1022 Human Resources jobs in Oakham
Chiller Service Engineer
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Carrier is the world’s leader in high-technology heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration solutions, with over 100 years of proven innovation. We solve complex problems on a global scale, and our groundbreaking innovations continue to drive new industries forward.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Chiller Engineer to join our team covering London and surrounding areas. This is an excellent opportunity to work with cutting-edge HVAC technology, providing high-quality service and support to our valued customers.
What you will be doing
You will primarily be responsible for troubleshooting, servicing, and commissioning industrial water chillers. You will work independently and as part of a team, providing technical support for breakdowns, installations, and maintenance.
Respond to service calls efficiently, conducting risk assessments before work.
Perform maintenance, repair, and fault diagnosis on a variety of Carrier and third-party chillers, including air-cooled, water-cooled, screw, scroll, centrifugal, and reciprocating systems.
Diagnose and rectify electrical and mechanical faults, troubleshoot complex technical issues both on-site and remotely, and interpret wiring diagrams, P&ID drawings, and pressure enthalpy diagrams.
Commission standard and large-capacity chillers, ensuring system-wide installation compliance and providing technical advice to customers.
Work closely with customers, attend meetings, and offer expert technical guidance with minimal supervision.
Oversee technicians on large sites, support junior engineers and apprentices, and assist Carrier’s Training Manager in delivering technical courses.
Ensure adherence to F-Gas regulations and health & safety standards, and provide clear service reports via our digital platform.
Act as an SME in areas such as centrifugal compressor rebuilds, absorption chillers, and chiller sequencing controls.
What we are looking for
City & Guilds Qualification in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
F-Gas Qualified (Category 1)
HNC / ONC in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (preferred)
Experience with Carrier and other manufacturers’ Chillers and equipment.
Ability to work on commercial and industrial HVAC systems, troubleshooting complex breakdowns.
Full UK Driving Licence (or equivalent).
Strong understanding of refrigeration circuits, thermodynamics, and control systems.
Experience working in a Technician or Engineer role in the HVAC industry.
Benefits
Competitive salary package (Negotiable DOE)
Enhanced payments through lead generation, travel time, overtime and on-call
Company Vehicle
25 Days Holiday + bank holiday + holiday purchase scheme
Company Pension
Great career progression opportunities, development and continuous training offered
Work on industry-leading equipment and use state of the art tools
At Carrier, we are committed to excellence, innovation, and sustainability. As a part of our team, you’ll be working for a global leader that invests in your professional growth and supports your career ambitions.
If you are an experienced Chiller Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you! Carrier is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class. Job Applicant's Privacy Notice: Click on this link to read the Job Applicant's Privacy Notice:
Chiller Service Engineer
Posted today
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Job Description
Carrier is the world’s leader in high-technology heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration solutions, with over 100 years of proven innovation. We solve complex problems on a global scale, and our groundbreaking innovations continue to drive new industries forward.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Chiller Engineer to join our team covering London and surrounding areas. This is an excellent opportunity to work with cutting-edge HVAC technology, providing high-quality service and support to our valued customers.
What you will be doing
You will primarily be responsible for troubleshooting, servicing, and commissioning industrial water chillers. You will work independently and as part of a team, providing technical support for breakdowns, installations, and maintenance.
Respond to service calls efficiently, conducting risk assessments before work.
Perform maintenance, repair, and fault diagnosis on a variety of Carrier and third-party chillers, including air-cooled, water-cooled, screw, scroll, centrifugal, and reciprocating systems.
Diagnose and rectify electrical and mechanical faults, troubleshoot complex technical issues both on-site and remotely, and interpret wiring diagrams, P&ID drawings, and pressure enthalpy diagrams.
Commission standard and large-capacity chillers, ensuring system-wide installation compliance and providing technical advice to customers.
Work closely with customers, attend meetings, and offer expert technical guidance with minimal supervision.
Oversee technicians on large sites, support junior engineers and apprentices, and assist Carrier’s Training Manager in delivering technical courses.
Ensure adherence to F-Gas regulations and health & safety standards, and provide clear service reports via our digital platform.
Act as an SME in areas such as centrifugal compressor rebuilds, absorption chillers, and chiller sequencing controls.
What we are looking for
City & Guilds Qualification in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
F-Gas Qualified (Category 1)
HNC / ONC in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (preferred)
Experience with Carrier and other manufacturers’ Chillers and equipment.
Ability to work on commercial and industrial HVAC systems, troubleshooting complex breakdowns.
Full UK Driving Licence (or equivalent).
Strong understanding of refrigeration circuits, thermodynamics, and control systems.
Experience working in a Technician or Engineer role in the HVAC industry.
Benefits
Competitive salary package (Negotiable DOE)
Enhanced payments through lead generation, travel time, overtime and on-call
Company Vehicle
25 Days Holiday + bank holiday + holiday purchase scheme
Company Pension
Great career progression opportunities, development and continuous training offered
Work on industry-leading equipment and use state of the art tools
At Carrier, we are committed to excellence, innovation, and sustainability. As a part of our team, you’ll be working for a global leader that invests in your professional growth and supports your career ambitions.
If you are an experienced Chiller Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you! Carrier is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class. Job Applicant's Privacy Notice: Click on this link to read the Job Applicant's Privacy Notice:
Vehicle Service Technician
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- £29,607 per annum
- Average uncapped bonus of £3,600 year (with potential to earn more)
- 5 days a week (This centre is closed on Sundays)
- Earn extra with our refer a friend scheme – T&C’s Apply
We’re the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business and we offer great career opportunities, benefits and an uncapped bonus scheme.
Qualified Mechanic or Technician? Join Halfords as a Vehicle Service Technician where you will carry out interim, full and major services as well as any follow up repair and replacement work. Such work includes tyres, brakes, transmission, steering and suspension, amongst others.
Benefits Include:
- 5.6 weeks’ annual leave
- Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most our Halfords products in our retail stores
- Discounts on everything from groceries, shopping, insurance, days out, restaurants and more
- Family & Friends Discount Events
- Opportunity to buy a Trade Price Bike & enrol in the Cycle to Work Scheme
- Financial planning support via Wagestream - access up to 30% of your salary in advance
- GP Access, 364 days a year, 24 hours a day
- Join the Share save scheme with a 20% discount on shares
- Health Cash Plan – to access wellbeing services and claim back healthcare costs
- Pension Scheme & Life Assurance
You will be given every opportunity to progress your career at Halfords. This includes access to hybrid training plus the ATA & MOT Tester Qualifications too.
Skills and experience
- Must have a Level 2 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent OR time served experience
- Must have a full drivers licence with no more than 9 points
- Experience of delivering interim, full and major services plus relevant repair and replacement work (brakes, suspension and steering component replacement, air con service etc)
National Tyres and Autocare is part of the Halfords family. We’re in an exciting chapter – rapidly growing our business with a focus on motoring services and electric mobility. We’re the UK’s leading retailer of motoring and cycling products and services, and the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business. Join us and be part of our success story in getting the nation safely back on the move.
Not sure you meet all the criteria? We'd encourage you to take the wheel and apply anyway! At Halfords we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. We're an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family.
Chiller Service Engineer
Posted today
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Carrier is the world’s leader in high-technology heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration solutions, with over 100 years of proven innovation. We solve complex problems on a global scale, and our groundbreaking innovations continue to drive new industries forward.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Chiller Engineer to join our team covering London and surrounding areas. This is an excellent opportunity to work with cutting-edge HVAC technology, providing high-quality service and support to our valued customers.
What you will be doing
You will primarily be responsible for troubleshooting, servicing, and commissioning industrial water chillers. You will work independently and as part of a team, providing technical support for breakdowns, installations, and maintenance.
Respond to service calls efficiently, conducting risk assessments before work.
Perform maintenance, repair, and fault diagnosis on a variety of Carrier and third-party chillers, including air-cooled, water-cooled, screw, scroll, centrifugal, and reciprocating systems.
Diagnose and rectify electrical and mechanical faults, troubleshoot complex technical issues both on-site and remotely, and interpret wiring diagrams, P&ID drawings, and pressure enthalpy diagrams.
Commission standard and large-capacity chillers, ensuring system-wide installation compliance and providing technical advice to customers.
Work closely with customers, attend meetings, and offer expert technical guidance with minimal supervision.
Oversee technicians on large sites, support junior engineers and apprentices, and assist Carrier’s Training Manager in delivering technical courses.
Ensure adherence to F-Gas regulations and health & safety standards, and provide clear service reports via our digital platform.
Act as an SME in areas such as centrifugal compressor rebuilds, absorption chillers, and chiller sequencing controls.
What we are looking for
City & Guilds Qualification in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
F-Gas Qualified (Category 1)
HNC / ONC in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (preferred)
Experience with Carrier and other manufacturers’ Chillers and equipment.
Ability to work on commercial and industrial HVAC systems, troubleshooting complex breakdowns.
Full UK Driving Licence (or equivalent).
Strong understanding of refrigeration circuits, thermodynamics, and control systems.
Experience working in a Technician or Engineer role in the HVAC industry.
Benefits
Competitive salary package (Negotiable DOE)
Enhanced payments through lead generation, travel time, overtime and on-call
Company Vehicle
25 Days Holiday + bank holiday + holiday purchase scheme
Company Pension
Great career progression opportunities, development and continuous training offered
Work on industry-leading equipment and use state of the art tools
At Carrier, we are committed to excellence, innovation, and sustainability. As a part of our team, you’ll be working for a global leader that invests in your professional growth and supports your career ambitions.
If you are an experienced Chiller Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you! Carrier is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class. Job Applicant's Privacy Notice: Click on this link to read the Job Applicant's Privacy Notice:
Chiller Service Engineer
Posted today
Job Viewed
Job Description
Carrier is the world’s leader in high-technology heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration solutions, with over 100 years of proven innovation. We solve complex problems on a global scale, and our groundbreaking innovations continue to drive new industries forward.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Chiller Engineer to join our team covering London and surrounding areas. This is an excellent opportunity to work with cutting-edge HVAC technology, providing high-quality service and support to our valued customers.
What you will be doing
You will primarily be responsible for troubleshooting, servicing, and commissioning industrial water chillers. You will work independently and as part of a team, providing technical support for breakdowns, installations, and maintenance.
Respond to service calls efficiently, conducting risk assessments before work.
Perform maintenance, repair, and fault diagnosis on a variety of Carrier and third-party chillers, including air-cooled, water-cooled, screw, scroll, centrifugal, and reciprocating systems.
Diagnose and rectify electrical and mechanical faults, troubleshoot complex technical issues both on-site and remotely, and interpret wiring diagrams, P&ID drawings, and pressure enthalpy diagrams.
Commission standard and large-capacity chillers, ensuring system-wide installation compliance and providing technical advice to customers.
Work closely with customers, attend meetings, and offer expert technical guidance with minimal supervision.
Oversee technicians on large sites, support junior engineers and apprentices, and assist Carrier’s Training Manager in delivering technical courses.
Ensure adherence to F-Gas regulations and health & safety standards, and provide clear service reports via our digital platform.
Act as an SME in areas such as centrifugal compressor rebuilds, absorption chillers, and chiller sequencing controls.
What we are looking for
City & Guilds Qualification in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
F-Gas Qualified (Category 1)
HNC / ONC in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (preferred)
Experience with Carrier and other manufacturers’ Chillers and equipment.
Ability to work on commercial and industrial HVAC systems, troubleshooting complex breakdowns.
Full UK Driving Licence (or equivalent).
Strong understanding of refrigeration circuits, thermodynamics, and control systems.
Experience working in a Technician or Engineer role in the HVAC industry.
Benefits
Competitive salary package (Negotiable DOE)
Enhanced payments through lead generation, travel time, overtime and on-call
Company Vehicle
25 Days Holiday + bank holiday + holiday purchase scheme
Company Pension
Great career progression opportunities, development and continuous training offered
Work on industry-leading equipment and use state of the art tools
At Carrier, we are committed to excellence, innovation, and sustainability. As a part of our team, you’ll be working for a global leader that invests in your professional growth and supports your career ambitions.
If you are an experienced Chiller Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you! Carrier is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class. Job Applicant's Privacy Notice: Click on this link to read the Job Applicant's Privacy Notice:
Vehicle Service Technician
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Average uncapped bonus of £3,600 year (with potential to earn more)
5 days a week (This centre is closed on Sundays)
Earn extra with our refer a friend scheme – T&C’s Apply
We’re the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business and we offer great
career opportunities, benefits and an uncapped bonus scheme.
Qualified Mechanic or Technician?
Join Halfords as a Vehicle Service Technician where you will carry out interim, full and major services as well as any follow up repair and replacement work. Such work includes tyres, brakes, transmission, steering and suspension, amongst others.
Benefits Include:
5.6 weeks’ annual leave
Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most our Halfords products in our retail stores
Discounts on everything from groceries, shopping, insurance, days out, restaurants and more
Family & Friends Discount Events
Opportunity to buy a Trade Price Bike & enrol in the Cycle to Work Scheme
Financial planning support via Wagestream - access up to 30% of your salary in advance
GP Access, 364 days a year, 24 hours a day
Join the Share save scheme with a 20% discount on shares
Health Cash Plan – to access wellbeing services and claim back healthcare costs
Pension Scheme & Life Assurance
You will be given every opportunity to progress your career at Halfords. This includes access to hybrid training plus the ATA & MOT Tester Qualifications too.
Skills and experience
Must
have a Level 2 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent
OR
time served experience
Must
have a full drivers licence with no more than 9 points
Experience of delivering interim, full and major services plus relevant repair and replacement work (brakes, suspension and steering component replacement, air con service etc)
National Tyres and Autocare is part of the Halfords family.
We’re in an exciting chapter – rapidly growing our business with a focus on motoring services and electric mobility. We’re the UK’s leading retailer of motoring and cycling products and services, and the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business. Join us and be part of our success story in getting the nation safely back on the move.
Not sure you meet all the criteria? We'd encourage you to take the wheel and apply anyway! At Halfords we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. We're an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family.
Vehicle Service Technician
Posted today
Job Viewed
Job Description
- £29,607 per annum
- Average uncapped bonus of £3,600 year (with potential to earn more)
- 5 days a week (This centre is closed on Sundays)
- Earn extra with our refer a friend scheme – T&C’s Apply
We’re the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business and we offer great career opportunities, benefits and an uncapped bonus scheme.
Qualified Mechanic or Technician? Join Halfords as a Vehicle Service Technician where you will carry out interim, full and major services as well as any follow up repair and replacement work. Such work includes tyres, brakes, transmission, steering and suspension, amongst others.
Benefits Include:
- 5.6 weeks’ annual leave
- Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most our Halfords products in our retail stores
- Discounts on everything from groceries, shopping, insurance, days out, restaurants and more
- Family & Friends Discount Events
- Opportunity to buy a Trade Price Bike & enrol in the Cycle to Work Scheme
- Financial planning support via Wagestream - access up to 30% of your salary in advance
- GP Access, 364 days a year, 24 hours a day
- Join the Share save scheme with a 20% discount on shares
- Health Cash Plan – to access wellbeing services and claim back healthcare costs
- Pension Scheme & Life Assurance
You will be given every opportunity to progress your career at Halfords. This includes access to hybrid training plus the ATA & MOT Tester Qualifications too.
Skills and experience
- Must have a Level 2 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent OR time served experience
- Must have a full drivers licence with no more than 9 points
- Experience of delivering interim, full and major services plus relevant repair and replacement work (brakes, suspension and steering component replacement, air con service etc)
National Tyres and Autocare is part of the Halfords family. We’re in an exciting chapter – rapidly growing our business with a focus on motoring services and electric mobility. We’re the UK’s leading retailer of motoring and cycling products and services, and the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business. Join us and be part of our success story in getting the nation safely back on the move.
Not sure you meet all the criteria? We'd encourage you to take the wheel and apply anyway! At Halfords we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. We're an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family.
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Trainee Field Service Engineer - Kettering
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Are you a hands-on engineer, technician or someone with any background in the medical, laboratory, or healthcare industry looking for your next step in a rewarding and future-focused industry?
We're working with a market leading technical services company seeking a trainee Workshop & Field Service Engineer to join their team. The role is based from the companies state of the art facility, but also involves the installation, servicing, and maintenance of specialist electronic equipment across a regional area.
You'll be working in a mix of medical, laboratory, and educational environments, supporting critical technology that directly impacts patient care, research, and learning.
Full training will be provided, making this a great opportunity for someone with some technical aptitude and a strong work ethic, even if you haven't worked in a service role before.
The role will involve:
- Going through a full specialist training programme to become an expert in a specialist industry
Installation and maintenance of specialist electronic equipment at customer sites
Routine servicing and emergency breakdown response
Fault-finding and diagnostics
Managing parts and service reporting
Providing a high level of customer service
Travelling locally/regionally
Working in clean, regulated environments such as hospitals, labs, and universities
If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.
Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.
Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Job Tenure: Permanent
Salary: £27000 - £3000 per annum + + Full training + Cutting edge technology
Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire
Learning and Development Advisor, Leicester, LE1 1HA
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Here at Pick Everard , we are passionate about creating a prosperous and sustainable future, taking a fresh perspective on the built environment. Our core values of professionalism, compassion, drive and positiv ity are at the heart of everything we do.
Pick Everard are looking for an exceptional Talent Development Advisor, to join us on our unique journey in continuing to achieve excellence for our colleagues and clients. Working closely with the Learning and Development Business Partner, Head of People Experience and the Group People & Culture Director you will be providing your support, guidance in a proactive manner to all business units within Pick Everard.
Are you passionate about driving forward an innovative Learning and Development programme?
Are you looking to work as part of a collaborative, supportive culture that prioritises its people?
Do you want to enhance your knowledge, and make an impact as part of a growing, multi-disciplinary consultancy?
If you answered yes to the above questions, then we want to hear from you!
We are passionate about ensuring our staff have access to enriched personal and professional development, so in this role, you will be crucial in helping us to continue to deliver a personalised approach that acknowledges the objectives of all of our staff, at each point in their career.
Your core responsibilities will include:
- Acting as a key point of contact within the Talent Development team for all stakeholders.
- Supporting collaboration with key stakeholders across the business to identify both current and future skills needs.
- Designing and delivering impactful training and development solutions for staff and managers, aligned with both individual and organisational priorities.
- Ensuring all learning events are timely, focused, relevant, and offer value for money.
- Managing core talent development administration and coordination responsibilities to deliver excellent service across all activities.
- Supporting the delivery of the people strategy, group business plans, and individual objectives through all interventions.
- Assisting the Lead Talent Development Business Partner in rolling out a company-wide Talent Development plan that drives high performance and talent density.
- Serving as the first point of contact for all general Talent Development queries.
- Facilitating and organising the induction programme, including e-learning administration, under the guidance of the Lead Talent Development Business Partner and Head of People Experience.
- Co-delivering the Pick Everard induction programme to create a positive experience for all new joiners.
- Coordinating and managing graduate training schemes and apprenticeship programmes, with opportunities to deliver selected modules.
- Collaborating with the wider People & Culture team to implement the Pick Everard Professional Map and its associated elements.
About You
Our ideal Talent Development Advisor will have:
- Experience working within a professional services environment.
- A strong background in a broad learning and development advisory role.
- Proven ability to design and deliver engaging presentations and training sessions to internal audiences at all levels, from entry-level employees to senior stakeholders.
- Experience in developing e-learning courses and materials, with knowledge of managing a Learning Management System (LMS) preferred.
- Confidence in delivering high-quality training and development solutions tailored to diverse needs.
Our nationwide multidisciplinary team of 780+ employees, work collaboratively to deliver outstanding places and spaces that create lasting value for local communities. Through our remarkable history we have established the sound principles of success, and we have the vision and ambition to be even better.
We’re committed to creating sustainable communities where everyone feels safe, cared for and valued. We achieve that by encouraging a diverse, welcoming workplace for our people, clients and colleagues.
We care about our people and improving our society and that means supporting your ambitions and interests at every level. We will provide you with an inspiring environment in which you will be able to drive real progress and impact in your career.
What we offer
Providing a balanced, enjoyable career is important to us, and we work hard to make sure everyone feels a valued part of our organisation. You will receive an attractive salary, and amongst other benefits you can also expect:
- Agile working.
- Career and Professional Development.
- Corporate Social Responsibility opportunities.
- 26 days’ annual leave + Bank Holidays + option to buy up to 5 days’ additional leave.
- Private healthcare, life assurance and healthcare cash plan.
- Stakeholder pension.
- Professional subscriptions.
- Employee Discount Scheme.
- Eyecare Scheme.
- Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme.
Equal Opportunities
As an equal opportunities’ employer, Pick Everard is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us on our journey.
Accessibility
We’re committed to helping you perform at your best throughout the recruitment process. If you have a disability or require any adjustments to support your application or interview, please get in touch with us at We’ll be happy to discuss how we can assist you.
Agencies
We are committed to building and nurturing great relationships with our agency partners. However, this role is being recruited for directly and therefore we are not seeking support at this time. Any unsolicited CV Introductions will not be accepted.
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Relief Needs Assessment Officer - NN17 1TP
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Here at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people.
You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!
Why choose us?
We offer a vibrant working environment with:
- a competitive salary
- a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.
- lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council
- generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days
- hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.
We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.
About the roleNorth Northamptonshire Council have an exciting opportunity for a Needs Assessment Officer to join our Specialist Support for Younger Adults with Disabilities team.
This post will consist of working out of our Wellingborough or Corby office. You will work alongside Managers, who are supporting the daily needs of customers within their own homes in the community as well as the CEW's who are out in the field. The need to be flexible, understanding and compassionate is essential and to have an understanding of adults with a various range of disabilities.
Shift Pattern: Relief vacancies available, which could include early and late shifts, along with every other weekend working.
Our main goal is to find people who can make a difference!
Our benefits
We offer:
- A pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.
- Opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge, and potential in a large unitary council.
- Generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days
- Enhanced rates on Saturdays Sundays and Bank Holidays
- Enhanced overtime pay
- Business mileage paid at 45p per mile.
Degree or equivalent/QCF level 3 with experience of working in Social Care or willing to work towards this (Health & Social Care)
The ability to demonstrate knowledge gained through detailed practice and application of procedures in Adult Social Care Health and Social Care
GCSE grade C and above or equivalent in English
Working knowledge and understanding of the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
In depth knowledge of the Care Act 2014 to ensure care act compliant eligibility.
Working knowledge and understanding of relevant national and local policy issues in Adult Social Care.
Knowledge & understanding of cultural differences where communities have different ethnic backgrounds to ensure equality of opportunity.
Excellent report writing skills, demonstrating the ability to achieve clear and concise reports that are fit for purpose.
Excellent listening skills and the ability to understand and communicate clearly at all levels.
Ability to build a rapport and build relationships with people, families, providers, other professionals, and wider communities.
Ability to prioritise tasks, manage own workload, to be case accountable and initially manage difficult and complex cases.
Ability to actively support and promote equal opportunities.
Ability to operate in a fast-paced office and changing environment, and to be able to make initial decisions on any shift where they are the responsible person.
Empathetic and caring when working.
To be aware of your environment and the need to be appropriate and professional at all times.
Previous experience of working with people with care and support needs.
Experience, knowledge, and demonstration of using various IT packages and systems.
Accurate and detailed entry and analysis required.
Understanding of Data Protection guidance.
Ability to demonstrate awareness/understanding of equal opportunities and other people’s behaviour, physical, social and welfare needs
Demonstrate an understanding of the safe working practices that apply to this role.
Ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and well-being of vulnerable adults.
About us Cambridgeshire is a great place to work and live with a diverse population, an urban centre in Cambridge, historic Isle of Ely, Huntingdon and St Ives as well as more rural landscapes.We are proud to serve the diverse communities of Cambridgeshire and want our workforce to be reflective of this diversity, which we believe benefits our employees, the organisation and our communities. our jobs and careers section to find out more about our wide range of learning and development opportunities; apprenticeships; our wellbeing package; staff benefits; our commitment to equality, diversity and Inclusion.