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Location: Home-based, covering the South East (including London, Kent, Sussex, Southampton, Portsmouth, Bournemouth and the Isle of Wight) Salary: £35 per hour Foster Care Associates South East is an Ofsted-rated 'Good' service (2023). We are highly ambitious for our fostering families and want every child in our care to live safe and happy lives. We have an office in London Bridge, with staff and foster parents based throughout the region, including Kent, Sussex, London, Southampton, Portsmouth, Bournemouth and the Isle of Wight. We are looking for a highly motivated and passionate Therapist or therapy training social worker to deliver high-quality therapy services and strengthen our therapeutic offering. The role will support the development of a therapeutic environment for looked-after children and young people. As an Associate Therapist, you will offer consultation sessions to foster parents who require support when managing specific challenges. You will also provide consultation to internal staff to discuss issues relating to actual or potential placements, as well as liaising with external local authorities, social workers and schools. This rewarding role allows you to build strong relationships with new foster parents by delivering sessions and groups during their first year, helping them understand what it means to be a therapeutic foster carer. You will also facilitate workshops for staff to support reflective therapeutic practice and ongoing learning. Experience of working within a fostering service or similar environment would be beneficial. You should be able to demonstrate strong administrative skills, an understanding of regulatory policies and processes, and the ability to work effectively within a fast-paced team. For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Caroline Ellis, Registered Manager, on 07967 381058. To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care, Keywords:Caregiver, Location:Southampton, ENG-SO14 5QL

Salary: Up to £36,131.66 per annum (dependent on experience) Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' annual leave (rising to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays (pro rata), Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Location: Home-based, supporting foster parents across the Isle of Wight, Southampton and Portsmouth Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services that make a positive difference to the lives of looked-after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. However, our purpose remains the same: to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities. This is underpinned by a series of values designed to help children and young people reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. Despite our size, we remain a close-knit and supportive community. At FCA, we're one big family, committed to supporting every child and foster parent, every day. • Supporting foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care, • Supporting and monitoring the continued suitability and competence of foster parents, ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment, • Ensuring carers fully understand the fostering task, required competencies and expected standards, including complaints and representation procedures in line with FCA policies, • Providing and recording regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards, • Working in partnership using a team parenting approach to identify needs within the foster family (e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays), contributing to meetings and relevant actions, • Ensuring each child and foster parent is fully compliant with all key documentation, • Attending meetings and/or providing reports for commissioning teams regarding individual care packages, • Promoting participation of children and young people in agency development and access to local resources and opportunities, • Participating in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis, • Participating in the day duty system on a rota basis, supporting the referrals team, • Undertaking occasional initial home visits and Form F assessments, • A Social Work qualification, • Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent, • Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing, • A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and safeguarding procedures, • The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional overnight stays), • Confidence transporting children and young people in potentially challenging situations To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services, Keywords:Adoption Social Worker, Location:Southampton, ENG-SO14 5QL

Job Title: Childrens Support Worker Location: Southampton Contract Type: Temp Salary: £17.91 - £23.28 per an hour About the Role Connect2Hampshire are currently recruiting for Childrens Residential Support workers to work in one of Hampshire County Councils Children's residential home based in Southampton, Hampshire. You will work as part of a diverse and supportive team of professional carers to provide a highly structured, stimulating and caring environment for young people who may display extreme behaviour and high levels of distress, and who may have great difficulty forming and maintaining relationships. What is the day-to-day of the role: This is an opportunity for you to join a dedicated team as a Childrens Support Worker in a childrens residential home. Acts as a therapeutic parent and role model to the children in the home by building positive, trusting relationships and supporting them to feel safe and cared for. Requires a great capacity for patience, empathy, understanding and the ability to stay kind, consistent and respectful even when faced with extremely challenging behaviour. Includes the use of positive behaviour management strategies and physical restraint when required. Day-to-day activities can include cooking, cleaning, engaging in messy play and leisure activities, and helping with the personal hygiene of a child. You will work a shift pattern, whereby you will work shifts which include weekends and sleep in duties, flexible working requests can be considered. Additional enhancements are paid for evenings, weekends and sleep ins (terms and conditions apply). Required Skills and Qualifications • Experience of working with children, young people or adults within a residential, secure or similar setting is advantageous but not essential. You will be provided with training as well as regular ongoing training and support to develop both personal and professional skills., • Passionate about working with young people who have experienced a traumatic childhood, • Able to respond to challenging behaviour whilst maintaining positive relationships support and an environment which enables young people to maximise their potential, • Be physical fit enough to undertake the role and complete mandatory training, • An understanding of safeguarding Desirable Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Experience: • Level 3 (or equivalent) Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete, • Level 3 (or equivalent) Diploma in Residential Childcare ( Or willingness to complete within 2 years of employment within 2 years of employment), • Professional experience related to residential Child Care, • Knowledge of child protection, • Level 2 in Functional Skills, which is a C-grade (grade 4) GCSE in both English and Maths Benefits • Flexible working shift patterns About Us Connect2Hampshire is a managed service agency owned by Hampshire County Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders. Call to action: Upload your CV and apply on line or email

Deputy Manager – Residential Family Assessment Centre Southampton, England Job Title: Deputy Manager – Residential Family Assessment Centre Location: Southampton, England Salary: Qualified Social Worker - Higher Salary Band £40.000 to £45.000 Non Qualified £38000 to £40.000 (dependent on experience) Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Working Times: Alternate Weekends & Bank Holidays - Working Hours per week 48 Hours (Paid Breaks Inclusive of 48 Hours) with shared on call Support Reports to: Registered Manager Job Purpose We are seeking a motivated and experienced Deputy Manager with a strong background in social work, child protection, and family assessments to join our Residential Family Assessment Centre in Southampton. The role involves supporting the Registered Manager in the day-to-day operations of the centre, leading the staff team, and ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding, and professional assessment for children and their families. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Management: • Support the Registered Manager in the operational management of the service., • Provide supervision, leadership, and guidance to staff teams., • Take responsibility in the absence of the Registered Manager., • Assist with recruitment, induction, training, and performance management. Assessment & Safeguarding: • Oversee and contribute to comprehensive, evidence-based parenting assessments., • Ensure robust safeguarding practices., • Monitor and escalate child welfare concerns appropriately. Quality & Compliance: • Ensure compliance with OFSTED and relevant legislation., • Assist with audits, inspections, and quality assurance., • Develop and implement policies and care plans., • Supporting with Staff Compliance Documentation Communication & Partnership: • Build relationships with families and professionals., • Represent the centre in meetings and court as required., • Maintain accurate records and reports. Person Specification Essential Qualifications & Experience: • Preferred Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration., • Experience in residential family assessment or similar setting., • Leadership and supervision experience., • Strong safeguarding and assessment knowledge. Skills & Competencies: • Excellent communication and report-writing skills., • Strong decision-making and crisis management., • Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Desirable: • Management qualification or willingness to train., • Experience in OFSTED-regulated services. Why Join Us? • Join a passionate, multidisciplinary team., • Access to professional development and training., • Supportive management and staff wellbeing focus. Application Process: To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role

Do you like helping others Our client has a mission to support young people from various backgrounds, including those with mental health concerns, care leavers, Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASCs), and individuals transitioning from residential care back into the community. They focus on fostering independence and personal responsibility, providing tailored services that empower young people with the skills, resilience, and support needed to make informed decisions that positively shape their futures. Their goal is to enable them to pursue their aspirations and lead fulfilling, autonomous lives. Our client offers a range of accommodation options designed to support young people aged 16 – 25 at different stages of their journey toward independence. The Role Our client is recruiting a dedicated Waking Night Support Worker to provide holistic, ongoing support to young people facing a range of challenges including mental health issues, homelessness, poverty, addiction, or ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences). You will build professional, trusting relationships to assess needs, arrange appropriate support, monitor progress, and empower each individual toward independent living. Duties: • To remain awake and alert throughout the night to ensure the safety of those you support., • To promote the rights of service users and ensure that they are treated with dignity and respect., • To record and update information within a care plan about the service users you support through the night, ensuring all interactions and support provided are accurately documented to assist in the writing of monthly reports., • To empower young people to achieve the outcomes they identify as desirable for independent living., • Build empathetic, professional relationships with young people to develop trust and offer emotional and practical support, especially during times of crisis., • To support with nightly tasks such as medication and domestic duties, including cleaning of the house., • Maintain and review personalised risk assessments, care plans, ensuring the active involvement of the young person to promote a person-centred approach., • Work closely with external agencies (e.g. Social Workers, healthcare professionals, police or ambulance service) and in the rare circumstance of providing support and details for missing or injured young people., • Identify development and training needs to promote employability, including help with education and college applications, whilst accurately recording and documenting this with feedback to the Keyworker as required., • Good verbal and written English., • Minimum one year experience in the children and young persons' care industry., • Have an enhanced Child and Adult workforce DBS, or willing to obtain one at the company's expense., • Must have right to work in the UK as our client is unable to provide sponsorship., • Understanding of the importance of safeguarding and experience of implementing safeguarding procedures., • Familiarity with CQC and Ofsted standards is desirable., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships., • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a positive and proactive approach., • Ability to manage own diary and time., • Understanding of the principles of GDPR and confidentiality., • Passion – Bring energy, commitment, and heart to everything you do, showing genuine care for the young people they support., • Respect – Treat every individual with dignity, understanding their unique story and valuing their voice and choices., • Advocacy – Stand up for and alongside young people, helping them access opportunities, support, and services they're entitled to., • Innovation – Be open to new ideas and creative approaches that improve the way they work and the outcomes for young people., • Sense of Fun – Create moments of joy and connection, making spaces feel positive, welcoming, and uplifting., • 30 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) with additional days rewarded with long service., • Regular supervision, support, and ongoing training opportunities., • Support available for relevant health and social care qualifications., • Gym membership., • Health and wellbeing programme., • Blue Light Discount card., • Day off for your birthday (after successful completion of probation)., • Buy / bank holiday scheme (after successful completion of probation). If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people, our client would love to hear from you.

Our client’s mission is to support young people from various backgrounds, including those with mental health concerns, care leavers, Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASCs), and individuals transitioning from residential care back into the community. They focus on fostering independence and personal responsibility, providing tailored services that empower young people with the skills, resilience, and support needed to make informed decisions that positively shape their futures. Their goal is to enable them to pursue their aspirations and lead fulfilling, autonomous lives. They offer a range of accommodation options designed to support young people aged 16 – 25 at different stages of their journey toward independence. The Role Our client is looking for a dedicated Support Worker to provide holistic, ongoing support to young people facing a range of challenges including mental health issues, homelessness, poverty, addiction, or ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences). You will build professional, trusting relationships to assess needs, arrange appropriate support, monitor progress, and empower each individual toward independent living. Duties: • To remain alert throughout the day to ensure the safety of those our client supports., • To promote the rights of our client’s service users and ensure that they are treated with dignity and respect., • To record and update information within a support plan about the service users you support, ensuring all interactions and support provided are accurately documented to assist in the writing of monthly reports., • To empower young people to achieve the outcomes our client identifies as desirable for independent living., • Build empathetic, professional relationships with young people to develop trust and offer emotional and practical support, especially during times of crisis., • To support with tasks such as medication and domestic duties, including cleaning of the house, as well as conducting and participating in regular health and safety checks., • Maintain and review personalised risk assessments, support plans, ensuring the active involvement of the young person to promote a person-centred approach., • Work closely with external agencies (e.g. Social Workers, healthcare professionals, police or ambulance service) and supporting young people to various appointments including health visits, college interviews, home office appointments or social worker meetings., • Identify development and training needs to promote employability, including help with education and college applications, whilst accurately recording and documenting this with feedback to the Keyworker as required., • Good verbal and written English., • Minimum one year experience in the children and young persons’ care industry., • Have an enhanced Child and Adult workforce DBS, or willing to obtain one at the company’s expense., • Proof of right to work in the UK., • Understanding of the importance of safeguarding and experience of implementing safeguarding procedures., • Familiarity with CQC and Ofsted standards is desirable., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships., • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a positive and proactive approach., • Ability to manage own diary and time., • Understanding of the principles of GDPR and confidentiality., • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a positive and proactive approach., • Passion – Bring energy, commitment, and heart to everything you do, showing genuine care for the young people they support., • Respect – Treat every individual with dignity, understanding their unique story and valuing their voice and choices., • Advocacy – Stand up for and alongside young people, helping them access opportunities, support, and services they’re entitled to., • Innovation – Be open to new ideas and creative approaches that improve the way our client works and the outcomes for young people., • Sense of Fun – Create moments of joy and connection, making spaces feel positive, welcoming, and uplifting., • 30 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) with additional days rewarded with long service., • Regular supervision, support, and ongoing training opportunities., • Support available for relevant health and social care qualifications., • Gym membership., • Health and wellbeing programme., • Blue Light Discount card., • Day off for your birthday (after successful completion of probation)., • Buy / bank holiday scheme (after successful completion of probation). If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people, our client would love to hear from you.

Associate Therapist - Fostering Location: Home-based, covering the South East (including London, Kent, Sussex, Southampton, Portsmouth, Bournemouth and the Isle of Wight) Salary: £35 per hour About Us Foster Care Associates South East is an Ofsted-rated 'Good' service (2023). We are highly ambitious for our fostering families and want every child in our care to live safe and happy lives. We have an office in London Bridge, with staff and foster parents based throughout the region, including Kent, Sussex, London, Southampton, Portsmouth, Bournemouth and the Isle of Wight. The Role We are looking for a highly motivated and passionate Therapist or therapy training social worker to deliver high-quality therapy services and strengthen our therapeutic offering. The role will support the development of a therapeutic environment for looked-after children and young people. As an Associate Therapist, you will offer consultation sessions to foster parents who require support when managing specific challenges. You will also provide consultation to internal staff to discuss issues relating to actual or potential placements, as well as liaising with external local authorities, social workers and schools. This rewarding role allows you to build strong relationships with new foster parents by delivering sessions and groups during their first year, helping them understand what it means to be a therapeutic foster carer. You will also facilitate workshops for staff to support reflective therapeutic practice and ongoing learning. Experience of working within a fostering service or similar environment would be beneficial. You should be able to demonstrate strong administrative skills, an understanding of regulatory policies and processes, and the ability to work effectively within a fast-paced team. For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Caroline Ellis, Registered Manager, on 07967 381058. To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. TPBN1_UKTJ

Foster Care Associates (FCA) Senior / Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to £36,323.65 per annum (dependent on experience) Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' annual leave (rising to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays (pro rata), Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Location: Home-based, supporting foster parents across the Isle of Wight, Southampton and Portsmouth About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services that make a positive difference to the lives of looked-after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. However, our purpose remains the same: to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities. This is underpinned by a series of values designed to help children and young people reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. Despite our size, we remain a close-knit and supportive community. At FCA, we're one big family, committed to supporting every child and foster parent, every day. Duties Will Include Supporting foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care Supporting and monitoring the continued suitability and competence of foster parents, ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment Ensuring carers fully understand the fostering task, required competencies and expected standards, including complaints and representation procedures in line with FCA policies Providing and recording regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards Working in partnership using a team parenting approach to identify needs within the foster family (e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays), contributing to meetings and relevant actions Ensuring each child and foster parent is fully compliant with all key documentation Attending meetings and/or providing reports for commissioning teams regarding individual care packages Promoting participation of children and young people in agency development and access to local resources and opportunities Participating in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis Participating in the day duty system on a rota basis, supporting the referrals team Undertaking occasional initial home visits and Form F assessments You Must Have A Social Work qualification Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and safeguarding procedures The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional overnight stays) Confidence transporting children and young people in potentially challenging situations A full UK driving licence For more information about this post, please contact Caroline Ellis, Registered Manager, on 07967 381058 or Ray Kalaker, Fostering Service Manager, on 07813 054594. To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. TPBN1_UKTJ

A leading domestic abuse service provider is seeking a dedicated Children and Young People Development Worker / Play Therapist in Southampton. This role involves delivering therapeutic play to empower children and young people affected by domestic abuse.

We are currently recruiting passionate and committed Residential Child Support Workers to support young people within residential children's homes and supported accommodation services. Support daily routines, education and life skills. Funded Level 3 Residential Childcare qualification.

Job Title: Children's Support worker Location: Candle lodge - Southampton Contract Type: Temp Salary: £17.91- £35.82 per hour depending on shift worked About the Role Connect2Hampshire are currently recruiting for Children's Residential Support workers to work in one of Hampshire County Councils Children's residential home based in Southampton. You will work as part of a diverse and supportive team of professional carers to provide a stimulating and caring environment for young people who may display extreme behaviour and high levels of distress, and who may have great difficulty forming and maintaining relationships. Your focus will be to act as a 'therapeutic parent' and role-model to the young people by forming positive, trusting relationships that enable them to feel safe and cared for. This requires you to have a great deal of patience, empathy and understanding, and the ability to be consistent, kind and respectful, even in the face of extremely challenging behaviour. What is the day-to-day of the role: This is an opportunity for you to join a dedicated team as a Childrens Residential Support Worker in a childrens residential home. Acts as a 'therapeutic parent' and role model to the children in the home by building positive, trusting relationships and supporting them to feel safe and cared for. Requires a great capacity for patience, empathy, understanding and the ability to stay kind, consistent and respectful even when faced with extremely challenging behaviour. Includes the use of positive behaviour management strategies and physical restraint when required. Day-to-day activities can include cooking, cleaning, engaging in messy play and leisure activities, and helping with the personal hygiene of a child. Required Skills and Qualifications Experience of working with children, young people or adults within a residential, secure or similar setting is advantageous but not essential. You will be provided with training as well as regular ongoing training and support to develop both personal and professional skills. Passionate about working with young people who have experienced a traumatic childhood Able to respond to challenging behaviour whilst maintaining positive relationships support and an environment which enables young people to maximise their potential Be physical fit enough to undertake the role and complete mandatory training An understanding of safeguarding Must own a UK drivers licence (preferably Manual)Desirable Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Experience: Level 3 (or equivalent) Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete Level 3 (or equivalent) Diploma in Residential Childcare ( Or willingness to complete within 2 years of employment within 2 years of employment) Professional experience related to residential Child Care Knowledge of child protection Level 2 in Functional Skills, which is a C-grade (grade 4) GCSE in both English and Maths Benefits Annual leave of 24 days per annum Flexible shift pattern options to fit around todays lifestyle About Us Connect2Hampshire is a managed service agency owned by Hampshire County Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders. Call to action: Upload your CV and apply on line or email should you require more information on the above vacancy Connect2Hampshire is a trading style of Hampshire & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Hampshire County Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Hampshire is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

Children & Young People Development Worker / Play Therapist Location: South Hampshire Women's Refuge, Southampton Salary : £31,612 per annum Vacancy Type: Full time Closing date: 20 April, 2026 Make a real difference to the lives of children and young people affected by domestic abuse. At Stonewater, we believe every child deserves a safe space to heal and thrive. We're looking for a compassionate and creative Children & Young People Development Worker / Play Therapist to join our Domestic Abuse Services team. This is a unique opportunity to use your skills to empower children and young people through therapeutic play and person-centred support. What you'll do • Deliver age-appropriate, strengths-based play therapy to children and young people living in our refuge accommodation. * Use a variety of creative techniques - from storytelling and art to music and role play - to help children express themselves and build resilience. * Work with the children, young people and families development workers to create individual support plans and work closely with parents to create safe, nurturing environments. * Collaborate with multi-agency partners and contribute to safeguarding best practice. * Play a key role in shaping our children and family support programme. What we're looking for • A recognised qualification in psychotherapy or counselling (Dip/PGDip or above) and registration with a relevant professional body (e.g., UKCP, BACP, BAPT). * Experience delivering outcomes-focused therapy to children and young people. * Strong understanding of child development, attachment theory, and the impact of domestic abuse. * Ability to work creatively, flexibly, and in a non-judgemental way. * Excellent communication and partnership skills. Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us create safe, supportive spaces where children and young people can flourish. This post is restricted to female applicants only under the provisions of the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1. The role is based within a female-only domestic abuse refuge, where the provision of services requires a female worker to ensure the privacy, dignity, and safety of residents. Discover Stonewater: Stonewater have 20+ years' experience delivering refuge, safe accommodation and community based domestic abuse services. Our services include Women and Children's Refuges, LGBTQ+ Safe Space, a South Asian Women's Refuge and dispersed accommodation to support those that are unable to access traditional Refuges such as male survivors, those with pets and those facing multiple and complex disadvantage. Our dispersed model of safe accommodation ensures equal access for all. Stonewater is a leading housing provider. We manage around 39,000 homes, serving 82,000 survivors across our portfolio of affordable properties for general rent, shared ownership and sale, alongside specialist accommodation, with an ambitious house-building programme. Our mission is to provide quality homes and services for people whose needs are not met by the open market. We're looking for like-minded people to join our team of over 800 talented colleagues who embody our values of being ethical, ambitious, passionate, agile and commercial, as well as people who want to make a difference and transform people's lives. We are a Disability Confident Employer and working towards accreditation for becoming a Disability Confident Leader, which allows us to record and report on disability, mental health and wellbeing in the workplace to better support our colleagues. We have also achieved accreditation for being an Advanced Employer for Investing in Ethnicity Maturity Matrix. We are committed to being a Menopause Friendly employer and working towards accreditation our Menopause Friendly accreditation. Are you ready to #DiscoverStonewater? Stonewater reserve the right to bring the closing date forward should enough quality applications be received prior to the current closing date. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Stonewater, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Fostering Recruitment Officer / Family Support Worker Location: Home-based (with regional travel) Successful candidate is ideally based in Southampton/Eastleigh/Portsmouth/Fareham Salary: Competitive + benefits (permanent role) Benefits: Home-based, flexible working £750 homeworking allowance 45p per mile mileage 30+ days annual leave + bank holidays Virtual GP & wellbeing support Strong focus on work-life balance Ongoing training and career developmentNonStop Care is working with a national, non-profit fostering organisation to recruit a Fostering Recruitment Officer / Family Support Worker. This is a unique opportunity combining community engagement, recruitment, and hands-on support to foster families and young people. We are seeking someone located in Southampton/Eastleigh/Portsmouth/Fareham and immediate surrounding area. Travel required across the South Coast, focusing primarily on Hampshire and Dorset, including Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) and surroundings. About the role - Family support worker / Fostering recruitment officer This is a varied, people-focused position where you will work closely with both prospective and existing foster carers, while also supporting children and young people. You will play a key role in attracting and assessing new carers, as well as providing ongoing practical and emotional support. The role involves attending community events, building relationships, and contributing to positive outcomes within fostering. Key Responsibilities Engage and support prospective foster carers through the recruitment process Attend and help run community and recruitment events Provide practical and emotional support to foster families Work directly with children and young people where required Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders Promote fostering within the local community Please apply if you have: Experience in fostering, social care, or family support Strong communication and relationship-building skills A passion for supporting children and families Ability to work independently in a home-based role Flexibility to travel and attend occasional evening/weekend events Full UK driving licenceThis role offers flexibility, meaningful impact, and the opportunity to be part of a child-focused, non-profit organisation. Please send your CV over to (url removed). You can also apply via this web-site

Children & Young People Development Worker / Play Therapist Location: South Hampshire Women’s Refuge, Southampton Salary: £31,612 per annum Vacancy Type: Full time Closing date: 20 April, 2026 Make a real difference to the lives of children and young people affected by domestic abuse. At Stonewater, we believe every child deserves a safe space to heal and thrive. We’re looking for a compassionate and creative Children & Young People Development Worker / Play Therapist to join our Domestic Abuse Services team. This is a unique opportunity to use your skills to empower children and young people through therapeutic play and person-centred support. What you’ll do * Deliver age-appropriate, strengths-based play therapy to children and young people living in our refuge accommodation. * Use a variety of creative techniques – from storytelling and art to music and role play – to help children express themselves and build resilience. * Work with the children, young people and families development workers to create individual support plans and work closely with parents to create safe, nurturing environments. * Collaborate with multi-agency partners and contribute to safeguarding best practice. * Play a key role in shaping our children and family support programme. What we’re looking for * A recognised qualification in psychotherapy or counselling (Dip/PGDip or above) and registration with a relevant professional body (e.g., UKCP, BACP, BAPT). * Experience delivering outcomes-focused therapy to children and young people. * Strong understanding of child development, attachment theory, and the impact of domestic abuse. * Ability to work creatively, flexibly, and in a non-judgemental way. * Excellent communication and partnership skills. Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us create safe, supportive spaces where children and young people can flourish. This post is restricted to female applicants only under the provisions of the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1. The role is based within a female-only domestic abuse refuge, where the provision of services requires a female worker to ensure the privacy, dignity, and safety of residents. Discover Stonewater: Stonewater have 20+ years’ experience delivering refuge, safe accommodation and community based domestic abuse services. Our services include Women and Children’s Refuges, LGBTQ+ Safe Space, a South Asian Women’s Refuge and dispersed accommodation to support those that are unable to access traditional Refuges such as male survivors, those with pets and those facing multiple and complex disadvantage. Our dispersed model of safe accommodation ensures equal access for all. Stonewater is a leading housing provider. We manage around 39,000 homes, serving 82,000 survivors across our portfolio of affordable properties for general rent, shared ownership and sale, alongside specialist accommodation, with an ambitious house-building programme. Our mission is to provide quality homes and services for people whose needs are not met by the open market. We’re looking for like-minded people to join our team of over 800 talented colleagues who embody our values of being ethical, ambitious, passionate, agile and commercial, as well as people who want to make a difference and transform people’s lives. We are a Disability Confident Employer and working towards accreditation for becoming a Disability Confident Leader, which allows us to record and report on disability, mental health and wellbeing in the workplace to better support our colleagues. We have also achieved accreditation for being an Advanced Employer for Investing in Ethnicity Maturity Matrix. We are committed to being a Menopause Friendly employer and working towards accreditation our Menopause Friendly accreditation. Are you ready to #DiscoverStonewater? Stonewater reserve the right to bring the closing date forward should enough quality applications be received prior to the current closing date. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Stonewater, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application

Flexible Shifts | Weekly Pay | Minimum 25 Hours per Week We are currently recruiting Ad-Hoc Residential Support Workers to support children and young people aged 6–17 across a number of residential services. The homes support young people with challenging behaviours, learning disabilities and complex needs and we are looking for resilient and compassionate individuals who are passionate about making a real difference in young people’s lives. This is a flexible, ad-hoc role where you can choose shifts that work for you, however applicants must be able to commit to a minimum of 25 hours per week. The Role As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a vital role in ensuring the young people in our care feel safe, supported, and encouraged to develop independence skills. Your responsibilities will include: • Supporting young people with daily routines and independence skills • Managing and responding to emotional and behavioural challenges • Building strong, therapeutic and trusting relationships • Encouraging engagement in music, creative activities and structured routines • Maintaining a safe, consistent and nurturing home environment • Completing daily logs and contributing to care planning This role requires resilience, emotional intelligence and the ability to remain calm and consistent in challenging situations. You will play a key part in ensuring the needs of each child are met while supporting their personal growth and wellbeing Shift Patterns Typical shifts include: • 7:30am – 11:00pm • 10:00pm – 8:00am (Waking Night) Shift patterns may vary depending on the service, as we work with multiple residential providers. Requirements • Minimum 6 months UK experience working with children or young people in settings such as: • Residential care, • Schools, • Youth work, • Supported accommodation, • Prison service • Full UK driving licence • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness for us to process one) • Aged 21 or over due to safeguarding and Ofsted regulations • Confident supporting children with challenging behaviour and complex needs What We Offer • Flexible ad-hoc working • Minimum 25 hours per week available • Weekly pay – every Friday • Opportunity to gain experience across multiple services • Potential to move into a permanent role if you perform well within our partnered services Important Information • No sponsorship available • Not suitable for candidates seeking limited hours If you are passionate about supporting vulnerable children and making a positive impact, we would love to hear from you

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