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Job overviewSupporting service users with personal care tasks such as washing, bathing, showering, dressing and using the toilet. Ensuring that people’s rights to dignity and privacy are respected at all times.
Main duties and responsibilities

Promoting health and well-being of service users encouraging a healthy diet and regular exercise liaising with other professionals to support medical needs. 

Supporting service users to attend appointments with doctors, dentists, physiotherapists and all other professionals. 

Following local safeguarding procedures to prevent report and record any type of abuse.

Supporting individuals to look after their homes, and live within the community by assisting to complete tasks such as cleaning, shopping, laundry, preparing and cooking meals and maintaining their home. 

Understanding how people communicate and encouraging appropriate communication. Showing respect for an individual’s age, gender, ethnic origin, religious and cultural background, encouraging choice and enabling empowerment.

Knowledge, qualifications and experience

Completing in house, face to face training and e-learning training and any other training identified by your manager, including attending courses at different venues. 

Following company policies and procedures and acting in a professional manner at all times.

Participate in staff meetings, supervisions and induction programme and resident meetings.

Support service user to maintain financial records and adhere to realistic budgets. 

Administer medication as instructed in the company policy and additional local authority policies and complete raining with external pharmacists. 

To work within health and safety guidelines and participate in manual handling training.

All staff commit to training towards a accredited QCF level 2 or above.

SalaryNational minimum wage
Special conditionsMust be flexible in working days and time and available at weekends.
LocationWalsall
How to applyEmail Walsall Works or call 01922 654353 to express your interest in the role, or contact your Walsall Works Adviser to apply.
Closing date28 February 2025
Job overviewWe are looking to employ a goal-driven Account Representative, to drive company sales by building and maintaining relationships with new and existing clients. You will be based at our head office in Bloxwich.
Main duties and responsibilitiesThe Account Representative’s responsibilities will include: selling memorial products and services to existing wholesale clients, and relaying client feedback to management. You will prepare and submit quotes, orders, contracts and various other documents to clients. You should also be able to answer clients’ questions and address their concerns. Initial training will be given.
Knowledge, qualifications and experience

Excellent customer service skills

Creative and resourceful

Good IT skills

Using your initiative, devising your own ideas and successfully implementing them

Good communication and teamwork skills

Proven experience in sales or customer service

Strong negotiation skills

SalaryNegotiable. Skills, experience & qualities. £22,000 - £29,000 (salary can increase with overtime (in work or at home), Saturdays and performances)
Benefits

Free parking

Bonus scheme

Special conditions8 hour shift (37.5 hours a week with option of overtime & Saturdays)
LocationBloxwich
How to applyEmail Walsall Works or call 01922 654353 to express your interest in the role, or contact your Walsall Works Adviser to apply.
Closing date28 February 2025
Job overviewTo provide Administration and Communications support for the delivery of the YFF Project. Work closely with the Partnership Manager to assist with all administration and communications related activities to ensure the smooth running of the project and effective internal and external communication.
Main duties and responsibilitiesProviding administration support, dealing with enquiries, general/project administration, providing customer care to service users. Answer queries efficiently, recording and maintaining information accurately and confidentially. Organizing room hires for activities, organizing and updating promotional material via flyers and on social media, assisting project staff with events and activities to ensure the smooth running of weekly activities.
Knowledge, qualifications and experience

Education: A Level or BTEC and above qualifications in communications, business administration, or a related field. 

Experience: Proven experience in an administrative or communications role. Experience in office support, customer service, or event planning is beneficial. 

Skills: Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Organisation: Strong organisational and time-management abilities. 

Technology: Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with communication tools (email marketing platforms, social media, content management systems). 

Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently.

Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse teams and clients. 

Desirable: Able to speak Hindi/Urdu or Sylheti.

Salary£23,500
Benefits28 days annual leave, access to personal development training, we accommodate school pick-ups and drop offs, mentoring and coaching opportunities, office closure between Xmas and New Year.
Special conditionsF/T 37 hours per week. Four-year programme to commence January 2024, fixed annual contract reviewed annually.
How to applyEmail Walsall Works or call 01922 654353 to express your interest in the role, or contact your Walsall Works Adviser to apply.
Closing date28 February 2025
Job overviewThe Outreach Youth Employment Officer is responsible for delivering community-based initiatives aimed at increasing access to employment, training, and upskilling initiatives for Pakistani and Bangladeshi youth aged 16 to 24 years. This role involves engaging with young people, community organizations, and employers to create pathways to employment and career development. The ideal candidate will be passionate about youth empowerment, skilled in community engagement, and knowledgeable about local labour markets and training opportunities, with a particular focus on the needs and challenges faced by the Pakistani and Bangladeshi communities.
Main duties and responsibilities

Employment: Raise awareness in the community to connect Pakistani and Bangladeshi youth to job opportunities, apprenticeships, internships, and work placements. 

Training and Upskilling: Work with training partners to make apprenticeships, courses, and training accessible to enhance the employability skills of youth. 

Career Counselling: Provide one-on-one career counselling and guidance to help youth identify career goals and develop action plans. 

Community Job Fairs: Assist in the organisation of quarterly job fairs and networking events, ensuring they are tailored to the needs of young people from Bangladeshi and Pakistani backgrounds. 

Outreach Activities: Conduct targeted outreach activities to engage Pakistani and Bangladeshi youth in the community, including school visits, community events, and information sessions. 

Partnership Development: Build and maintain relationships with local employers, training providers, educational institutions, and community organisations to provide pathways to opportunities for youth. 

Resume and Interview Preparation: Assist youth with resume writing, job applications, and interview preparation. 

Barrier Removal: Identify and address barriers to employment, such as language barriers, cultural differences, transportation, and lack of experience.

Knowledge, qualifications and experience

Education: Relevant qualifications and experience related to the post responsibilities.

Experience: Experience in youth services, employment services, community outreach, or a related field. Experience working with Pakistani and Bangladeshi communities is highly desirable. 

Cultural Competence: Strong understanding of the cultural, social, and educational contexts of Pakistani and Bangladeshi youth. 

Community Engagement: Ability to engage and motivate youth and community stakeholders effectively. 

Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Ability to work collaboratively with employers and community organisations to enhance the quality and relevance of job opportunities available at the events. 

Knowledge of the local labour market and the specific challenges faced by young people in accessing employment. 

mpathy: Genuine interest and empathy for the challenges faced by Pakistani and Bangladeshi youth seeking employment. 

Passion: Passionate about empowering youth and supporting their career development. 

Self-Motivation: Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with minimal supervision.

Salary£24,336
Benefits28 days annual leave, access to personal development training, we accommodate school pick-ups and drop offs, mentoring and coaching opportunities, office closure between Xmas and New Year.
Special conditionsP/T 18 hours per week. Four-year programme to commence January 2024, fixed annual contract reviewed annually.
How to applyEmail Walsall Works or call 01922 654353 to express your interest in the role, or contact your Walsall Works Adviser to apply.
Job overviewBag machine or slitter operator required for established busy manufacturing company.
Main duties and responsibilities

Candidate needs to be a quick learner who is numerate, literate, can understand both written and verbal instructions and have a good eye for detail. 

Duties include manual handling and lifting of heavy goods. Interview involves a written test to prove the above points.

Knowledge, qualifications and experience

MUST HAVE - Experience of fast moving factory or production line experience is an advantage. 

Educated to minimum of GCSE Maths: C; English: D or equivalent.

Salary£11.44 per hour
Special conditionsHours: Mon -Thurs: 6am to 4.15pm. Overtime as required. Equivalent to 30 days holiday per year including bank holidays after a qualifying period. Immediate start, permanent position after trial period. Exceeds minimum wage. Job types: Full-time, Permanent.
How to applyCEmail Walsall Works or call 01922 654353 to express your interest in the role, or contact your Walsall Works Adviser to apply.
Closing date31 March 2025
Job overviewWe are seeking a dynamic and motivated Sales Executive to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in sales, with excellent communication skills in both English and being highly advantageous. This role involves engaging with potential clients through telemarketing, utilising software tools such as CRM to manage leads and track sales progress. The Sales Executive will play a crucial role in driving revenue growth and expanding our customer base.
Main duties and responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing clients through effective communication.
  • Conduct telemarketing campaigns to generate leads and schedule appointments.
  • Utilise Salesforce for tracking sales activities, managing customer interactions, and reporting on sales performance.
  • Present products and services to potential clients, tailoring presentations to meet their needs.
  • Collaborate with the marketing team to align sales strategies with promotional activities.
  • Meet or exceed monthly sales targets while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and market conditions to identify new business opportunities.
Knowledge, qualifications and experience
  • Proven experience in a sales role, preferably within a similar industry.
  • Strong telemarketing skills with the ability to communicate effectively over the phone.
  • Proficiency in using software tools such as Salesforce for managing sales processes.
  • Bilingual proficiency in English mandatory.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with a focus on building rapport with clients.
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Salary£TBC
BenefitsEmployee mentoring programme. Free parking. On-site parking
Working hoursMonday to Saturday, 08:30 – 17:00
How to applyEmail Walsall Works or call 01922 654353 to express your interest in the role, or contact your Walsall Works Adviser to apply.
Closing date28 February 2025
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Job overviewThe Assistant Manager helps to run the day-to-day operations of the dining establishment. Their duties include managing the staff and operations, providing excellent customer service, ensuring staff are safe and that all food safety procedures are followed according to regulations. Having a keen attention to detail and being able to prioritise tasks are some of the key qualities required for a Restaurant Manager.
Main duties and responsibilities
  • Organising staff shifts and scheduling
  • Providing excellent customer service
  • Leading by example
  • Planning menus
  • Working with food and drink suppliers
  • Ensuring all food safety procedures are strictly followed according to sanitary regulations
  • Following all company policy and procedures regarding dealing with cash, equipment and property
  • Cleaning the kitchen according to regulatory guidelines
  • Maintaining safe working conditions
  • Auditing inventory levels to ensure product availability, and ordering products as necessary
  • Recruiting and training staff
  • Working closely with management to meet revenue objectives
  • Implementing appropriate strategies to resolve adverse trends and improve sales
Knowledge, qualifications and experienceMust have previous Hospitality Management experience, preferably within a restaurant.
Salary£TBC
Working hoursMust be flexible to cover all shifts
How to applyEmail Walsall Works or call 01922 654353 to express your interest in the role, or contact your Walsall Works Adviser to apply.
Closing date31 March 2025
Job overviewA Waste Management Business based in Brownhills are seeking a Class 2 Driver to drive an 18 ton skip lorry
Main duties and responsibilities
  • Candidate would need to of been driving for a minimum of 2 years, hold a clean driving licence.
  • Transporting skips safely and efficiently throughout the local area.
  • Loading and unloading skips with utmost care.
  • Adhering to planned delivery routes and schedules.
  • Conducting daily vehicle inspections and promptly reporting any mechanical issues.
  • Complying with all traffic laws and regulations.
Knowledge, qualifications and experience
  • Would need good customer service skills as will be liaising with members of the public and be adaptable to customers’ needs.
    Candidate would need to of been driving for a minimum of 2 years, hold a clean driving licence.
SalaryPay negotiable for right person starting at £13.50 per hour, on an employed or self-employed basis.
BenefitsTo be discussed
Working hours07:30 to 16.30
How to applyContact WalsallWorks@walsall.gov.uk or call 01922 654353 to express your interest in the role or contact your Walsall Works adviser to apply.
Closing date31 March 2025
Job overviewTo enforce all on-street permitted parking regulations in all controlled zones, in accordance with the Traffic Management Act 2004
Main duties and responsibilities
  • To issue Penalty Charge Notices (PCN’s) to vehicles found to be in contravention of the parking regulations.
  • To record, report and take appropriate action on any defects found in street furniture, including signs and road markings.
  • To attend, when necessary, adjudication hearings to give supporting information in connection with contested PCN’s.
  • Log your position manually in your Hand-Held Computer Terminal
  • Represent the Company and the Council by promoting good public relations, providing advice and information concerning parking related matters, to members of the public whenever asked, in a courteous and considerate manner.
  • To use your radio and HHCT equipment in a proper manner in accordance with procedures and safeguard same from damage and misuse.
  • To ensure beat patterns, if used, are followed as instructed by your Supervisor/Manager
  • To ensure any difficulties or problems occurring during the course of a normal working day are reported to your Senior CEO/Supervisor and to log all such reports in your pocketbook and if necessary, Incident Report
  • Patrol and enforce parking regulations at nominated local authority Car Parks
  • As required assist in cash collection from car park machines
  • To report for duty on time, wearing full uniform and be well groomed and of smart appearance
  • As requested, drive company vehicles on business in accordance with policy and procedure. 
Knowledge, qualifications and experience
  • Full UK Driving Licence
  • have excellent customer service skills
  • be willing to work outside in all weather conditions
  • have strong communication skills with good written and spoken English, clear and legible handwriting plus good arithmetic skills
  • have experience of working with the general public
  • have evidence of working as part of a team as well as the ability to work away from a base location and manage their own work during the day
  • be of smart appearance, well-groomed with no offensive tattoos or facial piercings that would cause distress
Salary

32-hour contract

£NMW for 1st month and then £12.94 per hour / £21,532.16 per annum. 

Pay increase due from 1 April to £13.71 per hour / £22,813.44 per annum.

Benefits
  • 20 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
  • Uniform provided
  • Employee of the Month Award scheme
  • Discount scheme
  • Recognition for loyal worker's scheme   
Working hoursFlexible shifts
How to applyContact WalsallWorks@walsall.gov.uk or call 01922 654353 to express your interest in the role or contact your Walsall Works adviser to apply.
Closing date30 April 2025
Job overviewVarious schools across the Guangdong province (South China) have 
availability for teaching children. Start dates are ongoing with around 2 months to process the application and submitting documents.
Main duties and responsibilitiesThis is an excellent opportunity for any graduates with some teaching experience at any level, you can choose where you want to work and live (on campus or in a private 
flat/shared or alone). The cities of Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Donghuang and Zhuhai are 
vibrant places with easy access to Hong Kong in case you miss a flavour of the UK!
Knowledge, qualifications and experience

Graduate from any discipline to teach English plus a TEFL certificate 120 hours

For STEM subjects, it must be your major area of study/practice

You must have:

  • a valid passport with at least 12 months remaining
  • clean police check
  • clear medical examination upon arrival
  • 12 months minimum commitment to the contract offered
SalaryA salary of at least £1,000 a month (paid in CNY currency to a bank in country)
Benefits
  • Housing allowance provided for your needs up to £400 a month
  • Flight allowance annually, relocation costs reimbursed in the first salary
  • Medical insurance – must be completed annually to renew the visa
  • Z visa is taken care of by the recruiter, you must provide relevant documents
  • Cantonese lessons available onsite or privately - negotiable
Working hoursFlexible
How to applyContact WalsallWorks@walsall.gov.uk or call 01922 654353 to express your interest in the role or contact your Walsall Works adviser to apply.
Closing date30 April 2025

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