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Black Country Women's Aid Let us introduce ourselves… Black Country Women's Aid (BCWA) is an established charity working across the Black Country and wider West Midlands, providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking.
Services range from advocacy, civil remedies, support in court, individual and group support and access to a range of therapeutic interventions.
All services are client and needs-led. Community Services Directorate
Within this directorate, the following vital services are delivered;
Black Country Women's Aid Community Services include; , Community Domestic Abuse Support Services (Sandwell, Walsall and Dudley) , Black Country IRIS (primary care) educator and advocacy service , Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Services (Black Country), Black Country Sexual Abuse Forum, Black Country Counselling Service , Domestic and sexual abuse Children and Young person's service (Black Country), West Midlands Stalking Service, Ask Marc (Male abuse referral centre)
This position is located within the West Midlands Stalking Service.
The team: The BCWA West Midlands Stalking Service offers specialist stalking and harassment advisory and support service across the West Midlands area, covering Birmingham, Solihull, Coventry and the Black Country.
The service provides emotional and practical support, safety advice and advocacy through the criminal justice system within a multiagency framework to ensure that victims of stalking feel supported and empowered. Job Role Job Title: Independent Stalking Advocacy Caseworker (ISAC)Position available: 1 full-time position (37.5 hours) based across the Black CountrySalary: £23,809.50 - £25,838.68 (dependent upon experience)Closing date: 28 November 2025
All interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams Is this you?
We are looking for a qualified/unqualified ISAC (training may be provided for the right candidate) to join our dynamic team.
We are looking for someone with experience of frontline working and managing a caseload, including risk assessments, needs assessments and support planning.
The successful candidate will have an understanding the principles of safeguarding children and adults and the dynamics of domestic abuse and stalking and how this can affect victims.
The Role: The Independent Stalking Advocacy Caseworker (ISAC) is required to provide a high-quality service, managing a caseload of high-risk domestic abuse victims experiencing stalking from an ex-intimate partner.
They will support victims of stalking using evidence-based methods in order to identify risk, stalking typology and support needs.
ISACs provide practical guidance and safety advice to those experiencing elements of harassment and stalking, referring to relevant agencies when required and participating in the Multi-agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC) process.
ISACs may also assist with awareness-raising campaigns, training and events.
If you are self-driven, conscientious, hardworking with lots of ambition we would love to hear from you. To be considered for this position, click 'apply' and you will be emailed a link to an application form, job description, and equal ops form, plus details on how to complete your application.
CVs will not be accepted. Important information for all positions
Black Country Women's Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service for details of any previous criminal convictions.Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.
The post holder must be female.
Employment checks
As a responsible employer, we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks:
Right to work in the UKUnder Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer, need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally.
To avoid discrimination, we treat all job applicants equally.
We therefore ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK.
A copy of these will be taken.
Once the successful candidate has been appointed, the unsuccessful candidate's documents will be destroyed confidentially.
You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you.
References
Following your interview, two employment references will be sought.
One of these should be your current or most recent employer.
If you have finished full-time education and you have no employer reference, we will accept a reference from:
, a professional from your centre of study, for instance, a teacher, lecturer or headteacher, GP or health visitor, a character reference from a person who knows you, a civil servant from a government agency, a bank manager
DBS
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Type: Permanent Location: Sandwell, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £23809.00 - £25838.00 per annum + DOE
Posted: 2025-10-31 14:31:38
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An East London based Local Authority are looking for a Social Worker to join their Family Support & Safeguarding Team.
As the Social Worker, you will be continuing the child's journey when cases are transferred from the Assessment Service and where longer-term involvement is needed.
This role is a full-time, permanent position.
Benefits for you as the Social Worker:
Salary up to £50,574 per annum
£5,000 welcome payment
Excellent Travel package
Relocation package
Pension Scheme
Progression Opportunities
Healthcare scheme
Additional benefits
Your responsibilities as the Social Worker:
Support looked after children, and to escalate cases through legal proceedings
Implement child protection and child in need plans
Manage complex cases, planning intervention and support in a timely manner
Making sure that the children's voices are heard and recorded consistently
Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively contact Tom McKenna on 07587 031 100 for further details or tmckenna@charecruitment.com and please do be sure to leave your contact details
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Type: Permanent Location: East London, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £47000 - £50574 per annum + retention allowance
Posted: 2025-10-31 13:59:12
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A Kent-based Local Authority who have been rated Good recently by Ofsted are recruiting a part time Independent Reviewing Officer who has children at the very heart of all they do.
Please note, the successful candidate will be offered a part time contract consisting of 22.2 hours per week over 3 days.
SALARY UP TO £62,600 PER ANNUM FTE.
You will develop strong relationships with the children and young people in your care and help shape the best possible opportunities and experiences so that they can have the best future they can.
You will have the ability to develop strong professional relationships that support quality care for our children and young people and be confident to challenge when this care is not the best it can be.
You will have a minimum of 5 years experience of social work with strong experience in working with child protection or looked after children.
Significant experience and understanding of Family Court and PLO is essential with experience of management and supervision of social workers.
The role forms part of the wider Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Service and very much has a part to play in the quality assurance of practice for children in care.
Benefits for you as the IRO Manager:
Salary up to £62,600 FTE
27 Days Annual leave
Car Allowance
Marketing Premia - £7,000
Retention Payment - £3,000
Career Progression Scheme
Relocation Scheme
Additional Discounts
Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively contact Tom McKenna on 07587 031100 or email tmckenna@charecruitment.com for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details
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Type: Permanent Location: Kent, England
Salary / Rate: £55600 - £62600 per annum + Excellent Benefits
Posted: 2025-10-31 13:43:56
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We are looking for multiple Qualified Nursery Assistants to join our nurseries in Didcot and the surrounding areas on an Agency Basis.
Drivers preferred.
Please do not apply for this job if you require sponsorship to work in the UK.
This position is only available for those who have right to work in the UK.
About the role:
You will bring joy and enthusiasm to our nurseries by leading engaging activities for the children.
You will instil good core values.
You will leave a positive impact on the children.
This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about Early Years Development.
About You: Qualified Nursery Assistant
NVQ Level 3 Early Years Qualification or equivalent - NVQ Level 2 will be considered
Enhanced DBS Check (on Update Service preferred)
Flexible
Will commit to minimum 2 days a week (8am - 6pm)
About You: Nursery Assistant
Previous experience in childcare (desirable)
DBS Check
Passionate
Great communication
Engaging nature
Willing to try new things
Desire to positively impact children's early years from 3months to 5 years' old
Able to commit to minimum 2 Full Nursery Days (8am - 6pm)
What's on offer?
Qualified Nursery Assistant: £13.50 - £14.00 PAYE / 16.50 -17.25 UMBRELLA
Nursery Assistant: Minimum or National Living Wage (£12.21 - £12.40) depending on age, and experience
Full and part-time opportunities (flexible hours available)
Easily accessible via public transport and car
A friendly and supportive team
Holiday pay (12.07% per hour PAYE)
Weekly pay
Free training
Free parking
Dedicated consultant to enhance your CV and interview prep
Opportunities to win agency worker of the month
Potential to receive £200 referral bonus for Nursery Assistants
Potential to receive £250 referral bonus for Early Years Practitioners
We are a disability confident employer.
For more information, please get in contact
Aaron Connolly - Recruitment Consultant
Telephone: 07441356501
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Type: Contract Location: Didcot, England
Salary / Rate: £12.21 - £17.25 per hour + plus holiday pay for PAYE
Posted: 2025-10-31 13:36:12
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Do you have a passion for working children and young people? Do you have some professional experience working with young people? Are you looking for a challenging yet rewarding role?
I am looking for Residential Support Worker's to join a fantastic charity who support the most vulnerable young people in the UK via their therapeutic homes and schools based in Norfolk.
Based in their residential community, you will work with young people aged 5-18 who have suffered severe childhood trauma linked to exploitation, neglect, domestic violence and abuse.
Your role will be to work with them to help them understand their trauma, help them re-establish a positive view of the world, work with the inhouse clinical team to work to a comprehensive therapeutic plan for each child.
The Residential Support Worker role requires full commitment, this is a serious career path that requires self-sacrifice in order to ensure the young people are always put first and receive the support they need.
The job will involve long hours (sometimes 24 hour shifts), overnight sleep in shifts, alternate weekends, sometimes you will need to stay beyond your shift ending to ensure safe handover or bed time routines.
In return you will receive a fantastic salary, plus fully funded training and qualifications to become a qualified Child Psychotherapist.
Benefits include:
£33,750 salary (this includes payment for 45 sleep in shifts per year)
6 Weeks Annual Leave allowance
Extensive academic training program to become a qualified Child Psychotherapist at the end
Excellent career progression always available
Do you have:
A burning desire, passion and full 100% commitment to working with extremely vulnerable children
Flexibility in your personal life to work long hours, weekends, sleep in shifts and stay later where required
Open, honest, self-reflective personality who is able to understand their own life struggles and compartmentalise
Some experience working with young people is beneficial
For more information apply now. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Dereham, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £33750 per annum + Child Psychotherapy Training
Posted: 2025-10-31 10:40:51
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Do you have a passion for working children and young people? Do you have some professional experience working with young people? A job working for the council could be for you!
I am looking for passionate Support Workers with experience working with Children and/or Young Adults with either traumatic backgrounds, Learning Disabilities, Mental Health or Challenging Behaviours.
My client is the local council who have a portfolio of children's homes offering residential care and support for young people with behavioural difficulties, traumatic backgrounds, learning disabilities and complex needs based in Doncaster.
If you have experience with children and young people in SEN education, youth work, young offenders or fostering, a career in children's homes is for you.
Benefits include:
£28,132 plus £40.77 per sleep in (approx.
£31,000 per annum OTE)
8.5% Allowance for Unsociable Hours into your salary on top
Public Sector benefits including annual pay reviews, enhanced pension benefit
Job security in a local council employer
Excellent progression opportunities within the council
Do you have:
Experience of working within children or young adults with learning disabilities, mental health, or behaviours that challenge - SEN School, youth work, community young people, children's learning disabilities, semi-independent services, care leavers, youth justice, children's homes
Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent (or willingness to complete)
Ability to complete shifts patterns, weekends, and overnight stays.
For more information apply now.
Please note, we are unable to consider applications from candidates who require sponsorship.
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Type: Permanent Location: Doncaster, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £28132 per annum
Posted: 2025-10-31 10:29:54
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We are looking for a Social Worker to join the Leaving Care Service.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years equivalent post qualified experience in permanent contract/s.
About the team:
As a leaving care social worker, you'll be a vital point of contact for care-experienced young people aged 16-25.
You'll provide tailored support, guidance, and advocacy to support their transition into independent adulthood with confidence and resilience, with a focus on wellbeing.
This is a relationship-based role where your ability to connect, empower, and advocate for young people will make a lasting difference.
About you:
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 3 year post qualifying needed to be considered for this role.
It is beneficial for the candidate to have previous experience of working within a Looked After Children/ Leaving Care Team.
It is essential to have a UK Driver's License.
What's on offer?
£35.00 hourly umbrella (PAYE payment options available also).
Hybrid working scheme.
Great opportunity to work in a specialist team to broaden your skills.
Excellent training to ensure you succeed within your role.
Regularly held supervisions and a supportive culture with a stable management team.
For more information, please get in contact:
Grace Gordon - Consultant
0118 948 5555 / 07425728375
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Type: Contract Location: Lincolnshire, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £35 per hour
Posted: 2025-10-31 09:12:31
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We are looking for a Social Worker to join the Children in Care Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 2 year post qualified experience.
About the team:
As a Social Worker within the Children Looked After Service, you will be responsible for undertaking ongoing assessment work and intervention with children and families.
You will be progressing children's plans and ensuring that they are accessing the right level of service at the right time.
This team do offer flexibailty to work from home and in the office on a hybrid working from home scheme.
About you:
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 3 year post qualifying needed to be considered for this role.It is essential for the candidate to have previous experience of working within a busy Children in Care Team.It is essential to have a UK Driver's License.
What's on offer?
£38.43 hourly umbrella (PAYE payment options available also).
Hybrid working scheme.
Great opportunity to work in a specialist team to broaden your skills.
Recent ofstead marked as "good"
Regularly held supervisions and a supportive culture with a stable management team.
For more information, please get in contact:
Grace Gordon - Consultant
0118 948 5555 / 07425728375
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Type: Contract Location: Wales
Salary / Rate: £38 - £38.43 per hour
Posted: 2025-10-31 09:03:55
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We are looking for a Social Worker to join the Children in Care Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years equivalent post qualified experience within a permanent local authority.
About the team:
The children in care team works with children and families under the care of the council, the social worker will be holding a caseload of children who are subject to care orders, providing ongoing support, safeguarding, and care planning to ensure their needs are met and their welfare is promoted.
This includes working closely with foster carers, residential placements, schools, health professionals, and other agencies to achieve the best outcomes for each child.
About you:
To be qualified for this role you must hold a Social Work degree and be registered with Social Work England.
You should have experience working within a child in care team, with a solid understanding of relevant legislation.
What's on offer?
£35.00 hourly umbrella (PAYE payment options available also).
Hybrid working scheme.
Great opportunity to work in a specialist team to broaden your skills.
Excellent training to ensure you succeed within your role.
Regularly held supervisions and a supportive culture with a stable management team.
For more information, please get in contact:
Grace Gordon - Consultant
0118 948 5555 / 07425728375
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Type: Contract Location: West Yorkshire, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £35 per hour
Posted: 2025-10-31 09:00:32
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An established North West law firm - now part of a respected national group - is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to join its expanding team in Wigan.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a solicitor operating at Associate or Senior Associate level to join a firm that combines strong local relationships with the backing and resources of a wider network.
Following a recent merger in the area, the firm has strengthened its presence in Wigan and continues to grow its reputation for providing clear, compassionate advice across all aspects of family law.
The role:
Youll manage a varied caseload covering:
- Divorce and separation
- Financial settlements, including high-value and business-related assets
- Child arrangements and parental disputes
- Domestic abuse and protective orders
- Prenuptial and cohabitation agreements
This is a role where youll be encouraged to take ownership of your work, help shape the teams direction locally, and contribute to the wider development of the firms family law offering.
What makes this opportunity stand out:
- Genuine career progression within a growing, well-resourced group
- A collaborative, supportive culture that values balance and wellbeing
- Investment in personal development, technology, and flexible working
- The chance to be part of a team that combines professionalism with a down-to-earth approach
What were looking for:
- A minimum of 4 years PQE in family law
- Strong technical ability and client-handling skills
- Experience with complex financial matters and high-net-worth clients
- A proactive, empathetic, and commercially minded approach
If youre looking to make your mark in a forward-thinking firm with real roots in Wigan and the North West, this is an excellent next step. Please give Justine a call on 0161 914 7357 or send your current CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Wigan,England
Start: 30/10/2025
Salary / Rate: Competitive
Posted: 2025-10-30 14:22:04
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Residential Support Worker required to support our client based in Reading, Berkshire.
Our client runs two independent childrens homes in Reading for young people aged 11-18 years.
We do not offer sponsorship for this role
x1 Full-time Residential Support Worker
x2 Part-time Residential Support Worker
Location: Reading
Shifts:
9.00-17.00 / 9.00-23.00 sleep in + 07.00am-9.30am
16.00- 23.00 sleep in - 07.00am-9.30am
Weekends are 10.00-23.00 sleep in - 08.00am-10.30am
Rate of Pay: £13.00 + holiday pay PAYE, or £16.05 Umbrella
Requirements:
Enhanced Child & Adult DBS
Need to honor full-time or part-time shift pattern
Experience working in Children Residential
NVQ level 3 in residential child care desirable
We do not offer sponsorship for this role
If you are interested in this role, please apply.
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Type: Contract Location: Reading, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing
Salary / Rate: £13.00 - £16.00 per hour
Posted: 2025-10-30 12:19:39
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Experienced SEN Teaching Assistants Needed - Bracknell Schools
Location: Bracknell and surrounding areas
Start Date: Immediate and September 2025 starts available
Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next rewarding role? Do you thrive in supporting children with additional needs and enjoy making a positive impact every day?
We are working with a number of primary and secondary schools across Bracknell who are seeking skilled and passionate SEN TAs to join their dedicated teams.
🔹 About the Role:
Full-time and part-time roles available
Supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs including Autism (ASD), ADHD, SEMH, and speech and language difficulties
Working 1:1 and in small group settings
Collaborating closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and external specialists
Helping create an inclusive, safe, and engaging learning environment
🔹 What We're Looking For:
Previous experience supporting children with SEN in an educational setting
A calm, patient, and nurturing approach
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
A relevant qualification in education or SEN is desirable
Ability to use your initiative and adapt to changing needs
🔹 What We Offer:
Competitive daily rates depending on experience
Flexible work to suit your availability
Opportunities for career progression and ongoing training
Supportive school environments with strong SEN teams
Join a team where your experience and passion make a real difference.
Apply now or get in touch to find out more!
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Type: Contract Location: Bracknell Forest, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing
Salary / Rate: £12.21 - £13.21 per hour
Posted: 2025-10-29 17:02:54
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Are you passionate about developing a career with children and young people with autism? Are looking for a career where you can make a difference in the lives of young children?
An SEN Teaching Assistant role is available working with children and young people with autism and related disabilities.
The children and young people are aged between 4-19, and you will be working in a classroom environment.
As the SEN Teaching Assistant you're required to provide personal care, support the children at all times and ensure the children are reaching their full potential.
The school is based in Cranleigh Surrey so we do require drivers who are able to get to the site.
The role is paying £26,400 FTE (actual salary is £23,000 per annum) and is working term time only, 36.5 hours a week.
Benefits of the SEN Teaching Assistant include:
The ability to gain fully-funded qualifications
On-going training and development
Progression opportunities
44-days annual leave
Work Monday - Friday only
The opportunity to work 1:1 with children directly
Requirements of the SEN Teaching Assistant include:
Experience working with children with challenging behaviours/autism/learning disabilities
Clean UK driving license
Commitment to gaining further qualifications and training
Emotional resilience and strong communication skills
Responsibilities of the SEN Teaching Assistant:
Work 1:1 with the young person to meet their individual needs
Provide an outstanding quality of care including personal care
Work under the companies rules and Ofsted regulations
Write reports to assess their development
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Type: Permanent Location: Cranleigh, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £25000 per annum
Posted: 2025-10-29 17:01:46
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Support Worker - Children's Home Location: Tadley | Full-Time |
Drivers preferred
Sponsorship not available
Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a lasting difference in a child's life? We are seeking compassionate, resilient, and committed Support Workers to join a dedicated team in a nurturing children's home in Tadley.
This is a full-time, on-site role supporting children and young people who may have experienced trauma, neglect, or disrupted family lives.
You'll help create a safe, stable, and supportive environment where they can grow, develop, and thrive.
Your Role Will Include:
Providing day-to-day care, support, and encouragement to children and young people
Promoting emotional wellbeing, resilience, and positive relationships
Supporting children with daily routines, activities, education, and appointments
Managing challenging behaviours with patience and understanding
Maintaining a safe and nurturing home environment that meets individual needs
Working closely with colleagues, social workers, and external professionals
What We're Looking For:
A genuine passion for working with children and young people
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Emotional resilience and a calm, consistent approach
Experience in a care setting or with children is ESSENTIAL—full training will be provided
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
What You'll Receive:
Comprehensive training and development
Supportive team environment and regular supervision
Opportunities to progress within a large, well-established care organisation
Access to a wide range of professional resources and expertise
A role where you can have a real and lasting impact on young lives
If you're ready to start a meaningful career helping children feel safe, supported, and valued, we'd love to hear from you. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Tadley, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing
Salary / Rate: £12.21 - £13.21 per hour
Posted: 2025-10-29 17:00:50
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Do you have experience with adults with autism and learning disabilities? Are you keen to progress your career with fully funded qualifications? Are you looking for a Monday to Friday working pattern? Apply here!
I am working with a fantastic charity who support children and adults with Autism and Learning Disabilities with education and life skills.
I am looking to recruit Learning Support Assistant to work in a purpose-built adults educational day centre based in Cranleigh, Surrey.
This is a Monday to Friday role, no weekends of sleep ins.
You would work with adults 18+ with Autism in the day centre, assisting them in the educational activities they participate in, provide personal care where required, ensure they have as many different opportunities as possible.
The Learning Support Assistant is a permanent full time role paying £25,000 per annum starting with further pay increases for additional learning and a clear progression pathway.
The successful candidate must have
Experience in Support Work or Education with people with learning disabilities, autism
Experience working with challenging behaviour and be willing to complete personal care where required
Enthusiasm, passion, sense of humour and drive to learn
Driving License (Due to the location) or be able to get to Guildford for the shuttle bus
If you are looking for a Monday to Friday role working with Autism, apply here!
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Type: Permanent Location: Cranleigh, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £25000 per annum
Posted: 2025-10-29 17:00:06
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Experienced SEN Teaching Assistants - Berkshire
Full-Time & Part-Time Roles | Immediate Start Available | Competitive Pay
Are you a skilled and passionate SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity? We are currently recruiting experienced SEN TAs to support a range of primary and secondary schools across Berkshire.
You will be working closely with pupils with special educational needs, including autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and other complex learning needs — helping to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
Providing one-to-one or small group support to pupils with SEN
Assisting the class teacher in implementing individual education plans (IEPs)
Supporting pupils with their academic, emotional, and social development
Promoting independence and engagement in learning
Managing challenging behaviour in line with school policies
Contributing to a positive, inclusive classroom environment
What We're Looking For
Previous experience working as an SEN TA or in a similar role
Strong understanding of a range of special educational needs
Confident supporting children with autism, ADHD, and behavioural needs
Patient, nurturing, and adaptable approach
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Relevant qualifications or training in SEN (desirable but not essential)
What We Offer
Competitive daily rates of pay
Flexible work to suit your schedule - long-term, short-term, and supply roles available
Opportunities across mainstream and specialist schools in Berkshire
A supportive and experienced team to help match you to the right role
Ongoing CPD and career development opportunities
If you're an experienced SEN TA ready to make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and help shape the future for learners with additional needs. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Berkshire, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing
Salary / Rate: £86 - £100 per day
Posted: 2025-10-29 16:58:30
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Experienced Support Workers - Portsmouth Area 1:1 Support
We're currently looking for experienced, reliable, and compassionate Support Workers in the Portsmouth area to join our growing team.
You will be supporting children and young people on a 1:1 basis, following an individual activity plan tailored to their needs.
This is a rewarding opportunity for those who are passionate about making a real difference in a young person's life.
What We're Looking For:
Minimum 6 months experience in a support or care role
Must drive and have access to your own vehicle
Confident working 1:1 with children or young people
Flexible, proactive, and able to follow structured activity plans
Friendly, professional, and reliable
What's on Offer:
Competitive hourly rate
Expenses refunded
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact
If you're an experienced support worker looking for a rewarding role with flexibility and independence, we'd love to hear from you! ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Portsmouth, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing
Salary / Rate: £12.50 - £13.50 per hour
Posted: 2025-10-29 16:56:06
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Experienced Support Workers - Children (Portsmouth Area)
Location: Portsmouth and surrounding areas
Pay: Competitive rates (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Contract: Full-time / Part-time / Bank shifts available
Shifts : Vary depending on Young person's care plan
Are you a compassionate, resilient, and experienced Support Worker looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people? We are seeking experienced Support Workers to join our dedicated team supporting children and young people in the care system who present with complex needs, emotional trauma, and challenging behaviours.
About the Role:
You will provide 1:1 and 2:1 support to children and young people who may:
Display verbal and physical aggression
Have a history of emotional trauma and self-harm
Require constant supervision to maintain safety and stability
Need structured routines and consistent emotional support
Your role is vital in helping them build trust, develop life skills, and work towards positive outcomes.
Essential Requirements:
Minimum 1 year's experience supporting young people with challenging behaviours
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
Restraint/Physical Intervention Training Certificate (Team Teach, PRICE, or equivalent)
Ability to remain calm, patient, and professional under pressure
Strong record-keeping and report-writing skills (daily logs, incident reports, etc.)
Reliable, committed, and able to work as part of a supportive team
Drivers preferred (As some care plans will involve trips out)
We Offer:
Competitive pay and flexible shift patterns
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Supportive management and 24/7 on-call assistance
A rewarding career where you can truly make a difference
If you have the passion, resilience, and experience to support young people through some of their most challenging times, we would love to hear from you. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Portsmouth, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing
Posted: 2025-10-29 16:53:21
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Are you an experienced Deputy Manager or Assistant Manager within children's homes? Do you have your Level 3/4 completed? Take the next step in your career in children's residential care, where you can provide leadership, guidance and make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people.
Location: Maiden Bradley Salary: £33,664 per annum, Full-time permanent role
Please do not apply if you need sponsorship.
To apply for this role you must have residence and right to work within the UK.
Charles Hunter Associates are a specialist recruitment consultancy, established for 13 years.
I work within the South West of England and work closely with you to help find the most suitable role.
Are you an experienced Deputy Manager or Assistant Manager within children's homes? Do you have your Level 3/4 completed?
My client is a local, established and independently owned children's services provider with an excellent reputation in residential care for young people.
I am helping them appoint their new Deputy Children's Manager for their children's home based in Maiden Bradley.
The role is paying £33,664 per annum PLUS an additional £62.64 for sleep in
Do you have the following? :
Diploma Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent
Experience as a Deputy Manager or Assistant Manager in residential children's homes
Ambition to move into an Ofsted Registered Manager role
Responsibilities
* Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home
* Lead, supervise and develop a team of residential staff
* Ensure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Ofsted frameworks
* Oversee safeguarding, rota planning, risk management and quality assurance
* Deputise in the absence of the Registered Manager
* Promote a safe, nurturing and outcome-focused environment for children and young people
If you are an experienced residential childcare professional looking to step into management, then apply to Jordan today.
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Type: Permanent Location: Warminster, England
Salary / Rate: £33664 - £35000 per annum + Additional sleep included
Posted: 2025-10-29 16:48:01
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Do you have a passion for working children and young people? Do you have some professional experience working with young people?
I am looking for passionate Support Workers with experience working with Children and/or Young Adults with either Learning Disabilities, Mental Health or Challenging Behaviours.
My client is a well respected children's home provider who have ambitious plans in the upcoming years and are looking for Support Workers to join one of their existing purpose built children's home in Minehead for both their residential and supported accommodation services.
If you have experience with children and young people in SEN education, youth work, young offenders or fostering, a career in children's homes is for you.
Benefits include:
£25,480 - £30,000
Public Sector benefits including annual pay reviews, enhanced pension benefit
Job security in a local council employer
Excellent progression opportunities within the council
Do you have:
Experience of working within children or young adults with learning disabilities, mental health, or behaviours that challenge - SEN School, youth work, community young people, children's learning disabilities, semi-independent services, care leavers, youth justice, children's homes
Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent (or willingness to complete)
Ability to complete shifts patterns, weekends, and overnight stays.
For more information apply now.
Please note, we are unable to consider applications from candidates who require sponsorship.
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Type: Permanent Location: Minehead, England
Salary / Rate: £25480 - £30000 per annum + Including Sleep ins
Posted: 2025-10-29 16:43:10
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Do you have a passion for working children and young people? Do you have some professional experience working with young people?
I am looking for passionate Support Workers with experience working with Children and/or Young Adults with either Learning Disabilities, Mental Health or Challenging Behaviours.
My client is a well respected children's home provider who have ambitious plans in the upcoming years and are looking for Support Workers to join one of their existing purpose built children's homes Exeter and Crediton for both their residential and supported accommodation services.
If you have experience with children and young people in SEN education, youth work, young offenders or fostering, a career in children's homes is for you.
Benefits include:
£28,080 - £30,000
Public Sector benefits including annual pay reviews, enhanced pensio benefit
Job security in a local council employer
Excellent progression opportunities within the council
Do you have:
Experience of working within children or young adults with learning disabilities, mental health, or behaviours that challenge - SEN School, youth work, community young people, children's learning disabilities, semi-independent services, care leavers, youth justice, children's homes
Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent (or willingness to complete)
Ability to complete shifts patterns, weekends, and overnight stays.
For more information apply now.
Please note, we are unable to consider applications from candidates who require sponsorship.
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Type: Permanent Location: Exeter, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £28080 - £32000 per annum + Sleep-ins included
Posted: 2025-10-29 16:40:56
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We are looking for a Social Worker to join our Children Looked After Team
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience.
About the Role
As a Social Worker in the Children Looked After Team, you will work with children and young people who are in the care of the local authority.
Your role will involve building meaningful, consistent relationships with children and their carers, ensuring their needs are met, and helping them achieve positive outcomes.
You will be responsible for care planning, statutory reviews, and preparing reports for court or permanency panels when necessary.
The focus is on stability, emotional well-being, and long-term planning, including adoption, fostering, or reunification with birth families when appropriate.
About You
To be considered, you must have:
A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree / DipSW / CQSW)
A minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience within children's services, ideally with looked after children
A strong understanding of care planning, permanency, and relevant legislation (e.g., Children Act 1989)
A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is desirable, but not essential
What's On Offer
£37.52 per hour (umbrella)
Hybrid and flexible working to support work-life balance
Parking available/nearby
The chance to enhance your experience in a key area of children's social work and develop your professional practice
If you're passionate about supporting children in care and helping them achieve the best possible futures, we would love to hear from you.
For more information, please get in contact with:
Siobhan Molley - Recruitment Consultant
0118 948 5555 / 07553040465
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Type: Contract Location: Surrey, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £38 per hour
Posted: 2025-10-29 16:27:47
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We are looking for a Social Worker to join our Children's Looked After Team
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in Frontline and Children Looked After work.
About the team
The team consists of a small group of social workers that report to a senior practitioner.
Their work includes assessment, care planning, and permanency planning for children and young people, both of whom are in care proceedings, as well as children who are looked after following final court orders.
They are responsible for progressing work within the statutory framework for Looked After Children, which involves ensuring Looked After Children reviews, personal education planning meetings, and Looked After Children medicals are progressed within statutory timescales.
Sometimes the team works with a cohort of unaccompanied asylum-seeking children and will be expected to take part in age assessments in their respect.
*Please note that the following opportunity is a Locum contract with a minimum duration of 3 months.
About you
Knowledge and experience working within a Frontline Team such as Child Protection or Referral and Assessment is essential for this role.
You will need to hold a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) as well as 3 years post qualifying experience.
A Social Work England registration and access to your own vehicle is a requirement.
What's on offer?
Up to £38.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid working arrangements.
The opportunity to work for a “Good” Ofsted rated Local Authority
Enhance your CV and Skill set
For more information, please get in touch with:
Thomas Sherwood
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Type: Contract Location: Cambridgeshire, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £38.00 per hour
Posted: 2025-10-29 16:27:25
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We are Looking for a Supervising Social Worker to join our Fostering Service.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience.
About the team
This is a close-knit team who are responsible for undertaking high quality assessments that ensure the best placements for the most vulnerable children in the service.
The team are also expected to complete unannounced visits to foster carers, ensuring that the safety of the child or children are paramount.
Managing complex situations effectively and efficiently is key to the success of this role.
About you
The ideal candidate will have sound understanding and experience of undertaking supervision of foster carers as well as working with Children and Families ensuring the best outcome for the child.
Other relevant experience such as Looked After Children and Leaving Care will also be helpful in being successful in this role.
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years' experience working in a Children setting are essential for this position.
What's on offer?
Up to £38 per hour umbrella depending on experience (PAYE payment options available also)
Opportunity to improve on and learn new processes.
Enhance your CV and Skill set
Parking available onsite
For more information, please get in touch with:
Thomas Sherwood
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Type: Contract Location: North London, England
Salary / Rate: £35.00 - £38.00 per hour
Posted: 2025-10-29 16:26:06
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We are Looking for a Supervising Social Worker to join our Fostering Service.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience.
About the team
This is a close-knit team who are responsible for undertaking high quality assessments that ensure the best placements for the most vulnerable children in the service.
The team are also expected to complete unannounced visits to foster carers, ensuring that the safety of the child or children are paramount.
Managing complex situations effectively and efficiently is key to the success of this role.
About you
The ideal candidate will have sound understanding and experience of undertaking supervision of foster carers as well as working with Children and Families ensuring the best outcome for the child.
Other relevant experience such as Looked After Children and Leaving Care will also be helpful in being successful in this role.
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years' experience working in a Children setting are essential for this position.
What's on offer?
Up to £38 per hour umbrella depending on experience (PAYE payment options available also)
Opportunity to improve on and learn new processes.
Enhance your CV and Skill set
Parking available onsite
For more information, please get in touch with:
Thomas Sherwood
07442 576 906 ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: East London, England
Salary / Rate: £35.00 - £38.00 per hour
Posted: 2025-10-29 16:25:17
