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Adult safeguarding jobs in United Kingdom

  • Clinical Psychologist
    Clinical Psychologist
    7 days ago
    £45000–£52000 yearly
    Full-time
    Pimlico, London

    Overall Purpose • Provide specialist psychological support to adults in 24-hour supported accommodation, • Work as part of a multidisciplinary team (with NHS/West London Health Trust), • Help service users live more independently using trauma-informed and relational approaches, • Support people with mental health, substance misuse, and complex needs, • Contribute to service development and integrate psychology into care, • Key Responsibilities 1. Clinical Work • Assess, diagnose, and create treatment plans for service users, • Deliver psychological interventions and monitor progress, • Work closely with GPs, MDTs, and other professionals, • Manage risk and develop behaviour support plans, • Keep accurate clinical records, • Ensure registration with HCPC and BPS, • Provide training to staff on psychological and trauma-informed care, • Offer clinical supervision to trainees and other staff, • Run reflective practice sessions after incidents, • Line manage trainee/qualified staff (if required), • Support staff development and performance, • Ensure staff understand service users’ needs and risk plans, • Maintain clear records and handovers, • Attend meetings and involve service users in decisions, • Work collaboratively with external agencies and stakeholders, • Provide direct psychological support and guidance, • Help service users build independence and daily structure, • Encourage participation in activities and recovery plans, • Safeguard vulnerable adults, • Monitor and improve service quality, • Follow policies, procedures, and GDPR requirements, • Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion, • Ensure health & safety standards are met, • Stay updated on best practice and legislation, • Represent the organisation in meetings when required, • Carry out any additional duties as needed, • Person Requirements Qualifications & Experience • Qualified Clinical Psychologist with UK registration, • Experience working with complex mental health needs, • Experience managing/training staff Skills • Strong empathy and communication, • Good record-keeping and IT skills, • Ability to work with multiple stakeholders, • Knowledge of safeguarding and health & safety, • Job Details, • Salary: £45,000 – £52,000, • Hours: 9–5, Mon–Fri (occasional evenings/weekends), • Leave: 25 days + bank holidays, • Pension: 5% contribution (NEST scheme), • Location: Across services as needed, • Probation: 6 months

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  • Workshop Facilitator
    Workshop Facilitator
    13 days ago
    £20 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    + Working Hours - Community Sessions Community sessions run for 3 hours in total: 30 minutes set-up, a 2-hour workshop, and 30 minutes pack-down. Sessions typically take place on weekday evenings or Saturday mornings depending on the venue. Before your first session, you will complete a paid onboarding and induction (billed at £15.00), which covers ThreadPoint’s curriculum framework, safeguarding procedures, and community delivery approach. + The Role Community sessions are where ThreadPoint’s work comes to life beyond the classroom. As a Generalist Lead in community settings, you will facilitate our story-led infrastructure literacy workshops for intergenerational audiences — children and adults learning side by side in libraries, community halls, and public venues. You will lead the session independently, bringing energy, warmth, and genuine curiosity about the world. You are confident holding a room of mixed ages and backgrounds, creating a space where a five-year-old and their grandparent can both have a lightbulb moment about the systems that shape daily life. + Responsibilities • Lead the full ThreadPoint community workshop experience from start to finish, • Read and animate our anchor storybook, Where the Internet Goes to Sleep, for mixed-age audiences, • Guide participants through hands-on STEM and creative building activities, • Foster an inclusive, welcoming environment where all participants feel seen and supported, • Manage group dynamics confidently across a wide range of ages and backgrounds, • Ensure the safeguarding and wellbeing of all children in the room, • Interact warmly and professionally with community members, venue staff, and partners, • Manage set-up and pack-down of all workshop materials independently, • Complete the ThreadPoint post-session timesheet and invoicing form within 48 hours + You’ll Be Great For This If You... • Are confident facilitating and holding a room of mixed ages — from young children to adults, • Are warm, adaptable, and naturally connect with people from all walks of life, • Have experience in community work, youth work, education, or facilitation, • Are comfortable working independently and taking full ownership of a session, • Are organised and reliable, particularly with logistics and materials, • Hold or are willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS certificate, • Have the right to work in the UK + Desirable (But not Essential) • SEND awareness and experience supporting participants with additional needs, • Background in STEM, digital literacy, or the built environment, • Experience with digital gaming environments and a willingness to develop this further, • Knowledge of construction, architecture, or infrastructure, • Acting, performance, or storytelling experience, • Experience delivering in Hackney, Newham, Camden, or Tower Hamlets communities + What We Offer • Freelance fee of £20.00/hour (£60.00 per community session), • Paid onboarding and induction at £15.00, • Flexible, session-based work that fits around other commitments, • The chance to be part of something meaningful and growing, • A supportive, mission-driven team that values your expertise, • Assistance obtaining a DBS check if needed + Our Safeguarding Commitment ThreadPoint is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and community members we work with. We expect all facilitators, volunteers, and partners to share this commitment. All roles are subject to safer recruitment procedures including: • Enhanced DBS check (within the last 3 years or registered on the DBS Update Service), • Two professional references, ideally from recent roles involving children, young people, education,, • facilitation, or community settings, • Identity and right to work verification Facilitators are required to adhere to ThreadPoint’s safeguarding and child protection policy at all times and to immediately report any concerns to the designated safeguarding lead. + Equal Opportunities ThreadPoint is committed to building an inclusive and diverse team. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and will not discriminate on the grounds of gender, gender identity, race,

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  • Domestic Assistant
    Domestic Assistant
    14 days ago
    £12.71 hourly
    Full-time
    Epsom

    Job Summary We are seeking a reliable and compassionate Domestic Cleaner to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within our care home, including specialist dementia care areas. This role is essential in creating a safe, calm, and comfortable environment that supports the wellbeing of residents, particularly those living with dementia. Key Responsibilities • Clean and maintain residents’ rooms, communal areas, bathrooms, and staff areas to a high standard, • Carry out daily, weekly, and deep cleaning tasks in line with schedules, • Follow infection control, health & safety, and COSHH procedures at all times, • Use cleaning products and equipment safely and store them securely, • Dispose of general and clinical waste appropriately, • Replenish cleaning supplies and report low stock levels, • Respond promptly to spillages or urgent cleaning needs, • Report maintenance issues, hazards, or concerns to management Dementia Care Responsibilities • Work in a calm, respectful, and reassuring manner around residents living with dementia, • Be mindful of noise levels, routines, and familiar environments to avoid distress or confusion, • Respect residents’ personal spaces and belongings, recognising that changes in environment can be unsettling, • Use clear, simple communication when interacting with residents, • Be aware of behaviours associated with dementia and respond with patience and understanding, • Support a homely, non-clinical environment that promotes comfort and familiarity Requirements • Previous cleaning experience (care, healthcare, or hospitality preferred), • Basic understanding of hygiene standards and infection control (training provided), • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, • Good attention to detail and time management, • Reliable, punctual, and flexible, • Basic communication skills in English Desirable • Experience working in a care home, particularly with dementia care, • Knowledge of COSHH regulations, • Basic awareness of dementia and person-centred care approaches, • Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality Personal Attributes • Compassionate and patient, especially when working around vulnerable adults, • Respectful of residents’ dignity, independence, and individuality, • Professional, trustworthy, and discreet, • Calm and positive approach, particularly in sensitive situations What We Offer • Competitive pay, • Training in dementia awareness and care standards, • Supportive and inclusive working environment, • pension, meals, uniform

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  • Personal Care Assistant
    Personal Care Assistant
    27 days ago
    £15 hourly
    Part-time
    Enfield

    About the Role We are seeking a compassionate, reliable, and adaptable Personal Care Assistant to support an elderly disabled female living with Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis and diabetes. This is a direct employment role (not through an agency) providing personalised, one-to-one care within their own home. The available shift: Saturday and Sunday, 8 pm to 4 am. The successful applicant must be flexible to cover Bank Holidays, annual leave and sickness. This is an unsupervised role with accountability for a variety of personal, medical, domestic, and social care tasks to ensure independence, dignity, and high-quality living standards are maintained. Excellent collaboration and communication with family members, community service and healthcare professionals and the team are essential requirements of the role. The contract and term of employment is subject to satisfactory references, probation period, right to work verification, DBS check, health assessment, and successful completion of the required training programme(s). Key Responsibilities • Provide personal care including washing, dressing, incontinence care (catheter), PEG feeding (Pump and Bolus), and medication administration (including sharps)., • Close monitoring and observation of health condition; escalating health-related concerns and emergencies accordingly., • Accurate recording and completion of care records and medication reports., • Perform manual handling tasks safely using appropriate equipment (hoists, wheelchairs, slide sheets)., • Maintain a clean, hygienic environment: cleaning, laundry and equipment sanitation., • Monitor and replenish personal care and household stocks, and re-order supplies., • Work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, with flexibility to cover additional shifts and public holidays., • Participate in ongoing training, development, and supervision; undergo Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and health assessment checks as appropriate., • Offer companionship and emotional support and assist with social visits or outings., • Other reasonable duties within the scope of the role. Person Specification (Essential Criteria) • Fluent in spoken and written English., • Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills., • Proficient user of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel)., • Excellent multi-tasker with the ability to balance competing priorities, apply sound judgment and initiative., • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work unsupervised and within a team., • Reliable and proven ability to follow direction, learn and adapt to change quickly., • Experience handling confidential material and information with tact and discretion. (Desirable Criteria) • First Aid qualification (or willingness to obtain one)., • Prior social care and safeguarding experience., • Full UK driving licence., • Resides locally or within reasonable travel distance. We reserve the right to stop taking applications earlier than the advertised closing date.

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  • senior support staff, supported accommodation
    senior support staff, supported accommodation
    1 month ago
    £24000–£27000 yearly
    Full-time
    Dagenham

    The Role We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Senior Support Worker to join our dynamic team. We are recruiting for LSL Gorseway which is an all female unit. You will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality care, leading by example, and supporting both service users and staff. This is an exciting opportunity if you are seriously looking to take the next step in your career and make a real difference. Key Responsibilities • Provide person-centred support to service users, promoting independence and choice, • Report writing and documentation., • tracking young people's expenses & reporting., • Recruitment training/induction of newly employed staff., • Lead, motivate, and supervise a team of support workers, • Conduct supervision meetings with staff., • Ensure clients’ assessment and risk management., • Develop and implement care plans in partnership with service users and professionals, • Conduct engaging work sessions to achieve support goals., • Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and all relevant legislation, • Oversee medication administration and accurate record-keeping, • Respond to emergencies and resolve issues as they arise About You • Minimum 2 years experience in a support worker or similar role (essential), • Experience of leading teams to achieve team goals., • NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards), • Strong communication, and organisational skills, • A caring, empathetic, and patient approach, • An understanding of Equality and Diversity in service delivery., • An understanding of The Supported Accommodation (England) Regulations 2023., • Have excellent people and administrative management skills., • Must have excellent decision Making & Problem Solving skills, • Have person-centred support or care skills., • Thrive on change and enjoy dynamic diverse environments., • Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins as required, • Must be ready to work out of office hours and during weekends., • Right to work in the UK What We Offer • Competitive salary and benefits package, • Ongoing training and career development opportunities, • Supportive and inclusive working environment, • Pension scheme, • Free car parking space How to Apply If you are ready to make a positive impact and join a team that values your skills and dedication, we would love to hear from you! Lighthouse SL is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

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  • Barista Supervisor
    Barista Supervisor
    2 months ago
    £14668 yearly
    Part-time
    Bromley

    Social Enterprise Coordinator 16 hours per week, Thu-Fri Fixed Term (until October 2 2026) £14,668 per year (£34,379 full time equivalent) Location: Bromley High Street Market Square & Training Centre/Lodge Purpose of the Job: You will coordinate Bromley Mencap’s emerging Social Enterprise pilot, a market‑stall‑based microenterprise cluster (coffee, plants, bikes) designed to create meaningful, structured work experience for adults with learning disabilities, difficulties and neurodiverse conditions. Working two days per week on site, you will lead the full operational cycle: vehicle loading, transport, market setup, supervision of trainee shifts, customer service, cash‑up, and safe pack‑down. You will ensure the pilot delivers high‑quality, person‑centred work experience aligned with the project model, while generating strong social value, generating sales and ancillary service enquiries. You will act as the on-site co-ordinator, job coach and operational lead, ensuring the stall runs safely, efficiently and in line with Bromley Mencap’s values. Main Duties: • Lead full operational day (09:00 - 17:00) including loading, transport, setup, trading, pack down and return., • Set up microenterprise stations (coffee, plants, bikes) and ensure all equipment is safe and functional., • Manage EPOS terminal, float, stock levels and daily consumables. - Conduct safety checks (marquee stability, temperature logs, equipment checks)., • Ensure branding, signage and customer facing materials are displayed professionally., • Supervise 2-4 disabled trainees per day across rotating AM & PM shifts., • Provide structured, confidence‑building coaching in customer service, task rotation, microenterprise skills and workplace behaviours., • Deliver clear briefings at the start of each shift and support smooth changeovers., • Promote independence while ensuring safety, dignity and person‑centred practice. Model high‑quality customer interactions and support trainees to use scripts., • Support volunteers to deliver coffee & drinks service, plant sales and display management and bike sales., • Ensure all microenterprise activities meet safety, hygiene and quality standards., • Identify opportunities to cross‑sell or promote ancillary services (barista training, event catering, garden maintenance, bike repair sessions)., • Provide warm, inclusive customer service that reflects Bromley Mencap values., • Promote the social mission of the enterprise to build community buy in., • Capture enquiries for ancillary services such as barista training, events catering, and off market bookings., • Build positive relationships with market organisers, neighbouring traders and local partners., • Work closely with Employment Services, The Lodge and Training Centre staff to ensure smooth referrals and progression. Other Duties: • To comply with safe working practices as outlined in Bromley Mencap policies and take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by acts or omissions at work., • To report any accidents, incidents or near misses as soon as reasonably practicable., • To comply with GDPR guidance as outlined in Bromley Mencap policy and report any breaches as soon as reasonably practicable., • To be aware of and adhere to Bromley Mencap policies at all times., • To take part in progress/performance reviews throughout the year., • To cooperate with other departments to achieve good outcomes for our members., • To attend training courses and complete online training modules as required to meet the requirements of the post., • To take responsibility for own personal development, seeking out opportunities to learn new skills., • To undertake any other duties as requested by management which are reasonably deemed to be within the scope of the role or necessary for the smooth running of the centre., • To apply the Bromley Mencap values and behaviours to every aspect of the role at all times., • To protect and enhance the interests and reputation of Bromley Mencap internally and externally., • To commit to, and uphold, the organisational values in all aspects of your work. Person Specification: • Essential Evidence of CPD relevant to supported employment, social enterprise, community engagement or disability inclusion., • Level 2 Food Hygiene (or willingness to obtain)., • Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities, difficulties or neurodiverse conditions., • Experience in community‑facing roles, retail, hospitality, microenterprise or market trading., • Experience supervising small groups or delivering structured activities., • Experience maintaining safety, quality and customer service standards., • Understanding of person‑centred practice, reasonable adjustments and inclusive workplaces., • Awareness of food hygiene, basic retail operations and customer service principles., • Understanding of safeguarding and health & safety in community settings., • Strong organisational skills and ability to run a full operational day independently., • Confident supervising disabled adults and delivering on‑the‑spot coaching., • Strong communication and customer service skills., • Ability to manage cash/EPOS, stock and daily reporting., • Able to identify risks early and maintain a safe environment. Empathetic, patient and committed to inclusion., • Motivating, proactive and confident working in public settings., • Calm under pressure with a solution‑focused mindset., • Reliable, organised and able to work independently., • Ability to travel independently to Bromley Market from the Lodge (Rutland House) and Training Centre., • Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather., • Enhanced DBS required., • Full UK driving licence required (for transport)., • Flexibility to support occasional events Reports to: Employment Services Manager You will coordinate Bromley Mencap’s emerging Social Enterprise pilot, a market stall based microenterprise cluster (coffee, plants, bikes) designed to create meaningful, structured work experience for adults with learning disabilities, difficulties and neurodiverse conditions. Working two days per week on site, you will lead the full operational cycle: vehicle loading, transport, market setup, supervision of trainee shifts, customer service, cash up, and safe pack down. You will ensure the pilot delivers high quality, person centred work experience aligned with the project model, while generating strong social value, generating sales and ancillary service enquiries. You will act as the on-site co-ordinator, job coach and operational lead, ensuring the stall runs safely, efficiently and in line with Bromley Mencap’s values. Application process closes on Monday 23rd March 2026 with interviews commencing Monday 30th & Tuesday 31st March and Wednesday 1st April 2026 for an immediate start.

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