Total 25 Junior Executive level Business Management / Project / Planning job vacancies in Manchester, Cheshire, SK11 8LF

Demand Planning Assistant
£23,400 plus great benefits (Work Level 6C)

12-month fixed term contract
Manchester, hybrid working, minimum one day a week in the office
5/7 working pattern, working up to 12 weekend days a year on a rota basis (find out more about our hybrid working policy at colleagues.coop.co.uk/hybrid-working-policy)

We're looking for a motivated Demand Planning Assistant to join our category team. In this role, you'll be supporting colleagues within category teams, helping to make sure that things are running smoothly, and providing high quality administrative support. This is a great opportunity for you to develop your skills, and to gain valuable exposure across Co-op's Supply Chain. It's an ideal role for someone looking to progress their career in this exciting area of our business.

What you'll do

• Support data integrity making sure that compliance to process is sustained
• Provide continued support to categories through reporting and process compliance
• Support a range of ad-hoc administrative tasks
• Work closely with the Demand Planners, supporting with range events and promotions, helping to make sure that compliance is right
• Support supply chain category management, working collaboratively with internal and external partners
• Work on a range of ad-hoc projects to support the team as required and opportunity to investigate and analyse forecasting queries from suppliers and our store teams

This role would suit people who have

• Some previous admin experience with intermediate Microsoft Office 365 skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) with the ability to learn new systems quickly
• Experience of working in an administrative role
• A high level of attention to detail
• Openness to change and a desire to learn and progress your career within the Coop
• Confident communication skills with the ability to engage with a range of colleagues at different levels

Why Co-op?

If you have the skills that we need, we can offer you a competitive salary and great benefits package which includes 30% off Co-op branded products in our food stores (as well as other discounts on Co-op products and services).

• An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance)
  * 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays
  * A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
  * Access to a subsidised onsite gym (at our Manchester HQ)
  * Coaching and training to support your career development
  * Wagestream app - giving you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn

At Co-op, we're proud to do things a different way. As one of the world's largest co-operatives, owned by millions of members, community is at the heart of what we do. Since our Co-op was founded in 1844, we've had a clear social purpose, and everything we do as a business helps to build a fairer world for our members, customers, colleagues, and communities.

Building a diverse environment

We're actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.
We'll ask whether you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply.

If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we'll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate.

You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process.

You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at colleagues.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-and-wellbeing

Zest Optical are searching for a Mobile Optical Assistant to join a high quality, independent home eye care provider to cover the North West region.

The company provide an eye care service to those who are unable to travel to their local high street practice.

They believe that everyone should have the right to high quality eye care, and pride themselves on providing a professional yet friendly service.

Optical Assistant - Role

• Working alongside an Optometrist to provide high levels of care
• Dispensing frames and lenses to all levels, including varifocals
• Delivery of glasses and aftercare visits
• Administrative duties - booking appointments, communicating with partners etc
• Driving to and from venues
• Mon - Fri / 9am - 5pm

Optical Assistant - Requirements

• Previous experience of working as an Optical Assistant
• Excellent communication skills; clear verbal and written communication with active listening skills
• Full clean driving license

Optical Assistant - Salary

• Paying up to £25,000
• Uncapped bonus scheme with £5,000OTE
• Company car provided for business and personal use
• Further added benefits

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Kieran Lindley using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.

Zest Optical are currently recruiting for an Optical Assistant to join a lovely group of independent practices in Greater Manchester.

This is an opportunity to join a reputable team within an independent group known for offering excellent levels of care and huge opportunities for personal progression and development.

Optical Assistant - Role

• Recent refurb making for a modern environment and plenty space within the store
• Working within a supportive team, covering all areas of the store
• Opportunity to join senior leadership team, supporting with day-to-day running of practice
• Extensive opportunities for personal development (clinical & commercial)
• Flexible working arrangements available

Optical Assistant - Requirements

• A successful track record in an optical setting
• Must be calm, comfortable and confident at all times when talking to patients
• Maintain the high level of customer care expected by patients of the practice
• Ability to learn and want to develop

Optical Assistant - Salary

• Base salary up to £27,000
• Bonus scheme available
• Rewarding packages with range of benefits

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Kieran Lindley using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.

Zest Optical are working alongside a boutique independent practice to recruit an Optical Assistant into their growing team in Didsbury, Manchester.

This role presents an opportunity to work with the finest boutique brands from an international selection of designers in an environment where service and experience is the primary focus.

Optical Assistant - Role

• Based in a state of the art boutique environment
• Complete focus on patient care and making a memorable patient experience
• Access to an exclusive range of bespoke brands from across the globe
• Offering the most advanced lenses and utilising the latest dispensing technologies
• Extensive opportunities for personal development (clinical & commercial)
• 4 or 5 days/wk
• 9am - 5:30pm

Optical Assistant - Requirements

• A successful track record in an optical setting
• Must be calm, comfortable and confident at all times when talking to patients
• Maintain the high level of customer care expected by patients of the practice

Optical Assistant - Salary

• Base salary up to £26,000
• Range of additional benefits

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Kieran Lindley using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.

Zest Optical are currently partnered with a boutique independent practice in Manchester who are looking to recruit a Optical Assistant into their growing team.

The practice has built a reputation for world-class offerings in terms of product range and service, so this is an opportunity to fulfil your potential as an Optical Assistant, working with some of the finest products sourced from across the globe and delivering a completely bespoke service tailored to each patient.

Optical Assistant - Role

• Luxury setting offering a product range from the finest brands around the globe
• Access to cutting-edge lenses and the latest dispensing technology
• Complete focus on creating a unique and memorable experience
• Building lasting relationships with patients through personalised service and care
• Family feel environment with the support of an excellent team
• International travel visiting industry trade shows and partner suppliers
• Forward-thinking business with opportunities for growth and development

Optical Assistant - Requirements

• Positive track record within the optical industry
• Somebody who has a passion for elite level care and service and is happy to go above and beyond
• A drive to push yourself as a Dispensing Optician, continuously looking to grow and upskill
• Must be calm, comfortable and confident at all times when talking to patients

Optical Assistant - Benefits

• Paying up to £25,000
• £9,000+ bonus potential
• 9am - 5:30pm
• 1 full weekend off per month
• Accessible City Centre location
• Range of additional perks and benefits

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Kieran Lindley using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.

The Diagnostics Team support Integrated Care systems to deliver the diagnostics transformation, specifically supporting network formation, review of clinical pathways and implementation of Community Diagnostic Hubs. The overall objective of the team is to improve outcomes and access to Diagnostics ensuring earlier diagnosis and connected patient records.

This role will provide programme and project management support to the Senior Diagnostic Transformation Managers as well as the wider NW Diagnostic Team, Senior Managers, Directors and stakeholders.

The post holder will work as part of a team in delivering an efficient and effective administrative support to the senior members of the team.





Key Responsibilities will include:
• Undertaking all administrative duties sorting and prioritising emails from the NW Diagnostic mailbox where required and distributing as appropriate.
• Managing the NW Diagnostic electronic diary for the team, including arranging and changing meetings prioritising these as appropriate.
• Organising and planning events and meetings as directed, providing all necessary supporting materials and papers
• Plan and co-ordinate appointments , including rearranging and prioritising as appropriate.
• Organise travel arrangements for the wider team, booking rail and accommodation in line with policy
• Prepare agendas, take minutes, track and follow up on actions and distribute notes of meetings.
• Purchase orders and invoices on Oracle.



The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
• Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
• Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
• Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
• Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
• Delivering value for money.

If you would like to know more or require further information, please visit https://www.england.nhs.uk/.

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.

Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.

NHS England hold a Sponsor Licence; this means that we may be able to sponsor you providing the Home Office requirements are met. To be eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route you’ll usually need to be paid the ‘standard’ salary rate of at least £38,700 per year, or the ‘going rate’ for your job, whichever is higher. You can find more information on theGovernment website.

In response to the Carter Reviews diagnostics work team was introduced, however following the Mike Richards review further investment was secured to increase the team size to manage the increased outputs for Diagnostics including delivery of Community Diagnostic Centres as well as the diagnostic pillar transformation. This role is part of the newly expanded team.

The Diagnostics Team support Integrated Care systems to deliver the diagnostics transformation, specifically supporting network formation, review of clinical pathways and implementation of Community Diagnostic Hubs. The overall objective of the team is to improve outcomes and access to Diagnostics ensuring earlier diagnosis and connected patient records.

This role will provide programme and project management support to the Senior Diagnostic Transformation Managers as well as the wider NW Diagnostic Team, Senior Managers, Directors and stakeholders.





Please see attached JD for more details.











This advert closes on Thursday 7 Nov 2024

In response to the Carter Reviews diagnostics work team was introduced, however following the Mike Richards review further investment was secured to increase the team size to manage the increased outputs for Diagnostics including delivery of Community Diagnostic Centres as well as the diagnostic pillar transformation. This role is part of the newly expanded team. The Diagnostics Team support Integrated Care systems to deliver the diagnostics transformation, specifically supporting network formation, review of clinical pathways and implementation of Community Diagnostic Hubs. The overall objective of the team is to improve outcomes and access to Diagnostics ensuring earlier diagnosis and connected patient records. This role will provide programme and project management support to the Senior Diagnostic Transformation Managers as well as the wider NW Diagnostic Team, Senior Managers, Directors and stakeholders. Please see attached JD for more details.

Business Assistant
£27,000-£30,000 plus excellent benefits (Work level 6B)
Permanent, full time (37.5 hours a week)
Remote - with travel to our offices in Manchester, Bristol and Sheffield where required

We're looking for a motivated business assistant to join our Legal and Life Services function and provide key support to our business leaders.

In this role we'll look to you to provide a professional and personal service with a difference. You'll be an advocate for change and new ways of working, making sure our senior leaders are always up to date, informed and organised. We'll need you to act as a trusted confidant for the team, working with professionalism and discretion at all times. This is a fantastic chance to build on your skills and gain great exposure across the business and our senior leadership team.

What you'll do

* Support senior leaders with proactive inbox and diary management, managing competing demands effectively
* Organise travel and accommodation for leaders and directors in a cost-effective manner including processing expenses
* Make sure Board and subsidiary meetings run smoothly including booking meeting rooms, arranging Board dinners, greeting visitors and dialling in virtual attendees
* Attend, support and chair key meetings, managing the agenda and logging action points as well as making sure our leaders are prepared and have all the information they need
* Be the first point of contact for any IT related issues
* Manage all correspondence and documents with discretion
* Be a proactive member of the business assistant network, sharing ideas and ways of working

This role would suit people who have

* Previous experience of diary management and working with senior leaders
* Excellent organisation skills and attention to detail with the ability to proactively manage conflicting priorities
* A high level of proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, particularly Microsoft Outlook
* Resilience and adaptability within a fast-paced environment
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the confidence to engage with senior colleagues across the business

Why Co-op?

If you have the skills that we need, we can offer you a competitive salary and great benefits package which includes 30% off Co-op branded products in our food stores (as well as other discounts on Co-op products and services).

* An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance)
* 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays
* A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
* Access to a subsidised onsite gym (at our Manchester HQ)
* Coaching and training to support your career development
* Wagestream app - giving you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn

At Co-op, we're proud to do things a different way. As one of the world's largest co-operatives, owned by millions of members, community is at the heart of what we do. Since our Co-op was founded in 1844, we've had a clear social purpose, and everything we do as a business helps to build a fairer world for our members, customers, colleagues, and communities.

Building a diverse environment

We're actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.

We'll ask whether you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply.
If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we'll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate.

You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process

You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at colleagues.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-and-wellbeing

As part of your application, you'll need to complete an online assessment. This assessment typically takes between 45-60 minutes. If you're a current Co-op colleague, this does not need to be completed.

Job Title: Business Assistant

Start Date: 14.10.2024

Duration: Until February 2025

Checks: Credit Check

Location: Hybrid one day a week onsite - 4 days WFH (Training is onsite)

Hours: 9-5, Monday to Friday

Rate: £12.31 p/h PAYE

Overview: The Business Assistant role supports a small group of senior leaders, anticipating their needs and proactively managing their workloads. You'll help leaders stay on track and collaborate with the wider Business Support Network.

Reporting to: Leader/Operating Board Member

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage leaders' inboxes and diaries, handling competing priorities.
• Arrange travel for leaders.
• Use Co-op systems like Coupa, Basware, Expenses, and Clarity.
• Support and facilitate meetings, taking notes and actions when needed.
• Attend and contribute to Business Support Network meetings.
• Organise and plan your workload, typically weeks in advance.
• Provide cover for other Business Assistants during leave.
• Maintain positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders to ensure high service standards.
• Conduct research and projects within set guidelines and make decisions within agreed parameters.
• Summarise and analyse data to aid decision-making.
• Work with leaders to maintain governance and escalate where needed.
• Proofread documents for leaders.

Skills & Capabilities:

• Proficient in IT, using software like PowerPoint, Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Teams.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with colleagues, leaders, and stakeholders.
• Excellent at multitasking and managing changing priorities.
• Able to analyse data, conduct research, and follow procedures with attention to detail.
• Familiarity with business and market awareness.
• Ability to adapt to new software updates and business needs.

Key Behaviours:

• Build and maintain trusted relationships.
• Communicate openly, promoting a culture of honesty and improvement.
• Foster collaboration, trust, and mutual respect within the team.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the success of Co-op leaders while being part of a collaborative team.

Company information:

This contract vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd

Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.

We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Cheshire West and Chester Council are looking to recruit 2 full time Business Support Assistants – SEN Communications School and Family Liaison as part of the Special Educational Needs Team.

We are looking for candidates with experienced in customer service to help and support families to navigate through the SEND system.
The role requires a confident individual with excellent communication and organisational skills. You will provide communication support by answering a frontline telephone number.

You must be able to convey information to people clearly and simply, adapt yourself to new and different situations with each call, compromise to reach agreement, and at times have difficult conversations with ease. Proficient use of a wide range of software packages such as Microsoft Teams and Outlook is essential.

Knowledge of current SEN matters and legalisation would be advantageous.

For an informal discussion about this position please contact Stuart Peach, Communication Officer via email - stuart.peach@cheshirewest.gov.uk

Interviews have been provisionally scheduled for 10th October 2024 at The Portal, Ellesmere Port.

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Workforce Strategy To work alongside the HR Business partners and divisional leads to identify workforce issues and developing appropriate HR interventions and developing the people capability to support this. To contribute to the implementation of the Trusts workforce strategy within theirspecific area of responsibility. Assist in the implementation of divisional workforce plans which are aligned withTrusts workforce strategy. Assist in the development and implementation of specific Trust-wide policies, initiatives and scheme Workforce Planning and Organisational Change Contribute to the workforce planning cycle, service improvement and role design. To contribute to organisational development and change initiatives in partnership withmanagers and staff to ensure change is implemented in compliance with goodemployment practices and the Trusts Change Management Policy and proactivelyengaging with staff representatives. Contribute to the development and implement recruitment and retention strategies for hard to fill post Workforce Intelligence Provide, monitor and analyse workforce information reports for the divisionshighlighting areas for concern. Proactively work with managers to put plans in placeto resolve areas of concern. Contribute to the development and review of key workforce performance indicators. Work with workforce team to provide workforce intelligence and analysis of trends to the divisional management teams Organisational Development Working with the divisions to contribute towards the development and implementationof interventions and programmes to ensure managers are confident, competent andsupported to manage their staff effectively. Coach and guide managers in all staff management related issues managingchange, maximising individual performance, building high performance teams anddealing with conflict. Develop and facilitate training sessions that support the development of managersand leaders across the organisation, whilst focussing on key HR activities. Employment Relations Advise managers and clinical leads on the interpretation and application of terms andconditions of employment, Trust policies, current legislation and codes of practice. Foster a positive climate of employee relations within the Trust, to support thepartnership approach to maintaining good working relationships with representativesof Trade Unions and staff organisations. Provide advice to managers on employee relations cases, providing advice onpossible courses of action. Provide advice to the HR advisors on employee relations and sickness cases. Ensure managers are equipped to manage informal issues to minimise escalation toformal processes. Monitor employee relations activity, ensuring managers adhere to timescales andTrust policies. Provide professional advice and support to managers to undertake investigations aspart of the discipline or grievance process. Participate in Discipline, Grievance or other hearings or panels providing professional advice and support as necessary. Participate in the job evaluation processes Employee Engagement Contribute to initiatives which aim to maintain and improve staff engagement in the divisions Health and Safety Cooperating with and adhering to the statutory regulations, codes of practice, localpolicies and procedures: taking account of these in relation to own remit Taking reasonable care for ones own health and safety and that of any other person who may be affected by own acts or omissions at work Equality and Diversity Carry out all duties in a way that supports equality and values diversity. This responsibility includes actions in relation to all internal and external stakeholders To promote and support equity of access to educational opportunities, valuingdiversity and ensuring the service provided meets the needs of all service users Undertake equality impact assessments in relation to identified education policiesensuring any actions are implemented Personal Education, Training and Development Actively participate in the performance review process and annual personaldevelopment plan to enable achievement of objectives and management of learningneeds Be responsible for ensuring that personal, professional corporate essential trainingand PDR requirements are met

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant HR Business partner to join our HR Advisory Team. The role involves supporting the HR Business Partner with operational workforce support to ensure best practice people management within their areas of responsibility and across the wider workforce function. You will also take responsibility for a designated portfolio of work that supports the delivery of the overall HR strategy.

Furthermore, you will play a significant role in Workforce planning and organisational development contributing to the workforce planning cycle, service improvement and role design.

You will contribute to initiatives which aim to maintain and improve staff engagement in the divisions working closely with the Organisational Development and Engagement leads on targeted projects.

You will take responsibility for line managing the HR Advisors, supporting them and providing guidance on employee relations cases and other employment matters. You will also have a small caseload of highly complex ER cases to manage.

You will be based at home with attendance on site as necessary in order to fulfill the role.

The Christie is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.

We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years.

We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.

Workforce Strategy
• To work alongside the HR Business partners and divisional leads to identify workforce issues and developing appropriate HR interventions and developing the people capability to support this.
• To contribute to the implementation of the Trusts workforce strategy within their specific area of responsibility.
• Assist in the implementation of divisional workforce plans which are aligned with Trust’s workforce strategy.
• Assist in the development and implementation of specific Trust-wide policies, initiatives and scheme

Workforce Planning and Organisational Change
• Contribute to the workforce planning cycle, service improvement and role design.
• To contribute to organisational development and change initiatives in partnership with managers and staff to ensure change is implemented in compliance with good employment practices and the Trust’s Change Management Policy and proactively engaging with staff representatives.
• Contribute to the development and implement recruitment and retention strategies for hard to fill post

Workforce Intelligence
• Provide, monitor and analyse workforce information reports for the divisions highlighting areas for concern. Proactively work with managers to put plans in place to resolve areas of concern.
• Contribute to the development and review of key workforce performance indicators.
• Work with workforce team to provide workforce intelligence and analysis of trends to the divisional management teams

Organisational Development
• Working with the divisions to contribute towards the development and implementation of interventions and programmes to ensure managers are confident, competent and supported to manage their staff effectively.
• Coach and guide managers in all staff management related issues – managing change, maximising individual performance, building high performance teams and dealing with conflict.
• Develop and facilitate training sessions that support the development of managers and leaders across the organisation, whilst focussing on key HR activities.

Employment Relations
• Advise managers and clinical leads on the interpretation and application of terms and conditions of employment, Trust policies, current legislation and codes of practice.
• Foster a positive climate of employee relations within the Trust, to support the partnership approach to maintaining good working relationships with representatives of Trade Unions and staff organisations.
• Provide advice to managers on employee relations cases, providing advice on possible courses of action.
• Provide advice to the HR advisors on employee relations and sickness cases.
• Ensure managers are equipped to manage informal issues to minimise escalation to formal processes.
• Monitor employee relations activity, ensuring managers adhere to timescales and Trust policies.
• Provide professional advice and support to managers to undertake investigations as part of the discipline or grievance process.
• Participate in Discipline, Grievance or other hearings or panels providing professional advice and support as necessary.
• Participate in the job evaluation processes

Employee Engagement
• Contribute to initiatives which aim to maintain and improve staff engagement in the divisions

Health and Safety
• Cooperating with and adhering to the statutory regulations, codes of practice, local policies and procedures: taking account of these in relation to own remit
• Taking reasonable care for one’s own health and safety and that of any other person who may be affected by own acts or omissions at work

Equality and Diversity
• Carry out all duties in a way that supports equality and values diversity. This responsibility includes actions in relation to all internal and external stakeholders
• To promote and support equity of access to educational opportunities, valuing diversity and ensuring the service provided meets the needs of all service users
• Undertake equality impact assessments in relation to identified education policies ensuring any actions are implemented

Personal Education, Training and Development
• Actively participate in the performance review process and annual personal development plan to enable achievement of objectives and management of learning needs
• Be responsible for ensuring that personal, professional corporate essential training and PDR requirements are met


This advert closes on Sunday 29 Sep 2024

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Zest Optical are currently partnered with a luxury independent practice in Manchester who are looking to recruit an Optical Assistant into their team.

The practice has an incredible 20+ year history and is recognised as one of the most fashion-forward setups in the UK.

This opportunity is perfect for an Optical Assistant who is truly passionate about the relationsips they build and products they work with.

Offering an exclusive selection of the finest brands from the across the globe, the discerning patient base visit looking to explore the full range, and it is your role to deliver a completely bespoke service tailored to each individual.

Optical Assistant - Role

• Luxury setting offering a product range from the finest brands around the globe
• Access to cutting-edge lenses and the latest dispensing technology
• Complete focus on creating a unique and memorable experience
• Building lasting relationships with patients through personalised service and care
• Family feel environment with the support of an inspiring team
• International travel visiting industry trade shows and partner suppliers
• Forward-thinking business with opportunities for growth and development
• Flexi working arrangements available

Optical Assistant - Requirements

• Positive track record within the optical industry
• Somebody who has a passion for elite level care and service and is happy to go above and beyond
• A drive to push yourself as a Dispensing Optician, continuously looking to grow and upskill
• Must be calm, comfortable and confident at all times when talking to patients

Optical Assistant - Benefits

• Paying up to £26,000
• £5,000+ bonus potential
• 9:30am - 6pm
• Accessible City Centre location
• Range of additional perks and benefits

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Kieran Lindley using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.

The Clinical Support & Specialist Surgery Division at The Christie NHS Trust are looking for a positive and enthusiastic member to join our friendly and pro-active team. We are looking for an individual who is experienced in providing administrative support to the teams and can prioritise their own workload.

The successful applicant will work with the Divisional PA and support the management team with general administrative duties and the Critical Care Outreach team with organising their education and policy management programme.

There will be an expectation that the person has exceptional organisation skills and is flexible and has a high standard of Microsoft packages. You will be an excellent communicator who is reliable and able to work under pressure. We are looking for an individual who above all, is driven to deliver high quality service for each of our patients.

The Christie is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.

We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years.

We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Act as communication coordinator for the department including receiving visitors and dealing with telephone queries from hospital staff, external visitors and company representatives
• Circulate communications via e-mail to clinical teams and individual staff members, ensuring that staff are kept up to date with departmental and Trust developments
• Undertake typing, photocopying, filing, laminating, distribution of information and other paperwork required by the Lead Nurse or Matrons as per departmental needs.
• Assist with the updating and maintenance of departmental information and filing systems, both electronic and paper based, with effective confidential document controls maintained using the pharmacy document system, making use of technology with the ultimate aim of creating a paper free office.
• Deal with all incoming and outgoing mail, including processing, distributing and responding within agreed time limits.
• Provide administrative support for departmental workforce activities including booking rooms for interviews, photocopying of recruitment packs, inputting information on the ESR system including new starters/promotions/transfers/terminations.
• Contribute to the collection of departmental data, collated both manually and by software systems.
• Book travel and accommodation, catering and room bookings for the team, following Trust procedures as required.
• Organise departmental meetings using Trust online meeting room system to book rooms. Liaise with attendees regarding suitability of dates and times to ensure that the meeting has the necessary people attending.
• Take minutes for internal meetings including departmental staff group team meetings. Check drafts minutes with the chairperson and circulate to staff. Liaise with chairperson regarding agenda creation and distribution to attendees.
• Prioritise own tasks and workload, to ensure that deadlines are met and work is actioned in a timely manner.
• Exchange information with staff both internally and externally on a variety of departmental matters and procedures.
• Ensure that all work activities are in conducted in line with existing Trust and Departmental policies and procedures. Comment on proposals to changes in administrative processes within the department.
• Assist with administrative support for the departmental education and training leads including booking rooms for education events and meetings, circulating any study packs prior to and after the events, answering queries from staff regarding education events and acting as the point of contact for undergraduate students on education placements.
• Undertake all other related administration duties which may be required in accordance with the changing needs and practices of the department and organisation.
• Ensure that exemplary standards of confidentiality are maintained at all times, in line with the Data Protection Act, Caldicott principles and in line with the Freedom of information act. Including preparation of internal staff confidential documents.


This advert closes on Thursday 5 Sep 2024

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Your new company
A not-for-profit company in Central Manchester

Your new role

Project Officer

Temporary 6 months minimum. Hybrid/ minimum 2 days a week - MCR City Centre 37.5 hours per week - £16 per hour plus holiday pay.

This is a great opportunity to make a difference to a national organisation. Reporting to the organisation, lead in learning and course development, you will be an experienced project assistant - experienced in designing, delivering, supporting and managing projects.

With excellent levels of written and verbal skills, you will be required to collaborate with organisation-wide stakeholders and able to conduct research/ gather data to support project initiatives and encourage good decision-making practices.
You will be experienced at creating timelines, milestones and deliverables to contribute to effective project planning.

Using your experience, you will be able to lead in the scheduling of meetings, conference calls and project related events and assist in the preparation for project presentations and reports for the project manager.

You will be dealing with incoming communications (mail, electronic mail and telephone enquiries) with diplomacy, tact and discretion; drafting responses and taking other appropriate follow-up action as required.

You will be an excellent communicator and able to communicate at all levels. This is a diverse and busy role which would suit a candidate who is flexible, able to hit the ground running and equally someone who will pitch in when required during peak times to support team members.

Excellent IT skills are required as you will be providing slick administrative support across the organisation.

What you'll need to succeed
You will need to be an experienced project officer/ project assistant. This is a very varied role. Therefore, you will be required to be both flexible and adaptable.The role is temporary and the working hours are 37.5 per week.

Previous experience of not for profit and experience of working with a national organisation in various locations is essential along with a professional manner. Excellent communication skills and a polite and friendly approach are also essential.

What you need to do now
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