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Activ Camps Ltd is a friendly and lively company running activity camps and after school clubs for children across South London. We are passionate about providing the highest quality experience for children within our community, as well as the best possible customer care experience for their parents and carers. We are looking for a warm, engaging and highly organised individual with experience in customer service and administration to join our team. This person should have a keen eye for detail and a systematic approach to work, as well as passion for supporting children and families. Key Responsibilities To act as the main point of contact for parents and carers, and other stakeholders, on phone, email and social media platforms, demonstrating a high level of knowledge of our provision and guiding customers through the booking process To handle all bookings, cancellations and changes to bookings with efficiency To clearly and confidently communicate Activ Camps’ policies, procedure and terms of booking to parents and carers To process payments from a variety of sources, including childcare voucher schemes and credit, chasing outstanding payments in a systematic and timely manner To assist in resolving complaints in a timely and appropriate manner, liaising with colleagues to ensure that these can be fully investigated with an appropriate response communicated to the complainant To prepare a variety of registers for our camps and clubs, including medical and special education needs and disability (SEND) registers, ensuring that all necessary information is recorded and collated To communicate regularly with staff members at our camps and clubs, ensuring that administrative processes are being adequately managed on site To participate in team meetings, sharing insights and updates on customer interactions, addressing any specific trends To contact and build relationships with local schools and parent/teacher associations to help promote Activ Camps to new customers To support the general organisation and administration of Activ Camps. Personal Specifications Essential Attributes: Previous experience in customer service and administrative roles Outstanding verbal and written communication skills Excellent numerical skills Previous experience working with Google Sheets/Excel spreadsheets Proactive and resolution-focused, with the capability of working independently Desirable Attributes: Passionate about children and/or sports and outdoor activities Experience working within the childcare industry An understanding of differing Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Knowledge of Childcare Voucher & Tax-Free Childcare payment processes Salary: £26,000 per annum Contract: Full Time Contract Start date: Tuesday 7th May 2024 Work hours: 0930 - 1800 During the school holidays hours will vary based on the requirements of our camps and clubs Holidays: 23 days pro-rata plus all public holidays Location: Company Office in Brixton, London, with the possibility to work from home on occasion Commencement subject to: Two rounds of interview, two suitable references and a contract returned with Associated Annexes signed. Safeguarding Activ Camps Ltd is committed to safe practice in recruitment and selection that includes consideration of issues to do with child protection, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Engagements of work will not be authorised unless staff have completed an Enhanced DBS, references verified and checks completed in line with our Safer Recruitment Policy. Inclusion & Diversity At Activ Camps, we know that diversity makes our team stronger and more successful. The children that we work with come from all backgrounds and it is important that our team reflects the diversity of the people that we work with. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply for jobs with us and bring their perspectives and experience to our team. How to apply Successful candidates will be invited to interview as soon as convenient for both parties. Please note Activ Camps Ltd is unable to reimburse interview expenses. Information correct on 18.04.2024 and subject to change thereafter. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £26,000.00 per year Benefits: Casual dress Company pension Schedule: Holidays Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Work Location: In person Expected start date: 07/05/2024
Location: Friern Barnet Road, LB of Barnet. Salary: - £15.50 per hour plus paid Induction (Hourly rate paid between 08:00 – 10:00pm.) - Night Shift Flat Rate £120.00 (Night shift flat rate paid between 10:00pm – 08:00am) Hours are negotiable - Monday to Sunday on a shift rota basis. Shift Patterns: 8am – 8.30pm, 8am – 4.30pm, 4pm – 8.30pm, 8pm overnight to 9am. Employment Type: Fulltime, part-time, bank basis. Overview We are looking for Residential Child and Family Assessment Support Workers for Ty Connections III Residential Family Assessment Centre – located in the LB of Barnet. We are looking for talented professionals who can provide a positive living experience for the family’s resident, where compassion and innovation meets quality and expertise, dedicated to safely uplifting our most vulnerable families navigating complex journeys into parenthood. About us Ty Connections III - provides a holistic, nurturing environment where parents are supported every step of the way, with specialized services designed to meet each parent’s individual needs. From personalized counselling sessions to skill-building workshops to maximise their capacity to manage risks, we are committed to fostering a sense of confidence and capability in every parent using our services. And for the little ones? Innovative engaging activities and educational programs await, ensuring a vibrant and enriching learning experience for children of all ages. About the role You will work as part of a ‘team around the family’ where every family is supported, empowered, and guided towards a brighter future. We do this together, ensuring that every family receives the resources, care and understanding they require and deserve, whilst evidencing their capacity to change and safely parent their child. In addition, you will work in partnership with wider family groups and carers of children, Social Workers, and other outside agencies, as required. About you You will be: Committed to working with Families and their Children within a residential setting, redefining what it means to thrive in the face of challenges. Have appropriate knowledge and experience of working with Families and children and committed to training and continued professional development. Be creative and able to use your own initiative whilst working in a complex and challenging environment. Enthusiastic and highly adaptable to changing circumstances. In addition, you should possess good written, IT and communication skills. Ideally, although not essential, you should have a relevant qualification (NNEB/QCF /NVQ 3 in Care ) and experience of working in a social service-related setting (including voluntary work.) Other information You will be required to apply for a DBS at an enhanced level. Our values We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are – Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy. By joining Ty Connections III, you can expect: - A fair and inclusive culture. - The chance to really make a difference to those around you. - Health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme. - Ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us. - Ty Connections is committed to equal opportunities policies and action to ensure that the best candidates for any post are appointed irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, age, marital or civil partnership status, disability, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, religion or creed.
Job description We are bei London a high end hair salon with a beautiful calm ambiance, based just 3 minutes walk from Parsons Green tube station, on the District line. We have a fantastic opportunity for experienced, talented stylists and colourists to join our growing team. Your responsibilities: Delivering high end customer service bespoke to clients needs while continuing to build good relationships with clients. Uphold our values through organic hair products and principles. Cutting and styling hair for men, women and children. Provide advice and selling hair products in the salon to clients. Providing in-depth bespoke consultations for every client's needs from colour and cutting services, to various hair treatments including all colouring techniques. Work full time, flexible hours, on an average of 5 working days between Monday to Saturday. About you: Qualified Hairdresser At least 2 year experience Passionate and focused on your career in hair styling and colouring. Friendly, polite and professional Enjoys providing good client service Prefers to work in a friendly social team
Join the Adventure with Buzz Retail as a Self-Employed Toy Demonstrator in Hamleys London/Rome/Milan! Buzz Retail, the UK’s leading company in toy demonstrations, is looking for energetic, self-motivated individuals to join our sales agents team in Hamleys, London, Rome and Milan. If you love toys and aim to maximize your earnings, this is the opportunity for you! What You’ll Love About This Opportunity: • Impressive Earnings: As a self-employed agent, your potential is in your hands. Our agents often earn more than £100/€150 a day (the stars make more than £/€200 daily), with no less than of £70/€85 per day. Our sales commission is the highest in the industry so the sky’s the limit ! • Play While You Work: Spend your days in an incredible environment of the top toy store in the world, standing and playing with the latest toys. It’s all about making work feel like play. • Be Your Own Boss: Enjoy the freedom and flexibility of being self-employed. You decide how to make your day successful, all within a fantastic working atmosphere. We’re Searching For: • Energetic and spirited individuals driven by both fun and financial goals • Enthusiasts who can bring toys to life, captivating both children and adults whilst making great money. - No experience is required apart from willingness to learn, engage with customers and make great money. Suitable for Italian/English speakers. Why Choose Buzz Retail in Hamleys ? We’re not just about toy demonstrations; we’re about creating joyful experiences. Working with us at Hamleys in Rome or Milan means being part of a world where play and profit meet. Get Ready to Transform Your Passion into Profit! If playing with toys all day and earning great money sounds like your ideal path, Buzz Retail is waiting for you. Embrace the flexibility of being self-employed and the joy of working in Hamleys, the place where fun and opportunity meet. Reach out now and Start Your Fun-Filled Journey to Success with Buzz Retail in Hamleys London/Milan/Rome
We are looking for an organised, experienced and friendly office assistant to work with our Operations Lead to support the operations of our busy Nursery/ Early Years School. Little Jungle is an OFSTED ranked Outstanding Early Years Provider in Peckham / East Dulwich (South East London), working with 85 children each day split across two locations. Typical responsibilities will include: Answering the phone and door Ensuring the smooth running of the office Buying resources Filing and record keeping Managing our suppliers Managing communications to staff and parents Managing petty cash and card payments Supporting with printing and document management Managing our calendar Maintaining our children’s library Booking children's extra day / session bookings Supporting all teams with additional administrative items Supporting the Operations Lead with health and safety matters if required Supporting the Operations Lead to ensure that fire drills checks are conducted and documented Supporting the Operations Lead to carry out staff inductions Supporting the Operations Lead with new admissions management Supporting the Operations Lead with staff scheduling and shift creation Dealing with faults and contacting contractors Who you are: Hold a proven track record of working in similar roles with excellent references Passionate about children and making the world a better place Structured, strong, kind and confident communicator Able to work in a fast paced environment, to deadlines and without compromising on quality Problem solver, able to think on your feet and keen to take on new challenges Take pride in helping others and going the extra mile Have a can do attitude and outgoing character Computer literate, and able to use MS Office confidently Benefits of working at Little Jungle include: Highly competitive salary 28 days annual leave, plus the Christmas, and summer shutdown period, and your birthday day off (works out to around 37 days a year) Ongoing training and development opportunities Social and team building events Free breakfast, lunch, dinner (tea) and refreshments Employer contribution Pension Scheme Bike to work scheme Annual clothing allowance Additional days off and bonus scheme for long-term (over 5 years) service If you have the relevant experience and mindset and want to join a fun and dynamic team to make a difference to children’s’ lives then we look forward to receiving your application. Note: All positions offered are subject to a clear Enhanced DBS and suitable references being obtained. Job Type: Full-time Salary: £27,350.00 per year Benefits: Discounted or free food Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: Peckham, Greater London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Work Location: In person
If you are passionate about creating exceptional culinary experiences, have strong leadership abilities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you. Join our team as the Head Chef and contribute to our continued success! We are looking for a confident and experienced Chef who ideally has experience working in an under 5 children’s nursery. You will be working on a 35-40 hour contract cooking meals for between 50-80 children a day and will be managing the whole kitchen, working alongside a kitchen assistant. There are some great perks for this role: including bonus award scheme, free training, shift pattern Mon-Fri only, paid annual leave, team outings, and more. Key responsibilities: -To prepare and cook nutritionally balanced meals appropriate for under-fives in accordance with the nursery’s nutritional guidance for the under-fives. -Prepare all food in accordance with current allergy control policy. -To contribute ideas to menu planning ensuring the children receive a healthy nutritionally balanced, multi-cultural diet. -To maintain a safe, clean and healthy kitchen environment -To maintain accurate records regarding temperature controls etc. Full details will be given to any shortlisted candidates in the interview process. We hope to find a suitable candidate local to SE22 8PW (East Dulwich, South London) and look forward to you applications.
Are you ready to ignite young minds and shape the future? We are more than just a nursery; we're a canvas of curiosity, a playground of possibilities, and a garden of growth and are looking for a special and dedicated Early Years Educator to nurture tiny seeds into mighty oaks. Join our vibrant team where every day is an adventure! If this sounds interesting to you then please check out our current vacancy. Duties - Plan and deliver engaging and stimulating activities that promote children's physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development - Create a safe and inclusive learning environment that supports each child's individual needs - Observe and assess children's progress, documenting their achievements and identifying areas for improvement - Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement individualized learning plans for children with special needs or specific learning goals - Foster positive relationships with parents, providing regular updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns or questions - Maintain accurate records of attendance, incidents, and accidents - Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all children in your care - Stay up-to-date with current best practices in early childhood education - Requirements - Minimum of a Level 2/3 Qualification in Childcare and Education is preferred but not essential. - Proven experience working with young children in an educational setting - Knowledge of child development principles and best practices in early childhood education - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to work effectively as part of a team - Strong Knowledge of the EYFS - Current CPR and First Aid certification is preferred but not essential. If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young children and have the necessary qualifications, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience.
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Childcare Assistant About the Company: Clifton Health care, Recognised the importance of work with children, young people and adults in need of protection, and our responsibility to protect everyone entrusted to our care. We are committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults and ensuring their well-being. Specially; Clifton Health care recognised that we all have a responsibility to help prevent the physical, sexual, emotional, abuse and neglect of Service Users and to report any such abuse that we discover or suspect. · We believe every Service User should be valued, safe and happy. We undertake to make sure that Service User we have contact with known this and are empowered to tell us if they are suffering harm. · All Service User have the right to be treated with respect, to be listened to, and to be protected from all form of abuse. · We undertake to exercise proper care in the appointment and selection of all those who will work with children and vulnerable adults. Clifton Healthcare Recruitment Limited is committed to; · Following the requirements for UK legislation in relation to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and good practice recommendations. · Respecting the rights of children as described in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. · Keeping up to date with national, regional and local developments relating to safeguarding. · The Provider shall ensure that guidance and training provided to staff regarding the identification and management of vulnerable Service Users with Specific needs, or at risk Service User, is kept up to date and aligns with accepted good practice, and that the provider has sought input from the Authority to ensure that their guidance and materials align with the Authority’s safeguarding strategy. This will be achieved by undertaking a rolling programme of training that identifies training requirements for all staff, safer recruitment in accordance with the NSPCC Safe Recruitment guidelines and periodic staff supervision and support with Line Management. About the Job: Overview: Job Title: Childcare Assistant Worker Pay: £12 - £15 Hours: 40 Hours per week Contract: Permanent/Full-time Schedule: 8 hour shift Flexi-time Monday to Friday Weekends Overtime Benefits: · Accommodation · One time free meal · Training will be provided Job Description: We have an exciting opportunity for a full time childcare provider to join our team! You will be responsible for the care and safety of child from infancy to 16 years old. Our ideal candidate has previous experience working with children, is reliable, trustworthy and energetic. A flexible schedule is a must, and we're looking for someone who work full time. • Assisting with washing and dressing the child. • Preparing their food and help them eat. • Doing household tasks, such as shopping and laundry. • Getting to know the children, their needs and interests. • Monitoring their health and weight and recording any concerns. • Making sure they take prescribed medications. • Supporting their mental and physical well-being through different activities. • Working with other social care and health care professionals. Skills: Sensitivity to and understanding of people. • The ability to work with different types of people. • Patience and the ability to remain calm during stressful situations. • The ability to work well under pressure. • Attention to detail. • Excellent customer service skills. What we require: Entry requirement: · Ready to relocate to Canterbury, Hatfield, Aberdeen, Huddersfield · GCSE or equivalent (required) · DBS · Right to Work in UK · Experience working with young people (3 months to 16 years) Other Minimum Qualifications: Must have knowledge of child development and appropriate activities for age groups. Must be able to provide a therapeutic and safe environment for individuals and groups, ages 0-18. Demonstrates the ability to assist patients in coping with the stress of hospitalization by matching developmental assessment of the individual with normalizing activities appropriate for their developmental age. Exhibits and delivers strong customer service skills with patients, families, volunteers and health care team. Must have excellent communication skills, effective time and resource management, flexibility, the ability to learn and utilize computer applications and organizational skills. Closing and Short-listing Date: Open till 31th March 2024
Qualified Childcare Assistant About the Company: Clifton Health care, Recognised the importance of work with children, young people and adults in need of protection, and our responsibility to protect everyone entrusted to our care. We are committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults and ensuring their well-being. Specially; Clifton Health care recognised that we all have a responsibility to help prevent the physical, sexual, emotional, abuse and neglect of Service Users and to report any such abuse that we discover or suspect. We believe every Service User should be valued, safe and happy. We undertake to make sure that Service User we have contact with known this and are empowered to tell us if they are suffering harm. All Service User have the right to be treated with respect, to be listened to, and to be protected from all form of abuse. We undertake to exercise proper care in the appointment and selection of all those who will work with children and vulnerable adults. Clifton Healthcare Recruitment Limited is committed to; Following the requirements for UK legislation in relation to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and good practice recommendations. Respecting the rights of children as described in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. Keeping up to date with national, regional and local developments relating to safeguarding. The Provider shall ensure that guidance and training provided to staff regarding the identification and management of vulnerable Service Users with Specific needs, or at risk Service User, is kept up to date and aligns with accepted good practice, and that the provider has sought input from the Authority to ensure that their guidance and materials align with the Authority’s safeguarding strategy. This will be achieved by undertaking a rolling programme of training that identifies training requirements for all staff, safer recruitment in accordance with the NSPCC Safe Recruitment guidelines and periodic staff supervision and support with Line Management. About the Job: Overview: Job Title: Qualified Child Care Worker Pay: £12 - £15 Hours: 40 Hours per week Contract: Permanent/Full-time Schedule: 8 hour shift Flexitime Monday to Friday Weekends Overtime Benefits: Accommodation One time free meal Job Description: We have an exciting opportunity for a full time childcare provider to join our team! You will be responsible for the care and safety of child from infancy to 16 years old. Our ideal candidate has previous experience working with children, is reliable, trustworthy and energetic. A flexible schedule is a must, and we're looking for someone who work full time. • Assisting with washing and dressing the child. • Preparing their food and help them eat. • Doing household tasks, such as shopping and laundry. • Getting to know the children, their needs and interests. • Monitoring their health and weight and recording any concerns. • Making sure they take prescribed medications. • Supporting their mental and physical well-being through different activities. • Working with other social care and health care professionals. Skills: Sensitivity to and understanding of people. • The ability to work with different types of people. • Patience and the ability to remain calm during stressful situations. • The ability to work well under pressure. • Attention to detail. • Excellent customer service skills. What we require: Entry requirement: Ready to relocate to Canterbury, Hatfield, Aberdeen, Huddersfield GCSE or equivalent (required) DBS Right to Work in UK Experience working with young people (3 months to 16 years) Level 3 NVQ in Caring for Children and Young People Level 3 NVQ in Childcare and Education Level 3 NVQ in Children’s Care, Learning and Development Level 3 NVQ in Early Years Care and Education Other Minimum Qualifications: Must have knowledge of child development and appropriate activities for age groups. Must be able to provide a therapeutic and safe environment for individuals and groups, ages 0-18. Demonstrates the ability to assist patients in coping with the stress of hospitalization by matching developmental assessment of the individual with normalizing activities appropriate for their developmental age. Exhibits and delivers strong customer service skills with patients, families, volunteers and health care team. Must have excellent communication skills, effective time and resource management, flexibility, the ability to learn and utilize computer applications and organizational skills. Closing and Short-listing Date: Open till 31th March 2024
We are looking for qualified practitioners to work with our nursery children in Muswell Hill and Wood Green. About us: Kidz Kabin is a warm and caring environment, which was established in 2011 in North London. We value and listen to staff and families and our can-do ethos enables children to thrive, build happy relationships and learn through play to be independent thinkers. Kidz Kabin Nursery has 3 settings in North London where we have a culture of friendship, kindness, listening and mentoring. All of this is designed so we can work closely together to support our staff and families and welcome people of all backgrounds. We update our resources and review our practices regularly, valuing ideas and positive contribution from our colleagues. We have training and development days every term to ensure we are building strong communication and to allow for educational planning. About you: You... • Should have at least one full year’s childcare experience although longer would be a bonus • Enjoy motivating children to engage in new activities • Have a good understanding of how children learn • Are a team player and a positive attitude • Have a kind and caring demeanour • Are familiar with the EYFS Reliable and Punctual Desire to Progress
About the Nursery The nursery welcomes children aged between 3 months and 5 years old and is open 51 weeks a year from 8am to 6pm. We provide a loving culture and creative exploration through the eyes of the child. By building on Montessori methods and linguistic arts, we have developed our unique curriculum. As a result, we prepare a child to excel in their foundation years and then move through life with a strong ability to achieve excellence. Main duties and responsibilities: · Full responsibility overseeing the rooms incl. children developments and staff practises . Carry out risk assessments throughout the day to ensure the nursery is a safe environment and comply with Safeguarding Procedures · Lead the team of other staff in the room and train them to become strong practitioners and create a nice team environment · Act as a leader for the overall nursery and collaborate to the day-to-day running of the nursery · Ensure a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care and development for all children at Raphael Nursery · Support key children · Assist in promoting equal opportunities and the inclusion of children with special educational needs and disabilities. · Liaise with and support parents/carers and other family members The successful candidate must be qualified to Level 3 or above in childcare, be an experienced nurse, have a firm understanding and experience of the Early years foundation stage, and also will be looking for a full-time position per week. Benefits: · Excellent rates of pay (based on experience and qualification) . Semi-annual bonus scheme . Sick pay policy . Support for your well-being · Support for career progression · Support for higher level qualifications and fully funded training · Free wholesome, hot lunches available · Pension Scheme . 70% fee reduction for our longstanding employees to take their children in the nursery if space available (minimum 1y of employment) · Employee assistance programme