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Looking to Transition into Schools? Start Here! Support Workers, Youth Workers, Care Staff & Child-Focused Professionals Wanted Do you currently work as a support worker, youth worker, care assistant, mentor, or in another child-facing role and want to move into working in primary schools? This i

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Residential Childcare Support Worker (Sessional/Casual). North Lakes Children's Services is a well-established local provider of residential care and education for boys aged 6-18. As a Support Care Worker there is a high expectation pl.

Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced Family Contact Worker to work with Greater Manchester Local Authority on a temporary basis. This is a full-time role working 35 hours per week, based from the Didsbury area. The post holder will support the delivery of supervised and supported contact between children and their families within the Children and Families service. Find out more about the daily tasks, overall responsibilities, and required experience for this opportunity by scrolling down now. Overview: The role involves supervising and supporting contact between children and their families, completing observations, and producing clear written records to support safeguarding and care planning. The service is open to candidates from a range of children’s services backgrounds including family support, early help, residential childcare and youth work. Main Duties: • Facilitate, supervise and observe contact sessions between children and their families, • Set up and manage contact arrangements in line with agreed plans, • Provide practical support and guidance to children and parents during contact, • Complete observations and contribute to ongoing assessments, • Produce clear and accurate written records following contact sessions, • Work closely with social workers and other professionals to support safeguarding and care planning, • Manage challenging behaviour and emotional situations appropriately, • Escalate concerns in line with child protection procedures Essential Criteria: • Experience of working with children and families within a support xrnqpay or care setting, • Understanding of child development and safeguarding principles, • Ability to manage challenging situations in a calm and professional manner, • Confident written and verbal communication skills, • Experience of completing records, reports or observations, • Enhanced DBS clearance, • Full UK driver’s licence and access to a vehicle If your skills match the above criteria, please apply with your up-to-date CV or contact Leah at Belmont Recruitment

We are looking for an enthusiastic, innovative and committed Social Worker to join us in our duty and assessment teams. The duty team will take cases from the point of referral, complete assessments, strategy meetings, initiate legal proceedings and PLO where required and the case will then transfer to our long term team thereafter. About you You will be an experienced Social Worker with at least 2 years' previous child care social work experience. With good needs assessment and risk assessment skills you will be able to work effectively in multi-disciplinary system, as well as in a team across the service and with other agencies. The duty teams are made up of a team manager, a senior practitioner and 6 social workers For more information, please send an up to date copy of your CV to (url removed) Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

Pastoral Support Worker – SEN School Location: Manchester Contract: Full‑time, long‑term Start Date: ASAP Employer: Teaching Personnel Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning? Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated Pastoral Support Worker to join a welcoming and inclusive SEN school in the Manchester area. The school supports pupils with a range of moderate special educational needs, including moderate learning difficulties (MLD), speech and language communication needs, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), social and emotional needs, and mild-to-moderate behavioural challenges. Many pupils require consistent emotional support, positive role‑modelling, and guidance with social development—and that’s where you come in. ⭐ Key Responsibilities As a Pastoral Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting students’ wellbeing, behaviour, and inclusion. Your responsibilities will include: Providing 1:1 and small‑group pastoral support, helping pupils regulate emotions, build resilience, and develop social skills. Supporting pupils throughout the school day, including transitions, break times, and in-class engagement. Implementing individual support plans and working closely with the SENCO, pastoral lead, therapists, and teaching staff. Monitoring attendance, punctuality, and behaviour, and assisting with early intervention strategies. Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils to boost confidence and self‑esteem. Using trauma‑informed, restorative, and positive behaviour approaches to de‑escalate situations. Encouraging positive choices, independence, and personal development. Liaising with parents/carers and external agencies where required. Requirements You will be a strong fit for this role if you: Have experience working with children or young people (youth work, sports coaching, mentoring, residential care, school experience, etc.). Can remain calm, patient, and supportive when dealing with emotional or behavioural challenges. Possess good communication skills and emotional intelligence. Are confident building rapport with pupils who may have low confidence or limited trust in adults. Are resilient, reliable, and committed to improving young people’s lives. Have an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or are willing to apply for one). Can commit to a full‑time, long‑term role. Why Work with Teaching Personnel? When you join Teaching Personnel, you gain access to: ✔ A dedicated team who supports you throughout your placement ✔ Competitive weekly pay and flexible payment options ✔ Access to a large network of specialist SEN schools across Greater Manchester ✔ Opportunity to make a true impact on young people’s lives. Teaching Personnel has been placing staff into specialist provisions for over 25 years—we understand schools’ needs and match you to roles where you can truly succeed and make an impact. Apply Today If you’re passionate about helping young people thrive—both emotionally and academically—this pastoral role could be the perfect next step in your career. Apply now with your CV and start your new journey today. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website

We are looking to recruit a Childrens Qualified Social Worker–within the Social Care industry in the Stockport area. The successful candidate will be working in a well-structured, organised team who are growing their social worker staffing levels. The Children Qualified Social Worker role will be for a minimum of 6 months. Responsibilities include: Initial Assessments and Core Assessments Section 47 Investigations Contributing to the duty rota Initiating care proceedings Working in a multi-agency capacity to support families and children Initial child protection reports conference reports Experience preferred: Post qualifying experience of working as a Qualified Social Worker – within the UK Social Care industry. Minimum Requirements: SWE Registration 1-2 years post qualifying experience within the UK Social Care industry Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you) Eligibility to work in the UKBenefits of working with Ackerman Pierce: Your own personal consultant Access to a variety of Social Care jobs Nationwide DBS and Compliance Service Quick and Easy Registration Process Access to CPD Guaranteed weekly payment To discuss this Childrens Qualified Social Worker - vacancy or any similar vacancies we currently have available in the Manchester area, please email your updated CV to us or contact Gurvinder Sanger for more information...

SEND Teaching Assistant We're recruiting for unqualified SEND Teaching Assistants to support children with severe, profound and complex learning and physical needs, including complex autism. This role is ideal for people with transferable skills from care, healthcare, support work, or personal experience and for those looking to transition into education. SEND Teaching Assistant - The role: -Providing one-to-one and small-group support to help pupils engage in learning -Supporting personal care, including toileting and changing -Assisting with mobility and physical needs, including wheelchair transfers and hoisting -Delivering sensory-based and play-based activities tailored to each child -Working alongside teachers, therapists and medical professionals to keep children safe, comfortable and included SEND Teaching Assistant - Who we need! -Care Assistant or Support Worker -Healthcare Assistant -Nursery or Early Years Practitioner -Residential Support Worker -Family Carer or someone with personal SEND experience -Anyone looking to move into education from a care-based role -Have to have experience working with SEND SEND Teaching Assistant - About you: -Experience supporting children or adults with additional, physical or learning needs -A calm, patient and compassionate approach, especially with personal care -Willingness to learn about PICA, PEG feeding, epilepsy and care protocols -Confidence supporting wheelchair users -A team player who can follow care plans and celebrate every small success -Ability to provide two years of employment references What's on offer for you! -Term-time hours for better work-life balance -Full training provided, including Team Teach -Ongoing support and development in SEND education -A role where you make a real, visible difference -Refer a friend and earn up to £250 -£100 joining bonus after your first 10 shifts 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 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

Qualified Low Intensity Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) NHS Pathfinder Partnership Part-time (18.75 hrs per week) GMRC is a registered charity working with adult women who are victims and survivors of sexual violence and child sexual abuse, providing independent, specialist support and promoting and representing their rights and needs. The post-holder will be based at GMRC but work alongside TRC and MASH womens services and work within the pathfinder partnership, across all partner organisations, providing high quality, evidence based, low intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) based interventions using a guided self-help model, to clients with who have experienced sexual trauma but also have additional mental health needs. Key responsibilities: - Work within the Pathfinder partnership consultation model to identify potential survivors who might benefit from a low intensity psychological intervention. - Undertakeclient-centred conversations and assessments which identifies areas where the person wishes to see change and or recovery and makes an accurate assessment of risk to self and others. - Provide a range of information and support for evidence based, low intensity psychological interventions whilst working within a flexible and person-centred model of care. - Work closely with other members of the team ensuring appropriate interventions are considered and identify where a transfer of care to an HSP or another pathfinder team member might be required. - Prepare and present clinical information for all clients on their caseload to clinical case management supervisors within the service on an agreed and scheduled basis, in order to ensure safe practice and the clinical governance obligations of the worker, supervisor and service are delivered. Benefits: • Flexible working TBC - Generous annual leave (30 days a year exc. BH) - Pension contributions - Reasonable travel expenses - Freeon-site parking Please submit the following as part of your application: • Your CV with your preferred contact details on outlining your relevant experience and qualifications, along with your referees, • A cover letter explaining your interest in the role, • Supporting statement addressing the requirements of the job descriptions and personal specification, demonstrating how you meet the full criteria (max 1-2 sides) as shortlisting for interview is dependent on the extent to which your application matches these Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form Your completed application form should be returned marked application form and the title of the post for which you have applied, Low Intensity fully trained Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) and emailed tousor you can post in a sealed envelope marked Private & Confidential to Alison Lloyd, GMRC, 73 Ardwick Green North, Manchester, M12 6FX. Late applications will not be accepted. Unfortunately, we are unable to write to applicants who are not shortlisted. Should you not hear from us by 20th February you should assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful. TPBN1_UKTJ

Primary School Teaching Assistant (SEN) in Manchester (M30) • A Specialist Provision attached to a mainstream Primary (M30). * Multiple full-time and part-time roles available * Short-term and long-term positions available * Varied start dates * Competitive rate £13.00 - £15.25 p/h A Specialist provision within a mainstream Primary school in Eccles, requires an SEN Teaching Assistants. The school requires staff on short-term and long-term contracts which could be either on a full-time or a part-time basis. The school cater for primary pupils with MLD, ASC, SCLN, SpLD, Visual impairments and HI. They are looking for individuals who are passionate to making a difference with children in Specialist settings. Within these roles, as an SEN Teaching Assistant, your job will involve creating positive relationships with the pupils and encouraging positive choices and behaviour. You will be expected to provide general support within the classes and work collaboratively with other LSAs and the class teachers. These roles have varied start dates therefore if you have any availability and are interested in the roles - please get in touch! Long-term roles available * Full-time positions (Monday-Friday, 8.30am-3.30pm/8.30am-4.00pm) * Required to commit to the school on a long-term basis * Interested in securing a permanent role Short-term roles available * Part-time and/or full-time positions (Varied/ ad-hoc days - 8.30am-1.00pm/ 12.00pm- 3.30pm/ 8.30am-3.30pm/4.00pm) * Would be covering emergency/ scheduled absences The schools are keen to consider a variety of staff in terms of experience, you are likely to be successful whether you are an experienced SEN support assistant, a graduate looking for experience in specialist provision or have current or prior experience support/care/ youth worker etc. Ideally if you have supported individuals with additional needs, that would be desirable however this is not essential to be successful. Interested in the jobs available? Please get in touch! Next steps: * Once we have your details, we will be able to put your CV forward for the positions. * The schools will shortlist CVs and ask to meet shortlisted candidates for an informal interview/ trial in school. * If you are interested in these positions, please get in touch with Mica at Aspire People! 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

Residential Support Worker – Children’s Home Brand New Children’s Home | 3–4 Bed Full-Time / Part-Time Opportunities Available About the Role We are looking for compassionate and dedicated Residential Support Workers to join a newly established children’s home. This is a unique opportunity to work with children and young people in a safe, nurturing environment, helping them achieve positive outcomes while supporting the home’s culture and routines. You will work as part of a supportive team, delivering high-quality care, promoting positive behaviour, and contributing to the day-to-day running of the home. Key Responsibilities Provide direct care and support to children and young people in a residential setting Assist with implementing care plans, routines, and activities tailored to individual needs Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing using trauma-informed approaches Ensure the safety and welfare of children, adhering to safeguarding policies and procedures Maintain accurate records of care, incidents, and daily activities Support the team in creating a nurturing, structured, and aspirational environment Collaborate with colleagues, the Registered Manager, and external professionals Participate in training, supervision, and team meetings to continuously improve practice About You You will: Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care / Residential Childcare, or be willing to work towards it Have experience working with children or young people, preferably in a residential or care setting Be compassionate, patient, and committed to promoting positive outcomes Have strong communication and teamwork skills Be resilient, flexible, and able to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins if required What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits Full training and support, including progression opportunities to Team Leader or Deputy roles The chance to work in a brand new home and make a real difference in children’s lives Supportive, values-led, and child-focused working environment Ongoing professional development and career progression Please click 'apply' or send your CV to the email provided

Family Contact Worker – Children & Families ? Manchester area | ? Children’s Services | ????? Family Contact Service We’re working in partnership with a well-established Children & Families service in the Manchester area to recruit a Family Contact Worker (Grade 4) to support some of the city’s most vulnerable children and families. This is a rewarding frontline role, ideal for someone passionate about safeguarding, child development and family-focused practice. The Role As a Family Contact Worker, you will play a vital role in facilitating, supervising and observing contact between children and their families, ensuring every interaction is safe, supportive and aligned with agreed care plans. You will: Facilitate and supervise family contact sessions, including complex and supervised contact Observe and assess interactions, contributing to ongoing child and family assessments Provide practical support and guidance to children and parents during contact Accurately record contact sessions, observations and outcomes Monitor agreed action plans and escalate concerns to the Social Worker where appropriate Work confidently within child protection procedures and court-related processes Promote equality, diversity and inclusive practice at all times What We’re Looking For We’re keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate: Experience working with children and families, particularly in safeguarding contexts A sound understanding of child development and child protection principles Knowledge of the Assessment Framework and how contact contributes to wider assessments Strong communication, organisation and decision-making skills Confidence managing emotionally complex situations professionally Commitment to continuous professional development and service improvement Essential requirements: Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Why Apply? Meaningful work making a real difference to children’s lives Supportive, values-driven service Opportunity to build long-term experience within Children’s Services Strong multi-agency working environment Apply Now To apply or request more information, please contact: ? (url removed) Referral Bonus ? Know someone suitable? If you refer a candidate who is successfully placed, you’ll receive £250 as a thank-you

Could You Be a Focus Foster Carer? Join Our Vibrant Service as a Focus Foster Carer £39,104 – £42,848 per year (made up of £540 per week skills payment + £212–£284 weekly allowances, tax-free) Do you have a spare room, live in Salford (Greater Manchester or within a commutable distance) are you aged 21 or over, and do you want to use your professional experience in a different but truly life-changing way? We’re looking for people with the heart, resilience, and skills to make a real difference as a Focus Foster Carer. What is Focus Fostering? Focus Fostering is a specialist form of fostering for children aged 5–18 who need solo placements, living within your home. These young people often have complex needs and may have experienced several moves before. It can be challenging — but it’s also one of the most rewarding roles you’ll ever do. You’ll be giving a child not just a home, but the chance to heal, stabilise, and thrive. What Skills Do You Need? If you’ve worked in: * Residential care, education, SEN, social work, CAMHS, counselling, youth work, or with children with disabilities — you may already have the transferable skills we’re looking for. We value people who can offer: ✔ Emotional resilience and calm under pressure ✔ Experience managing challenging behaviour ✔ A trauma-informed or attachment-aware approach ✔ Support for children with SEN or mental health needs ✔ Patience, empathy, and consistency ✔ Strong communication and teamwork What Support Will You Get? You’ll never do this alone. As a Focus Foster Carer, you’ll receive: * 24/7 support with a dedicated on-call service * Fortnightly visits as a minimum from your own social worker * Full training and preparation programme * Peer support groups and a strong network of carers * Regular family fun days and community events * Support and skills sessions including therapeutic parenting training Plus: Fostering Network membership Blue Light Card Company Shop membership Why Join Us? This is fostering with purpose — where your professional experience and personal commitment can transform a young person’s future. Whether you’re moving on from shift work in residential care, looking for a new path after social work, or wanting to use your skills from teaching or counselling in a fresh way, fostering could be the next step for you. This is more than fostering — it’s a professional role with real rewards. Interested? To find out more or express your interest. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Salford City Council (Fostering), please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application

Could You Be a Focus Foster Carer? Join Our Vibrant Service as a Focus Foster Carer £39,104 - £42,848 per year (made up of £540 per week skills payment + £212-£284 weekly allowances, tax-free) Do you have a spare room , live in Salford (Greater Manchester or within a commutable distance) are you aged 21 or over , and do you want to use your professional experience in a different but truly life-changing way? We're looking for people with the heart, resilience, and skills to make a real difference as a Focus Foster Carer . What is Focus Fostering? Focus Fostering is a specialist form of fostering for children aged 5-18 who need solo placements, living within your home . These young people often have complex needs and may have experienced several moves before. It can be challenging - but it's also one of the most rewarding roles you'll ever do. You'll be giving a child not just a home, but the chance to heal, stabilise, and thrive. What Skills Do You Need? If you've worked in: Residential care, education, SEN, social work, CAMHS, counselling, youth work , or with children with disabilities • you may already have the transferable skills we're looking for. We value people who can offer: ✔ Emotional resilience and calm under pressure ✔ Experience managing challenging behaviour ✔ A trauma-informed or attachment-aware approach ✔ Support for children with SEN or mental health needs ✔ Patience, empathy, and consistency ✔ Strong communication and teamwork What Support Will You Get? You'll never do this alone. As a Focus Foster Carer, you'll receive: 24/7 support with a dedicated on-call service * Fortnightly visits as a minimum from your own social worker * Full training and preparation programme * Peer support groups and a strong network of carers * Regular family fun days and community events * Support and skills sessions including therapeutic parenting training Plus: Fostering Network membership Blue Light Card Company Shop membership Why Join Us? This is fostering with purpose • where your professional experience and personal commitment can transform a young person's future. Whether you're moving on from shift work in residential care, looking for a new path after social work, or wanting to use your skills from teaching or counselling in a fresh way, fostering could be the next step for you. This is more than fostering - it's a professional role with real rewards . Interested? To find out more or express your interest. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Salford City Council (Fostering), please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Your Role as a Residential Child Care Worker \n As part of our dedicated team, you’ll play a vital role in creating a nurturing environment for children and young people aged 8–18. Competitive Salary: £34,719 – £36,248 (depending on experience and qualifications)\n• Fully Funde

Key Responsibilities: \n- Provide daily care, guidance, and support to children aged 11–17 with complex needs \n- Build trusting relationships and act as a positive role model \n- Support young people with education, health, activities, and life skills \n- Maintain accurate records and contrib

Your Role as a Residential Child Care Worker. Fully Funded Training: 100% funding for your Level 3 SVQ/NVQ in Residential Child Care. As part of our dedicated team, you’ll play a vital role in creating a nurturing environment for children and young people aged 8–18.

Residential Childcare Support WorkerLocation: WigtonContract Type: Full-time, permanentSpecific Hours: 42 hours per week - shift patternSalary: Unqualified: A base salary of £27,781.

Your Role as a Residential Child Care Worker \n As part of our dedicated team, you’ll play a vital role in creating a nurturing environment for children and young people aged 8–18. Competitive Salary: £34,719 – £36,248 (depending on experience and qualifications)\n• Fully Funde

Residential Childcare Support Worker (Sessional/Casual) Casual: Shift pattern- ad-hoc coverSalary: £12. Location: CarlisleNorth Lakes Children's Services is a well-established local provider of residential care and education for boys aged 6-18. As a Support Care Worker there is a high expectation p

Outstanding Ofsted | Stable contract lengths | A personable approach to agency | £500 referral fee Are you an experienced social worker looking for a change, or just want to weigh up your options to kiuckstart your2026? Leaders in care are currently partnered with an outstanding Ofsted rated loca

Leaders in care are currently partnered with an outstanding Ofsted rated local authority based in the South East, for an experienced Childrens social worker to join the child and. Are you an experienced social worker looking for a change, or just want to weigh up your options to kiuckstart your2026?