Vision for Education are seeking an experienced Youth Worker to work in a primary and or secondary school that caters to students with Autism, Learning difficulties, and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. About the role: The Youth Worker will be supporting young people with Special educational need s on a one-to-one basis. Building a strong rapport with the student to encourage them to attend and thrive in school Following the guidance of the teacher but knowing the student well enough to deal with any conflicts Working 8:30 - 15:30 Monday to Friday Working term time only for the full academic year About the school: Located in Plymouth Caters to students with moderate needs, learning difficulties and Social, emotional, and mental health needs. Easily accessible with parking and public transport links. Supportive to staff, running weekly CPD training and team meetings. About you: A relevant Level 3 Qualification such as Children and Young People's Workforce, Sporting qualifications and more is desired but not required. Able to obtain suitable references and a valid DBS check Experience working with children with challenging behaviours and backgrounds A non-judgmental and caring approach If you would like to apply for the role of Youth Worker, please send your CV via this website as soon as possible and we will be in touch. For more information about this roles and other vacancies please call us on (phone number removed) or email (url removed). We look forward to hearing from you!
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Vision for Education are seeking an experienced Youth Worker to work in a primary and or secondary school that caters to students with Autism, Learning difficulties, and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. About the role: The Youth Worker will be supporting young people with Special educational need s on a one-to-one basis. Building a strong rapport with the student to encourage them to attend and thrive in school Following the guidance of the teacher but knowing the student well enough to deal with any conflicts Working 8:30 - 15:30 Monday to Friday Working term time only for the full academic year About the school: Located in Plymouth Caters to students with moderate needs, learning difficulties and Social, emotional, and mental health needs. Easily accessible with parking and public transport links. Supportive to staff, running weekly CPD training and team meetings. About you: A relevant Level 3 Qualification such as Children and Young People's Workforce, Sporting qualifications and more is desired but not required. Able to obtain suitable references and a valid DBS check Experience working with children with challenging behaviours and backgrounds A non-judgmental and caring approach If you would like to apply for the role of Youth Worker, please send your CV via this website as soon as possible and we will be in touch. For more information about this roles and other vacancies please call us on (phone number removed) or email (url removed). We look forward to hearing from you!
Empower Children's Lives, One Shift at a Time! Looking for a role that's as flexible as you are? At Wilderness Way, we're on the lookout for passionate individuals to join our team as on a bank basis. If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of children and young people, we want to hear from you! The Role: What You'll Do: Provide compassionate care for children with emotional, social, or behavioural challenges. Support personal growth through activities, education, and tailored care. Work flexible shifts, including day, night, and sleep-ins, to create a safe and nurturing environment. Be a positive role model, empowering children to shape their own future. Why You? You bring energy, resilience, and empathy to everything you do. You thrive in a team and are committed to helping children achieve their potential. You understand the importance of safeguarding and delivering exceptional care. What We're Looking For Essential: A willingness to learn, grow, and complete necessary qualifications. Essential: A full UK manual driving licence. Desirable: Experience in residential care or working with children facing challenges. What You'll Get Flexible hours to fit your life. A chance to truly impact lives. Training and development opportunities to boost your career. Click to Apply Now! All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland as we follow safer recruitment processes. Proof of identity will also be required. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Empower Children's Lives, One Shift at a Time! Looking for a role that's as flexible as you are? At Wilderness Way, we're on the lookout for passionate individuals to join our team as on a bank basis. If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of children and young people, we want to hear from you! The Role: What You'll Do: Provide compassionate care for children with emotional, social, or behavioural challenges. Support personal growth through activities, education, and tailored care. Work flexible shifts, including day, night, and sleep-ins, to create a safe and nurturing environment. Be a positive role model, empowering children to shape their own future. Why You? You bring energy, resilience, and empathy to everything you do. You thrive in a team and are committed to helping children achieve their potential. You understand the importance of safeguarding and delivering exceptional care. What We're Looking For Essential: A willingness to learn, grow, and complete necessary qualifications. Essential: A full UK manual driving licence. Desirable: Experience in residential care or working with children facing challenges. What You'll Get Flexible hours to fit your life. A chance to truly impact lives. Training and development opportunities to boost your career. Click to Apply Now! All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland as we follow safer recruitment processes. Proof of identity will also be required. We are an equal opportunities employer.
ABC Teacher s are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a dedicated team in a specialist SEN school in Dudley, West Midlands. About the Role: Support the learning and development of pupils with a range of special educational needs. Work closely with teachers to deliver planned lessons and learning activities. Lead small group and one-to-one sessions, providing targeted interventions to support academic, social, and emotional progress. Assist with classroom management and adapt resources to meet individual learning needs. Help create an inclusive, engaging learning environment where every child can thrive. About the School and Expectations: Our school is a welcoming and supportive environment dedicated to helping children with complex learning needs achieve their full potential. We pride ourselves on a child-centred approach, strong teamwork, and a commitment to high-quality teaching. We expect our HLTA to be proactive, compassionate, and adaptable, with a genuine passion for making a positive difference. You should be confident in using your initiative, skilled at building strong relationships with pupils and colleagues, and able to contribute to the wider life of the school community. Requirements As the suitable Higher Level Teaching Assistant you will: Have a suitable qualification of a Higher Level Teaching Assistant. Have experience of working with children with special education needs and disabilities. Be confident in your abilities and skills to promote happy and confident learners. Able to obtain suitable references and a DBS check. Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are a suitable qualification for working with children and experience working with special education needs. ABC Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service. About ABC Teachers ABC Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff. What ABC Teachers offer As a valued employee of ABC Teachers, you will receive: Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system. Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria). Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period). Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to. FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach, Autism Awareness and an online Educare training package. Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme. Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support. How to apply If you are a Higher Level Teaching Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage students and would like the challenge of working in a demanding and rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you. Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities across ABC Teachers please contact our SEND team on (phone number removed)
Sep 04, 2025
Seasonal
ABC Teacher s are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a dedicated team in a specialist SEN school in Dudley, West Midlands. About the Role: Support the learning and development of pupils with a range of special educational needs. Work closely with teachers to deliver planned lessons and learning activities. Lead small group and one-to-one sessions, providing targeted interventions to support academic, social, and emotional progress. Assist with classroom management and adapt resources to meet individual learning needs. Help create an inclusive, engaging learning environment where every child can thrive. About the School and Expectations: Our school is a welcoming and supportive environment dedicated to helping children with complex learning needs achieve their full potential. We pride ourselves on a child-centred approach, strong teamwork, and a commitment to high-quality teaching. We expect our HLTA to be proactive, compassionate, and adaptable, with a genuine passion for making a positive difference. You should be confident in using your initiative, skilled at building strong relationships with pupils and colleagues, and able to contribute to the wider life of the school community. Requirements As the suitable Higher Level Teaching Assistant you will: Have a suitable qualification of a Higher Level Teaching Assistant. Have experience of working with children with special education needs and disabilities. Be confident in your abilities and skills to promote happy and confident learners. Able to obtain suitable references and a DBS check. Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are a suitable qualification for working with children and experience working with special education needs. ABC Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service. About ABC Teachers ABC Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff. What ABC Teachers offer As a valued employee of ABC Teachers, you will receive: Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system. Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria). Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period). Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to. FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach, Autism Awareness and an online Educare training package. Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme. Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support. How to apply If you are a Higher Level Teaching Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage students and would like the challenge of working in a demanding and rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you. Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities across ABC Teachers please contact our SEND team on (phone number removed)
HOSPICE NURSE Permanent Contract Location: Harrogate Based Hours: 22.5-30 hours per week (24 hours shift pattern) £41,179.14 per annum FTE ( 45% of hours need to be in unsocial hours) Brand: Saint Michael s Hospice Closing Date: 30th September 2025 ( the advert may close early if we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications) Interviews will take place in Harrogate within two weeks of closing date Do you want to be part of an organisation that makes a real difference to our local communities? Our family of services including Herriot Hospice Homecare, Just B and Saint Michael s Hospice provide vital support to people when they need it most. Our vision is of a community where everyone gets the care they need, want and deserve. You can help make that a reality. We are an independent charity powered by local communities. Every day, help to improve quality of life for people living with terminal illness, bereavement and mental health concerns, because our belief is that no one should suffer. Our incredible teams work together to make this happen, whether that s as a counsellor, nurse, receptionist, fundraiser or one of many other essential roles. About the role An exciting opportunity for a registered adults nurse with a minimum of two years clinical experience who has a strong desire to deliver excellent standards of Palliative and end of life care in a hospice setting. The successful candidate will work on our specialist 10-bedded inpatient until within Saint Michaels Hospice. You will work alongside our experienced MDT specialist practitioners to deliver excellent standards of care to our inpatients. We offer a robust induction period with clinical competencies attached, and you will also benefit from regular training and education on our in-house study days to support your clinical knowledge and development. What you ll be doing: Planning and delivering patient-centred care, working closely with patients and their families. Acting as the shift coordinator, overseeing high-quality team nursing care and coordinating wider team care that puts patients at the heart of what we do. Acting as the key worker for a designated caseload, showing nursing leadership by providing care as part of a multidisciplinary team. What we offer you: Competitive salary Generous 35 days of annual leave (pro rata) 8% employer pension contribution Wide range of discounts on high street brands and local shops Cycle to work scheme Recommend a friend bonus How we look after you We put people first in all that we do, which includes our own team Wellbeing and resilience support with a dedicated team by your side Flexible and hybrid working for many roles A supportive and caring environment Opportunities to grow, develop and progress, with culture of lifelong learning PLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately, we are not currently able to consider applicants who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Don t quite meet the requirements for this role? We d still love to hear from you, please get in touch via to discuss other opportunities across our family of services. How to apply: Please click Apply and you will be forwarded to our website, where a full job description is available (via the Document Available button at the top of the advert) . Make sure you answer all supplementary questions as part of your application. If you don t, we ll have to automatically reject your application. Have you been recommended to this role by a current employee as part of our recommend a friend scheme? Don t forget to let us know after clicking apply. Our values: We put the people who use our services at the heart of everything we do We are caring and compassionate We are personal and supportive in our approach We engage positively We are responsive We are driven to do better We are fair We are professional We work collaboratively We are accountable Living out our values Our behaviour framework puts our values in the context of our everyday work. See what this includes at We positively encourage applications from all areas of the community, regardless of gender, race, faith, disability, age, or sexual orientation and from users of mental health services. This is part of our commitment to equality and reflecting the diversity of our communities. We believe that children, young people and adults should never experience abuse of any kind. Our safer recruitment and safeguarding processes help protect those accessing our services, please see our safeguarding statement on our website: If you require any support or adjustments to be able to apply for this role, please let us know by emailing We will need to complete satisfactory pre-employment checks before appointing you. These include but are not limited to identity checks, DBS clearance at an appropriate level for the role, verification of right to work in the UK, employment references and employment history. We will cover the cost of these. For more information on the role, please contact us on or on and we can arrange for you to have an informal discussion with a member of the team. North Yorkshire Hospice Care is a registered charity in England and Wales (518905) with a family of services operating as Herriot Hospice Homecare, Just B , Saint Michael s Hospice, and Talking Spaces. North Yorkshire Hospice Care is a company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales ().
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
HOSPICE NURSE Permanent Contract Location: Harrogate Based Hours: 22.5-30 hours per week (24 hours shift pattern) £41,179.14 per annum FTE ( 45% of hours need to be in unsocial hours) Brand: Saint Michael s Hospice Closing Date: 30th September 2025 ( the advert may close early if we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications) Interviews will take place in Harrogate within two weeks of closing date Do you want to be part of an organisation that makes a real difference to our local communities? Our family of services including Herriot Hospice Homecare, Just B and Saint Michael s Hospice provide vital support to people when they need it most. Our vision is of a community where everyone gets the care they need, want and deserve. You can help make that a reality. We are an independent charity powered by local communities. Every day, help to improve quality of life for people living with terminal illness, bereavement and mental health concerns, because our belief is that no one should suffer. Our incredible teams work together to make this happen, whether that s as a counsellor, nurse, receptionist, fundraiser or one of many other essential roles. About the role An exciting opportunity for a registered adults nurse with a minimum of two years clinical experience who has a strong desire to deliver excellent standards of Palliative and end of life care in a hospice setting. The successful candidate will work on our specialist 10-bedded inpatient until within Saint Michaels Hospice. You will work alongside our experienced MDT specialist practitioners to deliver excellent standards of care to our inpatients. We offer a robust induction period with clinical competencies attached, and you will also benefit from regular training and education on our in-house study days to support your clinical knowledge and development. What you ll be doing: Planning and delivering patient-centred care, working closely with patients and their families. Acting as the shift coordinator, overseeing high-quality team nursing care and coordinating wider team care that puts patients at the heart of what we do. Acting as the key worker for a designated caseload, showing nursing leadership by providing care as part of a multidisciplinary team. What we offer you: Competitive salary Generous 35 days of annual leave (pro rata) 8% employer pension contribution Wide range of discounts on high street brands and local shops Cycle to work scheme Recommend a friend bonus How we look after you We put people first in all that we do, which includes our own team Wellbeing and resilience support with a dedicated team by your side Flexible and hybrid working for many roles A supportive and caring environment Opportunities to grow, develop and progress, with culture of lifelong learning PLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately, we are not currently able to consider applicants who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Don t quite meet the requirements for this role? We d still love to hear from you, please get in touch via to discuss other opportunities across our family of services. How to apply: Please click Apply and you will be forwarded to our website, where a full job description is available (via the Document Available button at the top of the advert) . Make sure you answer all supplementary questions as part of your application. If you don t, we ll have to automatically reject your application. Have you been recommended to this role by a current employee as part of our recommend a friend scheme? Don t forget to let us know after clicking apply. Our values: We put the people who use our services at the heart of everything we do We are caring and compassionate We are personal and supportive in our approach We engage positively We are responsive We are driven to do better We are fair We are professional We work collaboratively We are accountable Living out our values Our behaviour framework puts our values in the context of our everyday work. See what this includes at We positively encourage applications from all areas of the community, regardless of gender, race, faith, disability, age, or sexual orientation and from users of mental health services. This is part of our commitment to equality and reflecting the diversity of our communities. We believe that children, young people and adults should never experience abuse of any kind. Our safer recruitment and safeguarding processes help protect those accessing our services, please see our safeguarding statement on our website: If you require any support or adjustments to be able to apply for this role, please let us know by emailing We will need to complete satisfactory pre-employment checks before appointing you. These include but are not limited to identity checks, DBS clearance at an appropriate level for the role, verification of right to work in the UK, employment references and employment history. We will cover the cost of these. For more information on the role, please contact us on or on and we can arrange for you to have an informal discussion with a member of the team. North Yorkshire Hospice Care is a registered charity in England and Wales (518905) with a family of services operating as Herriot Hospice Homecare, Just B , Saint Michael s Hospice, and Talking Spaces. North Yorkshire Hospice Care is a company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales ().
Empower Children's Lives, One Shift at a Time! Looking for a role that's as flexible as you are? At Wilderness Way, we're on the lookout for passionate individuals to join our team as on a bank basis. If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of children and young people, we want to hear from you! The Role: What You'll Do: Provide compassionate care for children with emotional, social, or behavioural challenges. Support personal growth through activities, education, and tailored care. Work flexible shifts, including day, night, and sleep-ins, to create a safe and nurturing environment. Be a positive role model, empowering children to shape their own future. Why You? You bring energy, resilience, and empathy to everything you do. You thrive in a team and are committed to helping children achieve their potential. You understand the importance of safeguarding and delivering exceptional care. What We're Looking For Essential: A willingness to learn, grow, and complete necessary qualifications. Essential: A full UK manual driving licence. Desirable: Experience in residential care or working with children facing challenges. What You'll Get Flexible hours to fit your life. A chance to truly impact lives. Training and development opportunities to boost your career. Click to Apply Now! All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland as we follow safer recruitment processes. Proof of identity will also be required. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Empower Children's Lives, One Shift at a Time! Looking for a role that's as flexible as you are? At Wilderness Way, we're on the lookout for passionate individuals to join our team as on a bank basis. If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of children and young people, we want to hear from you! The Role: What You'll Do: Provide compassionate care for children with emotional, social, or behavioural challenges. Support personal growth through activities, education, and tailored care. Work flexible shifts, including day, night, and sleep-ins, to create a safe and nurturing environment. Be a positive role model, empowering children to shape their own future. Why You? You bring energy, resilience, and empathy to everything you do. You thrive in a team and are committed to helping children achieve their potential. You understand the importance of safeguarding and delivering exceptional care. What We're Looking For Essential: A willingness to learn, grow, and complete necessary qualifications. Essential: A full UK manual driving licence. Desirable: Experience in residential care or working with children facing challenges. What You'll Get Flexible hours to fit your life. A chance to truly impact lives. Training and development opportunities to boost your career. Click to Apply Now! All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland as we follow safer recruitment processes. Proof of identity will also be required. We are an equal opportunities employer.
£36,274 - £42,640 assuming good attendance and up to 4 sleep ins per month Those huge small victories Working in our Children's Homes means being a part of a young person's day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our support workers enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults - an incredibly rewarding role to have. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory! Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. Our support workers are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Check out this video on what life as a Children's Residential Support Worker is like. Get out what you put in You'll take care of our young people day to day, making sure things run smoothly and creating lasting memories. This involves making sure they are up and ready for school, helping with homework, completing paperwork and planning activities. Evenings and weekends are for fun, whether that's playing on the Xbox, a game of football, having a film day or going go-karting - not a bad way to spend your day at work! Working here is never dull, and the work really matters. It's about tapping into each young person's needs, personality and potential - and guiding them toward a positive future. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Salary: Base salary of £29,034 - £35,400 Bonuses: In addition to your base salary you'll do up to 4 sleep ins per months, these are paid at £80 per sleep (approx. £3,840 per year) and £1,400 Attendance Allowance - assuming good attendance, £2,000 Regional Allowance, £1,000 Welcome Bonus - on successful completion of probation & £1,000 Loyalty Bonus (after 12 months of employment) Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with 7 weeks' holiday Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our team leaders and managers have been promoted from within our group - plus you could join our 'Aspire' future managers programme Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Meals provided while you're at work Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our homes here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone's differences as that's what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You don't need experience, but there are a few things we'll be looking for from you: A 'can do' attitude - a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others We genuinely care about our young people (and each other) so honesty and empathy is a must The resilience to be able to deal with challenging situations A full UK driving licence which you've held for at least 12 months If you don't have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), we'll pay for you to study and support you every step of the way You'll start life as a RSW by joining our 'Care Academy' - 4 weeks of off the job training with experienced WG professionals to help you feel confident and ready to support our young people. Join the UK's best special education and care provider Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . Children's Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
£36,274 - £42,640 assuming good attendance and up to 4 sleep ins per month Those huge small victories Working in our Children's Homes means being a part of a young person's day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our support workers enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults - an incredibly rewarding role to have. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory! Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. Our support workers are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Check out this video on what life as a Children's Residential Support Worker is like. Get out what you put in You'll take care of our young people day to day, making sure things run smoothly and creating lasting memories. This involves making sure they are up and ready for school, helping with homework, completing paperwork and planning activities. Evenings and weekends are for fun, whether that's playing on the Xbox, a game of football, having a film day or going go-karting - not a bad way to spend your day at work! Working here is never dull, and the work really matters. It's about tapping into each young person's needs, personality and potential - and guiding them toward a positive future. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Salary: Base salary of £29,034 - £35,400 Bonuses: In addition to your base salary you'll do up to 4 sleep ins per months, these are paid at £80 per sleep (approx. £3,840 per year) and £1,400 Attendance Allowance - assuming good attendance, £2,000 Regional Allowance, £1,000 Welcome Bonus - on successful completion of probation & £1,000 Loyalty Bonus (after 12 months of employment) Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with 7 weeks' holiday Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our team leaders and managers have been promoted from within our group - plus you could join our 'Aspire' future managers programme Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Meals provided while you're at work Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our homes here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone's differences as that's what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You don't need experience, but there are a few things we'll be looking for from you: A 'can do' attitude - a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others We genuinely care about our young people (and each other) so honesty and empathy is a must The resilience to be able to deal with challenging situations A full UK driving licence which you've held for at least 12 months If you don't have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), we'll pay for you to study and support you every step of the way You'll start life as a RSW by joining our 'Care Academy' - 4 weeks of off the job training with experienced WG professionals to help you feel confident and ready to support our young people. Join the UK's best special education and care provider Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . Children's Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH
Empower Children's Lives, One Shift at a Time! Looking for a role that's as flexible as you are? At Wilderness Way, we're on the lookout for passionate individuals to join our team as on a bank basis. If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of children and young people, we want to hear from you! The Role: What You'll Do: Provide compassionate care for children with emotional, social, or behavioural challenges. Support personal growth through activities, education, and tailored care. Work flexible shifts, including day, night, and sleep-ins, to create a safe and nurturing environment. Be a positive role model, empowering children to shape their own future. Why You? You bring energy, resilience, and empathy to everything you do. You thrive in a team and are committed to helping children achieve their potential. You understand the importance of safeguarding and delivering exceptional care. What We're Looking For Essential: A willingness to learn, grow, and complete necessary qualifications. Essential: A full UK manual driving licence. Desirable: Experience in residential care or working with children facing challenges. What You'll Get Flexible hours to fit your life. A chance to truly impact lives. Training and development opportunities to boost your career. Click to Apply Now! All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland as we follow safer recruitment processes. Proof of identity will also be required. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Empower Children's Lives, One Shift at a Time! Looking for a role that's as flexible as you are? At Wilderness Way, we're on the lookout for passionate individuals to join our team as on a bank basis. If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of children and young people, we want to hear from you! The Role: What You'll Do: Provide compassionate care for children with emotional, social, or behavioural challenges. Support personal growth through activities, education, and tailored care. Work flexible shifts, including day, night, and sleep-ins, to create a safe and nurturing environment. Be a positive role model, empowering children to shape their own future. Why You? You bring energy, resilience, and empathy to everything you do. You thrive in a team and are committed to helping children achieve their potential. You understand the importance of safeguarding and delivering exceptional care. What We're Looking For Essential: A willingness to learn, grow, and complete necessary qualifications. Essential: A full UK manual driving licence. Desirable: Experience in residential care or working with children facing challenges. What You'll Get Flexible hours to fit your life. A chance to truly impact lives. Training and development opportunities to boost your career. Click to Apply Now! All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland as we follow safer recruitment processes. Proof of identity will also be required. We are an equal opportunities employer.
? Qualified Social Worker - Children's Locality Team Location: South Wales Pay Rate: £38 per hour Contract Type: Agency We're looking for an experienced and committed Qualified Social Worker to join a Children's Locality Team in South Wales - a key role supporting children and families through Child in Need, Child Protection, and Care Proceedings. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy, supportive, and forward-thinking team where your work truly makes a difference. ? What You'll Be Doing: Hold a mixed caseload of CIN, CP, and care proceedings cases Build strong relationships with children and families to drive meaningful change Make clear, evidence-based assessments and decisions about the right interventions Collaborate with other professionals across education, health, and legal services Maintain high standards of practice and statutory compliance This role includes flexible working - manage your own diary while meeting statutory requirements. Who We're Looking For: Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England 4+ years post-qualified experience, ideally in children's services Strong knowledge of Child Protection legislation and safeguarding frameworks Skilled in building trust with children and families Creative, flexible, and solutions-focused approach Excellent communication and report writing skills Confident in multi-agency working and court proceedings Why Pertemps? We'll support you every step of the way, offering: A dedicated consultant with access to roles across the UK Streamlined registration - fully online Referral rewards and bonus incentives Ongoing compliance support Prompt, reliable payroll Ideal for candidates travelling from: Cardiff, Bridgend, Newport, Swansea, Bristol, Bath, Swindon, Weston-Super-Mare, Neath, Port Talbot, Worcester, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Gloucester, Chepstow, Pontypool, Aberdare, Merthyr Tydfil, Portishead and surrounding areas. Not the right fit? We recruit across all areas of Qualified Social Work - including MASH, Child Protection, Looked After Children, Fostering, Adults, Mental Health, Hospital Discharge and more. Know someone great? Refer a friend and earn a bonus. Contact us today for more info or to apply directly.
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
? Qualified Social Worker - Children's Locality Team Location: South Wales Pay Rate: £38 per hour Contract Type: Agency We're looking for an experienced and committed Qualified Social Worker to join a Children's Locality Team in South Wales - a key role supporting children and families through Child in Need, Child Protection, and Care Proceedings. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy, supportive, and forward-thinking team where your work truly makes a difference. ? What You'll Be Doing: Hold a mixed caseload of CIN, CP, and care proceedings cases Build strong relationships with children and families to drive meaningful change Make clear, evidence-based assessments and decisions about the right interventions Collaborate with other professionals across education, health, and legal services Maintain high standards of practice and statutory compliance This role includes flexible working - manage your own diary while meeting statutory requirements. Who We're Looking For: Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England 4+ years post-qualified experience, ideally in children's services Strong knowledge of Child Protection legislation and safeguarding frameworks Skilled in building trust with children and families Creative, flexible, and solutions-focused approach Excellent communication and report writing skills Confident in multi-agency working and court proceedings Why Pertemps? We'll support you every step of the way, offering: A dedicated consultant with access to roles across the UK Streamlined registration - fully online Referral rewards and bonus incentives Ongoing compliance support Prompt, reliable payroll Ideal for candidates travelling from: Cardiff, Bridgend, Newport, Swansea, Bristol, Bath, Swindon, Weston-Super-Mare, Neath, Port Talbot, Worcester, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Gloucester, Chepstow, Pontypool, Aberdare, Merthyr Tydfil, Portishead and surrounding areas. Not the right fit? We recruit across all areas of Qualified Social Work - including MASH, Child Protection, Looked After Children, Fostering, Adults, Mental Health, Hospital Discharge and more. Know someone great? Refer a friend and earn a bonus. Contact us today for more info or to apply directly.
Do you want to make a real difference in children and young people's lives? If so, then we would like you to join our dedicated team of social workers and help empower children to thrive. We believe in quality over quantity, ensuring manageable caseloads so you can truly focus on the people you support. Regular supervision, peer support, and emotional wellbeing resources are all part of how we care for our team. We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our small friendly team, who are well linked in with the wider Barnardo's organisation across the UK. Barnardo's Cymru Fostering Service, covers the whole of Wales. We offer flexible working options, and a strong support network, and ongoing professional development to ensure you feel valued and supported in your career. The suitably applicant will be enthusiastic, creative and passionate about supporting children and young people who are cared for by their foster families. You will be able to work therapeutically with people who have experienced trauma and loss in their lives. You will work in a way that acknowledges and validates their experiences and work with hope that their future may be different. You will also have opportunities to design and deliver training to a team of committed foster parents and peers. You will have strong assessment skills in order to complete Form F's and annual reviews. Ready to take the next step in your social work career? If the answer yes, then we very much look forward to you joining the team.
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Do you want to make a real difference in children and young people's lives? If so, then we would like you to join our dedicated team of social workers and help empower children to thrive. We believe in quality over quantity, ensuring manageable caseloads so you can truly focus on the people you support. Regular supervision, peer support, and emotional wellbeing resources are all part of how we care for our team. We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our small friendly team, who are well linked in with the wider Barnardo's organisation across the UK. Barnardo's Cymru Fostering Service, covers the whole of Wales. We offer flexible working options, and a strong support network, and ongoing professional development to ensure you feel valued and supported in your career. The suitably applicant will be enthusiastic, creative and passionate about supporting children and young people who are cared for by their foster families. You will be able to work therapeutically with people who have experienced trauma and loss in their lives. You will work in a way that acknowledges and validates their experiences and work with hope that their future may be different. You will also have opportunities to design and deliver training to a team of committed foster parents and peers. You will have strong assessment skills in order to complete Form F's and annual reviews. Ready to take the next step in your social work career? If the answer yes, then we very much look forward to you joining the team.
Vision for Education - Bristol
Mangotsfield, Gloucestershire
Vision for Education are recruiting for a Behaviour Support Assistant on a full-time basis for a school in South Gloucestershire to start in September. Pay is from £444 - £487 per week. About the role Do you have a talent for building relationships and breaking down barriers? Are you looking for a new opportunity to work with young people from underprivileged backgrounds? We have a full-time Behaviour Support Assistant vacancy for a primary school in South Gloucestershire, supporting children to manage their behaviour and supporting them with learning. You will be required to support in class with small group work from Reception Year 6, using behaviour management skills in assisting pupils in overcoming barriers to learning. This is a large mainstream school, with some students having EHCPs for Social, Emotional & Mental Health needs (SEMH) as well as associated needs such as Autism or ADHD. We are looking for an individual who has a passion for creating fun and engaging ways to support students. About the school The school is based within Weston-Super-Mare and offers broad curriculums based on children's needs and interests. The school focuses on areas where progress can be made whether that's emotionally, socially, behaviourally or academically. There are opportunities for the role to become permanent with the school after a qualifying period. Requirements To be considered for the role of Behaviour Support Assistant you will: Ideally have prior school experience working with young people with SEMH or challenging behavioural needs. Be confident in behaviour management skills to de-escalate any threatening or aggressive behaviour. To mentor and engage with the students, delivering specifically designed educational packages. You will need to be resilient, empathetic, patient and not take things too personally. Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service. About Vision for Education Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff. Salary £444 - £487 per week Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are: Desirable to have previous relevant experience of working with children, young people or vulnerable adults What Vision for Education offer As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive: Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system. Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria). Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period). Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to. FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates. Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme. Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support. Vision for Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. How to apply Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Dannielle Ford on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).
Sep 04, 2025
Seasonal
Vision for Education are recruiting for a Behaviour Support Assistant on a full-time basis for a school in South Gloucestershire to start in September. Pay is from £444 - £487 per week. About the role Do you have a talent for building relationships and breaking down barriers? Are you looking for a new opportunity to work with young people from underprivileged backgrounds? We have a full-time Behaviour Support Assistant vacancy for a primary school in South Gloucestershire, supporting children to manage their behaviour and supporting them with learning. You will be required to support in class with small group work from Reception Year 6, using behaviour management skills in assisting pupils in overcoming barriers to learning. This is a large mainstream school, with some students having EHCPs for Social, Emotional & Mental Health needs (SEMH) as well as associated needs such as Autism or ADHD. We are looking for an individual who has a passion for creating fun and engaging ways to support students. About the school The school is based within Weston-Super-Mare and offers broad curriculums based on children's needs and interests. The school focuses on areas where progress can be made whether that's emotionally, socially, behaviourally or academically. There are opportunities for the role to become permanent with the school after a qualifying period. Requirements To be considered for the role of Behaviour Support Assistant you will: Ideally have prior school experience working with young people with SEMH or challenging behavioural needs. Be confident in behaviour management skills to de-escalate any threatening or aggressive behaviour. To mentor and engage with the students, delivering specifically designed educational packages. You will need to be resilient, empathetic, patient and not take things too personally. Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service. About Vision for Education Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff. Salary £444 - £487 per week Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are: Desirable to have previous relevant experience of working with children, young people or vulnerable adults What Vision for Education offer As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive: Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system. Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria). Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period). Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to. FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates. Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme. Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support. Vision for Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. How to apply Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Dannielle Ford on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).
Wraparound Care Assistant Location: Kent Part-time (Before and/or After School) Term-time only Via Vision for Education Kent Branch £13.68 £15.00 per hour (depending on experience) Are you passionate about supporting children and creating a fun, safe environment outside of school hours? Vision for Education is seeking enthusiastic and reliable Wraparound Care Assistants to join our growing team working in schools across Kent. The Role As a Wraparound Care Assistant, you ll play a vital role in providing a supportive, engaging space for children during breakfast and after-school clubs. Your day-to-day will include: Setting up and supervising games, activities, and crafts Preparing light snacks/meals Supporting children's social and emotional wellbeing Ensuring a safe and inclusive environment This role is perfect for someone looking for flexible, part-time hours that fit around other commitments with the normal workings hours being 07:30 to 08:45 in the morning and 15:00 to 18:00 in the afternoons. About You We're looking for individuals who are: Energetic, nurturing, and approachable Confident in managing small groups of primary-aged children Reliable and punctual with good communication skills Experienced in working with children in a school, club, or childcare setting A background in Sports, Fitness and creative Arts would also be advantageous Why Join Vision for Education? We are a market-leading education recruitment agency. Competitive daily rates, paid weekly via PAYE. Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement. FREE CPD training and career development opportunities. Access to a reward scheme and referral bonuses. About Vision for Education Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff. What Vision for Education offer As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive: Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system. Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria). Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period). Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to. FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates. Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme. Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support. Vision for Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. How to apply Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Nolawi Ghebre on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
Sep 04, 2025
Contractor
Wraparound Care Assistant Location: Kent Part-time (Before and/or After School) Term-time only Via Vision for Education Kent Branch £13.68 £15.00 per hour (depending on experience) Are you passionate about supporting children and creating a fun, safe environment outside of school hours? Vision for Education is seeking enthusiastic and reliable Wraparound Care Assistants to join our growing team working in schools across Kent. The Role As a Wraparound Care Assistant, you ll play a vital role in providing a supportive, engaging space for children during breakfast and after-school clubs. Your day-to-day will include: Setting up and supervising games, activities, and crafts Preparing light snacks/meals Supporting children's social and emotional wellbeing Ensuring a safe and inclusive environment This role is perfect for someone looking for flexible, part-time hours that fit around other commitments with the normal workings hours being 07:30 to 08:45 in the morning and 15:00 to 18:00 in the afternoons. About You We're looking for individuals who are: Energetic, nurturing, and approachable Confident in managing small groups of primary-aged children Reliable and punctual with good communication skills Experienced in working with children in a school, club, or childcare setting A background in Sports, Fitness and creative Arts would also be advantageous Why Join Vision for Education? We are a market-leading education recruitment agency. Competitive daily rates, paid weekly via PAYE. Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement. FREE CPD training and career development opportunities. Access to a reward scheme and referral bonuses. About Vision for Education Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff. What Vision for Education offer As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive: Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system. Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria). Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period). Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to. FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates. Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme. Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support. Vision for Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. How to apply Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Nolawi Ghebre on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
Tezlom is currently recruiting for a support woker to work with complex needs children Age 2-19 years in a SEN school based in South West London in the area of Putney A SEN (Special Educational Needs) Support Worker required supporting students with complex and diverse learning needs, working closely with teachers and parents, and implementing strategies to help students succeed Location: Putney Days and Timings: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8.30am-4pm Must Have training on Peg Feed and Suctioning and must be able to provide personal care Key Responsibilities: Supporting Students: Assisting students with learning difficulties, physical disabilities, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), hearing and visually impairment and other mental health conditions. Helping students with their learning, including classroom work, homework, and studies. Providing one-to-one support or working with small groups of students. Collaboration and Communication: Working closely with teachers, parents, and other professionals to develop and implement individualized support plans. Observing students' strengths and weaknesses to provide tailored support. Maintaining accurate records and reports on student progress. Creating a Positive Learning Environment: Creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment for all students. Promoting positive behaviour and social skills. Supporting students' social and emotional well-being. Other Tasks: Adapting teaching support to meet individual student needs. Supporting group and class activities. Ensuring students are eating and drinking well. Assisting with personal care Skills and Qualities Required: Must have Peg feeding and suctioning training. Experience working with profound learning disabilities. i.e. Hearing and visual impairment Patience, empathy, and understanding. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to adapt to different learning styles and needs. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Must have current enhanced DBS or we can apply for one on your behalf Apply today and we will get in touch very soon !
Sep 04, 2025
Contractor
Tezlom is currently recruiting for a support woker to work with complex needs children Age 2-19 years in a SEN school based in South West London in the area of Putney A SEN (Special Educational Needs) Support Worker required supporting students with complex and diverse learning needs, working closely with teachers and parents, and implementing strategies to help students succeed Location: Putney Days and Timings: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8.30am-4pm Must Have training on Peg Feed and Suctioning and must be able to provide personal care Key Responsibilities: Supporting Students: Assisting students with learning difficulties, physical disabilities, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), hearing and visually impairment and other mental health conditions. Helping students with their learning, including classroom work, homework, and studies. Providing one-to-one support or working with small groups of students. Collaboration and Communication: Working closely with teachers, parents, and other professionals to develop and implement individualized support plans. Observing students' strengths and weaknesses to provide tailored support. Maintaining accurate records and reports on student progress. Creating a Positive Learning Environment: Creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment for all students. Promoting positive behaviour and social skills. Supporting students' social and emotional well-being. Other Tasks: Adapting teaching support to meet individual student needs. Supporting group and class activities. Ensuring students are eating and drinking well. Assisting with personal care Skills and Qualities Required: Must have Peg feeding and suctioning training. Experience working with profound learning disabilities. i.e. Hearing and visual impairment Patience, empathy, and understanding. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to adapt to different learning styles and needs. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Must have current enhanced DBS or we can apply for one on your behalf Apply today and we will get in touch very soon !
Our Client, Bury Council, is seeking a Children's Team Manager to join their Team. Fantastic payrate of £45 per hour! Are you a Childrens Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Responsibilities of this role: To be responsible for a team providing assessment, planning and intervention services to children in need of a statutory assessment. To be responsible for the team based development of high quality social work, and looked after children practice by ensuring that case work is appropriately planned, critically evaluated and reviewed and that key performance indicators are met. To contribute to overall strategic planning and management of the service and to the development of high quality services. To lead the team ensuring that the functions of the Service are carried out effectively and in accordance with the legislation, regulations, guidance standards and local procedures and priorities. To continually improve services in the light of service user views, performance data and stakeholder feedback. Requirements of this role: Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England. Must have a Social Work qualification (Diploma in social work, social work degree or equivalent) Must have minimum of 3 years Post Qualifying experience working as a Qualified social worker Must have experience as a Social Work Team Manager Benefits of working through Reed, include: Dedicated Recruitment Consultant. Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team. Free CV building and Interview support. Free DBS checks. Weekly payroll. PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more. CPD contributions. Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients. Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010. Does this role interest you? Apply today!
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Our Client, Bury Council, is seeking a Children's Team Manager to join their Team. Fantastic payrate of £45 per hour! Are you a Childrens Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Responsibilities of this role: To be responsible for a team providing assessment, planning and intervention services to children in need of a statutory assessment. To be responsible for the team based development of high quality social work, and looked after children practice by ensuring that case work is appropriately planned, critically evaluated and reviewed and that key performance indicators are met. To contribute to overall strategic planning and management of the service and to the development of high quality services. To lead the team ensuring that the functions of the Service are carried out effectively and in accordance with the legislation, regulations, guidance standards and local procedures and priorities. To continually improve services in the light of service user views, performance data and stakeholder feedback. Requirements of this role: Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England. Must have a Social Work qualification (Diploma in social work, social work degree or equivalent) Must have minimum of 3 years Post Qualifying experience working as a Qualified social worker Must have experience as a Social Work Team Manager Benefits of working through Reed, include: Dedicated Recruitment Consultant. Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team. Free CV building and Interview support. Free DBS checks. Weekly payroll. PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more. CPD contributions. Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients. Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010. Does this role interest you? Apply today!
Our Client, Oldham Council, is seeking an experienced Children's Advanced Practitioner to join their Team. Fantastic payrate of £38 per hour! Hybrid working option of 1 office day per week on non-duty weeks! Are you a Children's Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Responsibilities of this role: To manage a protected caseload within a framework of supervision under the direction of the Team Manager, including the referral, assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of appropriate action to ensure that resources are utilised effectively to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, families and carers. To demonstrate competence as outlined in the Knowledge and Skills Statement for Children and Family Practitioners To promote the welfare and safeguarding of children, young people and their families. To carry out timely assessments on children, young people and families in accordance with the Framework of Assessment and Working Together guidance Ensure assessments and planning for children and young people actively promote the participation and engagement of all relevant agencies, the child/young person and their family. Prepare/facilitate care plans for children and young people which will take account of their views and wishes in the implementation of these care plans. Assess the needs of children and young people who require social work services, including the identification of risk and the need for protection. To develop, coordinate and delivery multi-agency plans to meet assessed needs and to review these plans to ensure they continue to meet assessed needs. Undertake social work with families in order to reduce the need for care or accommodation, and a range of community care and safeguarding assessments in accordance with relevant statutory requirements, identifying risks and appropriate support plans. To participate in development activities as may be required to promote improvement of service or the use of resources. To accurately record, critically analyse and keep up to date information using appropriate IT systems in accordance with the Departments recording policy. Create and maintain effective relationships with children, young people, their parents, families and carers to ensure the diverse needs are identified, met and regularly reviewed. To demonstrate effective practice in the most complex situations, assessing and managing higher levels of risk, striking a balance between support and control, liaising with a wide range of professionals within multi-disciplinary teams, including more senior levels Requirements of this role: Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England. Must have a Social Work qualification (Diploma in social work, social work degree or equivalent) Must have minimum of 3 years post qualifying experience as a Social Worker Benefits of working through Reed, include: Dedicated Recruitment Consultant. Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team. Free CV building and Interview support. Free DBS checks. Weekly payroll. PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more. CPD contributions. Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients. Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010. Does this role interest you? Apply today!
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Our Client, Oldham Council, is seeking an experienced Children's Advanced Practitioner to join their Team. Fantastic payrate of £38 per hour! Hybrid working option of 1 office day per week on non-duty weeks! Are you a Children's Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Responsibilities of this role: To manage a protected caseload within a framework of supervision under the direction of the Team Manager, including the referral, assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of appropriate action to ensure that resources are utilised effectively to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, families and carers. To demonstrate competence as outlined in the Knowledge and Skills Statement for Children and Family Practitioners To promote the welfare and safeguarding of children, young people and their families. To carry out timely assessments on children, young people and families in accordance with the Framework of Assessment and Working Together guidance Ensure assessments and planning for children and young people actively promote the participation and engagement of all relevant agencies, the child/young person and their family. Prepare/facilitate care plans for children and young people which will take account of their views and wishes in the implementation of these care plans. Assess the needs of children and young people who require social work services, including the identification of risk and the need for protection. To develop, coordinate and delivery multi-agency plans to meet assessed needs and to review these plans to ensure they continue to meet assessed needs. Undertake social work with families in order to reduce the need for care or accommodation, and a range of community care and safeguarding assessments in accordance with relevant statutory requirements, identifying risks and appropriate support plans. To participate in development activities as may be required to promote improvement of service or the use of resources. To accurately record, critically analyse and keep up to date information using appropriate IT systems in accordance with the Departments recording policy. Create and maintain effective relationships with children, young people, their parents, families and carers to ensure the diverse needs are identified, met and regularly reviewed. To demonstrate effective practice in the most complex situations, assessing and managing higher levels of risk, striking a balance between support and control, liaising with a wide range of professionals within multi-disciplinary teams, including more senior levels Requirements of this role: Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England. Must have a Social Work qualification (Diploma in social work, social work degree or equivalent) Must have minimum of 3 years post qualifying experience as a Social Worker Benefits of working through Reed, include: Dedicated Recruitment Consultant. Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team. Free CV building and Interview support. Free DBS checks. Weekly payroll. PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more. CPD contributions. Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients. Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010. Does this role interest you? Apply today!
Qualified Social Worker, Team Manager, Safeguarding Team Pay rate to £44.60 per hour Contract role We are recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to work as a Team Manager in a Safeguarding Team in Kingston and Richmond.Work with Vitalis to Discover Exciting Opportunities in Qualified Social Work, Housing and SEND At Vitalis, we're here to make your career journey seamless and rewarding. Here's how we support you every step of the way: Dedicated Consultant - Gain access to a specialist consultant who knows the market inside-out, has connections to roles across the UK, and is ready to provide tailored career advice and job search support. Hassle-Free Registration - Our easy only new registration process gets you started quickly and effortlessly. Exclusive Incentives - Enjoy referral schemes, bonuses, and other exciting perks.Compliance Simplified - Leave the paperwork to us! We handle ongoing compliance, so you can focus on your career. Fast, Reliable Payroll - Get paid promptly and consistently without any worries. Whether you're a qualified social worker, or have an interest in housing or SEND roles, we have the opportunities you'll want to hear about.Don't forget, if this role isn't the perfect fit, we're confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including: Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)• Best Interest Assessor (BIA)• Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)• Looked After Children (LAC)• Children's Social Work• Adult Social Work• Service Manager• Head of Service• Team Manager• Assistant Team Manager• A wide range of housing roles• Careers in SEND in local authorities Let us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch with me today to explore our exciting opportunities!Contact me on or for more information.
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Qualified Social Worker, Team Manager, Safeguarding Team Pay rate to £44.60 per hour Contract role We are recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to work as a Team Manager in a Safeguarding Team in Kingston and Richmond.Work with Vitalis to Discover Exciting Opportunities in Qualified Social Work, Housing and SEND At Vitalis, we're here to make your career journey seamless and rewarding. Here's how we support you every step of the way: Dedicated Consultant - Gain access to a specialist consultant who knows the market inside-out, has connections to roles across the UK, and is ready to provide tailored career advice and job search support. Hassle-Free Registration - Our easy only new registration process gets you started quickly and effortlessly. Exclusive Incentives - Enjoy referral schemes, bonuses, and other exciting perks.Compliance Simplified - Leave the paperwork to us! We handle ongoing compliance, so you can focus on your career. Fast, Reliable Payroll - Get paid promptly and consistently without any worries. Whether you're a qualified social worker, or have an interest in housing or SEND roles, we have the opportunities you'll want to hear about.Don't forget, if this role isn't the perfect fit, we're confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including: Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)• Best Interest Assessor (BIA)• Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)• Looked After Children (LAC)• Children's Social Work• Adult Social Work• Service Manager• Head of Service• Team Manager• Assistant Team Manager• A wide range of housing roles• Careers in SEND in local authorities Let us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch with me today to explore our exciting opportunities!Contact me on or for more information.
Advanced Social Work Practitioner - Looked After Through Care Team Are you an experienced social worker looking for a new challenge? We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicatedAdvanced Social Work Practitioner to join our Looked After Through Care Team. This is a unique opportunity to take on a leadership role while maintaining a direct connection to complex casework. About the Role This Advanced Practitioner position is equivalent to an Assistant Team Manager role. You will be a vital part of our team, supporting children and young people whose long-term care plans involve remaining in our care. Your responsibilities will include: Complex Casework: Managing a reduced but complex caseload of children and young people. Supervision: Providing supervision and guidance to social workers within the team. Case Management: Offering oversight and support to ensure high-quality case management across the team. Leadership: Deputising for the Team Manager when they are unavailable, taking on a key leadership role in their absence. This is a demanding but incredibly rewarding role for someone who is ready to step up and make a significant impact on the lives of young people in our care. We're Looking for Someone With: Proven experience as a social worker, ideally within a looked-after children or through care team. Strong casework skills and the ability to manage complex cases. Experience in a supervisory or mentoring role with other social workers. A passion for leadership and a desire to help shape the future of our service. A recognised social work qualification and SWE registration . If you're an experienced social worker ready to take the next step in your career and help lead a dedicated team, we encourage you to apply. Please call Lara on Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Advanced Social Work Practitioner - Looked After Through Care Team Are you an experienced social worker looking for a new challenge? We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicatedAdvanced Social Work Practitioner to join our Looked After Through Care Team. This is a unique opportunity to take on a leadership role while maintaining a direct connection to complex casework. About the Role This Advanced Practitioner position is equivalent to an Assistant Team Manager role. You will be a vital part of our team, supporting children and young people whose long-term care plans involve remaining in our care. Your responsibilities will include: Complex Casework: Managing a reduced but complex caseload of children and young people. Supervision: Providing supervision and guidance to social workers within the team. Case Management: Offering oversight and support to ensure high-quality case management across the team. Leadership: Deputising for the Team Manager when they are unavailable, taking on a key leadership role in their absence. This is a demanding but incredibly rewarding role for someone who is ready to step up and make a significant impact on the lives of young people in our care. We're Looking for Someone With: Proven experience as a social worker, ideally within a looked-after children or through care team. Strong casework skills and the ability to manage complex cases. Experience in a supervisory or mentoring role with other social workers. A passion for leadership and a desire to help shape the future of our service. A recognised social work qualification and SWE registration . If you're an experienced social worker ready to take the next step in your career and help lead a dedicated team, we encourage you to apply. Please call Lara on Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
We are looking for a Social Worker to join a Children and Families Safeguarding Team. This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years equivalent post qualified experience in permanent contract/s. About the team This team is responsible for dealing with the most vulnerable and in need of protection children in the borough. Working proactively, with a child-centred approach to each case is vital to ensure successful case progression. The team pride themselves on their ability to effectively and efficiently make decisions on cases at all stages of crisis intervention. About you A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in permanent contracts is essential in order to be considered for this position. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in a children's frontline safeguarding Social Work team as well as key experience in initial court proceedings. A valid UK driving licence and vehicle are essential for this role. What's on offer? £39.04 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available also) Hybrid working scheme Supportive management structure with regular supervision Easily accessible via car Parking available/ nearby For more information, please get in contact Katherine Scoggins - Team Leader /
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
We are looking for a Social Worker to join a Children and Families Safeguarding Team. This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years equivalent post qualified experience in permanent contract/s. About the team This team is responsible for dealing with the most vulnerable and in need of protection children in the borough. Working proactively, with a child-centred approach to each case is vital to ensure successful case progression. The team pride themselves on their ability to effectively and efficiently make decisions on cases at all stages of crisis intervention. About you A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in permanent contracts is essential in order to be considered for this position. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in a children's frontline safeguarding Social Work team as well as key experience in initial court proceedings. A valid UK driving licence and vehicle are essential for this role. What's on offer? £39.04 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available also) Hybrid working scheme Supportive management structure with regular supervision Easily accessible via car Parking available/ nearby For more information, please get in contact Katherine Scoggins - Team Leader /
Social Worker, Children's Locality Team - Stockport Council Salary: £39,862 - £45,091 per annum Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-time Are you an experienced and dedicated Social Worker looking for a rewarding permanent position in a supportive environment? Stockport Council is seeking a passionate individual to join their Children's Locality Team. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families within the community. The Role: As a Social Worker in the Children's Locality Team, you will be responsible for a varied and manageable caseload. Your duties will include: Covering Duty: Responding to new referrals and managing initial assessments. Child in Need (CIN) / Child Protection (CP): Working with children and families to develop and implement effective plans to ensure their safety and well-being. Court Work: Preparing and presenting reports for court proceedings, including care orders and supervision orders. Permanence: Finding stable and secure long-term solutions for children who cannot live with their birth families. Team Structure and Support: You will be part of a well-structured and collaborative team, consisting of two senior practitioners and six social workers. This provides a supportive network for case discussions, peer supervision, and professional development. The council is committed to supporting its staff with regular supervision and training opportunities to help you thrive in your role. Benefits: Competitive Salary: A generous salary package ranging from £39,862 to £45,091 per annum, reflecting your skills and experience. Permanent Contract: Job security and the opportunity for long-term career progression. On-site Parking: Convenient and low-cost on-site parking at £3 per day. We are looking for a motivated and resilient Social Worker who is passionate about achieving the best outcomes for children and young people. If you have a proven track record in children's social work and are committed to high-quality practice, we encourage you to apply. Apply Share the Opportunity and Earn! Know someone who would be a great fit? Refer them and earn a £300 referral bonus if they're successfully placed. To discuss this vacancy in more detail or if you'd be interested in hearing about similar opportunities please contact Ethan Proud via: Mobile: Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Social Worker, Children's Locality Team - Stockport Council Salary: £39,862 - £45,091 per annum Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-time Are you an experienced and dedicated Social Worker looking for a rewarding permanent position in a supportive environment? Stockport Council is seeking a passionate individual to join their Children's Locality Team. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families within the community. The Role: As a Social Worker in the Children's Locality Team, you will be responsible for a varied and manageable caseload. Your duties will include: Covering Duty: Responding to new referrals and managing initial assessments. Child in Need (CIN) / Child Protection (CP): Working with children and families to develop and implement effective plans to ensure their safety and well-being. Court Work: Preparing and presenting reports for court proceedings, including care orders and supervision orders. Permanence: Finding stable and secure long-term solutions for children who cannot live with their birth families. Team Structure and Support: You will be part of a well-structured and collaborative team, consisting of two senior practitioners and six social workers. This provides a supportive network for case discussions, peer supervision, and professional development. The council is committed to supporting its staff with regular supervision and training opportunities to help you thrive in your role. Benefits: Competitive Salary: A generous salary package ranging from £39,862 to £45,091 per annum, reflecting your skills and experience. Permanent Contract: Job security and the opportunity for long-term career progression. On-site Parking: Convenient and low-cost on-site parking at £3 per day. We are looking for a motivated and resilient Social Worker who is passionate about achieving the best outcomes for children and young people. If you have a proven track record in children's social work and are committed to high-quality practice, we encourage you to apply. Apply Share the Opportunity and Earn! Know someone who would be a great fit? Refer them and earn a £300 referral bonus if they're successfully placed. To discuss this vacancy in more detail or if you'd be interested in hearing about similar opportunities please contact Ethan Proud via: Mobile: Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
Are you ready to be part of a team that transforms lives? Our Refugee Service supports children fleeing conflict, including separated children and unaccompanied minors from Ukraine. We also work with children whose families have No Recourse to Public Funds, offering safety, stability, and hope for a brighter future. The Role: This is a unique chance to join a dynamic, evolving, and creative team where your work will have a direct impact - not just on our service, but on the lives of vulnerable children starting anew in the UK. As a key member of the team, you'll support the manager and practitioners in delivering a consistently high-quality, safe service to children and young people. You'll be involved in every step of their journey - from arrival and initial assessments (age, risk, trafficking) to navigating the asylum system and supporting those eligible for Leaving Care services. What you'll do: You'll be a skilled professional helping children find safety, belonging, and opportunity. Your work will align with best practices in case and risk management, ensuring compliance with legislation and statutory duties. What makes this role special? End-to-End Involvement: Be there from the moment a child arrives in the UK, guiding them through critical assessments and support systems. Family Reunification Focus: Work creatively to reunite children with family and friends already in the UK, while maintaining strong links with parents abroad. Professional Leadership: Oversee and support practitioners in assessing, monitoring, and reviewing social care needs, ensuring services meet the highest standards. Collaborative Development: Work closely with carers, relatives, and partner agencies to shape future service delivery and contribute to ongoing improvements. What we're looking for: Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England. Proven significant experience gained in frontline statutory social care practice, working collaboratively with children, young people, and their families. Passion and commitment to improving outcomes and the lived experience of the children we serve. You will be required to travel to various locations within Hampshire (and the Isle of Wight or other local authority), and it is essential that you have a current drivers' licence and access to a reliable vehicle on a regular basis. You will also need business insurance. Ready to make a difference? Join us and help shape a future where every child has the chance to thrive. Why join us? Hampshire County Council is recognised nationally as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK. A modern, forward-looking local authority, it offers a pleasant, supportive, and collaborative working environment. Hampshire County Council is also a flexible employer interested in making the most of your skills and offers a great work life balance. We invest in you through our internal development programmes and training and offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Are you ready to be part of a team that transforms lives? Our Refugee Service supports children fleeing conflict, including separated children and unaccompanied minors from Ukraine. We also work with children whose families have No Recourse to Public Funds, offering safety, stability, and hope for a brighter future. The Role: This is a unique chance to join a dynamic, evolving, and creative team where your work will have a direct impact - not just on our service, but on the lives of vulnerable children starting anew in the UK. As a key member of the team, you'll support the manager and practitioners in delivering a consistently high-quality, safe service to children and young people. You'll be involved in every step of their journey - from arrival and initial assessments (age, risk, trafficking) to navigating the asylum system and supporting those eligible for Leaving Care services. What you'll do: You'll be a skilled professional helping children find safety, belonging, and opportunity. Your work will align with best practices in case and risk management, ensuring compliance with legislation and statutory duties. What makes this role special? End-to-End Involvement: Be there from the moment a child arrives in the UK, guiding them through critical assessments and support systems. Family Reunification Focus: Work creatively to reunite children with family and friends already in the UK, while maintaining strong links with parents abroad. Professional Leadership: Oversee and support practitioners in assessing, monitoring, and reviewing social care needs, ensuring services meet the highest standards. Collaborative Development: Work closely with carers, relatives, and partner agencies to shape future service delivery and contribute to ongoing improvements. What we're looking for: Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England. Proven significant experience gained in frontline statutory social care practice, working collaboratively with children, young people, and their families. Passion and commitment to improving outcomes and the lived experience of the children we serve. You will be required to travel to various locations within Hampshire (and the Isle of Wight or other local authority), and it is essential that you have a current drivers' licence and access to a reliable vehicle on a regular basis. You will also need business insurance. Ready to make a difference? Join us and help shape a future where every child has the chance to thrive. Why join us? Hampshire County Council is recognised nationally as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK. A modern, forward-looking local authority, it offers a pleasant, supportive, and collaborative working environment. Hampshire County Council is also a flexible employer interested in making the most of your skills and offers a great work life balance. We invest in you through our internal development programmes and training and offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
Look Ahead Care Support and Housing
Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Specialist Behaviour Support Workers to join our Birchall Wood Service in Hertfordshire. £27,352.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week. Our benefits include: Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service Free DBS Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card Fully paid induction programme and further training ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support Online wellbeing resources A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply) Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution Want to feel like you're making a difference? You'll feel at home here. Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day. Specialist Behaviour Support Workers are responsible for supporting people with learning disabilities and behavioural needs to live full lives, develop skills and maintain their wellbeing. We are looking for a skilled, creative and experienced Specialist Behavioural Support Workers to support one customer in her own home in Welwyn Garden City. Specialist Support Workers within Look Ahead are required to have either an extra dimension of experience or a higher qualification level as determined relevant for the particular post. Specialist Support Workers provide information, social inclusion and vocational opportunities to support people to recover and stay well; exercise choice and control in their care and lives; and participate on an equal footing in the community. Support is also provided to develop a model of re-enablement towards self-advocacy, self-management and empowerment, incorporating the principles and practice of recovery, co-production and peer support. This role must have an excellent value base to support the customer to build their life and develop their skills and passions as an independent person. A full driving licence is required for this position. For a full job description, please visit our website. All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. About you: Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in with the hobbies and interests of the customer and can facilitate connections with new people and places. Has a reasonable level of physical fitness and is able / likes to participate in active pursuits such as running and swimming. Is confident enough to try new things and take positive risks on a regular basis. Exudes a warm friendly and fun presence. Prefers working as part of a group or team. Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement. Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organised. Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments. Is persistent and determined in adverse circumstances. Is respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication. Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can-do attitude. Ability to cope positively with challenging and diverse behaviour. About us: Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 120 services, providing support to around 6000 customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness, young people and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us. We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values: We focus on Excellence and innovation. We are Caring and Compassionate. We are Inclusive and Trusted. We work in Partnership and are One-Team. Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Specialist Behaviour Support Workers to join our Birchall Wood Service in Hertfordshire. £27,352.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week. Our benefits include: Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service Free DBS Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card Fully paid induction programme and further training ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support Online wellbeing resources A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply) Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution Want to feel like you're making a difference? You'll feel at home here. Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day. Specialist Behaviour Support Workers are responsible for supporting people with learning disabilities and behavioural needs to live full lives, develop skills and maintain their wellbeing. We are looking for a skilled, creative and experienced Specialist Behavioural Support Workers to support one customer in her own home in Welwyn Garden City. Specialist Support Workers within Look Ahead are required to have either an extra dimension of experience or a higher qualification level as determined relevant for the particular post. Specialist Support Workers provide information, social inclusion and vocational opportunities to support people to recover and stay well; exercise choice and control in their care and lives; and participate on an equal footing in the community. Support is also provided to develop a model of re-enablement towards self-advocacy, self-management and empowerment, incorporating the principles and practice of recovery, co-production and peer support. This role must have an excellent value base to support the customer to build their life and develop their skills and passions as an independent person. A full driving licence is required for this position. For a full job description, please visit our website. All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. About you: Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in with the hobbies and interests of the customer and can facilitate connections with new people and places. Has a reasonable level of physical fitness and is able / likes to participate in active pursuits such as running and swimming. Is confident enough to try new things and take positive risks on a regular basis. Exudes a warm friendly and fun presence. Prefers working as part of a group or team. Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement. Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organised. Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments. Is persistent and determined in adverse circumstances. Is respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication. Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can-do attitude. Ability to cope positively with challenging and diverse behaviour. About us: Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 120 services, providing support to around 6000 customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness, young people and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us. We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values: We focus on Excellence and innovation. We are Caring and Compassionate. We are Inclusive and Trusted. We work in Partnership and are One-Team. Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.
