Live-in Healthcare Support Worker – Adult
Location – Faringdon
Pay – £1000 Weekly
Shift – 2 weeks working on a 2 weekly rotation.
We have a fantastic opportunity that requires Live-In Healthcare Support Workers with spinal injury experience.
You will be working with our client, who is an adult male who lives in his own home in the Faringdon area. They need a small team of Live-In healthcare support workers to support them across 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, with their on-going health and support needs. Our client has a wide range of interests, including sport, music, technology, movies and barbecues. They also like to travel whenever they can, throughout the UK and also overseas and are looking to build a team of individuals that share similar interests and also that enjoy travel. All applicants must be drivers and able to drive in the UK, as our client has a vehicle that can be used for regular trips out and about, including for both work and leisure activities.
Through working as part of the OneCall24 Healthcare team, you will have the full support of your local Nurse Manager, as well as the wider OneCall24 Healthcare team, who are also on hand, each day to support however is needed. All applicants have a great opportunity to join a team that really wants to make a positive difference in people lives.
We are passionate about delivering the best quality nursing led care and we are looking for like-minded professional who have great person-centred skills, a passion to succeed and a proven track record of experience within this specialist area of healthcare at home.
All of our Live-In Healthcare Support Workers need to have:
· Previous experience of working within live-in care.
· Experienced in moving and handling.
· Right to live and work in the UK.
· A full UK driving license or equivalent.
Benefits for our employees include:
At OneCall24 Healthcare, we pride ourselves on being person centred in every aspect of care that we deliver. We are passionate about what we do which is why we dedicate extensive hours in clinical planning and person-centred training for our staff, making sure each and every one of our customers, is provided with the best outcome-based care possible.
You will be joining a team of nurses that support each other and share a true passion for excellence.
· Excellent rates of pay.
· Paid weekly, on time and accurately.
· Free DBS.
· Out of hours on call support centre.
· Ongoing CPD and Development opportunities.
Please contact us today to begin your application, or call 03333 22 11 33, quoting Complex Care Faringdon, to speak with one of our team today!
OneCall24 Healthcare is committed to promoting equal opportunities and nothing contained within this job advertisement is intended to discriminate in any way against anyone.
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Maintenance Person – Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire Location: Hampden Hall Care Centre, Tamarisk Way, Weston Turville, Aylesbury, Buck, HP22 5ZBSalary: £28,000 to £31,000 per annum, depending on experience Hours: 40 hours per weekShifts: 8.00am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday (flexibility required for on call service)Job type: PermanentCome and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare! #CareWithUsAtWestgateWe are looking for an experienced and self-motivated Maintenance Person to join our family at Hampden Hall Care Centre. We are looking for individuals who share our values, have an interest in helping others, a can-do attitude and who will treat the people we support with care, compassion and respect. If you want to make a difference to the lives of our elderly residents, apply today.Why work at Westgate?
Improve your financial wellness and flexibility with Wagestream; access your wages before pay day and enjoy exclusive discounts at a variety of the UK’s favourite shopsAccess to the Blue Light Card (employee discount scheme)Access to other discount schemes; Byond Prepayment Card (employee cashback card), Extras Discounts (employee discount scheme) and Cycle to Work SchemeRefer a Friend Scheme - earn up to £500 for a successful referral!Internal and external employee recognition schemes (e.g. Employee of the Month and Long Service) and team building social eventsSupport in achieving additional qualifications, including nationally recognised qualificationsAccess to financial and wellbeing support through The Care Workers Charity Comprehensive staff induction with free training and professional development
About the role:
Painting and decorating, general joinery, basic electrics and basic plumbingEnsure that all mechanical and non-mechanical, electrical and plumbing equipment on the premises is maintained and in safe and clean working order, carrying out all necessary and mandatory checks on all fire and lighting equipment as well as other facilitiesKeep up to date with new developments and required maintenance checks for nursing homesCheck the maintenance books on all floors daily and action immediatelyKnow the location of fuse boxes, main stopcocks etc and how to turn off services if requiredCheck fire alarm systems weekly, ensuring all information is recordedCheck emergency lighting and water temperatures monthly, ensuring all information is recordedEnsure fire appliances are checked and serviced regularlyCheck all fire doors weekly and record any issuesCarry out quarterly fire drills and ensure staff follow fire evacuation procedures and assist with updating fire evacuation proceduresCheck all electric lights daily and replace bulbs as necessaryMake sure the Nurse Call System is in good working order at all times by carrying out regular checks and documenting thisCheck all pressure relieving mattresses monthly to ensure they are functioning correctly. Report to Home Manager if there are any issuesCheck all beds and bed controls on a monthly basis and ensure they are working correctly. Report to Home Manager if there are any issuesRedecorate all rooms and corridors as requested by the Home Manager
About you:
The right to live and work in the UKA clean, valid Driving Licence Skilled in painting and decorating, basic electrics and basic plumbingKnowledge of Health and Safety and Fire SafetyUnderstanding of general maintenance work / DIY and experience of dealing with minor repairsGood communication skills with the ability to work as part of a teamGood health and fitness, the post involves lifting and requires physical staminaPrevious experience in a care home environment is desirable but not essential
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive suitable applications, therefore, an early submission is encouraged. Due to a high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.WGHROB....Read more...
The Fire Alarm Design Engineer will be responsible for producing designs, detailed information for manufacturing, scheduling parts, whilst ensuring business deadlines and requirements are achieved. This will involve good collaboration with numerous other departments to ensure clear and accurate information is delivered, meeting the clients and company’s requirements, whilst providing continuous improvements.
The Fire Alarm Design Engineer will promote excellent working standards and customer practices by having a hands-on approach to completing projects.
Skills & Knowledge:
Comfortable with computers and willing to learn CAD and technical software
Good problem-solving and communication skills
Organised and able to manage time across multiple tasks
Logical thinking and excellent attention to detail
Excellent organisational skills
Key duties:
Understand and work to BS5839
Evaluate and understand scope and responsibilities of projects
Understand the legislative requirements and standards applicable to provide a compliant and comprehensive design
Liaise with other departments (where relevant) and customers to ensure all aspects are understood and communicated correctly.
Liaise with customer and other parties (in house and external) to forge a mutually acceptable agreed route
Clarify responsibilities and understand basic contractual elements
Confirm proposals in comprehensive correspondence & design statements
Help design and plan fire alarm systems for new and upgraded installations
Prepare and produce a fully compliant design in line with the applicable standards and project requirements
Liaise with the project team and customers to ensure design documents align with client requirements
Prioritise workload to ensure projects are developed in time with customers’ requirements
Prepare a fully detailed schedule of the equipment required to meet the design produced
Assist in the creation and revision of schematics and layout drawings
Use CAD and other specialist software to produce accurate system diagrams
Manage changes to the design and required equipment for the project
Assist with preparing technical documentation, project packs, and handover files
Help maintain accurate project records and schedules
Confirm proposals in comprehensive correspondence & design statements
Be responsive to ongoing demands and correspondence.
Input into and help with improving the quality and service within the area
Have a high regard and standard for delivering customer service
Occasionally attend site visits to aid with technical and design related issues
Training:
You will be required to attend the Institute of Technology, 1 day per week in term time only
You will be assigned an assessor who will visit you in the workplace every 8 weeks to support you with your apprenticeship
You will receive a Level 4 HNC Engineering Manufacturing Technician qualification upon successful completion of your apprenticeship
Training Outcome:Opportunity to remain at SSG in a suitable open vacancy at the time the apprentice completes the course, we have had apprentices recently follow on into permanent roles within the business and have been successful in offering this for a number of years.Employer Description:At SSG we believe that human interaction is an essential part of the care giving process, and that good technology should enable caregivers to be free from unnecessary distractions, so they can focus on giving their patients the care they need, when they need it.
That’s why, for almost 60 years, we have been developing smart solutions and technologies that connect people and systems to provide safer, heathier environments for both staff and patients in the acute care setting.
From our first electronic nurse ‘call bell’ system launched in 1964, that enabled patients in hospital to call for help, we have continued to explore ways that technology can work for our customers. Whether that is providing essential critical alarms, integrated communication systems or software solutions to enhance clinical workflow, our focus is on keeping patients safe, providing a calming environment, and giving our customers more time to care.
We are proud to be a British manufacturer, with a strong heritage in product design, build and installation. As technology advances, our digital solutions can help customers evolve with the ever-changing demands of the healthcare environment, preserving resources, reducing costs and improving patient care.
Our people are inspired and empowered to develop best in class solutions that have a positive impact on the patient and carer experience. As part of the Halma family, we are passionate about creating a safer, cleaner and healthier future for everyone, every day.
OUR PURPOSE – To create a world where every patient feels safe.
OUR VISION – A world where technology works for people, so that caregivers have more time to care for their patients.
OUR MISSION – We provide smart communication solutions, connecting caregivers, patients and data, to improve workflow and decision making, so that patients get the care they need, when they need it.Working Hours :Monday to Thursday, 09:00 - 17:00.
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Following a period of significant management change, the site is seeking stability, strong leadership, and clinical oversight during an important phase of organisational development and cultural transformation.
This is a pivotal interim role to ensure the service delivers high-quality care, builds trust with staff, and positions itself for long-term success.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the service as Registered Manager, ensuring compliance with CQC and other regulatory requirements.
Provide hands-on clinical leadership in collaboration with the Matron (clinical lead) and Head of Therapy.
Drive a united culture, bridging divides between nursing, therapy, and senior leadership teams.
Embed strong governance practices, ensuring care plans, medication management, and documentation meet the highest standards.
Support the delivery of rehabilitation and ABI-focused care, aligning with best practice and clinical pathways.
Guide the team through a journey of change, stabilising staff turnover and building confidence.
Collaborate closely with the wider business as part of a phased neuro-rehab site integration (5 sites total).
Oversee operational improvements, including the planned building works.
Current Challenges
Culture: Historical division between therapy and nursing teams, and between senior leaders and clinical teams.
Consistency: Multiple leadership changes have led to instability and vulnerability in the service.
Reputation: The site has a chequered history and needs a leader who can inspire confidence.
Governance: While progress has been made, documentation and care delivery still need improvement
Essential:
Current NMC PIN (Registered Nurse).
Proven experience as a Registered or Deputy Manager in a CQC-regulated service.
Strong clinical leadership in neurorehabilitation and/or ABI settings.
Knowledge of safeguarding, MCA, DoLS, and clinical governance.
Hands-on, collaborative leadership style with empathy and resilience.
Experience uniting teams and leading cultural change.
You will be a service-led leader—driven yet approachable—able to “put an arm around” the site while challenging and supporting staff to achieve excellence. You will avoid a purely top-down approach, instead coaching, mentoring, and educating the team to deliver best outcomes for service users.
Pay £450-£500 Inside IR35
ASAP start
5 days on-site
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