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  • Personal Care Assistant
    Personal Care Assistant
    4 days ago
    £15 hourly
    Full-time
    Enfield

    About the Role We seek 2 compassionate, reliable, and adaptable Personal Care Assistants to support an elderly disabled female living with Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis and diabetes. This is a direct employment role (not through an agency) providing personalised, one-to-one care within their own home. The following vacancies are available (vacancy 1) Saturday, Sunday and Monday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (vacancy 2) Monday to Friday 8 pm to 4am. The successful applicants must be flexible to cover Bank Holidays, annual leave and sickness. This is an unsupervised role with accountability for a variety of personal, medical, domestic, and social care tasks to ensure independence, dignity, and high-quality living standards are maintained. Excellent collaboration and communication with family members, community service and healthcare professionals and the team are essential requirements of the role. The contract and term of employment is subject to satisfactory references, probation period, right to work verification, DBS check, health assessment, and successful completion of the required training programme(s). Key Responsibilities • Provide personal care including washing, dressing, incontinence care (catheter), PEG feeding (Pump and Bolus), and medication administration (including sharps)., • Close monitoring and observation of health condition; escalating health-related concerns and emergencies accordingly., • Accurate recording and completion of care records and medication reports., • Perform manual handling tasks safely using appropriate equipment (hoists, wheelchairs, slide sheets)., • Maintain a clean, hygienic environment: cleaning, laundry and equipment sanitation., • Monitor and replenish personal care and household stocks, and re-order supplies., • Work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, with flexibility to cover additional shifts and public holidays., • Participate in ongoing training, development, and supervision; undergo Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and health assessment checks as appropriate., • Offer companionship and emotional support and assist with social visits or outings., • Other reasonable duties within the scope of the role. Person Specification Essential Criteria: • Fluent in spoken and written English., • Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills., • Proficient user of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel)., • Excellent multi-tasker with the ability to balance competing priorities, apply sound judgment and initiative., • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work unsupervised and within a team., • Reliable and proven ability to follow direction, learn and adapt to change quickly., • Experience handling confidential material and information with tact and discretion. Desirable Criteria: • First Aid qualification (or willingness to obtain one)., • Prior social care and safeguarding experience., • Full UK driving licence., • Resides locally or within reasonable travel distance. We reserve the right to stop taking applications earlier than the advertised closing date.

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  • Care Assistant / Carer
    Care Assistant / Carer
    1 month ago
    £13–£15 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    📍 Location: Across and anywhere in the UK 🕒 Full-time / Part-time 🏠 Care Home / Domiciliary Care ROLE OVERVIEW We are recruiting compassionate and reliable Care Assistants to support individuals in residential, nursing, or domiciliary care settings. You will play a key role in delivering safe, person-centred care, promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing in line with CQC Fundamental Standards. This is an opportunity to build a long-term career in care while making a genuine difference to people’s lives. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide personal care with dignity and respect (washing, dressing, hygiene, mobility), • Support individuals to maintain independence and choice, • Follow individualised care plans and risk assessments, • Provide companionship and emotional support, • Assist with medication in line with training and policies, • Prepare meals and support with feeding where required, • Maintain accurate care records and report any changes, • Ensure a safe, clean, and supportive environment, • Communicate effectively with clients, families, and colleagues, • Support with light domestic tasks and daily living activities ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS (NON-NEGOTIABLE) • Must have Right to work in the UK, • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply), • Ability to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written), • Compassionate, professional, and reliable attitude, • Willingness to complete mandatory training, • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, • Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends, • Two satisfactory references DESIRABLE (ADVANTAGEOUS, NOT ESSENTIAL) • Previous experience in a care home or domiciliary care setting, • Valid UK driving licence (for community-based roles), • Basic IT skills for care documentation, • Good organisational skills and attention to detail WHAT WE OFFER • Permanent employment with flexible working options, • Competitive pay rates, • Full training and ongoing support, • Career progression opportunities, • Supportive management and team environment, • Placement with CQC-compliant providers SAFER RECRUITMENT STATEMENT All roles are subject to safer recruitment checks, including Enhanced DBS, Right to Work verification, and references, in line with CQC and safeguarding requirements.

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  • Health Care Support Worker
    Health Care Support Worker
    2 months ago
    £12.8 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Job Summary We are seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Health Care Assistant/Support Worker to join our healthcare team. This role involves providing essential support to patients across various medical settings, including inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and specialized units such as Geriatrics, PICU, and Medical-Surgical departments. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in patient care, medical terminology, and clinical procedures, contributing to the delivery of high-quality healthcare services. Prior hospital or clinic experience, particularly in Level I or Level II trauma centers, is highly desirable. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your skills directly impact patient outcomes. N.B -Please note that this role currently requires a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Due to specific client care needs (Genuine Occupational Requirement), we are also seeking female carers for this positionResponsibilities Assist with patient intake processes, including recording vital signs and collecting medical histories Support patient care activities such as medication administration, dressing changes, and basic life support procedures Document patient information accurately using Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems and ICD coding Monitor and report patient status changes, ensuring timely communication with healthcare providers Support hospital medicine, urgent care, internal medicine, and medical-surgical units by performing routine clinical tasks Assist with diagnostic procedures including X-ray preparation and basic assessments of physiology and anatomy knowledge Provide compassionate patient service across diverse populations including geriatrics and pediatric intensive care units (PICU) Maintain infection control standards and assist in maintaining a safe hospital environment Support medical administrative functions such as scheduling and documentation compliance Skills Strong knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, anatomy, ICD coding, and medication administration protocols Experience working within hospital environments such as Level I or Level II trauma centers preferred Proficiency with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems and medical administrative support tasks Ability to perform basic clinical procedures including vital signs measurement and patient intake assessments Familiarity with emergency medicine protocols and urgent care procedures Excellent patient service skills with compassionate communication abilities Knowledge of outpatient and inpatient care practices across various specialties including Geriatrics, Internal Medicine, Medical-Surgical, OR experience, and hospital experience in trauma centers is highly valued Basic life support certification or higher is preferred to ensure readiness for emergency situations This position is integral to delivering exceptional healthcare support services that enhance patient safety and comfort. We seek dedicated professionals eager to grow within a supportive clinical environment committed to excellence in patient care. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Work Location: In person

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  • Assistant Head Sommelier
    Assistant Head Sommelier
    1 month ago
    £40000–£42500 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Assistant Head Sommelier Are you passionate about creating memorable experiences for your guests and positively influencing the Team? If the answer to the above question, is a straight yes, then we would like to hear from you! About Sael: Sael, a British brasserie from Michelin star chef Jason Atherton. Sael, housed within the iconic St James’s Market, will celebrate all things British – from the menu, featuring only ingredients sourced from the British Isles, to the domestically-sourced furnishings, all of which will pay homage to the restaurant’s location in the heart of the Capital. The latest concept from award-winning, Michelin-starred chef Jason Atherton and his wife, co-director Ihra Atherton, Sael aims to be a beacon of British tastes, appealing to domestic and international visitors alike. About you: We are recruiting for a highly talented and experienced Assistant Head Sommelier to join our Team. As an Assistant Head Sommelier, you would have an eye for detail and be passionate and highly knowledgeable on wines. Ensure that you provide excellent and consistent service that is in line with our standards. You will go beyond and above the call of duty to ensure that every guest receives a lasting and memorable experience. Responsibilities: ·Possessing thorough knowledge of wines and London’s restaurant industry ·Assisting the Head Sommelier with the Wine List ·Continuously educating and training the restaurant Team to enhance their wine knowledge ·Delivering all aspects of the guest experience according to our standards ·Assist with performing stock takes ·Assist with producing financial reports ·Collaborate with the culinary Team to create wine pairing menus ·Stay updated on industry trends and new wine release ·Guest Service: Take orders, provide recommendations, and offer excellent customer service, ensuring a positive and memorable experience for every guest ·Assist the Head Sommelier with reviewing wine revenue, cost and latest wine trends, to devise well-informed adjustments to our wine sales and buying strategy ·The above is not an exhaustive list of duties. Requirements: • Proven experience as an Assistant Head Sommelier in an upscale Restaurant setting, • The ability to influence others through skills, knowledge and guidance to others, • Being able to maintain confidence and oversight in a high-volume brasserie during busy periods of the wine section, • Possessing a strong comprehension of the wine industry and its trends, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a friendly and engaging personality, • Willingness to assist colleagues during busy periods, • Passion for creating memorable guests’ experiences and providing exceptional customer service, • ·Certification in sommelier training is desirable such as WSET/Court of Master Sommelier., • Person Specification:, • Bring in a positive and can-do attitude, • Been a Team Player, • Honesty and integrity., • What We Offer:, • Competitive salary package: Negotiable, depending on experience., • Employee benefits: 28 days of annual leave, • Complimentary meals whilst on duty, • Career Development Opportunities: We believe in fostering growth and offer opportunities for professional development within The Social Company, • Training & Development Opportunities: We are committed to enhancing your skills and knowledge so that you can be the best that you can be., • Location: Sael, 1 St James Market, London, SW1Y 4QQ, • Start Date: As soon as possible, • The Social Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes Applicant from all walks of life.

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