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We believe in giving you more time to do the things you love outside of work Job Title: Learning Support Assistant Location: The Wenlock School, Dudley, West Midlands, DY1 3SB Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday to Friday | Monday 8:15am - 4:30pm, Tuesday - Friday 8:15am - 3:45pm Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: November 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the Role We're looking for a passionate and caring Learning Support Assistant to join our specialist team and help students overcome barriers to learning, build confidence, and achieve their full potential. This is much more than a classroom support role. You'll work closely with students who require individualised support, helping them develop academically, socially, and emotionally. Every day brings new challenges, achievements, and opportunities to positively impact a young person's future. Working alongside teachers, therapists, families, and external professionals, you'll play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing environment where students feel understood, valued, and empowered to succeed. Whether you're an experienced Learning Support Assistant or someone with the right values, resilience, and passion for supporting young people with SEND, we'd love to hear from you. What you will be doing • Providing dedicated 1:1 and small group support for students with additional needs, • Helping students overcome social, emotional, communication, and learning barriers, • Supporting students both inside and outside of the classroom to maximise engagement and progress, • Building positive, trusting relationships that promote confidence, independence, and wellbeing, • Working collaboratively with teachers, families, therapists, and external agencies, • Contributing to a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment where every student can thrive What you will bring • A minimum Level 3 qualification, • GCSE Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths required, • Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, SEMH, or additional learning needs, • Excellent communication and teamwork skills, • A calm, resilient, and nurturing approach, • A genuine passion for helping students reach their potential About Us Opened in 2018, The Wenlock School is a co-educational day school for students aged 7–18 with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, autism, and associated learning differences. We are building an Outstanding provision a school that transforms lives through creativity, care, and commitment. Our team is passionate about making a genuine difference, supporting every student to reach their full potential within a therapeutic and inclusive environment. At Wenlock, you’ll be part of a dedicated community that values innovation, collaboration, and compassion. Together, we empower students to succeed and build the foundations for a brighter future. At Outcomes First Schools, we provide specialist education for learners who need a deeper level of understanding, expertise and support than mainstream education can typically offer. We support students with a wide range of complex, co-occurring and neurodivergent needs, including autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and communication needs, dyslexia and experiences of trauma or adversity. We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running. Why Join Us? We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase contributions, • “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks, • Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:, • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits, • Hundreds of UK and international discounts, • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme, • Critical illness cover, • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales. #1

We believe in giving you more time to do the things you love outside of work Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: The Wenlock School, Dudley, West Midlands, DY1 3SB Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | Monday 8:15am - 4:30pm, Tuesday - Friday 8:15am - 3:45pm Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: November 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the Role At The Wenlock School, our students need more than just support in the classroom. They need encouragement, understanding, and someone who believes in their potential. We're looking for a compassionate and motivated Teaching Assistant to join our specialist team and help students with additional needs achieve success both in education and in life. This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity where no two days are the same. You'll help students build confidence, develop independence, overcome barriers to learning, and celebrate achievements that truly matter. Whether it's helping a student engage in learning, develop social skills, manage their emotions, or achieve a personal milestone, you'll play a vital part in their journey. If you're patient, resilient, and passionate about helping young people thrive, this could be the career opportunity you've been looking for. What You'll Be Doing • Supporting students with their learning, emotional wellbeing, and personal development., • Building trusted relationships that help students feel safe, valued, and confident., • Working alongside teachers to deliver engaging and meaningful learning experiences., • Encouraging independence, resilience, and positive behaviour., • Delivering targeted support and interventions to help students overcome barriers to learning., • Creating a nurturing environment where every student can achieve their potential. What We’re Looking For • GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent required., • Experience working with children or young people, ideally within a SEND, care, education, or support setting., • Is patient, resilient, and able to remain calm in challenging situations., • Can build positive relationships and inspire confidence in young people., • Has excellent communication and teamwork skills., • Is passionate about making a genuine difference to students' lives every day. About us Opened in 2018, The Wenlock School is a co-educational day school for students aged 7–18 with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, autism, and associated learning differences. We are building an Outstanding provision a school that transforms lives through creativity, care, and commitment. Our team is passionate about making a genuine difference, supporting every student to reach their full potential within a therapeutic and inclusive environment. At Wenlock, you’ll be part of a dedicated community that values innovation, collaboration, and compassion. Together, we empower students to succeed and build the foundations for a brighter future. At Outcomes First Schools, we provide specialist education for learners who need a deeper level of understanding, expertise and support than mainstream education can typically offer. We support students with a wide range of complex, co-occurring and neurodivergent needs, including autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and communication needs, dyslexia and experiences of trauma or adversity. We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running. Why Join Us? We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase contributions, • “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks, • Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:, • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits, • Hundreds of UK and international discounts, • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme, • Critical illness cover, • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales. #1

Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. Cygnet Group is looking for a creative, compassionate and motivated Activity Co-ordinator to join our team at Meadow Mews Meadows Mews is an enhanced community residential service for men with neuropsychiatric or neurodegenerative conditions, who may have behaviours that challenge alongside additional social and complex needs. Meadows Mews acts as a transitional service from inpatient rehabilitation for those individuals who have been able to progress through the hospital pathway but now require the ability to return to the community; where participation in both social and domestic activities is vital for their quality of life and long term future in the community. As an Activity Co-ordinator at Cygnet Meadow Mews, you will support and enhance the care of individuals at the service by working closely with the Occupational Therapist and wider interdisciplinary team. You will help plan, deliver and promote a wide range of therapeutic, recreational, social and wellbeing activities that are meaningful, safe and person-centred. Encouraging individuals to access and take part in a variety of activities, hobbies and therapeutic programmes • Supporting people to maintain existing interests, hobbies and social connections, • Assisting the Occupational Therapist with the planning and implementation of therapy programmes, • Helping to source and prepare appropriate materials, resources and equipment for activities, • Contributing creative ideas for activities, events and group sessions, • Facilitating activities safely and in line with individual care plans, risk assessments and therapeutic goals, • Promoting recovery, independence, social inclusion and community engagement, • Supporting individuals to build confidence, develop daily living skills and improve wellbeing, • Working collaboratively with the wider clinical, care and support team We are looking for an enthusiastic and academically strong candidate who can bring creativity, structure and compassion to the role. • Experience and/or a genuine passion for working in healthcare, mental health, learning disability services or social care, • Some knowledge or understanding of Occupational Therapy, • A creative flair and the ability to plan engaging, meaningful activities, • The confidence to work as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team, • Strong communication and organisation skills, • A positive, patient and flexible approach, • An interest in supporting people with complex needs and behaviours that may challenge, • An awareness of recovery approaches, social inclusion and person-centred care, which is desirable This role may suit someone with experience as an Activity Co-ordinator, Activities Coordinator, Therapy Assistant, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Mental Health Support Worker, Activities Worker or Social Care Worker. At Cygnet, your work as an Activity Co-ordinator will help create meaningful daily experiences for the people in our care. You will play an important role in supporting wellbeing, independence, confidence and quality of life. • Salary: £13.15 per hour, • Increasing to £13.45 per hour after 3 months, • Full-time hours: 42 hours per week, • Monday to Friday working pattern, • Strong career progression opportunities into management roles, • Monthly reflective practice, • Support with CPD opportunities, • Free meal on shift, • Expert clinical supervision and peer support, • Employee referral scheme, • Pension scheme, • Cycle to work scheme, • Employee discount savings Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. #J-18808-Ljbffr

• Support Lead the Designated Nurses for Safeguarding children and adults in fulfilling the functions associated with the post as detailed in statutory / national guidance., • In combination with other members of the ICB safeguarding team, lead and support all activities necessary to ensure that the ICB meets their responsibilities for safeguarding children, children looked after and adults, • While the Designated Nurses for Safeguarding remain responsible, some tasks will be delegated to the Assistant Designated Nurse and they will be expected to act up in their absence., • The role is designed to build a combination of subject matter expertise and technical skills to develop a strong service delivery. In carrying out your role, at least one of the agreed strategic anchors should be at the core of everything you do:, • Commissioning for Value and Outcomes, • Accelerating Neighbourhood Health at Pace, • Making the Best Use of Digital Solutions in our Pathways, • Financial Discipline / 2% Productivity, • Advancing Health Equity, • Integrated Partnership, Ensure the ICB meets all statutory safeguarding duties as defined in related documents including the Safeguarding Accountability and Assurance Framework (SAAF) 2024, Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, Intercollegiate Documents for Children and Adults 20025 and all relevant legislation including:, • Children Act 1989 and 2004, • Care Act 2014, • Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Liberty Protection Safeguards (when implemented), • NHS Act 2006, • Domestic Abuse Act 2021, • Serious Violence Duty 2023, • You will provide:, • Strategic leadership undertaking delegated responsibilities from the Lead Designated Nurse in your area, • System assurance and quality oversight, • Partnership working across a range of multi-agency safeguarding boards and partnership arrangements to deliver effective safeguarding and key priorities and service improvements., • Expert clinical advice across a range of safeguarding matters to support ICB staff in contracting, commissioning, quality roles, health economy staff in a range of strategic and operational roles and multiagency partners, • Collaborate with Business Intelligence and analytics colleagues to integrate safeguarding performance and population risk indicators into commissioning decisions and monitoring frameworks. Birmingham, the Black Country and Solihull Integrated Care Board (ICB) brings together the NHS, local councils and voluntary sector partners to support 2.7 million people. Our vision is to make the area the healthiest place to live and work by improving life chances and reducing inequalities. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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The following content displays a map of the jobs location - Wolverhampton £14.50 per hours plus 43p per mile expenses Working Hours: 20 Location: Closing Date: 30/10/2026 Job Category: Estate, Care and Support Department: Business Area: Services Due to our evolving care and lifestyle delivery, we are looking for passionate Care Assistants to join our growing care team. Location: Wolverhampton and surrounding area - A valid full UK driving license and use of your own vehicle is essential to be considered for this role. Hourly rate: £14.50 per hour, plus earn an EXTRA30p per hour for working evening hours, and an EXTRA £1.30 for weekend hours. Various hours available per week on a rota basis that will include mornings, evenings and alternate weekends (may include some bank holidays) anytime between 7am to 10pm. Are you compassionate, proactive, and eager to make a difference in the lives of older adults? Join McCarthy & Stone as aMobile Care Assistant and play a key role in enhancing the quality of life for our homeowners in our beautiful purpose-built developments. About the Role: This is a dual role consisting of Personal Care and Domestic Services. You’ll work closely with the Field Care Supervisor, House Managers and Registered Care Manager to deliver personal bespoke care and lifestyle services. This could be from assisting with personal care, household tasks to offering companionship and supporting wellbeing activities. There is the expectation to ensure communal areas are cleaned regularly too. This is a mobile field-based role to grow our care service so there is a requirement to travel between our developments. Key Responsibilities: • Support Individual Homeowners: To provide personalised care, including help with daily activities, personal hygiene, and medication assistance., • Domestic: Maintain communal areas within our developments to a high standard, ensuring a clean, tidy, and welcoming environment for all homeowners. You will also offer domestic support for our homeowners, such as cleaning, shopping, and managing household tasks., • Social Support: To assist homeowners with social activities, transport arrangements, and attending appointments, enhancing their overall well-being and social connections. What We’re Looking For: • Skills & Experience: We would love you will have previous experience in a care environment with a Level 2 Health and Social Care BUT this is not essential, as we can provide full training for anyone looking for a career change. You must have strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and the ability to manage your time effectively. We welcome applications from people with domestic or housekeeping experience., • Driving License: This is a field-based role, so a valid full UK driving license is required, and access to your own car along with a willingness to travel between developments., • Flexibility: The ability to work on a rota basis that will include early mornings, lates and alternate weekends, and some bank holidays. Why Join Us? • Travel Expenses Covered: Use your personal car for work with all travel expenses fully reimbursed and parking available on site. Mileage is paid at 43p per mile., • Uniform and mobile phoneprovided., • Professional Development: We support your growth with training opportunities, including the chance to work towards a Diploma in Health and Social Care and to progress to a senior care assistant role if that is of interest., • Up to 28 days holiday (pro rata if you work part time hours.), • Life insurance, • Company pension, • Opportunities to stay in our guest suites across all our developments UK wide, • Discounts on apartment purchases for employees and immediate family, • Management and leadership trainingand support with professional qualifications, • 24/7 access to Employee Assist Programme (including counsellors and legal advisors) and access to inhouse Mental Health First Aiders, • Impactful Work: Enjoy the satisfaction of making a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults every day., • The opportunity to earn extra incomefrom our staff referral scheme (Up to £500 per referral) If you’re a caring, dedicated individual with a can-do attitude and a passion for supporting older people, we’d love to hear from you! UK-based applicants only; sponsorship is not available. #J-18808-Ljbffr