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Job Title: Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 3) \n Location: Gloucestershire College, Llanthony Road, GL2 5JQ \n Salary: £26,500-£27,500 \n \n About Us: \n \n At My Ohana we are committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment for children, their families, and our employees. As a leader in the childcare sector, we believe in the power of a people-centric culture that fosters growth, innovation, and collaboration. Our mission is to create a safe, engaging, and enriching experience for every child and to support our dedicated team in their personal and professional development. \n \n My Ohana is an equal opportunities employer and values equity, inclusion and diversity. We welcome people of different nationalities, backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, abilities and perspectives. \n We commit to continuing to build a more diverse workforce, which is inclusive and supportive for every individual. \n \n The Role: \n \n Our Nursery Practitioners play a critical role in the successful operation of our world-class nursery. This role will be focussed on providing the very best care for our children, ensuring their individual needs are met in a group setting. \n \n Key Deliverables: \n \n Operational Excellence \n\n • Work as part of a close-knit team in a child-centred environment where the children are cared for in a safe, loving and stimulating way\n, • To be familiar with, and act according to, safeguarding guidelines\n, • Responsible for the safety, security and well-being of all children attending the setting\n, • Responsible for ensuring regular communication and interaction with parents to update them on their child’s progress\n, • Responsible for supervising children at play indoor and outdoor, and at mealtimes to ensure safety\n, • Provide an enhanced mealtime experience for the children, ensuring that any food that is served is being monitored and conforming to Food Safety regulations\n, • Take responsibility for a planned programme of activities for the children, following the EYFS framework\n, • To take charge of own key worker group and inform parents and other colleagues of any other relevant information\n, • Responsible for maintaining children’s records, inclusive of observations and their next steps\n, • Responsible for ensuring cleanliness of room is of a high standard and toys and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained\n\n \n \n Culture Champion \n\n • Contributing to a positive and collaborative work environment\n, • Be a reliable member of the team working cooperatively and with flexibility\n, • Be a role model to all colleagues \n, • Being a proud and enthusiastic colleague \n\n \n What you’ll need to succeed: \n\n • A passion and dedication to providing world-class care to children\n, • To hold a full and relevant early years qualification of Level 3 or above\n, • It is a requirement to have at least a level 5 (Grade C) in GCSE Maths and English \n, • Prior experience of working with children aged 3 months to 5 years\n, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills\n, • Strong desire to learn & grow within your role \n\n \n What we offer: \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • Company pension scheme\n, • VIVUP benefits package including retail discounts and wellbeing support\n, • Access your pay as you earn it\n, • Free parking on site\n, • Childcare discount\n, • Ongoing CPD and training and development programs designed to support professional and personal growth\n, • Company Events such as summer and winter parties\n, • Celebration of individual’s life events\n, • Additional recognition programmes\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n Applicants will need to show they have the right to work in the United Kingdom and the successful candidate will be subject to a DBS, reference and social media checks. \n\n\n\n

Children's Home Residential Practitioner (Bank Staff) - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Children's Home Residential Practitioner (Bank Staff), • Job Location: Shire Hall, • Salary: £30,024 - £32,597 per annum (plus enhanced pay for unsociable hours and sleep-in allowance), • Hours per Week: 37, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date: 03/05/2026, • Job Requisition Number: 13983 Are you driven by purpose? Do you believe every child deserves safety, love, and the chance to thrive? If you're passionate about transforming lives and want to be part of something truly meaningful, we’d love to hear from you. We’re looking for compassionate, resilient, and dedicated individuals to join our growing team across our newly opened children’s homes. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to be a stabilising, trusted adult in a child’s life, every single day. In accordance with Schedule 9, Part 1, of the Equality Act 2010, this role has a Genuine Occupational Requirement for the postholder to be aged 21 years or above. This is an essential and proportionate requirement to ensure the effective and appropriate delivery of the service due to the nature of the duties of the role and the ages and complex needs of the children and young people in our care. About us Right child, right support, right time, every time. Following our June 2025 Ofsted inspection, our Children’s Services were rated ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding’ elements . We are proud to be opening new, purpose-led children’s homes designed around trauma‑informed care, clinical support, and excellent staff development. What makes us different? • As a Local Authority children’s home , we are driven by care, not profit. Our focus is firmly on doing what is right for children. That means every decision, every resource, and every member of staff is dedicated to creating safety, stability and long‑term opportunities for the children who live with us., • Being part of a Local Authority service also means our homes are fully connected to Gloucestershire’s wider support network, giving children seamless access to education, health, therapeutic input, and community resources. It also means you’ll work alongside professionals who share the same values, the same purpose, and the same commitment to children’s futures., • On‑site therapeutic support clinicians guiding trauma‑informed practice, • Advanced Practitioner‑led training and reflective support Each home has a clear purpose: • Short‑term home for younger children transitioning to foster care or returning home, • Long‑term home for older children preparing for independence We are looking for people who are: • passionate about helping children flourish, • empathetic, patient, and resilient, • able to build strong, trusting relationships, • good communicators and collaborative team players, • flexible to work shifts, evenings, weekends, and sleep‑ins Requirements • level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) or an equivalent qualification, or a commitment to achieving the Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare within two years of commencing employment at the home if you do not already have this qualification, • full driving licence and wiliness to drive in the job As a Residential Practitioner, you will: • deliver high‑quality, personalised care, • use trauma‑informed approaches to support emotional healing, • encourage independence, life skills, and positive routines, • work closely with a multidisciplinary team, • support children in education, recreation and personal growth, • respond to challenges with confidence and curiosity Rotas operate over 7 days a week (Monday–Sunday). Staff typically work 2 to 3 long shifts per week, each totalling 16 hours. Example Long Shift Structure Day 1: 10:00am – 11:00pm (shift)+ sleep in (11:00pm – 7:00am), Day 2 - 7:00am – 10:30am (shift continues). Day 3 Off Why join us? Choosing this role means choosing to make a real and lasting difference. Here’s what you can expect: You’ll change lives and see it happen. You’ll witness powerful moments of growth: a child smiling again, trusting again, or feeling safe enough to be themselves. These are the moments that stay with you. You’ll be part of a team that lifts each other up. You won’t face challenges alone. Our teams support one another, reflect together, and celebrate progress, big and small. You’ll receive training that builds confidence and skill. With trauma‑informed training, clinical guidance and continuous development, you’ll grow into a confident, thoughtful practitioner who makes a meaningful impact. You’ll work in homes built to feel safe and welcoming. Our homes are shaped with young people, warm, homely, and filled with opportunities for connection, fun, and healing. Your work will have purpose every day. Every meal shared, every conversation, every walk, every moment of support builds trust, safety and hope. You’ll go home knowing your presence mattered. If you would like to find out more about our Children's Service please take a look here: ___ • Any hours worked between 20.00 – 06.00, weekends and Bank Holidays attract an unsociable payment over and above the basic salary for this post. Candidates will be contacted by phone to arrange a face to face interview at Shire Hall. We reserve the right to close an advertisement earlier than the stated closing date if we receive a suitable number of applications. Under the terms of our Safer Recruitment Policy, if you are invited to interview, we will take up safeguarding references prior to your interview to understand your suitability to work with vulnerable children. These references will then be discussed in your interview. Please give details of at least two referees, one of whom must be your present and/or last employer and the other from a previous employer(s). These will need to cover the last three years of employment/education. In the case of applicants leaving full time education or not having worked since doing so, the Head of School, College or University should be one of the named referees. We do not accept references from friends or family members or workplace colleagues (who are not more senior). To ensure we process your application in a speedy and efficient way, we will contact your referees by DocuSign. Where appropriate, please inform them of your application. Additional Information To access the job profile for this role, please follow the link below:- This Position is subject to a DBS check. Gloucestershire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people or vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an employer of choice, attracting and retaining excellent people to work for us, so that we can best serve all of Gloucestershire’s diverse communities. Our promise to you is that we will provide an inclusive and supportive working environment that enables you to bring your whole self to work and realise your full potential. It is a legal requirement, under the Immigration Act 2016, that anyone appointed to a ‘customer facing role’ must be able to demonstrate an ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in fluent English. Hybrid working arrangements are available for the majority of our roles, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice, with a mix of both remote and office working.

Children's Home Residential Practitioner - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Children's Home Residential Practitioner, • Job Location: Shire Hall, • Salary: £30,024 - £32,597 per annum (plus enhanced pay for unsociable hours and sleep-in allowance), • Hours per Week: 37, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date: 03/05/2026, • Job Requisition Number: 13982 Are you driven by purpose? Do you believe every child deserves safety, love, and the chance to thrive? If you're passionate about transforming lives and want to be part of something truly meaningful, we’d love to hear from you. We’re looking for compassionate, resilient, and dedicated individuals to join our growing team across our newly opened children’s homes. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to be a stabilising, trusted adult in a child’s life, every single day. In accordance with Schedule 9, Part 1, of the Equality Act 2010, this role has a Genuine Occupational Requirement for the postholder to be aged 21 years or above. This is an essential and proportionate requirement to ensure the effective and appropriate delivery of the service due to the nature of the duties of the role and the ages and complex needs of the children and young people in our care. About us Right child, right support, right time, every time. Following our June 2025 Ofsted inspection, our Children’s Services were rated ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding’ elements . We are proud to be opening new, purpose-led children’s homes designed around trauma‑informed care, clinical support, and excellent staff development. What makes us different? • As a Local Authority children’s home , we are driven by care, not profit. Our focus is firmly on doing what is right for children. That means every decision, every resource, and every member of staff is dedicated to creating safety, stability and long‑term opportunities for the children who live with us., • Being part of a Local Authority service also means our homes are fully connected to Gloucestershire’s wider support network, giving children seamless access to education, health, therapeutic input, and community resources. It also means you’ll work alongside professionals who share the same values, the same purpose, and the same commitment to children’s futures., • On‑site therapeutic support clinicians guiding trauma‑informed practice, • Advanced Practitioner‑led training and reflective support Each home has a clear purpose: • Short‑term home for younger children transitioning to foster care or returning home, • Long‑term home for older children preparing for independence We are looking for people who are: • passionate about helping children flourish, • empathetic, patient, and resilient, • able to build strong, trusting relationships, • good communicators and collaborative team players, • flexible to work shifts, evenings, weekends, and sleep‑ins Requirements • level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) or an equivalent qualification, or a commitment to achieving the Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare within two years of commencing employment at the home if you do not already have this qualification, • full driving licence and wiliness to drive in the job As a Residential Practitioner, you will: • deliver high‑quality, personalised care, • use trauma‑informed approaches to support emotional healing, • encourage independence, life skills, and positive routines, • work closely with a multidisciplinary team, • support children in education, recreation and personal growth, • respond to challenges with confidence and curiosity Rotas operate over 7 days a week (Monday–Sunday). Staff typically work 2 to 3 long shifts per week, each totalling 16 hours. Example Long Shift Structure Day 1: 10:00am – 11:00pm (shift)+ sleep in (11:00pm – 7:00am), Day 2 - 7:00am – 10:30am (shift continues). Day 3 Off Why join us? Choosing this role means choosing to make a real and lasting difference. Here’s what you can expect: You’ll change lives and see it happen. You’ll witness powerful moments of growth: a child smiling again, trusting again, or feeling safe enough to be themselves. These are the moments that stay with you. You’ll be part of a team that lifts each other up. You won’t face challenges alone. Our teams support one another, reflect together, and celebrate progress, big and small. You’ll receive training that builds confidence and skill. With trauma‑informed training, clinical guidance and continuous development, you’ll grow into a confident, thoughtful practitioner who makes a meaningful impact. You’ll work in homes built to feel safe and welcoming. Our homes are shaped with young people, warm, homely, and filled with opportunities for connection, fun, and healing. Your work will have purpose every day. Every meal shared, every conversation, every walk, every moment of support builds trust, safety and hope. You’ll go home knowing your presence mattered. If you would like to find out more about our Children's Service please take a look here: ___ • Any hours worked between 20.00 – 06.00, weekends and Bank Holidays attract an unsociable payment over and above the basic salary for this post. Candidates will be contacted by phone to arrange a face to face interview at Shire Hall. We reserve the right to close an advertisement earlier than the stated closing date if we receive a suitable number of applications. Under the terms of our Safer Recruitment Policy, if you are invited to interview, we will take up safeguarding references prior to your interview to understand your suitability to work with vulnerable children. These references will then be discussed in your interview. Please give details of at least two referees, one of whom must be your present and/or last employer and the other from a previous employer(s). These will need to cover the last three years of employment/education. In the case of applicants leaving full time education or not having worked since doing so, the Head of School, College or University should be one of the named referees. We do not accept references from friends or family members or workplace colleagues (who are not more senior). To ensure we process your application in a speedy and efficient way, we will contact your referees by DocuSign. Where appropriate, please inform them of your application. Additional Information To access the job profile for this role, please follow the link below:- This Position is subject to a DBS check. Gloucestershire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people or vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an employer of choice, attracting and retaining excellent people to work for us, so that we can best serve all of Gloucestershire’s diverse communities. Our promise to you is that we will provide an inclusive and supportive working environment that enables you to bring your whole self to work and realise your full potential. It is a legal requirement, under the Immigration Act 2016, that anyone appointed to a ‘customer facing role’ must be able to demonstrate an ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in fluent English. Hybrid working arrangements are available for the majority of our roles, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice, with a mix of both remote and office working.

A community healthcare provider seeks Registered Nurses to join their aged care service in Gloucester. The ideal candidate will have experience in palliative care, strong communication skills, and must hold current registration under AHPRA. This role involves providing high quality person-centred ca

The Early Years Educator will provide care and education to children aged from 3 months to 5 years, ensuring they achieve the best possible start in life. A leading health and wellbeing organization is seeking an Early Years Educator to work at Nuffy Bear Nursery in Gloucester.

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant (TA) - Gloucester Mainstream Primary School ASAP Start Are you passionate about supporting children with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and helping pupils with special educational needs (SEN) reach their full potential? A welcoming and inclusive mainstream primary school in Gloucester is seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with additional needs. The school prides itself on its nurturing, supportive environment, where every child is valued, understood, and encouraged to succeed both academically and emotionally. Academics is looking for someone who is patient, compassionate, and committed to making a meaningful difference in a child's school experience. Key Responsibilities: Provide tailored 1:1 support for a pupil with an EHCP, adapting strategies to meet their individual learning, emotional, and developmental needs Support the pupil's engagement and inclusion within the classroom and wider school activities Implement strategies aligned with the pupil's EHCP targets, supporting progress and independence Foster a safe, positive, and trusting relationship with the pupil Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider support team Communicate effectively with staff and parents to monitor progress and wellbeingRequirements: Experience working with children aged 4-11 Previous experience supporting pupils with SEN and/or EHCPs A caring, calm, and adaptable approach Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply) Ability to provide two recent professional referencesWhy Apply? Join a supportive school environment with strong SEN provision Make a genuine impact on a child's educational journey Ideal for graduates, aspiring teachers, or experienced TAs looking to specialise in SENOpportunity to develop valuable skills within a rewarding education setting If you're ready to make a difference and support a child in reaching their potential, apply today by submitting your CV for this 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant role in Gloucester. 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant (TA) - Gloucester

Support Worker Location Matson - Gloucester Salary £12.79 per hour Permanent | Full-time | 36 hours Please note: We are unable to consider Skilled Worker or Student Visa applicants for this role ‘Extraordinary Days, Every Day’ At CareTech, we are committed to delivering Extraordinary Days, Every Day through high-quality, person-centred care. Our focus is on empowering independence, building confidence and life skills, and supporting people to live fulfilling lives in environments that best suit their needs. We are recruiting Support Workers to join our service in Matson, Gloucester, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. Whether you’re new to care or experienced, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding, long-term career - any truly make a difference! About the Service – Matson House Matson House is a registered residential care service, supporting adults aged 18+ in a safe, structured, and supportive environment. The service promotes independence, choice, and wellbeing through tailored, person-centred support. Service User Interests The people we support enjoy a wide range of activities, and Support Workers play a vital role in enabling these experiences, including: Arts and crafts Days out such as Theme Parks, Meals out, Social activities, Christmas markets etc. Holidays and short breaks Walks in the local park and community Cooking and baking to develop life skillsThe Role You will: Deliver person-centred support in line with individual support plans Assist with daily living skills and personal care where required Promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing Support activities, appointments, and community access Maintain accurate records and work effectively as part of a team Work a rota including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-insWho We’re Looking For We’re seeking people who are caring, patient, and respectful, with a positive and resilient approach. You should be confident working independently and within a team, have good communication skills, basic IT and written abilities, and be flexible and reliable. No previous experience? No problem! If you have the passion, we’ll provide full training and a structured induction programme. Requirements Willingness to work towards Health & Social Qualification Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis Drivers desirable but not essential Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech)What We Offer Recommend A Friend Bonus Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays Free DBS Check Blue Light Card Stakeholder Pension Free Employee Assistance Programme Annual Employee Awards Evening Employee Recognition Schemes Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grantOur Values Friendly Positive Innovative Empowering Person-Centred???? Apply today to join a friendly, empowering organisation committed to person-centred support and creating Extraordinary Days, Every Day. About CareTech CareTech Community Services Ltd, established in 1994, is one of the largest providers of specialist social care services supporting 5000 adults with a wide range of needs in more than 300 services across the UK. Committed to the highest standards of care and governance, we provide innovative care pathways for vulnerable people to live in community settings. We support people to take control of their lives – this could be finding employment, having an active social life, learning new skills or building self-confidence. CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7–10 days. Some roles may require male or female employees only, where this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. Strictly no agencies

College Additional Needs Learning Support Assistant - Gloucester Full-Time | Term-Time Only | Long-Term Role Immediate Start Available A college in Gloucester is seeking committed and patient SEN Learning Support Assistants to join its dedicated Resources Base, supporting young people aged 16–19 with Autism and additional learning needs. This provision focuses on life skills, communication, independence and real‑world readiness, offering a highly supportive environment where learners can grow in confidence and progress at their own pace. This role is ideal for those with experience in care, SEN, behavioural support, youth work, or for graduates who are passionate about working with neurodiverse young people. About the Role As an SEN Learning Support Assistant, you will: Provide 1:1 and small‑group support to students with Autism and additional needs Assist with life‑skills sessions, including social skills and independence tasks Support learners in classroom activities, practical workshops and community‑based sessions Promote communication, routine, emotional regulation and confidence Work alongside teachers, SEN staff and therapists to deliver tailored support Help maintain a calm, structured and autism‑friendly learning environment Encourage positive relationships, resilience and self‑esteem Learners may require support with communication differences, social interaction, sensory needs, emotional regulation and understanding of day‑to‑day tasks. Who We Are Looking For Applications are welcomed from individuals with experience in: Adult or child care SEN or classroom support Youth work, mentoring or residential care Mental health or wellbeing roles Support work with Autism or communication needs We also welcome Psychology, Health & Social Care, Education and Criminology graduates looking to gain valuable experience in a specialist setting. Above all, we are looking for individuals who are: Patient, calm and consistent Confident supporting neurodiverse learners Able to work proactively and independently Passionate about helping young people develop life skills and independence What You Will Receive Weekly pay through PAYE (no umbrella deductions) Full training and ongoing support Access to CPD including Autism Awareness, SEMH support, Safeguarding and Team Teach A dedicated consultant to guide you through the process Opportunity to secure long-term or permanent positions A rewarding role supporting learners as they transition into adulthood Why This Role Is a Great Fit This opportunity is ideal for individuals who: Want to make a difference in the lives of young people with Autism Are interested in SEND, education, care or support work Enjoy practical, hands‑on learning environments Are seeking a stable, long‑term role within a college setting Want meaningful experience for careers in psychology, therapy, teaching or social care This is a highly rewarding role where you will directly contribute to learners’ independence, confidence and future opportunities. Apply Now – SEN Learning Support Assistant (Gloucester) If you are ready to support young people with additional needs in a specialist, forward‑thinking college environment, we would welcome your application. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website