Details
1087930
De Montfort University (Leicester)
30/03/2025
Ongoing
Hours are ad-hoc and part time
Smart Casual
Pay
£12.44
£1.50
Description
Role
Unitemps, a campus-based recruitment agency owned by De Montfort University, is dedicated to assisting students, graduates, and local professionals in gaining valuable work experience and earning income.
Unitemps External Recruitment Team collaborate with local businesses within the Leicestershire area; we work on a wide range of roles, from student-oriented positions to professional roles, offering a diverse array of opportunities. Recognizing the unique needs of students, we successfully maintain a database comprising a mix of students and local candidates.
There are several benefits to engaging with Unitemps at DMU:
Networking Opportunities: Through Unitemps, you may have the chance to work with various departments at the university and to engage with Leicestershire businesses. This can help you expand your network and establish connections that may be valuable for your future career.
Professional Development: Many positions available through Unitemps may offer opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement. You can learn new skills and gain valuable knowledge while on the job.
Career Progression: Some temporary positions may lead to permanent employment within the university, giving you a potential pathway for long-term career advancement.
Contribution to the University Community: By working with Unitemps at DMU, you become a part of the university community and can contribute to its success and growth.
ROLE
On behalf of our Leicester client, we are seeking to recruit an NMH (Non-Medical Helper) Support Worker to assist an individual student in obtaining a teaching qualification and pursuing her aspiration of becoming a teacher. The role involves practical assistance for a trainee teacher completing a two-year rigorous training program. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to gain experience in the education sector with a reputable organization.
The support required will be based in Leicester, so access to reliable travel is necessary.
This is a part-time, bank position, with flexibility required to meet the needs of the client.
The ideal candidate will be:
- Caring, empathetic, and willing to help others succeed in life.
- Flexible to the needs of the client, with the ability to build rapport and listen to their needs.
- Committed to supporting the client’s right to make their own choices and communicate in a clear, straightforward way using appropriate language.
Expected Start Date: ASAP
Working hours: Hours are ad-hoc
Hourly pay: £12.44 per hour
Holiday Pay: £1.50 per hour
Please note that this role is not at the University. For any informal enquiries, please email leanne.easom@dmu.ac.uk regarding this vacancy.
Duties and responsibilities
- Excellent knowledge, navigation and operation of technology under direction of the client who uses MacOS – Frequent
- Handle and place or deliver physical items to their destinations under the direction of the client – Frequent
- Hand or computer recording and effective summarising of notes, minutes, and actions needed to participate and support study using a MacOS device – Frequent
- Prepare cold lunches, tea, coffee, etc., under direction of the client and provide support at break times – Occasional
- Help with accessing buildings and facilities – Infrequent (only when offsite at conferences)
- Help with attending and accessing mandatory off-site training including support to book and travel via public transport and taxis, assisting with navigation and managing personal items required by the client to attend – Infrequent (only when offsite at conferences)
- Providing personal care under direction of the client – related to bathing and personal/professional grooming, getting dressed, and using the toilet – Infrequent (only when offsite at conferences)
- Must be willing to travel across Leicester and Leicestershire Only – Frequent
Skills and experience
Qualifications and Experience needed:
- GCSE English and Maths Grade C or 4 or above (or equivalent)
- Demonstrated written and verbal fluency in English to a professionally acceptable standard
- Demonstrable experience and/ or desired qualifications:L2 Diploma in Care, L2 Certificate in Principles of Equality, Diversity and Rights in Care, L2 Certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care, OCN L2 or L3 Certificate in Notetaking for Students with Disabilities in Higher Education, or equivalent experience
- Familiarity and confidence using MacOS on a laptop or desktop
- Familiarity and confidence navigating the web using Safari
- Familiarity and confidence using word processing software
- Training and guidance on MacOS and Apple keyboard use will be provided as needed.
- A enhanced DBS check will need to be in place prior to starting the role
Location
Leicester
Additional information
Unitemps is acting as an Employment Business, supplying temporary workers, in relation to this vacancy.
Unitemps are based on the 1st floor of the DSU Campus Centre. Our friendly reception is open Monday to Friday 10am-4pm.
Unitemps DMU operates a monthly payroll - more information on the DMU Branch processes can be found on our information hub HERE
DMU STUDENTS
The Careers Hub based in Hugh Aston Building on Campus is for DMU students from all faculties to receive tailored careers advice and support from trained Careers coaches; it is a useful space to visit should you have any questions regarding Careers!