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Introduction We are looking for a dedicated, compassionate Registered Nurse to join our small, trusted care team and provide one-to-one support for a 49-year-old male client living in London Battersea SW11. This is a permanent full-time role, offering a unique opportunity to build a consistent, supportive professional relationship while playing a key part in the client’s ongoing recovery and quality of life. The client lives at home and is committed to maintaining his health, independence and wellbeing. He receives daily specialist physiotherapy to maximise his remaining function, and we are seeking someone who shares his determination and approach to care. About the Client & His Condition The client lives with an incomplete spinal cord injury at C4/C5 level, which has resulted in: • Paralysis affecting both arms, legs and torso, • Complete loss of bowel and bladder control, • Retained movement of the head, neck and shoulders, • Very limited mobility below the shoulders Despite these challenges, he remains positive, motivated and fully engaged with his rehabilitation programme. He values his dignity, privacy and autonomy, and expects care to be delivered with respect, patience and professionalism at all times The Role & Key Responsibilities Clinical Care & Health Monitoring • Assessing, monitoring and recording the client’s physical health, including vital signs, skin condition, limb circulation, pain levels and respiratory function, • Safe management of bowel and bladder care, including catheter care, bowel regimes and maintaining continence plans in line with clinical guidelines, • Administering medication as prescribed, keeping accurate records and reporting any side effects or concerns immediately, • Managing pressure area care, repositioning and use of specialist equipment to prevent pressure ulcers and maintain tissue viability, • Recognising any changes in health status and escalating concerns promptly to the client’s GP, specialist team or family as required, • Following all clinical protocols, infection control procedures and safety guidelines Daily Living & Mobility Support • Assisting with all aspects of personal care: washing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene and toileting, preserving dignity at every stage, • Supporting with nutrition, hydration and feeding, ensuring dietary requirements are met and monitoring intake, • Assisting with transfers, positioning and use of mobility aids, using correct moving and handling techniques and hoist equipment, • Supporting the client with household tasks relevant to his care needs, and helping him maintain a comfortable, safe living environment Rehabilitation & Recovery Support • Attending and actively supporting daily physiotherapy sessions, following the physiotherapist’s instructions and reinforcing exercises and techniques between appointments, • Encouraging and supporting the client to maximise use of his retained muscle function, • Keeping accurate records of progress, observations and any adjustments to care or therapy plans, • Working closely with the wider multi-disciplinary team – physiotherapists, occupational therapists, doctors and family members – to ensure consistent, joined-up care Communication & Administration • Building open, trusting and respectful relationships with the client and close associates, • Maintaining clear, accurate and up-to-date care records, handover notes and medication logs, • Communicating effectively with all professionals involved in the client’s care, • Promoting the client’s independence and emotional wellbeing, and supporting him socially and practically where needed Candidate Requirements - Essential Criteria • Valid current Nursing registration, • Ideally but not essential, experience of spinal cord injury, complex neurological conditions or long-term disability care; specific training available if required., • Sound knowledge of continence management, pressure care, moving and handling, and medication administration, • Ability to work autonomously and also as part of a wider team, • Excellent observation, communication and documentation skills, • Empathetic, calm and professional manner, with a strong focus on dignity and person-centred care, • Right to work in the UK, • Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide at least two professional references Desirable Criteria • Knowledge of specialist equipment such as hoists, pressure-relieving mattresses and aids for daily living Working Hours & Location • Hours: Full-time – 12 hour shifts, worked on a structured rota including some weekends and evenings, • Location: Battersea, London SW11 – well-served by public transport links from central London and surrounding areas, • Start date: Immediate start available for the right candidate How to Apply If you are a compassionate, reliable nurse who is looking for a meaningful, long-term role and would like to be part of this client’s recovery journey, please apply with:

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We are hiring for a Waking night and day shift support worker / carer to join the lovely team around a 19 year young man who has epilepsy and PMLD, 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 regular 2 waking night shifts per week. This is full time position (37.5 hours or more per week) for someone who has a strong interest in working with disabled and autistic people. You would ideally need some experience but the correct applicant we are also happy to train. Please let us know in your own words why you are interested or what experience you have. We need to cover the following waking nights: Sunday and Monday or Thursday and Friday. We would expect the new support worker also to take on occasional extra shifts when colleagues are away. The night supports are strictly waking nights. This is quite an active position - you would need to be really fit and strong and ideally not be too petite either as you would be working with a still growing teenager with a movement disorder. We would prefer someone who can work with a UTR number on a self-employed basis. But if you needed a PAYE because of Visa requirements we can connect you to a care agency who will employ the correct candidate for us. This is not a second job possibility (we would like to find someone who takes on this position as their only job). Training is mostly 2 months of shadowing. Probation is a minimum of 6 months. After probation the rate increases to £17 with a UTR number (PAYE is £15 through the agency). Starting Date: for training Asap. Availability needed also for bank holidays (paid at double rate). Importantly we need to find someone who can also support during some of the Christmas period and Easter. Ideally you live in North London or can easily commute. You would often work together with other team members to engage the young person in every day activities and to take him out into the community. But you would also need to often take on sole charge after training. About the young person He is a very friendly and active autistic young man / teenager. He is non verbal. He can walk short distances but only with a lot of support, otherwise he is in a wheelchair. He likes to go to the park, shopping, cafe and sometimes some planned activities all with a lot of support. He likes the swimming pool and special needs bike rides. His communication is mainly through pictures of reference and is taught with ABA principles. We will train you in behaviour therapy and would expect you to follow our training. There are regular team meetings and you would attend those 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 a lot of patience. He needs a lot of physical support. He lives with his family and also a dog. About you You would need to be able to appreciate a person who has profound autism and treat him with dignity and kindness. 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. This position is very different from working in a care home. You would be assisting him with everyday skills and activities as well as feeding, bathing and toileting. If you have experience with intermittent catheterisation, Peresteen as well as PEG feeding then that is an advantage but we can easily also train those skills too. (Please research all terms you are unsure about before you apply). When working a waking overnight shift you will need to make sure that he is safe and alert parents in case of a seizure. Before and after a waking night you need to be able to rest. During the day you need to engage hime both at home and in the community. This position also involves keeping his environment generally tidy and clean and help with his laundry. 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 need to be flexible and sometime cover for other people in the team if they are away on holidays or ill. You should Be able to commit for minimum a year. Invoice at the end of every month Able to work legally in the UK Ideally have an enhanced DBS Only non smokers and non vapers apply. Only people who are dog friendly apply. Be able to speak English Be strong and fit Be able to swim and be in the water with the young person Be able to ride a bike Be based in London - ideally north London. Be able to support the young man some days during bank holidays like Christmas and Easter. Apply with a cover letter (that explains your interest in this particular position and let us know your experience), send a recent CV with dates of education and work experience, lateron we need your enhanced DBS and relevant references Please be aware that we can not offer sponsorship. We are based in Islington. Please reply explaining why you are interested (and please read full advertisement before and please write in your own words :). We look forward to hearing from you.

Support worker Carer position (day shifts and waking night shift)

Overview We are hiring for a Waking night and day shift support worker / carer to join the lovely team around a 19 year young man who has epilepsy and PMLD, 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 regular 2 waking night shifts per week. This is full time position (37.5 hours or more per week) for someone who has a strong interest in working with disabled and autistic people. You would ideally need some experience but the correct applicant we are also happy to train. Please let us know in your own words why you are interested or what experience you have. We need to cover the following waking nights: Sunday and Monday or Thursday and Friday. We would expect the new support worker also to take on occasional extra shifts when colleagues are away. The night supports are strictly waking nights. This is quite an active position - you would need to be really fit and strong and ideally not be too petite either as you would be working with a still growing teenager with a movement disorder. We would prefer someone who can work with a UTR number on a self-employed basis. But if you needed a PAYE because of Visa requirements we can connect you to a care agency who will employ the correct candidate for us. This is not a second job possibility (we would like to find someone who takes on this position as their only job). Training is mostly 2 months of shadowing. Probation is a minimum of 6 months. After probation the rate increases to £17 with a UTR number (PAYE is £15 through the agency). Starting Date: for training Asap. Availability needed also for bank holidays (paid at double rate). Importantly we need to find someone who can also support during some of the Christmas period and Easter. Ideally you live in North London or can easily commute. You would often work together with other team members to engage the young person in every day activities and to take him out into the community. But you would also need to often take on sole charge after training. About the young person He is a very friendly and active autistic young man / teenager. He is non verbal. He can walk short distances but only with a lot of support, otherwise he is in a wheelchair. He likes to go to the park, shopping, cafe and sometimes some planned activities all with a lot of support. He likes the swimming pool and special needs bike rides. His communication is mainly through pictures of reference and is taught with ABA principles. We will train you in behaviour therapy and would expect you to follow our training. There are regular team meetings and you would attend those 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 a lot of patience. He needs a lot of physical support. He lives with his family and also a dog. About you You would need to be able to appreciate a person who has profound autism and treat him with dignity and kindness. 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. This position is very different from working in a care home. You would be assisting him with everyday skills and activities as well as feeding, bathing and toileting. If you have experience with intermittent catheterisation, Peresteen as well as PEG feeding then that is an advantage but we can easily also train those skills too. (Please research all terms you are unsure about before you apply). When working a waking overnight shift you will need to make sure that he is safe and alert parents in case of a seizure. Before and after a waking night you need to be able to rest. During the day you need to engage hime both at home and in the community. This position also involves keeping his environment generally tidy and clean and help with his laundry. 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 need to be flexible and sometime cover for other people in the team if they are away on holidays or ill. You should • Be able to commit for minimum a year., • Invoice at the end of every month, • Able to work legally in the UK, • Only non smokers and non vapers apply., • Only people who are dog friendly apply., • Be able to speak English, • Be strong and fit, • Be able to swim and be in the water with the young person, • Be able to ride a bike, • Be based in London - ideally north London., • Apply with a cover letter (that explains your interest in this particular position and let us know your experience),, • send a recent CV with dates of education and work experience,, • lateron we need your enhanced DBS and relevant references Please be aware that we can not offer sponsorship. We are based in Islington. Please reply explaining why you are interested (and please read full advertisement before and please write in your own words :). We look forward to hearing from you.

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Caring Hands East London Ltd

Domiciliary Care Assistant Southend airport

We are a domiciliary company that are here to help you. Providing home care services to people in their own home. Caring Hands provides many home care services such as personal care to helping you with your shopping. With over many years of experience we have a greater understanding of clients’ needs and ensuring them that our staffs are able to meet the needs of our clients. . Job Title: Domicillary Healthcare Assistant Southend airport area. Duties: • Assisting healthcare professionals in providing patient care and support, • Monitoring and recording patient vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse, • Assisting with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and feeding, • Administering medications and treatments as directed by healthcare professionals, • Assisting with patient transfers and mobility, • Maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients, • Documenting patient information and maintaining accurate records, • Providing emotional support to patients and their families Qualifications:, • High school diploma or equivalent, • Completion of a certified nursing assistant (CNA) program preferred, • Previous experience in a healthcare setting is a plus, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • Ability to work well in a team environment, • Compassionate and caring attitude towards patients, • Ability to follow instructions and protocols accurately, • Basic knowledge of medical terminology and procedures We offer competitive pay rates, flexible scheduling options, and opportunities for career advancement. Join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals and make a difference in the lives of our patients. sponsorship available for overseas and internal applicants based on interview selection. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temp to perm Contract length: 3 months Part-time hours: 20-40 per week Salary: £10.42-£12.00 per hour Benefits: • Flexitime Schedule: • Day shift, • Flexitime, • Monday to Friday, • Weekend availability Supplemental pay types: • Bonus scheme, • Performance bonus, • Yearly bonus Education: • Diploma of Higher Education (preferred) Experience: • Home care: 1 year Language: • English (preferred) Work Location: On the road

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AA Nursing Care Agency

Health Care Assistant (HCA)

Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Health Care Assistant and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you support! In this vital role, you will provide compassionate, person-centered care to individuals in care homes and home care settings. Your enthusiasm and proactive approach will help promote independence, comfort, and well-being for clients of all ages. Whether assisting with daily activities or supporting health plans, your efforts will ensure a safe, respectful, and engaging environment for everyone. Duties • Support clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility to enhance their quality of life, • Assist in implementing and reviewing personalized care plans tailored to each individual’s needs and preferences, • Provide companionship and emotional support to foster positive relationships and reduce feelings of loneliness, • Maintain accurate documentation of care provided using IT systems and ensure compliance with health and safety standards, • Communicate effectively with clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and address concerns promptly, • Support transportation needs by driving clients safely to appointments or activities when required, • Contribute to a clean, safe environment by following infection control procedures and reporting any hazards Skills • Valid driving license with the ability to drive safely and responsibly in various settings, • Experience working in care homes or providing home care services is highly desirable, • Ability to read, understand, and follow detailed care plans accurately, • Proficiency in using IT systems for documentation and communication purposes, • Excellent communication skills in English to connect effectively with clients, families, and colleagues, • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to demonstrate empathy, patience, and professionalism, • Good organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining attention to detail This role offers a rewarding opportunity to develop your career within a supportive environment that values your dedication. We are committed to providing paid positions that recognize your vital contribution to healthcare. If you are passionate about making a positive impact through compassionate care, we want to hear from you! Work Location: In person

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Waking Night Support Worker for disabled young person

Job Summary Waking Night Support worker / Carer to join a lovely team around a friendly 19 year old teenager who has epilepsy, non verbal autism, movement disorder and additional health needs. He lives at home with his family and friendly dog. Training rate will be £16 and after training this will increase to £17. This ideally is a self-employed position (UTR number required). Or because of Visa requirements through and agency. Minimum of 26 hours per week. But can also be full time at 37 hours + per week. (It can not be on a 20 hour basis). Please read complete ad before applying - so you understand the requirements. When contacting us please write at least a few sentence why you are applying and why you would be suitable and what your experience is. Please in your own works and not AI. Thank you. About the position Weekly hours minimum 26 hours. We are looking for someone to take on 2 regular waking nights (13hr each night shift so in total 26 hours) It would be Sunday and Monday nights or alternatively Thursday and Friday nights. These shifts are from 20.00 - 09.00 sole charge (but with parents in house). These shifts are only sole charge after extensive training. These are strictly waking nights in the family home. More weekly hours are possible often but not less hours. This position could become a full time position after the summer or in Winter if this would suit you. After successful training the rate increases from £16 to £17 per hours. Per night shift: £221 after training. Bank holidays double rate. Ideally is a self-employed position with UTR number - no PAYE. This would suit a student of a relevant health related subject. But if PAYE is required (VISA requirement then this would either be through an agency (0 hour contract or time limited contract). Candidate would need to be able to commit to 12 months minimum. About the young person who needs support: The young man needs someone to spot seizures or other health emergencies and if needed call the parents who are in the same house. The monitoring is with seizure video monitor and heart rate monitor and regular in person checks. These nights sometimes can be quite active - as if he has a seizure he might have to be accompanied via ambulance to A&E. Good written and spoken English is a must as you often would have to communicate with health professionals and write reports after each shift. All training is during the day first through shadowing. About you: This position will suit someone who ideally has already worked with autistic and disabled adults and has already experience. But it is very different from working in a care home. We would be able to train you in personal care, intermittent catheterisation, medication administration, peristeen (TAI) and positive behaviour support and other essential skills - if you are a suitable candidate. His environment will need to be kept clean and tidy (it is not a cleaner position but to ensure that his environment stays tidy, safe and fit for purpose). You will help with his laundry too. It would also involve sometimes to accompany on short holidays (in the UK) and cover at Christmas. We would prefer someone to work on a self-employed basis with a UTR number (not cash in hand). It is exactly 26 hours minimum per week. We hope to find someone who has specific interest in special needs. It is not a summer job but we hope to find someone to commit for a minimum of 12months. That's why we would prefer someone who has studied a health related subject or will study a related subject eg Psychology, nursing or similar. One would need to be strong and fit to support and keep safe someone with a movement disorder. The suitable applicant would be flexible and be able to take on extra shifts from time to time. 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 if you are interested. This position could offer full time hours from the autumn. You should be responsible, cheerful, honest and very reliable and physically strong and healthy. 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. You should: • Have experience with disability and even better profound autism, • Be strong and fit, • Commit for minimum a year., • Ideally be self-employed., • Invoice at the end of every month, • Able to work legally in the UK, • Based within commuting distance to north London, • Be a non Smoker and non Vaper., • Be comfortable with dogs. Please reply with a few sentences explaining why you are interested (and please read full advertisement), send us your CV (post it on this forum and please let us know initially already why you are suitable and interested.

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Lansdowne Homecare

Health Care Assistant (HCA)

Key Care Requirements: • Discreet personal care, medication management, • Assistance with Meal preparation, laundry assistance, and light housekeeping (has own housekeeper), • Coordination of healthcare services, including GPs, consultants, Occupational Therapists (OTs), Physiotherapists, Nutritionists, and District Nurses (if required as the client got own PA), • Provide companionship, encouragement, and emotional support., • Assist with safe mobility while the client is non-weight-bearing on the left hip and wrist, using a walker and electric wheelchair., • Support independence and ensure a safe home environment. - Assist with daily routines and accompany the client to activities and appointments when required., • Work alongside the client’s existing support team, including her Personal Assistant, Housekeeper/Chef, and physiotherapist., • Encourage and support prescribed physiotherapy exercises as advised by the healthcare team.

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Plaistow Business Consultants Ltd

Orthopedic Surgeon

1 month ago

£10000–£15000 monthly

Full-time

London

*Employer is a licensed UK sponsor and willing to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) for International applicants. "visa sponsorship available," "relocation assistance," "Skilled Worker visa"* Overview We are seeking highly skilled and dedicated Orthopaedic Surgeons globally to join our esteemed medical team. The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal conditions, ensuring the highest standards of patient care. This role offers an opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary environment, contributing to both clinical practice and research initiatives. The position is paid and suitable for professionals committed to advancing orthopaedic medicine through innovative approaches and compassionate patient service. Duties • Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients presenting with musculoskeletal issues, including fractures, joint injuries, and degenerative diseases., • Perform surgical procedures such as joint replacements, arthroscopies, and fracture fixations with precision and adherence to safety protocols., • Develop personalised treatment plans based on clinical evaluations, imaging results, and patient needs., • Oversee pre-operative preparations and post-operative care to optimise recovery outcomes., • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including physiotherapists, radiologists, and nursing staff to ensure holistic patient management., • Engage in clinical research projects aimed at advancing orthopaedic techniques and improving patient outcomes., • Maintain accurate documentation of all procedures, treatments, and patient interactions in accordance with medical regulations., • Provide expert consultation on complex cases requiring specialised orthopaedic intervention or second opinions. Qualifications • Medical degree recognised by relevant medical boards or councils., • Specialist training in Orthopaedic Surgery with valid registration and licensing., • Extensive experience in clinical research related to musculoskeletal health is desirable., • Proficiency in interpreting medical imaging such as X-rays, MRI scans, and CT scans., • Demonstrated competence in patient care across diverse settings including ICU experience, nursing homes, senior care facilities, hospice care, and home care environments., • Strong knowledge of anatomy, medication administration protocols, and surgical techniques pertinent to orthopaedics., • Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex medical information clearly to patients and colleagues., • Additional experience in public health initiatives or specialised areas such as ICU or geriatrics is advantageous. This role offers a rewarding career path for dedicated healthcare professionals committed to excellence in orthopaedic medicine while ensuring compassionate patient service across various healthcare settings. Visa Sponsorship & Relocation: We are a licensed UK Home Office sponsor. Visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route is available for this role, and we welcome applications from international candidates, including those based in India. Relocation assistance will be provided for the successful applicants. Benefits: • Casual dress, • Free fitness classes, • Free or subsidised travel, • Free parking, • On-site parking, • Private medical insurance, • UK visa sponsorship Work Location: In person All interested applicants should send updated CVs with subject line "Orthopedic Surgeon Application"

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