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Location: Greater Manchester and surrounding areas

Salary: £14 - £16 per Hour

Job Type: Full-time / Rolling rota for consistency

We are seeking dedicated and passionate Support Workers and Senior Support Workers across Greater Manchester to join our specialist crisis teams. If you have experience supporting vulnerable children and young people through trauma and crisis, this is your opportunity to expand your career locally while providing vital safety, structure, and hope.

• Top-Tier Pay: An elevated pay rate that exceeds existing local Manchester rates.
• Work-Life Balance: A predictable, rolling rota within a highly supportive, close-knit local team.
• Professional Growth: Access to professional training and development to advance your career.
• Randstad Support: Dedicated guidance from your local Manchester specialist team.
• Refer a Friend Scheme: Know someone perfect for the role? For every single friend or family member you refer, you will receive £300! There is no limit to how much you can earn.

As a vital part of our specialist Manchester-based team, you will provide day-to-day support (activities, appointments, family contact) to children in residential settings. You will be responsible for:

• Engaging and building trust with young people using creative methods.
• De-escalating heightened behaviours and maintaining a safe environment.
• Providing accurate daily records and incident reports to shape long-term care plans.

• Experience: At least 6 months of paid UK care experience (ideally in a residential setting).
• Skills: Proven ability to use de-escalation techniques and make sound decisions in challenging situations.
• Mindset: A calm, resilient, and non-judgemental approach during crisis situations (e.g., aggression or self-harm).
• Requirements: PMVA training is highly desirable (or a willingness to train). You must have a DBS on the update service (or be willing to apply for a new one).
• Ideally, you will have a driver's licence and business insurance to support community activities around Manchester.

Ready to take the next exciting step in your career and support young people right here in Manchester?

Click Apply Today! Once you submit your application, one of our dedicated Manchester consultants will reach out via phone and email to discuss the role, answer your questions, and guide you through our simple on-boarding process.

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.

Xander Medical is a leading healthcare staffing agency committed to delivering exceptional care and support to a wide range of healthcare settings. We are currently recruiting experienced and compassionate Agency Health Care Assistants (HCAs) to join our growing team across Manchester

Job Description

As an Agency Health Care Assistant, you will provide essential support to patients and residents, helping with personal care, mobility, and daily living tasks. You'll work across various care environments including care homes, supported living units, and residential settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personal care and support to service users
• Assist with daily activities including meals, hygiene, and mobility
• Maintain dignity, respect, and a person-centred approach
• Work collaboratively with healthcare professionals
• Accurately record and report observations as required

Requirements

• Minimum 6 months UK experience in a care setting
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
• Up-to-date mandatory training (or willingness to complete)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Committed to high-quality care

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates: 12.71 - 13.75 per hour
• Flexible shift patterns - work when it suits you
• Weekly pay
• Supportive agency team and ongoing opportunities for development

Apply Today! If you're passionate about care and want flexible work with competitive pay, please apply!

Note: Only candidates who meet the specified requirements will be considered for the position. We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background.

Optical Assistant Jobs in Manchester - Optical Assistant

Location: Manchester City Centre
Salary: Up to £28,000 + Bonus Potential
Hours: Full Time 9:00am - 5:30pm

Optical Assistant Job - Manchester

Zest Optical are currently recruiting for an Optical Assistant job in Manchester on behalf of one of the city's most exciting boutique independent optical practices.

This is a rare opportunity to join a truly design-led, luxury optical environment, offering some of the finest eyewear collections from across the globe alongside a fully bespoke patient experience built around quality, craftsmanship and exceptional service.

The business has built a reputation for delivering best-in-class care, creating a setting where every patient interaction feels personal, considered, and memorable. It is the perfect opportunity for an Optical Assistant who has a genuine passion for premium eyewear and wants to work within an environment where service standards go far beyond the ordinary.

Why This Role Is Different

• Work with a hand-selected collection of luxury eyewear from leading global brands
• Join a business where quality and service always come before volume
• Be part of a team passionate about premium optics and bespoke styling
• Work in a beautiful, boutique environment with a true luxury retail feel
• Genuine progression opportunities within a forward-thinking business

Optical Assistant - Role

• Deliver an exceptional patient journey from first welcome through to collection
• Support patients with frame styling and product selection
• Assist with dispensing, adjustments, repairs and aftercare
• Build long-term patient relationships through exceptional service
• Maintain the premium standards and presentation expected within the practice

Optical Assistant - Requirements

• Previous experience working as an Optical Assistant
• Passion for eyewear, styling and premium customer service
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A polished, professional and confident approach
• Someone excited by working within a luxury, design-led environment

Optical Assistant - Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £28,000
• Huge bonus potential on top of base salary
• Working hours 9:00am - 5:30pm
• One full weekend off per month
• Additional benefits and perks available
• Genuine long-term progression opportunities

Apply for this Optical Assistant Job in Manchester

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