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  • Nanny / Childminder
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    Nanny / Childminder
    3 days ago
    £30000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Live-in Nanny – Near Adderbury, Oxfordshire (OX17) £30,000 per year + Car Provided + Accommodation + Travel Opportunities We are a warm, welcoming family based near Adderbury (OX17) looking for an exceptional live-in nanny to become an important part of our home. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who genuinely loves working with children and is looking for a long-term role with a supportive family. You’ll be caring for three young children, helping to create a fun, engaging, and nurturing environment while becoming a trusted member of the household. Throughout the year, you’ll also have the opportunity to travel with the family, making this a varied and rewarding position. What You’ll Do • Provide outstanding care for three young children., • Plan engaging, educational and fun activities., • Support daily routines, including school runs and activities., • Help create a happy, safe and organised home environment., • Travel with the family on holidays and trips throughout the year. What We’re Looking For ✅ A genuine passion for working with children. ✅ High energy with a positive, caring personality. ✅ Well educated, organised and responsible. ✅ Full UK driving licence with confidence driving. ✅ Reliable, trustworthy and able to use your own initiative. ✅ Previous childcare or nanny experience is highly desirable. What We Offer • £30,000 salary, • Live-in accommodation provided, • Car provided for work and family duties, • Opportunity to travel with the family throughout the year., • A welcoming, respectful family environment., • Long-term role with stability and excellent work-life experience. If you’re enthusiastic, dependable and love helping children learn, grow and thrive, we’d love to hear from you.

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  • Assistant Football Coach
    Assistant Football Coach
    21 days ago
    £15–£20 hourly
    Part-time
    Thornton Heath

    Volunteer Assistant Football Coach (Ages 5–7) Location: London Commitment: 1 hour/week — Mondays, 5:00–6:00pm Type: Volunteer, with potential progression to paid role (£15–£20 per session) based on performance About the Role We're looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Coach to support our weekly football training sessions for children aged 5–7. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build coaching experience with young players, with a genuine path to a paid position — including funded FA qualifications — once you've settled in and shown you're a good fit. Responsibilities • Support the lead coach in delivering fun, safe, and age-appropriate football sessions, • Help set up and pack away equipment (cones, balls, bibs, goals), • Assist with organising children into groups/drills and keeping sessions running smoothly, • Encourage participation and positive behaviour, ensuring every child feels included, • Help supervise children during arrival and pick-up, working with parents/guardians as needed, • Provide basic first aid support where required (training can be provided), • Give feedback to the lead coach on session flow and player engagement What We're Looking For • A genuine enthusiasm for working with young children and introducing them to football, • Patient, encouraging, and reliable — able to commit to the Monday 5–6pm slot consistently, • Comfortable being active and hands-on during sessions, • Good communication skills with children and parents alike Desirable (not essential) • Previous experience working with children (coaching, teaching, childcare, or similar), • FA coaching qualifications (e.g. FA Level 1) or willingness to work towards one, • A basic understanding of football fundamentals suitable for young age groups What You'll Get • Hands-on coaching experience with a structured, established programme, • Mentorship and guidance from the lead coach, • A DBS check will be arranged and covered by us (required for the role), • Progression opportunity: after a successful initial period, this role becomes paid at £15–£20 per session, and we'll fund your FA coaching qualification (e.g. FA Level 1) to support your ongoing development How to Apply Please get in touch with a short note about yourself and any relevant experience, and we'll arrange a chat and a chance to observe or join a session.

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  • Children’s Care Home Manager
    Children’s Care Home Manager
    1 month ago
    £45000–£60000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Location: South West London Start Date: Approximately 6 months from appointment Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Registered Manager to join our team and lead the management of a new Ofsted-registered children’s residential home. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced childcare professional who is looking for their next career move and would like to be involved in establishing and developing a high-quality children’s home from the outset. The ideal candidate We are looking for someone who has: • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent recognised qualification), • 3+ years’ experience working within residential childcare, • Previous experience in a senior/management role within a children’s residential setting, • A strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection and promoting positive outcomes for children, • Knowledge of Ofsted requirements and the regulations and standards applicable to children’s homes, • Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills, • The ability to manage and support a staff team effectively, • A commitment to providing children with a safe, nurturing and positive environment, • The ability to work collaboratively with social workers, local authorities, families and other professionals What we offer Competitive salary based on experience and suitability for the role. We understand that an experienced Registered Manager may already be in employment. As the home is due to commence operations in approximately 6 months, we are happy to work with the successful candidate around their existing employment. The successful applicant can remain in their current position until the new home is ready to commence, with a small retainer paid during the preparation period. This gives the successful candidate the opportunity to become involved in the development of the home without having to leave their current employment prematurely. Your role As Registered Manager, you will ultimately be responsible for: • The day-to-day management and operation of the children’s home, • Ensuring the home meets Ofsted regulations and standards, • Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, • Recruiting, managing, supervising and developing staff, • Developing and maintaining policies and procedures, • Ensuring high standards of care and record keeping, • Working with placing authorities and other professionals, • Supporting positive outcomes for children and young people, • Preparing the home and team for Ofsted registration, • Maintaining a strong culture of safeguarding, accountability and continuous improvement Why join us? This is an opportunity to help shape a new children’s home from the beginning, rather than simply taking over an established service. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to the home’s development, policies, staffing structure and culture ahead of opening, with the potential to build and lead a high-performing team. To apply, please send your CV along with a brief covering letter outlining your relevant residential childcare experience, qualifications and why you are interested in the role. All applications will be treated confidentially.

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  • Residential Support Worker
    Residential Support Worker
    1 month ago
    £12.5–£16.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Mitcham

    Residential Support Worker – Children’s Residential Home Make a Real Difference Every Day Are you passionate about helping children and young people feel safe, valued and empowered to reach their potential? Join our dedicated team as a Residential Support Worker and become a positive, consistent and inspiring presence in the lives of the children we support. This is more than a job—it is an opportunity to build meaningful relationships, create lasting memories and help young people develop the confidence, resilience and life skills they need to thrive. Role Overview As a Residential Support Worker, you will provide warm, compassionate and child-centred care within a safe, nurturing and supportive home environment. You will play an important role in helping children and young people feel secure, understood and encouraged. You must be able to engage young people positively and confidently, building genuine relationships through conversation, shared activities, encouragement and trust. Whether supporting a young person through a difficult day, celebrating their achievements or helping them try something new, your approach will make a lasting difference. We are looking for someone who is caring, energetic, resilient and reliable, with the ability to remain calm and positive when faced with challenging situations. You will work proactively as part of a team and help create a home where every child feels listened to, respected and supported. Key Responsibilities • Provide high-quality, trauma-informed care that reflects each child’s individual needs, wishes, risks and care plan., • Engage young people in a positive, respectful and meaningful way, encouraging participation, communication and trust., • Build safe, trusting and professional relationships with children and young people., • Support children with daily routines, including personal care where required, meal preparation, household tasks and maintaining a welcoming home environment., • Encourage children to develop independence, confidence, resilience and practical life skills., • Plan and take part in engaging activities, hobbies, key-work sessions, outings and community experiences that reflect young people’s interests., • Motivate young people to participate in education, training, employment, health appointments and other professional services., • Celebrate progress, recognise achievements and help young people identify and build on their strengths., • Contribute to the development, implementation and review of care plans, placement plans, risk assessments and individual support strategies., • Promote positive behaviour through calm, consistent, restorative and relationship-based approaches., • Respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns, incidents, missing episodes and emergencies, following organisational procedures., • Maintain professional boundaries while providing warm, consistent and responsive care., • Complete clear, accurate and timely records, including daily logs, incident reports, key-work records and progress updates., • Communicate effectively with children, colleagues, families, social workers and other professionals., • Support children to maintain appropriate family and community relationships in accordance with their care plans., • Administer or support with medication where required, following training and organisational procedures., • Drive company vehicles when required to support appointments, education, activities and community access., • Participate in staff meetings, supervision, training and reflective practice., • Work in accordance with safeguarding requirements, relevant legislation, regulatory standards and organisational policies. Person Specification The successful candidate will demonstrate: • A genuine passion for supporting children and young people., • The ability to engage young people naturally, positively and confidently., • A creative and enthusiastic approach to building relationships and encouraging participation., • A compassionate, patient and non-judgemental attitude., • The ability to connect with young people while maintaining clear and professional boundaries., • Strong verbal and written communication skills., • Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm, positive and solution-focused under pressure., • The ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow agreed care plans and procedures., • Good organisational and time-management skills., • Confidence using electronic systems for recording, reporting and communication., • An understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality and the importance of accurate record keeping., • Flexibility to work a varied rota, including days, evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep-in duties., • A willingness to get involved, be proactive and make a positive difference every day. Qualifications and Experience • Previous experience working with children or young people in residential care, education, youth work, social care or a similar setting is desirable., • Experience engaging young people through activities, mentoring, support work, education or community-based work is desirable., • A Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare, Children and Young People’s Workforce, or an equivalent qualification is desirable., • Applicants without the relevant Level 3 qualification must be willing to complete the required qualification within the appropriate timeframe., • A full UK driving licence and the ability to drive safely and responsibly are desirable., • Applicants must be willing to undertake all required training and participate fully in ongoing professional development. Safeguarding Hope & Noble is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and provide satisfactory references. All appointments will be made in accordance with safer recruitment requirements. Ready to Make a Difference? If you are caring, dependable, engaging and passionate about helping children and young people feel safe, build confidence and achieve their potential, we would love to hear from you. Bring your energy, compassion and commitment to Hope & Noble—and help us create brighter futures, one young person at a time.

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  • Nanny
    Nanny
    2 months ago
    £15–£25 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Experienced Nannies & Mannies Wanted – London Marvza Private Nannies & Mannies is a new London-based nanny agency, and we’re currently building our network of trusted and experienced childcare professionals. We’re looking for warm, reliable and professional Nannies and Mannies who would like to register with our agency and be considered for suitable family placements across London. We’re looking for candidates who: • Have previous nanny or professional childcare experience, • Genuinely enjoy working with children, • Are reliable, caring and professional, • Can provide verifiable references, • Have the right to work in the UK, • Have an Enhanced DBS or are willing to obtain one, • Have Paediatric First Aid or are willing to obtain it, • Communicate confidently and professionally with families Why register with Marvza? 🤎 Free registration for candidates 🤎 Personalised matching with suitable families 🤎 Full-time and part-time opportunities 🤎 Live-in and live-out roles 🤎 Ongoing support throughout the placement process 🤎 Opportunities with families across London All applicants will complete our registration, interview and vetting process before being introduced to families. Please note: This advertisement is for registration with our nanny agency and consideration for current and future family placements. Registration does not guarantee immediate employment. 📍 London If you’re an experienced Nanny or Manny looking for your next opportunity, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to join Marvza Private Nannies & Mannies.

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  • Housekeeper
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    Housekeeper
    3 days ago
    £35000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    We are a warm, welcoming family based near Adderbury (OX17) looking for an exceptional live-in Housekeeper / Family Cook to become an important and trusted part of our household. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who takes real pride in creating a clean, organised and well-run home, and who also enjoys preparing fresh, healthy and delicious family meals. We are looking for someone proactive and dependable who notices what needs doing and takes ownership of the day-to-day running of the home. You’ll work alongside our family and nanny to help make everyday life run smoothly. There will also be opportunities to travel with the family throughout the year, making this a varied and rewarding long-term position. What You’ll Do • Take responsibility for the day-to-day cleanliness and organisation of the home., • General housekeeping, cleaning and tidying to a high standard., • Laundry, ironing and wardrobe organisation., • Changing and managing bed linen and towels., • Keeping household supplies organised and stocked., • Prepare fresh, healthy and enjoyable family meals., • Help with meal planning and grocery shopping., • Keep the kitchen clean, organised and well maintained., • Assist with general household organisation and errands., • Work alongside the nanny to help the household run smoothly., • Travel with the family on holidays and trips when required. What We’re Looking For ✅ Excellent housekeeping standards and strong attention to detail. ✅ Confident preparing good-quality, healthy family meals. ✅ Organised, proactive and able to use your own initiative. ✅ Warm, positive and comfortable working in a family home with children. ✅ Reliable, discreet and trustworthy. ✅ Full UK driving licence and confidence driving. ✅ Previous private household, housekeeping or similar experience is highly desirable. ✅ Someone looking for a long-term position and who wants to become a valued part of the household. You do not need to be a professional chef — we are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys cooking and can confidently prepare a good variety of fresh family meals. What We Offer • £35,000 salary, • Private live-in accommodation provided, • Car provided for work and household duties, • Opportunity to travel with the family throughout the year, • Welcoming and respectful family environment, • Long-term role offering stability, • Varied position with plenty of independence and responsibility If you’re organised, dependable, take pride in maintaining a beautiful home and enjoy cooking great food, we’d love to hear from you.

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  • Kitchen Assistant / Kitchen Porter
    Kitchen Assistant / Kitchen Porter
    4 days ago
    £12.71 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Kitchen Assistant / Kitchen Porter Bloom Community Kitchen Location: Dalmain Primary School, Lewisham, SE23 1AS Hours: 15 hours a week, 11:30 - 14:30 Contract: Term-time only / part-time Salary: £12.71 p/h About Bloom Community Kitchen Bloom Community Kitchen is a fresh, seasonal, education-led school food company. We believe school meals should do more than simply feed children — they should help shape healthier habits, brighter days, and a stronger sense of community. Our approach is warm, organised, and child-focused. We serve colourful, nourishing food, support schools with a calm and positive dining experience, and aim to build pride in great school food. The role We are looking for a reliable, hardworking and positive Kitchen Assistant to join our team. Primarily focused on keeping the kitchen and school hall spaces clean and tidy, staying on top of the washing up and ensuring that the salad bar and water dispensers are well stocked, you may also be asked to help with some basic food prep, baking and cooking. Main responsibilities • Wash up and keep the kitchen clean, tidy, and well organised., • Follow food hygiene, allergen, and health and safety procedures at all times., • Support the wider kitchen team to ensure a calm and efficient service., • Help create a positive mealtime experience for children and staff. We’re looking for someone who is: • Reliable and punctual., • Friendly, calm, and a good team player., • Happy working in a busy kitchen environment., • Organised and willing to learn., • Proud of keeping high standards of cleanliness and food safety., • Positive about working in a school community. Experience Previous kitchen or catering experience is helpful, but not essential. We are much more interested in attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn. Why join Bloom Community Kitchen? • Be part of a fresh and exciting school food project., • Work in a supportive, community-focused team., • Term-time working pattern., • Opportunity to grow with a new and ambitious company., • A role where your work genuinely makes a difference to children’s day. Safeguarding Bloom Community Kitchen is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This role may be subject to references, safer recruitment checks, and an enhanced DBS check where appropriate. We would love to hear from people who care about good food, teamwork, and creating a positive experience for children.

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  • Early Years Practitioner
    Early Years Practitioner
    8 days ago
    £13–£16 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Early Years Practitioner – Bright Path Nursery, Battersea Bright Path Nursery is looking for a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner to join our team. We provide a safe, warm and stimulating environment where children feel secure, enjoy learning and can develop at their own pace. About the role You will help deliver high quality care and learning for children from birth to five, support their individual needs and build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues. We have full-time, part-time and term-time opportunities available. What you’ll do • Provide attentive, nurturing care and help keep children safe, • Support children’s learning through play and planned activities, • Observe children’s progress and contribute to records and next steps, • Help maintain a welcoming, clean and well-organised environment, • Work with colleagues and communicate professionally with families, • Follow nursery policies, including safeguarding, health and safety, and confidentiality What we’re looking for • A relevant Level 3 early years qualification, • Experience working with young children in an early years setting, • A warm, patient and reliable approach, • Good communication and teamwork skills, • A commitment to safeguarding and children’s wellbeing An enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and relevant recruitment checks will be required. If you’re passionate about helping young children learn and thrive, we’d love to hear from you.

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  • Sports Coach
    Sports Coach
    17 days ago
    £15–£20 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Job description: • Sports Coach & PE Teacher Wanted – Wimbledon, • Start: ASAP | Part-time & Flexible, • Join a Growing Business & Inspire the Next Generation Smail Sports is looking for a passionate, energetic, and skilled primary PE Teacher & Sports Coach to deliver high-quality PE lessons and sports clubs in local primary schools. Founded by Alec Smail, a PE specialist with 13+ years of experience, we are committed to providing outstanding sports education that helps children develop skills, confidence, and a love for competition. The Role: • Teach & coach a variety of sports, including football, athletics, netball, tag rugby, table tennis, dodgeball & more., • Deliver engaging PE lessons & extracurricular clubs for children aged 7-11., • Support the growth of Smail Sports, contributing ideas and helping expand into more schools., • Coach children to develop both technical skills & a positive, competitive mindset., • Maintain & build upon the sporting success of Bishop Gilpin Primary School and beyond. What We’re Looking For: • Passionate & driven about sports coaching and youth development., • A strong communicator & role model who inspires kids to work hard and compete., • Qualified & experienced – a background in PE teaching or coaching is essential., • Reliable, adaptable & proactive, with a strong work ethic and ability to engage all ability levels. Why Join Smail Sports? • Be part of an exciting, growing business with career progression opportunities., • Work in a supportive, high-energy environment where your ideas matter., • Help shape the future of school sports & competitive success in the local community., • Flexible working hours – perfect for balancing with other commitments.

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  • SEN Tutor
    SEN Tutor
    22 days ago
    Part-time
    London

    Position Overview We are seeking a patient, dedicated and supportive SEN Tutor to provide tailored educational support to children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN). The successful candidate will deliver engaging, individualised tutoring sessions based on each student’s abilities, learning needs and educational goals. The role involves working closely with students, parents and the GoTutors team to help learners build their academic skills, confidence and independence in a positive and encouraging environment. Responsibilities • Deliver individualised tutoring sessions tailored to each student’s learning needs, abilities and pace, • Support students with Special Educational Needs, including learners who may require additional help with communication, concentration, organisation or academic development, • Adapt teaching methods, resources and activities to make learning accessible and engaging, • Support students in subjects including Maths and English, according to their individual level and educational goals, • Develop structured lesson plans and learning activities appropriate to each student, • Monitor and record student progress, identifying strengths and areas requiring further support, • Provide constructive feedback and encouragement to help students develop confidence and independence, • Communicate regularly with parents or guardians regarding progress, learning objectives and areas for development, • Work collaboratively with the GoTutors team and other professionals where appropriate to provide consistent support, • Maintain accurate records of tutoring sessions, attendance, topics covered and student progress, • Follow safeguarding procedures and maintain a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment Requirements • Previous experience tutoring, teaching or supporting children or young people with Special Educational Needs, • A patient, empathetic and adaptable approach to teaching and learning, • Strong communication skills and the ability to explain concepts in different ways according to individual learning needs, • Ability to build positive and professional relationships with students and parents, • Good organisational and time-management skills, • Ability to plan engaging lessons and adapt educational materials for different abilities and learning styles, • A genuine interest in supporting children and young people to achieve their academic and personal potential, • Knowledge or experience of SEN strategies and inclusive education is highly desirable, • Relevant qualifications in education, SEN, teaching or subject-specific areas are advantageous but not essential, • An appropriate enhanced DBS check will be required for the role ( Can be arranged through GoTutors)

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