Job Description

Make a Real Difference.

The role of the Team Coordinator (Senior Support Worker) is an important one within the community team as you are representing Coquet Trust to the people we support, their families and wider circle of support, as well as local agencies, and of course being an exceptional and forward-thinking leader to your team.

The purpose of this role is to enable the people we support to live their own lives through the application of person-centred approaches, promoting individual choice, decision-making, control and independence.

Coquet Trust is a registered charity set up in 1995 to provide support to people with learning disabilities, Autism and

Mental health needs

, to enable them to live as independently as possible, where support is driven by the choice of the individual.

We are grounded by our values of Committed, Reliable, Inspirational, Trustworthy and Inclusive, and expect all our employees to reflect these in their everyday actions, ensuring that the people we support live a full and meaningful life where they are listened to and valued.

We have grown steadily ever since our foundation and now provide support to over 150 people and work with four local authority areas in the North East of England.

We are currently recruiting

a Team Coordinator

to support a

young woman

as she begins her journey out of hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to build a small, consistent team around someone who is ready to take her next steps in her life and wants the right people beside her as she does.

About the Person You'll Support:

She loves going for

shopping (loves a bity of retail therapy)

Visiting p

etting zoos, dog, and cat cafes

She loves going for food, watching films

(She loves horror films)

, or simply chatting and going for walks She loves trying out new hobbies and discovering safe, welcoming spaces in the community

About the Role:

You'll work in the community, starting with shorter support sessions. Activities might include:

Going for coffee or shopping. Attending creative workshops or horse visits Watching horror films, or just chatting Exploring new hobbies and safe spaces in the community, etc.

About You:

We are looking for an experienced Female Mental Health Team Coordinator to join us, on a full time basis, who:

Assists the Support Manager in day -to-day management of Support Workers and locations. Have

mental health experience

, particularly around trauma or self-harm. Acts as a role model at all times, providing the highest quality care and support. is naturally warm, calm, and emotionally resilient Uses effective communication to guide and empower your team. Provides Active Support and Positive Behavior Support. Can

maintain boundaries

while supporting independence Believes in the power of listening, patience, and creativity Is flexible, dependable, and up for trying new things.

What experience our Senior Support Workers need:

Experience providing a high standard and wide range of support. A willingness to be flexible in your work. Ability to communicate clearly, with a good level of literacy and numeracy skills. Have an NVQ Level 3 in Social Care, or equivalent qualification is mandatory. Holding a full UK Driving Licence is preferred.

What We Offer:

12.60 per hour

Specialist training

from clinical staff

Supervision and support

from the ward and Coquet Trust A chance to be part of an

individual's recovery and growth

A

values-based organisation

that truly cares

5.6 weeks annual

leave. (incl. bank holidays). A supportive culture that puts people at its heart. A values-based approach that celebrates individuality. Paid training, upskilling and career development opportunities. Apprenticeships: earn whilst gaining experience and a funded Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care. Workplace locations serviced by public transport links. Long service cash awards. Early salary draw down system. Employee discount (Blue Light Card). Referral programme. Occupational sick pay. Employee assistance programme. Company pension. Travel card loans. Driving lesson sponsorship scheme. We want lifelong partners in our organisation to come on the journey with Coquet Trust.

Ready to Apply?

This is more than a support job -- it's a chance to

make a real difference in one person's life

and be part of a compassionate, forward-thinking team.

Please note:

We are unable to offer sponsorship at this time. Thank you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,166.00 per year

Application question(s):

Tell us about your special interests and hobbies. Do you have an NVQ Level 3, or equivalent, in Social Care? Do you have the right to work in the UK for the next 9 months at least?
Experience:

Mental Health care: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Full UK Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person