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  • Residential Support Worker
    Residential Support Worker
    10 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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  • After-school babysitter
    After-school babysitter
    2 days ago
    £12.25–£14.75 hourly
    Part-time
    Orpington

    Are you a people person who loves being around children? A local family in Orpington is looking for a friendly, reliable babysitter to join their routine a few afternoons a week after school. This isn't just any babysitting job. 💛 Through Koru Kids you'll be properly employed, fully supported and fairly paid, with contracts, sick pay and holiday pay all taken care of for you. It's the warmth and flexibility of babysitting, with none of the uncertainty. Your role: You'll be helping out a few afternoons a week after school, spending time out and about in Orpington or doing fun activities at home like board games 🎲 or baking 🧁 and helping with simple meals and homework. There's no previous experience or education requirements. We're just looking for enthusiastic, imaginative individuals who love working with children. You could be perfect for this role if you have babysitting experience, worked as a volunteer at a summer camp or have experience in formal educational settings. Benefits and perks: ✨ You'll get paid from £12.25 - £14.75/hour (inclusive of holiday pay), dependent on experience. ✅ FREE enhanced DBS check, insurance, FREE online nanny training and first aid training (worth over £300!) 📚 FREE CACHE registered courses and 1:1 coaching. 💷 Koru Kids will take care of contracts, sick pay, holiday pay and make sure you're paid correctly and on time. 🌟 Build valuable childcare experience to boost your CV. No VN needed! 🚀 Simply apply now and you can start working and earning in less than 2 weeks!

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  • SUPPORT WORKER – SUPPORTED ACCOMMODATION
    SUPPORT WORKER – SUPPORTED ACCOMMODATION
    22 days ago
    £13–£15 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    We are looking for a proactive, organised and reliable support worker to join a supported accommodation team. The role focuses on supporting residents to develop greater independence, maintaining safe and well-managed accommodation, and keeping accurate records. Resident support • Conduct regular face-to-face support sessions with allocated residents., • Complete and review Individual Support Plans and Support & Move-On Plans within required timescales., • Maintain accurate support logs and electronic resident records., • Help residents develop independent living and life skills, including budgeting and financial management., • Assist with Housing Benefit and Universal Credit matters, rent arrears and benefit issues where required., • Support residents with education, training, employment, housing and move-on options., • Encourage residents to engage with agreed support plans., • Identify safeguarding or welfare concerns and escalate them appropriately., • Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality. Property and accommodation • Carry out regular checks of allocated properties, including communal, internal and external areas., • Identify and report repairs, maintenance issues, property damage and health and safety concerns., • Follow up reported repairs and liaise with the maintenance team regarding outstanding works., • Check that rubbish is managed and that fire exits, escape routes and communal areas remain clear., • Check that required property and fire safety signage is displayed., • Assist with move-in and move-out checks, including checking furniture, equipment and other property items., • Take photographs and record evidence of property issues where required., • Keep property inspection and maintenance records up to date., • Report compliance concerns promptly to management. Administration and communication • Update internal trackers and databases., • Ensure support documentation is completed accurately and within required timescales., • Monitor outstanding actions and follow them through to completion., • Communicate effectively with management, administration and other members of the support team.

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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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  • 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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