Instructor Technician in Carpentry
Chichester College Group - Chichester
£26,500 to £26,597 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
This is a full-time supportive role that will help teaching staff prepare workshops and materials for lessons in general construction skills such as carpentry and furniture making. This role gives you the opportunity help people learn new skills and develop themselves into construction professionals of the future. You will be competent in the use of wood machine equipment and be open to opportunities for training and development. As our Instructor/Technician in Carpentry you will: • To be responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of the workshop equipment, teaching resources and the preparation and supervision of designated areas. • To provide technical support to staff and students, including safe use and maintenance of equipment. • To ensure that stores area and yard are kept in a safe and tidy condition. • To instruct and supervise students to ensure success in theory and practical sessions and assist with student assessments. What we can offer you in this role: • Opportunity for personal development. • Working with an energetic forward-thinking area. • Support young people to achieve their future careers. • Opportunity for professional development. What you will bring to the role: • Industry experience within the wood trades sector. • Practical experience in the maintenance and upkeep of woodworking tools and equipment. • Sound knowledge of health and safety legislation, regulations, and safe working practices. Our Staff Benefits - see attached job pack for further information. • Local Government Pension Scheme, with the Group contributing 15% of your actual pensionable pay. • 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days in line with continuous service, plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement • Access to a range of discount schemes including shopping, restaurants, gym, travel, cinema and onsite facilities. • Employee Assistance Programme. • Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave. • Continuous professional development opportunities. Closing date: 2/11/2026 Interview date: 12/11/2026
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Senior Work Placement Coach
Chichester College Group - RH10 1NR
£28,063 - £30,668 per annum, plus £610.08 Crawley Weighting Allowance
On-sitePermanentFull time
Senior Work Placement Coach 325365 Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to learners’ lives and future careers? As our Senior Work Placement Coach, you will: · Work with staff, students and employers to facilitate and monitor the completion of industry placements and work placements for students on study programmes. · Support the Progression Plus Manager in the coordination, implementation and delivery of high-quality industry placements and work placements for students on study programmes. · Line manage a team of Work Placement Coaches to support them to deliver a high-quality service across defined college clusters. What we can offer you in this role: · A diverse student body, positive atmosphere, ample support services, innovative teaching methods, community engagement and a celebration of individual differences. · An environment that fosters personal growth and collaboration, to change lives through learning. · We actively encourage applications from those seeking part-time roles, job shares, or other flexible working arrangements. Whether you're balancing caring responsibilities, pursuing personal goals, or simply seeking a healthier rhythm between life and work, we’re here to support you. What you will bring to the role: · Proven experience in customer service and negotiation. · Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people at all ages and levels, verbally and in writing. · Time management skills, organisational skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines. · Ability to work alone and as part of a team with interpersonal skills. Our Staff Benefits - see attached job pack for further information. · Local Government Pension Scheme, with the Group contributing 15% of your actual pensionable pay. · 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days in line with continuous service, plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement. · Access to a range of discount schemes including shopping, restaurants, gym, travel, cinema and onsite facilities. · Employee Assistance Programme. · Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave. · Continuous professional development opportunities. For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Ciara Williams (Progression Plus Manager) at Ciara.Williams@GBMC.ac.uk. Closing date: 19 October 2026 Interview date: 28 October 2026
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Instructor/Technician in Arboriculture
Chichester College Group - RH20 1DL
Pro rata of £26,500 per annum (i.e. £4,760.08)
On-siteContractPart time
Fixed term until 9 July 2027 We are recruiting for an Arboriculture Instructor/Technician with a Forestry and/or Arboriculture background who is passionate about supporting effective teaching, learning and assessment. You will hold a recognised Forestry or Arboriculture qualification at level 3 or above and preferably have experience working in the arboriculture industry. You will have competency NPTC certificates, including chainsaw maintenance, cross cutting, felling of small trees, tree climbing and aerial rescue. An Arboriculture/Forestry first aid certificate would also be preferred. As part of the duties, you will need to support the practical delivery of both theory and practical sessions, covering climbing techniques and chainsaw maintenance and operations to a diverse group of students. You will need to have a sound knowledge of relevant industry legislation and codes of practice and have proven industry experience. As our Forestry and Arboriculture Instructor/Technician you will: • Prepare practical equipment and safe working areas for the delivery of our forestry and arboriculture courses. • Support the lead lecturer in the training, teaching and delivery ensuring that all safety measures are adhered to and risk assessed accordingly. • Maintain service records of equipment and manage inspection visits and recommendations/actions. • Maintain and manage college arboriculture resources to the highest safety standards. What we can offer you in this role: • An exceptional place to work across our 540 acres estate and woodland areas • Professional development opportunities and pathways into teaching • Being part of a professional team with exceptional high standards and success What you will bring to the role: • Experience working within the arboriculture or forestry industry • Up to date NPTC certificates in climbing and chainsaw competence • High expectations of safe working conditions and risk management knowledge and skills Our Staff Benefits - see attached job pack for further information. • Local Government Pension Scheme, with the Group contributing 15% of your actual pensionable pay. • 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days in line with continuous service, plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement • Access to a range of discount schemes including shopping, restaurants, gym, travel, cinema and onsite facilities. • Employee Assistance Programme. • Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave. • Continuous professional development opportunities. Closing date: 19/10/2026 Interview date: 4/11/2026
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Senior Commercial Manager - Capital | Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust - Bristol
£49,387 - £56,515 pa pro rata
PermanentFull time
We have an exciting opportunity for an experiencedSenior Commercial Managerto join our Capital Team and take a leading role in the commercial management of our ambitious capital programme. This is a senior and influential position, providing expert commercial leadership across a capital programme of approximately£100m. You will work closely with project teams, Finance, Procurement, property consultants, contractors and senior stakeholders to ensure our investment delivers excellent value for money and successful outcomes for our patients, staff and services. We’re looking for an experienced commercial professional with a strong background in capital projects, budget management and construction contracts, including NEC and/or JCT. You’ll have a relevant qualification or equivalent experience, appropriate professional membership, and the confidence to provide expert commercial advice and influence stakeholders at all levels. As our commercial lead for capital projects, you will oversee the financial, contractual and procurement aspects of a diverse portfolio of projects and provide specialist advice throughout their development and delivery. You will lead on budget setting, forecasting, financial reporting and commercial governance, as well as supporting complex procurement and contractual matters. You will also play an important role in shaping our longer-term capital plans and Estates Strategy. Working as part of the senior Capital Team, you will: • Lead the commercial and financial management of major capital projects and programmes. • Oversee capital budget setting, forecasting, accruals and financial performance reporting. • Provide expert advice on construction contracts, includingNEC and JCT. • Lead on commercial aspects of procurement exercises, tender evaluations and contract management. • Identify and manage commercial and financial risks, ensuring projects remain affordable and deliver value for money. • Lead and support negotiations with contractors, consultants and key internal and external stakeholders. • Help develop commercial policies, processes and ways of working across the Capital Team. • Mentor and develop colleagues, strengthening commercial capability across the wider team. • Promote innovation, sustainability and continuous improvement throughout our capital programme. Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston. With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge. For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description attached to this vacancy. This advert closes on Friday 16 Oct 2026
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Medical PA | The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust - Chelsea
£28,392 - £31,157 Per Annum
ContractFull time
The Head and Neck department are seeking an experienced medical PA to cover a fixed term position of 12 months within our unit. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of a comprehensive Medical P.A. service to our Head and Consultants. This post is vital to the smooth running of the unit and you should possess excellent interpersonal, verbal communication and organisational skills. Experience of Medical PA duties and diary management is essential. Experience leading a team and working within a hospital is highly desirable. The difference between the role of a Medical P.A. and that of a Medical Secretary is the level of responsibility. To undertake a Medical P.A. position, the post holder will need to either: • Be the only secretarial member of staff working for the consultant, and hence will be required to cover a wide range of duties incorporating diary management and the co-ordination of all clinical / administrative / academic work. Or: • Take the lead role in the organisation of a consultant’s clinical practice (including the line management of other secretarial staff) where the size of the consultant’s practice justifies more than one member of staff to support it. The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital. At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do. At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements. For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification: • To act as the first point of contact for users of the service, and to proactively deal with telephone enquiries from patients, their Carers, GPs and colleagues in other hospitals in a professional manner. • To type and distribute clinical and general correspondence for both NHS and private patients in line with Trust standards. • To process new patient referrals within Trust and nationally agreed time frames, enabling compliance with quality standards for the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. • To open and action your own electronic and paper mail and that of the consultant team, at least once a day. • To input and maintain patient diagnoses and current clinical unit data on the Hospital Information System, and other patient-related information as required. • To keep a record of the movement of medical records passing through the secretarial office, and to maintain the notes (e.g. filing of correspondence and results) to enable continuity of care. This advert closes on Friday 16 Oct 2026
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Clinical Research Nurse | The Christie NHS Foundation Trust
The Christie NHS Foundation Trust - Manchester
£39,959 - £48,117 Per annum, Pro rata
PermanentFull time
This post presents an excellent opportunity to join the establishing and expanding Breast Research team with a varied portfolio of early and late clinical trials as a Clinical Research Nurse (CRN). Research nursing is an exciting and developing role, supported through the R&I division with a good education and development package in place to ensure that staff reach their potential. Central to this role is the responsibility of assessing and managing the complex needs of patients participating in a clinical trial, including the delivery of all specified treatments for participants in research within a multidisciplinary team. Key responsibilities of the post include the coordination of the trial protocols and working alongside the clinical trial coordinators. A background in oncology, flexibility in working, excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Experience in clinical research and/or breast malignancies would be desirable. An informal discussion about the post is strongly recommended with the possibility to spend some time with the team to understand better the requirement of the role. The CRN will be involved in every stage of the portfolio activities including feasibility reviews of new clinical trial opportunities, set-up and activation of new trials, patient recruitment and management, supporting team with data query resolution, reviewing protocol amendments, providing patient-centred insights to the research delivery team by supporting both the patients and the team through all aspects of clinical research of the Breast portfolio. With support from the team the CRN will ensure that the safety and wellbeing of the patients is maintained within the requirement of the multi-regulatory frameworks for clinical research ensuring compliance with ICH/GCP standards and Trust SOPs. By utilising national frameworks for auditing patients experience the CRN will ensure the patients in the Breast disease portfolio studies will have the best possible experience whilst participating in clinical research. Raise the profile of the clinical research nurse and clinical trials within the trust by engaging in promotional events relating to clinical research with attendance and contributions at local, national and international meetings. Demonstrate awareness and contribution to divisional, Trust and national objectives and strategies. The Christie is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, looking after more than 64,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 25% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We are the largest radiotherapy provider in the NHS with one in 20 treatments delivered at The Christie. We have up to 15 linear accelerators operating across our network of sites. We operate the largest chemotherapy unit in the UK on our main site and treatments are also provided at 13 other networked sites, and in patients homes. And as a specialist tertiary surgical centre, we focus on rare cancers, complex procedures, and multidisciplinary approaches to cancer surgery, specialising in colorectal, peritoneal, gynaecological, urological and plastic surgery. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We have been named by the UK’s National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), as one of the best hospitals providing opportunities for patients to participate in clinical research studies, with more than 800 studies open at any time, caring for over 3,000 patients. Clinical Research Co-ordination • Work autonomously in all areas of practice relating to clinical research. • Understand and deliver care in accordance with regulatory approved clinical research protocols. • Understand the process for obtaining NHS permissions (R&D approval) for conducting clinical trials at site. As project lead, ensure permissions are in place prior to any patient recruitment. • Participate in clinical trial feasibilities and risk assessments of clinical trial protocols. • Ensure all clinical trial activities are recorded in appropriate systems in a timely manner. • Awareness of trial specific, regional and national targets. Identify and implement strategies for recruiting patients to clinical trials ensuring that targets for patient recruitment are delivered. • Delegation and oversight of research related activities to research team members (clinical and administrative) and ensure compliance with SOPs and ICH/GCP. • Arrange and facilitate clinical trial related meetings. • Involvement in appropriate financial remunerations for clinical trial activity. Clinical Service and Professional Responsibilities • Assimilation of highly complex information relating to clinical trials and communication to patients at a level appropriate to their understanding. Ensure highly sensitive information is communicated to patients, relatives, and carers regarding prognosis • Contribute to the development, implementation, and review of specialist care pathways in conjunction with appropriate personnel. • Demonstration of expert knowledge in specialist area to maintain clinical excellence. • Demonstrate awareness of divisional and trust strategic objectives including performance indicators and metrics. • Escalation of governance issues impacting on delivery of job purpose. • To act as a primary contact point for the clinical trial patients and act as adviser to other health care professionals. • Responsibility for maintenance and development of professional knowledge and practice by attending mandatory and specialist training in accordance with local policy. • Ensuring care delivery standards in accordance with trial protocol, local policy, NMC Code of Practice Conduct and current best practice. • Development and maintenance of a high-quality service by: Overseeing the safe administration of all licensed and unlicensed medicinal products within the context of a clinical trial. Overseeing assessment and evaluation of treatment toxicities and initiation of appropriate intervention. Contribute to development of specialist Standard Operating Procedures and guidelines. • Provide education and support for non-research staff in the delivery of protocol driven treatment for all patients. • Participate in monitoring and audit activities within research team • To carry out non-medical prescribing within scope of professional practice and in accordance with local policies and procedures and national legislation (optional and depending on clinical service needs). Personal Education, Training and Development • Maintain professional development whilst evaluating own specialist knowledge and practice through a process of appraisal and personal development planning. • Promote the role of the clinical research nurse as an integral part of the healthcare system. • Increase and maintain awareness of current advances in cancer treatments, research and nursing practice thereby maintaining the highest standard of care for patients with cancer and implementing evidence-based care by continuing professional development. • Participation in trust-wide education programmes and study days. • Obtain clinical supervision as appropriate. • To keep up to date with departmental, Trust, UK and EU developments for the management of clinical research ensuring timely, effective implementation of changes. • Attendance at team and divisional meeting Staff Management and Development • To Support the Senior Clinical Research Nurse in the induction and continued supervision of junior members of staff, ensuring compliance with regulatory compliance and legislation. • Support the development of specialist study days within own research team. • Assist in the provision of specialist education and training in relation to clinical trials to all key stakeholders. • Disseminate information by attendance and /or presentations at local, national and international conferences/meetings • Contribute to the development of members of the research team _______________________________________________________________ EU DIRECTIVE ICH/GCP All personnel involved in clinical research have a responsibility to ensure that clinical trials are conducted in accordance with the EU Directive and ICH/GCP. This advert closes on Friday 16 Oct 2026
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Emergency Department Assistant | Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Blackpool
£25,760 - £27,476 pa pro rata
PermanentFull time
Emergency Department Assistant Please be aware there is NO SPONSORSIP for this role. This vacancy may close early. Previous applicants need not apply. • To work as a Emergency Department Assistant within a high pressured, fast moving environment • To prioritise and deliver care to patients • To demonstrate high standards of care and set examples of best practise within the delivery of patient care in the Emergency Department • To ensure patients’ safety, privacy and dignity is maintained at all times. • Assist in age-related play and distraction therapy • To support the registered nurses of the Emergency Department • To undertake such duties as determined by the Department Managers and Matron including working within the main department during times of surge. THERE IS NO SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE Integrated medicine and Emergency Care is an exciting, diverse and large acute division which encompass many specialities – every day is different! An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us in our busy and transforming Emergency Department as an Emergency Department Assistant. Our department covers and provides a service to a population of approximately 450,000 residents, increasing during our busy holiday seasons. We consider the department to be an innovative, creative and friendly environment for those healthcare professionals who wish to provide high quality patient centred care. You will have a can do attitude and be working with people of a similar mind who are as motivated as you are to deliver high standards of care in a supportive, responsive and cheery environment. The applicant should be aware the post is extremely busy and candidates should be organised, I.T literate and able to prioritise a multitude of demands. Previous experience in care and experience in an Emergency Department is desirable but not essential. Applicants must have a flexible approach to work as shift patterns are Monday-Sunday, Days & Nights, 365 days a year. It is recommended that those considering applying for the position visit the department for more insight. As we expect a high number of applicants, the interviews will be competitive and the advert may close before the advertised end date. Working for Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust will provide you with lots of opportunity to develop your skills and further your career. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre and North Lancashire. As a Trust we are committed to: • Developing new roles and ways of working to ensure a flexible and innovative approach to staff. • Real equality of opportunity. • Continual development and learning for staff. • Achieving a work life balance. We are committed to the effective recruitment, retention and development for our employees, which is why we offer a great working environment, an attractive range of benefits and excellent opportunities for training and development. The Trust is accredited as a disability Confident employer. That means we recognise our obligations to ensure people with disabilities are afforded equal opportunity to enter employment and progress if and where possible. Main responsibilities include the essential care of patients,, safe transfer of patients around the hospital and general tasks such as waste management and maintaining a suitable and hygienic environment for our patients. The candidate will comply with all relevant policies and procedures to maintain the safety of patients within the Emergency Department. Successful candidates will ensure patient's safety, comfort and welfare and provide support to the patient's relatives and advocates as required. Please ensure that you have read the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application. This advert closes on Friday 16 Oct 2026
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Respiratory Specialist Nurse | Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust - Rochdale
£39,959 - £48,117 Pro-rata
ContractPart time
Exciting Career Opportunity in Respiratory Care Are you passionate about making a real difference in patients’ lives? Do you want to expand your expertise in Respiratory Medicine and be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team? We’re thrilled to invite applications for aRespiratory Specialist Nurseto join our innovative Enhanced Respiratory Service in Heywood, Middleton, and Rochdale, proudly part of the Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust. Why Join Us? • Be at the forefront of transforming respiratory care with a service that’s making a tangible impact—covering Pulmonary and Long COVID Rehabilitation, Early Supported Discharge, Admission Avoidance, and Community Clinics • Play a vital role in educating and supporting the wider HMR workforce, shaping the future of respiratory health What We’re Looking For: • A passionate, registered professional with experience in respiratory care ready to bring enthusiasm and dedication • A confident communicator who can work autonomously and thrive as part of a collaborative team • Someone committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care that is timely, compassionate, and responsive What We Offer: • An opportunity to develop your clinical, managerial, and leadership skills • A vibrant, supportive environment where your contribution truly makes a difference • The chance to travel across diverse locations within the Trust to meet service needs We are seeking a passionate, motivated, and experienced respiratory nurse to join our team. You must be a registered adult nurse with extensive respiratory care experience and a demonstrated commitment to professional growth. You should be an effective communicator at all levels, able to work independently, and excel in teamwork. Your focus will be providing high-quality, timely, and patient-centered care, always adhering to best practice policies and guidelines. You will receive ongoing support through regular team meetings, one-on-one coaching, and access to a multidisciplinary team of nurses, AHPs, and consultants for mentorship and development. The ideal candidate will have: • Registration as an Adult Nurse • Significant experience in respiratory care • Post-registration training in respiratory medicine • A strong desire to expand clinical skills across all respiratory conditions • A positive, adaptable approach to service development and change management • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with patients, carers, and the wider team Join us in shaping the future of respiratory health—where your skills, passion, and dedication can truly make a difference. The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives. As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential tomake a differenceand we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values -care,appreciateandinspire– to join our team. In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance. Learn more about us in ourCandidate Information Pack To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk This advert closes on Sunday 18 Oct 2026
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Personal Support Worker
Accept Care Ltd - Consett, Durham
£13.61 to £13.61 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Please read the full post details below carefully before applying. All employers are not the same. We invest in and genuinely look after our staff. We carefully hand-select people from a range of backgrounds, and experience is not always necessary. If you would like to work with a charity who supports people who have a learning disability and / or a mental health issue and think you could make a difference, then please get in touch. We'd love to hear from you. We have three sites available to work at - Consett, Esh Winning and Bearpark. This listing is for our Consett site. We will only expect you to work at one site in any working day, and you will usually always be based in a single location. You will not be travelling from house to house; We are not a domiciliary care provider. We offer excellent rates of pay (currently £13.61 per hour from 1st April 2026), and a comprehensive induction training & support package delivered by industry experts. We think we offer better training than anyone else in the area. We pay for all training and for your time attending training. Training lasts around 4 to 6 weeks. This is followed by supernumerary shadow shifts with an experienced staff member before you work directly with service users - No throwing you in at the deep end! Experience is not necessary, but if you have the right attitudes and values, we will support you through the process and teach you everything you need to know. Well, almost everything! Life experience of caring for others can be helpful. There is a two stage interview process, beginning with a formal interview then a second stage interview with some service users that you may support. Only on success at stage two would you be offered a position. We feel this is an important part of you getting to know our clients and us getting to know you. Please do not apply if you want a short-term job as this may not be the opportunity for you. We develop our staff and like to have the opportunity for long-term development. We pay every member of staff, regardless of age, the same rate of pay. So whether you are aged 18 or 85, you will be on the same hourly wage. We give 30 days of paid annual leave - 2 days more than the required minimum. We do not believe in zero hour contracts, and guarantee a minimum of 35 hours a week for those that wish to work full-time (people can often work much more if they wish to). Our minimum contract offered is 18 hours. Because of the nature of shift work, we will let you know what shifts you will be working three weeks in advance. You must also have a current right to work in the UK for at least 12 months. Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor applications for visas or applications for people without an existing right to work. We are a registered charity and every penny we make goes back into services. We normally invest over 80% (currently 86%) into direct staff costs (wages). We have no shareholders, pay no dividends and have no loans or borrowings. If you want to know more, look at our website at: http://www.acceptcare.org.uk/want-to-work-with-us%3F PLEASE NOTE: Public transport to and from Consett is limited. If you are a non-driver it would be preferable to live within 10 miles or so of one of our locations, otherwise you will not be able to get to work reliably when you need to. Please do not apply if you live a significant distance from Ash Grove and cannot drive, as it is unlikely that you could rely on public transport to get you to work on weekends, early shifts, in bad weather, or during bank holidays.
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Personal Support Worker
Accept Care Ltd - Consett, Durham
£13.61 to £13.61 an hour
On-sitePermanentFull time
Please read the full post details below carefully before applying. All employers are not the same. We invest in and genuinely look after our staff. We carefully hand-select people from a range of backgrounds, and experience is not always necessary. If you would like to work with a charity who supports people who have a learning disability and / or a mental health issue and think you could make a difference, then please get in touch. We'd love to hear from you. We have three sites available to work at - Consett, Esh Winning and Bearpark. This listing is for our Consett site. We will only expect you to work at one site in any working day, and you will usually always be based in a single location. You will not be travelling from house to house; We are not a domiciliary care provider. We offer excellent rates of pay (currently £13.61 per hour from 1st April 2026), and a comprehensive induction training & support package delivered by industry experts. We think we offer better training than anyone else in the area. We pay for all training and for your time attending training. Training lasts around 4 to 6 weeks. This is followed by supernumerary shadow shifts with an experienced staff member before you work directly with service users - No throwing you in at the deep end! Experience is not necessary, but if you have the right attitudes and values, we will support you through the process and teach you everything you need to know. Well, almost everything! Life experience of caring for others can be helpful. There is a two stage interview process, beginning with a formal interview then a second stage interview with some service users that you may support. Only on success at stage two would you be offered a position. We feel this is an important part of you getting to know our clients and us getting to know you. Please do not apply if you want a short-term job as this may not be the opportunity for you. We develop our staff and like to have the opportunity for long-term development. We pay every member of staff, regardless of age, the same rate of pay. So whether you are aged 18 or 85, you will be on the same hourly wage. We give 30 days of paid annual leave - 2 days more than the required minimum. We do not believe in zero hour contracts, and guarantee a minimum of 35 hours a week for those that wish to work full-time (people can often work much more if they wish to). Our minimum contract offered is 18 hours. Because of the nature of shift work, we will let you know what shifts you will be working three weeks in advance. You must also have a current right to work in the UK for at least 12 months. Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor applications for visas or applications for people without an existing right to work. We are a registered charity and every penny we make goes back into services. We normally invest over 80% (currently 86%) into direct staff costs (wages). We have no shareholders, pay no dividends and have no loans or borrowings. If you want to know more, look at our website at: http://www.acceptcare.org.uk/want-to-work-with-us%3F PLEASE NOTE: Public transport to and from Consett is limited. If you are a non-driver it would be preferable to live within 10 miles or so of one of our locations, otherwise you will not be able to get to work reliably when you need to. Please do not apply if you live a significant distance from Ash Grove and cannot drive, as it is unlikely that you could rely on public transport to get you to work on weekends, early shifts, in bad weather, or during bank holidays.
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