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We are looking for a part time Personal Care Assistant / Care Companion to work in Reading Berkshire

• Please apply directly for this position with your full CV to _ -

Caring for a young disabled 23-year-old (cerebral palsy), to enable him to live the life of his choosing.

GREAT SALARY: £ £2.00ph - Up to 4,024pa / plus pension and holiday pay

HOURS/DAYS:

• Friday 9am-11pm weekly
• 1 Saturday and 1 Sunday per month 9am - 11pm - days will vary
• Occasional additional evenings

*Own transport essential due to rural location*

Duties would Include all/some of:

• Meal preparation
• Personal Care
• Companionship whilst gaming/watching tv.
• Light housework
• Bedtime routine

About You:

• You will be kind, positive, reliable, and able to build a relationship of trust with our client and family.
• No specific experience needed as all training provided.
• Enhanced DBS criminal record check
• Able to provide excellent references.
• Must have previous Personal Care Assistant/Support Work/ Care Companion employment.
• Be a Non-Smoker

HOW TO APPLY: Please apply for this position with your full CV to -

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Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 8.00- 2.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Application question(s):

• Are you a driver with access to your own car?
• When could you start this position? Do you have notice to give?
• What is the best email and mobile number to contact you on for interview?
• Are you local to reading, please provide your postcode?
• Do you have previous personal care assistant, care companion, special needs employment please?
• **PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to process your application unless ALL of the screening questions are answered - Thank you
• Can you confirm you could work: Friday 9am-11pm weekly, 1 Saturday and 1 Sunday per month and occasional additional evenings?

Work Location: In person

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Contract: Full-Time Term Time Only

Basic Salary: £20,422 - £23,232.69

Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme

Location: Becker School, Batley

Are you ready to join a supportive and nurturing community that works together to achieve the very best outcomes for its pupils? If so, our new school in Batley could be the perfect place for you to develop your career and make a real difference to the lives of children and young people

About Us

Located in Batley, Becker School offers a safe and supportive environment for pupils with ASC / SEMH needs from 5 to 13 years old.

With significant investment and an abundance of new resources, the successful applicant will have the opportunity to shape and mould the school to create a supportive environment that promotes self-discipline, and engagement, and inspires learning. Our mission is to provide each pupil with a diverse and appropriate education that encourages aspiration and achievement.

We are part of the Polaris Community and have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. Within the Polaris Community, we have several SEN Schools across the UK that work together to provide each pupil with a tailored, diverse, and appropriate education in a safe, supportive environment that promotes engagement, inspires learning, and encourages achievement. We're also incredibly proud that 100% of our inspected services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

Job Summary

• Supporting children with special educational needs, providing learning, care and personal support.
• Work as part of the school team in the development of personal care programmes for pupils
• Assisting with daily routines like feeding, dressing, toileting (including nappy changes) and hygiene.
• Supporting pupils with learning, personal care and social interaction.
• Work proactively across the school to ensure that inclusive practices and good order are maintained in the classroom.
• Monitor pupils by observational assessment.
• Record and report on pupils' achievement, progress and development.

Main Duties and Key Responsibilities

• Assist pupils in implementing their own personal care programmes during the school day, specifically in relation to practical support for personal hygiene, toileting and continence training and eating and drinking
• Assist pupils with daily activities, such as washing, dressing, eating, toileting, including nappy changes
• Provide practical assistance in relation to other identified physical needs e.g. dressing and mealtimes
• Maintain and clean personal care equipment and materials, clothing etc.
• Maintain toiletry supplies
• Provide personal assistance to identified pupil/pupils in physical/practical activities e.g. physical education, cookery, school trips and therapeutic activities organised by the school
• Keep records related to personal care in conjunction with the appropriate teacher
• Work in cooperation with other key workers involved in supporting the pupils' educational and health care needs under the guidance of the Class Teacher or other Deputy Head Teacher
• Liaise with parents and carers to ensure continuity of care
• Oversee pupils at play time and lunchtime.
• Promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils in the classroom by encouraging them to interact with each other and to engage in activities led by the teacher

Qualifications

High standard of general education including good proven numeracy and literacy skills

Experience

Successful relevant experience of working with children within a learning environment or within a nursery setting.

Skills and Abilities

• Good understanding of child development and the legal guidelines around safety, dignity and compliance.
• A mature and sensitive manner and excellent interpersonal skills
• Be able to work calmly under pressure with the ability to adapt quickly and effectively to changing circumstances/situations
• An ability to work confidentially, efficiently, and on own initiative
• Be able to work as part of a team and to be flexible in approach to daily routine
• Be able to inform, persuade, inspire, and motivate pupils and provide feedback to professionals, parents, and carers as required

Knowledge

• Knowledge of procedures to provide personal care support to children and young people
• Ability to record any observations accurately as required
• Knowledge and understanding of child protection and safeguarding practices and protocols
• Having the knowledge or understanding of working with children with special educational needs, especially Autism or those with speech and language difficulties. (Desirable)
• Hold a Learning Support qualification at NVQ Level 2 or above or equivalent (Desirable)

What we offer

• A workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody (you included!)
• A commitment to support your development in acquiring new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities
• An opportunity to make a huge contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high quality teaching in a safe educational provision
• A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving pupil outcomes

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, cost of which will be met by Polaris Community.

Polaris Community is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Polaris Community is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment

Role: Patient Care Advisor

Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week

Location: Belfast, fully on-site

Salary: £26,000 plus bonus

Optical Express is focused on delivering exceptional patient care, outstanding clinical outcomes and continued investment in our people and technology.

For over 34 years, millions of patients have trusted Optical Express with their eye care. As Europe’s leading private provider of laser eye, premium intraocular lens and cataract surgery, our Surgeons undertake more laser procedures collectively than any other provider. We look after thousands of patients in our clinics every week and it’s a privilege to transform the lives of so many.

The Optical Express team work together, collectively and consistently striving for excellence. We support each other, respect each other and are committed to a culture of care, trust and integrity.

The culture extends to our local communities, through our range of charitable and environmental projects. We focus on doing what is right for our patients, our colleagues, our local communities and our planet.

Do you want to be part of a team that literally changes lives?

In return you’ll have the opportunity to develop your career through ongoing training and development.

Each day will vary however the core components of your role will include:

• Engaging with existing customers/patients
• Handling customer enquiries quickly and efficiently
• Understand customers/patient demand and needs
• Overcome objectives and resolve them
• Maintain and develop product knowledge and customer service skills
• Accurate maintenance of patient records

Essential skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to deal with customers over the telephone in a confident and professional manner
• A willingness to learn
• Sales experience
• Excellent rapport building and communication skills with the ability to overcome objections

What’s in it for you?

• Rewarding salary
• Bonus incentives
• Free or discounted optical products/procedures
• Discounted prescription and non-prescription eye care (including family)
• Career progression
• Cycle to work scheme

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established organisation where you will have the support to grow and develop within a professional working environment.

If you are interested in being considered for the role please apply now.

Optical Express is an equal opportunities employer

Role: Patient Care Advisor

Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week

Location: Belfast, fully on-site

Salary: £26,000 plus bonus

Optical Express is focused on delivering exceptional patient care, outstanding clinical outcomes and continued investment in our people and technology.

For over 34 years, millions of patients have trusted Optical Express with their eye care. As Europe’s leading private provider of laser eye, premium intraocular lens and cataract surgery, our Surgeons undertake more laser procedures collectively than any other provider. We look after thousands of patients in our clinics every week and it’s a privilege to transform the lives of so many.

The Optical Express team work together, collectively and consistently striving for excellence. We support each other, respect each other and are committed to a culture of care, trust and integrity.

The culture extends to our local communities, through our range of charitable and environmental projects. We focus on doing what is right for our patients, our colleagues, our local communities and our planet.

Do you want to be part of a team that literally changes lives?

In return you’ll have the opportunity to develop your career through ongoing training and development.

Each day will vary however the core components of your role will include:

• Engaging with existing customers/patients
• Handling customer enquiries quickly and efficiently
• Understand customers/patient demand and needs
• Overcome objectives and resolve them
• Maintain and develop product knowledge and customer service skills
• Accurate maintenance of patient records

Essential skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to deal with customers over the telephone in a confident and professional manner
• A willingness to learn
• Sales experience
• Excellent rapport building and communication skills with the ability to overcome objections

What’s in it for you?

• Rewarding salary
• Bonus incentives
• Free or discounted optical products/procedures
• Discounted prescription and non-prescription eye care (including family)
• Career progression
• Cycle to work scheme

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established organisation where you will have the support to grow and develop within a professional working environment.

If you are interested in being considered for the role please apply now.

Optical Express is an equal opportunities employer

The duties and responsibilities to be undertaken by members of the practice administration team may include any or all of the items in the following list. Duties may be varied from time to time under the direction of the administration manager/practice manager, dependent on current and evolving practice workload and staffing levels: Opening up/locking-up of practice premises and maintaining security in accordance with Practice protocols Maintaining and monitoring the practice appointments system Processing personal and telephone requests for appointments, visits and telephone consultations and ensuring callers are directed to the appropriate healthcare professional Processing and distributing incoming (and outgoing) mail Taking messages and passing on information Filing and retrieving paperwork Processing repeat prescriptions in accordance with practice guidelines Computer data entry; processing and recording information in accordance with practice procedures Initiating contact with and responding to requests from patients, other team member and associated healthcare agencies and providers re-stock consulting rooms as required Providing clerical assistance including word/data processing, filing, photocopying and scanning Ordering, re-ordering and monitoring of stationery and other supplies Provision of refreshments for staff and visitors as required, keeping the kitchen area clean and tidy Keeping the reception area, noticeboards and leaflet dispensers tidy and free from obstructions and clutter

*You will never pay a fee to Job Bridge Global at any point for this opportunity. This opportunity is aimed toward individuals looking to work overseas in the USA and Canada while pursuing their careers in healthcare. We do this to attract a broader range of candidates in local search results.

Job Bridge Global is excited to offer a remarkable opportunity for healthcare professionals aiming to broaden their careers internationally. This position not only allows you to experience different cultures and healthcare systems, but it also enhances your professional journey in various healthcare environments.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated Patient Care Coordinator to join our international teams in ensuring exemplary patient care and satisfaction. This role involves collaborating with healthcare staff to facilitate comprehensive care for patients and assisting them throughout their treatment journey.

What you will do

• Makes rounds on patients to ensure that care is being delivered according to individualized patient care plan.
• Orchestrates patient flow and bed assignments within the shift
• Assists with emergency situations, admissions/visits, and supports staff in direct care activities.
• Trouble-shoots for patient safety, assessments, and care issues during rounds and throughout shift.
• Ensures immediate response to patient and/or family concerns.
• Serves as primary point of contact for physicians and is responsive to physicians' needs.
• Makes/ensures that appropriate assignments are made.
• Guides and collaborates with Case Managers to ensure appropriate patient resource use and movement.
• Supports flow of information and communications including interdisciplinary information and communications from Clinical Director to Associates and from Associates to Clinical Director.
• Collaborates with support departments to ensure services needed for patient care are appropriate and timely
• Delegates tasks appropriately and within licensure requirements.
• Participates in quality reviews for clinical care.
• Provides clinical leadership to Associates during the shift.
• Supports Associate's development of skill and knowledge.
• Provides first line feedback to staff on performance.
• In collaboration with Clinical Director prepares and conducts performance evaluations as directed.
• Creates a positive work environment and contributes to Associate retention.

Requirements

Education Qualifications

• Post-Graduate Certificate or Diploma Nursing - RN
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree Nursing - RN

Experience Qualifications

• 1-3 years Nursing, Minimum of 2 years RN experience

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to convey information clearly and professionally to patients, families, and health care teams, ensuring alignment with care plans
• Assess team members' skills, delegates tasks appropriately and provides oversight to ensure high-quality patient care
• Familiarity with care coordination processes discharge planning and resource management to ensure seamless transition of patients within care setting.
• Strong knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act and the scope of practice for a Registered Nurse.
• Ability to process complex clinical information using critical thinking to develop, implement, and support individualized care plans.
• Familiarity with healthcare technology that enhances patient safety and care efficiency (e.g., bar code scanning, electronic health records).

Licenses and Certifications

• BASIC LIFE SUPPORT
• Registered Nurse
• Preferred: Certification in clinical specialty

Supervision Provided by this Position

• Supervises all clinical and support staff assigned to the team.

Physical Demands

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
• Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
• Ability to react quickly to emergencies.

Benefits

• Outstanding salary in the USA or Canada
• Relocation fees to cover expenses in finding accommodation
• Flights
• Legal fees and licensing fees
• Plus more, depending on the end employer

*You will never pay a fee to Job Bridge Global at any point for this opportunity. This opportunity is aimed toward individuals looking to work overseas in the USA and Canada while pursuing their careers in healthcare. We do this to attract a broader range of candidates in local search results.

Job Bridge Global is thrilled to present an exciting opportunity for Registered Nurses and Healthcare Workers who are eager to expand their horizons and enhance their careers on an international scale. This role allows you to immerse yourself in new cultures and healthcare practices while contributing your skills to various healthcare settings.

Position Overview:

Job Bridge Global is seeking an experienced Patient Care Coordinator with a strong background in nursing leadership to join our clients Emergency Room (ER) team for full-time night shifts (7 PM - 7 AM). This role is essential in ensuring the highest quality of patient care, coordinating nursing activities, and leading a team in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Makes rounds on patients to ensure that care is being delivered according to individualized patient care plan.
• Orchestrates patient flow and bed assignments within the shift
• Assists with emergency situations, admissions/visits, and supports staff in direct care activities.
• Trouble-shoots for patient safety, assessments, and care issues during rounds and throughout shift.
• Ensures immediate response to patient and/or family concerns.
• Serves as primary point of contact for physicians and is responsive to physicians' needs.
• Makes/ensures that appropriate assignments are made.
• Guides and collaborates with Case Managers to ensure appropriate patient resource use and movement.
• Supports flow of information and communications including interdisciplinary information and communications from Clinical Director to Associates and from Associates to Clinical Director.
• Collaborates with support departments to ensure services needed for patient care are appropriate and timely
• Delegates tasks appropriately and within licensure requirements.
• Participates in quality reviews for clinical care.
• Provides clinical leadership to Associates during the shift.
• Supports Associate's development of skill and knowledge.
• Provides first line feedback to staff on performance.
• In collaboration with Clinical Director prepares and conducts performance evaluations as directed.
• Creates a positive work environment and contributes to Associate retention.

Requirements

Education Qualifications

• Post-Graduate Certificate or Diploma Nursing - RN
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree Nursing - RN

Experience Qualifications

• 1-3 years Nursing Minimum of 2 years RN experience

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to convey information clearly and professionally to patients, families, and health care teams ensuring alignment with care plans
• Assess team members skills, delegates task appropriately and provides oversight to ensure high quality patient care
• Familiarity with care coordination processes discharge planning and resource management to ensure seamless transition of patients within care setting.
• Strong knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act and the scope of practice for a Registered Nurse.
• Ability to process complex clinical information using critical thinking to develop, implement, and support individualized care plans.
• Familiarity with healthcare technology that enhances patient safety and care efficiency (e.g., bar code scanning, electronic health records).

Licenses and Certifications

• BASIC LIFE SUPPORT
• Registered Nurse
• Preferred: Certification in clinical specialty

Supervision Provided by this Position

• Supervises all clinical and support staff assigned to the team.

Physical Demands

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
• Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
• Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.

Position Overview:

*You will never pay a fee to Job Bridge Global at any point for this opportunity. This opportunity is aimed toward individuals looking to work overseas in the USA and Canada while pursuing their careers in healthcare. We do this to attract a broader range of candidates in local search results.

Job Bridge Global is thrilled to present an exciting opportunity for Registered Nurses and Healthcare Workers who are eager to expand their horizons and enhance their careers on an international scale. This role allows you to immerse yourself in new cultures and healthcare practices while contributing your skills to various healthcare settings.

Job Bridge Global is looking for a dedicated Patient Care Coordinator to join our Emergency Room (ER) team for full-time day shifts (7 AM - 7 PM). This role will play a crucial part in coordinating patient care, overseeing nursing activities, and ensuring quality patient service in a dynamic ER setting.

Responsible for patient care outcomes through the coordinated delivery of nursing care for areas of responsibility. With guidance from the Clinical Director, deploys priorities for clinical quality, service and Associate development and retention. Ensures that a collaborative plan of care is implemented by Registered Nurses and other team members. Assists professional nurses with the coordination of the patients' care with multidisciplinary team. Ensures responsiveness to physicians. Directs Associates providing on-site coaching and staff assignments. Conducts Associate performance evaluation in collaboration with the Clinical Director. Ensures continued readiness regarding accreditation and regulatory requirements. Responsible for assuring the general upkeep of the physical facilities and patient care equipment.

What you will do

• Makes rounds on patients to ensure that care is being delivered according to individualized patient care plan.
• Orchestrates patient flow and bed assignments within the shift
• Assists with emergency situations, admissions/visits, and supports staff in direct care activities.
• Trouble-shoots for patient safety, assessments, and care issues during rounds and throughout shift.
• Ensures immediate response to patient and/or family concerns.
• Serves as primary point of contact for physicians and is responsive to physicians' needs.
• Makes/ensures that appropriate assignments are made.
• Guides and collaborates with Case Managers to ensure appropriate patient resource use and movement.
• Supports flow of information and communications including interdisciplinary information and communications from Clinical Director to Associates and from Associates to Clinical Director.
• Collaborates with support departments to ensure services needed for patient care are appropriate and timely
• Delegates tasks appropriately and within licensure requirements.
• Participates in quality reviews for clinical care.
• Provides clinical leadership to Associates during the shift.
• Supports Associate's development of skill and knowledge.
• Provides first line feedback to staff on performance.
• In collaboration with Clinical Director prepares and conducts performance evaluations as directed.
• Creates a positive work environment and contributes to Associate retention.

Requirements

Education Qualifications

• Post-Graduate Certificate or Diploma Nursing - RN
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree Nursing - RN

Experience Qualifications

• 1-3 years Nursing Minimum of 2 years RN experience

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to convey information clearly and professionally to patients, families, and health care teams ensuring alignment with care plans
• Assess team members skills, delegates task appropriately and provides oversight to ensure high quality patient care
• Familiarity with care coordination processes discharge planning and resource management to ensure seamless transition of patients within care setting.
• Strong knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act and the scope of practice for a Registered Nurse.
• Ability to process complex clinical information using critical thinking to develop, implement, and support individualized care plans.
• Familiarity with healthcare technology that enhances patient safety and care efficiency (e.g., bar code scanning, electronic health records).

Licenses and Certifications

• BASIC LIFE SUPPORT
• Registered Nurse
• Preferred: Certification in clinical specialty

Supervision Provided by this Position

• Supervises all clinical and support staff assigned to the team.

Physical Demands

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
• Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
• Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.

At Bridge Global, we are committed to delivering high-quality patient care while fostering a supportive team environment. Join us in making a difference in our community through dedicated service and compassionate healthcare.

As a Young Persons Advisor, you’ll play a vital role in supporting young people age 16 to 25 as they transition to adulthood. This is a statutory role guided by the Children Act 1989, Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000, and the Children and Social Work Act 2017.

You’ll manage a diverse caseload and act as a consistent, reliable figure helping young people build their future across housing, health, education, and employment.