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  • Health & Safety Advisor Placement Programme
    Health & Safety Advisor Placement Programme
    3 days ago
    £25000–£45000 yearly
    Full-time
    Leicester

    Are you looking to kick-start a new career in health & safety? We are recruiting for companies who are looking to employ our Health & Safety Traineeship graduates to keep up with their growth. The best part is you will not need any previous experience as full training will be provided. You will also have the reassurance of a job guarantee within 20 miles of your location upon completion. Whether you are working full time, part-time or unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you. The traineeship is completed in 4 easy steps, Step 1 - IOSH - Managing Safely Here you will learn about the basics of health and safety. Step 2 - NEBOSH Now you will decide whether you would like to study the NEBOSH General, Construction or the Fire Safety course, depending on the path that you intend your career to follow. You will have an expert tutor on hand if required. Step 3 - Risk Assessments You will write a series of risk assessments that need to be up to a workplace standard. This is a requirement to gain your NEBOSH certification. Step 4 - NEBOSH Exams The exams can be sat in one of the official NEBOSH testing centres, or online. (Online only currently available for general certificate). Your Job Upon Completion Once you have completed all of the mandatory training and exams, we will place you into an entry level health & safety role as either a advisor, officer or coordinator, where you will be guaranteed a starting salary of £25K-£45K. We have partnered with a number of large organisations strategically located throughout the UK, providing a nationwide reach of jobs for our candidates. At a one off cost of £1099, or a deposit of £162 followed by 10 interest free monthly instalments of £113, this represents a great opportunity to start a rewarding career in health & safety and have a real career ladder to start climbing. If you are not offered a role at the end of the training we will refund 100% of your course fees.

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  • Senior Support Worker
    Senior Support Worker
    3 days ago
    Full-time
    Leicester

    Providence Care and Support is seeking a committed, motivated, and resilient Senior Support Worker capable of stepping into an Assistant Manager role. The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion and ambition for supporting vulnerable adults with challenging behaviours and mental health conditions. Applicants must hold a minimum Level 3 qualification (e.g., NVQ or Diploma in Health and Social Care) and have at least 3 years of experience in a Senior Support Worker role. This position involves leading and supporting a team of support workers in providing care within a supported accommodation setting. It requires strong leadership skills, relevant health and social care experience, and the ability to oversee operations within a busy unit. Key Responsibilities Leading and Supervising • Oversee and manage a team of support workers, ensuring they are well-trained, competent, and supported., • Carry out HR duties at designated unit(s)., • Manage and chair in-house team meetings., • Provide hands-on support to the individuals we support, including personal care and hygiene assistance where required. Care Planning • Develop, implement, and regularly update personalised care/support plans based on each individual's needs and preferences., • Complete daily notes, incident reports, reviews, risk assessments, and support plans. Health Monitoring • Monitor service users' health and well-being., • Administer medication in accordance with policies and procedures., • Ensure all medical appointments are scheduled and attended, and that records are kept up to date. Staff Development • Provide guidance, mentoring, and supervision to support workers., • Ensure staff follow policies, procedures, and care standards. Risk Management • Identify, assess, and manage potential risks to ensure the safety of service users and staff., • Handle challenging behaviours with professionalism, offering direction and support to the team., • Complete incident documentation and share feedback with the manager and external professionals in line with policies and procedures. Safeguarding • Demonstrate a strong understanding of safeguarding principles., • Adhere strictly to safeguarding policies to protect service users from harm. Crisis Intervention • Respond promptly and effectively to crisis situations., • Ensure the safety and well-being of all involved. Direct Support • Provide direct care, including personal care, medication administration, and monitoring physical and mental health. Daily Living Support • Assist service users with everyday tasks such as meal preparation, housekeeping, budgeting, and managing appointments. Emotional Support • Offer emotional support and encouragement., • Help individuals build coping strategies and maintain mental wellness. Essential Personal Qualities • Empathy and Compassion: Strong ability to connect with individuals experiencing mental health challenges., • Patience and Resilience: Stay calm and supportive in difficult or stressful situations., • Problem-Solving: Able to assess and resolve issues independently and efficiently., • Communication: Clear verbal and written communication with service users, families, professionals, and colleagues., • Be computer literate, with experience using care management software., • Have excellent administrative, organisational, and communication skills., • Be capable of identifying service user needs and compiling care and risk assessments., • Carry out regular reviews of support provided to individuals., • Establish and maintain effective communication with families and professionals., • Attend meetings as delegated by the manager., • Support, mentor, and assess new and existing care workers through the induction process., • Conduct spot checks and audits to ensure compliance and quality standards., • Provide supervision and ongoing support to team members., • Complete quality monitoring checks and audits across all areas of service delivery., • Participate in the on-call rota and respond to emergencies as needed., • Ensure all documentation complies with Knightley Care policies, CQC requirements, and commissioning body standards., • Maintain clear communication between management, staff, service users, and professionals., • Conduct staff supervisions, appraisals, and team meetings., • Support service users and staff to ensure a high-quality, continuous service., • Motivate the team, encourage innovation, and maintain high standards., • Provide office cover when required., • Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment., • Represent the company professionally, both internally and externally., • Be flexible, reliable, and committed., • Possess strong people management and leadership abilities., • Have a strong understanding of mental health conditions, treatments, and care pathways. Key Responsibilities Will Be • Supporting and managing a team of care workers., • Creating detailed rotas/schedules and providing verbal and written guidance to staff., • Maintaining confidentiality at all times., • Acting as a key point of contact for both service users and staff., • Supporting the team to ensure high-quality care is consistently delivered., • Responding to telephone and email communications promptly and professionally., • Providing ongoing updates to the Manager and Care Manager., • Experience and Competencies, • A minimum of 3 years of hands-on care experience, including senior-level responsibilities., • A proactive, business-aware individual able to manage a variety of tasks effectively., • Competent in completing assessments, risk assessments, incident reports, and support plans., • Confident navigating CQC-related documentation and compliance requirements., • Experienced in engaging with Adult Social Care processes and professionals., • Comfortable attending and contributing to multidisciplinary reviews., • Skilled in managing challenging behaviour., • Able to lead by example, direct support staff, and foster a team-oriented culture., • Capable of developing and implementing policies., • Proficient in administrative duties related to care provision., • Experienced in managing team performance and supporting service users effectively., • Able to represent the service in reviews and meetings with commissioners and social workers., • Knowledgeable about Adult Social Care systems and safeguarding responsibilities., • Holds a minimum Level 3 NVQ/Diploma in Health and Social Care., • Demonstrated success supervising staff and managing a care unit., • Flexible to work across various care projects as needed., • In-depth understanding of mental health, autism, and learning disabilities., • Strong working knowledge of:, • Mental Health Act, • Mental Capacity Act, • Discharge planning, • Statutory mental health services, • Collaborative work with CPNs, Social Workers, and Community Mental Health Teams Salary: £28,000 – £32,000 per annum (depending on experience and ability to meet all requirements) Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday (9am–5pm), with flexibility including occasional sleep-in duties and on-call responsibilities.

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  • Loft Boarding Installer
    Loft Boarding Installer
    2 months ago
    Full-time
    Leicester

    Head Installer – Loft Boarding & Access Solutions We’re looking for a skilled and reliable tradesperson to join our team as a Head Installer. If you take pride in your workmanship and enjoy leading jobs from start to finish, this could be the ideal role for you. What You Can Expect • Steady work Monday to Friday (optional Saturdays available), • Daily rate: £115–£130, depending on experience, • Company van and fuel card included for work use, • A friendly, supportive team that values professionalism, • Full training, branded workwear and PPE provided What We’re Looking For • At least 3 years’ experience in carpentry or a similar trade, • High attention to detail and a commitment to delivering quality results, • Confidence to run installations independently and interact professionally with customers, • Full UK driving licence, • (Required) Carpentry experience: 5 years About the Role As our Head Installer, you’ll carry out a variety of loft improvement tasks including: • Fitting loft boarding systems, • Installing loft hatches and access ladders, • Laying insulation, • Ensuring each job meets safety standards and our high-quality expectations You’ll be the face of the company on-site, helping customers make the most of their loft space while maintaining a tidy, safe, and professional work area. Job Details • Job Type: Full-time, • Pay: £115.00–£130.00 per day, • Work Location: Various sites but we based in Leicester If you are happy to relocate we can give some contribution

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