Total 307 customer service job vacancies in stoke on trent st1 4fa

Customer Service Advisor

Stockton-on-Tees

£134.20 per day

6 month temporary contract

How would you like to work within a department that effects people's lives every single day?

Are you an empathetic individual who is confident speaking with vulnerable customers who have recently suffered a bereavement?

Our client, an internationally recognised retail and commercial bank, are offering you the opportunity to join one of their most crucial teams, where you will support customers in their time of need. So if you have extensive customer service experience, we would love to hear from you.

So, where will you be working?

You will be working within The Bereavement and Power of Attorney Contact Centre which provides a bespoke telephony service for callers notifying the Bank of the death of their customer and facilitates the registration of Power of Attorney to support some of their most vulnerable customers. Our client will provide you with comprehensive on-site training to ensure that you feel confident to take ownership and provide a personal service to their callers at a time when its needed the most.

The difference you will make:

• Helping callers each day by answering queries from customers, customer representatives, solicitors, and colleagues across our Branch network and 3rd parties.
• Assisting customers representatives who wish to notify the bank of the death of our customer.
• Helping to keep our customers and the bank safe.
• Solving problems and escalating issues when necessary
• Updating customer records

What we need you to have:

• Experience in working in a contact centre environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and customer service skills
• Extensive computer and numeracy skills

What would be nice for you to have:

• Resilience and problem-solving skills
• A structured approach to work and well organised
• Excellent attention to detail to ensure quality standards are maintained.
• Flexible, approachable, and work well under pressure.

Working Pattern:

• Shifts will be scheduled between 08:00-18:00 Monday-Friday & 09:00-14:00 Saturday (lieu days will be given when working Saturdays).
• This role is based in Teesside, and you will be working on a Hybrid basis

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.

Senior Analyst - Customer Insights
Locations: Leicester, London or Bexhill-on-Sea (hybrid - one day a week in the office)


Welcome to Hastings Direct - From our Group HR Director Pam Angel


We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. We've made huge investments in our data and tech capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture. We're proud of the journey we're on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues.


We provide insurance for over three million customers, but we know there's even bigger opportunity out there. The fact you're now reading this job advert means we've tempted you to find out more about #lifeatHD - we really hope you like what you see, and you'll join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead.


We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you are excited about joining us and think you have some of what we are looking for, even if you're not 100% sure we would love to hear from you.



Job Details

• Responsible for the accuracy of ETL (extract, transform and load) processes for Customer Insight data ingestion, transformation, cleaning and modelling, ensuring alignment with analytics functions across the wider business
• Responsible for setting and maintaining process for data quality and integrity, through various testing, monitoring and validation techniques
• Working with big data on our data and analytical platforms, developing complex SQL queries integrating customer data with operational and commercial datasets.
• Generating Insight that identifies improvement opportunities in-line with business goals through root cause analysis
• Building data products and tools that enable business teams and analytical functions to drive value, ensuring products are accessible, well documented and easy to use
• Responsible for engagement between data consumers and data engineering teams, interpreting requirements and helping shape the business' data strategy

Skills we would love you to have

• Extensive experience of working as an analyst in a corporate environment
• Proven background in owning and delivering analytical projects, structuring analysis and deliverables to ensure stakeholder requirements are met - displaying great verbal and written communication with the ability to tell a story using the data
• Strong skills in the use of MS Office applications (Excel and PowerPoint), programming languages (SQL, R, Python, Embles, SAS) and Visualisation Tools (Power BI)
  

What we offer


Join us and you'll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company, and community. As one of our colleagues, you'll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we'll give you all the support, training and development you need. Not to mention plenty of recognition and rewards, and the scope to voice your ideas and put them into practice.

Regrettably, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.



Reward


Salary - Attractive salary based on experience (pay reviews also completed each year)


Flexible Working - We champion a flexible and hybrid working approach so please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail, including days in the office and at home.


Competitive Bonus Scheme - All colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus, which is usually paid in March. The scheme is based on Hastings' performance against our business goals and your own personal performance.


Physical Wellbeing - We like to help our colleagues take a proactive approach in keeping themselves well, that's why we fund our colleagues to be able to claim against everyday health care through our healthcare cash plan.


Financial Wellbeing - As well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover and income protection at no extra cost, pension contribution match up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an AWARD WINNING package which includes - discounts and cashback at everyday retailers and on our own products, fee free independent mortgage advice, and free access to financial wellbeing support.


Mental Wellbeing Programme - At Hastings Direct we understand that mental health cannot not be scheduled, that's why we have a range of support to help you keep yourself well. We have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs


There's more! - 25 days annual leave +bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your contracted weeks, access to private healthcare, dental plans, discounted health assessments, cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more. Most of our benefits and wellbeing resources are available to colleagues from their first day whilst some optional benefits, which involve committing to a 12-month payment schedule, are available as soon as you have completed your probationary period.



Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we'll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serve



We deliver good outcomes for our customers every time by providing great products at the right price with our simple and straightforward service. We treat customers like we want to be treated - fairly, respectfully and with their best interests at heart

Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.

Customer Communications Manager
Location: South West England, 2 days in office expected
Salary: up to £60k base salary DOE
Company client partnered with a leading life insurer in the South West of England supporting on a Customer Communications Manager position.
Role Overview:
As the Customer Communications Manager, you will play a critical role in shaping and delivering clear, consistent, and engaging communications for their customers. You'll be responsible for creating content that educates, informs, and builds trust, ensuring their customers are always in the loop about their life insurance products, policies, and services.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead Communication Strategy: Develop and implement a customer communications strategy that aligns with the company's goals and values, ensuring a seamless experience across all touchpoints.
* Content Creation & Management: Oversee the creation of customer-facing content, including emails, newsletters, policy updates, FAQs, brochures, and website copy.
* Customer-Centric Messaging: Ensure all communications are clear, empathetic, and tailored to our diverse customer base, enhancing their understanding of complex insurance products.
* Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with product, marketing, compliance, and customer service teams to ensure consistent messaging and effective communication of key initiatives.
* Brand Consistency: Maintain a strong and consistent voice across all customer communications, ensuring alignment with the company's brand and values.
* Monitor & Analyze Impact: Regularly track and analyze the effectiveness of communication strategies, gathering insights and feedback to refine and improve customer engagement.
* Crisis Communication: Play a key role in managing crisis or urgent customer communication, ensuring clarity, transparency, and timely updates during challenging situations.
Ideal Candidate:
* Experience: At least 3-5 years of experience in a customer communications or marketing role, preferably within the financial services or life insurance industry.
* Strong Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to simplify complex concepts for a broad audience.
* Creative & Strategic Thinking: A creative mindset with the ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions to engage and inform customers.
* Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to collaborate with internal stakeholders at all levels, ensuring alignment and driving results.
* Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail, with the ability to proofread and ensure accuracy across all communications.
* Analytical & Data-Driven: Comfortable analyzing communication effectiveness and making data-driven decisions to optimize customer engagement. #LI-PB1

We are Eden Futures. We deliver exceptional support to people diagnosed with a learning or physical disability, acquired brain injury, autism or a mental illness.​

We are looking to recruit a Service Manager within our Supported Living Services based in Stoke. As the Service Manager you will be responsible for providing clear and structured day to day leadership, and support to the local team to ensure the highest quality of service is delivered.

Successful candidates will be required to have an Enhanced DBS check prior to commencing employment.

Benefits Include:

• Take your Birthday off plus 25 days holiday
• Free DBS Check
• Continuous Learning & Development opportunities - including access to bespoke training, Apprenticeships in Health & Social Care and Business and Leadership & Management
• Opportunities to develop through Eden’s Aspire programmes such as our Leadership Development Programme
• Health Cash Back and Pension Scheme
• Eligible for £500 bonus through our refer a friend scheme (unlimited referrals)
• Enhanced pay for maternity or paternity leave
• Blue Light Discount Scheme
• Eligibility for COSTCO membership

Main Responsibilities

• Be vigilant and proactive in reporting any safeguarding concerns you may have about vulnerable individuals in your care
• Proactively assist in seeking out new opportunities for growth and development of the service whilst protecting and safeguarding the Company’s values and culture
• Ensure that all new team members are appropriately recruited into the Company and analyse initial training and development needs
• Work in conjunction with the training team to ensure all staff receive the correct training
• In conjunction with the management team, recruit and select new staff taking an active part in the interview process
• Lead staff in enabling the service users to live fulfilling lives based around their individual needs and aspirations
• Attend interviews for potential new packages of care and support as required with the senior management team
• Ensure appropriate risk assessments are in place and implemented to safeguard the wellbeing of service users
• Implement induction/assessment programmes for all new service users, in conjunction with the wider management team
• Understand and promote a person centred and needs led approach to deliver a quality service which fully complies with the Eden philosophy, values, policies and procedures
• Understand the wider implications of the business in relation to the commissioning process, audit and inspection (CQC etc.)
• Always promote a professional image of the service and the Company.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with key stakeholders i.e. Adult Social Care & Health, CCG’s etc
• Ensure effective communication is established and maintained throughout the service and with external agencies, service users and their circle of support
• Ensure effective partnership working with external training and provider / agencies (i.e. NAS, SaLT and psychology services)

The Ideal Candidate

• Strong supervisory skills with the ability to support and develop a team
• Be qualified to a minimum standard of Level 2 in Health and Social Care
• Ideally you will have previous experience in a Supported Living or Residential service
• Experience of working with adults with Learning Disabilities or Mental Health conditions is preferable
• Be willing to undertake further training or development (Health and Social Care Level 3 or 4 and Diploma in Management Level 5 if applicable)
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, demanding role

**Please note that Eden Futures is not able to offer Sponsorships at this time.**

We are Eden Futures. We deliver exceptional support to people diagnosed with a learning or physical disability, acquired brain injury, autism or a mental illness.​

We are looking to recruit a Service Manager within our Supported Living Services based in Stoke-on-Trent. As the Service Manager you will be responsible for providing clear and structured day to day leadership, and support to the local team to ensure the highest quality of service is delivered.

Successful candidates will be required to have an Enhanced DBS check prior to commencing employment.

Benefits Include:

• Take your Birthday off plus 25 days holiday
• Free DBS Check
• Continuous Learning & Development opportunities - including access to bespoke training, Apprenticeships in Health & Social Care and Business and Leadership & Management
• Opportunities to develop through Eden’s Aspire programmes such as our Leadership Development Programme
• Health Cash Back and Pension Scheme
• Eligible for £500 bonus through our refer a friend scheme (unlimited referrals)
• Enhanced pay for maternity or paternity leave
• Blue Light Discount Scheme
• Eligibility for COSTCO membership

Main Responsibilities

• Be vigilant and proactive in reporting any safeguarding concerns you may have about vulnerable individuals in your care
• Proactively assist in seeking out new opportunities for growth and development of the service whilst protecting and safeguarding the Company’s values and culture
• Ensure that all new team members are appropriately recruited into the Company and analyse initial training and development needs
• Work in conjunction with the training team to ensure all staff receive the correct training
• In conjunction with the management team, recruit and select new staff taking an active part in the interview process
• Lead staff in enabling the service users to live fulfilling lives based around their individual needs and aspirations
• Attend interviews for potential new packages of care and support as required with the senior management team
• Ensure appropriate risk assessments are in place and implemented to safeguard the wellbeing of service users
• Implement induction/assessment programmes for all new service users, in conjunction with the wider management team
• Understand and promote a person centred and needs led approach to deliver a quality service which fully complies with the Eden philosophy, values, policies and procedures
• Understand the wider implications of the business in relation to the commissioning process, audit and inspection (CQC etc.)
• Always promote a professional image of the service and the Company.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with key stakeholders i.e. Adult Social Care & Health, CCG’s etc
• Ensure effective communication is established and maintained throughout the service and with external agencies, service users and their circle of support
• Ensure effective partnership working with external training and provider / agencies (i.e. NAS, SaLT and psychology services)

The Ideal Candidate

• Strong supervisory skills with the ability to support and develop a team
• Be qualified to a minimum standard of Level 2 in Health and Social Care
• Ideally you will have previous experience in a Supported Living or Residential service
• Experience of working with adults with Learning Disabilities or Mental Health conditions is preferable
• Be willing to undertake further training or development (Health and Social Care Level 3 or 4 and Diploma in Management Level 5 if applicable)
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, demanding role

Exciting, permanent opportunity in Ross-on-Wye experienced and dynamic Customer Service Team Leader to drive a high-performing, customer-centric culture within the customer service teams for a company.

Reporting to one of the Operations Managers, this role is pivotal in enhancing customer satisfaction, optimising the customer journey, and aligning departmental goals with overall business objectives.
You will directly manage x4 Team Managers, each with their own teams of between 4 and 8 customer service staff.

Great opportunity to get your foot in the door of a nationally recognised company that offers great career routes and internal promotion is encouraged. They also have a wide range of staff perks including hybrid working, discounted gym memberships and more (detailed below).

Key Responsibilities
Team Development & Leadership:
 Mentor, motivate, and guide team managers to reach their full potential.
 Set and communicate objectives, KPIs, and SLAs aligned with company goals.
 Establish regular team meetings and 1:1s to ensure alignment and engagement.
 Address underperformance constructively and foster a positive team culture.
 Partner with the People/Culture functions of the business to identify and address development needs.
Customer Retention & Pre-Booking Strategy:
 Drive retention through sales and booking conversions.
 Collaborate on pricing strategy and oversee implementation.
 Lead the "oversell" strategy to manage booking adjustments efficiently.
 Work closely with Finance to improve payment collection and reduce active debt.
 Utilise Salesforce CRM to manage contact strategies and boost conversion rates.
Customer Service Strategy & Satisfaction:
 Serve as a role model in delivering high customer service standards.
 Analyse customer insights to improve the Net Promoter Score (NPS).
 Oversee pre-arrival feedback management, addressing complex complaints proactively.
 Partner with key departments (Sales, Marketing, Operations, IT, Finance) to streamline the customer journey.
 Lead the team’s approach to incident management, ensuring effective and prompt responses.

Key Attributes
- Previous track record of leading teams to meet targets and KPIs.
- Ability to motivate team and improve performance
- Demonstrated ability in planning, implementation, and success monitoring.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Experience in developing and executing sales and customer service strategies.
- Comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am - 5pm (37.5h per week)

Salary: Up to £39,100 per annum + benefits including:

- 1 day pw working from home (flexibility for more WFH during quieter periods)
- Annual bonus.
- Generous maternity/paternity pay.
- Discounted gym memberships.
- EAP Programme.
- Day off for your birthday.
- Enhanced maternity.
- 25 days holiday PLUS bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme.
- Birthday day off.
- Lots of career progression and training/development opportunities.

Please note: Peak busy periods throughout the year are April - July, and September- mid-October. Whilst annual leave is still granted during these times, the individual in this role will be expected to be mindful of booking extended leave during these periods.

Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.

To undertake through each patients individual care plan, those duties delegated by the Team Leader and Case Manager, which the Health Care Assistant has been trained and is competent and confident to perform. These tasks include: - Re-assess patients in receipt of products from the Trust as delegated by SpecialistNurses. Provide support for patients and carers. Be competent in undertaking urinalysis, and obtaining urine specimens. Assist/advise in the completion of bladder charts (frequency and volume diaries). Communicates very sensitive condition related information to patients and relatives with empathy and reassurance. Record personally generated patient interactions and interventions and update them as agreed and instructed. Recommend products as agreed, To deal as appropriate with unpleasant conditions such as exposure to body fluids. Undertake drainage of residual urine (female patients), ( once competency is achieved) Provide emotional care for patients within your specialist sphere of work. In the course of your clinical work provide appropriate help to patients who require physical assistance. Organises own workload in conjunction with team and Trust requirements. Use a computer tablet remotely for all patient records. Record data and evidence of activity as requested via Systm One Provide teaching informally on a one to one basis ie to patients/carers Interpret the combined results from urinalysis, portable bladder ultrasound and bladder charts (frequency and volume diaries), seeking advice from colleagues as appropriate. The Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (ICS) brings together key health, care, community, and voluntary sector organisations from across our area. Our aim is to work together in partnership to join up health and care services, improving our populations health and wellbeing and reducing health inequalities. One such example of this collaborative work is the launch of our HCA Academy, an ICS initiative between Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT) and Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust (MSEFT) to support the incoming Health Care assistant (HCA) workforce. The academy models a one workforce cross system approach to the onboarding, induction, education and experience of Healthcare Assistants. To support this one workforce model the successful candidate for this post will be required to attend our 5 day (Monday to Friday) face to face Induction Programme at our MSE ICS Education Hub at Brentwood Community Hospital. Your start date will therefore fall on one of two of the HCA Academy induction dates across the month, which will be discussed and agreed during the recruitment process. Our HCA Academy Induction programme has been designed to train and support the successful candidate through the early stages of their employment at EPUT and will provide opportunities to enhance skills, knowledge and experience. Further information will be provided post interview. This will be followed by an additional 5 day (Monday to Friday) EPUT corporate / mandatory training welcome. (EPUT Welcome will be varied between face to face and virtual delivery).

Our client HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS) is an agency of the Ministry of Justice. HMCTS provides administrative support for the legal system across England and Wales, ensuring justice works for everyone.
Our justice system defends our fundamental rights and freedoms. It is a cornerstone of our modern society, and it must serve all those who call on it, when they call on it. From some of the most vulnerable people in our society, to families in crisis, claimants and commercial businesses - HMCTS has a responsibility to administer a justice system that is accessible to everyone and operates efficiently.

Position: Full-Time Temporary Customer Support Team Leader
Contract: Until March 2025 with the possibility of extending
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week - Hybrid - 2 days home based and 3 office based
Hourly Rate: £12.74 per hour

Job Description:
This role is the main user-facing role in CTSC and will provide an accessible and inclusive service to users, providing clear signposting and guidance to all users, coaching them in the use of the online platform and providing information to resolve their queries and processing/updating high-volume case details accurately and efficiently. They will deal with the immediate, short-term needs of service users. Duties will include but not be limited to

• Manage and plan the workload of a team which provides administrative support and excellent customer service to all stakeholders, judiciary, mediators, and management.
• Lead and manage a team of staff, ensuring that its members are organised, and fully skilled to meet their work objectives using Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and other continuous improvement tools.
• To assist in the delivery of performance against targets.

Requirements:

• Ability to motivate and support your team to deliver excellent customer service and achieve effective performance.
• Experience of working in an administrative role in a customer focussed environment
• Proficient with IT and Microsoft Software packages
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Benefits:

• Weekly pay, holiday and pension scheme
• Hybrid

Application Process:
If you are interested in this position, please apply online with your CV in WORD format.
Important:
Successful candidates will be subject to a thorough background and clearance check, including Criminal Record Checks (DBS Checks), Reference Checks (Employment, Education, and any gaps) covering the past three years, as well as Address checks for the past five years. This process may also include obtaining character references and/or other evidence to cover periods of unemployment.

Brook Street are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy.
As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer.
Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you.?
In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.

Brook Street is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy.

As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer.

Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. 

In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification.

Our client HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS) is an agency of the Ministry of Justice. HMCTS provides administrative support for the legal system across England and Wales, ensuring justice works for everyone.
Our justice system defends our fundamental rights and freedoms. It is a cornerstone of our modern society, and it must serve all those who call on it, when they call on it. From some of the most vulnerable people in our society, to families in crisis, claimants and commercial businesses - HMCTS has a responsibility to administer a justice system that is accessible to everyone and operates efficiently.

Position: Full-Time Temporary Admin Officer
Contract: Until March 2025 with the possibility of extending
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week - Hybrid - 2 days home based and 3 office based
Hourly Rate: £11.59 per hour

Job Description:
This role is the main user-facing role in CTSC and will provide an accessible and inclusive service to users, providing clear signposting and guidance to all users, coaching them in the use of the online platform and providing information to resolve their queries and processing/updating high-volume case details accurately and efficiently. They will deal with the immediate, short-term needs of service users. Duties will include but not be limited to

• Provide professional friendly support and guidance to users of online services via a variety of channels (telephone, webchat, email), in line with quality standards, to ensure the delivery of a high quality user-focused service on a daily basis and deliver a service focused on quality as well as timeliness
• Triage users to relevant services, using HMCTS prescribed service scripts and knowledge base on a daily basis, to ensure users get the right information they need at the right time, so that everyone understands what is needed and what will happen
• Jurisdiction-related administration using HMCTS predefined protocols and processes to process non-automated work
• Undertake case-readiness assessment and progress the case to the next phase, and providing information to allow users to understand what the next stage is and what they can expect next
• Identify users requiring extra/different support and undertaking basic assessment of users' Assisted Digital needs, in accordance with procedure and referring suitable cases to a third party supplier on a daily basis, to ensure users understand and can participate in the new digital process
• To handle, and where possible resolve, first contact user complaints in accordance with predefined HMCTS policy and procedures so that users feel they have been listened to and that their complaint has been handled fairly. Update the CRM system so details do not have to be repeated to a different CTSC Support Officer
• Read relevant Knowledge articles to maintain accurate and up-to-date knowledge of processes and systems, to be able to provide users with the right information, when they need it with no delay or confusion
• Proactively engage with HMCTS workforce planning / shift allocation tools to ensure business requirements are being met
• Work as part of the team in considering continuous improvements necessary for effective delivery and feeding these into the wider CI channels

Requirements:

• Able to follow well established processes and detailed instructions.
• Strong administrative skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office packages
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Benefits:

• Weekly pay, holiday and pension scheme
• Hybrid

Application Process:
If you are interested in this position, please apply online with your CV in WORD format.
Important:
Successful candidates will be subject to a thorough background and clearance check, including Criminal Record Checks (DBS Checks), Reference Checks (Employment, Education, and any gaps) covering the past three years, as well as Address checks for the past five years. This process may also include obtaining character references and/or other evidence to cover periods of unemployment.

Brook Street are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy.
As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer.
Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you.?
In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.

Brook Street is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy.

As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer.

Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. 

In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.

Angard Staffing is the dedicated provider of Customer Service Advisors to Royal Mail’s contact centres across the UK. Due to an increase in workload volumes, we are looking for candidates who have a passion for customer service to join the team on a temporary basis at our key site in Stoke.

The aim of the role will be to provide first time solutions for customers, via telephone and email, within agreed handling times whilst delivering excellent quality of service. We are looking for candidates who are familiar with working in a contact centre and are comfortable using a multi-screen environment.

Start date: 14/10/2024
Pay rate: £12.97 per hour
Office Location: Royal Mail, Cooper House, Lakeside, Festival Way, Stoke on Trent, ST1 5RY
Temporary Contract: up to 12 weeks (with potential for this to be extended)
Hours: Around 37.5 hours per week, between the hours of 8:00am – 18:30pm Monday – Saturday, and 9am – 4pm Sunday (flexibility to work Saturdays is essential)

*Annual leave is not permitted during the first two weeks of training - minimal annual leave after this may be authorised if it is pre-booked however cannot be guaranteed*

Desirable qualities

You will need to be confident on the telephone and able to communicate with customers politely and effectively. Desirable qualities would include:

• A proven record in a fast-paced customer service environment.
• Quick, accurate typist with a high attention to detail.
• A proven record of delivering exceptional quality and meeting personal quality targets.
• An ability to deal with difficult complaints in a kind, supportive and professional manner.
• Excellent telephone manner and telephony experience with an ability to deal with colleagues at all levels essential.
• Must be computer literate and proficient in the use of email, spreadsheet and word processing software.
• Creative problem solver, owning the issue through to resolution.
• Proficiency with inputting specific datasets, must be accurate, concise and consistent.
• Able to make decisions involving money based on specific guidelines.
• Achieve first time resolution with quality telephony responses.

What experience/skillset do you need?

• A passion and commitment for delivering a great customer experience
• Ability to prioritise and manage workloads to timescales
• Flexible and innovative with ability to easily adapt to changing customer demands
• Enthusiastic and responsive - seeking a positive resolution for all customers
• Self-motivated. Able to work as part of a team or alone
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
• Call centre/contact centre experience would be desirable but not essential
• A good level of spoken English and the ability to communicate clearly

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification.

Exciting, permanent opportunity in Ross-on-Wye experienced and dynamic Customer Service Team Leader to drive a high-performing, customer-centric culture within the customer service teams for a company.

Reporting to one of the Operations Managers, this role is pivotal in enhancing customer satisfaction, optimising the customer journey, and aligning departmental goals with overall business objectives.
You will directly manage x4 Team Managers, each with their own teams of between 4 and 8 customer service staff.

Great opportunity to get your foot in the door of a nationally recognised company that offers great career routes and internal promotion is encouraged. They also have a wide range of staff perks including hybrid working, discounted gym memberships and more (detailed below).

Key Responsibilities
Team Development & Leadership:
 Mentor, motivate, and guide team managers to reach their full potential.
 Set and communicate objectives, KPIs, and SLAs aligned with company goals.
 Establish regular team meetings and 1:1s to ensure alignment and engagement.
 Address underperformance constructively and foster a positive team culture.
 Partner with the People/Culture functions of the business to identify and address development needs.
Customer Retention & Pre-Booking Strategy:
 Drive retention through sales and booking conversions.
 Collaborate on pricing strategy and oversee implementation.
 Lead the "oversell" strategy to manage booking adjustments efficiently.
 Work closely with Finance to improve payment collection and reduce active debt.
 Utilise Salesforce CRM to manage contact strategies and boost conversion rates.
Customer Service Strategy & Satisfaction:
 Serve as a role model in delivering high customer service standards.
 Analyse customer insights to improve the Net Promoter Score (NPS).
 Oversee pre-arrival feedback management, addressing complex complaints proactively.
 Partner with key departments (Sales, Marketing, Operations, IT, Finance) to streamline the customer journey.
 Lead the team’s approach to incident management, ensuring effective and prompt responses.

Key Attributes
- Previous track record of leading teams to meet targets and KPIs.
- Ability to motivate team and improve performance
- Demonstrated ability in planning, implementation, and success monitoring.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Experience in developing and executing sales and customer service strategies.
- Comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am - 5pm (37.5h per week)

Salary: Up to £39,100 per annum + benefits including:

- 1 day pw working from home (flexibility for more WFH during quieter periods)
- Annual bonus.
- Generous maternity/paternity pay.
- Discounted gym memberships.
- EAP Programme.
- Day off for your birthday.
- Enhanced maternity.
- 25 days holiday PLUS bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme.
- Birthday day off.
- Lots of career progression and training/development opportunities.

Please note: Peak busy periods throughout the year are April - July, and September- mid-October. Whilst annual leave is still granted during these times, the individual in this role will be expected to be mindful of booking extended leave during these periods.

Local Service Manager Position
Salary: £40,102.32 to £42,213.00 per year + benefits
Location: Swindon, Wiltshire
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday)

Time Recruitment is thrilled to collaborate with a well-respected, not-for-profit care provider that delivers services across the UK in care homes and supportive living environments. The award winning care group are currently looking for a Local Service Manager to lead a small care home focused on supporting individuals with learning and physical disabilities in Swindon.

In this role, the Local Service Manager will primarily operate from the care home while also overseeing two supported living services in the area. These facilities cater to clients in residential, learning disabilities, and physical disability settings.

Benefits:

25 days of holiday (30 after 5 years) plus public holidays
Pension scheme with employer contributions
Discounts with major retailers and health plans
Life assurance and flexible working arrangements
Cycle to Work scheme and ample learning opportunities

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the overall service delivery by managing the team and collaborating with the Area Service Manager
Build and maintain relationships with partners, key stakeholders, and external agencies
Ensure effective service delivery and meet key performance indicators (KPIs)
Oversee financial performance and manage the budget
Handle recruitment, staff performance, and development
Maintain flexibility in working hours to meet service needs
Ensure health and safety compliance within the service

Skills and Experience:

The Local Service Manager will have proven managerial experience in a similar service setting, with strong interpersonal, leadership, and problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication skills and the ability to remain composed under pressure
Compassionate, dedicated, and hands-on in supporting service users
Experience in personalized support, fostering opportunities for personal development
Proven ability to engage effectively with statutory and voluntary partners
A valid driving license is essential, as travel is a requirement of the role

To apply for the Local Service Manager position, please reach out to Jack at Time Recruitment today!

Please note, we cannot offer sponsorship for the Local Service Manager position.

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.