Vacancies

SHAP is a charity which has provided accommodation and support to young and vulnerable people throughout Merseyside and Cheshire for over 40 years. We provide a wide range of services and tailor support to the individual, helping them to gain life skills and attain independence. We have come a long way from our humble beginnings and are proud of what we have achieved and the number of people we have helped along the way. We are recognised for the quality of support provided to young and vulnerable people, our creativity and the can do attitude that our staff possess.

For further information please contact us on 01744 454 056 or recruitment@shap.org.uk

SHAP is committed to equal opportunities and non-discriminatory practices.

Please see our current vacancies below.

Deputy Manager (37.5 hrs per week

Salary £26,446 (inc shift allowances)

Shift work and the ability to work on a rota is a feature of this role.

(Note: We will not accept applications by CV for this post – you must complete an application form)

SHAP Ltd and The Whitechapel Centre, in partnership with Liverpool City Council, deliver an accommodation service for Homeless Families based within a modern purpose-built setting for up to 16 families who are homeless and in need of accommodation in Liverpool.

The Role: To deliver a high quality, accommodation-based service for families and children who are presenting with a wide range of accommodation difficulties. The service offers a creative approach that supports families to obtain long-term settled accommodation, address individual needs and take control of their own lives.

You will support the Project Manager to fulfil all service requirements; supporting and developing the staff team to ensure the delivery of an effective, professional, outcome-focused service which meets contractual performance targets and enables service users to achieve positive outcomes.

Who should apply: We are looking for an enthusiastic and approachable person who has knowledge and experience of working and leading within this environment You should have knowledge of the issues faced by this client group along with knowledge of how homelessness and deprivation can affect the outcomes of children.

If you are a proactive person with the required specialist knowledge, who can lead, listen effectively, is supportive, works respectfully and can identify with the organisations and the role, we would love to hear from you.

An enhanced DBS check is a requirement for this post.

For an application pack or for an informal chat about the role, please call Andy on 01744454056 or email recruitment@shap.org.uk

The closing date for applications is 5pm on 22nd July 2022.

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Testimonials

‘It’s been a fantastic opportunity to really help to make a difference to people’s lives. The staff are remarkable and really do care about the clients that they support. Watching people grow and develop in confidence and the tenacity shown by everyone to help clients achieve their dreams and aspirations says it all. They are an inspiration and leave no stone unturned to help bring about change. It may only be a small charity but it’s got a big heart.’

Janine

‘I started to work for SHAP in April 2018 and I can honestly say that it is a breath of fresh air to work with so many hardworking dedicated people. I have seen with my own eyes how they go the extra distance in helping homeless people sustain their tenancy. They give lots of support and offer alternative ways to be able to do this. I am enjoying my job and learning new skills working in this environment and with multi agency approaches.’

Kevin

‘Having worked for SHAP for nearly 30 years says it all.’

Marg

‘I have worked for SHAP for 17 years on various schemes and I can say with all honesty no two days are ever the same and very rarely go as planned. I have worked with wonderful colleagues over the years, many who have become as close as family to me and we have shared the successes and the failures. The young people I have worked with over the years never fail to inspire me with how they attempt to get on with their lives despite having had difficult backgrounds and supporting them is what makes this job worth while.’

Lesley

‘It’s fantastic to see people’s passion for their work and the people they are helping. Everyone goes the extra mile. I enjoy the variety my role brings and look forward to coming to work every day.’

Pat

‘SHAP have given me the opportunity to work in the community in which I live ensuring our young people are empowered to make informed decisions and take control of their own lives. I have been supported by SHAP to develop and build positive professional relationships with colleagues, partner agencies and young people. I look forward to continuing to make positive contributions to our community though the work I do with SHAP.’