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Location: Thurrock Hours: Full-time / Part-time opportunities available Salary: Competitive (depending on experience) Driving Licence: Essential (or preferred if recruiting multiple roles) This isn't just another support worker role. At Alternative Movement, we don't believe disability defines a person—we believe in unlocking potential. Every day we support adults with disabilities to become more independent, healthier, more confident, and more connected to their communities. Whether that's learning to travel independently, cooking a meal from scratch, accessing the gym, building friendships, volunteering, gaining employment, or simply achieving something they never thought possible, our job is to help people live bigger, more fulfilling lives. We're looking for people who genuinely care about others and want to be part of something that's changing lives. About the Role As a Support Worker within our Day Opportunities service, you'll work alongside adults with a range of disabilities, helping them build confidence, develop practical life skills, and achieve goals that matter to them. No two days are the same. One day you could be supporting someone with meal planning and cooking, the next you could be helping someone access public transport independently, taking a group to the gym, supporting a community project, encouraging social interaction, or helping someone prepare for employment. This is an active role where you'll spend as much time out in the community as you do within our service. Our focus is always on what people can do—not what they can't. What You'll Be Doing • Supporting individuals to develop independence and everyday living skills., • Helping people access the local community safely and confidently., • Encouraging healthy lifestyles through fitness, wellbeing, and physical activity., • Supporting cooking, budgeting, shopping, travel training, and personal development., • Building positive relationships with the people we support and their families., • Working alongside colleagues to create engaging and meaningful daily activities., • Promoting dignity, choice, inclusion, and independence in everything you do., • Driving our participants to community activities and appointments using company vehicles (where applicable)., • Recording progress and celebrating achievements. We're Looking For People Who... • Are kind, positive, patient, and genuinely enjoy helping others., • Believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live independently., • Have great communication skills., • Can think creatively and adapt to different situations., • Are energetic and enjoy being out in the community., • Can work well as part of a close-knit team., • Have a full UK driving licence and are confident driving., • Want a career that genuinely makes a difference. Experience within health and social care is welcomed but not essential. If you've worked in coaching, fitness, teaching, youth work, hospitality, customer service, sports, community work, or simply have the right attitude, we'd love to hear from you. We can teach the skills. We can't teach passion. What You'll Get • Full induction and ongoing training., • Opportunities for career progression., • A supportive and friendly team that genuinely cares., • The chance to make a real impact every single day., • Varied and rewarding work—no two days are ever the same., • Opportunities to contribute ideas and shape the future of Alternative Movement., • Company pension., • Paid training and development opportunities., • Employee wellbeing support. Why Alternative Movement? We're not a traditional care provider. We're building a movement that believes disability should never be a barrier to opportunity. Everything we do is centred around helping people become more confident, more independent, and more connected to the world around them. If you're looking for a role where you can finish each day knowing you've genuinely changed someone's life, we'd love to hear from you. Come and be part of something different. Apply today and help us redefine what is possible.

Bring the Energy. Create the Experience. At Ballerz, we're not just another hospitality venue. We're a sports and entertainment destination where guests come to watch live sport, play interactive games, celebrate special occasions, and enjoy unforgettable experiences with friends, family, and colleagues. We're looking for energetic, outgoing, and guest-focused individuals to join our Front of House team and help create an exciting atmosphere every day. If you love working with people, enjoy being part of a lively environment, and take pride in creating memorable experiences, we'd love to hear from you. The Role As a Front of House & Party Host, you'll play a key role in delivering the Ballerz experience. You'll welcome guests, support service delivery, host parties and group bookings, promote games and activities, and help create the energy and atmosphere that makes Ballerz unique. This is much more than a traditional hospitality role. We're looking for people who are confident engaging with guests, bringing energy to the venue, and helping create an environment that guests want to return to. What You'll Be Responsible For • Providing a warm and engaging welcome to all guests, • Delivering exceptional customer service throughout the guest journey, • Hosting birthday parties, group bookings, and special events, • Explaining games, activities, and venue experiences to guests, • Creating a fun, energetic, and welcoming atmosphere, • Supporting food and drink service where required, • Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, presentation, and organisation, • Assisting with venue events, promotions, and activations, • Handling guest enquiries confidently and professionally, • Working closely with the wider team to deliver a seamless guest experience What We're Looking For • A positive attitude and strong work ethic, • Excellent communication and people skills, • Confidence engaging with guests of all ages, • A friendly, outgoing, and enthusiastic personality, • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, • Strong teamwork skills, • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and event days, • Previous hospitality, leisure, entertainment, or customer service experience is beneficial but not essential What You'll Bring • Energy and enthusiasm, • Confidence and personality, • A guest-first mindset, • Reliability and professionalism, • A willingness to learn and develop, • A passion for creating memorable experiences Why Join Ballerz? • Work in a fun, exciting, and fast-paced environment, • Be part of a growing sports and entertainment brand, • Flexible working opportunities, • Ongoing training and development, • Opportunities to progress within the business, • Work alongside a passionate and supportive team Whether you're looking for your first role in hospitality or already have experience in customer service, entertainment, or events, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a business where personality, energy, and guest experience come first. If you love creating memorable moments and thrive in a lively environment, we'd love to hear from you.

At Al Portesin, we celebrate the true flavours of Italy with a warm, family-friendly atmosphere and a passion for authentic cuisine. Our menu features freshly made pizzas, traditional pasta dishes, fresh seafood, and carefully selected seasonal ingredients, all prepared with quality and care. Whether you're joining us for a relaxed lunch, a family dinner, or a special occasion, our friendly team is dedicated to providing genuine Italian hospitality and an unforgettable dining experience. Al Portesin is a place where great food, welcoming service, and the spirit of Italy come together

Lead the Game. Own the Shift. Create the Atmosphere. At Ballerz, we're not just another hospitality venue. We combine live sport, interactive gaming, food, drink, and entertainment to create an experience that keeps guests coming back. Whether it's a major sporting fixture, a corporate event, a birthday celebration, or a busy weekend service, energy, atmosphere, and execution are at the heart of everything we do. We're looking for an ambitious and driven Duty Manager to join our leadership team and play a key role in the day-to-day success of the venue. This is not a traditional restaurant management role. We're looking for someone who can take ownership, lead from the front, make decisions under pressure, and create a high-performing environment for both guests and team members. The Role As a Duty Manager, you will be responsible for the operational leadership of the venue during your shift. You'll lead service, manage teams, maintain standards, support commercial performance, and ensure every guest receives an exceptional experience. You'll be expected to take ownership of operational issues, anticipate challenges before they arise, and ensure the venue runs smoothly whether senior management are on site or not. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong communication, confidence, organisation, and a genuine passion for delivering great hospitality experiences. Is This Role Right For You? This role may suit an experienced Assistant Manager looking to take the next step into a larger operational leadership position, or an established Duty Manager seeking greater ownership, accountability, and influence within a growing business. We're looking for individuals who are ready to lead from the front, take ownership of outcomes, and play a key role in the day-to-day performance and success of the venue. The ideal candidate will be proactive, commercially aware, operationally focused, and confident leading teams in a fast-paced environment. What You'll Be Responsible For Leading and managing the venue during service Taking full operational ownership of assigned shifts Delivering exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced environment Creating and maintaining a high-energy atmosphere aligned with live sport and events Coaching, motivating, and developing team members Driving operational standards, accountability, and team performance Conducting effective shift briefings and maintaining clear communication across teams Supporting sales initiatives, events, and venue activations Managing service recovery and guest feedback professionally and effectively Monitoring stock levels, operational requirements, and venue readiness Identifying, actioning, and following through on operational and maintenance issues Supporting labour control and effective team deployment Ensuring compliance with health & safety, licensing, and company procedures Maintaining strong communication and alignment between operational and commercial teams What We're Looking For • Previous management experience within hospitality, leisure, entertainment, or a high-volume customer-facing environment, • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop, and hold teams accountable, • Excellent communication and organisational skills, • The ability to remain calm, decisive, and solutions-focused under pressure, • Commercial awareness and an understanding of operational performance, • Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to ownership, • Confidence in making decisions and managing a venue independently, • A genuine passion for hospitality, live sport, guest experience, and team development, • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and major event days What You'll Bring • Energy and enthusiasm, • Strong leadership presence, • A proactive mindset, • High standards and attention to detail, • Accountability and ownership, • The ability to build positive working relationships across teams, • A desire to contribute to a growing and ambitious business Why Join Ballerz? • Be part of a growing and exciting sports and entertainment brand, • Work in a unique environment where no two days are the same, • Opportunity to develop and progress within a growing business, • Work alongside passionate and ambitious people, • Play a key role in shaping the guest experience and venue culture, • Be trusted with genuine responsibility and operational ownership If you're looking for a role where you can lead, influence, and make a genuine impact every shift, we'd love to hear from you.