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Are you an experienced Support Worker ready to take the next step in your career?We are looking for a Senior Residential Support Worker to join a children's residential care home in Worthing. This is an opportunity to take on greater responsibility within the home, providing high-quality care to children and young people while also assisting the wider team.You'll play an important role in making sure each shift runs safely and effectively, while helping to create an environment where children feel supported, listened to and able to make positive progress.What will you be doing?As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will:Lead the care and welfare of children and young people, ensuring they are safe, supported and meaningfully engaged.Plan and manage shifts, ensuring each child's Placement Plan is followed, and their educational needs are supported.Provide guidance and encouragement to Residential Support Workers, leading by example and promoting professional standards.Ensure staff follow policies, procedures, risk assessments, duty rotas and relevant safeguarding requirements.Communicate key information effectively through daily records, handovers and other relevant systems.Make sure incidents, accidents and restraint records are completed accurately and within agreed timescales.Assisting staff through supervision, induction, training and ongoing professional development.Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding, practice or staff performance concerns, escalating serious issues to the Registered Manager.Contribute to a positive and professional working environment within the home.What are we looking for in a Senior Residential Support Worker?You'll need to have:A minimum of 12 months' experience of working with children and young people in a residential setting .Level 3 qualification or equivalent in Children and Young People's Services .1 years' experience in a Senior or shift leading position is highly desirable.Level 5 qualification in Residential Leadership would also be an advantage.We're looking for someone who is confident taking responsibility, able to guide colleagues, and comfortable making decisions when leading a shift.You'll also need to be caring, reliable and professional, with a strong understanding of safeguarding and the importance of maintaining a safe and positive environment for children and young people.The practical bitsThis is a 40-hour per week role, with flexibility required to meet the needs of the children and the home. This may include evenings, weekends and sleep-in shifts , depending on the home and shift pattern.Occasional travel may also be required for training, meetings or service cover.You'll be expected to attend relevant meetings and training and take an active role in your own professional development.Why join this team?This is a role where you can make a real difference, not only through the care and support you provide to children and young people, but by helping the wider team deliver that care consistently.If you're ready to take on more responsibility and would enjoy being a senior member of the team, this Senior Residential Support Worker role could be the opportunity you've been looking for.Candidate Source Ltd is an advertising agency. Once you have submitted your application it will be passed to the third party Recruiter who is responsible for processing your application. This will include holding and sharing your personal data, our legal basis for this is legitimate interest subject to your declared interest in a job. Our privacy policy can be found on our website and we can be contacted to confirm who your application has been forwarded to.TPBN1_UKTJ

Emotional Support Teaching Assistant Required for School in Lancing \n \n £85–£95 per day | Full-time \n Make a real difference supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs in a specialist school setting. \n Located in Lancing, this specialist school supports pupils with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs. The school provides a structured, nurturing environment with small class sizes and a strong focus on behaviour, wellbeing, and personalised support. \n Pupils present with a range of needs including anxiety, behavioural challenges, and trauma-related difficulties. Staff work closely with students to build confidence, resilience, and re-engagement with learning. \n About the role: \n As an Emotional Support Assistant, you will: \n\n • Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs\n, • Support students in lessons to improve engagement and focus\n, • Apply effective behaviour management strategies\n, • Help students regulate emotions and develop coping strategies\n, • Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SEN teams, and parents\n, • Contribute to a calm, structured, and supportive learning environment\n\n This role involves supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviour, so a calm, patient, and resilient approach is essential. \n About you: \n We are looking for candidates who: \n\n • Have experience working with children or young people with SEMH or complex needs\n, • Are confident managing behaviour in a consistent and positive way\n, • Can build strong, professional relationships with pupils\n, • Are patient, resilient, and proactive\n, • Have a genuine passion for supporting young people\n\n We also welcome applications from: \n Youth Workers | Behaviour Mentors | SEN Teaching Assistants | Support Workers \n Why choose Engage Education? \n\n • We pay all our staff in line with the Agency Worker Regulations, meaning your pay will be equal to that of a permanent employee\n, • You will benefit from your own dedicated Engage consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance\n, • You will be invited to our wide range of continued professional development (CPD) training sessions, provided by our in-house team of experienced senior leaders. These are completely free to attend!\n, • Do you have friends or colleagues looking for work? Invite friends to join us & earn a £50 Amazon voucher when they work 5 days! You can refer friends from the UK or from overseas and you can refer as many people as you like!\n\n How to apply \n If you’re as excited about this role as we are, you can apply below - or get in touch with us directly. \n If you’re not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately you have not been successful for this role. We have a lot of applications to our positions, so don’t be disheartened - you are still free to apply to one of our other vacancies that you may be more suited for. We will also keep your CV on file and continue to help you in your search for your next role. \n All candidates will be required to undertake a valid enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance will be provided. \n By applying for this role, you are consenting to Engage Education Ltd storing your personal details in our fully encrypted database, in line with GDPR requirements. \n We look forward to hearing from you!

Supply Teachers Needed for Primary Schools across Lancing \n At Engage Education, we’ve spent over a decade making sure our supply teachers are happy and supported, and offered satisfying and reliable work. We have built an excellent reputation in Lancing and developed strong links with the schools in the area. \n We are looking for some more fantastic supply teachers to increase the availability we can offer to our local schools across Lancing. \n About the role: \n We are looking for teachers to work on a day-to-day supply basis to cover both planned and unplanned absences, often at short notice. For the right teachers, we can offer Secure Guaranteed Pay contracts, ensuring you get paid, even when we are unable to secure work for you. \n What do I need? \n\n • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)\n, • Flexibility, enthusiasm and motivation to deliver great lessons\n, • Behaviour management skills\n, • An ability to adhere to and implement schools’ various policies\n\n Why choose Engage? \n\n • We put the ambitions of our teachers first, ensuring you have the support to teach the way you want to, and pride ourselves on providing high levels of service to our teachers and support staff.\n, • We are widely-recognised, giving us the reach we need to secure reliable work for our supply teachers.\n, • We offer an excellent ‘refer-a-friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for every teacher you refer to us (after they work 10 days or more).\n, • We pay our teachers in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid the same as a permanent employee, regardless of how many days you work.\n, • You will have your own dedicated consultant, who is fully-trained to answer all your questions and provide ongoing support and guidance.\n, • We will also invite you to our CPD training sessions, which are delivered by our in-house team of former senior leaders, and are entirely free to attend!\n\n I’m interested - how do I apply? \n Great! If you meet the criteria to become a supply teacher with Engage, you can apply below or contact us directly. \n All applicants require the appropriate qualifications and training. \n If you don’t hear from us within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we’ll keep your CV on file and get in touch if something suitable comes up. (You can still apply for our other roles, too!) \n Engage Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. \n By applying for this role, you are consenting to Engage Education Ltd storing your personal details in our fully encrypted database, in line with the new GDPR requirements. \n We look forward to working with you! \n INDBRN \n

Childrens Support Worker - Worthing - April 2026 \n Are you looking for your first step on the ladder to progress into teaching or a therapy-focused role? \n Perhaps you are an experienced childrens support worker and you're looking for a new setting? \n A well established school for children aged 11-18 with ADHD and/or Autism are welcoming applicants who are able to demonstrate a good academic background, along with the characteristics of resilience, empathy, creativity and problem-solving. You will be working with children with varying cognitive behaviours which will require you to develop a strong rapport with the children to enable you to understand their triggers and what captures their imagination. \n You will benefit from: \n\n • A permanent contract after 12 weeks employment through Academics\n, • A competitive rate of pay\n, • Excellent training and development opportunities within the school\n, • Term time working hours\n, • Excellent experience to further your career\n\n Key Responsibilities of a Childrens Support Worker: \n\n • Supporting creative and safe play with the children\n, • Helping the children with completing academic tasks\n, • Working with the teacher to prepare and execute activities\n, • Liaising with other staff members across the therapy and senior leadership teams\n\n You will be able to evidence: \n\n • Your eligibility to work with children (not on the barred list)\n, • A DBS check (we can support you with an application for one)\n, • A minimum of grade A*-C in GCSE Maths and English\n\n Apply for this Childrens Support Worker role today or get in touch with Academics Crawley for more info. \n Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.

Supply Teachers Needed for Secondary Schools in Lancing \n At Engage Education, we’ve spent over a decade making sure our supply teachers are happy and supported, and that they have satisfying and reliable work. \n We are looking for some more fantastic supply teachers to increase the availability we can offer to the local schools in Lancing, Shoreham, and Worthing. \n About the role: \n We are looking for teachers to work on a day-to-day supply basis to cover both planned and unplanned absences, often at short notice. For the right teachers, we can offer Secure Guaranteed Pay contracts, ensuring you get paid, even when we are unable to secure work for you. \n What do I need? \n\n • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)\n, • Flexibility, enthusiasm and motivation to deliver great lessons\n, • Behaviour management skills\n, • An ability to adhere to and implement schools’ various policies\n\n Why choose Engage? \n\n • We put the ambitions of our teachers first, ensuring you have the support to teach the way you want to, and pride ourselves on providing high levels of service to our teachers and support staff.\n, • We are widely-recognised, giving us the reach we need to secure reliable work for our supply teachers.\n, • We offer an excellent ‘refer-a-friend’ scheme\n, • We pay our teachers in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid the same as a permanent employee, regardless of how many days you work.\n, • You will have your own dedicated consultant, who is fully-trained to answer all your questions and provide ongoing support and guidance.\n, • We will also invite you to our CPD training sessions, which are delivered by our in-house team of former senior leaders, and are entirely free to attend!\n\n I’m interested - how do I apply? \n Great! If you meet the criteria to become a supply teacher with Engage, you can apply below or contact us directly. \n All applicants require the appropriate qualifications and training. \n If you don’t hear from us within 2 working days, unfortunately you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we’ll keep your CV on file and get in touch if something suitable comes up. (You can still apply for our other roles, too!) \n Engage Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. \n By applying for this role, you are consenting to Engage Education Ltd storing your personal details in our fully encrypted database, in line with the new GDPR requirements. \n We look forward to working with you! \n INDBRN \n

Experienced SEMH Learning Support Assistant Required for School in Shoreham \n \n Engage Education are currently recruiting for an experienced SEMH Learning Support Assistant to join a warm and welcoming school community in Shoreham. \n The successful candidate will have a strong background supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, particularly those who may present with challenging behaviour, anxiety, attachment difficulties, trauma, emotional dysregulation or other complex needs. \n This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced LSA, Behaviour Mentor, Youth Worker or SEND professional who is confident working with pupils who require a consistent, calm and nurturing approach alongside strong boundaries and effective behaviour management. \n You will be working closely with pupils on a 1:1 basis, helping them to manage their emotions, develop positive relationships, engage with learning and make progress both academically and socially. The role will require someone who can build trust with pupils while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries and consistency. \n The successful candidate will: \n\n • Have proven experience working as an LSA, Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor or within a similar SEMH/SEND setting\n, • Have experience supporting children and young people with complex SEMH needs and challenging behaviour\n, • Be highly confident in behaviour management, de-escalation and managing challenging situations\n, • Understand the impact that trauma, attachment difficulties and adverse childhood experiences can have on behaviour and learning\n, • Be confident supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis, whilst encouraging independence and positive engagement\n, • Have the ability to remain calm, consistent and professional in difficult or high-pressure situations\n, • Be able to establish strong, positive and professional relationships with pupils\n, • Have a firm but nurturing approach, with clear and consistent boundaries\n, • Be confident working as part of a wider school and pastoral team\n, • Have a good understanding of safeguarding and the importance of maintaining professional boundaries\n, • Be proactive, resilient and able to adapt your approach according to individual pupil needs\n\n Experience we're particularly interested in: \n We welcome applications from experienced: \n\n • SEMH Learning Support Assistants\n, • SEN Teaching Assistants\n, • Behaviour Mentors\n, • Pastoral Support Workers\n, • Youth Workers\n, • Residential Support Workers\n, • SEND/SEMH professionals\n, • Candidates with experience working in alternative provision or specialist education settings\n\n Previous experience supporting pupils with trauma, attachment needs, emotional regulation difficulties and challenging behaviour would be highly advantageous. \n Why choose Engage Education? \n\n • We pay all our staff in line with the Agency Worker Regulations, meaning your pay will be equal to that of a permanent employee\n, • You will benefit from your own dedicated Engage consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance\n, • You will be invited to our wide range of continued professional development (CPD) training sessions, provided by our in-house team of experienced senior leaders. These are completely free to attend!\n, • Do you have friends or colleagues looking for work? Invite friends to join us & earn a £50 Amazon voucher when they work 5 days! You can refer friends from the UK or from overseas and you can refer as many people as you like! The sky's the limit…\n\n How to apply \n If you are an experienced SEMH Learning Support Assistant who is passionate about supporting children and young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs, we would love to hear from you. \n You can apply below or get in touch with us directly to discuss the role further. \n If you’re not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately you have not been successful for this role. We have a lot of applications to our positions, so don’t be disheartened - you are still free to apply to one of our other vacancies that you may be more suited for. We will also keep your CV on file and continue to help you in your search for your next role. \n All candidates will be required to undertake a valid enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance will be provided. \n By applying for this role, you are consenting to Engage Education Ltd storing your personal details in our fully encrypted database, in line with GDPR requirements. \n We look forward to hearing from you!

What are we looking for in a Senior Residential Support Worker? You'll need to have: A minimum of 12 months' experience of working with children and young people in a residential setting. Are you an experienced Support Worker ready to take the next step in your career? We are looking for a Sen

Are you an experienced Support Worker ready to take the next step in your career?.If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.Senior Residential Support Worker.This is an opportunity to take on greater responsibility within the home, providing

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Workforce Personnel are currently recruiting experienced and compassionate Care Assistants / Care Workers to support a variety of residential and nursing homes across West Sussex. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide high-quality care and support to individuals with a wide range of needs, including elderly care, mental health, and learning disabilities. You'll play a vital role in improving residents' quality of life through personal care, companionship, and emotional support. Key Responsibilities As a Care Assistant / Care Worker, your duties may include: Assisting residents with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support Supporting with medication administration/management in line with care plans and policies Helping with meal preparation, feeding, and hydration Providing companionship, emotional support, and reassurance Monitoring and reporting any changes in health, wellbeing, or behaviour Maintaining accurate and up-to-date care records Ensuring a clean, safe, and supportive environment for residents Encouraging residents to take part in social, recreational, and daily living activities Working collaboratively with nurses, senior carers, and home staff to deliver person-centred care Requirements To be considered for this role, it is essential that you MUST have: A minimum of 6 months experience working in a Care setting in the UK A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable individuals Excellent communication and interpersonal skills The ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong written and spoken English and the ability to follow care instructions Flexibility to work a range of shifts including days, nights, weekends, early and late shifts. An Enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to obtain one Willingness to complete face-to-face mandatory training The ability to provide satisfactory references (Min 3 years) What We Offer Excellent pay rates Holiday pay Free uniform Flexible working hours to suit your availability 24/7 support from a friendly and experienced team Opportunities across a variety of care settings A rewarding role where you can make a real and lasting impact Important Information - We do not offer Certificates of Sponsorship for this role If you're an experienced Care Worker looking for a flexible and fulfilling opportunity where your care and compassion can truly make a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join the exceptional team at Workforce Personnel. TPBN1_UKTJ

Description Location : Goring-by-Sea, Worthing Salary : £13.45 per hour, plus holiday pay of £1.62 per hour Hours: Day shifts or night shifts What you'll be doing: Do you want to make a meaningful difference?Southdown is a not-for-profit provider of accommodation, care and support for 160 adults with learning and physical disabilities in our 23 supported living services and 4 residential care homes across Sussex. As a support worker you'll encourage a sense of fun by supporting clients to access their community, including walks along the beach, cinema, shopping, and café visits, as well as activities within the service. You'll help clients to live well by supporting them with everyday tasks such as cleaning, cooking and personal care. We're looking for compassionate individuals to help build clients' confidence and independence through empowering care, and in return, we offer a rewarding job where no two days are the same. We welcome applications from candidates with previous experience in roles such as Health Care Assistant, Care Assistant, Support Worker, Senior Support Worker, Nurse, Social Care Worker, Senior Care Assistant, Mental Health Care Worker, Nursing Home Assistant, Personal Assistant or Residential Care Worker, however, this is not essential and full training will be provided. ‘The best thing about my job is the clients. Getting to know them, getting to know their characters and just enjoying life with them' – Karen, Southdown Support Worker. Service Description: Alinora is a supported living service for seven adults with a learning disability. The property is made up of a bungalow with 5 bedrooms all with en-suite bathrooms, and a semi-detached converted bungalow with three individual newly developed apartments next door. It is based in Goring, one road away from the sea, and close to shops and public transport. Our clients are supported to lead active, fulfilling lives and are supported to make the most of their local community while developing each client's choice, control and independence. Key Responsibilities What you need for the role: A patient, empathetic mindset. A willingness to complete relevant training in health and social care, moving and handling, Positive Behaviour Support and safeguarding, safety, risk management and health protocols. Happy to support clients with intimate and personal care needs. You live within reasonable commuting distance of the service location or be willing to relocate. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which will be paid for by Southdown. A full manual Driving Licence is essential to operate service vehicles and support community access. Experience supporting people with physical or cognitive disabilities, learning disabilities, or mental health issues Experience dealing with challenging situations (including managing clients who may exhibit aggressive behaviour or distress). What would be nice: An understanding of medication types, dosage, administration methods, and record-keeping practices. Previous care experience, either professionally or with family members. An understanding of Makaton or non-verbal communication. Training: We offer full training for this position. You'll also gain valuable qualifications, continually develop your skills and build a great career with the largest provider of housing, care and support in Sussex. How to apply: Please click on the ‘Apply Now' button and fill out our simple one-page application form. Please note, if we receive a large number of applications then this position may close before the advertised application closing date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. TPBN1_UKTJ

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Lead in residential childcare, supporting teenage boys with challenging behaviors in a rural setting.

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Experienced Senior Support Worker wanted for a residential home, making a meaningful difference in daily life.

Senior Community Support Worker (Senior Carer).

Seeking experienced support workers to assist children and young people with autism in residential and supported living homes.

Seeking a Senior Support Worker in Preston to provide high-quality care for children with emotional and behavioral difficulties.

Role: Senior Support WorkerContract Type: Full-Time - PermanentSalary: £28,000-£32,000Location: Maidstone, KentHours: Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm (on call rota, 1 in 5 weeks)Our client, a well-established children's residential provider, has exclusively instructed us to appoint an experienced an

Senior Support Worker position in Eastbourne focusing on children with complex needs, offering a salary up to £36,878 plus overtime.

Creative Support is looking for a caring individual to manage a care home provision in Wellingborough, supporting individuals with mental health and physical disabilities.

Senior Support Worker – PERMANENTKettering NN16 8DX (Town Centre)£13. You will be supported by the management team. Their aim is to make sure everyone feels safe, supported, and valued at work – and are committed to the continual development of our people.

Seeking an experienced Senior Support Worker to provide care for individuals with complex challenging behavior and high support needs.

We are currently recruiting for a Support Worker for Oaklea Care Yeovil. National Care Group is one of the UKs leading providers of adult xdjnayx social care, supporting people with learning disabilities, mental health support needs, acquired brain injuries, au.

Lead and supervise a team in a young people's supported housing service, ensuring high-quality, trauma-informed care and promoting independence.

Senior Support Worker – Children’s Residential Care (Female Only)Location: Rotherham Salary: £27,500About the RoleWe are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Senior Support Worker to join our children’s residential service in Rotherham, supporting a female young person in a nurturing, struct

Overview: Our residents are at the heart of everything we do at the Meath Epilepsy Charity with person centered planning we make sure that everyone remains focused on achieving their goals and to maintain their independence as much as possible.Do you enjoy working with people? xohmjla Are you lookin

Seeking a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker for a national care company in Staffordshire, offering competitive hourly pay.

We are looking for 2 motivated Senior Support Workersto join our team at Ashland Road West. This is a great opportunity for experienced Support Workers to learn transferable skills, should you wish to go into a management role in the future. Are you aSupport Workerlooking for the next step in your c

Senior Support Worker to lead a residential service, assisting with supervision, shift allocation, training, and daily support for individuals with diverse needs.

Seeking a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker/Team Leader to join Madiba, a provider of complex care in Yorkshire, to make a difference in children's lives.

Seeking a Senior Residential Support Worker for a children's EBD home in Horley, offering therapeutic care and leadership opportunities.

Seeking a Senior Therapeutic Practitioner for a residential role supporting children and young people who have experienced trauma. Responsibilities include mentoring, providing emotional support, and guidance.

Senior Children's Support Worker needed to support young people with learning disabilities and autism, providing care and guidance.

Seeking an experienced Senior Support Worker for Barnet Lane Clinic to provide care for individuals with challenging behavior and high support needs.

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Support2Independence About Us:. Our supported living schemes encourage independence and assist individuals in living positive and meaningful lives as part of the community.

Senior Residential Support Worker needed for a children's residential service. Role involves leading shifts, supporting children with daily routines and challenging behaviors, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Seeking a Senior Residential Childcare Support Worker for a full-time, permanent role in Horsham. Responsibilities include providing care and support to children in a residential setting.

Seeking a Senior Support Worker for a role in children's residential care, specializing in complex needs including autism and challenging behavior.

Seeking a Senior Residential Children's Support Worker to provide care and support to young people with EBD in a residential setting, acting as a role model and implementing care plans.

Join Agincare Enable team as a Senior Support Worker, where your previous experience, leadership, and compassion will help people live safe, happy, and meaningful lives across Services in Grantham. This is a varied and rewarding role, combining hands-on support with leadership xdjnayx responsibiliti