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My client, a southeast London local authority, seek an experienced Executive Assistant to support at Director level. Main Purpose of the job: Provide efficient, modern and appropriate administrative support to the Council's Senior Leadership Team, through direct support to an Executive Director and through line management of two Executive Support Officers. Act as trusted a partner and adviser to an Executive Director, supporting them to make well informed operational and policy decisions. Drive forward and champion the priorities and policy objectives of the Directorate, both within the Directorate and across the organisation. Develop strong relationships with senior officers and colleagues across the Council, working strategically to ensure Executive Directors are fully briefed, organised and equipped for day to-day management of the organisation. Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Chief Executive's division; internal communications, policy, strategic transformation to support the Senior Leadership Team to model best practice and be ambassadors for culture change. Support the smooth operation of the Directorate, utilising strong understanding of directorate priorities to forward plan agendas, ensure key actions are followed up, synthesise and understand complex information relating the business of the directorate. Coordinate and oversee key corporate activity within the Directorate, taking responsibility for the implementation of efficient, organised and user friendly processes that are aligned with the wider organisation. The ideal candidate will be someone with strong Executive Assistant skills and experience, preferably in a local authority. Must be quick to learn, pro active. Hybrid - Required to work in the office 3 days per week. On a Monday and Wednesday plus one other day. Immediate start Ongoing temp booking £23.48 PAYE / £30.26 LTD UMB per hour 35 hours per week Mon to Fri
Job Title: Specialist Support Officer Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £29,687.39 per annum Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week Working Pattern: Rolling rota, early and late shifts to include some weekends Location: Honor Lea, Lewisham If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. At Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the essential criteria on the job description. The difference you will make as a Specialist Support Officer We believe in providing care and support to our clients that will enable them to make informed decisions about their life that will increase their sense of wellbeing: this might be greater independence, better coping strategies or a richer network and sense of self achievement. You will be working from one of our supported services providing support to our customers in a variety of ways. Some of your responsibilities will include: Undertaking group & one to one interventions with clients of a specialist nature (i.e. CBT informed interventions, psychoeducational groups or harm minimisation interventions) Providing a comprehensive support planning service to customers in line with the department's policies, procedures and approach Making full use of IT & other technologies for appropriate tasks, including the use of word processing, spreadsheets, email etc Participating in cross-service initiatives & projects in relation to their specialist area (i.e. organisational training, reflective case management, WOW projects, peer support groups, etc.) Carrying out assessment to identify and prioritize needs Using SMART goal planning to provide needs led holistic support About you We are looking for someone with: Knowledge of specialist assessment tools, methods and case formulation. Knowledge of evidence-based specialist interventions appropriate for mental health and community settings. Experience of undertaking customer assessments, support planning and key-working with a clear outcome focus Knowledge about recovery model, peer support and coproduction procedures. Experience working in community settings therapeutically, including assessments, designing interventions and demonstrating outcomes. Experience running therapeutic groups. Ability to react to crisis situations in a calm effective way. Basic level of IT skills and literacy Strong time management skills and ability to prioritise workload Ability to communicate effectively in writing including the preparation of letters reports & file notes Ability to contribute to effective team working Understanding of safeguarding procedures for children and adults Why Riverside? One Housing Group is now part of Riverside. At Riverside, we're a housing association with a difference enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we've been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives. We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us. Working with us, you'll enjoy: Competitive pay & generous pension 28 days holidays plus bank holidays Flexible working options available Investment in your learning, personal development and technology A wide range of benefits Our Mental Health team is vital to helping us deliver on this vision. We work to transform the life experience of people with mental health support needs. The support we provide is delivered in a range of settings (like supported housing, assessment centres and outreach) and our customers' support needs can include psychosis, forensic and personality disorders. We believe in providing care and support to our clients that will enable them to make informed decisions about their life that will increase their sense of wellbeing: this might be greater independence, better coping strategies or a richer network and sense of self achievement. We offer you the chance to develop your own skills through regular line management supervision, reflective practice, access to a ten-day course on relevant mental health topics and working together with your specialist colleagues. Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside: We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues. Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.