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  • Care / Support Worker
    Care / Support Worker
    15 days ago
    £16 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    We are looking for a Waking night and day shift support worker / carer to join the lovely team around our 19 year old son who has epilepsy and profound autism, is non verbal and has additional health needs. He lives at home with his family and dog. We will need someone to take on both daytime hours as well as cover 1-2 waking nights per week. We need to cover the following waking nights: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at the moment. These night supports are strictly waking nights. You would often work together with other team members to engage him in every day activities and to take him out into the community. But you would also need to take on sole charge after training. He can walk short distances but otherwise uses a wheel chair. He likes to go to the park, shopping, cafe and sometimes some planned activities all with a lot of support. His communication is mainly through pictures of reference and is taught with ABA principles. His ABA consultant is training the You would be expected to attend those team meetings. He sometimes is also tired and unwell after a seizure or other illness and will then just need care and nurturing and patience. He also sometimes has hospital stays which requires patience. You would be assisting him with everyday skills and activities as well as feeding, bathing and toileting. Ideally you have experience with catheterisation and peresteen as well as PEG feeding too. But we can also train you. On normal days he needs support workers to be patient, fun and also strong as he is a lanky teenager who does need a lot of physical support. You would need to be able to appreciate a person who has profound autism and treat him with dignity. When working a waking overnight you will need to make sure that he is safe and alert parents in case of a seizure. This position also involves keeping his environment generally tidy and clean and help with his laundry. Please only people who are dog friendly apply. Please only non smokers and non vapers apply. You should be responsible, cheerful, honest and very reliable, physically strong and healthy as he needs a lot of support. You will be trained by members of the team and the education consultant and be taught the principles of ABA - a behaviour therapy. 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. You would need to be flexible and sometime cover for other people in the team if they are away on holidays or ill. Ideally you would work with a UTR number on a self-employed basis or if needed because of a visa through an agency with a PAYE (we can help with this). You should: • Apply with cover letter, CV, DBS and relevant references, • Commit for minimum a year., • Invoice at the end of every month, • Able to work legally in the UK, • Be based in London We are based in Islington. Please reply explaining why you are interested (and please read full advertisement before), then also upload your CV and lateron we need relevant references and a copy of your DBS. Weekly hours: minimum 26 hours (often more) or if full-time minimum 37.5 hours. please indicate in your application if you are after full or part time (can work with UTR or only PAYE) interested in both day and night shifts or only night shifts (we can not hire anyone who is not interested in the night shift). This is not a second job possibility (we would like to find someone who takes on this position as their only job even if it can only be part time because of studies. Starting Date: for training Asap. Training first only days time. All training done through shadowing. We look forward to hearing from you.

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  • Care / Support Worker
    Care / Support Worker
    1 month 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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  • Support Worker
    Support Worker
    2 months 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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  • waking night support for disabled teen
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    waking night support for disabled teen
    1 day ago
    £16 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    We are looking for a Waking Night support worker / Carer to join a lovely team around our 18 year old teenager who has epilepsy, non verbal autism and additional health needs. We would need someone to take on 2 waking nights per week – the nights we need covering are the nights we need covering are Wednesday and Thursday. These are 13 hour night shifts in the family home of the young man. These shifts are strictly waking nights to spot seizures (with video monitor and heart rate monitor). We are looking for someone experienced. On waking night shifts you need sufficient time to rest as you will need to be awake and alert during the waking night shifts. This position can not be taken as a second position next to a full time job. There is the for more hours with either an occasional extra night or day time shifts. We ideally need someone who legally can work more than 20 hours per week. It might be suitable for a student of a related field (medical, Psychology or anything health related). You would often work together with other team members at the beginning or end of your shift (eg for bath time). Day shifts might available too on occasion. You would be assisting the young man with everyday skills and activities as well as feeding, bathing and toileting. It would be preferable if you are experienced with IC catheterisation otherwise we will train you. When working a waking overnight you will need to make sure that he is safe and alert parents in case of a seizure. You need to tidy and keep his environment clean and tidy. You should be responsible, cheerful, honest and very reliable and physically strong (relatively tall) and healthy as he needs a lot of support and is immune compromised. You will be trained by members of the experienced team in all of his health needs but also the principles of ABA - a behaviour therapy. You will need to attend some of the team meetings too. There will be a general schedule but you will still need to be a bit flexible and sometime cover for other people in the team. You should: • Commit for minimum a year., • ideally be self-employed., • Invoice at the end of every month, • Able to work legally in the UK, • Be based in London, • Non Smokers and non Vapers only., • Needs to be comfortable with dogs. The position is based in north London. Please reply with a small cover letter explaining why you are interested (and please read full advertisement), send us your CV. Lateron we will need relevant references and a copy of your DBS. Salary Offered: £16 per hour or £208 per 13 hour night shift. Starting Date: for initial daytime training Asap. We look forward to hearing from you.

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  • Kitchen Porter
    Kitchen Porter
    1 month ago
    £12–£13 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    We are looking for exceptional Kitchen Porters staff to join our family! The Role of a Kitchen Porter is simple… to aid the Chefs and kitchen team within food preparation duties and setting up the kitchen ahead of service. Role requires Washing up, Cleaning the kitchen, food prep, any other duties the chefs require. Responsibilities: Keep the kitchen and store areas clean and tidy · Washing up, cleaning and clearing all kitchen areas · Emptying bins, sweeping and mopping floors · Use of cleaning products in a safe manner · To follow cleaning procedures including use of equipment · Ensure the hygiene, cleanliness and tidiness of the kitchen and food counters achieve total customer satisfaction and meet company standards · Follow all Health and Safety requirements for the Kitchen including food storage, manual handling · Disposing of any waste following the guidelines given · Restock the cupboards and fridges when the stock arrive · Supports the Chefs with the running of the Kitchen We are looking for a team player who is: Enthusiastic with a ‘can do’ attitude Able to work well under pressure Respectful to co-workers and customers Able to have an eye for detail and keep our venues beautiful Self-motivated to learn Punctual A good planner and organiser Great at communication Able to problem solve and has sound judgement Cinquecento Employee Benefits: Cinquecento 25% family dining discount Free pizza/meals for each full shift worked Paycare health wellbeing services - including My Pocket GP, Paycare Counselling and Helpline, Paycare Perks and Online Claiming Wage Stream financial wellbeing services - including Pay and Spend tracking, Flexible Pay, Automated Building and Financial Coaching Performance related bonuses (non-contractual) Tronc/Gratuities Pension scheme (subject to eligibility) Full training and certification on health and safety, food courses and wines Opportunity to learn about traditional Italian cuisine Career Development Full uniform provided Lockers provided

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