We have the following positions available at YMCA Dulverton Group
Accommodation
Role: Accommodation Support Enabler
Department: Housing
Location: Highbridge
Hours: 37.5 Hours a week, to include evenings and weekends on a shift rota basis
Salary: £20,731.49 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Benefits:
• Regular training opportunities
• Gym membership
• 10 days free school holiday childcare
• Discount childcare for 0-5’s
• 1-night hotel stay at our locations
• Pension scheme
• 28 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
Our teams take an asset-based approach to actively encourage positive progression for all the individuals we work alongside. Creating professional, positive and trusting relationships will be key to working together with every resident in overcoming the barriers which they face whilst they make steps to move on to their independence.
As a service we provide a safe and welcoming environment for the individuals we work alongside, with their aspirations and desires at the forefront of the support we offer.
Overall, we seek to encourage and enable everyone we support to become empowered by providing opportunities for progressive change. This can be challenging yet rewarding work that helps individuals to belong, contribute and thrive.
Responsibilities include:
• Work within a small team in a supported housing project for young people and take an active part in ensuring the properties are safe and secure including ensuring the properties feel homely and welcoming.
• Engage with assessments of need to identify what support is best suited to that individual. This will include meetings with the individual and external support agencies involved with the individual.
• Build professional, trusting and respectful relationships with all residents living at the properties and your surrounding team.
• Approach the support you provide to be asset based at all times and holistic in its delivery. Encourage engagement with the service as well as providing positive activities to further enable growth and development of the individual.
• Support clients in identifying their needs and engaging with external or statutory services which will be able to assist them achieve these.
• Support clients in ensuring that they have access to everything they will need to progress through to independent living – Consideration of things such as (but not limited to) ID, Bank Accounts, Health Services and Specialist Agencies.
• Support clients in learning new life skills from within the property which will assist them in living independently and actively look externally for training and employment opportunities with the aspirations of the clients to be at the forefront at all times.
Skills and experience
• Able to demonstrate experience in building positive and professional relationships, with individuals you have supported in previous or current employment.
• Possess an understanding of the challenges and barriers affecting young people and which we work together with them to overcome and move on to independence.
• Have an understanding surrounding trauma informed, asset based and person-centred support delivery.
• Possess an understanding of the landscape of independent housing options and be able to demonstrate a solution focused response to these challenges.
• Consideration for innovative methods of positive engagement for hard to engage young people
• Demonstrate your knowledge of the local housing market and legislation connected to this plus the different options available to individuals and the routes of engagement.
• Have excellent organisational, administrative and IT skills
• Be self-motivated, confident and flexible in your approach and delivery.
• Have the ability to maintain clear and accurate digital and written records.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Demonstrate excellent attendance and punctuality record.
• Have a flexible attitude and willingness to adapt to new pressures.
• Will support the Christian ethos of the YMCA.
• Provide a professional, diplomatic and non-judgemental approach at all times.
• Be driven to influence and motivate people to make positive changes within their own lives
Whilst there are systems in place to support you, a substantial part of the role includes the ability to lone work. Therefore, we require someone competent and confident when working alone and somebody who is able to understand and work with complex and challenging behaviours’ appropriately.
All applicants must have a valid and current driving licence and access to a car.
Please send an updated CV and cover letter explaining why you should be considered for this role to recruitment@ymca-dg.org.
Any questions or requests for additional information should also be emailed to recruitment@ymca-dg.org
Deadline for applications: 15th June 2021
Interviews to be held on: 23rd June 2021
YMCA Dulverton Group are an exciting fast-paced charity seeking highly motivated and conscientious individuals. We are an equal opportunities employer that believes in development and championing potential, committed to young people and opening doors for the community.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of our children and young people. We follow a safer recruitment process, with an Enhanced DBS check and two suitable references required.
Role: Floating Support Enabler (p2i) x 2
Department: Housing
Location: One based in Sedgemoor and one based in Taunton
Hours: 37.5 hours per week to include evenings and weekends
Salary: £20,731.49 per annum
Contract: 12 months fixed term
Benefits:
• Regular training opportunities
• Gym membership
• 10 days free school holiday childcare
• Discount childcare for 0-5’s
• 1 night hotel stay at our locations
• Pension scheme
• 28 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
Do you share a passion for creating real change for those who are vulnerable or have experienced homelessness? Through striving to ensure their move on to independence is safe and sustainable, the support you will provide will make a fundamental difference to the individuals we work with.
We are looking for experienced support workers with responsibilities for the following (but not limited too):
• Work from a supported housing project, providing housing and support to vulnerable adults, the majority of whom will have had a recent history of rough sleeping and the associated challenges that are connected to this.
• Carry out and/or contribute to assessments of need to identify what support is best suited to that individual and any concerns to be aware of from the beginning of their placement.
• Build professional, trusting and respectful relationships with all residents living at the property, external clients and your surrounding team.
• Ensure the support you provide to be asset based at all times and holistic in its delivery.
• Support clients in finding and engaging with external or statutory services that will be able to assist them with their needs and future development.
• Support clients in ensuring that they have access to everything they will need to progress through to independent living such as ID’s, bank accounts, health services and specialists.
• Support clients in learning new life skills from within the property which will assist them in living independently
• Actively support the aspirations of the clients through assisting them with external training and employment opportunities.
• Support clients in understanding their behaviours, on and off site, and the impact and consequences this can have on others.
• Confidently design and lead on group sessions for all residents within the property such as cooking and gardening.
• Provide structured weekly support sessions, identifying time bound actions for the resident to ensure traction on progression.
• Encourage, motive and enable your residents own their next steps and progression with moving on to their own accommodation.
• Maintain clear and professional boundaries with all contacts and promote the concept of independence, not dependence, through the support you provide.
• Take an active role in meetings and activities with groups of resident, colleagues, partners, and contribute positively to the development of this service.
• Maintain accurate support files and record keeping for the resident’s journey through to independent living, and create and submit reports on progression as required.
• Monitor, review and continuously update the ‘keeping safe plan’ for each resident within provision.
All applicants must have a valid and current driving licence and access to a car.
Please send an updated CV and cover letter explaining why you should be considered for this role to recruitment@ymca-dg.org.
Any questions or requests for additional information should also be emailed to recruitment@ymca-dg.org
Deadline for applications: 25th June 2021
Interviews to be held on: 2nd July 2021
YMCA Dulverton Group are an exciting fast-paced charity seeking highly motivated and conscientious individuals. We are an equal opportunities employer that believes in development and championing potential, committed to young people and opening doors for the community.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of our children and young people. We follow a safer recruitment process, with an Enhanced DBS check and two suitable references required.
Role: Homeless Support Enabler
Department: Housing
Location: North Somerset
Hours: 15 hours a week spread over the 7 days, to include evenings and weekends.
Salary: £20,731.49 pro-rata
Contract: Fixed Term 36 Months
Benefits:
• Regular training opportunities
• Gym membership
• 10 days free school holiday childcare
• Discount childcare for 0-5’s
• 1 night hotel stay at our locations
• Pension scheme
• 28 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
YMCA Dulverton Group deliver the Outreach support in North Somerset and work closely with North Somerset Council. This new supported housing project is set up to respond to those who have low support needs and as final step before they move on to independent living. The support you provide will be crucial in assisting the residents to reach their goals.
Our teams take an asset based approach to actively encourage positive progression for all the individuals we work alongside. Creating professional, positive and trusting relationships will be key to working together with every resident in overcoming the barriers which they face.
As a service we provide a safe and welcoming environment for the individuals we work alongside, with their aspirations and desires at the forefront of the support we offer.
Overall we seek to encourage and enable everyone we support to become empowered by providing opportunities for progressive change. This can be challenging yet rewarding work that helps individuals to belong, contribute and thrive.
If you are looking for challenging and rewarding work, within which you can empower individuals by providing opportunities for progressive change; then we would welcome your application or the chance to discuss the opportunity with you.
All applicants must have a valid and current driving licence and access to a car.
Please send an updated CV and cover letter explaining why you should be considered for this role to recruitment@ymca-dg.org.
Any questions or requests for additional information should also be emailed to recruitment@ymca-dg.org
Deadline for applications: 21st June 2021
Interviews to be held on: 29th June 2021
YMCA Dulverton Group are an exciting fast-paced charity seeking highly motivated and conscientious individuals. We are an equal opportunities employer that believes in development and championing potential, committed to young people and opening doors for the community.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of our children and young people. We follow a safer recruitment process, with an Enhanced DBS check and two suitable references required.
Role: Youth Worker
Department: Housing
Location: Cullompton
Hours: 6 hours per week to include evenings and weekends
Salary: £17,422.23 per annum pro-rata
Contract: Fixed term contract until 31/03/2022 (with possible extension subject to funding)
Benefits:
• Regular training opportunities
• Gym membership
• 10 days free school holiday childcare
• Discount childcare for 0-5’s
• 1-night hotel stay at our locations
• Pension scheme
• 28 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
Overview
As part of a team you will be delivering youth work provision in Cullompton and tasked to facilitate a safe, welcoming and supportive space for children and young people and to provide each individual the opportunity to belong, contribute and thrive.
Duties & Responsibilities:
• Interact and communicate with young people establishing appropriate relationships to safeguard and ensure good standards of support, provision and behaviour;
• Actively seek opportunities for young people to volunteer and engage in their work and environment;
• Respond to and challenge unacceptable behaviour, in accordance with our designated procedures and behaviour policy;
• Encourage young people to develop a positive attitude in themselves, towards others and their environment;
• Maintain an up to date knowledge of services in order to promote the opportunities and services available to increase the usage, value and benefit offered to young people and the community;
• Work to achieve the key outcomes of the Youth Work Strategy and related delivery plans;
• Assist with the effective operation of facilities and good standards of building management;
• Provide support to the YMCA DG at different sites as required showing flexibility in location and shift pattern including evenings and weekends;
• Responsibility for continual professionalism development, engaging in meetings, training, networking and other appropriate activities as requested;
• Undertake any duties as deemed appropriate by the Chief Executive or Board of Directors;
• Conduct yourself in a polite, professional and approachable manner at all times. To be courteous to others and deal with all individuals in a professional, respectful and courteous manner;
All applicants must have a valid and current driving licence and access to a car.
Please send an updated CV and cover letter explaining why you should be considered for this role to recruitment@ymca-dg.org.
Any questions or requests for additional information should also be emailed to recruitment@ymca-dg.org
Deadline for applications: 21st June 2021
Interviews to be held on: 29th June 2021
Early Years
Role: Nursery Practitioner
Location: Cullompton, North Somerset, Somerset
(Young Ones, Barley Wood, Stepping Stones, Yew Trees, and Meadowside)
Salary: £8.28 – £8.72 per hour depending on experience
Hours: Full time and flexible in line with operational needs of the setting
Contract type: Permanent
Deadline for applications: Ongoing
Interview date: Ongoing
Do you share a passion for working in Early Years and would you like to be part of our fun, enthusiastic and motivated teams? Would you like to join us in guiding, nurturing and developing the next generation of Super Heroes?
We are recruiting highly motivated and passionate Early Years Practitioners to join our growing teams.
Please email recruitment@ymca-dg.org for more information
How to apply:
To apply, please send an updated CV and cover letter to recruitment@ymca-dg.org
Role: Nursery Practitioner (BANK STAFF)
Location: Cullompton, North Somerset, Somerset
(Young Ones, Barley Wood, Stepping Stones, Yew Trees, and Meadowside)
Salary: £6.56 to £8.91 dependant on age, experience and qualifications
Hours: Variable
Contract type: Temporary
Deadline for applications: Ongoing
Interview date: Ongoing
Do you share a passion for working in Early Years and would you like to be part of our fun, enthusiastic and motivated teams? Would you like to join us in guiding, nurturing and developing the next generation of Super Heroes?
We are recruiting highly motivated and passionate Early Years Practitioners as bank staff to support our growing teams.
How to apply:
To apply, please send an updated CV and cover letter to recruitment@ymca-dg.org
Role: Early Years Practitioner
Location: Young Ones Nursery and Preschool, Cullompton
Salary: £9.36 – £9.91 per hour depending on experience
Hours: Full time and flexible in line with operational needs of the setting
Contract type: Permanent
Deadline for applications: TBC
Interview date: TBC
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our established childcare provision nestled in the heart of Devon.
Young Ones is a purpose built open-plan Nursery situated in an old church with gardens. We offer wrap around care to local school children aged 5-11 years in addition to our holiday club. We are a passionate, motivated and close-knit team committed to making a difference to the lives of the children in our care.
Would you like to join us in guiding, nurturing and developing the next generation of Super Heroes?
How to apply:
To apply, please send an updated CV and cover letter to recruitment@ymca-dg.org
Role: Daycamp Leader
Location: Barley Wood, Wrington or Yew Trees, Axbridge
Salary: £8.91 – £10.00 per hour
Hours: As and when required
Contract type: Casual hours during school holidays
Deadlines for applications: Friday 30th April 2021
Interview date: Wednesday 12th May 2021
Do you share a passion for working with children and would you like to be part of our fun, enthusiastic and motivated team?
Day Camp Leaders are responsible for providing children with a simulating, fun, adventure filled week. Your role includes leading them through sports, crafts, games, activities whilst ensuring they remain safe at all times. This is a fast paced, hugely varied and rewarding role. Our Day Camps operate during all school holidays, with additional opportunities for work during school terms available.
How to apply:
To apply, please send an updated CV and cover letter to recruitment@ymca-dg.org
Role: Deputy Manager
Location: Young Ones Nursery and Preschool, Cullompton
Salary: £9.69 per hour
Hours: 38 hours
Contract type: Temporary – Maternity cover
Deadlines for applications: Wednesday 30th May 2021
Interview date: TBC
Do you share a passion for working in Early Years and would you like to be part of our fun, enthusiastic and motivated team? Would you like to join us in guiding, nurturing and developing the next generation of Super Heroes?
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our childcare provision in Cullompton.
How to apply:
To apply, please send an updated CV and cover letter to recruitment@ymca-dg.org
Role: Nursery Catering Delivery Driver
Department: Early Years
Location: Yew Trees Nursery, Axbridge
Hours: 10 hours per week (2 hours a day)
Salary: £8.91 per hour
Contract: Permanent
Benefits:
• Regular training opportunities
• Gym membership
• 10 days free school holiday childcare
• Discount childcare for 0-5’s
• 1 night hotel stay at our locations
• Pension scheme
• 28 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
General information:
The primary objective of this role is to pick up, drive and deliver nursery meals to the various nurseries across our provision. The role-holder must be able to drive and hold a full and clean UK drivers’ licence.
Hours of Work:
10 hours per week. Working hours may be subject to review according to the needs of the service and future endeavours.
Typical shifts are;
• 11.00am-1.00pm
• Monday to Friday
Key responsibilities:
• Drive and deliver meals – a company vehicle will be provided from site each day for the duration of the deliveries.
• Assist with the recording of food temperatures to ensure all food arrives and is served at the correct temperatures across all our sites.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene at all times
• Liaise with all sites to ensure effective communication
• Possess stamina , and good general fitness to be able to lift at least 15 kilos at a time.
• Flexible and versatile with the ability to respond to the needs of the team on any particular day.
• Assist with the maintenance of all equipment within the catering operation through due care and diligence in accordance with the company’s Health and Safety Policy.
Person Specification:
• An honest and friendly individual who can represent the organisation in a positive light.
• Possess the ability to follow verbal and geographical directions.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• An understanding of personal hygiene.
• Proven track record of reliability, attendance and punctuality.
• Self-motivated and flexible
• Good communication skills both written and verbal
Education/Qualifications
• Good standard of written and verbal English
• A clean and full drivers licence is critical for this role.
Please send an updated CV and cover letter explaining why you should be considered for this role to recruitment@ymca-dg.org.
Any questions or requests for additional information should also be emailed to recruitment@ymca-dg.org
Deadline for applications: 24th June 2021
Interviews to be held on: 28th and 30th June
YMCA Dulverton Group are an exciting fast-paced charity seeking highly motivated and conscientious individuals. We are an equal opportunities employer that believes in development and championing potential, committed to young people and opening doors for the community.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of our children and young people. We follow a safer recruitment process, with an Enhanced DBS check and two suitable references required.
Role: Deputy Manager
Department: Early Years
Location: Young Ones Nursery, Cullompton
Hours: 38 hours
Salary: £9.69 per hour
Contract: Temporary – Maternity cover
Benefits:
• Regular training opportunities
• Gym membership
• 10 days free school holiday childcare
• Discount childcare for 0-5’s
• 1 night hotel stay at our locations
• Pension scheme
• 28 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
Do you share a passion for working in Early Years and would you like to be part of our fun, enthusiastic and motivated team? Would you like to join us in guiding, nurturing and developing the next generation of Super Heroes?
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our childcare provision in Cullompton.
• Deputise in the Nursery Managers absence and be a trusted key holder for the Nursery.
• Lead and guide the setting in continuous development of practice, in order to provide the best opportunities for children to learn through play, utilising the outdoors as much as possible.
• Assist with building the reputation and usage of the setting.
• Assist with leading the team to ensure we provide secure and stimulating environments where children can develop emotionally and intellectually as well as morally, physically, spiritually and socially, at their own pace.
• Be proactive in keeping up with legislation and practice development, in relation to Early Years, in order to support the professional development of our staff.
• Collaborate with the EY Director and other Nursery Managers to share learning, best practice and resources.
• The post holder is responsible for supporting and facilitating effective quality services, which promote a tolerant and caring environment consistent with Christian values.
Skills, Experience & Qualifications
• A confident individual who is committed about providing the best quality opportunities to children, young people and the community.
• An empathy for and enjoyment of working with children.
• Working knowledge of effective safeguarding practice.
• Strong Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Level 3 or above relevant childcare qualification
• At least 5 years’ experience of working with children under the age of 5
• Willingness to engage in training and reflect for their own development
• Understanding that everyone is different and making sure everyone who uses our services are respected and given the best experience.
• Self-motivated, flexible and solution focused approach.
• Ability to keep calm under pressure and in challenging situations.
• Strong organisational and administration skills.
• A belief in the value and importance of investing in the development of every individual in our teams.
• Ability to provide support and guidance whilst promoting learning and respect.
• High standard of written and verbal English and good IT competency.
Full UK driving licence.
Please send an updated CV and cover letter explaining why you should be considered for this role to recruitment@ymca-dg.org.
Any questions or requests for additional information should also be emailed to recruitment@ymca-dg.org
Deadline for applications: 30th June 2021
Interviews to be held on: TBC
