Total 1,059 job vacancies in Blackburn, BB1 3BL

We are looking for an outstanding Assistant Cookwhos passionate about food and wants to make a difference. Youll be working full time, 40 hours per week at Cygnet Fountains, creating an excellent experience for the people in our care. Cygnet Fountains is a high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) service for men who have severe and enduring mental illness and who may have been detained under the Mental Health Act. The individuals we support come to us following multiple placement breakdowns, failed treatment programmes or stepping down from secure settings. At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work. With us, youll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people. Your day-to-day... Assist in the preparation of balanced, appetising meals Perform cooking tasks & other kitchen duties Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas & dining room Wash utensils, dishes & make sure they are stored appropriately Rotate stock & put away all deliveries Maintain personal hygiene to comply with Cygnet standards and food hygiene regulations Handle, maintain & store kitchen equipment in accordance with Cygnet procedures Use chemicals in line with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations Why Cygnet? Well offer you Strong career progression opportunities Expert supervision & support Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme & employee discount savings You are... Experienced in catering, preferably within a care setting The holder of a food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards Enthusiastic, keen to learn & an active team member Polite & professional, with a positive attitude at all times An excellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levels Diligent & take pride in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness Able to work on your own initiative, as part of a team & under supervision Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role youll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

Have a wide knowledge base of common surgical presentations Ability to undertake thorough patient history Competence in clinical examinations Have a thorough understanding of relevant diagnostics Knowledge of investigation interpretation, such as blood, x rays and ECGs Keep up to date with best clinical practice Safely prescribe treatments in line with national and local guidance and formularies Prepare accurate and concise reports Assist with the management of Trainee ACPs within General Surgery Support junior clinicians to plan and manage episodes of patient care Act as a role model for junior clinicians Practice in an autonomous, professional and self-directed manner Partake in audit and research, attending clinical audit sessions as necessary Partake in learning and educational opportunities in order to meet specific learning requirements

Installation Engineer -. Are you ready to play a pivotal role in a company that's been at the forefront of the refrigeration and air conditioning industry for over 65 years?

We are looking for an Installation Engineer who is an expert engineer with a flexible approach to work to join our team in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire.

Why Pitkin & Ruddock?

Pitkin & Ruddock specialise in Temperature Controlled Environments including refrigeration, heat recovery, ventilation, heat pumps and air-conditioning. As East Anglia's leading temperature control solutions provider, we offer a dynamic environment where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do!

About the role:

As an Installation Engineer, you will be executing the installation and commissioning of both new and used air conditioning, refrigeration, and associated equipment with precision. Your responsibilities could also include performing service and repair work on a wide range of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment. Offering technical support to your peers, participating in our 24-hour On-Call system, and maintaining excellent customer relationships are key parts of the role. You will also be responsible for completing necessary administrative tasks, such as job cards, reports, and timesheets, and promoting Pitkin & Ruddock's values and objectives.

Key responsibilities will include:

- Execute installation and commissioning of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment.

- Perform service repairs and ensure optimal equipment functioning.

- Offer technical support and guidance to peers, fostering team development.

- Participate in a 24-hour On-Call system for uninterrupted client service.

- Complete job cards, reports, and timesheets accurately.

- Engage with clients directly to ensure customer satisfaction.

- Advocate for Pitkin & Ruddock's values and seek company growth opportunities.

About you:

You are a hands-on engineering expert with a flexible approach to work, ready to travel and adapt to client demands. Your strong understanding of health and safety practises within the refrigeration and HVAC industry is complemented by your proactive support for junior team development and keen eye for business opportunities. Technical proficiency and precision on installations is essential, as is your commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and safety. Excellent communication skills and a customer-first approach are your key strengths.

Everything we do at Pitkin & Ruddock Ltd starts with people; our success is built on long-term working relationships with our customers, employees, and suppliers. We are a large, local, family company that pride ourselves in delivering excellence through service.

We consider our employees to be part of our familyso when you join Pitkin & Ruddock, you'll be joining a company that wants you to grow with us and stay with us. We actively provide training and development for employees to reach their full potential, encouraging them to excel in their trade. We truly believe as a family run business, no-one is ever just a number, your efforts are recognised and rewarded.

We have a fair, competitive salary of between £31,000 - 45,000 per annum dependent upon experience. We have a company pension scheme and increasing annual leave entitlement for length of service.You will be provided with a company van and fuel card and specialist tools and a mobile phone. We also provide regular manufacturer training, annual occupational health assessments and a winter flu vaccination programme.

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we would love to hear from you! Please apply by forwarding your CV as soon as possible.

If you require any reasonable adjustments such as access or information in an alternative format, please inform us soon as you are able so that we can make the appropriate adjustments.

Please check your email inbox and spam/junk mail folder for any email correspondence for this vacancy.

No recruitment agencies, please

Additional keywords: Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, Engineer, Engineering, City and Guilds, installation engineer

This vacancy is being advertised and handled through Spider, the region's Online Job Advertiser on our behalf. We both take your privacy seriously. When you apply, your details are processed and available for us to directly review for this vacancy. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. For full Privacy Policy details please see email correspondences on receipt of your application.

Assistant Manager -. Are you ready to play a pivotal role in a company that's been at the forefront of the refrigeration and air conditioning industry for over 65 years?

We are looking for an Assistant Manager who has a background in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration to join our team in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire.

Why Pitkin & Ruddock?

Pitkin & Ruddock specialise in Temperature Controlled Environments including refrigeration, heat recovery, ventilation, heat pumps and air-conditioning. As East Anglia's leading temperature control solutions provider, we offer a dynamic environment where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do!

About the role:

As an Assistant Manager, you will support the Branch Manager in the smooth running of the Bishop's Stortford service centre. The role involves managing operations to ensure high-quality delivery and maximum engineer productivity. You will proactively identify and nurture new business opportunities to drive profitability and sustainable growth. Building strong customer relations is key, as is overseeing engineering projects to ensure they are executed efficiently and cost-effectively. You will mentor branch colleagues, ensuring adherence to health and safety compliance, and contribute to a safe and effective working environment.

Key responsibilities will include:

- Support the Branch Manager in ensuring high-quality delivery and productivity

- Identify and nurture new business opportunities

- Foster strong relationships with customers

- Oversee engineering projects from start to finish

- Mentor and collaborate with colleagues

- Ensure adherence to safety policies

About you:

You should have a solid technical education with engineering qualifications in mechanical, electrical, or refrigeration/air-conditioning fields. Previous experience in a contracting environment is advantageous, along with high self-motivation and a focused work ethic. Demonstrating strong leadership abilities with excellent organisational and time management skills is essential. You'll have exceptional communication skills to engage effectively at all levels and work collaboratively. A flexible and adaptable approach with a positive attitude is key, as is proficiency in using computer systems (Mac and PC), particularly M365, Word, and Excel. Familiarity with health, safety, and environmental issues, particularly in the refrigeration and air-conditioning industry, is preferred. A full clean UK Driving Licence is essential.

Everything we do at Pitkin & Ruddock Ltd starts with people; our success is built on long-term working relationships with our customers, employees, and suppliers. We are a large, local, family company that pride ourselves in delivering excellence through service.

We consider our employees to be part of our familyso when you join Pitkin & Ruddock, you'll be joining a company that wants you to grow with us and stay with us. We actively provide training and development for employees to reach their full potential, encouraging them to excel in their trade. We truly believe as a family run business, no-one is ever just a number, your efforts are recognised and rewarded.

We have a fair, competitive salary of between £40,000 - £50,000 per annum dependent upon experience. We have a company pension scheme and increasing annual leave entitlement for length of service.You will be provided with a hybrid company car and fuel card, together with a laptop and mobile phone. We also provide regular manufacturer training, annual occupational health assessments and a winter flu vaccination programme.

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we would love to hear from you! Please apply by forwarding your CV as soon as possible.

If you require any reasonable adjustments such as access or information in an alternative format, please inform us soon as you are able so that we can make the appropriate adjustments.

Please check your email inbox and spam/junk mail folder for any email correspondence for this vacancy.

No recruitment agencies, please

Additional keywords: Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, Engineer, Engineering, City and Guilds, manager, management, branch manager, operations, assistant

This vacancy is being advertised and handled through Spider, the region's Online Job Advertiser on our behalf. We both take your privacy seriously. When you apply, your details are processed and available for us to directly review for this vacancy. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. For full Privacy Policy details please see email correspondences on receipt of your application.

We are seeking to appoint a qualified Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) from a Registered Nurse or Allied Health Professional background, to join our Emergency General Surgical team for a 12-month period.

The role entails working across the Surgical Division including our Surgical Wards, Surgical Ambulatory Emergency Care Unit (SAECU) and Emergency Surgical Unit (ESU). Our departments are supported by General Surgical Consultants, Surgical Registrars, ACPs and Junior Doctors. Flexible working is required as we cover SAECU/ESU seven days a week. This role doesnotentail working night shifts, however weekend day cover is required on a rotational basis every eight weeks.

Interested applicants must be a qualified ACP and possess a MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice. The ability to work as an independent Non-Medical Prescriber is essential therefore applicants must also possess a NMP qualification.

You will be required to assess and diagnose patients presenting with acute surgical presentations whilst devising management plans and implementing safe, personal and effective care.

You will be required to practice in a professional and self-directed manner with confidence and expertise.

You will be expected to provide strong leadership to both the nursing, medical and surgical teams across all of our departments, ensuring episodes of patient care are managed thoroughly.

We are continuously looking at ways in which we can improve our services therefore you will be required to partake in audit and research, and quality improvement initiatives within the Surgical Division.

This role can be demanding therefore evidence of effective organisational and interpersonal skills, enthusiasm and flexibility will need to be demonstrated.

At East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust, our vision is to be widely recognised for providing Safe, Personal and Effective care. We currently provide high quality services and treat over 600,000 people across East Lancashire and the surrounding area. We employ over 7,000 staff, many of whom are internationally renowned and have won awards for their work.

We are committed to providing a working environment that is supportive, responsive and realistic with the demands we face, whilst taking into account the specific clinical interests of the post holder.
• Have a wide knowledge base of common surgical presentations
• Ability to undertake thorough patient history
• Competence in clinical examinations
• Have a thorough understanding of relevant diagnostics
• Knowledge of investigation interpretation, such as blood, x rays and ECGs
• Keep up to date with best clinical practice
• Safely prescribe treatments in line with national and local guidance and formularies
• Prepare accurate and concise reports
• Assist with the management of Trainee ACPs within General Surgery
• Support junior clinicians to plan and manage episodes of patient care
• Act as a role model for junior clinicians
• Practice in an autonomous, professional and self-directed manner
• Partake in audit and research, attending clinical audit sessions as necessary
• Partake in learning and educational opportunities in order to meet specific learning requirements


This advert closes on Wednesday 6 Nov 2024

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work in this service. We are looking for a full time, Band 7 Team Leader. The postholder will provide clinical leadership and first line management for The Specialist Perinatal Community Mental Health Team (SPMCHT) in Pennine Lancashire.

SPCMHT aspire to provide an excellent comprehensive Perinatal Mental Health Service for the women of Lancashire and South Cumbria. We deliver a sustainable and resilient solution for women suffering from a mental illness in the perinatal period by focusing on improving outcomes for them, their infant and their families. We do this by effective multidisciplinary integrated team working and ensuring effective prevention that responds to local need by:

• Intervening earlier to at preconception, during pregnancy and up to 2 years following delivery.
• On-going training of professionals from multiple disciplines.
• Improving pathways and processes for mothers, partners, their families and professionals.
• Delivering a multi-disciplinary specialist perinatal mental health service to woman who present with severe/complex mental health needs.

To provide clinical leadership and first line management for a community-based mental health team in a designated geographical locality within Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust.

The post holder will work with senior clinicians and have responsibility for the delivery of high quality and high performing team to a defined population.

To ensure that staff in the team have opportunities for continuing professional development, in order to provide best practice and meet the requirements of registering bodies, and to drive improvements in standards of clinical practice and patient care in line with the NHS modernisation and Public Health agendas.

To provide direct clinical care to patients.

To work with senior clinicians to actively lead in the delivery of the clinical governance, quality improvement and performance management agenda within an identified locality team.

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care.
The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.
Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time and career breaks. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview.

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role.


This advert closes on Wednesday 6 Nov 2024

We are looking for an outstanding Assistant Cook who’s passionate about food and wants to make a difference.

You’ll be working full time, 40 hours per week at Cygnet Fountains, creating an excellent experience for the people in our care.

Cygnet Fountains is a high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) service for men who have severe and enduring mental illness and who may have been detained under the Mental Health Act. The individuals we support come to us following multiple placement breakdowns, failed treatment programmes or stepping down from secure settings.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts – as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits – to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

With us, you’ll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people.

Your day-to-day...

• Assist in the preparation of balanced, appetising meals
• Perform cooking tasks & other kitchen duties
• Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas & dining room
• Wash utensils, dishes & make sure they are stored appropriately
• Rotate stock & put away all deliveries
• Maintain personal hygiene to comply with Cygnet standards and food hygiene regulations
• Handle, maintain & store kitchen equipment in accordance with Cygnet procedures
• Use chemicals in line with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…

• Strong career progression opportunities
• Expert supervision & support
• Pension scheme
• “Cycle to work” scheme & employee discount savings

You are...

• Experienced in catering, preferably within a care setting
• The holder of a food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards
• Enthusiastic, keen to learn & an active team member
• Polite & professional, with a positive attitude at all times
• An excellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levels
• Diligent & take pride in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness
• Able to work on your own initiative, as part of a team & under supervision

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you’ll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

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Teacher of English, St Kentigerns Academy, 35 hours per week, Permanent, Closing Date 6th November 2024

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds

West Lothian Council are committed to far reaching changes to the way we deliver our Education Services. These changes include giving you the support and environment that you need to get on with your job and develop your abilities. Our dedication is demonstrated by the whole council achievement of the Investors in People Standard and always aiming a little higher in our service delivery and improvements.

St Kentigern’s Academy is a Catholic secondary school situated in Blackburn, West Lothian. The school has ten associated primary schools drawing a comprehensive mix of students and serves the communities of Blackburn, Whitburn, Bathgate, Armadale, Linlithgow, Fauldhouse, West Calder, Polbeth, Stoneyburn and Addiewell. The current school roll is 1090 Students with 92 (fte) members of teaching staff including those designated to support students with additional learning needs.

St Kentigern’s Academy has an excellent reputation in the local community, particularly for the high standards of conduct and confidence displayed by students. In addition to the formal curriculum, a wide range of extra-curricular and out-of-hours activities are on offer. The school receives a high level of support and encouragement from parents. Attendance at parents’ evenings is good, and information and consultation exercises are very well supported.

We offer the full range of National Qualifications found in a modern Scottish secondary school. We aim to provide experiences that result in a creative and enterprising attitude in our students, to develop young people with a sense of pride and ambition to contribute positively to the local, national and international community.

You would work in partnership with all stakeholders within St Kentigern’s Academy to ensure a high quality student experience that reflects curricular design principles and student entitlements with the ultimate aim of maximised achievement and attainment for all. The school values – love, faith, equality, inclusiveness, hope and respect - underpin all decision making in the daily life of the school.

A relevant teaching qualification and registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland is essential.

A relevant teaching qualification and registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland is essential.

Written approval by the Catholic Church will be required for this position. Please see www.sces.uk.com for further information.

This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Successful candidates will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment and the cost will be met by the candidate.

The fee for a Full PVG Scheme Membership is £59 or Existing Member is £18.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role.

More detail about the role can be found in the attached job description which contains the main duties and responsibilities that the successful candidate will be expected to carry out.

The post holder is an experienced specialist Health Care Professions Council Registered Biomedical Scientist who provides a continuous and comprehensive blood science service as an aid to effective diagnosis and treatment. The post entails confirmation of the analytical and technical validity of investigations, liaising with clinical and blood science staff to ensure diagnostically abnormal results are urgently acted upon.Where undertaken, staff committing to working unsocial hours will have significantly different working patterns and responsibilities to routine core hours. This is because these staff operate and communicate as a lone front line self-governing service provider and assume first line responsibility. MAIN DUTIES:o Provide a rapid, reliable and efficient service by performing a comprehensive range of routine and specialized analyses. o Perform investigations and analytical techniques unsupervised whilst organizing own work tasks, normally under the direction of a Section Leader. o The post holder is required to rotate through all the sections of the department including specimen reception. o Apply the approved Standard Operating Procedures used in the Department. o Assist in the development of Standard Operating Procedures, and recommend improvements and amendments as necessary. o Perform complex manual and automated analytical investigations requiring specialist skills. o Operate complex, high value analytical equipment without supervision. o Maintain, troubleshoot and repair faults in complex laboratory instruments, ensuring essential services are maintained in the event of technical failure. o Prepare reagents, control materials and calibrators with a high degree of accuracy and precision. o Required to work with hazardous and noxious chemicals, and with frequent exposure to uncontained body substances. o Check reliability of results to ensure accuracy and precision by applying quality assurance statistical criteria. o Interpretation of results requiring subjective judgement and analytical expertise. o Recognise grossly abnormal and life threatening results. o Validate and report test results in a timely fashion so that they may be acted on as necessary by clinicians. o Provide technical interpretation and comment on validity of results. o Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient results, quality control data and calculations. o Participate in departmental audit and internal / external Quality Assurance programs. o Work with laboratory and Trust information systems. o Maintain, troubleshoot and repair faults with laboratory point of care equipment in clinical areas and liaise with service engineers and ward staff as required. o Supervision of MLA and Trainee BMS staff. o Assist in the departments stock control procedures. o Adhere to the departmental Quality management systems. o General clerical and administrative tasks. o Selection, matching and timely issuing of correct blood products in response to medical prescription, o Maintain adequate supplies of all blood products, liaising with Blood Transfusion Service and other outside agencies. o Maintain an accurate audit trail of the fate of all blood products. o Ensure that blood products are stored in compliance with NationalGuidelines

To provide a high standard of service to MSK patients within the Integrated MSK Service as set out in the attached job description

Please see the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information about the role

More detail about the role can be found in the attached job description which contains the main duties and responsibilities that the successful candidate will be expected to carry out.

You will be responsible for assessment, intervention, and discharge of a caseload of patients, act as the direct supervisor to staff and provide support and expertise to the other members of the team. See attached job description for details.