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Community Care Assistant – Bristol \n AV2040B - | £13.50 per hour + £0.45 per mile petrol allowance \n Full & Part-time hours available \n Make a real difference every day \n An exciting opportunity for a Community Care Assistant to join a friendly and dedicated community care team, supporting adults to live safely and independently in their own homes across Newcastle. \n You’ll be joining a passionate team where your work genuinely makes a difference to the people you support in Kingswood, Fishponds, Patchway & Stoke Gifford. \n What we’re looking for \n\n • Previous care experience preferred, ideally 12+ months\n, • NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care, or willingness to work towards it\n, • Community care experience advantageous\n, • Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle essential\n, • Caring, reliable and motivated attitude\n\n New to care? That’s absolutely fine. Full training and support will be provided. \n What’s on offer \n\n • £13.50ph\n, • £0.45 per mile petrol allowance\n, • Free NVQ training & professional development\n, • Free uniform\n, • Excellent training and ongoing support\n\n Please note: Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship cannot be supported. \n Interested? Call Avon Search & Selection on .

1:1 SEMH Mentor Central & South Bristol Full-Time | Monday-Friday Start Date: ASAP Mainstream Secondary Schools Could you be the consistent, trusted adult that helps a young person re-engage with education? I am recruiting for a mix of mainstream secondary schools across Central and South Bristol for experienced and resilient 1:1 SEMH Mentors to provide dedicated support to students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is a relationship-led role. You will work closely with an individual student who may struggle with emotional regulation, behaviour, confidence or engagement with learning. They need someone who is calm, reliable, patient and able to build genuine trust, while maintaining clear and consistent boundaries. For the right person, this is an opportunity to have a real impact on a young person's experience of education. ✅ About the Role As a 1:1 SEMH Mentor, you will: Provide consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day Build a strong, professional and trusting relationship with your student Support emotional regulation and help prevent situations from escalating Encourage positive engagement with lessons and school routines Help students manage periods of frustration, anxiety or dysregulation Deliver targeted mentoring and intervention activities Support students both inside and outside the classroom Help develop confidence, resilience and independence Work closely with pastoral, SEND and teaching teams Provide stability and consistency for a student who may have previously struggled within education ✅ Who Might You Support? Students may: Have identified SEMH needs Have ADHD, Autism or additional SEND alongside SEMH Find emotional regulation challenging Become overwhelmed, frustrated or disengaged from learning Struggle to build positive relationships with adults or peers Need support with behaviour, attendance or motivation Have experienced disruption or difficult circumstances outside of education Be at risk of exclusion or further disengagement The behaviour can sometimes be unpredictable, so you'll need to be someone who doesn't take things personally and can remain calm and consistent when a young person is having a difficult day. ✅ The Person We're Looking For We'd particularly like to hear from someone who is: ✔ Calm and emotionally resilient ✔ Excellent at building relationships with young people ✔ Patient, empathetic and non-judgemental ✔ Comfortable supporting behaviour that can be challenging or unpredictable ✔ Able to set clear, consistent boundaries ✔ Confident with de-escalation and positive intervention ✔ Reliable and able to offer the student much-needed consistency ✔ Passionate about understanding the reason behind behaviour, rather than simply reacting to it ✅ Relevant Experience Previous experience working with young people is essential. Suitable backgrounds could include: SEMH Support Worker Behaviour Mentor Teaching Assistant / LSA Youth Worker Pastoral Support Alternative Provision Residential Children's Support SEND Support Family Support Sports or Community Mentoring Children's Mental Health Support School-based experience is highly desirable, although candidates with strong transferable experience supporting vulnerable young people are also encouraged to apply. ✅ Requirements Previous experience working with children or young people Experience supporting SEMH, behaviour or vulnerable learners Strong relationship-building and communication skills Ability to commit consistently to a full-time placement Resilient and adaptable approach Strong understanding of professional boundaries and safeguarding Enhanced Child-Only DBS, or willingness to apply for one ✅ Why Apply? Build a meaningful 1:1 working relationship with a young person See the direct impact your support can have on their confidence and engagement Gain valuable experience within SEMH, pastoral and inclusion support Work alongside experienced SEND and pastoral professionals Access ongoing CPD and training Long-term opportunities with potential for progression Apply Now If you're someone who can offer a young person patience, consistency, calmness and genuine belief in their potential, I'd love to hear from you. Emilia Harris (url removed) (phone number removed) Apply today to help a young person rebuild their confidence, reconnect with learning and feel understood within education. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website

Outreach Support Worker Opportunities Bristol £34,873 - £38,763 pa Do you want to get out there and work in a role where you will support an end to rough sleeping in Bristol? St Mungo’s Bristol Street Outreach Team will be recruiting to a number of Outreach Worker roles as part of an increased number of opportunities across rough sleeping services. This could include working with focused groups of clients including those residing in vehicles on the roadside or people who have been rough sleeping for a particularly long time, some of whom are part of the ‘Target Priority Group (TPG)’. Our belief is that rough sleeping is an intrinsically harmful and dangerous activity both for the individual and for the wider community. Therefore, we take a proactive and assertive approach to supporting people away from this activity. Our aim is to support people to recover from the effects of rough sleeping and move away from a street lifestyle permanently. Working as an Outreach Worker you will: Work with people who are rough sleeping to assess their needs and deliver a person-centred support that meet peoples individual needs and connect them to suitable housing options. This could also include working alongside people who are residing in vehicles on the roadside. Balance time in the community, on Outreach, working with people where they are sleeping or spending their days, alongside time in the office completing administrative tasks and attending meetings. Help people access vital services like healthcare, substance use support, and adult social care. Work in partnership with multi-disciplinary teams and agencies across the city to meet client’s individual needs. It’s not always an easy job, but the opportunity to work with different people every day, helping individuals experiencing homelessness and the local community end the harms of rough sleeping can be highly rewarding. You will work on a weekly shift rota including mornings, evenings, weekends and bank holidays. This helps us to ensure we are available to support people experiencing homelessness when they need us the most. Shifts can vary particularly during periods of extreme weather. About you We are always on the lookout for people who share our ambitions. You don’t need direct experience to succeed in these rewarding roles; if you are ready to get out there and support our clients, we encourage you to apply! You will have good communication skills with the ability to network and build effective relationships with a variety of people, a good understanding of the complex issues faced by homeless people and the difficulties they experience in accessing services. If you think you have the resilience and patience to work with people who may have complex needs and challenging behaviour, we will provide you with the tools and training to support clients to end rough sleeping for good. * Due to the nature of this role a full UK or equivalent driving license is desirable for this post, and/or competency in cycling. St Mungo's are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from all under-represented groups. Closing date: 10am on 24 September 2026 Interview and assessments on: 5-6 October 2026 Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have existing and ongoing right to work in the UK for the duration of employment. Successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their right to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006

Support Worker Location: Bristol Pay Rate: £14.29 - £19.33 per hour, holiday pay inclusive* Reference: SW/Bristol/6 Are you a compassionate individual looking to make a difference in people’s lives? We’d like you to join us at Jane Lewis as a Support Worker in Bristol What We Offer you as a Support Worker: Competitive pay: £14.29 - £19.33 per hour (holiday pay inclusive) Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle Free comprehensive training Enhanced DBS check provided 24/7 support from our dedicated branch team Your Role as a Support Worker: Supporting individuals with mental health and substance abuse conditions in a residential and community setting Encouraging independence with daily living tasks Supporting service users with hobbies, activities, and social engagement Building positive, professional relationships with people who have varying needs and abilities Promoting dignity, respect, and wellbeing always Requirements: Aged 18 or over Right to work in the UK (no sp0ns0rship available) Minimum 6 months’ experience in a healthcare or support setting Strong communication and interpersonal skills Have a full UK Drivers licence and access to your own vehicle Ability to build rapport with vulnerable adults About Jane Lewis: Established in 1987, Jane Lewis Healthcare is a trusted UK healthcare recruiter, supplying skilled professionals across the health and social care sector. We put people first and are committed to delivering safe, high-quality care to vulnerable individuals. Apply Today: If you’re an experienced Support Worker in Bristol or the surrounding areas and want flexible, rewarding work with weekly pay, apply now with Jane Lewis. INDNON

£37,254 - £41,808 assuming good attendance and up to 4 sleep ins per month Those huge small victories Working in our Children's Homes means being a part of a young person's day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our shift leaders enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults – an incredibly rewarding role to have. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory! Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. Our shift leaders are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in You'll be a part of taking care of our young people day to day, making sure things run smoothly and creating lasting memories. As a shift leader you will also make sure that the staff team are supported and the home is operating at our high standards, prepared to step up to deputise for the Team Leaders. We're looking for someone able to relate to and build relationships with our young people. Compassionate, emotionally resilient, and supportive, you'll also be able to provide the leadership that inspires your colleagues. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you'll get: Salary: Base salary of £32,014 - £36,568 Bonuses: In addition to your base salary you'll do up to 4 sleep ins per months, these are paid at £80 per sleep (approx. £3,840 per year) and £1,400 Attendance Allowance – assuming good attendance Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with 7 weeks' holiday Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our team leaders and managers have been promoted from within our group – plus you could join our ‘Aspire' future managers programme Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance – check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Meals provided while you're at work Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our homes here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone's differences as that's what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You don't need experience, but there are a few things we'll be looking for from you: A ‘can do' attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others We genuinely care about our young people (and each other) so honesty and empathy is a must The resilience to be able to deal with challenging situations A full UK driving licence which you've held for at least 12 months If you don't have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), we'll pay for you to study and support you every step of the way You'll start life as a RSW by joining our ‘Care Academy' – 4 weeks of off the job training with experienced WG professionals to help you feel confident and ready to support our young people. Join the UK's best special education and care provider At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we're better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here. To view our ex-offenders policy please click here. Children's Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH JBRP1_UKTJ

Job Introduction At Turning Point we provide services across the whole country which delivers end to end drug and alcohol treatment and support, family services, housing advice and support for those in contact with the criminal justice system, needle exchange system, and custody outreach. We are a specialist in delivering whole treatment system approaches across cities and county areas, which has led to the reduction in people falling through gaps between services and delivers improved outcomes. An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Horizons, a vibrant new partnership delivering substance use treatment and recovery services in Bristol. Horizons is delivered in partnership between Turning Point, Bristol Drugs Project, and seven other local and national partners. The partnership combines Turning Point’s experience as an outstanding national substance use provider together with Bristol Drugs Project’s long history of excellent service delivery in the city. As a Drug and Alcohol Recovery Worker based in our Homelessness team, and working at our Central Bristol, you'll make a real difference in the community and to their lives as you develop the personal, flexible and realistic support packages they need to help turn things around. The salary scale for our Recovery Worker roles is between £25,870 - £30,265. See our full salary scale below. Starting salary will be dependant on experience with annual pay progression up to scale point 1 £25,870 2 £26,905 3 £27,981 4 £29,101 5 £30,265 You will have opportunities to progress your career with a structured learning journey and clearly defined career pathways that will enable you to achieve your long-term goals and work to your strengths. Whether you are looking to progress into a management and leadership role or to be a specialist in your field as an Advanced Substance Use Practitioner at Turning point we will support and encourage you on your career journey. Role Responsibility The successful candidate will support the Homelessness Team in taking a hands-on approach to reducing drug related harm in Bristol. This will include managing a case load of clients seeking harm reduction advice, Opiate Substitution Therapy (OST) and/or Tier 4 (in-patient) treatment. You will spend much of your time working alongside key partners so the ability to manage relationships with housing services, primary care and mental health services, are essential. The successful candidate will work in partnership with the wider Bristol Horizons teams in delivering the ambitions of the Horizons service. To do this you must be organised, resilient, focused, able to work in a team or independently, have good communication skills, and be innovative in your approach. As well as the responsibility of having a case load, your regular duties will include: Providing harm reduction interventions such as Naloxone, needle exchange and Blood Bourne Virus (BBV) Testing Street Outreach Hostel Inreach This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to play an integral role in a new and developing service. The Ideal Candidate Having handled a significant caseload in a busy environment as a Recovery Worker, Outreach Worker or similar, you'll have a deep understanding of substance use and homelessness. It's an extremely varied role, so flexibility and knowledge of relapse and other barriers to treatment will be vital. Completing assessments with new service users, delivering key working sessions, compiling risk assessments and risk management plans, care planning and reduction plans are just some of the varied duties you will be providing. Excellent IT skills with knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook etc. are essential for this role. Holding a full driving licence and having access to a car is desirable. About us As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer. We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support. What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package: 25 days’ paid holiday a year + Bank Holidays, increasing with each year of service up to 27 days + Bank Holidays. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost. Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees. Turning Point Benefits We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closing date. Turning Point Attached documents Recovery Worker Role Profile.pdf Apply

Approach Social Work Make your work something you’re proud of. Apply now, read the job details by scrolling down Double check you have the necessary skills before sending an application. Approach Social Work is a fully funded training programme that helps people from all professional backgrounds become children's social workers. You'll gain the training, hands-on experience and support to build the skills needed to help children and families thrive. You don't need any prior social work knowledge or experience to join us. We’re looking for people who are motivated to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children at risk of harm and ready to commit to three years of learning, working and growing. Why Approach Social Work? Fully funded master's degree in children's social work; you won't pay a penny in tuition fees. Work directly with children and families while you train, putting your learning into practice straight away. £18,000–£20,000 tax-free bursary in year one to help with living and travel costs while you train. Guaranteed newly qualified social worker role in a local authority when you successfully complete year one. Earn £30,000–£39,000 in year two, with salaries up to £44,000 in year three. Join the Frontline Fellowship, a national community offering ongoing support, networking and professional development. The role of a children’s social worker You’ll work directly with children and families to make sure children are safe, supported and able to thrive. No two days are the same. Your work might involve visiting a child at home or school, working with teachers or health professionals, or supporting a parent through difficult circumstances. You’ll draw on evidence, weigh up risks, influence decisions and advocate for children, all while showing empathy, resilience and self-awareness. There’s never been a more exciting time to join the profession. The government is leading nationwide reforms in children’s social work, which aim to strengthen support for families, increase collaboration between services and improve outcomes for children. As a newly qualified social worker, you’ll not only be supporting children and families, you’ll also help shape the future of social work practice. How the programme works Approach Social Work is an intensive three-year programme that combines academic study with hands-on practice. From the start, you’ll be helping children and families to make a lasting, positive difference in their lives. Year one: Begin study for your postgraduate diploma in social work Learn within a local authority social work team, supported by experienced social workers, a tutor and a practice educator Work directly with children and families while you train, putting your learning into practice straight away Receive a tax-free bursary of £18,000 or £20,000 (depending on location) to help with living and travel costs Years two and three: Move into a guaranteed paid role as a newly qualified children's social worker Continue to receive training and support Complete your master's degree while you work Earn £30,000–£39,000 in year two, with salaries up to £44,000 in year three After the programme Continue your development through the Frontline Fellowship *Salary information is based on self-reported earnings from participants in 2024 and 2025. Who we’re looking for Whether you have recently graduated or are looking for a change after years in your profession, we welcome applicants from any career background. No social work experience is needed. We're looking for people with empathy, resilience, self-awareness and strong judgement, who are motivated to make a difference. Many candidates find it useful to have experience from a people-focused role, including education, healthcare, care, youth work, customer service, retail, hospitality, the charity sector and emergency services. We also see many applications from youth workers, support workers, family support workers, teachers, learning support assistants, teaching assistants, counsellors, care workers, key workers, charity workers and social work assistants. However, we have welcomed participants onto the programme from as varied backgrounds as Irish dancing, the military and magic circle law firms. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, ages and ethnicities, especially groups who are underrepresented in children's social work, such as men. Eligibility requirements Have at least a 2.2 (predicted or obtained) in an undergraduate honours degree (or international equivalent) Have obtained GCSE English Language at Grade C/4 or above (or approved equivalent qualification) Possess the right to work and study in the UK (including access to public funds) for the duration of the programme (until September 2030) Be resident in England by the time the programme commences Not be a qualified social worker Places are available in selected locations and applications will close as locations reach capacity. If you're eligible, apply early to avoid missing out. Funded by UK Government. Delivered by Frontline. Real support. Real skills. A career that matters. xcunqrw Apply now Formerly known as the Frontline programme. Frontline is registered charity no. 1163194

Approach Social Work Make your work something you're proud of. Approach Social Work is a fully funded training programme that helps people from all professional backgrounds become children's social workers. You'll gain the training, hands-on experience and support to build the skills needed to help children and families thrive. You don't need any prior social work knowledge or experience to join us. We're looking for people who are motivated to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children at risk of harm and ready to commit to three years of learning, working and growing. Why Approach Social Work? Fully funded master's degree in children's social work; you won't pay a penny in tuition fees. Work directly with children and families while you train, putting your learning into practice straight away. £18,000–£20,000 tax-free bursary in year one to help with living and travel costs while you train. Guaranteed newly qualified social worker role in a local authority when you successfully complete year one. Earn £30,000–£39,000 in year two, with salaries up to £44,000 in year three. Join the Frontline Fellowship, a national community offering ongoing support, networking and professional development. The role of a children's social worker You'll work directly with children and families to make sure children are safe, supported and able to thrive. No two days are the same. Your work might involve visiting a child at home or school, working with teachers or health professionals, or supporting a parent through difficult circumstances. You'll draw on evidence, weigh up risks, influence decisions and advocate for children, all while showing empathy, resilience and self-awareness. There's never been a more exciting time to join the profession. The government is leading nationwide reforms in children's social work, which aim to strengthen support for families, increase collaboration between services and improve outcomes for children. As a newly qualified social worker, you'll not only be supporting children and families, you'll also help shape the future of social work practice. How the programme works Approach Social Work is an intensive three-year programme that combines academic study with hands-on practice. From the start, you'll be helping children and families to make a lasting, positive difference in their lives. Year one: Begin study for your postgraduate diploma in social work Learn within a local authority social work team, supported by experienced social workers, a tutor and a practice educator Work directly with children and families while you train, putting your learning into practice straight away Receive a tax-free bursary of £18,000 or £20,000 (depending on location) to help with living and travel costs Years two and three: Move into a guaranteed paid role as a newly qualified children's social worker Continue to receive training and support Complete your master's degree while you work Earn £30,000–£39,000 in year two, with salaries up to £44,000 in year three After the programme: Continue your development through the Frontline Fellowship *Salary information is based on self-reported earnings from participants in 2024 and 2025. Who we're looking for Whether you have recently graduated or are looking for a change after years in your profession, we welcome applicants from any career background. No social work experience is needed. We're looking for people with empathy, resilience, self-awareness and strong judgement, who are motivated to make a difference. Many candidates find it useful to have experience from a people-focused role, including education, healthcare, care, youth work, customer service, retail, hospitality, the charity sector and emergency services. We also see many applications from youth workers, support workers, family support workers, teachers, learning support assistants, teaching assistants, counsellors, care workers, key workers, charity workers and social work assistants. However, we have welcomed participants onto the programme from as varied backgrounds as Irish dancing, the military and magic circle law firms. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, ages and ethnicities, especially groups who are underrepresented in children's social work, such as men. Eligibility requirements Have at least a 2.2 (predicted or obtained) in an undergraduate honours degree (or international equivalent) Have obtained GCSE English Language at Grade C/4 or above (or?approved equivalent?qualification) Possess the right to work and study in the UK (including access to public funds) for the duration of the programme (until September 2030) Be resident in England by the time the programme commences Not be a qualified social worker Places are available in selected locations and applications will close as locations reach capacity. If you're eligible, apply early to avoid missing out. Funded by UK Government. Delivered by Frontline. Real support. Real skills. A career that matters. TPBN1_UKTJ