We are looking for Full & Part Time Permanent Horticultural Assistants to join the team in our Houghton Hall Garden Centre.

Our competitive rates of pay range from £9.58 to £11.46 per hour dependent on age.

Roles available are 41.5 hours per week over 5 days & 24 hours over 3 days. All positions include regular weekend shifts so flexibility is a must.

The Role

As a Horticultural Assistant, a specialist plant knowledge is essential or you must have a keen intrested in Gardening. You should be able to provide excellent customer service & to create an exceptional shopping experience for our customers helping them to make informed purchases

What you will be doing as a Horticultural Assistant?


Plant stock replenishment and merchandising to create fabulous plant displays
Look after and care for our plants ensuring they are always healthy and looking great for our customers
Advising our customers on suitable plants and products for their needs, taking every opportunity to WOW.
Till operation and serving customers
Carry out cleaning and housekeeping tasks as needed
Assisting customers with carrying purchases to their cars
Collecting trolleys and shopping baskets


What makes you our perfect Horticultural Assistant?


Friendly, with an engaging personality and a genuine love for customer service.



Knowledgeable and passionate about plants and plant replated products
Strong customer service skills.
Excellent communication skills.
Great teamwork.
Hardworking
Shift flexibility including weekends.
The ability to work well and efficiently under pressure.


The benefits!


Competitive rates of pay
Healthy work/life balance with no evening work
Access to 100s of retail and lifestyle experiences and discounts
Health Cash Plans
Generous staff discounts
6 weeks Annual Leave per year
Free Parking


Sound Interesting?

If you think you’ve got what it takes and would like to join our team as a Horticultural Assistant, please click 'Apply’ now.

Summary

Job Description for Underwater Inspection Technical Support Assistant:

NNL is where your understanding of reactors fuels the nation. As part of our Fuel Reactor & Reprocessing capability, you'll play a vital role in developing the UK fuel cycle in line with advances in new technology and new processes. As old reactors reach the end of their lifespan, we need experts like you, with the technical skills to virtually model scenarios that not only enable us to explore new ways of managing the inputs and outputs of reactors, but also pave the way for the implementation of smaller, cleaner revolutionary new reactors. This is a place where you can use your knowledge and expertise to do long term meaningful work for years to come.

National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) conducts a major programme of work for one of our important customers at their sites. Our expert team offers a unique capability in the field of Post Irradiation Evaluation. We develop, deploy and maintain spent fuel underwater examination equipment, within a controlled active environment, using specialist designed equipment. The team is based out of Workington Laboratory but undertakes underwater spent fuel examinations on site at EDF-Energy Nuclear Power Stations to high quality and safety requirements.

The successful candidate will join a small team, who have unique expertise, and will be required to attend underwater surveys (6-8 surveys per year, working away for up to 12 days at a time), assist in the servicing and maintenance of equipment and produce data packages for delivery to EDF.

The position requires the maintenance of strong working relationships with the immediate team, projects and facility teams. The programme requires team members to work to high quality standards and demonstrate an enabling, pro-active attitude to resolving issues. In accordance with any nuclear industry positions, individuals will need to demonstrate a high degree of nuclear professionalism, adhering and contributing to a positive health and safety culture.

When not carrying out underwater surveys at EDF sites, the role holder will be able to work flexibly under hybrid arrangements, with some time required at Workington and Sellafield sites.

Main Responsibilities

Main Responsibilities for Underwater Inspection Technical Support Assistant:

• To work as part of the endoscope team carrying out underwater surveys at EDF sites.
• Maintain / service endoscopy equipment.
• Assist in the reporting and checking of data packages to EDF.
• Assist in the technical characterization of spent fuel via underwater inspection.
• Develop technical understanding of spent fuel via working closely with / in AHF Fuels team.
• Comply with legislative, regulatory and company policy standards and procedures e.g. safety, quality, risk, security etc. applicable to the role.
• Where appropriate, develop their skills and abilities for the benefit of themselves and the company.

Ideal Candidate

Essential Criteria for Underwater Inspection Technical Support Assistant:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to deliver within a multi-team environment.
• Classified Worker (or ability to become so).
• Proven ability to conform to appropriate safe systems of work.
• Experienced in the use of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to obtain SC level security clearance (this includes but is not limited to identity, employment, financial and criminal record checks plus 5 years' worth of UK residency).

Desirable Criteria for Underwater Inspection Technical Support Assistant:

• Prior experience of working in radiation-controlled areas.
• Mechanical or electrical background.
• Experience of data handling, verification, and manipulation.

Summary

Job Description for Underwater Inspection Technical Support Assistant:

NNL is where your understanding of reactors fuels the nation. As part of our Fuel Reactor & Reprocessing capability, you'll play a vital role in developing the UK fuel cycle in line with advances in new technology and new processes. As old reactors reach the end of their lifespan, we need experts like you, with the technical skills to virtually model scenarios that not only enable us to explore new ways of managing the inputs and outputs of reactors, but also pave the way for the implementation of smaller, cleaner revolutionary new reactors. This is a place where you can use your knowledge and expertise to do long term meaningful work for years to come.

National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) conducts a major programme of work for one of our important customers at their sites. Our expert team offers a unique capability in the field of Post Irradiation Evaluation. We develop, deploy and maintain spent fuel underwater examination equipment, within a controlled active environment, using specialist designed equipment. The team is based out of Workington Laboratory but undertakes underwater spent fuel examinations on site at EDF-Energy Nuclear Power Stations to high quality and safety requirements.

The successful candidate will join a small team, who have unique expertise, and will be required to attend underwater surveys (6-8 surveys per year, working away for up to 12 days at a time), assist in the servicing and maintenance of equipment and produce data packages for delivery to EDF.

The position requires the maintenance of strong working relationships with the immediate team, projects and facility teams. The programme requires team members to work to high quality standards and demonstrate an enabling, pro-active attitude to resolving issues. In accordance with any nuclear industry positions, individuals will need to demonstrate a high degree of nuclear professionalism, adhering and contributing to a positive health and safety culture.

When not carrying out underwater surveys at EDF sites, the role holder will be able to work flexibly under hybrid arrangements, with some time required at Workington and Sellafield sites.

Main Responsibilities

Main Responsibilities for Underwater Inspection Technical Support Assistant:

• To work as part of the endoscope team carrying out underwater surveys at EDF sites.
• Maintain / service endoscopy equipment.
• Assist in the reporting and checking of data packages to EDF.
• Assist in the technical characterization of spent fuel via underwater inspection.
• Develop technical understanding of spent fuel via working closely with / in AHF Fuels team.
• Comply with legislative, regulatory and company policy standards and procedures e.g. safety, quality, risk, security etc. applicable to the role.
• Where appropriate, develop their skills and abilities for the benefit of themselves and the company.

Ideal Candidate

Essential Criteria for Underwater Inspection Technical Support Assistant:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to deliver within a multi-team environment.
• Classified Worker (or ability to become so).
• Proven ability to conform to appropriate safe systems of work.
• Experienced in the use of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to obtain SC level security clearance (this includes but is not limited to identity, employment, financial and criminal record checks plus 5 years' worth of UK residency).

Desirable Criteria for Underwater Inspection Technical Support Assistant:

• Prior experience of working in radiation-controlled areas.
• Mechanical or electrical background.
• Experience of data handling, verification, and manipulation.

Your new company
My client is a leading agricultural organisation providing people, products and services to help communities succeed. They are currently recruiting for a Customer Service Assistant due to internal progression. Your new role
Working in the busy customer service department, you will be part of a small and welcoming team driving to achieve excellent service by understanding customer needs, providing recommendations and delivering solutions.
Working hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-17:00
Duties:

• Provide advice and information with integrity.
• Monitoring a joint email inbox.
• Responding to email enquiries including receiving and processing orders.
• Contact external suppliers.
• Take card payments over the phone.
• Act on customer feedback to improve and adapt.

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience in both a customer service and an office-based role.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to multitask.
• Confident using IT, including knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to adopt a flexible approach to work and be able to adapt to unexpected demands.

What you'll get in return

• Full training including product knowledge training.
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays).
• Opportunity to progress in other areas of the business.
• Access to an employee assistance programme offering health and wellbeing advice.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Staff discounts on selected products.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

As a Residential Assistant at Bowling Green, 90 Lowther Street, Carlisle, CA3 8DP

Approved Premises (APs) contribute to the effective risk management of people released from prison by providing an enhanced level of supervision, monitoring and rehabilitation within the community. The post requires experience of working with complex and vulnerable people and an understanding of residential setting within the Criminal Justice System. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater, You'll belong to a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

The role will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties:

• Assist in the supervision of residents in accordance with policy and practice under the direction and guidance of managers and relevant staff where necessary. Deal with routine issues raised by residents on a day-to-day basis.
• Staff and supervise the Approved Premises during designated shifts, referring serious incidents to designated on-call Manager and adhere to the procedure of completing incident reports as necessary.
• Ensure enforcement of Approved Premises rules and deal with any breaches in accordance with procedures. Respond appropriately to abusive or aggressive behaviour.
• Demonstrate pro-social modelling skills by consistently reinforcing pro-social behaviour and attitudes and challenging anti-social behaviour and attitudes
• Liaise with Key Workers, Deputy Manager and Manager as appropriate to share issues concerning residents.
• Process information and maintain records including inputting information on the database system by recording any significant occurrences relating to residents during shift.
• Contribute to the work with substance misusers in accordance with relevant policies, practices and protocols e.g. dispensing/recording medication if requested by the management team
• To monitor and record residents’ movements in and out of the building.
• Contribute to the maintenance of a healthy, safe and productive work environment, including familiarising and using appropriate health and safety equipment. Monitor and record Health and Safety checks and related issues.
• Report any maintenance or security issues in accordance with procedures.
• Conduct curfew checks, wellbeing checks, fire alarm tests, room searches, clearing of residents’ room as required and monitor CCTV equipment.
• Maintain an active presence in the AP at all times. Regularly engage with residents in a pro-social manner. Contribute towards the protection of residents, e.g. monitor in line with risk assessments.
• Support the arrangement and delivery of purposeful activities for residents within the premises and undertake effective induction of residents.

Essential Experience:

• Understanding of good Health and Safety practice
• Understanding of good anti-discriminatory practice
• 1st Aid Trained
• Good English oral & written, administration and IT communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage time effectively

What we offer:

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

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
• Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
• Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
• A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including apprenticeships and a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
• Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
• Flexible and dynamic work environment 
• Competitive compensation 
• Full training and full protective uniform supplied 

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today! 

Package Description

• 42 hours per week
• £1 bonus per hour worked
• Nights only, 4 on, 4 Off
• 20:00-08:00
• Salary- 24,211 per year
• £1 Per hour bonus paid quarterly
• Rewards and benefits via the Sodexo reward hub

About The Company

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Care Assistant (Nights) based at Amathea, Workington

Available Hours:

Permanent - Full Time - 38.5 hours per week

Are you looking to use your skills to benefit older people in a homely environment? A career in Social Care could be for you…

Please note we are only accepting candidates currently living within a 10-mile radius of the Care Home

About the role

As a Care Assistant at MHA you will provide the highest quality of care to our residents enabling them to live later life well. Duties will be varied and include supporting our residents with personal care needs and helping them to take part in a wide range of activities that support their health and wellbeing. Every day will be different and you'll have the opportunity to use your people skills to make a real difference.

About you

The right values, attitude and behaviours are more important than your previous career background. Therefore whilst previous care experience is desirable it is not essential and we'll provide all the training and support you need to thrive. You don't need any qualifications to get started as a Care Assistant.

You will have a kind, warm and caring nature and be able to work well as part of a team but also use your own initiative. Patience, communication and listening skills are equally important. So, if you have the ability to change someone's mood, lift spirits and truly care for those around you, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply, please email or visit our website mha.org.uk

For more information about the role please review the attached job description.

Why join?

You will be joining an organisation with strong values, a highly supportive culture and a commitment to the safety and wellbeing of employees. In addition, you will work alongside highly motivated colleagues in an environment of strong teamwork whilst also having fun. This is a hugely rewarding role and a career to be proud of where every day you will go home knowing you made a positive difference to the lives of older people.

In addition to a highly competitive salary, we offer a lot more:

• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave.
• Pension.
• Life assurance.
• A discount scheme which includes savings with retail stores and online purchases.
• Access to a number of nationally recognised training courses and qualifications.
• Genuine career progression and development opportunities.
• Employee assistance programme including free counselling and legal advice.
• Access to chaplaincy and pastoral support.
• Access to wellbeing resources.
• Recommend a friend scheme.
• Family friendly policies.
• Long service awards.
• Free uniform and DBS check.
• Healthcare scheme at competitive rates.

About us

MHA is the UK's largest charity care provider and our mission is to 'enable people to live later life well'. Through 90 specialist care homes, 70 thriving retirement living schemes and 62 vibrant community services and befriending, we inspire the best care and wellbeing at every stage of later life. We have over 7,600 dedicated colleagues and are supported by over 4,000 generous volunteers. All our donations and any surplus we generate is invested into the services we provide for our 18,500 residents and members. Our values underpin our entire approach: we nurture mind body and spirit; we respect every person, treating them with dignity; and we inspire the best in each other.

About the home

At Amathea, we provide residential and dementia care for our 40 residents in purpose-built, en suite accommodation. We're situated in the heart of Cumbrian market town, Workington, close to the River Derwent. It's a wonderfully welcoming space designed to help us deliver personalised care in a warm, supportive and safe environment.

For more information about the home, please click here

MHA are fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as this is embedded in our values: respect, nurture and inspire. In addition, as a committed employer we have been awarded level 2 under the Disability Confident Scheme. Click here to read more about this.

Please note that interviews may take place prior to the closing date and if a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early.

Recruitment agencies: please note, MHA do not accept unsolicited CV's from recruitment agencies, regardless of whether they are on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). We only accept CV's from agencies that have been appointed and briefed by MHA's Talent Acquisition Team.

Your new company
My client is a leading agricultural organisation providing people, products and services to help communities succeed. They are currently recruiting for a Customer Service Assistant due to internal progression. Your new role
Working in the busy customer service department, you will be part of a small and welcoming team driving to achieve excellent service by understanding customer needs, providing recommendations and delivering solutions.
Working hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-17:00

Duties:

• Provide advice and information with integrity.
• Monitoring a joint email inbox.
• Responding to email enquiries including receiving and processing orders.
• Contact external suppliers.
• Take card payments over the phone.
• Act on customer feedback to improve and adapt.

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience in both a customer service and an office-based role.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to multitask.
• Confident using IT, including knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to adopt a flexible approach to work and be able to adapt to unexpected demands.
• Experience of working within the agricultural industry (desirable).
• Experience of D365 or other customer ordering programmes (desirable).

What you'll get in return

• Full training including product knowledge training.
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays).
• Opportunity to progress in other areas of the business.
• Access to an employee assistance programme offering health and wellbeing advice.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Staff discounts on selected products.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Please see the attached job description and person specification for further details of the role and requirements

Please see attached Job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies. Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Important Information Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date. For candidates applying using a Hotmail account or have strict firewall settings please ensure the following: Junk Mail is checked regularly Disclosure and Barring Service: On 28 November 2020, the new Disclosure and Barring Service filtering rules will come into effect. The changes mean that: youth cautions, reprimands and final warnings will no longer be subject to automatic disclosure the multiple conviction rule has been removed, meaning that if an individual has more than one conviction, regardless of offence type or time passed, each conviction will be considered against the remaining rules individually, rather than being automatically disclosed. If you are unsure about whether you need to disclose certain criminal record information, free confidential advice may be sought from one of the charity bodies listed below. These bodies can advise you on what you are legally required to declare and may also be able to advise you on how you can disclose criminal record information to a prospective employer and your legal rights when doing so. Nacro Tel: 0300 123 1999, or email: helpline@nacro.org.uk Unlock Tel: 01634 247350, email advice@unlock.org.uk or complete the online form on the Unlock website The Trust is committed to safeguarding adults and children therefore if the post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended) the successful candidate(s) will be subject to a criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post: Standard Check: £18 + Administration cost of £3.85 = £21.85. Deducted at £6.85 from 1st month salary and £5 deducted from salary over following 3 months. Enhanced Check: £38 + administration cost of £3.90 = £41.90. Deducted at £11.90 from 1st month salary and £10 deducted from salary over following 3 months. As part of the one of the largest employers in the UK NCIC future employees will have also access to the following benefits. A lease car may be available for this position; further details will be provided upon appointment if applicable. 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme Excellent opportunities for development Competitive NHS Pension scheme Access to NHS discounts with retailers and leisure companies EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems These schemes are subject to availability

Please see attached Job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies. The essential criteria for this role includes the requirement to have a care certificate or the willingness and ability to undertake this. For further information, please see the additional information link which can be viewed under the read this before applying section. Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Important Information Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date. For candidates applying using a Hotmail account or have strict firewall settings please ensure the following: Junk Mail is checked regularly Disclosure and Barring Service: On 28 November 2020, the new Disclosure and Barring Service filtering rules will come into effect. The changes mean that: youth cautions, reprimands and final warnings will no longer be subject to automatic disclosure the multiple conviction rule has been removed, meaning that if an individual has more than one conviction, regardless of offence type or time passed, each conviction will be considered against the remaining rules individually, rather than being automatically disclosed. If you are unsure about whether you need to disclose certain criminal record information, free confidential advice may be sought from one of the charity bodies listed below. These bodies can advise you on what you are legally required to declare and may also be able to advise you on how you can disclose criminal record information to a prospective employer and your legal rights when doing so. Nacro Tel: 0300 123 1999, or email: helpline@nacro.org.uk Unlock Tel: 01634 247350, email advice@unlock.org.uk or complete the online form on the Unlock website The Trust is committed to safeguarding adults and children therefore if the post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended) the successful candidate(s) will be subject to a criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post: Standard Check: £18 + Administration cost of £3.85 = £21.85. Deducted at £6.85 from 1st month salary and £5 deducted from salary over following 3 months. Enhanced Check: £38 + administration cost of £3.90 = £41.90. Deducted at £11.90 from 1st month salary and £10 deducted from salary over following 3 months. As part of the one of the largest employers in the UK NCIC future employees will have also access to the following benefits. A lease car may be available for this position; further details will be provided upon appointment if applicable. 27 day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme Excellent opportunities for development Competitive NHS Pension scheme Access to NHS discounts with retailers and leisure companies EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems These schemes are subject to availability

Special educational needs learning support assistant

Veritas Education are currently working with a fantastic SEN school in Kirkby Lonsdale, who are looking to recruit a teaching assistant who has some experience working with ASD/ Autism. Please see further details of the role below.

Hours: 7:30am-4:30pm

Pay: Between £12.82 - £13.50 per hour

Purpose of Job
- To promote pupils' self-belief, social inclusion and high self-esteem
- To ensure that pupils thrive in a positive, nurturing, safe environment.
- To provide for the social and welfare needs of the pupils within the school.
- To support pupils who have emotional or social barriers to learning.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support pupils to make good academic progress, under the direction of the teacher and Inclusion leader
- Set challenging and demanding expectations and promote self-esteem and independence
- Under the direction of the Inclusion Leader, implement group or 1:1 interventions to support pupils who have emotional or social barriers to learning
- Establish constructive relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations
- Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils
- Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under guidance of the teacher
- Attend to the pupils' personal needs, and implement related personal programmes, including social, health, physical, hygiene, first aid and welfare matters
- Understand Individual Education Plans & Behaviour Support Plans and assist to implement these, under the guidance of the teacher

QUALIFICATIONS

Desirable:
- Good literacy skills - GCSE Grade C or above in English Language; Level 2 English or above; or equivalent
- Good numeracy skills- GCSE Grade C or above in Maths; Level 2 Maths or above; or equivalent

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS
- Understanding how pupils learn and develop
- Effective use of technology to support learning
- Ability to self-evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities
- Ability to motivate pupils
- Ability to problem solve
- Ability to work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within these.

If you are interested in this role please apply ASAP.

All pay rates that are offered will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. Our working opportunities include temporary positions, permanent contracts and ad-hoc supply.

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

Care Assistant (Days) based at Amathea, Workington

Available Hours: x2 positions available

Permament - Relief - Various hours available per week

Permanent - Full Time - 39 hours per week

Are you looking to use your skills to benefit older people in a homely environment? A career in Social Care could be for you…

Please note we are only accepting candidates currently living within a 10-mile radius of the Care Home

About the role

As a Care Assistant at MHA you will provide the highest quality of care to our residents enabling them to live later life well. Duties will be varied and include supporting our residents with personal care needs and helping them to take part in a wide range of activities that support their health and wellbeing. Every day will be different and you'll have the opportunity to use your people skills to make a real difference.

About you

The right values, attitude and behaviours are more important than your previous career background. Therefore whilst previous care experience is desirable it is not essential and we'll provide all the training and support you need to thrive. You don't need any qualifications to get started as a Care Assistant.

You will have a kind, warm and caring nature and be able to work well as part of a team but also use your own initiative. Patience, communication and listening skills are equally important. So, if you have the ability to change someone's mood, lift spirits and truly care for those around you, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply, please email or visit our website mha.org.uk

For more information about the role please review the attached job description.

Why join?

You will be joining an organisation with strong values, a highly supportive culture and a commitment to the safety and wellbeing of employees. In addition, you will work alongside highly motivated colleagues in an environment of strong teamwork whilst also having fun. This is a hugely rewarding role and a career to be proud of where every day you will go home knowing you made a positive difference to the lives of older people.

In addition to a highly competitive salary, we offer a lot more:

• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave.
• Pension.
• Life assurance.
• A discount scheme which includes savings with retail stores and online purchases.
• Access to a number of nationally recognised training courses and qualifications.
• Genuine career progression and development opportunities.
• Employee assistance programme including free counselling and legal advice.
• Access to chaplaincy and pastoral support.
• Access to wellbeing resources.
• Recommend a friend scheme.
• Family friendly policies.
• Long service awards.
• Free uniform and DBS check.
• Healthcare scheme at competitive rates.

About us

MHA is the UK's largest charity care provider and our mission is to 'enable people to live later life well'. Through 90 specialist care homes, 70 thriving retirement living schemes and 62 vibrant community services and befriending, we inspire the best care and wellbeing at every stage of later life. We have over 7,600 dedicated colleagues and are supported by over 4,000 generous volunteers. All our donations and any surplus we generate is invested into the services we provide for our 18,500 residents and members. Our values underpin our entire approach: we nurture mind body and spirit; we respect every person, treating them with dignity; and we inspire the best in each other.

About the home

At Amathea, we provide residential and dementia care for our 40 residents in purpose-built, en suite accommodation. We're situated in the heart of Cumbrian market town, Workington, close to the River Derwent. It's a wonderfully welcoming space designed to help us deliver personalised care in a warm, supportive and safe environment.

For more information about the home, please click here

MHA are fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as this is embedded in our values: respect, nurture and inspire. In addition, as a committed employer we have been awarded level 2 under the Disability Confident Scheme. Click here to read more about this.

Please note that interviews may take place prior to the closing date and if a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early.

Recruitment agencies: please note, MHA do not accept unsolicited CV's from recruitment agencies, regardless of whether they are on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). We only accept CV's from agencies that have been appointed and briefed by MHA's Talent Acquisition Team.

Please see attached Job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies. Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Important Information Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date. For candidates applying using a Hotmail account or have strict firewall settings please ensure the following: Junk Mail is checked regularly Disclosure and Barring Service: On 28 November 2020, the new Disclosure and Barring Service filtering rules will come into effect. The changes mean that: youth cautions, reprimands and final warnings will no longer be subject to automatic disclosure the multiple conviction rule has been removed, meaning that if an individual has more than one conviction, regardless of offence type or time passed, each conviction will be considered against the remaining rules individually, rather than being automatically disclosed. If you are unsure about whether you need to disclose certain criminal record information, free confidential advice may be sought from one of the charity bodies listed below. These bodies can advise you on what you are legally required to declare and may also be able to advise you on how you can disclose criminal record information to a prospective employer and your legal rights when doing so. Nacro Tel: 0300 123 1999, or email: helpline@nacro.org.uk Unlock Tel: 01634 247350, email advice@unlock.org.uk or complete the online form on the Unlock website The Trust is committed to safeguarding adults and children therefore if the post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended) the successful candidate(s) will be subject to a criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post: Standard Check: £18 + Administration cost of £3.85 = £21.85. Deducted at £6.85 from 1st month salary and £5 deducted from salary over following 3 months. Enhanced Check: £38 + administration cost of £3.90 = £41.90. Deducted at £11.90 from 1st month salary and £10 deducted from salary over following 3 months. As part of the one of the largest employers in the UK NCIC future employees will have also access to the following benefits. A lease car may be available for this position; further details will be provided upon appointment if applicable. 27 day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme Excellent opportunities for development Competitive NHS Pension scheme Access to NHS discounts with retailers and leisure companies EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems These schemes are subject to availability

Your new company
My client is a leading agricultural organisation providing people, products and services to help communities succeed. They are currently recruiting for a Customer Service Assistant due to internal progression. Your new role
Working in the busy customer service department, you will be part of a small and welcoming team driving to achieve excellent service by understanding customer needs, providing recommendations and delivering solutions. You will collaborate with your colleagues to contact external suppliers professionally, proactively manage customer orders and navigate complaints with empathy.
Duties:

• Provide advice and information with integrity.
• Monitoring a joint email inbox.
• Responding to email enquiries including receiving and processing orders.
• Contact external suppliers.
• Take card payments over the phone.
• Act on customer feedback to improve and adapt.

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience in both a customer service and an office-based role.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to multitask.
• Confident using IT, including knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to adopt a flexible approach to work and be able to adapt to unexpected demands.
• Experience of working within the agricultural industry (desirable).
• Experience of D365 or other customer ordering programmes (desirable).

What you'll get in return

• Full training including product knowledge training.
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays).
• Opportunity to progress in other areas of the business.
• Access to an employee assistance programme offering health and wellbeing advice.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Staff discounts on selected products.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Please see attached Job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies. The essential criteria for this role includes the requirement to have a care certificate or the willingness and ability to undertake this. For further information, please see the additional information link which can be viewed under the read this before applying section. Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Important Information Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date. For candidates applying using a Hotmail account or have strict firewall settings please ensure the following: Junk Mail is checked regularly Disclosure and Barring Service: On 28 November 2020, the new Disclosure and Barring Service filtering rules will come into effect. The changes mean that: youth cautions, reprimands and final warnings will no longer be subject to automatic disclosure the multiple conviction rule has been removed, meaning that if an individual has more than one conviction, regardless of offence type or time passed, each conviction will be considered against the remaining rules individually, rather than being automatically disclosed. If you are unsure about whether you need to disclose certain criminal record information, free confidential advice may be sought from one of the charity bodies listed below. These bodies can advise you on what you are legally required to declare and may also be able to advise you on how you can disclose criminal record information to a prospective employer and your legal rights when doing so. Nacro Tel: 0300 123 1999, or email: helpline@nacro.org.uk Unlock Tel: 01634 247350, email advice@unlock.org.uk or complete the online form on the Unlock website The Trust is committed to safeguarding adults and children therefore if the post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended) the successful candidate(s) will be subject to a criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post: Standard Check: £18 + Administration cost of £3.85 = £21.85. Deducted at £6.85 from 1st month salary and £5 deducted from salary over following 3 months. Enhanced Check: £38 + administration cost of £3.90 = £41.90. Deducted at £11.90 from 1st month salary and £10 deducted from salary over following 3 months. As part of the one of the largest employers in the UK NCIC future employees will have also access to the following benefits. A lease car may be available for this position; further details will be provided upon appointment if applicable. 27 day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme Excellent opportunities for development Competitive NHS Pension scheme Access to NHS discounts with retailers and leisure companies EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems These schemes are subject to availability