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£32,849 - £35,896 assuming good attendance Hours: Waking nights (4 on / 4 off 9pm - 8am) 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 night support workers are a part of enabling 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 night support workers 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 take care of the home and our young people through the night. There will be times when a young person wakes up in the middle of the night dealing with severe trauma, feeling ill, upset or just unable to sleep -having someone there that understands them and provide support in that moment can make a huge difference. Building a rapport and becoming someone our young people can trust in their time of need is what we are looking for. In quieter times we will need you to take care of tasks around the home such as paper work, cleaning and laundry. Working here is never dull, and the work really matters. It’s about tapping into each young person’s needs, personality and potential - and guiding them toward a positive future. 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 £29,449 - £32,496 * Bonuses: £1,400 Attendance Allowance – assuming good attendance, £2,000 Regional Allowance, £1,000 Welcome Bonus • on successful completion of probation & £1,000 Loyalty Bonus (after 12 months of employment) * 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 ___ Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance – check out our benefits * 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 * Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our homes ___ Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our homes * 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 NSO 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 Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. 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 ___. To view our ex-offenders policy please click ___. Children’s Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH

£13.30 per hour plus additional payments of £50 for sleep-in shifts | Flexible Hours | Sessional, Part-Time & Full-Time Roles Available Make an impact. Feel valued. Be supported. We offer flexible working to suit your lifestyle: • 7.5-hour shifts or 15-hours if you would prefer long days, • Day shifts, • Sleep-ins, • Sessional and part-time options available At Lifeways Shepton Mallet, you’ll be supporting eight incredible individuals with learning disabilities. They’re full of personality and passion—whether it’s collecting quirky treasures, sewing with care, or heading out to the theatre, cinema, or even on holiday. Your role is to help them manage their ASD conditions and live life on their terms—with dignity, joy, and independence. You’ll be: • Supporting with personal care and daily routines, • Helping with cooking, cleaning, and medication, • Encouraging hobbies, social outings, and community adventures, • Providing emotional support and celebrating small wins We believe care should be rewarding—for everyone. That’s why we offer over £2,000 in annual benefits—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to make a real impact. • Free DBS Check – No fees, no fuss, • Funded Qualifications – Grow your skills with recognised training, • Lifeways Rewards – Discounts and cashback at shops, cinemas, gyms, holidays and more, • Cycle to Work Scheme – Save while you ride, • Health Cash Plan Option – Claim back costs for dental, glasses, therapy and more, • Employee Assistance Programme – Free, confidential support when you need it Whether you’re an experienced Care Assistant, Support Worker, or Healthcare Assistant—or just someone with a big heart and a desire to help—you’ll fit right in. You’re: • Compassionate, patient, and full of positive energy, • A great listener and team player, • Calm, adaptable, and ready to make a difference LWGAK

Approach Social Work (formerly known as the Frontline programme) Looking for a career with purpose and a clear path for development? As a social worker, you’ll work directly with children and families to make sure children are safe, supported and able to thrive. It’s a career that offers stability, progression and the chance to make a lasting difference. On this programme, you’ll be supported from day one and gain the skills, experience and master’s degree to succeed, wherever your career takes you. About the programme Approach Social Work is a fully funded training programme that helps you step into children’s social work with the training, tools and support to make a difference. On the programme, you’ll develop a deep understanding of child-focused practice and how to build relationships that create real change. You’ll also explore anti-discriminatory, anti-oppressive and anti-racist approaches — and earn a master’s degree along the way. What to expect Year one: Begin study for your postgraduate diploma Work with children and families within a local authority, supported by experienced tutors and practice educators Receive a bursary of £18,000 or £20,000 (depending on location) to help with living and travel costs Year two and three: Move into a paid role as a newly qualified social worker (up to £34,000, or more in some London boroughs) Keep working towards your master’s degree Join the Frontline Fellowship, a national community offering career-long support and development The role: You’ll learn how to build relationships, make difficult decisions and advocate for children’s safety and wellbeing. That means: Visiting a child at home or school Supporting a parent through difficult circumstances Working with teachers, health professionals or police Writing reports and helping decide what’s safest for a child It’s a role that takes empathy, resilience and strong judgement, rooted in anti-racist, anti-oppressive and anti-discriminatory practice. Who we’re looking for You don’t need experience in social work, just the right values, resilience and commitment to making a difference. We welcome applicants from all degree backgrounds and are especially keen to hear from those underrepresented in the sector, including men and people from racially diverse communities. 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 2029) Be resident in England by the time the programme commences Not be a qualified social worker Real support. Real skills. A career that matters. Apply now Delivered by children’s charity Frontline. Formerly known as the Frontline programme.

We are looking for a Support Worker to be part of our small community farm team. This is a rewarding role working with both children and adults with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and/or social and emotional difficulties. Working with small groups or on a one to one basis, you will support our clients to develop and grow via a variety of practical tasks that utilise our farm's resouces. This could be looking after our animals, growing veg in our indoor and outdoor growing spaces, learning about nature in the woods, doing arts and crafts or helping with other jobs around the farm. We are particularly interested in hearing from people that have carpentry, woodwork, DIY or other practical skills.

At Dorothy House Hospice Care, we are dedicated to delivering outstanding, holistic support for patients and families across every stage of palliative and end-of-life care. We have now created an exciting opportunity for an experienced and inspiring leader to join us as our Psychosocial Services Lead • a pivotal role overseeing an incredible range of services that bring emotional, social, and spiritual care to life. This is a truly unique opportunity to lead and shape the work of our Family Support Team , Adult and Children's Social Work Team , and Homeless Link Worker , while acting as the Operational Safeguarding Lead for adults and children. You will champion collaboration, inclusivity, and personalised care, ensuring that every person we support receives compassionate, high-quality, and safe care. As part of our Care Services Senior Leadership Team, you will work alongside our Matrons, Allied Health Professionals, and Community Care leaders - driving service innovation, professional excellence, and continuous improvement across the organisation. PSYCOSOCIAL SERVICES LEAD | Band 8a | £55,690 - £62,682 per annum If you are a senior Social Work professional who combines strategic thinking with hands-on compassion - and who thrives on leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver life-changing care - we would love to hear from you. This role offers both variety and purpose, overseeing diverse services that make a tangible difference every day. The role will include: Providing visible, compassionate leadership across the Family Support, Social Work and Homeless Link teams. Acting as the Operational Safeguarding Lead for adults and children, including MCA and DoLS, providing expert advice, guidance, and training. Leading and managing the day-to-day operations of multiple specialist teams, ensuring professional and clinical excellence. Delivering education and guidance across Dorothy House on safeguarding, mental capacity, and complex decision-making. Supporting complex cases and multidisciplinary care planning , ensuring safe, holistic, and person-centred care. Overseeing governance, audit, and quality improvement for your services, ensuring CQC and statutory compliance. Managing staffing, budgets, and resources efficiently, ensuring sustainable and effective service delivery. Line-managing senior staff , supporting their development through supervision, PDRs, and professional growth. Contributing to strategic planning and service redesign , representing Dorothy House locally and regionally. See our full detailed Job Description on our website for more information. HOURS OF WORK This is a Full-Time position working 37.5 a week (Monday to Friday). ABOUT YOU We are looking for a confident, compassionate leader who can unite professional disciplines, safeguard excellence, and champion holistic care. Essential requirements: Professional Social Work qualification (CQSW, CSS, DipSW, BA/BSc Hons SW) and evidence of working at or beyond Master's level (MSc or equivalent experience) Substantial post-registration experience in palliative or end-of-life care (ideally hospice or community settings) In-depth knowledge and applied experience of safeguarding adults and children, MCA and DoLS, including leading or supporting investigations Proven experience managing multidisciplinary teams, services, and budgets Strong understanding of clinical governance, audit, regulatory standards (CQC), and quality improvement Experience of family support services such as bereavement, psychological, spiritual, or social care provision Proven ability to inspire and develop staff, manage complex situations, and deliver innovation through change Excellent communication, influencing, and negotiation skills with a compassionate and inclusive leadership style Experience in developing and delivering education and training in safeguarding and/or palliative care Desirable requirements: Safeguarding Level 4 training and experience delivering safeguarding education (Level 3) Knowledge of commissioning and contract management processes ABOUT THE BENEFITS Dorothy House is an incredible place to work, these are just a few of our benefits that we offer to our staff: 27 days plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days and then 33 days with length of service Excellent industry leading training with a focus on career development! Pension with Life Assurance. Colleague discount across our 29 retail stores. 45p per mile for work travel. Mindful Employer Plus Charter - supporting our colleagues with access to impartial, confidential advice when you need it most. If this sounds like your ideal job, then we'd love to see your application. Please note that our vacancies can close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. We therefore encourage early submission of your application . INTERVIEWS Interviews for the role are aiming to be held week commencing the 8th December 2026. TPBN1_UKTJ