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FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full- Time 35 Hours Location: The successful candidate will be expected to regularly travel to the regional office based in Sheffield. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: £23,542.56 per annum Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking 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 leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting them to make a difference in their community. The successful candidate will be part of a small team supporting the delivery of the agency's Participation Service. • Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster, • Planning family events and days out, • Forge close and productive working relationships with regional colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks, • Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans, • Maintain clear records, • Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion, • Ideally you will have some experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard, • Some experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful, • Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology, • You will have excellent communication skills, with an ability to build a strong rapport with both children and adults with an array of different needs and expectations, • Able to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour, • Good written skills with Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases, • Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on 07967 381036. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care, Keywords:Foster Parent, Location:Sheffield, ENG-S2 5HE

Hurlford, East Ayrshire 15 hour contract available Shift pattern; 7.45am - 10.45pm Are you interested in working for an award winning social care charity? Personal Assistants (Support Workers) have the most important role within Enable by making a positive difference every day to the lives of the people we support. No two days are the same for our Personal Assistants but what we can guarantee is that you will be supporting someone who requires support to achieve their goals and outcomes – whatever they may be! Each person we support has different support requirements, so your support worker role may include assisting them with various aspects of personal care, moving and handling or positive behavioural support whilst expanding their social networks and connections. Enable creates a bespoke team around every individual we support, and our team of Personal Assistants work collaboratively to ensure the safety, wellbeing and aspirations of the people we support are met. The Best in You Brings Out the Best in Me Lets introduce you to Stuart; Stuart is looking for a dedicated staff member to support him to live his best life within his own home. Stuart enjoys spending his time going out for drives in his car to go to the seafront and the countryside. Stuart also likes watching action and cowboy films and will often go to the cinema to see new films. Stuart is looking for someone who is keen to play dominos and will still be happy when they lose! Stuart needs a dedicated staff team who know him and are committed to supporting him with his day-to-day routine. Stuart receives support 7 days a week from 7.45am to 10.45pm. About You If you think you share the same interests and have the commitment, dedication, and above all, desire to support individuals to get the most out of life and become an inclusive member of society; then please apply now! Enable needs you and your values to help us create an equal society for every person who has a learning disability. You don’t need experience in care to start your social care career with Enable. We recruit people based on their values and transferrable skills. Wherever your journey has taken you up until now, join us, and together we will forge a new path in what could potentially be the most rewarding role you have ever had! Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate the following: • The ability to adapt your communication style in order to develop successful and enjoyable relationships with the people we support., • The commitment to work with individuals through their personal support plans to ensure people achieve their goals and outcomes and celebrate their successes., • A positive and flexible outlook to your work, and be able to work on your own and as part of a team. If this is, you, then please click the link to apply now. Every person we support has their own hobbies and interests, likes and dislikes, which is reflected in our person-centred recruitment processes. So, please give us as much detail about you to allow us to carry out our bespoke matching service. About Us We believe in developing all our staff and we provide an extensive learning programme together with in-house career development opportunities. These include, but are not limited to: • Person Centred approaches, planning and thinking, • Introduction to autism, • Epilepsy awareness, • Moving and Handling, • Adult support and protection, • Child support and protection, • First Aid, • Health cash plans providing a wide range of health benefits to help people cover the cost of their everyday health care., • Employee Assistance Programme, • Cycle to Work Scheme*, • Season Ticket Loans*, • Blue Light Card, • Where required, Enable will fully fund SVQ Health and Social Care qualifications – required for SSSC registration Starting a career with Enable is the first step towards making a real difference in our award-winning charity’s mission to help create an equal society for every person who has a learning disability. Enable is an equal opportunities employer and our recruitment, selection and assessment process is based entirely on values, skills and competencies required of the specific roles. The cost of PVG is paid upfront by the organisation and deducted from your wage if successfully appointed. Enable reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please submit your application as early as possible if this vacancy is of interest. Note: The successful applicant will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within 3 months of their start date.

Senior Residential Support Worker.Bed, Emotional Behavioural Needs, 11-17 years old.Sleep-in allowance £60, Hours- 2 on 4 off.Are you passionate about supporting.We are looking for a dedicated Senior Residential Support Worker to help provide high-quality, child-centred.As a Senior Residential Supp

In this role, you will conduct family assessments and support parents in providing safe environments for their children. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and mentoring skills, and a commitment to social care. A social care organization in Sheffield is seeking a BANK Support Worker

Residential Support Worker - SEND (Special Educational Needs) The role will include supporting 16-25-year-olds who have Autism, Learning Difficulties, and Mental Health difficulties. Students live in houses in and around Sheffield, with their peers and staff. The goal is to develop their independent living skills and participate fully in the running of the household, including meal planning, shopping, social activities, and household tasks. Staff will work closely with students to ensure they get the support they need to learn how to live more independently and make safe decisions. The Residential Support Worker will need to: Be a patient and caring approach when providing all aspects of care Be strong-willed and comfortable with challenging behaviour Have experience in one-to-one support to encourage independence and raise self-esteem Respect privacy and dignity at all times Be flexible and adaptable What do you need? Child & Adult DBS on the up date service Right to work in the UK – Photo ID eg: Passport, Driving License, Sharecode or Birth Certificate Shifts are available Monday – Sunday, AM (08:00 – 16:00), PM (15:30 – 22:00) Experience with vulnerable young people is essential to be considered for this role Send your CV to (url removed) Or click APPLY All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment. TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services

Company Overview Temploy Connection Limited is a dedicated recruitment agency based in Manvers, Rotherham . We specialise in sourcing top talent across various industries, with a focus on providing personalised and friendly service to both our clients and candidates. Summary We are seeking a Qualified Children's Residential Support Worker to join our team in the Sheffield area. This vital role involves providing compassionate and high quality care and support to children and young people in a residential children's home setting, which will contribute to the protection , safeguarding and promotion of education, health and well-being of the children and young people. Responsibilities • Deliver high quality 1:1 support tailored to meet the child/young persons care plan, • Build a consistent trusting and nurturing relationship helps that helps children and young people thrive and flourish, • Support people with personal care, daily routines, meal preperation, general housekeeping duties as well as hobbies and interests in the local community, • Implement therapeutic strategies and behaviour support plans in line with trauma-informed practice, • Work closely with family members and other professionals to ensure a person- centred approach at all times, • Act as a positive role model promoting independence, confidence, self-esteem and consistent boundaries, • Provide accurate record-keeping, incident reports and safeguarding documentation. Qualifications • Proven experience working with children and young people is essential, • Diploma level 3 in Residential Childcare, • Driving licence essential, • Enhanced DBS check, • Knowledge of Safeguarding Legislation., • Strong communication skills, patience and the ability to stay calm under pressure, • Ability to work flexibly across shift patterns, including evening, weekends and sleep in shifts. Call to Action • If you are passionate about making a difference in children and yound people's lives and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. Join us in providing exceptional support that truly matters—apply today to become part of our caring team

Senior Residential Support Worker – Children’s Residential Service Location Sheffield Salary £31,616 per annum plus sleep in allowance Hours Full time including evenings, weekends and sleep ins Contract Permanent Essential Requirements • Level 3 Children and Young People or equivalent or working towards Level 4, • Minimum 2 years’ experience within a children’s residential setting, • Experience supporting children with EBD, trauma and challenging behaviour, • Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures, • Full UK driving licence, • Ability to lead shifts and support junior staff, • Good IT skills and experience with care documentation The Role • Support the Registered Manager and Deputy in delivering high quality, child centred care, • Lead shifts, ensuring safe staffing levels and effective handovers, • Act as the responsible person on shift when required, • Support children with daily routines, independence and life skills, • Build positive, trusting relationships with young people, • Promote positive behaviour using trauma informed approaches, • Ensure accurate completion of care records, incident reports and safeguarding documentation, • Support with care planning, risk assessments and team meetings, • Contribute to maintaining a safe, clean and homely environment, • Work in line with Ofsted regulations and Children’s Homes standards Benefits • Competitive salary plus sleep in payments, • Ongoing training and development, • Supportive management structure, • Opportunity for progression Compliance Enhanced DBS required Full employment checks and references required Right to work in the UK is essential – sponsorship is not available for this role

Senior Support Worker – Children’s Residential Care (Female Only) Location: Rotherham Salary: £27,500 About the Role We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Senior Support Worker to join our children’s residential service in Rotherham, supporting a female young person in a nurturing, structured environment. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference, providing high-quality, person-centred care that promotes independence, emotional wellbeing and positive development. You will work closely with families and multi-disciplinary professionals to ensure the best outcomes for the young person. The role involves a combination of hands-on support and administrative responsibilities, requiring strong communication skills, resilience and a proactive approach. This is a female-only role due to the specific needs of the young person. Key Responsibilities • Support the young person with daily living activities, promoting independence and confidence, • Develop and implement tailored care plans to meet individual needs, • Provide support during educational, recreational, and social activities, • Transport the young person to school, appointments, and activities as required, • Maintain accurate records of progress, incidents, and daily logs in line with organisational policies, • Communicate effectively with families, colleagues, and external professionals, • Contribute to a safe, supportive, and nurturing home environment, • Utilise IT systems for documentation, reporting, and communication, • Uphold safeguarding standards and promote the welfare of the young person at all times Requirements • Minimum age of 22 years (in line with Ofsted regulations), • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce (or equivalent), • At least 2 years’ experience in residential childcare supporting young people, • Full UK manual driving licence, • Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Ability to work independently and as part of a team About You • Compassionate, patient, and resilient, • Passionate about supporting children’s growth and development, • Able to build positive, trusting relationships, • Organised with strong attention to detail, • Committed to delivering high-quality, child-centred care What We Offer • Competitive starting salary of £27,500, • Opportunity to make a genuine difference in a young person’s life, • Supportive team environment, • Ongoing training and professional development If you are passionate about supporting children and want to be part of a dedicated and caring team, we would love to hear from you

Residential Support Worker - Secure Accommodation Location: Sheffield Salary: £29,093 per annum + allowances Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week (early and late shifts, weekends, and sleep-ins) Contract: Permanent Candidates must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK Job Summary We are looking for committed, resilient, and compassionate Residential Support Workers to join our secure accommodation team in Sheffield. You will work with young people who are either vulnerable, on remand, or serving custodial sentences. This is a meaningful role where you can make a real difference every day. Key Responsibilities Provide consistent, child-centred care in a secure environment Establish positive relationships with young people and provide 1:1 and group support Contribute to individual care planning and safeguarding measures Participate in educational, leisure, and behavioural development activities Maintain accurate and confidential records Work as part of a supportive multi-disciplinary team on a 24-hour shift rota Qualifications A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete within 2 years) Experience in one or more of the following: Residential childcare Youth justice Special education Supporting vulnerable children or adults Skills & Requirements Strong communication and interpersonal skills Emotional resilience and ability to remain calm under pressure Ability to work shifts, including sleep-ins, weekends, and bank holidays Commitment to equality, diversity, and safeguarding Successful candidates will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check Benefits £29,093 annual salary + £1000 secure unit allowance + shift enhancements Generous holiday entitlement Full induction and ongoing training Career development and progression opportunities Flexible working options for those with caring responsibilities Inclusive and supportive working environment Guaranteed interview for disabled applicants who meet essential criteria (Disability Confident Scheme) Safeguarding Commitment We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. All roles are subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks. Apply Now Join us in shaping brighter futures for young people. Click Apply Now to start your journey as a Residential Support Worker in Sheffield. #DV8