**Job Overview:** We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Care Manager to oversee and coordinate our residential, day, and domiciliary care services. The successful candidate will ensure that our services meet the highest standards of care, comply with regulatory requirements, and align with our organization's values and objectives. **Key Responsibilities:** Service Management: 1. Oversee the daily operations of residential, day, and domiciliary care services. 2. Ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care that meets individual client needs. 3. Develop and implement care plans in collaboration with clients, families, and healthcare professionals. Staff Leadership: 1. Recruit, train, and manage care staff, fostering a supportive and effective team environment. 2. Conduct regular staff evaluations and provide ongoing professional development opportunities. Compliance and Quality Assurance: 1. Ensure services comply with all relevant legislation, regulations, and standards. 2. Monitor and evaluate service delivery, implementing improvements as necessary. ** Financial Oversight:** 1. Manage budgets effectively, ensuring resources are used efficiently. 2. Monitor financial performance and implement cost-control measures. Stakeholder Engagement: 1. Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, families, staff, and external agencies. 2. Represent CareX Group in meetings with regulatory bodies and other stakeholders. **Qualifications and Experience:** 1. Proven experience in a managerial role within the care sector. 2. Relevant qualifications in health and social care (e.g., NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Health and Social Care). 3. Strong knowledge of care regulations and standards. 4. Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. 5. Ability to manage budgets and resources effectively. ** What We Offer:** 1. Competitive salary and benefits package. 2. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. 3. A supportive and collaborative working environment. 4. The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients.
Tasks required by this job include: · Prepare digital files for printing using software like Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, or Photoshop. · Perform colour correction, proofing, and platemaking for offset printing. · Ensure files meet print specifications (bleed, resolution, etc.). · Operate and maintain digital and offset printing presses (e.g., Xerox, Heidelberg, HP Indigo). · Monitor print quality, adjust ink levels, and troubleshoot mechanical issues. · Follow job orders to ensure correct paper stock, colours, and quantities. Requirements: · Perform cutting, folding, stapling, laminating, and binding (saddle stitch, perfect binding, etc.). · Operate finishing equipment (guillotine cutters, collators, etc.).it is essential that you have great self-management abilities. · Inspect printed materials for defects and ensure consistency. · Maintain colour accuracy and alignment standards. · Clean and perform routine maintenance on printers and finishing machines. · Report major malfunctions to supervisors. · Monitor ink, paper, and other supply levels. · Assist with ordering materials as needed. · Follow workplace safety protocols (handling chemicals, operating machinery). · Adhere to copyright and confidentiality policies for sensitive materials.
AZ Catalyst is a UK-based consultancy dedicated to supporting startups and SMEs across various sectors. We specialise in helping innovative businesses grow through strategic planning, funding guidance, and tailored support services. Our team is passionate about quality, impact, and delivering measurable results. As part of our ongoing expansion, we are seeking a skilled and committed Quality Control Technician to ensure excellence across our operations. **Job Overview:** As a Quality Control Technician, you will be responsible for monitoring, inspecting, and testing processes and outputs to ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements. You will play a critical role in maintaining the integrity and consistency of our services and deliverables, identifying quality issues, and helping implement continuous improvements. **Key Responsibilities:** 1. Perform detailed inspections and quality checks on operational procedures, outputs, and documentation 2. Evaluate processes for compliance with company policies, client expectations, and applicable standards (e.g., ISO, regulatory frameworks) 3. Record, report, and analyse quality data and metrics to identify trends and potential areas for improvement 4. Collaborate with project and service delivery teams to identify root causes of quality issues and recommend corrective/preventive actions 5. Maintain and update quality control documentation, including checklists, reports, and compliance logs 6. Assist in the preparation and execution of internal and external audits 7. Participate in quality training and contribute to the development of best practices within the company 8. Support continuous improvement initiatives across all areas of the business **Candidate Requirements:** 1. Proven experience in a Quality Control or Quality Assurance role (minimum 1-2 years preferred) 2. Familiarity with quality management systems, tools, and standards (e.g., ISO 9001, Six Sigma principles, or industry-specific QA practices) 3. Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and analytical thinking 4. Strong problem-solving ability and capability to work with cross-functional teams 5. Proficiency in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.) and quality-related software or tools 6. Clear communication skills, both written and verbal 7. Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment What We Offer: 1. Competitive salary and benefits 2. Opportunities for professional growth and development 3. A supportive and collaborative team environment 4. The chance to contribute to exciting, high-impact projects with innovative companies