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SENDIASS Support Worker Salary: £23,857.60 pro rata, £26,936 FTE Contract: Part Time, 12-month fixed-term contract, maternity cover Hours: 31 hours per week, working pattern will be negotiated with your line manager Base Location: Home-based, with expected travel to regular meetings within Richmond and Kingston Benefits • 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service, • Bank Holidays, • Company Pension, • Life Assurance x2, • Employee Discount Scheme, • Medical Cash Plan, • Pro rata benefits About Us We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's services providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as leaving care services, education and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff, and believe in their futures. PCS SENDIASS SENDIASS services are part of the children's services branch of Polaris. PCS SENDIASS provides timely, confidential and impartial information, advice and support for parents, carers, children and young people with special educational needs or disabilities (SEND). The aim of PCS SENDIASS is to ensure that children and young people with SEND and their families are empowered to play an active and informed role in their education. Requirements We are looking for a SENDIASS Support Worker to join our friendly team based in Richmond and Kingston on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The successful applicant will have a track record or personal experience in special educational needs, disabilities, education, health or social care. They will provide customers with confidential, impartial, one-to-one support on issues relating to SEND. They must be professional, approachable and outcome-focused. You will also require the following: • Have a qualification in SEND law or be willing to work towards achieving IPSEA SEN Law Training at Level 1, 2 and 3 within the first year of employment, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Strong knowledge of the London Boroughs of Richmond upon Thames and Kingston upon Thames, including an understanding of local communities, services, schools and support networks, • Personal or professional experience in a leadership position, a calm but assertive manner and an aptitude for managing complex conversations with a range of stakeholders, • Confident working with Outlook, Microsoft packages and databases Responsibilities • Provide individual support to a caseload of children and young people with SEND and/or their parents, • Support customers with common topics including EHCP applications, SEND tribunals, attendance issues, social care provision, exclusions and SEN support, • Provide support including explaining documents, co-writing applications, attending meetings or mediation with the customer, monitoring deadlines on the customer's behalf, and supporting or representing the customer at any stage of the SENDIST appeal process, • Help customers to have clear expectations of your role by using 'What to Expect' eligibility criteria and outcomes documents to agree the purpose and boundaries of the support you provide, • Explain and refer to relevant SEND legislation and policy when providing advice or support, for example the Children and Families Act 2014, SEND Code of Practice 2014, Equality Act 2010, Care Act 2014, SEND Regulations 2014 and SEN Support Guidance, • Spend time understanding the barriers customers face, identifying and advocating for things that will enable them to engage with SEND services, such as translation services, accessible forms, specific communication provision and emotional support, • Signpost to, and engage these services as required, • Proactively support children, young people and/or their parents to self-advocate as much as possible, • Coach and encourage customers to take control and complete some tasks themselves, even where you think you may be able to do so faster or better, • Work at least one advice shift per week, answering phone calls and emails to the Polaris SENDIASS helplines, • Listen generously to parents, carers and young people who contact the helpline, providing information and advice that enables callers to self-advocate, • Make an accurate record of your advice and support, • Continuously maintain database records, including duration of contact with cases, individual case details and documents relating to casework, • Cultivate professional relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, including Local Authority SEN teams, to achieve swift and positive outcomes for children and young people, • Contribute to the development of content and resources for the SENDIASS website and social media Polaris Children's Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Polaris Children's Services. Polaris Children's Services is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. PandoLogic. Category:Education, Keywords:Special Education Specialist, Location:Teddington, ENG-TW11 8ST

Social Worker/Snr Social Worker Roles Available- Ealing Council £37.50-£39 per hr Hybrid working Responsibilities Support the team to work within legislative and policy frameworks, ensuring that all social work interventions are based on a clear care and support plan. Advise staff on relevant legislative and policy frameworks within care and support planning and application of social work interventions. Oversee proportionate and holistic assessments, ensuring the strengths, capabilities and support available from the person’s wider network are maximised. Identify and advise on barriers to change and how needs impact on family members or others in a child’s support network. Lead and oversee the progression of complex and difficult social work cases within the parameters of agreed policies, procedures, and framework for delivering Social Work, including timely intervention, resolution and case closure or transfer. Represent Ealing in a professional and competent manner, especially when making representations at Court, with families, or with other agencies. Promote social work and contribute to a range of service-related projects as they arise, including the development of new initiatives through representation on working/multi-agency groups. Oversee application of social work values and ethics with staff working with children and families to make the most of their emotional and practical assets as well as accessing the care and support they need. Provide professional advice and guidance to the team and other workers where required. Challenge systems and decisions that are oppressive or discriminatory and promote a person’s human rights as enshrined in law. Demonstrates sound financial acumen with the ability to authorise and monitor expenditure in line with delegated authority, ensuring best value in service delivery. Experience in managing or influencing budgets to support children and families effectively Work with children and families in a variety of diverse and complex contexts, such as mental ill health, disability, substance misuse, domestic abuse, sexual exploitation, radicalisation, poverty, discrimination, and immigration. Be accountable for own performance and monitor the performance of a designated group of professional staff within the team taking appropriate action to maintain high practice standards. Enable continued development of professional skills and social work practice to meet service requirements, ensuring staff adhere to policies, procedures, and capability frameworks. Research, demonstrate, apply, and advise on the relevant theories and methods of social work practice to complex situations, to help support staff to achieve identified outcomes. Use and advise on evidence and value-based practice to inform complex analysis, recommendations and decisions needed to support, empower, and protect children. Demonstrate understanding of the dynamics between theory, research, evidence, and expertise in the application of professional judgement in decision making and advise other workers on this. Chair Strategy Meetings as and when required and decide upon thresholds to initiate child protection enquiries under S.47 of the Children Act 1989 using the London Child Protection Procedures and threshold of need local protocol guidance. Chair Standards of Care Meetings as and when required where there are concerns relating to the providers of care of looked after children. Ensure colleagues and foster carers are supported through training and learning events to support children using the Ealing Brighter Futures practice model and trauma informed way of working. Support the Practice Manager/Team Manager in the induction of new staff and in managing the development of the team’s knowledge base and expertise to ensure services are delivered and meet the standards required. Be Part of teams that handle new referrals including undertaking duty roles to assess immediate risks. To participate in the management of the duty system, as required. At the discretion of the Manager such other activities may be required from time to time to ensure the needs of the service are met. * Deputise for the Practice Manager from time to time as and when required

Early Years Practitioner (Level 3 Qualified) – Hillingdon, London Location: Hillingdon (Hayes), London Pay: £85–£100 per day Job Type: Full-Time | Temporary | Long-Term Start Date: September 2026 Salary is based on experience and qualifications. Higher rates apply to candidates with significant experience and/or qualifications. Are you a Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner looking for a rewarding role in a welcoming primary school? A friendly and inclusive primary school in Hillingdon (Hayes) is looking for a passionate Early Years Practitioner to join its Reception team from September 2026 for the full academic year. This is an excellent opportunity to support children at the beginning of their educational journey within a nurturing and well-resourced EYFS environment. The school is known for its supportive leadership, diverse community and commitment to helping every child thrive. The Role Working alongside experienced EYFS staff, you will: • Support learning across all areas of the EYFS curriculum • Deliver engaging play-based and adult-led activities • Promote early phonics, language, literacy and numeracy skills • Observe and record childrens progress • Help create stimulating indoor and outdoor learning environments • Support childrens wellbeing, independence and personal care where appropriate • Build positive relationships with families and colleagues • Promote safeguarding and inclusive practice at all times The Ideal Candidate You will have: • A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential) • Recent EYFS experience • Good knowledge of the EYFS Framework and child development • A caring, enthusiastic and proactive approach • Strong communication and teamwork skills • A commitment to safeguarding and supporting every child to succeed What the School Offers • A welcoming and supportive leadership team • A vibrant, inclusive school community • Well-resourced Early Years provision • Ongoing training and development • Full-time work for the academic year with potential for longer-term opportunities If youre a Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner ready to make a positive impact, wed love to hear from you. Why work via Teach Now? Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We: • Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance. • Offer an excellent refer a friend scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days. • Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee. • Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you. Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance

SENDIASS Support WorkerSalary: £23,857.60 pro rata, £26,936 FTEContract: Part Time, 12-month fixed-term contract, maternity coverHours: 31 hours per week, working pattern will be negotiated with your line managerBase Location: Home-based, with expected travel to regular meetings within Richmond and KingstonBenefits30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of serviceBank HolidaysCompany PensionLife Assurance x2Employee Discount SchemeMedical Cash PlanPro rata benefitsAbout UsWe are Polaris, one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's services providers.Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as leaving care services, education and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff, and believe in their futures.PCS SENDIASSSENDIASS services are part of the children's services branch of Polaris. PCS SENDIASS provides timely, confidential and impartial information, advice and support for parents, carers, children and young people with special educational needs or disabilities (SEND).The aim of PCS SENDIASS is to ensure that children and young people with SEND and their families are empowered to play an active and informed role in their education.RequirementsWe are looking for a SENDIASS Support Worker to join our friendly team based in Richmond and Kingston on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The successful applicant will have a track record or personal experience in special educational needs, disabilities, education, health or social care. They will provide customers with confidential, impartial, one-to-one support on issues relating to SEND. They must be professional, approachable and outcome-focused.You will also require the following:Have a qualification in SEND law or be willing to work towards achieving IPSEA SEN Law Training at Level 1, 2 and 3 within the first year of employmentExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong knowledge of the London Boroughs of Richmond upon Thames and Kingston upon Thames, including an understanding of local communities, services, schools and support networksPersonal or professional experience in a leadership position, a calm but assertive manner and an aptitude for managing complex conversations with a range of stakeholdersConfident working with Outlook, Microsoft packages and databasesResponsibilitiesProvide individual support to a caseload of children and young people with SEND and/or their parentsSupport customers with common topics including EHCP applications, SEND tribunals, attendance issues, social care provision, exclusions and SEN supportProvide support including explaining documents, co-writing applications, attending meetings or mediation with the customer, monitoring deadlines on the customer's behalf, and supporting or representing the customer at any stage of the SENDIST appeal processHelp customers to have clear expectations of your role by using 'What to Expect' eligibility criteria and outcomes documents to agree the purpose and boundaries of the support you provideExplain and refer to relevant SEND legislation and policy when providing advice or support, for example the Children and Families Act 2014, SEND Code of Practice 2014, Equality Act 2010, Care Act 2014, SEND Regulations 2014 and SEN Support GuidanceSpend time understanding the barriers customers face, identifying and advocating for things that will enable them to engage with SEND services, such as translation services, accessible forms, specific communication provision and emotional supportSignpost to, and engage these services as requiredProactively support children, young people and/or their parents to self-advocate as much as possibleCoach and encourage customers to take control and complete some tasks themselves, even where you think you may be able to do so faster or betterWork at least one advice shift per week, answering phone calls and emails to the Polaris SENDIASS helplinesListen generously to parents, carers and young people who contact the helpline, providing information and advice that enables callers to self-advocateMake an accurate record of your advice and supportContinuously maintain database records, including duration of contact with cases, individual case details and documents relating to caseworkCultivate professional relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, including Local Authority SEN teams, to achieve swift and positive outcomes for children and young peopleContribute to the development of content and resources for the SENDIASS website and social mediaPolaris Children's Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Polaris Children's Services.Polaris Children's Services is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.TPBN1_UKTJ

Residential Support Worker – Children’s EBD Locations: London, Essex, Kent and surrounding areas Hours: Full-time, permanent Service: Children’s residential care – Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties We are recruiting experienced Residential Support Workers to join child

Looking for a meaningful career where no two days are the same? Welcome to No Limits at MacIntyre. At MacIntyre, we don't just offer jobs — we offer opportunities to change lives . If you've ever imagined working in education but outside the confines of a traditional classroom, this could be your perfect next step. No Limits is our innovative education programme for young people aged 16+ with learning disabilities and/or autism. Together, we explore real-world learning — in the community, in work placements, and through personalised support that adapts to each young person's interests and needs. This role is term-time only (39 weeks per year) , part-time and full-time 3 to 5 days a week, 9am to 4.36pm (7.6 hours per day) . In this role, you'll support young people on their journey to independence. You'll help them build confidence, develop essential life skills, and discover their own unique path into adulthood. You might be supporting someone like Harriet : Harriet found the classroom overwhelming. With social anxiety and a speech impediment, she often felt unheard and unsupported. When Harriet joined No Limits, we worked closely with her to understand her communication style, introduce assistive technology, and empower her to make choices in her day-to-day life. Now, she's confidently ordering her own food in cafés and is thriving at college with support from the MacIntyre team. What we're looking for: We're not looking for formal teaching experience — we'll provide full training . What really matters is who you are : Are you warm, energetic and curious about people? Can you see potential where others see challenge? Do you believe in listening first, then acting with empathy and creativity? If yes, you're already speaking our language. You'll need a full UK manual or automatic driving licence , as travel is an essential part of the role. Why join us? A role with real variety — every day brings something new The chance to work 1:1 or in small groups with young people in their own communities Ongoing training and development in a supportive, values-led organisation The opportunity to be part of a team that puts relationships and respect at the heart of everything we do This is more than a job. It's a chance to be someone who makes a difference , helping young people grow in confidence, build independence, and feel proud of who they are. If you're ready to start a career where you matter as much as the people you support , we'd love to hear from you. MacIntyre – Empowering people to live a life that makes sense to them. name changed for privacy #IND About you Experience is not essential. For us, underlying ability and attitude are just as important as background and experience. If you have not worked in the field of education before then please don't be put off. We can provide all of the specialist training you need, but we can't train you to have initiative, to be friendly and patient, and those are essential qualities for this work. You must be a driver with a UK Manual or Automatic Driving Licence and have your own transport , willing and able to travel across the area, supporting young people from their own homes. Reasonable mileage is reimbursed. GCSEs (or equivalent) minimum C grade in English and Mathematics are essential. Some more things you need to know: Most of your work will be during term-time but there is up to three weeks' training and development commitment during academic holidays Some young people require assistance with personal care or medication About us MacIntyre is a national charity which supports over 1,200 people with a learning disability and/or autism. We were founded in 1966 by the visionary parent of a child with disabilities and have been growing steadily ever since. We celebrate and develop everyone's unique gifts, talents and contributions. No Limits is our further education division, providing bespoke education programmes to children and young people for whom more traditional learning environments are not appropriate. Training and Development At Macintyre we fully support your training and development. We know it can be daunting to start a new job, and not everyone learns the same way, so throughout your probation we will provide you with a mixture of eLearning, face-to-face training and mentoring support whilst on the job. This includes supporting you to complete the Level 3 Award in Education and Training. But it doesn't stop there - throughout your career with us you will have access to our own dedicated in house Learning and Development team, Quality Specialists and HR Teams. These teams, along with your Manager, will provide you with opportunities to learn and develop professionally as well as enabling and supporting you to achieve professional qualifications and career progression opportunities - all free of charge. Pay and Rewards We provide a range of benefits to reward and thank our staff which includes: 5.6 weeks' annual leave including statutory public holidays Workplace Pension scheme – MacIntyre will contribute 3% of your salary to all eligible employees MacIntyre Staff Savings Scheme Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing Health Cash Plan which provides money back on core health treatments such as: optical, dental, physiotherapy, chiropody (at reduced cost) MacIntyre Sick Pay (qualifying period) Life assurance scheme offering valuable benefits to your dependents MacIntyre Rewards Scheme which recognises and rewards staff MacIntyre Perks which offers up to 6% discount off leading retailers including Tesco, Curry/PC World, Costa and many more Access to the Blue Light Card which offers thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street for emergency and social care staff. Enhanced DBS Certificate (cost paid by MacIntyre) How to apply If this job sounds like the right fit for you, click on the Apply button on the MacIntyre website, complete some brief details and upload your CV. Please note: we reserve the right to close this advert early if we have received a sufficient number of applications, so don't delay, apply today. "Also note that MacIntyre does not offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of their employment." Safer Recruitment and Diversity statement MacIntyre safeguards and promotes the welfare of the children, young people and adults we support. Therefore we work with successful candidates to complete appropriate checks prior to joining. MacIntyre is committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion among our workforce. We want our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and the people we support. 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Social Worker – Children with Disabilities Team Location: Achieving for Children (Kingston & Richmond) Pay/Salary: £38.50 per hour (Umbrella) Office Working: Hybrid Contract: Locum We are currently working with Achieving for Children to find an experienced Social Worker for their Children with Disabilities Team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, supportive service working with disabled children, young people, and their families from initial assessment through to adulthood where appropriate. Working as part of a specialist multidisciplinary team, you’ll manage a varied caseload involving Child in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children work, while building strong relationships with families and partner agencies to ensure children receive the support they need to achieve the best possible outcomes. Duties Managing a caseload of children and young people with disabilities and complex needs. Completing Child and Family Assessments, Child in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children work. Developing and reviewing outcome-focused care and support plans. Undertaking direct work with children and families, ensuring the child’s voice is central to all planning. Working closely with Education, Health, and other partner agencies to deliver coordinated support. Chairing and contributing to multi-agency meetings, reviews, and planning forums. Preparing high-quality reports and maintaining accurate case recordings. Supporting children through transition planning where appropriate. Promoting strengths-based, relationship-focused practice to improve outcomes for children and families. What you need Social Work Qualification. Social Work England registration. Enhanced DBS (provided by us). Experience working within a Children with Disabilities Team or similar statutory Children’s Services team. Strong knowledge of Child Protection, Child in Need, safeguarding, and disability legislation. Experience completing statutory assessments and care planning. Excellent communication, assessment, and partnership working skills. Why Use Us At Sheldon Phillips, you are not just a number on a board, you are someone we get to know, creating a personal job search that is as individual as you are. Our expert team are trained to ensure that your needs are met, our compliance procedures are quick and efficient, while making sure you find the job you really want. If you are interested in this Social Worker – Children with Disabilities Team role with Achieving for Children, give Rhys Rafferty a call on (phone number removed) or email (url removed). Referral Bonus: Do you know someone who would be ideal for this role? Refer them to Sheldon Phillips and, if we successfully place them into a locum role, you’ll receive a £300 referral bonus as a thank you. If you know an experienced social worker looking for their next opportunity, we’d love to hear from them. Terms and Conditions Apply

Team Leader – Children’s Residential EBD Locations: Greenford, West London (UB6) and other London services Hours: Full-time, permanent Service: Children’s residential care – Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties We are recruiting experienced Team Leaders to join established children’s residential services supporting young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker or existing Team Leader who is confident leading shifts, supporting colleagues and maintaining consistently high standards of care and safeguarding. You will work closely with the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager, helping to provide a safe, structured and nurturing home in which young people can make meaningful progress. The role As Team Leader, you will: • Lead shifts and provide clear direction to the residential care team, • Support young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs, • Promote a consistent, trauma-informed and child-centred approach, • Manage challenging situations calmly and safely, • Maintain strong safeguarding practice, • Support care planning, risk assessments and behaviour-support plans, • Complete accurate daily records, incident reports and handovers, • Support staff supervision, induction and development, • Ensure routines, boundaries and agreed placement plans are followed, • Liaise professionally with families, social workers and other agencies, • Deputise for senior management when required, • Participate in the on-call rota where applicable, • Work shifts including evenings, weekends and sleep-ins Essential requirements Applicants must have: • Recent experience working within a UK children’s residential EBD setting, • Experience as a Team Leader, Senior Residential Support Worker or in a role involving shift leadership, • Strong knowledge of safeguarding and children’s residential-care practice, • Experience supporting young people presenting with challenging behaviour, • The confidence to lead staff and make appropriate decisions during a shift, • Good written communication and record-keeping skills, • Flexibility to work a residential shift pattern, including weekends and sleep-ins, • An existing and unrestricted right to work in the UK A Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare or Children and Young People is highly desirable. Important application information Visa sponsorship is not available for these positions. Applicants must already have unrestricted right to work in the UK. Recent UK children’s residential EBD experience is essential. Applications from candidates whose experience is solely within adult care, domiciliary care, healthcare or overseas settings cannot be considered. What the organisation offers You will be joining a growing children’s care provider with an experienced management structure and a commitment to delivering safe, stable and positive outcomes for young people. The organisation provides: • Supportive Registered and senior management, • Ongoing training and professional development, • Opportunities for career progression, • A structured and child-focused working environment, • The opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people’s lives To be considered, please apply with an up-to-date CV clearly showing your UK children’s residential EBD experience

SEND Tutor (with QTS) Location:West London Hours: 25 hours a week: (Monday-Friday) to be delivered flexibly Pay: £30 per hour We are seeking an experienced and compassionate SEND tutor to support a 12-year-old autistic child with ASD, SEMH needs. This is is a unique and rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a child's life by creating a positive and responsive learning environment. You will be working two-to-one with the young person, primarily within an SEN setting based in West London. This role will require some planning and feedback to be delivered to parents and multi disciplinary teams. SEND Tutor Role (with QTS): Based in West London this part time SEND tutor role will involve working with a student delivering and differentiating the bespoke curriculum that will be delivered to the student, alongside a support worker/LSA. It will be essential to ensure the SEND tutor has strong SEN skills and is able to adapt to the students needs on the day. The student will be in the home and will be receiving 25 hours of support five days a week to be delivered flexibly. SEND Tutor Key Responsibilities: Deliver a differentiated curriculum working in core subjects Build trust and emotional safety by attuning to the YP's pace and preferences Use positive, non-directive methods to support learning and engagement Focus on independent living skills and literacy Respect and support the YP's independence while remaining available to step in before overwhelm Identify and anticipate sensory and emotional triggers Encourage initiation, allow time for processing, and offer flexible choices Promote emotional regulation through calm and consistent presence Use alternative communication techniques such as makaton/visual timetables/pictures and symbols Be willing to accompany the YP to safe and familiar places that support well being and learning Essential Qualities: Experience working with autistic children or children with complex SEN Able to differentiate lessons based on the students needs Experience working with students with SEMH is desired but not essential Experience with AAC/Makaton/PECS Flexibility Travel to the home in West London Reeson Education: Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence. We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike. At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London. Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07

The company A dedicated residential children's home care provider based in South London delivering high-quality, child-focused support within a safe, structured, and nurturing home environment. The organisation supports children and young people aged 8-17 with a strong emphasis on safeguarding, emotional wellbeing, and personal development. With a growing service and increasing demand for placements, the organisation is now hiring multiple Residential Children's Support Workers to join the team and help deliver consistent, compassionate, and structured care. This is an opportunity to join a values-driven service where staff development, training, and progression are actively supported. The role A Residential Children's Support Worker is required to support the day-to-day care of children and young people within a residential home setting. You will play a key role in providing emotional support, maintaining safety, and helping young people build independence and resilience. You will take responsibility for: Supporting children and young people with daily routines including meals, hygiene, education, and recreational activities Building positive, trusting relationships to create a safe and stable environment Working closely with care plans, risk assessments, and key working responsibilities Supporting behaviour management using de-escalation and restorative approaches Maintaining accurate records, incident reports, and daily logs in line with Ofsted requirements Working collaboratively with families, social workers, and external professionals Ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed at all times Supporting emotional, social, and behavioural development of young people Participating in staff meetings, supervision, and ongoing training Working flexibly across a rota including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins What you need It is ESSENTIAL for the successful candidate to have the following: Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Valid Enhanced DBS certificate Subscription to the DBS Update Service Completion of Children's Care / Safeguarding training or equivalent * Experience working with children or young people in a care or support setting Other DESIRABLE skills include Experience in residential children's homes Strong understanding of safeguarding and Ofsted standards Ability to manage challenging behaviour using positive intervention techniques Emotional resilience and a compassionate, child-centred approach * Flexibility to work shifts including sleep-ins and weekends What is on offer On offer is the opportunity to join a growing and supportive residential care service making a real difference to the lives of young people. This role offers: £27,000-£35,000 PER ANNUM / £13-£16 per hour depending on experience and progression Multiple positions available within a growing service Paid sleep-in shifts Ongoing training, development, and progression opportunities A supportive and values-driven working environment Opportunity to grow within residential childcare and progress into senior roles How to apply? For more information on this role, please contact us directly or submit your CV via this advert. Alternatively call us on (phone number removed) for more information. We aim to respond to all successful applications within 5 working days. If you do not hear from us, your application has unfortunately not been successful on this occasion - but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities. T3AM Global is an equal opportunities employer and is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

Social Worker – Children's Assessment & Referral Team | Kingston & Richmond | £37.52 per Hour | Full-Time Locum Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity? We are recruiting for a Social Worker – Assessment & Referral Team to join Kingston and Richmond on a full-time locum contract. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive frontline team, making a real difference to children and families at the earliest stages of intervention. Position Details Role: Social Worker – Children's Assessment & Referral Team Location: Kingston upon Thames Council: Kingston and Richmond Contract: Full-Time Locum Start Date: ASAP Pay Rate: £37.52 per hour Hours: 37 hours per week Working Pattern: Monday to Friday Hybrid Working: Flexible hybrid working available About the Role You'll be part of the Referral & Assessment Team, undertaking timely assessments and safeguarding interventions to ensure children receive the right support when they need it most. Working closely with families and partner agencies, you'll help manage risk, promote positive outcomes, and support children through the early stages of statutory intervention. Key responsibilities include: Managing referrals, Child in Need and Child Protection cases. Undertaking child and family assessments, safeguarding investigations, and safety planning. Participating in strategy discussions, Child Protection Conferences, and pre-proceedings work. Preparing high-quality reports, court statements, and care plans. Carrying out direct work with children and families, ensuring the child's voice remains central to all decision-making. Managing a varied caseload while meeting statutory timescales and working collaboratively with multi-agency partners. What We're Looking For Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration. Completed ASYE. Experience within Children's Assessment, Referral, Safeguarding, or Front Door services. Strong knowledge of child protection legislation, assessment, court work, and risk management. Excellent communication, analytical, and case management skills. Why Join Kingston & Richmond? Kingston and Richmond are committed to delivering high-quality children's services through collaborative working, reflective supervision, and the Signs of Safety approach. You'll benefit from a supportive team culture, flexible hybrid working, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families. Why Choose SW Locums? SW Locums is one of the UK's trusted specialist social work agencies, offering access to exclusive local authority vacancies, competitive pay rates, dedicated consultant support, and a smooth, reliable recruitment experience from registration through to placement. Referral Bonus Recommend a friend or colleague and receive a £500 referral bonus for every successful placement. Terms and conditions apply. Apply today and secure your next rewarding Children's Social Work locum opportunity with Kingston and Richmond

SEN Support Worker, Kingston Upon Thames, KT2. A rewarding part-time role for a female Support Worker, supporting a fabulous 18-year-old girl with Cerebral Palsy. £18.00 to £19.50 gross per hour. Nearest Station: Kingston train station Salary/Wage: Weekdays £18.00 gph | Sleeping night £12.21 gph | Weekends £19.50 gph Driving Requirements: Yes, a driver is required; an automatic vehicle is provided whilst on duty Essential: Experience working with young adults with Cerebral Palsy and learning disabilities, excellent communication skills. Open to female candidates only. Must have a full UK clean driving licence. Days & Hours: Two Fridays per month: 4:30pm through to Saturday morning, 11.00 am One of those Fridays (once per month): 4.30pm through to 6.30pm Saturday. Pets in Home: One small, fluffy dog Accommodation Provided: Very comfortable single bedroom while working Recruiter Contact: Janet About the Client/Child: Anna is an outgoing, engaging and quick-witted 18-year-old who lives with her family in an adapted home in Surrey. She attends residential school during the week and enjoys spending her weekends at home.After a busy week at school, Anna enjoys relaxing in bed and can need some gentle encouragement and motivation to get up and make the most of her weekends. We are looking for someone positive and proactive who can motivate Anna to try new activities and enjoy different experiences. Anna has a fantastic sense of humour, is very quick witted and loves making people laugh. Once she feels comfortable, she enjoys fun, playful conversation and brings lots of personality to those around her. Anna is a huge Taylor Swift fan and has even seen her live at the O2. She absolutely loves music and enjoys attending live shows, West End productions, music festivals and a variety of events. She is also a big foodie and regularly goes out for meals with her support workers and family. Anna is a big Disney fan and enjoys relaxing at home watching Disney films – especially Snow White and was supported by her staff last year on a trip to Disneyland Paris. Anna has cerebral palsy and learning disabilities. She uses an electric wheelchair and requires support with personal care, as well as moving and handling. Anna is verbal and prefers to communicate verbally, although it can take a little time to get used to her communication style while you are getting to know each other. She uses an AAC device at school but does not always use this at home. Anna can experience some anxieties, so it is important that new staff take things slowly and approach her gently while building a trusting relationship. Once Anna feels comfortable with you, she is warm, engaging and great fun to spend time with. The Role at a Glance: This role involves assisting Anna with her daily activities, championing her independence, and engaging her in fun outings such as the festivals and concerts she loves to go to. On Friday evenings, Anna is usually tired and ready for bed between 9.00 and 10.00 pm. She requires support with her bedtime routine and settling for the night. She sleeps well and usually doesn’t wake until 8:00–9:00 am. If she does wake, she can text, and the support worker bedroom is upstairs. Weekday hours are paid at £18.00 until 11:30 pm, followed by a Sleeping Night rate of £12.21 ( Weekday night rate: in line with National Minimum Wage / Weekend rate: National Minimum Wage + £1 uplift) from 11:30 pm to 7:00 am. From 7:00 am on Saturdays, the rate is a weekend rate and increases to £19.50 per hour, with the Sleeping Night rate at £12.21. This Job Would Suit: A female Support Worker who is super energetic, ideally has similar tastes in music, festivals and has a genuine passion for supporting young people. This role could work well for someone looking for working part time alongside studying. A driver is essential for this role, and you must feel confident driving an automatic wheelchair adapted vehicle. Why You’ll Love this role: This is a lovely role, Anna being at the centre of it all. As well as her welcoming family and supportive case manager, ongoing training and supervision is also available. Working alongside Anna, to be able to make a positive impact on her life will be incredibly rewarding. Recruitment Process This vacancy is being managed through Snap Care’s Shortlist Service. We will review all applications and verify the essential criteria are met before passing suitable CVs and contact details to our client/case manager, who will continue the recruitment process directly. By applying, you consent to your details being shared with our client. Please note: Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for any of our vacancies. If a specific gender is required, this is a genuine occupational requirement under paragraph 1, schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010

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