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  • Care / Support Worker
    Care / Support Worker
    20 days ago
    £12.71–£13 hourly
    Full-time
    Dagenham

    Job Purpose The Care Assistant is responsible for providing high-quality, person-centred care and support to individuals who require assistance with daily living, personal care, health and wellbeing. The post holder will promote dignity, privacy, independence, choice and respect at all times and will work in accordance with individual care plans, company policies, safeguarding procedures and applicable legislation. Key Responsibilities · Provide person-centred care in accordance with individual care and support plans. · Assist service users with personal care, including washing, dressing, toileting and continence support where required. · Support individuals with mobility, transfers and positioning in accordance with assessed needs and moving-and-handling procedures. · Assist with meals, drinks and appropriate nutritional support. · Support individuals with medication in accordance with training, care plans and company medication procedures. · Provide emotional and social support and encourage meaningful activities. · Promote independence and enable individuals to make choices about their daily lives. · Observe and report changes in physical, emotional or mental wellbeing. · Maintain accurate and timely care records and daily notes. · Communicate effectively with senior staff, colleagues, families and relevant professionals. · Follow safeguarding procedures and report concerns immediately. · Maintain confidentiality and protect personal information. · Follow infection prevention and control procedures. · Comply with health and safety, fire safety and emergency procedures. · Attend required training, supervision and staff meetings. · Work collaboratively as part of the wider care team. · Treat every individual with dignity, respect, equality and compassion. Person Specification Essential · Genuine commitment to providing high-quality care. · Good communication and interpersonal skills. · Ability to work respectfully with vulnerable adults. · Ability to follow care plans, policies and instructions. · Ability to maintain accurate records. · Ability to work independently and as part of a team. · Willingness to complete mandatory and role-specific training. Desirable · Previous experience in adult social care. · Care Certificate or relevant health and social care qualification. · Experience of working with individuals with complex care or support needs. Safeguarding The Care Assistant has a responsibility to safeguard adults from abuse, neglect, exploitation and avoidable harm. Any safeguarding concern must be reported promptly in accordance with Move Ahead Care Ltd procedures. Health and Safety The post holder must comply with all health and safety requirements, including infection control, moving and handling, fire safety, accident reporting and risk management procedures. Professional Standards The post holder is expected to maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, respectful conduct and a commitment to continuous improvement. Performance Expectations The Care Assistant is expected to consistently provide safe, compassionate and person-centred care while maintaining accurate documentation and escalating concerns appropriately.

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  • Health Care Assistant (HCA)
    Health Care Assistant (HCA)
    2 months ago
    £21500–£25000 yearly
    Full-time
    Cranbrook, Ilford

    Title: Healthcare Assistant (With Sponsorship) Accountable to: NURSE IN CHARGE / HOME MANAGER Job Summary The post holder will work in a team under the direction and supervision of the Nurse in charge or Home Manager providing high standards of care and service to all service users. The following principles of good practice will be a fundamental requirement of the post holder in the delivery of high-quality care which will meet the needs of each individual: • Support individuals' rights and choices • Support individuals through effective communication • Ensure individuals' privacy and dignity is respected at all times • Treat colleagues with respect and professionalism at all times • Maintain confidentiality of information • Acknowledge individuals' personal beliefs • Promote anti-discriminatory practice • Maintain the health and safety of yourself, work colleagues and all service users. Range of Responsibilities • Basic personal care - this could include feeding, washing, dressing, personal hygiene • Following and implementing care plans under the direction of a qualified nurse • Ensuring service user privacy, dignity and confidentiality • Take accurate messages and answer the telephone in a courteous manner • Ensure orientation of the home environment to new service users • Responding appropriately to emergency situations • Understand and respect different religious, spiritual and cultural beliefs. • Undertake the care of people who are dying • Undertake moving and handling using a safe and correct procedure • Abide by the homes policies and procedures • Work co-operatively with other members of the multi-disciplinary team • Maintaining a clean environment with due consideration to Health and Safety issues • Any other responsibilities the client may have for specific client groups • To comply with all policies and procedures detailed in the Healthcare Services Handbook

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  • Restaurant Floor Manager - Agile
    Restaurant Floor Manager - Agile
    1 day ago
    Full-time
    London

    Job Description: Restaurant Floor Manager at Hotel California Welcome to Hotel California , a fictional boutique hotel nestled in the heart of London, where cutting-edge AI technology meets unparalleled hospitality. We’re not just a hotel—we’re an experience, dedicated to crafting the ultimate guest journey through innovation, warmth, and a touch of magic. Recognized as one of the top places to work in hospitality, we put people—our guests and our team—at the heart of everything we do. Since opening our doors, Hotel California has redefined luxury with a modern twist, blending timeless charm with the latest AI-driven solutions to anticipate and exceed every guest’s needs. From our AI-powered concierge that personalizes each stay to our smart dining spaces serving up culinary delights inspired by London’s vibrant culture, we’re all about creating moments that linger long after checkout. And it doesn’t stop there—our commitment extends beyond our walls. We partner with local charities, plant trees across the UK, and, through our Stay for a Cause initiative, donate 50 meals to children in need for every shift you work. As of March 2025, we’ve provided over 25 million meals and counting! How We’ll Support You At Hotel California , your well-being is our priority, both on and off the clock. We’ve designed our support around four key pillars: Financial Free weekly wage advances and emergency cash support. Access to savings tools and financial health planning powered by AI insights. Up to 50% off stays and dining at Hotel California for you, friends, and family, plus a California Gold Card with a monthly allowance to treat your loved ones in style. Mental & Physical All Californians (Managers) are trained in mental health support and First Aid. 24/7 confidential helpline for you and your household, available 365 days a year. Healthcare cash plan and free monthly fitness sessions (think AI-guided yoga or spin classes in our smart gym). Sports fan? Join our California Cricket League —an in-house tournament with a grand finale at Lord’s! Social We love bringing our Hotel California family together! You’re invited to: California Dream Fest (our summer celebration for team and families). A legendary Christmas party under the stars. Regular team events across the hotel, from mixology nights to AI-tech showcases. After 5 years, embark on our London Calling Bootcamp —a once-in-a-lifetime guided tour of London’s hidden gems with our founders (over 200 Californians joined last year!). What to Expect Salary : £42,000 - £45,000 per year (inclusive of service charge), paid monthly. Schedule : Full-time across 5 days, with Monday-Sunday availability. Our AI-optimized rotas ensure a mix of daytime and evening shifts—no endless late nights here! Training : Access to award-winning, AI-enhanced development programs from day one. Last year, we promoted 211 team members! Holiday : Standard paid leave (including service charge), with Hotel California closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Got kids? Take an extra day for their first day of school. Style : No stiff uniforms—smart casual and comfy is the vibe (trainers welcome!). Do You Have the California Spirit ? At Hotel California , we believe true happiness comes from giving your best to others. We call it the California Spirit —going beyond service to genuinely care for our guests and team, powered by the latest AI tools to make every interaction seamless and special. We’re searching for a Floor Manager to join our London haven. Our Californians (Managers) are the heartbeat of our operation, ensuring every guest feels like they’ve stepped into a world of wonder. With AI assisting everything from real-time guest preferences to team coordination, you’ll lead with heart and precision. On busy nights, you’ll manage wait times of up to 90 minutes with charm and empathy, supported by a team of 40-50 California Crew members and fellow Californians , all working in sync thanks to our smart systems. You’re empowered to make bold decisions, ensuring our California Spirit shines through in every moment. And the perks? Competitive pay, incredible benefits, and events like our Californians’ Day Out and epic Christmas bash—our way of saying “thank you” for making 2024 our best year yet! What We’re Looking For As a Floor Manager at Hotel California : You’ve been a Senior Assistant Manager or Assistant General Manager in a high-volume, tech-savvy hospitality setting for the past few years. You’re obsessed with excellence, eager to thrive in an environment that blends AI innovation with human connection. You’ve got an eagle eye for detail, keeping standards sky-high and every shift running smoothly. You’re a natural leader with a big heart, passionate about coaching and growing your team. You live to make people happy—guests and crew alike—turning first-time visitors into lifelong fans. Join the Hotel California Family Everyone’s welcome here. We’re proud to foster an inclusive, diverse workplace and encourage applications from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Ready to bring your California Spirit to life with the power of AI? Apply today and help us create the ultimate guest experience in the heart of London!

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  • Dental Nurse
    Dental Nurse
    5 days ago
    Full-time
    Norbury, London

    · Keep the clinical area and all equipment and instruments clean, tidy and sterile as appropriate according to the practice’s health and safety and infection control procedures and manufacturers’ instructions · Use all equipment and machinery in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations and ensure that they are maintained regularly ad in good working order · Provide chairside assistance, ensuring that the correct equipment is available · Ensure the care and welfare of patients · Accurately complete patient clinical records as directed · Handle all substances in accordance with health and safety policies · Be familiar and comply with all health and safety rules and guidance, including PPE, COSHH, RIDDOR, mercury handling, infection control, waste disposal etc · Develop radiographs · Complete laboratory request forms, keep records of work sent, received and fitted · Ensure adequate stocks of materials and other items within the surgery · Write on stockroom order board, when stock supplies run low. Place order if requested. · Ensure computer/written records are accurately maintained and securely stored · Liaise with reception to ensure smooth patient communications and transfer fo records · Attend and participate in practice meetings · Other duties as necessary for the efficient operation of the practice (including administration duties and tasks, covering reception) · Undergo training as required to develop skills and abilities · Attend refresher and update training for medical emergencies and CPR · Act in accordance with the practice rules and code of conduct · Hep ‘b’ vaccinated essential · GDC Registered · Enhanced DBS

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  • Duty Manager 4 on 4 off
    Duty Manager 4 on 4 off
    7 days ago
    £16.68 hourly
    Full-time
    Temple, London

    Job Ref: 13676 Branch: Apex Temple Court Hotel - London Location: Apex Temple Court Hotel, London Salary/Benefits: £16.68 per hour and excellent company benefits and perks Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 40.25 Posted date: 19/10/2026 Closing date: 30/11/2026 Why join Apex Hotels? You'll be welcomed into Apex Hotels with genuine warmth as you join us as a Duty Manager in London. From your very first day, you'll be part of a team that truly cares, where people feel valued, included, and connected. We love individuality - it's what brings the spark, the curiosity, and the human touch to every interaction. You will meet great people, have fun at work, develop new friendships, learn new skills, and of course you will also receive a competitive rate of pay and a generous range of employee benefits which includes: • 20.5 days holiday based on 4 on 4 off shift pattern, • Training and development from day one, • Employee events and celebrations, • Inhouse company interactive employee communication APP, • Entry to our state-of-the-art gym and pools, • Healthy meals to enjoy while you're working., • Access to an external Employee Assistance Programme, • Financial Wellbeing App, allowing you the flexibility to get paid earlier than your normal monthly pay date., • £200 referral bonus when your friends or family join the team. Following your first successful 3 months, you'll also receive ...... • Access to our discounts and wellbeing platform "Treat Yourself Here", unlocking savings and experiences for you and your family., • Involvement in our employee recognition schemes, • Long service recognition, • Probation pass and annual anniversary complimentary guest experience overnight stay and dinner for two, • 50% discount in our restaurants, • Cycle to Work Scheme, • Discounted room rates for employees, friends, and family, • Spa treatments and product discounts, • Life Assurance cover Role Overview: As Duty Manager you will be responsible for ensuring the team delivers an effective and enjoyable experience to all guests. You will assist in leading the reception team to deliver high levels of quality and act as the main point of contact for all hotel emergencies. Your responsibilities will include: • Be present in lobby and reception during peak times and support your team, • Promote selling culture amongst the FO team, review results daily, • Lead reception team and porters to deliver exceptional arrival and departure experience, complete regular quality checks, • Monitor and maintain safe and secure working environment for all hotel colleagues and guests, resolve and report any issues, • Act on all guest feedback, positive and negative. Respond to Guest reviews and update guest profiles accordingly., • Ensure all pre- and post stay communication is sent to applicable guests, • Ensure compliance with all Apex financial, privacy, data security and H&S procedures, • Maintain correct records & communications so they can be tracked effectively, • Proactively manage poor performance and act as a role model for your team, • Liase with Housekeeping management on daily basis to ensure outstanding guest experience, • Plan and communicate VIP arrivals to hotel team, • Walk about of the property and picking up on details which require attention as well as Health & Safety matters which need action. About You: As a Duty Manager, you will have excellent attention to detail in order to provide consistent standards. This is a vital role in the function of the hotel and ultimately the service provided to our guests before, during and after their stay. You will love chatting to our guests offering help and assistance, you will be a great at multi-tasker, you will be efficient at solving guest enquiries and you will always have a smile for our teams and guests. We want you to be yourself here, bringing your infectious personality which helps makes Apex who we are. On your first day you will begin a structured 12 week learning journey, giving you the skills, knowledge, and confidence to be a great Duty Manager. With this in mind, we are looking for a Duty Managers who: • Can deliver excellent standards, • Uses initiative, • Is self-aware and able to evaluate their own work, • Has a customer service attitude, • Has the ability to multi-task and provides excellent attention to detail, • Holds a genuine desire to provide a Warmer Welcome to our guests, • Already have hotel front office experience or have worked at a supervisory or management level. Come and join our team, guided by our values of trust, friendliness, teamwork, and passion - the good stuff that makes hospitality feel effortless. Here, you'll shine in your own way, creating joyful moments that lift the everyday. Please note, this role does not meet the requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. About Apex Temple Court Hotel Apex Temple Court Hotel is just seconds from Fleet Street. This hotel is perfect for visiting Theatreland, Covent Garden or London's business districts in the square mile. Tucked away in an intimate, contemporary space just beyond the reception of Apex Temple Court Hotel, Chambers Restaurant is perfect for any occasion. Chambers' menu is focused yet diverse: Canape options set the table for traditional mains with a modern twist, as the culinary team covers the spectrum of European cuisine. Chambers' unique settings include an artful main dining room with innovative lighting schemes and a charming outdoor dining space in the hotel's courtyard, surrounded by historic Temple Court buildings.

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  • Disability Support Worker for disabled young man
    Disability Support Worker for disabled young man
    25 days ago
    £15–£17 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Job Description We are looking for a support worker / carer to join the nice and very professional lovely team around a young friendly disabled man who lives at home with his family and dog. The young man has very complex health needs and is non verbal. Ideally you can take on 2 waking nights and 2 day shifts (minimum of 37.5 hours or more per week). This is a full time position. We would ideally hope to find someone who is flexible to occasionally take on extra shifts. The existing team is fair with each other to also cover equal time covering some weekends and holidays like Christmas and of course cover for each other during their colleagues holidays and if one of the team is ill. The perfect candidate for this position would be someone who has a strong interest in working with a very friendly disabled young man. Is openminded and does not mind to learn. This position could suit student of a related subject like nursing, psychology, physiotherapy, social work etc. The waking night shifts are to keep him safe and take care of all health needs and alert the parents in case of a seizure or if there is any other emergency. Each waking night shift is 13 hours long. 20.00 -09.00. We feel consecutive nights work best. We need to cover either Thursday & Friday or Sunday & Monday or Tuesday & Wednesday. Let us know in your application which nights work best for you and if you are interested in only covering 2 regular nights (26 hours per week) next to studies or if you are interested in the full time position (2 regular waking nights plus 2 day shifts). Day shifts are mostly 8 hours long (sometimes a bit longer). Day shifts start either at 8.30 or at 13.30 for the afternoon shift. The candidate needs to be physically really fit & strong with good balance and not too petite as the young person needs a lot of support as he has a movement disorder, severe epilepsy, profound autism, is non verbal and has other health needs additionally but likes to walk (and this with a lot of support). Training through shadowing will be provided. Most training in the first few weeks will be solely during daytime until confident enough to take on night shadowing. We would like to find someone who can accept this position as their only job. This position is very different from care home jobs as it is in his home with his family. About the young person He is a very friendly and active profoundly autistic young man / teenager who is non verbal. He is very friendly and not aggressive. He can walk short distances but only with a lot of support, otherwise he is in a wheelchair. His communication is mainly through pointing and pictures of reference and he is taught life skills 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 too. 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 - so waking nights could also be at hospital. As he has a movement disorder he needs a lot of physical support. He lives with his family and also a dog. During the night you would have to be awake and vigilant and alert the family in case of a seizure. The nights are strictly waking and can easily turn into quite active nights when there is a health problem and the young man often needs to go to hospital then. For the correct candidate this is a good opportunity to learn. During the day his team needs to follow a clear health regime and also make sure he lives a fulfilled life - being in the community - cafes, pub lunches, visiting shops, going to the park, riding a disability bike and going to splash in the pool. The team also accompany him on holidays with his family. About You: 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 (please write in your own words and no AI :) Please understand we have to read so many CVs We would ideally hope to find someone who can be a bit flexible with the young person’s and his family’s schedule. We would like to find someone who has worked with special needs people before or is studying a related field. Preferably someone to work with a UTR number on a self-employed basis but if you needed a PAYE for visa reasons then this could be provided through a care agency we work with. You would need to be able to appreciate a person who has profound autism and treat him with dignity and kindness. You would be assisting him with everyday skills as well as bathing, toileting and sometimes assisting with a late dinner. 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. We would not consider someone who has a second job. 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. The team needs someone who can be flexible and sometime cover for other people in the team if they are away on holidays or ill. Ideally you are • able to commit for minimum a year., • Invoice at the end of every month, • Able to work legally in the UK, • A non smokers and non vaper., • dog friendly, • able to swim, • able to bicycle, • fit and able to walk distances pushing a wheelchair, • able to speak and write in English and communicate well with health professionals, • able to work some weekends and some days (or nights) at Christmas, • fit enough to support someone with a movement disorder., • able to take on training and advice by experienced team and family., • based in London - ideally north London. The pay rate if you work as a selfemployed person with a UTR number is £16 during training (£206 per night during training and probation) this increases to £17 per hour after completion of training (£221 per night after successful training and review). The pay rate increases to £18 per hour after successfully working with the young man for a minimum of 12 months (depending on review). You would have to commit to a minimum of 12 months. Gross income as a selfemployed person at minimum 37.5 hours per week would be £32,850 (if you took 6 weeks per year off for holidays). If you required a PAYE position - this can be provided by a care agency and the payrate hen would be £15 for training and then subsequently after training £16 per hour. Please: When you initially make contact - write a few sentences why you think this is a position that is interesting to you and why you are suitable as we otherwise will not know if we should arrange to speak. Also please • send post 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 can not reply without a brief explanation why you applied to this very specific position. We are based in Islington. 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)
    2 months ago
    £16–£17 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Job Description: Would you like to be part of a nice team of professionals around a disabled young man. We are hiring for a Support worker to cover both Waking night shifts and day shifts to support a 19 year young person who has epilepsy, PMLD, is non verbal, has a movement disorder and additional health needs. He lives at home with his family and dog. We will need to find someone to take on 2 regular waking nights and 2 day shifts per week. The nights are strictly waking nights to keep him safe and take care of all health needs and alert the parents in case of a seizure or if there is any other emergency. Each waking night shift is 13 hours long. 20.00 -09.00. We feel consecutive nights work best. We need to cover either Thursday & Friday or Sunday & Monday. Let us know in your application which nights work best for you and if you are interested in covering only the 2 waking nights (26 hours per week) or would also be happy to take on day shifts (day shifts are mostly 8 hours long. We would not consider someone to take on only day shifts. This position works for someone who has a strong interest in working with disabled and autistic people. We hope to find someone who has worked with special needs people before and / or is studying a related field. We would ideally hope to find someone who is flexible to occasionally take on extra shifts and who has some availability during weekends and the Christmas period. The pay rate is £16 during training (£206 during training and probation) this increases to £17 per hour (£221 per night after probation). Bank holidays are paid at double rate. 6 months probation. The minimum hours per week are 26 hours (if part time), Fulltime the minimum amount of hours will be 37.5 hours per week. There is always the possibility for more hours. The team is fair with each other to also cover some weekends and holidays like Christmas and of course they cover for each others holidays and if someone is ill. We would prefer someone to work with a UTR number on a self-employed basis but if you needed a PAYE then this could be provided through a care agency we work with. 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 (please write in your own words and no AI :) . Importantly we need to find someone who can also support during some of the Christmas period and Easter. 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 young man with a movement disorder. Please let us know in your application if you are interested to cover only nights or also day shifts. Most training during the first few weeks will be during the days and only after a few weeks be waking night training. Please before you apply read the full ad. Thank you. 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. His communication is mainly through pictures of reference and he is taught life skills 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 too. 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 - so waking nights could also be at hospital. 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 and would be far more active even during waking nights. You would be assisting him with everyday skills as well as bathing, toileting and sometimes assisting with a late dinner. 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. We would not consider someone who has a second job. 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 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 and write in English., • Be strong and fit, • 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. Application question(s): • Do you have some availability during the Christmas period?, • Please let us know why you applied for this specific position. Education: • Certificate of Higher Education (required) Experience: • working with individuals with disabilities: 1 year (required) Language: • English (required) Licence/Certification: • enhanced DBS (required) Work authorisation: • United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person

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