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Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Role: Supervising Social Worker Basic Salary: Up to £38,616.92 per annum - dependent upon experience Contract: Full Time, Permanent Office Location: Chorley. Position is Homebased - with a caseload supporting our foster parents in Manchester and surrounding areas. Benefits • Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, • 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays, • Life Assurance, • Company Pension, • On-site Free Parking, • Employee Discount Scheme, • Medical Cash Plan About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked-after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our head office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Duties Will Include • Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care, • Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of foster parents, ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people, • Ensure that foster parents fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures, • Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards, • Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family, e.g., respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined, • Ensure each child and foster parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation, • Attend meetings and/or provide reports for commissioning teams to address individual packages of care, • Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community, • Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis, • Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F assessments You Must Have • A Social Work qualification, • Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent, • Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing, • A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures, • The willingness and ability to travel extensively, including occasional nights away, • Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations, • Full driving licence Contact For an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Lorna Waite, Fostering Service Manager, on 07795 272123. To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services, Keywords:Adoption Social Worker, Location:Salford, ENG-M3 5ET

SEND Teaching Assistant Location - Stockport (Manchester) (SK8) Pay - GBP500-GBP550 per week, depending on experience Start Date - 01/09/2026 Contract Type - Long-Term, Temp to Perm Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant/Support Worker who is confident working with SEN pupils? Prospero Teaching is working with a Special Needs School in Stockport who are in need of Teaching Assistants across the school. This school supports pupils between 4 - 19 years of age. As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will: · Support pupils on 1:1 and small group basis, helping them to engage in learning and regulate emotions Need to be comfortable providing personal care to pupils · Assist in managing challenging behaviour and sometimes high-risk behaviours, using positive behaviour strategies · Build strong, professional relationships with pupils · Work closely with other staff members, SEN professionals and external agencies to support development Requirements: · Experience working with children or young people Experience working with SEN needs such as severe Autism, Complex Learning Needs and Sensory Impairments Experienced providing personal care · A calm, patient, and resilient approach with the ability to remain composed in challenging situations. · Confidence in setting boundaries and following behaviour management plans consistently. · Flexibility, strong communication skills, and a commitment to safeguarding and student welfare. Psychology, Speech and Language Graduates, Teaching Assistants, Care and Support Workers are ideal for this school TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST: · Hold Right to Work in the UK · Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application · Provide two professional child related references that cover the last two years OTHER If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people. Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate: · Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management · In-house Training and Development Team IND-SEN

Aspire People are working in partnership with a large SEND School in Stockport, SK2. SLT are looking for candidate's with a Sports Coaching background to work as a Teaching Assistant with a number of identified pupils. The school is a SEND School, with a diverse pupils intake, supporting pupils with a range of needs including Social Emotional Mental Health needs. Pupils may exhibit behaviours that challenge so potential candidates need to be confident supporting those with SEMH needs, be resilient in their approach and committed and passionate about understanding the 'bigger picture'. Pupils follow a curriculum pathway and need support to support their engagement, emotional regulation and sensory needs. This role is an ideal opportunity for those who have experience as a Sports Coach or Youth Worker as a natural ability to build relationships with pupils who may be resistant to education is essential and will really help you excel in this role. Training is provide by the school on specific interventions, but a passion and commitment for supporting vulnerable pupils to help them reach their true potential is essential. This is a full time role, 08.20 to 15.30 Monday to Friday term time only, on an ongoing basis starting in September, with the opportunity for permanent employment in the futureWhat Aspire can offer you:Good rates of pay -£95 to £110 depending on experience A full time opportunity in a well established and resourced SEND School, with a supportive staffing team Access to Free CPD A designated consultant to support with every step of the journey All employment is subject to safer recruitment checks, including references and Enhanced DBS. To speak further about this role, please submit your CV in the first instance and the relevant consultant will be in touch to discuss in more depth Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

Our Client, a Greater Manchester council, is seeking a Team Manager to join their Children with Disability Team. \n Fantastic payrate up to £46 per hour! \n Are you a Children’s Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? \n Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity! \n Responsibilities of this role: \n\n • Lead, supervise, and support social workers and practitioners to maintain high-quality practice.\n, • Provide management oversight on complex cases, risk assessments, and decision-making.\n, • Ensure statutory duties are met for CIN, CP, LAC, and other CWD-related processes.\n, • Oversee timely and effective assessments, planning, and reviews to meet children’s needs.\n, • Promote multi-agency collaboration with health, education, and SEND partners.\n, • Monitor team performance, ensuring quality, timeliness, and professional standards.\n, • Support staff development through supervision, coaching, and reflective practice.\n, • Contribute to service improvement and development of CWD pathways and processes.\n\n Requirements of this role \n\n • Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England.\n, • Must have minimum of 3 year's experience working as a Qualified social worker\n\n Benefits of working through Reed, include: \n\n • Dedicated Recruitment Consultant.\n, • Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team.\n, • Free CV building and Interview support.\n, • Free DBS checks.\n, • Weekly payroll.\n, • PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more.\n, • CPD contributions.\n, • Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients.\n, • Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010.\n\n Does this role interest you? Apply today!

Support Worker Team Leader (Criminal Justice Support Services) \n An excellent opportunity for an experienced Team Leader with people management, coaching and stakeholder engagement experience to lead a dedicated support service helping individuals achieve positive life outcomes. \n If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Service Supervisor, Operations Supervisor, Senior Support Worker, Service Coordinator, Community Services Team Leader, Service Team Leader, Support Leader \n \n SALARY: Up to £34,000 per annum (dependent on experience) + Benefits \n LOCATION: Covering the Greater Manchester area \n JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Fixed Term Contract until September 2027 \n WORKING HOURS: 37.5 hours per week \n Please note: A full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle and appropriate business use insurance is required \n \n JOB OVERVIEW \n We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Support Worker Team Leader. \n As a Support Worker Team Leader you will lead, motivate and develop a team delivering high-quality, person-centred support while ensuring contractual performance, safeguarding and operational excellence. \n Working closely with senior management and partner organisations, the Support Worker Team Leader will help drive continuous improvement, develop strong stakeholder relationships and support positive outcomes for the people receiving the service. \n \n APPLY TODAY \n Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review. \n \n DUTIES \n Your duties as the Support Worker Team Leader include: \n\n • Lead Service Delivery: Support the successful operational delivery of the service while maintaining high-quality standards\n, • Manage Employees: Provide effective line management, coaching, supervision and performance support to the team\n, • Develop Partnerships: Build positive working relationships with partner agencies and external stakeholders\n, • Monitor Performance: Ensure contractual targets, KPIs and compliance requirements are achieved\n, • Promote Best Practice: Encourage person-centred approaches and continuous professional development across the team\n, • Support Operational Planning: Assist with implementing operational plans and service improvements\n, • Maintain Compliance: Ensure policies, procedures and safeguarding responsibilities are consistently followed\n, • Prepare Reports: Contribute to operational reporting and performance monitoring as required\n\n \n CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS \n ESSENTIAL \n\n • Previous experience leading, supervising and motivating employees and/or volunteers\n, • Experience building effective working relationships with partner organisations\n, • Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills\n, • Ability to coach, influence and develop high-performing teams\n, • Ability to prioritise workloads, delegate effectively and meet deadlines\n, • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and experience using databases and management systems\n, • Commitment to safeguarding vulnerable adults and maintaining professional standards\n, • Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle and willingness to travel across Greater Manchester\n\n DESIRABLE \n\n • Previous experience within criminal justice, homelessness, substance misuse, mental health or related support services\n, • Personal lived experience, or experience supporting someone affected by offending, addiction, homelessness or mental health challenges\n, • Knowledge of project management principles\n, • Experience interpreting and analysing performance information\n, • Ability to contribute to service development and continuous improvement\n\n \n BENEFITS \n\n • 28 days Annual Leave plus bank holidays with Christmas closure and increased annual leave with length of service\n, • An additional day's leave on your birthday\n, • Dedicated monthly learning time and coaching support\n, • Confidential counselling, legal advice and wellbeing support\n, • Workplace pension and life assurance\n, • Paid volunteering days and employee engagement initiatives\n\n This role requires a DBS Check \n \n HOW TO APPLY \n To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. \n JOB REF: AWDO-C14855 \n Full-Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Greater Manchester, North West England. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. \n AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. \n AWD-IN-SPJ

Our Client, Stockport Council, is seeking a Children’s Social Worker to join their MASH Team. \n This is a Hybrid Working Role! \n Fantastic payrate of £35 per hour! \n Are you a Children's Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity! \n Responsibilities of this role: \n\n • Screen and triage incoming safeguarding referrals to assess risk and appropriate thresholds.\n, • Gather and analyse information from multi-agency partners (police, health, education).\n, • Make timely decisions on appropriate interventions (e.g., early help, Section 17, Section 47).\n, • Undertake rapid safeguarding checks to identify immediate risk of harm.\n, • Provide clear recommendations and ensure swift progression of cases to relevant teams.\n, • Liaise effectively with partner agencies to ensure coordinated safeguarding responses.\n, • Maintain accurate, concise records and decision-making rationale.\n, • Apply relevant legislation, thresholds, and safeguarding procedures.\n, • Ensure the child’s safety and best interests are central to all decisions.\n\n Requirements of this role: \n\n • Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England.\n, • Must have a Social Work qualification (Diploma in social work, social work degree or equivalent)\n, • Must have minimum of 3 years post qualifying experience working as a social worker\n\n Benefits of working through Reed, include: \n\n • Dedicated Recruitment Consultant.\n, • Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team.\n, • Free CV building and Interview support.\n, • Free DBS checks.\n, • Weekly payroll.\n, • PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more.\n, • CPD contributions.\n, • Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients.\n, • Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010.\n\n \n Does this role interest you? Apply today!

Residential Support Worker \n Location: Wythenshawe, with initial travel to Warrington for training. \n Shifts: 24hr (10am-10am), 15hr (7:30am-10:30pm) & 9hr waking nights (10:30pm-07:30am) \n Contracts: Bank Only \n If you want a role where everyday matters and no two days are the same, you’re in the right place. \n We’re looking for people who genuinely care - the kind who show up, step up and make a difference to young people who need stability, support and someone in their corner. \n The role: \n\n • Helping young people feel safe, supported and heard\n, • Building real relationships (the kind that actually make a difference)\n, • Being a positive role model - consistent, fair and encouraging\n, • Supporting daily life: meals, routines, activities, keeping the home running\n, • Encouraging independence, confidence and better choices\n, • Handling tough moments calmly and confidently\n, • Working as part of a solid team that’s got your back\n, • Multi agency working – social workers, CAMHS, LAC nurses\n\n You’ll fit right in if you are: \n\n • Calm under pressure\n, • Resilient - you bounce back and keep going\n, • Straight-talking but kind\n, • Non-judgemental and genuinely caring\n, • A team player who pulls their weight\n\n The essentials/desirables: \n\n • Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care (or willing to work towards it)\n, • Willing to complete an enhanced DBS\n, • A full UK Driving Licence (desirable)\n\n Extra credit if you’ve got: \n\n • Experience working with young people or residential care experience\n, • Knowledge of the sector\n\n \n Full job description sent over at screening stage.

Our client, a Greater Manchester Council is seeking a Children's Social Worker to join their MASH Team. \n Fantastic payrate of £39 per hour! \n Are you a Children's Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity! \n Responsibilities of this role: \n\n • Triaging incoming safeguarding referrals and completing initial risk assessments to determine required intervention levels.\n, • Gathering and analysing information from key partner agencies including health, education, police, and early help.\n, • Applying local threshold guidance to decide pathways such as Level 2, 3 or 4 intervention, early help, statutory action, or signposting.\n, • Maintaining accurate, confidential records in line with GDPR and statutory safeguarding procedures.\n, • Offering safeguarding advice and consultation to multi-agency professionals.\n, • Participating in multi-agency strategy discussions to support coordinated safeguarding responses.\n, • Ensuring timely decision-making that prioritises the safety and welfare of children and young people.\n\n Requirements of this role: \n\n • Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England.\n, • Must have minimum of 3 year's experience working as a Qualified social worker\n\n Benefits of working through Reed, include: \n\n • Dedicated Recruitment Consultant.\n, • Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team.\n, • Free CV building and Interview support.\n, • Free DBS checks.\n, • Weekly payroll.\n, • PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more.\n, • CPD contributions.\n, • Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients.\n, • Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010.\n\n Does this role interest you? Apply today!

Our client Manchester city council is looking for a Adults Senior Social Worker to join their Early Support team. \n Key Role Accountabilities: \n\n • Be responsible for carrying out social work duties, including care co-ordination, in relation to the most complex cases requiring the highest levels of skills, knowledge, and professional expertise.\n, • Undertake a key role in cooperation with partners and stakeholders to ensure safeguarding processes and procedures are in place to protect individuals.\n, • Identify, challenge and develop solutions to any possible safeguarding risks for vulnerable residents of the city.\n, • Work in conjunction with and provide consultation to partner agencies to deliver effective planning to ensure positive outcomes for vulnerable residents of Manchester. This will include representing the City Council at a range of meetings, proceedings and reviews as required.\n, • Actively engage in team and service development including the promotion of innovative and new ideas and techniques to improve service performance and outcomes.\n, • Efficiently prepare and produce high quality documentation and reports and contribute to effective data recording in accordance with statutory accountabilities and timescales to improve outcomes and the safeguarding of individuals.\n, • Proactively establish, develop and maintain relationships with partner agencies and stakeholders to provide individuals with the opportunity to access suitable services which will assist them in achieving their agreed goals.\n, • Personal commitment to continuous self-development and service improvement. Through personal example, open commitment and clear action, ensure diversity is positively valued, resulting in equal access and treatment in employment, service delivery and communications.\n\n Benefits of working with Remedy \n\n • A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant.\n, • Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs\n, • Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed.\n, • Double payrolls each week.\n\n \n *Terms & Conditions apply \n You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. \n Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.

Local Authority Senior Lawyer (Children & Families Legal), Manchester Pay rate £60 per hour Contract role, Legal Services Department Pertemps are recruiting for an experienced Senior Lawyer (Children & Families Legal) in the Manchester area We are currently seeking a Senior Lawyer (Children & Families Legal) to join the Legal Services Department at Manchester City Council. The role involves:\n\n • Working within our Public Law subgroup, managing a busy caseload primarily consisting of Section 31 and DoLS matters. \n\n\n, • You will be supported by a Legal Officer (two Lawyers to one Legal Officer), who will assist with drafting documents, requesting evidence, seeking instructions, and other case management tasks. In addition, we have a dedicated Children’s Business Support team that manages bundling and administrative responsibilities. \nContract Details:\n\n, • Duration: 6 months and likely to be extended \n\n\n, • Working Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday) \n\n\n, • Lunch Break: 30 minutes (unpaid) \n\n\n, • Working Arrangement: While some office presence would be preferred, we are open to fully remote arrangements \n\n\n, • Location: Town Hall Extension \n\n\n, • Pay Rate: £60 per hour \nQualifications/Experience Required:\n\n, • CILEX with Advocacy Certificate \n\n\n, • Barrister with Litigation Conduct Authorisation \n\n\n, • Solicitior \n\n\n, • Practicing Certificate \nPlease get in touch for more information. This is an agency post and Pertemps can offer you:- \n\n, • A Dedicated consultant who has access to all roles across the UK and is available for you to speak to \n\n\n, • An easy registration process (all done online) \n\n\n, • Referral schemes and incentives \n\n\n, • Ongoing compliance managed for you \n\n\n, • Prompt and reliable payroll and lots more. \nPlease contact Graham Leatham on or email for more information. We recruit across all areas of Qualified Social Work. If you are a Social Worker and this isn’t the role for you, contact us about other roles including IRO, BIA, MASH, LAC, Children’s Social Work, Adult Social Work, Service Manager, Head of Service, Team Manager and Assistant Team Manager

Qualified Social Worker, Urgent Care Team, Trafford Council Pay rate to £32 per hour Vitalis are recruiting for experienced Social Worker to work in an Urgent Care Team in Trafford Council. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Practitioner to join the Adult Social Care Urgent Care Team.This role requires experience in supervising and/or managing staff within a social care setting. It is key to the development of a high-performing team that works effectively with individuals, families, and partner agencies.We are seeking candidates with a strong knowledge of relevant legislation and a well-developed understanding of the issues facing adults with care and support needs, as well as their carers and families.The postholder will work with adults and families and will undertake responsibilities including allocation of work, chairing strategy meetings, staff supervision, and deputising for the Team Manager. The role plays an important part in driving quality and performance, promoting outstanding practice, and ensuring the best possible outcomes for individuals.About you - As a Senior Practitioner, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centred practice. You will provide advanced professional leadership, guidance, and support to colleagues, ensuring practice is safe, effective, and aligned with statutory responsibilities and best practice standards.This role includes complex casework, decision-making, practice development, and elements of operational and line management responsibility.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:\n\n • Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)\n, • Best Interest Assessor (BIA)\n, • Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)\n, • Looked After Children (LAC)\n, • Children’s Social Work\n, • Adult Social Work\n, • Service Manager\n, • Head of Service\n, • Team Manager\n, • Assistant Team Manager\n, • A wide range of housing roles\n, • Careers in SEND in local authorities\n 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.

Housing Support WorkerOldhamFull time hours (Wednesday - Sunday)£15.33 per hour + holiday pay Temporary contract Our clientMorgan Hunt are working with a homelessness charity that provides accommodation and day support services to people who are homeless or in housing need. They offer a safe environment where people can develop their skills and independence to empower change.We are looking to recruit a Housing Support Worker across their supported housing services in Oldham. This is a full time post working 37 hours per week and is temporary role. Working hours are Wednesday - Friday 12:00 - 20:00 and Saturday and Sunday 10am - 4pm.The roleAs a Housing Support Worker, you will be responsible for.· Encouraging and assisting service users, via support plans, to develop themselves and their independence within the service or by moving on.· Working in consultation with other members of the staff team and to liaise with the staff of other projects.· Ensuring the upkeep and the security of the building and taking responsibility for any cash and equipment under your control.· Carrying out regular key-working sessions with service users at the agreed period, to meet their individual needs and keep comprehensive records of all contacts made.· Issuing warnings and taking appropriate action to promote the health, safety and welfare of all service users in line with policy and procedures.· Supporting individuals in a way that is trauma informed and solution focused and promotes resilience.· The efficient keeping of appropriate records including case notes, support plans, financial and administrative records.The candidate· Experience of supporting those experiencing homelessness and / or other vulnerabilities i.e poor mental health, substance misuse, offending behaviour.· A flexible approach to work as you will be required to work between projects where needed.· Experience of lone working within an accommodation-based service.· Experience of managing a caseload, completing assessments and support plans to achieve positive outcomes.· A good understanding of safeguarding and what to do if any safeguarding concerns arise.· As a Project Worker you will need an Enhanced DBS on the update service.For more information or to apply for this role, please contact Annabelle on . \n Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Qualified Social Worker, Team Manager, Fostering Team, Tameside Council Pay rate to £46 per hour Vitalis are recruiting for experienced Social Worker to work as a Team Manager in a Fostering Team in Tameside Council. The Team Manager for Fostering Support and Supervision is responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership to the Supervising Social Work Team within Children's Services. The postholder will lead and support a team of Supervising Social Workers to deliver high-quality fostering support and supervision services, ensuring that foster carers receive effective guidance and support and that children achieve positive outcomes in safe and stable placements.The role focuses on the effective management and development of fostering support and supervision services, ensuring that foster carers receive the guidance, training and support required to meet the needs of children and young people in their care. The Team Manager will ensure that all work is delivered in line with fostering regulations, statutory guidance, council policies and professional standards. 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:\n\n • Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)\n, • Best Interest Assessor (BIA)\n, • Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)\n, • Looked After Children (LAC)\n, • Children’s Social Work\n, • Adult Social Work\n, • Service Manager\n, • Head of Service\n, • Team Manager\n, • Assistant Team Manager\n, • A wide range of housing roles\n, • Careers in SEND in local authorities\n 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.

Qualified Social Worker, Adult Learning Disability Team, Manchester City Council Pay rate to £30 per hourContract roleVitalis are recruiting for experienced Social Worker to work in a Duty/MASH Team in St Helens Council.We require an experienced social worker to join a dynamic team of social workers/social care assessor to support adults with learning disability. Individuals need to be able to work in a busy environment and offer support to their peer group whilst taking their own initiative on case progression.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)\n\n • Best Interest Assessor (BIA)\n, • Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)\n, • Looked After Children (LAC)\n, • Children’s Social Work\n, • Adult Social Work\n, • Service Manager\n, • Head of Service\n, • Team Manager\n, • Assistant Team Manager\n, • A wide range of housing roles\n, • Careers in SEND in local authorities\nLet 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.

Community Support Worker \n Support high/medium complexity people from the Criminal Justice System to make lasting positive changes through outreach, person-centred support and community engagement. This rewarding role combines relationship building, case management and partnership working to help individuals achieve greater independence. \n If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Housing Support Worker, Outreach Worker, Case Worker, Key Worker, Recovery Support Worker, Support Worker, Engagement Worker \n This role is known internally as an Engagement & Support Worker \n \n SALARY: £26,227 to £28,285 per annum (dependent on experience) + Benefits \n LOCATION: Covering theGreater Manchester area \n JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Fixed Term Contract until September 2027 \n WORKING HOURS: 37.5 hours per week \n Please note: A full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle and appropriate business use insurance is required \n \n JOB OVERVIEW \n We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Community Support Worker. \n As a Community Support Worker you will work with individuals across Greater Manchester, providing one-to-one support, outreach and practical guidance to help them overcome barriers and achieve positive outcomes. \n Working with a small caseload, the Community Support Worker will build trusted relationships, develop person-centred support plans, coordinate services with partner organisations and encourage people to become more confident, resilient and independent. \n \n APPLY TODAY \n Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review. \n \n DUTIES \n Your duties as the Community Support Worker include: \n\n • Build Trusted Relationships: Develop positive, professional relationships that encourage engagement and lasting change\n, • Provide Person-Centred Support: Deliver one-to-one support, outreach and practical guidance within community settings\n, • Complete Assessments and Support Plans: Produce outcome-focused assessments and co-produced support plans\n, • Coordinate Partner Services: Work alongside health, criminal justice, housing and community organisations to ensure individuals receive appropriate support\n, • Maintain Accurate Records: Update case management systems and complete reports within required timescales\n, • Promote Independence: Encourage confidence, resilience and access to employment, education and community opportunities\n, • Manage Risk Safely: Complete dynamic risk assessments and follow lone working and health and safety procedures\n\n \n CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS \n ESSENTIAL \n\n • Ability to quickly build rapport while maintaining professional boundaries\n, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills\n, • Commitment to promoting independence, dignity and informed choice\n, • Previous experience maintaining accurate records and performance information\n, • Competent using Microsoft Office applications\n, • Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle and appropriate business use insurance\n\n DESIRABLE \n\n • Previous experience within criminal justice, homelessness, substance misuse or mental health services\n, • Personal experience, or experience supporting someone close to you, relating to offending, addiction, homelessness or mental health\n, • Ability to motivate and empower individuals to achieve positive outcomes\n\n \n BENEFITS \n\n • 28 days Annual Leave plus bank holidays with Christmas closure and increased annual leave with length of service\n, • An additional day's leave on your birthday\n, • Dedicated monthly learning time and coaching support\n, • Confidential counselling, legal advice and wellbeing support\n, • Workplace pension and life assurance\n, • Paid volunteering days and employee engagement initiatives\n\n This role requires a DBS Check \n \n HOW TO APPLY \n To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. \n JOB REF: AWDO-C14854 \n Full-Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Greater Manchester, North West England. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. \n AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. \n AWD-IN-SPJ \n \n

Aspire People are working in partnership with a large Primary School in Wythenshawe, South Manchester. SLT are looking for a Youth Support Worker to work as a SEND Teaching Assistant with a number of identified pupils across Key Stage 2. The school is a large multi form entry Primary School, with a diverse pupils intake. The school is well resourced to support pupils with SEND, with a provision on site for pupils with Social Emotional Mental Health needs. The ideal candidate will be working with a number of identified pupils with SEMH needs, and other complex needs, across Key Stage 2. Pupils may exhibit behaviours that challenge so potential candidates need to be confident supporting those with SEMH needs, be resilient in their approach and committed and passionate about understanding the 'bigger picture'. You would be working with the pupils on a timetable basis, delivering 1:1 interventions to help support their engagement with core subjects.This role is an ideal opportunity for those who have experience in Youth work, Sports Coaching or have a degree in Psychology, Criminology or Youth Studies. Training is provide by the school on specific interventions, but a passion and commitment for supporting vulnerable pupils to help them reach their true potential is essential. This is a full time role, 08.20 to 15.30 Monday to Friday term time only for the duration of the full academic yearWhat Aspire can offer you:Good rates of pay -£90 to £110 depending on experience A full time opportunity in a South Manchester Primary School Access to Free CPD A designated consultant to support with every step of the journey All employment is subject to safer recruitment checks, including references and Enhanced DBS. To speak further about this role, please submit your CV in the first instance and the relvent consultant will be in touch to discuss in more depth Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

SGO - Co Ordinator Social Worker \n Location: Salford \n Salary: £39,152 - £46,142 per annum \n An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Social Worker position in the Special Guardianship Service within the Salford Fostering Service as a full-time permanent post. \n We are a friendly and stable team working with children and families who have special guardianship orders. We work closely with Special Guardians, birth parents and children, and their support networks - offering advice, guidance and therapeutic-informed support to sustain placements. We are a small team sitting within the wider Fostering Service and work across the service to achieve positive outcomes for all Foster carers and Special Guardians. \n We cover the local authority area, currently through a combination of office based and home working arrangements, in line with Salford City Council guidance. You will be office based for the duration of the induction period. You will have access to the Co-wheels car club. There is a requirement to be able to work outside the local authority area where carers reside elsewhere in England. \n This Social Worker role is a great opportunity for someone who wishes to contribute to the development of Special Guardianship services in Salford. You will receive a comprehensive office based induction and be supported through regular 1:1 supervision, Personal Development reviews, regular team and service meetings, and access to learning and development opportunities. \n The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills and ability to manage and prioritise their own caseload, whilst working as a member of the team. You will need to be qualified and professionally registered as a social worker, have knowledge of current legislation and regulations, and have demonstrated your experience and abilities in respect of working in partnership with children, young people, families and partner agencies. \n You will support the team by responding to and undertaking a variety of contacts and referrals and assessments, including Fostering Duty; providing advice and information to colleagues and external professionals; collaboratively working using the Family Partnership Model within the Local Authority. Your role is to support placements for children and young people, including: working with complex families who may be in the child in need, child protection, and legal arenas; completing special guardianship assessments of applicants; co-ordinating support arrangements and adoption support fund applications; undertaking annual reviews of support plans; delivering workshops, training, and facilitating support groups; and making onward referrals. You will need to understand the support needs and legislation that applies to SGO families who live in England, the UK, and internationally. \n The role will require you to complete support needs assessments to identify areas of support for families. You will need to be flexible and able to undertake visits and attend multi-agency meetings. You will attend court and be skilled in completing assessments and reports for court. \n We are looking for applicants who will be confident in working with children and young people in sometimes difficult situations, their carers, birth parents, and other professionals. You will have knowledge of therapeutic parenting or have a willingness to learn about this style of parenting, and be able to offer proactive support and reflection regarding children’s presentation and behaviours linking to attachment, secure base and trauma related theory. \n Our commitment to you is a competitive package, outstanding support from experienced managers, a manageable workload, regular supervision, quality training and the opportunity to build on your strengths and develop your skills. Ofsted published the recent inspection report, and Salford’s Children’s Services has been rated overall as ‘Good’, but with an ‘Outstanding’ rating for our care leaver support and ‘Outstanding’ for leadership. \n Please be aware that this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years or 12 months or more (whether continuously or in total) in the last 10 years whilst aged 18 or over, please refer to the Gov website for details for how to obtain your Certificates of Good Character. \n Privacy Statement and Data Protection \n Our core data protection obligations and commitments are set out in the council’s primary Recruitment and Employment Privacy Notice which can be found on our website. \n To Apply \n If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Salford Fostering Service, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Senior / Principal Electrical Building Services Engineer page is loaded## Senior / Principal Electrical Building Services Engineerlocations: GB.Manchester.Piccadilly: GB.Glasgow.2 Atlantic Square York Streettime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-155972### Job Description## OverviewCreate places and spaces that matter.AtkinsRéalis is one of the world's most respected design, engineering, and project management consultancies, with over 50,000 employees worldwide. At AtkinsRéalis, we offer more than just a job. We offer an opportunity to make a difference and shape the world to benefit future generations and the natural environment. Drawing upon a diverse skill set and a proven track record of delivery we are playing a leading role in some of the world's most challenging and exciting engineering projects across sectors including Aviation, Energy, Cities and Development, Education, Transportation and Defense.AtkinsRéalis' Building Design Practice are looking for an experienced, motivated Senior / Principal Electrical Design Engineer seeking to develop their career in a positive environment and join our team where talent is encouraged and growth opportunities unrivalled. We have openings in our new central Manchester office and Glasgow office which presents the opportunity to join a national Building Services team with designers all across the UK and internationally through our Global Technology Centre.This opportunity will involve working as part of a national practice of Building Design professionals delivering engineering design solutions to clients across the UK. This role will encompass a multi-sector experience, but expertise from working within the Commercial, Defence, Energy, Education, Healthcare sectors would be a benefit. You will be working on a diverse range of projects with recent examples including Manchester Digital Campus for the Government Property Agency, Seashell SEND college in Cheadle, New Submarine Manufacturing facilities for BAE systems and the University of Sheffield's MEP designer framework.The opportunity will require candidates to be client-facing as well as being involved in the day-to-day design and management of projects. It is an exciting opportunity for an experienced design engineer to further develop their career within a leading building design consultancy. Our Building Services Engineering team won the "Building Performance Consultancy (over 300 employees)" award at the CIBSE Building Performance Awards 2025.Energy and Carbon are an essential aspect of this position and with the rise in importance of decarbonising the built environment, improving air quality and implementing energy efficient design solutions, our team is expanding to deliver sustainable solutions for our growing portfolio of satisfied clients.Our focus is on developing our staff to realise their full potential, with development plans geared to individual needs and abilities. This role will allow development of existing technical skills as well as providing potential to expand digital skills and project management.Our Practice is committed to developing our ways of working using emerging Digital Technology and the global reach offered by an organization of our size and capability. Our ideal individual will bring strong technical skills to the role, as well as an enquiring mind able to contribute to the growth of our digital practice, and the potential to lead and manage diverse delivery teams, locally and remotely.## Your role*The role of can be varied depending on projects and although not limited, duties are likely to include: Undertake the design and specification of all Electrical Building Services systems from concept through to detailed design - power, earthing, lighting, life safety, telecoms, security, access control, lifts, lightning protection etc.* Carry out and support others, in the production of detailed calculations using industry standard software tools including Excel, Amtech, Dialux/Relux.* Preparing technical specifications, design reports and presentations.* Collaborate with our BIM team to prepare models and drawings, with a working understanding of Revit.* Representing AtkinsRéalis at meetings with clients and other professionals.* Condition surveys, inspections and monitoring of installation and commissioning.* Managing own workload, Ensure projects are delivered excellently with agreed deadlines and budgets.* Assist with technical development of junior team members.## About you* Relevant experience of Building Services Engineering and an interest in design excellence for building design.* A natural curiosity and an interest in exploring the new ways of working.* Degree qualified, or equivalent qualification, in Building Services Engineering / Electrical Engineering or related subjects.* Working towards, or a Chartered Member of IET, CIBSE or equivalent body.* Working experience of common calculation software such as Amtech/Prodesign, Dialux/Relux, NBS and Microsoft packages. Knowledge of High Voltage design tools would also be beneficial.* Detailed knowledge of UK technical standards and codes of practice.* Familiar with energy reduction methods and approaches to decarbonising new and existing buildings.Understanding of energy and carbon related data capture and analytics.* Competent in designing for measurement and verification, including experience of commissioning and post installation evaluation of performance.## Rewards & benefitsExplore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.## About AtkinsRéalisWe're, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.## Additional informationSecurity clearanceThis role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.#LI-INFRASTRUCTURE | #LI-UK### Worker TypeEmployee### Job TypeRegular*At* *AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.* #J-18808-Ljbffr

Qualified Social Workers Only \n \n Job Title: Fostering Supervising Social Worker \n Location: Trafford, Manchester \n Job Types: Permanent \n Working Hours: 37.5 Hours Per Week Monday - Friday \n Pay: Up to £42,400.00 per year to include car allowance \n Participation in out-of-hours rota: Yes \n Annual Leave Entitlement: 30 days (plus birthday) \n Responsible To: Registered/Deputy Manager \n \n Supporting Foster Carers. Transforming Lives. \n \n If you are an experienced, committed Registered Social Worker who wants to join one of the UK’s leading family-owned Ofsted Outstanding fostering providers and help shape better futures for children and young people, please apply today. \n \n As a Supervising Social Worker with Swiis, you will work closely with foster carers to ensure safe, nurturing, stable foster families for children and young people. This is a varied, rewarding role where no two days are the same. \n \n Core responsibilities include: \n \n Support & Supervision \n 1. Managing and supervising a caseload of foster carers. \n 1. Ensuring homes provide safe and nurturing environments. \n 1. Delivering high‑quality supervision, guidance, and support visits. \n 1. Assisting foster carers to evidence their competencies and complete TSD workbooks. \n 1. Supporting annual foster carer reviews and presenting to panel. \n 1. Identifying training needs and contributing to workshops and support groups. \n 1. Helping foster carers prepare young people for semi‑independent or independent living. \n 1. Participating in the Out‑of‑Hours rota. \n \n Safeguarding & Care Planning \n 1. Working closely with local authorities to meet children’s needs. \n 1. Ensuring care plans, placement plans, PEPs and pathway plans are up‑to‑date. \n 1. Completing individual risk assessments and safe caring plans. \n 1. Maintaining accurate case recordings within required timeframes. \n 1. Ensuring compliance with all regulations and child safeguarding procedures. \n 1. Attending relevant meetings, activities and events to support children and foster carers. \n \n Administration & Compliance \n 1. Maintaining accurate, GDPR‑compliant records. \n 1. Managing all documentation, reporting and database tasks effectively. \n 1. Ensuring timely processing of incidents and notifications. \n Additional Responsibilities \n 1. Demonstrating Swiis core values in all aspects of work. \n 1. Participating in ongoing training and professional development. \n 1. Maintaining awareness of health & safety, equality and diversity policies. \n 1. Driving responsibilities where applicable (vehicle upkeep, safety, insurance, etc.). \n \n Benefits \n · Competitive annual salary of up to £42,000 to inclusive of a car allowance \n · 30 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (plus birthday off) \n · Excellent Private Dental and Healthcare Scheme available* \n · Company Pensions Scheme with options to increase contributions \n · Life Assurance benefit of up to 3 times your annual salary paid to your beneficiaries \n · Additional payments for Out of Hours support \n · Excellent training and career progression opportunities in a growing organisation \n \n About Swiis: \n \n Swiis Foster Care is a national leading Independent Fostering Agency with consistently Outstanding Ofsted inspections due in part to the high-quality service provided to our foster carers and children and young people in our care. Swiis Foster Care is a family-owned independent fostering provider which has been operating for over twenty five years. Swiis Foster Care is a continuously expanding company and offers significant development opportunity for the right candidate. \n \n Apply now \n \n If you believe that you have the appropriate experience and ambition to work for one of the finest Independent Foster Care Agencies in the UK and have the desire to really improve outcomes for children and young people looked after, then please submit an up-to-date CV detailing a full employment history. \n \n Swiis is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to ensuring that our staff have excellent working conditions and genuine career opportunities. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all employees to share this commitment and undertake the appropriate checks which will include an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service Check.

Supervising Social Worker - Kinship Fostering Team 📍 Manchester City Council 💰 Up to £35 per hour 📅 Full-Time | Ongoing Contract 🏆 Work for an Outstanding Local Authority Make a Lasting Difference for Children Manchester City Council's Children's Services have been rated Outstanding by OFSTED, and we are currently looking for an experienced Supervising Social Worker to join the highly regarded Kinship Fostering Team. This is a rewarding opportunity to play a vital role in helping children remain connected to their families by assessing, supporting and developing kinship foster placements that provide stability, safety and positive outcomes. If you have strong assessment skills, fostering experience and a passion for supporting children within their wider family network, we'd love to hear from you. The Role As a Supervising Social Worker within the Kinship Fostering Team, you will: Complete comprehensive kinship fostering assessments Undertake court-directed assessments and prepare high-quality reports Assess the suitability of family members and connected persons as foster carers Provide ongoing support, supervision and guidance to approved kinship carers Work closely with children's social workers, legal teams and multi-agency partners Ensure compliance with fostering regulations, legislation and safeguarding procedures Participate in the duty rota as required What We're Looking For To be successful in this role, you will have: ✅ Social Work England Registration ✅ Qualified Social Worker (Degree, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent) ✅ Experience within Fostering, Kinship, Connected Persons or Family & Friends Assessments ✅ Strong report-writing and assessment skills ✅ Sound knowledge of fostering legislation, safeguarding and child protection procedures ✅ Ability to manage competing priorities and court timescales effectively ✅ Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle Why Join Manchester City Council? 🌟 Work within an Outstanding Ofsted-rated authority 🌟 Competitive hourly rate of up to £35 per hour 🌟 Stable ongoing contract 🌟 Supportive management structure 🌟 Opportunity to specialise within Kinship and Connected Persons Assessments 🌟 Meaningful and rewarding work improving outcomes for children 🌟 Well-established service with excellent reputation across Greater Manchester Apply Today Whether you're currently working in Fostering, Connected Persons, Family & Friends, Looked After Children, Child Protection or Court Teams, this could be the perfect next step in your social work career. If you're an experienced Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity within an Outstanding Local Authority, apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion. Interviews are being arranged immediately, so early applications are encouraged. Usman Hameed (url removed) (phone number removed) Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

Senior Children's Residential Support Worker – Manchester Salary: Competitive | Location: Manchester | Contract: Temp to Perm (3–4 Months) | Hourly rate before transitioning to Salaried About the Role We are recruiting for experienced and passionate Senior Children's Residential Support Workers to join a children's residential home in Manchester on a temporary to permanent basis. The role is initially offered on a temporary contract of 3–4 months, with a view to transitioning into a permanent position for the right candidate. In this senior role, you will play a key part in providing high-quality, trauma-informed care to young people, supporting their emotional, social, and developmental needs within a safe and nurturing environment. Key Duties and Responsibilities Provide consistent, high-quality care and support to young people in a residential setting in line with Ofsted regulations and the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 Act as a positive role model and mentor to both young people and junior support workers Lead and support shifts in the absence of the Deputy Manager, ensuring the smooth running of the home Develop, implement, and review individual care plans, risk assessments, and placement plans in collaboration with the wider care team Build positive, trusting relationships with young people, promoting their independence, self-esteem, and wellbeing Support young people with daily living activities including education, appointments, activities, and personal care where required Record and maintain accurate, contemporaneous case notes, incident reports, and other documentation to the required standard Attend and contribute to team meetings, supervisions, and multi-agency meetings including LAC reviews and EHCP meetings where appropriate Safeguard and promote the welfare of young people in line with local and national safeguarding procedures Support and mentor junior colleagues, sharing best practice and contributing to a positive team culture Essential Requirements Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) — this is a mandatory requirement and applications without this qualification cannot be considered Full UK driving licence Proven experience working in a children's residential care setting Sound knowledge of safeguarding legislation, Children's Homes Regulations 2015, and Ofsted standards Strong communication, recording, and report-writing skills Ability to work shifts including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins as required Important – Right to Work All applicants must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. What's on Offer Competitive hourly rate during the temporary period Clear pathway to permanent employment for the right candidate Supportive team environment with ongoing training and development The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people If you hold the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, have a full UK driving licence, and are ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply today

Want a career where what you do every day truly matters? As a School Youth Worker, you’ll support young people with SEMH needs to overcome challenges, re-engage with education and reach their full potential. School Youth Worker (full time, temporary) Manchester £450 - £500 per week PAYE (salary is dependent on experience and/or qualifications) Start date: September 2026 The School and Role This specialist school in Manchester is recruiting for a School Youth Worker, supporting students with social, emotional and mental health needs. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone driven to improve outcomes for young people from disadvantaged or challenging backgrounds. As a School Youth Worker, you will provide pastoral, behavioural and emotional support both in the classroom and through targeted interventions. You will help students engage with education, develop positive relationships, and build the skills needed to succeed beyond school. This role is ideal for candidates passionate about youth work, behaviour support, SEMH education, and safeguarding looking to make a positive impact in children’s lives and help shape their future. Requirements (Please Apply Only If You Meet the Below) To be successful in this School Youth Worker role, you will have: Experience supporting children, young people or vulnerable adults, particularly within SEMH, challenging behaviour or youth justice settings A calm, resilient and adaptable approach to supporting pupils with complex emotional and behavioural needs Strong empathy, communication and relationship-building skills, with a proactive and reliable attitude A genuine commitment to improving young people’s wellbeing and educational outcomes in a school or alternative provision environment What we offer As a School Youth Worker and part of our team, you benefit from: Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability). Social and networking events. Pension contributions. CPD to help with your professional development. Access to a dedicated consultant. About us We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators. The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK-employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023. Rated as 'Excellent' by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry leading and world-class levels of employee engagement across the Group We 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. If you are a School Youth Worker based near Manchester who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners then we want to hear from you. #visionsupport

Make a Difference in Mental Health Care –SUPPORT WORKER Positions Available! Are you a Mental Health Support Worker, looking for a dynamic and rewarding career? We are a leading NHS Framework & Private sector supply agency searching for compassionate and Support Workers to join our team! Pertemps Medical Professionals are currently recruiting for Support Workers for our prestigious private client based in Manchester and the surrounding regions; a mixture of shift patterns to include early, lates, long days and nights with competitive rates being offered. If you are looking to travel further afield, we offer Support Worker positions in various locations across London and the Home Counties, including: Essex London Surrey Hertfordshire Buckinghamshire Middlesex And more! Rates Days Approx. £14 Per Hour(PAYE) Dependant on experience & client approval Nights/Sat Approx. £14 Per Hour (PAYE) Dependant on experience & client approval Sundays/bank holidays Approx. £15 Per Hour (PAYE) Dependant on experience & client approval Do you have the right to work in the UK? WE ARE NOT ABLE TO OFFER SPONSORSHIP - PLEASE DO NOT RESPOND IF YOUR APPLICATION REQUIRES SPONSORSHIP This is a crucial requirement for the role. We cannot sponsor visas and applications without the correct right to work documentation or from WHO Red Listed Countries will be deleted. Must be a car driver due to some of the more remote locations. Why Choose Us? Flexible Work Options: Choose full-time or part-time positions to fit your schedule. Variety & Choice: Work in diverse locations and experience different healthcare settings. Fast-Track Registration: Get started quickly with our streamlined registration process. Support & Development: We offer ongoing support for CPD,and mandatory training. Join a Leading Agency: Be part of a trusted and respected agency within the NHS. Ready to Make a Positive Impact? If you're a passionate Support Worker with the right to work in the UK, we want to hear from you! Send your CV today and start your rewarding career in mental health care

Role: Primary Teaching Assistant – Hulme – Up to £550 per Week Location: Hulme, Manchester Start Date: 2nd September 26 Contract: Long-term with Daily Opportunities available. Salary: £462.80 – £550 per week (dependent on experience and scale point). The School & Role Vision for Education is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in schools across Hulme, Manchester. Opportunities are available from September, with earlier start dates considered for suitable candidates. This is a long-term position with additional day-to-day supply opportunities available. As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who require additional support to access learning and achieve their individual goals. You will provide tailored assistance both in and out of the classroom, helping to create a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment. The role may involve supporting pupils with a range of needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, and moderate learning difficulties. You will work on a one-to-one basis and with small groups, helping pupils develop confidence, independence, and engagement in learning. Working alongside teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and other support staff, you will play a key role in helping pupils reach their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally. This role would suit an SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Behaviour Support Assistant, Inclusion Support Worker, Classroom Assistant, or Education Support Worker. Requirements To be considered for this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Hulme, you should have: Experience supporting children or young people with Special Educational Needs in a school, childcare, care, youth work, or support setting, or hold a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification. A genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs and helping them achieve positive outcomes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills when working with pupils, families, and school staff. The ability to build positive relationships and support pupils with varying learning, behavioural, and communication needs. A patient, adaptable, and proactive approach to supporting learning and wellbeing. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff registered with us will undergo thorough interviewing and referencing checks and must hold, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service. What Vision for Education Offer As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive: Excellent daily rates paid weekly through our in-house PAYE payroll system. Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria). Pension contributions (subject to qualifying period). Full compliance with Agency Workers' Regulations (AWR). Free training and professional development opportunities, including Team Teach training, Autism Awareness, Behaviour Management, safeguarding updates, and online webinars. A generous Refer a Friend bonus scheme. Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant throughout your placement. About Vision for Education Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to supporting the learning and development of children and young people. We work with a wide range of primary, secondary, and specialist SEND schools and are proud to be an employer of choice for high-quality education professionals. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds regardless of age, gender, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. How to Apply To apply for this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Hulme, Manchester, please submit your CV today. A member of our specialist education recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity and guide you through the next steps. #visionsupport

Senior Children's Residential Support Worker (CRSW) Location: Greater Manchester Contract: Agency – Hourly Rate Qualification Required: Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (or equivalent NVQ Level 3) We're recruiting for experienced Senior CRSW's to join a children's residential home in Greater Manchester, supporting young people with EBD/SEMH needs within a therapeutic, trauma-informed environment. This is a senior role within the staff team, combining hands-on care and support with a lead position on shift — mentoring junior staff and helping ensure consistently high standards of care across the home. You'll provide direct, high-quality care to children and young people, promoting safety, stability, and positive outcomes day to day. On shift, you'll take the lead, offering guidance and direction to Support Workers and less experienced colleagues, while helping implement individual care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour management strategies. You'll be expected to model best practice in trauma-informed, person-centred care, supporting young people to build independence, resilience, and positive relationships, and responding confidently to challenging behaviour using recognised de-escalation and physical intervention techniques such as Team Teach, MAPA, or PACE. Alongside the care itself, you'll keep accurate, timely records — daily logs, incident reports, and care plan updates — and liaise regularly with external professionals including social workers, education providers, and health services. Safeguarding runs through everything, and you'll play an active role in ensuring the home's practice meets Ofsted regulations and SCCIF standards. As a senior figure within the team, you'll also act as a positive role model, supporting the professional development of junior staff. To be considered, you'll need a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (or NVQ Level 3 equivalent), along with solid experience working in children's residential care, ideally already at Senior or Team Leader level. A strong understanding of safeguarding, LAC processes, and Ofsted requirements is essential, as is experience leading or managing shifts and supporting junior colleagues. You'll need to be confident managing challenging behaviour and de-escalating high-risk situations, with strong communication, organisational, and record-keeping skills to match. A full UK driving licence is desirable depending on the home's requirements, and you'll need an enhanced DBS on the update service, or be willing to apply for one. This is a shift-based role within a residential children's home supporting EBD/SEMH young people, including sleep-ins or waking nights where applicable, working as part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team with a strong safeguarding culture throughout. A competitive hourly rate is on offer - apply with your NVQ level 3 in children's residential and an up-to-date CV to be considered

Our client Manchester city council is looking for a Adults Senior Social Worker to join their Early Support team. Key Role Accountabilities: Be responsible for carrying out social work duties, including care co-ordination, in relation to the most complex cases requiring the highest levels of skills, knowledge, and professional expertise. Undertake a key role in cooperation with partners and stakeholders to ensure safeguarding processes and procedures are in place to protect individuals. Identify, challenge and develop solutions to any possible safeguarding risks for vulnerable residents of the city. Work in conjunction with and provide consultation to partner agencies to deliver effective planning to ensure positive outcomes for vulnerable residents of Manchester. This will include representing the City Council at a range of meetings, proceedings and reviews as required. Actively engage in team and service development including the promotion of innovative and new ideas and techniques to improve service performance and outcomes. Efficiently prepare and produce high quality documentation and reports and contribute to effective data recording in accordance with statutory accountabilities and timescales to improve outcomes and the safeguarding of individuals. Proactively establish, develop and maintain relationships with partner agencies and stakeholders to provide individuals with the opportunity to access suitable services which will assist them in achieving their agreed goals. Personal commitment to continuous self-development and service improvement. Through personal example, open commitment and clear action, ensure diversity is positively valued, resulting in equal access and treatment in employment, service delivery and communications.Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250 per person placed. Double payrolls each week. Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit

Eden Brown are seeking a highly efficient and experienced Domestic Abuse Worker on a 2 month contract situated in Manchester Working for a well known Housing Association your responsibilities for the role as Domestic Abuse Worker: Provide specialist advice, support and practical assistance to customers affected by domestic abuse. Undertake risk assessments and develop safety plans to reduce risk and improve customer safety. Manage a caseload of complex cases, supporting customers to sustain their homes and improve outcomes. Support customers to access appropriate external services, specialist agencies and statutory support. Deliver trauma-informed interventions tailored to individual needs and circumstances. Essentially you will have the following experience: Knowledge of domestic abuse, coercive control, safeguarding, risk assessment and safety planning. Experience of working with vulnerable customers and managing complex cases. Understanding of relevant legislation, guidance and best practice relating to housing, safeguarding and domestic abuse. Ability to build positive relationships with customers, colleagues and partner agencies. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate complex information clearly and sensitively. Strong problem-solving, negotiation and influencing skills. Ability to maintain accurate records and use housing and case management systems effectively. Experience of partnership working and multi-agency case management. Ability to work independently, prioritise workloads and manage competing demands. Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. An Enhanced DBS is required for this role Apply to be considered Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

Accommodation Support Worker (Ad Hoc)Greater Manchester Ad Hoc - flexible \n £15 - £16 per hourMorgan Hunt is looking to speak to candidates who are open to working flexibly on an ad hoc basis, across Greater Manchester. This involves supporting those experiencing / at risk of experiencing homelessness and living within temporary or supported accommodation.As an ad hoc worker, you will have a flexible approach to work, being able to pick up shifts at short notice with the ability to work across a range of shifts including evenings and weekends.The role - Accommodation Support Worker (Ad Hoc)As an Accommodation Support Worker, you will; \n\n • Work to support those who have experienced or are at risk of experiencing homelessness providing long-term housing solutions and ensuring that residents receive appropriate support.\n, • Carrying out assessments of customers referred to the project for accommodation.\n, • Offer advice and advocacy to all customers in accessing support relating to benefits, support agencies and education, employment and resettlement options.\n, • Ensure the smooth running of the accommodation, including property repairs, licensing agreements, health and safety requirements and rent collection.\n, • Preparation of flats including light cleaning duties and maintaining a clean and tidy environment across the accommodation.\n, • Keep accurate, up to date records on all aspects of service provision.\n\n The candidate \n\n • The ability to communicate clearly and effectively taking account of individual need.\n, • The ability to use multiple applications, systems and associated software packages.\n, • The ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.\n, • Knowledge and understanding of the issues affecting people who have experienced homelessness.\n, • Flexible to pick up a variety of shifts including evenings and weekends.\n, • An Enhanced adult and child DBS registered on the update service or to willingness to undertake a DBS check.\n\n For more information about the role of Accommodation Support Worker (Ad Hoc), please contact Annabelle on . \n Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

We are a leading automotive PR agency based in Buckingham, representing some of the most prestigious and innovative brands in the automotive world. Our work is fast-paced, high-profile, and results-driven. We build the systems that drive our clients and their reputation. We are looking for a hard working mid-level Full Stack Developer to join our team. You will be the technical anchor for our digital products, taking ownership of maintaining and enhancing our pre-existing web applications. This is a hands-on role perfect for a developer who enjoys stability, evolving their skillset and building out products. You won't just be churning out code; you will be maintaining critical systems that power our clients operations. You will work closely with our creative and PR teams to ensure our digital tools are functional, robust, secure, and user-friendly. • Maintenance & Optimisation: Take ownership of existing PHP/Laravel projects, performing regular updates, bug fixes, and performance improvements., • Feature Development: Build new features and modules to support growing client needs, specifically utilising FilamentPHP for admin panels and internal tools., • Full Stack Execution: Work across the entire stack, from database management (MySQL) to front-end UI updates (HTML, CSS, JS)., • Quality Assurance: Troubleshoot issues reported by the team or clients and implement long-term tests and fixes., • Collaboration: Communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders (PR managers, creatives) and work as a reliable team player., • PHP & Laravel: Strong commercial experience with modern PHP (8.x) and the Laravel framework., • Front-End: Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and vanilla JavaScript., • Database Management: Experience designing and optimising MySQL databases., • Version Control: Comfortable using Git for version control., • Attitude: A hard worker with a "can-do" mindset who focuses on finding solutions, not just identifying problems., • FilamentPHP: Experience building admin panels or tools using Filament is highly preferred., • The TALL Stack: Experience with TailwindCSS, Alpine.js, and Livewire would be a significant advantage., • Server Management: Basic knowledge of Linux server administration or deployment processes (e.g., GitHub CI/CD processes)., • Team Player: You thrive in a collaborative environment and are happy to support colleagues., • Hard Working: You take pride in your work and are willing to go the extra mile to ensure a project is delivered to a high standard., • Communicates well: You’re able to communicate efficiently with your colleagues and clients and interpret client requirements into an effective task list. Automotive Interest: You don't need to be a "petrolhead," but an appreciation for the automotive industry is a bonus! • Competitive Salary DOE, • Hybrid Working: We offer a balance of three days in our Buckingham office and two days working from home., • Health: Private Health Care scheme. Holiday: 20 days annual leave + Bank Holidays.

Are you a confident and skilled Microsoft IT support worker coming from an outsourced support provider? Do you enjoy a mix of virtual support and would love to move more into on-site hardware/networking field support? Would you like a generous flexible hybrid arrangement with some in office time weekly from a Cambridge, for a company that genuinely makes you feel part of the team? If this rings true and you're perhaps stifled in an office and your current employer only wants you on the phone and doesn't gain benefit from progressing you more into on site field work, then we could have a fantastic role for you. We are partnered with one of the leading Microsoft IT Support companies in Cambridge, looking to hire a confident and capable IT Support Specialist into their growing operation. Our client prides itself on great response times and first-class customer service, so it is vital that you have a friendly, can-do manner and can work well under pressure. They are experiencing strong growth, so for the right candidate there is potential for career progression within the company. As an IT Support Specialist, you will play a crucial role in resolving complex technical issues and providing exceptional IT support to their clients, both on and off-site. You will be able to diagnosing and resolve escalated technical issues that could not be resolved by 1st and 2nd line support, and providing expert-level guidance to junior support staff, assisting them with troubleshooting and problem-solving. But wil also have a can do attitude, helping out with 1st and 2nd tickets where needed to support the needs of the business. You will want to get out more, and the great thing with this role is that you will also travel to client sites to resolve technical issues that cannot be resolved remotely. This can include installing, configuring, and troubleshooting hardware, software, and network components, conducting system audits and providing comprehensive reports on IT environments. In addition you will assist clients with IT infrastructure upgrades, migrations and new system deployments, whilst also providing on-site training to clients as needed. If this is beyond your capability don't worry, you will get to learn on the job from their senior field support technician who will nurture this part of your role. In order to succeed in this role, you must be able to drive, be Microsoft Certified, have a friendly, outgoing nature and be competent at problem solving. This is a Monday to Friday position, normal office working hours with regular social meet ups, the company has a welcoming and relaxed working environment, and is made up of experienced IT professionals with a good sense of humour who you can learn from in order to build your career. Future progression opportunities will be available for candidates with the right attitude and work ethic. If this sounds good please send us your CV today. Zero Surplus is East Anglia's premier recruitment agency, based just outside Cambridge our recruiters source staff for small and international businesses across Northants, Milton Keynes, Cambridgeshire and the East of England. For registration purposes please could you let us know where you are currently based or which locations you are considering as well as your required salary and notice period. Please upload a Microsoft Word version of your CV where possible, excluding text boxes or images. Any data we collect from you will be stored and processed in accordance with Zero Surplus' Privacy Policy.

We’re on the hunt for a passionate, strategic and sharp Account Director to join the Waitrose and Battersea team. Waitrose being one of our most creative, innovative and transformative clients. This is a fantastic opportunity for a capable AD who is both commercially astute and creatively driven. You’ll be leading the charge on media planning, inspiring standout ideas and working closely with both our clients and internal teams. You’ll collaborate with specialists across the agency, manage a talented Account Manager and Executive and report into a Business Director. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love retail and want to create award-winning work that makes an impact, we want to hear from you. About the Role The role will be fast paced and agile, and you will be pivotal in ensuring that client deliverables maintain a high standard, and proactively look to anticipate client needs, leading and overseeing the day to day running of both accounts. Integration with the wider client and specialist teams will be fundamental to ensure all campaigns deliver to client objectives and are planned, implemented and reported upon effectively. Additionally, there will both a Planning and Strategy Director support on client responses as well as a full digital planning team to assist on that element too. About You You’ll be organised, confident and passionate about great media planning. Excellent at building client relationships and have autonomy to run activity and nurture the team You’ll build strong relationships at all levels, and we hope that you thrive in an agency which is caring, passionate, hardworking, fun and like a family (of 500!) even if only for a short time Role Requirements • This role requires a well-rounded, inspirational Account Director with media agency experience., • Direct and nurture your team in the coordination and timely delivery of campaign responses and day to day management of client requests., • You will be as comfortable servicing clients as rolling your sleeves up and leading on media briefings/responses., • Ability to digest, interpret, and respond to client briefs in a high-paced environment., • Excellent spoken and written communication skills with proven expertise in presentation storytelling to deliver impactful, persuasive proposals to clients, • You will look to challenge clients where necessary and work with them to form a trusted relationship., • You will be competent planning across all media channels – including digital., • You will also be competent on all media planning tools (such as e-Telmar) and can dissect data to tell a compelling story., • Without question your attention to detail is sound, you are a conscientious worker, who is as confident in front of clients as the wider agency., • You will have: a passion for brands; the ability to deliver great work; have fantastic interpersonal skills; and be curious and passionate about the UK media marketplace., • Have strong capabilities within use of data and tools to provide evidence-based media strategies to meet client objectives which clearly describe how each channel contributes to objectives and goals., • Develop strong relationships with specialist channel teams to ensure effective working processes and best in class work delivery., • Look to educate the client – provide innovation session with key media owners to keep client up to date with industry developments About the Agency: MG OMD was established in 1990 as a challenger media agency (Manning Gottlieb Media) that placed craft, trust and performance at the heart of media planning and buying. Since joining Omnicom network’s OMG (Omnicom Media Group) in 1998, we have continued to retain our founding ethos of providing clients with bespoke approaches, unprecedented insight, specialism, security and transparency; helping our clients to use media to unlock their competitive advantage and deliver innovative, effective and award-winning work and campaigns that create difference that matters. MG OMD is the second-largest media agency in the UK. We are the most awarded media agency in both the history of the IPA Effectiveness Awards and Thinkbox’s TV Planning Awards and have this year been named as Agency of the Year in The Media Leader UK awards, Campaign Global awards and Campaign UK awards. With over 500 employees working across some of the UK’s leading brands including the John Lewis Partnership, Virgin Media O2, British Airways, Specsavers, HM Government, LNER, Sony Pictures and Age UK; it is our people who ultimately make the award-winning difference. So, true to our ethos, we work hard at creating a spirit and atmosphere that inspires our people to be considerate, honest, and professional whilst also being stimulating, imaginative and inspirational. We want people who are great to work with, fun to be with and who genuinely care; about each other, our clients, our media partners and doing great work. In return, we provide an amazingly collaborative culture, where open communication and an unwavering commitment to diversity of thinking, diversity of background and diversity of skillsets runs through everything we do. All backed up by the highest standards of training, development and support in the industry; so much so, that we have attained IPA (Institute of Practitioners in Advertising) CPD Gold Accreditation for the 13th year running and maintained our CPD Platinum Accreditation for the 7th consecutive year, showcasing our commitment to continuous professional development. We were also featured in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work in both 2023 and 2024. Our being named is completely based on the opinions and perspectives of our employees which makes the accolade all that more special. About the Agency: MG OMD was established in 1990 as a challenger media agency (Manning Gottlieb Media) that placed craft, trust and performance at the heart of media planning and buying. Since joining Omnicom network’s OMG (Omnicom Media Group) in 1998, we have continued to retain our founding ethos of providing clients with bespoke approaches, unprecedented insight, specialism, security and transparency; helping our clients to use media to unlock their competitive advantage and deliver innovative, effective and award-winning work and campaigns that create difference that matters. MG OMD is the second-largest media agency in the UK. We are the most awarded media agency in both the history of the IPA Effectiveness Awards and Thinkbox’s TV Planning Awards and have this year been named as Agency of the Year in The Media Leader UK awards, Campaign Global awards and Campaign UK awards. With over 500 employees working across some of the UK’s leading brands including the John Lewis Partnership, Virgin Media O2, British Airways, Specsavers, HM Government, LNER, Sony Pictures and Age UK; it is our people who ultimately make the award-winning difference. So, true to our ethos, we work hard at creating a spirit and atmosphere that inspires our people to be considerate, honest, and professional whilst also being stimulating, imaginative and inspirational. We want people who are great to work with, fun to be with and who genuinely care; about each other, our clients, our media partners and doing great work. In return, we provide an amazingly collaborative culture, where open communication and an unwavering commitment to diversity of thinking, diversity of background and diversity of skillsets runs through everything we do. All backed up by the highest standards of training, development and support in the industry; so much so, that we have attained IPA (Institute of Practitioners in Advertising) CPD Gold Accreditation for the 13th year running and maintained our CPD Platinum Accreditation for the 7th consecutive year, showcasing our commitment to continuous professional development. We were also featured in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work in both 2023 and 2024. Our being named is completely based on the opinions and perspectives of our employees which makes the accolade all that more special. Flexible Working At Omnicom Media Group, we are committed to supporting flexibility for our people while fostering collaboration, innovation, and teamwork. We have a hybrid working model (three days in the office, two working remotely), to ensure that we meet the needs of both our people and our business, balancing the benefits of in-person connections with the flexibility of remote working. Our standard working hours are 9:30 – 17:30, but we offer the ability to flex around core hours of 10:30 – 16:30 to give our people flexibility on how they manage their working day, whether that’s in the office or working remotely. For example, you could start work at 8:30 and finish at 16:30 or start at 10:30 and finish at 18:30. We encourage open conversations between our people and managers to help navigate high-need periods and individual circumstances. Our goal is to create an environment where people feel genuinely supported to do their best - both in their careers and in their lives outside of work. Be Your Best We want everyone to make the most of the opportunity to shine and showcase your talents and we are happy to make adjustments in the recruitment process so you can be your best. Please discuss any specific requirements with your dedicated Talent Team member or if you would feel more comfortable, you can email us confidentially at _ to let us know how we can support you. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at OMG At OMG, our vision is to be an agency where difference is valued and everyone is able to thrive in a culture of equality, inclusion and belonging. We are committed to providing a truly inclusive environment that reflects today’s society, where everyone is able to bring their true selves to work, and where diverse voices and backgrounds are valued, heard, and well-represented. We will process your personal data in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Notice which is available on _

About the role: Stratton Mills Recruitment is currently recruiting for a Childrens Residential Agency Support Worker to join our expanding social care team on a zero hour contract basis. This Childrens Residential Support Worker role offers flexible agency work across a range of residential homes supporting children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), Learning Disabilities (LD), Autism, and complex needs. If you are an experienced Childrens Residential Support Worker or have relevant UK social care experience and are looking for flexible shifts, this opportunity could be ideal for you. The Role Childrens Residential Agency Support Worker Provide day-to-day care and emotional support to children and young people Promote independence, life skills, and positive behaviour Support children with routines, activities, appointments, and education Maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing residential environment Follow safeguarding procedures and company policies at all times Complete accurate daily logs, incident reports, and handovers Work alongside permanent staff and multi-agency professionals Adapt confidently to different residential homes and teams Every Childrens Residential Support Worker plays a key role in ensuring children feel safe, supported, and valued. Essenti...

Role: Primary Teaching Assistant – Manchester – Up to £550 per Week Location: Manchester Start Date: 2nd September 26 Contract: Long-term with Daily Opportunities available. Salary: £462.80 – £550 per week (dependent on experience and scale point). The School & Role Vision for Education is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils in primary schools across the Denton area of Manchester. Positions are available from September, with earlier start dates considered for suitable candidates. This is a long-term opportunity, with additional day-to-day supply work also available. As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to support pupils' learning and development. You will help deliver engaging lessons, encourage participation, and assist pupils in building confidence both academically and socially. The role will involve supporting individual pupils and small groups, reinforcing classroom learning, and helping to create a positive, structured environment where children can thrive. Working alongside teachers, SEN staff, and other support professionals, you will play a key role in helping pupils achieve their full potential throughout the school day. This opportunity would suit a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Classroom Assistant, or Education Support Worker looking to make a positive impact in local primary schools. Requirements To be considered for this Teaching Assistant position in Denton, you should have: Experience supporting children within a primary school, classroom, childcare, or educational setting, or hold a Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification. A genuine passion for supporting children's learning, wellbeing, and personal development. Strong communication and interpersonal skills when working with pupils, teachers, and parents. Confidence supporting small-group interventions and adapting to a range of learning needs. A reliable, proactive approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a school team. Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All applicants will be subject to thorough interviewing and reference checks and must hold, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service. What Vision for Education Offer As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive: Excellent daily rates paid weekly through our in-house PAYE payroll system. Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria). Pension contributions (subject to qualifying period). Full compliance with Agency Workers' Regulations (AWR). Free training and professional development opportunities, including Team Teach training, safeguarding updates, and online webinars. A generous Refer a Friend bonus scheme. Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant. About Vision for Education Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to supporting the learning and development of children and young people. With branches nationwide, we are proud to be an employer of choice for high-quality teaching and support staff across primary, secondary, and SEND settings. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. How to Apply To apply for this Teaching Assistant role in Denton, Manchester, please submit your CV today. A member of our specialist education recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the next steps. #visionsupport

Job Title: Youth Worker Location: Stockport Start Date: Immediate Start Salary: £92.63 - £140 per day Do you have experience supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Are you confident using de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviour? Are you looking for a rewarding long-term role where you can positively impact the lives of young people every day? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SEMH Alternative Provision in Stockport that is committed to helping young people overcome barriers to learning through a therapeutic approach. The setting provides small class sizes, a supportive staff team and a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to build confidence, resilience and achieve their full potential. The school is looking to appoint a Youth Worker on a long-term basis with an immediate start. The successful Youth Worker will work closely with students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, supporting them both in and out of the classroom, using positive behaviour management strategies and effective de-escalation techniques to encourage engagement, emotional regulation and positive outcomes. The successful Youth Worker will have: • Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs or challenging behaviour, • Proven experience using de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviour, • Team Teach qualification is desirable but not essential, • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, • A calm, patient and resilient approach, • A genuine passion for supporting young people to succeed In return for the above you can expect to receive: • A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process, • CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel, • Market leading rates of pay, • TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash. If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity. EMAIL: CONTACT NUMBER: (phone number removed) About TeacherActive TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates. Equal Opportunities Statement TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services. Safeguarding and DBS Compliance Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment

SGO - Co Ordinator Social Worker Location: Salford Salary: £39.152 - £46,142 per annum An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Social Worker position in the Special Guardianship Service within the Salford Fostering Service as a full-time permanent post. We are a friendly and stable team working with children and families who have special guardianship orders. We work closely with Special Guardians, birth parents and children, and their support networks - offering advice, guidance and therapeutic-informed support to sustain placements. We are a small team sitting within the wider Fostering Service and work across the service to achieve positive outcomes for all Foster carers and Special Guardians. We cover the local authority area, currently through a combination of office based and home working arrangements, in line with Salford City Council guidance. You will be office based for the duration of the induction period. You will have access to the Co-wheels car club. There is a requirement to be able to work outside the local authority area where carers reside elsewhere in England. This Social Worker role is a great opportunity for someone who wishes to contribute to the development of Special Guardianship services in Salford. You will receive a comprehensive office based induction and be supported through regular 1:1 supervision, Personal Development reviews, regular team and service meetings, and access to learning and development opportunities. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills and ability to manage and prioritise their own caseload, whilst working as a member of the team. You will need to be qualified and professionally registered as a social worker, have knowledge of current legislation and regulations, and have demonstrated your experience and abilities in respect of working in partnership with children, young people, families and partner agencies. You will support the team by responding to and undertaking a variety of contacts and referrals and assessments, including Fostering Duty; providing advice and information to colleagues and external professionals; collaboratively working using the Family Partnership Model within the Local Authority. Your role is to support placements for children and young people, including: working with complex families who may be in the child in need, child protection, and legal arenas; completing special guardianship assessments of applicants; co-ordinating support arrangements and adoption support fund applications; undertaking annual reviews of support plans; delivering workshops, training, and facilitating support groups; and making onward referrals. You will need to understand the support needs and legislation that applies to SGO families who live in England, the UK, and internationally. The role will require you to complete support needs assessments to identify areas of support for families. You will need to be flexible and able to undertake visits and attend multi-agency meetings. You will attend court and be skilled in completing assessments and reports for court. We are looking for applicants who will be confident in working with children and young people in sometimes difficult situations, their carers, birth parents, and other professionals. You will have knowledge of therapeutic parenting or have a willingness to learn about this style of parenting, and be able to offer proactive support and reflection regarding children's presentation and behaviours linking to attachment, secure base and trauma related theory. Our commitment to you is a competitive package, outstanding support from experienced managers, a manageable workload, regular supervision, quality training and the opportunity to build on your strengths and develop your skills. Ofsted published the recent inspection report, and Salford's Children's Services has been rated overall as 'Good', but with an 'Outstanding' rating for our care leaver support and 'Outstanding' for leadership. Please be aware that this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years or 12 months or more (whether continuously or in total) in the last 10 years whilst aged 18 or over, please refer to the Gov website for details for how to obtain your Certificates of Good Character. Privacy Statement and Data Protection Our core data protection obligations and commitments are set out in the council's primary Recruitment and Employment Privacy Notice which can be found on our website. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Salford Fostering Service, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application. https://www.greater.jobs/job/75813213

Community Support Worker Support high/medium complexity people from the Criminal Justice System to make lasting positive changes through outreach, person-centred support and community engagement. This rewarding role combines relationship building, case management and partnership working to help individuals achieve greater independence. If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Housing Support Worker, Outreach Worker, Case Worker, Key Worker, Recovery Support Worker, Support Worker, Engagement Worker This role is known internally as an Engagement & Support Worker SALARY: £26,227 to £28,285 per annum (dependent on experience) + Benefits LOCATION: Covering the Greater Manchester area JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Fixed Term Contract until September 2027 WORKING HOURS: 37.5 hours per week Please note: A full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle and appropriate business use insurance is required JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Community Support Worker. As a Community Support Worker you will work with individuals across Greater Manchester, providing one-to-one support, outreach and practical guidance to help them overcome barriers and achieve positive outcomes. Working with a small caseload, the Community Support Worker will build trusted relationships, develop person-centred support plans, coordinate services with partner organisations and encourage people to become more confident, resilient and independent. APPLY TODAY Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review. DUTIES Your duties as the Community Support Worker include: • Build Trusted Relationships: Develop positive, professional relationships that encourage engagement and lasting change, • Provide Person-Centred Support: Deliver one-to-one support, outreach and practical guidance within community settings, • Complete Assessments and Support Plans: Produce outcome-focused assessments and co-produced support plans, • Coordinate Partner Services: Work alongside health, criminal justice, housing and community organisations to ensure individuals receive appropriate support, • Maintain Accurate Records: Update case management systems and complete reports within required timescales, • Promote Independence: Encourage confidence, resilience and access to employment, education and community opportunities, • Manage Risk Safely: Complete dynamic risk assessments and follow lone working and health and safety procedures CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL • Ability to quickly build rapport while maintaining professional boundaries, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Commitment to promoting independence, dignity and informed choice, • Previous experience maintaining accurate records and performance information, • Competent using Microsoft Office applications, • Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle and appropriate business use insurance DESIRABLE • Previous experience within criminal justice, homelessness, substance misuse or mental health services, • Personal experience, or experience supporting someone close to you, relating to offending, addiction, homelessness or mental health, • Ability to motivate and empower individuals to achieve positive outcomes BENEFITS • 28 days Annual Leave plus bank holidays with Christmas closure and increased annual leave with length of service • An additional day's leave on your birthday • Dedicated monthly learning time and coaching support • Confidential counselling, legal advice and wellbeing support • Workplace pension and life assurance • Paid volunteering days and employee engagement initiatives This role requires a DBS Check HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-C14854 Full-Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Greater Manchester, North West England. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. awd online | http://www.awdo.co.uk AWD-IN-SPJ

Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Role: Supervising Social Worker Basic Salary: Up to £38,616.92 per annum - dependent upon experience Contract: Full Time, Permanent Office Location: Chorley. Position is Homebased - with a caseload supporting our foster parents in Manchester and surrounding areas. Benefits Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays Life Assurance Company Pension On-site Free Parking Employee Discount Scheme Medical Cash Plan About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked-after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our head office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Duties Will Include Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of foster parents, ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people Ensure that foster parents fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family, e.g., respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined Ensure each child and foster parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation Attend meetings and/or provide reports for commissioning teams to address individual packages of care Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F assessments You Must Have A Social Work qualification Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures The willingness and ability to travel extensively, including occasional nights away Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations Full driving licence Contact For an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Lorna Waite, Fostering Service Manager, on 07795 272123. To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. TPBN1_UKTJ

Senior Practitioner | Children's Services | Tameside Council | £40 per hour Tameside Council is continuing to invest in and strengthen its Children's Services, making this an exciting time to join the organisation. As the service continues to build and grow, they are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Practitioner to support the delivery of high-quality services to children and families. This opportunity is ideal for experienced Social Workers looking to step into a more senior role and further develop their leadership, mentoring and practice development skills within a supportive environment. Role Overview As a Senior Practitioner, you will play a key role in supporting the Team Manager and driving high standards of practice across the team. Alongside managing a caseload of more complex children and families, you will provide guidance, support and reflective supervision to colleagues, helping to develop practice and contribute to the service improvement agenda. Key Responsibilities Hold and manage a caseload involving children and families with more complex needs and risks, ensuring timely and effective interventions. Provide support during visits, meetings and planning processes involving children, young people and their families. Work alongside the Team Manager to lead the team and support the delivery of the service improvement plan. Offer reflective and group supervision to colleagues, promoting learning, professional curiosity and good practice. Model high-quality social work practice and provide mentoring, teaching and development opportunities to less experienced staff. Support colleagues with complex case discussions, decision-making and risk analysis. Contribute to improving performance and the team's data set, ensuring accurate recording and compliance with statutory timescales. Provide leadership and operational support when the Team Manager is unavailable, undertaking delegated responsibilities as required. Foster a positive team culture focused on continuous learning, collaboration and achieving the best outcomes for children. Benefits Competitive pay rate of £40 per hour. Opportunity to step into a leadership role and develop management skills. Supportive management team committed to staff development. Involvement in a service undergoing positive growth and transformation. Opportunities to influence practice improvement and shape service delivery. Exposure to a varied and rewarding caseload. A collaborative team environment that values reflective practice and continuous learning. Requirements Social Work qualification (Degree, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent). Registration with Social Work England. Significant post-qualified experience within Children's Services. Experience of managing complex cases involving safeguarding and child protection concerns. Ability to provide mentoring, coaching and reflective supervision to colleagues. Strong assessment, analysis and decision-making skills. Excellent communication and multi-agency working abilities. Commitment to achieving positive outcomes for children and families through high-quality practice. Interested? If you are an experienced Social Worker ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact within an ambitious and improving service, we'd love to hear from you. For more information or to apply, please contact: Emily Cooper at Sheldon Phillips - (phone number removed) OR

Role: Primary Teaching Assistant – Tameside, Manchester – Up to £550 per Week Location: Hulme, Manchester Start Date: 2nd September 26 Contract: Long-term with Daily Opportunities available. Salary: £462.80 – £550 per week (dependent on experience and scale point). The School & Role Vision for Education is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in schools across Tameside, Manchester. Opportunities are available from September, with earlier start dates considered for suitable candidates. This is a long-term position with additional day-to-day supply opportunities available. As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who require additional support to access learning and achieve their individual goals. You will provide tailored assistance both in and out of the classroom, helping to create a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment. The role may involve supporting pupils with a range of needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, and moderate learning difficulties. You will work on a one-to-one basis and with small groups, helping pupils develop confidence, independence, and engagement in learning. Working alongside teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and other support staff, you will play a key role in helping pupils reach their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally. This role would suit an SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Behaviour Support Assistant, Inclusion Support Worker, Classroom Assistant, or Education Support Worker. Requirements To be considered for this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Tameside, you should have: Experience supporting children or young people with Special Educational Needs in a school, childcare, care, youth work, or support setting, or hold a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification. A genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs and helping them achieve positive outcomes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills when working with pupils, families, and school staff. The ability to build positive relationships and support pupils with varying learning, behavioural, and communication needs. A patient, adaptable, and proactive approach to supporting learning and wellbeing. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff registered with us will undergo thorough interviewing and referencing checks and must hold, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service. What Vision for Education Offer As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive: Excellent daily rates paid weekly through our in-house PAYE payroll system. Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria). Pension contributions (subject to qualifying period). Full compliance with Agency Workers' Regulations (AWR). Free training and professional development opportunities, including Team Teach training, Autism Awareness, Behaviour Management, safeguarding updates, and online webinars. A generous Refer a Friend bonus scheme. Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant throughout your placement. About Vision for Education Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to supporting the learning and development of children and young people. We work with a wide range of primary, secondary, and specialist SEND schools and are proud to be an employer of choice for high-quality education professionals. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds regardless of age, gender, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. How to Apply To apply for this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Hulme, Manchester, please submit your CV today. A member of our specialist education recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity and guide you through the next steps. #visionsupport

Your new school Are you passionate about supporting students with special educational needs (SEN)? Hays Education is urgently recruiting experienced and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to work in specialist SEN schools across Manchester. ✅ Why Work with Hays Education? Immediate Start Available - We need SEN Teaching Assistants now in Manchester! Specialist SEN Settings - Work in dedicated SEN schools across the city Career Support - Ongoing training, CV consultations, and professional development Flexible Work Options - Choose from temporary or long-term supply - many of our roles become permanent placements Key Responsibilities: Provide 1:1 and group support for students with a range of special educational needs Assist in delivering Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) Support classroom teachers with behaviour management and student engagement Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment Collaborate with SEN professionals, including speech therapists and educational psychologists Track and report on student progress and development Requirements: Essential: Experience working with children, ideally in an SEN setting Optional: Experience in a healthcare or care worker role - if you have worked with people with SEN then we want to hear from you! Strong communication and interpersonal skills A proactive, adaptable, and compassionate approach What We Offer: Competitive pay: Up to £120/day + holiday pay (PAYE or Umbrella) Access to the Hays Education App - manage timesheets, training, and benefits £250 referral bonus for recommending a friend Free CV consultation and career advice from a dedicated education consultant What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Aspire People are working in partnership with a large SEND School in Stockport, SK2. SLT are looking for candidate's with a Sports Coaching background to work as a Teaching Assistant with a number of identified pupils. The school is a SEND School, with a diverse pupils intake, supporting pupils with a range of needs including Social Emotional Mental Health needs. Pupils may exhibit behaviours that challenge so potential candidates need to be confident supporting those with SEMH needs, be resilient in their approach and committed and passionate about understanding the 'bigger picture'. Pupils follow a curriculum pathway and need support to support their engagement, emotional regulation and sensory needs. This role is an ideal opportunity for those who have experience as a Sports Coach or Youth Worker as a natural ability to build relationships with pupils who may be resistant to education is essential and will really help you excel in this role. Training is provide by the school on specific interventions, but a passion and commitment for supporting vulnerable pupils to help them reach their true potential is essential. This is a full time role, 08.20 to 15.30 Monday to Friday term time only, on an ongoing basis starting in September, with the opportunity for permanent employment in the future What Aspire can offer you: Good rates of pay -£95 to £110 depending on experience A full time opportunity in a well established and resourced SEND School, with a supportive staffing team Access to Free CPD A designated consultant to support with every step of the journey All employment is subject to safer recruitment checks, including references and Enhanced DBS. To speak further about this role, please submit your CV in the first instance and the relevant consultant will be in touch to discuss in more depth Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks

Social Worker | Child Protection / Child in Need Team | Salford Council | £39 per hour Salford Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Child Protection and Child in Need Team on an agency basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive and child-focused service committed to safeguarding children, strengthening families and achieving positive outcomes through purposeful intervention. Working within a busy frontline team, you will undertake a varied caseload involving children subject to Child in Need and Child Protection plans, completing assessments and interventions that promote safety, stability and long-term positive change for children and their families. Role Overview As a Social Worker within the Child Protection and Child in Need Team, you will be responsible for assessing risk, planning interventions and working in partnership with children, families and multi-agency professionals to ensure children receive the right support at the right time. You will manage cases from assessment through to longer-term planning, using relationship-based practice to improve outcomes and reduce risk. Key Responsibilities Manage a diverse caseload of children and families subject to Child in Need and Child Protection processes. Undertake statutory assessments, including Child and Family Assessments, to identify needs, strengths and risks. Complete Section 47 enquiries and work collaboratively with partner agencies to safeguard children at risk of significant harm. Develop, implement and review Child in Need and Child Protection plans that are outcome-focused and child-centred. Undertake direct work with children and families to understand their lived experiences and support positive change. Prepare high-quality reports for conferences, meetings and court proceedings where required. Attend and contribute to strategy discussions, core groups, Child Protection Conferences and multi-agency meetings. Ensure statutory visits, case recordings and assessments are completed within required timescales. Work in partnership with education, health, police and other professionals to deliver coordinated interventions. Maintain accurate and timely case recording in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements. Benefits Competitive pay rate of £39 per hour. Opportunity to work within an established frontline safeguarding service. Varied and rewarding caseload across Child in Need and Child Protection work. Supportive management structure and regular supervision. Collaborative multi-agency working environment. The chance to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and families within Salford. Requirements Social Work qualification (Degree, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent). Current registration with Social Work England. Previous experience within Children's Frontline Services, including Child Protection and Child in Need. Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation, statutory guidance and risk assessment processes. Experience completing Section 47 enquiries and managing Child Protection plans. Ability to build effective relationships with children, families and partner agencies. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively. Interested? If you're an experienced frontline Social Worker looking for your next agency opportunity within a supportive safeguarding service, we'd love to hear from you. For more information or to apply, please contact: Emily Cooper at Sheldon Phillips - (phone number removed) OR

Support Worker Team Leader (Criminal Justice Support Services) An excellent opportunity for an experienced Team Leader with people management, coaching and stakeholder engagement experience to lead a dedicated support service helping individuals achieve positive life outcomes. If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Service Supervisor, Operations Supervisor, Senior Support Worker, Service Coordinator, Community Services Team Leader, Service Team Leader, Support Leader SALARY: Up to £34,000 per annum (dependent on experience) + Benefits LOCATION: Covering the Greater Manchester area JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Fixed Term Contract until September 2027 WORKING HOURS: 37.5 hours per week Please note: A full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle and appropriate business use insurance is required JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Support Worker Team Leader. As a Support Worker Team Leader you will lead, motivate and develop a team delivering high-quality, person-centred support while ensuring contractual performance, safeguarding and operational excellence. Working closely with senior management and partner organisations, the Support Worker Team Leader will help drive continuous improvement, develop strong stakeholder relationships and support positive outcomes for the people receiving the service. APPLY TODAY Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review. DUTIES Your duties as the Support Worker Team Leader include: • Lead Service Delivery: Support the successful operational delivery of the service while maintaining high-quality standards, • Manage Employees: Provide effective line management, coaching, supervision and performance support to the team, • Develop Partnerships: Build positive working relationships with partner agencies and external stakeholders, • Monitor Performance: Ensure contractual targets, KPIs and compliance requirements are achieved, • Promote Best Practice: Encourage person-centred approaches and continuous professional development across the team, • Support Operational Planning: Assist with implementing operational plans and service improvements, • Maintain Compliance: Ensure policies, procedures and safeguarding responsibilities are consistently followed, • Prepare Reports: Contribute to operational reporting and performance monitoring as required CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL • Previous experience leading, supervising and motivating employees and/or volunteers, • Experience building effective working relationships with partner organisations, • Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, • Ability to coach, influence and develop high-performing teams, • Ability to prioritise workloads, delegate effectively and meet deadlines, • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and experience using databases and management systems, • Commitment to safeguarding vulnerable adults and maintaining professional standards, • Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle and willingness to travel across Greater Manchester DESIRABLE • Previous experience within criminal justice, homelessness, substance misuse, mental health or related support services, • Personal lived experience, or experience supporting someone affected by offending, addiction, homelessness or mental health challenges, • Knowledge of project management principles, • Experience interpreting and analysing performance information, • Ability to contribute to service development and continuous improvement BENEFITS • 28 days Annual Leave plus bank holidays with Christmas closure and increased annual leave with length of service • An additional day's leave on your birthday • Dedicated monthly learning time and coaching support • Confidential counselling, legal advice and wellbeing support • Workplace pension and life assurance • Paid volunteering days and employee engagement initiatives This role requires a DBS Check HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-C14855 Full-Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Greater Manchester, North West England. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. awd online | http://www.awdo.co.uk AWD-IN-SPJ