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ARA Housing
Working with our partners The Junction and The Salvation Army, ARA provides a range of housing and support for people progressing through their journey of recovery from drug and/or alcohol addiction. We provide high-quality shared and self-contained properties at various locations in Bristol.
Interested in finding out more about our housing or want to apply for a place?
Come to one of our drop ins:
ARA, Kings Court, 10 King Street, Bristol BS1 4EF
– every Thursday from 2pm-3.30pm
BDP, 11 Brunswick Square, St Paul’s, Bristol BS2
– every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month 10am-11.30am
Or call us on 0330 1340 286
Please note, during lockdown we are still taking housing referrals. This can only be done over the phone. Please call us on the phone number above.
For more information visit our housing page here
Landlords info
Are you a landlord looking to rent at market rental value while helping some of the most vulnerable people in society? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.
You’ll receive a deposit from us, your rental income, and an ongoing comprehensive package of support for you and your tenants. We also provide cash incentives and a 24 hour on-call support service for all tenants.
Contact our ARRO Homefinder Hannah at hannahtomlinson@recovery4all.co.uk for more information.
Work With Us
When you work at Ara, you’re working for an exciting and diverse organisation that’s passionate about recovery. We’re unique because of our people and the drive they bring to making positive changes in people’s lives. Our values – Passionate, Dynamic, Enduring, Respectful, Professional, Supportive – underpin everything that we do.
We offer a range of roles across our diverse services, and each allows you to use your skills, experience, and dedication within a forward thinking and exciting charity. Help us to make a difference.
Ara has been accredited as a Living Wage Employer. The real Living Wage rates are higher because they are independently-calculated based on what people need to get by. You can find out more about the UK Living Wage here.
Current Vacancies
Ara Board Member
Contract/Hours: Upon application
Based: UK-wide
Salary: Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed
Closing Date: Ongoing
Ara Board Member
Could You, Join Ara at this Exciting Time of Development?
We are searching for dynamic individuals who can assist Ara as members of Board of Trustees in the oversight of the delivery of our ambitious new strategic plan, “Springboard for Growth”
This plan will increase our financial performance, geographical expansion and ensure we achieve our purpose of “Making life better because we believe passionately that people can change and recover”
We are looking for people from all parts of our community to join our experienced and dedicated Board of Trustees to achieve our vison of continuing to be a “vibrant organisation and by 2023 we will:- be working with 50% more beneficiaries; be financially robust with income from a diverse range of sources; increasingly collaborate with like-minded partners; be recognised nationally for excellence; be an employer of choice. As an organisation we will continue to innovate and will have expanded our services geographically.
Ara is looking for individuals from all parts of our community with the following attributes, experience, skills and connections in the following sectors:
- Higher Education
- Building Development
- Human Recourses
- Public Relations
The posts are not remunerated but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
To apply, please tell us about the connections, skills and experience you will bring to this role and enclose a C.V. Send to our Chief Executive, Graham England at grahamengland@recovery4all.co.uk
Information about Ara and the role can be downloaded here:
Interviews will be held at our head office at Kings Court, Kings Street, Bristol, BS1 4EF
For an informal discussion about these exciting opportunities please speak to our Chair Tony Collins on 07768 647400
Ara is a registered charity number 1002224.
Ara is working towards equal opportunities.
Ara Board Member (with financial background)
Contract/Hours: Upon application
Based: UK-wide
Salary: Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed
Closing Date: Ongoing
Ara Board Member
A Fast Moving, Forward Thinking Charity is looking for a New Board Member (Voluntary) with an Organisational Finance Background
Could You Join Ara at this Exciting Time of Development?
We are searching for a dynamic individual with a strong background in organisational finance (e.g. an accountant/senior position within a finance department) who can assist Ara members of the Board of Trustees in the oversight of the delivery of our ambitious new strategic plan: A Springboard for Growth
This plan will increase our financial performance, geographical expansion, and ensure we achieve our purpose of “Making life better because we believe passionately that people can change and recover”
We are looking for someone from all parts of our community to join our experienced and dedicated Board of Trustees, to achieve our vison of continuing to be a vibrant organization, and by 2023:
- be working with 50% more beneficiaries
- be financially robust with income from a diverse range of sources
- increasingly collaborate with like-minded partners
- be recognised nationally for excellence
- be an employer of choice.
As an organisation we will continue to innovate and by 2023 we will also have expanded our services geographically.
Ara is looking for an individual from all parts of our community with the following attributes, experience, skills and connections in the following sector:
- Organisational Financial
The post is not remunerated but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
To apply: please visit our website recruitment page https://www.recovery4all.co.uk/about-us/work-with-us/ for all the information you need. Tell us about the connections, skills, and experience you will bring to this role and enclose a C.V. to our Chief Executive, Graham England at grahamengland@recovery4all.co.uk
Interviews will be held at our head office at Kings Court, Kings Street, Bristol, BS1 4EF
For an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity please contact the Graham England on 07917083135
Housing Support Practitioner
Based: Bristol
Closing Date: 9am Friday 8th October 2021
Housing Support Practitioner
Housing Support Practitioner
We are looking for a Housing Support Practitioner, working within our housing team. This position is full-time (35 hours per week) but part time will be considered.
Based – Kings Court Bristol
Salary – £22,920 – £27,540 (1 Year Fixed-Term Contract initially)
We are looking for people who are passionate about tackling homelessness and promoting recovery to join our team.
The role will be to support clients at various stages of recovery from drug & alcohol addiction, in our supported accommodation across Bristol. Working to the Senior Housing Practitioners, the successful candidate will have experience of building strong relationships with people, and the desire to help the most vulnerable people in our society to get back on their feet.
Our Housing Support Practitioners are key to delivering our vision of supporting increasing number of clients in to recovery from homelessness and addiction. Some of the key tasks for this role include to:
- Support clients on a one-to-one basis in Ara housing across Bristol
- Develop housing support plans that meet the identified needs of the Service User for the complete recovery journey.
- Ensure that the estates management requirements and quality improvement plans are delivered to the highest possible standard.
- Keep abreast of current services, organisations and community resources that meet client needs (including peer mentoring).
- Take a strength-based approach to helping people to make a change.
- Work with clients to improve self-sufficiency, re-integrate in to the community, and achieve successful move-on from the service.
In return we offer:
- A competitive and benchmarked salary.
- A 35 hour working week to promote a healthy work-life balance, with flexible working.
- Up to 32 days annual leave, as well as all UK bank holidays.
- A pension scheme, comprehensive training, and a 24hr Employee Assistance Program.
- Meaningful and fulfilling work that makes a real difference to some of the most vulnerable people in our society
To apply, please email recruitment@recovery4all.co.uk with a CV and covering letter, or call us on 0330 1340 286. For more information about Ara, please visit www.recovery4all.co.uk
Closing date for applications – 9am Friday 8th October 2021
Interviews – 11th, 12th and 13th October 2021
Ara Young Persons Project - Education and Training Lead (Gambling Service)
Based: Bristol
Closing Date: 9am Friday 8th October 2021
Ara Young Persons Project Worker (Gambling Service)
Ara Young Persons Project – Education and Training Lead (Gambling Service)
We have immediate need for a Young Persons Education and Training Lead, working within our Gambling Service. This position is full-time (35 hours per week).
Based – Bristol / South West
Salary – £22,920 – £27,540
We are looking for people who are passionate about preventing gambling harms in young people to join our team.
The role is to work as part of a team promoting a greater understanding of gambling issues amongst young people. This role will educate young people how to gamble responsibly and the dangers of gambling, as well as where to get help if needed. The successful applicant will also upskill professionals to be able to educate and talk to young persons about gambling related harm.
Some of the key tasks for this role include to:
- Run gambling awareness workshops for professionals and young people from a variety of agencies to deliver gambling education based on best practice guidelines.
- Develop (with the involvement of the Service Senior), opportunities to train youth professionals in gambling awareness and raise awareness of the project amongst key agencies and stakeholders.
- Promote the Young People Gambling Service by establishing connections and relationships with relevant stakeholders and groups.
- Manage your own diary, schedule, plan and deliver sessions for Young People and Professionals in line with the contact aims.
- Maintain accurate records and provide statistical information required to assist delivery and evaluation of the Young Peoples Gambling Service.
In return we offer:
- A competitive and benchmarked salary.
- A 35 hour working week to promote a healthy work-life balance, with flexible working.
- Up to 32 days annual leave, as well as all UK bank holidays.
- A pension scheme, comprehensive training, and a 24hr Employee Assistance Program.
- Meaningful and fulfilling work that makes a real difference to some of the most vulnerable people in our society
To apply, please email recruitment@recovery4all.co.uk with a CV and covering letter, or call us on 0330 1340 286. For more information about Ara, please visit www.recovery4all.co.uk
Closing date for applications – 9am Friday 8th October 2021
Interviews – 11th, 12th and 13th October 2021
Senior Finance Officer
Based: Bristol
Closing Date: 9am Friday 15th October 2021
Senior Finance Officer
Job Title: Senior Finance Officer
Responsible To: Director of Finance
Responsible For: Finance Officer, Finance Assistant
Based: Bristol
Salary: £27,540 pro rata rising to £29,070 pro rata per year on successful completion of probation and then to £30,600 pro rata if high performing
Hours: 21 hours per week but with some flexibility for the right candidate
PURPOSE & SCOPE OF THE JOB
To manage the Ara Finance Team ensuring that it is providing an efficient and effective service.
MAIN TASKS OF THE JOB
- Supervise staff providing the following services
- Creditor payments
- Rent accounting
- Invoice raising
- Payroll
- Management accounting
- Produce the first draft of budgets
- Produce the first draft of the monthly management accounts
- Work with budget holders to identify the reasons for variances from budgets and rectify as necessary
- Taxation and Pensions
- Ensure that correct payments are made on time to HM Revenue & Customs
- Ensure that pension auto-enrolment rules are adhered to and that the correct payments are made to pension providers
- Financial accounting and controls
- Produce the first draft of the annual financial statements
- Liaise with the external auditors
- Carry out the bank reconciliation and the reconciliation of all control accounts
- Keep financial procedures documents up to date
- Rent accounting
- Produce the first draft of annual rents and service charges
- Monitor the collection of rent and service charge and make recommendations to improve processes
Other
- Participate in staff and team meetings throughout ARA as required.
- Meet regularly with line manager for supervision and support.
- Undertake training as required and agreed with line manager.
- Represent ARA in a way that is consistent with its philosophy and always work within ARA’s agreed policies and procedures.
- Respect at all times, within the operational guidelines, the confidentiality of clients.
- Observe at all times ARA’s Equal Opportunities Policy.
- Observe the organisation’s Health & Safety at Work Policy and at no time act in a way which might jeopardise the health or safety of any client, employee or visitor to ARA.
- Undertake other duties and responsibilities in keeping with the nature of this post as maybe required from time to time.
Skills, Experience and Knowledge
- Hold a recognised accounting qualification or to have made significant progress towards this
- Experience of successfully managing a small team
- Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Very strong Excel skills
- Knowledge of the charity sector
- A problem solving approach.
Personal qualities
- Friendly, approachable, helpful, patient and passionate about supporting people
- Demonstrates trust, openness, and respect in dealing with people, treating everyone with compassion and kindness, prioritising equality and diversity
- A good communicator who listens and is able to express themselves clearly
- A positive individual with a “can do” approach and attitude
- The ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure
- Flexible and adaptable to changing workloads
- Embodies the Ara values of being passionate, professional, dynamic, enduring, respectful and supportive.