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KEY CORE RESPONSIBILITIES: PROFESSIONAL To actively promote and constantly aim for the provision of a highest standard for an ultrasound service. To relate to and always communicate with all staff in a courteous and helpful manner. To take the lead professionally in promoting the Ultrasound service as high-quality professional patient care activity to patients, visitors, and other health-care workers, within and outside the Trust. To maintain ones own education and development in line with service needs with a comprehensive Continuous Professional Development portfolio and to identify and undertake additional training to permit the implementation of any new service development within the Division. To support undergraduate and post graduate teaching to promote the MSK ultrasound service and the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital To adhere to professional codes of conduct of the HCPC and SoR and ensure registration to the HCPC or RCT To actively participate as an appraisee in the Personal Development Review process. To remain up to date with and attend mandatory training in line with the Trust policies and ensure all staff working within ultrasound maintain their compliance. To undertake studies, research, and audits, both personally driven and as required by the Division and to present these findings at audit and governance meetings as requested. To be accountable for own professional actions and work within codes of practice and maintain awareness of professional guidance publications from the College and Society of Radiographers or the Royal College of Radiologists and communicate relevant documentation to the Head of Imaging and/or Clinical Lead. To contribute to research and data collection for publishing in medical journals or posters at Ultrasound Conventions, thereby promoting the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital on a national and international platform. CLINICAL To provide a high level of expertise in specialist clinical field of ultrasound imaging. This should be to Postgraduate Diploma level with proven significant experience in Musculo-skeletal ultrasound. To be highly experienced in the operation of all ultrasound equipment within the Imaging Department. To be highly experienced in the operation of all additional equipment within the department, such as suction / oxygen, hoists, and other manual handling devices. To undertake specialist ultrasound scanning examinations independently specifically but not restricted to Musculo-skeletal imaging. To utilise skills, experience and knowledge for interpretation and analysis of exams, other imaging and patients presentation/symptom To perform ultrasound guided interventional procedures (e.g., ultrasound guided injections and aspirations) to a high standard with ability to teach both diagnostic and interventional skills to Radiology Fellows, Radiology Registrars, and other sonographers. To issue independent verified diagnostic reports in line with departmental protocols, competently using Imaging IT systems. To complete and relay a diagnostic report and liaise with clinical teams and/or organise further action or immediate clinical review where necessary. To assess the clinical justification of referrals and reject where necessary in the patients best interest To take responsibility for own and departmental workload. To communicate and receive highly complex and sensitive information relating to conditions and procedures to staff, patients and carers and ensure informed consent for examinations. This requires skills of explanation, motivation, and persuasion to overcome physical, emotional, mental and cultural barriers. To have the ability to communicate sometimes unwelcome and distressing information to patients and family in a sensitive manner, identify cancers and other pathologies which may require surgery while maintaining a timey list. To have the ability to work and take responsibility for own wellbeing due to nature of work - long periods with no natural sunlight, low lighting, repetitive strain due to the repetitive natures of ultrasound and high BMIs of patients. To have the ability to maintain a high level of concentration in low lighting on grey scale images and reporting / screen work with interruptions to deal with urgent requests and giving specialised advice. To position patients accurately for each examination, adapting techniques in accordance with patient needs, requiring frequent moderate effort for short periods. To optimise the image quality on the Ultrasound machine using a high degree of precision/ hand eye coordination and specialist knowledge of up-to-date applications to produce high quality images for diagnosis. To ensure all images are checked for quality, patient identification, date, and anatomical markers as appropriate and ensure any training Registrars, Radiology Fellows or sonographers adhere to the quality standard. To ensure the diagnostic report is done in a timely manner to a high standard. To take responsibility for updating the patient records and maintaining Radiology Information System information, work lists and waiting lists. To ensure compliance with Health and Safety policies and procedures within ultrasound, including infection control and manual handling techniques to provide a safe and secure environment. PEOPLE MANAGEMENT To support the Head of Imaging with recruitment, appraisal, and performance management processes for the department. To manage staff rotas and maintain staff records where appropriate. To investigate and respond to PALS concerns or complaints in line with Trust Policy including drafting response letters when required. To ensure effective communications systems are in place. To provide CPD training to a wide range of professionals undertaking formal presentations as required. To provide teaching and supervision of Radiology Registrars and Radiology Fellows and ensure best practice for all MSK ultrasound imaging MANAGERIAL RESPOSIBILITIES To create and develop ultrasound protocols and patient pathways, clinical expertise, and professional education as part of a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care. To be responsible for ensuring that the Imaging Quality Assurance (QA) Programme is undertaken within the ultrasound department and provide documentary evidence; and that any remedial action is taken within the service contract for the ultrasound equipment To ensure there is an emphasis on compliance with working protocols, current quality standards and the maintenance of written records. To participate in technical developments and introduce new techniques, instructing staff and establishing guidelines and protocols with the agreement of the relevant medial staff. To assess waiting time targets are met and maintained and liaise with the Head of Imaging to forward plan to ensure capacity and demand is reviewed To actively contribute to data collection for statistics on capacity demand and backlog and other management activity. To ensure ultrasound protocols are kept up to date and reviewed and staff are aware of changes or developments. To plan audits and research for Ultrasound department. To take the lead role in the evaluation and replacement of Ultrasound equipment. To lead on and work with Lead US Consultant Radiologist with regards to the planning, development, and promotion of the ultrasound service. To participate in Business Planning and maximise any income for the ultrasound department. To keep the Head of Imaging informed of activity and performance of the ultrasound service. To identify and contribute to service improvements. Line manage imaging support staff To investigate and respond to PALS concerns or complaints in line with Trust Policy including drafting response letters when required. To Support clinical governance, excellence in all areas of ultrasound practice and assist in obtaining QSI Accreditation. COMMUNICATION AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS To relate to and always communicate with all staff in a courteous and helpful manner. To communicate and receive highly complex and sensitive information relating to conditions and procedures to staff, patients and carers and ensure informed consent for examinations. This requires skills of explanation, motivation, and persuasion to overcome physical, emotional, mental and cultural barriers. To have the ability to communicate sometimes unwelcome and distressing information to patients and family in a sensitive manner, identify cancers and other pathologies which may require surgery while maintaining a timely list. ANALYTICAL AND JUDGEMENT Responsibilities To utilise skills, experience and knowledge for interpretation and analysis of exams, other imaging and patients presentation/symptom To issue independent verified diagnostic reports in line with departmental protocols, competently using Imaging IT systems. To complete and relay a diagnostic report and liaise with clinical teams and/or organise further action or immediate clinical review where necessary. PLANNING AND ORGANISATIONAL SKILLS To create and develop ultrasound protocols and patient pathways, clinical expertise, and professional education as part of a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care. To assess waiting time targets are met and maintained and liaise with the Head of Imaging to forward plan to ensure capacity and demand is reviewed.

For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification to view the full details for this opportunity at Birmingham Womens and Childrens NHS Foundation Trust. When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and person specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional registration details (if applicable). Occasionally we receive a large number of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.

To be responsible for the provision of a high quality and efficient Ultrasound service ensuring that access to services for all service users and constitutional and national waiting time targets are met.

To undertake specialised and complex ultrasound techniques and procedures (including interventions) for a range of MSK examinations, communicating specialist diagnostic information to Referrers and to impart sensitive and sometimes distressing information to patients when necessary.

To exercise a high degree of professional autonomy in the decision-making process when undertaking examinations, assimilating complex facts or situations that require interpretation of imaging and symptoms leading to an appropriate management strategy / intervention for the patient.

You would need to exercise a high degree of professional autonomy in the decision-making process when undertaking examinations, working autonomously, planning, and prioritising your own and departmental workload. Be accountable for your own professional actions and work closely with the Lead ultrasound Consultant Radiologist promoting and developing the ultrasound service within the Trust and to the wider health system.

As a specialist MSK Sonographer the post holder will be responsible for:
• Provision of a high level of expertise in the specialist clinical field of ultrasound imaging.
• To perform ultrasound guided interventional procedures (e.g., ultrasound guided injections and aspirations) to a high standard with ability to teach both diagnostic and interventional skills to Radiology Fellows, Radiology Registrars, and other sonographers.
• Working closely with the Ultrasound Lead Radiologist, you are responsible for leading both clinically as well as managerially the ultrasound service to help deliver a high-quality patient focused service.
• Working with the management team, to ensure key performance targets are delivered.
• Line manage imaging support staff.
• Demonstrating excellent people management skills to inspire and motivate, both direct reports and wider colleagues and enable the delivery and improvement of services.
• Supporting clinical governance, excellence in all areas of ultrasound practice and assist in obtaining QSI Accreditation.

The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest specialist orthopaedic units in Europe. We offer planned orthopaedic surgery to people locally, nationally and internationally.

Our Trust is a very special hospital; big enough to deliver world class services and small enough to offer exceptional patient and staff experience. We offer a working experience unique in the West Midlands and we're always on the lookout for passionate people to join our award-winning team.

The ROH is an equal opportunities employer. We employ people of difference and are committed to growing an inclusive culture, where difference is celebrated, and people feel able to bring their whole and authentic self to work.

We are a Disability Confident Leader and offer a range of inclusive, family friendly and flexible working arrangements and policies, to support our people in the workplace. Flexible working requests will be considered.

The Trust is committed to the Disability Confident Interview Scheme and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy and consider them on their abilities.

If you have a disability and need any support with your application or require any reasonable adjustments to be implemented please do get in touch with the Recruiting Manager for this position so that the team can support you.

KEY CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:




PROFESSIONAL

· To actively promote and constantly aim for the provision of a highest standard for an ultrasound service.



· To relate to and always communicate with all staff in a courteous and helpful manner.



· To take the lead professionally in promoting the Ultrasound service as high-quality professional patient care activity to patients, visitors, and other health-care workers, within and outside the Trust.



· To maintain one’s own education and development in line with service needs with a comprehensive Continuous Professional Development portfolio and to identify and undertake additional training to permit the implementation of any new service development within the Division.



· To support undergraduate and post graduate teaching to promote the MSK ultrasound service and the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital



· To adhere to professional codes of conduct of the HCPC and SoR and ensure registration to the HCPC or RCT



· To actively participate as an appraisee in the Personal Development Review process.



· To remain up to date with and attend mandatory training in line with the Trust policies and ensure all staff working within ultrasound maintain their compliance.



· To undertake studies, research, and audits, both personally driven and as required by the Division and to present these findings at audit and governance meetings as requested.



· To be accountable for own professional actions and work within codes of practice and maintain awareness of professional guidance publications from the College and Society of Radiographers or the Royal College of Radiologists and communicate relevant documentation to the Head of Imaging and/or Clinical Lead.



· To contribute to research and data collection for publishing in medical journals or posters at Ultrasound Conventions, thereby promoting the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital on a national and international platform.



CLINICAL

· To provide a high level of expertise in specialist clinical field of ultrasound imaging. This should be to Postgraduate Diploma level with proven significant experience in Musculo-skeletal ultrasound.



· To be highly experienced in the operation of all ultrasound equipment within the Imaging Department.



· To be highly experienced in the operation of all additional equipment within the department, such as suction / oxygen, hoists, and other manual handling devices.



· To undertake specialist ultrasound scanning examinations independently specifically but not restricted to Musculo-skeletal imaging.



· To utilise skills, experience and knowledge for interpretation and analysis of exams, other imaging and patient’s presentation/symptom



· To perform ultrasound guided interventional procedures (e.g., ultrasound guided injections and aspirations) to a high standard with ability to teach both diagnostic and interventional skills to Radiology Fellows, Radiology Registrars, and other sonographers.



· To issue independent verified diagnostic reports in line with departmental protocols, competently using Imaging IT systems.



· To complete and relay a diagnostic report and liaise with clinical teams and/or organise further action or immediate clinical review where necessary.



· To assess the clinical justification of referrals and reject where necessary in the patients’ best interest



· To take responsibility for own and departmental workload.



· To communicate and receive highly complex and sensitive information relating to conditions and procedures to staff, patients and carers and ensure informed consent for examinations. This requires skills of explanation, motivation, and persuasion to overcome physical, emotional, mental and cultural barriers.



· To have the ability to communicate sometimes unwelcome and distressing information to patients and family in a sensitive manner, identify cancers and other pathologies which may require surgery while maintaining a timey list.



· To have the ability to work and take responsibility for own wellbeing due to nature of work - long periods with no natural sunlight, low lighting, repetitive strain due to the repetitive natures of ultrasound and high BMI’s of patients.



· To have the ability to maintain a high level of concentration in low lighting on grey scale images and reporting / screen work with interruptions to deal with urgent requests and giving specialised advice.



· To position patients accurately for each examination, adapting techniques in accordance with patient needs, requiring frequent moderate effort for short periods.



· To optimise the image quality on the Ultrasound machine using a high degree of precision/ hand eye coordination and specialist knowledge of up-to-date applications to produce high quality images for diagnosis.



· To ensure all images are checked for quality, patient identification, date, and anatomical markers as appropriate and ensure any training Registrars, Radiology Fellows or sonographers adhere to the quality standard.



· To ensure the diagnostic report is done in a timely manner to a high standard.



· To take responsibility for updating the patient records and maintaining Radiology Information System information, work lists and waiting lists.



· To ensure compliance with Health and Safety policies and procedures within ultrasound, including infection control and manual handling techniques to provide a safe and secure environment.





PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

· To support the Head of Imaging with recruitment, appraisal, and performance management processes for the department.



· To manage staff rotas and maintain staff records where appropriate.



· To investigate and respond to PALS concerns or complaints in line with Trust Policy including drafting response letters when required.



· To ensure effective communications systems are in place.



· To provide CPD training to a wide range of professionals undertaking formal presentations as required.



· To provide teaching and supervision of Radiology Registrars and Radiology Fellows and ensure best practice for all MSK ultrasound imaging







MANAGERIAL RESPOSIBILITIES

· To create and develop ultrasound protocols and patient pathways, clinical expertise, and professional education as part of a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care.



· To be responsible for ensuring that the Imaging Quality Assurance (QA) Programme is undertaken within the ultrasound department and provide documentary evidence; and thatany remedial action is taken within the service contract for the ultrasound equipment



· To ensure there is an emphasis on compliance with working protocols, current quality standards and the maintenance of written records.



· To participate in technical developments and introduce new techniques, instructing staff and establishing guidelines and protocols with the agreement of the relevant medial staff.



· To assess waiting time targets are met and maintained and liaise with the Head of Imaging to forward plan to ensure capacity and demand is reviewed



· To actively contribute to data collection for statistics on capacity demand and backlog and other management activity.



· To ensure ultrasound protocols are kept up to date and reviewed and staff are aware of changes or developments.



· To plan audits and research for Ultrasound department.



· To take the lead role in the evaluation and replacement of Ultrasound equipment.



· To lead on and work with Lead US Consultant Radiologist with regards to the planning, development, and promotion of the ultrasound service.



· To participate in Business Planning and maximise any income for the ultrasound department.



· To keep the Head of Imaging informed of activity and performance of the ultrasound service.



· To identify and contribute to service improvements.



· Line manage imaging support staff



· To investigate and respond to PALS concerns or complaints in line with Trust Policy including drafting response letters when required.



· To Support clinical governance, excellence in all areas of ultrasound practice and assist in obtaining QSI Accreditation.



COMMUNICATION AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS


· To relate to and always communicate with all staff in a courteous and helpful manner.



· To communicate and receive highly complex and sensitive information relating to conditions and procedures to staff, patients and carers and ensure informed consent for examinations. This requires skills of explanation, motivation, and persuasion to overcome physical, emotional, mental and cultural barriers.



· To have the ability to communicate sometimes unwelcome and distressing information to patients and family in a sensitive manner, identify cancers and other pathologies which may require surgery while maintaining a timely list.



ANALYTICAL AND JUDGEMENT Responsibilities




· To utilise skills, experience and knowledge for interpretation and analysis of exams, other imaging and patient’s presentation/symptom



· To issue independent verified diagnostic reports in line with departmental protocols, competently using Imaging IT systems.



· To complete and relay a diagnostic report and liaise with clinical teams and/or organise further action or immediate clinical review where necessary.

PLANNING AND ORGANISATIONAL SKILLS




· To create and develop ultrasound protocols and patient pathways, clinical expertise, and professional education as part of a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care.



· To assess waiting time targets are met and maintained and liaise with the Head of Imaging to forward plan to ensure capacity and demand is reviewed.


This advert closes on Sunday 24 Nov 2024

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Our Sales Associates help our customers Celebrate Life & Express Love!

Temporary Sales Associate - Full Time

Our store teams are made up of customer-first people with a real passion for outstanding service, creating amazing experiences and lasting memories for our customers. Our team members work hard to develop outstanding product knowledge and real jewellery expertise that they can share with our customers.

As a committed and dedicated member of the team, you’ll play a key role in helping the store to maintain performance and meet sales targets. As new products are introduced in store, you will build your knowledge to ensure that you can deal with every type of customer enquiry.

As the face of H. Samuel, we want you to reflect our brand, culture and customers. You certainly won’t find our Store team members suited and booted. Instead, we’re proud of our team’s unique personalities and to showcase this we have a fashion conscious, business casual dress code, which encourages our teams to celebrate their own tattoo’s, piercings and style!

Your background

You’ll have a passion for putting the customer first and creating memorable customer experiences. While you may not specifically have jewellery experience, you will certainly have an interest in jewellery products and brands. A positive, ‘can-do’ attitude is essential, with a natural ability for striking up a conversation with a diverse range of customers.

Jewellery, Watch & Gift Retail is truly unique!

In any of our H. Samuel stores you’ll see our knowledgeable team members devote their days to sharing and celebrating special life-changing moments with our customers. We love that we are a key part in making an engagement, a wedding or the celebration of a loved-one’s Birthday even more special by ensuring our customers discover the perfect piece to mark the occasion. Ours is an environment like no other. Join us – Be part of something special!

What's next?

When you submit your application, you will be invited to complete a short online assessment.

If successful, you will be asked to complete a short video which gives you the opportunity to tell us a little more about you and why you would like to join us.

Successful applicants will be contacted by the store manager inviting you to the final stage interviews.

We recommend to regularly check your emails to ensure you don’t miss any updates with your application.

Your rewards

We offer a competitive salary and benefits, including sales incentives and a staff discount. The nature of our business also means you can sometimes work additional hours at times like peak trading periods, Bank Holidays and weekends.

What is also really amazing about Signet are the career development opportunities. If you’ve got potential, we’ll help you fulfil it. We’ve got the training and development programmes in place to really help you make the most of your talent!

Be part of something special!

Signet is the name behind H. Samuel and Ernest Jones. Together, we have more than 270 stores in the UK and Republic of Ireland. But that’s not all, we are part of the world’s largest retailer of diamond jewellery with approximately 2,800 stores. Just imagine where your career could take you

Signet Jewelers (H. Samuel & Ernest Jones) is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are proud to have achieved Disability Confident Committed status (Level 1). All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

Your new company
Hays are the exclusive recruiting partner for Birmingham City Council, Sandwell Council, Coventry Council and Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council, we are currently looking for candidates to join their teams on a full-time, temporary basis. Being the largest leading local authority in the whole of Europe, Birmingham City Council are renowned for their expertise in public services and endless opportunities.
Your new role
We are looking for social housing professionals to join Birmingham City Council as part of their Homeless Centre Support staff. As a Housing Support Officer, you will deliver a responsive and customer focused temporary accommodation service and ensure residents promptly access support identified in their Personal Housing and TA Move On plans. There are a number of different locations across Birmingham in which these service centres are located, these locations being Cotteridge, Aston and Perry Barr, if these locations work for you, please ask for the availability.
You will also ensure any income collected is received within agreed procedures and targets, follow service procedures when issuing and recording warnings for minor breaches in tenancy. Immediately report serious breaches of tenancy to your line manager and the resident's caseworker and attend court evictions where required. You will also support service users with housing benefits, employability and other queries.
This role is shift-based on a 6-week rolling rota, so weekend work will be available.

What you'll need to succeed
In order to succeed in your application, you will need a background in Social Housing - this could be a housing officer, neighbourhood officer, homelessness officer etc. You will need knowledge of Legislation and Part 6 and 7 of the Housing Act.
These roles will be an ASAP start, which before starting you will need to pass your reference and compliance checks, upon registration please have your 2 most recent employment details available for reference checks.
This role requires an Enhanced DBS, which Hays will put into process for you free of charge.
What you'll get in return
This Housing Officer job is a full-time, temporary role based in Birmingham. Usually being a 3-month ongoing contract.
For this job, Birmingham City Council are offering an hourly rate of £12 (£13.45 including holiday), and after 13 weeks in assignment you will receive an up lift to £13.20 (£14.79 including holiday).
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Teaching Assistant

Location: Birmingham - All areas

Contact: Temporary with the opportunity to go permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday (8:30am to 15:30pm)

Are you passionate about working with and inspiring young people?

Teaching Personnel are working with schools across Birmingham and surrounding areas who are looking for Teaching Assistants who are comfortable supporting young people with special educational needs (SEN).

This Role Would Involve
- Supporting the class teacher in the delivery of lessons
- Organising and collecting resources for the lessons
- Being a positive role model to inspire and encourage the child to make positive life choices and behaviours
- Use enthusiasm to encourage children to become involved in lessons

If you are interested in working in one of our schools, then please apply by attaching a copy of your CV or for more information

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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**Job Title: MIG Fabricator**

**Pay: £15-£16 per hour DOE**

**Shift: Days**

**Area: Birmingham **

**Contract: Permanent**

We are seeking an experienced **Staircase/Balustrade MIG Fabricator** to join our team. The ideal candidate will be skilled in fabricating staircases and balustrades using **MIG welding techniques** , primarily working with **mild steel** , with occasional work on **stainless steel** . Proficiency in **TIG welding** is a significant plus, adding versatility to the role.

**Key Responsibilities:**


* Fabricate and weld staircases and balustrades using MIG welding techniques.
* Work with **mild steel** as the main material and handle **stainless steel** projects as required.
* Interpret and work from technical drawings to ensure accurate fabrication.
* Maintain high-quality standards and precision in all welding and fabrication tasks.
* Operate fabrication machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
* Collaborate with team members to meet project deadlines.

**Requirements:**


* Proven experience as a fabricator, specifically in **staircase and balustrade construction** .
* Proficiency in **MIG welding** ; **TIG welding** skills are highly desirable.
* Ability to work with **mild steel** and some experience with **stainless steel** .
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
* Good communication and teamwork skills.



**Why Join Us?**
This is more than just a job; its an opportunity to refine your welding skills and work on projects that truly matter. As part of a dedicated team, youll contribute to innovative, custom solutions for the automotive and rail sectors. If you're a detail-oriented welder with a passion for craftsmanship, we want to hear from you!

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My public sector client is looking for an experienced Personal Assistant to support their Deputy Directors. This is a full-time temporary assignment for eight weeks, Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm paying £14.58 per hour. This role is currently working on a hybrid model, with a requirement to work onsite for 3 days and 2 days from home.

Your role will be to provide senior administrative/personal administration support for their Deputy Directors this will include:

• Diary management and inbox management
• Managing the Deputy Director's schedules and arranging meetings - making decisions that balance competing priorities including, travel, desk-time and breaks and arranging travel and accommodation when necessary, ensuring value for money and suggesting delegation of meetings to others where necessary
• Booking rooms, sending electronic invitations, organising refreshments and also administration support: scheduling, preparing papers, and also making notes and providing comprehensive action points which need to be followed up on
• Proactively and independently make decisions on which meetings to prioritise and anticipating and scheduling regular meetings, including one-to-ones with direct reports.
• Organising team away days and events
• General administration duties such as data entry, answer telephones, filing and replying/issuing routine correspondence

Skills required:

• Highly organised, confident self-starter, well-motivated and pro-active
• Show sensitivity and emotional intelligence
• Good organisational skills and be able to prioritise workload and adapt to changeable deadlines
• Good communication, both written and verbal form
• Confident in engaging with senior stakeholders and customers
• Have the ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and are able to apply very high levels of attention to detail
• Fully proficient in all Microsoft packages: Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint

This role will require a clearance and three years referencing in place before you start on the assignment.

Due to the high volume of applications for this role we may not be able to contact every candidate who applies.

Brook Street is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy.

As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer.

Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. 

In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.

People and Place

Experienced Social Worker: Children with Disabilities

Ref: 000373

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £37,938 - £45,718 (Grade 7 or 8 depending on experience). Essential Car user allowance provided.

Hours: 36.66 per week

Based: Metropolitan Place, Hobson Street, Oldham OL1 1TT, with some home working. Parking available on side of building.

Closing date: Sunday, 24th November 2024

Shortlisting: week commencing 25th November 2024

Interview: TBA

Informal Enquiries: Contact Nicole Stewart, Team Manager, Martine Lewis, Head of Service

Email: Nicole.stewart@oldham.gov.uk and martine.lewis@oldham.gov.uk

Why should you work in Oldham?

Officially rated as a ‘Good’ by Ofsted, we are proud of our relentless approach in seeking the very best outcomes for our children and families, and there’s never been a better time to join the team and be part of our success story.

Oldham is a wonderful place of diversity, where people of all cultures come together. This is one our greatest strengths and our social workers enjoy using a breadth of skills and gaining a variety of experiences whilst supporting children and families from diverse backgrounds.

We use systemic practice as our chosen practice model, focusing on building relationships with children and families, understanding the context and family dynamics, and reflectively learning together. 2024 has seen the launch of our new systemic reflective hubs, as our Social Work Academy continues to offer reflective supervisions and tailored support through an innovative 2-year ASYE programme.

We have a strong ethos of ‘Growing our own’, providing a great environment to excel in your social work career.

Our Promises to you:

• A manageable and diverse caseload aligned with your experience and skills.
• A commitment to your continuing professional development through a bespoke learning and development programme
• A variety of career opportunities to progress and develop with us in Social Work
• Regular, quality, and reflective supervision and learning from practice audits with fortnightly training days in each of our services.
• Monthly Group Supervision with your team
• Weekly Learning Spaces to focus on a specific area of learning.
• A permanent and supportive Senior Leadership team
• Full corporate and service Induction
• Direct link to a Team Manager, Advanced Practitioner and Social Work Consultants from our Social Work Academy.
• The opportunity to become a Practice Educator and to develop students within our organisation.
• Dedicated support to develop you in your role and opportunities to meet your career aspirations.
• During the SSYE (second supported year in employment) you will have a consultant social worker in the CSWA who will offer reflective supervision every three months as well as meetings with your manager at 6 and 12 months to ensure that your professional development plan is being supported.
• Focus on child and family-centred outcomes across all sectors by ensuring the right intervention is identified at the right time, there by building a safe, happy, healthy, and successful future for children and young people.

You will be rewarded with great benefits:

• Competitive pay with a £2,000 retention payment. (After 2 years)
• Hybrid working giving flexibility for you to manage your diary and offer a better work/life balance.
• Free town centre parking
• Essential car user allowance of £500* and mileage expenses at 45p per mile.
• Reimbursement of Social Work England professional registration fees currently £90 per year
• Other generous benefits including:
  • 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase additional days, and which increases after 5- and 10-years’ service.
  • Attractive defined benefit pension scheme with a market leading AVC option for additional retirement savings
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Staff discount scheme for shopping, entertainment, eating-out, eating-in, travel, motoring and more.
  • Salary sacrifice scheme, including Cycle to Work
  • Wellbeing support, including an Employment Assistance Programme that provides 24 hours access to advice and support.
  • Staff recognition and celebration events

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Our employees say

“One of the reasons I’ve worked here for so long is because it’s like a family and a listening organisation, where people are encouraged to participate and get involved”.

“Our Social Worker teams are friendly, approachable and professional”.

“We all want to make a difference to the families and children that we work with”.

“Oldham values the person, the families, and the inclusive culture”.

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Ofsted says

“Children are well supported by social workers, who ensure that their health, education and emotional needs are met”.

“Staff are tenacious”.

“Children and families in Oldham benefit from a comprehensive range of early help services”.

“There is strong partnership working”.

“Senior leaders promote the participation of cared for children and actively seek their voice in developing and shaping service delivery”.

“Relentless focus on improvement by a strong and stable leadership team, with progress made across many areas of practice,”

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The Children with Additional & Complex Needs Team is looking for a qualified Grade 8 Social Worker to join our busy and dynamic team. If you have experience in safeguarding children and an understanding of children looked after processes, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

As part of our team, you’ll manage a variety of cases from initial assessment through to child protection, pre-proceedings, care proceedings, children looked after, and adoption. This is a great opportunity to build a well-rounded skill set in social work and develop specialized knowledge in:

• Mental Capacity Assessments and Best Interest Meetings
• Court of Protection and Inherent Jurisdiction applications
• Communicating creatively and effectively with children and young people, including those with non-verbal communication needs
• Supporting carers through assessments and providing respite and domiciliary care
• Helping young people transition from Children’s to Adult Services

This role is ideal for someone who is ready to expand their skills in a supportive and varied environment. We look forward to supporting you in your growth and impact in this rewarding field.

Our team works closely with the Short Breaks Service, which manages all short break packages for cases without identifiable welfare or safeguarding needs. These cases are transferred from the Children with Additional and Complex Needs Team, allowing us to focus our resources on children requiring ongoing support.

What we need from you:

All applicants must meet the relevant criteria, including the right to work in the UK. We do not accept applications from candidates who require sponsorship.

Oldham Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All roles require strong commitment to securing good outcomes for children, operating in a supportive environment focused on effective delivery, including identifying and responding appropriately to any safeguarding concerns, ensuring the immediate decision making reflects an analysis of risk and protective factors.

Diversity and Inclusion:

We are committed to creating a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We aim to develop a culture of respect, where differences are recognised regardless of background. We aim to be an employer of choice by engaging in fair and open recruitment processes and applications are encouraged from all communities across the borough to create a workforce that represents the diversity of our population.

If you would like support with this application, an interview or interested in looking at any courses that could help with this position please get in touch with Get Oldham Working - Get Oldham Working registration form - Oldham Council

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• Work with a resident focus.
• Support our local leaders.
• Take ownership and drive change.
• Stay committed to the borough.
• Drive high performance.

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Any candidate that meets the criteria of our Guaranteed Assessment Scheme and meets the essential criteria of the role, will be guaranteed the first stage of assessment (whether that is an interview or another assessment, as appropriate).

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Oldham Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS (and a Certificate of Good Conduct where you have lived abroad for 12 months or more in the last 10 years).

The successful applicant will be required to register to the DBS Update Service to enable the Council to undertake rechecks throughout your employment. The cost to register is £13 and can be claimed back upon commencement to the role but will not be refunded if you do not accept the offer of employment.

This post requires registration to Social Work England.

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JOB TITLE: COMMERCIAL AIR CON SERVICE / BREAKDOWN ENGINEER

PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Mobile Worker

You are required to travel to and work at various locations within the Birmingham, duduley, Coventry area as the Company shall reasonably require for the proper performance of your duties

SALARY: £45,000

HOURS: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm (40 hours per week)

RESPONSIBLE TO: Directors

RECRUITMENT: This post is subject to a satisfactory DBS and reference checks

Summary of Duties:

Service and maintenance of air con appliances within both commercial and domestic properties.

Air conditioning/electrical fault finding experience within both commercial and domestic properties.

Main Duties:

Attend service and reactive breakdowns to fault find, diagnose and repair in a timely and cost effective manner.

Using knowledge and air conditioning fault finding experience to provide high levels first time fix and customer care.

To carry out the day to day responsive maintenance, service and repairs as instructed

To carry out servicing and safety checks on all air con systems

To make immediate decisions as regards the repair requirements should the original job order not reflect the actual works required and to inform the relevant director

To inform the customer (with reason) when it is not possible to complete a repair within the first visit and make mutually agreed arrangements to return to complete and inform the relevant director

Direct helpers engaged in assembly or installation of air con systems or components.

Liaise with management and or client to ensure all works are completed.

Ensure that all works and repairs are completed safely and in accordance with current codes and practices.

Abide by all client rules and regulations whilst on site (copy available upon request)

Ensure when purchasing materials, a 'best value and cost effective approach' is sought

To make sure that all training required to carry out the role is maintained and kept up to date.

To accurately complete all relevant documentation associated with the duties and ensure the prompt return to the office of all relevant information in relation to the daily tasks.

Where a Company vehicle is provided, ensure that it is used in accordance with the Company's current policies and procedures

Ensure that all company property, i.e. motor vehicle, uniform, tools etc… are operated safely, kept clean and in good order and tested when required to maintain the safe working of all heating systems

Actively take a proactive approach in finding and quoting additional works, should it be required.

Carry out site audits, vehicle audits, post work inspections, quotations and engineers meetings

Adhere to the Company policies and procedures, handbook and Health & Safety.

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

Essential:

• Recognised air conditioning apprenticeship and Commercial experience Air conditioning experience within the commercial sector e.g, fault finding, service, repair and maintenance on air condition installations and appliances.
• Working knowledge of test equipment including an electrical multi-meter
• Flexible approach:

due to travel aspect, this is a mobile position that will involve travelling to multiple sites across the West & East Midlands as well as some wider travel as required.

due to customer demands, the ability to work additional hours over and above contracted hours if and when required, where overtime would be payable.

• Be part of the emergency call out team on a rota basis
• To promote a positive and professional attitude to all customers and staff.
• Self- motivated and able to work under own initiative as well as within a team.
• Willing to undertake further training/development within the post as required.
• The ability to communicate effectively with tenants and other members of the public.
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Basic IT Skills
• Must have had or willing to have both vaccinations

Please call or send a CV to apply

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Job Opportunity: Project Administrator (Temp-to-Perm) - Birmingham, £30-£33K

Full time in the office during training, but will then be hybrid working

Are you a focused, driven Project Administrator with a passion for keeping things on track? We're looking for a proactive Project Admin/Coordinator to join a Global Engineering Firm based in central Birmingham. You'll work closely with project managers and clients, overseeing project progress, tracking milestones, and maintaining clear communication across the board.

All candidates applying must be available immediately as the client are looking to get someone into the position quickly.

Duties will include the following:

• Monitor and report on project progress, tackling delays and handling any issues smoothly
• Act as the main point of contact for project status, keeping clients and team members aligned
• Coordinate and attend stakeholder meetings, track expenses, and ensure health, safety, and compliance standards
• Bring ideas to improve project efficiency and document lessons learned for continuous enhancement

The ideal candidate will come from an Engineering or similar background, working as an administrator on large scale/ high profile projects. You will be highly organised with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, assisting driving the project forward to a strict deadline. Flexible but driven in your approach to working. The role will be assisting with not only the administration, but you will also be client facing, updating the client on the milestones as well as being the first point of contact.

If you are a project administrator looking to be part of a very exciting project, then please do apply directly to the advert!

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.

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Self-Employment Coach
- RestartRestart, Office based at one of our sites (Birmingham, Coventry, West Bromwich)
£36,000 + Benefits


Our Skills and Employability business provides support to citizens, from supporting the unemployed into sustainable work, to upskilling those with low or no vocational skills, so they can progress in work.

The Restart Scheme helps people who have been unemployed and in receipt of Universal Credit or Jobseekers’ Allowance (IB) for at least 6 months to get back into work. We comprehensively assess Participants’ needs and motivations using our evidence-based employability model and work with our network of trusted providers and partners to help break down barriers to work, enabling them to progress towards a more secure future.

One of these needs is support in developing Self Employment aspirations, assisting participants to develop, incept or grow their business idea into a gainful and sustainable endeavour by offering professional advice and coaching.

The Self Employment Coach will work across one or more of our offices (dependant on demand)

Serco aim to offer to support to participants in the following areas:

- Business Viability
- Business Planning
- Market Research
- Finance and Budgeting
- Cashflow
- Marketing including Web Design and Social Media
- Sales and Growth
- HMRC Registration
- Taxation


Advice for participants will be on a 1:1 basis as well as through group workshops and awareness sessions.
Participant progress will be monitored by feedback forms that need to be uploaded onto the customer system – Aptem

The Self Employment Coach will work with a caseload of participants, working with them on the forementioned areas to become gainfully self employed as quickly as possible.

Key accountabilities



- Conduct in-depth initial diagnostic assessments with participants to evaluate business viability and suitability for further support. Being confident in relaying messaging where this is not the case.



- Coach and offer Self Employment Guidance to Serco’s Restart Scheme Participants on a 1:1 Basis, setting challenging smart actions and evidencing progress made. Signposting when appropriate (e.g. funding, arranging insurances)



- Deliver Group Sessions on key Self Employment areas as well as Awareness sessions for those who are unsure if this is the right journey for them.



- Build rapport with both the participants and the Restart Job Coach to ensure a healthy and collaborative relationship is maintained.



- Equip participants with tools, resources and contacts needed to progress/develop their business.



- Effectively manage time, caseload and management information.



- Work Closely with Jobcentre Plus colleagues to secure Gainful Self Employment status and evidence of earnings.



- Work to challenging Trading Start and outcome targets as set in KPI’s. Gathering Evidence of throughout the journey.



- Maintain relationship with participant post Trading start to ensure the business stays on track.



What I need to do the role?


- Strong Knowledge of key business functions (marketing, finance, sales, operations etc)
- Experience in supporting Business Setup
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently.
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion



- Serco is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment; safeguarding includes supporting participants’ physical and psychological wellbeing. All employees involved in the delivery and/or management of employability provision may be subject to an enhanced DBS check.



What we offer


- Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
- A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your family such as Employee Assistance Programme, Wisdom App, Simply Health Plans, Annual Leave Purchase Scheme and more
- Access to a huge range of discounts and exclusive deals such as Merlin Attractions, Mobile Phone discounts, Cinema discounts, Leisure, and Hospitality discounts
- A fantastic culture and supportive team where you’ll get the chance to make a positive difference in a company passionate about diversity and inclusion 
- Serco discounts which include cinema, merlin entertainment and online shopping discounts and discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships.
- Interesting and enjoyable work
- Committed to professional and personal development with a wide range of training and coaching opportunities to expand your capabilities
- Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays


About SercoAt Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.
By joining Serco you will have unlimited access to our Global Employee Networks – SercoInspire (Gender), SercoEmbrace (Multicultural), SercoUnlimited (Disability) and In@Serco (LGBT & Networks). Serco Employee Networks, led by colleagues who are passionate about diversity, inclusion and belonging.
ApplyPlease click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.
At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. We operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly Disability Confident Leader employers and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000.
At Serco we support fair access to employment for those with unspent criminal convictions through the ‘Ban the Box’ pledge (some may be exempt due to the nature of the role and the security clearance required). Please contact our recruitment team directly on 0345 010 4000 to discuss.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

WAVERLEY EDUCATION FOUNDATION TRUST Waverley School Yardley Green Road Bordesley Green Birmingham B9 5QA SEND Teaching Assistant (Primary) – Level 3 Grade 3 Salary £25,119- £31,364 Scale point 9 – 22 (Full Time, TTO) Actual salary based on scale point 9 approximately £21,960 To start ASAP Waverley Education Foundation (WEF) is a Multi Academy Trust, which operates both Waverley School and Waverley Studio College. WEF has over 2000 students on roll across the trust. It develops, brokers and delivers a range of services which support learning and leadership & management and improve outcomes for children and young people. Waverley School is an all through school for students aged 4-19. It also has a Resource Base for students with cognition and learning difficulties. In its recent Ofsted inspection in September 2021, Waverley School was graded as a ‘Good’ School. We have state of the art facilities for learning, teaching and training and a strong staff team that are committed to the learning and development of all our students. Our core values of Humanity, Equality, Aspiration and Respect support our vision to create a learning community where we work together to achieve excellence in everything we do. “Pupils have a strong understanding of diversity, respect and tolerance, including for different family lifestyles” – Ofsted 2021 As part of the exciting development plans for the Resource Base, we are expanding our team to support pupils’ needs. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Primary Phase team as a SEND specific Teaching Assistant (L3, GR3). The ideal candidate will be able to encourage, motivate and enthuse pupils to promote individual progress and social collaboration. The applicant must be able to work as part of a team. The applicant should be willing to support the successful integration of Resource Base pupils in mainstream education as well as able to nourish needs within the Resource Base. Our aim is to support each and every pupil to be the best that they can be. We aspire to ensure that every child develops the skills they need to be independent young adults who have promising futures. The applicant’s views need to align with this vision and be supportive of progress towards these goals. You will need to be highly motivated and passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people, with the ability to inspire and motivate students. The successful candidate will need to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks in line with ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity or religion. Only applications submitted on the school application form will be accepted. Waverley Education Foundation is committed to the protection and safety of its students.

GENERAL. Responsible for the production, delivery and safe food service to Staff and Patients. Responsible for the receipt of qualitative and quantitative and safe storage of goods in accordance with the Departmental HACCP Procedure. To be responsible for utilising safely mechanical and electrical equipment, including operating Wash-Up (mechanical/hand machine), following appropriate training as required and in accordance with Health & Safety and COSHH regulation. FINANCE. Responsible for handling cash and operating cash register including balance and banking all monies. INDIVIDUAL. Responsible for engaging in the Trust appraisal process, that identifies your own personal development and training needs. Responsible for ensuring confidentiality is maintained at all times in accordance with the data protection act trust policy and good practice. Responsible for maintaining and conducting oneself in a professional manner towards colleagues and other agents visiting or working on bsmhft premises. To assist in the introduction of new staff under the guidance and advice of the Catering Shiftleader/Supervisor. Responsible for reading, understanding and complying with all relevant departmental/trust and statutory policies and procedures. Responsible for ensuring that they contribute and work towards the service/organisational aims and objectives. To undertake any adhoc duties as required by the Catering Supervisor commensurate with the grade of the post. It is everyones responsibility to be aware of infection control procedures and to carry out relevant training. Every member of staff has a responsibility to be aware of and follow at all times, the relevant national and local policy in relation to the safeguarding of children, the safeguarding of vulnerable adults and the control of infection.