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Health and Social Care Teacher - Secondary School - Wickford - September Start

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Health and Social Care Teacher eager to inspire young minds? We are looking for a passionate professional to join our supportive secondary school team in Wickford this September.

About the Role:
Position: Health and Social Care Teacher
Location: Secondary School, Wickford, Essex
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time, permanent or fixed-term considered
Salary: Competitive, according to experience and pay scale

What You Will Do:
Deliver engaging and effective lessons in Health and Social Care across Key Stages 4 and 5
Support and motivate students to develop knowledge and skills relevant to the health and social care sectors
Plan and assess students work, providing constructive feedback and support
Contribute to the development of the curriculum and department initiatives
Promote a positive, inclusive learning environment

What Were Looking For:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
Experience teaching Health and Social Care or a related subject at secondary level
Strong subject knowledge and passion for health and social care education
Excellent communication and classroom management skills
Commitment to student progress and well-being

About the School:
Our school in Wickford is committed to creating an inclusive, dynamic, and nurturing environment where students can thrive academically and personally. We value collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.

Join Us and Make an Impact!
If youre ready to shape the future of young people and contribute to a vibrant school community, we want to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch for more information.

Job Title: Health and Social Care Trainer
Location: Southend-on-Sea
Type: Permanent, Full-Time (37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, occasional weekends)
Salary: 32,000 per annum

Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and experienced Social Care Trainer to join a values-driven care organisation based in Southend-on-Sea. This role offers the chance to lead and shape the delivery of training across both internal teams and external customers, helping to ensure that staff have the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to provide exceptional care and support.

The organisation operates a range of residential and community-based services,and is committed to empowering its workforce while delivering high-quality care with compassion and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities
Develop and deliver high-quality, engaging training across a variety of adult social care topics including safeguarding, dementia, mental health, and substance misuse.

Create bespoke course content tailored to legislative requirements, sector guidance, and company values.

Lead induction training and support the assessment and delivery of the Care Certificate.

Evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of both face-to-face and e-learning programmes.

Maintain accurate training records and monitor compliance across teams.

Utilise funding streams to strengthen training offerings, including the apprenticeship levy and government learning development schemes.

Support the development of an internal Care Professional Academy, fostering a learning culture and supporting staff retention.

Collaborate with service managers and HR to meet training KPIs and address service-specific needs.

Manage the training calendar and coordinate external training providers when required.

Support internal leadership and HR training programmes and assist in developing the organisation's future ambitions as an accredited training provider.

Ideal Candidate
Holds a recognised training qualification (e.g. Level 3 AET, PTLLS, CTLLS) - Essential

Professional qualification in social care, nursing, or a related discipline - Essential

Experienced in delivering training within a health or social care setting - Essential

Confident communicator with strong presentation skills and a proactive, 'can-do' attitude.

Passionate about embedding best practice, CQC standards, and values into every aspect of training delivery.

Organised, adaptable, and committed to improving outcomes for both staff and service users.

What's On Offer
Free on-site parking

24 days annual leave + bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Free enhanced DBS

Funded Blue Light Card

Contractual sick pay

Nest Pension Scheme

Ongoing training & development opportunities

Refer-a-friend bonus scheme

Death in Service Benefit

About the Organisation
This is a well-established care provider wholly owned by the local authority, delivering a wide range of services designed to improve lives. The organisation is committed to professional development, collaboration, and inclusion, and operates from a central office and key service locations, including Brook Meadows House, a residential care service with a strong reputation for person-centred care

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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Support Worker

Join Nurseplus as a Support worker – Make a Difference Every Day

At Nurseplus, every shift you work is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need. As a Support worker, you’ll be providing high-quality care across a range of settings, from elderly care to individuals with learning disabilities, mental health challenges, and more complex care needs. You’ll become part of a compassionate team where every contribution counts.

Please note- We are looking for people for Full time hours to fill block bookings of 30 hours plus per week. 

Why Choose Nurseplus?

• Flexibility that Works for You : Choose your shifts, whether days, nights, or weekends, so you can fit work around your life.
• Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates : Earn between £12.21 and £17.50 per hour, with weekly pay and an annual pay review to reward your hard work.
• Workwise App : Take control of your schedule with our Workwise app – manage your availability and easily book shifts on your terms.
• Paid Industry-Leading Training : We pay for you to attend our comprehensive, industry-leading training that’s in line with the Care Certificate and Core Skills Training Framework, tailored to help you grow your skills, whether you’re new to care or have years of experience.
• Ongoing Development Opportunities : From in-house courses to funded qualifications such as NVQ Levels 2 and 3, we support your professional growth at every stage.
• Blue Light Card : Enjoy thousands of discounts on the high street and online with eligibility for a Blue Light Card.

What You’ll Be Doing

Your day-to-day responsibilities may include assisting service users with personal care, safe lifting and moving, administering medication, meal preparation, and providing general companionship. You’ll work closely with care plans to ensure individuals maintain independence and dignity.

What We’re Looking For

• You must be over 18 years old and have the right to work in the UK.
• Flexibility in your availability, with the ability to travel to different care settings.
• A good standard of English and the ability to communicate effectively.
• A clear enhanced DBS, which you can apply for upon registration.
• 30 hours plus a week availability

If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and want to work with a team that truly cares, we’d love to hear from you!

About Nurseplus

At Nurseplus, our mission is to make a positive impact and change lives every day. We are passionate about delivering the highest-quality care that truly makes a difference in the lives of those we support. But our commitment doesn’t stop there – we care just as much for our staff as we do for our clients. By fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, we empower our team to grow, thrive, and make a meaningful contribution to the communities they serve.

Join Nurseplus as a Support Worker – Make a Difference Every Day

At Nurseplus, every shift you work is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need. As a Support Worker , you’ll be providing high-quality care across a range of settings within in social care sector, from elderly care to individuals with learning disabilities, mental health challenges, and more complex care needs. You’ll become part of a compassionate team where every contribution counts.

Why Choose Nurseplus?

• Flexibility that Works for You : Choose your shifts, whether full-time, part-time, days, nights, or weekends, so you can fit work around your life.
• Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates : Earn between £12.21 and £17.50 per hour, with weekly pay and an annual pay review to reward your hard work.
• Workwise App : Take control of your schedule with our Workwise app – manage your availability and easily book shifts on your terms.
• Paid Industry-Leading Training : We pay for you to attend our mandatory, industry-leading training that’s in line with the Care Certificate and Core Skills Training Framework, tailored to help you grow your skills.
• Ongoing Development Opportunities : From in-house courses to funded qualifications such as NVQ Levels 2 and 3, we support your professional growth at every stage.
• Blue Light Card : Enjoy thousands of discounts on the high street and online with eligibility for a Blue Light Card.

What You’ll Be Doing

Your day-to-day responsibilities as a Support Worker may include assisting service users with personal care, safe lifting and moving, administering medication, meal preparation, and providing general companionship. You’ll work closely with care plans to ensure individuals maintain independence and dignity, providing the physical and emotional support that they might need to achieve their goals.

What We’re Looking For

• You must be over 18 years old and have the right to work in the UK.
• Flexibility in your availability, with the ability to travel to different care settings.
• A good standard of English and the ability to communicate effectively.
• A clear enhanced DBS, which you can apply for upon registration.
•  ideally a driving licence with use of own vehicle 

If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and want to work with a team that truly cares, we’d love to hear from you!

About Nurseplus

At Nurseplus, our mission is to make a positive impact and change lives every day. We are passionate about delivering the highest-quality care that truly makes a difference in the lives of those we support. But our commitment doesn’t stop there – we care just as much for our staff as we do for our clients. By fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, we empower our team to grow, thrive, and make a meaningful contribution to the communities they serve.

Thera East  has an exciting opportunity available for a Support Worker  to join our team based in Witham.  You will join us on a permanent basis , with f ull-time, part-time, and relief  hours available . In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £13.00 per hour.

Additional Information: Full UK or European driving licence is preferred but not essential

Are you seeking a new career in Social Care, with a regular monthly salary and job security?

Maybe you have worked in Social Care before and are looking for a new challenge or perhaps you have always wanted to make a positive difference in people lives? We are extremely proud of the work we do, the people that work with us and the training we offer.

About the Support Worker role:

As a valued Support Worker with Thera East , you will be part of an inclusive team supporting adults with a learning disability. You will help create innovative ways to support individuals achieve their own personal goals, aims and ambitions.  The support you provide will change with everyone you work with because everyone is different.

Supporting people in their daily lives is varied and could include helping someone develop new skills, providing personal and emotional support, helping people plan and manage their own home, support with leisure, employment, individual interests and travel. This can be a fun and rewarding but also at times challenging and demanding role.

You may be supporting people in their own home or out and about in their community.

About us

• Thera East is unique  we are led by people with a learning disability.
li>Our vision  is to promote that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society. < i>Using a person-centred approach , you will empower people with a learning disability to live the lives they choose.

Who are we looking for?

• No previous experience or qualifications required
• Full training will be provided
• Compassionate, caring, confident and resilient
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-starter, with a high level of motivation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Confident, articulate, and professional
• Keenness to learn in a fast-paced environment and creatively solve problems
• Desire to embrace our values and vision and have fun!

What are the Benefits?

• Annualised Hours, guaranteed monthly salary for full and part-time roles regardless of shift patterns, plus overtime opportunities
• Flexible working hours for work life balance
• Immediate interview and quick start date (subject to pre-employment checks)
• 28 days Annual Leave including bank Holidays (pro Rata)
• Employee support line to support you and your family
• Free nationally accredited training, and the opportunity to earn a qualification and progress your career
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Free Enhanced DBS check
• Refer a friend and earn up to £300
li>Cycle to Work Scheme
• Well-being initiatives
• Access to Thousands of Retail Discounts including discounted Health Cash Plan
• An Employee Council that represents the views of staff about matters relating to work
• Access to Early Pay ( T&C Apply, excluded relief workers

If you have a passion for making a difference to people’s lives, consider a career with Thera Group .

We reserve the right to close this advert before the closing deadline if we interview and offer the right candidate. We are an equal opportunities employer.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974. For this act, you must declare any convictions or cautions that you have received, including these that would otherwise be spent. This role is subject to an Enhanced check should you be offered the position. * Female only qualifies under Paragraph 1, Schedule 9 of the Equality Act

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Healthcare Assistant | Carer | Care Assistant | Support Worker

Elderly Care | Residential Care

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Our client, a reputable care home in Colchester is currently looking to recruit a permanent Support Worker to help provide the highest levels of care to their elderly residents.

• Healthcare Assistant / Carer
• No previous experience necessary!
• 12.60 per hour
• Fulltime or part time hours available
• Night shifts only
• CQC: Good
• Immediate interviews

SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• A true passion for elderly care
• Previous experience in a similar setting desirable
• NVQ2 or higher beneficial but not essential

APPLY TODAY to arrange an interview or call (phone number removed) for more information!

Carer / Senior Carer / Support Worker / Senior Support Worker / Team Leader

An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Support Worker to work in an exceptional care home service based in Sudbury, Suffolk area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

This care home offers nursing care for people who have complex medical needs, and 24-hour nursing dementia care provided by specialist teams trained in the complexities of looking after those living with dementia, who may also have other long-term medical conditions

**To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care**

As the Support Worker your key duties include:

• Be an essential part of the team, promoting the well-being and providing the highest quality of care to residents
• Assist with daily tasks, inclusive of all personal care assistance from supporting with personal hygiene, through to days out and companionship
• Encourage independence, well-being and supporting vulnerable individuals with their daily routines and activities
• Ensure accurate record keeping at all times

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Have a genuine desire to care for others
• A good team player
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Able to show a can-do attitude always

The successful Support Worker will receive an excellent salary of £12.60 per hour and the annual salary is £23,587.20 per annum. We currently have permanent vacancies for both days & night shifts available. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Pension scheme
• Comprehensive induction and paid training programme with career prospects
• Enhanced rates for bank holidays
• Recognition schemes (Employee of the Month and Company Care Awards)
• Paid breaks
• Uniform provided
• Refer a friend scheme
• Costs for an enhanced DBS
• Rewards for years of service

Reference ID: 6440

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV

An excellent job opportunity has arisen for a motivated Support Worker to work in an amazing nursing home based in the Ipswich area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

This nursing home specialises in general & dementia nursing, residential and respite care for the elderly. The home is currently rated as 'Good' by CQC

**To be considered for this position you must have an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent**

As a Support Worker your key duties include:

• Be an essential part of the team, promoting the well-being and providing the highest quality of care to residents
• Assist with daily tasks, inclusive of all personal care assistance from supporting with personal hygiene, through to days out and companionship
• Encourage independence, well-being and supporting vulnerable individuals with their daily routines and activities
• Ensure accurate record keeping at all times

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Have a genuine desire to care for others,
• A good team player
• Good verbal and written communication skills

The successful Support Worker will receive an excellent salary of £12.60 per hour and the annual salary is £23,587.20 per annum. We currently have permanent vacancies for both days and night shifts available. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Accommodation available on site (low monthly rates)
• Pension scheme
• Comprehensive induction and paid training programme with career prospects
• Enhanced rates for bank holidays
• Recognition schemes (Employee of the Month and company's Care Awards)
• Paid breaks
• Uniform provided
• Refer a friend scheme
• Costs for an enhanced DBS
• Rewards for years of service

Reference ID: 4114

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 01216380567 or send your CV

An amazing job opportunity has arisen for a committed Support Worker to work in an exceptional care home based in the Colchester, Essex area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

The care home emphasises on Dementia and Mental health care, and also has skills to care for younger people with dementia in an annex adjacent to the main home

**To be considered for this position you must have an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent**

As the Support Worker your key duties include:

• Be an essential part of the team, promoting the well-being and providing the highest quality of care to residents
• Assist with daily tasks, inclusive of all personal care assistance from supporting with personal hygiene, through to days out and companionship
• Encourage independence, well-being and supporting vulnerable individuals with their daily routines and activities
• Ensure accurate record keeping at all times

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Have a genuine desire to care for others
• A good team player
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Able to show a can-do attitude always

The successful Support Worker will receive an excellent salary of £12.60 per hour and the annual salary is £23,587.20 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 36 hours a week working through night shifts. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Pension scheme
• Comprehensive induction and paid training programme with career prospects
• Enhanced rates for bank holidays
• Recognition schemes (Employee of the Month and Company Care Awards)
• Paid breaks
• Uniform provided
• Refer a friend scheme
• Costs for an enhanced DBS
• Rewards for years of service

Reference ID: 4239

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV