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We are looking for a caring, reliable and compassionate Care Assistant to join our residential care team. The successful candidate will support residents with their daily needs while promoting dignity, independence, choice and wellbeing. You will work as part of a supportive team to provide safe, person-centred care to adults who may have mental health needs, mild learning disabilities or require rehabilitation and daily living support. Main responsibilities include: • Supporting residents with personal care, including washing, dressing, toileting and continence care, • Assisting with mobility, transfers and the safe use of equipment, • Supporting residents with meals, drinks and nutrition, • Administering or supporting with medication, where trained and authorised, • Following individual care plans, risk assessments and support plans, • Encouraging residents to maintain independence and participate in activities, • Providing emotional support and companionship, • Monitoring residents’ wellbeing and reporting any concerns or changes, • Completing accurate daily records and care documentation, • Maintaining a clean, safe and comfortable environment, • Following safeguarding, infection control, health and safety, confidentiality and professional-boundary procedures, • Working closely with colleagues, managers, families and healthcare professionals, • Supporting day, night, weekend and bank-holiday shifts according to the rota and needs of the service The ideal candidate will: • Be kind, patient, respectful and dependable, • Have good communication and teamwork skills, • Be able to follow instructions, policies and care plans, • Be willing to work flexibly, including weekends, nights and bank holidays where required, • Understand the importance of dignity, privacy, equality and safeguarding, • Be able to remain calm and professional in challenging situations, • Have the right to work in the UK, • Be willing to complete an enhanced DBS check and required training Previous care experience is preferred but not essential, as training and support may be provided to suitable candidates. Care Certificate, NVQ/QCF Level 2 or Level 3 in Health and Social Care, medication training and previous experience supporting adults with mental health needs or learning disabilities would be an advantage. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who wants to make a positive difference in the lives of the people we support.

Description We are looking for a serious, reliable and experienced person to support a 19-year-old young woman in a private family setting. This is a responsible care role and requires maturity, patience, emotional awareness and confidence working in a home care environment. What you’ll do: • Support with daily routines and personal care, • Provide emotional support and companionship, • Join walks, outings and activities, • Support PEG-related routines (training can be provided if needed), • Help maintain a calm, safe and positive environment, • Build trust and consistency in daily support Who we’re looking for: • Previous experience in care/support work is essential, • Fluent English required, • Reliable, emotionally mature and professional, • Comfortable supporting a young adult in a private family home, • Strong communication and understanding of responsibility, • Weekend availability preferred, • Right to work in the UK Important: This is a serious and responsible position. Please apply only if you have experience or a clear understanding of care/support work. If you have no experience or are not confident in this type of role, please do not apply. What we offer: • Flexible hours, • Fair pay based on experience, • Long-term opportunity with a respectful private family, • Supportive and positive environment If you are caring, dependable and experienced — we would love to hear from you. Females only please.

Room Leader Job Description To lead the day-to-day running of the nursery room, ensuring children receive outstanding care, learning, and development opportunities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). The Room Leader is responsible for maintaining a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment, leading the room team, and ensuring high standards of practice are consistently achieved. Key Responsibilities Leadership and Room Management · Lead the day-to-day management and organisation of the nursery room.· Supervise, support, and motivate practitioners within the room.· Plan staff deployment to ensure children's needs and statutory ratios are met.· Monitor the quality of practice within the room and provide guidance and support to staff.· Ensure room routines operate smoothly and effectively.· Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation, presentation, and resources.· Support the induction, mentoring, and development of new staff, students, and apprentices.· Communicate effectively with management regarding room performance, staffing, and children's needs. Childcare and Learning · Deliver high-quality care and education in accordance with the EYFS and Birth to Five Matters.· Lead curriculum planning and provide engaging, stimulating learning opportunities.· Monitor children's progress and ensure observations, assessments, and learning records are accurate, meaningful, and completed on time.· Support children's individual learning, development, wellbeing, and next steps.· Ensure inclusive practice that meets the needs of all children, including those with additional needs.· Promote positive behaviour, independence, and emotional wellbeing. Safeguarding and Welfare · Safeguard and promote the welfare of all children at all times.· Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed and concerns are reported promptly.· Maintain effective supervision and ensure statutory staff-to-child ratios are met.· Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures, risk assessments, and welfare requirements.· Oversee the accurate completion of accident, incident, medication, and care records.· Promote children's health, hygiene, and wellbeing throughout the day. Parent Partnerships · Build and maintain positive, professional relationships with parents and carers.· Share information regarding children's learning, development, and wellbeing.· Lead parent meetings, progress reviews, and support transition arrangements.· Work collaboratively with families and external professionals where appropriate. Professional Responsibilities · Ensure full compliance with nursery policies, procedures, and statutory requirements.· Maintain accurate room records and documentation.· Attend and contribute to staff meetings, supervision sessions, and training.· Support the continuous improvement of the nursery through reflective practice.· Maintain confidentiality and professional standards at all times.· Undertake any other reasonable duties requested by management. Person Specification Essential · Level 3 Early Years Childcare qualification.· Minimum 1 years' experience working with children aged 0–5 years.· Previous experience leading or supervising an Early Years team.· Strong knowledge of the EYFS, Birth to Five Matters, safeguarding, and child development.· Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills.· Ability to lead by example and motivate others.· Good understanding of health and safety and statutory welfare requirements.· Ability to work independently, prioritise workloads, and make informed decisions.· Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.