Total 804 Others level Customer Service job vacancies in Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 1QH

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare we believe in caring for those who care for our residents; We recognise and celebrate our hard-working colleagues,supporting your career development with a variety of apprenticeships, and provide you with access to a range of leisure and retail discounts. We are nowseekingacompassionate,enthusiasticand dedicatedindividualto join ourfriendly, award-winning team asareceptionist. ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus asareceptionistwill be tooffer professional, high quality customer service as first point of contact within the homeas well asprovidinga range of administrative services. Other responsibilitieswillinclude: Answering the telephone and responding to enquiries at reception, redirecting calls to relevant staff and recording messages accordingly. Completingreception-related administration,maintainingdatabases,and providing administrativeassistanceas required by the General Manager. Maintainingthe general tidiness of the reception area, liaising with Housekeeping to ensure standards aremaintained. ABOUT YOU To besuccessfulin your application, youwill live our values of caring,supportive,honest,respectfuland accountable in all that you do. Our ideal candidatemust: Have excellent communication skills both verbal and written. Be confident in using computers. Have a positive,friendly,and welcoming attitude. Havepreviousexposure to problem-solving and client complaints. ABOUT AVERY As one of the largestproviders of luxury elderly care homes in the UK, we believe that the lateryearsof our residents lives should be as enriching as any other. Our vision of creating meaningful livestogether is reached by the exceptional care and experience we proudly offer throughout our growing portfolio of over 100 care homes whilstestablishing ourselves as the preferred choice forresidents and employees. Please note this role will require: ADBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK. This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

JOB OVERVIEW An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, creative and confident Learning Support Assistant to support teaching and learning at Thringstone Primary School. This role is varied, and will include supporting individual children with specific needs in the classroom. We are looking for an adaptable, flexible and resourceful individual able to cope and deal with constantly changing priorities. JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Have experience of working in a primary school
• Have a good level of English and Mathematics with GCSE qualifications or NVQ3
• Have high expectations to promote learning
• Demonstrate excellent classroom practice
• Work within a hardworking, dedicated team
• Have the ability to adapt supportive practice depending on specific needs
• Have a good sense of humourYou will be acting as a role model for the children in school and will be working in partnership with the class teacher and the rest of the staff, so it’s vital that you have good reading, writing and numeracy skills. Great communication skills are a must too as you’ll need to be able to communicate well with staff, pupils and parents. Good organisational skills, patience, flexibility, creativity and an ability to build positive relationships are also essential to this role. Working with class teachers to deliver excellent teaching and learning. WHAT WE OFFER: • Term-time hours
• The opportunity of working within a supportive, friendly environment in this well run and respected school.
• Good opportunities for personal and career development.THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL • Work with the class teacher, SENCO and other support staff to prepare resources and deliver lessons to individuals and small groups
• Follow and implement all school policies and procedures
• Be reliable, punctual and consistent in their work
• Work on their own initiative
• Use relevant technology and equipmentThis is a full time, fixed term position (Term time) (Job share will be considered).

Learning Support Assistant SEND – Advert
Do you have experience working with children with special educational needs? Are you calm, compassionate and adaptable?
Fernvale Primary School, part of the OWLS Academy Trust, have a great opportunity for a kind, caring and passionate Learning Support Assistant to join our lovely support team! We are seeking dedicated experienced candidates who will work on a 1:1 basis with a child identified as having special educational needs and has an EHCP/High Needs. We are looking for someone who will work closely with our staff to support the intellectual and social developmental needs of our pupil during structured and unstructured times.
The successful candidate will need to deliver personalised activities inside and outside of the classroom, which help individuals to meet their agreed provision and targets.
The successful candidate will:
• Have previous experience in an educational setting and working with children aged 4 to 11;
• Have experience of working with pupils with speak and language needs;
• Have experience of working with pupils with ASD or ADHD or emotional behavioural needs;
• Have the ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with children and adults;
• Have had Team Teach training and experience of positive handling or a willingness to go on the training;
• Have knowledge of how/when best to intervene in children’s learning in order to help them progress;
• Have patience, resilience and a passion for the educational needs and development of happy and competent children;
• Be able to engage children both inside and outside of learning times and adaptability;
• Have knowledge and understanding of the requirements of Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults in the education sector as applicable to this role; and
• Possess a good standard of written/oral English and Numeracy skills.
We are looking for someone who:
• Has experience of supporting teaching and learning in a formal setting, ideally with pupils with special educational needs
• Is committed to supporting children to access all areas of school life;
• Understands how and when to intervene in children’s learning in order to help them progress;
• Who can be flexible and adapt to the child's need;
• Has experience of EYFS and KS1;
• Is willing to undertake training around interventions to support special educational needs pupils
We can offer you:
• The chance to join a friendly, supportive and highly committed staff team;
• A school where children work hard and are respectful of everyone’s needs;
• Fixed term contract for a year with the possibility of it being extended;
• A working atmosphere that is built upon trust, honesty, integrity and an unwavering commitment to excellence for all children.
For further information please refer to the attached letter to applicants and job specification.
Specifics: • Grade 5
• Weeks: Term time + INSET days;
• Hours: 8:45am to 3:15pm, with an hour unpaid lunch break
OR 2 candidates working as a job share 8:45am-12:30pm / 12:30pm-3:15pm (please indicate your preference) on the application form.
* Contract type: fixed term contract (until the end of this academic year) with the view to be extended
Applications must be submitted using the OWLS Academy Trust Application Form (available to download as a Word Form or a PDF document).
• Closing date for applications: Wednesday 27th November 2024
• Interviews: w/b 9th December 2024
• Start Date: 6th January 2025
Fernvale Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to satisfactory references and a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure.
Fernvale Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to satisfactory references and a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure.

ASC Support Advisor

Permanent, Full Time

Up to £26,253 per annum

Location: Chelmsford

Working Style: Anywhere worker

Interviews: 20th November

Please note although the service is primarily based in Chelmsford, the successful candidate will also be supporting either the South (offices in Basildon) or West (offices in Harlow) of Essex.

This role is focused on providing effective and efficient support to the Quadrant in maintaining data using the case management system.

As an effective administrator, this role will develop positive relationships with all staff members whilst utilising the opportunity to deliver an efficient service, undertaking analysis to highlight progress or obstacles to achieving specific outcomes. This will be achieved both Face to Face and virtually.

Accountabilities

• Be the subject matter expert working with the ASC Mosaic Training team.
• Work collaboratively with the quadrant to ensure able to maintain accurate information to ensure adequate controls and compliance in place.
• Provide support for staff for all issues regarding Mosaic including ad hoc training if required.
• First point of contact for new staff for Mosaic issues.
• Support the collection of data for statutory returns and all management information.
• Support the quadrant by undertaking administrative duties to ensure efficiency of the service in meeting regular outputs.
• Supports the quadrant in maintaining files and records accurately and efficiently, proposing and implementing improvements when required.
• Responsible for managing all quadrant enquiries and managing outcomes, ensuring escalation managed in timely manner when appropriate.
• Specific individual and shared targets and objectives are defined annually within the performance management framework.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

• Educated to GCSE level including Maths and English at a minimum Grade of C or equivalent by experience.
• Evidence of continuing professional development and expert knowledge in relevant professional area.
• Excellent communication skills and building positive relationships with service users.
• Experience of working effectively with a range of MS applications and tools.
• Knowledge and experience of setting up appropriate systems in which to collect and process data.
• Proficient in attention to detail in checking data and evidencing a high degree of accuracy.
• Knowledge and experience of using systems effectively for the collection and analysis of data.
• Awareness of how to utilise IT to establish effective ways to monitor progress and evaluate information.
• Ability to prioritise own workload and meet deadlines.

Please note that the job role requires you to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore, the post holder will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means.

To read more about us please visit: Adult Social Care

Why Essex? Essex County Council has a location to be proud of. Our 1,300 square miles stretch from Constable Country to the Thames Estuary, from the dynamic M11 corridor to the traditional seaside resorts of Clacton and Walton. England's oldest town, Colchester, and two of its newest - Basildon and Harlow - are right here. Along with the City of Chelmsford, the county town, they form our major population centres. It means real choice and makes Essex the ideal place for your career. Read more about us.

Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process.

We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying.

As part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained. For further information on the DBS update service please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service

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Position: Support Worker
Location: Leicester City
Hours: 37.5 hrs contracted hours per week (Mon-Sun, including weekends, days, evenings and holidays)
Salary: £22,876.43 per annum (£11.70 p/h)
Job ref: 4053
We regret to inform you that Advance is unable to accept any sponsorship requirements.

About the Role:
Would you like to work somewhere where you get to make a real difference every day?
Are you caring, fun and up for a challenge? Are you looking for a career where you get to make a difference to people’s lives?  Do you love the idea of no two days being the same? If so, we want to hear from you.
Advance is looking for Support Workers in Leicester City to support customers with learning disabilities/ autism/ complex needs/ mental health conditions to live the lives they choose.  We offer great benefits, flexible working and all the training and support you need to kick start a rewarding career in Social Care.

Day to Day Activities: 

- Assisting with personal care and hygiene (if required)
- Medication administration (if required)
- Support with preparing and cooking meals
- Support with attending medical appointments
- Support with social activities
- Support with independent skills
- Support with domestic duties such as cleaning and laundry
- Keeping accurate records and updating care plans as required
- Keeping up to date with your training

Advance is a great place to progress too; many of our Support Workers have gone on to be managers, and some have moved into roles in other areas of our business. Once you’re with us, there are genuine opportunities to learn, develop and build a long and rewarding career. Equally, there is the chance to work flexibly, fitting your role around your other life commitments.
About the candidate:
You don’t need to have previous experience working in care or support to be successful in this role. What matters are your values, your passion and determination to make a difference in the lives of people with autism or learning disabilities.
If you think a Support Worker role sounds right for you, you will need to be:

- Good at working on your own and within a team
- Excellent at communicating with people
- Able to complete quality support records
- Able to work every other weekends
- Able to work between 7am and 10:30pm
- Ability to follow a Support Plan and Risk Assessments and maintain customer records
- Need to be literate and numerate in English
- Willingness and ability to achieve the Care Certificate

For more information about the role please contact, Gemma Hewitt on Email:gemma.hewitt@advanceuk.org between Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm

About the organisation:
Advance is a national, not-for-profit provider of housing and support services for people with disabilities and mental health conditions. Our vision is to transform lives; providing the best quality housing and support services so that people can live the lives they choose, achieve their personal goals, feel valued and know their voices are heard.

We recognise that our people are our greatest asset and we’re passionate about making Advance a great place to work. We invest in our staff, providing the training and support you need to succeed in your role, gain industry-recognised qualifications and realise your career aspirations.

Weare an equal opportunities employer who values its staff and the difference they make to their customers. There is no place for racism or discrimination of any kind in Advance. As an organisation, we will not tolerate it. We are firmly committed to recruiting the best colleagues regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation and to supporting customers from similarly diverse backgrounds.

All newly appointed staff receive an induction, during which they will learn about our PRIDE values, our expectations of how they should treat our customers and our commitments in relation to how they will be treated as a member of staff.
Benefits of working for Advance:
We value our staff and the difference they make to the lives of our customers, which is why we offer the following benefits:

- Flexible hours to fit around you and the needs of our customers
- Paid mileage and travel time between appointments
- Paid holiday (from 25 days up to 30 days with long service in addition to bank holidays, pro rata for part time hours)
- Sector specific training is provided as part of induction plus opportunities for professional development
- Access to Perks at Work where you can obtain great discounts of cinema tickets, shopping vouchers and much more
- Long service awards payable in 5 year increments
- Golden Hello/refer a friend receive up to £500
- Cycle to work scheme
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Free DBS (Disclosures and Barring Service)
- Excellent opportunities to progress your career within Advance
- Enrolment in a pension scheme with matched contributions above the statutory minimum (if you work enough hours to meet the threshold for enrolment)

Advance is regulated by the Regulator of Social Housing and the Care Quality Commission and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. You will be required to provide evidence of right to work. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be covered by Advance.
We value diversity and therefore welcome applications from everyone interested in working at Advance. We are a Disability Confident Leader.
Advance Housing & Support Ltd reserves the right to close this job once sufficient applications have been received.
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About The Company
About Salutem:
Our mission is to create a nurturing and comfortable environment where the people we support receive the highest quality of care from our skilled and passionate team. Our services stand out because they reflect our core values.
Our values:
We are Supportive by promoting opportunities for everyone so they can reach their full potential
We are very Ambitious to provide the best possible outcomes for the people who use our services
We are Loyal because we put the people that we support and our staff at the centre of everything we do and we deliver on our promises. We also are committed to ensuring that our services are meeting the needs of all stakeholders
We are Unique because we are ambitious and innovative about the diversity of the services that we provide without compromising quality
We are Transparent by being open, honest and fostering a culture of mutual respect. We promote a culture where we learn by our experiences, and we are committed to doing things better and setting the highest standards in what we do
We are Engaging because we work in partnership with the people that we support, our staff and all our stakeholders
We encourage everyone to experience a Meaningful life by being aspirational and by offering opportunities
Why choose us?
At Salutem Care and Education, we believe that happy employees create a positive impact. That's why we prioritise the well-being of our colleagues and their families. With our Salutem Extras benefits platform, we offer a comprehensive range of perks designed to support you in every aspect of your life. Some of our benefits are:
Emotional Support Benefits:
✅Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 emotional, financial and legal support for you and your partner from qualified counsellors.
✅Hub of Hope - where you have access to the UK’s leading mental health data base
✅Medito App - allowing you to explore how meditation can boost your wellbeing
✅Bereavement support – licensed counselling service, support groups and resources

Medical Support Benefits:
✅Free Online GP – 24/7 access to a qualified GP for you and your household prescribing to a pharmacy near you at a time that suits you
✅Health Cash Plan – for a price of a coffee a week, you can claim back on a range of healthcare expenses
✅Cancer Cover – Our cover can support you with bills, alternative therapies and much needed time out in the unfortunate event of a diagnosis
✅My Menopause Centre – Discounted access to an ‘Outstanding’ CQC provider where treatments are tailored to your needs and information is evidence based
Financial Support Benefits – annual savings per household is over £1000!
✅Wagestream - Where you can receive flexible pay, savings buildings, credit building card, flexible loans at competitive rates, chats with a trusted expert and benefits tracker
✅Freeze your utility bills – saving you up to £329 per year on your energy bills.
✅ Money helper – get a personalised action plan to help you stay on top of bills
✅Life Assurance – protecting you from day one of employment
Physical Support Benefits:
✅Online workouts – easy to follow videos to work out from home or at the gym
✅Cycle to work scheme – with salary deductions, save on tax and NI costs
✅ Gym discounts – no join up fees and up to 20% off gym memberships country wide
✅National trust and discounted days off – wide range of activities for you and your family

Still not convinced?
We have been recognised as a Top Employer in the United Kingdom.
We have been named as a Top 50 Inspiring Workpace.
We are a Disability confident committed company.
We employ nearly 3000 colleagues and support nearly 2000 people.
We have a high percentage of Good or Outstanding homes and all our children’s home are rated Good or Outstanding.

About The Role
The Honeysuckle Farm Family are recruiting!
Honeysuckle is a 15-bed residential care home in Leicester. We support adults with learning and physical disabilities to meet their personal goals and future aspirations as well as supporting them to live the life they love!
We have a resident dog called Nigel here at Honeysuckle Farm who all the individuals we support love! We also have six ducks, that we’ve raised from tiny ducklings, that live alongside us all too. We love spending time in the garden, and we have a sunflower race every year. We love a good party, and love to celebrate each other’s birthdays with friends, family, food and of course, lots of cake!
If you’re looking for a job that’s meaningful where you can make a difference - then it’s time to apply and help us live our best lives.
At Salutem Care and Education, we recognise the value and wisdom that come from all stages of life. Join our team to be a part of a community that truly appreciates the richness of age diversity.

About the Role:
As a Support Worker, you will be at the forefront of providing high-quality, enabling care. Every day brings new challenges and rewards, making this a truly fulfilling role. You'll be key in helping us achieve our goal of being the best in the field.
Key Responsibilities:
- Individual Outcome and Wellbeing: Implement person-centered support plans, promote independence, manage risks, encourage relationships, and ensure legal and best practice compliance.
- Activity Planning: Develop flexible, engaging activity plans that promote autonomy and personal growth.
- Health and Lifestyle: Support individuals in maintaining healthy lifestyles and managing their health needs.
- Communication: Facilitate effective communication and maintain detailed, person-centered records.
- Medication Management: Oversee medication processes and support individuals in self-administration.
- Safety and Environment: Maintain a safe, clean-living environment and adhere to health and safety protocols.
About You:
- Compassionate and empathetic
- Strong communication skills
- Detail-oriented and organised
- Proactive and innovative thinker
- Committed to promoting diversity and inclusion
- Team player with a collaborative spirit
Apply Now!
Don't meet every single requirement? We invite you to apply anyway! At Salutem Care and Education, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse organisation led by our core values—Supportive, Ambitious, Loyal, Unique, Transparent, Engaging, and Meaningful—you might be led by these values rather than your skill set. Your potential and values may be what we are looking for, even more than your current skill set. If you are ready to embark on this journey with us, we encourage you to apply!

Undertake specified direct and indirect care, clinical and therapeutic intervention as delegated by the Registered Nurse / Health Care Professional. Carry out specified delegated clinical care and support consistent with the patient / users plan of care. Deliver unsupervised specified care and intervention as prescribed by an appropriate Registered Health Care Professional in accordance to agreed Trust and Directorate policies, procedures and protocols. Assist the Registered Professional by developing care plans for treatment, assessing and documenting care, providing verbal and written reports in an effective and safe manner. Make observations of care with regard to supporting the patient/users general health and well-being. Reporting areas of concern. Assist and support care delivery by only undertaking delegated work that is within own level skill and competence. Contribute to the overall effectiveness of the care delivered by the Medical retina team and that benefits the patient/ user experience. To support the medical retina team in delivering injection lists in UHL or in a community setting. To support Medical Retina clinics where required. To be involved in Audit and research. To support transformation and change within the Ophthalmology services.

Role:Field Care Supervisor

As a Field Care Supervisor you will be responsible for the ongoing field supervision of domiciliary and continuing healthcare support workers and will ensure that patient or service user requirements are met whilst maintaining compliance of care and nursing standards in accordance with AHG and Local Authority policies and procedures.

You will be required to provide day-to-day support to the Operational Network, assisting with the assessment, set up and review of health and social care packages, and you will be required to ensure that a skilled workforce is in place and they are able to deliver safe quality care to all clients.

As the Field Care Supervisor your responsibilities will include:

Ensuring that the client receives the appropriate care package and that continuity of care is a priority.

Providing telephone support to clients and care staff and where necessary, to work as a “hands on” carer in setting up the packages in the initial few weeks.

To assist the Branch Manager in auditing the standard of service delivery to clients.

Assist the Branch with Care Workers interviews & compliance

Assist with Risk Management training to all existing Care Workers

Complete the Risk Assessments and care plans of all domiciliary packages as well as the Non Case Managed & Level 1 Continuing Healthcare packages

Qualifications & Experience

Ideally possess a minimum of NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

You must demonstrate commitment to working within a team and have a flexible approach to working hours and practices.

This role will involve an element of on-call duties.

Driver with access to a vehicle.

For more information about the role and package details please apply online today!.

Learning Support Assistant
Ratby Primary School
Permanent with fixed term additional hours
Contracted Hrs: 15.75 hours per week
Fixed Term Hrs: 10.5 per week until 25th August 2025
Working Wks: 39 Weeks
Grade: Grade 5, Pts 7 to 8
Salary: £8,451 to £8,592 per annum
F/T Salary: £5,634 to £5,728 per annum
Start Date: ASAPAre you a hardworking and motivated individual?
Do you have experience of supporting teaching and learning within a classroom?
Would you like to work within a supportive team and have a positive impact on the young people we support?
If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Learning Support Assistant to join Ratby Primary School on a permanent basis with fixed term additional hours until 25th August 2025. The working days for the position will be Monday Tuesday and Wednesday (Permanent) and Thursday & Friday (Fixed Term). We are looking for someone that is determined and professional with the willingness to learn. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a successful and dynamic school environment.
The Learning Support Assistant is responsible for providing support to our pupils and teachers to provide high quality education. The successful candidate will work with whole classes, small groups and SEN pupils on an individual 1:1 basis.
This role is a rewarding one with a successful candidate having the opportunity to gain more experience in the classroom, and work with a supportive team who are enthusiastic about education and ensuring that the children reach their potential in all areas of the curriculum.
The ideal candidate:
• Must have a NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience in Teaching and Learning
• Will have experience working in a classroom environment
• Will have good literacy and numeracy skills
• Will possess excellent communication skills
In return we offer:
• Opportunity to work within a supportive team
• Opportunities for career development with access to apprenticeship and training schemes
• Generous annual leave entitlements
• Access to the generous Local Government Pension Scheme (24% contribution by the employer)
• Employee Support Service (counselling) for employees and close family members (24/7 support)
• Employee Discount and Benefit Scheme
ApplicationsTo apply for one of the positions:
1. Visit our careers website and search for the vacancy
2. Apply using the online application form
3. Submit a supporting statement outlining the reasons why you are applying and your suitability for the position
Application Closing Date: 9am, Monday 18th November 2024
Provisional Interview Date: Week Commencing 25th November 2024We look forward to receiving your application!
SAFEGUARDING…
Bradgate Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are therefore expected to be-have in such a way that supports this commitment. As part of the Trust’s shortlisting process, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence. Appointment to this post will also be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.
WE ARE ALL UNIQUE…
At our Trust inclusion means everyone is welcome. Everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We value individuality and uniqueness and aim to create a sense of belonging. We want an inclusive workplace that helps build the success of our pupils and reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

x2 SEND/Inclusion Learning Support Assistant Vacancies: Fixed Term Contract - 30 hours per week St Denys C of E Infant School is seeking to appoint X2 SEND/Inclusion LSAS to work in our SEND/Inclusion Support Team. The successful candidates will be working 1:1 with SEND pupils as well as supporting small groups of SEND children across the school. The position will commence ASAP. Contract: 30 hours per week, fixed termHours of work: Monday - Friday 8.30am-12.00pm & 12.45pm - 3.15pmGrade: 5 point 7 Salary £24408 full time equivalent paid on a pro-rata basisSt Denys is committed to ensuring that all children have access to a varied, challenging and inspiring education. We are always seeking new ways for our children to be successful and to thrive. We are a caring school, where pupils, staff and parents/carers are valued. The school was awarded an Ofsted ‘Good’ Rating in October 2019. "Pupils are happy and are kept safe at this inclusive school. The school’s ethos of, ‘each one of us is different, each one of us is special’, is evident. Pupils describe their school as, ‘fantastic, amazing and glorious!" Ofsted 2019JOB OVERVIEW
An exciting opportunity has arisen for two SEND/Inclusion LSAs to support teaching and learning at St Denys C of E Infant School in Ibstock. This role is varied, and we are looking for adaptable, flexible and resourceful individuals to join our newly formed SEND/Inclusion Team. An SEND/Inclusion LSA will work under the direct supervision of the SENDCo/Inclusion Leader and class teacher to provide 1:1 support for a named SEND pupil to enable them to access the school curriculum and engage in all aspects of school life, in accordance with school policies and procedures. The work of a SEND/Inclusion LSA will also include supporting small groups of SEND pupils, including in a whole class setting across the school. WHAT WE OFFER:Happy, friendly, enthusiastic, and well-behaved children who are keen to learn and like a challenge A hard-working staff who are committed to putting the children at the heart of all we do. A learning environment that is a calm and happy place to learn and work. We also offer a commitment to professional development A committed and energetic Governing Body who will wholeheartedly support you in your new role and professional journey at St Denys An active Parents and Friends Association who contribute positively to the school community Well established and effective collaborative working with the Local Authority, the Diocese of Leicester and the Development Group 24, the local group of schools. THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL :Have NVQ 2 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent OR be able to demonstrate the ability to meet the STL Level 2 National Occupational Standards relevant to this post.Have Level 2 qualifications in maths/numeracy and English/literacyHave experience of supporting teaching and learning in a formal educational setting Have experience of working with SEND children, particularly children with ASD Have a proven ability to work on their own initiative and effectively as part of a team.Be good at communicating with children, their parents and carers, teachers and other adults in school. Be knowledgeable of important procedures such as Child Protection and Safeguarding. Be willing and happy to contribute to our positive and welcoming Church School ethos Have the ability to use relevant technology/equipment. Have a positive can-do attitude. Have a real commitment to the happiness well-being, self-esteem and progress of everyone at the school.

Learning Support Assistant Swallowdale Primary School Fixed Term until 25th August 2025 Contracted Hrs: 30 per week Working Wks: Term Time + Inset Days (39 weeks) Grade: Grade 5, Pts 7 to 8 Salary: £16,097 to £16,367 per annum Start Date: 6th January 2025

Are you looking to gain experience in a classroom setting? Are you looking to build a career that gives you a genuine sense of achievement and fulfilment? Would you like to work in a school which is inclusive and ambitious for all of the children? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Learning Support Assistant to join Swallowdale Primary School on a fixed term basis until August 2025. The successful candidate would be required to work Monday – Friday, working 8:30am – 3:30pm each day. The Learning Support Assistant is responsible for providing support to our pupils and teachers across the school to provide a high-quality provision. We are looking for someone with great initiative; who is a team player and who has a good understanding of or willingness to learn about child development and supporting SEND/SEMH needs. The successful candidate will need to be flexible and understand that the year group or child they are allocated to work with may change due to the needs of the school. This role is a rewarding one with a successful candidate having the opportunity to work as part of a well established team in a school where inclusion is at the heart. The successful candidate will have ongoing support in their role to learn and develop strategies for supporting children with SEND/SEMH needs.
The ideal candidate will have: • NVQ Level 2 or equivalent • Experience of supporting teaching and learning in an educational setting • Experience of supporting SEN in an educational setting is desirable • Strategies to support children with additional needs and an understanding of the whole child • Good literacy and numeracy skills In return we offer: • Opportunity to work within a supportive team • Opportunities for career development with access to apprenticeship and training schemes • Generous annual leave entitlements • Access to the generous Local Government Pension Scheme (24% contribution by the employer) • Employee Support Service (counselling) for employees and close family members (24/7 support) • Employee Discount and Benefit Scheme • Opportunity for an annual flu vaccination
Applications If you would like to discuss this post or arrange a visit to the school please contact the Headteacher, Samantha Harries, prior to applying.
To apply for this position: 1. Visit our careers website and search for the vacancy 2. Apply using the online application form 3. Submit a supporting statement outlining the reasons why you are applying and your suitability for the position
Application Closing Date: 9am, Monday 25th November 2024 Provisional Interview Date: Friday 29th November 2024 We look forward to receiving your application!
SAFEGUARDING… Bradgate Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are therefore expected to be-have in such a way that supports this commitment. As part of the Trust’s shortlisting process, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence. Appointment to this post will also be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. WE ARE ALL UNIQUE… At our Trust inclusion means everyone is welcome. Everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We value individuality and uniqueness and aim to create a sense of belonging. We want an inclusive workplace that helps build the success of our pupils and reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

Position: Learning Support Assistant (LSA) in EYFS/Preschool
Required from: As soon as possible
Contract Type: Permanent, 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time + INSET)
Salary: Grade 5, Point 7 – 8, £18,334 - £18,635 (£24,408 - £24,795 FTE)
An exciting opportunity for an LSA to join our wonderful school in our recently refurbished mixed preschool /EYFS Foundation Hub. The role will also provide lunchtime supervision. Croft CofE Primary School is a small school in a strong and supportive community.
We are looking for individuals who:
• Are experienced in providing support for children aged 2-5 including with special education needs;
• Are qualified to a minimum of NVQ 2 in supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent;
• Are passionate about supporting pupil learning and development and dedicated to forming and building relationships;
• Are a strong team player who is able to inspire and motivate pupils, working effectively with the teacher;
• Are committed to the vision of the school;
• have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and is highly motivated.
In return we can offer:
• Wonderful children who love to learn;
• A supportive and dedicated staff team;
• Working within a progressive and forward-thinking MAT.
Closing date for applications: Friday 22nd November 2024 (midnight)
Interviews to be held: Thursday 28th November 2024
References will be requested for all shortlisted applicants before interview.
Applications will only be accepted on the application form and CVs or other forms of application will not be considered.
The post is considered to be regulated activity and as such subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check. Additionally, applicants are to be aware that an overseas criminal record check, or certificate of good behaviour, will be required before appointment, from candidates who have lived overseas for a period of 3 months (including aggregated time), aged 16 or over in the previous 10 years.

A client within the public sector based in the East Midlands is currently recruiting for a Repairs Team Leader to join their team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full time, contract position with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority environment.

The Role

Key purpose of the role is to carry out repair inspections of residential properties with experience of working on disrepair cases and understand the Pre-Action Protocol for Housing Conditions Claims.

Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• facilitate and supervise housing repairs and void maintenance services.
• identify, develop and implement new business opportunities within repairs and maintenance.
• effectively lead, develop and motivate the repairs and maintenance teams (operatives), monitor and report on the delivery of the Responsive Repairs and Void Maintenance services, ensuring they meet time, cost, quality targets and the needs of residents.
• ensure all employees within the section including trade and manual employees are effectively managed, have a clear focus on quality and customer service delivery and are motivated and empowered to achieve objectives.
• provide equality in service delivery and lead on all aspects of repairs and maintenance for the Council, including management of the in-house repairs service, external material suppliers and sub-contractors.

The Candidate

To be considered for this role you will require to have an HNC/ONC in Building studies/Construction Management or equivalent level. You will also require a valid driving license as well as access to your own vehicle.

It will be essential to be in experiences in the below:

• Proven supervisory experience in the delivery of a high quality in-house (DLO) repairs and maintenance
• Experience of planned maintenance and asset management contracts
• Management experience in a construction related environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of the legal and statutory framework relating to repairs and maintenance services.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of the legal and statutory framework relating to employment, local government and repairs and maintenance services.

The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering £25 p/h Umbrella Ltd. (approx. £20 p/h PAYE)

How to Apply

If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to amy.dhawan@servicecare.org.uk or call Amy at Service Care Construction on 01772 208967 to discuss the vacancy in more detail.

Also, if this role is not of interest to you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as we cover all construction-related vacancies across the region.

Referral Bonus

If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.

Support Worker Leicester - £11.45 per hour

Typical Shifts are: 7.30am to 2.30pm pm - 2.30pm to 9.30pm

Join Voyage Care and Feel Valued, we reward your dedication with:
Enhanced evening and weekend pay at an additional 50p per hour (Ts & Cs apply)
Premium overtime rates at an additional £1 per hour (Ts & Cs apply)
Wagestream giving you the flexibility to draw upon up to 40% of your pay, as it is earned.
Funded Blue Light Card hundreds of discounts at high street retailers etc.
24/7/365 doctor line for our colleagues and their families
Access to cash plans for our colleagues, which also covers their families
Enhanced retirement leave
Long service awards

We’re on the hunt for genuinely caring, hands-on Support Workers with a passion for enhancing the quality of life of the people we support. As a support worker with us you'll be helping people to gain more independence in their daily lives, whilst working within a dynamic team to support a fantastic group of people!

Our ABI (Acquired Brain Injury) service Willowbrook in Leicester is a welcoming and friendly environment and you can be sure that no two days will be the same! You’ll be enhancing the lives of the people we support by teaching them new life skills, assisting with personal care, encouraging them to access their local communities, socialising and doing lots of activities. One day you could be out with the people we support in local restaurants and attending appointments, the next you could be unwinding with them playing video games, watching films or going to the cinema.

This is an amazing role for someone who is looking to really make a difference to someone's life and to help them grow in confidence and independence so that they meet their goals, whether this be making dinner by themselves or going on holiday.

We’re interested in our Support Workers having both the right experience and the right values. This is why at this service our Support Workers should hold a full UK driving license, be resilient, flexible and composed in their approach, have experience with following Positive Behaviour Support plans and reflective practice as well as experience working with individuals with autism, acquired brain injury, complex individuals with mental health needs, and challenging behaviours.

Why choose us?

You don’t need to have experience to be a fantastic Support Worker, what you need is a passion for enhancing the quality of life for the people we support, a desire to learn and a genuine caring attitude.

We embrace people’s differences and encourage you to Be You, and so long as you’ve got the passion to make someone’s life better, we can give you all the skills and development opportunities you need to build a great career.

We encourage our staff to Grow Together through our excellent training programme, starting at induction and following you through your career, with opportunity for promotion and progression as well as job security in a sector leading organisation.

We have a fantastic range of benefits for our staff and we offer sector leading career progression, so don't hesitate to apply today and make a real difference to the lives of the people we're supporting!

All applicants and subsequent job offers will be subject to satisfactory DBS checks and references.

Organisation: Leicestershire County Council

Work Location: County Hall, Glenfield, Leicester, LE3 8RL - although travel across the county will be required as part of the role

Recruitment Areas - Charnwood, North West Leicestershire & Melton, Wigston Oadby Mkt Harborough

Worker Category: Field Based Worker

Salary: £25,1888 - £25,590 per annum (pro rata for part-time)

Working Hours: Between 15 and 30 hours

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 31st December 2024

Interview Date(s): To be arranged

Are you a dedicated, flexible, reliable, and enthusiastic care professional with a passion for supporting people within their own homes? If so, then a role within our Home Care Assessment and Reablement Team (HART) might be right up your street.

About the Role

The HART service helps people to return home from hospital or prevents them from being admitted, by supporting them to regain their independence. As a HART Support Worker in HART, you will provide short, intensive reablement support to people with disabilities and those who are frail and recovering from illness or injury, focusing on helping them to restore their optimum level of independence. You will be required to motivate them to help them build their confidence by identifying their goals and providing positive feedback about their progress and achievements.

The support you provide may include helping with daily living tasks such as washing, dressing/undressing, showering, bathing, meal preparation, domestic activities, and engaging in community activities. You will also be required to support with identifying suitable assistive technology equipment and demonstrating its safe use, as well as advising on strategies for managing fatigue and pain, and preventing falls.

You will be required to work shifts on a rota that operates between 7.00am and 10.00pm including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

A DBS enhanced check for a regulated activity is required for this post.

What we offer:

• Guaranteed contracted hours (between 15 and 30 hours per week and various geographical areas in Leicestershire).
• Rotas are organised well in advance; with alternate weekends off work.
• Mileage paid at 45p per mile.
• Opportunities to progress within a large public sector organisation.
• DBS check paid for by us.
• Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Access to staff wellbeing and counselling service.
• Access to an employee discount scheme, providing a whole host of retail discount including your supermarket weekly shop and gym membership!
• Work for an organisation which 95% of our staff say is a good employer.

About You

To apply for this post, you must:

• Hold a Level 2/3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (or other relevant equivalent qualification) or an equivalent level of relevant experience.
• Be committed to delivering high standards of care/support in an anti-discriminatory manner.
• Be able to work effectively on your own as well as part of a team.
• Have basic IT skills sufficient to write and maintain records.
• Be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and record relevant and accurate observations.
• Be able to work under pressure and to remain calm in crisis situations.
• Be willing to attend relevant job-related training as required.

We also expect you to share our commitment to our values and will ask you to evidence when you have demonstrated them as part of the selection process.

Interested in Flexible Working?

We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual’s personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below. This may include requests for term-time working, part-time hours, compressed hours, flexible start and finish times, home/remote working, etc.

Every role within the Council has a defined working style which determines where they can work. The worker category applicable to this post is detailed in the above advert. You can find out more about our worker categories in the Our Working Styles page on our career site.

For more information or an informal discussion, please contact:

Jane Wesson, Quality & Recruitment Manager

Telephone:0116 305 3218

Email: Jane.Wesson@leics.gov.uk

How to Apply

Leicestershire County Council is an inclusive organisation which is on a journey to embed and celebrate equality, diversity and inclusion at every level. We warmly welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, as having a diverse workforce with different perspectives and ideas is fundamental to our values and enriches the services we offer our communities. We particularly welcome applicants from Ethnically Diverse and LGBTQ+ communities and people with disabilities to create a balanced workforce and one that reflects the communities we serve. Applicants with a disability who meet the criteria listed in the 'About You' section above will be offered an interview under the Disability Confident Employer Scheme.

To apply for this job, please click on 'Apply Now'. You will need to upload a supporting statement as part of your application which explains how you meet the criteria listed in the 'About You' section above. For more information, see the How to Apply section on our career site.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Employee Service Centre: https://emss.freshdesk.com/support/home.

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