2x Personal Care Assistants for a young man 50 hr/wk @ £13.15/hr in KT4 - FTE - £25.6k

Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 746453ce

Overview

I am a 27-year-old man who lives with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), a progressive neuromuscular condition. I have been using a powered wheelchair since 2015. I am a determined and stubborn individual (in a good way!) who tries to make the most of life.I studied Neuroscience at the University of Nottingham between 2015-2018 and MSc Science Communication at the University of Sheffield between 2018-2019. I worked in healthcare communications for 18 months, and I’m now doing a part-time 2-year distance learning MSc course in Sustainable Development at SOAS. I have also done work with different charities supporting people with DMD including the Pathfinders Neuromuscular Alliance. I currently live at home.I have a keen interest in healthcare, science and being outdoors. Music is one of my passions, and at one point, I wanted to be a sound engineer/producer. I have a varied taste in music, DJing and making music when I have time! I am interested in watching sports, the outdoors/walking, nature, gardening, design, reading and sailing. It would be great to have a PA who shares these interests.I am a sociable person who enjoys going out, but I do enjoy my own space and quiet.I am looking for 2x PA's to cover 50 hours a week with flexibility. I need someone who can support me to live an independent life whilst living at home. I need help with daily tasks, personal care (hoisting, toileting, showering/washing, dressing, daily stretching, weekly swimming/hydrotherapy etc.), domestic tasks (meal + drink prep, maintaining a clean and tidy environment, cleaning ventilator, hoovering, ironing, making bed, cleaning room, wheelchair, shower seat etc.) socialising/going out (attending events, packing bag etc.), working from home and general support. Being able to drive a Motability vehicle (automatic) is essential for this role.
I am looking for someone who can work 50hours a week and is flexible in the evenings and weekends. The rate of pay is £13.15 per hour.
Working between 4 – 12 hours shifts:

• Availability between 7:00 am – 20:00 pm
• Availability\flexibility to work some evenings (Wed 18:30 – 11:30) and weekends (Sundays 17:00 – 21:00)
• Working patterns and start times can be flexible and agreed upon after discussion.

Key Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation
• Personal Care
• Domestic Care
• Social + Leisure activities
• Support to remain independent

• Essential PA Guide
• Safeguarding Adults/Children
• Moving & Handling
• Food Hygiene
• First Aid
• Hand hygiene

• Full UK driving license
• Own personal car
• Can drive a motability equipped car

Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com

Location: Alcester

About us

Helping Hands are the UK’s most trusted home care provider, and we’re passionate about offering an industry-leading home care service. We’ve been providing home care for over 30 years, so we know what it takes to deliver exceptional care. Our live in carers are always on hand to provide our customers with dedicated support when they need it, allowing them to remain comfortable and independent at home.

The role

Reporting into a Recruitment Manager, you will partner with our live in carer leadership teams to effectively attract & retain the right people into our live in carer roles across the UK. Proactively exploring and creating new talent avenues and maximising external recruitment events and partnerships, generating a more diverse workforce to best support our customers with their live in care needs.

This role is based at our support office in Alcester for 2-3 days per week, with the rest of your time to be spent working from home. There will be an element of travel involved in this role.

What you’ll do

• Work with leaders to identify specific recruitment requirements and to advise and agree on specific recruitment solutions
• Represent Helping Hands externally in local market areas at Recruitment events, etc to increase exposure to our live in carer offering
• Source great candidates directly and effectively through new, innovative, and existing sourcing methods as well as proactively find new talent pools including passive candidates
• Identify opportunities to continually improve our approach to recruitment and the overall process (including identifying any best practice external insights and trends) to benefit all stakeholders
• Assess candidate suitability, including preliminary interviews and screenings and advise leaders on approaches to further selection
• Where needed, to support on recruitment assessment centres and partner with the business to devise alternative assessment strategies
• Provide specialist recruitment advice, guidance & support to leaders & candidates throughout the recruitment process (up to & including onboarding)
• Agree, own and maintain a targeted recruitment plan to consistently deliver volume live in carers weekly, working in partnership with the leaders, flagging concerns and successes of different methods of recruitment and attraction approaches
• Effectively and continually leverage technology and input accurate data into our recruitment systems at all times
• Generate data, insights & reports for key stakeholders to drive appropriate decision making and action

Who you are

You are an experienced recruiter who I comfortable working with senior stakeholders, ideally having worked in the care industry previously, although this is not essential. You will be a natural problem solver, confident thinking of creative sourcing avenues and be proactive, raising awareness of our offering and build future talent pipelines.

• Demonstrate outstanding interpersonal, communication, and influencing abilities to foster collaborative relationships
• Exhibit strong organisational and planning skills, with a capacity to manage competing priorities under pressure
• Display confidence and proficiency in delivering presentations to small audiences internally, and be proactive in organising and attending external events to do so
• Adaptability and flexibility to effectively navigate diverse responsibilities and tasks
• Demonstrate a solid understanding of recruitment processes and best practices, including use of online marketing and search tools such as Job Boards, and basic Search Techniques utilising Candidate Databases
• Highly competent in sourcing strategies and building and maintaining talent pools
• Proficient in IT, including Microsoft programmes, with prior experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• Committed to delivering high-quality work with meticulous attention to detail
• Possess a proactive and adaptable mindset, with a willingness to continuously enhance skills and knowledge
• Able to work independently under pressure to deliver set targets within specific timescales

Location: Alcester

About us

Helping Hands are the UK’s most trusted home care provider, and we’re passionate about offering an industry-leading home care service. We’ve been providing home care for over 30 years, so we know what it takes to deliver exceptional care.

The Role

Reporting into a Recruitment Manager, you will support our Recruitment Team to effectively attract and retain the right people to deliver their business objectives and enhance our reputation in the market. To proactively source hard to fill roles reaching a passive candidate audience allowing us to diversify our talent pool and reduce time to hire.

This role is a fixed term contract for a period of 9 months and will be based at our support office in Alcester for 2-3 days per week. The remainder of your working week will be spent working from home.

What you’ll do

• Prioritising key roles as directed by Recruitment Manager to plan and execute a strategic sourcing strategy beyond traditional advertising methods
• Support a range of salaried roles according to business needs and support office roles as required, generating candidates and clearly monitoring progress to share with the Recruitment Manager
• Represent Helping Hands externally in proactive sourcing on a number of platforms
• Source great candidates directly and effectively through new, innovative, and existing sourcing methods as well as proactively find new talent pools including passive candidates to attract them to Helping Hands’ offering
• Identify opportunities to continually improve our approach to recruitment and the overall process (including identifying any best practice external insights and trends) to benefit all stakeholders
• Assess candidate suitability, including pre-screening calls when requested
• Support on generating candidates for recruitment assessment centres
• Build and maintain talent pools for key roles generating future starters and competitor information
• Support with ensure leaders and candidates are aware of compliance requirements throughout the recruitment process, escalating outstanding risks & issues as required
• Effectively and continually leverage technology and input accurate data into our recruitment systems at all times
• Generate data, insights & reports for key stakeholders to drive appropriate decision making and action

Who you are

You will ideally have had previous experience of sourcing candidates for hard to fill roles, in either a recruitment agency or internal recruitment team. This role is ideal for someone who is confident using a variety of sourcing methods and is systematic in their approach.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Previous experience in recruitment resourcer roles, demonstrating a solid understanding of recruitment processes and best practices, including use of online marketing and search tools such as Job Boards, and basic Search Techniques utilising Candidate Databases/talent pools
• Highly competent in sourcing strategies and building and maintaining talent pools
• Proficient in IT, including Microsoft programmes, with prior experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• Committed to delivering high-quality work with meticulous attention to detail
• Possess a proactive and adaptable mindset, with a willingness to continuously enhance skills and knowledge
• Able to work independently under pressure to deliver set targets within specific timescales

Our client based in Kettering Northamptonshire, is seeking experienced 3 X Forklift Counterbalance Truck Driver to join their team on an ongoing basis. This position is Temporary but may lead to ongoing work

You must have a valid RITB or ITTSAR accreditation

Shifts:

• 4 ON 4OFF Shift Patten 06:00 start time

Pay::

• £14.50 per hour

Main duties will involve:

• Use of FLT Counterbalance Truck
• Loading and unloading of goods onto vehicles
• Ensuring stock is stable
• Manual Handling heavy lifting may be involved
• Completion of paperwork
• General warehouse duties

Other benefits include:

• 28 days Paid Annual Leave pro-rata for PAYE
• Online payslips
• Weekly pay
• Pension contribution
• On-going assignments

Fawkes & Reece

As a prominent recruitment agency specializing in the construction industry, Fawkes & Reece has established a strong reputation for delivering high-quality permanent and temporary candidates to top construction firms in the UK. With our extensive network and industry expertise, we have successfully matched countless professionals with their ideal roles, contributing to the growth and success of the construction sector.

Currently, we are actively seeking a Recruitment Consultant to join our dynamic team at the Sheffield office. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced and rewarding environment, where you will play a crucial role in sourcing and attracting top talent for our clients.

At Fawkes & Reece, we value independence and believe in empowering individuals to excel in their roles. We also provide comprehensive support and guidance for those with less experience, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to thrive and develop their skills.

As a Recruitment Consultant, you will undergo industry-related and recruitment-specific training that is tailored to your level of entry. This training will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively identify, engage, and assess potential candidates. You will learn how to utilize various sourcing techniques, such as job boards, social media platforms, and networking events, to build a strong pipeline of qualified candidates.

In addition to sourcing candidates, you will also be responsible for conducting initial screenings, assessing candidate suitability, and coordinating interviews with clients. Your ability to effectively communicate and build relationships with both candidates and clients will be crucial in ensuring successful placements.

Furthermore, as a member of our team, you will have access to ongoing support and mentorship from experienced recruitment professionals. This collaborative environment will provide you with the opportunity to learn from industry experts and continuously improve your recruitment skills.

Job Description - Recruitment Consultant

The main purpose of the role of Recruitment Consultant is to provide day to day candidate control, candidate generation and administrative support to the recruitment team.

Duties will include:

• Source qualified candidates for open positions
• Verify candidate credentials and include in their profiles
• Develop job descriptions and promote job openings
• Generate leads for potential candidates
• Distribute assignment information to candidates
• Manage timely submission of accurate time sheets for payroll
• Format resumes and establish candidate profiles
• Handle incoming phone inquiries
• Maintain up-to-date candidate information
• Enroll new job seekers into the system

Benefits - Recruitment Consultant

• Excellent salary and commission
• Birthday Gift
• Summer & Winter events
• Holiday buy
• Quarterly incentives
• All expenses trip for high achievers
• Exclusive discounts with high end brands
• Potential to earn monthly awards and individual prizes.
• Contribution to travel
• Fast-track promotion opportunities.
• Breakfast club
• Early Friday finish
• Discounted gym membership
• Cycle to work scheme.

Competency and Knowledge Base - Recruitment Consultant

• Flexible and adaptable
• A mature personality
• Good organisational and administrative skills
• Ability to prioritise
• Good IT skills
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Attention to detail and shows accuracy in work
• Able to build strong relationships with candidates and clients
• Excellent communication skills
• Good problem-solving skills

If you are a motivated and driven individual with a passion for the construction industry and a desire to make a significant impact in the recruitment field, we encourage you to apply for the Recruitment Consultant position at Fawkes & Reece. Join our team and be part of a company that values your independence, supports your growth, and offers exciting opportunities for career advancement.