PSS UK

When you work at PSS, you’ll be someone who truly lives our values of being: Big hearted  Open minded  Genuine  Professional  Determined Our values are what connect us all and show us we’ve got the right people in the right roles. Just look at our incredible support workers, who recently supported people in our Making Days service to create their very own pantomime. Not only that, but they threw themselves into the fun and took on some roles too. Being an actor might not be in the job description, but they got stuck in nonetheless! A huge well done to everyone involved in the performance yesterday. It was funny, festive, and most importantly – FUN! We absolutely loved the show and especially enjoyed seeing how much joy it brought to everyone, teammates included! 

There's a reason we've been around since 1919.   In fact, there's a few reasons any non-profit will stand the test of time. We know that, more than anything, it's our people and the passion, commitment and skills they bring with them - and that's not easy to find.   In this month's guest blog, Lisa Maynard-Atem goes behind the scenes to talk about what else goes on to keep us going beyond our good people: - good finance - good governance - good technology (used in the right way)   In today's world, it's harder than ever to be a non-profit but we plan on sticking around for many more years to come.   If you'd like to know more about our services or join our big hearted team of people check the link in the comments   #CharityLife #CharityGovernance #NonProfit #PublicServices THE BLACK UNITED REPRESENTATION NETWORK

Attending a PSS UK Finance and Performance meeting recently reminded me of just how much work goes into running a non-profit organisation. It’s something many of us don’t often think about—we make a donation, volunteer some time, or give our old clothes to charity, believing that’s all that’s needed. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Behind the scenes, organisations like PSS are powered by a robust infrastructure that includes financial management, governance, compliance, human resources, and technological systems. These are not “nice-to-haves” but absolute essentials that keep the organisation running and its vital services reaching the people who need them most. I was struck by the parallels between non-profits and for-profit organisations—the strategic planning, resource allocation, and operational oversight are just as complex, if not more so. And when you add the responsibility of remaining transparent and mission-focused, it becomes clear that non-profits operate in an environment that requires immense dedication, skill, and innovation. This reflection inspired me to write my latest article, where I delve deeper into the unseen complexities of non-profits and why we should all recognise the incredible effort it takes to sustain them. It’s a reminder to look beyond the surface, appreciate the structures behind the services, and advocate for the continued support these organisations need to thrive. Let’s start a conversation: What are your thoughts on the operational side of non-profits? Have you ever stopped to consider what it takes to keep them running? Share your insights in the comments below. #NonProfitLeadership #PSSPeople #SocialImpact #BehindTheScenes #CharityWork #SocialJustice #LeadershipMatters #FinanceAndPerformance #ThoughtLeadership #Sustainability #CommunityImpact #EDI #WeAreBURN Mandy Howe Sharon Edwards Harriet Michael-Phillips Lesley Dixon Colin Bell Marilyn Comrie THE BLACK UNITED REPRESENTATION NETWORK Rich Bramwell Julie Humphreys Jill Sheldrake MBE Helen Shaw Kim Heyes

Jacqui has been Sue’s Shared Lives carer for 15 years. In that time they've built up an incredible bond and Sue has overcome lots of challenges with Jacqui's support. This time last year, Julienne Elizabeth Meyer CBE, Chair of the Older People's Housing Taskforce, visited Jacqui and Sue's home to see how Shared Lives works in real life. She wanted to learn if it could help more older people live happy, independent, and hopeful lives. Spoiler alert: it absolutely can. Fast forward to now, and Shared Lives has been celebrated in the Older People's Housing Taskforce Report, Our Future Home: Housing that Promotes Wellbeing and Community for an Ageing Population. Jacqui and Sue’s story is featured in the report as a brilliant example of community-led care that really works. In the report it reads: Over the years, [Sue’s] life has seen remarkable improvement. Despite occasional bouts of low mood and ongoing health challenges, with the support of the Shared Lives carer and her family, [she] is able to manage these times well. Embracing her journey she finds solace and assistance from her Shared Lives carer. [Sue] has a great sense of humour and is continuing to live happily with the same family in her later life. ‘ Check the link in our comments to find out what the report had to say about Shared Lives, and other community-led forms of social care like it. (Pictured L-R: Former chief exec, Lesley Dixon, Julienne Meyer CBE, Sue (foreground), service manager Bob Bell and Jacqui Gibson) #Housing #SocialCare #SharedLives #CommunityCare #OlderPeople #Pensioners #LivingIndependently

We’re #hiring for an awesome quality co-ordinator and customer service advisor in our front of house and quality team in #Liverpool. Our quality teammates are responsible for making sure that the people we support feel heard, accepted, are treated as individuals and most importantly, that they have a voice. It’s about championing quality in everything we do and making sure everyone we work with gets the support that's right for them. Our customer service team equally have a really important job to do, and that’s to make sure everyone who comes into contact with PSS gets the support and information they need – and that everyone’s made to feel really welcome. If you feel like you’d like to have a foot in both worlds then we’ve got the role for you! Link in the comments to apply. This role will close at 9am on 12th December 2024. #LiverpoolJobs #Hiring #SocialCare #Support #AdultSupport #Charity #SupportingPeople #QualityJobs #CustomerCareJobs #Jobs

Are you looking for a career that’s all about making real connections? Shared Lives could be just what you’re looking for. Wendy was a counsellor before she became a Shared Lives carer. Now, she gets to take that connection even further – becoming part of the daily lives of the people she supports. It’s about building relationships that feel like family and creating moments that matter every day. As a Shared Lives carer, you’ll support adults who need a helping hand under your own roof. It'll be in a way that’s personal, flexible, and truly rewarding. It’s more than just a job – it’s about building strong, meaningful relationships that change lives - even yours. 🔗 Check the link in our comments to find out more. #SharedLives #CareerChange #RewardingWork #WorkFromHome #ChangeLives #SupportNeeds #MeaningfulConnections #SocialCare #Carers #SocialWorkers #Family

Being a Shared Lives carer is all about helping someone to live their best life. Our carers tell us all the time about the transformations they've seen in the people they support. It's the number one reason they love what they do. Here's some more reasons we think you'll love being a Shared Lives carer: 🟢 We make sure you have a say in who you're matched with. 🟢 It's super flexible - how your days look are up to you and the person you support. 🟢 You might be self-employed but you're never alone - you'll be welcomed into a supportive network of Shared Lives carers in your area. 🟢 You could earn up to £2,140 per month Interested in a job that pays to make a difference? Check the link in our comments to find out more. #SharedLives #Carer #CareWork #SocialCare #SocialWorkers #UnpaidCarers #Family #FlexibleWork #MakeADifference #JobSatisfaction

This week is Grief Awareness Week, and our Making Days team recently came together to support the people in their service for their annual Remember Me Day—a special day to talk about and remember loved ones who have died, in a safe and supportive space. It was also an opportunity to open up conversations about death and dying, something people with additional needs are often excluded from. During the session, everyone was supported to create their own personal books to think about their funeral wishes—things like, choosing flowers, music or whether they’d prefer to be buried or cremated. Some people had clear ideas, while others were just starting to explore their thoughts. We hope that by having these books it makes it easier to spark conversations at home between families, parents and carers about wishes and planning. Here’s an extract of a conversation we had with Jackie, about how she feels about planning a funeral for herself or family members. Conversations like these don’t have to be negative, it’s about giving people the safe space they need to talk about life’s most important and sometimes difficult topics. We’re really proud of the work our teammates across the organisation are doing to support the people in our services to have more choice in their life, from the little things to the really big things – it's all really important work. #MakingDays #RememberMeDay #TalkingAboutDeath #SafeSpaces #Support #AdultSupport #PSS #Grief

Here's your chance to join one of the longest running charities in Liverpool with the biggest heart to boot. If customer service is your thing, our quality co-ordinator role could be for you. Why you'll love working here: 🟢 Hybrid working 🟢 A friendly and welcoming bunch to work with 🟢 Being part of a change making charity in your community It’s not all about what you’ve done before, it’s more about who you are and what you can bring to the table. First and foremost, we need someone who lives all our values of being big-hearted, genuine, determined, professional and open-minded. Head over to our jobs page to find out more - link in comments #Hiring #JobsInLiverpool #LiverpoolJob #JobVacancy

Shared Lives saves the public purse thousands every year and that's not even the best bit about it. Here's some other numbers we think you'll like: ⭐️ 94% of PSS Shared Lives carers would recommend being a Shared Lives carer to friends and family  ⭐️ 86% of PSS Shared Lives carers tell us they get a sense of satisfaction from what they do every single day. ⭐️ The people we support give their quality of a care an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 Interested in learning more about a job that actually makes a difference? Give us a little follow or check the link in the comments. #SocialCare #CareWork #Carer #MakeADifference