Re-Run: Pak-It social enterprise, Project Manager – Preston

Our thriving packing project upskills people we work with who are living with mental health issues or other disabilities. They gain experience in a work environment and develop essential life and communication skills either as an enjoyable hobby in friendly surroundings or, to help lead to further work placements and employment.

Pak-It is a social enterprise engaging disadvantaged adults; its primary aim is to provide meaningful daytime activities within a work-like environment.
Pak-It is based in Preston city centre and has one workshop conveniently placed for all transport links.
At present, it can provide 25 places for disadvantaged adults over five working days.
It was started in 2008 with one work provider, however, as time passed the number of participants increased dramatically and so new work sources were sought.
We are traditionally sent work directly to us, along with any materials required for completion (boxes, envelopes etc.), we process the job and send it out either by courier or client collection.
Pak-It is the project title, however, over time the roles of the project have diversified so that packing is now only a part of the service offered.

Over the years Pak-It has acquired a skill set which allows us to undertake tasks, where automation would be impractical and expensive i.e. short runs and small to medium volumes. This service has proved attractive to customers with large client bases but small office facilities.
Pak-It is also involved in the distribution of health information packs, carers’ newsletters, and Public Health campaigns.
With such a diverse workforce, the team have made many practical adaptations to enable full inclusion whilst ensuring we maintain our high standard of work.
 Along with many businesses, Covid 19 hit us hard and although we were able to help directly with packing Covid test kits for the NHS, we are now left in need of securing new work sources.

JOB TITLE : Pak-It Project Manager

AREA :                                     Social Enterprises

HOURS:-                                 Full Time 37 hours (Flexible working required)

SALARY: –                               £23,000

RESPONSIBLE TO:                Operations Director

MAIN JOB PURPOSE:

The post requires creative development of the Project giving the clients the opportunity of taking part in meaningful day activities. 
The successful applicant will promote Pak-It and facilitate its further development, with the aim of offering assistance to an increased number of disadvantaged people. Pak-It needs to expand its customer base, to increase revenue but more importantly to provide the meaningful tasks so vital to the service.
It is essential that the postholder works within Integrate’s philosophy and service principles and ensures that the rights of users are fundamental to service development and delivery.
Criminal Records Disclosure and Barring Service clearance is a mandatory requirement for this post.

SPECIFICALLY:

• Overall responsibility for the development of the processing project and supervision of other project staff.
• Maintenance and development of the project site to enhance the enjoyment of all clients and visitors to the project.
• Proactively provide a safe and healthy working environment for all staff, user groups and visitors in line with Integrate’s Health and Safety Policy, and promote, actively demonstrate and ensure safe working practices.
• Ensure the project promotes equality of opportunity and shows due respect for all employees and users of the project, in accordance with Integrate’s Equal Opportunities Policy.

• Support a cooperative approach to working where Integrate clients have ownership of the project.
• Ensure clients can reach their full potential by introducing them to a variety of skills, using simple instruction techniques and formulation of practical aids to assist with task completion

• Ensure that the service design and delivery reflect the philosophy and principles of normalisation and policies of Integrate, and ensure a high-quality, individual, needs-led service to all service users.
• To offer experienced and skilled professional leadership, support, supervision, assessment and consultation to project staff, particularly in technical and vocational training.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To generate business income that aims to cover the cost of the service.
• To secure the effective and efficient maintenance of buildings, equipment and any other project resources.
• To ensure the effective and efficient planning, management and monitoring of the project resources.
• To be responsible for health and safety on the site and ensure that risk assessments and method statements are relevant and reviewed regularly
• To ensure adequate systems are in place and utilised to support staff in facilitating service users’ decision-making within the range of realistic options, including ensuring their participation and release for necessary training.
• To ensure effective communication with all stakeholders, encouraging their full participation and influence on the service.
• To supervise the day-to-day working and development of the project including supervision of project staff.
• To plan and coordinate attendance at key events throughout the year.
• Collaboration with other Integrate services and social enterprises to develop opportunities and create synergy with other departments.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

QUALIFICATION

• Care certificate (training can be provided to meet this requirement)
• Any other relevant qualifications or experience

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE

• Sales and supervisory experience.
• Ability to simplify tasks into manageable parts.
• Proven skills in working with marginalised groups.
• Skilled in the preparation of reports and be a capable communicator, both written and oral.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience in estimating work.
• The preparation of Development Plans and Business Plans.

Personal Qualities

• Self-motivated
• Enthusiastic
• Fit and capable of undertaking all aspects of the physical challenges of the post.
• Values aligned with Integrate’s main purpose
• Reliable in terms of timekeeping
• Ability to adapt to change
• Ability to work to high standards
• Ability to take direction
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to work unsupervised
• Sense of humour

For an informal discussion please telephone contact Peter Green on 01772 333800 or email: peter.g@integratepreston.org.uk
Alternatively…
You can contact Tim for a discussion/informal visit. Tim can be contacted by email: tim@integratepreston.org.uk or by phone: 01772 259700

You can also find us on:- 
 www.facebook.com/integratePC  or www.integratepreston.org.uk  

Closing Date:  18/11/2022 

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