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Job Title: Deputy Manager Mothers & Babies Unit (16 - 21) Location: Hainault, Essex Salary: Up to £35,000 per year Hours: Full-time About Us: My client is a supportive and dynamic residential unit providing self-independent living for young mothers and their babies. Currently, they care for 5 mothers, with the capacity to accommodate up to 7. Our mission is to empower young mothers to develop essential life skills, provide nurturing care for their babies, and build a strong foundation for their future. The Role: We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Deputy Manager to join our team. You will play a key role in supporting the Manager in delivering high-quality care and support to mothers and babies, ensuring compliance with safeguarding and regulatory standards, and promoting positive outcomes. Key Responsibilities: • Assist the Manager in the day-to-day operations of the unit., • Support and supervise staff, promoting professional development., • Work collaboratively with external agencies and stakeholders., • Contribute to regulatory inspections and reports. Person Specification: • Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)., • Experience working within children and young adult care services, ideally in residential or supported living settings., • Strong leadership and team management skills., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults. We Offer: • Competitive salary of up to £35,000 per year., • A supportive, family-like team environment., • Opportunities for professional growth and development., • The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young mothers and their babies. How to Apply: Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role

Job description If you would like to build a career that gives you genuine sense of achievement and fulfilment knowing that you can have a positive impact on children and young people we support, then come work with us. Golden Care Living Children’s home in Ilford are recruiting for Residential Support Workers and Senior Residential Support Workers. We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated, caring, and passionate people to become an integral part of our support team. In this role, you will support our young people and be responsible for providing compassionate care during your time with them making a difference in their lives. The applicant must be at least 21 years old. Our benefits include: In return for your hard work and commitment to the role we offer: • Enhanced disclosure cost coverage, • Competitive salary, • Enrolment onto the Updating Service at the cost of the employer, • Comprehensive induction and commitment to ongoing training expense met by the employer., • Pension Scheme, • 28 days holiday (excluding Bank Holidays) We are immensely proud of the career pathway and training we can offer you. If you can demonstrate the values needed for a role within residential childcare, we will give you all the training and support you need. About you: • Ability to work some nights., • You must have a DBS issued in the last 3 months or be willing to have one with the online update service. (Essential), • Have an NVQ Level 3 or be working towards it. (Or willingness and ability to work towards one) A Residential Children’s Support Worker role will involve: Supporting children aged 8-17 in full-time residential care during the nights and day shift. To be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety, security, and confidentiality, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person. Setting boundaries for children and young people that may display challenging or emotional behaviour, whilst developing a relationship built on mutual trust. Residential Support Workers play a key role in contributing to the physical, social, and emotional well-being, to provide a safe and nurturing atmosphere. To use behaviour management strategies effectively and in line with the home's policy and procedures, which contribute to a purposeful environment. Person Specification (Essential) Evidence of successfully working with young people Awareness of safeguarding young people Risk assessments/Care Plans/Daily Logging/Use of IT Working as part of a team Empower and encourage young people to develop their life skills and independence skills, adhering to any independence programmes in place. (Preparing meals, travel training, domestic duties) Ability to deal with challenging or aggressive behaviour. High degree of resilience Empathy, patience and understanding for those who are vulnerable. Good communication skills Ensure the young people's paperwork is completed fully and includes all relevant information for that young person including their engagement, mood, conversations, thoughts, and feelings. Ensure that all records completed are accurate and reflective. Good listening skills

Avance Care Services provides supported accommodation services which enable young people in care to transition and develop independent living skills to prepare for independent living and adulthood. We work directly with young people and professionals, providing a holistic approach in order to deliver positive outcomes for all young people placed with us. We are looking for an experienced youth support mentor who is experienced in working with young people with challenging behaviour, trauma and cares about being a positive support to young people in care. You will be: • based in our shared homes across London and Essex, • working 12 hour shifts, • self employed, • Responsibilities:, • Develop and implement educational programs and activities for youth, • Deliver key worker sessions and workshops, • Collaborate with other professionals to meet the needs of the young person, • Mentor and provide guidance to youth in personal and social development, • Create a safe and inclusive environment for all young people, • Monitor and supervise youth in the home, • Improving and enhancing young peoples lives, • Skills:, • Experience working with children, particularly those with challenging background, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Patience, empathy, and the ability to build rapport with youth, • Non judgemental approach, • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks, • Ability to work effectively in a team, • Ability to use their initiative, • This position offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on young individuals. Do you have a passion for education, experience working with young people, and possess the necessary skills? Yes? Then we encourage you to apply!, • Qualifications, • Experience working or mentoring young people (16-18 years old)., • Good IT and documentation skills, • Strong communication skills to effectively engage with young individuals, • Knowledge of neurodivergence, • Good knowledge of Ofsted legislation for Supported Accommodation, • Organisational skills to manage multiple tasks and activities effectively, • Knowledge of safeguarding and care services

To provide advice, assistance and support to young people. To attend to their practical, physical and emotional needs. To act as an appropriate role model and to work closely with them to enable them to address their difficulties and achieve their optimum potential. Key Responsibilities 1. To work in a small team to support and implement the development of the children’s home., 2. To enhance and effect change to the good of all children with whom they work by acquiring the necessary skills through their own training and development., 4. To ensure that the young people’s needs are recognised and met. This includes ensuring that they are free from discrimination with the home and to challenge discrimination from outside the home., 5. To protect the young people from harm in and outside the home, 6. To assist the management in the home in compliance with Ofsted, legislation and the ethos and policies of the company., 7. To exercise responsible control over the children to ensure their safety and wellbeing and assist them in developing acceptable standards of personal hygiene and behaviour. This also applies to encouraging children to abide by house rules and principles., 8. To participate in the development implementation and monitoring of the individual young people’s care plans., 9. In accordance with plans for the day, to organise and supervise recreational and leisure activities both in and out of the home to provide the children with an interesting and stimulating life. This includes being prepared to spend time away from the home, on holiday and at camps etc., 10. To ensure positive participation in the company’s internal training scheme., 11. To be familiar with and follow the Local Authority Child Protection Procedures and Bull Care Services team’s Safer Caring and Child Protection Procedures’. All Information coming to the knowledge of staff must in the first instance be reported immediately to the Registered Manager, Deputy Manager or Senior Residential Worker., 12. To develop and maintain good working relationships with parents, social workers, schools and other professionals concerned with the welfare of the young people., 13. To use the home as a model to support and develop the social skills of the young people being looked after., 14. To ensure that the home meets the needs of the individual young people and the needs of the group., 15. To maintain a good understanding of child protection and safeguarding procedures, 16. To care for children when they are ill and, where necessary, administer medicines, drugs and treatment under the guidance of the child’s medical practitioner., 17. To perform household duties as required. This includes cooking and general cleaning, sorting laundry, checking children’s bedrooms and encouraging them to keep their rooms tidy. Pay: £33,000.00-£35,000.00 per year Full Time and Part Time 12hr, 24hr shifts and 5pm-11pm plus sleep available Experience with social care and children is required

Purpose of Role To provide high-quality, person-centred care and support to individuals, enabling them to live safely, independently, and with dignity in their own homes or community settings. Key Responsibilities Deliver personal care, including washing, dressing, toileting, and grooming in line with care plans. Support service users with meals, hydration, and medication (where trained and authorised). Encourage independence and choice, promoting confidence and self-esteem. Assist with mobility, transfers, and the safe use of equipment (e.g., hoists, wheelchairs). Provide companionship, emotional support, and social interaction. Carry out household tasks (light cleaning, laundry, shopping, meal preparation). Accurately record and report care delivered, changes in needs, and incidents. Maintain confidentiality and uphold safeguarding principles at all times. Follow infection prevention and control measures to ensure a safe environment. About You Compassionate, patient, and committed to improving the lives of others. Good communication and listening skills. Reliable, flexible, and able to work independently or as part of a team. Willing to undertake training and development to maintain high standards of care. Previous experience in care is desirable but not essential — full training will be provided. Qualifications & Requirements NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or willingness to work towards). Enhanced DBS check. Right to work in the UK. Full driving licence and access to a vehicle (if required for community-based roles). What We Offer ✨ Competitive pay rates and mileage allowance ✨ Full induction and ongoing training (with opportunities to gain qualifications) ✨ Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle ✨ Supportive management and a friendly team culture ✨ Career progression opportunities ✨ Rewards and recognition for outstanding performance

PART TIME AND FULL TIME POSITION AVAILABLE About Us Alaia Aesthetics is one of the UK’s leading medical aesthetics clinics, recognised for post-operative care, lymphatic drainage, and advanced body sculpting treatments. Led by an award-winning nurse and mentor, we combine medical expertise with luxury service. We are now seeking an Aesthetic Therapist / Medical Aesthetician to join our team. This role is perfect for ambitious individuals eager to learn, take on new challenges, and expand their expertise in a supportive, professional environment. Ongoing in-house training is provided, and we also encourage staff to bring their own skills to our growing clinic. Treatments We Offer • Lymphatic drainage and post-operative surgical massage & care, • Seroma and drain management, • Wood therapy, • Electrolysis body sculpting 1. Deliver high-quality treatments with a focus on patient safety, comfort, and results., 2. Provide excellent standards of customer care and client education., 3. Document accurate treatment notes, consent forms, and aftercare protocols., 4. Monitor and anticipate stock requirements, consumables, and equipment needs., 5. Work closely with nurses to deliver integrated aesthetic services., 6. Capture professional treatment content (before/after photos, videos) for social media using clinic devices., 7. Maintain confidentiality and uphold clinic presentation standards. Essential Requirements • NVQ Level 2 (minimum) in Beauty Therapy, • Minimum 2 years’ hands-on experience in a clinic, spa, or aesthetics setting, • Knowledge of health, safety, and confidentiality protocols, • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, • Strong communication and client-care skills, • Qualifications in massage therapies (deep tissue, Swedish, sports massage, reflexology), • Additional beauty therapy qualifications (facials, advanced skin treatments, nail/eye treatments), • Experience with energy-based devices (laser, radiofrequency, cavitation), • Experience with laser hair removal treatments, • Knowledge of hyperbaric oxygen chamber operation or therapy delivery, • Confident, professional, and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills, • Flexible with working hours, including evenings and weekends (core hours: 10am–7pm; occasional early/late shifts), • Able to work effectively in a busy clinic environment, • Starting rate: £14 per hour (self-employed basis), • Commission opportunities on services and product sales, • Free or discounted aesthetic treatments and products, • Flexible working hours, • Ongoing training and development opportunities, • Supportive and ambitious team culture Message for more information

Duties: Observation & Development: Monitor children’s growth and development, identifying individual needs and interests. Plan and deliver engaging activities that promote learning, creativity and social skills. Provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children. Attend to their daily needs including meals, hygiene, rest and play. Build and maintain strong, supportive relationships with parents and guardians. Act as the primary point of contact for any inquiries, updates, or concerns. Develop relationships with local schools, nurseries, and community groups to support children’s education and wellbeing. Coordinate with educational institutions when required. Identify opportunities to introduce new activities, learning resources and age-appropriate programs to enrich children’s experiences. Work closely with parents, educational professionals and health providers to ensure holistic care and support for each child. Stay informed on childcare regulations, safeguarding policies and early years education standards. Ensure that all care practices meet legal and professional requirements. Continuous Improvement: Regularly reflect on practice, seek feedback and update childcare strategies to maintain a high-quality service. Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong sales and marketing skills. In-depth knowledge of child admissions regulations and procedures. Excellent research and analytical skills. Time management and organisational skills. Strong work ethic, self-motivation, and a results-oriented attitude. Qualification and experience: 2-3 Years Experience Required Bachelor's degree (Preferred)