Total 672 job vacancies in Huddersfield, HD2

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Reserves Officer - West

35 hours per week

£27,021 - £30,060 per annum



Yorkshire Wildlife Trust is one of the UK’s fastest growing nature conservation organisations and seeks to appoint a Reserves
Officer.



We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic person to join our small Nature Reserves team. You will work with other reserves
staff, volunteers and contractors to maintain and improve our portfolio of 24 reserves across West Yorkshire, managing them to the
highest standard for both wildlife and people.



You will plan, agree and deliver annual work programmes for reserves in the region in addition to running reserves day to day
through practical delivery of works, volunteer task management, management planning, monitoring and partnership working with other
stakeholders. Work will also include overseeing agri-environment scheme agreements, plus exploring other fundraising
opportunities. Inspiration and engagement with site users and local communities will be important.



You will be an organised, conscientious and adaptable individual, who will bring your existing skills and experience to the team
to join our busy programme of works. Passionate about nature’s recovery, you’ll have a strong background in environmental
management. You will understand that sound health and safety practices underpin all that we do.



How to apply:



Please submit an up-to-date CV and supporting statement. When writing your supporting statement, please refer to the person
specification within the job description, and ensure you describe your relevant knowledge, skills and experience relevant to the
role. Ideally, your CV and supporting statement should be in an editable format, such as Word, so we can anonymise your documents
prior to the short-listing process. Please DO NOT include any personal details (name, address etc) on your supporting statement.


Closing date: 18th November 2024 at 12pm



Interview date: 29th November 2024


Please note that applications received after the closing deadline may not be considered. The Trust regrets that it is unable to
give feedback on unsuccessful applications.


We are committed to creating a Movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. We value
diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone is able to be themselves and to reach their full
potential. We want our people to flourish, just like nature.

Sewing Machinists, Sewing machinists are required to work for a leading manufacturer based in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire on their 2-10 shift.

You will have industrial sewing experience with a strong eye for detail. If you have worked in the fashion or textile industry this role will be ideal for you. You will be using flatbed and overlock sewing machines.

1400 to 2200 Monday to Friday.

**BONUS Paid**
**OVERTIME AVAILABLE**

This role will lead to a permanent position.

A skills test will form a part of the interview.

Apply today ** Immediate Starts **

Skills:

Sewing
Sewing machinist
Seamstress
Tailor
Flatbed
Overlock

Keywords:

Sewing
Sewing machinist
Seamstress
Tailor
Flatbed
Overlock Contact Information: - Name: David Hansley - Country: United Kingdom - Email: VP81A1291F.1207@vacancyposter.com - Phone: 01924 298 882

Salary: £41,940 OTE (£36k Basic + £2,400 pa Bonus OTE + Overtime)Weekly Hours: 42.5 /week MON-FRI 08:00-17:30 + 1 in 3 SATs 8:00-12:00 (Paid at time and half)About us:We are the UK's leading vehicle rental specialists that you may not have heard of. Our branches cover the UK, Ireland and Spain, our workshops maintain and repair our own fleet. Within the UK we operate circa 49,000 Vans and 19,000 Cars so there is a good variety of vehicles to work on. About you:As a Mechanic you are responsible for the maintenance and repair of our vehicles to ensure they are safe and legally compliant for our customers to hire. If you are Level 2 Qualified Mechanic with at least 3 years employment as a Vehicle Technician, Service Technician, MOT Tester, Automotive Mechanic or fully qualified Level 3 Diagnostic Technician, we would love to hear from you.About our training:We have our own internal IMI accredited training department, where we can upskill you on: Diagnostics (DS / Texa / Star / Diag Box) Hybrid & EV vehicle repair, Tail lifts, braking systems, and electrics etc:For those trained to Level 2, you can take a training needs analysis so we can build a personalised training program for you to increase your skillset.About your benefits:An excellent basic salary, but there is much more available at Northgate Vehicle Hire than that. Some of our most popular benefits include (but are not limited to) …Fantastic bonus scheme (Up to 8% of Salary) (not time saved)Regular enhanced overtime, paid at time and a half (subject to business needs)24 days annual leave rising to 26 with service (+ bank holidays) and an extra day's holiday to celebrate your birthday.Free life assuranceWell-being services (incl. Colleague Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan & Travel Insurance).Exclusive colleague vehicle-leasing schemesPension & save-as-you-earn share scheme.Our Benefits App offers unlimited access to a vast range of retailer discounts and cashback deals (incl. Tesco, Asda, Curry's, and B&Q & Wickes, to name just a few)We're excited to have recently launched Wagestream for all our colleagues - a Financial Wellbeing app that gives you more control over your pay. Not only does it let you choose when to get paid it also lets you put money aside each month and in addition you can get discounts on your shopping, check what benefits you're eligible for and can even put you in touch with a financial coach!With over 60 branches nationwide, Northgate Vehicle Hire are the UK’s go-to provider of light commercial vehicle rental solutions, partnering with some of the country’s most well-known organisations. We have gained a reputation for being at the forefront of the LCV sector and for helping our customers when they need us most.And we’re also part of something bigger – ZIGUP, a leading provider of integrated mobility solutions, supporting customers across the UK, Ireland, and Spain. Few other companies can match the support, development opportunities and long-term security we offer. Unlock your potential in an industry-leading business, surrounded by inspiring individuals and leaders, fuelled by the opportunity to thrive in your career.We are agile. We are experts. We are imaginative. We are reliable.Keep your career moving, smarter.INDNVH

Salary: £41,940 OTE (£36k Basic + £2,400 pa Bonus OTE + Overtime)Weekly Hours: 42.5 /week MON-FRI 08:00-17:30 + 1 in 3 SATs 8:00-12:00 (Paid at time and half)About us:We are the UK's leading vehicle rental specialists that you may not have heard of. Our branches cover the UK, Ireland and Spain, our workshops maintain and repair our own fleet. Within the UK we operate circa 49,000 Vans and 19,000 Cars so there is a good variety of vehicles to work on. About you:As a Vehicle Technician you are responsible for the maintenance and repair of our vehicles to ensure they are safe and legally compliant for our customers to hire. If you are Level 2 Qualified Technician with at least 3 years employment as a Vehicle Technician, Service Technician, MOT Tester, Automotive Mechanic or fully qualified Level 3 Diagnostic Technician, we would love to hear from you.About our training:We have our own internal IMI accredited training department, where we can upskill you on: Diagnostics (DS / Texa / Star / Diag Box) Hybrid & EV vehicle repair, Tail lifts, braking systems, and electrics etc:For those trained to Level 2, you can take a training needs analysis so we can build a personalised training program for you to increase your skillset.About your benefits:An excellent basic salary, but there is much more available at Northgate Vehicle Hire than that. Some of our most popular benefits include (but are not limited to) …Fantastic bonus scheme (Up to 8% of Salary) (not time saved)Regular enhanced overtime, paid at time and a half (subject to business needs)24 days annual leave rising to 26 with service (+ bank holidays) and an extra day's holiday to celebrate your birthday.Free life assuranceWell-being services (incl. Colleague Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan & Travel Insurance).Exclusive colleague vehicle-leasing schemesPension & save-as-you-earn share scheme.Our Benefits App offers unlimited access to a vast range of retailer discounts and cashback deals (incl. Tesco, Asda, Curry's, and B&Q & Wickes, to name just a few)We're excited to have recently launched Wagestream for all our colleagues - a Financial Wellbeing app that gives you more control over your pay. Not only does it let you choose when to get paid it also lets you put money aside each month and in addition you can get discounts on your shopping, check what benefits you're eligible for and can even put you in touch with a financial coach!With over 60 branches nationwide, Northgate Vehicle Hire are the UK’s go-to provider of light commercial vehicle rental solutions, partnering with some of the country’s most well-known organisations. We have gained a reputation for being at the forefront of the LCV sector and for helping our customers when they need us most.And we’re also part of something bigger – ZIGUP, a leading provider of integrated mobility solutions, supporting customers across the UK, Ireland, and Spain. Few other companies can match the support, development opportunities and long-term security we offer. Unlock your potential in an industry-leading business, surrounded by inspiring individuals and leaders, fuelled by the opportunity to thrive in your career.We are agile. We are experts. We are imaginative. We are reliable.Keep your career moving, smarter.INDNVH

Manpower have an existing vacancy for a C+E (Class 1) ADR Driver to work days for one of our national clients in Port Clarence. The role is Trunking work depot to depot and loading out of the local refineries.
I am recruiting for 1 Day and 1 Back Shift

All tanker work

Pay
£17.00 per hour - Guaranteed 42.5 hours per week
£25.50 per hour after 42.5 hours per week and time and a half at weekends.
Rates are PAYE including 28 days holiday per year.

Shifts
4 on 2 off shift pattern starting between 4am and 6am for days and 4pm and 6pm for lates

Perks
Free onsite parking, comprehensive training, PPE provided

Requirements
ADR - class 2 in tanks
Valid C+E driving licence with 2 years truck / HGV experience
Digi Card, DCPC card
Successful candidates require a DBS check

Details
The roles are due to start in mid November and will run until around April 2025 (weather dependant) initially and will then be reviewed.
For insurance purposes you should have no more than 6 points on your licence, and no DD or DR convictions in the last year.

Interested? click apply!

Car Sales Executive Vacancy - Huddersfield
Ref: OC19052
Salary: £25,000 Basic plus commission OTE £40K+

Hours Monday to Saturday, Day off during the week, No Sundays, Every 3rd Saturday off

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Car Sales Executive for our clients main dealer site. This opportunity is with a well-established site selling a strong brand with a good opportunity to earn.

Sales Executive Role:
You will be tasked with dealing with customers to secure the right car & finance package for the. Dealing with the customer in a professional and honest manner you will find their requirements, discuss what vehicles you have and run through all options available. A good Car Sales Executive will be someone who can work in a professional manner giving confidence to the customer and presenting the company in the right way.

Company:
A large dealer group that offers Sales Executive's an excellent working environment, ongoing training, promotion opportunities and a variety of benefits

Requirements:
- At least 1 year experience as a Car Sales Executive or Light Commercial Van Sales Executive - preferable from a main car/van dealership background however we will consider someone from an independent garage looking for the next step
- Full UK driving licence

SubSection: INDSE

Jordan O'Connor - Jordan@octanerecruitment.co.uk

Octane Recruitment

Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive / Motor Trade recruitment agency. We deal with all aspects of the motor trade so if you have experienced then we will be keen to have a chat; everything from Car Dealerships, HGV companies, Fleet companies, manufacturers & independent sites.

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Joiner to join our team in Huddersfield.

You will be joining the installations team to cover installation of Kitchens including base units, wall units and work tops. Basic multi trade would be an advantage such as tiling.

You may also be involved with installation of composite doors and fire doors. You will be working in domestic properties covering new installations and refurbishments.

Working within void and tenanted homes you will be providing an excellent customer service and delivering a high standard of work.

This is a fantastic opportunity to secure sociable, full time hours Monday to Friday. You will be working a standard 37 hour week with potential to take overtime. An immediate start is available. The hourly pay rate for this role is £18.55 Ltd (PAYE equivalent £15.81 Inclusive of holiday).

You will need;

• NVQ or City and Guilds in Carpentry & Joinery
• Full UK Driving Licence & Own Transport

Please contact Lewis for more information on 01772 208 967 or email your CV to lewis.jackson@servicecare.org.uk

Our client has offices across Yorkshire. They have an opening in a large branch office close to Huddersfield.
You will be responsible for a mix of general commercial property work, including landlord and tenant, development and investment work. Suitable candidates will be 3 years pqe and over and be comfortable managing some work independently and assisting team members with bigger projects.
This role can be part time and there is some home working. It is likely you will be living in West Yorkshire.

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At Kirklees we want to be innovative and creative in the way we work to deliver our services to our communities. We know we have challenging times ahead, so we are always looking for better and smarter ways to work. You will be the Council wide professional lead for adult social work both within the Council and across multi-agency settings. You will ensure promotion of core social work values, strength and asset based approaches and will ensure the highest standards of practice by social workers by taking a professional lead across the organisation on the quality of adult social work practice. Ensuring people we work with remain central to everything we do, you will support and influence adult social work practice at operational and strategic level, relating the views of social workers to all levels of management; providing independent scrutiny of adult social work practice and standards; and ensuring that the views and experiences of adults, their families and carers (and practitioners), inform service planning and delivery. The role will include strategic advice and guidance to Senior Leadership, including the Executive Director of Adults and Health. Key areas of responsibility Reporting to the Head of Social Care Communities, you will have overall responsibility for championing professional adult social work practice and development within the organisation. You will act as a challenge and quality improvement agent to the system, in the role of critical friend providing quality assurance on adult social work practice, including observations of social care practice, safeguarding practice and DOLs work. You will practise and promote social work values and demonstrate a leadership style that fosters a culture of innovation in adult social work practice, providing for coherent local implementation of the national social work agenda for adults. You will lead and oversee excellent adult social work practice, through the development of quality assurance/audit mechanisms that improve social work practice. You will contribute to the development of the teaching partnerships, or their equivalents, with local higher education establishments and neighbouring local authorities. You will have strategic oversight of, and ensure that, professional support and supervision is available to senior social care staff in the Council and will have a lead role in ensuring there are adequate opportunities for peer support and the maintenance of professional identity for those social care specialists working in integrated teams such as mental health. You will establish and maintain effective systems for local social work practice governance, quality and outcomes to ensure the best outcomes for service users. Is the champion for professional social work practices within adults, leading on the development and review of policies and procedures relating to the delivery of social work. Bridges the gap between professional and managerial responsibility, to influence the delivery and development of social work practice. Takes a lead role in ensuring the framework for practice, quality, performance and use of resources is operationalised, using practice evidence, performance information and intelligence to identify and address performance/quality variation across teams. Maintains an overview of the effectiveness of adult social work practice and represents the views of practitioners to all levels of management and Elected members in Kirklees and to partner agencies. Leads on audit activities to ensure agreed objectives and targets are met. Develops and sustains continual quality improvement and best practice. Ensures adult social work employees are supported with regular guidance, mentoring and coaching to enhance the quality of practice. Ensures the Council is taking an active role in regional and national networks, including liaison with the Chief Social Worker, contributing to developments and sharing best practice.

At Kirklees we want to be innovative and creative in the way we work to deliver our services to our communities. We know we have challenging times ahead, so we are always looking for better and smarter ways to work. You will be the Council wide professional lead for adult social work both within the Council and across multi-agency settings. You will ensure promotion of core social work values, strength and asset based approaches and will ensure the highest standards of practice by social workers by taking a professional lead across the organisation on the quality of adult social work practice. Ensuring people we work with remain central to everything we do, you will support and influence adult social work practice at operational and strategic level, relating the views of social workers to all levels of management; providing independent scrutiny of adult social work practice and standards; and ensuring that the views and experiences of adults, their families and carers (and practitioners), inform service planning and delivery. The role will include strategic advice and guidance to Senior Leadership, including the Executive Director of Adults and Health. Key areas of responsibility Reporting to the Head of Social Care Communities, you will have overall responsibility for championing professional adult social work practice and development within the organisation. You will act as a challenge and quality improvement agent to the system, in the role of critical friend providing quality assurance on adult social work practice, including observations of social care practice, safeguarding practice and DOLs work. You will practise and promote social work values and demonstrate a leadership style that fosters a culture of innovation in adult social work practice, providing for coherent local implementation of the national social work agenda for adults. You will lead and oversee excellent adult social work practice, through the development of quality assurance/audit mechanisms that improve social work practice. You will contribute to the development of the teaching partnerships, or their equivalents, with local higher education establishments and neighbouring local authorities. You will have strategic oversight of, and ensure that, professional support and supervision is available to senior social care staff in the Council and will have a lead role in ensuring there are adequate opportunities for peer support and the maintenance of professional identity for those social care specialists working in integrated teams such as mental health. You will establish and maintain effective systems for local social work practice governance, quality and outcomes to ensure the best outcomes for service users. Is the champion for professional social work practices within adults, leading on the development and review of policies and procedures relating to the delivery of social work. Bridges the gap between professional and managerial responsibility, to influence the delivery and development of social work practice. Takes a lead role in ensuring the framework for practice, quality, performance and use of resources is operationalised, using practice evidence, performance information and intelligence to identify and address performance/quality variation across teams. Maintains an overview of the effectiveness of adult social work practice and represents the views of practitioners to all levels of management and Elected members in Kirklees and to partner agencies. Leads on audit activities to ensure agreed objectives and targets are met. Develops and sustains continual quality improvement and best practice. Ensures adult social work employees are supported with regular guidance, mentoring and coaching to enhance the quality of practice. Ensures the Council is taking an active role in regional and national networks, including liaison with the Chief Social Worker, contributing to developments and sharing best practice.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a talented and highly motivated individual to administer the administration and organisation of our internal and external examination timetables.

If you have a passion for administration, data and scheduling, we would love to receive your application to join our enthusiastic team at Royds Hall, A SHARE Academy.

You will lead on the efficient administration, organisation and implementation of the external and internal examination timetables and will ensure all examinations are conducted according to current JCQ and awarding body regulations.

Working closely with teaching colleagues, school administration and students, you will act as liaison between the school and exam boards and coordinate a team of invigilators.

What the school offers its staff

The trust offers a wide range of benefits including employee assistance programmes catering for the individual wellbeing needs of staff, wellbeing champions and designated wellbeing resources for staff. flexible working opportunities (where practical), occupational sick pay, maternity, paternity, adoption & shared parental leave, competitive pension schemes with the opportunity for shared cost AVCs, money saving ‘salary sacrifice’ cycle scheme and tech scheme.

Further details about the role

Key Outputs:

1. Produce and agree the internal and external examination schedule for the academy.

2. Ensure tasks are completed in an accurate and timely manner, meeting all agreed deadlines.

3. Provide appropriate provision and supervision of the examinations staff, ensuring all exams run smoothly.

4. Act as a central receiver of the information from Examinations Boards, DfE, LA and other bodies and ensuring relevant information is shared with curriculum leaders and the Senior Leadership Team.

5. Process examination results and prepare data as required by stakeholders.

6. Ensure effective and efficient management of the Exam budget.

7. Provide and organise the timetable of examinations and tests (written, oral and practical), rooming them according to numbers and materials required, planning invigilation as necessary and equipping rooms with required facilities.

8. Provide information about students who need special consideration. This involves liaison with teaching staff, pastoral and inclusion teams, as well as effective communication with students and parents.

9. Oversee the efficient use, training and development of exam invigilators to support exams.

10. To be present on the days the centre is notified of results and results days (these dates change year on year).

11. Update examination policies annually, ensure they are compliant with JCQ regulations.

12. Create marksheets on the school information system for examinations and NEA’s.

13. Ensure senior leaders, staff and other key stakeholders receive accurate and timely management information relating to school and student performance within specific deadlines.

14. Collate, analyse and review data from several sources/systems and provide reports for the executive board/senior leaders.

15. Support senior leaders in presenting performance data that is clearly presented and analysed as required.

16. Ensure that data from external agencies is downloaded, communicated and inputted into school management information systems.

17. Ensure full compliance with GDPR legislation and regulations for data/exams area and provide clear guidance for your team and staff regarding policy and actions required.

18. As part of your wider duties and responsibilities you are required to promote and actively support the school’s responsibilities towards Safeguarding. Safeguarding is about keeping people safe and protecting people from harm, neglect, abuse and injury. It is about creating safe places, being vigilant and doing something about any concerns you might have.

19. Carry out your duties with due regard to current and future Academy policies, procedures and relevant legislation. These will be drawn to your attention in your appointment letter, your statement of particulars, induction, and on-going performance development and through Academy communications.

20. Any other responsibilities commensurate within the requirements for this role or as directed by your Line Manager and flexibility to support colleagues across team as required.

Commitment to safeguarding

SHARE MAT is committed to the Equalities Act 2010 and also to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of children and young people, by adhering to the “Keeping Children Safe in Education” guidance. All staff and volunteers are regularly trained regarding our expectations in keeping our students safe. An enhanced DBS is required for every post

What skills and experience we're looking for

If you have a passion for Religious Studies and want to inspire this in students, our talented, enthusiastic and very supports Humanities team would like you to join us at Royds Hall, A SHARE Academy.

For early career teachers, we offer support second to none, with a dedicated mentor, reduced teaching timetable and Early Careers Framework (ECT) training from the Teaching School Hub. For established teachers considering middle leadership, we offer a fast-track training programme with a guaranteed interview opportunity for a middle leadership position within the trust as it arises.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be educated to degree level with QTS
• Be able to develop, plan and deliver effective lessons
• Love motivating and inspiring pupils through the support they give in order to encourage learning.
• Have great references demonstrating they are a suitable candidate, safe to work with young people.

What the school offers its staff

The trust offers a wide range of benefits including employee assistance programmes catering for the individual wellbeing needs of staff, wellbeing champions and designated wellbeing resources for staff. flexible working opportunities (where practical), occupational sick pay, maternity, paternity, adoption & shared parental leave, competitive pension schemes with the opportunity for shared cost AVCs, money saving ‘salary sacrifice’ cycle scheme and tech scheme.

Commitment to safeguarding

SHARE MAT is committed to the Equalities Act 2010 and also to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of children and young people, by adhering to the “Keeping Children Safe in Education” guidance. All staff and volunteers are regularly trained regarding our expectations in keeping our students safe. An enhanced DBS is required for every post

CareTech is a person-centred Care Company, which provides quality of care to adults nationwide.

Our vision is a world where there is equal opportunity for individuals to live independently and make their own decisions.

We refer to this as Extraordinary Days, Every Day

*£500 Recommend a Friend Bonus

Key Skills

Experience in a Caring environment preferred, but not essential
Able to work days, evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays
Good communication skills, allowing you to engage & interact with our Service Users
Ability to keep calm under pressure
Confidence to work alone and also be part of a team (family)
Passionate about making a positive difference to someone else’s life
Good written skills

Company Values

Friendly, passionate and caring nature
Positive, pleasant and approachable
Empowering others to develop and live fulfilling lives
Person Centred, allowing our Service Users to explore & utilise their own strengths
Innovative, by using or showing new methods and ideas

Rewards & Benefits

*£500 Recommend A Friend Bonus
*Blue Light Card
Up to 28 Days Holiday
Full induction programme to Care Certificate Standards
Dedicated learning & development programmes
We provide free training to achieve qualification in Social Care
Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff on a variety of topics for self-development of your career
Free DBS Check
Stakeholder Pension
Free Employee Assistance Programme
Annual Employee Awards Evening
Employee Recognition Schemes
Career progression within the company
CareTech Foundation – Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grants

What we do!

We are a well-established, nationwide healthcare provider. Our homes are Specialist Mental Health Services and established, offering adults person-centred care. We carefully develop and adapt homes to meet the varying needs of adults with mental health needs. The services are carefully located within thriving communities, offering a variety of educational, recreational and social activities.

We provide a positive impact on the service experience of people with mental health difficulties who may be experiencing emotional distress. This primarily involves support using a person-centred approach. Our Support Workers measure outcomes specifically to an individual’s needs and evidence using our person-centred outcome-measuring tool.

Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure prior to commencement of employment, the disclosure expense will be met by the employer.

If you have not heard from us within 14 days please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future.

*T&C’s paid following the successful completion of a 6-month probation period

Huddersfield - Support Worker [SYS-13083]

Reporting directly to the Director of Corporate Affairs, the Head of Communications will be the Trust’s professional communications lead accountable for all aspects of internal and external communications and contribute to managing the profile and reputation of the Trust.

The post holder will lead on providing advice and management of all aspects of communications to build and maintain a positive reputation with colleagues, key stakeholders, patients, partners and the public. This will include responsibility for internal colleague communications and external communications with partner organisations, local, regional and national stakeholders.

The role will require close liaison with the Trust’s Foundations for our future Programme to support the development and delivery of a communications and engagement strategy and associated plans relating to the significant programme underway across the Trust.

Ensuring colleagues, Trust members and partner stakeholders are kept informed of key strategic issues related to the Trust

Developing constructive relationships with the public and media.

Leading and developing communications across the trust and with its partners on the significant transformation and reconfiguration plans

Representing the trust in sensitive and political situations, delivering difficult messages where required to high-level audiences.

Coordinating communications activities in support of key projects and supporting colleagues to manage the strategic public relation impacts of decisions.

· Developing and delivering communications plans to support strategic objectives.

Management of the delegated communications budget and supervision / line management of a colleagues within the communications team.

· Providing expert advice, guidance and support to members of staff in any dealings they have with the media and to ensure senior members of staff have appropriate support and training.

· Leading and advising on reputation management, working with communications teams across partners and regulators to align communication messages.

We employ more than 6,500 staff who deliver compassionate care from our two main hospitals, Calderdale Royal Hospital and Huddersfield Royal Infirmary as well as in community sites, health centres and in patients’ homes. We also are incredibly proud to have almost 150 volunteers here at CHFT.

We provide a range of services including urgent and emergency care; medical; surgical; maternity; gynaecology; critical care; children’s and young people’s services; end of life care and outpatient and diagnostic imaging services.

We provide community health services, including sexual health services in Calderdale from Calderdale Royal and local health centres. These include Todmorden Health Centre and Broad Street Plaza.

We continue to modernise and invest in our health services to build on our strong reputation. Foundation trusts are public leaders in improving quality in health services. They are part of the NHS – yet decisions about what they do and how they do it are driven by independent boards. Boards listen to their Council of Governors and respond to the needs of their members – patients, staff and the local community.

Foundation trusts provide what the health service wants, yet are also free to invest quickly in the changes to the local community needs, in striving to be the best, and in putting their patients first.

The post holder will be responsible for managing the work of the Trust’s communications function and service offer and this includes line management and budget responsibility for communications support staff.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

Responsibilities include:

· Ensuring colleagues, Trust members and partner stakeholders are kept informed of key strategic issues related to the Trust.

· Creating ongoing opportunities for people to contribute ideas and share good practice through a range of communication channels.

· Developing constructive relationships with the public and media.

· Leading and developing communications across the trust and with its partners on the significant transformation and reconfiguration plans

· Representing the trust in sensitive and political situations, delivering difficult messages where required to high-level audiences.

· Handlinghighly complex, sensitive, and contentious information, including presenting information about projects and dependencies to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders in formal settings(for example this could relate to service and reconfiguration plans, patient complaints, coroner inquests, crisis management scenarios etc)

· Coordinating communications activities in support of key projects and supporting colleagues to manage the strategic public relation impacts of decisions.

· Developing and delivering communications plans to support strategic objectives.

· Management of the delegated communications budget and supervision / line management of a colleagues within the communications team.

· Providing expert advice, guidance and support to members of staff in any dealings they have with the media and to ensure senior members of staff have appropriate support and training.

· Leading and advising on reputation management, working with communications teams across partners and regulators to align communication messages.

· Undertaking research to prepare and agree reactive and proactive media statements, identifying media spokespeople and collate and analyse media coverage.

· Lead the development of and manage the content for all communication channels as well as specific projects.

· Identify proactive media opportunities, patient stories and experience to ensure the trust’s aims are heard, understood and relevant.

· Lead development of the trust’s website, intranet and increased use of social media to positively promote reputation, including analysis and reporting mechanisms.

· Provide oversight of communications materials produced by ensuring outputs support strategic priorities, appropriate brand application and reputation management.


This advert closes on Wednesday 6 Nov 2024

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Registered Care Home Manager - Complex Care
Location: Lepton, Huddersfield
Contract Type: Full Time
Salary: Paying up to £65,000 per annum

About the Opportunity
Are you looking to join an esteemed company as a Registered Care Home Manager? Our client is looking for a leader for their brand-new care home. This is a unique opportunity to shape and lead a cutting-edge facility from the very beginning. With innovative digital systems in place to reduce administrative burdens, you can focus on what truly matters: supporting your team and enhancing the lives of those in your care.

About our client's home
Our client, a leader in nursing care for adults with complex needs. This state-of-the-art home in Huddersfield will cater to adults with complex mental health needs, dementia, neuro-disabilities, and physical disabilities. With 43 large bedrooms across three units and two apartments, their home is designed to provide a supportive and caring environment where residents can receive the high-quality nursing care they require while staying close to their loved ones.

As the Registered Care Home Manager, you will be the cornerstone of everything that happens. You will lead by example, driving your team towards continuous improvement and ensuring that every day is better for both residents and staff.

Your responsibilities will include:

* Implementing quality initiatives and driving continuous improvement
* Leading and managing a multidisciplinary team
* Managing recruitment and colleague development
* Overseeing referral management and occupancy
* Collecting, analysing, and interpreting data for better decision-making
* Managing financial operations effectively
* Building and maintaining customer relationships, including local commissioners and professionals
* Marketing to ensure business sustainability and success

About You
They are looking for someone who resonates with their core values. The ideal candidate will have:
* A first-level nursing registration with a valid NMC PIN
* A minimum of three years of management experience, ideally in a complex care setting
* A deep understanding of nursing care best practices, sector-specific and employer legislation, and governance frameworks
* Exceptional communication skills to build strong relationships with local stakeholders
* The ability to inspire, lead, and manage a team effectively
* Excellent time management skills, capable of handling conflicting priorities and meeting deadlines
* A robust range of clinical, business, digital, and operational skills

This role is also suitable for an experienced Deputy Manager ready to take the next step in their career.

What our Client offers:
They provide a range of benefits and perks to support your professional and personal well-being, including:

* Excellent supervision, peer support, and learning opportunities
* Retail and lifestyle reward discounts
* An excellent bonus scheme based on KPIs
* A generous pension plan
* Bupa health care cover
* An electric car salary sacrifice scheme
* Paid NMC membership and access to the RCNi Learning platform
* 24/7 counselling and support
* Eligibility for the Blue Light Card

Please get in touch today if this Registered Care Home Manager role in Huddersfield appeals to you, get in contact with Heidi @ Search Recruitment on 01293 848170 or email heidi.chapman@search.co.uk

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.