Total 12 Junior Executive level Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in Plymouth, PL4 7PY

Location: Plymouth
Position: Education, Health, and Care Assistant (EHCA)
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Contract Type: Full-time/Part-time, Permanent

Are you compassionate, resilient, and dedicated to supporting children with complex educational, health, and care needs? We are seeking an Education, Health, and Care Assistant (EHCA) to join our team at a Special Educational Needs (SEN) Primary School in Plymouth. This role provides essential support to pupils with diverse needs, ensuring their access to learning and their overall well-being.

Working under the guidance of teaching staff, Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs), and medical staff, the EHCA will provide holistic support to pupils. This includes assisting with education and care programs and handling some medical support tasks to enable students' full participation in school life. Duties may be conducted within the classroom, in designated school areas, or during off-site activities.
- Educational Support: Provide specialist support for pupils with additional needs, ensuring they can access and engage with learning activities. Assist teachers with classroom management, record-keeping, and the planning of tailored learning activities.
- Health and Medical Support: Participate in training to develop medical competencies, such as gastrostomy support, airway management, and epilepsy treatment, under the direction of nursing staff. Assist with pupil first-aid, health care plans, and routine medical support.
- Care Responsibilities: Assist with Personal Care and Risk Assessments, promote positive pupil behavior, support intimate care duties, and ensure pupil safety during all learning activities.
- Collaborative Role: Work closely with other staff, parents, and outside professionals to deliver and implement Individual Education and Health Plans that foster communication, emotional well-being, and independence for each child.
- Experience with SEN: Prior experience supporting children with special educational needs is preferred.
- Medical Competencies: Willingness to undergo training in various medical and health competencies tailored to individual pupils' needs.
- Physical Fitness: The role involves physical activity, such as lifting, assisting with mobility, and supporting pupils in water-based activities.
- Communication Skills: Strong written and oral communication skills to interact effectively with pupils, staff, and families. Experience with or willingness to learn communication aids, such as PECS and signing, is essential.
- Technical Skills: Basic IT skills and familiarity with classroom equipment, such as iPads and photocopiers, to support learning activities.
- Classroom Environment: Mainly based within classrooms but may include exposure to outdoor conditions during off-site activities or supervision of pupils outdoors.
- Emotional Resilience: Ability to manage stress from exposure to challenging behavior or welfare issues.
- Personal Care Needs: Comfort with handling bodily fluids and personal care as required by some students.

This role offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of children with special needs by supporting their health, educational growth, and personal care. We provide comprehensive training, a supportive team environment, and a rewarding career where no two days are the same.

If you're motivated, patient, and ready to empower students in an SEN setting, we'd love to hear from you!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

Job Advert: Health, and Care Assistant (EHCA) - SEN Primary School Bank Staff

Location: Plymouth
Position: Supply Education, Health, and Care Assistant (EHCA)
Salary: Competitive daily rate, based on experience
Contract Type: Supply/Bank Staff (Short-Term & Long-Term Assignments Available)

Are you passionate about supporting children with complex educational, health, and care needs, but need flexibility in your schedule? We are seeking Supply Education, Health, and Care Assistants (EHCAs) to join our bank of supply staff at a Special Educational Needs (SEN) School in Plymouth. This is an excellent opportunity for flexible work, with both short-term and long-term placements available to suit your availability.

As a Supply EHCA, you will support students with special needs on an as-needed basis, covering both planned and unplanned absences. Working under the guidance of teaching staff, Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs), and medical staff, you'll play a crucial role in providing educational support, care, and some medical assistance to students. Your work may be conducted in the classroom, off-site, or in specialized school areas.
- Educational Support: Help pupils with special needs access learning by providing personalized support within the classroom environment. Assist teachers with classroom management, record-keeping, and implementing Individual Education and Behaviour Plans.
- Health and Medical Assistance: Undertake training to support a range of medical needs as directed by nursing staff, including tasks such as gastrostomy support, epilepsy treatment, and airway management.
- Personal Care and Wellbeing: Provide intimate care as required, including assistance with toileting and mobility. Encourage positive behavior, support emotional wellbeing, and ensure students' safety during activities.
- Flexible Assignments: As supply staff, be ready to adapt quickly to different classrooms and pupil needs, ensuring continuity of care and learning even on short-notice assignments.
- Experience with SEN: Prior experience working with children with SEN is highly valued.
- Medical Competencies: Willingness to train in basic medical support skills specific to pupils' needs, provided under the supervision of nursing staff.
- Adaptability and Reliability: Able to respond quickly to short-term bookings and manage varied assignments with ease.
- Strong Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written skills to communicate with students, staff, and families.
- Physical Stamina: This role involves physical activities like lifting, mobility support, and participation in water-based exercises.
- Variety of Settings: Primarily classroom-based, with potential outdoor supervision and off-site activities.
- Flexible Hours: As supply staff, choose assignments that match your availability, whether for short-term or longer-term cover.
- Resilience: Ability to handle emotional demands from exposure to sensitive situations and challenging behavior with a positive attitude.

This role offers rewarding, flexible work with the chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives in an SEN setting. You'll receive ongoing training, enjoy diverse assignments, and have the freedom to choose your working days.

If you're caring, adaptable, and ready to bring supportive energy to our team, apply today!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

To carry out a range of clinical duties with minimal/ no supervision, including, blood pressure monitoring, oxygen saturation levels, body temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate, glucose monitoring, collection and testing of urine samples/ faecal samples/ sputum samples and wound swabs ensuring delivery of high quality patient care at all times. Assist clinician during bone marrow biopsy clinics To assist in the care of maintaining skin integrity over pressure points, recognising and reporting all adverse findings to senior staff Escort of patients to other departments Willingness to undertake further training and development, including central line dressing care using ANTT approach

Full job description in supporting information. Job Title: Health Improvement Assistant Band: 2 Locality: Wellbeing Team Base: Mount Gould Admin Block Hours of Work: 15 hours weekdays Responsible to: Office Manager 1. JOB PURPOSE To deliver an effective and competent level of clerical and IT support and consistently deliver a client-focused service which promotes good customer service and effective working relationships. The job will require communications through several channels including telephone, email, postal service, and social media. The job description and person specification are an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. The job holder will carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required by their line manager. The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an on-going basis in accordance with the changing needs of the Wellbeing Team and the organisation.

Making Plymouth a great place to grow up and grow old means supporting individuals to live independently, safely and well.

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Meet with over 20 recruiting employers including University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust, Livewell Southwest, adult social care providers including care homes, domiciliary care and supported living and early years/childcare.

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

Please see supporting information for full Job Description andPerson Specification. Job Title: Health Improvement Assistant Band: 2 Locality: Wellbeing Team Base: Mount Gould Admin Block Hours of Work: 37.5 hours weekdays 10am to 6pm Responsible to: Office Manager 1. JOB PURPOSE To deliver an effective and competent level of clerical and IT support and consistently deliver a client-focused service which promotes good customer service and effective working relationships. The job will require communications through several channels including telephone, email, postal service, and social media. The job description and person specification are an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. The job holder will carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required by their line manager. The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an on-going basis in accordance with the changing needs of the Wellbeing Team and the organisation. 4.MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Dealing with routine enquiries in a pleasant and helpful manner, communicating relevant information to customers, stakeholders and referring to others as appropriate. Answer telephone calls, taking messages and passing on accurately to the relevant person/department. Ensure that general office supplies are monitored; undertake ordering and stock control. Assist with editing and updating our website and our social media profile. Ensure that all comments, complaints, and suggestions are dealt with appropriately, in accordance with policy, resolving where possible and escalating as appropriate. Promote the image of the department, checking that notices and leaflets are up to date and well presented. Arrange appointments, meetings and events on behalf of the service, making bookings where necessary and ensuring all equipment, documentation and paperwork is available, in conjunction with line manager where required. Produce minutes and action note from meetings and distribute accordingly. Prepare training manuals, equipment, documentation, and paperwork for training courses. Undertake general admin tasks such as photocopying, printing & laminating etc. Input data and printing/sharing reports from computerised systems. Use electronic systems to enable effective management of service areas. Be compliant with policies such as data protection, record keeping and confidentiality. Be proactive and contribute to the smooth running of the service with ideas for improvement. 5.COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS The post holder will interact with the general public, work colleagues, external stakeholders, Livewell Southwest employees, venues and workplaces. 5.1 Responsibility for People Management The post holder will be responsible for familiarising new employees with office procedures. 5.2 Responsibility for financial and / or physical resources Collect data regarding purchasing and invoicing to support managers budgetary requirements. Responsible for stock control and security. Keep records of expenditure and produce reports as required. 5.3 Responsibility for Administration Responsible for the arrangement of meetings and distribution of agendas, minutes and action notes. Ensure records are up to date and stored as per record keeping policy. Responsible for all general administrative tasks such as letter writing, photocopying, printing. Responsible for training packs, venues, arrangement of refreshments and resources. 5.4 Responsibility for people who use our services Responsible for answering the phone to members of the public and stakeholders. May be required to attend external events, speaking to members of the public or event administration. 5.5 Responsibility for implementation of policy and/or service developments The post holder may contribute to service development and implement changes to established working processes as appropriate. 5.6 Other responsibilities Responsible for information resources e.g., Computer hardware/ software. Processing and generating information. Creating, updating, and maintaining information databases and systems. Ensuring that data is readily available for audit purposes. File management- removing out of date files and ensuring that files are up to date and easily retrievable. 6.PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB There is likely to be frequent sitting and standing. Frequent light effort to lift and manual handing of equipment for health events and training. Key board work is likely throughout the working day. 7.MENTAL EFFORT Frequent concentration required when undertaking data-inputting, typing documents, making appointments and processing records. 8.EMOTIONAL EFFORT There may rarely be exposure to service users who exhibit difficult, challenging and upsetting behaviour. The post holder may need to seek support from colleagues or line-manager on such occasions. 9.WORKING CONDITIONS Exposure to unpleasant conditions is unlikely. The post holder will use VDU for high proportion of time. However, all staff will be entitled to a workstation assessment and VDU check. The service requires cover between 0800-1800 therefore some flexibility of working hours will be required to ensure the service is always covered. There may also be some evening and weekend requirement. "Please note that this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route"

Full job description in supporting information. Job Title: Health Improvement Assistant Band: 2 Locality: Wellbeing Team Base: Mount Gould Admin Block Hours of Work: 15 hours weekdays Responsible to: Office Manager 1. JOB PURPOSE To deliver an effective and competent level of clerical and IT support and consistently deliver a client-focused service which promotes good customer service and effective working relationships. The job will require communications through several channels including telephone, email, postal service, and social media. The job description and person specification are an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. The job holder will carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required by their line manager. The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an on-going basis in accordance with the changing needs of the Wellbeing Team and the organisation.

To work as part of a cohesive team liaising closely with medical and nursing staff across the Trust Setting professional standards for the junior team and maintaining them To work alongside senior Stroke nurses and Medical team in assessing and caring for acute stroke pts Work closely with ward nursing staff to ensure best evidence based practice is adopted through the development of care pathways, protocols and procedures related to the care of Stroke patients. Assisting developing clear processes for staff regarding Stroke patient management in terms of timeframe for test, investigations, results, LOS discharge etc. Be aware of any potential stroke patients for review in ED, on the MAU, or outlied on other wards Identify new admissions and ensure that a plan is in place to bring outlying patients onto the stroke unit as soon as possible Assess patient risk factors and advise on modifiable risk factors Maintain and promotes privacy and dignity of all patients at all times. Proactively seek to understand how improvements can be made to the service, and work with other members of the team to develop and implement these improvements To work in accordance with the Trust policies and procedures. To act appropriately as a senior nurse in emergency situations, and to be familiar with emergency procedures including fire and resuscitation. To maintain and update registration with the NMC, including maintenance of a personal portfolio and revalidation, and to work within the scope of a professional practice as laid out by the NMC code of professional conduct. For further details please see the attached JD.

Healthcare Assistant - Outpatients

Plymouth Hospital | Outpatients | Permanent contract | Full time | Includes weekend work

Up to £24,000 depending on experience

37.5 hours per week

Nuffield Health is the UK's largest Healthcare Charity. We're passionate about putting patients first. And we're looking for someone who feels the same to join our forward-thinking Outpatients team. Working across a variety of cases and supporting a wide range of specialties, you're sure to broaden your skills.

As a Healthcare Assistant in Outpatients at our Plymouth Hospital, you'll bring relevant experience, a keen eye for detail and a flexible approach. You demonstrate patience, focus and excellent communication skills. A real team player, you have the diligence, IT literacy and passion for development and training to make a difference.

And if you're qualified to NVQ Level 2 or 3, with relevant experience in an acute hospital or care setting, that's even better.

As a Healthcare Assistant in Outpatients, you will:

• Assist colleagues in Orthopaedics, Gynaecology, Neurosurgery, Plastics Surgery, ENT, Cardiology, GP Services, Psychiatry and Physiotherapy
• Enjoy more time to care for patients as individuals
• Manage a wide range of activities and changing priorities
• Make sure the day-to-day operations of our various clinics run smoothly
• Assist consultants and nurses with procedures, such as dressings and wound care
• Carry out pre-assessment, both face-to-face and over the phone

Helping you feel good.

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. At Nuffield Health, you can access everything from free gym membership to private healthcare and financial advice. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you.

Nuffield Health Plymouth Hospital

The Nuffield Health Plymouth Hospital is situated next to the Nuffield Health Devonshire Gym, in Derriford, Plymouth and we have been part of the Plymouth community since 1971. We have 3 main theatres - 2 laminar flow and 1 digital, a fully JAG accredited endoscopy suite, a 35-bedded ward with one 4 bedded bay and one 2 bedded bay. Our outpatients department has 12 consulting rooms with a dedicated ophthalmology suite and ENT service.

We carry out treatment under a range of specialities including Orthopaedics, Plastic Surgery and Neurosurgery. We recently were rated in the top 50 hospitals in the country for our total hip replacement patient outcomes.

Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.

If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role.

It starts with you.

Healthcare Assistant - Outpatients

Plymouth Hospital | Outpatients | Permanent contract | Full time | Includes weekend work

Up to £24,000 depending on experience

37.5 hours per week

Nuffield Health is the UK's largest Healthcare Charity. We're passionate about putting patients first. And we're looking for someone who feels the same to join our forward-thinking Outpatients team. Working across a variety of cases and supporting a wide range of specialties, you're sure to broaden your skills.

As a Healthcare Assistant in Outpatients at our Plymouth Hospital, you'll bring relevant experience, a keen eye for detail and a flexible approach. You demonstrate patience, focus and excellent communication skills. A real team player, you have the diligence, IT literacy and passion for development and training to make a difference.

And if you're qualified to NVQ Level 2 or 3, with relevant experience in an acute hospital or care setting, that's even better.

As a Healthcare Assistant in Outpatients, you will:

• Assist colleagues in Orthopaedics, Gynaecology, Neurosurgery, Plastics Surgery, ENT, Cardiology, GP Services, Psychiatry and Physiotherapy
• Enjoy more time to care for patients as individuals
• Manage a wide range of activities and changing priorities
• Make sure the day-to-day operations of our various clinics run smoothly
• Assist consultants and nurses with procedures, such as dressings and wound care
• Carry out pre-assessment, both face-to-face and over the phone

Helping you feel good.

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. At Nuffield Health, you can access everything from free gym membership to private healthcare and financial advice. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you.

Nuffield Health Plymouth Hospital

The Nuffield Health Plymouth Hospital is situated next to the Nuffield Health Devonshire Gym, in Derriford, Plymouth and we have been part of the Plymouth community since 1971. We have 3 main theatres - 2 laminar flow and 1 digital, a fully JAG accredited endoscopy suite, a 35-bedded ward with one 4 bedded bay and one 2 bedded bay. Our outpatients department has 12 consulting rooms with a dedicated ophthalmology suite and ENT service.

We carry out treatment under a range of specialities including Orthopaedics, Plastic Surgery and Neurosurgery. We recently were rated in the top 50 hospitals in the country for our total hip replacement patient outcomes.

Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.

If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role.

It starts with you.

Healthcare Assistant - Outpatients

Plymouth Hospital | Outpatients | Permanent contract | Full time | Includes weekend work

Up to £24,000 depending on experience

37.5 hours per week

Nuffield Health is the UK's largest Healthcare Charity. We're passionate about putting patients first. And we're looking for someone who feels the same to join our forward-thinking Outpatients team. Working across a variety of cases and supporting a wide range of specialties, you're sure to broaden your skills.

As a Healthcare Assistant in Outpatients at our Plymouth Hospital, you'll bring relevant experience, a keen eye for detail and a flexible approach. You demonstrate patience, focus and excellent communication skills. A real team player, you have the diligence, IT literacy and passion for development and training to make a difference.

And if you're qualified to NVQ Level 2 or 3, with relevant experience in an acute hospital or care setting, that's even better.

As a Healthcare Assistant in Outpatients, you will:

• Assist colleagues in Orthopaedics, Gynaecology, Neurosurgery, Plastics Surgery, ENT, Cardiology, GP Services, Psychiatry and Physiotherapy
• Enjoy more time to care for patients as individuals
• Manage a wide range of activities and changing priorities
• Make sure the day-to-day operations of our various clinics run smoothly
• Assist consultants and nurses with procedures, such as dressings and wound care
• Carry out pre-assessment, both face-to-face and over the phone

Helping you feel good.

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. At Nuffield Health, you can access everything from free gym membership to private healthcare and financial advice. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you.

Nuffield Health Plymouth Hospital

The Nuffield Health Plymouth Hospital is situated next to the Nuffield Health Devonshire Gym, in Derriford, Plymouth and we have been part of the Plymouth community since 1971. We have 3 main theatres - 2 laminar flow and 1 digital, a fully JAG accredited endoscopy suite, a 35-bedded ward with one 4 bedded bay and one 2 bedded bay. Our outpatients department has 12 consulting rooms with a dedicated ophthalmology suite and ENT service.

We carry out treatment under a range of specialities including Orthopaedics, Plastic Surgery and Neurosurgery. We recently were rated in the top 50 hospitals in the country for our total hip replacement patient outcomes.

Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.

If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role.

It starts with you.

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