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  • Personal Care Assistant
    Personal Care Assistant
    4 days ago
    £15 hourly
    Part-time
    Enfield

    About the Role We are seeking a compassionate, reliable, and adaptable Personal Care Assistant to support an elderly disabled female living with Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis and diabetes. This is a direct employment role (not through an agency) providing personalised, one-to-one care within their own home. The available shift: Saturday and Sunday, 8 pm to 4 am. The successful applicant must be flexible to cover Bank Holidays, annual leave and sickness. This is an unsupervised role with accountability for a variety of personal, medical, domestic, and social care tasks to ensure independence, dignity, and high-quality living standards are maintained. Excellent collaboration and communication with family members, community service and healthcare professionals and the team are essential requirements of the role. The contract and term of employment is subject to satisfactory references, probation period, right to work verification, DBS check, health assessment, and successful completion of the required training programme(s). Key Responsibilities • Provide personal care including washing, dressing, incontinence care (catheter), PEG feeding (Pump and Bolus), and medication administration (including sharps)., • Close monitoring and observation of health condition; escalating health-related concerns and emergencies accordingly., • Accurate recording and completion of care records and medication reports., • Perform manual handling tasks safely using appropriate equipment (hoists, wheelchairs, slide sheets)., • Maintain a clean, hygienic environment: cleaning, laundry and equipment sanitation., • Monitor and replenish personal care and household stocks, and re-order supplies., • Work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, with flexibility to cover additional shifts and public holidays., • Participate in ongoing training, development, and supervision; undergo Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and health assessment checks as appropriate., • Offer companionship and emotional support and assist with social visits or outings., • Other reasonable duties within the scope of the role. Person Specification (Essential Criteria) • Fluent in spoken and written English., • Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills., • Proficient user of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel)., • Excellent multi-tasker with the ability to balance competing priorities, apply sound judgment and initiative., • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work unsupervised and within a team., • Reliable and proven ability to follow direction, learn and adapt to change quickly., • Experience handling confidential material and information with tact and discretion. (Desirable Criteria) • First Aid qualification (or willingness to obtain one)., • Prior social care and safeguarding experience., • Full UK driving licence., • Resides locally or within reasonable travel distance. We reserve the right to stop taking applications earlier than the advertised closing date.

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  • Recruiter
    Recruiter
    11 days ago
    Part-time
    Nine Elms, London

    About the Role We’re offering a genuine, flexible, home-based opportunity in partnership with Utility Warehouse, a multi-award-winning FTSE 250 company currently in a strong growth phase. This is a self-employed, commission-based role with uncapped earning potential—ideal if you’re looking to earn extra income alongside your current job, business, or family life. What You’ll Do • Help households save money on essential home services, • Work flexibly around your schedule (we suggest ~5 hours per week, more if you choose), • Build an additional income stream at your own pace, • What’s Included, • Full training, mentoring, and ongoing support (no experience needed), • No product selling, no stock, no pressure, • Flexible hours – you’re in control, • Earnings (good potential reflects your works and time ), • Passive income (good to hight potential, reflect your works and time), • Typical earnings: £500–£2,000+ per month depending on time effort and works, • Around £250 per household you help (on average), • No cap on earnings, plus bonuses and incentives, • Why It’s Worth It: This role can help you support others while also helping yourself—for example, contributing towards household costs like energy and home bills, or saving for goals such as holidays, events, or long-term plans., • Who It Suits: Perfect for professionals, parents, teachers, business owners, or anyone with a positive, “can-do” attitude who wants a flexible way to increase their income.

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  • Residential Support Worker - OFSTED Children's Home
    Residential Support Worker - OFSTED Children's Home
    18 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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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    23 days ago
    £33000–£45000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    A Mayfair based HNWC client requires the following: Please send your Cv to the email address below only if you fit ALL the criteria as specified by the client's preferences.: Closing Date 19th Thursday March 2026 PRIVATE HOUSEHOLD RECRUITMENT BRIEF Position: Chef / Cook (Live-Out) & Housemaid (Live-Out) TRIAL DETAILS Trial Dates: 4th or 5th April (one week) Trial Hours: 12 hours per day Trial Compensation: Hourly rate + overtime pay after the 12th hour Note: No additional benefits are provided during the trial week POSITION OVERVIEW We are seeking a skilled and personable Chef or Cook & Housemaid for a private household based in London, with travel to Southampton as required. The ideal candidate will bring culinary versatility, cultural sensitivity, and a warm, adaptable personality to a dynamic household environment. HOUSEHOLD PROFILE Household Size: Family of 4 — parents and two sons (aged 21 and 16) Lifestyle: Busy and dynamic; family members are rarely all home at the same time. The eldest son attends university. Dining Style: Informal; family members eat at varying times throughout the day Hosting: Infrequent and casual; occasional gatherings of up to 8 guests KEY CULINARY REQUIREMENTS Primary Cuisine: South Indian cooking — must be proficient, this is the core requirement Predominantly vegetarian; occasional non-vegetarian dishes (chicken and fish) Additional Cuisines (advantageous): Japanese, Italian, and/or Chinese cuis CANDIDATE PROFILE Essential: Asian British passport holder only!! Personal Attributes: Warm, friendly, Collaborative — comfortable working alongside other household staff including personal assistants, a secretary (occasional), housekeeper, butler, and driver DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Daily cooking and meal preparation tailored to family preferences and schedules Grocery shopping and sourcing of required ingredients Proactive stock management — maintaining minimum stock levels while avoiding waste; especially important given frequent principal travel and dynamic scheduling Cleaning and tidying of kitchen and all cooking equipment after use Flexibility to cater to individual schedules and dietary needs within the household HOUSEHOLD STANDARDS & ETIQUETTE Shoes are not permitted inside the household Dress code is smart-casual (jeans acceptable provided they are neat and appropriate) The working environment is relaxed but respectful TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS Primary work locations: London and Southampton Occasional travel to Europe and the United States when the position is required outside London All travel, accommodation, and related expenses are fully covered for assignments outside London CONTRACT & COMPENSATION Contract Length:6 months (if trial is successful and candidate is a match) Salary Band: Sous Chef / Cook level: £33,000 – £35,000 per annum Chef level: £45,000 – £50,000 per annum Salary offered will reflect experience and culinary level

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  • Door to Door Fundraiser
    Door to Door Fundraiser
    1 month ago
    £10–£20 hourly
    Full-time
    Croydon

    Door-to-Door Fundraiser – Flexible Work – £10–£20+ per hour Immediate start available. Training provided. Please note: This role involves travelling across London daily and starting each shift in Croydon. Please only apply if you are comfortable with daily travel and commuting. You will also need mobile data while working, as you will be required to use specific apps during your shifts. We are looking for confident and motivated individuals to join our team as fundraisers across London. Role Overview: You’ll be speaking with members of the public across different areas of London, including local shops and households, to raise support for our campaign. You will be encouraging people to make one-off donations or sign up for a small monthly subscription. The main base is in Croydon, where you will collect your equipment in the morning and return it at the end of your shift. The fundraising work itself will take place in various locations across London. Responsibilities: • Door-to-door fundraising (shops and residential areas), • Speaking with members of the public about the campaign, • Encouraging one-off donations or monthly subscriptions, • Working in different locations across London Requirements: • Confident speaking to people, • Positive and outgoing attitude, • Self-motivated and reliable, • Comfortable working in a target-driven, face-to-face environment, • Comfortable travelling across London and commuting to Croydon daily What We Offer: • Flexible working schedule, • Full-time and part-time opportunities available, • Commission-based earnings (£10–£20+ per hour typical earnings), • Uncapped earnings — top performers earn significantly more

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