Total 431 Customer Service job vacancies in Bushey, Hertfordshire

Your new company
My client is seeking a dynamic and proactive individual with a can - do attitude to join their team as a customer service administrator.

The primary goal of this role is to ensure the continuity of customer care and support for the organisation's customer and client base. You will be assisting the service team and manager with overseeing administrative support, engineering staff and other business areas to maintain high standards of customer care.

Your new role
Schedule engineers effectively and timely
First line of communication for all customers, ensuring customer support levels meet agreed contract standards
Escalate customer complaints as needed
Log reactive calls and coordinate engineer's jobs daily
Monitor engineer attendance
Ensure all calls are handled quickly and efficiently


What you'll need to succeed
Scheduling / Planning experience is desirable or experience within a similar role.
Experience working in customer care / Helpdesk
Experience working with MS Office packages
Experience of handling purchase orders
Ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure
Strong communication and written skills
Good numerical skills
Ability to work as part of a team

What you'll get in return
Free parking on-site
Annual bonus
20 days holiday plus BH - Holiday increases with years of service
Staff lunches on a Friday

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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Our client based in Hertfordshire is currently recruiting for a Structural Engineer to join their team as soon as possible.

This is a full time, permanent role offering hybrid working from their office in Hertfordshire, the ideal candidate must have 3+ years working on residential projects.

The purpose of the role is to be responsible for the successful technical and commercial execution of project work, including managing personnel and resources. Senior Engineers will be technically competent and be good communicators, able to develop relationships with clients and fellow professionals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Undertaking more complex analysis and design calculations
• Provide guidance to other engineers and technicians
• Checking work of other engineers and technicians
• Understanding and implementing business management systems
• Assistance with the preparation of fee bids
• Management of projects including invoicing
• Assisting with training and appraisal of technical staff
• Assisting with management of staff

Requirements:

• A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, or alternative equivalent practical experience
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer, Member of IStructE, ICE or other relevant institution
• Knowledge of relevant discipline and applicable standards
• Proven ability in engineering design & reporting
• Commercially aware

If interested, our client is looking to move quickly and are therefore offering between £44,000 - £58,000 per annum for the role. If you would like more information, please feel free to get in touch on 01772208967 or via email at james.glover@servicecare.org.uk

We are currently working with a fantastic client, looking for agents to support their customers with a wide range of different enquiries via webchat.

This is a fixed term contract until the end of April 2025

Pay Rate - £12.31 per hour

Role is on site at the office in Watford

Ideal candidates will have a passion for customer service and excellent communication skills. It is a fast-paced environment where you will be expected to respond to up to 3 live chats whilst navigating multiple computer systems at once.

Excellent spelling, grammar and typing speed are needed, however you don't need to have experience in this type of environment, just have a strong desire to provide a consistent outstanding service whilst dealing with customers.

Full training will be provided.

37.5 hours per week on a shift rota basis between the hours of 8 am and 8pm, Monday to Sunday.


Please note acceptance onto the role is subject to a clear DBS and Credit Check.

Please apply with your most up-to-date CV, ensuring any gaps in employment during the last 3 years are accounted for.

If suitable, a member of the team will contact you for a short telephone screening, computer skills test and then look to invite you to a face to face interview with the hiring manager.

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Job Opportunity: Residential Support Worker
Location: Hatfield
Salary: £11.50 - £13 per hour (depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time, includes 24-hour shift pattern, weekends, and bank holidays

Are you passionate about supporting families and making a positive difference? We are seeking a compassionate Residential Support Worker for a residential service dedicated to supporting young children. This role focuses on providing a safe, supportive, and structured environment to help families reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with team members and external professionals to guide young people towards their placement goals.
• Record and monitor progress, supporting young people with practical life skills.
• Encourage positive behaviours and maintain a safe environment.
• Provide transportation for appointments.
• Maintain professional boundaries while promoting constructive relationships within the service.

Ideal Candidate:

• Skills: Strong communication, resilience, flexibility, and ability to work both independently and in a team.
• Qualifications: Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (or willingness to work toward this).
• Experience: Prior experience with vulnerable children/young people.
• Availability: Must be willing to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Driving Licence: Essential (business insurance on vehicle required).

If you're a motivated team player with a passion for supporting young people, apply today to join a rewarding environment that values compassion and growth!

Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of "Wonderful Hospitality. Always." by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that's synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

With its fragrant walled gardens, stately Jacobean country house & 200 acres of Hertfordshire parkland, the historic Hanbury Manor Marriott Hotel & Country Club makes a lasting impression. Marriott International the world's largest hotel company with more than 500 global locations and 600,000 associates worldwide is redefining the art of hosting so that our guests can travel brilliantly. Combining old school, classic elegance and impressive grandeur with a contemporary, holistic approach, Hanbury Manor Marriott delivers premium choices, sophisticated style, and well-crafted experiences for the discerning.

Explore our very big world.

We are looking for a passionate Food & Beverage Service Expert to join our wonderful team at Hanbury Manor.

You deserve a career that fulfills your purpose. You deserve to dream without limits. Be a part of something bigger than yourself, join a team where everyone has a voice. Be inspired by what's possible and discover your own future. Begin your purpose, belong to a global community, and become the best version of you. At Marriott...Be you.

The impact you'll make.

Breakfast, lunch or dinner, the best meals aren't just made by our brilliant chefs. They're made even more memorable by the great service our guests enjoy. As one of our Food & Beverage Service Experts you'll make sure you know every dish on the menu, so you can make recommendations and answer any questions customers may have. You'll make sure their food and drinks are served quickly, efficiently and with a smile - and if there are any issues, you'll deal with them right away. Thanks to you, our guests will feel well-fed, happy and wanting to come back for more.

What you'll do

Our jobs aren't just about putting food on the table that our guests will enjoy until they ask for their bill. Instead, we want to build an experience that is memorable and unique - with food and drinks on the side. Our Guest Service Experts take the initiative and deliver a wide range of services to make sure that guests enjoy their meal. Whether setting tables, communicating with the kitchen, interacting and serving guests, or cleaning work areas and supplies, the Guest Service Expert makes transactions feel like part of the experience.

No matter what position you are in, there are a few things that are critical to success - creating a safe workplace, following company policies and procedures, upholding quality standards, and ensuring your uniform, personal appearance, and communications are professional. Guest Service Experts will be on their feet and moving around, managing the menu, and taking a hands-on approach to work. Doing all these things well (and other reasonable job duties as requested) is critical for Guest Service Experts - to get it right for our guests and our business each and every time.

Perks you deserve.

You'll be supported in and out of the workplace through:

• Learning and development opportunities
• Recognition programs
• Wellbeing programs
• Encouraging management
• Team-spirited colleagues
• Meals at work
• Uniform

Come and join us today, and become part of the Marriott family.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of "Wonderful Hospitality. Always." by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that's synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of "Wonderful Hospitality. Always." by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that's synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

With its fragrant walled gardens, stately Jacobean country house & 200 acres of Hertfordshire parkland, the historic Hanbury Manor Marriott Hotel & Country Club makes a lasting impression. Marriott International the world's largest hotel company with more than 500 global locations and 600,000 associates worldwide is redefining the art of hosting so that our guests can travel brilliantly. Combining old school, classic elegance and impressive grandeur with a contemporary, holistic approach, Hanbury Manor Marriott delivers premium choices, sophisticated style, and well-crafted experiences for the discerning.

Explore our very big world.

We are looking for a passionate Food & Beverage Service Expert to join our wonderful team at Hanbury Manor.

You deserve a career that fulfills your purpose. You deserve to dream without limits. Be a part of something bigger than yourself, join a team where everyone has a voice. Be inspired by what's possible and discover your own future. Begin your purpose, belong to a global community, and become the best version of you. At Marriott...Be you.

The impact you'll make.

Breakfast, lunch or dinner, the best meals aren't just made by our brilliant chefs. They're made even more memorable by the great service our guests enjoy. As one of our Food & Beverage Service Experts you'll make sure you know every dish on the menu, so you can make recommendations and answer any questions customers may have. You'll make sure their food and drinks are served quickly, efficiently and with a smile - and if there are any issues, you'll deal with them right away. Thanks to you, our guests will feel well-fed, happy and wanting to come back for more.

What you'll do

Our jobs aren't just about putting food on the table that our guests will enjoy until they ask for their bill. Instead, we want to build an experience that is memorable and unique - with food and drinks on the side. Our Guest Service Experts take the initiative and deliver a wide range of services to make sure that guests enjoy their meal. Whether setting tables, communicating with the kitchen, interacting and serving guests, or cleaning work areas and supplies, the Guest Service Expert makes transactions feel like part of the experience.

No matter what position you are in, there are a few things that are critical to success - creating a safe workplace, following company policies and procedures, upholding quality standards, and ensuring your uniform, personal appearance, and communications are professional. Guest Service Experts will be on their feet and moving around, managing the menu, and taking a hands-on approach to work. Doing all these things well (and other reasonable job duties as requested) is critical for Guest Service Experts - to get it right for our guests and our business each and every time.

Perks you deserve.

You'll be supported in and out of the workplace through:

• Discounts on hotel rooms, gift shop items, food and beverage
• Learning and development opportunities
• Recognition programs
• Wellbeing programs
• Encouraging management
• Team-spirited colleagues
• Meals at work
• Uniform
• 20 days holiday increasing with service plus bank holidays.
• Free gym access

Come and join us today, and become part of the Marriott family.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of "Wonderful Hospitality. Always." by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that's synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of "Wonderful Hospitality. Always." by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that's synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

With its fragrant walled gardens, stately Jacobean country house & 200 acres of Hertfordshire parkland, the historic Hanbury Manor Marriott Hotel & Country Club makes a lasting impression. Marriott International the world's largest hotel company with more than 500 global locations and 600,000 associates worldwide is redefining the art of hosting so that our guests can travel brilliantly. Combining old school, classic elegance and impressive grandeur with a contemporary, holistic approach, Hanbury Manor Marriott delivers premium choices, sophisticated style, and well-crafted experiences for the discerning.

POSITION SUMMARY

Serves as the property Manager on Duty and oversees all property operations during the overnight shift. Ensures that the highest levels of hospitality and service are provided during the overnight shift. Represents property management in resolving any guest or property related situation. Personally assisting in resolving any issues and completing tasks.

* High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping, or related professional area.

OR

* 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 2 years experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping, or related professional area.

Monitoring Property Operations

* Monitors and ensures compliance with all Guidelines to Operations.

* Ensures all employees are in proper uniform and are properly groomed (grooming standards in employee handbook).

* Ensures employees are working in a safe environment.

* Manages all period-end inventories.

Supporting Profitability and Revenue Goals

* Reviews financial statements, sales and activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity and goal achievement and to determine areas needing cost reduction and program improvement.

* Assists in the response and resolution of all guest issues received directly from guests or from Guest Relations.

* Assists accounts receivable clerk in all aspects of job and in keeping all invoices due below 60 days.

* Monitors that the supervisor is researching/processing all chargebacks and rebates on a timely basis.

* Administers plans and actions to keep chargebacks and rebates to a minimum.

* Ensures all employees are adhering to proper cash handling procedures and monitors overage/shortages.

* Manages employee hours.

* Works with the leadership team of the property to identify and implement action plans to prevent the reoccurrence of guest issues.

Supporting Human Resources Activities

* Promotes participation in property safety-related programs.

* Monitors employee attendance and records absences/tardiness.

* Promotes teamwork and employee morale.

* Keeps employees informed regarding new operational procedures, standards, or programs.

* Assists supervisors in handling employee performance issues (e.g., performance reviews, counseling, and recommendations).

* Ensures all employees have complete knowledge of emergency procedures.

* Encourages employee relations through gifts, parties, outings.

* Creates incentives that will promote better service and profit for the property.

* Assists operations manager in processing employee payroll weekly.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of "Wonderful Hospitality. Always." by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that's synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

With its fragrant walled gardens, stately Jacobean country house & 200 acres of Hertfordshire parkland, the historic Hanbury Manor Marriott Hotel & Country Club makes a lasting impression. Marriott International the world's largest hotel company with more than 500 global locations and 600,000 associates worldwide is redefining the art of hosting so that our guests can travel brilliantly. Combining old school, classic elegance and impressive grandeur with a contemporary, holistic approach, Hanbury Manor Marriott delivers premium choices, sophisticated style, and well-crafted experiences for the discerning.

Explore our very big world.

We are looking for a passionate Guest Experience Expert to join our wonderful team at Hanbury Manor.

You deserve a career that fulfills your purpose. You deserve to dream without limits. Be a part of something bigger than yourself, join a team where everyone has a voice. Be inspired by what's possible and discover your own future. Begin your purpose, belong to a global community, and become the best version of you. At Marriott...Be you.

The impact you'll make.

First impressions are everything. And you'll set the tone for every guest's stay. With a genuinely warm welcome, you'll be ready with answers to any questions and happy to offer information about hotel services, facilities, and the local area. Anything to help make their visit that bit more special. And, creating the smoothest check-out experience, you'll make sure they leave us happy too.

What you'll do

Our jobs aren't just about giving guests a smooth check-in and check-out. Instead, we want to build an experience that is memorable and unique. Our Guest Experience Experts take the initiative to deliver a wide range of services that guide guests through their entire stay.

They are empowered to move about their space and do what needs to be done. Whether processing operational needs, addressing guest requests, completing reports, or sharing the highlights of the local area, the Guest Experience Expert makes transactions feel like part of the experience.

No matter what position you are in, there are a few things that are critical to success - creating a safe workplace, following company policies and procedures, maintaining confidentiality, protecting company assets, upholding quality standards, and ensuring your uniform, personal appearance, and communications are professional. Doing all these things well (and other reasonable job duties as requested) is critical for Guest Experience Experts - to get it right for our guests and our business each and every time.

Key duties include:

• Process guest check-ins, assigning rooms and activating room keys.
• Co-ordinate with Housekeeping to track readiness of rooms for check-in and report any guest concerns.
• Answer, respond to and process all guest calls, messages, questions or concerns.
• Give guests information and directions regarding property and local areas of interest.
• Process check-outs and resolving any disputed charges.
• Process payments and room charges, as well as cashing guests' personal and traveller's cheques
• Confirm reservations and cancellations, running daily reports on the number of arrivals and departures.

What we're looking for

• A warm, people-oriented demeanour
• A team-first attitude
• Positive outlook and outgoing personality
• Flexibility, problem-solving skills, and multi-tasking ability
• The ability to stand, sit or walk for extended periods of time across a work shift.

Perks you deserve.

You'll be supported in and out of the workplace through:

• Discounts on hotel rooms, gift shop items, food and beverage
• Learning and development opportunities
• Recognition programs
• Wellbeing programs
• Encouraging management
• Team-spirited colleagues

Come and join us today, and become part of the Marriott family.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of "Wonderful Hospitality. Always." by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that's synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Job Description




We currently have a great opportunity with a Housing organisation for a Complaints Resolutions Assistant role on a full-time fixed-term contract basis for 3-6 months. This is an office-based role located in Hertfordshire, requiring the successful candidate to work 5 days a week in the office.




Job Title: Complaints Resolutions Assistant

Salary: £25,300-£30,000 per annum

Contract: Fixed-Term Contract (3-6 months)

Working Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Hertfordshire (Office-based - 5 days a week)




Responsibilities of Complaints Resolutions Assistant:




- Deliver exceptional customer service across the Operations Directorate, championing customer care and serving as a customer ambassador.

- Maintain proactive communication with customers about service failures, communal defects, and rectification timelines through various channels (phone, email, social media, etc.).

- Log and monitor all feedback in the housing management system, ensuring complaints are handled within the timelines outlined in policies and procedures.

- Promote online tenancy services to customers and respond to queries regarding improvement works, adaptations, repairs, and other housing-related requests.

- Address complex issues related to dampness, adaptations, and repairs, keeping customers informed throughout the process.

- Collaborate with planners to arrange repair works, raise work orders, and work with the Gateway Membership Team to enhance service delivery.

- Conduct resident profiling surveys to maintain up-to-date data.

- Provide administrative support to the Operations team as needed.




Requirements for Complaints Resolutions Assistant:




Essential:

- Full Driver's License and access to a car.

- Basic DBS check.

- Experience in a customer-focused environment, with a strong record of providing quality customer care.

- Proven ability to manage complaints effectively, achieving positive resolutions.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent interpersonal abilities.

- Ability to work under pressure, balance customer needs with legal requirements, and maintain a professional approach at all times.

- Proficiency in IT systems, particularly Word and Excel.

- Ability to manage and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and handle conflicting demands.

- Flexibility to work outside standard office hours if needed.




Desirable:

- NVQ in Customer Care.

- Experience in social housing.

- Basic knowledge of housing issues, including disrepair, gas access, dampness, and adaptations.







If you believe you are the right candidate for this role, please reply with your updated CV.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Job Title: Residential Family Support Worker
Location: Sawbridgeworth
Salary: £11.50 - £13.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time (40 hours per week)
Shift Pattern: 12-hour shifts, including weekends and bank holidays

Our client, an independent Family Assessment Centre, is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Residential Family Support Worker to join their team. This role involves providing vital support, care, and guidance to families undergoing specialist parenting assessments for local authorities and the courts. You will play a key role in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of families, while contributing to detailed monitoring and recording throughout the assessment process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with team members and external professionals (social workers, legal services, education, and health) to support families in reaching their goals as outlined in their placement plans.
• Promote essential life skills and positive behaviours in parents through monitoring, recording, and observing parental interactions.
• Provide feedback to the Lead Assessment Social Worker and other team members to inform future care plans.
• Safeguard children within the centre and maintain professional boundaries when promoting healthy relationships between parents.
• Support parents in attending appointments and completing parenting sessions.
• Facilitate contact between parents, their children, and other family members.
• Keep up-to-date records of families' progress and contribute to team meetings and reports.
• Assist in daily centre operations, including domestic duties like cooking and cleaning as needed.

Requirements:

• Resilient, motivated, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Calm, non-judgmental, and flexible in approach.
• IT literate and able to follow instructions.
• Experience: At least 1 year of experience in family support or a similar role is required.
• Licence: Business insurance on your car is essential, as there will be a need to transport families to appointments.
• DBS: A DBS check is preferred.
• Qualifications: A Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is desirable but not essential (training will be provided).

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking

How to Apply:
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable families and meet the above criteria, we encourage you to apply. Please ensure you can reliably commute to Sawbridgeworth or are willing to relocate before starting.

We're looking for two kind, compassionate and resilient Support Workers to join our Learning Disabilities service in Hertfordshire.

£24,960.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week. Benefits include 25 days Annual Leave, pension schemes, staff discounts, healthcare and career progression.

Want to feel like you're part of one team? You'll feel at home here.

Oakview is a supported living project for 10 customers with mild to moderate learning disabilities. It provides a 24/7 support service, with an emphasis on choice and control for customers, enabling them to achieve greater independence, improved quality of life and integration into the wider community. Support Workers will provide support to customers to help them develop the life skills they require to meet the assessed needs of the customers of the service. This includes providing personal care, domestic duties, emotional and social support in a person centred way. Staff will work with customers to promote social inclusion and alongside other members of the team to promote independent living, encouraging customers to maximise their skills and choices.

The service is staffed 24/7 and all staff is required to cover at least one sleep in a week.

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

What you'll do:

- If a need arises, deliver all aspects of support to enable a customer to develop independent living skills as appropriate to the individual needs of the customer. In some services, this will include delivering personal and physical care as appropriate
- Support customers to undertake all domestic tasks wherever possible, including practical assistance where they have not yet developed the skills, to ensure customers enjoy a high quality of accommodation
- Participate in the support planning and risk management, as facilitated by the lead Support Worker
- Carry out security duties to ensure the safety of the customers and premises
- Monitor the CCTV throughout the shift
- Enable customers to make full use of community facilities by providing support as directed
- Carry out support duties to enable customers to integrate into the community including e.g. accompanying the customer to attend benefit agency appointments and meetings, go shopping, to enquire at colleges about possible courses, to visit various public amenities
- Report any observations relating to customers welfare
- Adhere to all the policies and procedures of Look Ahead Care, Support & Housing plus those specific to the project including any statutory requirements
- Ensure Look Ahead Health and Safety policies and local protocols are adhered to at all times

For the full list please see our website.

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

About you:

- Exudes a warm friendly presence and open behaviour
- Prefers working as part of a group or team
- Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement
- Flexible
- Open to feedback and self development
- Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organised
- Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments
- Is confident with high levels of self-esteem
- Is respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication
- Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can do attitude
- Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement
- Ability to cope positively with challenging and diverse behaviour

What you'll bring:

Essential:

- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent or experience within charity/social care sector

Desirable:

- Experience in working with people with Learning Disabilities and Autism

About us:

Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 120 services, providing support to around 6000 customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness, young people and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.
We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:
* We focus on Excellence and innovation.
* We are Caring and Compassionate.
* We are Inclusive and Trusted.
* We work in Partnership and are One-Team.
Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

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