Childrens Registered Manager
Search Consultancy LTD - Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire
£55,500 to £64,500 a year
PermanentFull time
Registered Manager - Specialist Therapeutic Children's Home Salary: £55,500 - £64,500 per annum + additional sleep-in payments Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm Location: Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire Job Type: Full-time About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Registered Manager to join a specialist therapeutic children's residential service. The home is a 3-bed therapeutic setting supporting children and young people, with a strong focus on providing a safe, nurturing and supportive environment and achieving positive outcomes. As Registered Manager, you will take overall responsibility for the day-to-day management of the home, ensuring that children and young people receive high-quality care and that the service operates in line with its Statement of Purpose, regulatory requirements and safeguarding responsibilities. You will provide strong leadership to the staff team, ensuring they are confident, motivated and equipped to provide consistently high standards of care. You will also work closely with social workers, local authorities, families and other professionals involved in the care of the young people. Key Responsibilities * Take overall responsibility for the effective management and operation of the home. * Ensure children and young people have their individual needs met and achieve positive outcomes. * Provide leadership, direction, guidance and support to the staff team. * Develop and maintain a competent, motivated and confident workforce. * Ensure safeguarding, health and safety and welfare requirements are consistently met. * Maintain high standards of recording, documentation and care planning. * Ensure the home operates in accordance with its Statement of Purpose and relevant legislation. * Work collaboratively with social workers, local authorities and other professionals. * Attend professional and formal meetings and prepare appropriate reports. * Monitor the home's environment, equipment and facilities to ensure they remain safe and well maintained. * Lead the service through inspections and work towards achieving and maintaining a positive inspection outcome. * Participate in the on-call manager rota and provide out-of-hours support when required. * Promote a therapeutic, inclusive and child-centred approach throughout the home. * Support the continued professional development of staff and contribute to the development of the wider service. Essential Requirements * Previous managerial experience within a residential childcare setting. * Minimum 3 years' experience working with children and young people in residential care, including at least 2 years at senior level. * Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce or equivalent. * Experience leading and developing residential childcare teams. * Experience of inspections and regulatory requirements within children's residential care. * Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks. * Experience working with professional networks and attending multi-agency meetings. * Experience preparing formal reports and maintaining accurate records. * Good understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality. * Knowledge of child development and the needs of children and young people. * Resilience, motivation and the ability to respond effectively to challenging and changing situations. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills. * Ability to work flexibly, including occasional weekends and sleep-ins where required. * Ability to participate in an out-of-hours on-call rota. * Full UK driving licence. * Willingness to undertake an enhanced DBS check. Desirable * Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification or Level 4 Registered Manager Award, or equivalent. * Experience within a therapeutic children's residential setting. * Understanding of attachment and trauma-informed practice. * Proven positive inspection history. * Experience successfully developing staff teams and individual employees. * Commitment to ongoing professional development and further qualifications. Benefits * Competitive salary of £55,500-£64,500. * Additional sleep-in payments. * 6.6 weeks' annual leave, with additional service-related holiday entitlement. * Pension auto-enrolment scheme. * Health and medical cashback scheme. * Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 support. * Employee discount platform. * Support and funding towards professional development, including Level 5 Leadership and Management qualifications. * Refer a Friend bonus scheme. * Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave packages. * Enhanced DBS check paid for. * Reimbursement of relevant professional registration costs. Safeguarding Safeguarding and the health, safety and wellbeing of children and young people are fundamental to this role. The successful applicant will be expected to understand and follow all safeguarding policies and procedures and contribute to creating a safe, supportive home environment where children and young people can thrive. An enhanced DBS check, and overseas criminal record checks where applicable, will be required. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
Read more
EV Chargepoint Installer - Domestic Electrician
Search Consultancy LTD - Remote
£42,000 to £42,000 a year
RemotePermanentFull time
Domestic Electric Vehicle Charging Point Installer / EV Installer / Electrician £42,000 Basic Salary + Bonus (£55,000 OTE) PETERBOROUGH October start date Exciting opportunity for you to broaden your skills and contribute to the green revolution. This is the perfect time to make the move into this forward thinking and fast-growing sector of the Electrical industry. We are working with the industry leader, with a vision to change the way people drive. They have made it their mission to install a charging point everywhere you park. To make that vision a reality we need the best talent in the industry - a vision Search Energy are proud to support. You will be responsible for installing and maintaining the network of EV Charging Points, in a localised area, while representing the company in a professional manner. Customer engagement and service are as important in this role as the technical skills to complete the installations. A keen attention and focus on Health and Safety is also paramount for our installers. What's in it for you? - Competitive basic salary of £42000 - Annual £1500 bonus - Overtime available / Productivity bonus - Company hire van and fuel card - 21 days annual leave plus 8 Bank Holiday days - Employee Enhanced Benefits package EV Salary Sacrifice Car scheme Retail / Health / Gym and other services and discounts Help @ Hand Employee Assistance Programme - Wellbeing services and benefits - Workplace pension - Full time employment What we are looking for in a candidate: - Be fully competent with completing electrical certificates using digital software - An understanding of the current regulations and a focus to always remain compliant - Able to follow safe working procedures. - Excellent customer services skills, with a friendly manner and effective communication skills. It is essential that the candidate has the following skills: - Level 3 electrical installations qualification - Installation and termination of SWA cable - BS 7671 :2018, 18th edition - Minimum of 2 years Electrical Experience in domestic environment - Full UK Driving Licence Ideally you will have: -Experience of 3 phase initial verification, inspection and testing - City and Guilds EV installation 2919 or equivalent. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
Read more
Mental Health Support Worker
Search Consultancy LTD - Bury, Greater Manchester
On-sitePermanentFull time
Location: Bury Job Type: Full-time Shift: Rota - Days & Nights Start: Immediate Experience: Required We are looking for experienced Support Workers to join a mental health supported living service in Bury. The service provides step-down accommodation for individuals moving on from prison or long-term hospital stays, many of whom have a history of substance misuse and complex needs. Key Responsibilities Supporting residents to develop independent living skills, including cooking, shopping, budgeting and household tasks. Supporting attendance at health, probation and external agency appointments. Working in line with individual care plans and risk assessments. Supporting community reintegration and encouraging independence. Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviour in a calm and professional manner. Maintaining accurate records and reporting concerns appropriately. Working closely with colleagues and external professionals to provide consistent support. About You Previous experience in mental health, supported living, substance misuse, challenging behaviour, homelessness, residential care or a similar setting is essential. You will need to be reliable, resilient, compassionate and confident working with individuals with complex needs. This client is unable to offer sponsorship unfortunately Immediate start available for the right candidate. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
Read more
Process Operator
Search Consultancy LTD - Dundee, Dundee
On-siteTemporaryFull time
Process Ops - Dundee! Early AM starts between 4 and 5, no buses avail - drivers preferred or willingness to reliably make own way to site Handling meat / meat products, including carcasses, skinning, deboning and appropriately disposing of waste - heavy and manual work Upskilling opportunities e.g. butchery and knife work £13-13.50p/h Long term, ongoing opportunities for those who show commitment and eagerness to learn other skills Interested in hearing more or want to apply? Please send a copy of your up to date CV to sally.turnbull@search.co.uk or apply within. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
Read more
Decorator
Search Consultancy LTD - Glasgow, Glasgow
ContractFull time
Decorator Work on decorating a kitchen showroom, focusing on preparing and finishing internal surfaces to a high standard for customers. Role details Based in Glasgow, working on a kitchen showroom. Overview The Decorator role centres on internal painting and finishing within a kitchen showroom environment. The work exists to keep the showroom presentable and well-finished for visitors and staff, with a steady flow of decorating tasks focused on maintaining the space. What you'll focus on Preparing internal surfaces in the showroom for decoration. Applying finishes to walls and other surfaces to the required standard. Keeping the work area tidy and safe while you work. Key responsibilities Prepare walls and other internal surfaces ready for painting or finishing. Carry out painting and decorating of showroom areas to the specified standard. Protect adjacent surfaces and fixtures while working. Maintain a clean, tidy and safe work area throughout the job. Follow onsite instructions and work to agreed timescales. Use appropriate decorating tools and materials for each task. What we're looking for Experience as a decorator, ideally including internal showroom or similar environments. Strong attention to detail and ability to deliver a neat, consistent finish. CSCS card required Able to follow instructions and work to agreed timescales. Reliability, punctuality and a professional approach on site. Commitment to working safely and maintaining a tidy work area. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age
Read more
Telehandler
Search Consultancy LTD - Glasgow, Glasgow
ContractFull time
Telehandler Operators Needed - Glasgow We are currently recruiting experienced Telehandler Operators for ongoing work across Glasgow and the surrounding areas. What we're looking for: Valid CPCS or NPORS Telehandler ticket Previous experience operating telehandlers on construction sites Good understanding of site health and safety Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team Full PPE required The role: Operating the telehandler safely and efficiently Loading, unloading, and moving materials around site Supporting site teams with deliveries and general lifting duties Carrying out daily machine checks and reporting any defects Following all site health and safety procedures What we offer: Competitive hourly rates Weekly pay Ongoing work with immediate starts available Opportunities on a variety of construction projects Support from a friendly and experienced team If you're a qualified Telehandler Operator looking for your next opportunity in Glasgow, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and copies of your CPCS or NPORS certification, or contact us directly for more information. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age
Read more
Labourer
Search Consultancy LTD - Glasgow, Glasgow
On-siteContractFull time
Labourer (CSCS Required) - Glasgow City Centre Location: Glasgow City Centre Job Type: Full-time (Temporary/Potential for Ongoing Work) Salary: Competitive, depending on experience We are currently looking for a reliable and hardworking Labourer to join our team on a busy construction site in Glasgow City Centre. Requirements Valid CSCS Card (essential) Previous experience working on construction sites preferred Punctual, reliable, and able to work as part of a team Good understanding of site health and safety Ability to carry out general labouring duties and manual handling Duties Assisting trades on site Moving materials and keeping work areas tidy Loading and unloading deliveries General site maintenance and cleaning Following instructions from the site manager and supervisors Adhering to all health and safety procedures If you have a valid CSCS card, a strong work ethic, and are available to start immediately, we'd like to hear from you. Apply now through Indeed with your CV, or contact us for more information Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age
Read more
Registered Care Manager
Search Consultancy LTD - Poynton, Cheshire
£42,000 to £45,800 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Registered Care Manager £40,000 Basic Salary + £5,800 Bonus | £45,800 Total Package Location : Poynton Join a leading care provider where you can make a real difference, develop your career and be part of a growing organisation. Are you an experienced care professional looking for your next career move? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a large, well-established and growing care organisation with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality care and creating an environment where its people can thrive. As a Registered Care Manager, you'll take ownership of your service, lead and develop a talented team, build strong relationships within your local community and play a key role in delivering outstanding outcomes for customers. What makes this opportunity particularly attractive is the scale and growth of the organisation. You'll be joining a business with an established infrastructure, experienced leadership teams and genuine opportunities to develop your career as the organisation continues to expand. Whether you're looking to strengthen your leadership experience, take on greater operational responsibility or progress towards a more senior regional role in the future, there is plenty of scope to build a long-term career within the organisation. Why Join? £40,000 basic salary £5,800 performance-related bonus £45,800 total package Join a large and established care provider Be part of a growing organisation with ambitious plans Genuine opportunities for internal career progression Clear development pathways into more senior leadership positions Support towards nationally recognised qualifications A strong focus on employee development and progression A supportive and collaborative leadership environment 25 days' annual leave, increasing to 27 days with service Blue Light Card discounts Employee Assistance Programme Refer-a-friend bonus scheme An inclusive culture where people are encouraged to develop, succeed and build a career About the Role As Registered Care Manager, you'll be responsible for the overall leadership, quality and performance of your service. You'll have the opportunity to make a genuine impact - not only on the lives of the customers receiving care, but also on the careers and development of the people you lead. You'll create a positive, high-performing culture where your team feels valued, supported and motivated to deliver the very best care. Alongside your people leadership responsibilities, you'll take ownership of service quality, regulatory compliance, customer experience, financial performance and growth. This is a varied role that combines leadership, operational management, relationship building and commercial responsibility, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys having influence and making things happen. Your key responsibilities will include: Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing team of care professionals. Create a positive culture where colleagues feel supported, valued and able to progress. Ensure customers receive safe, personalised and consistently high-quality care. Maintain excellent standards of safeguarding, quality and regulatory compliance. Ensure the service operates in line with relevant regulatory requirements and internal policies. Take ownership of audits, action plans and continuous improvement. Identify areas for improvement and ensure actions are implemented effectively. Build strong and trusted relationships with customers and their families. Develop relationships with GPs, healthcare professionals, local authorities and other key community partners. Build the profile and reputation of the service within the local community. Identify opportunities to grow the customer base and develop the service. Work collaboratively with internal teams across Operations, People, Quality, Finance and Marketing. Monitor KPIs and use performance data to drive improvements. Take responsibility for budgets, financial performance and operational efficiency. Identify opportunities to improve profitability while maintaining exceptional customer outcomes. Ensure the service is well planned, organised and appropriately resourced. Support recruitment, retention, performance management and colleague development. Share best practice with fellow managers and the wider leadership team. Work closely with your Area Care Manager to deliver regional objectives and embed a culture of excellence. About You We're looking for an ambitious and capable leader who combines strong people skills with commercial awareness and a genuine passion for care. You'll be someone who enjoys taking ownership, developing people and finding ways to continuously improve a service. Ideally, you'll have: Proven experience leading and managing a team. Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach and develop others. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. The confidence to build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. Experience managing KPIs, budgets and overall business performance. Strong organisational and planning skills. An understanding of quality, safeguarding and regulatory compliance. The ability to analyse data and use information to make effective decisions. Confidence working with technology, systems and digital platforms. Experience working with third-party providers, contractors or external partners. The resilience to work effectively in a fast-paced and changing environment. A flexible and adaptable approach. A genuine passion for people, care and delivering positive outcomes. Care Experience Previous experience within the care sector or a related environment would be highly desirable. Ideally, you'll have previous management experience within care and a good understanding of relevant regulatory standards, including CQC or CIW requirements. A Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management for Care would be advantageous. However, if you don't currently hold the qualification but have the right experience and are willing to work towards it, you will also be considered. A Great Place to Build Your Career This is more than simply an opportunity to manage a care branch. You'll be joining a large and successful organisation with the resources, structure and ambition to continue growing. That scale brings genuine opportunities. As the organisation expands, so do the opportunities for its people. You'll have the chance to develop your leadership capability, broaden your operational experience and position yourself for future progression. For ambitious managers, this could be an excellent stepping stone towards larger services, increased responsibility and senior operational or regional leadership roles. You'll also benefit from working alongside experienced leaders and specialist teams across Operations, Quality, People, Finance and Marketing, giving you access to a wealth of knowledge and expertise. The organisation places real value on developing its people and creating opportunities for colleagues who demonstrate commitment, leadership and strong performance. If you're ready to take the next step in your care leadership career and join a growing organisation that can offer genuine long-term progression, we'd love to hear from you. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
Read more
Support Worker x 1 (24 hours per week ) Female Only Melton
Direct Services Department - Leicestershire County Council - Melton Mowbray
£13.91 to £14.13 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a direct difference to people’s lives? Our friendly team at Melton Short Breaks & Supported Living Services are looking for support worker(s) to join our team. The Melton Short Breaks service provides a personalised overnight short breaks (respite) service; we also deliver a supported living provision for up to 13 adults with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD), sensory impairment(s) and physical disabilities. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to work as part of our team, to provide person centred care. In return, you will have the opportunity to develop and progress within a large public sector organisation, with opportunities to thrive in a modern and flexible working environment, have access to an excellent Local Government Pension Scheme, along with a generous annual leave entitlement. You will work in accordance with Leicestershire County Council’s Employee Code of Conduct, Skills for Care Code of Conduct for Adult Social Care Workers. About You To apply for this post, you must be able to meet all of the following: Demonstrate a commitment to providing high quality care and support which maximises independence, is anti-discriminatory, and adheres to relevant regulations and procedures (such as Adult Safeguarding and Valuing People Now). The ability to use available equipment to assist with moving and handling service users and to support people with complex needs and willing to attend training courses. Effective communication skills, including the ability to engage with service users who may use alternative communication methods (e.g., Makaton, picture boards, signs). Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workloads, prioritise tasks, and remain calm under pressure. The ability to work both independently and as part of a team, responding effectively to crisis situations. IT and written skills sufficient to write and maintain clear, concise records. Be responsive to meet the changing needs of a 24/7 service, including being able to work flexibly and participate in a service rota that incorporates working weekends and bank holidays, and be willing to attend meetings or training outside of normal working hours. In addition, we also expect you to share our commitment to our values and to delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process. Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer. Interested in Flexible Working? We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part time working, job sharing, term-time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below. For more information or an informal discussion, please contact: Name: Sharon Duffus Telephone: 07561 807457 Email: sharon.duffus@leics.gov.uk How to Apply At Leicestershire County Council we’re looking for top talent from all walks of life. Whoever you are, wherever you’re from, and whatever your background - we care about what you bring to our organisation, not just what’s on your CV. That’s why we’ve designed a recruitment process that’s fair, accessible, and focused on potential. And with benefits that support people at every age and stage of life, we make sure you can thrive - both personally and professionally. If you share our passion to make a difference for the people of Leicestershire, we’d love to hear from you. Click the link and click the apply button to submit your application, ensuring that you upload your CV and a supporting statement that explains how you meet the criteria listed in the ‘About You’ section above. Without this information, we won’t be able to assess your suitability for the role, and your application will be rejected. For tips on how to write your statement, see the How to Apply section on our career site. If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post or you want to request an application pack in an alternative format, please contact our Employee Service Centre by telephoning 0300 3030222 (select option 2) or raising a ticket via our online portal: https://emss.org.uk/support. By applying for this post, you agree to our Terms and Conditions.
Read more
EV Chargepoint Installer /Maintenance - Domestic Electrician
Search Consultancy LTD - London, London
£42,000 to £42,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Domestic Electric Vehicle Charging Point Maintenance Engineer / EV Electrician £42,000 Basic Salary + Bonus (£50,000 OTE) LONDON - NW / West / North M25 An exciting opportunity to broaden your skills and contribute to the green revolution. This is the perfect time to move into a forward-thinking and fast-growing sector of the electrical industry. We are working with an industry-leading organisation that is transforming the way people drive. Their mission is to install a charging point everywhere people park. To make that vision a reality, they need the very best talent in the industry - a mission that Search Energy is proud to support. You will be responsible for maintaining and fault-finding on a network of EV charging points within a localised area, while representing the company in a professional and customer-focused manner. Customer engagement and service are just as important in this role as the technical expertise required to diagnose and resolve faults. A strong commitment to health and safety is essential. What's in it for you? Competitive basic salary of £42,000 Annual bonus of £1,500 Daily performance bonus £50,000 OTE Overtime available Company van and fuel card 21 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays Enhanced employee benefits package, including: EV salary sacrifice car scheme Retail, health, gym and lifestyle discounts Help@Hand Employee Assistance Programme, including wellbeing services and support Workplace pension Full-time permanent employment What we're looking for Fully competent in completing electrical certification using digital software Strong understanding of current electrical regulations and a commitment to maintaining compliance Ability to follow safe working procedures at all times Excellent customer service skills, with a friendly and professional manner Strong communication and problem-solving skills Essential Requirements Level 3 qualification in Electrical Installations Experience installing and terminating SWA cable BS 7671:2018 (18th Edition) Minimum of 2 years' electrical experience within a domestic environment Full UK driving licence Desirable Experience Experience carrying out initial verification, inspection and testing on three-phase installations City & Guilds 2919 EV Charging qualification (or equivalent) Previous experience maintaining, fault-finding and repairing EV charging equipment Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
Read more