reach delivers support throughout South East Wales and South West England to people with a range of different needs including older people, people with learning disabilities and people with physical disabilities.

We have consolidated our support services into one team in order to take a more focussed and accountable approach to supporting our operational team. This is a new role with lots of scope to shape future direction, making it an exciting time to join us.

The new post-holder will be a senior member of the management team responsible for leading and working with a wide range of operational, support and administrative staff to lead and deliver effective systems, policies, procedures and information flows that are accessible and meaningful to management, staff and people we support. 

We are looking for someone who has experience of working at a senior level to champion innovative person centred approaches to systems, policies and procedures and who is outstanding at team development as well as shaping direction. .

For this post you will need to have a full driving licence and access to a car for work.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Criminal Records Bureau. 

Further information and an application form can be downloaded or you may request an application pack by e-mailing jobs@seren-group.co.uk, quoting reference number R142.

Closing date for receipt of completed applications:  Midday, 1^st April 2010

No agencies please.

Maternity cover

Acting-up Allowance payable

Working alongside the current Deputy Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that the people we support at our hostel in Clarence Place have a positive experience and get the right advice, help and services to improve their life changes and outcomes.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and organised individual, with an understanding, and experience, of working in a challenging and busy hostel, and supporting clients with multiple needs.

You will need to have the ability to line manage front line staff, support and advise clients in a challenging environment, manage rota’s, work unsociable hours when required (including occasional sleep-ins), work constructively with internal and external partners and set clear directives and boundaries for the project to flourish.

This appointment will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Criminal Records Bureau.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Tirzah Anderson on Tel No 01633 763527.

The Role Profile is available by clicking on the link below or by e-mailing:  jobs@seren-group.co.uk, quoting the reference number N107.

To apply, please submit a letter of application, detailing why you want the post, your relevant experience and the skills and competencies you have, making reference to the role profile.

Letters of application to be made to Tirzah Anderson, Solas, 24 Clarence Place, Newport (marked ‘Private & Confidential, Ref No N107’).

Closing date for receipt of applications: Midday, 17^th March 2010.

This vacancy is open to internal applicants only

37 hours per week

Ref R140

You will ensure the effective and efficient deployment of staff resources via Staffplan electronic rota system to ensure support services are targeted to people based on individual needs. You will also assist in developing more effective management of service delivery and streamlining administrative processes.

For this post, you will have experience of:

• administering rostering software,
• influencing staff and managers.
• developing and delivering user training sessions.

You will also need to be IT literate, with a high level of proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Word; have strong planning and organisational skills; and knowledge and understanding of Data Protection legislation.

All posts in reach are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Criminal Records Bureau. 

Further information and an application form can be printed off, or may be requested by e-mailing jobs@seren-group.co.uk, quoting Ref No R140.

Closing date for receipt of completed applications:  Midday, 17th March 2010.

No agencies please.

Based in Swindon

reach are embarking on exciting new areas of work in Swindon and Wiltshire, and are seeking an experienced, motivated manager who will lead the development and provision of high quality person centred, supported living services that make a real difference to people’s lives.

You will lead support for people with learning disabilities as well as others who view their world uniquely (i.e. with autistic spectrum conditions and people whose behaviour challenges)  and should have experience of different approaches to working with people who need specially tailored support around these issues.  We work from a strong person centred position to provide support that is designed specifically for each person.

You will lead the team in developing and establishing services in partnership with people we support, families, health, social services and housing providers.

We are looking for someone who has experience of:

• Delivering, through person centred planning and individual service design, services tailored to meet the needs and aspirations of individuals, to enable them to do ordinary things in the community.
• Leading and managing teams and individuals.

 You will also have:

•  An NVQ level 4 (LMA) or equivalent, (or be willing to work towards achieving this by July 2012).
• Knowledge and understanding of some of the key policy, legislative and contractual requirements in the provision of supported living services.
• The ability to drive and access to a car for business purposes.

You will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Criminal Records Bureau.

Further information and an application pack can be printed off or you may request a pack by e-mailing jobs@seren-group.co.uk, quoting reference number R141. 

Closing date for receipt of applications:  Midday, 5^th March 2010.

No agencies please.

 £7.08 per hour, min of 10 hours per week, including every other Saturday

reach delivers practical, sensitive and respectful support to people with a range of different needs including learning and physical disabilities, many of whom live in their own homes within the community.

Steven is a 45 year old ex-international athlete who has cerebral palsy and lives in Swffryd near Crumlin.  He currently plays Boccia Ball and trains in Cardiff at the weekends.  Due to his success in the sport he also competes in events across the country and sometimes overseas.  Steven is looking to select a person who can work alternate Saturdays and the occasional Sunday to support him with his social activities.  In addition to Boccia Ball, Steven likes to go out for meals, watch sporting events, play ten pin bowling and go to the cinema.

If you are interested in working for reach and supporting Steven you don’t need specific experience, just the right attitude, a shared interest in Steven’s hobbies, the ability to push and lift a wheelchair and be willing to drive your own car to take Steven out and about. 

All support posts in reach are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Criminal Records Bureau.

For a Role Profile and further information, please click on the link below or e-mail: jobs@seren-group.co.uk, quoting ref: R139.

For an informal discussion about this post, please phone Lisa Parry on 07837033019.

Application is by letter to Lisa Parry, Team Manager, reach, 11 Devon Place, Newport NP20 4NP (marked Private & Confidential, Ref No R139).

Please include in your letter your reasons for wanting the post, any relevant experience you have, including your skills and competencies (making reference to the Role Profile).

Closing date for receipt of applications:  5.00 pm, 26^th February 2010.

This vacancy is open to internal candidates only.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed person to join our Neighbourhood Team. You will have experience of managing supported housing projects and a good understanding of housing management law. 

The post is people centred and requires patience, flexibility and positive team working within the department, the Association as a whole, and in partnership with local communities and other agencies.

An ability to engage with customers and tailor service delivery to the needs of individuals is essential. Excellent communication skills, a full driving licence and access to a car will be required.

You will require an Enhanced Disclosure obtained from the Criminal Records Bureau.

A role profile and application form can be printed off or you may request a pack by e-mailing jobs@seren-group.co.uk quoting reference number C165.

Closing date for receipt of applications: Midday, 5^th March 2010

No agencies please 

Role Profile - Neighbourhood Manager (Supported Housing)

CRB Application Pack

37 hours per week – Acting Up Allowance payable

reach delivers practical, sensitive and respectful support to people with a range of different needs including learning disabilities, physical disabilities, mental health issues and older persons, all of whom live in their own homes within the community.

Your responsibilities will include mentoring, developing and supervising of support staff, organising rotas, liaising with other agencies and ensuring the provision of high quality supported living services to customers.

For this role you will need:

• Effective organisational, communication and people management skills
• Experience of the issues surrounding people with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, mental health issues and older people, together with knowledge of relevant legislation, current policy and good practice in respect of supporting these client groups
• NVQ Level 4 or equivalent is desirable
• IT skills (including Excel and Word).

The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Criminal Records Bureau.

The Role Profile is available by clicking on the link below or by e-mailing: jobs@seren-group.co.uk, quoting Ref No R138.

Application is by letter, detailing why you are interested in this role and what specific skills and competencies you can bring to it, making reference to the Role Profile.

Please send your application letter to HR Department, Exchange House, The Old Post Office, High Street, Newport, NP20 1AA (marked Private & Confidential, Ref No R138) or your letter may be e-mailed to jobs@seren-group.co.uk.

Closing date for receipt of application letters: 5.00 pm on 16^th February 2010.

This vacancy is open to internal applicants only

Fixed Term Contract for 14 months

Solas is an organisation that provides accommodation and support to homeless and vulnerable people throughout Gwent.  We are recruiting a Cleaner for our hostel at Clifton Place, Newport.

This post will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure obtained from the Criminal Records Bureau.

Further information and an application form can be printed off, or you may request an application pack by e-mailing jobs@seren-group.co.uk, quoting Ref No N106.  

Closing date for receipt of applications:  Midday, 19^th February 2010

No agencies please.
Role Profile - Cleaner (Solas) CRB Application Pack

Based in Newport, Cwmbran & Chepstow – various hours

reach delivers practical, sensitive and respectful support to vulnerable adults with a range of different needs including learning disabilities, mental health issues and physical disabilities. Some people may have drug or alcohol problems.

Support is tailored to each and every individual and includes supporting people to maintain their tenancies and provide practical assistance with day to day activities such as budgeting, domestic tasks and participation in social and leisure activities.

The People we support want us to employ talented people who share our Values:

Ambition ● Fairness ● Integrity ● Openness ● Respect ● Responsibility

You must be able to work flexible hours as shifts are varied and involve evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays, which can involve sleeping overnight at a person’s home (additional allowance paid).

We provide full training and benefits that our employees value.

All support posts in reach are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Criminal Records Bureau.

Further information and an application form can be printed off or you may request an application pack by e-mailing jobs@seren-group.co.uk quoting Ref No R134. 

Closing date:  Midday, 17^th February 2010.

No agencies please.

Role Profile - Assistant Support Worker (ILS)

Based in Newport, 25 hours & 15 hours per week available

reach believes that regardless of age, disability or difference, most people want to have rights, power, control and responsibility to shape the direction of their lives and to live the life they chose, close to people that they love and care about.  We deliver practical, sensitive and respectful support to people with a range of different needs including learning and physical disabilities.

Support is tailored to each and every individual and may include helping people to go shopping, prepare meals, participate in social, leisure and recreational activities and, in some cases, helping people with their personal care.

Working hours are varied and involve evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays, as well as some night shifts, which can involve sleeping overnight at a person’s home (for which a sleep-in allowance is paid).

All support posts in reach are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Criminal Records Bureau.

Further information and an application form can be printed off or you may request a  pack by e-mailing jobs@seren-group.co.uk quoting Ref No R133. 

Closing date for receipt of applications:  Midday, 17^th February 2010

No agencies please.