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Job Title: Children's Support Worker - Secure UnitLocation: PeterboroughSalary: £18.00 - £19.00 per hour About the Role:We are currently recruiting experienced and resilient Children's Support Workers to join a secure unit in Peterborough. This is a highly rewarding role supporting vulnerable children and young people with complex needs in a structured and secure environment. You will play a key role in promoting safety, stability, and positive behavioural outcomes. Key Responsibilities: • Provide high-quality care and supervision within a secure setting, • Support children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs, • Safely manage challenging behaviours in line with training and policies, • Build professional, trusting relationships with young people, • Work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver care plans, • Minimum of 6 months' UK experience working with children or young people, • Valid restraint training (e.g. MAPA, CPI, or equivalent) - essential, • Strong communication and de-escalation skills, • Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage challenging situations, • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, • Competitive hourly rate of £18.00 - £19.00, • Ongoing training and development opportunities, • Supportive and professional working environment Apply today to take the next step in your care career. IND-HSC

Our Benefits We value our colleagues in Cambridgeshire County Council and have developed a number of benefits in addition to the basics like annual leave, sick pay, pension and mileage… • A comprehensive wellbeing package to cover all aspects of wellbeing , both in and out of work, which can also be accessed by your family, • Buy up to 4 weeks additional annual leave (pro-rata) through our salary sacrifice scheme, • Take your bank holidays flexibly to better suit your personal circumstances, • Make Additional Voluntary Contributions (Shared AVCs) to your pension with tax and National Insurance savings, • Access to development opportunities , apprenticeships and qualified coaches to support your personal and professional growth, • Paid volunteering hours each year so you can make a positive impact on our community during your normal working day, • Access to Peer Support Groups through our IDEAL staff equality, diversity and inclusion network, • Opportunities to nominate and receive Employee Recognition Awards About CamPlay… CamPlay is part of the Community Support Service, running clubs for Children and Young People aged 6-19 years across the county of Cambridgeshire. We have Saturday clubs and youth clubs running at weekends and holiday clubs running during the summer, Easter and Christmas school holidays. We support a wide range of children and young people with a learning and or physical disability. We provide a safe, fun and engaging place where children and young people can play, make friends, get out into their local community and develop lifelong skills in preparation for adulthood. CamPlay clubs run in Ely, March, Wisbech, Huntingdon, St Neots, and Cambridge. You can choose which locations to work in however during this recruitment campaign we are particularly looking to recruit people from the Fenland area who have availailablity to work at our Saturday Clubs. “I enjoy going to CamPlay in the Holidays. I enjoy the activities and the trip's and I like to see the staff as they are all really friendly" – young person aged 11 . About you… • You will have relevant experience of supporting children, young people or adults with a disability, • You will be able to work on your own initiative in challenging situations, often supporting behaviours that may challenge using a positive behavioural support approach, • Reliable, motivated and able to work with a child and young person-centered approach, • Able to encourage and promote independence, choice and communication, • Understanding of the significance of safeguarding and health & safety procedures, • Flexible working around your schedule during weekends and school holidays, • Bespoke induction and mentoring program, • Ongoing training and development opportunities, • Regular supervision, support and monthly team meetings We’d love you to give us a call and have a chat about the Play Worker role and our service. We can tell you much more about how wonderful it is to work at CamPlay. You can call us on or if you prefer, email us at Shortlisting for these Cambridge and Fenland based roles will take place on Wednesday 25th March 2026. Business insurance is required on all personal vehicles used to travel from home to work, for relief workers. Safeguarding commitment We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults. We require you to understand and demonstrate this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced adult and child DBS, along with two verifed references before appointment of the role. We are looking forward to hearing from you. About you 0About us Cambridgeshire is a great place to work and live with a diverse population, an urban centre in Cambridge, historic Isle of Ely, Huntingdon and St Ives as well as more rural landscapes.We are proud to serve the diverse communities of Cambridgeshire and want our workforce to be reflective of this diversity, which we believe benefits our employees, the organisation and our communities. our jobs and careers section to find out more about our wide range of learning and development opportunities; apprenticeships; our wellbeing package; staff benefits; our commitment to equality, diversity and Inclusion.

We are seeking a reflective, proactive, and resilient social worker with a passion for making a real difference. As a Social Worker in our Children in Care team, you will play a crucial role in supporting and safeguarding children and young people. Our service boasts a wealth of neurodiversity, cult

About the Role We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Advanced Practitioner to join our Social Work Academy at Peterborough City Council. This is a pivotal role supporting the development of newly qualified social workers (ASYE) and mentoring less experienced team members. You will play a key part in shaping the future of social work practice through supervision, coaching, and assessment. Key Responsibilities Provide supervision and Practice Educator support to ASYE social workers under the direction of the Team Manager. Carry a complex caseload appropriate to your qualifications, experience, and competencies, with a high degree of autonomy and regular supervision. Coach and mentor less experienced staff, promoting best practice and continuous professional development. Work collaboratively with service users and their families to assess needs and deliver appropriate services. Ensure all work is carried out within the legislative and procedural framework of Peterborough City Council. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of social work practice and contribute to the development of the Social Work Academy. What We're Looking For: Qualified Social Worker with relevant registration. Experience in supervising and mentoring social workers, ideally within an ASYE framework. Strong understanding of social work legislation, policy, and procedures. Excellent communication, assessment, and organisational skills. Commitment to promoting high standards of practice and continuous learning. If you thrive to make a difference and have 3 years Social worker experience and this is the role for you, then we would love to hear from you

Great opportunity to work as a Senior General Operative at our client's leading fruit and vegetable production site. Staffline is recruiting Senior General Operatives to work in Peterborough. The rates of pay are: Training Period: - Day Shift: £12.21 per hour - Night Shift £12.51 per hour Post-Training: - Day Shift: £12.51 per hour - Night Shift £12.81 per hour Overtime is available after working 42 hours and paid at: - Day Shift: £15.64 per hour - Night shift £16.01 per hour Shift Patterns • Day shift: 5:30am - 06:00pm, 4on-4off - Night shift: 05:30pm - 06:00am, Sunday to Wednesday or Tuesday to Friday Flexibility will be required to meet the demands of the business. Transport is provided from 4 different locations in Peterborough. Your Time at Work As a Senior General Operative, you'll be based in the production area and play a key role in supporting daily operations. Working closely with Line Leaders and Shift Managers. Your responsibilities will include: Operational Duties - Regularly working on the production line - Signing workers in and out - Assisting with assigning workers to lines and ensuring timely start of shifts - Conducting headcounts and maintaining accurate records Compliance & Standards - Monitoring GMP procedures, including hygiene protocols (e.g. handwashing) - Ensuring proper use of PPE across all workers - Overseeing locker and canteen area compliance with PPE policies - Supervising the smoking area to ensure health and safety rules are followed Team Support - Supporting Line Leaders with day-to-day tasks - Helping new starters integrate into the team - Promoting a safe, clean, and efficient work environment Flexibility and attention to detail are essential in this role, as you'll help maintain high standards across the production area. Our Perfect Worker Our ideal Senior General Operative will be a confident communicator who leads by example and is willing to work hands-on alongside the team on the production line. As a senior member of the team, you'll be expected to set high standards for yourself and others. You should be comfortable handling a variety of tasks, from supervising workers to ensuring compliance with health and safety protocols. You must be adaptable and able to respond quickly to changing needs throughout the shift. While previous experience in a factory or warehouse environment is beneficial, it's not essential, as full training will be provided. Key Information and Benefits - Earn £12.21 - £16.01 p/h - 4 on 4 off - On-site support from Staffline - Canteen on site - Free car parking on site - PPE provided - Full training provided Job Ref: V1MNG About Staffline Staffline is the UK's leading provider of flexible, temporary and permanent workforce solutions, enabling over 28,000 people into good work every day. We operate at more than 350 customer sites across England, Scotland and Wales. Please note that our job adverts are correct at the time of publication, but some details and job responsibilities are subject to change. This job advert may not be copied, imitated or used, in whole or in part, by third-party websites, without prior written consent from Staffline

Children’s Support Workers – Flexible Hours Available Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people? We are currently seeking dedicated and compassionate Children’s Support Workers to join our team on a flexible basis. As a Children’s Support Worker, you’ll play a vital role in delivering high standards of care and supporting the emotional well-being of young people. You’ll be part of a supportive and dynamic team, empowering service users to make their own choices, exercise their rights and live fulfilling lives. What we’re looking for: • A genuine passion for working with children and young people, • A full UK driving licence, • Ideally, a Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care / Children & Young People (desirable but not essential), • A minimum of 6 months UK experience in a similar care or support setting, • Someone who is empathetic, calm, and non-judgemental, • A committed and reliable team player with a positive, "can-do" attitude In return, we offer: • Excellent pay rates with additional supplements, • Flexible working hours to suit your availability, • Opportunities for permanent roles, • A supportive team and ongoing professional development Please note: All successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check as part of our safeguarding commitment. SCR Social Care is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults. This commitment is reflected in our recruitment process, which includes thorough pre-employment checks and reference verification. Ready to make a difference? Apply today – we’d love to hear from you

Job Title: Children's Support Worker - Secure Unit Location: Peterborough Salary: £18.00 - £19.00 per hour About the Role: We are currently recruiting experienced and resilient Children's Support Workers to join a secure unit in Peterborough. This is a highly rewarding role supporting vulnerable children and young people with complex needs in a structured and secure environment. You will play a key role in promoting safety, stability, and positive behavioural outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Provide high-quality care and supervision within a secure setting Support children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs Safely manage challenging behaviours in line with training and policies Build professional, trusting relationships with young people Work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver care plans Maintain accurate records and reportsRequirements: Minimum of 6 months' UK experience working with children or young people Valid restraint training (e.g. MAPA, CPI, or equivalent) - essential Strong communication and de-escalation skills Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage challenging situations Flexible to work shifts, including evenings and weekendsDesirable (but not essential): Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Relevant qualification in Health & Social Care or ChildcareWhat We Offer: Competitive hourly rate of £18.00 - £19.00 Ongoing training and development opportunities Supportive and professional working environment Opportunity to make a real difference in a secure care settingIf you have the experience, resilience, and passion to support young people in a secure environment, we want to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your care career. IND-HSC

Children and Young People’s Worker – additional needs About Us: Peterborough Women’s Aid was formed in 1975. The organisation has grown since that time providing not only safe and secure accommodation to women and children escaping domestic abuse, but also provides specific an Advice Line Services and Outreach. We currently have an opportunity for a Children and Young Peoples Worker, additional needs specialist, to join Peterborough Women’s Aid. You will provide practical and emotional support to children and young people who have additional needs and are living in our refuge. You will need a flexible approach to supporting children and young people as you maybe required to undertake some work outside of office hours. In addition, you will participate in an Out of Hours service, providing on call support to refuge service users at evenings and weekends. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: • To contribute to each child’s individual support plan, implementing actions, through casework discussions., • Promote the welfare of children through providing appropriate levels of support to children e.g., helping children to express their feelings through play, and to cope with the changes in their lives., • Provide resources (both material and physical) in order for children to play/express themselves in age and culturally appropriate ways., • Arrange individual sessions with children according to their needs., • Arrange a variety of social outings relevant to the children and young people at the refuge, • Assist mothers to find school and nursery places for their children and to offer appropriate levels of support to maintain attendance at these establishments, • Provide advocacy role with and on behalf of children., • Attend Child Protection Conferences and participate in core groups as necessary, • Provide respite care for children during the day so mothers can access support on their own 2. Liaison with staff, other agencies, and volunteers • Share with the other Children’s Worker overall responsibility for the provision of play facilities for children in the refuge., • Contribute generally to the smooth running of the refuge, • Advise, support, and liaise with staff in other relevant agencies., • Attend in-house and community meetings specifically relevant to work in progress. 3. Development of Service Provision • Attend in-house and community meetings that may enhance work practices, • Keep abreast of current issues of debate that surround the subject of families that experience domestic violence., • Take up training relevant to your duties and future developments. 4. Administration and Finance • Produce information, reports and publicity documents as may be required., • Fundraise to supplement the children’s budget in conjunction with the other Children’s Workers and other staff members., • Keep accurate records of interactions with children and young people, • Contribute to the Children In Need annual report Other: • Together with the other children’s worker, to be responsible for health and safety upkeep of play equipment in playroom, conservatory, and garden. Closing date: 4th May at 5pm Interviews: TBC We’d love to hear from you so please apply today! Our reference: AGS619 Vacancy: Children and Young People’s Worker – additional needs Location: Peterborough Salary: £27288 – Band 3a Hours: 37 per week Contract type: Fixed term contract until 31st July 2027 Smart Hire are advertising on behalf of Peterborough Women’s Aid