Total 419 Customer Service job vacancies in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK13 7PN

Location: New Milton

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

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

• A Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) qualification
• Valid and clear NMC or HCPC qualification
• Demonstrated experience in a Scrub Role role, displaying advanced clinical skills and a deep understanding of surgical procedures, indicating proficiency and expertise (Minimum 6 months)
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) to ensure readiness for emergency situations
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills crucial for seamless coordination with surgeons, anesthetists, and other healthcare professionals, highlighting the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment

• Thoroughly preparing the operating room, ensuring the sterilization and readiness of all essential equipment, and organizing supplies for surgical procedures
• Providing active assistance to the surgical team during procedures, anticipating their needs, and maintaining a sterile field with precision and attention to detail
• Offering empathetic care to patients before, during, and after surgery, addressing both their physical and emotional needs to provide a supportive and comforting environment
• Collaborating closely with interdisciplinary teams to maintain the highest standards of patient care and safety, facilitating clear communication and efficient coordination
• Adhering strictly to infection control protocols and ensuring a pristine and safe working environment through stringent hygiene practices

• Registered Nurse (RN/RGN) or Operating Department Practitioner qualification.
• Valid and clear NMC or HCPC registration.
• Proven and substantial experience in gynaecology surgical settings, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the specific challenges and requirements of these procedures.
• A strong command of sterile technique and infection control protocols, coupled with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills that are essential for fostering positive patient interactions and effective teamwork.

• Preparing the operating room by ensuring all surgical equipment is sterile, properly set up, and ready for use
• Assisting the surgical team during a variety of gynaecological procedures, including surgeries and examinations
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe environment for patients and staff in the operating room
• Providing compassionate and supportive care to gynaecology patients, offering emotional support before, during, and after procedures
• Collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest standard of care for gynaecology patients

• Registered Nurse (RN/RGN) or Operating Department Practitioner qualification.
• Valid and clear NMC or HCPC registration
• Proven and substantial experience in orthopaedic surgical settings, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the specific challenges and requirements of these procedures.
• A strong command of sterile technique and infection control protocols, coupled with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills that are essential for fostering positive patient interactions and effective teamwork.

• Thoroughly preparing the operating room for orthopaedic procedures, ensuring that all required equipment and supplies are readily available.
• Providing critical assistance to the surgical team during orthopaedic surgeries by proficiently passing instruments and equipment as needed.
• Maintaining a sterile and meticulously organized surgical environment throughout procedures to ensure the highest standards of patient safety.
• Collaborating closely with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes and seamless coordination of care.
• Offering compassionate support and guidance to patients and their families before and after orthopaedic procedures, ensuring they feel informed and reassured at every stage.

• Registered (RN/RGN) or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) qualification
• Valid and clear registration with the NMC or HCPC
• Proven experience in a Scrub role (Minimum 6 months)
• Comprehensive knowledge of surgical procedures, equipment, and sterile techniques
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety

• Prepare the operating theatre for surgeries by ensuring all necessary equipment and supplies are available and properly sterilized
• Assist surgeons during procedures by passing instruments, retractor, and other necessary items
• Monitor patients throughout the surgical process, ensuring their safety and comfort
• Adhere to infection control protocols and maintain a clean and sterile environment
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective patient care and positive surgical outcomes
• Provide support and guidance to less experienced staff members

• BSc (Hons) in Operating Department Practice or Registered General Nurse qualification
• Clear and valid registration with the HCPC or NMC
• Proven experience as an Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) - Scrub, Anaesthetics or Recovery (Minimum 6 months)
• Strong understanding of perioperative care principles and best practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse healthcare teams
• Commitment to upholding the highest standards of patient safety, dignity, and respect
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and adapt to rapidly changing situations

• Assisting in the preparation of the operating room and equipment for surgical procedures
• Providing pre-operative care to patients, including monitoring vital signs and administering medications
• Collaborating with surgeons, anaesthetists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a smooth and efficient surgical experience for patients
• Monitoring patients during surgery and providing immediate assistance as required
• Participating in post-operative patient care, including pain management and wound care
• Adhering to strict infection control protocols and maintaining a clean and safe operating environment
• Documenting patient information and maintaining accurate medical records
• Participating in continuous professional development and staying updated with the latest advancements in perioperative care

• Registered Nurse (RN/RGN) or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) qualification
• Valid and clear registration with the NMC or HCPC
• Proven track record in anaesthetics and recovery (6 months minimum)
• Up-to-date knowledge of perioperative care practices and techniques

• Demonstrate updated and comprehensive knowledge of current practices and cutting-edge techniques in perioperative care, showcasing continuous professional development and dedication to excellence.

• Prepare anaesthetic equipment and medications
• Assist the anaesthetist during procedures
• Monitor patients throughout anaesthesia and recovery
• Provide exceptional post-operative care to support smooth recovery
• Collaborate with nurses, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to deliver holistic patient care
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with protocols and regulations

Full Time FTC ending in November 2025

Milton Keynes

Salary From £29,245

Advert closing date: 04th October 2024

About the role:

This key role will be the technical lead responsible for investigating/resolving Net Debt activity for all customer portfolios.

The role holder will be an expert in knowing and anticipating what and why transactions exist on customer accounts. You will identify exceptions in processing and define solutions to continually develop, enhance and evolve operational process.

• Monitor and investigate the customer accounts portfolio, working to targets and Treating Customers Fairly (TCF) measures for resolution and clearance of Net Debt transactions, ensuring tolerances are fully documented and understood.
• As an expert on SAP FI customer account management, act as an advisor to the wider business to resolve problems and implement optimum and collaborative ways of working.
• Identifying the refund of customer transactions within refund rules to enable authorisation and processing of refunds to the customer.
• Understand the interaction and impact of subsidiary systems on the main accounting systems to ensure system integrity, particularly in relation to specific balance sheet and profit and loss accounts
• Utilising robust root cause analysis techniques, identify process enhancements and participate in delivering specific training programs within VWFS operational areas to correct and prevent reoccurrence of transactional processing issues.
• Carry out analysis to deliver key operational/management information
• Provide subject matter knowledge to support IT with resolution of system related incidents and UAT support.
• Responsible for the reconciliation of sales ledger balance sheet accounts, work with key stakeholders to manage and clear aged items to ensure customer account integrity.
• Carry out key month end tasks, including analysis in accordance with the month end timetable.

About you:

• In depth knowledge of SAP FI is essential
• AAT Qualified or part qualified Accountant
• An understanding of the VWFS portfolio and a commercial awareness
• Be experienced in the preparation of balance sheet reconciliations, investigation and clearing of outstanding items
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to clearly define and investigate complex business process issues
• Ability to interpret financial data and convert findings into recommendations and successful outcomes
• Organised and able to work flexibly and effectively under pressure in order to meet deadlines
• Methodical and disciplined approach to work
• Strong, confident and influential communicator able to collaborate with colleagues at all levels
• Self-motivated and a strong team player, motivated by new challenges
• Highly numeric with significant financial and commercial awareness
• Responsibility, reliability and accuracy in working practices is necessary to ensure business performance measures are achieved
• Creative thinker with the ability to produce original ideas to automate processes and deliver operational excellence.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications is essential with intermediate to advanced level Excel skills

What's in it for you?

A salary starting from £29,245 subject to experience and working 35 hours per week. You'll also receive an excellent benefits package including tax efficient company car from day one, 27 days holiday, pension, access to various health & wellbeing services, private medical insurance after 6 months as well as career progression, professional development and access to LinkedIn Learning

We also have a hybrid working model whereby colleagues work a minimum of one day in the Milton Keynes office. Flexibility is expected, you can also work in the office more if you'd prefer.

About Volkswagen Financial Services

Our mission is straight forward, we want to be 'The Key to Mobility'. What does that mean? To make getting from A-to-B as easy and simple for as many people as possible. To truly meet the mobility needs of people in a changing world, our offering goes beyond traditional vehicle financing. We do this by providing a range of finance and aftersales products on Volkswagen Group vehicles, as well as developing innovative mobility products designed to solve real problems and support our customers.

Volkswagen Financial Services is committed to being an inclusive employer and we welcome applications from everyone. Diversity and Inclusion is not just a statement for us and we are nurturing an environment where everyone can be their 100% self. If there is anything we can do to support you being your 100% self during our recruitment process, please let us know and we will support you as best we can.

Are you looking to broaden your clinical experience, working alongside the military in a temporary capacity?

We are looking for experienced, enthusiastic and professional healthcare candidates to work at military locations throughout the UK for ad-hoc assignments, which once registered, will be available to you through the easy to use Patchwork Health app.

HCRG is the first of its kind Staff Bank to support the permanent military and civilian workforce predominantly in the provision of primary, but also secondary, healthcare, dental and mental health services. Previous experience of working with the military population would be desirable but not necessary to apply to the Staff Bank.

By joining the Staff Bank, you will benefit from:

Priority access to temporary assignments
Continuity of access to temporary assignments
Access to a dedicated Bank Team
Free CPD Training
Free Health & Wellbeing Services
Free Occupational Health Screening
Free Appraisals
Free Revalidation
Free Mandatory Training
Interested in applying? Submit your CV to Hugo.sousa@hcrg.uk.com / 02072469153

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, age, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, religion and belief, pregnancy and maternity or disability.

Dates: 30/10/2024 -28/02/2025

LOCATION: HALTON DENTAL CENTRE HP22 5PG

JOB DESCRIPTION

DENTAL PRACTITIONER
A. OVERALL JOB DESCRIPTION - SERVICE REQUIREMENTS
1. To work independently and to provide both a full range of dental treatment to
maintain oral health and to undertake related general administrative duties where required to
work towards improving and maintaining the dental health and operational fitness of
personnel for whom they are providing care for.
2. To assist the Senior Dental Officer (SDO), when present, or operate independently to
achieve dental fitness targets, for all entitled personnel, as detailed in JSP 950 Leaflet 2-23-
1 and DPHC Dental SOPs.
3. To ensure that not less than 6.5 hours per day in 2 sessions are set aside for direct
patient contact.
4. To ensure that all treatment is correctly recorded on the electronic health record and
any relevant FMed documents.
B. STANDARDS TO WHICH A DENTAL PRACTITIONER MUST COMPLY WHEN
PROVIDING THE SERVICES
5. To comply with all relevant Contracting Authority policy including DPHC (Dental)
policies, regulations and orders as well as JSP 950 Leaflet 2-23-1 and other policies as
notified to the Dental Practitioner.
6. To ensure that surgery management, document administration (including the
rendering of dental returns and safe custody of F Med 271s) and maintenance of equipment
is undertaken to the standards laid out in JSP 950 Leaflet 2-23-1 and DPHC Dental SOPs.
7. Treatment is to be provided in accordance with The College of General Dentistry (CG
Dent) guidelines
8. To ensure compliance with radiation safety orders and adhere to current control of
substances hazardous to health (COSHH) regulations.
C. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE
9. Fully registered with the General Dental Council (GDC) without restrictions.
10. Certified completion of Foundation Training in Dentistry in the UK or have evidence of
at least 24 months full-time postgraduate clinical experience derived in a primary dental care
setting or have qualified before foundation training became compulsory in the NHS.
11. Must hold valid suitable and appropriate indemnity insurance with a recognised dental
defence organisation.
12. Must provide evidence of clinical currency in accordance with JSP 950 Leaflet 4-1-4
Returning to Clinical Practice, specifically a minimum of 2 clinical sessions per week over the
last 15 months.
13. To have completed GDC highly recommended Continuing Professional Development
(CPD) including medical emergencies, safeguarding children and vulnerable adults,
disinfection and decontamination, radiography and radiation protection.
14. To be trained and current in emergency and resuscitation procedures and have
practised and tested these procedures at least annually in accordance with Resuscitation
Council (UK) guidelines and JSP 950 Leaflet 4-6-1 DMS CPR Standards and Training.
15. Must have undertaken the additional health clearance checks for clinicians required
to perform Exposure Prone Procedures (in accordance with the Department of Health policy
entitled "Health clearance for tuberculosis, hepatitis B, hepatitis C and HIV: New Healthcare
Workers").
D. DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE
16. Previous Ministry of Defence (MoD) Experience.
17. An NHS Performer number.
18. A dentally related level 7 postgraduate qualification

Job Title: Receptionist

Location: Milton Keynes
Contract Type: Full-Time (37.5 hours per week), 6-Month Contract
Work Type: 100% Onsite
Pay Rate: £16.41 per hour (PAYE)
Hours: Flexible hours: 8am-4pm, 7am-3pm, or 9am-5pm

We are seeking an experienced and professional Receptionist for our Milton Keynes site. This role is a 6-month contract with the potential for flexibility in working hours. As the first point of contact for visitors and callers, you will play a vital role in ensuring smooth daily operations while providing essential support to the Fleet and HSE teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the first point of contact for all visitors and callers, ensuring clear and professional communication.
• Receive and direct calls in a courteous and efficient manner.
• Greet visitors, ensure proper sign-in, and communicate safety procedures.
• Handle all mail-related tasks, including courier services and maintaining postage machines.
• Manage meeting room bookings and assist with scheduling appointments and meetings.
• Order and arrange lunch for employees and visitors when needed.
• Oversee the office supply stockroom, place orders, and maintain effective administration.
• Contact vendors and suppliers regarding site shutdowns or disruptions in service.
• Maintain badges for new hires, contractors, and visitors.
• Provide additional administrative support and assist with assigned projects.

Special Responsibilities: This role offers unique added responsibilities, including:

• Acting as a Site Emergency Response Coordinator, responsible for managing fire roll calls.
• Supporting various Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) administrative tasks, including monitoring the Enablon and Archer systems, recording data, and tracking actions.
• Ensuring training is up to date for first aiders and fire marshals.
• Managing the pool car booking system and conducting regular checks on pool cars.

No prior experience with these responsibilities is required, as full training will be provided onsite.

Required Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar receptionist or administrative role.
• Ability to handle a variety of administrative tasks with attention to detail and professionalism.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a dynamic environment while providing essential support to a busy office. If you're local to the Milton Keynes area and looking for a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply now to join our team!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

We are looking for a temporary receptionist in Milton Keynes on a six month basis. Your role will involve greeting visitors, support different departments by dealing with requests in a timely manner. Along with reception duties you will be working together with the Fleet and HSE team.

Duties can include:

• Acting as first point of contact for visitors and callers
• Directing calls correctly and in an efficient manner
• Welcoming visitors, maintaining sign in measures and explaining health and safety procedures, provide them with badges
• Completing incoming and outgoing mail requirements
• Scheduling appointments and book meeting rooms
• Ordering lunch for employees and visitors
• Managing office supplies
• Providing admin support where required, recording and monitor data
• Acting as the Site Emergency Response Coordinator
• Ensuring relevant training is up to date for first aiders and fire marshals
• HSE Admin tasks

We are looking for

• Effective communicators who can convey a clear message to different people
• Organised individuals ability to organise workload
• Someone to build strong working relationships
• Take on new tasks with urgency and enthusiasm

To be considered for this role you must have 2 years+ relevant experience.

This role is fully office based and is 37.5hrs per week, there is some flexibility around the start time e.g. 7-3, 9-5 etc.

The pay rate is £16.41ph.

Apply today for immediate consideration!

Benefits of joining our Temps team:

* Weekly pay on a Friday - smooth payment process

* Working with committed and highly experienced recruitment consultant

For more information please contact New Appointments Group on 01795 702 722

CVs in Word Format to p.trustam@newappointmentsgroup.co.uk New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. Committed to diversity, equality and opportunity for all. Twitter: @nagforjobs

Job Description

Service Care Solutions are recruiting for a Support Worker to work at one of our Independent Hospitals in Somerset.

Shifts: Monday to Sunday

**no sponsorship available**

Service Information

• Across specialist hospitals, residential settings and community-based homes, our clients team of expert clinicians and therapists work together to provide holistic, person-centred care as part of complete care pathway for individuals with diverse and complex needs.
• The Hospital focus on achieving personalised outcomes that are appropriate for each individual they support across four divisions of Mental Health and Wellbeing, Learning Disabilities and Autism, Neurological and Children and Education.
• The Hospital bring knowledge, clinical expertise, quality services, good governance, good outcomes, CQUIN success, corporate memory, operational efficiency and good team work to all services. Led by industry experts, they ensure that the patient is at the heart of the company.
• The hospital is located in the heart of Milton Keynes and within reach of public transport.
• As a registered nurse, you are someone who looks after the well-being of people in their daily lives. You will help patients living with different physical disabilities and mental health needs to live their lives more independently and support them to reach their potential by providing both physical and emotional support.

Person Specification

The successful applicant must have:

• GCSEs in certain subjects are preferred, such as Maths, English, or Health and Social care
• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Mental Health Nurse.
• Previous experience in community setting
• Fully enhanced DBS
• Car driver and valid UK license is preferred

Service Care Solutions Benefits

At Service Care Solutions, we recognise increasing pressures on care staff, both work-based and financial, and want to help ease that burden.

• £250 Referral Bonus Paid after completion of 150 hours for any newly registered candidates who are referred over.

• £150 Job Referral Find your own job bonus - Receive £150 for bringing your own position to us, alternatively this also applies if you are not happy with your current agency but settled in your role we can pay £150 to switch.
• FREE Registration Process including Enhanced DBS Check, Occupational Health Appointments, Mandatory and Practical Training, Uniform
• Dedicated and Experienced One-to-One Specialist Consultant
• £250 Yearly CPD/Training Allowance/Registration Body Renewal

Sodexo’s defence catering, retail and leisure facilities have been developed to serve the needs of the Whole Force, based on our many years of customer insight. We create award-winning social spaces, develop tasty globally-influenced menus, and recruit and train highly-skilled, passionate people to deliver best-in-class military dining.

From high-street style restaurants to casual coffee bars and freshly made takeaway items, we are fuelling the modern military across all types of site, we now require a Service Delivery Managerfor RAF Halton, Buckinghamshire to support the General Manager in the day-to-day operational running of the different departments and facilities across the site which encompass the sergeant’s, officer’s and junior rank’s Mess as well as the retail shop and cleaning force.

You will have a Level 3 in Food safety and proven experience in facilities management managing large sites and ideally have extensive experience from a catering background within hospitality.

Leading from the front, you will oversee the following:

• Health and safety/food safety (including risk assessments and allergen checks)
• Leadership
• Audits
• Stock control
• Staff mentoring and training

It is important to remember that the site may be a place of work to the successful candidate but to the soldiers based their it is the home so you will need to approach the role with both passion and empathy and boast outstanding interpersonal skills.

This role will be Monday to Friday, working a 5 out of 7 schedule and shift pattern to meet the demands of the business.

For full details please refer to the Job Description

Package Description

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Access to ongoing training and development programs
• Countless opportunities to grow within the company
• Full training provided
• Health and wellbeing incentives
• Reward and Recognition schemes
• Flexible working considered
• Volunteering days
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life Assurance
• Free parking on site

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves.We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

All offers are subject to full security clearance checks

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) qualification

• Valid and clear registration with the NMC or HCPC
• Prior experience as a Surgical First Assistant (Minimum 6 months)
• Knowledge of surgical procedures and best practices
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to remain calm and focused in high-pressure situations

• Provide assistance to surgeons during surgical procedures as per established protocols and standards
• Prepare and organize surgical equipment and instruments
• Maintain a sterile and safe surgical environment
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure the best possible patient outcomes
• Continuously monitor and assess patients during surgical procedures
• Adhere to ethical and professional standards at all times
• Provide support and guidance to other healthcare professionals as required