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Facilities Maintenance Operative (Cleaning, Window Cleaning & Grounds Maintenance) Company: Bloc FM Location: Various client sites (assigned by Bloc FM) Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time/Part-Time Salary: Competitive, based on experience Company Overview: Bloc FM is a trusted facilities management company committed to delivering exceptional service to commercial and residential clients. We ensure environments are safe, clean, and well-maintained through professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail. Position Overview: Bloc FM is hiring a versatile Facilities Maintenance Operative to perform cleaning, window cleaning, and grounds maintenance duties across client sites. This role suits a proactive individual who enjoys hands-on work, thrives in varied environments, and takes pride in maintaining high standards. You will work as part of the Bloc FM team, with tools, equipment, and training provided. Key Responsibilities: General Cleaning: Perform daily indoor cleaning tasks: vacuuming, mopping, sanitizing surfaces (desks, kitchens, restrooms), and dusting. Follow health and safety guidelines, including COSHH regulations. Window Cleaning: Clean interior and exterior windows using company-provided equipment (squeegees, telescopic poles, eco-friendly solutions). Safely work at heights (e.g., ladders, platforms) following training. Grounds Maintenance: Maintain outdoor areas: mowing lawns, trimming hedges, weeding, pruning, and seasonal tasks (leaf clearance, gritting pathways in winter). Ensure entrances, walkways, and car parks are clean and hazard-free. Additional Duties: Report maintenance issues or hazards to the Bloc FM management team. Support ad-hoc tasks (e.g., deep cleaning, end of tenancy cleaning). Requirements: Physical Stamina: Ability to lift/move equipment, stand for extended periods, and work outdoors in all weather. Experience: Previous experience in cleaning, window cleaning, or groundskeeping is desirable but not essential (training provided). Team Player: Collaborative attitude, punctual, and reliable. Attention to Detail: Deliver high-quality results aligned with Bloc FM standards. Safety-Conscious: Willingness to follow risk assessments and use PPE. Driving License: Essential as required to drive and bring equpment to site. Benefits: Training: Full induction, safety training, and career development opportunities. Uniform & Equipment: Provided by Bloc FM (cleaning tools, PPE, grounds maintenance gear). Supportive Team: Regular check-ins and access to management support.

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to assist individuals in leading independent, fulfilling lives. This role involves providing practical and emotional support to individuals with diverse needs, including disabilities, mental health conditions, or other challenges that impact daily living. Key Responsibilities: - Assist clients with daily tasks such as personal care, meal preparation, and household chores. - Provide emotional and social support to enhance well-being. - Encourage and promote independence while ensuring safety. - Support individuals in accessing community resources, activities, and appointments. - Administer medication (if required and trained). - Maintain accurate records and report any concerns to the relevant professionals. - Work collaboratively with families, healthcare providers, and social services. - Ensure safeguarding principles are upheld at all times. Requirements: - Experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential (training provided). - A caring, patient, and empathetic nature. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team. - Basic understanding of safeguarding and health & safety procedures. - A valid DBS check (or willingness to undergo one). - [Optional] A full UK driving license may be required depending on the role. Benefits: - Competitive salary with opportunities for overtime. - Ongoing training and career development. - Supportive team environment. - Flexible working hours. - If you are passionate about making a difference in people's lives, we would love to hear from you! Apply today to join our dedicated team.

Skills and Responsibilities: Promotes coffee consumption by educating customers; selling coffee and coffee grinding and brewing equipment, accessories, and supplies; preparing and serving a variety of coffee drinks, along with pastries and cookies. Welcomes customers by determining their coffee interests and needs. Educates customers by presenting and explaining the coffee drink menu; answering questions. Sells coffees and coffee grinding and brewing equipment by explaining differences in coffee beans and coffee preparation machines; demonstrating how brewing equipment operates. Prepares and sells coffee drinks by following prescribed recipes and preparation techniques for coffee drinks, such as, espresso, espresso lungo, caffe latte, and cappuccino. Generates revenues by attracting new customers; defining new and expanded services and products. Maintains inventories by replenishing coffee bean supply; stocking coffee brewing equipment; maintaining supplies, pastries, and cookies for coffee bar. Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs. Maintains safe and healthy work environment by following organization standards and sanitation regulations. Improves quality results by studying, evaluating, and re-designing processes; implementing changes; maintaining and improving the appearance of the store and coffee bar. Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading coffee, retail trade, and food service publications; maintaining personal networks. Enhances coffee shop reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. Qualifications / Skills: Late art Listening Verbal communication Customer focus Customer service Basic safety People skills Action-oriented Organization Selling to customer needs Attendance Client relationship

Financial Reporting and Compliance Prepare and oversee the production of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Ensure compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards (e.g., IFRS or GAAP), and tax laws. Conduct internal audits and support external audits. Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures. Budgeting and Forecasting Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with departmental managers. Monitor budgets and provide variance analysis, explaining significant deviations. Support long-term financial planning by preparing forecasts and scenario analyses. Team Management Supervise and mentor the accounts team, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger functions. Allocate responsibilities within the team to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of outputs. Train staff on financial systems and processes. Cash Flow and Financial Controls Oversee cash flow management to ensure liquidity and timely payment of obligations. Implement robust financial controls to safeguard company assets. Monitor and reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly. Stakeholder Engagement Collaborate with senior leadership to provide financial insights and advice. Liaise with external stakeholders such as auditors, banks, and tax authorities. Systems and Process Improvements Optimize accounting systems and processes to improve efficiency. Identify and address areas for cost savings and process improvements. Proficiency in financial software and data management tools such as SAP, SQL, Power BI, and Python coding is necessary. This expertise will help the candidate contribute to financial analytics, data visualization, and automation within the company's operations. Ability to develop and implement financial dashboards that integrate back-end financial data for real-time reporting and decision-making.

Part time and full time position available for a kitchen porter in a family business. Job will include cooking, cleaning, food preparation and some heavy lifting

Job description We are seeking a passionate, dedicated, and experienced professional to take a lead role in establishing and managing a Children’s Home. The property is a spacious five-bedroom house designed to accommodate up to three children, aged 11 to 15 with emotional difficulties, who are in need of a nurturing, safe, and structured environment. This role is ideal for someone who has previous experience in residential childcare management and is deeply committed to positively impacting young lives. Key Responsibilities - Lead the process of setting up the Children’s Home in accordance with local and national regulations and standards for children’s residential services. Ensure all aspects meet safety and regulatory standards. - Oversee all daily operations, ensuring a structured, therapeutic, and supportive environment that caters to the physical, emotional, and social needs of each child. - Recruit, train, and supervise a team of care staff. Conduct regular appraisals and support staff development to maintain a high standard of care. - Develop and oversee individualized care plans tailored to each child’s needs, monitoring progress, and adjusting as necessary. Facilitate positive activities and programs to promote growth, resilience, and independence. - Ensure safeguarding practices are followed rigorously and risk assessments are conducted regularly. Address and document any safeguarding concerns in line with best practices and legal requirements. - Build and maintain strong relationships with external agencies, families, and community resources to support each child’s holistic development and social reintegration. - Manage budgets, ensure effective resource allocation, and track expenses in line with organisational guidelines. Qualifications and Experience Essential: Proven experience in managing or supervising a children’s home or similar residential care facility. In-depth knowledge of child protection, safeguarding regulations, and care standards. Qualifications in social work, child care, or a related field (e.g., NVQ Level 5 in Leadership for Health and Social Care or equivalent). Strong understanding of the challenges facing children aged 11–15, particularly those in care. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Desirable: Experience working with children with behavioral or emotional challenges. Familiarity with local authority procedures and regulatory bodies. Benefits: - continuous growth: access ongoing training and development - ⁠Ofsted Outstanding Bonus - ⁠we cover the cost of your DBS check Attributes Empathy and resilience Exceptional leadership and organisational skills Strong decision-making ability and problem-solving mindset Passionate about child welfare and personal development Application Process To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an initial interview, followed by an assessment of management and child care skills. This job description should attract individuals who are experienced, qualified, and genuinely interested in improving the lives of children in a residential setting. Job Type: Full-time Pay: £40,000.00-£58,000.00 per year Benefits: Company pension Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: In person Application deadline: 30/01/2025 Expected start date: 06/03/2025

Islamic Association of North London (IANL) Post Title: IANL Operations Manager Location: Finchley, London Salary Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience and qualifications Hours Full-time: 40 hours per week (Flexibility required) Start Date 01 February 2025 Reporting to Board of Trustees Are you an experienced leader with a passion for operational excellence and community development? The Islamic Association of North London (IANL) is seeking a motivated and dynamic Operations Manager to lead the efficient management and growth of our vibrant organisation. About Us IANL is a registered charity established in 1977, serving the Muslim community in Barnet and beyond. Our mission is to advance education, provide religious services, and offer support to those in need, all within the framework of Islamic values. With exciting expansion plans, we’re poised to extend our impact and better serve our diverse congregation. The Role As Operations Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering IANL's mission. The successful candidate will have the following key priorities: • Drive forward IANL’s mission, vision, and values. • Strengthen IANL’s reputation. • Provide management and organisational support to ensure efficient operations. • Ensure IANL is well-run and remains compliant with Islamic values, internal governance and charity commission regulations. You will be responsible for delivery or delegation of the following areas: • General Management: Policy maintenance and oversight, compliance, business planning, financial management, and organisational design. • Staff Management: Recruitment, performance management, training, and team development. • Facilities Management: Ensure timely maintenance, security, and health & safety compliance for all premises. • Service Delivery: Oversee a range of services, including educational programs, Ramadan/Eid management, counselling, matrimonial services, and community outreach. • Stakeholder Engagement: Foster strong relationships with local authorities, MPs, community organisations, congregants and external charities. • Reporting: Establishing KPIs and reporting against them to the Board of Trustees The Person We are looking for a dedicated and proactive individual who demonstrates the following: 1. Proven experience in management or organisational leadership roles. 2. Experience of working in the third sector, ideally with charitable organisations. 3. Experience of line management of staff and leadership of teams or departments. 4. Positive ‘can do’ attitude to getting things done. 5. Ability to think proactively, prioritize work, and maintain relationships with a range of stakeholders. 6. Flexibility to occasionally attend out-of-core-hours meetings with volunteer-based teams on evenings and weekends to meet organisational needs. 7. Understanding of key issues surrounding Muslim communities across the UK from a variety of traditions and ethnic backgrounds. Why Join Us? • Be part of a growing organisation making a real difference in the community. • Work in a supportive and collaborative environment rooted in Islamic values. • Take on a challenging role with opportunities for professional growth. Please note that we will only be contacting shortlisted candidates. This job description reflects the core activities of the post. As the services and the postholder develop, there will inevitably be some changes to the duties, and possibly the emphasis of the post itself. We expect that the postholder will recognise this and will adopt a flexible approach. This could include undertaking relevant training where necessary. The management will consult the postholder if significant changes to the job description become necessary. The successful candidate will have to go through an Enhanced DBS check prior to being offered the final offer of employment. Start your journey with IANL and help us shape a brighter future for our community!