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  • Immediate Social Care
    Care Assistant / Carer
    Care Assistant / Carer
    6 hours ago
    £13–£14 hourly
    Full-time
    Croydon

    We are seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our team as Care Assistants. In this role, you will provide essential care and support to our clients, ensuring their comfort and well-being. Responsibilities include: • Assisting clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming., • Providing companionship and emotional support., • Helping with mobility and any physical exercises as required., • Monitoring and reporting any changes in clients' health or behavior., • Maintaining a safe and clean environment for clients. Qualifications: • Previous experience in a similar role is preferred but not essential., • A caring and patient nature., • Strong communication skills., • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Join us in making a positive difference in the lives of those we care for.

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  • Blackshaw Nursery
    Childcare Practitioner
    Childcare Practitioner
    1 day ago
    £25532 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    We are looking for reliable, nurturing and enthusiastic childcare practitioners to work with us. The practitioner will be responsible for providing high quality care and education to children in a group setting. Daily tasks include planning and implementing age appropriate activities, ensuring health and safety standards, promoting children's physical,emotional and social development. You will also engage with parents and caregivers. Staff work an 8 hour day which includes a lunch break and various shifts are worked on a weekly basis. The nursery is open from 7am -6pm.

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  • MUTHAPUPPA
    Retail Assistant
    Retail Assistant
    7 days ago
    £12.21 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Role: Retail Assistant Employment: Part-time Salary: £12.21 per hour (National Living Wage, April 2025) Contracted Hours: Friday – Sunday, 15.5 hours per week shifts Location: Northcote Road, Battersea SW11 Reports to: Giuseppe / Founder About MUTHAPUPPA MUTHAPUPPA is building the UK’s most loved chain of independent pet shops. We’ve recently launched the UK’s first mobile pet shop; a modern and innovative retail space with 250+ carefully chosen products that are healthy and safe for dogs. Every purchase helps fund our dog rescue and rehoming work. The Role This role is for someone who genuinely enjoys connecting with people and who loves dogs. As a Retail Assistant, you’ll help run the shop from Friday through Sunday, welcoming and serving customers, keeping the space tidy and stocked. You’ll work with the founder for a training period of one month, and then work independently, so reliability, care, and confidence are key. What You’ll Do Open / close the shop on time Welcome every customer (human and dog) with warmth and care Help customers choose the right products for their dogs Take payments using our POS system accurately (we're cashless, so no till or cashing up to deal with!) Keep shelves stocked and displays looking their best Receive deliveries and restock products Keep the shop clean, tidy and safe throughout the day Capture photos and videos for social media (products, dogs, behind-the-scenes moments) Follow basic health and safety guidance Treat every person and dog with patience, respect and understanding About You You enjoy connecting with people You love dogs and enjoy spending time around them Friendly, trustworthy and confident talking to people Organised and tidy, with good attention to detail Punctual Confident using a smartphone for photos and video Comfortable lifting light boxes (up to 15 kg) and standing for long periods Retail or customer service experience is helpful but not essential Hours We’re open Friday to Sunday, and each team member will work one shift per day (morning or afternoon), averaging 15.5 hours per week: Friday: 8am to 1pm or 1pm to 6pm Saturday: 7.30am to 1pm or 1pm to 6.30pm Sunday: 8am to 1pm or 1pm to 6pm Health, Safety and Equality Follow simple safety procedures to keep yourself and others safe Report any hazards or accidents straight away Treat everyone fairly and with respect MUTHAPUPPA is an equal-opportunity employer. Our mobile shop is on wheels and accessed by steps, which makes the working environment unsuitable for anyone who requires step-free access. All applicants are considered fairly and equally based on their skills and experience. Why Join MUTHAPUPPA You'll get all dog products at COST PRICE for the entire duration of your employment with us. Spend your weekends surrounded by dogs and dog people Be part of a growing local business with a clear purpose Supportive founders and consistent hours The role has room to develop as the business grows To apply, please email your CV and a short note about why you’d be a great fit. DON'T FORGET TO FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA!

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  • Alignedge Solutions Limited
    Early Years Practitioner
    Early Years Practitioner
    2 months ago
    £25000–£29000 yearly
    Full-time
    Croydon

    Job Title: Early Years Practitioner Location: CR0 2EF (Croydon) Hours: Full-time Contract: Permanent Sponsorship: Not available About the Role: We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner to join our nursery team on a full-time, permanent basis. The successful candidate will play a key role in providing high-quality care and education for children, supporting their learning and development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Key Responsibilities: Provide a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for children. Plan and deliver engaging activities in line with EYFS. Support the emotional, social, and educational development of children. Build strong, positive relationships with parents, carers, and colleagues. Observe, assess, and record children’s progress. Maintain the highest standards of health, safety, and safeguarding. Requirements: Level 3 Early Years Educator (or equivalent) qualification – essential. Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting. Good knowledge and understanding of the EYFS. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Must live within a reasonable distance of CR0 2EF (Croydon). Must have the right to work in the UK – no sponsorship available. What We Offer: A friendly and supportive team environment. Opportunities for professional development and training. Competitive salary (based on experience and qualifications). Job stability with a permanent, full-time position. Please only apply if you have a Level 3 Qualification or above in Childcare. We won’t accept candidates without this qualification.

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