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  • Support Worker for disabled teenager
    Support Worker for disabled teenager
    6 days ago
    £16–£17 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Overview We are hiring for a Waking night and day shift support worker / carer to join the lovely team around a 19 year young man who has epilepsy and PMLD, is non verbal and has additional health needs. He lives at home with his family and dog. We will need someone to take on both daytime hours as well as cover regular 2 waking night shifts per week. This is full time position (40 hours or more per week) for someone who has a strong interest in working with disabled and autistic people. You would ideally need some experience but the correct applicant we are also happy to train. This has to be your only job - as we will need some flexibility - to occasionally take on extra shifts. The payrate is £16 during training this increases to £17 per hour. This works out at £34,000 gross per year at 40 hours per week. 6 months probation We would prefer someone to work with a UTR number on a self-employed basis but if you needed or preferred a PAYE then this could be provided through an agency. Please let us know in your own words why you are interested or what experience you have - this helps us to understand if we can work together. We would expect the new support worker also to take on occasional extra shifts when colleagues are away. The night supports are strictly waking nights as they are to make sure the young person is well and does not have seizures. Availability needed also for bank holidays (paid at double rate). Importantly we need to find someone who can also support during some of the Christmas period and Easter. Ideally you live in North London or can easily commute. You would often work together with other team members to engage the young person in every day activities and to take him out into the community. But you would also need to often take on sole charge after training. Nights are sole charge after training. This is quite an active position - you would need to be quite fit and strong and ideally not be too petite either as you would be working with a still growing teenager with a movement disorder. Day shifts are mainly 8 hours long and waking night shifts are 13 hours (20.00 - 09.00). About the young person He is a very friendly and active profoundly autistic young man / teenager who is non verbal. He can walk short distances but only with a lot of support, otherwise he is in a wheelchair. He likes to go to the park, shopping, cafe and sometimes some planned activities all with a lot of support. He likes the swimming pool and special needs bike rides. His communication is mainly through pictures of reference and is taught with ABA principles. We will train you in behaviour therapy (ABA) and would expect you to follow our training. There are regular team meetings and you would attend those meetings. He sometimes is also tired and unwell after a seizure or other illness and will then just need care and nurturing and patience. Sometimes he has to be in hospital and a member of his team would be there with him. As he has a movement disorder he needs a lot of physical support. He lives with his family and also a dog. About you You would need to be able to appreciate a person who has profound autism and treat him with dignity and kindness. You would be someone who has interest in special needs, psychology and perhaps nursing. You would perhaps have studied a related field or are planning to study a related field. This position is very different from working in a care home. You would be assisting him with everyday skills and activities as well as feeding, bathing and toileting. If you have experience with intermittent catheterisation, Peristeen system as well as PEG feeding then that is an advantage but we can easily also train those skills too. (Please research all terms you are unsure about before you apply). When working a waking overnight shift you will need to make sure that he is safe and alert parents in case of a seizure. Before and after a waking night you need to be able to rest. During a day shift you would need to engage the young person both at home and in the community. This position also involves keeping his environment generally tidy and clean and help with his laundry. You should be responsible, cheerful, honest and very reliable, physically strong and healthy as he needs a lot of support. You will be trained by members of the team and the education consultant and be taught the principles of ABA - a behaviour therapy. You would need to be flexible and sometime cover for other people in the team if they are away on holidays or ill. You should • Be able to commit for minimum a year., • Invoice at the end of every month, • Able to work legally in the UK, • Only non smokers and non vapers apply., • Only people who are dog friendly apply., • Be able to speak English, • Be strong and fit, • Be able to swim and be in the water with the young person, • Be able to ride a bike, • Be based in London - ideally north London., • Apply with a cover letter (that explains your interest in this particular position and let us know your experience),, • send a recent CV with dates of education and work experience,, • lateron we need your enhanced DBS and relevant references Please be aware that we can not offer sponsorship. We are based in Islington. Please reply explaining why you are interested in this particular position. We look forward to hearing from you.

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  • General Practitioner
    General Practitioner
    13 days ago
    Full-time
    Dartford

    CRAYFORD TOWN SURGERY SALARIED GP REQUIRED JOB TITLE: 2 x SALARIED GP REPORTS TO: PARTNERS /PRACTICE MANAGER HOURS/SESSIONS: 37.5hrs per week / 6/8 sessions per week SALARY: To be discussed Job Summary: The salaried GP will be responsible for delivering the full range of primary care services as part of the practice ensuring the highest standards of care for the differing needs of our patient population. The salaried GP will work closely with the practice’s multi-disciplinary team of other GPs, nurses and non-clinical staff to provide a high quality and accessible service to patients · 6/8 x sessions per week · 1 x Duty day out of 5 · To include 1 hours of extended hours out of contractual core open hours · In accordance with the practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork, referrals and correspondence in a timely manner. · Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation. · Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems. · Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness. · In consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols, developing care plans for health. · Providing counselling and health education. · Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate. · Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards. · Collecting data for audit purposes. · Experience in Long Term Health Conditions · Experience in Elderly patients Health conditions · Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoiding hand-written prescriptions whenever possible. EPS is now implemented at the Practice) · Prescribing in accordance with the practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate which will include a DUTY day. · In general, the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care. · Complete care plans required for local enhanced services TRAINING AND EDUCATION · Prepare for and complete the annual external appraisal process. · Prepare for and complete the revalidation process. · Undertake training that meets personal, mandatory and practice learning needs including recording of learning, reflection, complaints, information governance etc. · Participate in and contribute to learning activities such as significant event reviews, clinical audit, protected learning time, video analysis of consultations. · Contribute to delivering teaching for doctors in training in the practice and other health professionals in training Other responsibilities with the Practice: · Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety. · A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice. · Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation. · Contributing to the development of computer-based patient records. · Contributing to the summarising of patient records and accurate Read-Coding of patient data. · Attending training and events organised by the practice or other agencies, where appropriate. Confidentiality: · In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately. · In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential. · Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data. Health & safety: The post-holder will implement and lead on a full range of promotion and management of their own and others’ health and safety and infection control as defined in the practice health & safety policy, the practice health & safety manual, and the practice infection control policy and published procedures. This will include (but will not be limited to): · Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines · Awareness of national standards of infection control and cleanliness and regulatory / contractual / professional requirements, and good practice guidelines · Providing advice on the correct and safe management of the specimen’s process, including collection, labelling, handling, use of correct and clean containers, storage and transport arrangements March 2017 · Correct personal use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ensuring correct use of PPE by others, advising on appropriate circumstances for use by clinicians, staff and patients. · Management of the full range of infection control procedures in both routine and extraordinary circumstances (e.g. pandemic or individual infectious circumstances) · Hand hygiene standards for self and others · Managing directly all incidents of accidental exposure · Management and advice relating to infection control and clinically based patient care protocols, and implementation of those protocols across the practice · Active observation of current working practices across the practice in relation to infection control, cleanliness and related activities, ensuring that procedures are followed and weaknesses/training needs are identified, escalating issues as appropriate to the responsible person · Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks across clinical and patient process · Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills, and initiate and manage the training of others across the full range of infection control and patient processes · Monitoring practice facilities and equipment in relation to infection control, ensuring that proper use is made of hand-cleansing facilities, wipes etc., and that these are sufficient to ensure a good clinical working environment. Lack of facilities to be escalated as appropriate to the responsible manager · Safe management of sharps use storage and disposal · Maintenance of own clean working environment · Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy, clean and sterile and safe way, free from hazards. Initiation of remedial / corrective action where needed or escalation to responsible management · Actively identifying, reporting, and correcting health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised · Keeping own work areas and general/patient areas generally clean, sterile, identifying issues and hazards/risks in relation to other work areas within the business, and assuming responsibility in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness across the business in consultation (where appropriate) with responsible managers · Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum twice annually) · Correct waste and instrument management, including handling, segregation, and container use · Maintenance of sterile environments · Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Equality and Diversity: The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include: · Acting in a way that recognises the importance of people’s rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation · Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues · Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights Personal/Professional Development: · The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include: · Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development · Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work Quality: · The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will: · Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk · Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision · Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the team’s performance · Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients’ needs · Effectively manage own time, workload and resource Communication: · The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to: · Communicate effectively with other team members · Communicate effectively with patients and carers · Recognise people’s needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly Contribution to the Implementation of Services: · The post-holder will: · Apply practice policies, standards and guidance · Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work · Participate in audit where appropriate

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  • Care Worker / Support Worker - Croydon area - Driving essential
    Care Worker / Support Worker - Croydon area - Driving essential
    18 days ago
    £12.8–£14 hourly
    Part-time
    Croydon

    Location: Croydon and surrounding areas Employment Type: (Full-time & Part-time) Join Our Caring Team Sunbird Care Ltd is looking for a caring, reliable and motivated Care Worker / Support Worker to join our team and provide high-quality, person-centred care to our Service Users. We are particularly interested in candidates who drive and live in or close to Croydon, as the role involves travelling to support Service Users in their homes and within the community. About the Role As a Care Worker / Support Worker, you will provide compassionate support that promotes the dignity, independence, privacy, choice and wellbeing of Service Users. Your responsibilities will include: • Providing personal care and support to Service Users with a range of needs, illnesses and disabilities., • Supporting with washing, bathing, dressing and toileting., • Assisting Service Users with mobility and physical disabilities., • Using manual handling equipment safely and correctly., • Following good infection prevention and control practices., • Supporting Service Users with their care and support plans., • Assisting with medication where required and within the agreed level of support., • Preparing food and drinks according to individual preferences, nutritional needs and cultural requirements., • Providing companionship and emotional support., • Supporting Service Users to maintain contact with family and friends., • Accompanying Service Users on trips and activities in the community., • Maintaining accurate care and medication records., • Reporting concerns regarding the health, wellbeing, behaviour or safety of Service Users., • Maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding Service Users from abuse., • Following health and safety procedures, Sunbird Care policies and relevant care standards., • Attending training and team meetings and being committed to continuous learning. The full job description highlights the importance of person-centred care, dignity and independence, as well as safe manual handling, accurate record keeping, safeguarding and ongoing training. About You We are looking for someone who: • Has a full driving licence and access to a vehicle., • Lives in Croydon or within a reasonable travelling distance., • Has previous experience working in healthcare, social care or a similar care environment., • Has experience in personal care., • Has knowledge or experience of manual handling and moving & handling., • Understands the importance of infection control and good hygiene practices., • Is compassionate, respectful, patient and reliable., • Can work independently while also being a supportive team member., • Is committed to protecting the dignity, privacy, choice and independence of Service Users., • Has good communication and record-keeping skills., • Is willing to learn, develop and undertake regular training as part of their role. Why Join Sunbird Care? We value people who genuinely want to make a positive difference in the lives of others. You will receive support and training to help you develop your skills and confidence in the role. The job description specifically requires Care Workers to attend both in-house and external training and to participate in team meetings. Hourly Rate: £13.00 – £14.50 If you are an experienced, caring and dependable individual who wants to develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you. To apply: Please send your CV and a brief covering message explaining your care experience and availability.

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  • Domiciliary Care Assistant
    Domiciliary Care Assistant
    21 days ago
    £12–£12.85 hourly
    Part-time
    Hornchurch

    We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Domiciliary Care Worker to provide high-quality, personalized home care services to individuals in their own homes. This vital role involves supporting clients with daily living activities, promoting independence, and ensuring their safety and well-being. As a Domiciliary Care Worker, you will be the primary point of contact for clients, delivering care with kindness, professionalism, and enthusiasm. Your efforts will directly enhance the quality of life for those you serve, fostering a sense of comfort and security in their familiar environment. Responsibilities • Assist clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility to promote independence and dignity., • Administer medication accurately according to care plans and document all care provided diligently., • Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs and preferences., • Support clients with light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe living environment., • Provide emotional support and companionship, engaging clients in meaningful conversations and activities., • Drive clients to appointments, social outings, or errands safely while adhering to all traffic laws., • Monitor and report any changes in health or behavior to relevant healthcare professionals promptly. Requirements • Proven experience in assisted living, home care, or nursing home environments is highly desirable., • Knowledge of patient care techniques including dementia care, Alzheimer’s care, hospice care, and senior care practices., • Ability to perform heavy lifting when necessary and handle physical tasks safely., • Valid driving license with a clean driving record for transportation duties., • Certifications in first aid and medication administration are preferred but not mandatory; training can be provided., • Strong communication skills with an empathetic approach to caregiving., • Ability to manage behavior effectively and handle challenging situations with patience and professionalism. Join our team as a Domiciliary Care Worker and make a meaningful difference every day! We are committed to supporting your growth through ongoing training opportunities and a positive work environment focused on compassion, respect, and excellence in care delivery. All roles are paid positions that value your dedication and expertise in enhancing the lives of others through exceptional home-based support. Work Location: In person

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  • Support Worker
    Support Worker
    22 days ago
    £15–£17 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    We are hiring for a Waking night and day shift support worker / carer to join the lovely team around a 19 year young man who has epilepsy and PMLD, is non verbal and has additional health needs. He lives at home with his family and dog. We will need someone to take on both daytime hours as well as cover regular 2 waking night shifts per week. This is full time position (37.5 hours or more per week) for someone who has a strong interest in working with disabled and autistic people. You would ideally need some experience but the correct applicant we are also happy to train. Please let us know in your own words why you are interested or what experience you have. We need to cover the following waking nights: Sunday and Monday or Thursday and Friday. We would expect the new support worker also to take on occasional extra shifts when colleagues are away. The night supports are strictly waking nights. This is quite an active position - you would need to be really fit and strong and ideally not be too petite either as you would be working with a still growing teenager with a movement disorder. We would prefer someone who can work with a UTR number on a self-employed basis. But if you needed a PAYE because of Visa requirements we can connect you to a care agency who will employ the correct candidate for us. This is not a second job possibility (we would like to find someone who takes on this position as their only job). Training is mostly 2 months of shadowing. Probation is a minimum of 6 months. After probation the rate increases to £17 with a UTR number (PAYE is £15 through the agency). Starting Date: for training Asap. Availability needed also for bank holidays (paid at double rate). Importantly we need to find someone who can also support during some of the Christmas period and Easter. Ideally you live in North London or can easily commute. You would often work together with other team members to engage the young person in every day activities and to take him out into the community. But you would also need to often take on sole charge after training. About the young person He is a very friendly and active autistic young man / teenager. He is non verbal. He can walk short distances but only with a lot of support, otherwise he is in a wheelchair. He likes to go to the park, shopping, cafe and sometimes some planned activities all with a lot of support. He likes the swimming pool and special needs bike rides. His communication is mainly through pictures of reference and is taught with ABA principles. We will train you in behaviour therapy and would expect you to follow our training. There are regular team meetings and you would attend those meetings. He sometimes is also tired and unwell after a seizure or other illness and will then just need care and nurturing and patience. He also sometimes has hospital stays which requires a lot of patience. He needs a lot of physical support. He lives with his family and also a dog. About you You would need to be able to appreciate a person who has profound autism and treat him with dignity and kindness. You would be someone who has interest in special needs, psychology and perhaps nursing. You would perhaps have studied a related field or are planning to study a related field. This position is very different from working in a care home. You would be assisting him with everyday skills and activities as well as feeding, bathing and toileting. If you have experience with intermittent catheterisation, Peresteen as well as PEG feeding then that is an advantage but we can easily also train those skills too. (Please research all terms you are unsure about before you apply). When working a waking overnight shift you will need to make sure that he is safe and alert parents in case of a seizure. Before and after a waking night you need to be able to rest. During the day you need to engage hime both at home and in the community. This position also involves keeping his environment generally tidy and clean and help with his laundry. You should be responsible, cheerful, honest and very reliable, physically strong and healthy as he needs a lot of support. You will be trained by members of the team and the education consultant and be taught the principles of ABA - a behaviour therapy. You would need to be flexible and sometime cover for other people in the team if they are away on holidays or ill. You should Be able to commit for minimum a year. Invoice at the end of every month Able to work legally in the UK Ideally have an enhanced DBS Only non smokers and non vapers apply. Only people who are dog friendly apply. Be able to speak English Be strong and fit Be able to swim and be in the water with the young person Be able to ride a bike Be based in London - ideally north London. Be able to support the young man some days during bank holidays like Christmas and Easter. Apply with a cover letter (that explains your interest in this particular position and let us know your experience), send a recent CV with dates of education and work experience, lateron we need your enhanced DBS and relevant references Please be aware that we can not offer sponsorship. We are based in Islington. Please reply explaining why you are interested (and please read full advertisement before and please write in your own words :). We look forward to hearing from you.

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  • Support worker Carer position (day shifts and waking night shift)
    Support worker Carer position (day shifts and waking night shift)
    25 days ago
    £15–£17 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Overview We are hiring for a Waking night and day shift support worker / carer to join the lovely team around a 19 year young man who has epilepsy and PMLD, is non verbal and has additional health needs. He lives at home with his family and dog. We will need someone to take on both daytime hours as well as cover regular 2 waking night shifts per week. This is full time position (37.5 hours or more per week) for someone who has a strong interest in working with disabled and autistic people. You would ideally need some experience but the correct applicant we are also happy to train. Please let us know in your own words why you are interested or what experience you have. Please be aware that if you do not contact us initially witth a few sentences explaining why you are interested - we can not respond. We need to cover the following waking nights: Sunday and Monday or Thursday and Friday. We would expect the new support worker also to take on occasional extra shifts when colleagues are away. The night supports are strictly waking nights. This is quite an active position - you would need to be really fit and strong and ideally not be too petite either as you would be working with a still growing teenager with a movement disorder. We would prefer someone who can work with a UTR number on a self-employed basis. But if you needed a PAYE because of Visa requirements we can connect you to a care agency who will employ the correct candidate for us. This is not a second job possibility (we would like to find someone who takes on this position as their only job). Training is mostly 2 months of shadowing. Probation is a minimum of 6 months. After probation the rate increases to £17 with a UTR number (PAYE is £15 through the agency). Starting Date: for training Asap. Availability needed also for bank holidays (paid at double rate). Importantly we need to find someone who can also support during some of the Christmas period and Easter. Ideally you live in North London or can easily commute. You would often work together with other team members to engage the young person in every day activities and to take him out into the community. But you would also need to often take on sole charge after training. About the young person He is a very friendly and active autistic young man / teenager. He is non verbal. He can walk short distances but only with a lot of support, otherwise he is in a wheelchair. He likes to go to the park, shopping, cafe and sometimes some planned activities all with a lot of support. He likes the swimming pool and special needs bike rides. His communication is mainly through pictures of reference and is taught with ABA principles. We will train you in behaviour therapy and would expect you to follow our training. There are regular team meetings and you would attend those meetings. He sometimes is also tired and unwell after a seizure or other illness and will then just need care and nurturing and patience. He also sometimes has hospital stays which requires a lot of patience. He needs a lot of physical support. He lives with his family and also a dog. About you You would need to be able to appreciate a person who has profound autism and treat him with dignity and kindness. You would be someone who has interest in special needs, psychology and perhaps nursing. You would perhaps have studied a related field or are planning to study a related field. This position is very different from working in a care home. You would be assisting him with everyday skills and activities as well as feeding, bathing and toileting. If you have experience with intermittent catheterisation, Peresteen as well as PEG feeding then that is an advantage but we can easily also train those skills too. (Please research all terms you are unsure about before you apply). When working a waking overnight shift you will need to make sure that he is safe and alert parents in case of a seizure. Before and after a waking night you need to be able to rest. During the day you need to engage hime both at home and in the community. This position also involves keeping his environment generally tidy and clean and help with his laundry. You should be responsible, cheerful, honest and very reliable, physically strong and healthy as he needs a lot of support. You will be trained by members of the team and the education consultant and be taught the principles of ABA - a behaviour therapy. You would need to be flexible and sometime cover for other people in the team if they are away on holidays or ill. You should • Be able to commit for minimum a year., • Invoice at the end of every month, • Able to work legally in the UK, • Only non smokers and non vapers apply., • Only people who are dog friendly apply., • Be able to speak English, • Be strong and fit, • Be able to swim and be in the water with the young person, • Be able to ride a bike, • Be based in London - ideally north London., • Apply with a cover letter (that explains your interest in this particular position and let us know your experience),, • send a recent CV with dates of education and work experience,, • lateron we need your enhanced DBS and relevant references Please be aware that we can not offer sponsorship. We are based in Islington. Please reply explaining why you are interested (and please read full advertisement before and please write in your own words :). We look forward to hearing from you.

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  • Care / Support Worker
    Care / Support Worker
    26 days ago
    Full-time
    London

    About the Role We are looking for caring, reliable and compassionate Care Workers to join our team and provide high-quality care and support to people in their own homes and/or supported living settings. You will support individuals to maintain their independence, dignity and quality of life while ensuring their care needs are met safely and respectfully. Key Responsibilities • Providing personal care and practical support where required., • Supporting service users with daily living activities., • Assisting with meal preparation and household tasks., • Supporting individuals to attend appointments and participate in activities., • Administering or prompting medication in line with care plans and training., • Maintaining accurate and confidential care records., • Promoting independence, choice, dignity and respect., • Following safeguarding, health and safety and infection-control procedures., • Working closely with colleagues, families and other professionals. About You We are looking for people who are: • Compassionate, patient and respectful., • Reliable and responsible., • Good communicators and team players., • Able to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends., • Committed to providing person-centred care., • Willing to complete mandatory training and ongoing development. Previous care experience is desirable but not essential, as full training and support will be provided to suitable candidates. Requirements • Right to work in the UK., • Ability to communicate effectively in English., • Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check., • Relevant care experience or qualifications are advantageous., • A driving licence and access to a vehicle may be required for some positions. What We Offer • Competitive pay., • Flexible working opportunities., • Full induction and mandatory training., • Ongoing training and career development., • Supportive management team., • Opportunities for additional hours., • Employee recognition and development opportunities. If you are passionate about making a real difference in people's lives, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our team.

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  • Community Care Assistant
    Community Care Assistant
    2 months ago
    £13.15–£17.1 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Company: Verity Healthcare Limited Location: Nationwide Branches - We will signpost you to your nearest branch Job type: Full-time and part-time positions available Salary: From £13.50 per hour, with enhanced weekend rates Start date: Immediate start, subject to satisfactory recruitment checks Sponsorship: Sponsorship is not available for this position About the role Verity Healthcare Limited is recruiting compassionate, reliable and motivated Community Care Workers to support people within their own homes. The role involves delivering safe, person-centred care that promotes independence, dignity, choice and wellbeing. You will travel between service users’ homes and provide support in accordance with individual care plans, risk assessments and agreed outcomes. Main duties and responsibilities • Support service users with personal care, including washing, bathing, dressing, oral care and continence needs., • Administer or support with medication in accordance with care plans, MAR records, policies and competency requirements., • Assist with meal preparation, nutrition and hydration., • Support safe mobility, transfers and the use of prescribed equipment., • Encourage independence and enable people to complete tasks for themselves wherever possible., • Support service users with shopping, appointments and community activities where required., • Observe and report changes in a person’s physical health, emotional wellbeing, behaviour or circumstances., • Maintain accurate, respectful and contemporaneous electronic care records., • Report safeguarding concerns, incidents, medication errors, missed visits and other risks immediately., • Follow infection prevention and control procedures, including appropriate PPE and hand hygiene., • Maintain people’s privacy, dignity, confidentiality and human rights., • Work collaboratively with families, representatives, healthcare professionals and colleagues., • Attend training, supervision, team meetings, spot checks and competency assessments., • Follow lone-working, health and safety, emergency and on-call procedures., • Complete all scheduled visits punctually and remain for the commissioned duration., • Notify the office immediately of delays, absences or any risk of a visit being missed. Essential requirements Applicants must: • Have at least six months’ previous care experience., • Be compassionate, patient, reliable and respectful., • Communicate effectively in spoken and written English., • Be able to produce clear and accurate care records., • Be willing to work alternate weekends., • Be able to work independently and as part of a wider care team., • Understand professional boundaries and confidentiality., • Be willing to complete mandatory training and competency assessments., • Be eligible to work in the United Kingdom., • Complete an enhanced DBS and appropriate safer-recruitment checks., • Be a driver with access to a reliable vehicle where travel between service users is required., • Hold valid business-use motor insurance before undertaking work-related journeys. Desirable requirements • Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care., • Previous domiciliary or community-care experience., • Experience supporting people living with dementia, learning disabilities, physical disabilities or long-term health conditions., • Medication-administration experience., • Knowledge of safeguarding, the Mental Capacity Act and person-centred care. Working hours The role may include: • Morning, lunchtime, evening and bedtime visits., • Weekday and weekend work., • Alternate weekends., • Bank holidays., • Additional hours depending on service requirements and availability. Applicants must provide clear and accurate availability during recruitment. Training and development Verity Healthcare Limited provides: • Comprehensive induction and mandatory training., • Shadowing and supervised practice., • Medication and role-specific competency assessments., • Ongoing supervision, spot checks and professional development., • Funded Health and Social Care qualifications where available., • Opportunities for progression into senior, team leader and care coordination roles. Pre-employment requirements An immediate start can only take place once all role-applicable checks have been completed satisfactorily, including: • Proof of identity and address., • Right-to-work verification., • Full employment history and explanation of employment gaps., • Satisfactory references., • Enhanced DBS and barred-list checks where applicable., • Occupational-health declaration., • Driving licence and business-use motor insurance, where required., • Mandatory training and competency assessments., • Management authorisation to undertake independent work.

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  • Care Assistant / Carer
    Care Assistant / Carer
    2 months ago
    £13–£14.1 hourly
    Full-time
    Barnet

    Job Title Care Assistant (Domiciliary Care) Reports To Care Coordinator / Registered Manager Job Purpose To provide high-quality, person-centred care and support that enables people to remain safe, independent, and comfortable in their own homes. Care Assistants will promote dignity, choice, respect, and independence while delivering care in accordance with individual care plans, company policies, and Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards. Key Responsibilities Personal Care • Assist with washing, bathing, showering, dressing and grooming., • Support with toileting and continence care., • Assist with mobility and safe transfers using appropriate equipment where required., • Promote independence by encouraging individuals to do as much as they are able. Medication Support • Administer or assist with medication in accordance with company policies and training., • Record all medication administered accurately., • Report any medication concerns or side effects immediately. Nutrition and Hydration • Prepare and serve meals according to dietary requirements., • Encourage adequate food and fluid intake., • Support individuals with eating and drinking where required. Domestic Support • Carry out light household duties including:, • Cleaning, • Laundry, • Ironing, • Changing bedding, • Shopping, • Meal preparation Emotional and Social Support • Provide companionship and emotional reassurance., • Encourage participation in hobbies and community activities., • Support individuals to maintain relationships with family and friends., • Promote mental wellbeing and reduce social isolation. Health Monitoring • Observe and report any changes in physical or mental wellbeing., • Escalate concerns promptly to the Care Coordinator or Registered Manager., • Maintain accurate daily records and care notes. Safeguarding • Protect individuals from abuse, neglect and exploitation., • Follow safeguarding procedures at all times., • Report any concerns immediately. Health and Safety • Work in accordance with Health and Safety legislation., • Use moving and handling equipment safely., • Follow infection prevention and control procedures., • Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Record Keeping • Complete electronic or paper care records accurately., • Record medication, incidents and observations promptly., • Maintain confidentiality in accordance with GDPR and company policy. Professional Standards • Maintain a professional appearance and attitude., • Arrive punctually for all scheduled visits., • Treat every individual with dignity, compassion and respect., • Build positive relationships with clients, families and healthcare professionals., • Attend mandatory training and regular supervision., • Participate in team meetings and continuous professional development. Person Specification Essential • Caring, compassionate and reliable., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Ability to work independently and as part of a team., • Good written and spoken English., • Flexible approach to working hours, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays., • Commitment to maintaining confidentiality., • Right to work in the UK. Desirable • Previous experience in health or social care., • NVQ/QCF Level 2 or Level 3 in Health & Social Care., • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (preferred for domiciliary care)., • Experience supporting individuals living with dementia, learning disabilities or complex needs. Core Values Every Care Assistant is expected to demonstrate: • Compassion, • Respect, • Integrity, • Professionalism, • Accountability, • Reliability, • Person-centred care Benefits • Competitive pay, • Paid training and induction, • Ongoing professional development, • Flexible working patterns, • Career progression opportunities, • Paid holiday, • Pension scheme, • Employee assistance and wellbeing support, • Uniform and PPE provided Performance Expectations Care Assistants are expected to: • Deliver safe, effective and compassionate care., • Maintain excellent attendance and punctuality., • Achieve compliance with mandatory training., • Receive positive feedback from clients and families., • Demonstrate professionalism at all times., • Maintain accurate documentation and follow all company policies and procedures.

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  • Community Support Worker
    Community Support Worker
    2 months ago
    £12.71–£12.9 hourly
    Full-time
    Ilford

    This isnt another care job... 1:1 Support — Complex Behaviour & Mobility Needs About the role Links Support Solutions is looking for a compassionate, confident and physically capable Support Worker to provide dedicated 1:1 support to a gentleman in his 30s with Down syndrome who lives at home with his family and attends our day service full-time. He is a genuinely warm, affectionate and engaging individual who loves being around people. He thrives on positive relationships, enjoys spending time with his friends and forms strong bonds with trusted support staff. Music is a huge part of his day, with Bruno Mars being a particular favourite. He has a fantastic sense of humour and a mischievous personality, often enjoying playful interactions with those around him. He can keep you on your toes and brings plenty of laughter to those who know him well. He has limited verbal communication but understands far more than he is able to express. He is able to use some Makaton signing, although he can sometimes be reluctant to do so, so the successful candidate will need patience, excellent communication skills and the ability to encourage interaction in a calm, positive and consistent way. Like many people with communication difficulties, he can sometimes become frustrated when he is unable to express his needs, wishes or feelings. On occasions, this frustration may present as behaviours of concern, including physical aggression. These behaviours are not reflective of his true personality but are his way of communicating that something is wrong or that he needs support. With patience, consistency, positive behaviour support and the right relationship, he responds extremely well and is able to build strong, trusting connections. Due to his weight, he requires some support when walking longer distances and benefits from encouragement to remain active and engaged in healthy routines. The role includes supporting him to access the community, participate in meaningful activities, enjoy social opportunities and maintain an active lifestyle in a safe and enjoyable way. We are looking for someone who is calm under pressure, resilient, reliable and physically capable. The successful candidate will be confident in setting clear and consistent boundaries while providing compassionate, person-centred support that promotes independence, dignity and wellbeing. This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in someone’s life. We are looking for someone who wants to build a long-term, trusting relationship and become a positive, consistent presence, helping him to live a happy, fulfilling and meaningful life. This is a hands-on role for someone who is physically strong, calm under pressure, and secure enough in themselves to hold firm, fair boundaries without escalating conflict. Please note: this role does not meet the Home Office salary/skill threshold for Skilled Worker sponsorship, so we are unable to sponsor a Certificate of Sponsorship for this position. Candidates must already have a long-term right to work in the UK. Key responsibilities • Maintaining accurate daily records, including health records, • Carrying out weekly weigh-ins and tracking progress, • Supporting and maintaining his personal fitness programme, • Liaising with the Learning Disability Health Team as part of his wider care Essential requirements • Physically strong and confident, providing hands-on support, including with mobility, • Assertive, confident, and self-assured when working with vulnerable adults, • Proven, hands-on experience managing and positively changing challenging behaviour, • Skilled and sensitive in managing food-related behaviours firmly but kindly, • Patient and consistent — able to hold boundaries with a stubborn service user without conflict escalating, • Warm and friendly, with a patient, easy-going manner, he can genuinely bond with and trust Desirable • Experience supporting adults with Down syndrome or learning disabilities specifically, • Experience with weight management or mobility support strategies About Links Links Support Solutions has been delivering supported living, day services, respite care, and outreach support across East London and Essex for over 14 years, specialising in adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. Our team of around 55 staff is guided by a commitment to integrity, honesty, and genuine care. Pay: £12.90 per hour Hours: 35 hours per week Location: Barkingside, Ilford, IG6 Overtime is also available for evenings, weekends, and overnights, for anyone wanting to pick up extra hours! Benefits: • Casual dress, • Company events, • Company pension, • Free parking, • Referral programme Experience: • Daycare: 3 years (required) Work Location: In person

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  • Registered Nurse
    Registered Nurse
    2 months ago
    £32000–£44000 yearly
    Full-time
    Nine Elms, London

    Introduction We are looking for a dedicated, compassionate Registered Nurse to join our small, trusted care team and provide one-to-one support for a 49-year-old male client living in London Battersea SW11. This is a permanent full-time role, offering a unique opportunity to build a consistent, supportive professional relationship while playing a key part in the client’s ongoing recovery and quality of life. The client lives at home and is committed to maintaining his health, independence and wellbeing. He receives daily specialist physiotherapy to maximise his remaining function, and we are seeking someone who shares his determination and approach to care. About the Client & His Condition The client lives with an incomplete spinal cord injury at C4/C5 level, which has resulted in: • Paralysis affecting both arms, legs and torso, • Complete loss of bowel and bladder control, • Retained movement of the head, neck and shoulders, • Very limited mobility below the shoulders Despite these challenges, he remains positive, motivated and fully engaged with his rehabilitation programme. He values his dignity, privacy and autonomy, and expects care to be delivered with respect, patience and professionalism at all times The Role & Key Responsibilities Clinical Care & Health Monitoring • Assessing, monitoring and recording the client’s physical health, including vital signs, skin condition, limb circulation, pain levels and respiratory function, • Safe management of bowel and bladder care, including catheter care, bowel regimes and maintaining continence plans in line with clinical guidelines, • Administering medication as prescribed, keeping accurate records and reporting any side effects or concerns immediately, • Managing pressure area care, repositioning and use of specialist equipment to prevent pressure ulcers and maintain tissue viability, • Recognising any changes in health status and escalating concerns promptly to the client’s GP, specialist team or family as required, • Following all clinical protocols, infection control procedures and safety guidelines Daily Living & Mobility Support • Assisting with all aspects of personal care: washing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene and toileting, preserving dignity at every stage, • Supporting with nutrition, hydration and feeding, ensuring dietary requirements are met and monitoring intake, • Assisting with transfers, positioning and use of mobility aids, using correct moving and handling techniques and hoist equipment, • Supporting the client with household tasks relevant to his care needs, and helping him maintain a comfortable, safe living environment Rehabilitation & Recovery Support • Attending and actively supporting daily physiotherapy sessions, following the physiotherapist’s instructions and reinforcing exercises and techniques between appointments, • Encouraging and supporting the client to maximise use of his retained muscle function, • Keeping accurate records of progress, observations and any adjustments to care or therapy plans, • Working closely with the wider multi-disciplinary team – physiotherapists, occupational therapists, doctors and family members – to ensure consistent, joined-up care Communication & Administration • Building open, trusting and respectful relationships with the client and close associates, • Maintaining clear, accurate and up-to-date care records, handover notes and medication logs, • Communicating effectively with all professionals involved in the client’s care, • Promoting the client’s independence and emotional wellbeing, and supporting him socially and practically where needed Candidate Requirements - Essential Criteria • Valid current Nursing registration, • Ideally but not essential, experience of spinal cord injury, complex neurological conditions or long-term disability care; specific training available if required., • Sound knowledge of continence management, pressure care, moving and handling, and medication administration, • Ability to work autonomously and also as part of a wider team, • Excellent observation, communication and documentation skills, • Empathetic, calm and professional manner, with a strong focus on dignity and person-centred care, • Right to work in the UK, • Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide at least two professional references Desirable Criteria • Knowledge of specialist equipment such as hoists, pressure-relieving mattresses and aids for daily living Working Hours & Location • Hours: Full-time – 12 hour shifts, worked on a structured rota including some weekends and evenings, • Location: Battersea, London SW11 – well-served by public transport links from central London and surrounding areas, • Start date: Immediate start available for the right candidate How to Apply If you are a compassionate, reliable nurse who is looking for a meaningful, long-term role and would like to be part of this client’s recovery journey, please apply with:

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