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You'll work with vulnerable young people, one at a time, on their terms - none of the teaching-at-scale trade-off, less admin, just one person and the part of teaching you care about. We're recruiting experienced SEND tutors in Kent, £28 - £35 per hour, for one-to-one tuition with children and young people who've fallen out of mainstream education, or never been properly served by it. • Flexible schedule: Most placements are a few sessions a week (time-limited part-time engagements), with more hours sometimes available. Work not guaranteed; you choose your placements., • Work from home: Planning, prep, and reporting from home; hybrid placements available., • Tes CPD access: Unlimited Tes professional development library, plus our own SEMH-focused courses., • Specialist team behind you: SENDCos, Designated Safeguarding Leads, senior special-school leaders, and experienced tutors., • Community events: Online drop-ins, knowledge-sharing sessions, and a real tutor community. We meet each young person where they are - engagement before attainment, child-led. We match, we don't dictate. Trauma-informed tuition that's transformative, not a gap filler - trusted by Local Authorities and schools across the UK. • One-to-one tuition in English, Maths, or Science to children aged 4-18, referred by Local Authorities and schools., • Sessions typically 1-2 hours, in-person - often in the home, sometimes in school or a community setting, occasionally hybrid, usually within school hours., • Most learners have SEMH, ADHD, ASC, MLD, SLD, or other SEND needs; many are out of school or at risk of being so., • Per-session reports supported by templates and your SEND Support Specialist., • Experience: 2+ years' teaching or tutoring, including substantial hands-on work with SEMH, ADHD, ASC, MLD, SLD, or other SEND needs., • Qualification: QTS or QTLS, or an equivalent specialist teaching qualification., • Subjects: Confidence teaching English, Maths, or Science at one or more Key Stages., • Safeguarding: It is a strict requirement that you have the ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children and young people., • Compliance: Enhanced DBS (we can help arrange this) and two professional references., • Right to work: UK-based with right to work in the UK. Paid monthly via an auto-generated invoice you approve in our tutor portal. • Apply in under 5 minutes via our mobile-optimised form., • We interview on a rolling basis and respond to successful applicants within 2 weeks., • Safer recruitment applies; we welcome tutors from every background and want our network to reflect the communities our learners come from., • Our referral / introducer scheme pays a fee to anyone who recommends a tutor who goes on to complete a first lesson. SENDCo (Special Educational Needs Coordinator), SEND Teacher, Special Needs Teacher, Special Needs Tutor, 1:1 Tutor, Home Tutor, Alternative Provision Tutor, Reintegration Tutor, Intervention Specialist, Inclusion Coordinator, or a mainstream / class teacher including Maths, English or Science with SEND experience. Not a permanent or salaried position; you are not an employee of Targeted Provision. Self-employed, freelance contract for services.

Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home Chatham, Kent | Start Monday Start Monday is recruiting an experienced Registered Manager for a four-bed Ofsted-registered children's home in Chatham, supporting young people aged 12-17 with emotional and behavioural difficulties. This is an opportunity for a confident, child-centred leader to manage the day-to-day running of the home, lead and develop the staff team, maintain high standards of care and safeguarding, and ensure full regulatory compliance. You will need: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or equivalent. At least five years' relevant experience in children's residential care. A minimum of two years' management experience within an Ofsted-registered children's home. A recent Ofsted inspection grading of Good or Outstanding. Strong knowledge of safeguarding, legislation and regulatory requirements. A full, clean UK driving licence and willingness to participate in an on-call rota. We are looking for a resilient, approachable leader who is passionate about improving outcomes for vulnerable children and young people. Interested in learning more? Contact Jo at Start Monday on 01233 663315 or email for a confidential discussion. TPBN1_UKTJ

Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. Start a rewarding career in care Cygnet Group is looking for a compassionate and enthusiastic Support Worker to join the day team at The Squirrels . This is an excellent opportunity whether you already work in health and social care or are looking for your first care job and a new career where you can make a genuine difference. You do not need previous experience as a Support Worker, Care Assistant or Healthcare Assistant to apply. If you share our values and bring patience, empathy, reliability and a willingness to learn, we will provide the fully paid training, induction and ongoing support you need to grow in the role. No two days are the same. You will help the people we support enjoy fulfilling, independent and active lives at The Squirrels and in the local community. About the role This is a permanent, 42-hour-per-week Support Worker position, working 12-hour day shifts across a seven-day rota. The rota includes approximately two weekends each month. Shift times vary, with some beginning at 7:00 am and others finishing at 10:00 pm. Provide compassionate, person-centred care and support tailored to individual needs. Encourage independence, choice, dignity and wellbeing in everyday life. Support daily routines, meaningful activities, social events and access to the local community. Build positive relationships with residents, families and colleagues. Follow individual support plans and contribute to a safe, comfortable and effective care environment. Work collaboratively as part of a supportive residential care team. About The Squirrels The Squirrels is a specialist residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities, including people who may present with behaviours that challenge, communication differences or complex needs. The service promotes independence, community integration and a safe, comfortable care environment. Who we are looking for Experience is welcome, but it is not essential. We are more interested in your values, attitude and commitment to helping others. You may be an experienced Support Worker, Care Assistant, Healthcare Assistant, Residential Support Worker, Autism Support Worker or Learning Disability Support Worker, or you may be completely new to care and ready to learn. A caring, compassionate and respectful approach. A genuine desire to support adults with autism and learning disabilities. Patience, resilience and a calm, positive attitude. Good communication skills and the confidence to build trusting relationships. A reliable, team-focused approach and willingness to learn. Flexibility to work 12-hour day shifts, weekends and a seven-day rota. Commitment to person-centred support, safeguarding, dignity, choice and independence. Full training and support from day one Starting a new career in care can feel like a big step, so you will not be expected to know everything when you join. Cygnet provides a fully paid induction and training programme to help you build the knowledge, practical skills and confidence needed for the role. You will also receive ongoing support from colleagues and have access to career development opportunities, funded apprenticeships and nationally recognised qualifications. Why join Cygnet? £13.45 to £14.00 per hour. Permanent contract for 42 hours per week. Fully paid training and induction, with ongoing support. Free meal while on shift and paid breaks. 28 days of paid annual leave, including bank holidays. NHS Blue Light Discount Card. Contributory pension scheme. Access to staff support and wellbeing services through Cygnet's online portal. Career development opportunities, including fully funded apprenticeships and nationally recognised qualifications. Who we support Adults aged 18 and over. People with autism and/or learning disabilities. People who may present with behaviours that challenge. Residents with communication differences and complex support needs. Ready to begin your career in care? If you are compassionate, reliable and ready to learn, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to become a Day Support Worker at The Squirrels. No previous care experience is required because full paid training and support are provided. Important information Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible. What next? If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you. Click the button to apply TPBN1_UKTJ

Seeking a Registered Manager for a new 3-bed children's home in Luton, responsible for Ofsted registration, team leadership, and ensuring high-quality, child-centered care for young people aged 11-15 with emotional and behavioral needs.