105 Best day care assistant Jobs in Dagenham (October 2025)

ABA Support Workers / Carers for Autistic Adult – Full-Time (2:1 Care) Location: East London – Newham Start Date: Immediate Hours: Full-time, rota-based (day shifts varying lengths between 9am-9pm) Pay: Competitive hourly rate (on self employed basis) About the Role: We are urgently looking for reliable and compassionate ABA-trained carers/support workers to join the dedicated care team supporting Zak, a 23-year-old autistic woman living in Newham with her family. Zak is bright, sensitive, and happiest in a calm, structured, and respectful environment. The role focuses on using Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) and positive behaviour support to help her learn, stay engaged, and enjoy daily life. You will work as part of a 2:1 team at home and 3:1 when out for walks, supporting her round the clock, including personal hygiene and domestic chores in relation to caring for Zak. Requirements: • Experience with autism or learning disabilities (ABA experience essential)., • Kind, patient, and reliable with a calm presence., • Able to work in a structured team environment., • She struggles to tolerate extensive piercings, body tattoos etc, • Must have the right to work in the UK and pass a DBS check., • Available to start immediately

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Diverse Talent Partners Ltd

Job Title: Deputy Manager Mothers & Babies Unit (16 - 21) Location: Hainault, Essex Salary: Up to £35,000 per year Hours: Full-time About Us: My client is a supportive and dynamic residential unit providing self-independent living for young mothers and their babies. Currently, they care for 5 mothers, with the capacity to accommodate up to 7. Our mission is to empower young mothers to develop essential life skills, provide nurturing care for their babies, and build a strong foundation for their future. The Role: We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Deputy Manager to join our team. You will play a key role in supporting the Manager in delivering high-quality care and support to mothers and babies, ensuring compliance with safeguarding and regulatory standards, and promoting positive outcomes. Key Responsibilities: • Assist the Manager in the day-to-day operations of the unit., • Support and supervise staff, promoting professional development., • Work collaboratively with external agencies and stakeholders., • Contribute to regulatory inspections and reports. Person Specification: • Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)., • Experience working within children and young adult care services, ideally in residential or supported living settings., • Strong leadership and team management skills., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults. We Offer: • Competitive salary of up to £35,000 per year., • A supportive, family-like team environment., • Opportunities for professional growth and development., • The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young mothers and their babies. How to Apply: Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role

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Bull Care Services Ltd

Residential Support Worker

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

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Private Physiotherapy Ltd

Job Title Practice Manager Report to Clinical Director Accountable to Clinical Director Job Description: About Private Physiotherapy ltd Private Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation Clinic, based in East London (Ilford/Stratford area), specializes in delivering evidence-based, personalized physiotherapy services for patients of all ages—from young children to older adults. Their expert team supports a wide range of needs, including developmental, neurological, musculoskeletal conditions, sports injuries, and post-surgical recovery. Job summary Practice Manager 37.5 Hours per Week, Full time, Permanent Location: City Gate House, 246-250 Romford Rd, London E7 9HZ Main duties Business Development & Client Acquisition: · Identify and engage with potential new clients to secure new contracts, including private clients, solicitors, Case managers, care homes, schools, and corporate partners. · Prepare and present proposals to potential clients, outlining services and value proposition. · Conduct regular follow-ups with potential clients to nurture relationships and move contracts forward. Clinic-based duties Oversee the day-to-day operations of the clinic and the logistics of our off-site services. Manage clinic schedules, appointments, and patient flow to optimize physiotherapist availability for both in-clinic and off-site visits. Maintain and update all operational policies and procedures, ensuring the compliance. Manage and procure clinic supplies, equipment, and consumables, ensuring adequate stock levels are maintained for both the clinic and mobile services. Implement and maintain all health and safety protocols, ensuring a safe environment for both staff and patients. Patient & Client Management: · Act as the primary point of contact for all patient and client queries, providing a professional and empathetic service. · Manage relationships with key partners, including solicitors, medical provider agents, and care homes, ensuring timely communication and efficient case management for all services. · Handle new patient registrations, booking appointments, and managing a patient waitlist, specifically coordinating home visits, school visits, and care home visits with the relevant parties. · Communicate effectively with a diverse range of clients. Financial & Administrative: · Maintaining financial records, to include Profit and Loss, KPIs, expenses and revenue and budget planning · Manage all billing and invoicing, ensuring timely payment from patients and third-party providers for all services, including travel fees for off-site visits. · Process and track all financial transactions, including payments from walk-in patients and contracted services. · Reconcile daily financial reports and prepare weekly/monthly summaries for the clinic owner. Staff Management: · Assist with the recruitment, onboarding, and training of new administrative staff. · Experience of managing a team including knowledge of HR processes and compliance · Manage a small team of administrative and support staff, ensuring they are motivated and productive. · Conduct regular team meetings to ensure clear communication and to address any operational issues, including challenges related to off-site services. Job Revision and Service Review You will be expected to participate in regular reviews of your role and responsibilities to ensure they remain effective and aligned with the needs of the clinic. This includes contributing to the evaluation of services by providing feedback on processes, client care, and operational efficiency. You will also support improvements in clinic services by identifying areas for development and suggesting practical solutions, and actively engage in discussions on service quality, outcomes, and best practices to help enhance the overall patient experience. Job description reviewed by Mohammed Alauddin Date: 15/09/2025

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