Support Worker - Supported Living (Jarrow, South Tyneside)
We are recruiting a Support Worker to join a modern supported living service in Jarrow, South Tyneside on a temp-to-perm basis. The service supports adults with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, complex needs, non-verbal communication requirements and autism, using a person-centred and active support approach.
About the role as a Support Worker:
You will provide high-quality, person-centred support to adults living in their own homes. The role focuses on promoting independence, dignity, and well-being while supporting individuals to achieve their personal goals.
Key responsibilities include:
Providing respectful personal care
Supporting with everyday domestic tasks such as cooking and cleaning
Building positive and trusting relationships
Encouraging independence, confidence, and well-being
Supporting individuals to develop life skills and access new opportunities
About you as a Support Worker:
Full manual driving licence preferred but not essential
Caring, reliable, and person-centred approach
Flexible availability for full-time hours
This role is subject to a Genuine Occupational Requirement and is therefore open to female applicants only, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010
What's on offer as a Support Worker:
£12.85 per hour
Temp-to-perm opportunity (12 weeks temporary, then permanent)
Full-time hours with flexible availability
A rewarding role where you can make a real difference
For more information or to apply, please contact:
Aaron Connolly - Recruitment ConsultantTelephone: 01189 485555Email: aconnolly@charecruitment.com....Read more...
Opticians vacancies and Optical Practice Manager jobs based in North Shields, Tyne & Wear.
An expanding group of independent Opticians based in the North East are looking for a full time Opticians Practice Manager for their well established practice in North Shields, working Monday to Friday!
Opticians Practice Manager - Role
Family oriented independent Opticians with a very loyal patient base
Single testing with a focus on quality rather than volume
Offers personalised services to all patients
Managing a team of around 4-5 people in total
Deliver excellent customer service and demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
Manage the team to achieve high levels of sales performance and customer satisfaction.
Maintain up to date knowledge of our products to recommend the best solution.
Ensure store stock is displayed effectively, hygienically and products and equipment are secured according to Company guidelines
Accurately operate the POS system and accounts for all transactions (cash, credit, returns)
Perform work accurately and thoroughly despite time pressure and customer volume, whilst maintaining a friendly and professional attitude.
Identify situations involving unsatisfied customers and act quickly for resolution, keeping notes to convey effective handovers between staff.
Assists the customer in selecting frames and lenses that are best suited for their lifestyle and prescription needs.
Being proactive in keeping up to date with operational standards and training modules to further their knowledge.
Assist with contact lenses and dispensing glasses.
Working 5 from Monday to Friday
Practice opening times from 8.30am to 5pm
Salary between £26,000 to £30,000 DOE
Bonus scheme
Opticians Practice Manager - Requirements
Previous experience of working within an Opticians
Previous experience of managing a leading a team
Committed to the practice development and driven to succeed
Customer focused
Sales savvy
Confident
Reliable
Excellent organisational and communication skills
To apply for this role please send your CV or call 0114 238 1726 for more information.....Read more...
The apprentice will:
Work with time served sheet metal workers and fabricators.Learn how to read drawings, select steel and prepare materialsbe trained in how to use specialist tools and equipment in the workshop
Mark off, measure, cut and bend using various cutting and forming tools and equipment
Work safely at all times complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, organisational and environmental requirements
Prepare for the metal fabrication activities before commencing work
Check materials conform to the specified grades, dimensions and thicknesses identified on detailed engineering drawings
Use the correct methods for the moving and handling resources and materials
Set up, check and adjust the equipment for use in the safe and reliable fabrication of metal products or components and maintaining the equipment in a reliable and safe condition throughout
Interpret technical drawings, patterns, templates and specifications to mark out, produce and assemble complex fabricated products to meet the required specification and quality requirements
Cut, drill, shape and preparing metal materials during fabrication activities using manual and power tools as required calculating dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments/equipment
Training:The candidate will work towards a Metal Fabricator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:
Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge)
End point assessment
Delivery method to be confirmed
Training Outcome:
Full-time position upon completion of the apprenticeship may be offered to the right candidate
Employer Description:Kaefer in Jarrow is part of the global KAEFER Group, which has over 33,000 employees and operates in more than 30 countries, offering services that help keep complex industrial assets safe, efficient and long-lasting. Kaefer’s core business is delivering technical industrial services across sectors such as nuclear, energy, defence and heavy industry. Their work focuses on asset integrity and maintenance, helping clients protect and extend the life of critical infrastructure.
Services offered include access solutions (like scaffolding and rope access), insulation and thermal management, surface and protective coatings, electrical, control & instrumentation work, inspection & non-destructive testing, HVAC design and fabrication and asbestos management. They also provide specialist engineering, facilities support, passive fire protection, industrial cleaning and metal fabrication.
At the Jarrow site, Kaefer combines its UK head office with a fabrication facility producing precision-engineered components like steel ductwork used in projects such as nuclear power stations.
Overall, Kaefer Jarrow delivers tailored solutions that ensure safety, compliance and operational continuity for demanding industrial environments.Working Hours :07:30 to 16:15 Mon to Thurs (30 min unpaid lunch break) and 07:30 to 12:30 on Friday, no lunch breakSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
