Job Title: Maintenance Asssitant
Salary: £27,000 per annum
Location: Elstree, Hertfordshire & Edgware, North London
Contract Type: Full-time
Closing Date: 21st June 2023
Langdon has an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Assistant to join their Housing team in Elstree, Hertfordshire.
Langdon are an ambitious forward thinking Learning Disability charity working with the Jewish Community. Langdon was founded 30 years ago and we now help over 100 young Jewish people with learning disabilities by providing education, supported living and employment services. Whilst we support the Jewish community, we celebrate and benefit from the diversity of the communities in which we are based and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
About the role
The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for the maintenance of the properties we own and manage. The role will be based in Elstree, Hertfordshire and travel will be required between local properties.
The successful candidate will be a multi-skilled individual with experience dealing with all aspects of general house maintenance, including general repairs, joinery, plumbing, light electrical, painting and decorating.
The position would require close coordination with the Tenancy & Housing Officers and Head of Housing & Facilities Management, including assistance in inspecting and advising on problems arising, liaising with care support staff, tenants, and external tradespeople. Training in specific skills will be provided, as needed.
Key Skills
- To support the housing team to ensure compliance with all regulations and legislative responsibilities associated with Langdon’s portfolio, e.g. Legionella, Asbestos, Fire Safety etc.
- To ensure health & safety checks including fire alarm testing, legionella flushing, emergency light testing, and site safety/security checks are carried out regularly at Langdon properties and offices, maintaining the safety and welfare of our members and staff.
- To carry out a preventative, planned maintenance program and undertake routine inspections of the premises, fixtures, fittings, utility meters, and grounds.
- To carry out repairs, maintenance, improvement works and inspections to ensure the general upkeep and maintenance of the premises, e.g. assemble furniture, fit curtain poles, general household repairs etc.
- To act as a contact for Contractors attending properties, ensuring they are fully aware of the organisation’s attendance procedures, that they will follow full H&S procedures/risk assessments and permits to work are issued/reviewed where required. To ensure keys, access cards and access codes/fobs are signed out and recovered according to procedures, to maintain security of buildings.
About You
You will be educated to GCSE level or equivalent with a pass in English and Maths or have a QCF Level 2 in Building Maintenance or Multi-trade Repair and Refurbishment Operations or similar.
You will be able to communicate effectively and previous experience of working with adults with Learning Disabilities, Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome is desirable but not essential.
If this sounds like you, we are keen to hear from you.
What We Offer:
- 21 days holiday which increases with length of service, plus bank holidays and 3 Jewish holidays.
- Pension
- Occupational Sick Pay after a qualifying period, which increases with length of service
- Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme with free access to independent advice, support and counselling on a wide range of issues
- Development and career progression opportunities
If you are looking for a fresh challenge, enjoy engaging with people, have a real desire to make a difference to someone’s life and the skills required to help us deliver a high level of service to our Members, then we want to hear from you.
To submit your CV for this Maintenance Assistant opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ today!
This post is subject to an Standard Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service if you are successful after interview.
Please note; depending on the volume of applications received we may shortlist and interview prior to the vacancy closing.
Job Title: Lead Support Worker
Salary: £25,252.50 per annum
Location: Edgware, North London
Contract Type: Full-time
Closing Date: 18th June 2023
Langdon has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Support Worker to join their growing Supported Living team. The role will be based in Edgware, North London.
Langdon are an ambitious forward thinking Learning Disability charity working with the Jewish Community. Langdon was founded 30 years ago and we now help over 100 young Jewish people with learning disabilities by providing education, supported living and employment services. Whilst we support the Jewish community, we celebrate and benefit from the diversity of the communities in which we are based and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
About the role
The Lead Support Worker provides a person-centred service to all members, building relationships with them, their families and the local community.
The role is also responsible for supporting a team of support workers to enable our members to live as independently as possible.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work with members and their families, supporting them in the decisions they make about how they live their lives and ensuring that personal needs are met.
- To work in collaboration with the Service Manager to ensure Support Plans and Risk assessments are relevant and up to date.
- To ensure that all members are aware of all social, recreational and community opportunities and events and facilitating any necessary access.
- Lead a team of support workers to promote and maintain a person-centred service provision.
- To promote and adhere to the workplace values.
About You
Educated to GCSE lelve with grade A-C/4-7 in Maths and Eglish you will also have a minimum Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care for this position. In addition, the successful candidate must be dedicated to achieving the highest quality care standards along with the promotion of client choice and independence.
If you are looking for a fresh challenge, enjoy engaging with people, have a real desire to make a difference to someone’s life and the skills required to help us deliver a high level of service to our Members, then we want to hear from you.
What We Offer:
- 20 days holiday pro rata which increases with length of service, plus 1 day for your birthday, 3 Jewish holidays and bank holidays.
- Pension
- Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme with free access to independent advice, support and counselling on a wide range of issues
- Development and career progression opportunities
To submit your CV for this exciting Lead Support Worker opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ today!
This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring Service if you are successful after interview.
Please note; depending on the volume of applications received we may shortlist and interview prior to the vacancy closing.
Job Title: Lead Support Worker
Salary: £23,692.50 per annum
Location: Prestwich, Manchester
Contract Type: Full-time
Closing Date: 28th May 2023
Langdon has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Support Worker to join their growing Supported Living team. The role will be based in North Manchester.
Langdon are an ambitious forward thinking Learning Disability charity working with the Jewish Community. Langdon was founded 30 years ago and we now help over 100 young Jewish people with learning disabilities by providing education, supported living and employment services. Whilst we support the Jewish community, we celebrate and benefit from the diversity of the communities in which we are based and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
About the role
The Lead Support Worker provides a person-centred service to all members, building relationships with them, their families and the local community.
The role is also responsible for supporting a team of support workers to enable our members to live as independently as possible.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work with members and their families, supporting them in the decisions they make about how they live their lives and ensuring that personal needs are met.
- To work in collaboration with the Service Manager to ensure Support Plans and Risk assessments are relevant and up to date.
- To ensure that all members are aware of all social, recreational and community opportunities and events and facilitating any necessary access.
- Lead a team of support workers to promote and maintain a person-centred service provision.
- To promote and adhere to the workplace values.
About You
Educated to GCSE lelve with grade A-c/4-7 in Maths and Eglish you will also have a minimum Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care for this position. In addition, the successful candidate must be dedicated to achieving the highest quality care standards along with the promotion of client choice and independence.
If you are looking for a fresh challenge, enjoy engaging with people, have a real desire to make a difference to someone’s life and the skills required to help us deliver a high level of service to our Members, then we want to hear from you.
What We Offer:
- 20 days holiday pro rata which increases with length of service, plus 1 day for your birthday and bank holidays.
- Pension
- Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme with free access to independent advice, support and counselling on a wide range of issues
- Development and career progression opportunities
To submit your CV for this exciting Lead Support Worker opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ today!
This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring Service if you are successful after interview.
Please note; depending on the volume of applications received we may shortlist and interview prior to the vacancy closing.
Job Title: Service Manager (Manchester)
Salary: £26,522.50-£30,766.10 per annum
Location: Prestwich, Manchester
Contract Type: Full-time
Closing Date: 9th June 2023
Langdon has an exciting opportunity for a Service Manager to join their growing Supported Living team in Prestwich, Manchester.
Langdon are an ambitious forward thinking Learning Disability charity working with the Jewish Community. Langdon was founded 30 years ago and we now help over 100 young Jewish people with learning disabilities by providing education, supported living and employment services. Whilst we support the Jewish community, we celebrate and benefit from the diversity of the communities in which we are based and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
About the role
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Service Manager to join us to support the on-going development and management of our supported living team. The role will be based in Prestwich, serving our communities across Prestwich and Salford.
The Service Manager is responsible for the supervision and management of a team of support workers, writing care and support plans and rota planning. The post holder will also be responsible for team management for annual leave, appraisals, performance management and any employee relations issues. You will work in partnership with the Registered Manager to deliver against all strategic objectives within the community division.
Key Responsibilities:
- To work alongside the Registered Manager, organising and writing Care Plans, and Risk Assessments and supporting staff to provide a first class service to our members, following Langdon processes, policies and quality systems.
- To manage all aspects of running the service including but not limited to: supervision and appraisal of staff, rota planning and management, care planning, quality assurance, induction and training, budget management and payroll.
- To have sound knowledge and understanding of the CQC Compliance Standards.
- To deputise for the Registered Manager, and be the responsible manager in their absence carrying out all the duties that this position entails.
About You
A recognised qualification (NVQ Level 4, or Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care) or equivalent is preferred for this position, however, we will consider candidates who have achieved NVQ3 and are studying towards a CQC recognised qualification. In addition, the successful candidate must be dedicated to achieving the highest quality care standards along with the promotion of client choice and independence.
This position will offer the right candidate the opportunity to deliver continued growth of a person-centred care organisation of the highest quality. The role is therefore perfect for an experienced Service Manager who is happy and able to work on their own and as part of the Management Team.
What We Offer:
- 25 days holiday which increases with length of service, plus bank holidays, 3 Jewish holidays and 1 day for your birthday.
- Pension
- Occupational Sick Pay after a qualifying period, which increases with length of service
- Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme with free access to independent advice, support and counselling on a wide range of issues
- Development and career progression opportunities
To submit your CV for this exciting Service Manager opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ today!
This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring Service if you are successful after interview.
Please note; depending on the volume of applications received we may shortlist and interview prior to the vacancy closing.
Job Title: Jewish Life & Learning Coordinator
Salary: £32,000 (pro rata)
Location: North London
Contract Type: Part-time (15 hrs per week)
Closing Date: 11th June 2023
Langdon are an ambitious forward thinking Learning Disability organisation working with the Jewish Community in both London and Manchester. Langdon was founded 30 years ago, and we now help over 150 Jewish adults with learning disabilities and autism by providing education, supported living and employment services.
About the role
The Jewish Life and Learning Coordinator will work cross communally with the Jewish Community and Langdon Members to promote and deliver activities and events to enhance members Jewish religious and cultural engagement.
The role will be responsible for creating and implementing outstanding Informal Jewish education and events to support members’ Jewish identity and promote a pluralist Jewish ethos, Jewish culture, traditions, and values to ensure a meaningful engagement with Jewish life at Langdon.
Key Responsibilities:
- To ensure Jewish ethos and cultural awareness is embedded across Langdon
- Plan and incorporate activities around Jewish Festivals and Shabbat to actively celebrate the Jewish way of life.
- Leading colleagues in running effective Informal Jewish Education and social action initiatives and co-ordinating impactful community cohesion activities for Members to explore their identities.
- Working with the Jewish cultural team and Programme Manager, to ensure that Jewish content to programming is delivered.
- Research, plan, develop and implement activities and events, that meet the cultural needs of Members in Manchester and London
- Support staff teams in maintaining Kashrut in members’ homes and ensuring each home is kept within religious standards.
- Advise staff and assist with the preparations for major Jewish festivals – e.g. Passover, Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.
- Report on outputs, outcomes and impact of programme as part of review and evaluation process.
About You
Educated to GCSE level with a grade A-C/4-9 in Maths & English, you are passionate about supporting people with learning disabilities and autism to live the life they choose. Ideally you have some experience in planning engaging sessions and informal educational programmes.
We are an organisation that fosters a culture of mutual respect, diversity, and inclusion. You’ll find supportive and encouraging colleagues here who will always care. If you want to join a community of passionate people who empower Members with the wisdom of Jewish values and strength to flourish, we would love to meet you.
What We Offer:
- 20 days holiday pro rata which increases with length of service, plus 1 day for your birthday and bank holidays.
- Pension
- Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme with free access to independent advice, support and counselling on a wide range of issues
- Development and career progression opportunities
To submit your CV for this exciting Jewish Life & Learning Coordinator opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ today!
This post is subject to a basic disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring Service if you are successful after interview.
Please note; depending on the volume of applications received we may shortlist and interview prior to the vacancy closing.
Job Title: Youth Worker
Salary: £11,440 per annum
Location: North London (Edgware, Hendon, Borehamwood)
Contract Type: Part-time (20 hours per week)
Closing Date: 28th May 2023
Langdon has an exciting opportunity for a Youth Worker to join their growing team in North London.
Langdon are an ambitious forward thinking Learning Disability charity working with the Jewish Community. Langdon was founded 30 years ago and we now help over 100 young Jewish people with learning disabilities by providing education, supported living and employment services. Whilst we support the Jewish community, we celebrate and benefit from the diversity of the communities in which we are based and welcome applicants from all backgrounds
About the role
Langdon Brady provides Jewish young people aged 9-25 with learning, behavioural and physical difficulties the opportunity to make friends and take part in fun activities. Langdon Brady supports the development of our members confidence and their ability to communicate effectively. People who face barriers to inclusion often find it difficult to make friends, Langdon Brady is a friendly and inviting place for our members to overcome this and develop meaningful relationships with others.
The Youth Worker will be part of a team that enables our members to participate in a range of recreational activities, ensuring that their needs are met while ensuring a friendly, safe and sociable environment. Youth workers are extremely valuable people in the lives of our members, they are a responsible and trustworthy adult who they feel safe to be themselves around; this relationship is crucial in growing Members self-confidence and helping them to make friends when they’re with us.
The participants of Langdon Brady are provided with a well-resourced environment and caring staff. our service takes place in the form of after school/weekend clubs and holiday schemes.
Key Responsibilities:
- To deliver engaging group activities to young people with additional needs.
- To help Members develop their confidence and work towards practicing their own version of independence.
- To work 1:1 with Members who need extra support.
- To execute organisational tasks that helps Langdon Brady to run smoothly
About You
Educated to GCSE level with a grade A-C in Maths & English, you are passionate about supporting young people with learning disabilities and autism to become independent. Ideally you have some experience working with young people who face barriers to inclusion, but this is not essential. You have an outgoing, positive, empathetic personality and a clear and straightforward communication style.
If this sounds like you, we are keen to hear from you.
What We Offer:
- 20 days holiday pro rata which increases with length of service, plus bank holidays.
- Pension
- Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme with free access to independent advice, support and counselling on a wide range of issues
- Development and career progression opportunities
To submit your CV for this exciting Youth Worker opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ today!
This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring Service if you are successful after interview.
Please note; depending on the volume of applications received we may shortlist and interview prior to the vacancy closing.
Job Title: Sessional Worker
Salary: £11.00 per hour
Location: North London (Edgware, Hendon, Borehamwood)
Contract Type: Zero Hours
Langdon has an exciting opportunity for Sessional Workers to join their growing team in North London.
Langdon are an ambitious forward thinking Learning Disability charity working with the Jewish Community. Langdon was founded 30 years ago and we now help over 100 young Jewish people with learning disabilities by providing education, supported living and employment services. Whilst we support the Jewish community, we celebrate and benefit from the diversity of the communities in which we are based and welcome applicants from all backgrounds
About the role
Langdon Brady provides Jewish young people aged 9-25 with learning, behavioural and physical difficulties the opportunity to make friends and take part in fun activities. Langdon Brady supports the development of our members confidence and their ability to communicate effectively. People who face barriers to inclusion often find it difficult to make friends, Langdon Brady is a friendly and inviting place for our members to overcome this and develop meaningful relationships with others.
The Sessional Youth Worker will be part of a team that enables our members to participate in a range of recreational activities, ensuring that their needs are met while ensuring a friendly, safe and sociable environment. Sessional youth workers are extremely valuable people in the lives of our members, they are a responsible and trustworthy adult who they feel safe to be themselves around; this relationship is crucial in growing Members self-confidence and helping them to make friends when they’re with us.
The participants of Langdon Brady are provided with a well-resourced environment and caring staff. our service takes place in the form of after school/weekend clubs and holiday schemes.
Key Responsibilities:
- To deliver engaging group activities to young people with additional needs.
- To help Members develop their confidence and work towards practicing their own version of independence.
- To work 1:1 with Members who need extra support.
- To execute organisational tasks that helps Langdon Brady to run smoothly
About You
Educated to GCSE level with a grade A-C in Maths & English, you are passionate about supporting people with learning disabilities and autism to become independent. Ideally you have some experience working with young people who face barriers to inclusion, but this is not essential. You have an outgoing, positive, empathetic personality and a clear and straightforward communication style.
If this sounds like you, we are keen to hear from you.
What We Offer:
- 20 days holiday pro rata which increases with length of service, plus bank holidays.
- Pension
- Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme with free access to independent advice, support and counselling on a wide range of issues
- Development and career progression opportunities
To submit your CV for this exciting Sessional Worker opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ today!
This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring Service if you are successful after interview.
Please note; depending on the volume of applications received we may shortlist and interview prior to the vacancy closing.
Salary: £11.00 p/h unqualified & £11.95 p/h qualified
Location: Borehamwood, Hertfordshire & Edgware, North London
Contract Type: Part-time and Full-time (37.5 hrs per week)
Langdon UK have exciting opportunities for Support Workers to join their growing team in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire and Edgware, North London.
Langdon was founded 30 years ago and we now help over 100 young Jewish people with learning disabilities by providing education, supported living and employment services. Whilst we support the Jewish community, we celebrate and benefit from the diversity of the communities in which we are based and welcome applicants from all backgrounds
About the Role
The role will include supporting our members in designing and developing their support/care plans and providing social, health and personal care. Support Workers will be expected to work flexible hours which will involve working early and late shifts, including sleep in’s, weekends and bank holidays in accordance with member need.
The successful candidate will be required to work individually and as part of a team to support and enable individuals to live as independently as possible by assisting individuals to develop new and existing skills. They will also be responsible for working with our employment team to facilitate employment opportunities, and with our programming team to assist and support our members to enjoy an active social life.
About You
Educated to GCSE level or equivalent, you must have a good standard of written English. Previous experience of working with adults with Learning Disabilities and Autism desirable but not essential. Full training will be given to the successful applicant.
If you are looking for a fresh challenge, enjoy engaging with people, have a real desire to make a difference to someone’s life and the skills required to help us deliver a high level of service to our Members, then we want to hear from you.
What we offer:
- 21 days holiday which increases with length of service, plus bank holidays and 3 Jewish holidays (pro rata for part-time staff)
- Pension
- Occupational Sick Pay after a qualifying period, which increases with length of service
- Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme with free access to independent advice, support and counselling on a wide range of issues
- Development and career progression opportunities
To find out a bit more or to have a chat about the role, please contact Nalina Ramgutty on 07957 442467 or nalina.ramgutty@langdonuk.org
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Salary: £10.90 p/h unqualified & £11.15 p/h qualified
Location: Prestwich, Manchester
Contract Type: Part-time and Full-time (37.5 hrs per week)
Langdon UK have exciting opportunities for Support Workers to join their growing team in Prestwich, Manchester.
Langdon was founded 30 years ago and we now help over 100 young Jewish people with learning disabilities by providing education, supported living and employment services. Whilst we support the Jewish community, we celebrate and benefit from the diversity of the communities in which we are based and welcome applicants from all backgrounds
About the Role
The role will include supporting our members in designing and developing their support/care plans and providing social, health and personal care. Support Workers will be expected to work flexible hours which will involve working early and late shifts, including sleep in’s, weekends and bank holidays in accordance with member need.
The successful candidate will be required to work individually and as part of a team to support and enable individuals to live as independently as possible by assisting individuals to develop new and existing skills. They will also be responsible for working with our employment team to facilitate employment opportunities, and with our programming team to assist and support our members to enjoy an active social life.
About You
Educated to GCSE level or equivalent, you must have a good standard of written English. Previous experience of working with adults with Learning Disabilities and Autism is desirable but not essential. Full training will be given to the successful applicant.
If you are looking for a fresh challenge, enjoy engaging with people, have a real desire to make a difference to someone’s life and the skills required to help us deliver a high level of service to our Members, then we want to hear from you.
What we offer:
- 21 days holiday which increases with length of service, plus bank holidays and 3 Jewish holidays (pro rata for part-time staff)
- Pension
- Occupational Sick Pay after a qualifying period, which increases with length of service
- Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme with free access to independent advice, support and counselling on a wide range of issues
- Development and career progression opportunities
To find out a bit more or to have a chat about the role, please contact Claire Rayner on 07432 740769 or claire.rayner@langdonuk.org.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
‘Langdon is a community. I love how everyone comes together.’
– Zoe, Langdon Member
