Job Title: Handyperson

Salary: £26,772 - £32,975 (pro rota)

Location: Birmingham

Hours: 25 hours per week, Days to be agreed

Benefits of Working at Dudley Lodge:

• Enhanced holiday – 22 days plus bank holidays, after 5 years service 27 days plus bank holidays, after 10 years service 32 days plus bank holidays (pro rota)
• Training opportunities
• Pension
• Cylcle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Help at Hand Benefit
• Life Assurance
• Long Service Awards  
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Flu Vaccinations  

Purpose of Job:

• The primary tasks of this position is to maintain a clean and safe working/living environments for service users, staff and visitors, whilst promoting and monitoring health & safety standards, policies and procedures.
• To prepare units of accommodation for families
• To adhere to cleaning, health & safety, and risk assessment routines.
• To maintain stock and inventories.
• To maintain gardens & grounds.
• To project a professional image at all times whilst working in line with the company’s set of values and standards. 

For more details regarding duties and responsibilities please see:

Handyperson Job Description & Person Specification

To Apply:

If you wish to apply for this position, please download the Application Form here

Please note CV's will not be accepted. Completed applications should be sent to: Recruitment@dudleylodge.co.uk

Close date: Thursday 7th May 2026

Unfortunately we do not respond to unsuccessful applicants that have not been shortlisted following their application form.

*Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK. We do not offer sponsorship for this position*

Job Title: Family Support Worker

Salary: £23,185 - £28,987 per annum (Scale point 5–20)  (based on full time hours, pro rata for part time hours)

Location: Birmingham

Hours: We have a variety of hours available:

• 37.5 hours per week
• 30 hours per week
• 22.5 hours per week
• 15 hours per week

Shifts are on a 4 week rolling rota which includes a mixture of working: 7:30am - 3:00pm & 2:30pm - 10:00pm. Your rota will involve working a combination of both of these shifts, including weekends

Benefits of Working at Dudley Lodge:

• Should you work a night shift you will be paid an additional £11.03 allowance for each night worked.
• Shift patterns that make your commute calmer and quicker.
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Staff wellbeing events throughout the year
• Team building days
• Employee Assistance Programme - this is a scheme run by Dudley Lodge for its employees. It enables staff to gain access to qualified advisors for a wide range of services day or night.
• Cash plan - After 1 year’s continuous employment, you can opt for free cover under this Cash Plan policy.
• A pension scheme with Standard Life, Dudley Lodge contributes 5% towards your pension, also matching additional employee contributions up to 7.5%. The company will increase its contribution to 10% after an employee has reached their 10 years’ service, on condition employees contribute the same.
• Life Assurance - Group Life Assurance Policy with Unun Life. The scheme provides a tax-free benefit to all permanent employees, paying a lump sum amount of 2 x salary in the event of death in service.
• Free tea, coffee, water and fruit for all staff
• Enhanced holidays:
  • 22 days plus 8 bank holidays - up to 5 years continuous employment
  • 27 days plus 8 bank holidays - up to 10 years continuous employment
  • 32 days plus 8 bank holidays - over 10 years continuous employment
• Flu Vaccine: For Staff that do not qualify for the flu vaccine through the NHS
• Bike (Cycle) Scheme: Staff can purchase a bike (max, £1000 or 50% of monthly contractual salary). The employee cycle loan request form should be completed for validation.
• Long Service Awards: We value our staff and to show recognition we offer long service awards.

Purpose of Job:

• To work with families on a day-to-day basis, observing and recording the parents’ abilities to meet the immediate safety and care needs of their children. This will be completed through daily observations.
• To ensure parents/carers prioritise the safety and welfare needs of their children
• To create a supportive learning/re-learning environment for parents and children
• To provide childcare for children whilst their parents/carers attend Groups and Individual Sessions
• To provide group and individual sessions with the families which is specific to their individual needs
• To provide playroom groups such as Baby Massage, Baby Sensory, Messy Play, and Musical Babies (training will be provided)

For more details regarding duties and responsibilities please see:

Residential Family Support Worker Job Description & Person Specification

To Apply:

To apply for this position please send your CV to: recruitment@dudleylodge.co.uk​ you should also stipulate within your email the hours you are applying for. 

Close date: Until sufficient applications are received.

Unfortunately we do not respond to unsuccessful applicants that have not been shortlisted following their application form.

*Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK. We do not offer sponsorship for this position*

Job Title: HR Assistant

Salary: £26,376 - £28,415 per annum

Location: Coventry

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Benefits of Working at Dudley Lodge:

• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Staff wellbeing events throughout the year
• Team building days
• Employee Assistance Programme - this is a scheme run by Dudley Lodge for its employees. It enables staff to gain access to qualified advisors for a wide range of services day or night.
• Cash plan - After 1 year’s continuous employment, you can opt for free cover under this Cash Plan policy.
• A pension scheme with Standard Life, Dudley Lodge contributes 5% towards your pension, also matching additional employee contributions up to 7.5%. The company will increase its contribution to 10% after an employee has reached their 10 years’ service, on condition employees contribute the same.
• Life Assurance - Group Life Assurance Policy with Unun Life. The scheme provides a tax-free benefit to all permanent employees, paying a lump sum amount of 2 x salary in the event of death in service.
• Free tea, coffee, water and fruit for all staff
• Enhanced holidays:
  • 22 days plus 8 bank holidays - up to 5 years continuous employment
  • 27 days plus 8 bank holidays - up to 10 years continuous employment
  • 32 days plus 8 bank holidays - over 10 years continuous employment
• Flu Vaccine: For Staff that do not qualify for the flu vaccine through the NHS
• Bike (Cycle) Scheme

Purpose of Job:

The post holder will provide extensive, end‑to‑end recruitment support, from initial application through to interview, appointment, and induction. This includes supporting recruitment campaigns, coordinating interviews, attending recruitment events where required, and ensuring all safer recruitment documentation is completed in line with organisational policy, Ofsted requirements, and regulatory standards.

In addition, the role will provide a wide range of high‑quality administrative and office support to the Centres, there may be times when your role will require reception duties to support with office cover.

The primary focus of this job is to provide high quality administrative assistance within the HR Team. There will be an emphasis on personnel record management and recruitment. 

We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with a can-do attitude, who can work accurately under pressure and prioritise high volumes of work.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

To support the HR Team, you will:

• Provide high‑volume recruitment administration support, ensuring a positive and professional candidate experience throughout
• Support recruitment activity from application stage through to appointment, including advertising vacancies, coordinating shortlisting processes, and tracking candidate progress
• Draft, update, and maintain job descriptions and adverts in line with safer recruitment guidance and Ofsted regulations
• Coordinate and support first‑ and second‑stage interviews, including preparing interview packs, schedules, and documentation
• Support managers with recruitment logistics and, where required, attend interviews or recruitment events to provide administrative and practical support
• Maintain accurate recruitment trackers and spreadsheets to evidence progress, compliance, and decision‑making
• Create and issue offer letters and contracts for new starters, and manage contractual changes for existing staff
• Ensure all new starter documentation is completed fully and accurately prior to start dates
• Chase and process safer recruitment checks in line with policy, including references, employment history gaps, medical fitness, qualifications, and DBS applications and renewals
• Participate in safer recruitment meetings and contribute to ongoing improvements in recruitment processes
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date personnel files and probation records
• Collate and maintain diversity and equality monitoring information
• Ensure compliance with GDPR, including secure storage of documents and appropriate processing of leaver records
• Minute meetings as required
• Support staff welfare administration, including communicating staff benefits
• Update sickness records and support managers with Return‑to‑Work processes
• Respond to HR‑related email enquiries appropriately and professionally
• Communicate effectively with senior leaders, managers, staff, service users, and external professionals
• When required support the office with cover to answer calls ensuring they are directed to the most suitable person in a professional manner. And answer the door, complying with safeguarding procedures, directing visitors to where they should be
• Undertake other HR administrative duties as required

For more details regarding duties and responsibilities please see:

HR Assistant Job Description & Person Specification

To Apply:

If you wish to apply for this position, please download the Application Form here

Please note CV's will not be accepted. Completed applications should be sent to: Recruitment@dudleylodge.co.uk

Close date: 29th April 2026

Unfortunately we do not respond to unsuccessful applicants that have not been shortlisted following their application form.

*Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK. We do not offer sponsorship for this position*

Job Title: Senior Practitioner (Team/Case Manager)

Salary: £43,110 - £53,898 per annum

Location: Coventry

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Benefits of Working at Dudley Lodge:

• Private medical insurance provided through Bupa after 1 years service
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Staff wellbeing events throughout the year
• Team building days
• Employee Assistance Programme - this is a scheme run by Dudley Lodge for its employees. It enables staff to gain access to qualified advisors for a wide range of services day or night.
• Cash plan - After 1 year’s continuous employment, you can opt for free cover under this Cash Plan policy.
• A pension scheme with Standard Life, Dudley Lodge contributes 5% towards your pension, also matching additional employee contributions up to 7.5%. The company will increase its contribution to 10% after an employee has reached their 10 years’ service, on condition employees contribute the same.
• Life Assurance - Group Life Assurance Policy with Unun Life.  Life. The scheme provides a tax-free benefit to all permanent employees, paying a lump sum amount of 2 x salary in the event of death in service.
• Free tea, coffee, water and fruit for all staff
• Enhanced holidays:
  • 27 days plus 8 bank holidays - up to 5 years continuous employment
  • 32 days plus 8 bank holidays - over 5 years continuous employment
• Flu Vaccine: For Staff that do not qualify for the flu vaccine through the NHS
• Bike (Cycle) Scheme: Staff can purchase a bike (max, £1000 or 50% of monthly contractual salary). The employee cycle loan request form should be completed for validation.
• Long Service Awards: We value our staff and to show recognition we offer long service awards.

Purpose of Job:

To be part of the Senior Management Team which is responsible for undertaking comprehensive assessments with vulnerable children and their families in a residential setting, applying the Framework for the Assessment of Children in Need and their Families (2000) and adhering to Working Together to Safeguard Children (2023).

Further, to supervise and oversee a team of Family Assessment Workers, providing on hand support and advise as well as supervisor oversight, review of performance and to provide a high quality and dependable standard of service which meet our organisations values and standards.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Effectiveness Areas:

1. Senior Management Team Membership
2. Family Assessment
3. Staff Management

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Senior Management Team Membership

Main Responsibilities:

• To assist and support the Centre Managers and Executive Team members in the management of the Centres and the staff,
• To develop in conjunction with the Centre Managers and Executive Team, a safe, structured, learning environment which is based on the values and standards of behaviour of Dudley Lodge as set out in the Dudley Lodge Way,
• To look for opportunities to improve existing practices. To establish and maintain appropriate liaisons with other professionals.
• To represent Dudley Lodge at community/professional functions and to promote its services

2. Family Assessment

Main Responsibilities:

• To ensure that the child's immediate welfare is afforded paramount consideration,
• To conduct assessments which fall within the ‘Working Together documents’ protocol,
• In conjunction with the Centre Managers and members of the Executive Team, develop existing policies and procedures, service provision and resources,
• To case manage up to three families at any one time and provide cover for any absent Case Manager.

To be responsible for undertaking comprehensive assessments taking a leading role in: -

• Constructing an ‘initial’ baseline (2-4 weeks) assessment
• Undertaking comprehensive parenting/risk assessments that inform other professionals and the court, long term recommendations in relation to the welfare and safety of a child
• Devising, implementing, supervising and evaluating work programmes incorporating direct interventions which will inform your final recommendations
• Completion of reports and finalising the assessment process making decisive recommendations

To work with parents/carers, social workers and relevant others on Pre-placement plans, work programmes and interventions which address identified needs. These would include:

• Teaching parenting skills and practices
• Assessing child and family interaction and parental ability
• Construction and testing of hypotheses regarding family functioning and needs
• Providing structured feedback to parents/carers
• To monitor and evaluate the effects of any such intervention on a child's emotional and physical wellbeing.

With others, to represent the organisation at Court, providing written and verbal evidence as required.

To understand and implement Birmingham and Coventry's Child Protection and Adult Protection policies and procedures as appropriate

In relation to residential placements – to manage the relevant arrangements for accommodation of families prior to admission to the Centre, including health and safety aspects, equipment, staffing and other resources as appropriate

To meet deadlines for submission of written reports and prioritise workloads effectively within established timeframes.

3. Staff Management

Main Responsibilities:

To manage a staff team (numbers to be agreed dependent upon experience), effectively and efficiently. This will include: -

• Responsibility for the quality and standards of service provision,
• Developing and managing a Performance Management process for the staff team,
• To provide ‘on-call’ advice, guidance and support for staff members, on a rota basis in conjunction with other Case Managers,
• To provide training/mentoring/supervision to develop and sustain standards of performance and service,
• To work on own initiative and judgment whilst actively engaging as a team member with co-workers.

   

For more details regarding duties and responsibilities please see:

Senior Practitioner (Team/Case Manager) Job Description & Person Specification

To Apply:

If you wish to apply for this position, please send your CV to: recruitment@dudleylodge.co.uk​ 

Close date: 20th May 2026

Successful applicants will be invited in to attend an Interview, interviews will be held week commencing 4th May.

Unfortunately we do not respond to unsuccessful applicants that have not been shortlisted following their application.

Job Title: Waking Night Family Support Worker

Salary: £12.62 - £15.09 per hour plus an additional £11.03 allowance for each night worked.

Location: Coventry

Hours: 9:30pm – 7:30am (10 hours each night). Various contracts available of 20 - 30 hours

Benefits of Working at Dudley Lodge:

• Should you work a night shift you will be paid an additional £11.03 allowance for each night worked.
• Shift patterns that make your commute calmer and quicker.
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Staff wellbeing events throughout the year
• Team building days
• Employee Assistance Programme - this is a scheme run by Dudley Lodge for its employees. It enables staff to gain access to qualified advisors for a wide range of services day or night.
• Cash plan - After 1 year’s continuous employment, you can opt for free cover under this Cash Plan policy.
• A pension scheme with Standard Life, Dudley Lodge contributes 5% towards your pension, also matching additional employee contributions up to 7.5%. The company will increase its contribution to 10% after an employee has reached their 10 years’ service, on condition employees contribute the same.
• Life Assurance - Group Life Assurance Policy with Unun Life. The scheme provides a tax-free benefit to all permanent employees, paying a lump sum amount of 2 x salary in the event of death in service.
• Free tea, coffee, water and fruit for all staff
• Enhanced holidays:
  • 22 days plus 8 bank holidays - up to 5 years continuous employment
  • 27 days plus 8 bank holidays - up to 10 years continuous employment
  • 32 days plus 8 bank holidays - over 10 years continuous employment
• Flu Vaccine: For Staff that do not qualify for the flu vaccine through the NHS
• Bike (Cycle) Scheme: Staff can purchase a bike (max, £1000 or 50% of monthly contractual salary). The employee cycle loan request form should be completed for validation.
• Long Service Awards: We value our staff and to show recognition we offer long service awards.

Purpose of Job:

• To work with families on a day-to-day basis, observing and recording the parents’ abilities to meet the immediate safety and care needs of their children. This will be completed through daily observations.
• To ensure parents/carers prioritise the safety and welfare needs of their children
• To create a supportive learning/re-learning environment for parents and children
• To provide childcare for children whilst their parents/carers attend Groups and Individual Sessions
• To ensure the safety of children and families during the night
• Follow procedures in place to ensure building is secure at night

JOB DESCRIPTION

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. To ensure the safety and welfare of children remains central to the assessment/intervention process.
2. To take an active part in the assessment process regarding children and families - to observe, supervise, record and assess family interaction, child behaviour, parental motivation and parental ability to meet the needs of the child(ren).
3. To provide a service that values and respects the strengths, experiences and background of the families.
4. To ensure that children and families are safe during the night. This involves following procedures in place, as well as completing dynamic risk assessments which respond to situations which may arise.
5. To carry out regular patrols of the building (at least hourly) and provide supervision of families during the night as the situation dictates.
6. As a night member of staff, you will need to work collaboratively with your colleagues on nights to ensure that you plan for the shift ahead and support one another with the competing demands of the Centre.
7. To take an active part within team meetings in reviewing and developing the practices and provision within, and resources available to, the centre.
8. To use common sense and sensitivity in challenging and teaching parenting practices.
9. To provide structured feedback to parents during and at the end of each shift.
10. To plan and prioritise workload effectively within established timeframes and ensure that all written recordings meet required deadlines.
11. To assist with childcare duties as required.
12. To liaise with managers, and source other agencies/resources as appropriate.
13. To work as part of a team to provide a culturally sensitive service for children and their families.
14. To promote and maintain equal opportunities and anti-oppressive practice within the work environment.
15. To observe and implement Child Protection Procedures and the Centre’s policies and procedures.
16. To participate fully in training and supervision, identifying training courses relevant to role and personal development.
17. To be aware of health and safety responsibilities at work.
18. If you have observed a specific incident, to provide evidence in court, if required. 
19. To undertake other duties as identified by the Centre & Deputy Managers, Team Case Managers or Quality Audit Manager. 

For more details regarding duties and responsibilities please see:

Waking Night Family Support Worker Job Description & Person Specification

To Apply:

If you wish to apply for this position, please download the Application Form here

Please note CV's will not be accepted. Completed applications should be sent to: Recruitment@dudleylodge.co.uk

Close date: Until sufficient applications are received.

Unfortunately we do not respond to unsuccessful applicants that have not been shortlisted following their application form.

*Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK. We do not offer sponsorship for this position*

Job Title: Bank Family Support Worker

Salary: £11.89 - £14.87 per hour

Location: Coventry or Birmingham

Hours: Zero hours contract – on a 'as and when' basis. Bank workers can request to work shifts when they become available. Shifts could include 9:00am – 3:00pm, 6:00pm – 10:00pm, 7:30am – 3:00pm,  2:30pm – 10:00pm or 9:30pm – 7:30am.

Benefits of Working at Dudley Lodge:

• Should you work a night shift you will be paid an additional £11.03 allowance for each night worked.
• Shift patterns that make your commute calmer and quicker.

• Continuous training and professional development opportunities

• Staff wellbeing events throughout the year
• Team building days
• Employee Assistance Programme - this is a scheme run by Dudley Lodge for its employees. It enables staff to gain access to qualified advisors for a wide range of services day or night.
• A pension scheme with Standard Life, Dudley Lodge contributes 5% towards your pension, also matching additional employee contributions up to 7.5%. The company will increase its contribution to 10% after an employee has reached their 10 years’ service, on condition employees contribute the same.
• Free tea, coffee, water and fruit for all staff
• Flu Vaccine: For Staff that do not qualify for the flu vaccine through the NHS
• Bike (Cycle) Scheme: Staff can purchase a bike (max, £1000 or 50% of monthly contractual salary). The employee cycle loan request form should be completed for validation.

Purpose of Job:

• To work with families on a day-to-day basis, observing and recording the parents’ abilities to meet the immediate safety and care needs of their children. This will be completed through daily observations.
• To ensure parents/carers prioritise the safety and welfare needs of their children
• To create a supportive learning/re-learning environment for parents and children
• To provide childcare for children whilst their parents/carers attend Groups and Individual Sessions
• To ensure the safety of children and families during the night
• Follow procedures in place to ensure building is secure at night

For more details regarding duties and responsibilities please see:

Bank Family Support Worker Job Description & Person Specification

To Apply:

To apply for this position please send your CV to: recruitment@dudleylodge.co.uk​.

Close date: Until sufficient applications are received.

Unfortunately we do not respond to unsuccessful applicants that have not been shortlisted following their application form.

*Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK. We do not offer sponsorship for this position*