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  • Security Officer
    Security Officer
    6 days ago
    £33000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Are you ready to embark on an adventure where your dedication to security meets the epitome of hospitality? At Ham Yard Hotel, part of the renowned Firmdale Hotels group, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional experiences. We are currently seeking a Security Officer to become a cornerstone of our team, ensuring the safety and well-being of our cherished guests and esteemed staff. As a Security Officer at Ham Yard Hotel, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining the tranquillity and security of our esteemed establishment. Your primary focus will be to safeguard our guests and team members, extending a warm and professional welcome to all who enter our doors. Responsibilities: • Maintaining a constant presence in the courtyard and guest lobby areas, remaining vigilant to identify and address any potential risks or concerns, ensuring a safe environment for all., • Providing recommendations and promoting our hotel facilities to enhance the guest experience, showcasing the exceptional amenities available., • Collaborating seamlessly with fellow team members to uphold our commitment to unparalleled service and guest satisfaction., • Embodying our values of integrity and excellence, consistently delivering exceptional customer service with a proactive and adaptable approach. What you Need: • A valid SIA License, demonstrating your commitment to maintaining high standards of security., • A solid knowledge of London, allowing you to navigate the city with ease and assist guests with local recommendations., • A flexible work ethic, capable of adapting to a 8-hour shift pattern (5 days on, 2 days off) with hours between 4:00 pm and 12:00 am - Tuesday to Saturday., • Exceptional customer service skills, ensuring every interaction leaves a lasting impression of warmth and professionalism., • A collaborative spirit, ready to contribute to a cohesive team environment dedicated to excellence. What We Offer: • Competitive annual salary of £33,000 plus service charge., • Access to Wagestream our financial wellbeing app. Stream your accrued earnings before pay day, benefit from everyday savings and real time financial coaching., • Health cash plan (including contributions towards dental, optical, alternative and complementary therapies), • Discounted cinema tickets, gym membership, travel, retailers and restaurants, • Complimentary meals on shift, • Referral bonus scheme for recommending top talent, • Flexible scheduling without split shifts, • Dry cleaning service for work attire and discounted personal dry cleaning, • Enhanced holiday allowance based on length of service, • Season ticket loan for convenient commuting, • Ongoing training, professional development, and fully funded English lessons, • Regular social events, team activities, and fitness sessions, • Benefits like cycle to work scheme and annual long service awards, • One allocated paid day per year for volunteering work, • Exclusive discounts at Design Hotels, staff sales, spa discounts, and product perks, • And much more!! Why join Firmdale Hotels? Firmdale Hotels is an international, award winning group of 11 luxury hotels and 10 bars and restaurants in London and New York. World renowned for their unique interiors and exceptional service, the hotels are trailblazers in hospitality and design. We are delighted to have been recognised by the hospitality and travel industries for the great work our teams have achieved. To name a few of our recent awards and accolades: • Proud winners of The Times Best Places to Work for both 2024 and 2025, • The Kings Award for Enterprise 2024 for outstanding contribution to International Trade, • Manager of the Year – Helle Jensen – Cateys 2024, • Food & Beverage Manager of the Year - Pedro Paulo - Hotel Cateys 2024, • Hotel Chef of the Year Finalist - Jamie Atkinson - Hotel Cateys 2024, • Haymarket Hotel & The Soho Hotel – One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence and AA Breakfast Award 2025, • Covent Garden Hotel – One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence 2025, • Dorset Square Hotel – AA Breakfast Award 2025, • Ham Yard Hotel, Covent Garden Hotel and Haymarket Hotel – Two Michelin Keys 2024, • Charlotte Street Hotel, The Soho Hotel, Knightsbridge Hotel and Number Sixteen Hotel – One Michelin Key 2024, • Ham Yard Hotel - two AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence, Ham Yard Bar & Restaurant, 2024 as well as an AA Breakfast Award, • Dorset Square Hotel – One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence, The Potting Shed, 2024, • Warren Street Hotel - Travel & Leisure 'IT List' best hotels in the world, • Whitby Hotel, Crosby Street and Warren Street - Michelin keys, • Number Sixteen - Best Boutique Hotels in London, The Times, 2024. You can see a full list of our awards and accolades here: If you're ready to embark on a rewarding journey with Firmdale Hotels and contribute to our legacy of excellence, apply now to join our vibrant team at Ham Yard Hotel! Firmdale Hotels welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive workplace. Please let us know if you need adjustments during the recruitment process. In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom. Documentation will be required at interview stage.

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  • Care / Support Worker
    Care / Support Worker
    19 days ago
    Full-time
    London

    About the Role We are looking for caring, reliable and compassionate Care Workers to join our team and provide high-quality care and support to people in their own homes and/or supported living settings. You will support individuals to maintain their independence, dignity and quality of life while ensuring their care needs are met safely and respectfully. Key Responsibilities • Providing personal care and practical support where required., • Supporting service users with daily living activities., • Assisting with meal preparation and household tasks., • Supporting individuals to attend appointments and participate in activities., • Administering or prompting medication in line with care plans and training., • Maintaining accurate and confidential care records., • Promoting independence, choice, dignity and respect., • Following safeguarding, health and safety and infection-control procedures., • Working closely with colleagues, families and other professionals. About You We are looking for people who are: • Compassionate, patient and respectful., • Reliable and responsible., • Good communicators and team players., • Able to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends., • Committed to providing person-centred care., • Willing to complete mandatory training and ongoing development. Previous care experience is desirable but not essential, as full training and support will be provided to suitable candidates. Requirements • Right to work in the UK., • Ability to communicate effectively in English., • Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check., • Relevant care experience or qualifications are advantageous., • A driving licence and access to a vehicle may be required for some positions. What We Offer • Competitive pay., • Flexible working opportunities., • Full induction and mandatory training., • Ongoing training and career development., • Supportive management team., • Opportunities for additional hours., • Employee recognition and development opportunities. If you are passionate about making a real difference in people's lives, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our team.

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  • SUPPORT WORKER – SUPPORTED ACCOMMODATION
    SUPPORT WORKER – SUPPORTED ACCOMMODATION
    20 days ago
    £13–£15 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    We are looking for a proactive, organised and reliable support worker to join a supported accommodation team. The role focuses on supporting residents to develop greater independence, maintaining safe and well-managed accommodation, and keeping accurate records. Resident support • Conduct regular face-to-face support sessions with allocated residents., • Complete and review Individual Support Plans and Support & Move-On Plans within required timescales., • Maintain accurate support logs and electronic resident records., • Help residents develop independent living and life skills, including budgeting and financial management., • Assist with Housing Benefit and Universal Credit matters, rent arrears and benefit issues where required., • Support residents with education, training, employment, housing and move-on options., • Encourage residents to engage with agreed support plans., • Identify safeguarding or welfare concerns and escalate them appropriately., • Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality. Property and accommodation • Carry out regular checks of allocated properties, including communal, internal and external areas., • Identify and report repairs, maintenance issues, property damage and health and safety concerns., • Follow up reported repairs and liaise with the maintenance team regarding outstanding works., • Check that rubbish is managed and that fire exits, escape routes and communal areas remain clear., • Check that required property and fire safety signage is displayed., • Assist with move-in and move-out checks, including checking furniture, equipment and other property items., • Take photographs and record evidence of property issues where required., • Keep property inspection and maintenance records up to date., • Report compliance concerns promptly to management. Administration and communication • Update internal trackers and databases., • Ensure support documentation is completed accurately and within required timescales., • Monitor outstanding actions and follow them through to completion., • Communicate effectively with management, administration and other members of the support team.

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  • Care Assistant / Carer
    Care Assistant / Carer
    22 days ago
    £14.2–£14.24 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Provide person-centred support to enable the client to remain safe, comfortable and as independent as possible in her own home. Support includes: • Assist with personal care, washing and bathing as required, while maintaining dignity and privacy., • Support the client with dressing and getting ready for the day., • Support and encourage safe mobility around the home., • Encourage the client to maintain independence and complete tasks she is able to do safely herself., • Prepare breakfast, light meals, snacks and drinks according to the client's preferences., • Encourage adequate food and fluid intake and report any concerns., • Provide support with toileting and continence needs where required, maintaining dignity and good hygiene., • Provide companionship, reassurance and emotional support., • Encourage the client to follow mobility/physiotherapy exercises already recommended by relevant professionals, where these form part of her agreed care plan., • Observe for changes in mobility, pain, skin condition, bowel pattern, appetite, hydration or general wellbeing and report concerns promptly., • Maintain a safe environment and reduce falls risks, particularly when the client is mobilising., • Record all care and relevant observations accurately after each visit., • Report any deterioration, incidents or concerns in accordance with OPCS escalation procedures. Skills Required • Personal care and dignity, • Bathing and washing support, • Continence and toileting support, • Safe mobility assistance, • Moving and handling awareness, • Falls prevention and risk awareness, • Meal and drink preparation, • Nutrition and hydration monitoring, • Observation and escalation of changes in condition, • Skin integrity awareness, • Supporting an older person with reduced mobility, • Promoting independence, • Person-centred communication, • Companionship and reassurance, • Accurate care documentation, • Infection prevention and control, • Medication awareness and safe working within the care plan, • Ability to recognise when concerns require escalation to family, manager or healthcare professionals Equipment / Aids Equipment currently identified or requiring confirmation: • Walking/mobility aid used by the client, • Stair support/handrails within the home, • Appropriate footwear for safe mobility, • PPE for personal care as required Important The successful applicant must: • Live in or very close to Sydenham (SE26) or be able to travel reliably to the area for scheduled calls., • Be available for morning, lunchtime and evening visits, including weekends., • Be reliable and able to commit consistently to agreed visits., • Have experience providing personal care, including washing, bathing and dressing., • Be confident supporting a person with reduced mobility and promoting safe movement around the home., • Understand how to encourage independence rather than taking over tasks unnecessarily., • Be able to prepare simple, nutritious meals and drinks and confidently encourage good nutrition and hydration., • Be comfortable providing medication prompts/support in accordance with the client's care plan and medication records., • Be able to observe and accurately record food and fluid intake and report concerns appropriately., • Have good communication and observation skills and recognise changes in a client's wellbeing that require escalation., • Understand dignity, privacy, choice and person-centred care., • Have good written and spoken English for communication and accurate care records., • Follow infection prevention, safeguarding, moving and handling and medication procedures., • Complete required care records accurately and promptly after each visit., • Be willing to complete OPCS recruitment, training and competency requirements before working independently. Desirable • Previous domiciliary/home-care experience., • Experience supporting older adults with reduced mobility., • Experience supporting clients with nutrition and hydration needs., • Relevant care qualifications or training., • Driver with access to a vehicle, although applicants who live locally and can reliably attend all required visits will also be considered.

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  • Performing Arts Tutor / Teacher
    Performing Arts Tutor / Teacher
    1 month ago
    £18–£20 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Job Overview Please apply directly through our website 'Theatre On Ice Academy' - 'Join Our Team' Theatre On Ice Academy is seeking an enthusiastic, creative and inspiring Performing Arts Tutor to join our growing team. We are looking for someone who is passionate about developing confident performers and who can help bring the excitement of live theatre onto the ice. The successful candidate will be able to teach at least two performing arts disciplines (e.g. singing, acting or dance) and deliver engaging lessons that develop performance skills, confidence and stage presence for skaters of all ages and abilities. Working closely with our coaching team, you will help create high-quality productions where our performers can SING! ACT! and SKATE LIVE!, making every rehearsal enjoyable, inclusive and inspiring. Key Responsibilities • Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured performing arts lessons., • Teach a minimum of two performing arts disciplines (e.g. Singing, Acting, Dance or Musical Theatre)., • Develop students' confidence, creativity, stage presence and performance skills., • Adapt lessons to suit a range of ages and abilities., • Support the creation and rehearsal of Theatre On Ice Academy productions and showcases., • Work collaboratively with skating coaches to integrate performance with skating routines., • Foster a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment., • Encourage teamwork, professionalism and a love of performing., • Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback., • Prepare students for performances, competitions and Academy events., • Maintain high standards of safeguarding, professionalism and behaviour management., • Represent Theatre On Ice Academy positively at all times. Essential Requirements • Experience teaching children and/or young people and adults in a performing arts setting., • Ability to confidently teach at least two of the following:, • Singing, • Acting, • Dance, • Musical Theatre, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Strong classroom and behaviour management skills., • Enthusiastic, organised and reliable., • Willingness to work collaboratively as part of a creative team., • A genuine passion for inspiring young performers. Desirable Qualifications & Experience • Degree, diploma or recognised qualification in Performing Arts, Musical Theatre, Dance, Drama or Music., • OR Experience choreographing or directing performances., • Experience preparing students for productions or competitions., • Enhanced DBS Certificate (or willingness to obtain one)., • DBS Update Service registration., • Level 3 First Aid qualification., • Experience working with both children and adults., • Knowledge of inclusive teaching practices and adapting lessons for mixed abilities., • Experience working within theatre, musical theatre, television or live performance., • Ability to contribute creative ideas for Academy productions., • A passion for theatre, performance and storytelling., • Self-employed and able to manage own tax and National Insurance responsibilities. Why Join Theatre On Ice Academy? At Theatre On Ice Academy, we believe every skater is also a performer. Our mission is to inspire confidence, creativity and excellence by developing students who can SING! ACT! and SKATE LIVE!, bringing the magic of live theatre to the ice. If you are passionate about inspiring the next generation of performers and want to be part of an exciting, supportive and creative team, we'd love to hear from you.

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  • Community Care Assistant
    Community Care Assistant
    1 month ago
    £13.15–£17.1 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Company: Verity Healthcare Limited Location: Nationwide Branches - We will signpost you to your nearest branch Job type: Full-time and part-time positions available Salary: From £13.50 per hour, with enhanced weekend rates Start date: Immediate start, subject to satisfactory recruitment checks Sponsorship: Sponsorship is not available for this position About the role Verity Healthcare Limited is recruiting compassionate, reliable and motivated Community Care Workers to support people within their own homes. The role involves delivering safe, person-centred care that promotes independence, dignity, choice and wellbeing. You will travel between service users’ homes and provide support in accordance with individual care plans, risk assessments and agreed outcomes. Main duties and responsibilities • Support service users with personal care, including washing, bathing, dressing, oral care and continence needs., • Administer or support with medication in accordance with care plans, MAR records, policies and competency requirements., • Assist with meal preparation, nutrition and hydration., • Support safe mobility, transfers and the use of prescribed equipment., • Encourage independence and enable people to complete tasks for themselves wherever possible., • Support service users with shopping, appointments and community activities where required., • Observe and report changes in a person’s physical health, emotional wellbeing, behaviour or circumstances., • Maintain accurate, respectful and contemporaneous electronic care records., • Report safeguarding concerns, incidents, medication errors, missed visits and other risks immediately., • Follow infection prevention and control procedures, including appropriate PPE and hand hygiene., • Maintain people’s privacy, dignity, confidentiality and human rights., • Work collaboratively with families, representatives, healthcare professionals and colleagues., • Attend training, supervision, team meetings, spot checks and competency assessments., • Follow lone-working, health and safety, emergency and on-call procedures., • Complete all scheduled visits punctually and remain for the commissioned duration., • Notify the office immediately of delays, absences or any risk of a visit being missed. Essential requirements Applicants must: • Have at least six months’ previous care experience., • Be compassionate, patient, reliable and respectful., • Communicate effectively in spoken and written English., • Be able to produce clear and accurate care records., • Be willing to work alternate weekends., • Be able to work independently and as part of a wider care team., • Understand professional boundaries and confidentiality., • Be willing to complete mandatory training and competency assessments., • Be eligible to work in the United Kingdom., • Complete an enhanced DBS and appropriate safer-recruitment checks., • Be a driver with access to a reliable vehicle where travel between service users is required., • Hold valid business-use motor insurance before undertaking work-related journeys. Desirable requirements • Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care., • Previous domiciliary or community-care experience., • Experience supporting people living with dementia, learning disabilities, physical disabilities or long-term health conditions., • Medication-administration experience., • Knowledge of safeguarding, the Mental Capacity Act and person-centred care. Working hours The role may include: • Morning, lunchtime, evening and bedtime visits., • Weekday and weekend work., • Alternate weekends., • Bank holidays., • Additional hours depending on service requirements and availability. Applicants must provide clear and accurate availability during recruitment. Training and development Verity Healthcare Limited provides: • Comprehensive induction and mandatory training., • Shadowing and supervised practice., • Medication and role-specific competency assessments., • Ongoing supervision, spot checks and professional development., • Funded Health and Social Care qualifications where available., • Opportunities for progression into senior, team leader and care coordination roles. Pre-employment requirements An immediate start can only take place once all role-applicable checks have been completed satisfactorily, including: • Proof of identity and address., • Right-to-work verification., • Full employment history and explanation of employment gaps., • Satisfactory references., • Enhanced DBS and barred-list checks where applicable., • Occupational-health declaration., • Driving licence and business-use motor insurance, where required., • Mandatory training and competency assessments., • Management authorisation to undertake independent work.

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  • Childcare Assistant
    Childcare Assistant
    1 month ago
    £10–£14 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    DD’s Childcare is a nurturing and vibrant childcare setting dedicated to providing a safe, stimulating, and loving environment for young children. We focus on early years development, fostering creativity, curiosity, and confidence in every child. Job Description: We are seeking a passionate and reliable Childcare Assistant to join our team. You will support the daily care and development of children, working closely with staff to create a warm and engaging environment. Responsibilities: • Assist in the supervision and care of children aged 0-3 years, • Support children’s learning and development through play and structured activities, • Ensure the safety and well-being of all children in your care, • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment, • Help with feeding, changing, and nap times as needed, • Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues, • Follow safeguarding and health & safety policies Requirements: • Experience working with children (preferred but not essential), • Level 2 or 3 childcare qualification (or willingness to train), • Understanding of EYFS framework (preferred), • A caring, patient, and enthusiastic personality, • Ability to work well in a team and take initiative, • Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one), • First Aid certification (desirable) Benefits: • Support with training and career progression, • Friendly and supportive work environment, • Holiday entitlement and other benefits If you love working with children and want to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you!

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