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Purpose of the PostTo assist the manager in achieving the aims and objectives of the Statement of Purpose.
To deputise in the absence of the Registered Manager/Deputy Manager.
To support and manage the staff to enable them to meet the needs of the children and young people.
To undertake direct work with children and young people as appropriate.
To work in partnership with other professionals to achieve optimum outcomes for young people.
Supervisory ResponsibilitiesResponsible for supervising junior home staff as directed
Equal OpportunitiesAll young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way.
All staff members responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation or any other perceived difference.
Accountable ToDeputy House Manager, Registered Manager and The Responsible individual
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
To meet the needs of children through:
To provide a caring, supportive and nurturing environment in which children/young people can feel secure and free from harm.
To actively promote the child's/young person's education by assisting with and encouraging school attendance, homework, school liaison, attending parent's meetings/evenings, PEP's etc, in particular with the Education Department.
To act as a positive role model to any child within the organisation.
To bring into practice a therapeutic approach in dealing with any child regardless of age.
To assist the Support Workers in their roles as Key Workers and act as a link worker to the Children/Young People when their Key Worker is not available.
Ensuring that each member of staff is aware of each child's care plan and their responsibilities for its implementation
Attending childcare reviews and planning meetings to provide information and achieve best outcomes for young people
Undertaking direct work with young people and acting as an appropriate role model.
To be responsible for, the maintenance of good quality written records and reports regarding the children/young people in our care.
To ensure that all paperwork is clear and eligible.
Chairing children's meetings and facilitating consultation with young people generally
Acting as an appropriate adult where appropriate.
To manage a staff team through:
Providing direction in relation to staff duties and responsibilities.
Taking responsibility for planning shifts and ensuring their smooth running when on duty.
Providing consultation and informal advice and support to staff in relation to day to day matters.
Contributing to team and staff meetings to facilitate good communication and staff development
To co operate with the company's relevant health and safety legislation, policies and procedures in the performance of the duties of the post
Ensuring staff work within the Homes policies, procedures and National
Minimum Standards requirements
General Responsibilities:
To assist the Registered/Deputy Manager in the implementation of all aspects of the Statement of Purpose
To drive company vehicles - subject to policies and procedures
To work on a rota basis according to the needs of young people
To ensure that resources are allocated appropriately and financial records are accurately maintained
To receive supervision in line with National Minimum Standards and to take responsibility for personal development and progress of individual training needs
Special Conditions
Minimum NVQ level 3 in residential childcare and a minimum of 2 years' experience in working within a children's residential home
This post requires the holder to do varying shifts, which include early morning and late evening work and an on call rota system.
The post holder also is required to work weekends as part of a rota and Bank Holidays when required.
Sleeping-in duties are also required which is paid at an additional rate.
On occasions you may be requested to change your rota at a given notice as per your contract, to ensure the contingencies of the service are covered.
This may also include covering an additional sleep-in duty as an emergency measure.
In accordance with the guidelines on Health and Safety, to accept responsibility for working within these guidelines and reporting any concerns to the Registered Manager.
To undertake such other duties appropriate to the grade of the post and the needs of the Organisation in order to develop and maintain service delivery.
However the Organisation will be mindful at all times to ensure that these duties are not so onerous as to prevent the Senior RSO fulfilling their role.
This post requires the holder to have a clear Criminal Records Bureau check at all times Changes to personal circumstances which may effect this must be notified to your line manager immediately.
Post holder will require to be on the DBS update service.
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Type: Contract Location: Camden, England
Salary / Rate: £13.50 - £15 per hour
Posted: 2024-10-11 10:31:23
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an AAT qualified or QBE Accounts Technician withbackground in accounts preparation for limited companies and unincorporated businesses to join a well-established accountancy firm, offering excellent benefits.
As an Accounts Technician, you will be preparing financial statements for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders up to audit threshold.
This permanent role offers salary range of £25,000 - £30,000 and flexible working options.
You will be responsible for:
* Preparing personal and corporate tax computations and returns.
* Delivering bookkeeping and management accounting services.
* Filing Companies House and HM Revenue & Customs documents.
* Maintaining up-to-date accounting records for clients.
* Preparing and completing quarterly VAT returns.
What we are looking for:
* Previously worked as an Accounts Technician or in a similar Semi-Senior role within an accountancy practice.
* Background in accounts preparation for limited companies and unincorporated businesses.
* AAT qualified or QBE.
* Strong IT skills including word, excel, PowerPoint, and social media programmes.
Working hours: 36.25 hours per week, 5 days per week
What's on offer:
* Competitive salary
* 20 days plus bank holidays
* Pension scheme
* Private medical insurance
* Death in service benefit
* Access to health schemes
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee assistance programme
* Enhanced maternity & paternity leave (after 1 year of service)
Apply now for this exceptional opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner.
In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message.
For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website.
It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data.
If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.
Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
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Type: Permanent Location: Weston-super-Mare, England
Start:
Duration:
Salary / Rate: £25000 - £30000 Per Annum
Posted: 2024-10-11 10:08:38
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ACA / ACCA part-qualified or qualified Audit Manager withexperience working with audit and assurance team to join a well-established accountancy firm, offering excellent benefits.
As an Audit Manager, you will be overseeing and executing audit fieldwork for a diverse client portfolio, fostering strong client relationships.
This permanent role offers £55,000 salary and flexible working options.
You will be responsible for:
* Evaluating audit performance against KPIs and providing reports and potential solutions for any issues.
* Preparing financial statements for non-audit clients.
* Conduct technical research and provide advice.
* Assist in developing new business proposals.
* Network within business communities.
* Train and develop junior team members.
* Work on regional client projects as required.
What we are looking for:
* Experience working with audit and assurance team.
* Background in mentoring, training, and supervising junior team members.
* ACA / ACCA part-qualified or qualified.
* Familiarity with UK Financial Reporting Standards and International Auditing Standards.
* Skilled in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Working hours: 36.25 hours per week
What's on offer:
* Competitive salary
* 25 days plus bank holidays
* Pension scheme
* Private medical insurance
* Death in service benefit
* Access to health schemes
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee assistance programme
* Enhanced maternity & paternity leave (after 1 year of service)
Apply now for this exceptional opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner.
In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message.
For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website.
It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data.
If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.
Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
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Type: Permanent Location: Plymouth, England
Start:
Duration:
Salary / Rate: £55000 - £55000 Per Annum
Posted: 2024-10-11 10:06:21
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Market Leading manufacturing company is looking to recruit a Production Operative, working in a Production factory in the Chesterton area of Newcastle-under-Lyme (ST5 7ES) on a 6-month temporary basis, with a potential extension.
The Production Operative will be working on the assembly/ production line of a manufacturing company.
Duties include feeding batches of raw materials into machinery, assembling goods on an assembly line.What's in it for you as a Production Operative?
£13.44 per hour (average with shift allowance)
4 on 4 off rotating Days - 6am - 6pm
46 hours per week
Salary of circa £32,150
Core Responsibilities & Duties of a Production Operative
Ability to operate and control equipment
Maintain a clean work area
Follow all company safety guidelines and procedures
Working as Part of a Team
Quality Checks
Filling out Paperwork
Machine Operating
Provide support to the Factory team when needed.
Full training is given.
Full PPE and Workwear is provided.If interested, please apply now... ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Newcastle-under-Lyme, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £32150 - £33150 per annum + Excellent Benefits
Posted: 2024-10-11 10:02:40
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Community Support Worker
Doncaster
We are currently recruiting for a Support Worker to work in the community across the Doncaster area as part of the Home Emergency Alarm Response Team.
These roles are within the Home Alarm service which allows individuals to remain living independently in their own home by providing telecare equipment to enable them to summon help in the event of a fall or emergency.
You will be required to respond to these call outs and assist where required.
The service runs over 7 days per week and you will be assigned a rota pattern for 3 on 3 off.
Position details
Rota - 3 on 3 off
Hours - 26.25 hours per week average
Shifts - 6am - 2pm, 2pm - 10pm
Initial 3 months, with the possibility of extension
Requirements
You will need:
Full UK driving license
Previous experience within care/ support
Up to date moving and handling training
If you would be interested in this role or any similar roles please do not hesitate to contact Emily @ Service Care on 01772 208964 or email emily.bentley@servicecare.org.ukBenefits of working for Emily @ Service Care Solutions:
A specialist, dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact
Exceptional referral bonuses
An extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK
Nationwide provider Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities.
Frequent notifications for upcoming opportunities via text and email
DBS disclosures provided via fast track online services free of charge.
Note: Do you know someone who is looking for work in this field? If so, please pass these details on to them.
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Type: Contract Location: Doncaster, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Initial 3 month
Salary / Rate: Up to £14.24 per hour
Posted: 2024-10-11 09:40:29
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Job Description
Service Care Solutions has a new and exciting opportunity which has become available working as a Family Hub Practitioner with Bolton Council
Bolton Council are currently looking for someone who is happy to work up to 37 hours per week.
About the Role We are seeking a compassionate and driven Family Hub Practitioner to join our Children's Services team.
You will be part of a dynamic Family Hub workforce, contributing to the delivery of universal "Start for Life" programs and a broader range of evidence-based interventions supporting families.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference by promoting positive child development and well-being in line with the Greater Manchester Early Years Delivery Model.
This position is initially offered on a fixed-term basis until the end of March 2024, with a strong possibility for the role to be extended depending on future funding and service needs.
Key Responsibilities
Act as a key point of contact within the Family Hub, guiding families towards support services, particularly focusing on those most in need.
Deliver one-to-one and group-based support for children, young people, and families, addressing areas such as infant feeding, early learning, perinatal mental health, and parenting.
Collaborate with other professionals to ensure a multi-agency approach to safeguarding children and delivering early help services.
Provide strengths-based early interventions, including home learning and emotional well-being support, to promote healthier lifestyles.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records following Council guidelines and provide feedback to continuously improve services.
Requirements
Relevant Level 3 qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3 in Early Years, Childcare, Health and Social Care).
Experience working with families and children, delivering early help services, and working in a multi-agency setting.
Benefits
Opportunity to work within a collaborative and supportive team environment.
Ongoing training and development opportunities.
Possibility for contract extension, dependent on performance and funding.
APPLY NOW - Send your CV to John… John.deane@servicecare.org.uk
Why Service Care Solutions?
A Dedicated consultant specific to your area of work with up to date knowledge on markets and new positions.
We operate nationwide working with both public and private domains.
All Compliance paid for including DBS and Social Work registration.
We operate 3 payrolls per week
Bring your Job to us bonus of £250
Refer a friend Bonus of £250
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Type: Contract Location: Bolton, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 5
Salary / Rate: £13.46 - £14.91 per hour
Posted: 2024-10-11 09:37:56
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Technical Compliance Officer £Competitive DOE + Benefits Chippenham area, Wiltshire. We are currently recruiting for a Technical compliance officer - An exciting opportunity for an individual with Technical / Quality experience, gained within a food manufacturing environment.
Based at a site in Melksham, Wiltshire, the company has over four decades experience of exporting dairy products around the globe.
Working closely with large and small dairy manufacturers across the UK and Ireland, ensuring a wide range of products are sourced to fulfil customer requirements. In-house manufacture of long-life cream further compliments their offering.
Reporting to the site Operations & Technical Manager, the aim of this role is to maintain the Quality Management system and ensure that it meets the company quality and regulatory targets. It is essential that you have experience within the FMCG, food or drink sector. Key Responsibilities of the Technical Compliance Officer will include:
Ensure that the on-site quality management system is developed and maintained to ensure compliance with company standards and BRC / GFSI accreditationWrite and assist with training out new procedures in line with BRC and customer expectationsEnsure that the site is audit ready and assist with BRC, Organic, Halal and customer auditsLiaising with customers and suppliers on new label projectsBe a key part of the HACCP team, maintaining the site HACCP system for both products manufactured on site and those supplied by third partiesProvide technical input and communicate the investigation and resolution of product non-conformitiesAssist with new part setupLead with NPD and Process Development on new and existing products.Assist with Goods In when required.Lead on improving the Technical and Food Safety Culture on the siteManage shelf life sampling, product reviews and benchmarking
Technical Compliance Officer qualifications and experience:
Proven experience of working within a BRC accredited siteExperience of BRC site accreditation audits and customer visits/auditsLabelling regulation experience would be beneficial
Benefits:
Pension (4% matched)Life cover 2 timesHolidays 22 days plus Bank HolidaysChristmas and New Year off
This role may suit a candidate that has previously worked in a technical, quality, technical admin, compliance, QA, QC, tech coordinator role and is commutable from Bath, Swindon, Devizes, Trowbridge, Chippenham, Melksham, Frome ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Trowbridge, Wiltshire, England
Salary / Rate: Competitive salary + Excellent Benefits
Posted: 2024-10-11 09:08:43
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Serfton Council are seeking an organised and professional Business Support Minute Taker to provide essential administrative support to their Cared for Teams and Young Persons Team.
This role involves minuting Strategy Meetings and other professional meetings, managing reports, and offering general administrative assistance to ensure smooth operations within Children's Services.
36 hours per week
£14.40 LTD per hour inclusive of holiday pay
3 month initial contract with possibility of extension after this
Responsibilities:
Take minutes at Strategy Meetings and other professional meetings as required.
Type formal reports, letters, memos, and other relevant correspondence.
Organise and maintain records, reports, and files for the Cared for Teams and Young Persons Team.
Undertake reception duties and manage incoming and outgoing mail.
Liaise with other agencies and ensure compliance with administrative procedures.
Provide administrative support, including phone handling, filing, and data management.
Participate in supervision sessions, staff meetings, and ongoing training for professional development.
Ensure client information is handled in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 and confidentiality regulations.
Requirements:
Strong administrative skills, with experience in minute-taking and typing formal documents.
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work with sensitive information and ensure compliance with confidentiality and data protection laws.
Good communication skills for liaising with internal teams and external agencies.
Flexibility to work in different Children's Services sites if required.
Willingness to participate in training and developmental activities.
Apply Now
If you are interested, please call Lisa McVinnie on 01772 208964 or email me your CV - lisa.mcvinnie@servicecare.org.uk
If this role isn't right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of £250.
The benefits of working with SCS:
A specialist dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact.
Exceptional referral bonuses - £250 per referral placed in to work!
An extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK
Nationwide provider Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities.
Annual training budget of up to £250 and continued online CPD training.
Excellent Annual Loyalty schemes / bonuses.
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Type: Contract Location: Sefton, England
Start: 14/10/2024
Duration: 3 months
Salary / Rate: £14.40 - £16.59 per hour
Posted: 2024-10-11 09:03:23
