Total 363 Junior Executive job vacancies in Leicester, LE2 7AJ

Healthcare Assistant
Temporary contract - £11.60-£12.00 per hour.
Social Care and Education are a company with over 20 years’ experience recruiting top carers and support workers in Leicester and nationwide. We are currently looking to expand our already established team – do you have what it takes?
We offer full flexibility and working hours to reflect your schedule and your needs. Whether this be working around childcare, studies, or full-time hours, whatever it is, we have a care role to suit you.
With shifts spanning from long days, night shifts and half days, we guarantee there will be work to support your lifestyle.
What do we need from you?
- Reliability
- Honesty
- 6 months plus healthcare experience.
- A willingness to work to the best of your ability.
- Good communication
- Punctuality
- A passion to improve the lives of the residents you care for.
- Personal care and hoisting experience.
We have a range of service users who require support. If you have worked with elderly people and those with dementia, we want to hear from you.
What we can offer you:
- A support network of experienced consultants
- Quick registration.
- 24/7 open phonelines.
- Training opportunities.
- Refer a friend bonus.
- Full flexibility.
If you think the above applies to you, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!

Package Description: Shift Details: 8 am - 8 pm. Alternative weekends are required. At Avery Healthcare we believe in caring for those who care for our residents; we recognise and celebrate our hard-working colleagues, support your career development with a variety of apprenticeships, and provide you with access to a range of leisure and retail discounts. We are now seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our friendly, award-winning team as Care Assistant. ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as Care Assistant will be to deliver high standards of personal care, contributing fully to the care team to ensure continuity of services to residents. Other responsibilities will include: Assisting residents in all their personal hygiene care ensuring optimum independence, dignity and respect of individuals at all times. Recognising and understanding clinical risk areas in residents such as weight loss, pressure sores, risk of falls, sign of infections and escalate any identified risks in a timely manner. Acting courteously towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident. Practicing safe systems of work across the range of task. ABOUT YOU To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive,honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do. Experience is not required as we are proud to offer a thorough induction and training programme to ensure confidence within your role. Our ideal candidate must: Have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Demonstrate initiative and be respectful towards the residents and other people in the home. Be an efficient worker who can carry reasonable instructions from other team members. Be able to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice. ABOUT AVERY As one of the largest providers of luxury elderly care homes in the UK, we believe that the later years of our residents' lives should be as enriching as any other. Our vision of creating meaningful lives together is reached by the exceptional care and experience we proudly offer throughout our growing portfolio of over 100 care homes whilst establishing ourselves as the preferred choice for residents and employees. Please note this role will require: A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic EYFS Learning Support Assistant practitioner to join our team. You will be required to provide support for teaching and learning activities and providing key SEN support within the classroom on a 1:1 basis. Lunchtime and breaktime cover are part of the role. • Start Date: Monday 6th January 2025
• Salary: Grade 5 point 7-8 £23,118- £23,505 pro rata
• Contract: Hours of work will be 28.75 8.30am – 3.15pm (five days a week)
• Applications Close: 9am on Friday 15th November.The role of LSA within the school is an important and rewarding role, it provides vital support to those students who need it and the opportunity to access learning as part of the usual school day. We are looking to appoint a well-motivated; flexible; and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about providing high quality provision to our pupils and support to the Teachers within the school. We are looking for: • A talented person who will work with our primary school;
• A caring and nurturing practitioner who will embrace our motto ‘Succeeding together’;
• A person who is passionate about working with children and improving their education and life-chances
• A hard working and enthusiastic individual with good ICT skills;
• A team player who has good communication and interpersonal skills;
• An individual with a wide range of skills and talents.Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide a criminal records self-disclosure form at least 3 working days prior to interview as well as two satisfactory working references. Character references will not be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will also be subject to satisfactory online searches. They will also be required to show all relevant qualifications at interview stage. The successful applicant will need to undertake an enhanced disclosure via the DBS. We will also be carrying out a Prohibited List Check. PLEASE NOTE: Applications received with unexplained gaps in employment history will not be considered for interview. If you would like to visit the school prior to your application/interview, please call the main office.Closing Date for applications: 9am on Friday 15th November. Candidates selected for interview will be contacted by email. Interviews and selection activities will take place on Friday 22nd November.

Location: Leicester

Since 1989, we've supported adults of all ages to maintain their independence and stay in the place they know and love. Because, life is better at home.

We're looking for people who are passionate about care, and who want to help others to join our amazing teams. We don't require you to have any previous social care experience, what we do need from you is to have the Right to Work in the UK, as we are NOT able to offer Health and Care Worker visas. Additionally, you are required to have a full UK driving license with access to your own vehicle.

If you're looking for a job that can be flexible around your lifestyle there are a variety of shift patterns available to work in mornings, afternoons, evenings or weekends.

At Helping Hands, we can offer the following benefits

• Paid mileage of 35p per mile between calls
• Early Pay App request up to 50% of your pay in advance of pay day
• Earn up to £100 for referring a friend
• Our care assistants are directly employed by us giving you access to holiday entitlement and our pension scheme
• Apprenticeship opportunities available to existing staff
• Support to complete nationally recognised qualifications including your Care Certificate and NVQs. Your career development is important to us if you want to progress, we can help!
• FREE Blue Light Card national discount card for hundreds of retailers
• Annual pay reviews based on cost of living

Being a Care Assistant means you need to be adaptable, kind-hearted and put others first. Your role may include:

• Providing companionship
• Support with personal care such as showering, bathing and toileting
• Helping with mobility around the home
• Overseeing medication and providing medical support
• Helping around the house with cleaning, cooking and tidying
• Running errands such as food shopping or picking up prescriptions

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Leicester City
Salary: £80 - £100 per day
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term temporary assignment
Start Date: 18th November 2024.

About Us:
Hays Education are proud to be working with a leading specialist school in the heart of Leicester who are looking for some experienced teaching assistants to join their growing team. They are fully committed to providing exceptional support to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), particularly those with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and adverse behavioural difficulties. Their goal is to create a nurturing and supportive environment where every student can thrive and access education in a way that suits them.

Role Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate and dynamic SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with students who have SEMH needs and behavioural challenges, helping them to achieve their full potential both academically and personally.
You will be required to provide support both inside and outside the classroom to encourage both their academic development as well as their social and emotional development.

Key Responsibilities:
* Provide one-on-one and group support for students with SEMH needs and behavioural difficulties.
* Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs).
* Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.
* Collaborate with teachers, parents, and external professionals to support student progress.
* Use creative approaches to engage students, including sports, drama, music, and other activities.
* Monitor and report on student progress and behaviour.
* Assist the class teacher with setting up lessons and preparing any resources as and when necessary.

Qualifications and Experience:
* Experience as a Teaching Assistant is desirable but not essential.
* We welcome applications from individuals with a background in sports, drama, music, and the military.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting students with SEN.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

What's in it for you?

* School holidays.
* Comprehensive training programme.
* A dedicated Hays consultant to aid you in your career.
* Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions.
* Supportive team environment where you matter.
* A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits.
* 100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad.
* A supportive and collaborative working environment.
* Opportunities for professional development and training.
* The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people.

How to Apply
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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Are ready to take on a new challenge where you will receive full mentor support to develop your confidence, skills and ability? In this HLTA role, you will have greater responsibility within the classroom, and directly impact the lives of children and young people; it's the next step up from being a Teaching Assistant and could be just what you are looking for.



Ideally, you will have experience working with children and young people in schools, but individuals from a residential care setting would also be considered. We'd like to see examples of where you have demonstrated strong organisation, communication, and leadership skills.



Being focused on supporting student independence irrespective of their barrier, this is an opportunity to use your expertise to mentor less experienced staff members and work through strategies which best fit the needs of the individual students.

In addition, the HLTA role needs someone who:

Has the ability to adapt and act swiftly to challenging situations
Has a high level of patience and emotional resilience.
A non-judgmental attitude regardless of a person's needs or behaviours.
The ability to remain calm under pressure and when dealing with challenging situations.
The ability to keep up with changing standards and codes of conduct.

This could be the next step up before looking at becoming a teacher so you can use the opportunity to undertake training and personal development in line with your own goals and changing industry standards.
Every person working in education is subject to an Enhanced DBS and reference check.

We are unable to offer sponsorship, so only those with existing eligibility to live and work in the UK will be considered.



Please apply now for more information and to be considered for this role.

An approachable and enthusiastic Spa Assistant wanted to be part of our Spa Receptionist team to provide the warmest of welcomes.

We're looking for you to join out Spa Receptionist team to be the public face of our spa; working in a busy and vibrant environment, ensuring all of our guests receive the warmest of welcomes.

Your day to day;

• Greeting everyone of our guests with a welcoming smile
• Providing the highest level of hospitality
• Upselling of treatments, products and other facilities
• Informing the guests of the spa’s facilities, offering advice and assistance when necessary
• Ensuring spa procedures are followed

Who are we looking for?

As part of the Spa Receptionist team, you could be the first person to greet our spa guests so will be the key to providing that fantastic first impression. You will need a warm demeanor and be approachable at all times.

You will need to be calm under pressure, reacting effortlessly to un-expected circumstances and taking them in your stride. You will be requried to complete pool tests as necessary and have an awareness of pool plant operations, all of which can be trained.

If you are passionate about providing a great guest experience, are a strong communicator who can provide service with a smile then this could be the role for you.

In return, we are offering a rewarding role with scope for career progression along with;

• A competitive salary, negotiable dependent on experience
• Wagestream - the ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them each week
• 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years)
• Health cash plan
• Generous employee discounts
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Apprenticeships available
• Bespoke training programmes accessible to all
• An engaging & supportive work environment

Salary: Grade 2, £22,665 - £22,841 per annum (Approximately £15,709 - £15,831 pro rata per annum (0.69309 FTE) Please Note: This is a fixed-term contract ending on 11th July 2025. Candidates are required to work 32.5 hours per week.About us and the role:Are you passionate about education and committed to supporting young learners? Avanti Fields is a secondary school seeking two dedicated Teaching Assistants to join Team. As a key contributor, you’ll empower students, collaborate with teachers, and contribute to a positive learning environment. If you’re ready to make a difference, apply now and be part of our vibrant educational community! Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, we'd encourage you to submit your application as early as possible. School visits are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school to arrange a suitable time.Avanti Fields School is an all-through, faith-designated (Hindu) state school which welcomed the first intake of Year 7 students in September 2018, and first intake of Nursery and Reception students in September 2022. The school is rapidly expanding and will grow year by year to a full cohort of 1,320. This is an exciting time to join the school as it continues its journey to outstanding. The staff at Avanti Fields School are passionate about our school and are relentlessly focused on improving the achievement and opportunities for all our students. All staff that work at the school will need to subscribe to our ethos and values and seek to improve and develop their own practice and performance for the benefit of our students. This is a unique opportunity to work in a school which is driven by three key elements for both students and staff: Educational excellence Character formation Spiritual insightWhat will you do? Work with individuals and groups of children to deliver learning programmes and encourage interaction in activities led by the teacher. Assist with general pastoral care and attend to personal needs as appropriate. Supervise children during non-lesson times, accompany on trips, participate in meetings and training Feedback on child progress in meeting Individual Education Plan targetsWhy should you apply Avanti exists to help each person become a well-rounded human being through intellectual, moral and spiritual growth, and so make the world a better place. You will be working in a fantastic environment, with:Great opportunities for professional developmentLGPS pension scheme (subject to eligibility)O2 discounts, Specsavers corporate eye test vouchersFlexible working opportunitiesEligible for NUS Card and CSSC membershipWell-being programs (retreats, yoga, wellness apps)Cycle-to-work and Electric Vehicle Lease Schemes What are we looking for?
Experience of working with relevant age group within a learning environment A good understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities Ability to communicate well, with adults and children across the Trust Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people Please view the full Job Description for more information on the responsibilities and essential criteria required for this role. Further information Pre-employment checks Avanti Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates are required to have an Enhanced DBS check unless internally appointed and still within the cycle of DBS re-checks. Any appointment subsequently made will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks. Diversity and Inclusion We want to make sure we are attracting the widest possible range of people and ensure that they are accepted, understood and treated equally when they work here. This means we will work hard to understand that each employee is unique and ensuring that individuals or groups are not treated differently or less favourably on the basis of specific characteristics. Such characteristics include (but are not limited to) age, disability, gender including transgender, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, and how the school supports pregnant women and new parents.

The Role

Are you a fragrance enthusiast with a flair for people? Are you looking for a temporary role working with fabulous brands and perks, look no further!

As a Christmas Sales Assistant your role is to spread some holiday cheer and help us deliver the Perfect Service for our customers. Becoming part of our dedicated store team, you’re customer focused, can handle the festive rush and enjoy working as part of a team.

Contracted Hours: 10
Contract Type: Temporary

Pay Rate: £9.25 - £13.15

What You'll Do:

• Welcome customers with a smile and craft a VIP-worthy experience.
• Offer our exclusive loyalty card to customers to maximise their future offers and potential savings.
• Showcase your gift-wrapping ability and personalise presents with ribbons.
• Take payments and process transactions quickly.

It Really Helps if You:

• Have a talent, passion, and a spark that ignites excitement in perfume!
• Can be flexible in your work schedule to spread holiday cheer.
• Love bustling Christmas vibes and working as part of a team.

What You'll Get:

• An amazing Christmas commission scheme, based on store sales and the number of hours worked
• You’re also a VIP to use, so you’ll get 20% off perfume and be able to take park in any customer offers on top
• Continuous learning and training to ensure you are always developing
• Access to the Retail Trust, a free, independent and confidential wellbeing service
• Access to Wagestream, to support your financial wellbeing needs, giving you more control and flexibility with your pay

We thank you for your interest, however due to the high volumes of applications, only those successful will be contacted. We do still encourage you to continue applying to any roles of interest you see advertised.

The Perfume Shop is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion within our work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

The Perfume Shop is part of AS Watson Group, the world’s largest international health and beauty retailer operating over 16,500 stores under 12 retail brands in 28 markets, with over 130,000 employees worldwide. For the fiscal year 2023, AS Watson Group recorded revenue of US$23 billion. Every year, it is serving over 5.5 billion shoppers via its O+O (Offline plus Online) platforms, providing tech-enabled retail experience to customers offline and online.

What skills and experience we're looking for

About us and the role:

Are you passionate about education and committed to supporting young learners? Avanti Fields is a secondary school seeking two dedicated Teaching Assistants to join Team.

As a key contributor, you’ll empower students, collaborate with teachers, and contribute to a positive learning environment. If you’re ready to make a difference, apply now and be part of our vibrant educational community!

Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, we'd encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.

School visits are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school to arrange a suitable time.

What will you do?

• Work with individuals and groups of children to deliver learning programmes and encourage interaction in activities led by the teacher.
• Assist with general pastoral care and attend to personal needs as appropriate.
• Supervise children during non-lesson times, accompany on trips, participate in meetings and training
• Feedback on child progress in meeting Individual Education Plan targets

What are we looking for?

• Experience of working with relevant age group within a learning environment
• A good understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities
• Ability to communicate well, with adults and children across the Trust
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people

Please view the full Job Description for more information on the responsibilities and essential criteria required for this role.

What the school offers its staff

Avanti Fields School is an all-through, faith-designated (Hindu) state school which welcomed the first intake of Year 7 students in September 2018, and first intake of Nursery and Reception students in September 2022. The school is rapidly expanding and will grow year by year to a full cohort of 1,320. This is an exciting time to join the school as it continues its journey to outstanding.

The staff at Avanti Fields School are passionate about our school and are relentlessly focused on improving the achievement and opportunities for all our students. All staff that work at the school will need to subscribe to our ethos and values and seek to improve and develop their own practice and performance for the benefit of our students.

This is a unique opportunity to work in a school which is driven by three key elements for both students and staff:

• Educational excellence
• Character formation
• Spiritual insight

Why should you apply

Avanti exists to help each person become a well-rounded human being through intellectual, moral and spiritual growth, and so make the world a better place.

You will be working in a fantastic environment, with:

• Great opportunities for professional development
• LGPS pension scheme (subject to eligibility)
• O2 discounts, Specsavers corporate eye test vouchers
• Flexible working opportunities
• Eligible for NUS Card and CSSC membership
• Well-being programs (retreats, yoga, wellness apps)
• Cycle-to-work and Electric Vehicle Lease Schemes

Further details about the role

Pre-employment checks

Avanti Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates are required to have an Enhanced DBS check unless internally appointed and still within the cycle of DBS re-checks.

Any appointment subsequently made will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks.

Diversity and Inclusion

We want to make sure we are attracting the widest possible range of people and ensure that they are accepted, understood and treated equally when they work here. This means we will work hard to understand that each employee is unique and ensuring that individuals or groups are not treated differently or less favourably on the basis of specific characteristics.

Such characteristics include (but are not limited to) age, disability, gender including transgender, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, and how the school supports pregnant women and new parents.

Commitment to safeguarding

Avanti Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates are required to have an Enhanced DBS check unless internally appointed and still within the cycle of DBS re-checks. Any appointment subsequently made will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks.

Location: Leicester   
Hours per Week: 8 hours with the opportunity to work more hours.
Shift pattern: Part-time - flexible shift patterns across mornings; afternoons; evenings and weekends, which will be discussed further at interview  
Salary: £8.65 - £11.90 per hour

If you love retail, you’re in the right place.  

Are you looking to join a great place to work?  We are recruiting for a Sales Assistant to join the team! 

Let’s talk about the job: 

No two days are the same here at Savers and the ideal Savers Sales Assistant has a positive can-do attitude, who loves getting involved and working as part of a team. You are all about making our customers feel great and leaving them with that Savers smile. You are the hero in store that ensures our store standards are insta worthy. We recognise you are the future leaders of Savers. The challenge doesn’t stop there – our SAs are well known in their store, as they get the opportunity to connect with their local community and offer our customers the best deals on the high street. 

Let’s talk about the benefits: 

· Up to 33 days holiday entitlement 
· Company sick pay and pregnancy loss policy. 
· Wagestream - access to an app that gives you power over your pay and supports financial wellbeing 
· Aviva Digicare Workplace+ - access to free digital healthcare services such as digital GP appointments and mental health consultations 
· Discount deals with over 3,000 retailers, including a discount card with our sister company, Superdrug 
· Employee Assistance Programme with Retail Trust 
· Your career, your way – a clear progression plan, steered by us and driven by you! 

Let’s talk about you: 

· Are you passionate about the products we sell?  
· Are you excited to work in a fast-paced retail environment?
· Do you love getting stuck in and being a team player?

If you can say yes to all those things - whilst keeping people at the heart of everything you do - then this could be the career opportunity you have been searching for!

Next steps… 

If your application gives us that bargain buzz, you will be contacted to arrange a phone interview within 14 days of application. Good luck!  

Here at Savers, we love inclusivity. If you need any adjustments to support you through your candidate journey, please email us: savers.jobs@uk.aswatson.com  

Hays Education is looking for Higher Level Teaching Assistants to work on day-to-day, short-term and long-term assignments across Leicester. At Hays, we work with schools across Leicestershire including Coalville, Loughborough, Melton Mowbray, Oakham, Market Harborough, Lutterworth and Hinckley - if any of these locations are of interest to you, please get in touch!

Your new role

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in nurturing the next generation. From planning and delivering learning activities for individual pupils and groups to assessing and reporting on student progress - a HLTA provides essential classroom support. In this job, you will work closely with class teachers to support and assess pupils' learning.

What you'll need to succeed

To succeed in this job as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you'll have a Level 4 HLTA qualification. You'll also have experience as a Teaching Assistant in a classroom setting - ideally having supported SEN pupils and a strong working knowledge of phonics. Most importantly, you'll need to be energetic and dedicated to nurturing the next generation of learners.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive Pay: We offer competitive rates of pay which fairly reward your hard work
• Flexible Opportunities: Work around your schedule for a better work/life balance, without compromising on commitments
• Professional Development: Access a range of resources to support your career growth including a dedicated consultant
• Exclusive Job Opportunities: Get first access to live job opportunities in Leicestershire
• Hays also offers an excellent Refer A Friend scheme worth £350 in high street vouchers
  
  
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To assist with the acquisition and distribution of relevant trial documentation. To assist with the acquisition and distribution of study equipment/tools and ensure relevant health and safety checks are carried out in accordance with relevant Trust Policies. To assist in the preparation and submission of documentation for clinical research approvals. To create and maintain trial site files for each trial in accordance with ICH-GCP and Research Governance. Collection of patient data from medical notes and completion of case record form (CRF) and to liaise with clinical trials coordinators, research nurses and investigators to ensure accurate data collection. To transcribe/export data from medical records (paper or electronic) to CRFs (paper or electronic e-CRFs) as required by the study protocol. To ensure safe filing and storage of study documentation in accordance to research governance. Conduct quality assurance of documentation. To organise and prepare for visits by trial monitors as required by the study protocol. To take responsibility for liaising with clinical trial units regarding data queries and for checking and resolving data queries. To support the assessment of patient eligibility, in liaison with other appropriate health care professionals for clinical trial entry, involving coordination of pre study tests, obtaining results and arrangingappropriate appointments as per clinical trial protocol. To provide written and verbal information relevant to the research study and support clinical staff in the process of gaining informed consent from participants that are entering into clinical research. To deal with telephone enquiries from staff, patients and relatives, ensuring that appropriate personnel are informed in order for actions to be taken. To report any adverse events to the appropriate research nurse and/or principal investigator (PI). Presenting specific trial information at multidisciplinary team meetings. To act in a professional manner at all times when dealing with patients, relatives and representatives from both within and outside of the Trust. Co-ordination of specified trials and take responsibility for : Organisation of any necessary tests and investigations as detailed within the Sample preparation (e.g. blood, urine, tissue and faecal samples): retrieval, centrifuging, pipetting, slide making and preparation for storage, liaising with the hospital and external laboratories when appropriate. Undertaking low risk clinical duties. Maintaining logs of stored samples and freezer temperatures. Maintaining adequate stock levels of sample kits. Required to hold a phone for a short period of time to monitor freezer/fridge temperatures including during and out of office hours. Organising the logistical aspects of diagnostic specimens, packaging, and shipment, including handling of dry ice. Resolving data queries raised by sponsoring organisations. Archiving all study related material including patients notes after study closure. Reporting and submitting of Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) from this site within stipulated timeframes to sponsor organisations and the Research and Innovation Office. Tracking Serious Unexpected Event reporting. Maintaining and updating study specific site files. Notifying General Practitioners of their patients involvement in a clinical trial. As a new post holder, training will be provided for the key aspects of this role, and a period of induction identified, however, the post holder will be expected to take advantage of opportunities to upgrade their skills and to attend meetings and workshops to enhance their knowledge.

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join the Research & Innovation (R&I) workforce at University Hospitals of Leicester (UHL).

This is a great opportunity to become a member of the HOPE cancer trials team. We have an ever changing diverse portfolio of clinical haematology and oncology trials including those exploring compounds at the early stages of development. We offer a commitment to support training and professional development needs and the opportunity to develop interests and skills in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancer.

There are close relationships between the Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) Themes, University of Leicester and UHL clinical areas across the 3 sites. Funding from the Clinical Research Network (CRN) will support the delivery of research programmes across all specialties at UHL.

The appointee’s main responsibilities include collecting, recording and maintaining data for patients and volunteers on research studies. To support research staff in ensuring the completeness, accuracy and consistency of the data in order to meet standards expected for reporting to regulatory bodies.

To provide support in clinical trials such as preparing, handling and processing biological samples, and data management and resolution, in accordance with the clinical trial protocol and Good Clinical Practice (GCP). To ensure compliance with UHL policies on data protection, confidentiality and security.

The post holder will provide the highest standards of patient care in line with research protocols and ICH Good Clinical Practice guidelines, safeguarding the well-being and safety of the patients and integrity of the data.

To work alongside Principal Investigators and the research team to assist in the delivery of a high quality research service of clinical expertise, professional advice, support, guidance and education to the multi-professional team, patients and carers within the research service.

The post-holder will ensure the highest standard is delivered to research subjects and, where relevant to their families, in partnership with all members of the multi professional and research teams.

We are one of the biggest and busiest NHS trusts in the country, incorporating the General, Glenfield and Royal Infirmary hospitals. We have our very own Children’s Hospital and run one of the country’s leading heart centres.

Our team is made up of more than 17,000 staff providing a range of services primarily for the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

We work with partners at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us.

Our purpose is to provide ‘Caring at its best’ and our staff have helped us create a set of values that embody who we are and what we’re here to do.

Our patients are at the heart of all we do and we believe that ‘Caring at its best’ is not just about the treatments and services we provide, but about giving our patients the best possible experience.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust (leicestershospitals.nhs.uk)
• To assist with the acquisition and distribution of relevant trial documentation.
• To assist with the acquisition and distribution of study equipment/tools and ensure relevant health and safety checks are carried out in accordance with relevant Trust Policies.
• To assist in the preparation and submission of documentation for clinical research approvals.
• To create and maintain trial site files for each trial in accordance with ICH-GCP and Research Governance.
• Collection of patient data from medical notes and completion of case record form (CRF) and to liaise with clinical trials coordinators, research nurses and investigators to ensure accurate data collection.
• To transcribe/export data from medical records (paper or electronic) to CRFs (paper or electronic e-CRFs) as required by the study protocol.
• To ensure safe filing and storage of study documentation in accordance to research governance.
• Conduct quality assurance of documentation.
• To organise and prepare for visits by trial monitors as required by the study protocol.
• To take responsibility for liaising with clinical trial units regarding data queries and for checking and resolving data queries.
• To support the assessment of patient eligibility, in liaison with other appropriate health care professionals for clinical trial entry, involving coordination of pre study tests, obtaining results and arranging appropriate appointments as per clinical trial protocol.
• To provide written and verbal information relevant to the research study and support clinical staff in the process of gaining informed consent from participants that are entering into clinical research.
• To deal with telephone enquiries from staff, patients and relatives, ensuring that appropriate personnel are informed in order for actions to be taken.
• To report any adverse events to the appropriate research nurse and/or principal investigator (PI).
• Presenting specific trial information at multidisciplinary team meetings.
• To act in a professional manner at all times when dealing with patients, relatives and representatives from both within and outside of the Trust.
• Co-ordination of specified trials and take responsibility for :• Organisation of any necessary tests and investigations as detailed within the
• Sample preparation (e.g. blood, urine, tissue and faecal samples): retrieval, centrifuging, pipetting, slide making and preparation for storage, liaising with the hospital and external laboratories when appropriate.
• Undertaking low risk clinical duties.
• Maintaining logs of stored samples and freezer temperatures.
• Maintaining adequate stock levels of sample kits.
• Required to hold a phone for a short period of time to monitor freezer/fridge temperatures including during and out of office hours.
• Organising the logistical aspects of diagnostic specimens, packaging, and shipment, including handling of dry ice.
• Resolving data queries raised by sponsoring organisations.
• Archiving all study related material including patient’s notes after study closure.
• Reporting and submitting of Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) from this site within stipulated timeframes to sponsor organisations and the Research and Innovation Office.
• Tracking Serious Unexpected Event reporting.
• Maintaining and updating study specific site files.
• Notifying General Practitioners of their patient’s involvement in a clinical trial.
• As a new post holder, training will be provided for the key aspects of this role, and a period of induction identified, however, the post holder will be expected to take advantage of opportunities to upgrade their skills and to attend meetings and workshops to enhance their knowledge.


This advert closes on Thursday 31 Oct 2024

Position: Learning Support Assistant
Location: Leicestershire-based secondary schools
Start Date: As soon as possible

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with students across the school that have individual individuals in their academic and social development. Your role will involve providing tailored support to meet the specific needs of each student across a variety of subject areas. Students have a range of special needs with the biggest requirement being SEMH.

Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one or small group support for students with SEN.
• Support classroom activities and help manage student behaviour.
• Collaborate with teachers to adapt learning materials and resources.
• Monitor and record student progress and provide feedback to teachers
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a teaching assistant is essential.
• Experience in supporting SEMH needs is essential.
• Experience providing 1:1 support is desirable.
• A passion for working with children and a commitment to inclusive education.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A relevant teaching assistant or childcare qualification would be advantageous, though not essential.

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