Job Title: Service Coordinator
Location: West Norwood, South London
Salary: £30,998 per annum (with an increment in year 2).
Job type: Full Time
L’Arche London is more than just a service provider, we’re a diverse, inclusive community of nearly 100 people, with and without learning disabilities who live, work and celebrate together. We provide registered care and supported housing as well as specialist day services. Our aim is to provide a place of belonging to help people with learning disabilities live independent yet connected lives.
Visa sponsorship will not be considered for this role. Applicants will be required to provide full right to work documentation for the UK
The role:
We are looking for someone to join our leadership team as a Service Coordinator. You will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality person-centred support for one of our community groups. Each group has 8 – 10 community members with learning disabilities, living in 3 Supported Living houses.
Supported by a Deputy Coordinator, you will manage and inspire a team of 12 – 15 support assistants, working together to support the practical, social and spiritual needs of the members of your group.
The Candidate:
We’re looking for someone with knowledge and experience of supporting people with learning disabilities, as well as an enthusiasm for L’Arche’s values, the ability to inspire others and a willingness to be part of our friendly, professional and committed team.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
As a member of our Coordinating leadership team led by our Registered Manager, you will provided with a programme of personal development and training including opportunities to study for QCF qualifications in social care, and leadership development through L’Arche UK’s leadership training programme.
- Lead and manage one of three groups in L’Arche London, comprising of a range of services for people with learning disabilities and its team of assistants
- Create community and lead the service delivery within this group in line with L’Arche values, standards and the requirements of the Care Quality Commission [CQC].
- Play an active role in the leadership of L’Arche London, helping shape its future direction as a faith-based community provider of services to people with learning disabilities.
Benefits:
- 28 days’ holiday per year (FTE) – increasing to 33 days in the following year.
- Flexible working opportunities
- Pension Scheme
- Employee assistance programme
- Full training
L’Arche is a vibrant, joyful place to be. We’re part of an international federation of L’Arche communities in over 100 countries worldwide. Founded in the Christian tradition, L’Arche Communities welcome people of all faiths and none. Our vision is a world where all belong.
We actively encourage people with a wide diversity of backgrounds and personal stories to join us. If there are areas in the job description where you feel less experienced, don’t let that put you off.
Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.
Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Administrator, Office Assistant, General Assistant, Administrative Assistant, Field Service Coordinator, Office Support, Customer Support, Technical Service Coordinator, Service Support Administrator, Office Admin, Customer Services Executive, Customer Service Representative, Client Service, Customer Services, Customer Assistant, Customer Service Consultant, Customer Service Administrator, Customer Support, Business Support will also be considered for this role.
