staff represent various cultures and faiths, bringing their own unique perspectives and individuality to their roles. Please be aware that this vacancy will close, once a sufficient number of suitable candidates have been identified therefore, we would recommend that you submit your application as early as possible. To request a full job description, please email We are a team of many different backgrounds and cultures Jewish Care is the leading health and social care charity serving the Jewish community in the UK. Though our clients are all of a similar religious tradition, our staff represent diverse cultures and faiths, bringing their own unique perspectives and individuality to their roles. Why you'll love working with us No matter how young or old you are, if you want to make a real difference in people's lives, we'll reward you for your hard work and dedication. On top of providing some of the most competitive pay rates in the care industry, we offer excellent benefits, including: 4% employer pension contribution Employee referral bonus scheme Excellent training opportunities Free meals Wellbeing & staff recognition initiatives About us Jewish Care is a communal organisation touching the lives of over 10,000 people every week. We aim to make a positive impact on the lives of Jewish people by enhancing wellbeing and inspiring them to stay connected to their community. We provide a variety of health and social care services to meet the community's physical, social and emotional needs, both directly and in partnership with other organisations, including older people, those with mental health needs, Holocaust survivors, people living with dementia and people with disabilities. We employee 1,100 staff and 3,000 volunteers from multicultural backgrounds who work together to enrich vulnerable people's lives in a positive and caring way. Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic we are proud of