We provide supported accommodation and community support services to vulnerable people across Kent. We support survivors of domestic abuse, homeless individuals and families, young people, ex-offenders, refugees, people with a learning disability, those experiencing mental health problems and Syrian refugees that come to this country under a Government led initiative for resettlement across Kent.

What you'll be doing

We're extending our management team and currently looking for a Team Leader to be based in Sittingbourne covering our Domestic Abuse Services across North and South Kent. You'll work with and support the Project Manager to deliver accommodation based and community support services of exceptional quality. We'll look to you to inspire, motivate and support a team of Support Officers and IDVAs having day to day responsibility for supervising staff, including 121 support and monitoring performance. You'll also have the opportunity to also hold a caseload of clients.

You'll be tasked with assessing and managing risk effectively, reporting concerns to the Project Manager, as well as ensuring that we provide a healthy and safe environment for clients and staff.

What you'll need

• A calm, efficient and structured approach to your work
• A good understanding of domestic abuse including the impact of domestic abuse on victims and their children
• A thorough understanding of the needs of vulnerable people, risk assessment, risk management and best practice
• A good understanding of how to support and motivate a team
• An excellent knowledge of safeguarding

This is a great opportunity to be a part of a friendly, successful team whilst working in a great working environment and excellent support and encouragement to fulfil your role.

If this sounds like an opportunity you'd be interested in, we look forward to hearing from you.

Closing Date: Monday 11th July 2022 at midnight

For further details on this vacancy, please click 'apply' or visit our website.

Applicants must be able to travel extensively across North and South Kent.

This post is subject to Enhanced Adult and Child Criminal Record Check Clearance.

In the event that we receive a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to close this advert early.

You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy; Clarion are not able to offer visa sponsorship. You are required to reside in the UK for the duration of your employment.

Diversity and Inclusion

We want Clarion to be a workplace where everyone feels valued, can be themselves and know they can reach their full potential. We embrace and celebrate our differences through various initiatives and support colleagues through a number of staff networks.

We're committed to building a strong, diverse workforce and making Clarion an inclusive place to work.