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Join a Leading Care Staffing Agency in Swindon - Flexible Opportunities for Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers
Are you a dedicated and compassionate Healthcare Assistant or Support Worker seeking new and rewarding opportunities in Swindon or the surrounding areas? Do you value flexible working hours that fit around your lifestyle while maintaining the security of consistent support and opportunities?
First City Recruitment, part of the highly regarded First City Group, is actively recruiting enthusiastic, skilled, and reliable Care Assistants and Support Workers to join our growing agency staffing team.
Why Join First City ?
At First City, we recognise that our workforce is at the heart of everything we do.
As a valued member of our agency team, you will benefit from a flexible working arrangement that suits your personal and professional commitments, while enjoying consistent shift availability and full support from our experienced office team.
Although agency roles do not guarantee fixed hours, our strong presence in the Swindon area means we are well-positioned to provide our team with regular, reliable shifts and a wide variety of placements.
Whether you are looking to gain further experience, explore new settings, or supplement your income, we are here to help you succeed.
Key Role Details
Location: Swindon and surrounding areas
Pay: From £13.68 per hour, inclusive of holiday pay — paid weekly every Friday
Hours: Days or Nights, minimum 12-hour shifts
Contract Type: Agency/Flexible Working (not a guaranteed hours contract)
We offer a range of shifts giving you exposure to diverse service users, needs, and working dynamics.
What We're Looking For
We are seeking caring, compassionate, and dependable professionals with a genuine commitment to improving the lives of others.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year of recent, relevant care experience in the UK, and a willingness to support service users with personal care, daily activities, and emotional wellbeing.
You'll be confident working both independently and as part of a wider care team, and you'll bring a positive, respectful attitude that aligns with our organisational values.
We Welcome Candidates With Experience In:
Residential Care
Domiciliary / Homecare
Complex and 1:1 Care
Support Work for Adults and Children
Healthcare Assistant (HCA) roles in various settings
Mental Health Support
Autism Support and Challenging Behaviour
Elderly and Dementia Care
If you've worked in one or more of these environments, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Receive in Return
Working with First City means being part of a team that truly values its staff.
We offer:
Excellent pay rates:£13.68- £15.68 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)
Weekly pay, every Friday
Flexible working hours - choose the shifts that suit you
12-hour shifts available for day and night positions
Free, in-house classroom-based induction training
Support to complete Health and Social Care Diplomas (subject to eligibility and terms)
Enhanced pay for bank holidays and the festive season
Referral scheme - earn rewards when you recommend a friend
24/7 support from our experienced office and on-call team
NEST pension scheme
Eligibility for a Blue Light Card - providing nationwide discounts on retail, travel, and leisure
We are committed to supporting the professional growth of our staff.
Our structured training and development programme will help you build skills, gain confidence, and progress within the care sector.
Key Requirements:
To be considered for this opportunity, candidates must meet the following criteria:
A minimum of 1 year's recent UK care experience
The right to work in the UK (we are unable to offer visa sponsorship)
Willingness to provide personal care, including bathing and toileting
Reliable access to transport - due to the location of certain clients
A caring, patient, and empathetic approach to care
Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with service users
Willingness to work as part of a team or independently
A flexible attitude to shift patterns and service requirements
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you are a passionate Care Assistant or Support Worker who is looking for an agency that values its team, provides real flexibility, and offers opportunities for development, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your care career with First City— where your skills, experience, and compassion truly matter. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Swindon, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Up to £13.68 per hour + Pension , weekly pay
Posted: 2025-05-01 11:02:35
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Join one of the UKs leading providers of insurance and legal services, trusted by major insurers, brokers, and MGAs to deliver fully outsourced claims solutions.
This forward-thinking company combines deep insurance knowledge with legal expertise to offer an exceptional claims journey for every customer.
Their success is built on long-standing partnerships, a strong team culture, and a commitment to employee growth and wellbeing all underpinned by five core values that shape everything they do.
My client is looking for an experience RTA legal Executive to conduct litigated and non-litigated personal injury claims where the value is up to £25,000 in an efficient and proactive manner up to a successful conclusion.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Proactively and efficiently run a caseload that will consist of OIC and MOJ RTA claims with the intention of maximising damagers for our client by considering and pursuing all relevant heads of loss.
- To identify and flag vulnerable clients from the outset and flag any vulnerability on the system, accurately record why those vulnerabilities have required extra time, care, and attention when you speak to the client.
- To obtain all relevant and necessary evidence (medical or otherwise) to establish liability and value quantum ensuring that you follow departmental practice of which agency to instruct.
- To carry out due diligence of your clients at key stages in the case and ensure clients are fully warned about fraud and fundamental dishonesty at key stages using standard letters and processes in our system.
- Instruct Counsel, attend conferences, Court hearings, JSMs etc, when necessary either in person or remotely
- To ensure clear and unequivocal instructions are obtained from any relevant lay and/or Litigation Friend and/or insurance clients and that they are fully documented.
- Achieve and exceed various targets set in relation to WIP, fee income, settlements, closure and issuing.
- To ensure clients are kept informed and up to date on a regular basis throughout the life of the claim by proactive communication.
- To ensure that correct retainers and rates are sent to the client, that costs estimates are updated annually, and retainer rates reviewed regularly.
- To ensure that all evidence is closely scrutinised and stressed checked and cross referenced to all other evidence of both the Claimant and Defendant for inconsistencies.
- Discuss liability and/or quantum offers with the relevant parties, making use of the telephone rather than letter whenever possible to build a stronger client rapport.
- To assist with any internal projections or mentoring of staff that your manager or HOD deems appropriate for you to assist with.
Experience & Knowledge
- A Solicitor, ILEX qualified or file handler of substantial experience of running their own caseload within the personal injury field.
- A proven track record of running your own successful caseload ideally within a claimant personal injury environment.
- A good working knowledge of the CPR, relevant case law and legislation as well as experience of progressing claims in a timely manner in accordance with the CPR.
- To understand the Intermediate Track Fixed Fee regime introduced in October 2023.
- The ability to liaise and build up a rapport by using effective communication with all external agencies during the life of a claim including medical agencies, investigators, barristers etc.
- Good IT skills with a sound working knowledge of VF or a similar case management system and essential MS Office knowledge.
Benefits
25 days' holiday per annum
Holiday buy and sell scheme
Hybrid working model (in relevant role)
2 x Volunteering days to support charitable initiatives
Matched Giving up to £250 matched for personal charity fundraising for a registered charity
Medicash cash plan claim back dental / physio / optical appointments
My Medicash App including access to rapid digital physiotherapy and skin cancer screening assessments plus fitness videos and wellbeing tools
Discounts and cash back on travel and shopping through Medicash extras
Life Assurance Scheme (4 x salary)
Pension scheme
Funded driving theory test (in relevant role)
Active network of Wellbeing Champions providing mental health support
Training and development opportunities
Funded social events to connect with your colleagues
Dress for your day policy
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about making an impact in the legal sector.
If you have the skills and enthusiasm to excel then please send your updated CV to c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk or call Chris on 0161 914 7357 to discuss the role further. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Liverpool,England
Start: 01/05/2025
Salary / Rate: £30000 - £40000 per annum
Posted: 2025-05-01 09:03:04
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A national award-winning insurance firm is seeking an EL/PL Fraud Claims Handler, who would manage a caseload of EL/PL cases in their Bolton team.
This position will consist of handling a combination of delegated authority fixed fee cases, and non-delegated cases while working closely with a Technical Support Lawyer to strategise and make liability decisions.
As an EL/PL Fraud Claims Handler, you will:
Handle pre-action disclosure files, infant approval hearings, and EL/PL files.
Consider and respond to applications for pre-action disclosure.
Review evidence, instruct counsel/advocates, and conduct legal research.
Draft payments into court, negotiate settlements, and handle routine correspondence.
Investigate claims, liaise with various stakeholders (insured, claimants, witnesses) and attend conferences/trials.
Review quantum, draft cost schedules, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
Monitor progress throughout the claim process, ensuring client SLAs are met.
The ideal candidate:
Strong communication and organisational skills.
Ability to work under pressure while still maintaining attention to detail.
Excellent teamwork skills with a flexible and proactive attitude.
High level of analytical skills with the ability to prioritise tasks.
Experience in personal injury file handling and fraud case handling is advantageous.
What's on offer?:
Hybrid working with 1 day of office attendance per week in Bolton.
25 holiday days per year, with the option to buy/sell days.
Family cover private medical insurance.
Access to 24/7 online GP and mental health support.
Death in service, critical illness cover, income protection, and pension contributions.
Discounts on gym memberships, tech and travel.
If you have experience in EL/PL Claims handling, a keen analytical mind and the ability to manage a caseload effectively, and are seeking a new role in Bolton, apply today.
You can contact Nadine Ali at Sacco Mann for further information or submit your CV directly to this advert. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Bolton, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £45000 per annum
Posted: 2025-04-24 10:12:17
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Private Dentist Jobs in Wallingford, Oxfordshire.
INDEPENDENT.
Current associates grossing £20,000 per month, Well-established patient list to inherit, Great location commutable from Oxford and Reading.
ZEST Dental Recruitment working in partnership with an established private dental practice is seeking to recruit an Associate Dentist.
Private Independent Dental Practice
Part-time Associate Dentist
Wallingford, Oxfordshire
Fully private practice
Well-established patient list to inherit
Three days per week Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Monday, Tuesday, Thursday (can also include Friday mornings if you wish)
Gross income of around 20k per month.
Higher is very achievable for dentists with good experience, post-graduate qualifications and skills aligned with private dentistry
Great location commutable from Oxford and Reading (~30 minutes)
Superb high-end equipment - fully digital, scanners etc.
Practice provides all aspects of dental care, including fixed orthodontics, Invisalign, implants, cosmetic dentistry, and facial aesthetics
Permanent position
Reference: DL5014
This is a lovely three-surgery practice that accommodates a dental hygienist, the principal, and two associates.
The principal is a forward-thinking clinician, professional and friendly and you will be well looked after.
The practice is high-end with superb equipment and the patients are well-established, stable, and well-maintained.
The principal is seeking a dentist to acquire an existing and well-established list of patients from a departing colleague.
This provides an excellent opportunity for a dentist with good private dental experience seeking to develop professionally.
Any skills or interests you may have will be well utilised and will add considerably to the already high earning potential.
We are seeking an experienced dentist with a history of providing exceptional treatment.
Successful candidates will be GDC registered and have experience of providing private dental treatment in the UK.For further information regarding this dentist position, confidential enquiries can be made by submitting your CV to ZEST Dental.
All applications and enquiries will be treated in the strictest of confidence. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Wallingford, England
Salary / Rate: £100000 - £130000 per annum
Posted: 2025-04-23 16:05:28
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Holt Executive are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join a dynamic Finance Team.
As a Finance Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the day-to-day financial transactions, month-end activities, and assisting in the migration to a new financial system.
You will work in a fast-paced environment, ensuring accurate and timely financial information while meeting tight deadlines.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is actively studying towards a recognised Accountancy qualification and is eager to further develop their skills while contributing to a high-performing team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Utilize your strong Excel skills to manipulate data and support various financial tasks.
- Assist Accounts Payable as needed, ensuring smooth transactions and accurate records.
- Support the Finance Team Lead with the production of Accounts and other financial reports.
- Help manage banking activities, including processing payments and conducting reconciliations.
- Assist with Accruals and Prepayments, including collation and posting to the accounting system (Sage).
- Assist in maintaining and updating the Fixed Asset Register.
- Provide ad-hoc financial information and support as required.
- Ensure adherence to company procedures, policies, and goals.
- Follow health and safety regulations and guidelines at all times.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation in line with BS EN9001 and the Quality Manual.
- Handle telephone calls and emails in a professional and courteous manner when required.
Skills & Experience: Essential:
- Solid working knowledge of Accounts packages and Excel, with at least 1 year of experience in an Accounts environment.
- Confidence in using new systems and adapting to changing technology.
- Actively studying towards a recognised Accountancy qualification.
- Strong attention to detail, with the ability to deliver accurate and timely results.
- Proven ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across teams to achieve desired results.
Personal Attributes:
- Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and time management skills.
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to thrive in a changing work environment.
- A team player who demonstrates the company values of Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence, and Courage.
Work-Life Balance:
- Lunchtime finishes on Fridays.
- Hybrid/flexible working arrangements.
- 28 days annual leave, plus Christmas closure.
- Holiday purchasing scheme.
Benefits:
- Study support for your Accountancy qualification.
- Group pension plan with matched contributions up to 5%.
- Income protection scheme and Employee Assistance Programme (including remote GP service, second opinions, mental health support, and physiotherapy consultations).
- Life assurance policy, including bereavement counselling and probate helpline.
- Company share incentive plan and save-as-you-earn scheme.
- Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.
- Wellbeing initiatives, including access to a wellbeing app and mental health support for all employees.
- Regular sports and social activities.
- Gym membership discounts.
- Reward platform with high street discounts and employee benefits.
- Recruitment referral bonus scheme.
- Excellent learning and development opportunities.
- A great working environment with free, onsite car parking at all locations.
This role offers the perfect blend of professional development, work-life balance, and the chance to contribute to a thriving finance team.
If you're studying towards an Accountancy qualification and looking for the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Horsham,England
Start: 23/04/2025
Salary / Rate: £25000 - £28000 per annum
Posted: 2025-04-23 10:02:10
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Private Dentist Jobs in Oxfordshire.
INDEPENDENT.
Fully private practice, High-spec, 3 days per week.
ZEST Dental Recruitment working in partnership with an established private dental practice is seeking to recruit an Associate Dentist.
Private Independent Dental Practice
Part-time Associate Dentist
Wallingford, Oxfordshire
Fully private practice with established patients to transfer
Three days per week Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Monday, Tuesday, Thursday (can also include Friday mornings if you wish)
Gross income of around 20k per month.
Higher is very achievable for dentists with good experience, post-graduate qualifications and skills aligned with private dentistry
Superb high-end equipment - fully digital, scanners etc.
Practice provides all aspects of dental care, including fixed orthodontics, Invisalign, implants, cosmetic dentistry, and facial aesthetics
Permanent position
Reference: DW5014
This is a lovely three-surgery practice that accommodates a dental hygienist, the principal, and two associates.
The principal is a forward-thinking clinician, professional and friendly and you will be well looked after.
The practice is high-end with superb equipment and the patients are well established, stable, and well-maintained.
The principal is seeking a dentist to acquire an existing and well-established list of patients from a departing colleague.
This provides an excellent opportunity for a dentist with good private dental experience seeking to develop professionally.
Any skills or interests you may have will be well utilised and will add considerably to the already high earning potential.
We are seeking an experienced dentist with a history of providing exceptional treatment.
Successful candidates will be GDC registered and have experience of providing private dental treatment in the UK.For further information regarding this dentist position, confidential enquiries can be made by submitting your CV to ZEST Dental.
All applications and enquiries will be treated in the strictest of confidence. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Wallingford, England
Salary / Rate: £80000 - £120000 per annum + Fully private, full list, 3 days
Posted: 2025-04-15 16:13:41
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Leading at Fugro within world-class laboratories means you will be at the forefront of providing new innovative solutions to enable us to create a safe and liveable world, on a global platform.
Are you ready to take on an exciting Senior Leadership Role that will shape the future of geotechnical laboratories at Fugro?
We are looking for a dynamic and strategic Senior Leader to join our team as the Global Head of Geotechnical Laboratories.
As the Global Head of Geotechnical Laboratories at Fugro, you'll be the driving force behind our marine and land business lines.
Your mission? To foster collaboration and standardisation across our global network of labs.
Your Role and Responsibilities:
Create a global lab network: Make it efficient, effective, and a powerhouse of performance.
Drive collaboration: Bring our labs together and set the standard for excellence.
Lead the team: Guide our regional lab leaders towards continuous improvement.
Innovate: Use your strategic thinking to develop cutting-edge lab services.
Market analysis: Spot trends and seize opportunities to stay ahead.
Communicate: Propose and negotiate with stakeholders like a pro.
Budget insights: Provide accurate advice to regional management.
Implement solutions: Oversee the rollout of innovative ideas.
Support labs: Ensure our testing locations meet and exceed expectations.
Re-engineer processes: Lead initiatives to boost productivity and quality.
Facilitate involvement: Drive business improvement with multi-lab collaboration.
What You'll Need to Thrive in This Role:
Analytical skills: Strong and sharp, ready to tackle any challenge.
Leadership abilities: Inspire and drive your team to greatness.
Passion for improvement: Always looking for ways to make things better.
Strategic mindset: Develop innovative strategies and analyze market trends.
Communication skills: Clear, effective, and persuasive.
Budget knowledge: Provide insightful and accurate financial advice.
Technical background: Operate at a senior level with confidence.
Qualifications: University degree in a relevant field or proven leadership in a lab setting.
This role can be based near any of Fugro's regional hubs (UK, or Netherlands).
It starts as a 2-year fixed term contract, with annual reviews thereafter.
Ready to make a significant impact and lead our geotechnical laboratories to new heights? Apply now and join us in shaping the future of Fugro's global laboratory network.
About Us
Who we are Do you want to join our Geo-data revolution? Fugro's global reach and unique know-how will put the world at your fingertips.
Our love of exploration and technical expertise help us to provide our clients with invaluable insights.
We source and make sense of the most relevant Geo-data for their needs, so they can design, build and operate their assets more safely, sustainably and efficiently.
But we're always looking for new talent to take the next step with us.
For bright minds who enjoy meaningful work and want to push our pioneering spirit further.
For individuals who can take the initiative but work well within a team.
What we offer
Fugro provides a positive work environment as well as projects that will satisfy the most curious minds.
We also offer great opportunities to stretch and develop yourself.
By giving you the freedom to grow faster, we think you'll be able to do what you do best, better.
Which should help us to find fresh ways to get to know the earth better.
We encourage you to be yourself at Fugro.
So bring your energy and enthusiasm, your keen eye and can-do attitude.
But bring your questions and opinions too.
Because to be the world's leading Geo-data specialist, we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse, driven team.
Our view on diversity, equity and inclusion
At Fugro, our people are our superpower.
Their variety of viewpoints, experiences, knowledge and talents give us collective strength.
Distinctive beliefs and diverse backgrounds are therefore welcome, but discrimination, harassment, inappropriate behaviour and unfair treatment are not.
Everybody is to be well-supported and treated fairly.
And everyone must be valued and have their voice heard.
Crucially, we believe that getting this right brings a sense of belonging, of safety and acceptance, that makes us feel more connected to Fugro's purpose ‘together we create a safe and liveable world' - and to each other.
Benefits of joining our team - Benefits will vary dependant on Country, you are based.
UK Benefits
Extensive career & training opportunities both nationally and internationally.
Competitive salary
Contributory pension scheme
Private medical insurance
Health cash plan
Group life assurance
Group income protection
Flexible working hours and the potential to work 2 days a week from home in accordance with your manager and corporate policies.
Electric car scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Discounted gym membership
Discounts platform
The Fugro Card (pre-paid virtual visa card, which earns cash back automatically when money is spent at any participating retailers)
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Long service awards
Fugro values awards
Employee referral bonus scheme
Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:
Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies.
Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciatedApply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Wallingford, England
Salary / Rate: £1 - £2 per annum
Posted: 2025-04-14 15:25:39
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Private Dentist Jobs in Brighton & Hove, East Sussex.
INDEPENDENT.
Private and established Plan patients, two days per week.
ZEST Dental Recruitment working in partnership with an established dental practice is seeking to recruit a Private Dentist.
Independent Dental Practice
Part-time Private Dentist
Brighton & Hove, East Sussex
Two days per week - from Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday
Practice marketing via Instagram etc.
General dentistry and would suit a dentist with interest/skills in Invisalign and Bonding
Established list of around 100 to 150 plan patients (Practice Plan) with fixed monthly income
+ Plan patients provide plenty of private fee per item opportunity (at 45% gross)
Established dental practice with superb equipment
Excellent support from the Principal, Qualified Nurses, Dental Therapist, Treatment Coordinator
Available: from 1st June 2025
Permanent position
Reference: DW6697A
This is a modern and well-equipped five-surgery Independent dental practice, in a prime location in the east of Brighton, close to Kemptown, the seafront, and the Marina.
The practice is mixed, however, it has a large private focus and this is a fully private role.
Rare in that you will benefit from acquiring a list of plan patients which provides very good private fee per item opportunity.
It will suit either an experienced clinician or a dentist younger in their private career.
We are seeking a good all-around dentist, confident and competent with the provision of general treatments and private dentistry, and comfortable with taking time to build relationships with patients and provide the best patient experience.
The practice benefits from superb equipment, computerised with SOE, CT Scanner, digital x-ray, and endodontic microscope.
The principal provides implants, thus, there is scope to learn in this area if you are interested, and associates have post-graduate qualifications and skills in aesthetic dentistry and restorative dentistry.
Successful candidates will be GDC registered dentists.
For further information regarding this dentist position, confidential enquiries can be made by submitting your CV to ZEST Dental.
All applications and enquiries will be treated in the strictest of confidence. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Brighton, England
Salary / Rate: £80000 - £100000 per annum + 2 days Plan and private
Posted: 2025-04-11 08:16:05
