Peer Support Officer

2 weeks ago


Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Westbank Full time

Peer Support Officer

Rate of pay:1x £12,325.91; 1 x £13,325.31 pro rata (£ 24,651.83 FTE per annum)

Hours per week:1 x 18.5 hours ; 1 x 20 hrs

Location:
Hybrid: Local Office and homeworking

Contract:
Fixed term until 30/04/2025

Flexible working hours to include some cover for evening groups and occasional weekend work. Working days must include a Friday to ensure service coverage.

About the role:

Are you an engaging, sociable and empathetic individual, looking to work for an award-winning organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of others?

We are looking to recruit a friendly and energetic people's person who will become a proactive member of our Devon Carers team


You will play a crucial part in providing opportunities for carers to reduce social isolation and build resilience whilst developing supportive and sustainable care networkds, communities and social opportunities for carers to engage in mutual support.

You will be the creator of opportunities for carers to participate together in activities which they find interestegin, motivating and/or meaningful.


As the Peer Support Officer

  • You will raise awareness of Peer Support is and how to refer carers to this service
  • You will manage and monitor all carer referrals for Peer Suport
  • You will develop and facilitate carer Peer Supprt groups in consultation with internal and external partners of Devon Carers
  • You will liaise and build relationships with community group leaders and venue organisers to work together to support carers and care groups.
  • You will develop additional peer support activities, in response to the identified needs of carers referred
  • You will contribute with ideas and input into Peer Support team meetings and individually to the Awareness & Peer Support Manager
  • You will monitor service data and statistics and provide regular updates to the team and Awareness & Peer Support Manager

What we are looking for:

We will be shortlisting on the following criteria, so please refer as to how you meet these in your
covering letter, ensuring similar work examples are included:

  • Experience of working with people, including networking and building relationships with relevant others
  • Experience of providing/facilitating support groups and activities for service users
  • Knowledge/understanding of issues facing unpaid carers
  • Ability to plan, prioritise and use own initiative
  • Effective communication skills across a range of audiences
  • Sound understanding of Safeguarding, GDPR and Health and Safety within the work setting
  • Ability/willingness to work flexibly, as the role requires, to meet the needs of the service this may include evening and weekend work;
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
  • Full, clean, driving licence and availability for driving for work
  • Right to work in the UK

To apply

Interview date:
TBC


About Westbank:

Westbank is an award-winning, Devon-based registered charity established in 1986 and became a company limited by guarantee in 2007.

The organisation was originally set up to provide practical and emotional support to people in the villages along with west bank of the River Exe.

The organisation now works with communities and individuals across Devon.


Devon Carers is a service delivered by Westbank, and is one of the largest and most successful carer's services in the UK, providing information and support to over 27,000 unpaid carers of all ages.

Devon Carers is the focus for the delivery of a number of services for carers of all ages across Devon, including peer support, hospital services and young carers.


Job Types:
Part-time, Fixed term contract

Salary:
£24,651.83 per year

Expected hours:
per week

Benefits:

  • Additional leave
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Employee discount
  • Free flu jabs
  • Free parking
  • Gym membership
  • Onsite parking
  • Sick pay

Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Exeter
  • Peer Support Worker

    2 weeks ago


    Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Devon Partnership NHS Trust Full time

    We are looking for a Band 3 Peer Support Worker to join our All Age First Response Service (0.2wte)We will support you to learn the peer support work skills you need to thrive in the role. We will offer you a comprehensive induction, training and development support you need to begin a fulfilling career. In return, you will need to be motivated, flexible and...

  • Peer Researcher

    2 weeks ago


    Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Exetercct Full time £11

    An invitation to join us at Exeter City Community Trust Salary – Real Living Wage – £11.00 per hour Approximately 5 to 10 hours per week. This is flexible and will vary according to the current project activities. Based at St James Park, Exeter About You: You are 16-20, have real life experience of how violence can affect young people and are great...


  • Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Exeter College ApprenticeshipsThe Mortgage Quarter Full time

    We require a Mortgage Administrator to play a key role in organising a busy City Centre office.Hours: 35.00 per weekAbout the employer:We are the leading the mortgage brokerage in Exeter supporting the wider community in achieving the aspirations of owning a home or investing in property. We arrange the finance and support our client throughout the...

  • Support Worker

    2 weeks ago


    Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Positive Steps Care & Support Ltd Full time

    Positive Steps Care & Support Ltd are looking for experienced support workers in the Exeter region with passion and commitment in providing person centred care to join our outstanding organisation to support people with varying complex needs.We have various days and hours available in Exeter and surrounding regions.To enable support, responsibilities...


  • Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Spinwell Full time

    Role: Project Support Officer REF 359712Contract Length: Until 30/05/24Location: ExeterIR35: InsidePay Rate to Intermediary: £15.49 per hourSpinwell is recruiting for a Project Support Officer for an excellent opportunity within the public sector.RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PROJECT SUPPORT OFFICERWork as part of the Programme Support Office supporting project...


  • Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Carbon 60 Full time

    Our client is looking for a planning support officer to join them on a temporary contract until September 2024. In this role you will provide administrative support to the City Development team in delivering good development in its functions as planning policy maker, and in processing planning applications/consentsKey responsibilities:To support officers...


  • Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Carbon 60 Full time

    Our client is looking for a planning support officer to join them on a temporary contract until September 2024. In this role you will provide administrative support to the City Development team in delivering good development in its functions as planning policy maker, and in processing planning applications/consents.Key responsibilities:To support officers...


  • Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Sovereign Network Group Full time

    Job descriptionWe have a fantastic opportunity for a Rehousing Support Officer to join our team, working closely with our customers across the South West in Devon, Dorset and Bristol.With offices in Bristol, Exeter and Blandford, we can be flexible on your base location. You'll share your time between the office, home or one of our scheme offices in the...

  • Support Officer

    2 weeks ago


    Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Mitie Full time

    Mitie has a great opportunity for Support Officers to join our business at an exciting time.Job Role:Support OfficerLocation: ExeterPay rate: £12.00phDays, nights, weekends inclusiveJob Overview We are looking for experienced, driven, enthusiastic Security professionals with the desire to learn & support across a variety of sites & roles to suit the...

  • Office Assistant

    2 weeks ago


    Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Richter Full time

    About The Role:We are looking for a friendly and professional Office Assistant to join our Exeter office.The Office Assistant shall be responsible to the Office Manager. The Office Assistant shall work with and provide services to the Exeter office.ResponsibilitiesTo carry out this role successfully, you will be responsible for, but not limited to, the...

  • Support Worker

    2 weeks ago


    Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Positive Steps Care & Support Ltd Full time

    Positive Steps Care & Support are looking for passionate and experienced support workers within Exeter and surrounding areas to join our fantastic organisation. We are aiming to provide safe, responsive, effective, well-led and caring support to individuals with support requirements.The required support hours are as follows:Monday: 10:30 until 16:30Tuesday:...

  • Support Worker

    2 weeks ago


    Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Positive Steps Care & Support Ltd Full time

    Positive Steps Care & Support are looking for passionate and experienced support workers within Exeter and surrounding areas to join our fantastic organisation. We are aiming to provide safe, responsive, effective, well-led and caring support to individuals with support requirements.The required support hours are as follows:Monday: 10:30 until 16:30Tuesday:...


  • Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Essential Employment Full time

    Project Support Officer based in Exeter.The rate of pay is from £11.97ph PAYEThis is a full time role working on a temporary contract.The reference number is: 359712They will: Create, monitor and update project documents, plans and logs to support delivery within time, cost and quality using agreed industry defined standard (e.g. Prince 2); Demonstrate...


  • Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Page Personnel Secretarial & Business Support Full time

    As Office & Logistics Coordinator, you will oversee and run the new Exeter office, from Administration and Coordination of drivers and staff, to maintaining the office itself. You will be the point of contact for all individuals in the region, assistingwith queries and resolve any issues.Client DetailsOur client is th UK's leading excavation and vacuum...


  • Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Sovereign Housing Association Full time

    The Role : Our Rehousing Support Officers work with customers when they have to move out of their homes. This could be due to redevelopment or the disposal of the property as part of our strategic asset management plan. As a Rehousing Support Officer, you'll own and build the relationship with your customers, working with them from the point of...

  • Lrf Support Officer

    2 weeks ago


    Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Service Care Solutions - Criminal Justice Full time

    Service Care Solutions are looking for a Local Resilience Forum (LRF) Support Officer to work within the Devon and Cornwall Police on a 3-Month contract with a view of a permanent contract after initial contract is successful.Location:ExeterJob Role/Description:To support the LRF Manager in providing the effective management, coordination, and work delivery...


  • Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Westbank Full time

    Rate of pay: £14,990.98 pro rata (£24,651.83 FTE)Hours per week: 22.5 hrsLocation: Hybrid - Home/Westbank OfficeContract: Fixed term until 30/04/2025About the role:Are you an enthusiastic individual looking to work for an award-winning organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of others?We are looking to recruit a talkative, sociable and...


  • Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Do you want a job which is exciting, varied and where you make a real difference to cancer patients in Devon?FORCE Cancer Charity are recruiting a FORCE Fundraiser - Support Officer.To support the FORCE Income Generation Team with their operations to maximise income for the work of FORCE Cancer Charity supporting local people affected by cancer....


  • Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Role SummaryProject Support Officer for the Nightingale Hospital ExeterThe Nightingale Hospital Exeter opened early 2022 providing the following services; South West Ambulatory Orthopaedic Centre, Centre of Excellence for Eyes, Rheumatology Centre, and the Devon Diagnostic Centre. There is a new opportunity to join our administrative team, working across the...


  • Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Role SummaryProject Support Officer for the Nightingale Hospital ExeterThe Nightingale Hospital Exeter opened early 2022 providing the following services; South West Ambulatory Orthopaedic Centre, Centre of Excellence for Eyes, Rheumatology Centre, and the Devon Diagnostic Centre. There is a new opportunity to join our administrative team, working across the...