CAREERS

Energy Advice Officer

Groundwork CLM - Home or office based (Northwich) with home visits and community engagement within a local area

Job Type : Full Time - Permanent
Salary : £22444 – £24776 (Currently under review)
Hours : 36.25 hours per week (part-time - job share and flexible working considered)

We have an exciting opportunity to join our expanding team at Groundwork as an Energy Advice Officer supporting communities across Cheshire West and Chester.
Previous experience is beneficial but not essential. We’re looking for a dynamic and dedicated team member who is passionate about making a difference.

As a home-based Energy Advice Officer your role will be to provide engaging energy advice in affordable warmth, energy efficiency and water efficiency to households across Cheshire West.

The role includes home visiting, telephone advice, community engagement and connecting with local organisations and wider fuel poverty initiatives across the area. You will champion the fuel poverty cause with local stakeholders and make a key contribution to the success of Groundwork’s Green Doctor programme.

It is a unique and challenging role that gives you the chance to make a difference to people’s lives every day.

For more information about Green Doctor projects see Green Doctor.

Application Pack
Energy Advice Officer JD and Person Specification

Groundwork Job Application Form

Declaration of Convictions

Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form

How To Apply
Please download and complete the above Application, Declaration of Convictions and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Forms and email them to [email protected] or send by post to Groundwork, 74-80 Hallgate, Wigan, WN1 1HP by the closing date.

Alternatively, email [email protected] or phone 01942 821 444 to request for an application pack to be sent to you.

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Closing date: 5pm Friday 5th April 2024 Interviews: w/c 8th April 2024

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Assistant Care Manager

Home Instead - -

Job Type : -
Salary : -
Hours : -

Job Purpose

Responsible for managing the needs of clients and supporting the Head of Client Experience.

The Role

· Management of clients and responsibility for their ongoing care and support with a focus on person centred care.
· Provide line management to the Client Experience team, building and maintaining a positive team ethos.
· Actively participate and contribute in objective setting and review succession planning.
· Undertake consultation to new clients, complete assessments and complete all new client’s paperwork as required.
· Carry out Care professional appraisals, one-to-one supervision, return to work meetings, support visits and competency assessments.
· Create, update and audit client care plans and assist with digital care planning.
· Identifying training needs/follow ups in respect of auditing activity.
· Assist Care professionals in completing their relevant care qualification.
· Maintain accurate client and care professional records on Home Instead software and People Planner.
· Conduct client and care professional introductions.
· Build and maintain positive relationships with potential and existing clients, their families and other professionals involved in their care.
· Carry out client reviews and action accordingly.
· Support, mentor and supervise Care professionals.
· Maintain regular contact with clients and Care professionals.
· Deputise for the Head of Client Experience as and when required.
· Any other duties as directed by your line manager.
· Participate in on-call duties as required.
· Ensure compliance with Home Instead’s Equality, Diversity and Equal Opportunities Policy, in respect of employment and service delivery.
· Carry out any other duties deemed necessary for the successful operation of the business.

Essential Criteria

· Level 3 NVQ in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
· Experience in the care sector delivering a wide range of personal care services.
· Experience of working with MAR sheets and medication in a supervisory role.
· Passion for delivering the highest quality care to our clients and helping them to live independently and happily in their own homes.
· Ability to nurture Care professionals to enable them to reach their full potential.
· Knowledge and understanding of legislation and regulations specific to Health and Social Care.
· Good communication skills with the ability to build rapport quickly.
· Must be confident to use care management technology including providing support and training to Care professionals.
· Must understand the importance of confidentiality working within current legislation.
· Good working knowledge of IT systems with experience of Microsoft Office or Google Suite and virtual communication platforms with the aptitude to learn and adopt new technologies and software where appropriate.
· Must have full driving license and means of transport if required within the territory to visit clients.
· Be organised and flexible to meet the needs of the business.

Core Competencies
– Driving Results
– Customer Focus
– Influencing
– Teamwork & Collaboration
– Communication & Relationship
– Management
– Living Home Instead
– Agile Learner

This document describes the general nature and level of work for the position. It is not a comprehensive list of its responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts and conditions. Your employer reserves the right to modify the description in the future with or without notice. The responsibilities for this position are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. This role is subject to a Criminal Records check at the appropriate level.

Care Professional

Home Instead - -

Job Type : -
Salary : -
Hours : -

Objective

To provide a variety of non-medical services that allow clients to remain in their own homes and to enhance the quality of their life. To help clients and their families meet the challenges of ageing with dignity, pride, care and compassion.

Primary Responsibilities
· Reflect the core values of Home Instead franchise
· Contribute to a positive living environment to enhance a client’s quality of life
· Document daily activities and report any significant changes in a client’s needs or living conditions
· Maintain regular communication with line manager and office staff

Companionship Services which could include, but are not limited to:
· Offer companionship and conversation
· Monitor diet and eating
· Stimulate and encourage through a variety of activities (for example clothing selection, hobbies and crafts)
· Arrange and provide reminders for appointments, activities and outings
· Help with travel arrangements
· Organise mail and write letters
· Assist with walking (lending an arm to steady)
· Accompany to appointments and social events (for example visiting friends or family, lunch, club meetings)

Home Help Services which could include, but are not limited to:

· Run errands / collect prescriptions etc
· Performing light housekeeping tasks (dusting, vacuuming, making beds, changing linens, cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, washing and ironing, taking out rubbish, caring for houseplants etc.)
· Organise and tidy cupboards and check food expiry dates
· Plan prepare and tidy away meals
· Answer the door
· Assist with pet care
· Supervise home maintenance
· Help with shopping and oversee home deliveries

Personal Care Services which could include, but are not limited to:

· Provide medication reminders
· Help with bathing, dressing and grooming
· Help with continence care
· Assist to eat and drink
· Provide Dementia / Alzheimer care
· Provide respite / convalescence care
· Assist with morning/wake up and or evening/tuck in

Essential Criteria

· Ability to treat and care for clients and their property with dignity and respect
· Ability to adapt to various living environments and locations
· Ability to listen, communicate clearly and build relationships with clients and their families in a friendly and pleasant manner
· Willingness to work and communicate professionally with Home Instead office teams and other social and health care professionals
· Respect for people with different backgrounds and beliefs to your own and who may have a range of medical conditions. Commitment to non-discriminatory care practice
· Willing to seek guidance when needed and follow instructions
· Excellent timekeeper who is organised and reliable
· Ability to adapt to change quickly and make common sense decisions at short notice
· Good hygiene practice, including personal hygiene and a smart appearance
· Good level of stamina and fitness to meet the physical demands of the job
· This role will require you to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure from the relevant body
· Class 1 business insurance (if using own car for business purposes)

This document describes the general nature and level of work for the position. It is not a comprehensive list of its responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts and conditions. Your employer reserves the right to modify the description in the future with or without notice. The responsibilities for this position are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Mechanics and Mot Testers Wanted

Chester Auto Services - Sealand Industrial Estate

Job Type : Permanent - Full Time
Salary : Salary negotiated depending on experience
Hours : 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday to Friday also possibly Saturdays 8:30am to 2:00pm

What the role entails:

We are looking for skilled mechanics and MOT testers to join our fun and friendly team. They need to be Level 3 vehicle technical and also MOT tester qualified (class 4-7) Previous experience working as a MOT tester. In-depth knowledge of MOT testing standards and procedures. Familiarity with state Health and Safety legislation. A skilled MOT tester is a thorough professional with a keen eye for detail and in-depth knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.

Key responsibilities include:

Receiving and completing work orders.

Conducting MOT tests according to Ministry standards.

Troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues.

Observing safety protocols at all times.

Rectifying faults and mechanical failures.

Conducting routine auto maintenance.

Maintaining state health and safety work standards.

Completing and presenting MOT test reports.

Advising clients on major repairs and services.

All aspects of vehicle maintenance, Repairs, Servicing

We are specialists in all makes and models

Learn with us and grow with us

Ideal candidate skills and requirements:

Previous experience working as a MOT tester.

In-depth knowledge of MOT testing standards and procedures.

Familiarity with state Health and Safety legislation.

Advanced technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.

Excellent troubleshooting skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Good communication and report writing skills.

Detail-oriented with good knowledge of health and safety in the workplace.

E-mail CV’s are to be sent to: [email protected] or drop in a CV.

Telephone number for further details 01244 377747 ask for Sarah