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Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with exceptional skills in behaviour management and de-escalation techniques? If so, Tradewind is looking for someone like you to join their team in a behavioural support role. As a successful candidate, you will have experience in Team Teach, Pru, alternative provision, or as a support worker in a residential children's home. You will also have either a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in teaching support or a related field. In this role, you will: • Work with selected pupils outside of the classroom situation, including those excluded from or not working to a normal timetable., • You will develop 1:1 mentoring arrangements with pupils to help them agree on plans and targets to move forward., • You will provide information and advice to enable pupils to make choices about their own learning, behaviour, and attendance., • You will also provide support to pupils to enhance their emotional health and well-being (EHWB)., • You will also involve helping pupils to follow individual Education Plans where appropriate, as well as assisting in organising and running small group interventions such as circle time., • You will also liaise with parents and carers as appropriate. To be considered for this role, you must be subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable), and professional references checks. You must also provide a CV with a full employment and education history included, with any employment breaks explained. You must have the legal right to work in the UK. This is a full time role starting September 2026 and the competitive pay rate will be between £95 to £105 per day, depending on experience. If you are interested in this role and feel that you meet the qualifications and requirements, please email your updated CV to or call our Manchester office on .

Our Client, Stockport Council, is seeking a Children’s Social Worker to join their MASH Team. This is a Hybrid Working Role! Fantastic payrate of £35 per hour! Are you a Children's Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Responsibilities of this role: • Screen and triage incoming safeguarding referrals to assess risk and appropriate thresholds., • Gather and analyse information from multi-agency partners (police, health, education)., • Make timely decisions on appropriate interventions (e.g., early help, Section 17, Section 47)., • Undertake rapid safeguarding checks to identify immediate risk of harm., • Provide clear recommendations and ensure swift progression of cases to relevant teams., • Liaise effectively with partner agencies to ensure coordinated safeguarding responses., • Maintain accurate, concise records and decision-making rationale., • Apply relevant legislation, thresholds, and safeguarding procedures., • Ensure the child’s safety and best interests are central to all decisions. Requirements of this role: • Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England., • Must have a Social Work qualification (Diploma in social work, social work degree or equivalent), • Must have minimum of 3 years post qualifying experience working as a social worker Benefits of working through Reed, include: • Dedicated Recruitment Consultant., • Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team., • Free CV building and Interview support., • Free DBS checks., • Weekly payroll., • PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more., • CPD contributions., • Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients., • Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010. Does this role interest you? Apply today!

Our client Salford city council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Safeguarding team. About the role • To be a Child Protection Co-ordinator within the Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Unit and to chair child protection conferences and oversee the effective delivery of plans for children and young people., • This role involves ensuring that the statutory functions required within Child Protection Conferences are delivered in an effective way, that a high-quality service is delivered and that there is appropriate, monitoring and development to drive service improvement., • When required to support with other responsibilities within the Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Unit., • To contribute to the development of the service priorities within the Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Unit, promoting a focus on children's lived experiences., • To support the implementation and embedment of an asset based and restorative approach to practice within the SQAU., • Work with full regard to Salford City Council's Values, Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety and Community Strategy policies. 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.

Teaching Assistant Location: Salford, M5Start Date: ASAPPay: £14.25 - £16.65 per hour (PAYE or Umbrella)Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (30-minute lunch)Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term (with a view to continuing into the new academic year) Reeson Education is recruiting a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the M5 area of Salford. This full-time, long-term Teaching Assistant role will involve supporting pupils across KS2 who have a range of SEND and SEMH needs, both within the classroom and through targeted interventions, one-to-one support, and small group work. This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who enjoys building strong relationships with pupils, helping them overcome barriers to learning, and supporting both their academic and emotional development. The school is looking for a Teaching Assistant who can commit long-term and potentially continue into the new academic year. Teaching Assistant - Key Responsibilities: • Support pupils across KS2 as a Teaching Assistant within the classroom and during interventions Provide one-to-one support as a Teaching Assistant for pupils with SEND and SEMH needs Deliver small group interventions as a Teaching Assistant to support learning and progress Support pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, communication needs and other additional needs as a Teaching Assistant Encourage positive behaviour, engagement and emotional regulation as a Teaching Assistant Adapt learning resources and activities to meet individual pupil needs as a Teaching Assistant Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff as a Teaching Assistant Support pupils during lessons, breaktimes, transitions and structured interventions as a Teaching Assistant Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils and their families where appropriate * Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times as a Teaching Assistant Teaching Assistant - Requirements: • Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Youth Worker or Support Worker Experience supporting children with SEND, SEMH, ASD, ADHD or behavioural needs Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills Patient, resilient and nurturing approach as a Teaching Assistant Ability to work both independently and as part of a team * Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one) Why Apply for this Teaching Assistant Role? • Full-time, long-term Teaching Assistant position Opportunity to continue into the new academic year Competitive hourly pay of £14.25 - £16.65 per hour Supportive and welcoming primary school environment Valuable experience supporting pupils with SEND and SEMH needs Opportunity to make a genuine difference to children's learning and wellbeing Ongoing support from Reeson Education throughout your placement If you are a passionate and committed Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity within a primary school, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to begin your next Teaching Assistant role with Reeson Education. Reeson Education: Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence. We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike. At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London. Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%

Our Client, a Greater Manchester Council, is seeking a Children's CP Coordinator to join their Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Unit. Fantastic payrate of up to £39 per hour! Are you a Children Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Responsibilities of this role: • To be a Child Protection Co-ordinator within the Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Unit and to chair child protection conferences and oversee the effective delivery of plans for children and young people., • This role involves ensuring that the statutory functions required within Child Protection Conferences are delivered in an effective way, that a high-quality service is delivered and that there is appropriate, monitoring and development to drive service improvement., • When required to support with other responsibilities within the Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Unit., • To contribute to the development of the service priorities within the Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Unit, promoting a focus on children’s lived experiences., • To support the implementation and embedment of an asset based and restorative approach to practice within the SQAU., • Work with full regard to Salford City Council’s Values, Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety and Community Strategy policies. Requirements of this role: • Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England., • Must have minimum of 3 year's post qualifying experience. Benefits of working through Reed, include: • Dedicated Recruitment Consultant., • Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team., • Free CV building and Interview support., • Free DBS checks., • Weekly payroll., • PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more., • CPD contributions., • Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients., • Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010. Does this role interest you? Apply today!

Additional Needs Assistant - SEN Primary School | Oldham | September Start Location: OldhamRole: Additional Needs Assistant (SEN)Start Date: September 2026Hours: Full-Time, Monday - Friday Are you passionate about helping children with additional needs thrive? Do you have the patience, resilience, and enthusiasm to make a genuine difference every day? Teaching Personnel is working closely with a welcoming and nurturing SEN Primary School in Oldham that is looking to appoint a dedicated Additional Needs Assistant to join their team from September. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to build a rewarding career in education and support children who require additional help to reach their full potential. The Role As an Additional Needs Assistant, you'll work closely with pupils who have a range of additional needs, including: • Autism (ASC), • ADHD, • Speech and Language Needs, • Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, • Learning difficulties and developmental delays, • Sensory and communication needs No two days are the same. You'll play a vital role in helping pupils feel safe, supported, and engaged in their learning. What You'll Be Doing • Providing 1:1 and small group support, • Supporting pupils both inside and outside the classroom, • Using creative and engaging strategies to encourage learning and development, • Assisting with emotional regulation and promoting positive behaviours, • Supporting communication and social interaction skills, • Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and families to ensure every child receives the support they need, • Creating a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment We're Looking For Someone Who:, • Has experience supporting children or young people with additional needs, either in schools or transferable settings, • Is calm, patient and resilient, • Builds positive relationships with children and colleagues, • Has excellent communication and teamwork skills, • Is passionate about making a long-term impact on children's lives, • Can adapt their approach to meet individual needsTransferable Experience We Welcome:, • Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant experience, • Care work or support worker backgrounds, • Youth work or mentoring experience, • Nursery or childcare experience, • Residential care experience, • Sports coaching, • Psychology graduates, • Volunteering with children or vulnerable individuals, • Personal experience supporting family members with additional needs If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can genuinely change children's lives and be part of an incredible school community, we'd love to hear from you. When applying through Teaching Personnel, an enhanced DBS on the update service is a required document. If you do not have one already, you will be asked to apply for one through Teaching Personnel before you are able to start in a position. Any applicants that have been out of the UK for more than 3 months over the past 5

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with exceptional skills in behaviour management and de-escalation techniques? If so, Tradewind is looking for someone like you to join their team in a behavioural support role. As a successful candidate, you will have experience in Team Teach, Pru, alternative provision, or as a support worker in a residential children's home. You will also have either a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in teaching support or a related field. In this role, you will: • Work with selected pupils outside of the classroom situation, including those excluded from or not working to a normal timetable., • You will develop 1:1 mentoring arrangements with pupils to help them agree on plans and targets to move forward., • You will provide information and advice to enable pupils to make choices about their own learning, behaviour, and attendance., • You will also provide support to pupils to enhance their emotional health and well-being (EHWB)., • You will also involve helping pupils to follow individual Education Plans where appropriate, as well as assisting in organising and running small group interventions such as circle time., • You will also liaise with parents and carers as appropriate. To be considered for this role, you must be subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable), and professional references checks. You must also provide a CV with a full employment and education history included, with any employment breaks explained. You must have the legal right to work in the UK. This is a full time role starting ASAP and the competitive pay rate will be between £95 to £100 per day, depending on experience. If you are interested in this role and feel that you meet the qualifications and requirements, please email your updated CV to or call our Manchester office on .

Our Client, Trafford Council, is seeking a Children’s Social Worker to join their Team. Fantastic payrate of up £35 - £39 per hour! Are you a Children's Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Responsibilities of this role: • To provide a high quality and effective professional casework service, taking responsibility for working and managing a caseload within a framework of appropriate supervision, dependent upon the complexities of these cases and the social worker's experience., • To comply with legislation, statutory guidance and local policies and procedures., • To be competent in all areas of the PCF at Social Worker level and The Knowledge and Skills Statement (KSS) for approved child and family practitioners. Requirements of this role: • Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England., • Must have a Social Work qualification (Diploma in social work, social work degree or equivalent), • Must have minimum of 3 years post qualifying experience working as a Qualified social worker Benefits of working through Reed, include: • Dedicated Recruitment Consultant., • Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team., • Free CV building and Interview support., • Free DBS checks., • Weekly payroll., • PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more., • CPD contributions., • Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients., • Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010. Does this role interest you? Apply today!

Our client, a Greater Manchester Council, is seeking a Senior Social Worker to join their Locality Team. Fantastic payrate of £40 per hour! Are you a Children's Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Responsibilities of this role: • Taking the lead on complex cases involving children in need, child protection, and children in care., • Carrying out assessments and creating plans that reflect what children and families need., • Supporting and guiding less experienced team members and helping them develop., • Working closely with teachers, health professionals, police, and other agencies to ensure coordinated support., • Attending and sometimes chairing meetings to coordinate care and keep plans progressing., • Writing clear, professional reports for court and other key meetings., • Helping shape team practice, including involvement in training and service improvements., • Keeping case records accurate, up to date, and compliant with legal and local standards. Requirements of this role: • Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England., • Must have minimum of 3 years post qualifying social work experience Benefits of working through Reed, include: • Dedicated Recruitment Consultant., • Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team., • Free CV building and Interview support., • Free DBS checks., • Weekly payroll., • PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more., • CPD contributions., • Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients., • Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010. Does this role interest you? Apply today!

Job Title: Support Worker – Children’s Care Location: Northwest and UK Wide Salary: £240 per day + occasional sleep-in allowance Contract Type: Full-time, self-employed contract work About Us Collaborative Care are a specialist and dedicated provider of children’s care and support services offering a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where young people can develop and grow. Our placements offer young people stability, growth, and opportunities, and we are looking for passionate individuals to join our team and make a lasting difference to the lives of vulnerable and complex young people, many who have never had any stability in their lives. We differ from the norm as require robust and resilient support workers that can deal with challenging situations as many of the young people we support have a variety of behaviours and complexities. Our staff come from many backgrounds including military, police, previous care companies and prison services; however, we look for people who are strong in body and mind, and whose values match ours. We change lives and create positive futures, and we do this using bespoke and tailored support with a strong emphasis of trauma informed approaches. The Role As a Support Worker, you will play a key role in supporting children and young people with highly complex needs, helping them build resilience, develop life skills, and achieve their potential. You’ll act as a role model and provide guidance to less experienced staff, ensuring high-quality care and consistency across the home. You will be an advocate for positivity, and excellence as well as wanting to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people. Your responsibilities will include: • Delivering person-centred care and support tailored to each young person’s needs., • Building positive, trusting relationships with the young people., • Assisting with the care planning, reviews, and daily routines., • Supporting children with education, activities, and life skills. We want our young people to have fun and experience life., • Encourage weekly outdoor activities/exercise to promote health and wellbeing, mountain biking, hiking, swimming or just walking in the park., • Promoting safeguarding and ensuring the young person feels safe and valued., • Ensuring high standards of practice at all times., • Contributing to reports, care plans, and records in line with regulatory requirements., • Completing incident reports forms and ensuring details are accurate and detailed., • Working as part of a highly dynamic and specialist care team. About You We are looking for caring, resilient, and proactive individuals who can inspire and support both young people and colleagues and who are not afraid of risks and challenges. The young people we support can be aggressive, abscond, are at risk of CCE/CSE and may be involved in County Lines or similar. Some of the young people we support can self-harm or be high suicide risk and again this role is not for the faint hearted. We require individuals who are not afraid of conflict, are happy to put boundaries and consequences in place and are not fazed by aggressive behaviours. Essential skills and experience: • Some experience working with children or young people in a residential or care setting, or similar experience (home or work)., • Willingness to work towards Level 3 Diploma in Children’s residential care, • Strong communication and teamworking skills, • Ability to remain calm, compassionate, and professional in challenging situations., • A genuine commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the young person., • Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins., • Full, clean driving licence as use of a company vehicle will be required., • Right to work in the UK and speak fluent and clear English. What We Offer • Competitive salary with additional sleep-in payments., • Extensive mandatory training plus ongoing training, qualifications, and professional development opportunities., • Clear career progression into senior and management roles. “We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to safer recruitment practices, enhanced DBS checks, and satisfactory references.”

Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Role: Supervising Social Worker Basic Salary: Up to £38,616.92 per annum - dependent upon experience Contract: Full Time, Permanent Office Location: Chorley. Position is Homebased - with a caseload supporting our foster parents in Manchester and surrounding areas. Benefits • Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, • 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays, • Life Assurance, • Company Pension, • On-site Free Parking, • Employee Discount Scheme, • Medical Cash Plan 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 to 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. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. 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. Duties Will Include • Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care, • Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of foster parents, ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people, • Ensure that foster parents fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures, • Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards, • Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family, e.g., respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined, • Ensure each child and foster parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation, • Attend meetings and/or provide reports for commissioning teams to address individual packages of care, • Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community, • Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis, • Undertake 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 child safeguarding procedures, • The willingness and ability to travel extensively, including occasional nights away, • Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations, • Full driving licence Contact For an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Lorna Waite, Fostering Service Manager, on 07795 272123. 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 the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. PandoLogic. Keywords: Adoption Social Worker, Location: Manchester, ENG - M90 5XR

Children’s Support Worker (Flexible Hours)\n\nWe are seeking compassionate and dedicated Children’s Support Workers to join our team on a flexible basis.\n\nIn this role, you will work collaboratively to provide high-quality care and support to young people, promoting their emotional wellbeing and helping them make informed choices about their lives. You will play a key role in empowering service users to maximise their independence, rights, and personal development.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n Deliver consistent, high-standard care and support\n\n Promote the emotional wellbeing and safety of young people\n\n Encourage independence, choice, and decision-making\n\n Work effectively as part of a supportive team\n\nRequirements\n\n Full UK driving licence (essential)\n\n Minimum 6 months’ UK-based experience in a social care setting\n\n A calm, empathetic, and non-judgemental approach\n\n Positive attitude with a strong sense of commitment\n\nWhat We Offer\n\n Competitive pay rates with additional supplements\n\n Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle\n\n Opportunities for permanent positions and career progression\n\nPlease note:\n\n We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.\n\n * We are unable to consider candidates with work restrictions that limit their availability or ability to fulfil the role requirements.\n\nAll successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.\n\nWe are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable individuals. This commitment is reflected in our rigorous recruitment and vetting procedures.\n\nApply now—we look forward to hearing from you

Children's Residential Support Worker (Agency)\nNorth West England\n£13.00 - £16.80 per hour\nAd Hoc Shifts | Flexible Working | Temp to Perm Opportunities Available\n\nWe are currently recruiting experienced Children's Residential Support Workers to support a range of children's residential homes across the North West on an agency basis.\n\nThis is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking for flexible work, additional shifts, or a pathway for temp to permanent position within a children's residential setting.\n\nThe Role\n\nYou will be supporting children and young people within residential care settings, helping to provide a safe, nurturing and structured environment while promoting positive outcomes and independence.\n\nDuties may include:\n\n Supporting children and young people with their day-to-day needs\n\n Building positive and professional relationships\n\n Encouraging participation in education, activities and life skills\n\n Completing daily records and incident reports\n\n Supporting behaviour management strategies and care plans\n\n Promoting safeguarding and wellbeing at all times\n\n Working alongside multidisciplinary teams and external professionals\n\nRequirements\n\n Previous experience working within a Children's Residential Home\n\n Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures\n\n Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends and sleep-ins where required\n\n Strong communication and teamwork skills\n\n A caring, resilient and professional approach\n\nWhat's on Offer?\n\n £13.00 - £16.80 per hour\n\n Flexible ad hoc agency shifts\n\n Weekly pay\n\n Opportunities across the North West\n\n Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant\n\n Temp-to-perm opportunities available\n\n * Immediate starts available\n\nWhether you're looking for extra shifts alongside your current role or seeking your next permanent opportunity, we'd love to hear from you

We currently seeking a Substance Misuse Recovery Worker for our client in Manchester Forest on a 3 month contract to start ASAP.\n\nThe rate of pay will be negotiated between £21-23 an hour. This will be Full Time Contract, Monday to Friday from 09:00-17:00.\n\nAs a Recovery Worker you will be required to:\n\n Supporting service users from point of entry into the service and through their treatment/recovery journey;\n\n Providing screening, assessment, and recovery planning and onward referral;\n\n Reducing alcohol related harm to service users and the wider community;\n\n Promoting carer, service user and community involvement;\n\n Providing advocacy for access to partnership services;\n\n Working with service users to support social (re)integration, enabling them to lead meaningful and purposeful lives: promoting recovery, resilience, peer support and self determination.\n\nAn Enhanced Adults and Children's DBS will be required for this position

Our client Salford city council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Safeguarding team.\n\nAbout the role\n\nTo be a Child Protection Co-ordinator within the Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Unit and to chair child protection conferences and oversee the effective delivery of plans for children and young people.\nThis role involves ensuring that the statutory functions required within Child Protection Conferences are delivered in an effective way, that a high-quality service is delivered and that there is appropriate, monitoring and development to drive service improvement. \nWhen required to support with other responsibilities within the Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Unit.\nTo contribute to the development of the service priorities within the Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Unit, promoting a focus on children's lived experiences.\nTo support the implementation and embedment of an asset based and restorative approach to practice within the SQAU.\nWork with full regard to Salford City Council's Values, Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety and Community Strategy policies.Benefits of working with Remedy\n\nA personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant.\nTop tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs\nReferral bonus - up to £250 per person placed.\nDouble payrolls each week. \n\nTerms & Conditions apply\n\n You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions.\n\nRemedy 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

Children's Support Worker in class\n\nLocation: Salford, or Trafford school \nSalary: £16.78 Per Hour\nContract Type: Full-time, Permanent\nHours: 8:30am-4:00pm Monday-Friday (Term-Time only) positions start ASAP or SEP\n\nAbout the Role:\n\nWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN TA to join our team at a Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Salford or Trafford. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in providing tailored support to students with diverse learning needs, ensuring their academic, social, and emotional development.\n\nAs a key worker, you will work closely with a small group of students, helping them overcome barriers to learning, promoting independence, and ensuring they reach their full potential. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and parents/carers to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nProvide one-to-one and small group support to students with special educational needs (SEND), including those with autism, ADHD, and learning difficulties.\nDevelop and implement individualised learning and behaviour support plans in collaboration with the SENCO and teaching staff.\nMonitor and track student progress, maintaining accurate records and regularly updating teachers and parents.\nFoster positive relationships with students, encouraging their participation in classroom activities and helping them develop social and emotional skills.\nAssist with personal care and mobility needs where necessary.\nPromote a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment in line with the school's policies and ethos.\nParticipate in team meetings, training sessions, and reviews to share insights on student progress and development.\nLiaise with external agencies and professionals to ensure students receive appropriate support.Key Requirements:\n\nPlacements/ Volunteering/ or Employed experience working with children and young people with SEND, particularly within a school or care setting.\nA calm, patient, and nurturing approach to supporting students with complex needs.\nExcellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents, and external agencies.\nFlexibility, resilience, and a commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of students.Benefits:\n\nComprehensive induction and ongoing professional development opportunities.\nSupportive and inclusive work environment.\nTerm-time working hours, allowing for a healthy work-life balance.\nOpportunities for career progression within the school and wider trust.If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs and want to be part of a dynamic and supportive team, we would love to hear from you.\n\nHow to Apply:\n\nSend your CV to (url removed)\n\n#INDMAN

Senior Children's Residential Support Worker – Manchester\n\nSalary: Competitive | Location: Manchester | Contract: Temp to Perm (3–4 Months) | Hourly rate before transitioning to Salaried\n\nAbout the Role\n\nWe are recruiting for experienced and passionate Senior Children's Residential Support Workers to join a children's residential home in Manchester on a temporary to permanent basis. The role is initially offered on a temporary contract of 3–4 months, with a view to transitioning into a permanent position for the right candidate.\n\nIn this senior role, you will play a key part in providing high-quality, trauma-informed care to young people, supporting their emotional, social, and developmental needs within a safe and nurturing environment.\n\nKey Duties and Responsibilities\n\n Provide consistent, high-quality care and support to young people in a residential setting in line with Ofsted regulations and the Children's Homes Regulations 2015\n\n Act as a positive role model and mentor to both young people and junior support workers\n\n Lead and support shifts in the absence of the Deputy Manager, ensuring the smooth running of the home\n\n Develop, implement, and review individual care plans, risk assessments, and placement plans in collaboration with the wider care team\n\n Build positive, trusting relationships with young people, promoting their independence, self-esteem, and wellbeing\n\n Support young people with daily living activities including education, appointments, activities, and personal care where required\n\n Record and maintain accurate, contemporaneous case notes, incident reports, and other documentation to the required standard\n\n Attend and contribute to team meetings, supervisions, and multi-agency meetings including LAC reviews and EHCP meetings where appropriate\n\n Safeguard and promote the welfare of young people in line with local and national safeguarding procedures\n\n Support and mentor junior colleagues, sharing best practice and contributing to a positive team culture\n\nEssential Requirements\n\n Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) — this is a mandatory requirement and applications without this qualification cannot be considered\n\n Full UK driving licence\n\n Proven experience working in a children's residential care setting\n\n Sound knowledge of safeguarding legislation, Children's Homes Regulations 2015, and Ofsted standards\n\n Strong communication, recording, and report-writing skills\n\n Ability to work shifts including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins as required\n\nImportant – Right to Work\n\nAll applicants must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.\n\nWhat's on Offer\n\n Competitive hourly rate during the temporary period\n\n Clear pathway to permanent employment for the right candidate\n\n Supportive team environment with ongoing training and development\n\n The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people\n\nIf you hold the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, have a full UK driving licence, and are ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply today

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people and leading a team that makes a positive impact every single day?\n\nDo you have experience within children's residential care and want to take the next step in your career with a provider that values its staff and the difference they make?\n\nBRB Recruit is working with a fantastic children's residential provider in Manchester that is looking to appoint a dedicated and motivated Team Leader to join their growing team.\n\nThis is an excellent opportunity for someone who is committed to delivering outstanding care, supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes, and leading by example within a residential setting.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n Support the day-to-day running of the home.\n\n Lead shifts and provide guidance and support to Residential Support Workers.\n\n Promote positive outcomes for children and young people.\n\n Ensure safeguarding practices and care standards are maintained at all times.\n\n Build positive relationships with young people, families, and professionals.\n\n Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and record keeping.\n\n Act as a positive role model for both young people and staff.\n\nRequirements\n\n Previous experience working within a children's residential home.\n\n Hold an NVQ Level 3 or Level 4 in Children's Residential Care (or equivalent).\n\n Full UK driving licence.\n\n Passionate about supporting children and young people and helping them achieve positive outcomes.\n\n Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.\n\n Able to commit to either a 1 on 2 off or 2 on 4 off shift pattern.\n\n Good understanding of safeguarding, legislation, and best practice within children's residential services.\n\nBenefits\n\n £32,000 - £38,000 DOE\n\n Ongoing training and professional development.\n\n Clear progression opportunities within a growing organisation.\n\n Supportive management team.\n\n * Opportunity to make a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people.\n\nIf you're an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker ready to step into a Team Leader role, or an existing Team Leader seeking a fresh challenge, we'd love to hear from you.\n\nApply today or contact BRB Recruit for a confidential discussion

Location: Greater Manchester\n\nPay: £14 - £15 an hour\n\nAre you ready to become a dedicated Senior Residential Support Worker to change the lives of children and foster a positive culture?\n\nJM Workforce Services are currently working with a Children's Social Care provider, led by an experienced and respected Directorship and Responsible Individual (RI) and Registered Manager in recruiting a Senior Residential Support Worker for a residential children’s home in Manchester.\n\nThe organisation specialises in delivering exceptional residential care for children and young people with complex needs. United by a shared vision, they are committed to ensuring every child experiences the childhood they deserve—one enriched with joy, laughter, meaningful friendships, and opportunities for exploration and growth.\n\nYou will be valued and celebrated for your individual talents and achievements, while becoming part of a supportive, inclusive team where belonging truly matters. This empowering environment encourages you to bring your whole self to work—your unique perspective, personality, and passion.\n\nWE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIPS OR SWITCHES\n\nPLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE DIRECT CHILDREN'S RESIDENTIAL EXPERIENCE\n\nWhat You Will Be Rewarded With:\n\nWe put it back into our homes! Which means we can schedule more staff outings!\n\n \n\n Hourly rate is £14.00 - £15.00 per hour - £50 per sleep!\n\n \n\n 28 Days Holiday including bank holidays\n\n \n\n Access to be enrolled onto your Level 5 Qualifications\n\n \n\n Specialised training to tailor the needs of the home\n\nWe’re looking for someone who:\n\n● Has proven experience as a residential support worker within a residential children’s home setting.\n\n● Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (preferred).\n\n● Level 3 /4 in Children and Young People’s Workforce (essential).\n\n● Sound knowledge of Ofsted legislation, regulations, and best practices in childcare.\n\n● A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.\n\nExcited to make a difference with us? Apply today via CV Library

Bright Futures, Inspired By You.\nThere’s nothing more rewarding than helping someone believe in themselves and have the confidence to celebrate their own uniqueness and achieve success that is personal to them.\nAt Horizon, we live up to our values, and we value our people.We are proud to be one of the most innovative providers of young people’s residential care and education in the UK.\nHorizon Care and Education have an opportunity for a Children's Residential Support Worker to join our team.\nAs a Children’s Residential Support Worker, you will support young people in the many different aspects of daily life within our homes including:\n Helping young people continue with hobbies, social activities, and friendships, and learn new skills.\n Provide day-to-day care and create a safe, homely, therapeutic environment. Providing support with daily routines such as getting ready for school and making sure they have healthy and balanced meals.\n Ensuring the young person has a safe space to relax and unwind within the home.\n Supporting our young people to reach their potential and experience new opportunities.\n Support young people's development through stimulating activities and consistent care.\n Build meaningful relationships and ensure safeguarding needs are met.\n Work collaboratively with other professionals and contribute to care planning.\nIf you're passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people and enabling them to shape their own future, then we want you to be part of our team.\nWhat we’re looking for from you:\n Full UK Manual Diving licence is essential to be able to take our children to school. appointments and activities.\n Ability to be a great role model to our looked after children.\n Ability to build trusting relationships.\n A genuine care and compassion to work with looked after children.\n Flexibility to be able to work shifts that include evenings and weekends and sleep ins.\n Willingness to complete a Level 3 qualification in Childrens and Young People Workforce.\nWhy work for us?\n Access to Tastecard, Bluelight card and MyGym discounts!\n Real Living Wage employer\n Competitive pay rates\n Christmas bonus\n Generous Refer a Friend Scheme\n Financial wellbeing service\n Life Assurance\n Ongoing training and professional development plus High quality CPD opportunities\n Comprehensive induction programme including face-to-face training, online modules, shadowing, and local induction period.\n Face-to-face therapeutic training and support for all colleagues via our SHINE programme.\n Employee assistance programme – free, confidential support.\n * Looking after your wellbeing - supporting you need to feel good about what you do. We’re in this together.\n * Supportive management and senior leaders

Foster Care Associates (The FCA)Role: Supervising Social WorkerBasic Salary: Up to £38,616.92 per annum - dependent upon experienceContract: Full Time, PermanentOffice Location: Chorley. Position is Homebased - with a caseload supporting our foster parents in Manchester and surrounding areas.BenefitsCompany Car or £2,000 Car Allowance30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service + bank holidaysLife AssuranceCompany PensionOn-site Free ParkingEmployee Discount SchemeMedical Cash PlanAbout UsSet 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 to 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. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential.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.Duties Will IncludeSupport foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster careSupport and monitor the continued suitability and competence of foster parents, ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young peopleEnsure that foster parents fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and proceduresProvide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational StandardsWork in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family, e.g., respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks definedEnsure each child and foster parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentationAttend meetings and/or provide reports for commissioning teams to address individual packages of carePromote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local communityParticipate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basisUndertake occasional initial home visits and Form F assessmentsYou Must HaveA Social Work qualificationProfessional registration with Social Work England or equivalentProven ability to produce a high standard of report writingA comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding proceduresThe willingness and ability to travel extensively, including occasional nights awayConfidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situationsFull driving licenceContactFor an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Lorna Waite, Fostering Service Manager, on 07795 272123.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 the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus.The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.TPBN1_UKTJ

Residential Support Worker Children & Young People • Warminster, • Full Time | Long Day Shifts & Sleep-Ins, • Salary from £29,304 per annum + Sleep-In Payments (£3,000£6,000 per year), • Full UK Driving Licence Required Do you have the resilience, patience and commitment needed to support young people through some of the most important moments of their lives? We're looking for dedicated Residential Support Workers to join a specialist children's home supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs, Autism, ADHD and complex life experiences. No two days are the same. One day you could be helping a young person build confidence and independence, and the next supporting them through a difficult situation. The role can be demanding, but the rewards of seeing young people grow, succeed and reach their potential make it worthwhile. What You'll Be Doing Providing a safe, stable and nurturing home environment Building positive relationships based on trust, consistency and respect Supporting young people with their daily routines, education and personal development Encouraging participation in hobbies, activities and community opportunities Helping young people develop life skills and independence Managing challenging situations in a calm and professional manner Working closely with colleagues and external professionals to achieve positive outcomes What We're Looking For Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals A confident and resilient approach The ability to communicate effectively and build positive relationships Experience within residential care, youth work, education, mental health, support work, criminal justice or similar settings would be advantageous Flexibility to work long shifts and sleep-ins A genuine passion for supporting young people to thrive Full UK Driving Licence What's In It For You? Competitive salary from £29,304 per annum Additional sleep-in payments of approximately £3,000£6,000 per year Fully funded training and career development opportunities Funded qualifications Enhanced pay for qualifications and experience Free meals whilst on shift Generous annual leave entitlement Company pension scheme Life assurance Employee wellbeing support services Paid Enhanced DBS check Employee referral bonus scheme This is an opportunity to be part of a supportive team where your work genuinely changes lives. If you're looking for a role where you can make a lasting difference every day, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV! Hunts Recruitment acts as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. We are an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone. JBRP1_UKTJ

Senior Residential Childcare Support Worker Company: Apple Orchard Location: Horsham, West Sussex Contract: Full Time, Permanent Salary: Up to £36,427.61, including sleep in shifts, dependent on performance and experience Specific Hours: Approx. 40 hours per week - shift pattern Benefits: • Competitive salary and sleep-in allowances (£35 per night, typically one per week), • Every other weekend off, • Fully funded qualifications and professional development, • Clear promotion pathways and career progression, • Company pension, • Access to employee discount and wellbeing programmes Do you want a role where every day you can help a child feel safe, supported and more hopeful about their future? At Apple Orchard, our Senior Residential Support Workers play a vital role in creating calm, caring and therapeutic homes for children who have experienced trauma, disruption or difficult life experiences. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is caring, resilient and committed to making a lasting difference. You do not need to have worked in residential childcare before; if you bring the right values, attitude and willingness to learn, we will provide a full induction, hands-on support, ongoing training and the development you need to build confidence and succeed in the role. Why join Apple Orchard? • Competitive salary with regular sleep-in payments, • A healthy work-life balance, including every other weekend off, • Full induction, ongoing training, regular supervision and fully funded qualifications, • Clear career progression, including routes into senior and leadership roles, • Supportive managers, experienced colleagues and a team culture where you will not be expected to learn alone, • Company pension, employee discounts and wellbeing support, • Practical support to complete your Level 3 qualification and develop your confidence in therapeutic residential care About Apple Orchard: Apple Orchard runs five residential children's homes across Surrey and West Sussex, providing calm, therapeutic environments for boys aged 12-18. Many of the children we support have experienced trauma or disruption, and our homes are designed to help them feel safe, build trust and develop the confidence they need for the future. You will be part of a dedicated team that values compassion, consistency, resilience and teamwork. This is a role where small moments matter - from helping a child manage a difficult day to celebrating progress, building confidence and supporting them towards greater independence. Duties and responsibilities: • Lead on meeting each young person's care, welfare and development needs, • Plan engaging activities that support learning, independence and positive behaviour, • Ensure practice complies with legislation, policies and Children's Homes Regulations, • Support and guide Residential Support Workers, ensuring policies and risk assessments are followed, • Record and report young people's progress accurately, including key events and life book updates, • Work collaboratively with placing authorities, parents/carers and other professionals, • Support daily routines in the home, including helping with domestic tasks when required, • Work with the Manager and team to uphold the home's ethos and raise concerns appropriately, • Maintain clear, accurate and non-judgemental written records What We're Looking For: Essential: • A genuine passion for making a positive difference in children's lives, • A caring, resilient and patient approach, with the ability to stay calm under pressure, • Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends and sleep-ins, • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, due to the rural location of some homes Helpful but not essential: • Experience working with children, care, education, youth work, mental health, residential services or similar settings, • Level 3 Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner/Health & Social Care qualification, or willingness to work towards it, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • A team-focused attitude, good sense of humour and emotional resilience, • Confidence following procedures, writing reports and contributing to care plans Ready to apply? If you are compassionate, reliable and ready to help children feel safe, supported and able to achieve their potential, we would love to hear from you. Apple Orchard is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. JBRP1_UKTJ

Social Worker (Fostering). Barnardo's is one of the UK's leading children's charities, and our North England Fostering Service has recently been rated Good' by Ofsted. We are committed to providing safe, nurturing, and supportive homes for children and young people. We are now looking for a passionate and skilled Supervising Social Worker to join our committed team. Our North England service covers Yorkshire, Humber, and the North East of England. This role will mainly cover the North East, with expectations of traveling to North Yorkshire on occasions. About the Role This exciting opportunity has arisen following an internal promotion. As a Supervising Social Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting foster carers to deliver high-quality care. Key responsibilities include: • Managing a protected caseload with access to innovative social work training, • Supervising, supporting, and developing foster carers, • Undertaking assessments of prospective foster carers, • Contributing to the matching process and foster home stability, • Working collaboratively with children, families, carers and professionals, • Maintaining accurate and timely records in line with regulatory standards, • Delivering training to foster carers, • Following Induction period participating in the out-of-hours rota (with additional payment) What We're Looking For We're seeking an individual who is: • A qualified Social Worker (DipSW, CQSW or equivalent), • Registered with Social Work England, • Experienced in fostering or children's social care, • Skilled in building strong, supportive relationships, • Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children Why Join Barnardo's? • A supportive and inclusive working environment, • Access to high-quality training and development, including DDP and trauma-informed approaches, • Generous annual leave and pension scheme, • Opportunities to develop your career within a well-respected national charity Additional Information • A recognised Social Work qualification and SWE registration are essential, • Experience in Family Placement, Child Protection, or Looked After Children services is required, • A full UK driving licence, access to a car, and business-use insurance are essential due to the nature of the role Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible. Pay & Reward Framework We know that our colleagues go above and beyond in delivering our vital work, driven by their passion and commitment to Barnardo's?values. We also know that we can only realise our ambitions and achieve better outcomes for more children, thanks to the talent, hard work and creativity of our people. For all these reasons, we are committed to a new approach to pay and reward, to ensure it is fair, attractive and progressive, which was rolled out in April 2023. This is a positive change for the charity, and a part of our?People & Culture?Strategy. It will assist us in supporting colleagues to belong, thrive and grow in their colleague journey at Barnardo's and in time will offer clear routes of progression for colleagues in both their career and their pay. Whilst the full pay band and salary range is advertised, our approach to starting salaries is to appoint between the minimum to mid-point of the pay band this ensures that pay steps are available to reward our colleagues annually based on their contribution to excellence and alignment to our values and behaviours. More details on Barnardo's pay framework can be found upon application. Benefits Workplace Offer: What it means for you Our hybrid working initiative is based on trust, flexibility and empowerment. We understand our workplace offer means different things to different people, and we encourage those conversations. This may mean working at one of our stores, services, working at home, in the community, at one of our Collaboration Hubs or depending on the role any combination of these. Please read through the advert carefully to understand the remits of hybrid working that will be specific to the role. Barnardo's require colleagues to be UK residents, based in the UK and to complete their roles from within the UK (with the exception of colleagues providing Barnardo's services in Jersey and colleagues who live in the Republic of Ireland providing services in Northern Ireland) • Barnardo's believe in creating equality of opportunity in the workplace and supporting people to manage their work-life balance; we are therefore open to offering flexible working arrangements., • Annual Leave entitlement for full-time colleagues is 26 days per annum, increasing to 27 days per annum, after 3 years Barnardo's service, 29 days per annum, after 5 years Barnardo's service and 30 days per annum, after 7 years Barnardo's service. Those working less than full time are entitled to the same level of holiday pro rata, • The ability to buy up to another 5 days annual leave via our Buy Your Leave scheme, • A host of family friendly leave options including company Maternity Paternity and Adoption pay; together with all family additional leave options, • Service related sick pay from day 1, • Access to a Group Personal Pension with a matched 4% or 6% contribution from Barnardo's. Ability to pay via salary sacrifice to garner both tax and NI savings on your own contribution, • Death in service cover of 4x annual earnings for all staff contributing to our Group Personal Pension, • Cycle2work scheme, • Interest free season ticket loans, • Discounts and cashback from at high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via our Benefit Portal, • 20% discount at Barnardo's stores, • Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc, • Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support, • Access to Barnardo's Learning and Development offer *T&C's apply based on contract About Barnardo's We are committed to being an inclusive employer and cultivating a culture where everyone can belong and thrive through inclusion and connectivity. We want our workforce to be reflective of the communities we work with, and for equality, diversity and inclusion to be embedded in everything we do. We are a Disability Confident Leader, are progressing our ambition to be an anti-racist organisation with Anti-Racism Commitments and actions in place and have networks for colleagues who are disabled, LGBT+, Black and Minoritised Ethnic and Women. We particularly encourage applications from Black and Minoritised Ethnic and/or disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. For disabled applicants, we offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. JBRP1_UKTJ

Support Worker Children's Residential Home.Waking Nights & Long Day Shifts Available.Hunts Recruitment is currently seeking experienced Support Workers to work within a children's residential home in Pulborough, West Sussex.Female Support Workers for waking night shifts.Male or Female Support Worke

Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Role: Senior/Supervising Social Worker Basic Salary: Up to £41,960.42 per annum, dependent upon experience Location: Remote, supporting Foster Parents in Southampton and Hampshire Benefits • Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, • 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service, plus bank holidays, pro rata, • Life Assurance, • Company Pension, • On-site Free Parking, • Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan 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. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to 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. But our purpose remains the same: 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. 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. Duties Will Include • Support Foster Parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care, • Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of Foster Parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people, • Ensure that Foster Parents fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures, • Provide and record regular supervision to allocated Foster Parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards, • Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the Foster Parent household, e.g. respite, activities, therapy and holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined, • Ensure each child and Foster Parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation, • Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care, • Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community, • Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis, • Participate in the day duty system on a rota basis, supporting the referrals team, • Undertake 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 child safeguarding procedures, • The willingness and ability to travel extensively, including occasional nights away, • Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations, • Full driving licence Contact 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 the Disability Confident Employer by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. JBRP1_UKTJ

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Psychology Graduate Opportunity - SEN School Are you a graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN), mental health and child development? Are you considering a future career in Educational Psychology, Counselling, Therapy, Social Worker, Speech and Language Therapy or Teaching? A supportive SEN School in Devizes is seeking a dedicated Graduate to join their team as a SEN Teaching Assistant. You will support pupils with a range of SEN, including Autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, learning disabilities, physical disabilities and associated mental health needs. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to develop valuable experience supporting children with additional learning needs and disabilities. As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in promoting independence, communication, sensory regulation, and emotional well being for children who require high levels of personalised support. You will work alongside teachers and SEN professionals and gain practical experience adapting learning strategies, supporting behaviour, and utilising therapeutic strategies. The school are seeking a dedicated and hard-working graduate (ideally 2:2 and above). Previous experience working with children is beneficial but not essential. You must have a genuine passion for supporting young people. This is a fantastic opportunity to: • Gain valuable experience in SEN and mental health., • Build an excellent foundation for careers in Psychology, Counselling, Therapy, Social Worker and Teaching., • Work with experienced SEN professionals., • Make a genuine difference to children's lives., • Work in a supportive and friendly environment where no two days are the same. Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Job Details • Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, • Devizes, • £90 - £100 per day, • Immediate or September Start, • Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm, • Full-time If you are interested in this opportunity then upload your CV today. Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Devizes, Devizes, Devizes JBRP1_UKTJ

Remedy Social Work is seeking a Children's Social Worker for the Manchester city council. Join a supportive team led by experienced practitioners, offering training and manageable caseloads.

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Senior Residential Support Worker - Children's Residential EBD Home Location: Sale, Greater Manchester Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum (depending on experience) Sleep-in Rate: £60 per sleep-in Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Shift Pattern: 1 Days On, 2 Day Off Home Type: 3-Bed Children's EBD Home Start Date: Immediate About the Role We are seeking an experienced and committed Senior Residential Support Worker to join our 3-bed Children's Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) Home in Sale. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a small, child-focused service dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment where young people can thrive. As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will play a key role in supporting children and young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs, leading shifts, mentoring staff, and ensuring high-quality care is delivered consistently. Key Responsibilities Lead shifts and support the day-to-day running of the home. Provide high-quality care and support to children and young people with EBD needs. Build positive, trusting relationships that promote emotional wellbeing and personal development. Support children with education, appointments, recreational activities, and independent living skills. Implement care plans, behaviour management strategies, and risk assessments. Safeguard children and promote their welfare at all times. Complete accurate records, reports, and incident documentation. Administer medication in line with company policies and procedures. Support, mentor, and guide Residential Support Workers during shifts. Work closely with external professionals, families, and the management team to achieve positive outcomes. Essential Requirements NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) - essential. Previous experience working within a Children's Residential Home. Experience supporting children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). Experience leading shifts or taking on senior responsibilities within a residential setting. Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures. Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills. Full UK driving licence. What We Offer Salary up to £35,000 per annum. £60 per sleep-in payment. Consistent 1-on, 2-off shift pattern. Opportunity to work within a small 3-bed home where you can make a genuine impact. Ongoing training and professional development. Career progression opportunities. Supportive leadership team and positive working environment. Pension scheme and additional employee benefits. Apply Now We are recruiting immediately and are looking for passionate childcare professionals who are committed to improving the lives of children and young people. If you have the experience, qualifications, and dedication to support young people with EBD needs, we would love to hear from you. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

Senior Practitioner | Children's Services | Tameside Council | £40 per hour Tameside Council is continuing to invest in and strengthen its Children's Services, making this an exciting time to join the organisation. As the service continues to build and grow, they are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Practitioner to support the delivery of high-quality services to children and families. This opportunity is ideal for experienced Social Workers looking to step into a more senior role and further develop their leadership, mentoring and practice development skills within a supportive environment. Role Overview As a Senior Practitioner, you will play a key role in supporting the Team Manager and driving high standards of practice across the team. Alongside managing a caseload of more complex children and families, you will provide guidance, support and reflective supervision to colleagues, helping to develop practice and contribute to the service improvement agenda. Key Responsibilities Hold and manage a caseload involving children and families with more complex needs and risks, ensuring timely and effective interventions. Provide support during visits, meetings and planning processes involving children, young people and their families. Work alongside the Team Manager to lead the team and support the delivery of the service improvement plan. Offer reflective and group supervision to colleagues, promoting learning, professional curiosity and good practice. Model high-quality social work practice and provide mentoring, teaching and development opportunities to less experienced staff. Support colleagues with complex case discussions, decision-making and risk analysis. Contribute to improving performance and the team's data set, ensuring accurate recording and compliance with statutory timescales. Provide leadership and operational support when the Team Manager is unavailable, undertaking delegated responsibilities as required. Foster a positive team culture focused on continuous learning, collaboration and achieving the best outcomes for children. Benefits Competitive pay rate of £40 per hour. Opportunity to step into a leadership role and develop management skills. Supportive management team committed to staff development. Involvement in a service undergoing positive growth and transformation. Opportunities to influence practice improvement and shape service delivery. Exposure to a varied and rewarding caseload. A collaborative team environment that values reflective practice and continuous learning. Requirements Social Work qualification (Degree, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent). Registration with Social Work England. Significant post-qualified experience within Children's Services. Experience of managing complex cases involving safeguarding and child protection concerns. Ability to provide mentoring, coaching and reflective supervision to colleagues. Strong assessment, analysis and decision-making skills. Excellent communication and multi-agency working abilities. Commitment to achieving positive outcomes for children and families through high-quality practice. Interested? If you are an experienced Social Worker ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact within an ambitious and improving service, we'd love to hear from you. For more information or to apply, please contact: Emily Cooper at Sheldon Phillips - (phone number removed) OR

Social Worker | Locality and Court Team | Manchester City Council | £35 per hour Sheldon Phillips are working in partnership with Manchester City Council to recruit an experienced Social Worker to join their Locality and Court Team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and supportive service where you'll manage a varied caseload of children and families, undertaking safeguarding, court work and long-term planning to achieve positive outcomes. The team works with children subject to Child in Need, Child Protection and Public Law Outline processes, progressing cases through court proceedings where necessary. You'll be joining a collaborative service with experienced management support and a strong focus on relationship-based practice. Role Overview As a Social Worker within the Locality and Court Team, you will hold responsibility for complex children's cases from assessment through to permanence planning. You will complete statutory assessments, manage child protection plans, undertake pre-proceedings work and prepare cases for court where required. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of children and families requiring statutory intervention. Complete Child and Family Assessments to identify risk and need. Undertake Section 47 enquiries and safeguarding investigations. Develop and review Child in Need and Child Protection Plans. Lead direct work with children and families to reduce risk and improve outcomes. Prepare court reports, statements and care plans. Attend Public Law Outline (PLO) meetings and court hearings. Work closely with legal services and multi-agency partners. Ensure all case recordings and assessments are completed to a high standard and within timescales. Participate in supervision and contribute to service development. Benefits £35 per hour. Hybrid working arrangements. Supportive management team and regular supervision. Diverse and rewarding caseload. Opportunity to gain valuable court and safeguarding experience within a well-established local authority. Immediate start available. Requirements Qualified Social Worker with a recognised Social Work qualification. Social Work England registration. Experience within Children's Services, ideally within Locality, Safeguarding or Court Teams. Strong assessment and analytical skills. Experience of court work and preparing legal documentation. Ability to build effective relationships with children, families and partner agencies. Commitment to achieving positive outcomes for children and young people. Interested? If you're interested in discussing this opportunity further, please get in touch. Emily Cooper at Sheldon Phillips - (phone number removed)

Role: Primary Teaching Assistant – Denton, Manchester – Up to £500 per Week Location: Denton Start Date: 2nd September 26 Contract: Long-term with Daily Opportunities available. Salary: £462.80 – £550 per week (dependent on experience and scale point). The School & Role Vision for Education is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils in primary schools across the Denton area of Manchester. Positions are available from September, with earlier start dates considered for suitable candidates. This is a long-term opportunity, with additional day-to-day supply work also available. As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to support pupils' learning and development. You will help deliver engaging lessons, encourage participation, and assist pupils in building confidence both academically and socially. The role will involve supporting individual pupils and small groups, reinforcing classroom learning, and helping to create a positive, structured environment where children can thrive. Working alongside teachers, SEN staff, and other support professionals, you will play a key role in helping pupils achieve their full potential throughout the school day. This opportunity would suit a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Classroom Assistant, or Education Support Worker looking to make a positive impact in local primary schools. Requirements To be considered for this Teaching Assistant position in Denton, you should have: Experience supporting children within a primary school, classroom, childcare, or educational setting, or hold a Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification. A genuine passion for supporting children's learning, wellbeing, and personal development. Strong communication and interpersonal skills when working with pupils, teachers, and parents. Confidence supporting small-group interventions and adapting to a range of learning needs. A reliable, proactive approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a school team. Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All applicants will be subject to thorough interviewing and reference checks and must hold, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service. What Vision for Education Offer As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive: Excellent daily rates paid weekly through our in-house PAYE payroll system. Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria). Pension contributions (subject to qualifying period). Full compliance with Agency Workers' Regulations (AWR). Free training and professional development opportunities, including Team Teach training, safeguarding updates, and online webinars. A generous Refer a Friend bonus scheme. Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant. About Vision for Education Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to supporting the learning and development of children and young people. With branches nationwide, we are proud to be an employer of choice for high-quality teaching and support staff across primary, secondary, and SEND settings. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. How to Apply To apply for this Teaching Assistant role in Denton, Manchester, please submit your CV today. A member of our specialist education recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the next steps. #visionsupport

Teaching Assistant Location: Manchester, M40 Start Date: September 2026 Pay: £14.25 - £16.65 per hour (PAYE or Umbrella) Hours: 8:15am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (30-minute lunch) Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term Reeson Education is recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a large, diverse, and welcoming primary school in the M40 area of Manchester from September 2026. This full-time, long-term Teaching Assistant role offers the opportunity to support pupils with a range of complex additional needs across the primary age range. The successful Teaching Assistant will be placed within the Key Stage that best matches their previous experience, strengths, and skill set. The school serves a wonderfully diverse community and prides itself on providing an inclusive environment where every child is supported to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. This Teaching Assistant position would suit someone who is patient, nurturing, adaptable, and passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning. Teaching Assistant - Key Responsibilities: Support pupils with a range of complex SEND needs as a Teaching Assistant Provide 1:1, small group, and classroom support as a Teaching Assistant Adapt learning activities and resources to meet individual needs as a Teaching Assistant Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and support staff as a Teaching Assistant Support pupils with communication, emotional regulation, social interaction, and engagement Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils and families Promote inclusion and independence throughout the school day Monitor progress and contribute to pupil support strategies Support pupils both within and outside of the classroom environment Uphold safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times as a Teaching Assistant Teaching Assistant - Requirements: Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Support Worker, Care Worker, Youth Worker, or similar Experience supporting children with SEND, complex needs, ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, sensory needs, or learning difficulties Strong communication and relationship-building skills Calm, patient, and resilient approach Ability to work collaboratively as part of a wider team Genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one Why Join This School as a Teaching Assistant? Full-time, long-term Teaching Assistant role starting September 2026 Opportunity to secure ongoing work throughout the academic year Large and highly supportive primary school environment Diverse school community with excellent inclusion practices Strong leadership team and experienced SEND department Competitive hourly pay of £14.25 - £16.65 Opportunity to develop valuable SEND and classroom experience Rewarding role making a genuine difference to children's lives as a Teaching AssistantIf you are an experienced Teaching Assistant, aspiring Teaching Assistant, or support professional looking for a rewarding opportunity within a fantastic primary school, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this exciting Teaching Assistant opportunity with Reeson Education. Reeson Education: Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence. We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike. At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London. Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07

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