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  • Housekeeper
    Housekeeper
    6 days ago
    £31200 yearly
    Full-time
    Croydon

    Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and energetic Domestic Carer/Helper to look after our 90 year old mother at night time. In this vital role, you will assist with daily Care duties, household chores, ensuring a clean, organized, and welcoming environment. Your responsibilities will include ensuring our mother has comfortable nights, preparing meals, maintaining cleanliness, and providing excellent service to support the smooth running of the household. This position offers an opportunity to work in a respectful and supportive environment where your efforts are valued and appreciated. AS OUR MOTHER IS UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND/EXPRESS HERSELF IN ENGLISH, IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU ARE A FEMALE CONVERSANT WITH URDU/HINDI & A GOOD KNOWLEDGE OF PUNJABI WILL BE HELPFUL. Responsibilities • Assist and perform general night time carer duties, cleaning duties including sweeping, mopping, dusting, and organizing living spaces to maintain a tidy and hygienic environment, • Prepare and cook nutritious meals according to household preferences and dietary requirements, • Assist with laundry, ironing, and wardrobe organization to keep clothing and linens fresh and well-maintained, • Manage janitorial tasks such as waste disposal, bathroom sanitation, and surface cleaning to uphold high standards of cleanliness, • Provide courteous customer service by attending to household members’ needs promptly and professionally, • Support with grocery shopping, inventory management, and restocking household supplies as needed, • Ensure safety protocols are followed during all cleaning and cooking activities to maintain a secure home environment Qualifications • Proven experience in domestic carer & domestic cleaning work is highly desirable, • Skilled in cooking with knowledge of Indo/Pak cuisines or dietary restrictions preferred, • Strong customer service skills with a friendly and respectful attitude towards household members, • Prior experience in commercial cleaning or hotel environments is a plus, • Ability to work independently with attention to detail and excellent time management skills, • Flexibility to adapt to household routines and specific needs of the family or residents Join us in creating a warm, clean, and welcoming family home environment! We value hardworking individuals who take pride in their work and bring positive energy every day. This is a paid position committed to supporting your professional growth while ensuring your efforts contribute directly to the comfort of our household.

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  • Trainee Dental Nurse
    Trainee Dental Nurse
    22 days ago
    £12.71 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    We are recruiting on behalf of several dental practices accross London seeking a motivated and reliable Trainee Dental Nurse for an immediate start. This is an excellent opportunity to begin a career in dental nursing in a professional clinical environment, with full workplace support. Key Responsibilities • Assist the dentist during a range of clinical procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety, • Prepare and maintain treatment rooms, including instrument decontamination and sterilisation, • Provide clear pre- and post-treatment support to patients, • Maintain accurate patient records using clinical systems, • Support patient care and wellbeing throughout appointments, • Ensure high standards of cleanliness and compliance with health and safety regulations, • Assist with appointment coordination and general administration, • Support stock control and ordering of materials Requirements • Strong communication skills and good command of English, • Basic IT skills, • Organised and able to work in a fast-paced environment, • Positive, professional attitude and willingness to learn, • Ability to work independently and as part of a team Training and Development Full training will be provided within the role. The successful candidate will be supported to work towards a recognised dental nursing qualification as part of their employment. This training pathway is designed for individuals who are not currently undertaking a dental nursing qualification.

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  • Support Worker
    Support Worker
    23 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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  • Registered Nurse
    Registered Nurse
    1 month ago
    £32000–£44000 yearly
    Full-time
    Nine Elms, London

    Introduction We are looking for a dedicated, compassionate Registered Nurse to join our small, trusted care team and provide one-to-one support for a 49-year-old male client living in London Battersea SW11. This is a permanent full-time role, offering a unique opportunity to build a consistent, supportive professional relationship while playing a key part in the client’s ongoing recovery and quality of life. The client lives at home and is committed to maintaining his health, independence and wellbeing. He receives daily specialist physiotherapy to maximise his remaining function, and we are seeking someone who shares his determination and approach to care. About the Client & His Condition The client lives with an incomplete spinal cord injury at C4/C5 level, which has resulted in: • Paralysis affecting both arms, legs and torso, • Complete loss of bowel and bladder control, • Retained movement of the head, neck and shoulders, • Very limited mobility below the shoulders Despite these challenges, he remains positive, motivated and fully engaged with his rehabilitation programme. He values his dignity, privacy and autonomy, and expects care to be delivered with respect, patience and professionalism at all times The Role & Key Responsibilities Clinical Care & Health Monitoring • Assessing, monitoring and recording the client’s physical health, including vital signs, skin condition, limb circulation, pain levels and respiratory function, • Safe management of bowel and bladder care, including catheter care, bowel regimes and maintaining continence plans in line with clinical guidelines, • Administering medication as prescribed, keeping accurate records and reporting any side effects or concerns immediately, • Managing pressure area care, repositioning and use of specialist equipment to prevent pressure ulcers and maintain tissue viability, • Recognising any changes in health status and escalating concerns promptly to the client’s GP, specialist team or family as required, • Following all clinical protocols, infection control procedures and safety guidelines Daily Living & Mobility Support • Assisting with all aspects of personal care: washing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene and toileting, preserving dignity at every stage, • Supporting with nutrition, hydration and feeding, ensuring dietary requirements are met and monitoring intake, • Assisting with transfers, positioning and use of mobility aids, using correct moving and handling techniques and hoist equipment, • Supporting the client with household tasks relevant to his care needs, and helping him maintain a comfortable, safe living environment Rehabilitation & Recovery Support • Attending and actively supporting daily physiotherapy sessions, following the physiotherapist’s instructions and reinforcing exercises and techniques between appointments, • Encouraging and supporting the client to maximise use of his retained muscle function, • Keeping accurate records of progress, observations and any adjustments to care or therapy plans, • Working closely with the wider multi-disciplinary team – physiotherapists, occupational therapists, doctors and family members – to ensure consistent, joined-up care Communication & Administration • Building open, trusting and respectful relationships with the client and close associates, • Maintaining clear, accurate and up-to-date care records, handover notes and medication logs, • Communicating effectively with all professionals involved in the client’s care, • Promoting the client’s independence and emotional wellbeing, and supporting him socially and practically where needed Candidate Requirements - Essential Criteria • Valid current Nursing registration, • Ideally but not essential, experience of spinal cord injury, complex neurological conditions or long-term disability care; specific training available if required., • Sound knowledge of continence management, pressure care, moving and handling, and medication administration, • Ability to work autonomously and also as part of a wider team, • Excellent observation, communication and documentation skills, • Empathetic, calm and professional manner, with a strong focus on dignity and person-centred care, • Right to work in the UK, • Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide at least two professional references Desirable Criteria • Knowledge of specialist equipment such as hoists, pressure-relieving mattresses and aids for daily living Working Hours & Location • Hours: Full-time – 12 hour shifts, worked on a structured rota including some weekends and evenings, • Location: Battersea, London SW11 – well-served by public transport links from central London and surrounding areas, • Start date: Immediate start available for the right candidate How to Apply If you are a compassionate, reliable nurse who is looking for a meaningful, long-term role and would like to be part of this client’s recovery journey, please apply with:

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