Total 1,400 Customer Service job vacancies in St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL2 3PN

Location: Barnet

The Role:

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.

Helping Hands is the nation's most widely rated home care provider and the only one to be endorsed as a Centre of Excellence by Skills for Care. We have over 150 branches across England and Wales and we're looking for Care Coordinators who are as passionate about what they do as we are to join our growing team.

Being a Care Coordinator with Helping Hands is about more than just rota management. You will be responsible for supporting the Registered Care Manager with recruitment, business development and ensuring we are always delivering the highest possible standard of care.

As a Care Coordinator you'll be responsible for:

• Supporting the Branch Care Manager by providing care and support to our customers and carers within the local community.
• Ensuring that customers receive the highest standards or care and support through effective allocation of staff.
• Completing direct observations and supervisions for your care teams within the correct timescales.
• Supporting the Branch Care Manager to maintain carer numbers by actively recruiting new team members and guiding them through the recruitment process.
• Reassessing customers to ensure care plans are reflective of customer's needs and condition.
• Actively seeking new business opportunities and supporting the commercial growth of the branch.
• Ensuring that the highest levels of customer service are always provided.

About You

To be successful in this role you'll need to have a Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care or be willing to work towards achieving this. Additionally, you'll need to have knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practice in line with CQC/CIW guidance and experience of working within the care sector at supervisory level. You'll also need to have a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.

What's in it for you?

At Helping Hands, we recognise that running a branch is a lot of responsibility and we have an excellent support network to assist you with all things HR, Compliance and Business Development. You will have access to a wide range of benefits including:

• Career progression opportunities
• 23 days annual leave, rising to 25 after 2 years of service
• Blue Light Card offering discounts from business and services
• Access to our employee assistance programme
• Support to complete nationally recognised qualifications
• Refer a friend scheme
• Annual salary review

Helping Hands is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce as we believe this develops a comfortable working environment for all our staff. All applications will be treated fairly in line with our Equality and Diversity Policy.

The MPGS provides professional soldiers to meet armed security requirements at Royal Navy, Army, RAF and other MOD bases across the UK Mainland. Our primary role is to counter the terrorist threat posed to military bases within the UK

Our duties include:

Security incident management - Such as suspicious packages, bomb threats, protests, etc.

Patrolling site perimeters - Taking necessary action to preserve perimeter security.

Controlling entry and exit - Managing control room and gate operations and ensuring all visitors are dealt with efficiently.

Military Working Dog services (at selected sites).

Our units are located at over 120 sites across the UK mainland. We have our own Military Local Service Contract which allows soldiers to choose where they wish to serve, providing there is a vacancy.

Requirements:

• Background - You must have at least 3 years prior Military Service, or be currently serving, in any arm of the British Military, regular or reserves.

• Age - You must be over 18 years and under 57 years of age at re-enlistment.

• Fitness Eligibility - You must be medically fit and have a Body Mass Index below 32.

• Driving Licence - You must have a full UK driving licence with less than 8 penalty points.

Previously Served Personnel:

• Gap Since Leaving Service - Former substantive Cpl/LH (or equivalent) and above ranks with no more than a 10 year gap of service, and for former non substantive Cpl/LH and below ranks who have a gap of service of no more than 6 years.
• If you feel you fall slightly outside the above criteria you can still apply for this role, for which a waiver may be granted subject to approval and interview processes.
• Previous Service Check - Your previous service records will be checked and final authorisation to proceed with the application must be given by the Army Personnel Centre.

Currently Serving Personnel:

• Any currently serving regular or reserve personnel wishing to transfer to the MPGS from across the tri-services should email ArmyPM-MPGS-Recruitment@mod.gov.uk immediately to discuss the best process for you joining the MPGS.

Benefits:

• Entry level salary £25693 (Pte) incrementally increasing to £28009 (Pte) over 4 years.
• Full career pathway and promotion opportunities available, with a salary range from £29066 (LCpl) to £53859 (WO1).
• Continuation of armed services pension or new pension if in receipt of full military pension already.
Entitlement to subsidised accommodation (SFA & SLA), free Medical and Dental care, SLC & ELCs.
• 30 Days Annual Leave (Pro Rata).
• You choose your location in which to serve.
• Home to duty payment subject to conditions (HDT).
• Adventurous Training & unit representative sports opportunities available.

Job Type: Full-time, permanent.

Schedule: 12 hour shifts on a structured system of 4 on 4 off.

Experience: UK Military, minimum 3 years (required).

How to Apply: In the first instance please copy & paste the below Web address into your preferred Web browser.

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=7WB3vlNZS0iuldChbfoJ5e0ogR2MuhhKluQo-thjdrtUNDRRNlZIUEZQSzZWR1lZTlkzUjNBU0ZKUy4u

For further info: Visit

Website - https://www.army.mod.uk/learn-and-explore/about-the-army/corps-regiments-and-units/adjutant-generals-corps/provost-marshal-army-1st-military-police-brigade/military-provost-guard-service/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/mpgsRecruitment/

e-mail – ArmyPM-MPGS-Recruitment@mod.gov.uk

The MPGS provides professional soldiers to meet armed security requirements at Royal Navy, Army, RAF and other MOD bases across the UK Mainland. Our primary role is to counter the terrorist threat posed to military bases within the UK

Our duties include:

Security incident management - Such as suspicious packages, bomb threats, protests, etc.

Patrolling site perimeters - Taking necessary action to preserve perimeter security.

Controlling entry and exit - Managing control room and gate operations and ensuring all visitors are dealt with efficiently.

Military Working Dog services (at selected sites).

Our units are located at over 120 sites across the UK mainland. We have our own Military Local Service Contract which allows soldiers to choose where they wish to serve, providing there is a vacancy.

Requirements:

• Background - You must have at least 3 years prior Military Service, or be currently serving, in any arm of the British Military, regular or reserves.

• Age - You must be over 18 years and under 57 years of age at re-enlistment.

• Fitness Eligibility - You must be medically fit and have a Body Mass Index below 32.

• Driving Licence - You must have a full UK driving licence with less than 8 penalty points.

Previously Served Personnel:

• Gap Since Leaving Service - Former substantive Cpl/LH (or equivalent) and above ranks with no more than a 10 year gap of service, and for former non substantive Cpl/LH and below ranks who have a gap of service of no more than 6 years.
• If you feel you fall slightly outside the above criteria you can still apply for this role, for which a waiver may be granted subject to approval and interview processes.
• Previous Service Check - Your previous service records will be checked and final authorisation to proceed with the application must be given by the Army Personnel Centre.

Currently Serving Personnel:

• Any currently serving regular or reserve personnel wishing to transfer to the MPGS from across the tri-services should email ArmyPM-MPGS-Recruitment@mod.gov.uk immediately to discuss the best process for you joining the MPGS.

Benefits:

• Entry level salary £25693 (Pte) incrementally increasing to £28009 (Pte) over 4 years.
• Full career pathway and promotion opportunities available, with a salary range from £29066 (LCpl) to £53859 (WO1).
• Continuation of armed services pension or new pension if in receipt of full military pension already.
Entitlement to subsidised accommodation (SFA & SLA), free Medical and Dental care, SLC & ELCs.
• 30 Days Annual Leave (Pro Rata).
• You choose your location in which to serve.
• Home to duty payment subject to conditions (HDT).
• Adventurous Training & unit representative sports opportunities available.

Job Type: Full-time, permanent.

Schedule: 12 hour shifts on a structured system of 4 on 4 off.

Experience: UK Military, minimum 3 years (required).

How to Apply: In the first instance please copy & paste the below Web address into your preferred Web browser.

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=7WB3vlNZS0iuldChbfoJ5e0ogR2MuhhKluQo-thjdrtUNDRRNlZIUEZQSzZWR1lZTlkzUjNBU0ZKUy4u

For further info: Visit

Website - https://www.army.mod.uk/learn-and-explore/about-the-army/corps-regiments-and-units/adjutant-generals-corps/provost-marshal-army-1st-military-police-brigade/military-provost-guard-service/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/mpgsRecruitment/

e-mail – ArmyPM-MPGS-Recruitment@mod.gov.uk

Job Advert
Mencap are recruiting for Support Workers in Bury St Edmunds! Both full time and part time on a permanent basis. We also have relief/bank contracts available.
We offer amazing benefits and award winning training to ensure your success within your work.
We prepare the rotas at least 4 weeks in advance so you can still plan your personal and social life!
Your rota'd shifts are typically between the times of 7am and 10pm, and there is also a Sleep in available where you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of £62.45

What we need is someone that wants to support people who have learning disabilities to live their best lives, and to live life to the full!

What we're looking for:

- A genuine passion for supporting others.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- A positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.


To find out more information or to apply over the telephone please call Jesse on 01733 873736
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
*Job ID: 32880

Benefits

- 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) + a variety of benefits including pension and holiday buying options.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.

*T&C's apply based on contract

About Mencap
Join us at Mencap and be part of a team that believes in equality, diversity, and inclusion. Together, we can create a brighter future for individuals with learning disabilities and empower them to break down any barriers they may face.
Mencap vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with learning disabilities.
If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career that truly makes a difference, apply now!

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Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Listed below are the details and the purpose of the job, and what tasks are involved. It is important and advisable to refer to this when submitting your application for the post.

About me and the role

I live in my own home and need support with personal care, activities, preparing meals and housekeeping.

I am looking for a trusted companion to support me to improve my confidence, independence, communication, and general wellbeing while keeping me safe and helping me to enjoy life.

I like visiting country parks and cafes, puzzles, and movies, and see my family regularly.

We are looking for a positive, supportive, and proactive individual with experience of caring for people with additional needs.

The successful candidate will be employed by my sister as my budget holder and care manager and will become part of a small support team. Full training will be given through shadowing existing team members.

Tasks and duties

Food and drink

Preparation of meals / snacks
Working with the client to prepare his own drinks and meals where possible
Managing personal hygiene

Maintain personal care routines including support with washing, changing clothes, shaving and brushing teeth
Support with personal healthcare appointments as needed
Interests and community access

Support to explore different interests both inside and outside the home.
Support to access the local community to enjoy preferred activities
Maintaining the home

Support to ensure the clients home and garden is kept clean and tidy.
Encourage the client to engage in simple household activities to build confidence in this area
General

Develop and maintain routines that the client is comfortable with including day, and night routines.
Follow the client care plan and direction from the team leader.
Gently encourage communication through relationship building
Person specification

Listed below are the skills, competencies and qualities that are essential and desirable for the post.

Essential

Kind, empathetic, and supportive nature
Trustworthy and reliable
Ability to work without supervision
Previous experience in a similar role
Able to communicate effectively in English
Able to work around smoking (outside only)
Desirable

Experience with autism
Days and times of work

The client needs 24-hour support and 9.5 hours of 2:1 care and is supported by a small team to promote relationship building.

Long Day shift: 07:00hrs – 20:15hrs

Short Day shift: 08:00hrs – 17:00hrs

Night Shift: 20:00hrs – 07:15hrs

(Some flexibility around hours possible if needed)

Shifts are agreed with the team leader and generally will rotate depending on team needs / preferences. There is likely to be opportunity to occasionally work more hours if desired. We are looking for a team member who is willing to cover some night shifts.

Terms and conditions

The Annual holiday entitlement will be equivalent to the work which would normally be done during 5.6 consecutive weeks.
The post is subject to the following

A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which will be covered by the employer.
Satisfactory references from two referees are preferrable but not essential.
Completion of a satisfactory probationary period of 6 months.
How to apply

If you wish to apply for this position, please send your CV and a covering letter to SIL.

Or you can complete an online application here: https://www.suffolkindependentliving.org.uk/application-form-1

Please ensure you use the reference 4998

Telephone: 01473 603876

Post - Address:

Suffolk Independent Living, IP City Centre, Unit 21, 1 Bath Street,

Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 8SD.

Chef Manager

Full-time - 37 hours per week - Weekdays and alternate weekends required

Quantum Care is a not for profit company providing high quality care services for over 2000 older people in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Essex. We are looking to recruit the right people to join us and provide the best possible care to our residents, offering support, maintaining dignity and assisting them to enjoy every day living in our Homes.

As a Chef Manager you will be responsible for:

Providing homely meals for our residents, meeting a diverse range of dietary requirements.
Planning staff rotas which are appropriate for the kitchen workload and arrange cover for planned absences, using existing and casual staff.
Organising every aspect of the catering operation within the home to provide a safe, nutritious, cost effective quality service to all customers.
Ensuring all statutory training takes place.
Ensuring regular stock takes occur and that stock is maintained at minimum agreed levels.
Communicating with all customers on a regular basis, whenever possible.
Managing the catering budget and producing financial information relating to performance against the budget on a monthly basis.
If you believe this is the job for you, we would love to have you join our team and in return we will provide the following rewards & benefits:

Competitive salaries with enhancements at weekends and Bank Holidays.
Career development opportunities and recognition of career milestones.
First class in house training provided from day one.
Free Employee Assistant Programme: Providing 24/7 assistance and support to help you balance work, family and life.
Company Pension Scheme (after 1 years’ service).
Free DBS check and uniform.
Access to retail discounts and offers.
Refer a friend scheme of £500 per referral
Terms and Conditions apply to all benefits

This is a great opportunity to join a well-established, values driven company that offers varied and rewarding work and opportunities for career progression. We welcome applications from a very diverse range of people who have the right to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship to candidates at this time.

Female Support Worker - Learning Disabilities Service - "No Sponsorship Available"

£11.50 up to £11.80, paid training, full-time, only day positions available

Please note that we can only consider female applicants for this role due to the needs of the service and its residents.
Location: Glenholme Healthcare, The Marlowes, Hemel, HP1 1GQ

Do you have a big smile? That can make a person's face light up.

Are you a kind, compassionate, or empathetic? No experience is required.

Whether you have been a Support Worker, Care Assistant or Carer previously or you come from a retail, hospitality, warehouse, cleaning, customer service, or admin background. We will provide ongoing training and support to you throughout your career with us.

Do you have patience and a sense of humour? Working as a care assistant or a Support worker isn’t always the easiest job, but we promise that it will be one of the most rewarding.

Benefits and perks as a Support Worker:

A Salary increase to £11.65 once you have completed our paid-for-care certificate (An industry-recognised qualification)
A Salary increase to £11.80 on completion of a paid-for Level 2-3 NVQ qualification (An industry-recognised qualification)
Compensation of up to £200 for completing your e-learning before you start
Hastee Pay – withdraw up to 40% of your earned salary before payday as and when you want
28 holidays (including bank holidays)
An additional day off for your birthday plus up to 5 additional days off for your length of service
Quarterly Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff’s commitment and contribution and service performance-related bonuses
Automatic entry into our Employee Assistance Programme offering: Personal and everyday advice on child support, financial advice, mental health and health & wellbeing
You’ll also receive our pension & life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply)
Cycle2Work scheme
Free Blue Light Card
With the right training and support, you can help us to promote independence, choice, and inclusion. Every day you will make an invaluable contribution to the lives of people living with learning disabilities and will become more than just their support worker, you will become their companion too.

Duties of a Support Worker:

Companionship
Personal Care & Support
The teaching of independent living skills
Management of medication
Community-based activities such as swimming, social activities, or other leisure activities
Sound good? Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity and apply today to become a Support Worker and join the Glenholme Healthcare family.

At Glenholme, our core values allow our staff and service users to thrive. We believe in treating individuals, their families and our staff with respect and dignity while placing a high value on equality, equity and diversity.

This job requires an Enhanced DBS to be carried out.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Main Duties of the Job: Formulate, implement, and monitor progress of the SUS and CC projects to ensure that programmes and project work streams are planned, documented, and managed effectively to assist in their successful delivery. This will also include responsibility for preparing documentation and tracking project plans and benefits. Provide administrative and project support to the Speaking Up Safely and Culture Change team. Organise and coordinate meetings, workshops, and events. Assist in the development and implementation of Speaking Up Safely and Culture Change strategies and initiatives. Maintain accurate records and documentation related to Speaking Up Safely and Culture Change projects. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaboration.

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Specialist Behaviour Support Worker to join our Birchall Wood Service in Hertfordshire.

£27,352.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week. Benefits include 25 days Annual Leave, pension schemes, staff discounts, healthcare and career progression.

Want to feel like you're making a difference? You'll feel at home here.

Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.

Specialist Behaviour Support Workers are responsible for supporting people with learning disabilities and behavioural needs to live full lives, develop skills and maintain their wellbeing.

We are looking for a specialist behavioural support worker of skilled, creative and experienced support workers to support one customer in her own home in Welwyn Garden City. Specialist Support Workers within Look Ahead are required to have either an extra dimension of experience or a higher qualification level as determined relevant for the particular post. Specialist Support Workers provide information, social inclusion and vocational opportunities to support people to recover and stay well; exercise choice and control in their care and lives; and participate on an equal footing in the community. Support is also provided to develop a model of re-enablement towards self-advocacy, self-management and empowerment, incorporating the principles and practice of recovery, co-production and peer support. This role must have an excellent value base to support the customer to build their life and develop their skills and passions as an independent person.

A full driving licence is required for this position.

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.

For a full job description, please visit our website jobs.lookahead.org.uk

What you'll do:

Supporting the customer to lead a full and active life and do things they enjoy, sensitively and persistently trying to new things to open new opportunities for the customer.
Developing the customer's independent living skills and involving them in aspects of maintaining and developing their home, including cooking, shopping, cleaning, and decorating.
Supporting the customer in their sensory routine, trialling and testing new sensory experiences.
Supporting the customer to communicate their wants and needs and develop new ways of doing this, communicating with them in a person-centred way.
Supporting the customer to manage their anxieties, using Positive Behaviour Support and Autism-specific approaches.
Collating a range of behavioural data and essential paperwork to be analysed within our local management structure.
Driving the customer's (manual) vehicle to support them to go about their daily life.
Supporting the customer with personal care.

This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead

What you'll bring:

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent
Minimum 2 years of experience working with customers with Autism/Challenging Behaviour/learning disabilities
Driving licence and a willingness to drive as part of support duties
Experience of engaging vulnerable people with complex needs in meaningful activities.

About us:

Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 120 services, providing support to around 6000 customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness, young people and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.

We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values: We focus on Excellence and innovation. We are Caring and Compassionate. We are Inclusive and Trusted. We work in Partnership and are One-Team.

Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.

Are you committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and health & safety? Based at our state-of-the-art Omega Distribution Centre, located at the Omega Business Park just off Junction 8 of the M62, we are now looking for Distribution Centre Cleaners; you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our operational facilities provide a safe and welcoming environment for colleagues and visitors. Reporting to the Cleaning Team Manager, you’ll contribute to the smooth running of our cleaning operations by completing both scheduled and ad hoc cleaning tasks to an exceptional standard.

In this role, you’ll focus on upholding health and safety compliance, replenishing stock levels, and completing all mandatory training. Your attention to detail and proactive approach will ensure that all cleaning activities meet our rigorous standards, supporting the efficiency and functionality of our distribution centre.

Working as part of the wider cleaning team, you’ll collaborate with various departments across the site, including Warehouse Operations, Transport, and Maintenance, to deliver a seamless and effective service.

Package

• £11.88 per hour
• Day Shift
• 37.50 hours per week
  • 7.50 hour shifts (plus 30 min unpaid break)
• 5.6 weeks paid holiday per year including bank and public holiday allowance rising to 6.6 weeks upon 5 years' service
• Contributable Company pension scheme

Employee benefits:

• MyHB employee benefits platform with access to:
  • Retail and leisure discounts plus hundreds more
  • Free Financial Advice
  • Bank your savings into an ISA
  • 24/7 confidential counselling and advice line
  • Low cost voluntary insured health plans
• Onsite subsidised Health and Fitness Centre
• Onsite canteen
• 10% store discount
• Access to social and sporting events
• Free car parking
• Death in Service Benefit (subject to 12 months complete service)
• Long Service recognition scheme

Job Overview

• Scheduled Cleaning: Complete all allocated cleaning activities to meet the required standards.
• Ad-Hoc Requests: Respond promptly to unplanned cleaning tasks as needed.
• Health and Safety Compliance: Perform equipment checks and adhere to all safe systems of work policies.
• Training: Complete all mandatory and refresher training to ensure competency.
• Stock Management: Replenish cleaning stock to maintain required levels.
• Documentation: Accurately record information in compliance with company policies.
• Team Support: Provide assistance across the cleaning function in line with business needs.

Minimum Criteria To Apply

• Experience in a fast-paced environment, such as warehousing or hospitality, is desirable.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload.
• Effective communication skills and a team-oriented approach.
• Proactive problem-solving skills with a willingness to learn and develop.
• Commitment to upholding high health and safety standards.

About The Company

TJ Morris Limited trading as Home Bargains is a privately owned family run discount retailer selling top brands at the lowest possible price on the UK high street.

Having started 45 years ago in Liverpool our customers continue to be at the heart of everything we do and throughout our 580 stores we have over 5 million customers each week.

With plans to increase our store portfolio to 1,000 stores throughout the UK we are a fast-paced retailer opening 50 stores a year (nearly one every weekend) - and we wouldn't have it any other way!

Care workers required to visit vulnerable people in their homes. Experienced in the role or willing to train for the right candidate.
We have Full time and part- part-time and nights and weekends available.
Full UK driving licence required mileage paid, good rates of pay You will have the opportunity to progress in your role with continued professional development programmes with the company
For a informal Discussion to find out more please call our friendly team.

Job Title: Complex Care NurseLocation: Norwich Salary: Up to £20,000pa depending on hours worked Hours: Part time, 14-18 hours, 3 days between Mon - Fri 9-5pm (days to be agreed)with flexibility to suit the needs of the business This role will require the successful candidate to be able to drive and have access to their own vehicle What we offer: A competitive salary 28 days annual leave (includes Bank Holidays) increasing every year by 1 to the maximum of 33 days over 5years'service. pro rata'd An additional day off for your Birthday Blue Light Card Refer with the Care Friends mobile app and earn extra money Cycle to Work scheme for our Head Office, Regional and Branch colleagues Long Service Awards Workplace Pension Employee assistance programme (EAP) - confidential phone line and online support and resources available to you and your loved ones 24/7 A range of Family Friendly Benefits designed to offer you more support, flexibility, and additional time off when you most need it. Supportive working environment with ongoing learning and development opportunities. A friendly, agile and flexible working culture We want to make life better for more people. If you are as passionate about quality as we are and you want a role where your skills will make a real difference, this is a great opportunity. You can help us to grow and develop in an exciting business that puts people front and centre of everything we do.Prestige Nursing & Care has provided home care for over 75 years and we have 30 local offices in England and Scotland. Our aim is to lead the care industry by providing high quality, personalised and specialist services to our clients. Our services span the generations across a number of environments: Adults of all ages, including the elderly and frail, based in their own homes and community setting Babies, children and young adults in and outside of the home setting i.e. at school, college, social activities and play We offer complex nursing care, led by an experienced registered nurse, provided in the clients own home/ community setting and delivered by a nurse, heath care assistant or support worker. Our client needs, which vary, mainly arise from physical disability, long term conditions, neurological impairment, sensory impairment, learning disability and autism and mental health issues. We work in partnership and collaborate with those health-care professionals already involved; we value the importance of integrated and joined-up care provision. We offer a supportive working environment with lots of potential for learning and development and a friendly, agile and flexible working culture. We are looking for a dynamic, resourceful and independent professional with solid nursing experience as an Adult, Child or Dual Qualified Nurse, that is flexible, enthusiastic, and has a can-do attitude to join our clinical team supporting both adults and children with complex needs. The role of a Complex Care Nurse is to provide clinical expertise and leadership to enable the planning and delivery of safe, high-quality complex care to all clients in their own homes and/or community settings. Purpose of the Job: The role of a Complex Care Nurse is to provide clinical expertise and professional leadership to enable management of a complex caseload of clients requiring clinical support in the community and to oversee the planning and delivery of safe, high-quality complex care to all adults and children in their own homes and/or community settings. To be accountable for and lead on the clinical components of care delivery Support in the assessment, mobilisation and implementation of complex care clients to support with business growth To regularly risk assess individual client needs Provide evidence based clinical expertise and advice relating to care-planning and delivery across the pathway and evaluate outcomes Attend meetings and/or liaise with MDT, commissioners, case managers and clients etc to build and manage clinical caseload To act as a role model and leader for all members of staff To facilitate and deliver an ongoing programme of clinical knowledge/skills-training and competency assessments to non-registered members to enable them to competently deliver care with minimal supervision To be responsible and accountable for the delegation of clinical healthcare tasks required for clients to maintain a quality of life within the community Maintain high standards and proactively manage quality improvement, clinical risks, safety concerns and complaints relating to client case load Drive best practice in order to ensure high quality care Promote compliance and adherence to internal policies and standards Keep up with national standards and requirements surrounding clinical services Assist the branch in identifying best practice in regard to clients complexity to ensure delivery of safe and high-quality care Commitment to improving client/family experience at every step of the care pathway. Identify, develop and maintain new business streams to support with growth of clinical services Person Specification: Registered Nurse withNMCwith active PIN Minimum 2 years clinical nursing experience including community or hospital setting Management of clinical risk management and individualised, person-centred care planning Experience of safeguarding adults and children Effective communication skills verbal and written Ability to work on own initiative as well a part of a team self-motivated Effective people management skills Ability to negotiate, influence, escalate and seek advice Experience in interpreting and analysing data and meet deadlines Excellent IT and presentation skills Demonstrate knowledge of the theory and application of clinical governance E Ability to work autonomously and with initiative Can do approach Ability to work independently and within a team Valid UK driving licence and access to a car is highly desirable, however other travel arrangements are possible Demonstrate good leadership skills. A commitment to equal opportunities and diversity Symmetry between personal and organisational values Recognised teaching qualification/experience Evidence of developing policy, guidelines and managing resources Coaching and mentoring skills, teaching qualification Evidence of success in leading/managing significant and sustained change Experience in interpreting and analysing data and meet deadlines

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a committed, competent and passionate Clinical Lead to join the Mid Mersey Crisis Resolution Home Treatment Team. Covering the boroughs of Halton, Warrington. Knowsley & St Helens.


Responsibilities:

Ensure the delivery of quality care

Build/maintain the positive reputation of the team/service

To work alongside staff to support, feedback and develop their clinical skills and experience;

To provide Clinical Leadership and direction working towards continually developing the service and improving standards

Work to NMC and CQC guidelines and regulations;

Supporting the training and development of the staff;

Maintain accurate records;

Responsibility to complete quality audits within the team.

Clinical supervision skills.

Expertise in clinical assessment and decision making.

The ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team.

Complete, review and present RADAR & 72 hour reviews as required.

Complete, review and share learning od clinical audits both with senior leadership team and CRHT

Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands.

We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.

At the heart of all we do is our commitment to ‘perfect care’ – care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We’re currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so.

MANAGERIAL

Provide effective leadership to the team.

Work closely with their collages across the mental health care division

Formulate and implement local clinical and operational practices and procedures as appropriate.

Ensure the effective deployment of staff and other resources to deliver the required service and the agreed standards. This would involve the review and management of rotas and deployment of staff.

Participate in the recruitment and selection process in accordance with Trust policy.

Ensure effective induction of staff in accordance with Trust policy.

Ensure exit interviews are offered to staff on leaving the organisation/ moving teams within the Trust.

Manage and co-ordinate all services delivered to the service user within the clinical area, optimising all available resources.

Ensure the implementation, monitoring and updating of an operational policy / pathways and philosophy for the clinical area.

Ensure the principles of Clinical Governance are incorporated in service delivery by maintaining a high quality service based on agreed clinical standards.

Ensure that service users are cared for within the confines of their respective Mental Health Act status and adhere to the requirements of the MHA 1983 and the corresponding Code of Practice.

Ensure that Trust policies and procedures are understood and adhered to by all staff within their scope of responsibility.

Develop local protocols involving team members and acute trust to ensure a high standard of service delivery is achieved and maintained.

Lead and ensure staff participation in the formulation of new ideas/ suggestions to improve service user care and service delivery.

Lead on and participate in the performance monitoring of services in accordance with national and local targets.

Provide statistical information on workforce and service user activity as required.

Assist in the maintenance and updating of the team’s equipment inventories and services schedules. Ensure regular servicing, maintenance, repair or replacement as required adhering to Health & Safety, COSHH and Medical Devices Agency regulations.

Ensure effective processes of communication are established, maintained and regularly evaluated within designated team.

Maintain and monitor a framework for risk management and Health and Safety that ensures timely and effective planning and appropriate actions.

Investigate complaints and incidents in accordance with Trust policy.

Undertake Serious Untoward Incident investigations/reviews as required.

Ensure that all staff are regularly updated and have knowledge of all emergency procedures.

Active participation in multidisciplinary decision-making process regarding patient care in the capacity of an autonomous clinician.

CLINICAL

To lead the development of the Service and ensure a high level of clinical leadership within the given area of expertise to other staff within the Service.

To provide a specialist liaison mental health screening assessment, including risk assessment and differential diagnosis, using diagnostic criteria, assessment tools and rating scales.

Independently assess, plan and identify mental health needs, facilitate appropriate care and treatment.

Non-Medical Prescribing: Registered practitioners who are Non-Medical Prescribers are accountable for their prescribing activities by ensuring they are aware of their professional accountability and any restrictions or special considerations in their prescribing practice. Qualified Non-Medical Prescribers must register their qualification with their Professional Body and with the Trust Database in accordance with the Trust Non-Medical Prescribing procedure. Supplementary prescribers must work within Clinical Management Plans in close association with a medical practitioner.

To acting in a consultative capacity as a specialist mental health clinician within the general hospital setting and team, to include advice on medication and contributing to diagnosis.

Supporting the development of a skilled and flexible workforce, supporting junior staff to achieve their full potential in line with the Liaison Competency and Nursing career framework.

Take an active role in education in line with key performance indicators

To develop and maintain partnership working with a wide range of statutory and voluntary agencies.

Effective and autonomous management of clinical caseload.

Making unsupervised decisions in respect of patient’s clinical priority and the suitability for inclusion into and discharge from specialist mental health services.

To act in accordance with infection control policies of the Trust due to frequent exposure to and contact with infectious conditions and substances.

Advise on manual transferring, mobilising and transporting of patients.

Give/receive regular clinical supervision as per Trust policy.

COMMUNICATION AND ORGANISATIONAL

To engage in a high level of communication with Senior Management – both in the Trust and services in the community.

The post holder will be pivotal in ensuring the co-ordination of multiple services to ensure discharges are appropriate and facilitated in a timely manner, and will be organise, manage and develop comprehensive discharge plans with community services.

To deal effectively with issues which are frequently confrontational and complex requiring the use of skills in sensitivity, diplomacy and negotiation.

Adapt communication to take account of others’ culture, background and preferred way of communicating.

Provide feedback to others on their communication where appropriate shares and engages thinking with others.

Maintain the highest standards of integrity when communicating with patients and the wider public

EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT

Organise and undertake ward based teaching where appropriate ensuring that the environment is suitable for student nurse placements.

Lead and support the implementation of evidence based practice in line with current research.

Work closely with Education Facilitator to assist skills acquisition and facilitate workforce planning and development.

Coordinate preceptorship and mentorship for all staff including those in training.

Demonstrate the acquisition and application of knowledge in line with current research and evidence-based practice.

Undertake appropriate continuing professional development.

Promote a positive learning environment by contributing to teaching, training and supervision of junior staff and learners within the organisation.

Provide evidence to support development around the Trust Appraisal system which may include the KSF or other competency profiles.

Design and deliver an ongoing programme of formal mental health education in conjunction with post graduate teaching department to all professional staff within the acute hospital setting.

Provide regular service awareness sessions for staff across hospital settings.

Provide evidence to support development around the Trust appraisal system which includes KSF.

Participate in regular supervision, engage in reflective practice and be committed to continued development.

Develop own skills and knowledge and contribute to the development of others.

SERVICE DEVELOPMENT

To develop, implement and review liaison service operational policies.

To ensure both Trusts receive outcome monitoring data.

To establish implement and review patient care pathways/protocols and practice guidelines.

To develop competencies in self and which safeguard practice and effectiveness of role.

Effectively manage allocated/available resources.

To complete six monthly statistical review of service activity and report to service manager.

Contribute to strategic forums as directed.

RESEARCH AUDIT

Ensure staff awareness of Clinical and Corporate Governance and the need for research-based practice.

Undertake and participate in appropriate audit, quality assurance programmes and research as directed.


This advert closes on Thursday 28 Nov 2024

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You will need to have a minimum of three months recent UK experience working within a healthcare environment in a similar capacity. Shortlisted applicants will be required to attend an video interview.

All positions are subject to an enhanced DBS check and we require a minimum of two satisfactory employment references. Although shifts are offered on an ad hoc basis, work is constantly ongoing. (AGY)

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.