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  • Care / Support Worker
    Care / Support Worker
    12 days ago
    £14–£15 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Care Workers & Support Workers 📍 Hounslow Supporting Children & Young Adults with Autism and Learning Disabilities We are currently recruiting compassionate and reliable Care Workers and Support Workers to join our team in the Hounslow area. You will be supporting children and young adults with Autism and learning disabilities, helping them to live safe, meaningful, and fulfilling lives. About the Role As a Care/Support Worker, you will provide person-centred support in line with individual care plans. Your role will focus on promoting independence, emotional wellbeing, and social inclusion. Key responsibilities include: • Providing daily support tailored to individual needs, • Assisting with personal care (where required), • Supporting with routines, education, and community activities, • Encouraging communication, social interaction, and life skills, • Managing behaviours that may challenge with patience and professionalism, • Working closely with families, professionals, and multidisciplinary teams, • Maintaining accurate records and following safeguarding procedures About You We are looking for individuals who are: • Caring, patient, and empathetic, • Passionate about supporting individuals with Autism and learning disabilities, • Reliable and committed to providing high-quality care, • Able to work independently and as part of a team, • Good communicators with a calm and positive approach Experience is desirable but not essential — full training and ongoing support will be provided. What We Offer • Competitive pay rates, • Flexible working hours, • Comprehensive training and induction, • Ongoing professional development, • Supportive and inclusive working environment, • Opportunity to make a genuine difference in people’s lives Requirements • Right to work in the UK, • Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply), • Willingness to undertake mandatory training, • Experience in Autism, learning disabilities, or care work is an advantage Apply Now If you are passionate about making a positive impact and supporting children and young adults to reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you.

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  • Principal Psychologist and Clinical Lead Croydon IST
    Principal Psychologist and Clinical Lead Croydon IST
    12 days ago
    £70396–£80837 yearly
    Full-time
    Croydon

    Principal Psychologist and Clinical Lead Croydon IST at Croydon Health Services NHS Trust. Salary: £70,396 to £80,837 There's something special about joining a service right at the beginning - you'll have scope to innovate, influence and shape our newly established Croydon Intensive Support Team (IST). Our service supports autistic adults and adults with intellectual disabilities who may be experiencing significant distress, behaviours of concern, or an increased risk of hospital admission. In this role, you'll lead a skilled multidisciplinary team including an assistant psychologist, behaviour specialist, specialist speech and language therapist, Transforming Care nurse, Autism peer support worker, and an advanced practitioner. Together, you'll help people stay safe, connected to their communities, and supported in ways that reduce the need for crisis-driven or restrictive interventions. Above all, you'll ensure every person receives compassionate, personalised care shaped by what matters most to them. This is also an exciting time to join a service helping shape the future of autism health provision. The Croydon Adult Autism IST is working with NHS England to contribute to an updated national service specification for autism health service models, and our service will feature in the new guidance, showcasing neurodivergent-affirming practice. In 2026, we will also be conducting and publishing research into the impact of the service model, strengthening the evidence base for adult autism health provision. We're looking for someone who cares as much as we do, and we particularly welcome applications from candidates with lived experience. Main duties of the job Clinical • Lead the delivery of specialist psychological care that empowers people to overcome challenge., • Work closely with individuals and their families to co-create care plans that reflect their strengths, preferences, and aspirations., • Use your expertise in Positive Behaviour Support and systemic practice to develop approaches that reduce risk and enhance quality of life. Team leadership and collaboration • Support, guide, and inspire your team, fostering a culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to contribute., • Provide expert clinical supervision and consultation, helping colleagues and local providers build confidence and capability Driving innovation • Evaluate and evolve the service as needs change, ensuring we remain responsive and forward-thinking., • Use data, feedback, and lived experience to shape how we grow, keeping the voices of the people we support at the heart of every decision., • Lead projects that strengthen community-based support, enabling more people to thrive closer to home. Research • Contribute to research , including collaboration with NHS England on autism prioritisation, as well as the chance to shape crisis-intervention pathways for two distinct populations., • Publish research locally, regionally, and strategically, helping to influence practice beyond Croydon. About us You'll be based in our modern offices at Bernard Weatherill House in Croydon, with opportunities to work across community sites throughout the borough. Our service is co-located with adult social care colleagues, and we work closely with the Croydon Mental Health in Learning Disabilities Service -- creating strong, integrated partnerships. From day one, we'll invest in your development. Whether you want to deepen your existing expertise or explore new areas of interest, we'll support you to grow. We actively encourage CPD, with funding available for external courses and specialist training that aligns with your goals. Our approach to one-to-ones focuses on you - your development, goals, and ambitions, not just the tasks at hand. Through hands-on experience, formal training, and even learning from the occasional misstep, you'll discover your strengths and continue to grow. We're committed to helping you develop both personally and professionally, so you can bring your unique perspective and expertise to improve the lives of those we support. Staff benefits include: • 27 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service, • NHS pension scheme, with generous employer contributions, • Exclusive discounts across the high street, travel, dining and leisure, • Free or discounted fitness and exercise classes to support your wellbeing Apply now and help us build something exceptional. Please note: To be considered for this role, applicants must hold one of the following qualifications: • Applied Psychologist: A recognised postgraduate qualification in applied psychology that meets HCPC requirements for registration (e.g. a professional doctorate or equivalent postgraduate training)., • Clinical Psychologist: A Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (or an equivalent qualification).

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  • Sen Teacher Assistant
    Sen Teacher Assistant
    28 days ago
    Full-time
    Nine Elms, Wandsworth

    SEN Teaching Assistant – South London £90 per day | Full-Time | Long-Term & Day-to-Day Opportunities | Immediate Start Clear Path Education is a specialist education recruitment agency supporting primary and secondary schools across South London. We are currently recruiting high-quality SEN Teaching Assistants to work within mainstream and specialist settings. Role Overview: As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, PMLD, and complex learning needs. You will work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and wider school staff to ensure pupils are supported academically, socially, and emotionally. Key Responsibilities: Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support Implement individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour support strategies Support pupils with engagement, communication, and emotional regulation Assist with classroom preparation and learning activities Supervise pupils during transitions, breaks, and school activities Maintain safeguarding, health & safety, and school policies at all times Record progress and provide feedback to teaching staff Person Specification: Experience working with children or young people (school or SEN experience preferred) Strong understanding of SEN and inclusive education practices Calm, patient, and professional approach Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff Enhanced DBS (on the Update Service) or willingness to apply Legal right to work in the UK

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  • Dog Carer and Driver
    Dog Carer and Driver
    29 days ago
    £27000–£31000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    At Tiny’s Social Club, we believe great care comes from structure, balance, and heart. Our daycare program is designed to give dogs the right mix of stimulation, rest, play, and learning, helping them grow in confidence and wellbeing every day. We’re looking for people who share our vision of thoughtful, elevated dog care. If you’re passionate about creating meaningful experiences for dogs (and their humans), we’d love you on our team. As a Dog Carer & Driver, you’ll be an essential part of the Tiny’s team, ensuring every dog’s day runs smoothly from home to club and back again. You’ll safely transport dogs, support them through their daily routines of walks, rest, and play, and contribute to the calm, structured atmosphere that defines our daycare. You’ll also use our online system to complete daily service reports for clients, sharing thoughtful updates that reflect each dog’s experience and wellbeing. Key Responsibilities: • Safely collect and drop off dogs from their homes, ensuring a calm and positive transition., • Walk, supervise, and engage dogs throughout the day, following our structured daycare schedule., • Observe behaviour and wellbeing, communicating clearly with the team about any changes or needs., • Complete daily service reports through our online system, keeping clients informed and reassured., • Maintain cleanliness, safety, and organisation within the daycare and vehicle., • Build trusting relationships with dogs and their owners through consistency and care. Requirements: • Genuine love for dogs and a deep understanding of their behaviour and needs., • Prior experience in dog walking, pet care, or a related field., • Comfortable working outdoors regardless of weather conditions., • Highly reliable, with a strong work ethic., • Willingness to undergo a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check., • Must be over 25 years of age for insurance., • Must possess a valid clean driver's license, be comfortable driving and have at least 5 years driving experience., • Monday to Friday role. With some weekend work once or twice a month., • Must be comfortable using an online booking app for scheduling and communication., • Strong communication skills and the ability to work within a team., • This is a customer facing role so you must be well presented, well spoken with good English and outstanding communication skills. Benefits: • You will have lots of dogs to cuddle and play with!, • You will receive dog first aid training from Dog First Aid Franchise Ltd., • Free uniform and subsidized Muck Boots, • Opportunity to expand your knowledge and skills in dog care., • Competitive compensation within the pet care industry. Working Hours: • Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

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