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  • Childcare Assistant
    Childcare Assistant
    24 days 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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  • Residential Childcare Worker
    Residential Childcare Worker
    2 months ago
    £13.5–£16.5 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Residential Childcare Worker (EBD experience essential) Ofsted-registered children's homes, London & Southeast SureShift is looking for experienced, reliable residential childcare workers to join our team, placed into Ofsted-regulated children's homes across London and the Southeast. This role requires genuine professional experience in a children's residential care setting, specifically supporting young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). This means paid work in a registered children's home, secure unit, or comparable setting, where you've worked to a care plan, handled behaviour management or de-escalation, and worked as part of a shift team. It does not include babysitting, nannying, au pair work, playgroup or nursery assistant roles, or being a parent or family carer. If your experience is in one of these areas, this isn't the right role for you, but we'd encourage you to gain setting-based experience first and apply once you have it. However, we will consider if you can prove knowledge in this sector. You'll need: • At least six months' experience in a children's residential setting, with direct EBD exposure, • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be happy to get one sorted), • The right to work in the UK, • A current safeguarding certificate When you apply, please tell us the name of the setting(s) where you gained this experience and roughly when. This helps us move you through faster. On shift, the home's own team leads the way, your job is to support brilliantly within their care plan, not to run things. In return, you get direct PAYE employment (no umbrella companies, no self-employed risk), pay starting at £13.50/hr and rising to £16.50/hr through our transparent Points System (reliability earns you more, not just time served), emergency cover shifts at £18/hr, and a real person to call when something goes wrong, not a call centre. Shifts are flexible, days, nights and weekends, book in around your own life, with no fixed weekly hours. If you take pride in being the person a home can count on, and you've already got the EBD experience behind you, we'd love to hear from you.

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  • Support Worker
    Support Worker
    16 days ago
    £29061.5 yearly
    Full-time
    South Croydon

    About us At Norbury Park all staff are aware of our core values of; care, community, nurture and support which we embed throughout our day-to-day practice and care for the young people/ children in our care. We are creative, supportive, collaborative and our goal is to care for Young people and Children within the residential home setting and ensure that they are always safe, well cared for and that we are working collaboratively with these young people/children to achieve their goals. At the heart of the work that we do is to support these individuals with their care and development needs, helping them to progress towards a more independent and well-rounded life. Role purpose To care for all Young people and Children within the residential home and ensure that they are always safe, well cared for and that you are working collaboratively with these young people/children to achieve their goals. To support these individuals with their care and development needs, helping them to progress towards a more independent and well-rounded life. Main Duties • Undertake all duties and responsibilities in accordance with: company policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines, standards; good professional practice,, CQC and other regulatory requirements, relevant legislations, all legal and contractual obligations., • Provide advice, information and support to the residents., • To support and provide care for the young people/children in the home by assisting them with; bathing, eating, homework, education, behaviour, money management, travel training etc., • Ensure resident’s follow the homes rules and support the manager in investigating and taking action where these may have been breached., • Manage challenging behaviour which may require physical intervention to appropriately support the child/ young person., • Oversee the maintenance of accurate client records and databases and provide statistics for management and to assist with service evaluation in a timely fashion., • Support clients with the prompting of their medication, conduct accurate and timely medication audits and maintain accurate medication records., • Complete written documentation (support plans, Medication sheets, risk assessments) regarding the young people/ children to help and ensure their safety and development within our setting., • Take part in regular team meetings to discuss the residents, the progress that they are making, how their general well-being is as well as forming action plans to support them further., • Attend professionals meetings (where appropriate)., • Assist in the transfer of individuals between agencies and services. Health and Safety • To be familiar with Health and Safety Regulations, policies and procedures and ensure they are adhered to within your own area of responsibility., • To be aware of and follow fire policies and procedures, ensuring safety of residents and workers safety and welfare at all times. Equality and Diversity • To enforce the zero tolerance policy of all forms of victimisation, discrimination and harassment in the workplace., • To be tolerant of differences and use respectful language., • Ensure professional standards and boundaries are clear., • To treat everyone respectfully. Norbury Park is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We believe in equal opportunities for employment and advancement, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Our dedication to equality extends to our recruitment process, professional development programs, and all aspects of employment. Join us in creating an environment that celebrates diversity and promotes equal opportunities for everyone. Benefits of working at Norbury Park as a Support Worker • 5 days of work a week, • Annual Salary with the option for overtime if you wish, • Annual Salary review with the option to be suggested for a one-off bonus, • Bank Holiday extra pay, • Christmas gift card, • Pension scheme, • Predictable rota, you are able to know your days off months’ in advance, • 28 days of holiday per year, • Friendly and collaborative work team, • A team that is making a difference with extremely challenging and complex children/ young people, • Training opportunities; E-learning modules including; Food Safety Level 2, Safeguarding Children, GDPR, Emergency First aid at work. Further CPD opportunities such as Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare, Qualified First Aider course. We accept suggestions of courses that will help support/enable you in your role further. Additional Notes Candidates who have been shortlisted for an interview will be expected to complete our application form prior to their interview. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: From £29,061.50 per year Benefits: • Company events, • Company pension, • On-site parking, • Sick pay Physical setting: • Care home, • Residential home Shift: • 8 hour shift, • Day shift, • Night shift Work Location: In person

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  • Child Development & Education Assistant (Chinese Speaking)
    Child Development & Education Assistant (Chinese Speaking)
    1 month ago
    £3000–£6000 monthly
    Full-time
    Nine Elms, London

    We are seeking a dedicated Child Development & Education Assistant to support the educational and developmental needs of children within a private family setting. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for nurturing children's growth, with experience in specialised education and working with children with diverse needs. This role offers an enriching environment where you can make a meaningful difference in children's lives through personalised support and guidance.This role is not a nanny or childcare position. We are looking for an individual who can actively support a child's educational development, communication with school, and long-term growth planning. Key Responsibilities • Assist in implementing customised educational programmes tailored to child's developmental requirements., • Support children with special educational needs, fostering an inclusive learning environment., • Engage children in age-appropriate activities that promote cognitive, social, and emotional development., • Provide tutoring and mentoring to enhance learning outcomes and build confidence., • Collaborate closely with parents and other professionals to monitor progress and adapt strategies accordingly., • Support behavioural management strategies to ensure a safe and positive environment., • Encourage communication skills through interactive play, storytelling, and conversational engagement., • Assist with daily routines such as meal times, rest periods, and outdoor activities. Experience • Prior experience working with children in educational or childcare settings is essential., • Background in education or related fields will be considered an advantage., • Proven ability to communicate effectively with children and adults alike., • Experience in tutoring or mentoring children to support their academic and personal development is beneficial., • Demonstrated patience, empathy, and organisational skills to manage diverse needs within a private family environment. Requirements We're looking for someone who: • Holds a Bachelor's degree or above (Master's degree preferred)., • Is fluent in both English and Chinese., • Has excellent spoken and written English., • Has previous experience working with children, education, tutoring, or family support., • Is patient, responsible, proactive, and highly organised., • Has a genuine passion for children's education and development., • Is familiar with the UK education system and London schools (preferred)., • Parents or candidates with personal parenting experience are welcome but this is not essential. What We Offer • Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications., • Long-term career opportunity with a supportive family., • Flexible working arrangement., • Meaningful work supporting a child's growth and development., • Opportunity to build long-term relationships with the family. Work Location: In person

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  • Kitchen Porter
    Kitchen Porter
    1 month ago
    £13.91 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Kitchen Porter Location: Cafe Francois, Borough Market Job Type: Full-time/ Part time Salary: £13.91 About the Role We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Porter to join our busy kitchen team. You will play an important role in keeping the kitchen clean, safe, and well-organized, helping our chefs deliver excellent food and service. What we offer: • Referral scheme – up to £700 each new employee you refer (T&C’s apply), • Supplier trips to visit our supply chain and see the wonderful farms our food comes from, and the vineyards our wine is from., • Extra holiday day on your birthday after 2 years of service, • £150 voucher to dine at Café/Maison François after each completed year of service, • Staff discount 35% of the total bill (after probation period), • Counselling services and 24 hour in moment support, • Family Care, support with childcare, eldercare and pet care, • Access to the GP Surgery Web App 24/7, 365 days, • Legal assistance helpline, • Summer and winter staff party with fine drinks, food, games and lots of FUN!, • Employee of Month - £50 voucher Key Responsibilities • Wash dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen equipment., • Maintain cleanliness of kitchen floors, work surfaces, and storage areas., • Dispose of waste and recycling safely., • Assist with receiving and storing deliveries., • Support chefs with basic food preparation when required., • Follow all food hygiene, health, and safety procedures., • Help ensure the kitchen runs smoothly during busy service periods. Requirements • A positive attitude and willingness to learn., • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment., • Good teamwork and communication skills., • Reliable, punctual, and hardworking., • Previous kitchen experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided., • Must Have a RTW in the UK ##

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  • Assistant Area Manager (Coding & School Clubs)
    Assistant Area Manager (Coding & School Clubs)
    1 month ago
    £15 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Location: South West London (Balham, Clapham, Tooting, Wandsworth & surrounding areas) Pay: £15.00 per hour Hours: Flexible hours per week (term time), with additional hours available during school holidays and HAF camps. About Jam Coding Jam Coding is one of the UK's leading providers of Coding, Computing, Robotics and AI clubs for primary schools. We inspire children through fun, engaging and hands-on technology sessions that develop creativity, confidence and problem-solving skills. As our South West London franchise continues to grow, we're looking for an enthusiastic, organised and proactive person to become a key member of our team. This is a varied role combining coaching, operations and school liaison. You'll work closely with the Area Director to help deliver an exceptional service to our schools while supporting the continued growth of the business. About the Role No two days are the same. You'll split your time between delivering engaging coding sessions in schools and helping coordinate the smooth running of our clubs behind the scenes. Responsibilities include: • Delivering Coding, Computing, Robotics and AI clubs in primary schools., • Assisting with timetabling and coach scheduling., • Providing cover when coaches are unavailable., • Transporting and setting up laptops and equipment., • Supporting recruitment, onboarding and training of new coaches., • Liaising professionally with schools and parents when required., • Assisting with holiday camps, assemblies and taster sessions., • Helping maintain our excellent reputation with partner schools. As the role develops, there will be opportunities to take on additional responsibility and play an important part in growing the South West London area. About You We're looking for someone who is: • Friendly, confident and professional., • Highly organised and reliable., • Great with children., • Comfortable using computers and technology., • Happy transporting laptops and equipment between schools., • Calm under pressure and able to solve problems independently., • Looking for a long-term opportunity with room to grow., • Teaching, coaching or childcare experience would be an advantage, but full training will be provided. Essential Requirements • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)., • Right to work in the UK., • Able to travel independently around South West London., • Available Monday to Friday afternoons and Saturday mornings during term time. What We Offer • £15 per hour, • Flexible contract, • Full training and ongoing support., • All lesson plans and resources provided., • A friendly and supportive team., • Opportunities for progression as the business grows., • The chance to inspire the next generation through technology and coding. If you're organised, enthusiastic and passionate about making a difference to children's education, we'd love to hear from you.

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  • Chef de Partie
    Chef de Partie
    1 month ago
    £17.11 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Cafe Francois- Borough Market Chef de Partie Full time £17.11 per Hour What we offer: • Referral scheme – up to £700 each new employee you refer (T&C’s apply), • Supplier trips to visit our supply chain and see the wonderful farms our food comes from, and the vineyards our wine is from., • Extra holiday day on your birthday after 2 years of service, • £150 voucher to dine at Café/Maison François after each completed year of service, • Staff discount 35% of the total bill (after probation period), • Counselling services and 24 hour in moment support, • Family Care, support with childcare, eldercare and pet care, • Access to the GP Surgery Web App 24/7, 365 days, • Legal assistance helpline, • Summer and winter staff party with fine drinks, food, games and lots of FUN!, • Employee of Month - £50 voucher Who you will be: • Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or Senior Chef De Partie within a high-volume restaurant, • Knowledge of preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes in your section, • Experience of training and supervising junior chefs, • Ensuring the quality of raw and cooked food, and that food hygiene standards are met, • Ordering and managing stock, and monitoring portion and waste control, • Helping the sous chef and head chef develop new dishes and menus, • Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team, • Keen attention to detail in maintaining the highest levels of service Who we are: Cafe Francois, Situated in the heart of Borough Market. An all day brasserie taking inspiration from the cafes of Paris. Large open kitchen serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Fast paced kitchen catering to the hustle and bustle of Borough Market. Let by our Head chef, Fabio and our Chef Partner Matt Ryle.

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