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Job description If you would like to build a career that gives you genuine sense of achievement and fulfilment knowing that you can have a positive impact on children and young people we support, then come work with us. Golden Care Living Children’s home in Ilford are recruiting for Residential Support Workers and Senior Residential Support Workers. We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated, caring, and passionate people to become an integral part of our support team. In this role, you will support our young people and be responsible for providing compassionate care during your time with them making a difference in their lives. The applicant must be at least 21 years old. Our benefits include: In return for your hard work and commitment to the role we offer: • Enhanced disclosure cost coverage, • Competitive salary, • Enrolment onto the Updating Service at the cost of the employer, • Comprehensive induction and commitment to ongoing training expense met by the employer., • Pension Scheme, • 28 days holiday (excluding Bank Holidays) We are immensely proud of the career pathway and training we can offer you. If you can demonstrate the values needed for a role within residential childcare, we will give you all the training and support you need. About you: • Ability to work some nights., • You must have a DBS issued in the last 3 months or be willing to have one with the online update service. (Essential), • Have an NVQ Level 3 or be working towards it. (Or willingness and ability to work towards one) A Residential Children’s Support Worker role will involve: Supporting children aged 8-17 in full-time residential care during the nights and day shift. To be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety, security, and confidentiality, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person. Setting boundaries for children and young people that may display challenging or emotional behaviour, whilst developing a relationship built on mutual trust. Residential Support Workers play a key role in contributing to the physical, social, and emotional well-being, to provide a safe and nurturing atmosphere. To use behaviour management strategies effectively and in line with the home's policy and procedures, which contribute to a purposeful environment. Person Specification (Essential) Evidence of successfully working with young people Awareness of safeguarding young people Risk assessments/Care Plans/Daily Logging/Use of IT Working as part of a team Empower and encourage young people to develop their life skills and independence skills, adhering to any independence programmes in place. (Preparing meals, travel training, domestic duties) Ability to deal with challenging or aggressive behaviour. High degree of resilience Empathy, patience and understanding for those who are vulnerable. Good communication skills Ensure the young people's paperwork is completed fully and includes all relevant information for that young person including their engagement, mood, conversations, thoughts, and feelings. Ensure that all records completed are accurate and reflective. Good listening skills

To provide advice, assistance and support to young people. To attend to their practical, physical and emotional needs. To act as an appropriate role model and to work closely with them to enable them to address their difficulties and achieve their optimum potential. Key Responsibilities 1. To work in a small team to support and implement the development of the children’s home., 2. To enhance and effect change to the good of all children with whom they work by acquiring the necessary skills through their own training and development., 4. To ensure that the young people’s needs are recognised and met. This includes ensuring that they are free from discrimination with the home and to challenge discrimination from outside the home., 5. To protect the young people from harm in and outside the home, 6. To assist the management in the home in compliance with Ofsted, legislation and the ethos and policies of the company., 7. To exercise responsible control over the children to ensure their safety and wellbeing and assist them in developing acceptable standards of personal hygiene and behaviour. This also applies to encouraging children to abide by house rules and principles., 8. To participate in the development implementation and monitoring of the individual young people’s care plans., 9. In accordance with plans for the day, to organise and supervise recreational and leisure activities both in and out of the home to provide the children with an interesting and stimulating life. This includes being prepared to spend time away from the home, on holiday and at camps etc., 10. To ensure positive participation in the company’s internal training scheme., 11. To be familiar with and follow the Local Authority Child Protection Procedures and Bull Care Services team’s Safer Caring and Child Protection Procedures’. All Information coming to the knowledge of staff must in the first instance be reported immediately to the Registered Manager, Deputy Manager or Senior Residential Worker., 12. To develop and maintain good working relationships with parents, social workers, schools and other professionals concerned with the welfare of the young people., 13. To use the home as a model to support and develop the social skills of the young people being looked after., 14. To ensure that the home meets the needs of the individual young people and the needs of the group., 15. To maintain a good understanding of child protection and safeguarding procedures, 16. To care for children when they are ill and, where necessary, administer medicines, drugs and treatment under the guidance of the child’s medical practitioner., 17. To perform household duties as required. This includes cooking and general cleaning, sorting laundry, checking children’s bedrooms and encouraging them to keep their rooms tidy. Pay: £33,000.00-£35,000.00 per year Full Time and Part Time 12hr, 24hr shifts and 5pm-11pm plus sleep available Experience with social care and children is required

Role Overview: We’re seeking experienced Residential Support Workers to join our full-time team. You’ll provide high-quality care, support daily activities, and help young people thrive. This role involves 40 hours per week on a rota basis (including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins), with a focus on safeguarding and personalised care plans. Key Responsibilities: Provide emotional and practical support to children, building trusting relationships and promoting positive behaviour. Assist with daily routines, including meals, education, activities, and preparing for independence. Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and team meetings to ensure individualised support. Safeguard residents, following child protection policies and working with external professionals (e.g., social workers). Maintain accurate records and participate in handovers for seamless care. Encourage hobbies, outings, and skill-building to foster growth and well-being. Requirements: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent qualification) essential. At least 1 year of experience in children’s residential care or similar support roles. Availability for full-time work (40 hours/week, shift-based). Strong communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills. Enhanced DBS check (we’ll facilitate if needed). Age 21+ and right to work in the UK. Desirable: Driving license and knowledge of Ofsted standards. What We Offer: Competitive salary and overtime opportunities. Comprehensive training and career progression (e.g., to senior roles). Pension scheme, paid holidays, and employee assistance program. Supportive team environment with regular supervision. Meaningful work in a rewarding sector helps shape brighter futures. If you’re passionate about children’s care and meet our requirements, apply now. We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Job, Holiday Camp Activity Leader – Barncroft School, Waltham Forest We are running a holiday camp for primary school children (ages 5–11) and are looking for enthusiastic, caring, and proactive staff to join our team. Role: • Lead and run fun, engaging activities for children aged 5–11., • Be energetic, enthusiastic, and supportive, helping all children to feel included., • Maintain professional practice and clear boundaries with children, parents, and staff., • Be proactive in encouraging participation and creating a positive atmosphere. Hours & Pay: • Children’s day: 9:00–3:00, • Staff arrival: 8:45 (daily briefing before children arrive), • Pay: £14 per hour, • There will be an online meeting before the camp to meet the team and go through the plan. Requirements: • Valid DBS check (must be provided before starting)., • Experience working with children is desirable., • Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team. Good practice expectations when working with children (5–11 years): • Create a welcoming, safe, and supportive environment., • Actively engage with children in activities, adapting to different needs and abilities., • Encourage teamwork, sharing, and positive behaviour., • Use clear, positive communication and listen to children’s ideas., • Model respect, patience, and fairness at all times., • Follow safeguarding procedures and maintain appropriate boundaries. 📍 Location: Barncroft School, Waltham Forest

Residential Support Worker Role To support the learning, emotional and social needs of children/young people within the residential home. Residential Support Worker will be required to participate in recording, monitoring and evaluating individual child strategies/support. Duties This job description describes in general the normal duties which the post-holder will be expected to undertake. However, the job or duties described may vary or be amended from time to time without changing the level of responsibility associated with the post. Hours of Work Day Shift 8am to 8.30pm / Night Shift 8pm to 8.30am Responsibilities: 1. Assist in the educational, social, emotional and behavioural development of children/young people under the direction and guidance of Management and support., 2. To assist management to develop the house and its environment ensuring that the highest standards of care prevail for each individual child/young person, within the guidelines of the stated model of care., 3. Assist in the implementation of Personal Education Programmes for children/young people and help monitor their progress., 4. Assist in the implementation of Individual Care Plans for children/young people and help monitor their progress., 5. To provide and support the provision of primary care for each child/young person and help them develop healthy attachments., 6. While on rota in the house, under supervision of the house management, be responsible for the care of children/young people as delegated by the senior staff., 7. To participate in sleeping in duties as required., 8. To maintain and promote good relationships with other professionals, team members and management, other sections within Caridon, parents, other agencies and professionals., 9. Support, monitor and evaluate the children/young people’s emotional and behavioural difficulties and help develop their social skills., 10. To ensure that Health and Safety of the children/young people and the home is monitored in accordance with the relevant legal requirements and good practice., 11. To participate in staff training, which is mandatory training, and all other mandatory training., 12. To be available whilst on duty to participate in on going supervision with a member of the Management Team and through this supervision develop an understanding of the behaviour of the children/young people., 13. To develop specific pieces of work with children/young people as directed and supervised by the Registered Manager/Deputy Manager., 14. To ensure high standards of communication involving checking and completing daily records, message book, diary and any other documentation in accordance with our developing best practice., 15. To contribute to the children/young people’s development through a variety of means including play, excursions, and other social opportunities in an individual and group setting both inside the home and outside appropriate to children/young people’s needs. Standards and Quality Assurance:- 1. Support the aims and ethos of Caridon as outlined in the Statement of Purpose., 2. Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance., 3. Attend all staff meetings., 4. Undertake professional duties that may be reasonably assigned by the Management., 5. Undertake other reasonable duties from time to time as required. Health & Safety: 1.To maintain an awareness and observation of Fire and Health & Safety Regulations. Equal Opportunities: 1. To contribute to the development, establishment and implementation of clear Equal Opportunities objectives for the service which promote equality for all children/young people and members of staff and formulate equality targets and performance measures for both employment and service delivery., 2. To promote a positive approach to all potential and current children/young people and ensure that services under the posts control reflect this approach. Qualifications: 1. Hold the Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce, or be prepared to work towards following a successful six month probation.

Job Description: Location: Catford and Woolwich Employment Type: Part-time- 18-20 hours (Monday-Friday) Salary: £24,476.09 (Pro-rota: Term time) Location: Catford, SE6 | Woolwich, SE18 Responsible to: Head of School We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Functional Skills Tutor to join our team. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment in Functional Skills English, Maths, and ICT (up to Level 2) to a diverse range of learners. Your goal will be to help learners achieve their qualifications and progress in their careers or further education. Key Responsibilities: • Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons tailored to individual learner needs, using a variety of teaching methods and resources., • Provide individual and group instruction in Functional Skills English, Maths, and ICT., • Develop and adapt lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles and abilities., • Conduct initial assessments and diagnostic testing to establish learners' starting points., • Set clear and achievable learning objectives and monitor learner progress through regular assessments., • Provide constructive feedback and guidance to support learner development., • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of learner attendance, progress, and achievement., • Collaborate with other teaching staff and support teams to ensure effective delivery of the curriculum., • Support learners in developing essential employability and life skills., • Deliver tailored learning sessions for learners with additional needs., • Promote a positive learning environment that encourages participation and progress., • Ensure compliance with all quality standards and safeguarding procedures., • Requirements:, • Relevant teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, Cert Ed, Level 3 Award in Education and Training)., • Functional Skills qualification or subject-specific degree in English, Maths, or ICT., • Experience in teaching Functional Skills or a similar subject., • Strong understanding of assessment and quality assurance procedures., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Ability to motivate and inspire learners to achieve their goals., • Proficient in using educational technology and online learning platforms., • Commitment to continuous professional development., • We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals., • Commitment to Safeguarding, • Y.O.U.R Beauty School CIC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. We also offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

Avance Care Services provides supported accommodation services which enable young people in care to transition and develop independent living skills to prepare for independent living and adulthood. We work directly with young people and professionals, providing a holistic approach in order to deliver positive outcomes for all young people placed with us. We are looking for an experienced youth support mentor who is experienced in working with young people with challenging behaviour, trauma and cares about being a positive support to young people in care. You will be: • based in our shared homes across London and Essex, • working 12 hour shifts, • self employed, • Responsibilities:, • Develop and implement educational programs and activities for youth, • Deliver key worker sessions and workshops, • Collaborate with other professionals to meet the needs of the young person, • Mentor and provide guidance to youth in personal and social development, • Create a safe and inclusive environment for all young people, • Monitor and supervise youth in the home, • Improving and enhancing young peoples lives, • Skills:, • Experience working with children, particularly those with challenging background, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Patience, empathy, and the ability to build rapport with youth, • Non judgemental approach, • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks, • Ability to work effectively in a team, • Ability to use their initiative, • This position offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on young individuals. Do you have a passion for education, experience working with young people, and possess the necessary skills? Yes? Then we encourage you to apply!, • Qualifications, • Experience working or mentoring young people (16-18 years old)., • Good IT and documentation skills, • Strong communication skills to effectively engage with young individuals, • Knowledge of neurodivergence, • Good knowledge of Ofsted legislation for Supported Accommodation, • Organisational skills to manage multiple tasks and activities effectively, • Knowledge of safeguarding and care services

Independent Social Worker (ISW) – German Speaking We are seeking a German-speaking Independent Social Worker (ISW) to support with child contact sessions in London. Requirements: Fluent in German (spoken and written) Available for face-to-face contact in London on Tuesdays and Sundays Available for 1-hour video contact on Thursdays Experience working with children and families preferred Details: Pricing to be discussed Regular ongoing role Immediate start If you are interested, please get in touch for further details.