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Junior Facilities Technician\n\nWe currently have a fantastic opportunity for a Junior Facilities Technician to work at a leading engineering company based in Southampton.\n\nIntroduction\n\nThe primary duties for this role will be to support the Facilities Manager with the day to day maintenance across the production areas and buildings. This is a busy and varied role, training for the right candidate will be given.\n\nResponsibilities\n\n Support planned preventive maintenance (PPM) activities\n\n Assist with routine checks on building systems, including fire escapes, emergency lighting, and basic safety inspections\n\n Help maintaining tools, equipment, and spare parts, and notify when items need replenishment.\n\n Maintain maintenance records\n\n Calibration of equipment and tooling\n\nThe Ideal Skills & Experience\n\n Practical, hands-on aptitude for mechanical tasks.\n\n Previous experience in a hands on role in out outside of work i.e. fitting, assembly, kitchen fitting, car mechanics\n\n Any electrical knowledge would be an advantage\n\n Eager to learn / develop skills\n\nSalary:\n\n£28K - £33K\n\nHours:\n\nDay Shift 8.00-4.30 Monday to Friday\n\nBenefits:\n\n Pension: 7% employer; 3% employee\n\n Holiday: 24 days plus bank holidays increasing by a day per year to 27 in total.\n\n Private Health Care including immediate family\n\n Private Dental Care\n\n Life Assurance: 4x basic pay\n\n * Subsidised Gym Membership\n\nIf you could be interested in this excellent Junior Facilities Technician opportunity, please apply and we'll be in touch to discuss further

Family Support Worker\n\n£24,000 pa + Company Car (with an approx. retail value of £(phone number removed), taxable benefit in kind of £6-£8K) and other excellent benefits\n\nDorset, Hampshire and parts of Wiltshire and Isle of Wight\n\nRainbow Trust Children’s Charity is going through an exciting time where we are growing, with the aim of reaching more families in need.\n\nAbout the role:\n\nWe are looking to appoint a Family Support Worker on a full-time basis (35 hours, 5 days per week), to deliver a high-quality family support service as part of our Southampton Care Team to families in the local area, at a time where they need it most.\n\nReporting to the Family Support Manager of the Southampton Care Team and working in partnership with health, education and social care professionals, you will take responsibility for providing needs-led emotional, social and practical support to families where a child/young person has a life threatening or terminal illness. You will enjoy responsibility for managing your own schedule, remaining flexible to the needs of the families on your caseload.\n\nHaving worked in a stressful and emotional environment you have a genuine interest in building supportive relationships and helping people; and having provided bereavement support to families, you understand processes of grief, loss and change - and how best to help others deal with its impact.\n\nWhat we’re looking for:\n\n An experienced child health, education or social care professional - applications will be particularly welcome from those who have worked in a community environment and those with a recognised qualification in education, health or social care.\n\n A warm, inclusive approach to achieving goals quickly and correctly.\n\n Practiced in child protection, information sharing and the rules around data protection - you lead by example, drawing on your own professional experience and working within established guidelines.\n\n Practical and people-oriented - you will thrive working at a fast pace whilst maintaining accuracy and be a confident user of IT (including MSOffice)\n\n A persuasive and open communicator, you will work collaboratively with your team and volunteers to ensure delivery of a high-quality service and support fundraising colleagues by writing case studies and family updates\n\n A practical knowledge of diversity issues affecting children, young people, and their families – aware that being responsive to others needs and concerns, is essential.\n\nWhat we offer:\n\nWe are proud to be a Best Companies Two-Star rated organisation, an outstanding place to work! As a Top 10 Charity, we have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, including:\n\n Control over your own schedule, based on the needs of families on your caseload, to balance home and working life\n\n Company car for front line care posts (car P11D value of £(phone number removed), taxable benefit in kind of £6-£8k)\n\n Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3%\n\n 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays – rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time)\n\n The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping\n\n Time off in Lieu\n\n Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year\n\n Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via (email address removed)\n\n Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts\n\n Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes\n\n A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme\n\n Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth.\n\nIf you’d like to find out more about these benefits and working with us, please visit our why work with us page on our website.\n\nMore information about us and our recruitment process can be found in our Candidate Pack on our website.\n\nDevelopment opportunities:\n\nAs part of our learning and development Anne Harris Skills Development Programme we aim to provide a high level of training and development opportunities for all staff, so you are able to perform to the best of your ability, achieve individual and team objectives aligned to Rainbow Trusts strategic plan, supporting staff to be the best they can be, and feel a valued member of a high performing organisation.\n\nOur Family Support Workers are given the opportunity to complete a number of diverse training courses in their first 12 months, including but not limited to: Mental Health First Aid, Makaton, counselling skills, and Introduction to Play.\n\nThe programme aims to provide a building block for you to individually tailor your own learning and development needs, with all family support workers having a foundation level of skills within their first year.\n\nAbout us:\n\nRainbow Trust Children’s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of their time together, providing expert practical and emotional support where they need, it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that.\n\nHow to apply:\n\nTo apply please visit our website by clicking the "Apply Now" button to apply online.\n\nPlease disclose on your application form if you have used AI for any part of your job application.\n\nEarly application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.\n\nAdditional information:\n\nInterviews will take place via Teams or in person with a date to be confirmed. We will only contact those applicants who have been successful.\n\nThere will be a requirement for flexible working and a full current driver’s licence to accommodate the team and family need. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post.\n\nWe are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all employees to share this commitment.\n\nRainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are a Best Companies One-Star rated organisation

Mental Health Practice LeadSouthamptonPermanent, part time (18.75 hpw)Salary £43,500 per annum pro rata plus great benefits including health cash plan and brilliant work life balanceWe can't offer a CoS for this role.Home, a place where you belongBe part of something brilliant at Home Group and join us as our Mental Health Practice Lead. Here a Home Group clinical interventions work hand in hand with day-to-day support. Were trailblazing the way in delivering brilliant long-term outcomes for vulnerable people through integrating health, housing and care.Supporting our staff team who work with our customers, youll enable us to maintain high standards of support and intervention to contribute to achieving brilliant outcomes for our customers. Our service provides supported accommodation to vulnerable and complex customers who are referred to us via our local authorities homeless team. We aim to support our customers to meet their aspirations and to work towards living independently and feeling enabled.What you'll doShaping our service, developing essential standards and quality outcomes.As an experienced clinician, youll support and develop our team to maximising customers independence and improving outcomes.A Registered Mental Health Nurse, youll lead on practice development to support our staff team who in turn directly support our customers.Youll enhance colleagues knowledge and skills, promoting regular, honest and supportive feedback.Point of contact for individual support and coaching of the managers in our serviceThere are no red tape or mounds of paperwork here!Why join us?Youllgohome each day knowing that you have helped change our customers lives for the better, here,working for one of the Top Great Places to Work in the UK!You haveA Registered Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker, registered with your relevant professional bodyThe ability to develop and deliver specialist training packages to your colleagues, embed core competenciesClinical supervision to the team and facilitate Reflective Practice sessions.Able to inspire others and advocate a philosophy of care that is person centred, maintains dignity, independence and ensures it is right for that person at that time.The practical bitsWere open to agreeing a work pattern with you.Able to use technology for communication and collaboration for example emails and meetings, document creation for care notes, case management systems to input risk, quality assurance tools and data reporting to name a few.Well support with your continual professional development as well maintaining your professional registration through regular clinical supervision and reflective practice.Youll need a valid Enhanced DBS check to do this job. We pay for that, if you dont have a transferrable one.Stronger togetherWe do our best work whenwereourselves.Thatswhy inclusion, wellbeing, and our diversity networks help makeHome Group a great place to work !Whats in it for you?34 days leave, rising to 39 (this includesbank holidays and a me day).Theoptionto buy 5 more each year2 paid volunteering days each yearHealth cash plan saving you (and your children) £1140+ each year covering dental, opticians, prescriptions and moreMatching pension contribution (up to 7% and life insurance of 3x basic salary)Family friendly policies including maternity, paternity, adoption, neonatal, fertility and menopause supportFind out moreClick APPLY NOW to see ourMental Health Practice Lead Job description , find out about us and for help to apply. Roles can close early, sodontwait.For reasonable adjustments email.TPBN1_UKTJ

Manageable caseload | Make a genuine difference | Clinical autonomy and leadership | Long-term progression\n\n If you're a children's nurse who enjoys building meaningful relationships with families and making a lasting impact, this Paediatric Clinical Lead role offers the opportunity to lead highly complex care packages while retaining clinical autonomy within a supportive, nurse-led organisation.\n\n This opportunity would suit an experienced Children's Nurse, Community Children's Nurse, Paediatric Nurse Case Manager, Senior Paediatric Nurse or clinician with recent experience supporting children with highly complex healthcare needs who is looking to step into a leadership role.\n\n As a Paediatric Clinical Lead, you'll oversee a well-structured caseload of complex care packages across Hampshire, all located within approximately one hour of Southampton. You'll help children with highly complex healthcare needs remain safely at home while supporting families through some of the most challenging periods of their lives. You'll also have the opportunity to shape service development and be supported by an experienced clinical and operational leadership team.\n\n Package & Benefits\n • £50,000 to £54,000 per annum plus bonus entitlements.\n • Achievable profit-related bonus scheme.\n • Birthday off work and enhanced annual leave with service.\n • Company sick pay scheme and wellness programme.\n • Paid charity days and company events.\n • Structured and shared on-call rota with leadership support and enhanced payments.\n • Blue Light Card discounts.\n • Ongoing training and development opportunities.\n • Supportive leadership team with long-term progression opportunities.\n • All packages located within approximately one hour of Southampton.\n\n About the Company\n This nurse-led complex care provider has more than 10 years' experience delivering specialist community services to children and adults with complex healthcare needs. Known for its strong clinical governance and supportive culture, the organisation continues to invest in its people and services while maintaining a family-oriented and values-led approach, making it an excellent environment for a Paediatric Clinical Lead to develop and progress.\n\n The service supports children and young people with highly complex clinical needs, including tracheostomy care, ventilation management, enteral feeding, epilepsy management, neurological conditions and complex physical disabilities.\n\n Key Responsibilities\n • As a Paediatric Clinical Lead, manage a caseload of paediatric complex care clients and oversee the safe delivery of highly complex care packages.\n • Complete clinical assessments and support the mobilisation of new care packages and transitions home.\n • Oversee care plans, risk assessments, clinical documentation and competency assessments for care staff.\n • Work closely with families, commissioners and multidisciplinary teams while supporting quality improvement initiatives and service development projects.\n\n About You\n • Active and unrestricted NMC registration.\n • Essential experience caring for children with highly complex healthcare needs, including exposure to tracheostomy care, ventilation management, BiPAP, CPAP, enteral feeding or similar interventions.\n • Paediatric complex care experience is desirable and community healthcare experience is desirable but not essential.\n • Full UK driving licence with access to your own vehicle.\n\n Interested?\n If you are interested in applying for this Paediatric Clinical Lead position, please click apply or contact Ehsan at Leaders in Care on (phone number removed), quoting the reference number below. An informal, confidential conversation is welcomed.\n\n Reference: LICEA

Junior Maintenance Technician\n\nWe currently have a fantastic opportunity for a Junior Maintenance Technician to work at a leading engineering company based in Southampton.\n\nIntroduction\n\nThe primary duties for this role will be to support the Facilities Manager with the day to day maintenance across the production areas and buildings. This is a busy and varied role, training for the right candidate will be given.\n\nResponsibilities\n\n Support planned preventive maintenance (PPM) activities\n\n Assist with routine checks on building systems, including fire escapes, emergency lighting, and basic safety inspections\n\n Help maintaining tools, equipment, and spare parts, and notify when items need replenishment.\n\n Maintain maintenance records\n\n Calibration of equipment and tooling\n\nThe Ideal Skills & Experience\n\n Practical, hands-on aptitude for mechanical tasks.\n\n Previous experience in a hands on role in out outside of work i.e. fitting, assembly, kitchen fitting, car mechanics\n\n Any electrical knowledge would be an advantage\n\n Eager to learn / develop skills\n\nSalary:\n\n£28K - £33K\n\nHours:\n\nDay Shift 8.00-4.30 Monday to Friday\n\nBenefits:\n\n Pension: 7% employer; 3% employee\n\n Holiday: 24 days plus bank holidays increasing by a day per year to 27 in total.\n\n Private Health Care including immediate family\n\n Private Dental Care\n\n Life Assurance: 4x basic pay\n\n * Subsidised Gym Membership\n\nIf you could be interested in this excellent Junior Maintenance Technician opportunity, please apply and we'll be in touch to discuss further

Production Technician\nWe currently have a fantastic opportunity for a Production Technician to join a leading manufacturing company based in Southampton.\n\nIntroduction\n\nThe primary role of the Production Technician will involve using specialist equipment and machinery to fabricate preforms and prepare glass ready for drawing into fibre.\n\nResponsibilities\nFabricating preforms and preparing glass ready for drawing into fibre, this includes:\n\n Operating machinery and controls\n\n Following product specification instructions.\n Completing and maintaining logs, spreadsheets and databases as indicated in work instructions.\n\n Reviewing test data\n\n Adhering to strict Health & Safety regulations\n\nIdeal Experience\nThe ideal candidate will be someone who has good attention for detail and accuracy, reliable, keen to learn and PC literate. A good understanding of complex machinery and equipment would be beneficial.\nAny fibre optics experience is an advantage, however full training will also be provided.\n\nShift Pattern:\nWeek 1 - Days (4-day week 12 hour shifts)\nWeek 2 - Nights (3-day week 12 hour shifts)\n\nSalary:\n£33600 which includes the 20% shift uplift.\n\nBenefits:\n\n Pension: 7% employer; 3% employee\n\n Holiday: 24 days plus bank holidays increasing by a day per year to 27 in total.\n\n Private Health Care including immediate family\n\n Private Dental Care\n\n Life Assurance: 4x basic pay\n\n Subsidised Gym Membership\n\nIf you could be interested in this excellent Production Technician opportunity, please apply and we'll be in touch to discuss further

Are you a motivated and passionate individual looking to make a difference?As a Store Manager, you will take ownership of your store's performance, maximising income through physical and digital channels while leading an inclusive and diverse team. By role-modelling the DEBRA values, you will create a positive environment where colleagues and volunteers feel supported, engaged and focused on delivering impact for the EB community.Our Southampton Retail Store Manager will join us on a full time, temporary?contract working 35 HOURS ?hours ?per week, 5 days out of 7 earning a salary of £27,755 annum / £15.25 an hour.(Please note this is a 3 month contract with the opportunity to be extended).About DEBRAWe are a national charity that supports individuals and families affected by Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) – a painful genetic skin blistering condition which, in the worst cases, can be fatal.What we are looking for in our Retail Store Manager:You will be motivated and enthusiastic, with good customer service, retail administration and management skills as well as the ability to work well under pressure to meet targets and to help and support the efficient running of our store in Southampton.Your Key Responsibilities in the role of Retail Store Manager:Effectively recruit, maintain, and manage both paid employees and volunteersEnsure a standard of excellence is maintained, in terms of customer serviceMaximising profits to increase overall contribution of the storeUse visual merchandising talents to ensure the store is presented well and promoting commercial successGenerate quality donated goods to achieve processing targets to maintain shop density levelsWhy work for us here at DEBRA!Mission, Vision & ValuesOur mission is a world where no one suffers with Epidermolysis Bullosa.Our vision is that we live in a world where no one suffers with Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) and we provide lifelong care for all those affected/impacted by living with EB.Our values are based around care and inclusivity, and we are committed to making a difference. These values are the foundation of our culture and are a significant element of being a Great place to Work.We offer a competitive salary, along with rewards & benefits which include:Access to a Group Personal Pension with a matched 4% contribution from DEBRALife Assurance SchemeFree access to our round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support for both you and your familyAnnual Leave 20 days plus Bank Holiday (pro rata for part time employees)Discounts and cashback from at high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via our Employee Benefit Portal.Access to a 24 hour 7 days a week GP servicePlease note: DEBRA takes its safeguarding responsibilities seriously and we would like you to be aware that all positions within our organisation require a DBS check and two satisfactory references.We are committed to delivering our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion strategy across all areas of our work, including recruitment. As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and interview process. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to support you.If you are enthusiastic about the contribution, you could make and would like to join our team as our new Retail Store Manager, then please click ‘apply' today – don't miss out, we'd love to hear from you!TPBN1_UKTJ

Lead Support WorkerSalary £27,500 / Earn £14.06 per hour plus 34 days leave (rising to 39) and health cash plan worth over £1140Permanent, full time (37.5 hpw)SouthamptonWe can?t offer a CoS for this roleHome, a place where you belongWant to be part of a team that truly cares, not only about our customers, but about you too? Our colleagues tell us that working here feels different. We?re brilliant at what we do, and we look after each other just as much as we support our customers. If you?ve ever felt like just a number in your current job, this could be the change you?ve been waiting for.You?ll help people with complex needs live more independently, where no two days are the same. One moment you?re helping someone take a big step towards their goals, the next you?re supporting them through life?s everyday ups and downs.What you?ll doLead support planning and coordinate our Support Workers to deliver person-centred supportBalance support, safeguarding, admin and meetings while guiding colleagues and managing caseloadsSupport Customers with daily tasks like budgeting, cooking and attending appointmentsWork with multi-agency teams to safeguard and empower our customersHelp customers build independence and prepare for their move-on into the communityWhy join usThis is more than a job ? it?s a place where you feel valued. With our learning and development offer, and support from friendly colleagues, you?ll make a real difference every day! If you?re ready to leave behind the ordinary, do something that really matters. Be part of one of the UK?s Great Places to Work!You havePassion and experience in supporting others ideally in a supported housing settingLevel 3 Diploma in Care or equivalent experience (or are willing to work towards it)Experience assessing referrals and coordinating supportThe ability to work under your own initiative, remain calm under pressure and have a resilient approachThe practical bitsWorking hours will be based on an 8-week rolling rota, includes sleep in shifts and every other weekend.You?ll be based at our St Mary?s Road service, a 24-hour supported living service.You?ll be supporting up to 10 men and women aged 18?64 with mental health needs and dual diagnoses.You need an Enhanced with barring list (we pay)What?s in it for you?34 days leave, rising to 39 (this includes bank holidays and a ?me day?)Health cash plan saving you (and your children) £1140+ each year covering dental, opticians, prescriptions and moreMatching pension contribution (up to 7% and life insurance of 3x basic salary)Instant pay access with Stream800+ discounts on shops, holidays, days out, tech and moreFind out moreClick APPLY NOW to see our ?Support Coordinator Job Description,(what we call the role internally!)find out about us, for help to apply and our benefits. Roles can close early, so don?t wait.For reasonable adjustments email .TPBN1_UKTJ

Be all you can be with Hamberley\n\nAt Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something 'Extra Special, Every Day' and we're recruiting for a Clinical Lead to help us achieve our goals.\n\nWorking with the Home Manager and Quality Assurance team, the Clinical Lead will be responsible for ensuring effective and safe clinical practice, monitor standards via audits and observations, review policies, implement action plans and provide reports as required\n\nJoining us at Templeton Place, our luxury care home that provides residential, dementia, and nursing care for older people, you'll be part of a team that is genuinely passionate about the health and well-being of our residents.\n\nAt Hamberley we believe our residents deserve something 'Extra Special, Every Day', and we focus on the tiny details that make our homes for older people a luxurious and comfortable, home-like environment.\n\nWe offer our colleagues\nA competitive salary and benefits package\n5 weeks holiday plus Bank Holidays\nQuality-linked bonus scheme - A performance bonus tied to our CQC/ CI quality rating, rewarding you for helping us deliver outstanding care.\nWorkplace pension for your future security\nA true team culture - A collaborative, encouraging working environment where kindness, respect, and professional pride are at the heart of everything we do\nExcellent training and career development opportunities\nEmployee Assistance Programme, occupational health and wellbeing support services\nEveryday saving perks - Access to a wide range of retail discounts and savings\nFree on-site parking\nRewarding connections - Refer a Friend bonus - earn up to £750 per successful referral because great people know great people.\nSupport and reimbursement of your revalidation costs and NMC annual fees.What you'll be doing:\nUpholding the values of Hamberley Care Homes and leading the Clinical and Care teams.\nProviding leadership, support and supervision for clinical and care staff as advised by the Home Manager.\nOn call duties according to the needs of the home and Home Manager.\nWithin scope of practice and knowledge, researching, devising and delivering written and verbal training modules and workshops to improve delivery of care.\nProviding feedback to Home Manager on any areas of staff improvement.\nSupporting the Home Manager with clinically related aspects of the home including, assessments of potential residents, liaising with commissioners and stakeholders.\nLeading team and clinical review meetings.\nWorking with the Home Manager and QA teams to ensure effective and safe clinical practice is maintained. Carrying out investigations and responding to any complaints or concerns.Could you be part of our team?\n\nWe are recruiting for a Clinical Lead to join our dynamic team. The successful applicant will be/have:\nRegistered Nurse with valid NMC Pin and demonstrable post registration experience\nManaging or mentoring experience.\nPrevious experience working as a Senior Nurse or staff nurse or registered nurse in a Care Home environment is desirable.\nPeople Management experience\nPossess committed and organised approach.\nA confident communicator with excellent verbal and written communication skills.If this sounds like you and you're looking for a fulfilling role that makes a genuine impact in the lives of others, this rewarding career is for you.\n\nDue to the high level of interest we anticipate for this role, we may close this advert earlier than the stated closing date to manage applications effectively. If you're interested in joining us at Hamberley, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.\n\nJoin us at Southamptons most stunning care home\n\nTempleton Place Care Home is a luxurious care home in Nursling, Southampton, part of the award-winning Hamberley Care Homes - offering luxury care homes in beautiful locations throughout the UK. Residents live in spacious, stylish ensuite rooms, and enjoy beautifully furnished shared spaces and landscaped gardens. From the deluxe picture house - where we screen classic films - to the on-site luxury spa - offering hairdressing, manicures and relaxing therapies - everything has been designed and finished with the care and attention you would expect from a 5-star hotel.\n\nHamberley People\n\nWe respect and value our residents and each other. At Hamberley Care Homes, we believe in the importance of what we do and why we do it. Creative and empowered, our people see every day as an opportunity for growth and development. We make ideas happen. Together we can achieve anything.\n\nBe part of something special. Be part of Hamberley

Foster Care Associates (The FCA)\nRole: Senior/Supervising Social Worker\nBasic Salary: Up to £41,960.42 per annum, dependent upon experience\nLocation: Remote, supporting Foster Parents in Southampton and Hampshire\n\nBenefits\n\nCompany Car or £2,000 Car Allowance\n\n30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service, plus bank holidays, pro rata\n\nLife Assurance\n\nCompany Pension\n\nOn-site Free Parking\n\nEmployee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan\n\nAbout Us\n\nSet up by a former Foster Parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers.\n\nThe business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today.\n\nWe've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same: "to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities", and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential.\n\nToday, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and Foster Parent, every single minute of the day.\n\nDuties Will Include\n\nSupport Foster Parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care\n\nSupport and monitor the continued suitability and competence of Foster Parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people\n\nEnsure that Foster Parents fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures\n\nProvide and record regular supervision to allocated Foster Parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards\n\nWork in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the Foster Parent household, e.g. respite, activities, therapy and holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined\n\nEnsure each child and Foster Parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation\n\nAttend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care\n\nPromote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community\n\nParticipate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis\n\nParticipate in the day duty system on a rota basis, supporting the referrals team\n\nUndertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments\n\nYou Must Have\n\nA Social Work qualification\n\nProfessional registration with Social Work England or equivalent\n\nProven ability to produce a high standard of report writing\n\nA comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures\n\nThe willingness and ability to travel extensively, including occasional nights away\n\nConfidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations\n\nFull driving licence\n\nContact\nFor more information about this post, please contact Caroline Ellis, Registered Manager, on (phone number removed) or Ray Kalaker, Fostering Service Manager, on (phone number removed).\n\nTo be considered, please apply and we will be in touch.\n\nNo agencies please.\n\nFoster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the Disability Confident Employer by Jobcentre Plus.\n\nThe successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.\n\nPandoLogic. Category:Social Services, Keywords:Adoption Social Worker, Location:Southampton, ENG-SO14 3TJ

Customer Service Agent\n\nSalary: £26,500 per annum\n\nLocation: Southampton\n\nContract: Full Time, Permanent\n\nHours: 37.5 hours per week. (Shifts between 8 am - 6 pm Monday – Friday, roughly one Saturday per month and one bank holiday per year).\n\nCustomer Service Agent:\n\nAre you an empathetic and positive individual looking for a customer service role where your efforts are genuinely appreciated? We're currently recruiting on behalf of a fantastic client who is searching for a dedicated Customer Service Agent to join their team in Southampton, conveniently located opposite Southampton Central train station.\n\nOur Client's Commitment to You & Their Customers:\n\nOur client is an award-winning loan provider, dedicated to offering affordable finance and delivering first-class customer service. Their 'Excellent' Trustpilot score of 4.9 speaks for itself! They're proud of their supportive 'family feel' workplace, where your happiness is essential, and everyone strives to do the right thing for their customers.\n\nYour Role Will Involve:\n\n Being the primary point of contact for customers via inbound and outbound calls, emails, and SMS.\n\n Managing existing accounts, providing sustainable repayment strategies, and resolving queries.\n\n Confidently supporting customers in vulnerable situations, offering tailored solutions (full training provided).\n\nOur Client Is Looking For Individuals Who Are:\n\n Excellent Communicators: Able to listen, empathise, and negotiate effectively to build customer confidence.\n\n Collaborative Team Players: You'll thrive in a lively environment, be personable, and someone they can rely on.\n\n Customer-Centric: You genuinely care about helping others and are passionate about delivering service that leaves customers worry-free.\n\n Growth-Minded: Eager for feedback and motivated to develop your skills and career.\n\n Tech-Savvy: Comfortable with computer systems and excited to use their state-of-the-art servicing platform.\n\n Positive & Enthusiastic: Bringing a 'whatever it takes' attitude and contributing to their happy workplace culture.\n\nWhile experience in finance or a regulated environment is beneficial, it's not mandatory. Our client provides ongoing industry and company-specific training, along with coaching to help you achieve your personal goals and advance your career.\n\nWhat Our Client Offers:\n\n Attractive Bonus Scheme: Quarterly bonus based on quality, attitude, and business performance.\n\n Holiday Allowance: 22 days plus bank holidays, increasing with tenure.\n\n Flexible Dress Code: Wear what makes you comfortable.\n\n Comprehensive Coverage: Life Cover (4x basic salary), Dental, Cycle to Work, and Pension.\n\n Employee Discounts: Access hundreds of discounts via Perk Box.\n\n Health & Well-being: Free GP & counselling support services.\n\n Refer a Friend: You could earn up to £500 for each successful colleague referral.\n\n Career Progression: Regular coaching, feedback, shadowing, and monthly 1-2-1s to support your growth.\n\n Community Involvement: Optional paid volunteering time with their Charities Committee.\n\n * Fun Socials: Enjoy summer parties, quiz nights, and team-building events organised by their Social Committee!\n\nIf you're looking for a role where you can make a real difference to people's lives, thrive in a supportive and energetic environment, and are based in or around Southampton, we'd love to hear from you. Join a growing team of 100 individuals on an exciting journey

At Intersafe we’re hiring an Operations Administrator to join our expanding team. If you’re a highly organised and motivated individual looking to develop your career within operations and administration, this may be the perfect opportunity for you. Experience within an administrative or operations support role is preferred and if you believe you have the skills and confidence to succeed; we want to hear from you.\n\nYou will be responsible for supporting the Operations Team with a wide range of administrative and organisational tasks to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the business. A key part of your role will be assisting Contract Managers and QS’s with scheduling and planning works, booking works with clients, monitoring engineer training completion, and chasing daily PAT downloads and required paperwork from engineers.\n\nYou will upload paperwork to client portals, complete remedial job sheets, process timesheets for approval, and provide administrative support across the wider operations team. In addition, you will provide cover for the Office Manager when required and ensure tasks are completed within required deadlines. This is a role that requires adaptability, excellent communication skills, exceptional attention to detail, and strong IT skills.\n\nWhat you receive for joining us:\n\nWe’re offering a competitive salary depending on experience working 37.5hrs per week but this is negotiable. Additionally we offer 20 days holiday per year plus bank holidays and a company pension. \n\nHere’s a look at some of the things you’ll be doing:\n\nAssist the Operations Team, Contract Managers and QS’s with scheduling, planning and booking works with clients while ensuring all tasks are completed within required timeframes\nMonitor CPD, Tool Box Talks and Kallidus training, chase engineers to complete training, and ensure required paperwork and PAT downloads are submitted daily\nUpload paperwork to client portals, complete remedial job sheets, process timesheets, and provide general administrative support to ensure smooth operations\nMaintain excellent communication with the Operations Manager, provide cover for the Office Manager when required, and complete additional company tasks and Health & Safety training as needed\n\nCan you show experience in some of these areas:\n\nExcellent organisational, communication and time management skills with the ability to adapt to different tasks and processes\nStrong IT skills with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple administrative duties efficiently\nAbility to work independently and as part of a team while supporting operational deadlines and priorities\nA flexible and proactive approach with the willingness to work outside of core business hours when required\n\nIntersafe is proud to be part of Complii is a leading organisation widely recognised for its commitment to providing unparalleled safety and regulatory compliance services. With specialised divisions focusing on Electrical, Fire, and Water services, we excel as an integrated provider. Trusted as compliance partners, we collaborate with clients in sectors such as Education, Health, Care Homes, Public Sector, Local Authority, Industry, Pharmaceutical, Hospitality, Leisure, Food & Beverage, Retail, and Media, to ensure risk reduction, safety improvement, and regulatory compliance

Be Part of Our Team We are currently seeking hosts for groups in Bideford and surrounding areas. Who are we looking for We are looking for compassionate, empathetic and versatile people who would like to use their own home to host a socially interactive friendship group. Groups consist of 4 older people for up to 2 full days per week, depending on the need in the area. This is a paid role which could also suit anyone who would otherwise seek to volunteer. Our mission at The Filo Project Our mission is to provide enriching day care for people living with dementia and the challenges of older age. Through meaningful, social days out in a welcoming home setting, we are dedicated to harnessing the therapeutic power of friendship. We strive to show that life can be joyful and expansive at any stage. You will be hosting clients in your own home To become a host you must have - An accessible home with minimal steps and a downstairs toilet A 5 door car with 3 full rear seats and seatbelts A full driving licence Availability for up to two full days every week between the hours of 9.00am and 5.00pm What do we offer you A daily rate of pay of £110 plus allowances for lunches and mileage Enrolment in a pension scheme 6 weeks paid holiday (pro rata) Full training and support An enhanced DBS check Our host wellbeing program Key Responsibilities Collect and deliver your clients from their homes in your car Provide a socially interactive day where everyone is valued Provide a freshly cooked two course lunch Job Types: Part-time, Permanent Salary: £110 per day Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday (up to two full days every week) Our organisation is committed to safe and fair recruitment, safeguarding and protecting those we care for and serve. We make sure all our staff are vetted, selected, trained, and supervised fairly and to a high standard so that they can provide safe, effective, and compassionate care. TPBN1_UKTJ

This is a great opportunity to join a successful, established business who have a global presence with specialist material manufacturing sites strategically positioned across the UK, Germany, Brazil, and China. They are looking for an enthusiastic and visionary Production Engineer to be a part of the evolution of the engineering team. Not only will you be looking at the existing equipment and processes you will have a key role in reinventing or introducing the new ones. Advanced automation is the future, so you will need to be self-driven and largely autonomous to create, find and implement new technology. While their primary focus is Advanced Composite Machining, prior composite experience is not a prerequisite—on the job training will be provided to the right candidate. This role offers excellent work-life balance, including a half-day Friday and a generous holiday allowance of 25 days plus statutory days. Key Responsibilities • Automation & Future Tech: Research external machining trends, perform cost/benefit analysis, and write CapEx justifications to introduce automated systems to the shop floor (i.e. Cobots)., • Process Evolution: Shift repeating orders toward de-skilled, highly efficient processes., • Advanced Fixturing: Design and develop common tooling systems, modular fixtures, and single point workholding (Doosan, Hedelius, Berlotti)., • CAD/CAM & Programming: Generate high-tier models, assemblies, and drawings on CAD, and prove out complex machining programs on CAM., • Collaborative Costing: Partner with customers, suppliers, and internal engineering teams to generate accurate product costings and resolve high-level technical issues., • Quality & Standards: Ensure all manufacturing processes comply with rigorous aerospace and automotive standards (AS9100, ISO9001, TS16949)., • What Success Looks Like (KPIs), • On-time delivery of new customer products to exact specifications., • Measurable cycle time reductions and cost-saving implementations., • Speed and accuracy in turning around technical quotations., • Successful deployment of new machining and automation concepts. General Expectations • An excellent of understanding of drawing tolerances, • Ensure a safe working environment for all employees., • Ensure all areas of responsibility operate within the requirements of ISO9001, AS9100, TS16949 and SC21, • Ensure equality of employment in accordance with the KREMPEL’s policies, • Encourage good lines and levels of communications and a working environment where all employees feel part of the business and are aware, where appropriate, of what is going on, • Develop an open style at all levels of the business to allow a free flow of ideas and suggestions, • Understand the importance of Customer Care both in relation to internal and external, • Work in a ‘Quality’ driven culture where you understand the need to produce products and services right first time., • What You Bring to the Team The Must-Haves: • Proven track record creating, setting, and fault-diagnosing complex CNC programs., • Masterful understanding of engineering drawings and tight geometric tolerances., • Experience navigating strict quality management frameworks (AS9100 / TS16949)., • A safety-first mindset and a passion for driving a "right-first-time" quality culture. he Nice-to-Haves: • An inquisitive, analytical mind always looking for the "next big thing" in manufacturing., • Proficiency in SolidWorks for generating models, assemblies, and drawings, • Strong CAD/CAM proficiency., • Experience with Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies