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Our teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There’s lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference. You’ll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You’ll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you’ll get all the support you need to succeed, from in-house psychologists, to teaching assistants and therapy professionals. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well-resourced and we’ll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career. Luxborough Court School is a brand-new, purpose-built school registered for 150 pupils aged 5 – 19 with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. There is a large sports hall with changing facilities (the site was formally a Premier League football club’s training ground), a bespoke 6th form suite plus a number of other smaller individual spaces used for therapeutic intervention and bespoke support. The School benefits from extensive outdoor space plus a large central courtyard garden in the centre of the school and separate secondary and junior playgrounds, with a multi-use games area. We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you’ll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get: * * * * * * * * * Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You’ll be more than a English Teacher, you’ll be able to connect with our pupils because of: • Your ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others, • Your genuine passion for English and the impact your subject can have on young lives, • The ability to relate your subject to each pupil and build great relationships with your class, • Your enthusiasm and expertise to build your department, • You’ll also need previous teaching experience and have Qualified Teacher Status Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click ___ To view our ex-offenders policy please click ___. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools ___. Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

Shortlisting: Monday 12th January Interview: Wednesday 21st January £41,010 - £49,149 + excellent benefits For children with complex, challenging needs, the level of care and education must go above and beyond and that’s what drives us here at Witherslack Group. With our high staff-to-child ratio and in-house clinical teams, we’re proud to have won a reputation for excellence. Our aspirational homes, schools and ethos help us achieve the best possible outcomes. In short, we’re enhancing life opportunities. Our Designated Safeguarding Leads are a huge part of making sure our children and young people’s needs are fully recognised and comprehensively met. You will work as part of the leadership team and report directly to the Head Teacher for this crucial role. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other members of the Witherslack Group team in different locations to enable you to progress and develop your skills and knowledge. As a Designated Safeguarding Lead you will take responsibility for safeguarding within the school, this means that on a daily basis you will be liaising with statutory and non-statutory agencies, parents/carers and staff on matters of wellbeing , child protection and safeguarding and will be a great source of support, advice and expertise in the team. Luxborough Court School is a brand-new, purpose-built school registered for 150 pupils aged 5 – 19 with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. There is a large sports hall with changing facilities (the site was formally a Premier League football club’s training ground), a bespoke 6th form suite plus a number of other smaller individual spaces used for therapeutic intervention and bespoke support. The School benefits from extensive outdoor space plus a large central courtyard garden in the centre of the school and separate secondary and junior playgrounds, with a multi-use games area. There are good public transport connections with Chigwell Station less than a mile away, providing Central Line Tube services to London and Essex. The road links are good - the site is located near the M11, Junction 4. We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you’ll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get: * Training: A full induction and on the job training * Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays * Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits ___ * Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance * Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts * Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools ___ * A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time * Contributory pension scheme – matched up to 5% Our young people and their families come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. As well as having at least 3 years’ experience in a Designated Safeguarding Lead role, we will also look for: * Comprehensive portfolio of CPD related to Safeguarding and Child Protection. * Outstanding interpersonal and problem resolution skills. * A genuinely empathetic approach is also essential * Full UK driving licence At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click ___ To view our ex-offenders policy please click ___. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools ___. Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

Company: Aegis Care Shield Location: Hybrid (Remote / Essex-based) Contract: Part-time to Full-time (Phased) Salary: £50,000 FTE (Pro Rata during part-time phase) Start Date: ASAP Company Description Aegis Care Shield is an independent fostering agency in Essex with a bold vision, to provide safe, nurturing, and stable homes for children and young people in need. We're seeking a dynamic, qualified, and experienced Registered Manager to help us through Ofsted registration and into full operational success. Role Description This is a phased role: • Phase 1 (Pre-Registration): 0.5 days/week to lead on Ofsted application, draft policies/procedures, and prepare for inspection., • Phase 2 (Post-Registration): Full-time (5 days/week) as the operational lead of the agency. Key Responsibilities • Lead and oversee the Ofsted registration process and inspection readiness, • Write and implement all required policies and procedures in line with fostering legislation and best practice, • Ensure the service is compliant with the Fostering Services (England) Regulations 2011 and National Minimum Standards, • Recruit, supervise, and support staff and carers, • Maintain high standards of safeguarding, record keeping, and care planning, • Lead the quality assurance, development, and continual improvement of the agency, • Be responsible for regulatory notifications and liaison with Ofsted Qualifications Minimum Qualifications and Experience (minimum qualifications to be considered) • Social Work qualification (Degree, DipSW or equivalent), • Registered with Social Work England, • At least 2 years' experience managing a fostering or children’s care service, • Experience in managing a fostering agency or similar care setting, • Strong knowledge of safeguarding, compliance, and fostering regulations, • Experience of Ofsted inspections are highly desirable, • Knowledge of child welfare policies and regulations, • Strong leadership, report-writing, and communication skills, • Commitment to ethical, child-centred practice, • Leadership and team management skills, • Strong organisational and time management abilities Why Join Us? This is a rare opportunity to help shape a new fostering agency from day one, build a positive organisational culture, and make a lasting difference in children’s lives. We offer flexibility, autonomy, and the chance to lead a service with values at its core. To apply, please submit your CV and a short covering statement outlining your suitability. Please submit your full CV with any gaps in employment briefly explained

Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Senior Social Worker within the No Recourse to Public Funds Team to work Full Time based in Redbridge. The salary for this permanent Senior Social Worker job is up to £55,323 per annum. Main duties: • Support the manager, team and service by providing professional leadership within an integrated service., • Assist with overall responsibility within the team for assessment, care/support planning and review of people with a range of needs and their carers, working within a multi-disciplinary framework., • Provides expert guidance on statutory duties, prepares court reports and attends court and court of protection hearings in order to provide expert evidence when necessary., • Provide and develop specific specialist knowledge relevant to your professional role., • Ensure people receive the required health and social care support within the community, prevent hospital admission and proactively work with the principles of admission avoidance., • To lead, support and work collaboratively with health colleagues to ensure people are discharged from hospital within agreed timeframes and with appropriate support mechanisms in place., • High level of skill to evaluate risk in partnership with service users and carers, where required putting in place appropriate intervention plans to protect vulnerable adults., • Take a clinical lead and support all staff within the team on legal cases, court reports and challenges to completion of statutory duties., • Ensure the service users and carers needs and outcomes are met whilst utilising resources effectively., • Work autonomously and carry a small complex caseload., • Develop, encourage and maintain high professional standards by supporting the service with practice and knowledge development, quality assurance and contribute to the strategic direction of the service., • Provide supervision, line management support, advice and guidance to members of the team and service as required., • Ensure effective communication within the team and with colleagues internal and external to the organisation., • Actively promote and implement principles and practices of working within an integrated health and social care framework. Requirements of this Senior Social Worker role: • A Social Work Qualification or equivalent., • Understanding of relevant legislation., • Relevant Social Work experience., • 3 years post qualifying experience in health and/or social care setting. Contact: This Senior Social Worker job is advertised by Stefan Garrett; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive, regretfully we are only able to respond to candidates who meet our clients' requirements. As a pioneer of diverse recruitment, Sanctuary Personnel is proud to encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds as our pool of candidates is very much reflective of the clients that candidates will support within their role. This very much played a significant in previously winning ‘Best Candidate Care’ at the Recruiter Awards as well being a two-time finalist for the same award. Sanctuary takes great pride in building candidate and client relationships that promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). With recruitment consultants and all other employees undertaking annual online training on EDI and many other compliance training courses, Sanctuary is best placed to undertake a fair and thorough selection process. Reasonable Adjustments: If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

About Us We are Unique Support and Care Limited, a care provider and recruitment agency. We are currently recruiting for a multinational investment organisation, seeking to open a new Independent Fostering Agency (location is up to you), they are committed to building a service that delivers exceptional care, stability, and positive outcomes for children and young people. Who We Are looking for We are seeking a highly skilled and ambitious individual to take on and lead the fostering Agency. This is a rare opportunity to join at the very beginning, take responsibility for Ofsted registration, design your dream care agency prioritising care, culture, commercialism and compliance. Key Responsibilities • Lead the day-to-day management of the fostering service in line with Ofsted requirements., • Ensure full compliance with Fostering Services Regulations 2011, the Children Act, and National Minimum Standards., • Recruit, assess, and supervise foster carers, supported by a skilled team., • Line-manage supervising social workers and provide clear professional leadership., • Embed safeguarding and child-centred practice across the agency., • Build strong partnerships with local authorities, Ofsted, and multi-agency professionals., • Responsible for implementing the 4Cs: Culture, Compliance, Care, Commercialism., • Drive growth, innovation, and continuous improvement from start-up stage onwards. Requirements & Qualifications • Qualified in Social Work, Psychology, or a Therapeutic field (DipSW, BA/MA Social Work, CQSW, or equivalent)., • Minimum 2 years’ recent experience in fostering or children’s services., • At least 1 year in a supervisory/management role within fostering or children’s care., • Strong knowledge of safeguarding, fostering legislation, and Ofsted compliance., • Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle., • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills., • Ambition and vision to form a growing agency. Desirable Attributes • Trauma-informed or therapeutic care training., • Previous involvement in Ofsted inspections., • Familiarity with multi-agency working and partnership building., • Experience in recruitment, training, or mentoring foster carers., • Experience with start-up or newly registered fostering agencies., • Knowledge of digital case management or reporting systems. What We Offer · Highly competitive salary: £50,000 – £120,000 (depending on experience). · Equity/Profit Share: 20% company shareholding or 20% interest as the business grows. · Unique opportunity to build and shape a new fostering agency from the ground up. · Supportive and open communication, ensuring you have the guidance and resources you need. · Career-defining opportunity to make a lasting impact in the fostering sector. If this sounds like you, please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to: Recruitment Stages: 1. Quick virtual chat to review your CV and suitability for the role, 2. Interview with the head of investment committee, 3. Final Stage – (Prepare a cashflow model for review) Unique Support & Care Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Work Location: In person

Beyond direct support, youll also help to raise the profile of unpaid carers across the city, getting involved in community celebrations, awareness campaigns, and events like National Carers Week , ensuring carers voices are heard and valued. This new position will work as part of a partnership deli

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