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Python Engineer (Django/Flask) Remote (UK-Based) Role Highlights: Position: Python Engineer Location: Remote within the UK Employment Type: Permanent Compensation: Competitive market salary plus equity options Overview: An innovative EdTech start-up is seeking a skilled Python Engineer to join their team. This company is changing education with an AI-driven platform that aligns with the UK National Curriculum, ensuring child-safe content and advanced safeguarding features. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain scalable backend services using Django and Flask frameworks. Design and implement RESTful APIs to support web and mobile applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features. Ensure the robustness and scalability of applications through testing and code reviews. Integrate MongoDB for data storage solutions as needed. Participate in agile development processes and contribute to continuous improvement. Qualifications: Proven experience as a Python Developer with expertise in Django and Flask. Familiarity with MongoDB or other NoSQL databases is a plus. Strong understanding of software development principles and best practices. Experience with version control systems like Git. Ability to work independently in a remote setting and manage time effectively. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Why Join Us? Be part of a mission-driven company that's making a tangible impact on children's education. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work while collaborating with a passionate and innovative team. Opportunity to grow with the company and take on increased responsibilities. Competitive compensation package with equity options.

Our client Luton council is looking for a Senior Practitioner to join their Children looked after team. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Carry a caseload of complex cases requiring a high level of professional skill, providing assessment, care management and other social work services relevant to the needs of the most vulnerable/at risk children and families. Require and maintain unallocated cases Under the direction of the Team Manager, using professional skills and experience to provide practice management to team members to ensure compliance with national and departmental policies, procedures and quality standards. Undertake research, training and development activities as required for the department and for the post holders' own professional development When agreed by Team Manager and in co-operation with the Training Section, undertake specific tasks to support and enable team members in the development of skill and the acquisition of knowledge and information relevant to the team tasks or to the professional development of team members As and when agreed by the Team Manager, undertake the role of practice teacher for students undergoing professional training who are on placement in the Department In consultation with the Team Manager and with other Team Managers who will assume Management responsibility for the Team, provide cover for some day to day duties during periods of annual leave or other absences of the Team Manager. When requested by the Team Manager represent the Department in its working relationships with other Agencies where issues of professional social work practice are under consideration Chair meetings including child protection strategy meetings when required.Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed. Double payrolls each week. *Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit

Our client, a well-established provider of children's residential care services, is seeking experienced Support Workers to join their dedicated team in Luton. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting young people and have previous experience working within an Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) residential setting. About the Role Working within a therapeutic and child-centred environment, you will support children and young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs, helping them to develop life skills, build resilience and achieve positive outcomes. You will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing and structured home environment, whilst acting as a positive role model and advocate for the young people in your care. Essential Requirements • Minimum of 1 year's experience working within a Children's Residential EBD Home., • Experience supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs., • Good knowledge of safeguarding, child protection and children's residential care practices., • Ability to manage challenging behaviours in a calm and professional manner., • Strong communication and relationship-building skills., • Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends and sleep-ins., • Right to work in the UK. What Our Client Is Looking For Due to the nature of the role and the needs of the young people being supported, applicants must be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of the experiences, challenges and influences affecting teenagers and young people growing up in the UK today. Successful candidates will have the ability to relate to young people, understand the social and environmental factors that may impact their lives, and use this understanding to build positive and meaningful relationships. This understanding may have been gained through professional experience, personal experience, youth work, mentoring, parenting, community involvement or other relevant life experiences. Key Responsibilities • Providing high-quality day-to-day care and support to young people., • Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing., • Supporting education, health appointments, hobbies and social activities., • Maintaining accurate records and reports., • Contributing to care plans, risk assessments and reviews., • Working collaboratively with colleagues, social workers, schools and external professionals., • Ensuring safeguarding and welfare remain at the centre of all practice. What's on Offer • Competitive salary., • Sleep-in payments where applicable., • Ongoing training and professional development., • Career progression opportunities., • Supportive management and leadership team., • The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of vulnerable young people. Please note: Applicants must have a minimum of one year's experience within a Children's Residential EBD setting. Only candidates who meet this essential requirement will be considered. To apply or to discuss this opportunity in confidence, please submit your CV to our recruitment team today

Title: Deputy Head of Service - Children with Disabilities Service Grade: M6 (Post: PREF(phone number removed))Reports To: Head of Service Department: Children's Social Care Working Pattern: Agile (Includes out-of-hours, evenings, weekends, and on-call rota) Purpose of Post Deputise for and assist the Head of Service in the strategic direction, performance management, and operational delivery of statutory social work interventions. Ensure vulnerable children receive a safe, consistent, and proportionate response in line with legislative regulations. Key Responsibilities Service Delivery & Risk (50%): Lead Family Help, Statutory, and Specialist teams. Formulate threshold mechanisms and take accountability for high-level risk decisions, legal gateways, and care plans (signing authority up to £1,000). Practice Leadership & QA (25%): Lead Quality Assurance (QA) audits and embed reflective learning loops to meet professional standards. Chair high-risk multi-agency meetings. Financial Management (5%): Independently manage delegated service budgets to ensure cost-effective resource allocation. Service Development & Projects (10%): Lead cross-departmental projects, identify service gaps, design policies, and manage organizational change. Partnerships & Commissioning (7%): Oversee specific commissioning arrangements, manage partner relationships, and represent the Local Authority at regional meetings. Management & Resources Staff Management: Line manage, recruit, and support approximately 4 Team Managers. Provide safeguarding oversight and staff well-being mentorship. Core Culture: Embed the voice of the child into operational practice, promote restorative and anti-discriminatory practices, and handle complex, distressing information resiliently. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

Outreach Tutor - Luton Prospero Teaching is looking for an Outreach Tutor to deliver bespoke education packages on a 1:1 basis to young people that are not attending school. As an Outreach Tutor, you must be able to create, plan and deliver 1:1 tailored lesson to bridge gaps in pupil's education and boost engagement and attainment levels. This opportunity is great for an experienced teacher who is looking to step away from the classroom to offer more personalised, enjoyable lessons. Most of these pupils will have been out of education for some time, so their confidence levels may be very low. It is your responsibility to reengage them in their learning and offer structure back into their daily routine. Prospero Teaching will work with you closely to monitor the progression with each pupil and support effective learning. CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS Location - Luton Position - Outreach Tutor Type of work - Contract Start date - ASAP Duration / Likely Duration - dependent on each student End date (if applicable) - N/A Contract type - Temporary Full time/part time - Part time and full time depending on availability Minimum rate of pay - Minimum rate £25 per hour Hours - Working hours can differentiate, minimum 1 hour per session and a maximum of 3 hours per session EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS QTS, QTLS, PGCE, EYFS or equivalent 6 months+ experience working in a UK school Up to date Safeguarding training issued in the last year (desirable however not essential) TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST: Hold Right to Work in the UK Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application Provide two professional child related references that cover the last two years OTHER If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people. Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate: Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management In-house Training and Development Team

Role: Qualified Social - Senior Practitioner LAC Team Contract: Temp to Perm Pay: £40p/h Salary: £35,745 - £38,890 Plus £3,500 market supplement Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Senior Practitioner on behalf of Luton Borough Council within their Children Services . About the Role To support practice development of our Newly Qualified Social Workers NQSW's through their assessed and supported year of employment within the Social Work Academy. To continue to promote the academy and career pathways and Luton as an employer. The Senior Practitioners also support the Principle Social Worker to strive for excellence across Children Services by delivering key training's on themes drawn from audits. As a Senior Practitioner: Provide reflective supervision to explore the NQSW's practice and factors influencing their practice responses (including emotions, assumptions, power relations and the wider social context). Develop a shared understanding of the knowledge base informing their analysis and the limitations of their thinking, and use this understanding to inform next steps. Guide the NQSWs with problem solving and assisting them with planning and decision making. Co-work complex cases and use advanced professional knowledge, skills, experience and initiative to support the NQSWs to develop assessment skills to identify and analyse risk to children and develop safety and supportive plans. Co-work cases in crisis with the NQSWs, directing the social workers and influencing decision making on the case. Support NQSWs practice development towards excellence Contribute to the NQSW assessment reviews as three, six and twelve months of their assessed year of employment . Support the NQSWs to gather and analyse sensitive and confidential information on families and record on LCS, collating key information relating to children's safeguarding and protection. To support the NQSWs to maintain accurate and up to date records in accordance with the Data Protection Act and GDPR 13-17 CASELOADS Skills and Experience Substantial post qualifying experience including in - depth experience in the field of child and family social work Demonstrable experience of coaching / mentoring including practice teaching In - depth ability to demonstrate a high level of competence in the practice of child and family social work Excellent organisational, skills. Demonstrable understanding of equality issues relating to the tasks and commitment to the achievement of equality Registered with the Social work regulator Relevant professional qualification, e.g.: Dip SW, CQSW, Registered with the Social work regulator Knowledge of current legislation, national guidance and best practice relevant to the post Demonstrable experience of the use of quality assurance processes to ensure that own work is of a high standard Experience of analysing and interpreting data and performance information About Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

Role: Family Support Worker - Family Help Team Contract: Temp Grade: L6 Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Family Support Worker - Family Help Team on behalf of Luton Borough Council within their Children Families and Education Service department. As a Family Support Worker within the Family Help service at Luton Borough Council, you will play a key role in supporting children, young people, and families to improve their wellbeing, resilience, and overall family functioning. You will work directly with families to complete holistic assessments and co-produce tailored family support plans that address identified needs. This will include regular direct work with children and families, both in the community and within service users' homes, ensuring that support is delivered in a meaningful, consistent, and relationship-based way. A key aspect of the role is managing risk appropriately and ensuring timely interventions to prevent escalation of need. Working in a multi-agency environment, you will co-produce and co-deliver support alongside partner agencies, based on agreed working arrangements with families. You will develop and deliver targeted interventions to support families with a range of issues, including parenting skills, building self-confidence, managing challenging behaviour, supporting parental mental health, and promoting positive child development. You will also develop specialist knowledge in a defined area of family support to enhance service delivery. You will ensure that the voice of the child is central to all assessments, planning, and interventions, and is clearly heard and acted upon throughout your work. The role involves organising and chairing multi-agency meetings, acting as Lead Professional where appropriate, and coordinating support for children, young people, and adults who require skilled intervention to prevent deterioration in their wellbeing. You will contribute to the delivery of targeted group and individual programmes such as Strengthening Families, Strengthening Communities, and evidence-based parenting programmes, supporting families to build resilience and achieve positive change. You will work closely with colleagues across statutory and voluntary sector services to monitor and review progress, ensuring that family needs are regularly assessed and that interventions are adjusted where necessary. This includes evaluating improvements in family resilience and parental capacity to provide safe and supportive care. Safeguarding is central to this role. You will be responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and protection of children, young people, and vulnerable adults in line with Council safeguarding policies and procedures. In addition, you will support managers within the Family Wellbeing Service in delivering operational objectives, plans, and performance targets, contributing to the continuous improvement of services for families in Luton. Please note this role does not attract sponsorship. About You You will have demonstrable experience of working with children, young people, and families within a social care, education, or health-related setting, with a clear understanding of the challenges faced by vulnerable families. You will be confident working in partnership with a range of professionals across different agencies, as well as effectively engaging mothers, fathers, carers, children, and young people to agree and deliver planned, outcome-focused interventions. You will be skilled in assessing needs in collaboration with families, using this information to develop clear, concise, and effective plans, targets, and reports that support both the wellbeing and protection of children. You will be able to manage and organise your own workload effectively, using your initiative to prioritise tasks and respond flexibly to changing service demands. With appropriate guidance, you will contribute to decision-making processes where child protection and family support are central, demonstrating sound judgement and a commitment to safeguarding. You will have a strong understanding of equality and diversity, including the impact of discrimination on individuals and service delivery, and how this can influence the experiences of the families you work with. You will demonstrate knowledge of the effects of deprivation, trauma, and abuse on the wellbeing and development of children, alongside a sound understanding of child and human development. You will ideally hold a relevant qualification such as NVQ Level 3 in Child Care or an equivalent qualification, supported by training relevant to working with children and families. The role requires flexibility, including the ability to work evenings and weekends when necessary, and to travel effectively across the borough and beyond as required. You must be able to communicate clearly and confidently with members of the public, providing accurate, supportive, and effective advice in fluent spoken English About us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

Our client Luton Council is looking for a Qualified social worker to join their Family Help team. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Complete clear, accurate and holistic professional assessments of need and risk in respect of children and families using the Department of Education and Luton's effective support document for children in need and potential significant harm. Taking the lead role to co-ordinate the multi-agency approach to prevent and address child protection issues and children in need. Undertake statutory duties under The Children Act 1989 and other legislation and guidance relating to children and families e.g. care proceedings, arrangements for adoption/permanency, risk assessments and investigations in relation to the protection of children. Including arrangements for obtaining and carrying out Court Orders, attending court as the Council's representative. Creating effective SMART plans referring to the Practice Framework, using the appropriate available resources ensuring needs are met through negotiation and consultation with professional colleagues and service users. Promote anti discriminatory practice and the empowerment of children and families. Build positive relationships with children and their families through promoting participation and undertaking direct work to ensure that their voices, wishes and feelings are heard. Update and maintain high quality and accurate case files in the council's social work database, Liquid Logic, ensuring that all key information and plans are recorded within timescales and comply with General Data Protection Regulations.Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed. Double payrolls each week. *Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit

Role: Qualified Social - Senior Social Worker Children Looked after Team Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Senior Social Worker on behalf of Luton Borough Council within their Children Services . About the Role To support practice development of our Newly Qualified Social Workers NQSW's through their assessed and supported year of employment within the Social Work Academy. To continue to promote the academy and career pathways and Luton as an employer. The Senior Practitioners also support the Principle Social Worker to strive for excellence across Children Services by delivering key training's on themes drawn from audits. As a Senior Social Worker: Provide reflective supervision to explore the NQSW's practice and factors influencing their practice responses (including emotions, assumptions, power relations and the wider social context). Develop a shared understanding of the knowledge base informing their analysis and the limitations of their thinking, and use this understanding to inform next steps. Guide the NQSWs with problem solving and assisting them with planning and decision making. Co-work complex cases and use advanced professional knowledge, skills, experience and initiative to support the NQSWs to develop assessment skills to identify and analyse risk to children and develop safety and supportive plans. Co-work cases in crisis with the NQSWs, directing the social workers and influencing decision making on the case. Support NQSWs practice development towards excellence Contribute to the NQSW assessment reviews as three, six and twelve months of their assessed year of employment . Support the NQSWs to gather and analyse sensitive and confidential information on families and record on LCS, collating key information relating to children's safeguarding and protection. To support the NQSWs to maintain accurate and up to date records in accordance with the Data Protection Act and GDPR 13-17 CASELOADS Skills and Experience Substantial post qualifying experience including in - depth experience in the field of child and family social work Demonstrable experience of coaching / mentoring including practice teaching In - depth ability to demonstrate a high level of competence in the practice of child and family social work Excellent organisational, skills. Demonstrable understanding of equality issues relating to the tasks and commitment to the achievement of equality Registered with the Social work regulator Relevant professional qualification, e.g.: Dip SW, CQSW, Registered with the Social work regulator Knowledge of current legislation, national guidance and best practice relevant to the post Demonstrable experience of the use of quality assurance processes to ensure that own work is of a high standard Experience of analysing and interpreting data and performance information About Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

Head of Music Luton | Full-Time | September 2026 Start Long-Term or Temp-to-Permanent Opportunity MPS/UPS (up to UPS3) + TLR Available Teaching Personnel are delighted to be working in partnership with one of Luton's most successful and highly regarded secondary schools, who are seeking an exceptional Head of Music to join their team from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and passionate Music Teacher to lead a thriving department and play a key role in embedding music at the heart of school life. The position is available on either a long-term or temp-to-permanent basis and would suit an experienced Music Teacher looking to progress into leadership or an established middle leader seeking a fresh challenge. About the Role As Head of Music, you will be responsible for leading the Music department and delivering engaging, high-quality lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4. You will inspire students to develop their musical talents while promoting participation in concerts, performances, enrichment activities and the wider cultural life of the school. Working closely with colleagues and senior leaders, you will help shape the vision for Music within the curriculum and ensure all students have the opportunity to thrive and achieve their full potential. About the School This secondary school is one of the most successful and respected schools in Luton and has been at the heart of the local community since opening in 1949. As one of the largest schools in the area, the school is consistently oversubscribed, with parents choosing the school not only for its strong academic outcomes but also for its excellent pastoral care and commitment to student wellbeing. The school's ethos centres around creating a safe, supportive and inclusive environment where every student can flourish academically, socially and personally. Staff benefit from a collaborative culture, supportive leadership team and a shared commitment to delivering outstanding education for all learners. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for a teacher who: Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Has a degree in Music and a recognised teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent). Has a minimum of two years' experience teaching Music within UK secondary schools. Has experience teaching Music across KS3 and KS4. Demonstrates strong classroom management and excellent subject knowledge. Has a genuine passion for Music and inspiring young people. Possesses leadership experience or the ambition and capability to step into a middle leadership role. Can contribute to extracurricular activities, school productions, concerts and performances. Requirements Available to start in September 2026. Able to work full-time, Monday to Friday. Able to provide references covering recent teaching experience in UK schools. Holds an Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or is willing to apply for one. What the School Offers A supportive and ambitious leadership team. A strong and positive school culture. Excellent facilities and resources. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. The chance to lead and develop Music within a highly respected school. What Teaching Personnel Offers Competitive pay in line with MPS/UPS, up to UPS3, plus TLR for the successful candidate. Long-term and permanent opportunities. Dedicated consultant support throughout the recruitment process. Access to a wide range of professional development opportunities. A trusted education recruitment partner with an excellent reputation and outstanding candidate reviews. If you are an enthusiastic and ambitious Music teacher looking to make a lasting impact as a Head of Department, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to arrange a confidential discussion, school visit, or trial day ahead of September 2026. 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

Graduate Teaching Assistant Houghton Regis, Bedfordshire Competitive Daily Rate September Start | Full-Time Looking to take your first step into education? A welcoming and supportive primary school in Houghton Regis is seeking an enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team from September. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates considering a future career in teaching, educational psychology, SEN support, or child development. ✨ What makes this Graduate Teaching Assistant role special? • Work alongside experienced teachers and SEN professionals Gain valuable classroom experience across Key Stages 1 and 2 Support pupils on a 1:1 basis, in small groups, and within whole-class lessons Develop behaviour management, intervention and safeguarding skills Access ongoing training and development through Tradewind Recruitment * Ideal stepping stone into teacher training or a long-term career in education The school prides itself on its inclusive ethos, strong leadership team and commitment to helping every child achieve their potential. You'll be joining a friendly staff team that values graduates who bring energy, positivity and a genuine passion for supporting young people. We're looking for: A graduate with a positive, proactive attitude Strong communication and relationship-building skills A passion for education and helping children succeed Any experience working with children is desirable but not essential Ready to make a difference every day while building your education career? Apply today or contact Tradewind Recruitment Houghton Regis to find out more

Role: SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Luton Start Date: As soon as possible Salary: £92 – £110 per day Make a Real Difference – SEN Teaching Assistant Opportunity in Luton! GSL Education is seeking a compassionate and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Luton. This rewarding role involves providing dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 5 pupil with a trauma background and challenging behaviour, helping them access learning and achieve their full potential. As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will: • Provide consistent 1:1 support tailored to the pupil's individual needs. • Build positive relationships and help promote emotional regulation. • Support the implementation of behaviour strategies and learning plans. • Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals. • Create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment. Requirements: • Previous experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant or in a similar support role. • Experience working with pupils with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour, trauma, ASD, ADHD, or related needs. • Experience within a PRU, SEN school, alternative provision, or mainstream setting supporting high-needs pupils is highly desirable. • Strong communication, patience, and behaviour management skills. • A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children and helping them succeed. Why join GSL Education? • Competitive daily pay rates. • Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement. • Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions. • The chance to make a lasting impact on a child's educational journey. An enhanced child-only DBS on the Update Service is required (or willingness to apply). GSL Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must complete an enhanced DBS check

Title: SEND Improvement and Quality Assurance Officer Department: Children, Families and Education Division: Quality Assurance Service Responsible to: Head of Service, Strategic Safeguarding, Quality Assurance & Practice Improvement Purpose of post: To support the strategic development of the SEND Service by leading and delivering on the SEND Improvement and Quality Assurance framework by undertaking quality assurance systems and monitoring tools and other activities to inform the delivery of good quality and professional practice for children and young people with Special Education Needs and Disabilities. Principal responsibilities 1. Delivery of good quality analytical Quality Assurance Framework including thematic, deep dive reviews, dip samples, and individual reviews., 2. To produce analytical reports including qualitative and quantitative data, findings, recommendations for improvement and that demonstrate impact of the Quality Assurance Framework. Plan for and lead on required identified actions to improve to SEND services and effective processes., 3. To lead on actions required for improvement of SEND practices contributing to improved outcomes for children and their families., 4. To effectively engage children, young people and their families in the operational work in evaluating services by ensuring Children, Young People and their families voices are reflected in Quality Assurance activity., 5. Lead, develop or facilitate on the delivery of learning resources and materials from the Quality Assurance Framework activity and other Quality Assurance activities., 6. Collaborate on the development, alignment and execution of departmental procedures to promote consistency, compliancy and sustained high quality procedures., 7. To work collaboratively with families, practitioners, managers, and professional partners, to reflect on practice to and lead on improvement., 8. Contribute to the strategic direction of the SEND service by helping to influence and develop strategic business plans, policy and procedure using information and data from the Quality Assurance activity. Context Luton Council and its community came together in 2020 to set an ambition for the future of the town. The ambition, captured in the Luton 2040 Vision, aims for Luton to be a town where everyone thrives and where strategies are in place and work together in building an inclusive economy and enhancing the wellbeing of residents of all ages. For children and young people, as a Local Area Partnership, we have collective responsibility to ensure that by 2040, we achieve: · good educational attainment from birth and higher educational attainment for all · greater support for the mental wellbeing of all our young people · more 'Good' and 'Outstanding' schools recognising effective education and learning provision for all our children · strong SEND provision and effective measures to tackle educational inequalities · increased access to adult education and lifelong learning for those who seek it · a child friendly town where children and young people grow up feeling safe and secure · the position where all children access their basic needs and essential services · reduced education and health inequalities for children and young people · children and young people expressing their collective voice and this is heard, matters and is acted upon · children and young people with SEND having the same access to opportunities, activities and the quality of life as other young people Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

Title: Social Worker - Family First Division: Children's Services Grade: L7 - M1 PURPOSE OF THE ROLE To work within a multi-disciplinary Family Help Team delivering early help and child in need services. The team includes social workers, family help practitioners, psychologists, police community support officers, CAMHS workers, adult mental health nurses, health visitors, youth workers, housing officers and voluntary sector partners. You will assess children and families, analyse risk and need, and develop effective care plans. The role involves working closely with children, young people and families, completing statutory visits, parenting assessments and coordinating multi-agency support to safeguard and promote welfare. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Assessment & Safeguarding Complete high-quality, holistic assessments using the Department for Education guidance and Luton's Effective Support document. Lead multi-agency planning to address child protection concerns and children in need., 2. Statutory Duties Undertake duties under the Children Act 1989 including care proceedings, adoption/permanency planning, risk assessments and investigations. Obtain and implement Court Orders and represent the Council in court., 3. Planning & Intervention Create SMART plans aligned with the Practice Framework. Ensure needs are met through negotiation and collaboration. Promote anti-discriminatory practice and empower families., 4. Direct Work Build positive relationships with children and families. Ensure children's voices, wishes and feelings are heard and influence planning., 5. Recording & Compliance Maintain accurate and timely case records on Liquid Logic in line with GDPR and council standards., 6. Court & Reporting Prepare court reports and witness statements. Work in line with Luton Borough Council policies and procedures., 7. CPD & Development Engage in supervision, training and professional development through the Social Work Academy and Research in Practice. WORKING ENVIRONMENT Hybrid working (community, office and home-based). Regular home visits (often lone working, risk assessed). Exposure to emotional strain and occasional challenging behaviour. Attendance at meetings across multiple locations. CONTEXT Luton 2040 is a vision for a healthy, fair and sustainable town where no one lives in poverty and children can thrive. This role forms part of the Families First for Children Pathfinder Programme (Apply online only)), investing over £45 million into reforming: Family Help Child Protection Family Network Support Packages Safeguarding Partnerships The new system includes: Multi-disciplinary Family Help services Specialist child protection response Greater use of family networks and family group decision making Strengthened multi-agency leadership Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

Pastoral Support Worker Temp-to-perm | Full time | Term-time only Location: Luton Pay: £92.63 - £100 per day Temp-to-perm Full time, term-time only Are you passionate about supporting young people to overcome barriers, build confidence and achieve success? Our partner school is seeking a committed, resilient and compassionate Pastoral Worker to join their dedicated team from September. This is an exciting opportunity to work within our specialist provision, supporting students who have experienced challenges in mainstream education and helping them to re-engage with learning, develop positive relationships and achieve their full potential. The Role As a Pastoral Worker, you will: Provide high-quality pastoral support to individual students and small groups. Promote positive behaviour, attendance and engagement with learning. Support students throughout the school day, helping them regulate emotions and make positive choices. Contribute to a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued. We Are Looking For Someone Who Has: Experience of working with young people, particularly those with SEMH needs or challenging behaviours (NOT ESSENTIAL) Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. A flexible, proactive and resilient approach. Enhanced DBS or willingness to apply. What We Offer: A rewarding role where every day brings new opportunities to make a difference. A welcoming and collaborative staff team. Ongoing professional development and training. Supportive leadership committed to staff wellbeing and career progression. The opportunity to develop new skills through guidance and support from the Senior Leadership Team. Small class sizes and a personalised approach to education. If you are committed to helping young people overcome barriers and are ready to make a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you. 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