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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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  • Residential Support Worker
    Residential Support Worker
    15 days ago
    £12.5–£16.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Mitcham

    Residential Support Worker – Children’s Residential Home Make a Real Difference Every Day Are you passionate about helping children and young people feel safe, valued and empowered to reach their potential? Join our dedicated team as a Residential Support Worker and become a positive, consistent and inspiring presence in the lives of the children we support. This is more than a job—it is an opportunity to build meaningful relationships, create lasting memories and help young people develop the confidence, resilience and life skills they need to thrive. Role Overview As a Residential Support Worker, you will provide warm, compassionate and child-centred care within a safe, nurturing and supportive home environment. You will play an important role in helping children and young people feel secure, understood and encouraged. You must be able to engage young people positively and confidently, building genuine relationships through conversation, shared activities, encouragement and trust. Whether supporting a young person through a difficult day, celebrating their achievements or helping them try something new, your approach will make a lasting difference. We are looking for someone who is caring, energetic, resilient and reliable, with the ability to remain calm and positive when faced with challenging situations. You will work proactively as part of a team and help create a home where every child feels listened to, respected and supported. Key Responsibilities • Provide high-quality, trauma-informed care that reflects each child’s individual needs, wishes, risks and care plan., • Engage young people in a positive, respectful and meaningful way, encouraging participation, communication and trust., • Build safe, trusting and professional relationships with children and young people., • Support children with daily routines, including personal care where required, meal preparation, household tasks and maintaining a welcoming home environment., • Encourage children to develop independence, confidence, resilience and practical life skills., • Plan and take part in engaging activities, hobbies, key-work sessions, outings and community experiences that reflect young people’s interests., • Motivate young people to participate in education, training, employment, health appointments and other professional services., • Celebrate progress, recognise achievements and help young people identify and build on their strengths., • Contribute to the development, implementation and review of care plans, placement plans, risk assessments and individual support strategies., • Promote positive behaviour through calm, consistent, restorative and relationship-based approaches., • Respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns, incidents, missing episodes and emergencies, following organisational procedures., • Maintain professional boundaries while providing warm, consistent and responsive care., • Complete clear, accurate and timely records, including daily logs, incident reports, key-work records and progress updates., • Communicate effectively with children, colleagues, families, social workers and other professionals., • Support children to maintain appropriate family and community relationships in accordance with their care plans., • Administer or support with medication where required, following training and organisational procedures., • Drive company vehicles when required to support appointments, education, activities and community access., • Participate in staff meetings, supervision, training and reflective practice., • Work in accordance with safeguarding requirements, relevant legislation, regulatory standards and organisational policies. Person Specification The successful candidate will demonstrate: • A genuine passion for supporting children and young people., • The ability to engage young people naturally, positively and confidently., • A creative and enthusiastic approach to building relationships and encouraging participation., • A compassionate, patient and non-judgemental attitude., • The ability to connect with young people while maintaining clear and professional boundaries., • Strong verbal and written communication skills., • Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm, positive and solution-focused under pressure., • The ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow agreed care plans and procedures., • Good organisational and time-management skills., • Confidence using electronic systems for recording, reporting and communication., • An understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality and the importance of accurate record keeping., • Flexibility to work a varied rota, including days, evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep-in duties., • A willingness to get involved, be proactive and make a positive difference every day. Qualifications and Experience • Previous experience working with children or young people in residential care, education, youth work, social care or a similar setting is desirable., • Experience engaging young people through activities, mentoring, support work, education or community-based work is desirable., • A Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare, Children and Young People’s Workforce, or an equivalent qualification is desirable., • Applicants without the relevant Level 3 qualification must be willing to complete the required qualification within the appropriate timeframe., • A full UK driving licence and the ability to drive safely and responsibly are desirable., • Applicants must be willing to undertake all required training and participate fully in ongoing professional development. Safeguarding Hope & Noble is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and provide satisfactory references. All appointments will be made in accordance with safer recruitment requirements. Ready to Make a Difference? If you are caring, dependable, engaging and passionate about helping children and young people feel safe, build confidence and achieve their potential, we would love to hear from you. Bring your energy, compassion and commitment to Hope & Noble—and help us create brighter futures, one young person at a time.

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  • Hairdresser
    Hairdresser
    1 month ago
    £1500–£4000 monthly
    Part-time
    London

    JUNIOR TEXTURED HAIRSTYLIST Texture Hair by Floria is looking for a passionate Junior Stylist who wants to develop their career in textured hair. We are a specialist textured-hair salon committed to celebrating curls, coils and waves while creating a space where every client feels seen, understood and confident. This position would suit a developing stylist who already has a foundation in hairdressing but wants greater experience, confidence and education working across different textures. THE ROLE As a Junior Stylist, you will work with clients while continuing to develop your technical knowledge and confidence with support from the Texture team. Your responsibilities will include: • Carrying out thorough client consultations, • Listening to clients’ hair history, goals and concerns, • Performing services within your current training and competency, • Developing skills across curls, coils and different textured-hair patterns, • Educating clients on maintenance, products and home care, • Managing your appointment times effectively, • Maintaining accurate client and service records where required, • Keeping your station clean, organised and prepared, • Supporting appropriate product recommendations and rebooking, • Communicating early when a service may overrun, • Asking for technical support whenever required, • Working collaboratively with stylists, assistants and management, • Participating in training, coaching and continued technical development ABOUT YOU We’re looking for someone who: • Has existing hairdressing training and/or salon experience, • Has a genuine interest in specialising in textured hair, • Is passionate about client care, • Is eager to learn and develop technically, • Accepts feedback positively, • Communicates openly when they need support, • Is reliable, punctual and organised, • Works well as part of a team, • Takes responsibility for their work, • Maintains high standards of hygiene and professionalism You do not need to know everything. We would much rather have a developing stylist who is honest about what they don’t know and eager to learn than someone who is afraid to ask for support. WHAT WE OFFER • Ongoing textured-hair education and development, • Technical guidance and coaching, • Opportunities to observe and learn from experienced stylists, • A clear environment for professional growth, • Support in building confidence and expanding your service skills, • A collaborative and supportive salon culture, • Staff benefits in line with salon policy, • Opportunity for long-term progression within Texture OUR CULTURE Texture is about more than beautiful hair. We believe a great salon experience comes from technical skill, empathy, education, professionalism and genuine human connection. We don’t expect perfection. We expect kindness, honesty, responsibility, respect and the desire to keep becoming better. TO APPLY Please submit your CV along with a short introduction. If available, we’d also love to see examples of your work through an Instagram/portfolio link. Tell us why textured hair interests you and what you would most like to develop as a stylist.

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  • Mentor
    Mentor
    1 month ago
    £30 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Application Link Apply here: https://mentorup.es/become-a-mentor Online Professional Mentor Turn your professional experience into an additional source of income while helping others make better career decisions. At MentorUp, we're looking for professionals with real-world experience who are willing to share their knowledge with students, graduates, and professionals seeking career guidance. You don't need to be a teacher, coach, or have previous mentoring experience. We're looking for professionals who can provide valuable insights based on: • Their current profession., • Previous roles they've held., • Industries they know firsthand., • Companies they've worked for throughout their careers., • Recruitment processes they've successfully completed., • Career transitions they've experienced., • Lessons learned, challenges faced, and decisions made along the way. The experience you've gained throughout your career could be exactly what someone else needs before choosing a degree, changing industries, or pursuing a new professional opportunity. What does the role involve? As a MentorUp mentor, you'll conduct one-to-one online mentoring sessions with people who want to better understand a profession, job role, industry, or company. You'll support individuals who: • Are unsure what to study., • Want to understand what a profession is really like., • Are considering changing careers., • Want to enter a new industry., • Need to understand what employers are looking for., • Want to prepare for interviews or recruitment processes., • Would like to hear from someone who has worked at a specific company., • Know where they want to go but don't know how to get there. Your role is simply to share practical, honest advice based on your own professional experience. You won't be expected to teach classes or prepare structured courses. It's about having conversations, answering questions, and helping people better understand the career path they're considering. What can you share as a mentor? For example, you could talk about: • What a typical day in your profession looks like., • Which qualifications and skills truly matter., • How you entered your industry., • What employers usually look for in candidates., • Your experience working at particular companies., • Career progression opportunities., • Challenges someone should know before entering the profession., • What you would do differently if you were starting again., • How you successfully changed careers or specialised. We're not only looking for senior executives. Anyone with genuine professional experience can provide tremendous value to someone just starting their career journey. What does MentorUp offer? • Payment for every mentoring session completed., • Opportunity to generate additional income., • Fully remote work., • Flexible schedule., • Freedom to decide how many sessions you'd like to offer., • Ability to accept only mentoring requests related to your expertise., • Your own professional profile on MentorUp., • Visibility among people interested in your profession or career path., • Compatible with your current job or business., • No exclusivity. You decide when you're available and which topics you'd like to mentor. Who are we looking for? Professionals with practical experience who can provide valuable career guidance. We particularly value: • Real professional experience., • Knowledge of a specific industry or business environment., • Clear communication skills., • Empathy and active listening., • Reliability and professionalism., • Passion for helping others., • Availability for online mentoring sessions. Whether you're employed, self-employed, an entrepreneur, consultant, executive, specialist, technician, or retired professional, we'd love to hear from you. You may also mentor based on previous positions or companies you've worked for, always respecting confidentiality and any non-disclosure obligations. Professional Fields We're looking for professionals from virtually every industry, including: Technology, Engineering, Marketing, Communications, Design, Sales, Finance, Banking, Human Resources, Law, Education, Healthcare, Science, Consulting, Administration, Construction, Logistics, Hospitality, Retail, Entrepreneurship, and Creative Industries. Working Conditions This is a flexible, session-based opportunity. There are no fixed working hours or guaranteed monthly income. The number of mentoring sessions you receive will depend on: • Demand., • Your area of expertise., • Your availability., • Interest generated by your profile. Before activating your mentor profile, you'll receive full information regarding: • Your payment per session., • Session duration., • Booking process., • Cancellation policy., • Payment procedures. How to Apply Please tell us: • Your current profession or role., • Previous positions and industries you've worked in., • Companies or business sectors you can speak about., • Topics you'd feel comfortable mentoring on., • Your approximate availability., • A short introduction explaining why you'd like to become a mentor. Your professional experience can generate additional income while helping someone make one of the most important decisions of their life. If you'd like to become part of MentorUp, complete our application form—we'd love to hear from you. Become a Mentor at MentorUp. The MentorUp Team

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  • Support Worker
    Support Worker
    1 month ago
    £29061.5 yearly
    Full-time
    South Croydon

    About us At Norbury Park all staff are aware of our core values of; care, community, nurture and support which we embed throughout our day-to-day practice and care for the young people/ children in our care. We are creative, supportive, collaborative and our goal is to care for Young people and Children within the residential home setting and ensure that they are always safe, well cared for and that we are working collaboratively with these young people/children to achieve their goals. At the heart of the work that we do is to support these individuals with their care and development needs, helping them to progress towards a more independent and well-rounded life. Role purpose To care for all Young people and Children within the residential home and ensure that they are always safe, well cared for and that you are working collaboratively with these young people/children to achieve their goals. To support these individuals with their care and development needs, helping them to progress towards a more independent and well-rounded life. Main Duties • Undertake all duties and responsibilities in accordance with: company policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines, standards; good professional practice,, CQC and other regulatory requirements, relevant legislations, all legal and contractual obligations., • Provide advice, information and support to the residents., • To support and provide care for the young people/children in the home by assisting them with; bathing, eating, homework, education, behaviour, money management, travel training etc., • Ensure resident’s follow the homes rules and support the manager in investigating and taking action where these may have been breached., • Manage challenging behaviour which may require physical intervention to appropriately support the child/ young person., • Oversee the maintenance of accurate client records and databases and provide statistics for management and to assist with service evaluation in a timely fashion., • Support clients with the prompting of their medication, conduct accurate and timely medication audits and maintain accurate medication records., • Complete written documentation (support plans, Medication sheets, risk assessments) regarding the young people/ children to help and ensure their safety and development within our setting., • Take part in regular team meetings to discuss the residents, the progress that they are making, how their general well-being is as well as forming action plans to support them further., • Attend professionals meetings (where appropriate)., • Assist in the transfer of individuals between agencies and services. Health and Safety • To be familiar with Health and Safety Regulations, policies and procedures and ensure they are adhered to within your own area of responsibility., • To be aware of and follow fire policies and procedures, ensuring safety of residents and workers safety and welfare at all times. Equality and Diversity • To enforce the zero tolerance policy of all forms of victimisation, discrimination and harassment in the workplace., • To be tolerant of differences and use respectful language., • Ensure professional standards and boundaries are clear., • To treat everyone respectfully. Norbury Park is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We believe in equal opportunities for employment and advancement, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Our dedication to equality extends to our recruitment process, professional development programs, and all aspects of employment. Join us in creating an environment that celebrates diversity and promotes equal opportunities for everyone. Benefits of working at Norbury Park as a Support Worker • 5 days of work a week, • Annual Salary with the option for overtime if you wish, • Annual Salary review with the option to be suggested for a one-off bonus, • Bank Holiday extra pay, • Christmas gift card, • Pension scheme, • Predictable rota, you are able to know your days off months’ in advance, • 28 days of holiday per year, • Friendly and collaborative work team, • A team that is making a difference with extremely challenging and complex children/ young people, • Training opportunities; E-learning modules including; Food Safety Level 2, Safeguarding Children, GDPR, Emergency First aid at work. Further CPD opportunities such as Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare, Qualified First Aider course. We accept suggestions of courses that will help support/enable you in your role further. Additional Notes Candidates who have been shortlisted for an interview will be expected to complete our application form prior to their interview. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: From £29,061.50 per year Benefits: • Company events, • Company pension, • On-site parking, • Sick pay Physical setting: • Care home, • Residential home Shift: • 8 hour shift, • Day shift, • Night shift Work Location: In person

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  • Wrap Around Childcare Deputy Manager
    Wrap Around Childcare Deputy Manager
    2 months ago
    £13.7 hourly
    Part-time
    Dagenham

    Sun and Moon playcare Scheme Ltd provides a high-quality breakfast and after school provision for children aged 3-11 in Primary Schools in Dagenham. We are looking for an After School Club Deputy Manager with NVQ level 3 in Child Care and Education, Play work, NNEB, Children & Young Peoples workforce or equivalent in childcare. Must be well-organised, friendly, enthusiastic, and flexible with good communication skills. Main duties include: · Helping the manager with planning, preparing and delivering quality play opportunities within a safe and caring environment. · Providing comprehensive care for the children including collecting them from school and delivering them safely to parents/carers. · Providing support and supervision to playworkers and volunteers in the absence of the Manager. · Setting up the play space including moving furniture and play equipment. · Providing refreshments and ensuring that hygiene, health and safety standards are met. · Administering first aid when necessary. · Consulting with children and involving them in planning activities. · Encouraging parental involvement in the club. · Facilitating good communication with all members of the organisation, parents, schools and childcare and play related agencies. · Undertaking appropriate and relevant training. · Keeping the work environment healthy, safe and secure. · Working within the framework of the club’s policies and procedures, and the Early Years Foundation Stage. Essential qualities · Experience of working with 3 to 11 year olds · Understanding the varied needs of children and their families · Understanding the issues involved in the delivery of quality play care · Understanding the issues of equal opportunities · Provide and facilitate safe and creative play · Good communication skills · Ability to work as a team member and demonstrate leadership skills · Sound judgement and common sense Desirable qualities · Experience of working within a play-based setting · Competent in using IT to support play and club administration · Ability to work on own initiative · Appropriate child protection training · Current 12-hour Paediatric First Aid Certificate Food Hygiene Certificate

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