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  • Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home
    Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home
    1 month ago
    £50000–£70000 yearly
    Full-time
    Dagenham

    Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home Location: Dagenham Salary: £50,000–£70,000 Contract: Full-time | Permanent We are seeking a dedicated, experienced, and compassionate Residential Children’s Home Manager to lead the operation of our children’s home and provide outstanding care for the young people we support. This is a senior leadership role with overall responsibility for the safety, wellbeing, and development of children with complex needs. Acting as a strong and committed corporate parent, you will create a stable, nurturing, and therapeutic environment. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage the day-to-day running of the children’s home, ensuring a safe, warm, and structured environment, • Oversee staffing rotas, recruitment, and deployment to ensure consistent, high-quality care, • Manage budgets, resources, and the upkeep of the home to maintain high standards and financial sustainability Regulatory Compliance • Ensure full compliance with the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Ofsted Quality Standards, • Maintain inspection readiness at all times and respond effectively to Ofsted inspections and action plans, • Ensure all policies, procedures, and records meet statutory and organisational requirements Child Welfare and Care • Oversee the development, implementation, and review of individual care plans, placement plans, and risk assessments, • Safeguard and promote the welfare of all children and young people, • Support children through emotional, behavioural, and crisis situations using trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches Staff Leadership and Development • Lead, supervise, and support a team of residential care staff, • Manage staff performance, supervision, development, and quality of care delivery, • Foster a reflective, supportive, and accountable team culture Partnership Working • Work collaboratively with social workers, local authorities, families, education providers, and health professionals, • Act as the main point of contact for external agencies and commissioners, • Advocate for children and ensure their voices are central to all decision-making What We’re Looking For • Experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager within a children’s residential care setting, • A completed Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Children’s Services, or enrolment with a commitment to completion within an agreed timeframe, • Strong understanding of safeguarding, Ofsted frameworks, and regulatory compliance, • A child-centred, resilient, and reflective leader with a trauma-informed approach, • Confidence in managing staff performance, supervision, and quality of care Requirements • Successful registration with Ofsted (or the ability to meet Ofsted registration requirements), • Minimum of 2 years’ experience leading, supervising, and managing a staff team within a children’s residential setting, • Completed Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management as a minimum requirement (or active enrolment within an agreed timeframe), • Proven ability to ensure compliance with the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards, • A clear and demonstrable commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people We Invite You to Apply If you are a passionate, resilient, and reflective leader who believes in providing children with safety, stability, and care that genuinely changes lives, we invite you to apply for this rewarding and impactful role.

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  • Mechanic / Greenkeeper
    Mechanic / Greenkeeper
    1 month ago
    £35000–£40000 yearly
    Full-time
    Ingrave

    EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN / YARD MANAGER Thorndon Park Golf Club is seeking an experienced Equipment Technician / Yard Manager (Mechanic Greenkeeper) to join its dedicated, hardworking, and progressive greenkeeping team. Established in 1920, Thorndon Park Golf Club is a prestigious members’ club located in Essex, just 10 minutes from Junction 29 of the M25. Designed by Harry Colt, the course offers excellent playing and working conditions and proudly holds a place within England’s Top 100 golf courses. The Role The Club operates a broad range of turf machinery and equipment. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the workshop, machinery, and yard, ensuring all equipment is maintained to the highest standards. During busy periods, such as annual renovations, you will assist with on-course greenkeeping duties and participate in a weekend rota of 1 in 4. Key Responsibilities • Manage the workshop, machinery fleet, and yard operations, • Plan and implement routine maintenance programmes in line with manufacturer specifications, • Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults, • Maintain accurate service, repair, and stock records, • Operate cylinder grinders to maintain cutting units to a high standard, • Carry out welding tasks using oxyacetylene, arc, and MIG equipment, • Assist with golf course maintenance duties when required Skills, Experience & Qualifications Applicants should demonstrate the following: • Level 3 qualification (or higher) in land-based technology, engineering, or similar, • Experience within the turf industry is an advantage, but not essential as training will be given, • Strong knowledge of Health & Safety regulations, • Excellent communication skills and a strong team ethic, • Experience managing workloads, stock control, and budgets, • A professional and modern approach to machinery and equipment maintenance Additional Information This role offers an excellent opportunity to work closely with a motivated greenkeeping team and further develop skills and training within a progressive club environment. While the responsibilities listed are key to the role, flexibility is required, and occasional duties outside the normal scope may be expected. Salary Negotiable depending on experience and qualifications.

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  • HGV Mechanic
    HGV Mechanic
    1 month ago
    £40000 yearly
    Full-time
    Barking

    We are currently recruiting a Qualified HGV Mechanic / Technician to join our busy and professional workshop team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced technician looking for stability, progression, and ongoing training within a well-established operation. The Role As an HGV Mechanic, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing a fleet of Heavy Goods Vehicles to ensure they remain safe, reliable, and fully compliant with DVSA regulations. Key Duties • Servicing, maintaining, and repairing HGVs and trailers, • Diagnosing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic faults, • MOT preparation, inspections, and defect rectification, • Carrying out safety checks, brake testing, and preventative maintenance, • Completing job cards and maintenance records accurately, • Ensuring all work meets DVSA and manufacturer standards, • Maintaining a clean and safe workshop environment Requirements • Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent), • Proven experience as an HGV Mechanic / Technician, • Full UK driving licence (HGV licence an advantage), • Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills, • Good understanding of health & safety and compliance standards, • Must have own Tools Desirable (but not essential) • Class 1 (C+E) or Class 2 (C) licence, • IRTEC accreditation, • Experience with modern diagnostic systems What We Offer • Competitive salary with overtime available, • Stable, long-term employment, • Company pension scheme, • Uniform and PPE provided

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  • Nursery Practitioner
    Nursery Practitioner
    2 months ago
    £12.75–£13.4 hourly
    Full-time
    Hornchurch

    Little Robins Nursery & Preschool is a warm, welcoming, and inspiring early years setting dedicated to helping children aged [birth to five] flourish. We provide a nurturing environment where every child can learn, explore, and grow, and where our staff are supported to develop their skills and careers. Job Purpose: We are looking for a qualified and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner to join our team. You will deliver high-quality care and education, ensuring children’s wellbeing, development, and happiness are always at the heart of your practice. Key Responsibilities: • Plan, deliver, and evaluate engaging learning experiences in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)., • Observe, assess, and record children’s development and progress, using this to inform your planning., • Ensure children’s health, safety, and welfare are prioritised at all times., • Build positive, professional relationships with children, parents, and colleagues., • Support children’s emotional, social, and cognitive development, encouraging independence and confidence., • Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating learning environment., • Contribute to reflective practice and the ongoing improvement of the nursery Person Specification: • Level 3 (or higher) Early Years Qualification (or equivalent)., • Experience in a nursery or early years setting., • Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development principles., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Passion for providing high-quality care and education., • 4-day working week, • Supportive, friendly, and professional team environment, • Opportunities for professional development and training

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