Support Coordinator - Stockport

NFP People

  • Stockport, Greater Manchester
  • £18,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 5 days ago
Support CoordinatorWe’re looking for a curious, compassionate and committed individual with excellent communication and organisational skills to join a Stroke Recovery Service in the Stockport area. This is an exciting opportunity to work directly with stroke survivors and their families, supporting them in rebuilding their lives after stroke.Position: S11314 Stroke Support CoordinatorLocation: Home-based, Stockport, However, regular travel will be required as part of this roleSalary: Circa £18,800 per annum (FTE circa £27,400 per annum)Hours: Part-time, 24 hours per weekContract: Our services are contracted; we currently have funding for this contract until 31 March 2026. While continued funding beyond this date cannot be guaranteed, we have maintained regular contracts in this area for many years and are confident in the likelihood of securing future fundingBenefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.Closing Date: 21 September 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.Interview Date: W/c 6th October 2025Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application.The RoleThe service operates in a fast-paced, person-centred environment, where Coordinators identify and respond to the evolving needs of stroke survivors and their carers. This includes delivering structured reviews at six months post-stroke, supporting stroke survivors in their ongoing recovery and helping them achieve their personal goals.Key responsibilities will include:
  • Work as part of a team to plan and deliver engaging peer support and communication groups
  • Attend multi-disciplinary meetings with the local stroke therapy team, contributing to joined-up care
  • Recruit, train and manage volunteers to enhance service delivery (experience in volunteer management is an advantage)
  • Support stroke survivors and their carers from hospital discharge into the community, offering personalised advice and guidance
  • Provide resources for stroke survivors to make informed lifestyle changes to reduce the risk of further strokes
  • Deliver Stroke Reviews at six months post-stroke
About YouYou will have experience in:
  • Excellent IT skills and an ability to maintain accurate records
  • An affinity with the values of the Stroke Association
  • A flexible approach and an ability to effectively manage a caseload
  • A proven record of working with a person-centred approach
This role requires extensive travel across the Stockport area to visit people at home and in community settings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the roleTo fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK.When you click to apply, you will be able to see the full responsibilities and person specification for further information on the role.Please submit your CV, (including details of your current address), and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience.Finding strength through supportThe organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke.They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life.It’s only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support.The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they’re determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity.The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work.A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. The charity has a variety of staff network groups and are committed to continuously improving diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we’re happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you’re able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs.You may also have experience in areas such as Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service.PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.#INDNFP

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