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  • Hospital Security Officer
    Hospital Security Officer
    7 days ago
    £13.85 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Join Assist Security Group - recent winner of four OSPA awards including Outstanding Security Company. We offer a professional working environment, structured training and real support for our officers, with clear pathways for development within the business. Location: South London Salary: £13.85 per hour Hospital Security can be physically touch, mentally challenging and extremely rewarding! Position Overview: Are you ready to join our hospital security team? Assist Security Group is seeking experienced security professionals with exceptional customer service skills and a background in fast-paced environments, ideally, within NHS Hospitals. As a Security Officer, you will receive comprehensive training to handle various situations, including conflict management and physical intervention. Responsibilities & Duties: • Collaborate with the in-house security management team, following instructions from Hospital Security Managers., • Manage queues, entrances, lobbies, wards, and car parks around the hospital premises., • Provide assistance to the public, offering directions and information about the hospital and local area., • Maintain a safe environment for patients, staff, and contractors, ensuring a visible and vigilant security presence., • Offer support to NHS staff and respond promptly to any incidents or emergencies., • Utilize conflict management skills to de-escalate situations and minimize the need for physical intervention., • Maintain effective communication via two-way radios and accurately report activities and incidents. Requirements: • Valid Door Supervisor licence., • Right to Work in the UK., • 5-year employment/educational history., • Able to work in a fast paced, challenging environment., • Able to keep cool under pressure., • Proficiency in using two-way radios., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Professional appearance and demeanor. Preferred (but not essential) Requirements: • Previous experience in NHS environments., • Security experience with conflict management., • Additional training in Emergency First Aid, ACT, Safeguarding, Fire Marshall, Manual Handling, Conflict Management. Benefits: • Competitive pay rate., • Shift pattern covering nights, days, and weekends (24/7 site)., • Onsite training provided. Hospital Security can be physically touch, mentally challenging and extremely rewarding! Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Assist Security Group is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to eliminating discrimination and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. All recruitment decisions are based on skills, experience and suitability for the role. Reasonable adjustments will be considered throughout the recruitment process where required.

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  • Care Assistant / Carer
    Care Assistant / Carer
    1 month ago
    £13–£15 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    📍 Location: Across and anywhere in the UK 🕒 Full-time / Part-time 🏠 Care Home / Domiciliary Care ROLE OVERVIEW We are recruiting compassionate and reliable Care Assistants to support individuals in residential, nursing, or domiciliary care settings. You will play a key role in delivering safe, person-centred care, promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing in line with CQC Fundamental Standards. This is an opportunity to build a long-term career in care while making a genuine difference to people’s lives. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide personal care with dignity and respect (washing, dressing, hygiene, mobility), • Support individuals to maintain independence and choice, • Follow individualised care plans and risk assessments, • Provide companionship and emotional support, • Assist with medication in line with training and policies, • Prepare meals and support with feeding where required, • Maintain accurate care records and report any changes, • Ensure a safe, clean, and supportive environment, • Communicate effectively with clients, families, and colleagues, • Support with light domestic tasks and daily living activities ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS (NON-NEGOTIABLE) • Must have Right to work in the UK, • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply), • Ability to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written), • Compassionate, professional, and reliable attitude, • Willingness to complete mandatory training, • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, • Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends, • Two satisfactory references DESIRABLE (ADVANTAGEOUS, NOT ESSENTIAL) • Previous experience in a care home or domiciliary care setting, • Valid UK driving licence (for community-based roles), • Basic IT skills for care documentation, • Good organisational skills and attention to detail WHAT WE OFFER • Permanent employment with flexible working options, • Competitive pay rates, • Full training and ongoing support, • Career progression opportunities, • Supportive management and team environment, • Placement with CQC-compliant providers SAFER RECRUITMENT STATEMENT All roles are subject to safer recruitment checks, including Enhanced DBS, Right to Work verification, and references, in line with CQC and safeguarding requirements.

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  • Care Coordinator
    Care Coordinator
    1 month ago
    £25000–£26000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    JOB OVERVIEW: • To provide leadership to care staff within the service., • To provide care in accordance with current best practices, according to policy and procedures, agreed standards, legislative requirements, and relevant regulations under the direction of the Manager., • To supervise the care delivery within the service., • To maintain skills at a current level, and undertake such training and development as may, from time-to-time, be required to maintain practices as up to date., • This job description should be read in conjunction with the company’s staff handbook, which outlines additional policies and procedures relevant to this role. BASIC SKILLS REQUIREMENTS (including numeracy, literacy,and English-speaking abilities: • Experience in Care Coordinating minimum of 1 year, within a similar environment., • Knowledge of rota planning, ensuring adequate staff on duty with correct skill mix and fair allocation on off duty/annual leave., • Knowledge and understanding of Dols/Mental Capacity Act/Safeguarding., • Preferably NVQ level 2 or similar qualifications., • Good written and oral communication skills including an ability to be sensitive to the needs of clients with mental health issues and an ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of people including Social Workers, practitioners, and other professionals., • Good IT skills including proven experience of using Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES: • Listening & responsive skills., • Organised and flexible., • Able to problem solve and to recognise when to refer to senior manager., • Able to manage by example., • Able to delegate and to give clear instructions., • Ability to work under pressure, independently and as a team player., • Approachable & sympathetic., • Observant. MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES: General responsibilities of the position include: 1. Deploy and supervise team/carer when necessary., 2. Mentor new members of staff., 3. To supervise staff and ensure that all staff contribute to the efficient running of the service., 4. Maintain a smart and tidy appearance and always wear the appropriate clothing whilst on duty., 5. Be responsible for promoting and protecting the welfare of those individuals supported by the service., 6. Attend/Lead training sessions and fire drills, as required., 7. Ensure confidentially and Data Protection is adhered and no matters concerning clients or business operational are not discussed with other clients or outside the office with anyone one else., 8. Observance of Health and Safety requirements, 9. Report any accidents involving either staff or clients., 10. Work in cooperation with members of the multidisciplinary teams to maximise opportunities for service users., 11. Be prepared to do extra or other duties on occasions as requested in line with the job.

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  • Sen Teacher Assistant
    Sen Teacher Assistant
    1 month 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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