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FE Student Pastoral Support and Engagement Officer

£22,071.09 - £22,289 Gross Per Annum

Hours: 37 hours x 52 weeks

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Blackburn

The College is looking to appoint a dynamic, flexible and pro-active individual, responsible for student pastoral support needs and providing effective interventions for students that disengage with their studies.

The focus of this role is to support positive student engagement (both young people and adults) and to identity and resolve barriers to positive attendance, retention and achievement.

As a key member of the Student Support and Experience Team, you will take responsibility for providing timely interventions and support teaching and support colleagues to effectively safeguarded students and determine strategies to address pastoral and engagement issues, including maximising external agency support and outreach services.

You will champion pastoral themes and provide an engaging prevention and ‘early help’ offer as part of a centralised Pastoral Hub. You must demonstrate excellent use of initiative; have strong communication skills and the ability to work with individuals from a range of backgrounds.

You must have previous professional experience of working hard to engage individuals and have a strong understanding of the range of issues facing young people which may present barriers to educational achievement. You will also have significant experience of working with a range of disengaged young people and experience of motivating individuals to influence positive engagement and change in attitude/behaviour.

You will have a Level 2 Qualification or equivalent in numeracy and literacy. A Level 3 professional qualification in Educations, Child Care, Social Care, Youth Work or Health would be an advantage.

As an individual you will be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Please click apply and we will email you the full JD, PS & application form. Please demonstrate clearly on your application form how you meet the criteria detailed in the person specification.

The college values diversity and is committed to create a diverse workforce. Blackburn College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to a variety of pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references, medical clearance, and an enhanced DBS check.

Closing Date: Tuesday 10 December 2024 at 9am

Assessment Centre Date: to be confirmed

Prestige Nursing East Lancashire is looking for new Support Workers to join our growing team supporting individuals within their own homes and care settings.

Experience of supporting individuals with Acquired Brain or Spinal Injuries is preferred, but not essential. However you will require access to your own vehicle.

Having secured a significant amount of new work opportunities, we need compassionate, committed, caring staff to join our team and support our service users across the region.

We provide all new members with our mandatory training programme, and further client-specific training where necessary.

We offer our members a variety of work patterns with service users throughout Accrington, Blackburn, Burnley, Colne, Darwen, Nelson, Rochdale, Preston and surrounding areas.

We endeavour to keep you working as close to home as possible, but you will require access to your own vehicle and a full UK driving licence.

The Role:

Tasks may include:

• Promoting independence
• Administering medication
• Encouraging diet and fluid intake
• Facilitating access to the community
• Encouraging good personal hygiene, including assisting with personal care as necessary
• Completing documentation to a high standard

About us:

Prestige Nursing East Lancashire is a family-run business, providing a wide range of healthcare solutions to individuals within their own homes and care settings.

We pride ourselves on a reputation for providing excellent care services and being one of the best care and support agencies in East Lancashire. We strive to provide a high standard of care to all of our service users.

Feedback on our services from staff and service users includes:

'I wish I had joined Prestige years ago. One hundred percent a pleasure to work for.'

'The staff I worked with worked well as a team and management were very helpful.'

'The best agency I have worked for by far. They keep me updated, there is good communication and they give me more than enough work.'

'I don't know how we would have coped without Prestige's support, members of the care team have felt like family at times.'

'I cannot fault the attention to care that my mother received throughout the pandemic. Despite challenging circumstances, the carers and branch team at Prestige Nursing East Lancs have done everything possible to keep our family safe, supported and happy. We cannot praise them enough.'

'As a previous employee of prestige, I can safely say, anyone looking for work who is willing to put the effort in, genuinely cares, and is willing to work hard, will have opportunity to grow both in their career and in their annual income! You will get what you give with this company, and they will do their best to accommodate your wishes. I absolutely recommend it to anyone experienced in the health and social care sector.'

Our family truly cares about the well-being of all staff and service users and strives to achieve the best possible outcomes for all stakeholders.

Why work for Prestige?

• Access to Prestige's extensive free training programs.
• Access to external training providers in NVQ 2,3,5 in Health and Social Care.
• Ongoing in-house training to extend your knowledge of working practice.
• Weekly pay into your bank, along with accrued holiday pay.
• Flexible working hours.
• Free uniform.

"By submitting your details, you acknowledge that Prestige Nursing Ltd is collecting, processing and using your personal data for managing your application and establishing an applicant database. For more information, please visit our Applicant Policy"

WE CAN FAST TRACK YOU APPLICATION IF YOUR DBS IS ON THE UPDATE SERVICE

*pay rates are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%*

Prestige Nursing East Lancashire is looking for new members to join our growing team supporting individuals within their own homes and care settings.

Experience of working in care is preferred, but not essential but you will require access to your own vehicle if completing day shifts - mileage is paid.

Having secured a significant amount of new work opportunities, we need compassionate, committed, caring staff to join our team and support our service users across the region.

We provide all new members with our mandatory training programme, and further client-specific training where necessary.

We offer our members a variety of work patterns with service users on care routes throughout Accrington, Blackburn, Burnley, Colne, Darwen, Nelson, and surrounding areas.

We endeavour to keep you working as close to home as possible, but you will require access to your own vehicle and a full UK driving licence.

The Role:

Tasks may include:

• Personal care tasks; including washing and toileting
• Administering medication
• Encouraging diet and fluid intake
• Promoting independence
• Completing documentation to a high standard
• Using Prestige's call monitoring service

Members are typically required to work between:

08:00 - 14:00

14:00 - 22:00

18:00 - 22:00

22:00 - 07:00

About us:

Prestige Nursing East Lancashire is a family-run business, providing a wide range of healthcare solutions to individuals within their own homes and care settings.

We pride ourselves on a reputation for providing excellent care services and being one of the best care and support agencies in East Lancashire. We strive to provide a high standard of care to all of our service users.

Feedback on our services from staff and service users includes:

'I wish I had joined Prestige years ago. One hundred percent a pleasure to work for.'

'The staff I worked with worked well as a team and management were very helpful.'

'The best agency I have worked for by far. They keep me updated, there is good communication and they give me more than enough work.'

'I don't know how we would have coped without Prestige's support, members of the care team have felt like family at times.'

'I cannot fault the attention to care that my mother received throughout the pandemic. Despite challenging circumstances, the carers and branch team at Prestige Nursing East Lancs have done everything possible to keep our family safe, supported and happy. We cannot praise them enough.'

'As a previous employee of prestige, I can safely say, anyone looking for work who is willing to put the effort in, genuinely cares, and is willing to work hard, will have opportunity to grow both in their career and in their annual income! You will get what you give with this company, and they will do their best to accommodate your wishes. I absolutely recommend it to anyone experienced in the health and social care sector.'

Our family truly cares about the well-being of all staff and service users and strives to achieve the best possible outcomes for all stakeholders.

Why work for Prestige?

• Access to Prestige's extensive free training programs.
• Access to external training providers in NVQ 2,3,5 in Health and Social Care.
• Ongoing in-house training to extend your knowledge of working practice.
• Weekly pay into your bank, along with accrued holiday pay.
• Flexible working hours.
• Free uniform.

"By submitting your details, you acknowledge that Prestige Nursing Ltd is collecting, processing and using your personal data for managing your application and establishing an applicant database. For more information, please visit our Applicant Policy"

WE CAN FAST TRACK YOU APPLICATION IF YOUR DBS IS ON THE UPDATE SERVICE

*pay rates are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%*

Prestige Nursing East Lancashire is looking for new Night Care Assistants to join our growing team supporting individuals within their own homes and care settings.

Experience of working in care is preferred, but not essential but you will require access to your own vehicle - mileage is paid.

Having secured a significant amount of new work opportunities, we need compassionate, committed, caring staff to join our team and support our service users across the region.

We provide all new members with our mandatory training programme, and further client-specific training where necessary.

We offer our members a variety of work patterns with service users on care routes throughout Accrington, Blackburn, Burnley, Colne, Darwen, Nelson, and surrounding areas.

We endeavour to keep you working as close to home as possible, but you will require access to your own vehicle and a full UK driving licence.

The Role:

Tasks may include:

• Personal care tasks; including washing and toileting
• Administering medication
• Encouraging diet and fluid intake
• Promoting independence
• Completing documentation to a high standard
• Using Prestige's call monitoring service

Night Care Assistants are typically required to work between:

22:00 - 07:00

20:00 - 0800

About us:

Prestige Nursing East Lancashire is a family-run business, providing a wide range of healthcare solutions to individuals within their own homes and care settings.

We pride ourselves on a reputation for providing excellent care services and being one of the best care and support agencies in East Lancashire. We strive to provide a high standard of care to all of our service users.

Feedback on our services from staff and service users includes:

'I wish I had joined Prestige years ago. One hundred percent a pleasure to work for.'

'The staff I worked with worked well as a team and management were very helpful.'

'The best agency I have worked for by far. They keep me updated, there is good communication and they give me more than enough work.'

'I don't know how we would have coped without Prestige's support, members of the care team have felt like family at times.'

'I cannot fault the attention to care that my mother received throughout the pandemic. Despite challenging circumstances, the carers and branch team at Prestige Nursing East Lancs have done everything possible to keep our family safe, supported and happy. We cannot praise them enough.'

'As a previous employee of prestige, I can safely say, anyone looking for work who is willing to put the effort in, genuinely cares, and is willing to work hard, will have opportunity to grow both in their career and in their annual income! You will get what you give with this company, and they will do their best to accommodate your wishes. I absolutely recommend it to anyone experienced in the health and social care sector.'

Our family truly cares about the well-being of all staff and service users and strives to achieve the best possible outcomes for all stakeholders.

Why work for Prestige?

• Access to Prestige's extensive free training programs.
• Access to external training providers in NVQ 2,3,5 in Health and Social Care.
• Ongoing in-house training to extend your knowledge of working practice.
• Weekly pay into your bank, along with accrued holiday pay.
• Flexible working hours.
• Free uniform.

"By submitting your details, you acknowledge that Prestige Nursing Ltd is collecting, processing and using your personal data for managing your application and establishing an applicant database. For more information, please visit our Applicant Policy"

WE CAN FAST TRACK YOU APPLICATION IF YOUR DBS IS ON THE UPDATE SERVICE

*pay rates are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%*

Prestige Nursing East Lancashire is looking for new members to join our growing team supporting individuals within their own homes and care settings.

Experience of working in care is preferred, but not essential but you will require access to your own vehicle if completing day shifts - mileage is paid.

Having secured a significant amount of new work opportunities, we need compassionate, committed, caring staff to join our team and support our service users across the region.

We provide all new members with our mandatory training programme, and further client-specific training where necessary.

We offer our members a variety of work patterns with service users on care routes throughout Accrington, Blackburn, Burnley, Colne, Darwen, Nelson, and surrounding areas.

We endeavour to keep you working as close to home as possible, but you will require access to your own vehicle and a full UK driving licence.

The Role:

Tasks may include:

• Personal care tasks; including washing and toileting
• Administering medication
• Encouraging diet and fluid intake
• Promoting independence
• Completing documentation to a high standard
• Using Prestige's call monitoring service

Members are typically required to work between:

08:00 - 14:00

14:00 - 22:00

18:00 - 22:00

22:00 - 07:00

About us:

Prestige Nursing East Lancashire is a family-run business, providing a wide range of healthcare solutions to individuals within their own homes and care settings.

We pride ourselves on a reputation for providing excellent care services and being one of the best care and support agencies in East Lancashire. We strive to provide a high standard of care to all of our service users.

Feedback on our services from staff and service users includes:

'I wish I had joined Prestige years ago. One hundred percent a pleasure to work for.'

'The staff I worked with worked well as a team and management were very helpful.'

'The best agency I have worked for by far. They keep me updated, there is good communication and they give me more than enough work.'

'I don't know how we would have coped without Prestige's support, members of the care team have felt like family at times.'

'I cannot fault the attention to care that my mother received throughout the pandemic. Despite challenging circumstances, the carers and branch team at Prestige Nursing East Lancs have done everything possible to keep our family safe, supported and happy. We cannot praise them enough.'

'As a previous employee of prestige, I can safely say, anyone looking for work who is willing to put the effort in, genuinely cares, and is willing to work hard, will have opportunity to grow both in their career and in their annual income! You will get what you give with this company, and they will do their best to accommodate your wishes. I absolutely recommend it to anyone experienced in the health and social care sector.'

Our family truly cares about the well-being of all staff and service users and strives to achieve the best possible outcomes for all stakeholders.

Why work for Prestige?

• Access to Prestige's extensive free training programs.
• Access to external training providers in NVQ 2,3,5 in Health and Social Care.
• Ongoing in-house training to extend your knowledge of working practice.
• Weekly pay into your bank, along with accrued holiday pay.
• Flexible working hours.
• Free uniform.

"By submitting your details, you acknowledge that Prestige Nursing Ltd is collecting, processing and using your personal data for managing your application and establishing an applicant database. For more information, please visit our Applicant Policy"

WE CAN FAST TRACK YOU APPLICATION IF YOUR DBS IS ON THE UPDATE SERVICE

*pay rates are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%*

Are you ready to make a real difference in people's lives? At Prestige Nursing East Lancashire, we're seeking a dedicated and compassionate Complex Care Coordinator to join our Blackburn office team. You'll play a key role in planning, organising, and overseeing exceptional care and support for individuals in their homes and care settings.

We're offering a competitive salary of £28,300 to £33,875 per year, depending on your experience and to be agreed upon with the successful candidate.

Why Join Us?

As a family-run business, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality care while fostering a supportive and caring workplace for our team. Our mission is to provide the best possible care to our service users, and we need committed, caring professionals like you to help us achieve that goal.

What We're Looking For:

While experience in planning and coordinating is preferred, it's not essential. What matters most is your flexible, enthusiastic, and can-do attitude. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with great organisational skills and a passion for improving lives.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• - Create and manage staff rosters using Webroster.
• - Allocate, process, and oversee new care package referrals.
• - Handle changes to care packages and maintain accurate staff availability records.
• - Respond to calls and inquiries professionally, escalating as needed.
• - Collaborate with colleagues, professional bodies, and family members to ensure the best outcomes for service users.

Success in this Role Will Look Like:

• - Meeting utilisation and performance targets.
• - Ensuring care is allocated effectively to meet service users' needs.
• - Supporting the branch team in achieving business and compliance objectives.

What We Offer You:

• - Competitive salary of £28,300 to £33,875 p/a.
• - Company pension (NEST).
• - 28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays).
• - A supportive, family-like working environment.
• - Access to QCF Health and Social Care qualifications.
• - Ongoing in-house training to enhance your skills.
• - Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).

What You'll Need:

• - Self-motivation and adaptability to change.
• - Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• - Strong computer literacy.
• - An eye for detail and the ability to perform under pressure.
• - A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.

Why Prestige?

We're more than just a care provider-we're a family. Our dedication to quality care extends to our staff, who often describe Prestige as a place where they feel truly valued and supported.

Here's What People Say About Us:

• - "I wish I had joined Prestige years ago. It's a pleasure to work for them."
• - "The carers feel like family at times. I don't know how we would have coped without their support."
• - "Prestige supported our family through the pandemic with care and attention beyond compare."

If you're passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a team that truly cares, apply today to join our growing Prestige family. Together, we can achieve outstanding outcomes for our service users and staff alike.

By submitting your details, you acknowledge that Prestige Nursing Ltd is collecting, processing and using your personal data for managing your application and establishing an applicant database. For more information, please visit our Applicant Policy

Job Role: Care Assistant

Job Type: Zero Hours Contract

Key Responsibilities:
• Assisting clients with their personal care needs such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Helping clients with mobility and daily activities
• Monitoring and reporting any changes in clients' health and well-being
• Assisting with medication administration
• Providing companionship and emotional support to clients
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records
• Communicating effectively with clients, family members, and other healthcare professionals

Qualifications:
• NVQ Health and Social Care Level 2 (Desirable)

Pro Assist Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to provide care and support to residents in residential care homes. An NVQ Health and Social Care Level 2 is desirable but not essential.

The position is on a zero-hour contract, you will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check unless you are registered with DBS Update Service.

You must be able to provide a valid right to work in the UK to be considered for this role.

If you are passionate about providing care and support to others, we are looking for, please apply for this exciting opportunity today. we would love to hear from you.

Pro Assist Healthcare Ltd is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.

*Please Note: We do not currently offer any sponsorships*

An exciting and challenging opportunity has arisen for a forward thinking, highly motivated, innovative, dedicated and experienced Mental Health Practitioner to support in the leadership of Pennine West HBTT. You will be responsible for providing leadership to the team together with the Operational and Clinical Lead. You will also be working closely with team leaders and colleagues in Pennine East HBTT.

You will be expected to reflect LSCFT values of being kind, respectful, working as part of a team and always learning. You should have at least 2 years experience of working at a senior practitioner level and demonstrate evidence of supporting teams & individuals through change.

Experience of working within the community Urgent Care pathway is desirable. You should also be able to demonstrate a commitment to supporting engagement with service users and carers to support service development.

You should be able to demonstrate evidence of care that facilitates a positive culture of patient engagement, a commitment to enhance the service user and carer experience and promote an environment that facilitates continued staff professional development.

You should be able to demonstrate effective, evidence based care management, risk assessment and leadership skills. You must have the ability to positively influence and adapt to a rapidly developing service that is able to meet the needs service users and carers

1.Provide clinical leadership for Pennine West Home Based Treatment Team, which is a service that delivers rapid and responsive specialist interventions to people experiencing a moderate to severe mental health crisis.

2.Oversight of safe and effective delivery of HBTT intervention to support service users, promoting the use of evidence-based practice through the provision of specialist knowledge and skills.

3.Operate as an integral member of the HBTT leadership team, actively participating in the multi-disciplinary assessment and formulations of people presenting in mental health crisis.


4.Utilise specialist knowledge and skills from own specialist field of practice to promote effective liaison, working relationships and operational links as appropriate.

5.Champion adherence to relevant legislation relating to safeguarding, mental capacity, mental health, human rights and restrictions to liberty.

6.Champion service user participation within individualised care planning and service development initiatives, and to support a culture of participation within the wider team, service and partner services, promoting the provision of independent advocacy where applicable.

7.Work closely with the Approved Mental Health Professional (AMPH) Service, social care partners, commissioners and outside agencies. Provide support to facilitate hospital admission and discharge.

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 Tuesday 3 Dec 2024

To provide clinical expertise in developing strategies to support clinical management of the patients and to support value added Enhanced Care which is therapeutic for individual patients and to support ward teams in implementing and monitoring the effectiveness of interventions To have a working knowledge of the ELHT Standard Operating Procedure for Enhanced Care and to monitor and support compliance with enhanced care procedure and its component parts. Ensure that the care being provided has appropriate safeguards to protect the adult at risk from abuse, and ensuring that the process offers the adult choice and support to make decisions about their safety and well-being. Ensure the appropriate application of assessment and treatment tools that will ensure an appropriate level of intervention so that patients who present with dementia or delirium receive the most appropriate specialist care. Develop appropriate care delivery plans, with ward staff to manage complex and difficult behaviours. Act as a role model, demonstrating high standards of care and providing clinical leadership in the care of patients with cognitive disturbance such as dementia and delirium within clinical areas. Demonstrate appropriate expert practice and specialist advice in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care to ensure a patient oriented approach to the delivery of care and to meet national standards Ensure that patients' receive high quality clinical care and a good patient experience, having regard for their customs, religious beliefs and doctrines. Effectively liaise with other professionals such as complex case management to ensure a co-ordinated provision of specialist services to patients to assist discharge planning in intermediate care Develop local, national and international networking and develop expert level of knowledge in the patient group. Establish, develop and maintain effective working relationship between clinicians, practitioners and managers within the specialty and across the Trust With the support of the Safeguarding Adults lead actively participate in safeguarding investigations involving patients who have Dementia. Undertake/support Mental Capacity and Best Interest Decision Making when applicable. To develop training resources relating to Enhanced Care and to deliver to groups of staff To support ward managers and matrons in delivering the safe, effective and efficient use of staff resource accordance with Trust wide Policies and Procedures. To undertake delegated management of Enhanced Care Support workers. To include roster management, supervision, appraisal and allocation of work location. COMMUNICATION Ensure a good method of communication with all clinical areas and to encourage the exchange and implementation of new ideas and evidence based practice. Utilise highly developed communication skills that are consistent with peoples level of understanding, culture, background and preferred ways of communicating to effectively impart information to patients and their carers/ families and in situations where there may be barriers to understanding and / or acceptance. Communicate with patients, formal and informal care providers and partner professionals and agencies in circumstances that may be highly sensitive and contentious including the safeguarding of vulnerable adults, impaired mental capacity and degenerative long term conditions. Demonstrate sensitivity and empathy when communicating with patients and their relatives/ carers regarding their highly complex and changing needs. Remain professional and calm and act as a role model in situations of conflict, seeking support from others in keeping with organisational systems and policies. Ensure written communication complies with all relevant legal professional and organisational requirements. Communicate and collaborate across the integrated teams including discharge facilitations team, intermediate support team to facilitate timely patient/carer interventions and support and the effective transfer of care where this is deemed appropriate. To provide support and advice across all Directorates in matters relating to Enhanced Care disseminating information as requested/necessary though appropriate channels. To build relationships with MDT members across the directorate and senior management team To us effective communication within the team for allocation of duties. To liaise with Clinical Site Manager, Security Team and Duty Matrons with regard where staff have been allocated. To liaise with ward areas where support has been provided. To give ward areas feedback when requested support has been declined or withdrawn, and the rationale behind this decision. TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT Work with line manager to identify own training requirements Undertake RRN approved training Ensures compliance with all mandatory training Participates in annual appraisal Participates in monthly one to ones with line manager To provide teaching on and individual and group basis in clinical practice and in the classroom (or on Teams) Maintains professional portfolio and ensures prep requirements are met to enable continued professional registration o Foster an environment conducive to learning, enquiry and research. o Ensure the provision of a supportive and challenging environment for students from all professions o Contribute to the production of clinical procedure guidelines. o Actively participate in health promotion and health awareness initiatives through the delivery of education programmes for patients, relatives and carers. o Keep up to date with current national developments in clinical practice and policy. o To provide an innovative and progressive attitude to the continual improvement of patient care through evidence-based practice and research.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS Develop a detailed understanding of East Lancashire Hospice Community Model, knowing the different options and levels of provision available to provide supportive palliative care in our community including that delivered by other organisations in order to maximise available support for patients and their families Utilise outstanding organisational skills to develop, implement and maintain robust systems and processes necessary for the effective coordination of supportive palliative care. Respond creatively and pro-actively to requests for supportive palliative care following assessment by qualified members of the clinical team, recognising the individuals preferences and choices, including their preferred place of care Demonstrate excellent communication skills to engage with patients and their families, both face to face and by telephone, to plan a suitable package of supportive palliative care in line with the initial clinical assessment and the persons changing needs and circumstances Contribute to patient review meetings feeding back on the supportive palliative care provided and its reported impact Maintain the provision of supportive palliative care to a caseload of patients and those important to them, liaising with named work to coordinate support visits, conduct scheduled reviews and provide crisis intervention Produce rosters for supportive care staff and volunteers and organise allocation of support visits taking into account the needs of patients and their families, location, continuity of care and skill mix Establish and maintain effective communication with hospice supportive care staff and volunteers to highlight any changes in needs, circumstances or risks and adjust the provision of support accordingly Provide timely feedback on any changes noted or communicated in a persons condition or circumstances taking account of the potential need for adjustments in service provision Utilise electronic clinical records systems including EMIS and PAS, to record support provided, progress and produce reports on contacts, impact and outcomes to demonstrate the effectiveness of supportive palliative care provision Conduct dynamic environmental risk assessment where there is an urgent need for unplanned responsive intervention for example to support early discharge Answer calls via the ELH response line, recognising when escalation of the call to a qualified member of the team is required Contribute to the recruitment, induction, training and support of volunteers providing supportive palliative care in the community Contribute to audit and monitoring of the provision of supportive care obtaining feedback from patients and their families, staff and volunteers identifying good practice, areas for improvement and potential solutions to problems in order to improve service provision Promote the work of the community team and wider hospice services throughout our community

Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist 30hrs PW

Blackburn with Darwen Community Mental Health Teams (CMHTs)

Applications are invited from suitably qualified psychologists with the experience, skills and competencies to undertake the duties and responsibilities of the above post in adult mental health. The post is primarily to provide assessment, psychological therapy and consultation for the care of service users within the Blackburn with Darwen areas.

The teams provide services to people with complex mental health needs. Psychological therapies and psychologically informed care are valued within the teams and network, and are fully integrated within mainstream adult mental health services. The post holder will be operationally managed within the teams as a core team member, while strong professional leadership works alongside operational management to support the role.

An interest in working with individuals experiencing significant levels of complexity and personality difficulties will be essential. Good team working skills are also essential, as are abilities in providing consultation / supervision to team colleagues and other psychological therapists. Skills in group approaches, or an interest in developing these, would be an asset.

The post holder will develop links with psychological therapists within other CMHTs and specialist networks. Clinical and professional supervision is provided, and a growing network of complex case fora and psychological therapy models afford excellent opportunities for the post holder to develop their skills in multidisciplinary team working and psychologically informed care.

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.

For more information please visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT

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


This advert closes on Thursday 28 Nov 2024

About The Role
There are a few things that we look for in all our Support Workers, we would need you to…

be a good communicator (verbally and in writing)
be patient, confident and enthusiastic about caring for others
be able to use your own initiative
be able to work as part of a team
have flexibility to work a varied shift pattern to provide 24-hour support
share our AFG values
We don’t ask for any other relevant training or previous career in care as full training will be provided – you just need a willingness to learn and develop.

Your pay – our Support Workers receive a rate of £12.00 per hour for all worked hours. Once you are successful for a role with us, full details of your pay will be included in your written offer. As a ‘value based’ employer, the people that work for us genuinely care about the people they support and we are seeking likeminded people to join our AFG family. If you are passionate about caring for others and have a real desire to make a positive difference to the lives of the people we support then we would love to hear from you.

What are you shift patterns?
We work flexible shifts which may include Days, Waking Nights, Sleep ins and Weekends.
About Us
Being a Support Worker at AFG is a hugely rewarding role and could be your first step on a long and happy career in Health & Social Care.

So, what does a Support Worker do?

We have a vision to create a world where amazing people do amazing things every day. Our skilled and experienced teams work with every person we support to create a personalised, outcome-focused plans to achieve their aspirations.

Our Support Workers work in a variety of settings including community-based services (often supporting people in their own homes) to our Independent Hospitals or Adult Care Homes.

One thing that is common across all of our services is a focus on personalised support and tailoring our services to the needs and aspirations of the people we support with a diverse range of care needs (including Learning Disabilities, Physical Disabilities, Mental Health Concerns, Complex Care, Substance Misuse issues to name a few).

We value the people that work with us…

At AFG we recognise the contribution and value that our staff make. We would not be able to provide the life changing support that we do without people like you! In return for your contribution we will support you throughout your career and we provide a wide range of employee benefits, career development (including opportunities to undertake vocational qualifications) and lifestyle support services to ensure that you too feel supported, fulfilled and valued from day one of your employment with us.

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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.

We are looking to recruit Health Care Assistants on our Acute Medical Unit

We admit patients medically unwell patients direct from GP's, the Emergency Department and clinics. The patients are seen, assessed and treated, then transferred or discharged home.

This is an opportunity to become part of a dynamic team in a fast paced environment with a high turnover of patients that is committed to delivering quality care to all patients.

We work with a multi-disciplinary team, to ensure that patient care is of the highest standard.

We are looking for candidates with good interpersonal, communication and organisational. Previous care experience is also desirable ideally gained in a healthcare environment. In house training will be provided. It is essential that the successful applicant is committed to professional development and has the ability to work as part of a team and independently using their own initiative.

The type of candidate we are looking for needs to be dynamic, motivated and enthusiastic and be committed to providing care to an excellent standard, open to change in order that we continually improve.

Patients are the most important part of our work and caring for them to a high standard in a caring and safe environment is paramount.

Working alongside a trained nurse to deliver safe, personal and effective care is the main responsibility but an enthusiasm to develop yourself within the role is desirable. Further knowledge of basic life support, physiological measurement recording, safer handling and equality and diversity are all areas in which training can be provided for the successful candidate. There will also be an opportunity to further develop your knowledge with learning skills like venepuncture and cannulation.

The role will involve assisting the patients with their daily activities of living, washing, dressing, nutrition, hygiene, etc to maintain an excellent standard of patient care.

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 8,000 staff, many of whom have won awards for their work.

Main duties:

1 Assist with the admission and discharge of patients - appropriate duties may include listing of clothing and assistance with dressing and undressing.

2 Assist with making occupied beds and strip and clean unoccupied beds, according to infection prevention policies.

3 Help patients to prepare for meals and assist in the service of meals. Serve refreshments and simple diets, where appropriate.

4 Help with the feeding of patients where appropriate.

5 Assist with bathing in bed and in the bathroom, with turning and moving of patients, including the use of mechanical aids and bed appliances.

6 If required, help patients with personal hygiene, including care of hair, teeth and nails under supervision, assist with oral hygiene of conscious patients.

7 Assist HCAs and above, with the undertaking of ‘last offices’

8 Assist in the care of pressure areas and the care of the incontinent patient.

9 Participate in the rehabilitation of patients in hospital e.g., dressing, undressing, taking to the toilet and using commodes.

10 Participate in giving and/or removing toilet equipment.

11 Care of sanitary equipment, including decontamination of baths, bins and commodes after use and the decontamination of beds, lockers and other ward equipment according to hospital policy.

12 Prepare, clean and tidy clinical rooms, clean nursing equipment and cupboards, excluding cupboards for storing controlled medicines.

13 Answer telephone, take, record and transmit messages to qualified staff.

14 Assist with keeping of routine records, e.g., weight charts and fluid balance charts.

15 Assist with movement of patients to other wards, clinics, departments or hospitals and undertake chaperon and escort duties.

16 Help patients with the care of their personal belongings.

17 Report to the person in charge, all observations made of the patient.

18 Carry out basic administrative tasks in the absence of the ward clerk, e.g., filing, ordering, checking stock levels.

19 Assist with the collection of specimens. Test urine and weigh patients as requested,

20 Liaise with other wards and departments, delivery and collecting items as required including the collection of blood for transfusion.

21 Removal of spillages of types in accordance with the Infection Control Policy.

22 Disposal of all waste including non-clinical waste bags, clinical waste and sharps.

23 Care of patients’ flowers.

24 Replenishing of all disposable items.

25 Upon receipt of ward provisions, ensure they are stored and correctly rotate according to date, i.e. milk, medical and surgical supplies.

Communication

1 Establish and maintain relationships with patients/clients, relatives, friends and staff, and participate in supporting patients.

2 Attend ward/department meetings as required, to ensure an awareness of developments within the work area.

3 Maintain an effective communication network; both verbal, written and electronic, keep registered practitioners informed.

4 Assist in maintaining, recording and storing information, including patient records, in line with Trust policy.

5 Meet and welcome patients/ relatives and other visitors and familiarise them with the environment.

6 Maintain good relationships with team members, and visitors to the ward/department.

Provide assistance when necessary.

7 Operate and input basic information to computerised systems within the unit.

8 Help maintain materials, equipment and stock, reporting problems and defects to professional staff.Training and Development.

1 Participate in Personal Develop Review. In discussion with line manager, develop an annual Personal Development Plan, to identify Training and Development needs, in line with personal and organisational objectives and linked to the Knowledge and Skills Framework

2 All employees have a duty to attend annual mandatory training sessions as required by the Trust.

3 Sustain and improve own development by using opportunities provided by the Trust.

4 Assist with Local Induction programmes for newly appointed staff.

5 Assist in training new staff in the care and maintenance of equipment






This advert closes on Tuesday 26 Nov 2024

Purpose:  

This role has been designed to provide a high quality service to our customers by greeting, welcoming and directing them appropriately. You will pride yourself on building and maintaining a welcoming and safe atmosphere. As the customer Liaison representative, you will be the first point of contact for our clients as they arrive to the building. 



The Customer Liaison Representative is seen as the face of the Link Facility. This role is also designed for, being the Link Users point of contact, review Bookings via the Kiosk booking system/platform, general knowledge of the services available, reviewing and providing feedback to Team Leader, and provide support to the Supervisors.



The Customer Services Liaison plays a pivotal role in delivering a high-quality service to our customer, meeting with customers as required, gaining feedback and engaging in proactive dialogue. The Customer Services Liaison will also be responsible for facilitating building visitors, area seating planning, proactively identify defects, report and coordinate corrective actions and maintain high standards within the building. The individual will have a keen eye for detail and an ability to understand and ensure customer needs are being met.  



Working Hours: 42 Hours per week between the following hours:

Monday - Thursday 07:00 - 17:30, Friday 07:00 - 13:00

Shift patterns are subject to availability and will be decided upon business needs.

Accountabilities, Key activities Include but are not limited to:

-Meet and greet customers

-User registration

-Manage the Booking System

-Source availability of rooms/desks for customers/groups

-Book desks/rooms for customers/groups

-Respond to the Link shared email inbox

-Send out confirmation emails for all bookings

-Request attendees for bookings when not added

-Manage no show information on a daily basis

-Assist Link users with Kiosk booking system (how to book)

-Special Requirements - ergonomic chairs etc

-Support PEEPS - provision of evac chairs when requested

-Query Response

-Monitoring of office Consumables

-Maintain updated signage around facilities using templates

-Floor Walk, keeping the facility tidy, including filling/emptying of the dishwashers (where installed)

-Daily morning and afternoon check of all printers

-Daily morning and afternoon checks of rooms

-Daily morning and afternoon checks of desks

-Control Special Equipment - Jabra, ergonomic chairs, flip chart etc

-Report maintenance issues 2000

-Assist with set up of AV equipment

-Troubleshoot technical problems

-Report IT issues to DXC

-Report security issues to Control room

-Report AV issues to Visavvvi

-Fire Marshall

-First Aid

-Support Continuous Improvement activities

-Daily Handover to Security (end of day process)

-Arrange disposal of unwanted/broken IT handed in by employees - IT amnesty

-Familiarise new visitors to the building and how the areas function

-Book visitors in using the visitors booking tool

-Escalate any booking conflicts to the BAES nominated point of contact for the area and re allocate resources (desks / rooms) as instructed

-Control security access from reception desk where appropriate

-When requested, escort visitors from the main gate

-Reconfigure furniture and movable walls in line with booking requirements

-Organise post collection and sign for delivery parcels

-Support Security department to undertake audits and resolve conflicts

-Be 1st point of contact for all calls and correspondence relating to desk and room bookings

-Support hospitality bookings for the building (deliveries and collection)

-Help / advise redistribution of food across neighbouring outlets dependant on building occupancy levels

-Top up tea and coffee provisions and coffee machines and keep the area clean and tidy



What we are looking for / Qualifications and Experience:

-Demonstrated ability to contribute as a member of a team to achieve positive outcomes and provide quality service to customers 

-Demonstrated organisational and time management skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities, monitor and co-ordinate a range of prescribed processes, to achieve tight deadlines and desired outcomes with due regard to accuracy 

-Knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety (WH&S) Practises and Policies 

-Proven ability to provide a high level of customer service 

-Acceptable level of Interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to liaise with customers and staff at all levels in both written and spoken English 

-Previous knowledge of skype is desirable, but not essential 

-Previous knowledge of Microsoft systems (word, excel ect) desired but not essential  

-Computer Proficiency 

-Ability to work independently if needed  

-At least 2 years of a training background or customer service role is desirable  

-Previous knowledge of desk booking systems is also desirable but not essential  

Other factors:

-Smart, presentable and a professional appearance, work uniform always clean and pressed  

-Hygienic to the highest standards  

-Well organised with the ability to prioritise workloads 

-The ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment 

-Personable and approachable 

-Must have a flexible approach 

-Good communication skills in both verbal and written formats 

-Must be willing to undertake further training if needed



Our market-leading offering provides you with benefits that suit your lifestyle.

We have a virtual GP on hand for you and members of your household. So you can get expert advice by video or phone without having to leave your home. We offer financial wellbeing assistance through our Salary Finance scheme. For example, you could access 50% of your earned pay before payday for a small fee. Salary Finance also offers competitive loans.

When you join us, we'll give you a link to our flexible lifestyle benefits platform, Choices. You might choose to purchase up to five extra days' holiday each year. You might buy critical illness insurance, seek dental treatment or buy technology products at an affordable cost. There are many choices!

We give you access to high street discounts from thousands of well-known retailers, gyms and more through our MiDeals platform. And we have a cycle-to-work scheme. Life cover of up to four times your salary is available. We also offer enhanced pension contributions, a save-as-you-earn scheme, and a Mitie Matching Share Plan (you could even be awarded free shares in Mitie).

We award our employees with Mitie Stars as recognition for their hard work. There are cash prizes up for grabs each month and at the end of the year there's a chance to scoop a top prize of £10,000!

Our success is a direct result of the experience and quality of our people. Progressing your career is therefore a top priority for us. We offer a diverse variety of training and development avenues via a wide selection of learning resources to suit you.

Since 1987, Mitie's 68,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK's leading facilities management and professional services company, and our clients range from household names in banking, critical government sites as well as hospitals and schools.

Join our Mitie Team.