Community Links Derby

We are sad to have to post this but, our lovely minibus that we rely on to bring our customers in and take them out on trips, swimming and visits, was stolen last night!!!

We would really appreciate it if you could please keep your eyes peeled and share this post as far and wide as possible. We have reported it to the police but are at a bit of a loss as what else we can do.

This has quite a big impact for us and our customers and really hope it is found/ returned ASAP.

Here is a photo of it, reg AF62 KWL. There is a blue, disabled badge on the rear of the vehicle. It has a bump on the rear passenger side, sliding door and inside, there is an internal screen separating the front passenger and driver. The front passenger seat is also just a single seat, there are normally two.

If you have any information, please do send a message directly or email Al Ditheridge [email protected]

Thanks a million.

Today, our colleagues, Anne and Marie, are attending the Umbrella Derby & Derbyshire SEN Provider Market Place. If you are popping down, please head over to our stand and say hello, there might even be a lollypop in it for you 😁

Good afternoon,

We are re-posting as the previous link was broken, here is the updated version.

We are happy to put out another opportunity to join our amazing team.
We a looking to recruit a female Support Worker specifically to work with a young lady in our Outreach Team.
If you are interested, please follow the link to our Indeed Job ad and apply if you think you fit the bill.

Support Worker - Derby - Indeed.com Community Links Support Limited

Our customers have been very busy this last week, planting Giant Sunflower seeds. We are going to have a competition to see who's grows the tallest. Some have even germinated already!!!

HI,

We are currently looking to appoint a FT Support Worker to join our team in Spondon. Ideally you will have experience of working with Adults with Learning Disabilities and Challenging Behaviour or transferable experiences.
If you think you might be interested the please email Al on [email protected] for further information

Thanks

This morning, a small group headed out to Elvaston Castle in our mini bus. They had a good stroll around the gardens and buildings, then decided to stay for a picnic lunch.

As we are now based in Spondon, the group walked back, using the lovely old canal path that leads from Spondon to Borrowash, which provided cool shade as well as a quiet and safe route back to base.

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This morning we used the Derbyshire Community Transport Spondon Village Bus Service, with some of our customers, to help us access some of the village facilities.

The bus driver, Charlie, was extremely helpful and friendly and made the experience extra special.

We went on to visit one of our favourite café's in the village, Cafe Aroma Then on to a charity shop to pick up some CD's, before returning on the bus, back to our centre on Nottingham Road.

10 years ago, Martin and Paul, the Directors of Community Links, opened it's first, centre at the Spot, in Derby. So, it is with some sadness that we close the doors today at the Town Base. However, it is with huge excitement that we look forward to a new move on Tuesday, 27th June.

WE ARE MOVING!!

Community Links are moving to Spondon, and reopening our doors on Tuesday, 27th June. We are moving into the Old Exchange building, formally the Barnardos Famiy Placement Service, on Nottingham Road.

It has been an extremely busy time over the last six weeks, getting some quite major works done to get the building up to our high standards. A lot of blood, sweat and tears have been shed but, it's been oh so worth it. Our very own, bespoke, centre.

We have been on the search for a new venue for a couple of years and were very lucky to have had this opportunity offered to us. We are really looking forward to engaging with the community of Spondon. Our customers are going to have so many great opportunities to use all the great facilities, open spaces and experiences that Spondon has to offer. Infact, we have already joined the gym at Mantis Martial Arts, who have welcomed us with open arms. We also have a small plot at Craddock Avenue Allotment, which we are so excited about spending a lot more time at.

Please bear with us during out transition as we may not be as speedy, answering the phone or messages at the moment. Leave or, send a message an we will get back to you as soon as we can.

We will be posting some pictures very soon of our new centre, we are very proud of it. Our staff team have been amazing helping getting things moved, cleaned and built, while still making sure our customers have the best day with minimal disruption.

There's still much to do before we welcome our customers back next Tuesday but, we know, it's all going to be hugely worth it.

Hi 👋
Great news! We are looking to recruit a number of people to fill our Support Worker vacancies for both day services and supported living in Derby.
What do you need? We’re looking for candidates who have a desire to help and encourage others. In return, we’ll provide a competitive salary, lots of training, pay while taking our customers out on activities, and so much more.
0-hour, part-time and full-time jobs are available. Full details can be found on our website here – clderby.org
The deadline for all roles is 10 March at 10pm.
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Oh! Before we forget, can you please share this post with your contacts? We’d really value having your help with getting the word out.
Many thanks,
Your friends at Community Links 😊

It's been a busy January at Community Links!

Well that’s it, the end of an era!……. Today I have retired (Early 😁!) from the most rewarding job anyone could have. It has been an absolute honour and a privilege to support our adults and children. Huge thank you to parents, carers and colleagues for your kind words and gifts 👋🏻💝👋🏻.

🍂Autumn stroll at Sherwood Forest 🍂

Another busy few weeks gone by with lots of fun and adventures on the way 😊

Paying our respects and listening to the midday church bells as they toll for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth 👑 😞 🇬🇧

From allotment to table 😁 With the fruits of our labour we made our first meal 😋 Courgette Koftas with a ginger, garlic and tomato sauce, served with warm crusty bread. It was absolutely delicious 🤤