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  • After school nanny in Wimbledon
    After school nanny in Wimbledon
    5 days ago
    £11.85–£14.5 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Want a supportive, rewarding job that fits around your schedule? Fed up of your current part-time job? Looking to find your Mon-YAY again? 👀 Well, you’re in luck. Koru Kids is currently hiring afternoon nannies in Wimbledon. We’re working to become the UK’s number one childcare provider, but need your help to fulfil the rising demand for nannies and babysitters. ☀️ Your role: You’ll be looking after kids after school, so will spend your afternoons out and about or doing fun activities at home like board games or baking whilst helping with simple meals and homework. You don’t need any childcare qualifications, just experience working with kids like babysitting, volunteering or at a camp. We’ll give you free training and continued guidance so you can be great at your job while building valuable skills. 🤸‍♀️ Benefits and perks: • Koru Kids will take care of contracts, sick pay, holiday pay and make sure you’re paid correctly and on time, • You’ll get paid from £11.85-14.50 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay) dependent on experience, • You’re guaranteed pay rises after 6 and 12 months, • You’ll receive free, online nanny training, first aid training, an enhanced DBS check and insurance [worth over £300!], • Koru Kids will support you with free CACHE registered courses and 1:1 coaching, • You’ll get a ton of experience to add to your CV making you stand out for future jobs Apply now so you can start working and earning in less than 3 weeks! 😉

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  • Barista all rounder
    Barista all rounder
    28 days ago
    £12.5–£13 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Alma is a vibrant and cozy coffee shop located in Barnes village. We are passionate about serving high-quality coffee, delicious meals, and creating a welcoming atmosphere for our customers. We take pride in our commitment to excellent customer service and believe in providing an exceptional coffee experience. Job Description: Are you a coffee enthusiast with a friendly and customer-focused attitude? We are currently seeking a Barista/Waitress to join our team and contribute to our coffee shop's success. As a Barista/Waitress, you will be responsible for crafting and serving exquisite coffee beverages, maintaining a clean and organized workspace, and ensuring our customers have a memorable and enjoyable visit. Responsibilities: Prepare and serve a variety of coffee beverages, including espresso, cappuccinos, lattes, and more. Take customer orders and provide attentive, friendly, and efficient service. Operate coffee machines, grinders, and other equipment with precision and care. Maintain a clean and tidy work area, including regular cleaning of equipment and surfaces. Handle and process payments accurately. Engage with customers to ensure their needs are met and provide a welcoming atmosphere. Communicate effectively with the team to ensure smooth operations. Requirements: Previous experience as a barista or waitress is preferred. Passion for coffee and a desire to learn and grow in the industry. Excellent customer service and communication skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks. Attention to detail and a commitment to cleanliness and hygiene. Positive and friendly demeanor. Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays. Benefits: Competitive hourly wage with the potential for tips. Training and development opportunities to enhance your coffee-making skills. A friendly and supportive team environment. Free lunch/drinks whilst on shift. Opportunities for advancement within the coffee shop. If you're enthusiastic about coffee, enjoy interacting with customers, and want to be part of a passionate team, we would love to hear from you!

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  • Credit Controller
    Credit Controller
    29 days ago
    £38000–£42000 yearly
    Full-time
    Brentford

    Job Specification: Senior Credit Control Officer Reports to: [Head of Finance] Team: Financial Solutions / Arrears Management Location: Brentford or Harlow People responsibility: Initially none, but expected to take on leadership responsibilities as the function scales. Role Purpose The Senior Credit Control Officer is responsible for the end-to-end management of arrears, repayment solutions, and debt recovery activities across the Credit Union. The role ensures that members in financial difficulty are treated fairly and ethically while protecting the organisation’s financial position, minimising loan losses, and ensuring compliance with regulatory expectations. This is a senior, analytical, and member-focused role requiring strong judgement, excellent communication skills, and the ability to balance commercial, regulatory, and ethical considerations. Key Responsibilities 1. Arrears Management & Member Engagement • Monitor the loan book daily/weekly to identify emerging arrears and potential high-risk accounts., • Contact members in arrears via phone, email, SMS and written communication to understand circumstances, provide support, and agree appropriate repayment solutions., • Conduct affordability assessments (aligned with FCA and industry standards) to determine realistic repayment plans, forbearance, or restructuring options., • Manage sensitive conversations with members in financial difficulty in a compassionate, ethical, and solutions-oriented manner., • Oversee the process for rescheduled or re-written loans, ensuring consistent application of internal policies. 2. Credit Control Strategy, Policy & Process • Develop, update and embed Credit Control policies, procedures, and workflows in line with regulatory expectations, internal risk appetite, and best practice., • Identify control gaps, improve processes, and introduce new tools and technologies to enhance arrears collection efficiency and member experience., • Ensure all member-facing teams understand basic credit control processes and can provide accurate information to members. 3. External Debt Collection Oversight • Determine when accounts should transition from internal arrears management to external debt collection, based on risk appetite, cost/benefit analysis, and member circumstances., • Act as the primary liaison with third-party Debt Collection Agencies (DCAs), monitoring:, • performance KPIs,, • recovery rates,, • compliance with ethical and regulatory standards,, • value for money., • Review DCA performance data and recommend continuation, escalation, or termination of mandates. 4. Financial Analysis & Loan Loss Provisions • Analyse arrears trends, delinquency migrations, roll rates, and recovery patterns to identify emerging risks., • Provide monthly reporting for management and the Board on arrears, collections performance, and expected credit losses (ECL)., • Work closely with Finance to:, • calculate and validate loan loss provisions,, • understand the impact of write-offs on P&L,, • forecast impairment and recovery levels., • Contribute to stress testing, scenario analysis, and forward-looking risk assessments. 5. Data & Reporting • Maintain accurate and detailed member account notes, arrears records, and repayment agreements., • Produce high-quality management information, including:, • arrears by ageing category,, • new delinquencies vs cures,, • repayment plan performance,, • DCA outcomes,, • provisions and write-offs,, • Consumer Duty-aligned outcomes analysis., • Support quarterly and annual reporting requirements, including materials for the Board, auditors, and potential investors. 6. Risk, Compliance & Conduct • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory expectations relating to credit control, Consumer Duty, forbearance, fair treatment of customers, and debt collection., • Ensure all arrears and collections activity remains compliant with FCA Handbook, CONC, and internal policies., • Handle member complaints relating to arrears or collections promptly, fairly, and in line with internal complaints procedures., • Demonstrate high standards of integrity, professionalism, and ethical judgement in all member interactions. 7. Team & Leadership (as the function grows) • Support the training, coaching, and development of junior team members., • Help design team structure, performance metrics, and workflow standards for a growing arrears management function., • Provide cover for the Head of Finance or Risk & Compliance Manager as needed on credit-related matters. Person Specification Essential Skills & Experience • Significant experience in credit control, arrears management, or collections within a financial services organisation (bank, credit union, building society, or FCA-regulated lender)., • Strong understanding of ethical and responsible lending practices., • Experience conducting affordability assessments and agreeing repayment solutions., • Strong analytical capability, with the ability to interpret financial and member data to drive decisions., • Excellent communication and negotiation skills, including the ability to manage sensitive conversations., • High proficiency in Excel and core Microsoft applications., • Experience managing relationships with external service providers or debt collectors., • Proven ability to balance commercial objectives with fair customer outcomes. Desirable • Experience working within a credit union or similar mutual financial institution., • Understanding of IFRS 9 impairment principles (or willingness to learn)., • Experience building or improving credit control processes or systems., • Experience in team leadership or mentoring. Qualifications Essential • A finance-related qualification or equivalent relevant industry experience. Desirable • Additional credit management, financial analysis, or regulatory qualifications (e.g., CICM, CeMAP, or similar). Conduct Rules (FCA) You must: • Act with integrity., • Act with due skill, care and diligence., • Be open and cooperative with the FCA, PRA, and other regulators. Values & Behaviours • Ethical, member-focused and compassionate., • Highly organised and reliable., • Analytical and commercially aware., • Calm under pressure, able to manage complex or sensitive cases., • Collaborative team player who contributes to a strong risk culture.

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  • Registered Care Home Manager
    Registered Care Home Manager
    2 months ago
    £39000–£42000 yearly
    Full-time
    Hersham

    Are you a passionate and experienced care professional ready to lead a warm, person-centred residential home? We’re looking for a dedicated and compassionate Registered Manager to join our care team and make a real difference every day. About Us Our 30-bed residential home in Walton-on-Thames provides high-quality care and support for older adults, including those living with dementia. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming, homely environment where residents are respected, valued and truly cared for. The Role As our Registered Manager, you’ll take the lead in ensuring the home runs smoothly, safely and in line with CQC standards. Supported by the Operations Manager, you’ll be responsible for the overall management of the home — from supporting staff and ensuring excellent care delivery, to maintaining compliance and driving continuous improvement. Key responsibilities include: • Leading, motivating and developing a committed care team, • Overseeing the delivery of person-centred care with compassion and respect, • Ensuring compliance with CQC and all relevant legislation, • Building strong relationships with residents, families, and professionals, • Managing vacancies, admissions and discharges, home audits and care plans effectively About You We’re looking for someone who combines professional experience with genuine care and empathy. You’ll need: • At least 1 years’ experience as a Registered Manager in a residential care setting, • Experience in dementia care and a passion for supporting older people, • Strong leadership, communication and supervisory skills, • Knowledge of CQC requirements and best practice in adult social care, • Level 5 diploma in Leadership & Management for Adult Care (or working towards it) What We Offer • Supportive and friendly team environment, • Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development, • Competitive salary, • The chance to lead a home where your ideas and passion truly make an impact If you’re a caring, dedicated professional ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.

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  • After school nanny in Wimbledon Village
    After school nanny in Wimbledon Village
    6 days ago
    £11.85–£14.5 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Want a supportive, rewarding job that fits around your schedule? Fed up of your current part-time job? Looking to find your Mon-YAY again? 👀 Well, you’re in luck. Koru Kids is currently hiring afternoon nannies in Wimbledon Village We’re working to become the UK’s number one childcare provider, but need your help to fulfil the rising demand for nannies and babysitters. ☀️ Your role: You’ll be looking after kids after school, so will spend your afternoons out and about or doing fun activities at home like board games or baking whilst helping with simple meals and homework. You don’t need any childcare qualifications, just experience working with kids like babysitting, volunteering or at a camp. We’ll give you free training and continued guidance so you can be great at your job while building valuable skills. 🤸‍♀️ Benefits and perks: • Koru Kids will take care of contracts, sick pay, holiday pay and make sure you’re paid correctly and on time, • You’ll get paid from £11.85-14.50 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay) dependent on experience, • You’re guaranteed pay rises after 6 and 12 months, • You’ll receive free, online nanny training, first aid training, an enhanced DBS check and insurance [worth over £300!], • Koru Kids will support you with free CACHE registered courses and 1:1 coaching, • You’ll get a ton of experience to add to your CV making you stand out for future jobs Apply now so you can start working and earning in less than 3 weeks! 😉

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  • Live-in housekeeper/house manager
    Live-in housekeeper/house manager
    2 months ago
    £2400–£2500 monthly
    Full-time
    London

    Live-in Housekeeper / House Manager We currently looking for a dedicated, discreet, and well-organised Live-in Housekeeper / House Manager to take care of cleaning, cooking, and the smooth daily running of a private residence currently under refurbishment. The property is located within the Wandsworth complex, on Heathfield Road, SW18 3HR, London, in close proximity to Wandsworth Prison. The residence is completely independent and not affiliated with the institution. The entire area is highly secured and permanently monitored, offering a safe, stable, and controlled working environment. At this stage, the workload is moderate. However, starting from January 2026, OtiPro will expand its household team, and the selected candidate will become an essential part of the property management staff. Key Responsibilities Perform daily cleaning and housekeeping tasks, maintaining a tidy and welcoming home. Prepare meals with a focus on European and Mediterranean cuisine. Manage household supplies and ensure smooth day-to-day operations. Maintain discretion, professionalism, and high standards of household management. Candidate Profile Proven experience in housekeeping, cooking, and household management. Trustworthy, discreet, and detail-oriented with strong organisational skills. Must have the legal right to work in the UK (mandatory). Must possess a UTR Number (Unique Taxpayer Reference). Willingness to live on the premises full-time. What We Offer Accommodation and meals provided. Training and professional development offered by OtiPro. A safe, fully secured, and supportive work environment. Opportunities for growth as the household team expands in 2026. Job Details Experience: Required. Employment type: Full-time, live-in position. Salary: £2,400 – £2,500 per month. Start date: January 2026. Location: Heathfield Road, SW18 3HR, London – within the Wandsworth complex (fully secured area, near Wandsworth Prison). We also welcome applications from couples who meet the above criteria. If you are a motivated, reliable, and professional individual with a passion for service excellence, we would love to hear from you.

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