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Residential Support Worker – Bedfont Lane Children’s Home x 10 Employment: 9 x permanent and 1 x part-time Hours: 36 hours per week and 1 x part-time at 18 hours per week DBS: Enhanced DBS required About us at Hounslow We’d love you to join us at the London Borough of Hounslow! Our people are deeply committed to providing excellent services to our residents, doing all we can to make lives as good as they can be. We are an outstanding council, serving an outstanding borough. With brilliant, visionary leadership, a dynamic Cabinet and a can-do culture, we’ve built strong partnerships which have transformed how we serve one of London’s most diverse boroughs. Hounslow is the world in one place and full of potential. We are stepping up for our residents like never before. About our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion We live by five core values: Lead with Heart, Do New, Pass on the Power, Harness the Mix and Be a Rock. All our work has equality, diversity and inclusion at its very heart, best articulated in “Harness the Mix”. It's about breaking down barriers between our parts and people and unlocking the problem-solving power of our amazing mix of minds. We serve a diverse community, we have a diverse workforce and we are committed to being an inclusive employer. We work hard to create representation across our workforce and leadership community, we have thriving employee network groups and our learning and development programmes help us lead, model and breathe ways of working that eliminate inequality, inequity, injustice and bias. As part of this and under our commitments as a Disability Confident Employer, we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates. There’s space for you to tell us what you need within our application form. Our Benefits If you join us, you’ll have access to a range of employee benefits. Read more about these ___ About The Role Are you ready to take the next step/new leap in your career in residential children's care? Are you looking for a fresh new start? Come join a brand new team where you will be supporting our children and young people, by helping them to build trusted relationships. We want people like you - who will bring empathy, consistency, and resilience to your work - creating positive experiences filled with laughter, fun, and love, while helping our children and young people to develop healthy routines and healthy coping strategies. Through supporting them to engage with fun and meaningful activities including education you will help support the contribution to everyday life within the home. In doing so, you will help them manage their emotions and behaviours, process trauma, and navigate some complex family dynamics. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of something brand new and truly impactful. We’re opening a brand new, purpose-built six-bedroom residential children’s home (Bedfont Lane) in Hounslow early next year, designed to support Looked After Children with complex and challenging behavioural needs. As a Residential Support Worker, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the culture, standards, and success of this home from day one. We’re building a passionate, skilled, and committed team to deliver outstanding care and support to Hounslow’s children and their families. You’ll be at the heart of this mission—leading with compassion, driving excellence, and making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people. This is an opportunity to create a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment where children can thrive. If you’re ready to take on a leadership role in a dynamic new setting and help build something special for the community, we want to hear from you. About The Team You’ll Be Working In The Children’s Safeguarding and Specialist Services team is dedicated to protecting and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and young people. Its core purpose is to provide safe, nurturing, and high-quality care environments that support children’s development, emotional wellbeing, and long-term outcomes. You’ll be joining a newly formed, forward-thinking residential care team that’s committed to delivering high-quality, child-centred care. Led by the Residential Group Manager, the team will include: • Residential Manager, • Deputy Managers, • Senior Residential Support Workers, • Residential Support Workers, • A Chef/Cook, • A Handyperson You’ll also work closely with social workers, education providers, healthcare professionals, and families to ensure holistic support and continuity of care. This team plays a vital role in: • Delivering statutory care and safeguarding responsibilities, • Ensuring compliance with national regulations and Ofsted standards About You You’re someone who brings compassion, resilience, and commitment to everything you do. You understand the challenges faced by children and young people in care, and you’re passionate about helping them feel safe, supported, and empowered to thrive. You may already have experience working in residential childcare or supporting young people with complex needs, or you may be looking to take the next step in your career with a role that truly makes a difference. Either way, you’re ready to be a positive role model, a trusted adult, and a key part of a team that puts children at the heart of everything. You’re confident working in a fast-paced, emotionally demanding environment, and you’re not afraid to step up during a crisis. You’re a natural communicator, able to build strong relationships with young people, families, and professionals. You’re also organised, reliable, and committed to safeguarding and professional standards. You’ll be flexible in your approach, willing to work a rota that includes sleep-ins, weekends, and varied shifts. You’ll be open to learning, reflective in your practice, and eager to grow through training and development. Above all, you believe in the importance of care, connection, and consistency and you want to be part of a team that’s building something special for Hounslow’s children and young people. Don’t meet every single requirement? We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they think they can’t tick every box. At Hounslow, we realise the ‘perfect candidate’ doesn’t exist. So, if you can do most of what we’re looking for, go ahead and apply. You may be just the right candidate for the job or be perfect for one of our other roles! When Interviews Will Be Held And Who To Contact The key information you need about the role should be in the role profile, but if you have any further questions about the role, please contact: Email: ___ Interviews for this role will take place throughout January 2026 as part of a wider recruitment campaign to build a brand new team for the opening of our residential children’s home in Hounslow. We’re recruiting across multiple roles to ensure the home is fully staffed with passionate, skilled professionals ready to make a lasting impact in the lives of children and young people. If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch as soon as possible to arrange an interview time. Please be mindful that multiple roles are being interviewed during this period, so scheduling may take a little longer than usual, but rest assured, we’re working hard to coordinate everything smoothly. Closing date is 19th December 2025. 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We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Children and Families Worker to play a pivotal role in our Domestic Abuse Service in Ealing. Sounds great, what will I be doing? The role focuses on building positive and supportive relationships with women and their children, empowering them to work towards their goals through a strengths-based approach. This includes creating, implementing, and reviewing personalised support plans in collaboration with service users and external agencies, while also advocating on their behalf when needed. Key responsibilities involve assisting mothers with parenting skills, signposting them to appropriate services, and offering targeted support to families facing issues such as domestic abuse. Ensuring the safeguarding of children and maintaining confidentiality at all times are central to the role, alongside working within relevant policies and procedures. Additionally, the position emphasises the importance of children's development and wellbeing by providing educational, recreational, and interactive play opportunities both during term time and holidays. Service users and children are encouraged to actively participate in shaping projects through consultations, feedback, and creative engagement. The role also involves promoting community involvement by networking, fundraising, and collaborating with statutory and voluntary organisations. Ultimately, the work contributes towards the five key outcome areas: being healthy, staying safe, enjoying and achieving, making a positive contribution, and achieving economic wellbeing. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. Here's what the team will be looking for This role is restricted to female applicants under Schedule 9 (1a) of the Equality Act 2010 due to the nature of the work. It requires someone who can bring optimism, resilience, and a non-judgemental, anti-discriminatory approach when supporting women and children. A calm manner, empathy, and compassion are essential, particularly when working with service users who have experienced trauma or domestic abuse. The role demands the ability to engage directly with families in a supportive, constructive way, while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality at all times. In addition, the post holder must be skilled in partnership working with statutory, voluntary, and community agencies to achieve the best possible outcomes for families. Strong problem-solving abilities, accuracy in processing and sharing sensitive information, and a clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities are vital. The role also requires flexibility to travel between service premises and to accompany clients when necessary. Success in this position relies on being able to manage responsibilities effectively within a structured and often pressured environment, while always keeping the wellbeing and empowerment of families at the centre of practice. When will I be working This is a part time role of 19.5 hours per week, you will be working between Monday and Friday and between the hours of 10am and 5.20pm Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. • Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

Housing First Worker (Full-time, Permanent) 37.5 hours per week Mon-Fri Salary: £33,364 A home is the foundation for everything. Join our client’s Housing First team and help people who’ve experienced rough sleeping to secure and keep a safe, permanent place to live. The role In this crucial role, your focus will be on the service delivery of a Housing First model. You will work with staff and management teams to deliver this innovative model of housing society’s most vulnerable people; you will help drive forward a collective vision of inclusion and participation across the organisation. Housing First is a service that provides independent tenancies with registered social landlords via the council nomination process and intensive personalised support to rough sleepers who have not progressed through any supported accommodation pathway. As a Housing First Worker, you’ll: • Build trusting relationships and provide flexible, one-to-one support., • Work in partnership with local agencies to help people stay housed, improve their wellbeing and feel part of the community., • Respond to changing priorities and manage situations as they arise, making sure services reach those who need them most. What our client is looking for You’ll bring experience of supporting people affected by homelessness or other complex challenges, plus the empathy, resilience and practical skills to make a lasting impact. You’ll know how to build rapport, plan support, and work collaboratively with housing and health services. Why join our client You’ll be part of a friendly, skilled charity team dedicated to ending homelessness. They offer comprehensive training, opportunities to progress, and strong wellbeing support, so you can thrive while helping others do the same. Your Benefits • Generous holiday – 26 days plus public holidays, rising by up to 5 extra days with length of service, • Wellbeing & EAP – 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme with free counselling, money and legal advice, • Health support – Occupational health service and free annual eye test (with contribution towards glasses if required), • Cycle to Work – Save on a new bike and accessories through salary sacrifice, • Season ticket loan – Interest-free loan for annual travel passes, • Moving house day – Extra day’s leave when you move home, • Financial security – Life assurance (4× salary) and interest-free emergency staff loan, • Family-friendly policies – Enhanced maternity and adoption pay, plus flexible working options, • Career development – Ongoing training, learning and progression opportunities, • Blue Light Card – Discounts across a wide range of shops, restaurants and services

Craft, Creativity and Community! These are our values, and they go far beyond corporate waffle. In fact, they set the tone for everything we do. We are excited to be recruiting for our casual workforce, across some of our venues exclusive venues! By joining our casual workforce you will get the chance to work across multiple sites on a flexible schedule that suits your needs! Main Responsibilities Based in busy kitchens, your main tasks will be to: • Prepare delicious food to menu specifications, ensuring that Levy standards and procedures are followed., • Ensure all ingredients are available for the entire menu matrix., • Take pride in your business and share agreed standards with your team., • Assist with new team members by giving respectful and encouraging coaching as needed. Skills / Qualifications We are looking for experienced Sous Chef's with exceptional standards of hygiene and cleanliness who inspire those around them to be passionate about food. What's in it for you? Working with us has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits to keep you happy. • Weekly pay, • Flexible working hours, • Casual Worker App, allowing you to select shifts from over 100 workplaces, • eLearning App for all mandatory a skill expansion training or learning, • Personal Development and Training opportunities, • Life assurance scheme, • Pension scheme Apply online now via our short application form (only takes 1 minute!). We will be in touch straight away and if successful you could be working as a Sous Chef in one of our venues within a few days.

Job title: Programme Lead - Leading UK Trust Location: Selsdon Salary: £42,596 Per annum Job type: Full-time / Permanent About us: The Group of Colleges are a leading Further Education group. We are always looking for enthusiastic and inspiring people to join our team. Our recruitment process ensures that all applicants have an equal opportunity to succeed through our commitment to equality and diversity. We believe our greatest asset is our people and we will support your personal development and career progression. As part of our pre-employment checks, successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS, references will be taken and evidence of all qualifications and awards will also be required before commencement of employment. Failure to do so may lead to offers being withdrawn. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK as we do not sponsor work permits, and work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK. The role: The Programme Lead will lead and deliver a 12 week personal development programme for young people aged 16-25. The role involves planning, coordinating, and delivering all aspects of the programme, ensuring compliance with the trust standards, safeguarding, and college policies. The Programme Lead will recruit participants, manage relationships with external partners, and achieve agreed KPIs. Key Accountabilities: • Deliver the Team Programme in line with the official Toolkit and quality standards., • Recruit and support a diverse group of young people, ensuring appropriate referrals and engagement., • Plan and deliver sessions, residential activities, and community projects., • Monitor progress and maintain accurate records for reporting and funding compliance., • Ensure safeguarding, health and safety, and data protection requirements are met., • Manage programme budgets and resources effectively., • Produce end-of-programme reports and implement feedback for continuous improvement., • Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout all activities. The postholder will need to form effective and co-operative working relationships, in particular with: • External partners and referral agencies, • Valuing Equality and Diversity, • Working with People; Team Working, Communication, • Results Focus; Drive to Achieve Excellence, Technical Skills & Professionalism, • Focus on Delivery; Organisational Awareness, Customer/Student Focus, • Self-Motivation; Adaptability & Flexibility, Accountability, • Performance Management The post holder will undertake assigned responsibilities effectively and efficiently, and within regulatory and legislative requirements; achieve individual and departmental targets within the College's annual planning and staff performance review processes and budgetary constraints and: • Actively promote equality and diversity, recognising and actively challenging stereotyping, prejudice and discrimination, ensuring that these principles permeate all working practices. All staff are required to undertake mandatory Equality & Diversity Training., • Adhere to and actively promote the College's Safeguarding policy and procedures, and undertake mandatory Safeguarding Training., • Adhere to and actively promote the College Group's Prevent Agenda, • Adhere to and actively promote the College's Data Protection policy and procedures, and undertake the mandatory Data Protection Training., • Ensure effective quality control and continuous improvement in all aspects of this post, in keeping with the College's existing and developing quality assurance systems., • Be committed to professional self-development, through participation in the College continuing professional development programme which includes industry based work shadowing, attending seminars, College conference days and training events appropriate to the job role., • Comply with and promote College Health and Safety policies and procedures and to undertake mandatory Health and Safety training as and when necessary., • Undertake such other duties as required, commensurate with the grade of the post, as may be reasonably required at the initial place of work or at other locations in the College., • Support cross college events such as Open Evenings and Enrolment sessions when required, • Adhere to all College procedures as detailed in the Employee Handbook, • At all times seek to serve the best interests of the College Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of: Senior Lecturer, University Lecturer, HNC/D Lecturer, College Lecturer, Senior Academic Lecturer, Education Lead, Academic Lead, College Tutor, Tutor, Teacher, College Teacher, Youth Worker will also be considered for this role.

THE CHARITY Suicide is the leading cause of death of men under 35 and three quarters of those who die by suicide are men. James’ Place exists to save the lives of men in suicidal crisis through delivering clinical services. We are a charity currently offering free, life-saving therapy to suicidal men at our centres in Liverpool, London and Newcastle. James’ Place was set up by Clare Milford Haven and Nick Wentworth-Stanley in 2008 after their twenty-one-year-old son, James, died by suicide ten days after a minor operation. James had no history of mental illness or depression and had sought urgent help for anxiety and suicidal thoughts but didn’t find it. James' Place was set up to make the experience of finding help as easy as possible. We offer men who are experiencing a suicidal crisis a brief, intensive, therapeutic intervention in a safe environment. Men who walk through the door at James’ Place will be in a space where they feel valued and respected. We provide a calm and peaceful environment both inside the centres and in our outside spaces, accessible to men who visit us as well as their friends and families. We have so far treated over 4,300 men who might otherwise have been unable to access the support they desperately need. In early 2026 we will be opening our fourth centre in Birmingham. Our new centre in Birmingham will be there to support suicidal men living in the West Midlands. THE OPPORTUNITY We are expanding our team of clinicians to deliver our clinically proven intervention at our James’ Place centre in London. As a Suicide Prevention Therapist, you will be an experienced mental health professional or therapist with demonstrable interest in suicide prevention. You will support men who are experiencing a suicidal crisis and their supporter(s), delivering our unique intervention and co-producing effective safety plans to maintain their safety. Training and support will be provided by the Head of Centre in London and the wider James’ Place team. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical • Conduct initial Welcome Assessments with men in a suicidal crisis, assessing risk and the suitability of the James’ Place intervention and co-producing effective safety plans, • Deliver our therapeutic intervention over 6-8 face-to-face sessions, building trust and exploring the reasons for crisis, • Use the Lay Your Cards on the Table intervention to encourage men to talk about and explore their feelings, attitudes and behaviours and develop positive coping strategies, • Take full clinical responsibility of the men under James’ Place care, as a member of the clinical team and in consultation with Senior Suicide Prevention Therapist and Head of Centre when needed, • Escalate care to appropriate services when necessary, including emergency services and secondary mental health teams, • Deliver one-off guidance sessions to supporters of men under the James’ Place care, • Work collaboratively with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care, • Demonstrate self-awareness and regularly dedicate time and space, inside and outside of work, to keeping yourself well, • Undergo clinical supervision with a qualified supervisor to reflect on clinical work and raise any issues or concerns arising from work, • Remain up to date with developments in law, theories and research, • Engage in peer support sessions, caseload discussions and Reflective Practice with the team, • Contribute to an environment in which confidentiality, privacy and dignity are respected and be clear with clients about limits of confidentiality, • Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards, • Complete session notes in a timely and effective manner, • Participate in continuous professional development and engage in training provided both internally and externally, • Support the local management team to increase contact with local community organisations able to refer to us or offer move on support for men completing our intervention, • Demonstrate commitment to the James’ Place values of Focus, Bravery, Respect, Compassion, Professionalism, Collaboration and Hope through all aspects of work PERSON SPECIFICATION The role requires someone with a relevant qualification who can confidently support men experiencing a suicidal crisis. You will need to be able to effectively conduct risk assessments and deliver our clinically proven therapeutic intervention to ensure client safety. Strong therapeutic communication, the ability to work autonomously and teamwork skills are also essential to this role, as well as the ability to build trust and hope. Essential Qualification(s) Knowledge, Skills and Experience • Demonstrable experience working with adults experiencing acute psychological distress, • Demonstrable knowledge of social and other factors which could lead to suicidal thinking and actions, • Demonstrable knowledge of the factors contributing to male suicide, • Evidence of being able to deliver a therapeutic session and work in a therapeutic environment, • Effective communication skills (both written and verbal), • Good interpersonal skills with the ability to manage difficult situations, • Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate therapeutic interventions, • An ability to collaborate with clients in the development of a person centred, individual intervention plan, • An ability to engage clients in the intervention plan, overcoming barriers to communication, • Ability to conduct effective risk assessments and collaborative safety plans with men who are presenting with high risk of suicide, or be willing and able to learn how to do so, • Ability to identify if the James’ Place service is not adequate to maintain the person’s safety and facilitate rapid transfer to the most appropriate service, • Ability to maintain boundaries within a time-limited intervention, • Ability to work as an effective team member, • Ability to manage and prioritise own workload, using own initiative and confidence in decision making, • Strong time management, • Ability to maintain up to date client records in line with James’ Place standards, • Ability to maintain own personal safety and the safety of others within the centre, • Commitment to clinical supervision, • Ability to engage with James’ Place values, • Ability to promote people’s equality, diversity and rights, • Ability to work collaboratively and demonstrate commitment to co-production, • Ability to be transparent, honest and show discretion when needed, • Commitment to suicide prevention and working with men in a suicidal crisis WE OFFER • A 7% employer contributory pension scheme, • Family friendly policies, • Death in service insurance scheme, • 25 days plus bank holidays leave entitlement (FTE), including enhanced holiday allowance with incremental rises after qualifying period HOW TO APPLY To apply, please follow the application instructions on the full job advert. Closing date: 9am on Thursday 11th December. Our aim is to recruit clinicians who are representative of the communities of men who will access treatment at James' Place London. We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups and those who have experience in delivering therapy within culturally diverse communities, particularly in widely spoken languages within those communities. James’ Place is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community. Our aim is that no job applicant, temporary worker or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender and transgender status, race and ethnicity, religion and belief (including no belief), marriage or civil partnership status or sexual orientation. If you have a disability or health conditions which means you'd benefit from any adjustments to the interview process to help you perform at your best, please do let us know in advance. Any job offers made are subject to the receipt of two relevant satisfactory employment references. We expect this to include one from your most recent or current employer. Any job offers made are also subject to a satisfactory DBS check and a Right to Work in the UK check.