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  Head of Older Communities  

  Saint John of God Hospitaller Services

  [permanent fulltime parttime] - Darlington

  Posted: 04/12/2025

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  Role: Head of Older Communities Location: England and Scotland (Remote... Read More

  Role: Head of Older Communities Location: England and Scotland (Remote with travel across sites) Contract: Full-time, Permanent We are an outstanding values driven charity who have been supporting people in their lives for 140 years. We are proud to offer a rare and exciting opportunity to lead a truly unique portfolio of care services and are seeking a visionary leader for our Head of Older Communities. The role is to oversee several registered care/nursing homes and domiciliary services, delivered through full management contracts with religious communities across Scotland and England. About the Role: This is no ordinary leadership position. You will be at the forefront of developing new services, and shaping and delivering exceptional care for older people, ensuring services meet the highest standards of quality, compassion, and innovation. You’ll lead the Older Communities strategy, working closely with the people we support and their community families, and care teams to develop forward-thinking models of care that reflect the values of SJOG. Key Responsibilities: Provide strategic and operational leadership across a diverse portfolio of older communities services. Ensure full compliance with regulatory frameworks and best practice standards Manage and negotiate complex contracts within older communities and with partners Oversee a budget exceeding £4 million, ensuring financial sustainability and value Drive continuous improvement and innovation in care delivery Champion outstanding outcomes for older people, rooted in hospitality, compassion and respect Complete tenders and develop new services with NHS/ICBs and Local Authorities and other religious communities UK wide What We’re Looking For: Proven experience in managing and leading older people’s services at a senior level Experience of multi-site operational management across the UK Deep knowledge and understanding of legislation, policy, procedures and practices in older people and nursing care Inspirational leadership and the ability to build trusted relationships The ability to develop and shape an older people’s strategy, monitor and report to the Executive Management Team Values Driven, Compassion, innovation and good communication skills Benefits and Rewards: Annual leave entitlement of 33 days (pro-rata) including bank and public holidays Employee Assistance Programme Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme Health Cash Plan Bike to Work Scheme Excellent training and development opportunities An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (which we will pay for) will be required for the role. Closing Date for applications: Monday 19th January 2026
  1st Stage Interview: Thursday 29th January 2026
  2nd Stage Interview: Monday 2nd February 2026 For all applications and enquiries please contact our Recruitment Partner Joanne Diver at Defour Partnership. or apply via this link: Read Less

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  Intensive Housing Assistant  

  Saint John of God Hospitaller Services

  [fulltime parttime] - Darlington

  Posted: 03/12/2025

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  This is a home based role.  We are very excited to be looking to recru... Read More

  This is a home based role.  We are very excited to be looking to recruit a Housing Assistant to assist the Intensive Housing Management Service Team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a signification contribution to the Team and the Charity as a whole.  As Housing Assistant, you will provide national administrative support and repairs and maintenance support to the Intensive Housing Management (IHM) Services. Your primary role will be to support the IHM service team to deliver a responsive customer service, with occasional tasks to support other services areas as and when required.  Key Duties and Responsibilities:  To be the first point of contact for repair queries from colleagues, customers, contractors and partners.  To record works for IHM maintenance operatives working with the Repairs and Maintenance Manager.  Provide administrative support to IHM services nationally and assist the Property Services Team with quotes and invoices.  Liaise with Intensive Housing Officers to ensure Lettable Standard is achieved. Deal with customer requests for repairs, via the council, repairs line or IHM maintenance team. Obtain quotes and order furniture and other goods for IHM customers.  Maintain financial records of all relevant expenditure. Assist in the maintenance and upkeep of the fixed asset register, including processing additions, disposals and depreciation.   Essential Criteria:   An Ability to demonstrate the core values of the charity  Good IT skills and proven experience in an office environment  Working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, particularly Word and Excel  Accurate recording skills  Ability to prepare and take minutes  Good interpersonal and communication skills Ability to prioritise and manage own workload  Ability to work within a service for people with support / care needs  Ability to concentrate in busy environments  Excellent organisational skills and problem solving skills   Benefits and Rewards:  Annual leave entitlement of 33 days (pro-rata) including bank and public holidays  Employee Assistance Programme  Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme  Health Cash Plan  Bike to Work Scheme  Excellent training and development opportunities  Closing date: Sunday 11th January 2026 If you would like an informal discussion about the role please contact Melanie Smith, National Housing Manager by emailing in the first instance.  Read Less

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  Kitchen/Refectory Assistant – Oaklea Convent, Sunderland  

  Saint John of God Hospitaller Services

  [fulltime parttime] - Darlington

  Posted: 21/11/2025

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  We have an exciting opportunity for a Kitchen/Refectory Assistant to j... Read More

  We have an exciting opportunity for a Kitchen/Refectory Assistant to join our friendly team at Oaklea Convent, which is home to the Sisters of Mercy and managed by SJOG Hospitaller Services.  We pride ourselves on working in partnership with the Sisters to support them in the care of their elderly members and the management of their care homes. You will be required to carry out a range of duties as detailed in the job descriptions to support the smooth running of the service.  Do you have; An ability to demonstrate the core values of the charity and the Sisters of Mercy Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (or willing to attain) Cooking experience Experience of working in a busy kitchen Knowledge of Health and Safety Working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook and good word processing skills Good communication skills (written and verbal) Excellent organisational skills Able to work as part of a team and using own initiative Ability to respond to guidance and direction Ability to work flexible hours (including weekends) Benefits and Rewards: Annual leave entitlement of 33 days (pro-rata) including bank and public holidays  Employee Assistance Programme  Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme  Health Cash Plan  Bike to Work Scheme  We are an equal opportunities employer  Please note this may close soon, if sufficient applications are received prior to that date. Read Less

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