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  • Care Assistant / Carer
    Care Assistant / Carer
    23 hours ago
    £12.6–£20 hourly
    Full-time
    Dartford

    A Care Assistant / Carer plays a crucial role in providing essential support and assistance to individuals in need, enabling them to maintain their independence and quality of life within their own homes or a care environment. This position is ideal for compassionate and dedicated individuals committed to making a positive difference. Key Responsibilities: • Assisting clients with personal care routines, including washing, dressing, and grooming., • Supporting mobility, transfers, and rehabilitation exercises as outlined in care plans., • Aiding with medication management, ensuring adherence to prescribed schedules., • Preparing nutritious meals and assisting with feeding, considering dietary requirements and preferences., • Providing companionship and emotional support, fostering a positive and engaging environment., • Performing light household duties to ensure a clean, safe, and comfortable living space., • Accurately recording care activities and promptly reporting any concerns or changes in a client's condition., • Collaborating effectively with family members, healthcare professionals, and other team members. Requirements: • A strong sense of empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for caring for others., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • The ability to work both autonomously and as an integral part of a team., • Reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic., • Prior experience in a care setting is advantageous, but comprehensive training will be provided to suitable candidates., • A willingness to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and relevant care qualifications.

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  • Nursery Manager
    Nursery Manager
    1 month ago
    £28000–£43000 yearly
    Full-time
    Northfleet

    Overview We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Nursery Manager to oversee daily operations within a vibrant early childhood education setting. The ideal candidate will possess strong management and leadership skills, with a passion for working with children and supporting their developmental needs. This role offers an opportunity to lead a team of childcare professionals, ensure high standards of care, and foster a nurturing environment for young learners. Applicants should be organised, communicative, and committed to delivering exceptional early years education. Responsibilities Lead and manage the nursery team, providing guidance, support, and supervision to ensure effective daily operations. Develop and implement educational programmes that promote children's development in line with early childhood education standards. Maintain compliance with all health and safety regulations, safeguarding policies, and licensing requirements. Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and staff to create a welcoming and inclusive environment. Organise staff rotas, oversee recruitment processes, and facilitate ongoing professional development opportunities. Monitor children's progress and maintain accurate records of development milestones. Manage administrative tasks including budgeting, resource procurement, and maintaining nursery documentation. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the quality of care and education provided. Experience Proven management experience within a nursery or early childhood education setting. Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team. Extensive experience working directly with children, preferably within childcare or nursery environments. Knowledge of early childhood development principles and relevant legislation. Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal. Valid driving licence is desirable for transporting resources or attending external meetings. Experience in working with diverse groups of children and families is advantageous. This role offers an engaging environment where you can make a meaningful difference in young lives while leading a dedicated team of childcare professionals. Job Type: Full-time

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