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Service Care Solutions are looking for a Cleaner to work within the Cheshire Constabulary Custody.
Location: Runcorn
Roles/Responsibilities: To provide an efficient and effective cleaning service, working to agreed standards.
Clean all designated areas, as determined in the cleaning performance indicators and Service Level Agreements effectively and efficiently to maintain a clean environment for customers.
Use equipment, cleaning machines and techniques as directed by cleaning supervision and management to effectively clean all areas.
To safely use approved cleaning materials and chemical supplies which are appropriate for the task.
Work individually or as part of a team to achieve a clean environment at the locations required.
Attend and complete any necessary training courses to ensure working practices comply with all legislative requirements, Force Policies and Cleaning requirements.
Implement such Health and Safety instructions as may be issued by cleaning supervision regarding cleaning equipment, cleaning materials, cleaning frequencies and / or cleaning methods to ensure a safe environment for users of the premises.
Liaise with the cleaning supervisor on stock level and any equipment issues.
Report any repairs or service failure issues to the Estates and Facilities helpdesk.
Knowledge/Experience required:
Educated to Level 1 or equivalent experience.
Some experience of completing various cleaning activities across multiple cleaning disciplines, for example machinery use, graffiti removal or deep cleans.
If you are interested in this role or want further discussion, please contact Lewis Ashcroft either via email: lewis.ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk or tel: 01772208962.
Alternatively, if you have any friend or colleagues that might be interested, please feel free to refer them as we a have a £250 referral scheme in place. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Runcorn, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £12.55 per hour
Posted: 2025-04-02 10:23:34
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Service Care Solutions is currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Wing Facilitator to join our team at HMP Wealstun, near Leeds.
This is a full-time position, offering 35 hours per week with a competitive salary of up to £30,000 following a successful probationary period.
The role comes with a generous benefits package, including 30 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
Role Overview: As a Wing Facilitator, you will play a pivotal role in the rehabilitation and resettlement of offenders, providing them with the support and guidance they need to reintegrate into society.
Your responsibilities will include:
Assessing & Supporting Participants: You will engage with participants on the CFO Wing, providing ongoing resettlement support and managing their cases.
You will also facilitate high-quality, engaging group sessions to encourage active participation and completion of their action plans.
Monitoring & Reporting: Regularly track participants' progress, conduct reviews, and complete necessary pre-release actions.
You will also contribute to quality assurance processes, ensuring compliance with standards and reporting on outcomes monthly.
Team Collaboration: You will work closely with HMPPS, external agencies, and colleagues to provide holistic resettlement support, including effective through-the-gate transitions to community support workers.
What we're looking for:
We are seeking individuals with a strong commitment to supporting those in need, particularly those with experience in working intensively with marginalized individuals or offenders.
The ideal candidate will possess:
Experience: Background in supporting individuals' progression, especially within training, guidance, or counseling environments.
Experience in working with offenders is desirable.
Qualifications: Information Advice and Guidance or teaching qualifications (or equivalent) are desired, along with high-level guidance skills for delivering 1:1 and group sessions.
Knowledge: Understanding of rehabilitation issues, desistance theory, and the prison environment, along with awareness of training, education, and employment opportunities for offenders.
Skills & Abilities: Strong communication, interpersonal, and IT skills are essential, as is the ability to assess and support learners with complex needs.
Attitude: We value a positive, empathetic, and resilient attitude, with a strong belief in the potential for people to turn their lives around.
What we offer:
In return for your commitment, we offer a comprehensive induction, ongoing learning and development opportunities, continuous support, and supervision to help you succeed in this role.
If you are passionate about making a difference and believe you have the skills and experience we're looking for, we encourage you to apply.
How to apply: Please send your up-to-date CV to Mark White at mark.white@servicecare.org.uk.
We are looking for someone to start as soon as possible, so don't delay in submitting your application. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Wetherby, England
Salary / Rate: £23500 - £30000 per annum
Posted: 2025-03-25 14:37:32
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Service Care Solutions is looking for a committed and empathetic Prison Activity Worker to join our team, working at a site near Leeds.
This full-time role involves working at HMP Wealstun, at around 35 hours a week.
The position requires an enhanced DBS check and prison vetting clearance but offers a generous benefits package, including 30 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
Key Responsibilities: As a Prison Activity Worker, your primary role will be to provide comprehensive support to individuals within the prison system, helping them navigate their time in custody and preparing them for life after release.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Assessing Needs: Conduct initial and ongoing assessments to identify the specific support needs of each participant.
Provide tailored advocacy, mentoring, advice, and guidance to meet these needs effectively.
Case Management: Engage and case-manage eligible participants on the CFO Evolution programme, offering ongoing resettlement support.
You will also be responsible for completing pre-release inventories and associated actions to ensure participants are well-prepared for their transition back into the community.
Quality Assurance & Reporting: Develop and implement detailed Action Plans, designing and delivering appropriate activities, training programmes, and interventions.
You will be expected to lead high-quality 1:1 and group sessions, monitor participants' progress, and contribute to internal quality assurance processes.
Regularly provide timely monthly reports on progress against agreed outcomes.
Team Collaboration: Build strong working relationships with HMPPS, other agencies, and colleagues within the prison system.
You will also collaborate with the local CFO Activity Hub to facilitate effective through-the-gate transitions and ensure a smooth handover to community-based support workers.
Person Specification: We are looking for candidates who possess the following skills, knowledge, and attributes:
Experience: A background in working intensively with individuals, particularly those from marginalized or offender backgrounds, is essential.
Experience in training, guidance, advice, or counseling environments is highly desirable.
Knowledge: A strong understanding of the issues affecting the rehabilitation of offenders, desistance theory, and the prison environment is crucial.
You should also be knowledgeable about local and national training, education, and employment opportunities for offenders.
Skills & Abilities: We seek individuals with excellent communication, interpersonal, and IT skills, along with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
You should be self-motivated, flexible, and capable of developing positive working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
Attitude: A positive, empathetic, and resilient attitude is essential.
You must have a strong belief in the ability of people to turn their lives around and a commitment to consultative and collaborative working practices.
What We Offer:
A comprehensive induction to help you settle into your role.
Ongoing learning and development opportunities tailored to your needs.
Continuous support and supervision, including reflective practice, to help you grow and succeed as a practitioner.
If you are passionate about making a difference and meet the criteria outlined above, we encourage you to apply.
Please send your up-to-date CV to Mark White at mark.white@servicecare.org.uk ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Leeds, England
Salary / Rate: £23500 - £30000.00 per annum
Posted: 2025-03-25 14:36:39
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Assurance Officer - Police & Crime Commissioner's Office
Service Care Solutions is currently recruiting for an Assurance Officer to support the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) in ensuring independent scrutiny and governance of policing services.
This role is crucial in managing oversight panels and contributing to performance and risk management.
Location: Leicestershire Police Headquarters Rate: £23.67 per hour Contract: Full-time, 37 hours per week
Key Responsibilities:
Manage and lead independent scrutiny functions, including the Independent Custody Visiting Scheme and scrutiny panels
Develop and maintain policies and procedures related to governance and accountability
Recruit, train, and manage volunteers and panel members for independent oversight functions
Set annual objectives and performance targets, reporting to senior management and ethics panels
Support the Chief Finance Officer in risk management, including maintaining risk registers and drafting policies
Liaise with policing, government, and partner agencies to promote transparency and accountability
Prepare briefing notes, reports, and public-facing documents to communicate scrutiny outcomes
Ensure scrutiny work is widely publicised, including updates on the PCC's website and social media
Requirements:
Degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience in assurance, governance, or research
Strong report writing and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret policies and data
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Experience in policy development, risk management, or scrutiny functions
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
SC Clearance or ability to obtain NPPV2 (Full) vetting
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in policing governance and accountability.
If you have relevant experience and are looking for your next challenge, apply now.
For more information, contact Lewis Ashcroft at lewis.ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Leicestershire, England
Salary / Rate: £21 - £23.67 per hour
Posted: 2025-03-21 11:06:35
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We are currently seeking dedicated and motivated individuals to join our team as Full-Time Probation Service Officers in Highbury Corner Magistrates Court.
As a Probation Service Officer, you will play a crucial role in supporting the rehabilitation and reintegration of offenders into society.Key Responsibilities:
Case Management: Effectively manage a caseload of offenders, conducting risk assessments, and developing appropriate intervention plans.
Client Support: Provide guidance and support to individuals under probation supervision, addressing their needs and facilitating access to relevant services.
Monitoring and Reporting: Regularly monitor the progress of offenders, ensuring compliance with court orders, and reporting any concerns or issues promptly.
Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other criminal justice agencies, social services, and community organisations to ensure a coordinated approach to offender rehabilitation.
Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all interactions and interventions, adhering to data protection and confidentiality protocols.
Court Liaison: Attend court hearings as required, presenting information on offender progress and offering recommendations to the court.
Crisis Intervention: Respond to crises and emergencies involving offenders, taking appropriate action to ensure the safety of all parties involved.
Qualifications and Skills:
A relevant degree or professional qualification in probation, social work, criminology, or a related field.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organisational and time management abilities.
Understanding of the criminal justice system and rehabilitation principles.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Additional Information:
This is a full-time position with a standard 40-hour workweek.
Successful candidates will be subject to a background check and security clearance.
Training and development opportunities will be provided.
If you are passionate about making a positive impact on individuals' lives and contributing to community safety, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding full-time position.If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Mark at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208962 or email mark.white@servicecare.org.uk.Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Islington, England
Salary / Rate: £20.07 - £22.92 per hour
Posted: 2025-03-21 10:19:20
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Service Care Solutions is proud to be assisting Lincolnshire Police in recruiting for multiple Command and Control (C&C) System Configuration Specialists based at Nettleham Fire and Police HQ.
Role Overview
As a C&C System Configuration Specialist, you will provide high-level configuration and administrative support for the Command and Control suite of systems and Pronto.
This role involves implementing and testing new designs, functionality, and software releases, alongside providing expert advice and technical support to colleagues across the force.
You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring all configuration changes are effectively documented while maintaining a thorough understanding of the C&C systems and associated interfaces.
Key Responsibilities
Provide configuration and administration services for the C&C systems.
Assist with capturing requirements, producing use cases, and preparing functional specifications.
Test and implement system changes and provide user advice.
Analyse data, produce reports, and deliver system optimisations.
Maintain system security, auditing access levels, and ensuring compliance.
What We're Looking For
Essential:
Experience working within Agile and other development methodologies.
Understanding of ITIL processes and project management frameworks like PRINCE2.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels and work on your initiative.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
Desirable:
Knowledge of police systems or prior experience in the policing sector.
Familiarity with programming languages such as SQL, XML, or Visual Basic.
Business analysis experience or expertise in tools like Business Objects.
Pay Rate
Umbrella Rate: £22.31 per hour.
Why Join?
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the efficient operation of critical police systems, playing a vital role in supporting frontline operations and shaping future configurations.
Location: Nettleham Fire and Police HQ Contract Type: Full-time Application Process: To apply or learn more, contact Lewis Ashcroft at Service Care Solutions via Lewis.Ashcoft@servicecare.org.uk or call us today at 01772 208962 ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Lincolnshire, England
Salary / Rate: £17.24 - £22.31 per hour
Posted: 2025-03-19 15:39:44
