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  • senior support staff, supported accommodation
    senior support staff, supported accommodation
    2 days ago
    £24000–£27000 yearly
    Full-time
    Dagenham

    The Role We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Senior Support Worker to join our dynamic team. We are recruiting for LSL Gorseway which is an all female unit. You will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality care, leading by example, and supporting both service users and staff. This is an exciting opportunity if you are seriously looking to take the next step in your career and make a real difference. Key Responsibilities • Provide person-centred support to service users, promoting independence and choice, • Report writing and documentation., • tracking young people's expenses & reporting., • Recruitment training/induction of newly employed staff., • Lead, motivate, and supervise a team of support workers, • Conduct supervision meetings with staff., • Ensure clients’ assessment and risk management., • Develop and implement care plans in partnership with service users and professionals, • Conduct engaging work sessions to achieve support goals., • Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and all relevant legislation, • Oversee medication administration and accurate record-keeping, • Respond to emergencies and resolve issues as they arise About You • Minimum 2 years experience in a support worker or similar role (essential), • Experience of leading teams to achieve team goals., • NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards), • Strong communication, and organisational skills, • A caring, empathetic, and patient approach, • An understanding of Equality and Diversity in service delivery., • An understanding of The Supported Accommodation (England) Regulations 2023., • Have excellent people and administrative management skills., • Must have excellent decision Making & Problem Solving skills, • Have person-centred support or care skills., • Thrive on change and enjoy dynamic diverse environments., • Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins as required, • Must be ready to work out of office hours and during weekends., • Right to work in the UK What We Offer • Competitive salary and benefits package, • Ongoing training and career development opportunities, • Supportive and inclusive working environment, • Pension scheme, • Free car parking space How to Apply If you are ready to make a positive impact and join a team that values your skills and dedication, we would love to hear from you! Lighthouse SL is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

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  • Festival Crew - UK Wide!
    Festival Crew - UK Wide!
    3 days ago
    £12.71–£17 hourly
    Full-time
    Whitehall, Westminster

    DOME creates exciting, high-energy places where people come together, spanning nationwide festivals, meanwhile spaces on the Southbank, pop-ups, catering, and events across London, alongside our two Truffle Burger restaurants in central London. We design, deliver, and operate vibrant, food-led destinations, working with our own in-house brands and a curated network of national and international partners. Our brands are quick-service and crowd-led, known for decadent, delicious and creative menus. By bringing together independent concepts under one roof, we create memorable, high-impact experiences that activate spaces and attract diverse audiences. Our teams span six street food brands within an immersive, traveling food hall across two floors. Each quick-service food brand operates from its own converted kitchen unit and is run by a close-knit team of around 10 people. You'll be part of a smaller team focused on one brand, while also working alongside a larger, collaborative food hall team. We're looking for • Experienced festival + quick-service pros only -- you must have worked on food units at speed and volume., • Available full-time for the full season (May--September 2026)., • Full legal right to work in the UK for full-time work., • Confident, resourceful, and ready for an intense, unforgettable summer! • Unit Managers -- kitchen/chef-manager background, people-focused, on top of every moving part., • Supervisors -- able to run shifts, manage 6--11 staff, support managers with admin., • Line Cooks -- fast, clean, organised; grill experience essential., • Front of House -- manage massive queues, know the menu, deliver energetic, memorable service. You can expect • Big, fast, high adrenaline fuelled shifts - typically double shifts., • Camping, travelling, and working alongside your team all summer., • Major UK festivals from London to the South Coast and Manchester to Glasgow., • A summer of music, connections, great food and serious graft. What we provide • Camping equipment and accommodation (camper vans welcome), • Competitive pay for seasoned festival workers, • Sales-based bonuses If you thrive in fast service, love festivals, and can commit to the whole season --- we want to hear from you, wherever you are in the UK!

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  • Home Care Worker
    Home Care Worker
    4 days ago
    £18–£20 hourly
    Full-time
    New Beckenham, Bromley

    Are you an experienced carer looking for flexible self-employed work in London? Eden Homecare 247 Ltd is an introductory care agency based in Bromley, South East London. We connect experienced, self-employed carers with clients who need support in their own homes across London. HOW IT WORKS: We introduce you to clients in your area. You agree your hours and rate directly with the client and work for them on a self-employed basis. We handle the matching so you don't have to find clients yourself. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR: • Experienced care workers (domiciliary, residential or similar), • Compassionate, reliable and professional, • Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one), • Right to work in the UK, • Good communication skills EXPERIENCE WELCOMED IN: • Personal care and domiciliary care, • Dementia and Alzheimer's care, • Palliative and end of life care, • Physical disabilities, • Mental health support, • Learning disabilities, • Post-hospital recovery care DESIRABLE (not essential): • NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care, • Driving licence and own vehicle, • Additional languages spoken WHAT YOU GET: • Flexible working — you set your own hours and availability, • You work directly for the client — you are your own boss, • Earn £13.00 - £16.00 per hour, • We introduce you to clients — no need to find work yourself, • Register and manage your profile online in minutes, • Supportive team who genuinely understand care IMPORTANT — SELF-EMPLOYED ROLE: This is a self-employed position. You will work directly for the client and invoice them for your hours. Eden Homecare 247 Ltd acts as an introductory agency only.

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  • Residential Support Worker - OFSTED Children's Home
    Residential Support Worker - OFSTED Children's Home
    10 days ago
    £13.85–£14 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Background: Inspire Hope have an exciting opportunity for Residential Support Workers to join a new Children’s Residential Home caring for children aged 8 - 17 years in Norbury, South West London. Inspire Hope provides a specialist and comprehensive 24-hour/52-week placement for vulnerable young people who require Residential Care, which offers a child-centered and individualised approach that is bespoke to each young person, within a homely environment in South West London. We are a children’s home provider in Norbury, London, SW16. About the Role: Inspire Hope are currently looking to recruit Residential Support Workers for a 3 bedded Children’s home in Norbury (EBD). As a Residential Support Worker, you will be a major part of a dedicated team, providing care and support to young people with the aim of helping them develop the skills and resilience needed to become confident, capable adults, and achieve their full potential in life. You will play a key role in ensuring that each young person in your care is supported emotionally, socially, and practically as they work towards their personal goals. Your responsibilities will include assisting with day-to-day activities, helping children navigate their education, and supporting them in building life skills for independence. You will foster a safe, nurturing environment where each individual can grow at their own pace. Collaborating with other professionals, you will assist in implementing and reviewing personalised care plans, ensuring the young people’s needs are met with compassion and respect. You will also help manage and resolve challenging behaviours in a calm and constructive way, promoting positive outcomes for the young people in your care. Your role will involve regular record-keeping and report-writing to ensure accurate documentation of each child’s progress. Key Responsibilities: • Provide day-to-day care and emotional and social support to children and young people. Building meaningful relationships with the children and encouraging their interaction with peers and adults within the community., • Assist with emotional, educational, and social development., • Promote and maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming environment. Assisting the children with their daily living needs in accordance with their care plans., • Support children in managing their behaviour, addressing any emotional or behavioural difficulties., • Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and other professionals to create and implement care plans., • Attend regular training and development opportunities to enhance your skills., • Ensure all administrative tasks, such as record-keeping and reports, are completed to a high standard, such as Maintaining meticulous records of events, observations, progress, child protection matters, and health and safety checks., • Be flexible and prepared to take on additional hours as needed to meet the needs of the children., • Domestic duties: Conducting household tasks and involving the children when appropriate, including planning, shopping, and preparing meals to ensure a varied and balanced diet. Essential Requirements: • Experience in residential childcare or a similar care setting (required)., • Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check – or willingness to obtain one (required), • A compassionate, patient, and proactive approach to care., • Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with children and colleagues., • Ability to manage challenging situations with confidence and professionalism., • Good knowledge around Children’s Homes Regulations including the quality standards., • An understanding and knowledge of relevant legislation and Ofsted regulation., • Driving licence (preferable)

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  • Care / Support Worker
    Care / Support Worker
    17 days ago
    Full-time
    Finsbury Park, London

    We are seeking compassionate and reliable Care Assistants to join our team. As a Care Assistant, you will provide essential care and support to clients in their own homes, promoting their independence, health, and well-being. You will be a key part of our dedicated team, helping to deliver care that is respectful, dignified, and meets the individual needs of each client. Key Responsibilities: Provide personal care to clients, including assistance with bathing, dressing, toileting, and grooming. Assist with mobility, including moving and positioning clients safely. Support clients with meal preparation, feeding, and hydration. Administer medications as directed and in accordance with care plans. Help with light housekeeping duties, such as cleaning, laundry, and maintaining a safe and tidy environment. Provide companionship and emotional support, promoting mental and social well-being. Communicate effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure the highest standard of care. Document care activities and maintain accurate client records. Follow all policies, procedures, and health and safety guidelines. Qualifications and Skills: Previous experience in a care role is desirable but not essential; training will be provided. A caring, empathetic nature and a passion for helping others. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle is preferred but not mandatory.

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  • Festival Crew
    Festival Crew
    1 month ago
    £17 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Join DOME on Tour – Summer 2026 as we hit the biggest music festivals across the UK with our brands: Truffle Burger, Frank* Hot Dogs, Meraki Greek, Okko Katsu and Lucky’s Chicken. Twelve teams. 7 people per team. Huge crowds, huge volume, huge fun. DOME creates exciting, high-energy places where people come together, spanning nationwide festivals, meanwhile spaces on the Southbank, pop-ups, catering, and events across London, alongside our two Truffle Burger restaurants in central London. We design, deliver, and operate vibrant, food-led destinations, working with our own in-house brands and a curated network of national and international partners. Our brands are quick-service and crowd-led, known for decadent, delicious and creative menus. By bringing together independent concepts under one roof, we create memorable, high-impact experiences that activate spaces and attract diverse audiences. Each summer, we build dedicated teams to work across London’s biggest and best-loved festivals, running experience-led food halls with our six in-house brands. What begins in London’s street-food scene becomes a full festival season, working alongside a large team to build vibrant food spaces and deliver high-energy service to huge crowds. Festival life is fast-paced and demanding, with long shifts and big volumes, but it’s also hugely rewarding. You’ll work closely with your team throughout the summer, sharing late nights, headline artists, crew access, and the kind of moments and friendships that only come from festival life. It’s hard work, high adrenaline, and completely unforgettable — a season you’ll remember long after the final service. We’re looking for • Experienced festival + quick-service pros only – you must have worked on food units at speed and volume., • Available full-time for the full season (May–September 2026)., • Full legal right to work in the UK for full-time work., • Confident, resourceful, and ready for an intense, unforgettable summer!, • Unit Managers – kitchen/chef-manager background, people-focused, on top of every moving part., • Supervisors – able to run shifts, manage 6–11 staff, support managers with admin., • Line Cooks – fast, clean, organised; grill experience essential., • Front of House – manage massive queues, know the menu, deliver energetic, memorable service. You can expect • Full time - permanent roles - career progression when the Summer ends., • Big, fast, high adrenaline fueled shifts - typically double shifts., • Camping, travelling, and working alongside your team all summer., • Major UK festivals from London to the South Coast and Manchester to Glasgow., • A summer of music, connections, great food and serious graft. What we provide • Camping equipment and accommodation (camper vans welcome), • Uniform & training, • Competitive pay for seasoned festival workers, • Sales-based bonuses If you thrive in fast service, love festivals, and can commit to the whole season - apply now!

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  • Support Worker
    Support Worker
    1 month ago
    £12.73–£14.85 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Buddy Support Worker - Travel & Safety Escort Location: SW15 area and surrounding locations Job Type: Part-Time (Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays + occasional weekends) Pay: From £12.73 per hour (dependent on experience) Are you a reliable, caring individual with a passion for supporting others to live independently? We’re looking for a Buddy Support Worker to join our team and provide safe travel escorts for a client between their home, workplace, and family home across the SW15 area. What you’ll do: Escort the client from their home to work at nominated times (varies between 11am or 1pm starts) on Wednesdays and Thursdays, and collect them at the end of the day. On Fridays: Escort the client from their home/work to their family home at the agreed time, ensuring safe arrival. On Mondays: Pick up the client from their family home and escort them back to their main home at the nominated time. Provide occasional additional travel escorts on weekends (as required) at agreed times, ensuring safe return. Prioritise the client’s safety and wellbeing throughout all journeys, using public transport or walking routes (as agreed). Offer friendly, respectful support to help the client feel confident and comfortable while travelling. Communicate clearly with the client’s family and support team to update them on journeys and any concerns. What we’re looking for: Excellent communication skills and a calm, patient approach. Reliability and punctuality – you’ll be a key part of the client’s daily routine, especially with varying start times and weekly travel between homes and work. Knowledge of local travel routes in the SW15 area and surrounding locations (or willingness to learn quickly). A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the client’s independence. Previous experience in support work, care, or a similar role is preferred but not essential – full training will be provided. Enhanced DBS check required What we offer: Pay starting from £12.73 per hour. Set part-time days (Wed-Fri + Monday pick-ups) with varying start times (11am or 1pm) and occasional weekend work around clients schedule. The chance to make a real, positive difference in someone’s daily life. A friendly, inclusive working environment. If you’re ready to be a trusted support system for someone who values your help, we’d love to hear from you! We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Job Type: Part-time Work Location: On the road

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