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SEN Teaching Assistant - Special Educational Needs School in Canterbury Full-time - £93 per day - ASAP start - Monday to Friday 8.30am-3.30pm Ad-hoc and potential to become a long-term position If you are passionate about supporting children and young people with severe and complex special educational needs, and thrive in a nurturing yet highly specialised environment, this could be the role for you. Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking resilient, compassionate, and committed SEN Teaching Assistants to join one of our client schools in Canterbury The Role • Supporting pupils on a 1:1 or small group basis with needs including severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), complex learning difficulties, autism spectrum condition (ASC), and sensory impairments., • Assisting with personalised learning programmes tailored to each pupil's EHCP, focusing on communication, independence, and life skills., • Providing support with personal care where required, ensuring dignity and respect at all times., • Using a calm, patient, and nurturing approach to support pupils who may have communication difficulties or sensory needs., • Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment., • Being a positive role model who genuinely wants to make a difference - this role is more than just a job., • Prior experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Care Support Worker, or within a specialist SEN setting is highly desirable., • Experience supporting children or young people with SLD, PMLD, autism, or complex needs is advantageous., • You must demonstrate patience, emotional resilience, adaptability, and a proactive attitude., • A willingness to assist with personal care and medical needs where necessary., • Must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS (child-only) on the update service or be willing to get a new one. A new DBS costs £62 and we will reimburse the £62 once you complete 20 days of work with us., • Competitive daily rates and transparent pay., • Ongoing access to over 2,500 CPD-accredited courses through The National College., • A dedicated and experienced consultant supporting you every step of the way.

\n \n \n Location: Bradbury Grange, Whitstable Hours: 10 hours per week (Two hours per day for five days a week -possibly 4 - 6pm) Salary: £12.60 per hour (£13.45 per hour from 1st April) \n For this role, we are currently considering candidates who live within approximately 15 miles of the Service. This ensures commutes are manageable and support your wellbeing and work-life balance. If you live outside this area but would still find the commute manageable, please get in touch – we are happy to review individual circumstances. \n About the role \n We are looking for a reliable and caring Laundry Assistant to join our team at MHA. This is an important role, helping to ensure residents’ clothing, bedding and linen are cleaned to a high standard, while always respecting dignity, privacy and personal choice. \n As a Laundry Assistant, you will play a key part in maintaining a safe, hygienic and comfortable environment for residents, supporting their wellbeing and helping them feel at home. \n What you will do \n \n • Operate laundry equipment safely and in line with training and manufacturer guidance.\n, • Sort, wash, dry and iron residents’ clothing, bedding and linen, following care labels and instructions.\n, • Safely manage infected laundry and prevent cross-contamination in line with infection control procedures.\n, • Distribute clean laundry to residents’ rooms and linen cupboards, reporting unidentified items as needed.\n, • Carry out basic mending and identify items requiring dry cleaning.\n, • Maintain cleanliness and tidiness within the laundry area and ensure equipment is clean and well maintained.\n, • Follow COSHH, manual handling, health & safety and infection prevention requirements at all times.\n, • Respect residents’ privacy, dignity and choice.\n, • Previous experience of laundry work (desirable).\n, • Good communication and listening skills.\n, • The ability to follow instructions and prioritise tasks effectively.\n, • A positive, flexible approach to work.\n, • Sensitivity to the needs of older people and a commitment to quality service.\n, • Willingness to undertake training and development.\n, • 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro-rota for part time)\n, • A strong pension scheme and life assurance\n, • Free DBS checks and uniforms\n, • Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support and access to our hardship fund\n, • Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family-friendly policies\n, • Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and the Vivup app\n, • A full induction, ongoing training and development opportunities\n

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - SEMH School 📍 Canterbury 💼 Full-time | Term Time Only 💰 Competitive daily rate Academics are currently recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist SEMH school in Canterbury. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. This role would suit individuals with experience in: Education (LSA, TA, Cover Supervisor etc.) Social care or youth work Residential or foster home settings Mental health support roles Behaviour support or alternative provision The Role: Supporting students with SEMH needs on a 1:1 and small group basis Building positive, consistent relationships with vulnerable young people Helping to regulate behaviour and promote emotional wellbeing Supporting students both inside and outside of the classroom Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff to implement support plans The Ideal Candidate: Resilient, calm and confident in challenging situations Able to build trust and rapport quickly Passionate about improving outcomes for vulnerable young people Previous experience supporting children or young adults with additional needs A strong team player with a proactive attitude £90 - £95 per day, Mon-Fri, 08:30 to 15:30, PAYE, Term time only You MUST have right to work in the UK in o...

Homecare Assistant Join Nurseplus as a Homecare Assistant – Make a Real Difference in Your Community Every Day - Drivers only to apply. Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of vulnerable people in your community? If you are a driver and want to be a Homecare Assistant with Nurseplus Care at home, you’ll have the unique opportunity to provide outstanding, compassionate care directly in the comfort of clients’ homes within the social care sector. Whether you’re supporting individuals with learning disabilities, complex care needs, mental health conditions, dementia, or assisting elderly clients, you’ll be making a meaningful difference with every shift. Drivers only to apply. Why Join Nurseplus Care at home? Continuity of Care: We strive to provide continuity with the same clients and consistent hours each week. Whether you prefer short visits traveling from home to home or longer 12-hour shifts in one location, we have a variety of options to suit your lifestyle. Whether you are looking for full or part time work we can help. We would need support of weekends on a rotated basis. Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates: Earn between £13.50 and £20.25 per hour, with weekly pay and an annual pay increase to reward your hard work. With increased Bank Holiday payrate. Deliver Compassionate Care: Make a lasting impact by helping clients live independently and with dignity, throug...

Paralegal - Private Client • Annual Salary: £40,000, • Location: Whitstable Day-to-day of the role: • Manage an existing and well-maintained portfolio of Private Client matters including estate administration, inheritance tax forms, wills, and general lifetime planning., • Work alongside an experienced Private Client Assistant to ensure smooth progression of files., • Take ownership of ongoing cases following a comprehensive handover., • Liaise with clients, beneficiaries, and third parties with empathy and professionalism., • Strong experience as a Paralegal within Private Client work., • Ability to independently manage files with confidence and attention to detail., • Familiarity with inheritance tax documentation, probate processes, and distribution of assets., • Competitive salary of £40,000 for experienced Paralegals., • Twenty-five days holiday plu...

Join Nurseplus as a Homecare Assistant – Make a Real Difference in Your Community Every Day - Drivers only to apply. Nurseplus Care at home, you'll have the unique opportunity to provide outstanding, compassionate care directly in the comfort of clients' homes within the social care sector. Why Jo

Assistant Service Manager Margate £27,900 per year ⏰ Full Time | Permanent The Opportunity An established care provider is looking for an Assistant Service Manager to join a supported living service in Margate. This is a hands-on leadership role supporting a small team delivering person-centred care to adults with complex needs including profound learning disabilities and autism. The role combines operational leadership with direct support, ensuring high standards of care, safety and service delivery. You will work closely with the Service Manager to lead and develop the team, promote positive outcomes for the people supported and maintain a culture of continuous improvement. The Role As Assistant Service Manager, you will: Support the Service Manager in the day-to-day running of the service Lead and motivate a team of support staff Ensure high-quality, person-centred care is delivered at all times Support recruitment, supervision and development of staff Maintain compliance with policies, procedures and safeguarding standards Promote positive risk taking while ensuring safety Step in to manage the service in the absence of the Service Manager Participate in the on-call rota when required This is a practical leadership role, where you will also support individuals directly when needed. The People You’ll Support The service supports adults with: Learning disabilities Autism Complex care needs Behaviours that may challenge Support includes personal care, communication support and promoting independence within the community. What We’re Looking For Ideal candidates will have: Experience within health & social care Previous experience as a Team Leader, Senior Support Worker, Deputy or Assistant Manager Strong understanding of person-centred care and safeguarding Ability to lead and develop teams A positive, proactive and compassionate approach Working Pattern Shifts may include: 7:00am – 2:30pm 2:00pm – 9:30pm / 10:00pm Flexibility is required including weekends and bank holidays. No night shifts are required. Why Apply? Opportunity to progress into service management Supportive organisation with structured training Chance to make a real impact in people’s lives Work within a values-driven care service

SEN Teaching Assistant ( SEMH ) We are working with a specialist SEMH provision in Canterbury supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, who are looking to welcome a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant to their team. This is a highly rewarding role where no two days are the same. You will be supporting pupils who may have experienced challenges in mainstream education, helping them to re-engage with learning, develop emotional regulation, and build confidence in a safe and structured environment. The Role: SEN Teaching Assistant Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs Help manage behaviour positively, using a calm and consistent approach Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils Support the class teacher in delivering engaging, tailored lessons Encourage personal development, social skills, and emotional wellbeing What We're Looking For: SEN Teaching Assistant A resilient, patient, and empathetic individual Strong communication and relationship-building skills A proactive and positive attitude Experience working with children or young people is desirable (SEN experience is a bonus, not essential) Backgrounds in care, youth work, sports coaching, or support work are highly transferable Why Work in a SEN / SEMH Setting? Make a real impact - see the direct difference you make every single day Smaller class sizes - more meaningful 1:1 interaction with pupils Strong team support - work alongside experienced staff who truly support each other Ongoing training & development - build valuable skills in behaviour management, safeguarding, and SEN support Rewarding environment - celebrate small wins that genuinely matterApply now to find out more

Bank Project Worker Whitstable Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8ED £14.57 per hour Hours as and when required Be the reason someone feels supported We’re proud to be recognised as the 2025 Housing with Care Employer of the Year – and we’re excited to welcome a new Bank Project Worker to our vibrant Ofsted-registered young people service at Whitstable Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8ED. You’ll be part of a compassionate, community-focused team supporting young people, that puts people first – every single day. As a not-for-profit organisation, we reinvest in our people and our services, celebrating individuality and helping you thrive both personally and professionally. Sanctuary Supported Living is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone that we support and care for, and we expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are made subject to satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service, qualification, and other pre-employment checks. Please note: If you have lived or worked overseas, you may be required to provide an overseas police check. Any costs incurred for this will be reimbursed once your employment has commenced. Your role Assess customer needs, update support plans, and signpost to education, training, and employment Support customers with daily living tasks such as cooking and cleaning Offer advice to help customers meet tenancy conditions Assist with managing finances and welfare benefits Promote social inclusion and help build confidence and resilience Ensure safeguarding responsibilities are met (This role is sometimes also referred to as Support Worker, Support Assistant, or Independent Living Assistant). Your skills Experience working with vulnerable people Positive approach to supporting young people with varied needs Strong interpersonal and customer care skills Effective communication and ability to work on your own initiative Knowledge of support planning, key working, risk assessment, and safeguarding Proficient technology/IT skills (Microsoft Office and similar) NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or willingness to work towards it Your rewards A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers Health and well-being plans A wide range of learning and development opportunities Some rewards are subject to a qualifying period or other criteria – visit our website for more information. Ready to #BeYourBest? Apply today and start an inspiring career with Sanctuary Supported Living. Curious about what it’s like to work with us? Discover our values, culture, and real stories from our teams at or follow us on socials. Before you apply As part of your application, you must upload a cover letter alongside your CV. Applications without a cover letter may not be considered. Your cover letter should: explain your motivations for working with young people, and outline why you are interested in this specific role. We can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK. Internal candidates should apply via their internal careers account. We may close this advert early, so please apply as soon as possible. Inclusion is one of our core values . We’re committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process in line with our Disability Confident employer status. Building Equality and Diversity Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers. We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for. Sanctuary Supported Living is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities.

Project Worker 94 Whitstable Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8ED £14.57 per hour 37.5 Hours per week Be the reason someone feels supported We’re proud to be recognised as the 2025 Housing with Care Employer of the Year – and we’re excited to welcome a new Project Worker to our vibrant Ofsted-registered young people service at 94 Whitstable Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8ED . You’ll be part of a compassionate, community-focused team supporting young people, that puts people first – every single day. As a not-for-profit organisation, we reinvest in our people and our services, celebrating individuality and helping you thrive both personally and professionally. Sanctuary Supported Living is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone that we support and care for, and we expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are made subject to satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service, qualification, and other pre-employment checks. Please note: If you have lived or worked overseas, you may be required to provide an overseas police check. Any costs incurred for this will be reimbursed once your employment has commenced. Your role Assess customer needs, update support plans, and signpost to education, training, and employment Support customers with daily living tasks such as cooking and cleaning Offer advice to help customers meet tenancy conditions Assist with managing finances and welfare benefits Promote social inclusion and help build confidence and resilience Ensure safeguarding responsibilities are met (This role is sometimes also referred to as Support Worker, Support Assistant, or Independent Living Assistant). Your skills Experience working with vulnerable people Positive approach to supporting young people with varied needs Strong interpersonal and customer care skills Effective communication and ability to work on your own initiative Knowledge of support planning, key working, risk assessment, and safeguarding Proficient technology/IT skills (Microsoft Office and similar) NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or willingness to work towards it Your rewards You deserve more than the basics. That’s why, alongside 33 days’ annual leave pro rata (rising to 38, including bank holidays) , occupational sick pay linked to length of service, and a contributory pension scheme , we’ve created a package to help you thrive: Health and wellbeing support – including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial, and legal advice, as well as short-term counselling Company-paid life insurance Parental leave arrangements and annual leave purchase scheme Company-funded training and ongoing career development opportunities Flexible working options and an inclusive culture where everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks Exclusive retail discounts , Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice arrangements Some rewards are subject to a qualifying period or other criteria – visit our website for more information. Ready to #BeYourBest? Apply today and start an inspiring career with Sanctuary Supported Living. Curious about what it’s like to work with us? Discover our values, culture, and real stories from our teams at or follow us on socials. Before you apply As part of your application, you must upload a cover letter alongside your CV. Applications without a cover letter may not be considered. Your cover letter should: explain your motivations for working with young people, and outline why you are interested in this specific role. We can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK. Internal candidates should apply via their internal careers account. We may close this advert early, so please apply as soon as possible. Job ref:226803 Inclusion is one of our core values . We’re committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process in line with our Disability Confident employer status. Building Equality and Diversity Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers. We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for. Sanctuary Supported Living is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities.