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Come and join usWe’re looking for people who share our values of compassion, accountability and optimism to help us provide high quality care for the patients, carers, families and communities we serve. We specialise in NHS mental health and learning disability services and we’re proud to make a difference every day.At SPFT we put people first. We’ll do everything possible to help you feel respected, valued and included. You’ll have opportunities to learn, grow and gain new experiences to support your career, with access to lifelong learning and professional development.We actively promote flexible working and understand how important work life balance is, especially in healthcare. Whether it’s part time hours, hybrid working or flexible start and finish times, we’ll explore what works for you and the role.We recognise that AI is becoming part of daily life and you may choose to use it to help prepare your application. We welcome innovation but ask that anything you submit reflects your own abilities, experience and voice. AI can support how you describe your skills and experience, but it should never replace your own words as we want to get to know you.We’re shaping a workplace where ideas are encouraged, technology supports you and everyone has a voice in how we improve. If that sounds like the kind of organisation you want to be part of, we’d love to hear from you.<h3>Job overview</h3><a href="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk%2Fdownload_file%2F5233%2F0&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cjessica.dennis-smither%40nhs.net%7Cc09e1ad9dde3451b4cc308de38032cb6%7C37c354b285b047f5b22207b48d774ee3%7C0%7C0%7C639009783456653317%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=1zECIa1NMxXllqbmQwjqWI%2F1ABn2E%2F8UG%2FTrOgClvAM%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Candidate Information Pack</a>We have a pivotal opportunity for an experienced, values-based, senior nursing leader to join Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust as our Chief Nursing Officer.This is an Executive Director role and a voting member of the Trust Board, responsible for providing visible, strategic and compassionate leadership. The postholder will be the professional lead for nurses, healthcare assistants, psychological therapies, allied health professionals and social workers and, as such, be pivotal in recruiting, retaining and developing our current workforce and the workforce of the future. In addition, they will be lead for quality with specific responsibility for quality planning and governance, safety including safeguarding and health and safety, and physical healthcare, including being the Director for Infection Prevention and Control. The role plays a significant system-wide influence across the Sussex Health and Care Integrated Care System, Provider Collaboratives, academic partners and national networks.As part of the recruitment process, there will be an opportunity for initial engagement and enquiry conversations. The interview process will involve multi-stage assessments including stakeholder sessions and a final interview panel. All associated dates and further information about the Trust is set out in the Candidate Information Pack.This is a high-impact, values-led leadership role at a key moment in our strategic journey.<h3>Main duties of the job</h3>•Hold statutory Executive Director responsibilities, including Director of Infection Prevention and Control, Trust Lead for Safeguarding, Health and Safety, and SRO for safety, quality planning and assurance•Provide strategic leadership and professional oversight for nursing, healthcare assistants, psychology, allied health professions, social care and support staff, ensuring strong professional identity, regulation, education, staffing, standards and career development•Lead for 'quality' implementing of the Quality Star, through partnership working with the executive team, taking the senior responsible officer role for quality planning, assurance and safety&nbsp;•Lead implementation of Patient Safety Incident Response Framework, never events, inquests, learning from incidents, safeguarding and restrictive practice, embedding relational, psychologically safe and restorative approaches ensuring learning is shared and embedded across the organisation resulting in continuous quality improvement•Promote a compassionate culture rooted in learning, professional voice, speaking up and inclusion, representing the Trust internally and externally at senior system and national levels•Work in triumvirate with the CMO and COO to align operational delivery, clinical leadership, workforce, governance and transformation priorities•Provide visible and authentic leadership across inpatient and community settings, demonstrating the Trust values and role-modelling high professional standards<h3>Working for our organisation</h3>Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist provider of mental health, learning disability and neurodevelopmental services, serving a population of approximately 1.7 million across East Sussex, West Sussex and Brighton &amp; Hove. We also provide regional and national specialist services and lead three NHS Provider Collaboratives.We employ around 6,000 staff and are a university teaching Trust with strong academic links to Brighton and Sussex Medical School, the University of Sussex, the University of Brighton and national research partners.We are a values-led organisation, proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and Armed Forces Covenant Gold Member. We actively promote compassionate, restorative and inclusive leadership and support career development, wellbeing, flexible working and staff networks, including lived experience, ethnic minority, LGBTQIA+, disability, neurodivergent, spirituality, women’s and armed forces networks.Our vision is: Great care and improved outcomes together.<h3>Detailed job description and main responsibilities</h3>This is a Board-level executive role with professional registration. Fit and proper person test and enhanced disclosure required.The Chief Nursing Officer is responsible for:·&nbsp;Quality leadership, quality planning, quality assurance, safety, and quality reporting·&nbsp;Professional regulation and leadership for nursing, psychology, allied health professionals and social care professions·&nbsp;Executive responsibility for DIPC, safeguarding, Health and Safety and Human Rights-based practice&nbsp;·&nbsp;Championing restorative and just culture, incident learning, continuous improvement and PSIRF·&nbsp;Leading professional workforce strategy, education, regulation, retention, career pathways and research·&nbsp;Providing expert advice to the Board on professional standards, quality, experience, safety and workforce·&nbsp;Promoting psychologically safe, evidence-led, values-based professional practice·&nbsp;Working collaboratively with executive colleagues, ICS partners, regulators and academic networks.For full details, including the interview details and key dates, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification within the Candidate Pack.<a href="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk%2Fdownload_file%2F5233%2F0&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cjessica.dennis-smither%40nhs.net%7Cc09e1ad9dde3451b4cc308de38032cb6%7C37c354b285b047f5b22207b48d774ee3%7C0%7C0%7C639009783456653317%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=1zECIa1NMxXllqbmQwjqWI%2F1ABn2E%2F8UG%2FTrOgClvAM%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Candidate Information Pack</a><h3>Person specification</h3><h4>Qualifications</h4><h5>Essential criteria</h5><ul><li>Registered Nursing Qualification (RMN or RNLD)</li><li>Educated at 1st degree level or advanced qualification in relevant health subject or equivalent</li><li>Educated at Masters degree level or equivalent level qualification/s in a relevant field</li></ul><h5>Desirable criteria</h5><ul><li>Dual nursing qualification (RGN/RMN)</li></ul>SPFT is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We particularly welcome applications from people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and from disabled candidates, as these groups are currently underrepresented.Successful candidates are normally appointed to the bottom of the pay scale unless previous NHS experience in a similar role can be evidenced.SPFT takes its responsibilities for safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk very seriously. We expect all staff and bank workers to share this commitment and complete the relevant safeguarding training for their role.If you have not heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. However, we’ll always do our best to keep you informed as we know how much time and care goes into applying for a role.In the event of a high number of applications, we may close this vacancy early.

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust-1

Chief Nursing Officer

Varndean School requires an enthusiastic, committed and outstanding Assistant School Business Manager. The successful applicant will be supporting three schools - Varndean School and two local primary schools - and as such will need to demonstrate excellent communication skills and a strong aptitude for multi-tasking and prioritisation. This is an exciting time to join us and a great opportunity to be involved in the next stage of development of this very strong team.The role is 37 hours per week, 45.05 weeks per year. NJC scale 5 point 13 (£29,064) to point 17 (£31,022) pro rata starting salary £25,179.Varndean School is an 11-16 school with around 1500, set in a picturesque south coast location in the vibrant and diverse city of Brighton and Hove. Varndean is a Good (Ofsted 2022) and well-established school already, we have made rapid progress over the past couple of years and have no intention of resting on our laurels. The potential here is immense and the successful applicant will play a role in supporting our students to develop World Class Learning. Varndean is an excellent place to work. Ofsted in 2022 described the “inspirational leaders” , the “expert” teachers, “impressive” pupils and the “exceptionally strong” staff training.&nbsp;We hope you will be interested in joining us. If so please complete the application form and send/e-mail it, with a covering letter to Lynn Hill, Director of Finance and Operations, Varndean School <a href="mailto:vacancies@varndean.co.uk" target="_blank">vacancies@varndean.co.uk</a>The closing date is 9am on Monday 5th January 2026. Early applications are encouraged as the school reserves the right to interview excellent candidates in advance of this date.

Varndean School 

Varndean School Prospectus 2025

Assistant Business Manager 

<h2>Salary:</h2>£19,099.98<h2>Hours:</h2>30 hours a week (3 week rota, shifts include day, evenings &amp; weekends)<h2>Contract Type:</h2>Permanent<h2>Closing Date:</h2>18/12/2025<h2>Job Description</h2>We have an exciting new opportunity as a Lifeguard at Wave Active, where you will be working in a fun, lively environment with likeminded people. You will help to inspire others to work together and deliver their very best.A National Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) would be beneficial, however if you are safety conscious, a competent swimmer and eager to gain valuable life skills, then with our continuous learning and development opportunities, we would be happy to support you in achieving this qualification.There are many opportunities available for you within Wave Active. Starting your career with us as a Lifeguard is a great first step to many different routes including Operational Management, Sales, Fitness or Customer Service.Are you what we are looking for?<ul><li>You will be responsible for the supervision of our customers and other lifeguards using our swimming and pool facilities.</li><li>You will always act safely whilst holding responsibility for the Health and Safety of all pool users and oversee the operations of the building.</li><li>You will have excellent attention to detail, ensuring the safety of our customers whilst they are enjoying the use of our facilities.</li><li>You will have a passion for delivering first class customer service and deal with customers in a friendly and professional manner whilst going above and beyond to deliver the highest of standards.</li><li>You will have an eye for first class cleanliness and will put this into action whenever required.</li><li>Be a team player</li></ul>Who are we?Wave Active is an award-winning charity and social enterprise, supporting our local communities with facilities, activities, and services to inspire active lifestyles.Our purpose is to “Inspire Active Lifestyles” and vision, “To be at the heart of the improvement of health and wellbeing in the Community”.We are passionate about providing services and opportunities that support individuals to gain, regain or maintain health, fitness and wellbeing improvements. Managing 15 leisure facilities and Newhaven Fort, across the Lewes District and Eastbourne Borough of East Sussex we provide health and fitness services for both members and non-members of all ages to participate in, whether that be through sport, group exercise, gym, swim, play or health services.While we offer a range of facilities and activities across our multifunctional spaces, our team is key to creating an approachable environment enabling individuals to prioritise their wellbeing and their health journey.Formed in 2006 Wave Active continues to ensure all surplus revenues generated from activities are reinvested back into the community in the form of facility developments and refurbishments, new programmes of activity and to support those with health conditions to make health improvements.The Post in ContextThe key purpose of this post is to maintain constant surveillance of customers in the facility; acting immediately and appropriately to secure the safety of customers in the event of emergency. When necessary, you will provide emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services.Customer ServiceThe priorities of the Lifeguard Leisure Attendants are:<ul><li>To provide a friendly and efficient service to all customers.</li><li>To pro-actively provide information to promote the Centre to the public at all times.</li><li>To respond positively to customer enquiries.</li></ul>General Tasks<ul><li>To clean all areas of the Centre including pool hall, changing rooms, toilets, showers, storeroom and drains to ensure exceptional standards of hygiene and cleanliness.</li><li>To ensure that all users behave in an orderly manner at all times and take appropriate action should any member of the public misuse the facilities.</li><li>To assist with the delivery of continuous improvement plans.</li><li>To assist in the maintenance, use and updating of safety equipment and to ensure that the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act are properly adhered to.</li><li>To be diligent about compliance with the Trust’s Health and Safety Policy.</li><li>To take on relevant responsibilities during Emergency Procedures.</li></ul>General Tasks – Wet Side<ul><li>To lifeguard and supervise the pool area, assist swimmers in difficulty, undertake any necessary life-saving operations and apply First Aid as needed.</li><li>To supervise changing rooms, showers and associated areas.</li><li>To make and record periodic checks on chemical levels of the pool water and report to a manager should it fail to meet the required standards.</li><li>To ensure the day to day preparation of the pool facilities for swimming lessons, special water activities and private parties.</li><li>To assist the OM in organising special water activities for children during the school holidays.</li><li>To maintain a National Pool Lifeguard Qualification including attendance at staff training on a monthly basis.</li></ul>General Tasks – Dry Side<ul><li>To ensure day to day preparation of facilities e.g. equipment set ups.</li><li>To undertake coaching/supervision of courses and sessions as required.</li></ul>Other Duties<ul><li>To carry out other duties as required.</li><li>To adhere to Wave Active Limited’s policies and procedures.</li></ul><h2>Personal Specification</h2>Profile (Essential)<ul><li>Good interpersonal abilities</li><li>Able to understand hazards related to pool conditions</li><li>Tact and diplomacy when dealing with customers who are breaking the rules</li><li>Ability to stay calm under extreme circumstances</li><li>Excellent observation skills</li><li>Quick reaction in dangerous situations</li><li>Customer focused</li><li>Driven and Enthusiastic</li><li>Passion for providing exceptional service</li><li>Team Player</li></ul>Experience (Essential)<ul><li>Similar work environment</li></ul>Qualifications (Essential)<ul><li>NPLQ (Ability to obtain NPLQ on our next available course)</li><li>Interest free funding maybe available if you do not have this qualification</li></ul>Qualifications (Desirable)<ul><li>Knowledge of COSHH regulations</li><li>Coaching Qualification</li><li>First Aid Certificate</li></ul>Specialist Knowledge (Essential)<ul><li>Able to organise leisure sessions in at least one activity</li></ul>Other (Essential)<ul><li>To be flexible to the changing demands of the business</li><li>To be able to follow Wave Active Limited’s Policies and Procedures</li></ul>

Wave Active

Lifeguard/Leisure Attendant

<h5>Description</h5>37.5 hours per week / £27,770 per annum / permanent / working onsite on a seven-day rolling rota, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.<a href="https://www.ymcadlg.org/ymca-downslink-group-about-us/" target="_blank">Our mission</a>&nbsp;is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be. We do this by providing a safe home, increasing life skills and self-confidence, and improving emotional wellbeing and mental health.YMCA Hastings provides medium-low supported accommodation for a total of 47 young people at risk of homelessness, aged 16 to 25, and care experienced young people under the age of 18. We have a dedicated team of Support Workers, Night Support Workers and additional Bank Workers who provide support, guidance, and signposting around areas such as housing, budgeting, living skills, jobs and relationship building. Situated just of the seafront, the service has strong links with and contributes to the local community.We are looking for a Supported Housing Support Worker to join our team, who will hold a caseload of residents and meet with them weekly to build a support plan.&nbsp;Main areas of responsibilities are:Housing<ul><li>You will hold a caseload of young people who are housed across our sites with the support of the team.&nbsp;&nbsp;Support provided is light touch, and a good knowledge of partner agencies is essential for relevant signposting</li><li>Interview young people to assess their suitability for our housing</li><li>Support young people to manage their occupancy agreement and adhere to house rules in preparation for independent living.&nbsp;&nbsp;Helping young people navigate shared living skills is key to this role and includes facilitating house meetings, rotas and cleaning sessions</li><li>Support young people to keep up to date with all payments for rent and liaise with housing benefit</li><li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of housing and welfare benefits for young people</li><li>Complete Occupancy Sign up and induction with incoming residents</li><li>Deal effectively with non-compliance issues, such as non-payment of rent, ASB or breaches of Health and Safety, using restorative practices</li><li>Contribute to maintaining properties to a high standard including conducting health and safety checks</li></ul>Support and Engagement<ul><li>Light touch support to residents, signposting to partner agencies as appropriate</li><li>Support each resident to develop their own person-centred Support Plan with short- and long-term goals to work towards independent living skills and their next accommodation steps</li><li>Arrange Review Meetings with young people at least once every 3 months to update and review risk assessments and support plans</li><li>Check in with each resident at least once a week</li><li>Encourage a culture of education, employment and engagement</li><li>Ensure consistent standards of safeguarding and Trauma Informed Practice when supporting young people, observing our safeguarding procedures, and keeping yourself and residents safe by respecting professional boundaries</li><li>Maintain client records on In-Form (client database) detailing the young person’s journey in relation to their strengths and needs, any risks, and any outcomes (to monitor service performance)</li></ul>General&nbsp;<ul><li>Work as part of a team</li><li>Treat young people at the service in a non-judgmental and psychologically informed way&nbsp; </li><li>Contribute to a great working environment, with a calm, yet assertive manner, being able to handle potentially difficult situations</li><li>Participate in relevant continuing professional development and utilise Reflective Practice Supervision as part of leading psychologically informed practice</li><li>Liaise effectively with other professionals and services</li></ul>There will be times when lone working will be a requirement for this role, but you will get to know the team and service, along with an induction and training prior to starting on a rota.&nbsp;Please download the job profile for full role details.&nbsp;&nbsp;If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate. This is a dynamic and varied role; you will be passionate about being involved in the support and growth of young people.Experience and Knowledge<ul><li>Experience relating to housing, support work, and/or working with young people</li><li>Experience of working proactively with a caseload of young people with multiple and complex needs to enable them to achieve independent living</li><li>Knowledge of statutory and voluntary resources available to young people with multiple and complex needs</li><li>Knowledge of good safeguarding procedures in relation to young people and the ability to maintain effective professional boundaries</li><li>Demonstrated confidence and competence in recording notes/actions in service log, incident forms and health and safety check lists</li></ul>Skills and Abilities&nbsp;<ul><li>Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing for appropriate recording of a resident’s progression, and to evidence outcomes achieved</li><li>Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders, including signposting and advocating for clients as necessary</li><li>Ability to work autonomously, and use own initiative, as well as being part of a team</li><li>Clear verbal and written communication skills, good IT, and keyboard skills</li><li>Strong time management skills with the ability to plan and prioritise</li></ul>If you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this post, please contact&nbsp;<a href="https://ymcadlg-my.sharepoint.com/personal/ren_louca_ymcadlg_org/Documents/Desktop/Abigail.Owen@ymcadlg.org" target="_blank">Charlotte.Rodrigues@ymcadlg.org&nbsp;</a>.Should you require any assistance with our application process, please email us&nbsp;at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Recruitment@ymcadlg.org" target="_blank">Recruitment@ymcadlg.org</a>.CLOSING DATE: Sunday 28 December 2025 at midnight. If we identify a strong candidate, we may invite them to interview ahead of the closing date.TO APPLY: Scroll down the page to the application form. Please download the job profile (below), which includes the full role description and person specification.We are not able to support a work permit or offer a visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently.An inclusive workplace&nbsp;We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment.&nbsp;Accessibility&nbsp;If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us.YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced DBS (including the Children’s and Adults’ barred lists) check, along with a reference and background check carried out by a third-party service provider.

YMCA DownsLink Group

Supported Housing Support Worker

<h5>Description</h5>37.5 hours per week / £27,770 per annum / permanent / working onsite on a seven-day rolling rota, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.<a href="https://www.ymcadlg.org/ymca-downslink-group-about-us/" target="_blank">Our mission</a>&nbsp;is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be. We do this by providing a safe home, increasing life skills and self-confidence, and improving emotional wellbeing and mental health.<a href="https://www.ymcadlg.org/where-we-work/ymca-brighton-and-hove/" target="_blank">Our Brighton &amp; Hove Services&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;provide supported accommodation for 35 young people at risk of homelessness across two sites.Gareth Stacey House is one of our 24-hour supported housing services offering high and medium levels of housing-related support for young people aged 16-25 with 15 bedspaces and shared communal facilities. We adopt a trauma informed and psychologically informed approach to supporting our residents to help them build essential life skills, identify their goals and work towards aspirations so that they can move on to enjoy fully independent futures. We have a dedicated team of Support Workers, Night Workers and additional Bank Workers who provide support, guidance, and signposting around areas such as housing, budgeting, living skills, jobs and relationship building. Situated in the centre of Hove, the service has strong links with and contributes to the local community. Each Support Worker holds a caseload of residents and meets with them weekly to build a support plan and help them achieve their goals.We are looking for a Supported Housing Support Worker to join our Gareth Stacey House team.&nbsp;Main areas of responsibilities are:Housing:<ul><li>Coach young people to manage their occupancy agreement and adhere to house rules, in preparation for independent living</li><li>Promote a credit culture, encouraging young people to keep up to date with all payments for rent</li><li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of housing and welfare benefits for young people and be well-informed on significant changes to housing law</li><li>Deal effectively with non-compliance issues, such as non-payment of rent or damage to room, using restorative practices and working collaboratively with the rest of the team</li></ul>Coaching and Engagement:<ul><li>Coach young people so they can articulate their aspirations and ambitions and take the lead in acquiring the skills they need to live independent and fulfilling lives</li><li>Ensure young people are encouraged to take responsibility for their own personal development, to engage with the services on offer and build strong networks and connections within the local community </li><li>Ensure consistent standards of safeguarding and Trauma Informed Practice when supporting young people, observing our safeguarding procedures, and keeping yourself and residents safe by respecting professional boundaries</li><li>Maintain client records on In-Form (client database) detailing the young person’s journey in relation to their strengths and needs, any risks, and any outcomes (to monitor service performance)</li></ul>General:<ul><li>Work as part of a team, on a rota shift pattern, ensuring young people at the service have non-judgemental, objective, and supportive staff during the day/evening, along with taking responsibility for personal safety during periods of lone working</li><li>Contribute to a great working environment, with a calm, yet assertive manner, being able to handle potentially difficult situations</li><li>Participate in relevant continuing professional development and utilise Reflective Practice Supervision as part of leading psychologically informed practice</li></ul>There will be times when lone working will be a requirement for this role, but you will get to know the team and service, along with an induction and training prior to starting on a rota.&nbsp;Please download the job profile for full role details.&nbsp;&nbsp;If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate. This is a dynamic and varied role; you will be passionate about being involved in the support and growth of young people.Experience and Knowledge:<ul><li>Experience relating to housing, support work, and/or working with young people at risk</li><li>Experience of working proactively with a caseload of young people with multiple and complex needs to enable them to achieve independent living</li><li>Knowledge of statutory and voluntary resources available to young people with multiple and complex needs</li><li>Knowledge of good safeguarding procedures in relation to young people and the ability to maintain effective professional boundaries</li><li>Demonstrated confidence and competence in recording notes/actions in service log, incident forms and health and safety check lists</li></ul>Skills and Abilities:&nbsp;<ul><li>Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing for appropriate recording of a resident’s progression, and to evidence outcomes achieved</li><li>Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders, including signposting and advocating for clients as necessary</li><li>Ability to work autonomously, and use own initiative, as well as being part of a team</li><li>Clear verbal and written communication skills, good IT, and keyboard skills</li><li>Ability to de-escalate volatile situations and manage challenging behaviour appropriately</li></ul>If you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this post, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Trish.Dwyer@ymcadlg.org" target="_blank">Trish.Dwyer@ymcadlg.org&nbsp;</a>or <a href="https://app.healthboxhr.com/job-application/external/steven.crowe@ymcadlg.org" target="_blank">Steven.Crowe@ymcadlg.org&nbsp;</a>Should you require any assistance with our application process, please email us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Recruitment@ymcadlg.org" target="_blank">Recruitment@ymcadlg.org</a>CLOSING DATE: Sunday 14 December 2025 at midnight. If we identify a strong candidate, we may invite them to interview ahead of the closing date.TO APPLY: Scroll down the page to the application form. Please download the job profile (below), which includes the full role description and person specification.We are not able to support a work permit or offer a visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently.An inclusive workplace&nbsp;We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment.&nbsp;Accessibility&nbsp;If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us.YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced DBS (including the Children’s and Adults’ barred lists) check, along with a reference and background check carried out by a third-party service provider.

Varndean School is looking to recruit an enthusiastic, committed and outstanding Receptionist to start as soon as possible. The successful applicant would be expected to provide excellent customer service for a wide range of stakeholders, including visitors, parents, students and staff. The reception area is a busy and productive part of the school and the successful applicant should have a proven track record of working in a fast-paced customer-facing working environment with competing demands.The role is 37 Hours per week, term time only. NJC Grade 4a points 9 to 10 £27254 to £27694, actual starting salary £23,611.Varndean is an excellent place to work. Ofsted in 2022 described the “inspirational leaders”, the “expert” teachers, “impressive” pupils and the “exceptionally strong” staff training.We hope you will want to pursue an application further and you are welcome to make a pre- application visit to the school.To apply please complete the application form and send/e-mail it, with a covering letter to Lynn Hill, Director of Finance and Operations, Varndean School <a href="mailto:vacancies@varndean.co.uk" target="_blank">vacancies@varndean.co.uk</a>The closing date is 9am on Monday 5th January 2026. Early applications are encouraged as the school reserves the right to interview excellent candidates in advance of this date.

Receptionist

Varndean School is looking for a reliable and hardworking Catering Supervisor to start as soon as possible. 32.5 hours per week, term time only (39 weeks per year) 7am to 2pm Monday to Friday (incl 30 min unpaid break) Salary scale 4a point 9 - 10 (£27,254 - £27,694 pro rata) actual starting salary £20,739.74. Under the guidance of the Catering Manager, the successful applicant will provide leadership and guidance to all team members to ensure a positive customer experience., and assist the Catering Manager with ordering and invoicing processes. Reporting to the Catering Manager, this is an important role in maintaining the school’s high hygiene and kitchen standards. we are looking for someone who works well in a team, who has a systematic approach to their work and who is able to follow established procedures. Varndean is an excellent place to work. Ofsted in 2022 described the “inspirational leaders”, the “expert” teachers, “impressive” pupils and the “exceptionally strong” staff training.We hope you will want to pursue an application further and you are welcome to make a pre-application visit to the school.To apply please complete the application form and send/e-mail it, with a covering letter to Lynn Hill, Director of Finance and Operations, Varndean School <a href="mailto:vacancies@varndean.co.uk" target="_blank">vacancies@varndean.co.uk</a>The closing date is 9am on Monday 5th January 2025. Early applications are encouraged as the school reserves the right to interview excellent candidates in advance of this date.Varndean School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We welcome applications from all parts of our community as we aspire to have a staff body that matches the social and cultural diversity of our student intake. The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check. The school welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. Brighton &amp; Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

Catering Supervisor

<h5>Description</h5>37.5 hours per week / permanent / Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, with the requirement to work one late shift per week and be part of an out of hours 'on-call rota'.At YMCA DownsLink Group,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ymcadlg.org/ymca-downslink-group-about-us/" target="_blank">our mission</a>&nbsp;is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be.&nbsp;We do this by providing a safe home, building life skills and self-confidence, and supporting emotional wellbeing and mental health.Our values -&nbsp;we do what’s right, we work with heart, and we build real connections&nbsp;-guide and shape how we show up for children and young people we support and for each other.We have an exciting opportunity for a Supported Housing Manager to lead our <a href="https://www.ymcadlg.org/where-we-work/ymca-brighton-and-hove/" target="_blank">Brighton and Hove services</a>. Our 24/7 high support services provide supported accommodation for 35 young people at risk of homelessness across two sites – Lansworth House and Gareth Stacey House.As a Supported Housing Manager, you will oversee the daily operations, ensuring our accommodation is safe, welcoming and secure. You will work closely with and lead two Deputy Supported Housing Managers, while supporting the wider team to deliver consistent, compassionate support.We are searching for a motivational and resilient leader who thrives on developing others, championing best practice, and nurturing a collaborative and compassionate culture. You will bring a trauma-informed and psychologically informed approach to both your team and the young people we support, ensuring everyone feels understood, safe and empowered. If you are energised by leading teams, shaping services, and supporting staff to deliver exceptional, person-centred support—even in challenging moments—this could be the role for you.In delivering&nbsp;the role, you will be&nbsp;responsible for:-- Leadership and&nbsp;People Management:&nbsp;Lead and manage a team, recruiting and inducting new staff, and supporting their performance to ensure high standards of service at all times.-- Service Provision:&nbsp;Responsible for the daily operations of the service so that it meets the requirements of the service specification, and:- reflects Psychologically Informed Environments (PIEs), Trauma Informed approaches and restorative practices.- identifies, maps and encourages the strengths and talents of each young person, enabling them to acquire the skills they&nbsp;need to lead independent and fulfilling lives.-- Partnerships:&nbsp;Develop and maintain effective working relationships with partner organisations that add value to the core, commissioned service (or have the potential to) attending relevant multi-disciplinary meetings as needed.-- General:&nbsp;Be a member of the out of hours ‘on call’ rota to provide out of hours management support to projects in the wider locality.About You – If you are enthusiastic about this opportunity but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Your skills and experiences may be more transferable than you think, and you could be exactly the person we’re looking for.You will bring substantial experience in leading and developing teams within supported housing or similar services for young people and/or adults at risk. You will have a strong understanding of the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) and Ofsted frameworks, coupled with a solid grounding in Trauma-Informed Care and Psychologically Informed Environments.You will be a confident and effective communicator with strong facilitation and decision-making skills, able to lead your team through challenging situations with calmness and clarity. You will have proven experience in overseeing safeguarding procedures within residential services and will model professional standards, maintaining clear boundaries while fostering a culture of trust, safety and supportive relationships.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this post, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Jay.Beach@ymcadlg.org" target="_blank">Jay.Beach@ymcadlg.org</a>. Should you require any assistance with our application process, please email us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Recruitment@ymcadlg.org" target="_blank">Recruitment@ymcadlg.org.</a>CLOSING DATE: Sunday 14 December 2025 at midnight.TO APPLY: Scroll down the page to the application form. Please download the job profile (below), which includes the full role description and person specification.We are not able to support a work permit or offer a visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently.An inclusive workplace&nbsp;We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment.&nbsp;Accessibility&nbsp;If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us.YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns.&nbsp;Successful applicants&nbsp;are required to undertake an Enhanced DBS (including the&nbsp;Children’s and Adults’ barred lists)&nbsp;check, along with a reference and background check carried out by a third-party service provider.

Supported Housing Manager

<h5>Description</h5>15 - 18.5 hours per week (2 - 2.5 days), to be worked flexibly including some evening and weekend work (working pattern to be discussed at interview) £30,035 per annum pro rata / permanent.At YMCA DownsLink Group, <a href="https://www.ymcadlg.org/ymca-downslink-group-about-us/" target="_blank">our mission</a> is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be. We do this by providing a safe home, building life skills and self-confidence, and supporting emotional wellbeing and mental health.Our values - we do what’s right, we work with heart, and we build real connections -guide and shape how we show up for children and young people we support and for each other.Our multi-faith chaplains make a difference to the lives of young people by providing a space to be heard, to have fun and to eat together. Chaplains offer non-judgemental support to residents (aged 16-25 years) around their spiritual, emotional and social wellbeing. They are there for people of all faiths, no faith, and for those exploring faith, belief and spirituality. Fundamental to our chaplaincy service are our teams of highly committed volunteer chaplains who are passionate about supporting young people.We have an exciting opportunity to be part of something meaningful as our new Chaplain, coordinating our <a href="https://www.ymcadlg.org/what-we-do/support-and-advice/chaplaincy/" target="_blank">Chaplaincy Service</a> in Brighton and Hove. In this role, you will be responsible for recruiting, inducting, and supervising a group of up to 20 volunteer multi-faith chaplains who help deliver regular weekly chaplaincy sessions in our supported accommodation services.Chaplaincy sessions are usually run in the evenings and involve the preparation of a shared meal. You will, on occasion, also work one to one with some of our residents. The role also has an important outreach function to develop relationships with Christian and other faith/belief communities across Brighton and Hove so that those communities can support and participate in our work, including fundraising.Key responsibilities:<ul><li>Coordinate chaplaincies at our supported accommodation services in Brighton and Hove</li><li>Attend and actively participate in evening chaplaincy sessions (at least bi-weekly)</li><li>Recruit, train, and support new volunteer chaplains from multiple faiths</li><li>Provide one-to-one spiritual care and support to residents</li><li>Develop relationships with local churches and other faith/belief organizations</li><li>Explore potential for new chaplaincy services in other YMCA DLG services</li></ul>&nbsp;About YouIf&nbsp;you are&nbsp;enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience&nbsp;does not&nbsp;align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and&nbsp;demonstrate&nbsp;how your experience is&nbsp;transferrable.&nbsp;You may&nbsp;be just&nbsp;the right candidate.Experience and Knowledge:<ul><li>Good understanding of your own faith/belief system and other faith traditions</li><li>Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion</li><li>Experience recruiting, training, and supervising volunteers</li><li>Experience working with young people, especially those with challenging life experiences</li><li>Willingness to work with people of all faiths/beliefs and none</li><li>Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills</li><li>Ability to support young people experiencing distressing situations</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Training in your faith tradition</li><li>Valid driving license and access to a vehicle</li></ul>If you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this post, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Jay.Beach@ymcadlg.org" target="_blank">Jay.Beach@ymcadlg.org&nbsp;</a> Should you require any assistance with our application process, please email us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Recruitment@ymcadlg.org" target="_blank">Recruitment@ymcadlg.org</a>CLOSING DATE: Sunday 23 November at midnight.TO APPLY: Please scroll down the page to the application form.We are not able to support a work permit or offer a visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently.An inclusive workplace&nbsp;We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment.&nbsp;Accessibility&nbsp;If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us.YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns.&nbsp;Successful applicants&nbsp;are required to undertake an Enhanced DBS (including the&nbsp;Children’s and Adults’ barred lists)&nbsp;check, along with a reference and background check carried out by a third-party service provider.&nbsp;

Chaplain

Family Support WorkerFull Time or Part Time ConsideredGreat Training &amp; Career PathYou will be called upon to support the delivery of physiotherapy sessions, music therapy, Speech and Language Therapy and home play sessions. You will support the therapists to create a learning environment that is appropriate, stimulating and addresses all areas of the child’s learning whilst focusing on developing each child’s functional skills.&nbsp;This will include not only traditional practice but involve ensuring activities are accessible to our families including indoor, outdoor and community based activities and the use of technology.&nbsp;<ul><li>You will support the work of the Outreach Worker through providing behaviour support and leading and planning sessions as directed by the team. </li><li>Safeguarding and the welfare of children are paramount to this role. </li><li>You will also be called upon to work with and give specialised support and advice to carers and families and provide ongoing pastoral support, as well as supporting siblings through play during session times. </li><li>You will be a vital part of the overall Fundraising team, helping to evangelise for the service within the community as well as helping to ensure that our services and families take the lead in all of our marketing and communications.</li></ul>Key Tasks and Main Duties:<ul><li>Work with the therapists to support the children to access high quality provision.</li><li>Work with the Outreach Worker to ensure the needs of the families are being met in terms of signposting to other agencies, supporting with behaviour issues and assisting with supporting statements.</li><li>Be prepared to undertake when asked training and other professional development as required.</li><li>Assist with session planning, organisation, set up prior to each session, recording of observations and clearing away at the end of a session.</li><li>Creating resources as directed by therapists.</li><li>Implement and maintain a lending library of resources to families.</li><li>Support with the delivery of sessions and support other sessions as necessary such as sensory play, music therapy and other services.</li><li>Lead the sibling support sessions as required</li><li>Support the therapists in the monitoring, evaluating of children’s progress and learning in order to inform planning and identify individual needs as well as measurement against impact benefits</li><li>Plan for appropriate learning environments</li><li>Ensure that the physical environment is maintained to high standards of safety, hygiene and presentation</li><li>Build and foster strong relationships and excellent communication with parents and guardians providing on-going pastoral support</li><li>Hands on involvement in all fundraising activities, including participating in 3rd party fundraising events for the Charity when required.</li><li>To assist in the preparation work for audits and inspections</li><li>To adhere to Data Protection, Equal Opportunities, Risk Management, Confidentiality and all other Charity policies and procedures</li><li>This post includes 30 days of holiday per year plus UK national and bank holidays and can be done flexibly.</li></ul>You Should Have Proven Experience:<ul><li>A level 3 qualification in Early Years</li><li>A high standard of written and spoken English.</li><li>A lively and enthusiastic style.</li><li>A commitment to the benefits of early intervention services, a vision for how that can help families in their own homes and in the world today</li><li>Excellent organisational skills.</li><li>Desire to join an existing team and help where needed.</li><li>Flexible with your approach to working hours (able to accommodate the Charity’s service needs)</li><li>Confident about working with a wide range of families including in a family home and sensitive to the needs and wishes of our children and their family’s</li><li>Able to demonstrate the need for confidentiality and privacy</li><li>Reliable and trustworthy with a good sense of humour</li></ul>

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