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How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four? At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first. That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay. Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW — and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG. Job Title: Learning Support Assistant Location: The Wenlock School, Dudley, West Midlands, DY1 3SB Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata) Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday 08:15 - 16:30 | Tuesday - Friday 08:15 - 15:45 Contract: Permanent, Term Time only Start: February 2026 UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. As part of our continued growth, The Wenlock School is excited to offer a rewarding opportunity for a Learning Support Assistant to join our warm, dedicated and close-knit team in Dudley. This is far more than a support role. It’s a chance to make a real and lasting difference to pupils who need consistency, understanding and belief in their potential. About the Role The Learning Support Assistant will work specifically with individual pupils who are placed at the school, requiring 1:1 staff support. They may experience multiple social, emotional and learning challenges, related behaviours ranges from speech and sound disorder, disordered expressive language skills, delayed understanding of language, concentration and attention difficulties, challenging behaviour and work avoidance behaviours. This role is predominantly education based but will also have a wider remit including supporting families, carers and the wider community. This role will also involve close working partnerships with all relevant agencies that support the young person including Social Workers, Speech and Language Therapy Service, Social Communication Disorder Assessment Service, Early Intervention Team and an Educational Psychologist. Work may sometimes be undertaken outside the main teaching area. To share the school’s responsibility to support and promote the learning, personal development and well-being of all pupils. General Responsibilities • Safeguard and promote the welfare, safety and wellbeing of pupils, • Work in line with professional standards, statutory requirements and school policies, • Support the day-to-day organisation and administration of the school, • Take responsibility for agreed areas of work, reviewed annually through performance management, • Contribute positively to the school’s improvement journey We’re looking for someone who is patient, resilient and passionate about supporting young people: • Previous experience working in a SEND school or specialist setting, • Grade C (or equivalent) in English and Maths, • A calm, consistent and nurturing approach, • A strong team player with excellent communication skills Opened in 2018, The Wenlock School is a co-educational day school for pupils aged 7–18 with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, autism, and associated learning differences. We are building an Outstanding provision – a school that transforms lives through creativity, care, and commitment. Our team is passionate about making a genuine difference, supporting every pupil to reach their full potential within a therapeutic and inclusive environment. At Wenlock, you’ll be part of a dedicated community that values innovation, collaboration, and compassion. Together, we empower pupils to succeed and build the foundations for a brighter future. We are part of Acorn Education and can offer plenty of challenges along with a wide range of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UK’s leading provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in creating and delivering innovative approaches that achieve measurable outcomes for those in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running. Why join Acorn Education? We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including: • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions, • A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits, • 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad, • Cycle to Work Schemes, • Electric Car Purchase Scheme, • Critical illness cover *You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales. #1

Social Worker – Adult Social Care (Intermediate Care Services) Location: Walsall, West Midlands (Hybrid – 2–3 days onsite) Sector: Local Authority Contract Type: Inside IR35 Rate: £17.50 per hour Hours: 37 hours per week (09:00–17:30) Contract Length: 19 January 2026 – 31 March 2026 (subject to extension) Positions Available: 2 Role Overview We are recruiting qualified Social Workers on behalf of a local authority in the West Midlands to support Adult Social Care – Intermediate Care Services. This role is offered on a hybrid basis, with onsite working across community and hospital settings. This is a contract opportunity providing cover for a vacant post within a busy and well-established service. Key Responsibilities • Managing adult social care caseloads within Intermediate Care Services, • Completing assessments, reviews, and care planning, • Supporting hospital discharge and community-based interventions, • Working collaboratively with health professionals and multidisciplinary teams, • Qualified Social Worker, • Current Social Work England registration, • Demonstrable experience within Adult Social Care, • Experience in Intermediate Care / Hospital Discharge desirable, • Full UK driving licence (essential), • Ability to work on a hybrid basis, • New candidates only, • All submissions must include the Adults MOU form, • Competitive MOU agency rate, • Hybrid working model, • Opportunity to work within a reputable public sector environment Shortlisting is taking place on a rolling basis.

We are recruiting a dedicated and experienced Senior Childrens Residential Support Worker to join an established childrens residential EBD (Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties) home in Birmingham. Supporting, mentoring and guiding Residential Support Workers to maintain high standards of care.

As a Senior you will lead a team of support workers to deliver a high standard of care at all times. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions.

As a Childrens Support Worker you will work as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care at all times and support the Young Persons emotional wellbeing. We are looking for passionate Childrens Support Workers who are available to work on a flexible basis. You recognise that the role is to he

As a Senior you will lead a team of support workers to deliver a high standard of care at all times. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions.

Team Manager – Children in Care. About your role as the Team Manager – Children in Care. You must be able to demonstrate decisive and safe choices for children in care whilst managing a team of social workers.

As our Clinical Lead, youll be the clinical heartbeat of our community services, responsible for the quality, safety, and oversight of care packages across the region. Mentor, train, supervise and clinically support Healthcare Workers to ensure safe delivery of delegated tas. Manage a community case

Retention bonus up to 5,000! A council in the West Midlands is currently looking to recruiting experienced social workers to join their ever-changing journey, and they would love you to come along for the ride as they are experiencing a positive change to the service. Leaders in Care can offer the

Our team member benefits include: *Paid Breaks *Uniforms *Staff Meals *Nest Pension *Employee Assistance Programme *Care Workers Charity. Our Care Assistants must have a real passion for care and want to work as part of a close-knit team supporting each other, and wanting to promote choice, individu

Location: Various UK Locations Salary: £28,000 – £38,000 per annum + sleep-ins / benefits Contract: Full-time, Permanent About the Role We are recruiting an experienced and motivated Children’s Residential Team Leader to support the day-to-day running of a children’s home. This role is ideal for a senior support worker ready to take the next step or an established team leader looking for a new challenge. You will lead by example, support staff development, and help create a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where children and young people can thrive. Key Responsibilities • Act as shift lead, ensuring the smooth and safe running of the home, • Support the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager in daily operations, • Lead, mentor, and support residential support workers on shift, • Promote safeguarding and ensure the welfare of children and young people at all times, • Implement care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies, • Manage challenging behaviours in line with policies and therapeutic approaches, • Ensure accurate record keeping, reports, and handovers, • Contribute to staff training, inductions, and supervisions (where required), • Promote positive outcomes, routines, and independence for young people Essential Requirements • Experience working in a children’s residential setting, • Previous experience as a Senior Support Worker or Team Leader, • Strong understanding of safeguarding and children’s residential care standards, • Ability to lead shifts and support staff effectively, • Confident in managing challenging behaviours, • Excellent communication and organisational skills, • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards), • Right to work in the UK and enhanced DBS check Desirable • Level 3 or Level 4 qualification in Residential Childcare, • Experience working with EBD, trauma, or complex needs, • Knowledge of therapeutic or trauma-informed care models What We Offer • Competitive salary with sleep-in payments, • Career progression opportunities into Deputy or Registered Manager roles, • Ongoing training and professional development, • Supportive management and a values-led organisation How to Apply To apply or for a confidential discussion, please contact or submit your application via LinkedIn.

Residential Support Worker – Children’s Home (Specialist High-Support Package) Job Type: Full-time / Part-time Salary: £25,000 – £37,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Shift Pattern: 12-hour shifts | Waking days | Waking nights | 24/7 rota (including weekends and bank holidays) Location: Torquay, Devon DBS: Enhanced DBS (including children and adult barred list) required About the Role We are recruiting committed, emotionally resilient Residential Support Workers to join our specialist children’s home team in Torquay. You will support a young person with a history of significant trauma, neurodevelopmental needs (including ADHD and communication difficulties), and complex behaviours which may include dysregulation, heightened emotional distress, and absconding risk. This is not a routine residential role. It is a high-support, safeguarding-led placement requiring outstanding practice, consistent boundaries, calm decision-making, and a strong understanding of trauma-informed care. You will work within structured plans and risk management strategies, supporting the child to achieve safety, stability, and progress, whilst delivering care that meets the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and the Quality Standards. What You Will Do As a Residential Support Worker, you will: • Provide high-quality, child-centred care that promotes safety, wellbeing, and emotional stability, • Build and maintain safe, trusting, professional relationships through consistency and positive engagement, • Deliver daily routines including education support, appointments, activities, meals, personal care, and bedtime structure, • Implement behaviour support and safeguarding plans, using proactive strategies, de-escalation, and clear boundaries, • Respond to incidents safely and lawfully, including managing heightened risk behaviours when required, • Work to reduce absconding risk through active supervision, planning, and professional vigilance, • Complete accurate and timely documentation, including daily logs, incident reports, safeguarding records, and detailed handovers, • Support the wider team and Registered Manager to deliver high standards of care, consistency, and accountability, • Engage professionally with external stakeholders including Social Workers, clinicians, educators, and care coordinators Who We Are Looking For We are looking for individuals who can deliver consistent safeguarding practice, not simply “turn up and support”. Essential Criteria • A genuine commitment to safeguarding and improving outcomes for children and young people, • Ability to remain calm, confident, and professional during emotionally charged or challenging situations, • Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain boundaries clearly and deliver structured support, • Emotional resilience and maturity, including the ability to reflect, learn, and accept direction, • Understanding of professional boundaries and the importance of consistency across a team, • Willingness to work a full rota, including waking nights, weekends, and bank holidays, • Ability to follow policies, risk assessments, and care plans without improvising boundaries Desirable Criteria • Experience supporting children with trauma, ADHD, attachment needs, exploitation risk, or high-risk behaviours, • Experience working in residential care, secure settings, CAMHS environments, youth justice, or crisis support, • Training in behaviour support / de-escalation / PMVA (or willingness to complete immediately), • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to enrol within the required timeframe), • Confidence with detailed documentation and accountability (incident recording, safeguarding updates, daily notes) What We Offer • A structured induction and onboarding programme, • Specialist training (trauma-informed practice, behaviour support, safeguarding, de-escalation and risk management), • Regular reflective supervision and professional development, • Strong leadership, team support, and clear shift structures, • Opportunities to progress and gain qualifications, • A meaningful role supporting a young person to experience safety, stability, and positive outcomes Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment ___ is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to: • Enhanced DBS (including barred list), • References and employment history checks, • Right to work verification, • Safer recruitment processes and probationary monitoring, • Ongoing training and quality assurance Apply Now If you are passionate about safeguarding, confident working with trauma and complex need, and ready to be part of a disciplined, high-performing residential care team, we would welcome your application. This role is suitable only for candidates who can apply training in real-world situations, work within strict safeguarding plans, and remain professionally focused throughout every shift. Consistency, vigilance, and lawful practice are essential. Apply today and make a life-changing difference.

Mental health services in Abu Dhabi have experienced significant growth and transformation in recent years, reflecting a strong national commitment to improving psychological wellbeing across the lifespan. Driven by strategic government initiatives, increased investment, and evolving public awareness, the Emirate has expanded access to high-quality, evidence-based mental health care for children, adolescents, and adults. Abu Dhabi continues to develop modern, multidisciplinary services aligned with international best practice, creating a dynamic and supportive environment for mental health professionals to contribute to innovative service delivery and positive patient outcomes. Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to join a multidisciplinary mental health service in Abu Dhabi. The successful candidate will provide specialist psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for children and adolescents. The role contributes to service development, clinical governance, and education in line with international best practice and Department of Health (DOH) Abu Dhabi standards. Key Responsibilities Clinical Responsibilities • Provide specialist psychiatric assessment and management for children and adolescents with a wide range of mental health disorders, including neurodevelopmental, emotional, behavioural, and severe mental illnesses, • Conduct comprehensive diagnostic evaluations and formulate evidence-based treatment plans, • Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications in line with best practice and local regulations, • Deliver care in outpatient, inpatient, community, and/or emergency settings as required, • Provide consultation and liaison support to paediatric, educational, and community services, • Engage families and carers in assessment and treatment planning Multidisciplinary & Collaborative Work • Work closely with psychologists, nurses, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, and social workers, • Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and care planning, • Collaborate with schools, safeguarding agencies, and other external stakeholders Governance, Quality & Safety • Participate in clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement initiatives, • Ensure compliance with DOH Abu Dhabi regulations, ethical standards, and safeguarding policies, • Contribute to risk assessment, management, and child protection processes Teaching, Supervision & Leadership • Provide supervision and mentoring to junior medical staff and allied health professionals, • Contribute to teaching, training, and continuous professional development activities, • Support service development, pathway design, and policy implementation Essential Qualifications & Experience • Medical degree recognised by DOH Abu Dhabi, • Specialist/Consultant qualification in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, such as:, • CCT/CESR (UK), • Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training (Ireland), • Board Certification (e.g. American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry), • Equivalent recognised European, Australian, Canadian, or New Zealand qualification, • Minimum 3 to 5 years’ post-specialist experience as a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist (preferred for consultant level), • Eligibility for DOH Abu Dhabi Consultant licensure, • Excellent communication skills in English (Arabic is an advantage but not essential) Desirable Skills & Experience • Experience working in multicultural and international healthcare settings, • Expertise in neurodevelopmental disorders (ADHD, ASD), mood disorders, trauma, and complex presentations, • Experience in service development or leadership roles, • Familiarity with safeguarding and child protection frameworks

Here at Young Crisis Hub, we support young people during periods of crisis, in small, home based settings. Giving them all the support of a secure more clinical setting, in a homely residential environment. We specialise in solo placements for young people with complex needs, often subject to Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS). These are not traditional 3–5 bed homes. This is highly individualised care. Together with strong leadership, you’ll create safe and calm environments where young people can genuinely stabilise and move forward. We’re looking for experienced Support Workers who want flexibility, but still want to do work that feels meaningful and well supported. The Role You’ll support young people in their day today life, helping them feel safe, settled and understood. This includes following care plans, supporting routines, spending time together in a normal home environment, and working through difficult moments in a safe, steady and respectful way. This is hands on, relational work. It suits people who are comfortable sitting with challenge and who understand that progress isn’t always quick or neat. Essential Requirements: • A minimum of 2 year’s experience working within a CAMHS setting (applications without this will not be accepted – alternative roles are available), • Clear, fluent spoken and written English, due to the child’s communication needs Key Responsibilities Include: • Building strong rapport and relational safety with the young person, • Delivering care in line with care plans, assessments, and PBS, • Supporting daily routines, personal care, and activities of daily living, • Planning and engaging in developmentally appropriate activities, • Supporting community access and encouraging independence, • Maintaining accurate and detailed care notes, • Using a strengths-based, therapeutic approach at all times A Level 3 qualification is desirable, but the right experience, attitude, and commitment to improving young people’s lives are essential. All staff are expected to uphold the highest safeguarding standards, with a zero-tolerance approach to abuse or neglect.

Are you an experienced Social Worker looking to take the next step in your career? Join Wiltshire Councils Mental Health Team as a Senior Practitioner and help shape high-quality social care services for people with complex needs. About the Role As a Senior Practitioner, you will provide practice leadership, professional support, and supervision to Social Workers and social care staff within our men...

Senior Backend Developer (.NET | AI-First SaaS Platform) Compensation: Competitive, based on location and experience Location: UK or Turkey (Hybrid – Office & Remote) Keepnet is an AI-driven SaaS platform experiencing strong, sustained growth in the UK with growing global momentum, helping organisations manage human cyber risk at scale. With Agentic AI live in production, Keepnet runs autonomous systems that plan, build, and operate security awareness and human risk workflows, supported by strong guardrails and observability. We’re looking for a Senior Backend Developer who wants to build production-grade backend services that power these systems, working in a multinational, AI-first engineering team where quality, ownership, and long-term thinking matter. What You’ll Do • Design, build, and maintain scalable backend services for Keepnet’s Human Risk Management platform., • Build clean, modular APIs that integrate internal services and third-party systems to enable automation, reporting, and security workflows., • Develop testable, maintainable codebases using principles such as Clean Architecture, DDD, and TDD., • Own the full development lifecycle: design, implementation, CI/CD (Azure), and post-release monitoring., • Work on distributed and asynchronous systems using message queues, background workers, and event-driven workflows., • Use observability signals (logging, metrics, tracing, tools like Sentry) to proactively detect, diagnose, and prevent production issues., • Collaborate closely with frontend, product, and customer-facing teams to deliver features that solve real customer problems., • Participate in Agile ways of working, focused on iteration, ownership, and continuous improvement. What We’re Looking For • 8+ years of experience building backend systems with .NET., • Strong understanding of API design, distributed systems, and asynchronous architectures., • Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL preferred), caching, and queuing systems., • Familiarity with cloud environments and DevOps practices (Azure preferred)., • Comfort working on production SaaS platforms, with ownership beyond deployment., • Experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g. Cursor or similar) to support code exploration, refactoring, testing, or design discussions—while maintaining strong engineering judgment., • A strong sense of ownership and production accountability, including monitoring, debugging, and continuous improvement., • Ability to understand product and business context, making pragmatic technical decisions that balance user value, risk, and long-term goals., • A security-conscious mindset, building systems that are secure by design. Life at Keepnet At Keepnet, engineering is about craft, collaboration, and impact. What you can expect: • Hybrid Working: A balance of in-office collaboration and remote focus time., • Thoughtful Engineering: Time and space to design systems properly, not just ship quickly., • Global Context: Work on a multinational SaaS platform used across multiple regions., • AI-First Environment: AI-assisted development and production-grade AI systems are part of everyday work., • Annual Leave: 25 days (+1 per year of service)., • Health & Well-being: Gym support and cycle-to-work scheme., • Team Culture: Monthly team lunches and quarterly offsites., • Continuous Learning: Learn from experienced peers and grow your skills over time. Why This Role Is Different This role is for engineers who: • Care about system design and long-term maintainability, • Enjoy working with experienced peers who challenge each other constructively, • Prefer preventing incidents over reacting to them, • Want to build software used by real customers at real scale, • Believe good engineering is as much about ownership and judgment as it is about code If that sounds like you, we’d love to talk.

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The Youth Violence Intervention Practitioner role is to be part of the youth work team within Redthread with a primary focus on youth violence interventions in a health care setting. Our experienced, specialist youth workers engage with and support young people, aiming to reduce serious youth violen

We are seeking experienced Support Workers and HCAs to provide high-quality care within a variety of settings, including residential homes, supported living services, and healthcare environments. Are you a compassionate, reliable, and dedicated Support Worker or Healthcare Assistant looking for flex

Shifts: Long days & waking nights available About the Role We are currently recruiting Childrens Support Workers to work with vulnerable young people who present with mental health needs and challenging behaviours. This is a rewarding role where you will make a genuine difference to the lives

Want to feel in control of your career? You'll feel at home here. Within the Hertfordshire patch Bank Support Workers may be able to work shifts from five different services all working with Learning Disabilities with a focus on Positive Behaviour Support. Bank Support Workers will provide support t

Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. Our night support workers are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celeb

Respectful and reflective of our Cares values always which underpin our mission to provide care and support for our clients by :. We are seeking compassionate Care Workers for full-time or part-time positions in Chertsey (KT16), Walton-on-Thames (KT12), Hersham, New Haw, Byfleet, Addlestone (KT15),

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our team of healthcare workers. As a healthcare worker, you will play a vital role in providing care to our patients and ensuring their well‑being. Provide direct care to patients, including assistance with activities of daily living,