Total 110 Customer Service job vacancies in Wigan, WN1 2NN

Care Assistant
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Are you a compassionate and caring individual looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make a positive impact on people’s lives? As a Care Assistant, you’ll be providing personal care and support to clients in their own homes, helping them maintain independence, and enhancing their quality of life.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay rate, travel time and mileage paid as well
• No experience required—we’ll provide full training to set you up for success.
• Opportunities for career growth and development—we’re invested in your future!
• A truly rewarding job where every day you’ll know you’ve made a real difference in someone’s life.

What We’re Looking For:

• A passion for helping others—you genuinely care about making a difference in people’s lives.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to approach tasks with empathy and respect.
• Willingness to learn—we’ll provide you with all the training you need, including First Aid and DBS checks.

Essential Requirements:

• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (you’ll be travelling within your local community).
• Sponsorship is not available for this role—applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.

Ready to Start Your Journey?

If you’re ready to begin a career where you can impact lives, learn new skills, and build a fulfilling future, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career as a Care Assistant.

The main duties of this role are Audio typing using the Digital Dictation System, photocopying and the composition of letters. Sorting, prioritising, processing and distribution of incoming mail, using judgement and experience to decide which documents are to be passed directly to other areas for action and information. Ensuring accurate and up-to-date inputting of information onto all Trust patient systems (PAS, ORMIS, EPR, Digital Dictation). General office management duties (photocopying, scanning, emailing documentation) as required. Assist other Clinical Secretaries with their workload. Promote the dissemination of quality patient information. Provide non-clinical advice and information to patients/clients/relatives. Knowledge of a full range of secretarial procedures and software programmes (PAS, Theatre, EPR, Digital Dictation) and their application to improve service efficiency and effectiveness. Understanding of medical terminology and a willingness to assist colleagues with transcription outputs. Exercise judgement when dealing with patient enquiries, analysing and resolving problems at source. Assist in new staff induction together with the identification and support of their training requirements. Facilitate a supportive learning environment that enables all members of the secretariat team to develop. Recognise the effective utilisation of all appropriate development resources and opportunities. Promote the ethos of continuous improvement disseminating any new knowledge gained to other colleagues. Recognise and accept responsibility for own personal development. Supervising administration support and work experience students ensuring an effective office system is maintained.

A Vacancy at Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust.


The post holder will be responsible for providing clinical care for the patients in community for the Wigan Central and North. Additionally, the post-holder will be responsible for supporting and contributing to the development of the broader Older Adult team.

Undertake assessments of referrals/ admissions to the service.

Diagnose and formulate management plans in complex presentations.

Provide management in treatment resistant and complex presentations.

Assessment and management of risk including of vulnerability, suicide

risk, risks to health and safety and risk of harm to others.

Work in a collaborative way with multidisciplinary teams including

external partners.

Memory assessments – diagnosis and management.

Supporting Care Home Liaison Team.

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.

For more details about this role and the responsibilities please see attached full Job Description and Person Specification.


This advert closes on Monday 18 Nov 2024

Location: Wigan

Since 1989, we've supported adults of all ages to maintain their independence and stay in the place they know and love. Because, life is better at home.

We're looking for people who are passionate about care, and who want to help others to join our amazing teams. We don't require you to have any previous social care experience, what we do need from you is to have the Right to Work in the UK, as we are NOT able to offer Health and Care Worker visas. Additionally, you are required to have a full UK driving license with access to your own vehicle.

If you're looking for a job that can be flexible around your lifestyle there are a variety of shift patterns available to work in mornings, afternoons, evenings or weekends.

At Helping Hands, we can offer the following benefits

• Paid mileage of 35p per mile between calls
• Early Pay App request up to 50% of your pay in advance of pay day
• Earn up to £100 for referring a friend
• Our care assistants are directly employed by us giving you access to holiday entitlement and our pension scheme
• Apprenticeship opportunities available to existing staff
• Support to complete nationally recognised qualifications including your Care Certificate and NVQs. Your career development is important to us if you want to progress, we can help!
• FREE Blue Light Card national discount card for hundreds of retailers
• Annual pay reviews based on cost of living

Being a Care Assistant means you need to be adaptable, kind-hearted and put others first. Your role may include:

• Providing companionship
• Support with personal care such as showering, bathing and toileting
• Helping with mobility around the home
• Overseeing medication and providing medical support
• Helping around the house with cleaning, cooking and tidying
• Running errands such as food shopping or picking up prescriptions

Job Description

Service Care Solutions has a new and exciting opportunity which has become available working as a Fostering Support Worker with Wigan Council.

Wigan Council are currently looking for someone who is happy to work 37 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Case Management: Act as the primary point of support for foster carers, offering guidance and practical help.
• Direct Support: Deliver individualized support programs to children, young people, and their carers to prevent placement disruption.
• Training & Development: Co-run support groups, and facilitate training for foster carers to enhance their skills and capabilities.
• Multi-agency Collaboration: Work closely with professionals across various sectors, including health, education, and social care, to support the welfare of children and young people.
• Fostering Recruitment: Assist in recruiting foster carers, conducting initial assessments, and providing information about the role of fostering.
• Administrative Duties: Maintain detailed records, contribute to annual reviews, and prepare reports for meetings and court when required.
• Service Development: Engage in service improvement initiatives, participating in team meetings, and ongoing training.

What We're Looking For:

• Qualifications: NNEB, BTEC in Nursery Nursing, NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education, or equivalent qualifications in Children and Young People's Health & Social Care.
• Experience: Demonstrated experience working with children, young people, and families, especially within a team setting, and collaborating with external agencies.
• Skills: Strong record-keeping, report-writing, IT skills, and the ability to assess needs and plan individualized programs.
• Knowledge: Understanding of Fostering Regulations, National Minimum Standards, and Care Planning Regulations.
• Personal Attributes: Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to work constructively within a team, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Must be flexible to work on a rota system and adaptable to changing demands.

APPLY NOW - Send your CV to John… John.deane@servicecare.org.uk

Why Service Care Solutions?

• A Dedicated consultant specific to your area of work with up to date knowledge on markets and new positions.
• We operate nationwide working with both public and private domains.
• All Compliance paid for including DBS and Social Work registration.
• We operate 3 payrolls per week
• Bring your Job to us bonus of £250
• Refer a friend Bonus of £250

Our client in Wigan is looking to hire a Multi Skilled Operative to their team on a permanent basis. You will be working on domestic and void properties carrying out maintenance and refurbs.

Monday - Friday
£30,000
37 Hours Per Week
Company Vehicle Included

Job Role

• To be part of the clients property Maintenance team responsible for Joinery and Multi Skilled Maintenance projects or services undertaken
• To carry out domestic Maintenance duties to a high standard and within reasonable time frames.
• Pre-inspect and diagnose selected repair requirements.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 2 or above in a relevant trade such as Joinery/Plastering/Plumbing
• Multi trade ability
• Driving License

Winstanley Medical Centre are looking for an experienced Health Care Assistant to join the practice on a part time basis over 3 days. As an experienced Health Care Assistant you will have pre-booked clinics to see patients of the practice. It is essential applicants have experience of taking blood, and measuring blood pressure, and would be advantageous if able to administer flu vaccines and B12 injections. Ideally with GP practice and preferably hold a Care Certificate within General Practice. Days of work Wednesday Thursday and Friday. Main duties of the job Health checks ECG recording Blood pressure monitoring Long term conditions initial reviews Phlebotomy Chaperoning duties Smoking Cessation Weight Management Pre diabetic checks Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by GPs/Nurses Vaccine/cold chain storage, monitoring and recording Surgical equipment and vaccine re-stocking and stock rotation Ordering of stock Clearing and re-stocking consulting rooms Preparing and maintaining environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions including assisting GPs during the performance of minor operations Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs related to health and well-being Administrating influenza, Shingles, Pneumococcal and B12 injection under the supervision of the Practice Nurse in accordance with practice protocol and PSD. About us Winstanley Medical Centre is part of the SWAN PCN. We are a friendly, well-established, family practice with around 3200 patients. You will be joining one GP Partner, two other regular locum GPs and a Practice Nurse. The practice is based in Winstanley, Wigan in a purpose built owned Health Centre and utilise SystmOne (TPP) Clinical system. You may be required to work on occasions in our other Practices in Burscough and Skelmersdale for training, meetings or absence cover. Job description and Job responsibilities Working under the direct supervision of the Practice Nurse and GP Partner and strictly in accordance with specific Practice guidelines and protocols, the Healthcare Assistant will assist the Practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient care. Duties and Responsibilities Health checks ECG recording Blood pressure monitoring Long term conditions initial reviews Phlebotomy Chaperoning duties Smoking Cessation Weight Management Pre diabetic checks Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by GPs/Nurses Vaccine/cold chain storage, monitoring and recording Surgical equipment and vaccine re-stocking and stock rotation Ordering of stock Clearing and re-stocking consulting rooms Preparing and maintaining environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions including assisting GPs during the performance of minor operations Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being Helping to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs related to health and well-being Administrating influenza, Shingles, Pneumococcal and B12 injection under the supervision of the Practice Nurse in accordance with practice protocol and PSD. Ensure fridges are cleaned routinely in accordance with IPC guidance Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the practice IPC policy Person Specification Knowledge and Skills Essential Ability to provide quality care Good interpersonal and communication skills Good organisational skills Good team working skills Effective time management skills Ability to work independently following verbal or written instructions Adaptable to change Computer literate QOF knowledge Desirable * Basic IT Skills Knowledge in SystmOne (TPP) clinical system Knowledge of AccuRX software Knowledge of ICE (Pathology system) Skills in Phlebotomy, ECGs, Patient Health Checks, Blood Pressures Basic first aid knowledge Health and safety awareness Awareness of Blood Borne Viruses Experience Essential * Experience of providing direct patient care Experience of dealing with a wide range of people Experience with computer systems Good English Language skills Excellent communicator Desirable * Experience working in a GP Practice Qualifications Essential * Good general education Qualified in Phlebotomy Health Care Qualification or working towards Knowledge of IIF Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Job Types - Part-time, Permanent Part-time hours - 24 per week Salary - From £11.50 per hour Benefits - Company pension On-site parking Sick pay Social Functions Schedule - Day shift(3 days/week Wed - Fri) Reference No - A1109-24-0000

What skills and experience we're looking for

To succeed in this role, the successful candidate will be an enthusiastic, motivated, friendly and well-organised individual who is able to work effectively with a range of colleagues as well as self-manage their own tasks and workload.

The successful candidate will have suitable experience working within an administrative environment, preferably in a school administration office. The person appointed will make a significant contribution to the smooth running of this important area of school operations and will be supported by the school Operations Director and wider office team.

The successful candidate will be hardworking, honest, dependable and self-motivated in order to uphold the ethos, aims and values of the School and Trust.

The role will involve:

• Being the first line respondent for whole school general enquiries;
• Providing administrative support across the whole of the school;
• Responding to community, parent/carer, teacher and pupil enquiries;
• Undertaking organisation and administration for school trips and residentials;
• Designing and create a range of letters, documents and posters using Microsoft products;
• Updating school databases as required using school-based systems such as Arbor MIS, Class Dojo, Parent Pay, Parago and Financial suites such as PSF, Iris or Access;
• Assisting with school events;
• Liaising with staff, outside agencies, parents and other schools as appropriate.

We're looking for you if you have:

• The ability to effectively manage your own time and prioritise work in a demanding environment;
• High level communication abilities and excellent IT skills in a range of software applications;
• Key attributes include a friendly, yet professional manner, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• The ability to work effectively and positively within a team.

What the school offers its staff

In the role you would be instrumental in supporting our amazing pupils, assisting them and our teachers by creating a culture of success, ensuring our pupils have a positive attitude to learning to increase their life chances, attainment and social and emotional development and providing a professional administrative service to our parents, Community, Senior Leaders, and Teachers. We consequently offer a friendly, vibrant working environment with great benefits and opportunities for development and progression for those people prepared to work for it.

What can we offer you?

• A generous annual leave entitlement;
• Access to either the Local Government or the Teacher Pension Scheme;
• Competitive pay, reward and benefits;
• A committed Voluntary Living Wage employer;
• Access to a range of career opportunities;
• Additional staff leave benefits to those in place nationally;

Commitment to safeguarding

Community First Academy Trust are committed to rigorous safeguarding procedures and consistently promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory Enhanced DBS Disclosures. Any offer of employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced criminal record with barred list through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), medical clearance, references and verification of your qualifications satisfactory to the Trust.

Position: Care Worker
Salary: £11.44 per hour
Shift: Days and Nights

Job Description:
As a Healthcare Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing essential care and support to individuals within a healthcare setting. Your primary responsibilities will include assisting with daily living activities, monitoring patient well-being, and maintaining a clean and safe environment. You will work closely with a team of healthcare professionals to ensure the highest standard of care is delivered to the people in care.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist patients with personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, and toileting.
Help patients with mobility and provide assistance in moving and transferring.
Observe and report any changes in patients' physical or emotional conditions to the nursing staff.
Maintain a clean and hygienic environment for patients, including changing bedding and tidying rooms.
Ensure the safety and well-being of patients by following established protocols and procedures.
One to Ones
Personal Care

Valid training and certification is required for an immediate start. if not training can be provided.
A valid Enhanced DBS certificate (Disclosure and Barring Service), demonstrating a clean criminal record.
Previous experience in a healthcare or social care setting is highly desirable.

Working hours for the role are: 5 out of 7 days a week this will include one weekend on one weekend off.

The role will be working days and 12 hour shifts each day.

Benefits:

Opportunities for career development and progression within the healthcare sector.
A supportive and inclusive working environment.
Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development.
Employee benefits package, including pension scheme and holiday entitlement.

How to Apply:
If you meet the above requirements and are ready to make a difference in the lives of others, please submit your resume/CV to hello@purecarestaff.com or call 01422 525 320

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prior to any offer of employment, the successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Are you looking for a dynamic role in the manufacturing industry? We have an exciting opportunity for a Machine Operative to join a well-established company specialising in the design and production of high-quality construction products and systems across Europe.

About the Company:

Our client is a leader in providing innovative solutions for the construction industry, offering a wide range of products such as paints, fire protection materials, cement, sealants, and more. This is an excellent chance to be part of a company that prioritises growth and excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Machine Operative, you will be an essential part of the manufacturing team, ensuring the efficient operation of machinery and maintaining the high standards required for the production of high-performance construction materials. Your responsibilities will include:

• Operating mixers, fillers, and other machinery involved in the production
• Loading, unloading, and operating filling lines
• Blending and filling materials according to specific recipes
• Adjusting lot numbers and date labels as needed
• Checking product weights for accuracy
• Changing and cleaning filling pipes
• Inputting correct material quantities for production batches
• Operating semi-automatic and fully automatic packing machines

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to secure full-time hours, working Monday to Friday with immediate start availability.

The role offers stability and room for growth within the company, along with:

A 38-hour workweek on a rotating shift schedule

Competitive overtime rates:

• Up to 6 hours overtime: 1.33x
• Over 6 hours overtime: 1.5x

The hourly pay rate for this role is £15.30 Ltd (PAYE equivalent £13.04 Inclusive of holiday).

Shift Schedule:

• Week 1: Monday - Thursday: 6:00 - 14:00, Friday: 6:00 - 12:00
• Week 2: Monday - Thursday: 14:00 - 22:00, Friday: 12:00 - 18:00

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment is beneficial
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality products
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.

Interested?

For more information, contact Lewis at 01772 208 967, or send your CV to lewis.jackson@servicecare.org.uk.

Job summary: Working under the direct supervision of the senior practice nurse and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the healthcare assistant will assist the practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient care. Key Skills Required: Phlebotomy Flu / B12 Injections/IM injections NHS Health Checks Blood Pressure Monitoring Weight / Height Measurement Desirable Skills: Anti-Coagulation/INR Checks Performing ECGs Alcohol & Smoking Cessation / Awareness Suture Removal Wound Dressings Diabetic foot checks We are an EMIS Web practice Confidentiality: In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data Health & safety: The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice health & safety policy, the practice health & safety manual, and the practice infection control policy and published procedures. This will include: Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards Actively reporting of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised Keeping own work areas and general / patient areas generally clean, assisting in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness consistent with the scope of the job holders role Undertaking periodic infection control training Reporting potential risks identified Equality and diversity: The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include: Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights. Personal/professional development: The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include: Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work Quality: The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will: Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs Effectively manage own time, workload and resources Communication: The post-holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to: Communicate effectively with other team members Communicate effectively with patients and carers Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not restrictive or definitive

Care Co-Ordinators will: Work closely with practice and PCN healthcare roles, the Care Coordinator is to identify and work with a cohort of people to support their personalised care requirements, using any available decision support tools such as Patient Activation Measure (PAM), templates and software Collate all of a patients identified care and support needs and review the options to meet these needs and bring them into a single personalised care and support plan (PCSP) in line with best practice Meet patients, patient carers and family members to discuss their personalised care requirements, the services available to them and the help they want Visit patients, checking on the care that they have received and documenting it accordingly Work with the care team to evaluate interventions and identify where and when further ones will be required Help people to manage their needs by answering their queries and supporting them in making appointments Assist patients to be better prepared to have conversations on shared decision making and to improve awareness of shared decision making and related support tools Provide patients with high quality, easy to understand information to assist them in making choices about their care Support patients in understanding their level of knowledge, skills and confidence (known as activation level) when participating in their health and well-being using, where appropriate Liaise with other Care Coordinators in other practices across the area and share best practice Assist patients to access self-management education courses, peer support or interventions that support them in their health and well-being Where appropriate, to assist patients to access personal health budgets Provide coordination and navigation of patients, and where appropriate their carers, across health and social care services, where appropriate working hand in hand with social prescribing link workers (SPLW) Support in the delivery of enhanced services and other service requirements on behalf of the PCN Actively participate in the delivery of multi-disciplinary team (MDT) meetings within PCNs; responsible for preparatory admin, sending meeting invitations and taking notes of meetings. Undertake all mandatory training and induction programmes Contribute to and embrace the spectrum of clinical governance Contribute to public health campaigns (e.g. flu clinics) through advice or direct care Undertaking clinical observations to support the plans, as appropriate. Engage with and support the new and evolving agendas and service requirements across the PCN, including our work with Care Homes residents and the need to proactively manage their care in an individualised way.

Duties and Responsibilities Clinical To assist Nurses, Therapists and other team members in the rehabilitation of patients using a range of delegated appropriate treatment techniques. This includes following nursing and therapy care plans. Post holders are required to work independently with regard to routine, delegated tasks, following established good practice and refer non-routine tasks appropriately. Work is supervised and evaluated on a routine basis. This will include undertaking specifically delegated initial patient interviews and functional screening to assess for, measure and teach safe use of aids and appliances such as walking aids. To follow treatment plans as prescribed by nurses/physios and therapists and identify select activities that meet treatment goals. Encourage individuals to maintain optimum independence in accordance with the agreed activity plan by carrying out therapeutic activity utilizing empathy, sensitivity and good interpersonal skills To manage the reablement of patients as delegated by the physiotherapists and occupational therapists, reporting back progress or adverse reactions appropriately. To be responsible for the selection, fitting, adjusting and checking of equipment following a broad prescription from an Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist. To communicate with patients and/or carers to provide reassurance and promote understanding To assist in information collection from patients/ relatives as requested by trained staff. To use communication tools (verbal and non-verbal) to gain informed consent with patients where there will often be barriers to effective communication e.g., loss of hearing, altered perception, expressive and receptive dysphasia, pain, fear etc. To assess capacity, gain valid consent and have the ability to work within a legal framework with patients who lack consent to treatment. To priorities tasks allocated and adjust as necessary. To ensure that documentation is completed in accordance with Trust and departmental requirements. To be responsible for some degree of housekeeping and stock control on the Unit To be competent in phlebotomy and simple dressings To participate in simple additional tasks such as swallowing assessments/foot screening and nutritional reviews and referring to specialities as appropriate Professional To attend any in-service training programmes as appropriate To take part in the individual appraisal and performance review programme and to actively participate in supervision. To maintain own continuing professional development (CPD) by keeping up to date any developments and incorporate them as necessary into your work. To respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of patients. To exercise good time management, punctuality and consistent and reliable attendance. To assist JHRU staff in the induction and training of new staff Planning and Organisational Duties To be aware of Health and Safety aspects of your work and implement any policies, which may be required to improve the safety of your work area, including your prompt recording and reporting of accidents to senior stage and ensuring that equipment use if safe. To maintain accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date documentation, in line with legal and departmental requirements. To comply with the organisational and departmental policies and procedures. To undertake departmental administrative duties, as required. To undertake any other duties that might be considered appropriate by the relevant registered nurse/Team Leader, or Community Therapy Services Lead. Communications and Key Working Relationships To report back to Nursing and Therapy staff on all treatment activities, either verbally or in writing as requested To work as a member of the team and communicate relevant information to team members To be able to communicate effectively in a variety of ways with patients/carers to gain co-operation and understanding of treatment programmes To maintain good working relationships To establish therapeutic relationships using negotiating and reasoning skills in order to complete treatment activities. Responsibility for Finance To identify deficits in resources required to carry out the job and bring to the attention of the Team Leader To be responsible for the monitoring of materials and equipment and bring defects for deficits to the attention of the Team Leader Adhere to financial policies. Responsibility for Human Resources To attend regular meetings e.g., staff meeting, support and development groups To participate in in-service training. Responsibility for Health & Safety Compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 the post holder is required to fulfil a proactive role towards the management of risk in all of their actions. This entails the risk assessment of all situations, the taking of appropriate actions and reporting of all incidents, near misses and hazards, and a statutory duty of care for their own personal safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions. Responsibility for Teaching To assist JHRU staff in induction and training of new staff The range of duties and responsibilities outlined above are indicative only and are intended to give an overview of the range and type of duties that will be allocated. They are subject to modification in the light of changing service demands and the development requirements of the postholder. Work Circumstances & on-call 37.5 hours per week over 7 days. Shift patterns to be agreed on appointment.

Mental Health Support Worker

Search Health-care are working with a Nationally Recognised Health-care Provider to source a number of experienced Support workers in around West Yorkshire in supporting living and residential settings.

The Role:

The emphasis of this job will be working on different wards covering male and female wards. You will be supporting individuals with mental health illnesses and learning disabilities. You will be expected to work flexible shifts. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 months previous experience working as a support worker with previous experience with Mental Health. We are particularly interested to hear from candidates who have previously completed MAPA/PMVA training.

What we are looking for in you:

* Passionate about helping others and have the ability to support and encourage people to achieve their full potential.
* Commitment to ensure that people with disabilities are valued and enabled to take control of their own lives.
* You are looking to build a fulfilling and rewarding career in social care, truly making a difference to the lives of those who you support.
* You have at least 6 months experience in the mental health sector and are able to provide
2 years of employment referencing


Benefits:

Flexibility to base your work around existing commitments
Competitive hourly rates of pay as well as holiday entitlement
Free DBS check
Free Uniform

Free trainings

If you have the above experience, please contact us asap on 07884 841 494 to register your details, or send us your CV to If Leah.Stoddart@search.co.uk you meet the relevant criteria, you will be invited to attend an interview.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Job description

Morgan Hunt are working with an established colleges in and Greater Manchester to find a passionate learning support assistant. I am keen to speak with you now to ensure we have all your needs covered.

If the below interests you, please don't hesitate to apply!

Duties of a Learning Support Assistant:

• Working with students with additional learning needs and disabilities, either on a 1:1 basis or as a class Teaching Assistant
• Keeping track of and writing notes on the progress and development of the student(s)
• Using the College's online systems to track progress and attendance
• Developing and maintaining excellent rapport with all student(s) within the class
• Motivate and inspire learners using up-to-date methods
• Work closely with the student(s) to increase their learning and keep them on-target
• Occasionally liaise with external agencies, other staff members and parents/carers of the student(s)
• Attend meetings and any training days/inset days
• Occasionally provide personal care for students with more severe disabilities
• Any other duties as required by the College

A Learning Support Assistant will be required to;

• Have substantial experience either the Further Education and Training sector or the Secondary Education sector
• Have previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant and satisfactory references
• Hold GCSEs in both Maths and English, at grade A-C or equivalent
• A valid DBS registered with the online update service or be willing to apply for a new one
• Proven experience of maintaining quality rapport with students, staff and parents/carers

A Learning Support Assistant working for Morgan Hunt will receive;

• Free CPD training opportunities
• Opportunity to apply for permanent positions within the College if they become available
• Any other benefits offered by the College

If you are passionate in providing high-quality teaching assistance within the Further Education and Training sector, match the above criteria, are looking for a new role and are based in and around Greater Manchester, please apply now!

If you are interested in this position, please apply today.

Start your career and change lives by working in Special Education - apply now!

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.