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  • Residential Support Worker - OFSTED Children's Home
    Residential Support Worker - OFSTED Children's Home
    10 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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  • Care / Support Worker
    Care / Support Worker
    17 days ago
    Full-time
    Finsbury Park, London

    We are seeking compassionate and reliable Care Assistants to join our team. As a Care Assistant, you will provide essential care and support to clients in their own homes, promoting their independence, health, and well-being. You will be a key part of our dedicated team, helping to deliver care that is respectful, dignified, and meets the individual needs of each client. Key Responsibilities: Provide personal care to clients, including assistance with bathing, dressing, toileting, and grooming. Assist with mobility, including moving and positioning clients safely. Support clients with meal preparation, feeding, and hydration. Administer medications as directed and in accordance with care plans. Help with light housekeeping duties, such as cleaning, laundry, and maintaining a safe and tidy environment. Provide companionship and emotional support, promoting mental and social well-being. Communicate effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure the highest standard of care. Document care activities and maintain accurate client records. Follow all policies, procedures, and health and safety guidelines. Qualifications and Skills: Previous experience in a care role is desirable but not essential; training will be provided. A caring, empathetic nature and a passion for helping others. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle is preferred but not mandatory.

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  • Home Care Worker
    Home Care Worker
    4 days ago
    £18–£20 hourly
    Full-time
    New Beckenham, Bromley

    Are you an experienced carer looking for flexible self-employed work in London? Eden Homecare 247 Ltd is an introductory care agency based in Bromley, South East London. We connect experienced, self-employed carers with clients who need support in their own homes across London. HOW IT WORKS: We introduce you to clients in your area. You agree your hours and rate directly with the client and work for them on a self-employed basis. We handle the matching so you don't have to find clients yourself. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR: • Experienced care workers (domiciliary, residential or similar), • Compassionate, reliable and professional, • Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one), • Right to work in the UK, • Good communication skills EXPERIENCE WELCOMED IN: • Personal care and domiciliary care, • Dementia and Alzheimer's care, • Palliative and end of life care, • Physical disabilities, • Mental health support, • Learning disabilities, • Post-hospital recovery care DESIRABLE (not essential): • NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care, • Driving licence and own vehicle, • Additional languages spoken WHAT YOU GET: • Flexible working — you set your own hours and availability, • You work directly for the client — you are your own boss, • Earn £13.00 - £16.00 per hour, • We introduce you to clients — no need to find work yourself, • Register and manage your profile online in minutes, • Supportive team who genuinely understand care IMPORTANT — SELF-EMPLOYED ROLE: This is a self-employed position. You will work directly for the client and invoice them for your hours. Eden Homecare 247 Ltd acts as an introductory agency only.

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