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** For this position you must hold a UK Driving License and be comfortable with driving a mini bus - the position is for 23 hours per week. ABOUT THE ROLEAs an Activities Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll deliver imaginative, fun and varied activities to ensure our residents can enjoy an environment that is motivational and fulfilling. We want to make sure each individual can pursue the interests they most enjoy and that means you'll have a real impact on our residents' lives. The Activities Assistant role involves helping us to deliver an entertainment and activities programme that covers a wide range of pastimes, social activities, outings and events. Put simply, you'll help every resident to live as independently as possible and enhance their involvement with their family, friends and the local community. ABOUT YOUYou don't need any specific experience to join us as an Activities Assistant, so you could come from any background. What's important is that you have a sense of fun, creativity, and the ability to encourage and motivate others. You'll also need to have that little extra something a real interest in the people we support. Enthusiastic and empathetic, you're someone who'll really enjoy helping our residents to live their lives to the full. Bring us all of that, and you'll have every opportunity to develop your skills further with a range of courses designed to build your confidence in every aspect of your role. REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' And so much more! If you'd like to use your creativity and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be. 3231

MEDIATE START - LOTS OF OVERTIME - DAY SHIFT - £11.44PH & OVERTIME

We are looking for Packers to start immediately at our client in Christchurch on a temporary to permenant basis.
Benefits for this Packer role:

- Monday to Friday - with occasional voluntary Saturday's at overtime Rate
- Friendly working environment
- Overtime
- Clean environment
- No heavy lifting - Standing on feet all-day
- Great working environment

To be considered for this Packer role:

- A good work ethic
- Great attention to detail
- No experience needed
- Good understanding and communication of English
- Be able to work Full time

If you can start immediately and are interested in this position please apply and we give you a call to discuss further!

In line with the requirements of the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK As part of the recruitment process, you will be asked to provide documented evidence of eligibility please make sure you have this updated.

About The Role
EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour.


We’re looking to recruit a Technical Administrator to join our Interfaces team in Milton Keynes.

In this role we expect the successful candidate to monitor and govern the central database and engage with the wider EKFB Team to ensure plans and evidence are up to date. You will implement early engagement with owners to ensure commitments can be met and complied with factoring in funding requirements with the client.

You will work alongside the Work Package Managers to identify Undertakings and Assurances for their scope of works. You will also support with performance monitoring to ensure it is in line with our works information strategic plan, completing root cause analysis on key performance issues with regular reporting.

We'd also need you to support with any non-compliance investigations, ensuring the correct process is followed and updating all the relevant systems. You will also assist with creation of toolbox talks and lessons learnt from any non-compliance.

Administration will be required for our Sharepoint site as well as BIMXtra.

About The Candidate
Key Skills and Qualifications:

- Experience working in a similar role with similar values
- Excellent communication skills and negotiation skills
- Strong organisation and facilitation skills
- Ability to interpret complex technical information
- Ability to build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

About The Company
EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high speed rail projects.
EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. Our scope of the works includes 15 viaducts, 5km of green tunnels, 22km of road diversions, 67 overbridges and around 30 million cubic metres of excavation. EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work.
If you would like to be part of our collaborative, enthusiastic and forward-thinking culture, then please apply today.
In return, we’re offering a competitive salary & benefits.
EKFB brings together international, market leading technical expertise. We have an industry leading track record of delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, Mersey gateway and the Bretagne-Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link.
We are committed to, and strongly believe in, inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; this is why we welcome applications from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Our aim is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels they are able to be themselves. Please contact us if there is any additional support you might require making an application.
Please note your CV may be shared with joint venture partners on this project.

Pre-employment checks:

It’s worth remembering that we’ll undertake the relevant/standard employment checks if you’re successful in the selection process. This includes taking up your references, as well as checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks.

NB. BPSS security clearance will be required (to be undertaken as part of onboarding process)
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About The Role
At EKFB we’re shaping Infrastructure for a better tomorrow. All four of our partners (Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial and BAM) bring specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high speed rail projects.

We’re currently recruiting for a Structures Design Engineer based in Milton Keynes.
In this role, you will assist the Structures Discipline Manager routewide (across all sectors) in the delivery of the design of structures. You will lead the design development within the IDMT and liaising with the D7E Section Lead to ensure the delivery on time, optimised and in accordance with the Client's requirements. Key aspects of this role is in study of assisting in the optimisation/assumptions and liaison with the commercial, planning, design delivery teams and designers. You will assist in the coordination with Construction for management of topics such as GI, topographical surveys, and all other issues related with the design development for the structure's disciplines.
You will also provide support in design for constructability and TW integration (coordination with Construction and leading designer action) and assisting in the direct link to BOQ monitoring, model review, quality monitoring and control.
In addition you will coordinate of all design and assurance deliverables with interfacing organisations and maintain close liaison and collaboration with HS2 technical team as required.


About The Candidate

- Civil or Structural Engineering degree.
- Experience in major civil engineering works, in the structural design field.
- Experience working on large infrastructure projects.
- Knowledge of typical temporary works involved in the construction of major and standard bridges.
- Knowledge of relevant structures standards and its applicability for the design.
- A good communicator and able to build positive working relationships, internally and with the supply chain.

About The Company
EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high-speed rail projects.
EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high-speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. Our scope of the works includes 15 viaducts, 5km of green tunnels, 22km of road diversions, 67 overbridges and around 30 million cubic metres of excavation. EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work.
If you would like to be part of our collaborative, enthusiastic and forward-thinking culture, then please apply today! In return, we are offering a competitive salary and benefits.
EKFB brings together international, market leading technical expertise. We have an industry leading track record of delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, Mersey gateway and the Bretagne-Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link.
We are committed to, and strongly believe in, inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; this is why we welcome applications from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Our aim is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels they are able to be themselves. Please contact us if there is any additional support you might require making an application.
Please note your CV may be shared with joint venture partners on this project.
Pre-employment checks:
It is worth remembering that EKFB will undertake the relevant / standard employment checks if you are successful in the selection process. This includes taking up your references, as well as checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks.
NB. BPSS security clearance will be required (to be undertaken as part of the onboarding process).
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About The Role
At EKFB we’re shaping Infrastructure for a better tomorrow. All four of our partners (Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial and BAM) bring specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high speed rail projects.

We’re currently recruiting for a Structures Design Manager based in Milton Keynes.
In this role, you will manage all the Structures in all aspects of the design delivery; manage the design interface between the Construction team EKFB, the TW design and HS2. You will also manage the TQs and EWN concerning the structures design and support the administration of the Design subcontract and the Main contract raising EWNs, TQs and PMIs as appropriate in CEMAR. You will ensure that the constructability report developed by the Construction Team is aligned with the assumption of methodology and sequence of construction defined the start of the design.
Part of this role is also identify early warnings to mitigate risks, issues and enable the realisation of opportunities and promptly escalate issues to the line manager. You will ensure that in delivering designs, all best practice is integrated into the project. You will manage change control, internal approvals through established processes and monitor and participate in the design review process.
You will interact with the Supply Chain to ensure Technical Queries and all other design related issues are answered in a timely and efficient manner. In addition, you will actively promote and embed Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and support to comply with all organisational initiatives, policies and procedures on EDI.

About The Candidate

- Degree level qualification in civil engineering or the equivalent experience.
- Extensive experience in Bridge Design coordination
- Knowledge of HS2 act, Civil Engineering regulations (e.g., Eurocodes 2, British Standards)
- Knowledge of the CDM Principal Designer role
- Excellent communication skills

About The Company
EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high-speed rail projects.
EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high-speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. Our scope of the works includes 15 viaducts, 5km of green tunnels, 22km of road diversions, 67 overbridges and around 30 million cubic metres of excavation. EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work.
If you would like to be part of our collaborative, enthusiastic and forward-thinking culture, then please apply today! In return, we are offering a competitive salary and benefits.
EKFB brings together international, market leading technical expertise. We have an industry leading track record of delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, Mersey gateway and the Bretagne-Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link.
We are committed to, and strongly believe in, inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; this is why we welcome applications from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Our aim is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels they are able to be themselves. Please contact us if there is any additional support you might require making an application.
Please note your CV may be shared with joint venture partners on this project.
Pre-employment checks:
It is worth remembering that EKFB will undertake the relevant / standard employment checks if you are successful in the selection process. This includes taking up your references, as well as checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks.
NB. BPSS security clearance will be required (to be undertaken as part of the onboarding process).
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Structural Steel Detailer
Permanent
Milton Keynes
£35,000 - £42,000

Good morning,

This Steel fabricator, responsible for the design, manufacture and installation of steel for projects across the UK, have an urgent requirment for a Structural Steel Detailer.

The role requires a technician with at least 12 months using CAD and 12 months using Advanced steel or Tekla software.

The technician will be producing GAs and fabrication drawings using the software and then quantifying the materials required for each project. From that point onwards they will be assisting the fabrication team in understanding the drawings.

The role will also involve communicating with all third parties including contractors, architects, engineers disciplines in the construction process.

The role is available for immediate start or tehy are happy to wait for a notice period as required. So to be considered apply now for an immediate call back.

To manage referrals to the service and maintain the referral records Completion of patient letters and correspondence from consultants and nursing team Contact patients to book / reschedule appointments Provide reception cover on a rotational basis To contact patients on the telephone to book short notice appointments Communicate information to patients regarding their appointment, e.g. type of appointment, location, using appropriate techniques and access services to overcome barriers in understanding. Please refer to attached Job description for further information. We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us. MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology. By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers. Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.

Perform requested tests in accordance with laboratory Standard operational procedures (SOPs). Operate, maintain and troubleshoot automated analysers in accordance with procedures and Health & Safety procedures. Maintaining records (maintenance, quality controls etc) To prepare daily quality assurance checks and acceptance testing on materials purchased or prepared in the department. Identify clerical, technical and system errors apply corrective procedures. Reporting event and corrective action to the operational BMS or the Senior Biomedical Scientist team. Collect, receive, match, verify, label, and enter on as computer sample requests. Identify any errors for action e.g., mislabelled, or other failures of sample matching criteria. Report and record in accordance with standard operating procedure. Transcribe record results obtained by biomedical scientists or received from referral centres. Input information results from patients and staff into laboratorys information management system. To perform supervisory and verification procedures relating to the laboratory computer stock control system. To ensure all stock used is electronically recorded on the microbiology stock control system. Issue specimen collection kits and materials to locations within the hospital and to GP surgeries. Maintain clear and accurate quality records using the QPulse system (training provided) Assist in implementing and recording corrective and preventive actions as requested (training provided) Assist in monitoring labs KPIs, Turnaround Times and report breaches or improvements to colleagues for appropriate action. During staff shortage, assist the senior BMS in covering the skill gap including assuming Assistant Technical Officers duties including labs waste management tasks (including autoclaving). Prioritisation of various sources of workload and allocate support as appropriate. Please refer to the job description for further details.

Provision of care to meet health and wellbeing needs To be aware of and have the ability to discuss and participate in all aspects of direct patient care under the supervision of the nurse in charge as identified in the individuals plan of care. These activities will include:- - Supporting/providing the patient with personal and oral hygiene - Helping the patient with mobility using appropriate handling aids and techniques - Undertaking a variety of assessments under the direction of the Nurse Practitioner - Ensuring the patients nutritional needs are met and assistance provided when required. Interventions and treatments Once appropriate training has been received and competency developed, undertake a number of interventions and treatments including: - Taking a sample of blood - Taking a sample of urine and catheter sample - Recording an ECG trace - Applying simple wound dressings Communication - To greet and receive patients/relatives in a courteous and helpful manner - To provide and receive messages accurately and in a way that is understood by the recipient, referring issues to the appropriate person where necessary. - Ensure the Electronic Patient Record is accurate, update where necessary and print appropriate labels and wristband. Health, Safety and Security - To participate in promoting a safe environment for patients and staff. Maintaining a safe working condition at all times in accordance with the Health and Safety Act and Trust policies. - Ensure equipment is kept clean and ready for use. Keep all storage areas clean and stocked up - Actively demonstrate an adherence to the Infection Control policy ensuring compliance with hand hygiene. Personal and People Development - To contribute to own personal development and to work towards and maintain a full outline for the post within the knowledge and skills framework - To actively participate in other relevant training specific to the role - To participate in agreed learning activities - To actively participate in an annual appraisal and to provide evidence to demonstrate achievement. Please refer to the job description for further details.

Job Summary: To provide co-ordination of identified site improvement programmes as well as to support and facilitate the delivery of safe and efficient site maintenance. To implement improvement requirements in line with identified responsibilities and goals. Responsibilities: Identified portfolio of works as agreed with Site Facilities Manager which include planned and preventative measures and incorporates future planning of life-cycled maintenance. Review site risk assessments and complete identified audit processes as appropriate. Monitor identified repeat issues that may occur and implement agreed plans to mitigate further recurrence. Manage concurrent works requirements in order to ensure completion of tasks in a timely and cost effective manner. Check the maintenance logbook and attend to items listed, reporting back to Site Facilities Manager when completed. Attend to all remedial maintenance as discussed with the Site Facilities Manager. Undertake property inspections, identifying any issues, repairs or advisory works or recommendations for the general upkeep of the property. Undertake minor plumbing repairs, carpentry, building work and general maintenance. Complete reactive maintenance works (e.g. Change light bulbs, check appliances etc) and carry out such minor electrical repairs as are within the post holders limits and legislation. Undertake and assist with maintenance and caretaking tasks, such as painting and decorating, gardens, fence panels, & gutters. Supervising of volunteers as required assisting with developing their skills and knowledge. Attending to contractors or tradespersons when necessary. Undertake administrative record-keeping as required. Order parts supplies and equipment as authorised by the Site Facilities Manager Assist with fire emergencies and evacuation procedures, conduct routine testing of smoke/heat detectors/ Emergency lighting/fire extinguishers as required by legislation and record in fire log book. Undertake any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job, the title of the post and its grading, as requested by your line manager or his/her higher level of authority. This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended as necessary. It is intended as a guide to the duties and responsibilities of the post.

Provision of a full medical secretarial service to facilitate the smooth running of the department. Type confidential letters and reports Maintain an efficient filing system Arranges meetings, update agenda and takes minutes of meetings sending out document of relevance. To process all outgoing mail including the mailing of reports to clinicians and GPs. To deal with correspondence and enquiries in connection with the Microbiology Department. Receive and respond appropriately to telephone and personal enquiries from patients, relatives, GPs, other Consultants, and external bodies, referring and escalating enquiries to the Departments Consultants / Clinical Teams / Laboratory Manager where necessary. To liaise with IPC team To place & receipt orders for the laboratory using the NHS i-procurement online ordering system. To follow up with invoices received, check for duplication and other errors Input and interaction with the pathology WinPath system and associated software to facilitate the production and distribution of reports. To photocopy and collate information as necessary. To maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with the local and Trusts policies familiarity with Data Protection Act and other related policies Provide support/assistance for Microbiology administration staff during times of absence to ensure an efficient service is always maintained. Please refer to the job description for further details.

Health Care Assistant

Department: Emergency Surgical Clinic – Same Day Emergency Clinic (SDEC)

Band 2

Hours: 37.5 per week - Part time will be considered. All MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

A vacancy has become available within the Emergency Surgical Clinic based in the Maple Centre for a health care assistant who is able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. The Maple Centre is a new building that is excellently designed and is fully air conditioned providing a perfect working environment for all.

It would be helpful if you have previously worked within a care setting, but we provide a full induction programme and care certificate for those new to the role if you have not already completed this.

It is important that you are willing to learn and develop skills important for the role. We ask our band 2 staff to learn phlebotomy and cannulation and will provide the necessary training to gain these skills in order that you are able to become a fully integrated member of the team.

You will be working closely with the Surgical, Urology, ENT and Orthopaedic on-call teams of doctors and actioning any of their instructions, including liaising with other teams within the hospital.

We are unable to support applicants on a sponsored visa for this post.

If you require any further information please call 01908 996426

Carol Wilson - Nurse Practitioner - carol.wilson@mkuh.nhs.uk



To provide support to the Nurse Practitioner and doctors in the Emergency Surgical Clinic (ESC) based in the Same Day Emergency Clinic (SDEC) at the new Maple Clinic.

To provide all care for the patient while they are undergoing assessment and treatment.

To safely transfer patients to other wards and departments.

Unfortunately, only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Candidates with a disability that meet the minimum criteria will be guaranteed an interview. Disclosure and Baring Service Checks will be required for new employees.

They embrace opportunities to demonstrate initiative within their roles, with an impressive 83.2% seizing such chances to drive improvements in their work areas.(NHS Staff Survey 2023).

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.

Provision of care to meet health and wellbeing needs

To be aware of and have the ability to discuss and participate in all aspects of direct patient care under the supervision of the nurse in charge as identified in the individual’s plan of care. These activities will include:-

- Supporting/providing the patient with personal and oral hygiene

- Helping the patient with mobility using appropriate handling aids and techniques

- Undertaking a variety of assessments under the direction of the Nurse Practitioner

- Ensuring the patient’s nutritional needs are met and assistance provided when required.

Interventions and treatments

Once appropriate training has been received and competency developed, undertake a number of interventions and treatments including:

- Taking a sample of blood

- Taking a sample of urine and catheter sample

- Recording an ECG trace

- Applying simple wound dressings

Communication

- To greet and receive patients/relatives in a courteous and helpful manner

- To provide and receive messages accurately and in a way that is understood by the recipient, referring issues to the appropriate person where necessary.

- Ensure the Electronic Patient Record is accurate, update where necessary and print appropriate labels and wristband.

Health, Safety and Security

- To participate in promoting a safe environment for patients and staff. Maintaining a safe working condition at all times in accordance with the Health and Safety Act and Trust policies.

- Ensure equipment is kept clean and ready for use. Keep all storage areas clean and stocked up

- Actively demonstrate an adherence to the Infection Control policy ensuring compliance with hand hygiene.

Personal and People Development

- To contribute to own personal development and to work towards and maintain a full outline for the post within the knowledge and skills framework

- To actively participate in other relevant training specific to the role

- To participate in agreed learning activities

- To actively participate in an annual appraisal and to provide evidence to demonstrate achievement.

Please refer to the job description for further details.








This advert closes on Sunday 17 Nov 2024

Associate Practitioner

Department: Microbiology

Band 4pro rata if part-time

Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUHroles will be considered for flexible working



The Microbiology Department receives over 210,000 sample requests per annum offering a broad range of diagnostic service for bacteriology, molecular, virology, serology, mycobacteriology, and parasitology. The laboratory is currently working towards its UKAS accreditation and holds an accredited status for training with the IBMS/HCPC.

We are seeking for an enthusiastic candidate for a band 4 Associate Practitioners posts in our laboratory. Ideal candidate will have an eye for detail and a genuine interest in the role which can be challenging but rewarding at the same time.

General duties include supporting all areas of the lab, maintaining data and documentation, handling specimens, performing microscopy and culture reading, setting up specimen, operating maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory analysers, inventory taking and moving & handling of stock items.

Applicants with previous laboratory experience will have an advantage, however, individuals with similar transferable skills are also encouraged to apply. The selection procedure will be based on application, if shortlisted, this will be followed by an interview.

Please note: This role will not lead to a Trainee BMS post, nor it permits any support towards completion of the IBMSs registration portfolio

· Liaise closely with qualified staff within the department to ensure that all technical work is performed in accordance with the department’s policies, SOP’s, and quality standards.

· To liaise with other disciplines within pathology to ensure that samples are sent to/received from other departments in a safe and timely manner. To resolve problem issues e.g., mislabelled, or misdirected samples etc…

· To read and completely understand the trust’s policy on Data Protection Act and implement it in your daily role.

· To comply with departmental and Trust Health & Safety policies. To alert Senior staff to any actual or potential breach of Health and Safety or any other policy.

· To attend laboratory meetings for general communication, update of policies and procedures including health and safety.

· To accurately convey laboratory results to clinicians, nurses, and other staff by telephone or as appropriate, ensuring that confidentiality and data protection requirements are observed.

· Update the sample progress on the Covid tracker system.





82% always know their responsibilities and priorities and feel trusted to perform their duties. (NHS Staff Survey 2023).

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.

For further information, please contact Kalana Patabendige, Laboratory manager or Peter Plotka, Senior BMS on 01908 99 5781.

· Perform requested tests in accordance with laboratory Standard operational procedures (SOP’s).

· Operate, maintain and troubleshoot automated analysers in accordance with procedures and Health & Safety procedures.

· Maintaining records (maintenance, quality controls etc…)

· To prepare daily quality assurance checks and acceptance testing on materials purchased or prepared in the department.

· Identify clerical, technical and system errors apply corrective procedures. Reporting event and corrective action to the operational BMS or the Senior Biomedical Scientist team.

· Collect, receive, match, verify, label, and enter on as computer sample requests. Identify any errors for action e.g., mislabelled, or other failures of sample matching criteria. Report and record in accordance with standard operating procedure.

· Transcribe record results obtained by biomedical scientists or received from referral centres.

· Input information results from patients and staff into laboratory’s information management system.

· To perform supervisory and verification procedures relating to the laboratory computer stock control system. To ensure all stock used is electronically recorded on the microbiology stock control system.

· Issue specimen collection kits and materials to locations within the hospital and to GP surgeries.

· Maintain clear and accurate quality records using the QPulse system (training provided)

· Assist in implementing and recording corrective and preventive actions as requested (training provided)

· Assist in monitoring labs KPIs, Turnaround Times and report breaches or improvements to colleagues for appropriate action.

· During staff shortage, assist the senior BMS in covering the skill gap including assuming Assistant Technical Officers duties including labs waste management tasks (including autoclaving).

· Prioritisation of various sources of workload and allocate support as appropriate.



Please refer to the job description for further details.


This advert closes on Friday 22 Nov 2024

Purchasing Advisor/ Analyst

Manpower current have a great opportunity to join the lovely team of one of our large, established, automotive clients situated within Milton Keynes as a Purchasing Advisor.
The role is based within the fleet department who facilitate the order and delivery of new vehicles whilst building customer and supplier relationships, so previous experience operating within this sector would be very advantageous.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate time management, excellent customer service and have a dynamic, inquisitive, and curious personality. Equally you'll have advanced data management and process review experience as this will form part of the role, as well as being comfortable supporting the existing team leader/manager in delegating tasks to ensure SLA's are met within the wider team.

Main responsibilities:

• Communication with Customers and Vehicle Suppliers to identify vehicle requirements
• Liaising with nominated dealers/obtaining quotations and issuing vehicle purchase orders.
• Progressing vehicle orders weekly, keeping systems and customers updated
• Liaison between dealer and customer to arrange new vehicle delivery
• Payment of supplier vehicle invoices
• Ensuring reporting is conducted and kept up to date
• Responsible for a wide range of administrative duties and inter departmental activities
• Producing weekly/monthly business and third party reports and manipulating data into presentable formats
• Support the team manager with prioritisation of workload/tasks to ensure agreed SLA's are met, both personally and for the team

Experience:

• Existing knowledge of automotive products and other manufacturers
• Understanding of fleet leasing solutions
• Data management experience including reviewing processes and reporting whilst proposing efficiency's and process enhancements when identified
• Advanced MS Excel/Data Manipulation skillset, including functions such as vlookup, pivot tables, summary tables and charts and interactive report pack decks
• A team player with the ability to work under pressure in order to meet strict deadlines
• Confident and customer-focused in communicating both by telephone and face to face.

This is a temporary contract with the possibility of ongoing extension. You would be working on site 35 hours per week, 9:00AM - 5:00PM, Monday - Friday with a pay rate of £14.53 per hour.

If this role sounds like you and you would be interested in learning more please don't hesitate to apply and get in contact!

Learning Support Assistants


We are seeking LSA's with experience supporting SEND children, to be considered for LSA positions in a Secondary Schools across Milton Keynes.

Start date: January 2025

Teaching Personnel are the UK's leading education staffing supplier and we are currently sourcing Teaching Assistants for a number of support staff opportunities in Secondary Schools for the city of Milton Keynes from January 2025.

We are currently recruiting for experienced Level 1 to Level 3 Teaching Assistants considering a new long-term challenge and are able to commit full-time until July 2025, or on a temp to perm contract, whereby you will be taken on permanently if both parties are happy after 12-16 weeks.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you could:
- Help teachers prepare lesson materials
- Set up and tidy classrooms for lessons
- Work with students on a 1:1 or small group basis, supporting their learning
- Watch, record and report the progress students make
- Look after children who are upset or unwell
- Lead classes with help from the teacher

Would you be the right fit?
- Previous experience in a school is advantageous
- Friendly, confident and calm attitude
- Previous experience working with children or young adults
- Adaptable to working with children with vulnerable backgrounds
- An individual with good knowledge of Safeguarding and Keeping Children Safe in Education
- Be passionate about helping students to succeed in academically, emotionally, socially
- Have a calming presence and be able to engage well with the pupils (Year 7 to Year 11)
- You will be dedicated to ensure that all children achieve their very best
- Contribute to the values, ethos and the development of the school

Benefits of working with Teaching Personnel:

✓ Competitive salary package

✓ Paid weekly

✓ Opportunities for professional development and growth with our highly effective CPD Academy

✓ Dedicated and Experienced Secondary Consultant (4+ of experience working in the area) as your point of contact for opportunities and to manage your experience working with Teaching Personnel

✓ The chance to be part of the UK's largest Education Recruitment Agency Provider

✓ An established agency remaining open during COVID with over 80+ branches nationwide

✓ Wide opportunities for local work in Milton Keynes and surrounding areas

✓ Guidance for Graduates who are seeking their first role in education as part of our Future Teachers Programme

Like the sound of this role?

We look forward to your application!

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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