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Support Worker (Learning Disabilities & Autism) An exciting opportunity for a dedicated Learning Disabilities & Autism Support Worker to provide person-centred care, promote independence and support adults within a supported living environment and community setting. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Supported Living Support Worker, Care Assistant, Support Practitioner, Residential Support Worker SALARY: £25,740 per annum + Benefits LOCATION: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, East Midlands JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: Full-Time 37.5 Hours per Week, Shifts between 07:00–22:00 including nights 22:00–07:00 on a rota basis JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Learning Disabilities & Autism Support Worker to join a growing supported living service, delivering high-quality care and support to adults with autism and learning disabilities. As a Learning Disabilities & Autism Support Worker you will provide person-centred support, enabling individuals to develop daily living skills, build confidence and engage in meaningful community activities. The Registered Manager encourages a creative and proactive approach, empowering the team to deliver innovative, outcome-focused support. Working as a Learning Disabilities & Autism Support Worker, you will support care planning, promote independence, ensure safeguarding, build positive relationships and help individuals achieve their personal goals within a safe, inclusive and supportive environment. DUTIES Your duties as the Support Worker (Learning Disabilities & Autism) include: • Provide Person-Centred Care: Deliver tailored support aligned with individual care plans and needs, • Promote Independence: Support daily living skills, encouraging autonomy and confidence, • Support Personal Care: Assist with personal care in a respectful, dignified and compassionate manner, • Facilitate Community Engagement: Enable participation in social, leisure and community-based activities, • Develop Positive Relationships: Build trust with individuals, families and professionals, • Support Care Planning: Contribute to care plans, risk assessments and outcome-focused support, • Maintain Accurate Records: Complete documentation, reports and daily notes in line with standards, • Ensure Safeguarding & Compliance: Follow safeguarding procedures, health and safety and best practice, • Encourage Wellbeing: Promote emotional wellbeing, inclusion and a balanced lifestyle, • Work Collaboratively: Engage with colleagues and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL • Previous experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism, • Proven experience in a support worker, care assistant or healthcare environment, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • Compassionate, patient and person-centred approach, • Ability to work flexible shifts including evenings and nights, • Experience in supported living, residential care or community care settings, • Knowledge of autism support, behavioural support or complex needs, • Relevant Health and Social Care qualification or training, • Experience with documentation, care records and compliance standards BENEFITS • Supportive and friendly working environment, • In-house training and development opportunities, • Employee health plans, • Employee perks scheme including Blue Light Card, • Pension scheme, • Increasing holiday allowance with service, • Employee Assistance Programme HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P14630 Full-Time, Permanent, Social Care Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, East Midlands. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. AWD-IN-SPJ

Consensus is not just a care provider – we’re a community of amazing people dedicated to inspiring and empowering people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. If you’re looking for a career where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, then this may be the job for you. Role: Housekeeper Salary: £12.76 per hour, 37.5 hours per week Service: The Old Vicarage, Ironville, NG16 5NP Your Role • Carry out cleaning duties as directed by the service manager to required company standards., • Be sensitive to the privacy and individual needs of our individuals., • Ensure daily and deep cleaning schedules are adhered to., • Maintain a high standard of personal presentation and hygiene., • Ensure all cleaning equipment is correctly and safely used and kept in a safe condition, reporting any defect to the service manager., • Comply with COSHH regulations and always adhere to infection control policies., • Ensure correct documentation is completed daily. The Old Vicarage, Ironville is a nine bed residential home in the village of Ironville in Nottinghamshire. The service comprises three separate living accommodations including the main house which is a large four bed Georgian property, a three bed bungalow and a two bed renovated stable block set in three acres of land. Located on the border of Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire, we are central to lots of interesting places to visit such as Clumber Park and the Peak District - supporting people to go out and explore the local area, achieve their goals, and explore new experiences. We actively encourage involvement from families and professionals, always focused on good outcomes for the people we support. Your Values You may be new to care or already have experience in the social care sector (Mental Health Support Worker, Care Worker, Healthcare Assistant or Care Assistant) but your values are most important to us. Values influence every interaction between our colleagues and the people we support. They are a promise that: • We will always act with kindness., • Stay committed to the people who rely on us., • Once you’ve applied our dedicated in-house recruitment team will call to share more about the role., • The next step will be an interview in the service, where you’ll meet the team and the people we support., • If successful, we’ll organise your Free DBS Check and references prior to confirming your start date. Join us at Consensus Support Services, where your unique perspective is valued, and every individual has the opportunity to succeed.

Admissions & Reintegration Worker\nLocation: Nottinghamshire\nSalary: £25,800 per annum\nVacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week)\nAn exciting opportunity to join a brand-new Day Rehabilitation programme in North Northamptonshire, working full-time (35 hours per week) to support people at a key stage in their recovery journey.\nWorking within Forward Trust, you’ll combine meaningful 1:1 client engagement with coordination, administration, and partnership working to ensure smooth and effective pathways through the programme.\nWhat you’ll be doing\n * Lead on referrals, assessments, inductions and reintegration planning\n * Carry out initial assessments and produce clear assessment reports\n * Support the admission process and placement of new clients\n * Deliver inductions for new clients entering the programme\n * Run reintegration sessions and support clients into further opportunities\n * Generate referrals to external agencies and services\n * Write reintegration reports and create client support materials\n * Liaise with partner organisations to develop reintegration opportunities\n * Manage the service inbox, responding to referrals and enquiries\n * Maintain accurate client files, case notes and database records\n * Contribute to audits and service improvement activities\n * Identify and escalate risks or concerns in a timely manner\nWhat you’ll bring\n * Experience working in recovery-focused, support, or similar client-facing services\n * Strong assessment, report writing, and record-keeping skills\n * Ability to manage a varied workload across direct client work and administration\n * Confident communication skills with both clients and external partners\n * Strong organisational skills and attention to detail\n * Ability to build effective relationships and support positive client outcomes\n * Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional boundaries\nThis role involves participation in supervision, training, and team development activities to support your ongoing professional growth.\nYou’ll work in line with organisational policies including safeguarding, equality and diversity, GDPR, and health and safety. The role includes occasional evenings and weekends on a rota basis, plus travel to other sites (expenses reimbursed). You’ll also be expected to contribute ideas and support continuous improvement across the service.\nThis is a great opportunity for someone who wants to help shape a new service and make a real impact on people’s recovery and future opportunities.\nAbout Us\nWe are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community.\nWe are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits\n- Flexible working\n- Training and development opportunities\n- Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional)\n- Season Ticket Loan Scheme\n- Cycle to work scheme\n- Crisis Loan Scheme\n- Electric Car Scheme\n- 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees)\n- Access to Blue Light Card\n- 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays\n- Contributory Pension Scheme – Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years’ service and up to 9% thereafter\n- Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary)\n-Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria)\nPlease note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.\nTo Apply\nIf you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application

Do you want to make a difference to people’s lives? Then come and join us as an Autism Support Worker?\nThis is a job where you really will be making a difference to people’s lives. You’ll be supporting autistic people with a variety of activities that they enjoy and encouraging independent living skills.\nYou’ll find this is a rewarding job, which promises variety as no two days are ever the same. You will be positively supporting people by providing holistic support including personal care, medication administration, integration into the local community and managing their anxieties, which they may communicate through distressing behaviour.\nNo experience is necessary, so don't worry if you don't think you know enough about how to support adults with autism. Full training is given. We are looking for someone who has the right attitude, who shares our values and who we can work with to develop their skills.\nIf you have experience as a support worker, care assistant, nursery assistant, or personal care assistant or have worked in the NHS, health care or in social care, this position will be suited to you too.\nWe have full-time, part-time and casual relief positions available in the Nottingham area and is easily commutable by car from surronding areas such as Mapperley, West Bridgford, Kirkby in Ashfield, Bulwell and Arnold.\nOur support is 24/7. The working pattern is on a rolling rota and includes a variety of shifts - early, lates, sleep-ins, weekends, bank holidays and flexible shift patterns.\nPlease be aware, we are unable to accept applications from candidates who have restricted hours, and we are unable offer sponsorships.\nWhat we offer:\n * 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (33 days)\n * Occupational sick pay\n * Extensive induction with autism specialist training\n * Fully paid for Care Certificate, which is essential for those wanting to pursue a career in health and social care\n * Paid job-related qualifications during employment\n * Free initial DBS Check\n * Employer pension scheme\n * Friendly and supportive work environment\n * Refer a friend scheme worth £500\n * Access to the Blue Light Card scheme\n * Employee Assistance Programme\n * Paid maternity/ paternity/ adoption leave\nWe reserve the right to close the advert once sufficient applications have been received, therefore, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible.\nAutism East Midlands is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from anyone interested in working with people with autism. We are also a Disability Confident Employer. If you meet the person specification criteria and are eligible for the Disability Confident scheme, we will guarantee you an interview – just let us know in your covering letter or in your email when you send us your application form.\nEither way don’t forget to tell us if you are applying under the Disability Confident scheme.\nAutism East Midlands is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. If you’re a successful applicant you will need an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check, we will meet any initial costs

Community Engagement Worker - Part Time\nLocation: Nottinghamshire\nSalary: £20,640 per annum\nVacancy Type: Permanent, Part Time\nClosing date: 25th May 2026\nAre you passionate about people, recovery, and creating communities where lived experience leads the way?\nWe’re looking for an energetic and compassionate Community Engagement Worker to join our team in Nottinghamshire, with travel across the county. This is a part-time role working 28 hours per week and offers an exciting opportunity to help grow Nottinghamshire’s Lived Experience Recovery Organisation (LERO).\nYou’ll be part of something meaningful, supporting a thriving, inclusive recovery community built on peer support, advocacy, and quality improvement.\nAbout the Role\nYou’ll play a key role in connecting people, strengthening partnerships, and supporting volunteers to make a real difference across Nottinghamshire. Working closely with the Volunteer Coordinator and Leadership Committee, you’ll help shape the future of the LERO as it works towards becoming an independent, sustainable organisation.\nWhat You’ll Be Doing\n * Build relationships with individuals, community groups, and partner organisations\n * Recruit, support, and motivate volunteers throughout their journey\n * Help deliver peer-led groups, recovery activities, and community events\n * Promote local support services, resources, and self-help networks\n * Support volunteer training opportunities, including qualifications\n * Represent the LERO at meetings, forums, and community events\n * Maintain accurate records, reports, and volunteer data\n * Gather feedback, stories, and outcomes to show impact\n * Help create safe, inclusive, and welcoming spaces for everyone\nWhat We’re Looking For\n * A people person with excellent communication and relationship-building skills\n * Passion for recovery, inclusion, and community empowerment\n * Experience supporting volunteers, service users, or community projects\n * Organised and confident managing records, admin, and multiple priorities\n * Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team\n * Understanding of safeguarding, equality, confidentiality, and professional boundaries\n * Lived experience or understanding of recovery communities is highly valued\nThis is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of a service led by lived experience and help shape a growing organisation with genuine community impact. You’ll join a supportive team, access development opportunities, enjoy flexible part-time hours, and play a direct role in changing lives across Nottinghamshire.\nIf you’re ready to build connections, inspire others, and help grow recovery communities across Nottinghamshire, we’d love to hear from you.\nAbout Us\nWe are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community.\nWe are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits:\n * Flexible working\n * Training and development opportunities\n * Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional)\n * Season Ticket Loan Scheme\n * Cycle to work scheme\n * Crisis Loan Scheme\n * Electric Car Scheme\n * 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees)\n * Access to Blue Light Card\n * 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays\n * Contributory Pension Scheme – Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years’ service and up to 9% thereafter\n * Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary)\n * Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria)\nPlease note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.\nDiversity at Forward Trust\nWhen we recruit, we welcome applications from everyone. This is inclusive of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion and/or belief, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity and socio-economic background. Where operationally possible, we will consider flexible working requests and make reasonable adjustments for all roles.\nTo Apply\nIf you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application

Support Worker\n\nLocation: Sherwood Nottingham\n\nRate: £12.79 per hour \n\nPermanent | Full-time | 37.5 hours per week 12 hour shifts, working across 7 days days and nights Weekends included in all shift patterns. 12 hour shifts consist of 7-15:19:30, 09:15-21:30 or 19:15-07:30.\n\nPlease note: We are unable to consider Skilled Worker or Student Visa applicants for this role\n\n‘Extraordinary Days, Every Day’\n\nAt CareTech, we are committed to delivering Extraordinary Days, Every Day through high-quality, person-centred care. Our focus is on empowering independence, building confidence and life skills, and supporting people to live fulfilling lives in environments that best suit their needs.\n\nWe are recruiting a Support Worker to join our service in Sherwood, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. Whether you’re new to care or experienced, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding, long-term career - any truly make a difference!\n\nThe Role:\n\nTo assist the senior team with the assessment of individual tenant needs, planning, delivery and evaluation of care for a number of individuals or groups of tenants / tenants, including following the clinical risk assessment plan. \nTo exercise a reasonable and agreed degree of professional autonomy and make judgements and decisions in order to satisfy the expectations and demands of the job. \nTo undertake clinical work-related tasks as delegated by senior staff, following appropriate training and assessment of competency. \nTo undertake clinical supervision to further develop competence and clinical practice. \nTo liaise effectively with all stakeholders in the care process, including carers and relatives, aspiring to provide an effective, seamless and integrated service to tenants. \nTo maintain accurate, legible records of care provided, based upon the care plan incorporating all relevant communication and liaison.This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties following appropriate discussion with their line manager.\n\nWho We’re Looking For\n\nWe’re seeking people who are caring, patient, and respectful, with a positive and resilient approach. You should be confident working independently and within a team, have good communication skills, basic IT and written abilities, and be flexible and reliable.\n\nRequirements\n\nLevel 2 Health and Social Care (Not Essential) \nExperience in a care setting (Not Essential) \nGood communication skills \nExperience working with young people and/or adults with Learning disabilities, Autism and mental health problemsWhat We Offer\n\nRecommend A Friend Bonus \nUp to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays \nFree DBS Check \nBlue Light Card \nStakeholder Pension \nFree Employee Assistance Programme \nAnnual Employee Awards Evening \nEmployee Recognition Schemes \nOngoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level \nCareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grantOur Values\n\nFriendly \nPositive \nInnovative \nEmpowering \nPerson-CentredApply today to join a friendly, empowering organisation committed to person-centred support and creating Extraordinary Days, Every Day.\n\nAbout CareTech\n\nCareTech Community Services Ltd, established in 1994, is one of the largest providers of specialist social care services supporting 5000 adults with a wide range of needs in more than 300 services across the UK. Committed to the highest standards of care and governance, we provide innovative care pathways for vulnerable people to live in community settings. We support people to take control of their lives – this could be finding employment, having an active social life, learning new skills or building self-confidence.\n\nCareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader.\n\nDue to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7–10 days.\n\nSome roles may require male or female employees only, where this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.\n\nStrictly no a

LERO Volunteer Coordinator\nLocation: Nottinghamshire\nSalary: £28,000 per annum\nVacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time\nClosing date: 25th May 2026\nHelp build something that matters.\nWe’re looking for an energetic, organised and people-focused LERO Volunteer Coordinator to help grow an independent Lived Experience Recovery Organisation (LERO) in Nottinghamshire. This is a full-time role working 35 hours per week, based in Nottinghamshire with travel across the county.\nThis is an exciting opportunity to support a movement shaped by people with lived experience of recovery, creating stronger communities, improving access to services, and driving positive change across drug and alcohol support services.\nYou’ll play a key role in helping the LERO become a sustainable, independent organisation within three years.\nWhat is LERO?\nLERO is rooted in its community and led by the voices of those with lived experience. Everything is built through co-design, collaboration and partnership.\nThe LERO focuses on three key priorities:\n * Peer Support – building recovery communities through activities, events and mutual support\n * Advocacy – improving access to services and amplifying lived experience voices\n * Quality – helping improve accessibility and standards across services in Nottinghamshire\nWhat you’ll be doing\nYou’ll lead on coordinating volunteers and supporting the Leadership Committee to thrive.\nKey responsibilities include:\n * Recruiting, onboarding, training and supporting volunteers\n * Coordinating the Leadership Committee and Community Engagement Worker\n * Helping shape policies, structures and systems for the organisation\n * Building strong relationships with partners, commissioners and stakeholders\n * Monitoring performance, reporting progress and meeting KPIs\n * Overseeing compliance including GDPR, DBS and safer recruitment processes\n * Coordinating training opportunities, including recognised qualifications\n * Promoting the LERO across meetings, events and networks\nWhat we’re looking for\n * Passionate about recovery, inclusion and community empowerment\n * Experienced in volunteer coordination, community development or similar roles\n * A confident relationship-builder with excellent communication skills\n * Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities\n * Comfortable working independently while supporting others to lead\n * Motivated by creating long-term social impact\nThis is more than a job, it’s a chance to help create a lasting, community-led organisation that changes lives across Nottinghamshire.\nAbout Us\nWe are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community.\nWe are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits -\n * Flexible working\n * Training and development opportunities\n * Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional)\n * Season Ticket Loan Scheme\n * Cycle to work scheme\n * Crisis Loan Scheme\n * Electric Car Scheme\n * 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees)\n * Access to Blue Light Card\n * 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays\n * Contributory Pension Scheme – Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years’ service and up to 9% thereafter\n * Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary)\n * Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria)\nPlease note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.\nTo Apply\nIf you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application

Adult Social Worker, Transformation Team, Nottingham City \nA team of Social Workers and Community Care Officers working across both generic and specialist areas. Our focus is on delivering strengths-based, person-centred reviews that support citizens and carers from all walks of life. Our goal is to promote independence and help people achieve their outcomes by identifying the right support and commissioning services where needed. We follow a Best Value approach and carry out a wide range of work including reviews, reassessments, safeguarding, and Mental Capacity Act duties. We’re proud to be leading transformation at Nottingham City Council, helping shape future models of care. With tools like Copilot and Magic Notes, we’re reducing admin and making more time for meaningful conversations. If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a focused, forward-thinking team, we’d love to hear from you. \n£32.05 per hour \n \nThis is an agency post and Pertemps can offer you:- \n\nA Dedicated consultant who has access to all roles across the UK and is available for you to speak to \nAn easy registration process (all done online) \nReferral schemes and incentives \nOngoing compliance managed for you \nPrompt and reliable payroll and lots more. \nNot looking right now? We also offer generous referral bonuses so please pass on to a colleague or friend who may be! \n \nPlease contact Helen on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Previous experience in a care or support role, preferably in the community or social care setting. Candidate must be available immediately and be prepared to take on shadowing with the current support worker to understand the role. We are seeking an experienced support worker, who can drive.

The North East Derbyshire Adult Social Work Team are looking to recruit a part time qualified, registered and experienced full time social worker based at Clay Cross, Chesterfield. This is a busy team based in the community and consists of Social Workers and Social Care Practitioners who work closel

The role involves conducting assessments for individuals with complex needs, supporting clients in a community setting, and collaborating with health partners.

Adult Social Worker, Transformation Team, Nottingham City A team of Social Workers and Community Care Officers working across both generic and specialist areas. Our focus is on delivering strengths-based, person-centred reviews that support citizens and carers from all walks of life. Our goal is to promote independence and help people achieve their outcomes by identifying the right support and commissioning services where needed. We follow a Best Value approach and carry out a wide range of work including reviews, reassessments, safeguarding, and Mental Capacity Act duties. We’re proud to be leading transformation at Nottingham City Council, helping shape future models of care. With tools like Copilot and Magic Notes, we’re reducing admin and making more time for meaningful conversations. If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a focused, forward-thinking team, we’d love to hear from you. £32.05 per hour This is an agency post and Pertemps can offer you:- A Dedicated consultant who has access to all roles across the UK and is available for you to speak to An easy registration process (all done online) Referral schemes and incentives Ongoing compliance managed for you Prompt and reliable payroll and lots more. Not looking right now? We also offer generous referral bonuses so please pass on to a colleague or friend who may be! Please contact Helen on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Community Engagement Worker - Part Time Location: Nottinghamshire Salary : £20,640 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Part Time Closing date: 25 th May 2026 Are you passionate about people, recovery, and creating communities where lived experience leads the way? We're looking for an energetic and compassionate Community Engagement Worker to join our team in Nottinghamshire, with travel across the county. This is a part-time role working 28 hours per week and offers an exciting opportunity to help grow Nottinghamshire's Lived Experience Recovery Organisation (LERO). You'll be part of something meaningful, supporting a thriving, inclusive recovery community built on peer support, advocacy, and quality improvement. About the Role You'll play a key role in connecting people, strengthening partnerships, and supporting volunteers to make a real difference across Nottinghamshire. Working closely with the Volunteer Coordinator and Leadership Committee, you'll help shape the future of the LERO as it works towards becoming an independent, sustainable organisation. What You'll Be Doing • Build relationships with individuals, community groups, and partner organisations * Recruit, support, and motivate volunteers throughout their journey * Help deliver peer-led groups, recovery activities, and community events * Promote local support services, resources, and self-help networks * Support volunteer training opportunities, including qualifications * Represent the LERO at meetings, forums, and community events * Maintain accurate records, reports, and volunteer data * Gather feedback, stories, and outcomes to show impact * Help create safe, inclusive, and welcoming spaces for everyone What We're Looking For • A people person with excellent communication and relationship-building skills * Passion for recovery, inclusion, and community empowerment * Experience supporting volunteers, service users, or community projects * Organised and confident managing records, admin, and multiple priorities * Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team * Understanding of safeguarding, equality, confidentiality, and professional boundaries * Lived experience or understanding of recovery communities is highly valued This is more than just a job, it's a chance to be part of a service led by lived experience and help shape a growing organisation with genuine community impact. You'll join a supportive team, access development opportunities, enjoy flexible part-time hours, and play a direct role in changing lives across Nottinghamshire. If you're ready to build connections, inspire others, and help grow recovery communities across Nottinghamshire, we'd love to hear from you. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits: • Flexible working * Training and development opportunities * Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) * Season Ticket Loan Scheme * Cycle to work scheme * Crisis Loan Scheme * Electric Car Scheme * 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) * Access to Blue Light Card * 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays * Contributory Pension Scheme - Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years' service and up to 9% thereafter * Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) * Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Diversity at Forward Trust When we recruit, we welcome applications from everyone. This is inclusive of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion and/or belief, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity and socio-economic background. Where operationally possible, we will consider flexible working requests and make reasonable adjustments for all roles. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Family Support Worker – Nottingham City Council Nottingham (Multiple Locations: Bulwell Family Hub & Mary Potter Centre, Hyson Green) £27 LTD per hour (inclusive of holiday pay) £20.17 per hour (exclusive of holiday pay) Full-Time – 37 hours per week Nottingham City Council is recruiting for a Family Help Worker to support children, young people, and families across the city. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified Social Workers, including newly qualified candidates, looking to gain hands-on experience working directly with families. ⚠️ Please note: This is NOT a Social Work position, but a Social Work qualification is required. Key Requirements Must hold a Social Work Qualification Full UK driving licence, access to a vehicle, and willingness to travel across Nottingham City and surrounding areas Experience working with children, young people, and families Ability to complete assessments, plans, and work within multi-agency settings Strong safeguarding knowledge and understanding of child developmentRole Overview This role involves working directly with families in their homes, family hubs, schools, and community settings. You will play a key role in delivering early help support and improving outcomes for children and families. Key Responsibilities Complete Early Help Assessments and develop multi-agency action plans using the Signs of Safety framework Act as Lead Professional, coordinating and chairing Team Around the Family (TAF) meetings Support children and families under Child in Need and Child Protection Plans Deliver trauma-informed, relational practice interventions for children aged 0–19 Work collaboratively with multi-agency professionals to achieve sustainable change Support families to build resilience and reduce reliance on services Maintain accurate case records and use electronic systems effectively Participate in duty systems, supervision, and ongoing professional developmentWorking Pattern 37 hours per week Core hours: 8:30am – 4:50pm Flexibility required to meet the needs of children and familiesExperience & Skills Experience completing assessments and working with families Ability to chair multi-agency meetings Strong communication and relationship-building skills Ability to manage complex cases and work under pressure Experience working with vulnerable individuals from diverse backgrounds Confident using IT systems and maintaining accurate recordsAdditional Requirements Willingness to work flexibly, including outside standard hours Must be willing to undertake an enhanced DBS check Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion Ability to work both independently and as part of a teamWhat’s on Offer Competitive hourly rates Opportunity to gain valuable frontline experience Supportive team and multi-agency environment Ideal for newly qualified Social Workers Apply now: Contact Delanie Heyes on (phone number removed) Email: (url removed)

Admissions & Reintegration Worker Location: Nottinghamshire Salary: £25,800 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week) An exciting opportunity to join a brand-new Day Rehabilitation programme in North Northamptonshire, working full-time (35 hours per week) to support people at a key stage in their recovery journey. Working within Forward Trust, you'll combine meaningful 1:1 client engagement with coordination, administration, and partnership working to ensure smooth and effective pathways through the programme. What you'll be doing • Lead on referrals, assessments, inductions and reintegration planning * Carry out initial assessments and produce clear assessment reports * Support the admission process and placement of new clients * Deliver inductions for new clients entering the programme * Run reintegration sessions and support clients into further opportunities * Generate referrals to external agencies and services * Write reintegration reports and create client support materials * Liaise with partner organisations to develop reintegration opportunities * Manage the service inbox, responding to referrals and enquiries * Maintain accurate client files, case notes and database records * Contribute to audits and service improvement activities * Identify and escalate risks or concerns in a timely manner What you'll bring • Experience working in recovery-focused, support, or similar client-facing services * Strong assessment, report writing, and record-keeping skills * Ability to manage a varied workload across direct client work and administration * Confident communication skills with both clients and external partners * Strong organisational skills and attention to detail * Ability to build effective relationships and support positive client outcomes * Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional boundaries This role involves participation in supervision, training, and team development activities to support your ongoing professional growth. You'll work in line with organisational policies including safeguarding, equality and diversity, GDPR, and health and safety. The role includes occasional evenings and weekends on a rota basis, plus travel to other sites (expenses reimbursed). You'll also be expected to contribute ideas and support continuous improvement across the service. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to help shape a new service and make a real impact on people's recovery and future opportunities. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits • Flexible working * Training and development opportunities * Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) * Season Ticket Loan Scheme * Cycle to work scheme * Crisis Loan Scheme * Electric Car Scheme * 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) * Access to Blue Light Card * 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays * Contributory Pension Scheme - Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years' service and up to 9% thereafter * Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) * Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

LERO Volunteer Coordinator Location: Nottinghamshire Salary : £28,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time Closing date: 25 th May 2026 Help build something that matters. We're looking for an energetic, organised and people-focused LERO Volunteer Coordinator to help grow an independent Lived Experience Recovery Organisation (LERO) in Nottinghamshire. This is a full-time role working 35 hours per week, based in Nottinghamshire with travel across the county. This is an exciting opportunity to support a movement shaped by people with lived experience of recovery, creating stronger communities, improving access to services, and driving positive change across drug and alcohol support services. You'll play a key role in helping the LERO become a sustainable, independent organisation within three years. What is LERO? LERO is rooted in its community and led by the voices of those with lived experience. Everything is built through co-design, collaboration and partnership. The LERO focuses on three key priorities: • Peer Support - building recovery communities through activities, events and mutual support * Advocacy - improving access to services and amplifying lived experience voices * Quality - helping improve accessibility and standards across services in Nottinghamshire What you'll be doing You'll lead on coordinating volunteers and supporting the Leadership Committee to thrive. Key responsibilities include: • Recruiting, onboarding, training and supporting volunteers * Coordinating the Leadership Committee and Community Engagement Worker * Helping shape policies, structures and systems for the organisation * Building strong relationships with partners, commissioners and stakeholders * Monitoring performance, reporting progress and meeting KPIs * Overseeing compliance including GDPR, DBS and safer recruitment processes * Coordinating training opportunities, including recognised qualifications * Promoting the LERO across meetings, events and networks What we're looking for • Passionate about recovery, inclusion and community empowerment * Experienced in volunteer coordination, community development or similar roles * A confident relationship-builder with excellent communication skills * Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities * Comfortable working independently while supporting others to lead * Motivated by creating long-term social impact This is more than a job, it's a chance to help create a lasting, community-led organisation that changes lives across Nottinghamshire. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - • Flexible working * Training and development opportunities * Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) * Season Ticket Loan Scheme * Cycle to work scheme * Crisis Loan Scheme * Electric Car Scheme * 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) * Access to Blue Light Card * 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays * Contributory Pension Scheme - Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years' service and up to 9% thereafter * Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) * Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Support Worker (Learning Disabilities & Autism) An exciting opportunity for a dedicated Learning Disabilities & Autism Support Worker to provide person-centred care, promote independence and support adults within a supported living environment and community setting. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Supported Living Support Worker, Care Assistant, Support Practitioner, Residential Support Worker SALARY: £25,740 per annum + Benefits LOCATION: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, East Midlands JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: Full-Time 37.5 Hours per Week, Shifts between 07:00–22:00 including nights 22:00–07:00 on a rota basis JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Learning Disabilities & Autism Support Worker to join a growing supported living service, delivering high-quality care and support to adults with autism and learning disabilities. As a Learning Disabilities & Autism Support Worker you will provide person-centred support, enabling individuals to develop daily living skills, build confidence and engage in meaningful community activities. The Registered Manager encourages a creative and proactive approach, empowering the team to deliver innovative, outcome-focused support. Working as a Learning Disabilities & Autism Support Worker, you will support care planning, promote independence, ensure safeguarding, build positive relationships and help individuals achieve their personal goals within a safe, inclusive and supportive environment. DUTIES Your duties as the Support Worker (Learning Disabilities & Autism) include: • Provide Person-Centred Care: Deliver tailored support aligned with individual care plans and needs, • Promote Independence: Support daily living skills, encouraging autonomy and confidence, • Support Personal Care: Assist with personal care in a respectful, dignified and compassionate manner, • Facilitate Community Engagement: Enable participation in social, leisure and community-based activities, • Develop Positive Relationships: Build trust with individuals, families and professionals, • Support Care Planning: Contribute to care plans, risk assessments and outcome-focused support, • Maintain Accurate Records: Complete documentation, reports and daily notes in line with standards, • Ensure Safeguarding & Compliance: Follow safeguarding procedures, health and safety and best practice, • Encourage Wellbeing: Promote emotional wellbeing, inclusion and a balanced lifestyle, • Work Collaboratively: Engage with colleagues and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL • Previous experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism, • Proven experience in a support worker, care assistant or healthcare environment, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • Compassionate, patient and person-centred approach, • Ability to work flexible shifts including evenings and nights, • Understanding of safeguarding, health and safety and care planning DESIRABLE • Experience in supported living, residential care or community care settings, • Knowledge of autism support, behavioural support or complex needs, • Relevant Health and Social Care qualification or training, • Experience with documentation, care records and compliance standards BENEFITS • Supportive and friendly working environment • In-house training and development opportunities • Employee health plans • Employee perks scheme including Blue Light Card • Pension scheme • Increasing holiday allowance with service • Employee Assistance Programme HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P14630 Full-Time, Permanent, Social Care Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, East Midlands. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. awd online | AWD-IN-SPJ

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