Behaviour Support Worker - Croydon, Crystal Palace Full-time and Part-time (8:30am - 3:45pm) ASAP Start £100 - £120 per day Croydon Are you looking to gain hands-on experience supporting young people with social, emotional and mental health needs? A specialist alternative provision in Croydon is seeking a motivated and resilient individual to support secondary-aged students who face challenges in mainstream education. This role is ideal for aspiring psychologists wanting practical experience within a relationship-focused, therapeutic learning environment. The Role - Behaviour Support Worker - Croydon Support students with SEMH, behavioural needs and additional learning needs Promote emotional regulation, positive behaviour and engagement with learning Build strong relationships and support reintegration pathways Work closely with teaching and pastoral teams in a small specialist setting Why Apply? Excellent experience for aspiring Clinical, Educational or Forensic Psychologists Gain practical SEMH and behaviour support experience High staff-to-student ratios and supportive team environment Valuable stepping stone into psychology, therapy or specialist education Ideal Candidate (beneficial but not essential): Psychology Graduate or related degree Youth Workers Passionate about SEN and mental health Resilient, dedicated and confident Strong behaviour management skills Full-time, long-term role starting ASAP If you are ready to gain meaningful experience and support young people to overcome barriers to learning within a specialist alternative provision based in Croydon, apply now by submitting your CV to this advert. Behaviour Support Worker - Croydon
May 02, 2026
Seasonal
Behaviour Support Worker - Croydon, Crystal Palace Full-time and Part-time (8:30am - 3:45pm) ASAP Start £100 - £120 per day Croydon Are you looking to gain hands-on experience supporting young people with social, emotional and mental health needs? A specialist alternative provision in Croydon is seeking a motivated and resilient individual to support secondary-aged students who face challenges in mainstream education. This role is ideal for aspiring psychologists wanting practical experience within a relationship-focused, therapeutic learning environment. The Role - Behaviour Support Worker - Croydon Support students with SEMH, behavioural needs and additional learning needs Promote emotional regulation, positive behaviour and engagement with learning Build strong relationships and support reintegration pathways Work closely with teaching and pastoral teams in a small specialist setting Why Apply? Excellent experience for aspiring Clinical, Educational or Forensic Psychologists Gain practical SEMH and behaviour support experience High staff-to-student ratios and supportive team environment Valuable stepping stone into psychology, therapy or specialist education Ideal Candidate (beneficial but not essential): Psychology Graduate or related degree Youth Workers Passionate about SEN and mental health Resilient, dedicated and confident Strong behaviour management skills Full-time, long-term role starting ASAP If you are ready to gain meaningful experience and support young people to overcome barriers to learning within a specialist alternative provision based in Croydon, apply now by submitting your CV to this advert. Behaviour Support Worker - Croydon
WE DO NOT OFFER WORK SPONSORSHIPAre you a compassionate, resilient individual with a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people? Do you want to make a tangible difference in the lives of children affected by trauma and exploitation? If so, this could be the role for you.We are seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker to join our dynamic team in a therapeutic, supportive residential care home This is more than just a job - it's a calling. As a member of our team, you will play a vital role in creating a safe, nurturing environment where young people can begin to heal, build trusting relationships, and regain control over their lives.About the RoleWorking as a Residential Support Worker, you will support children aged 11-18 who have experienced significant trauma, often including abuse, exploitation, neglect, and disrupted family life. You'll work closely with each young person, helping them develop life skills, confidence, and emotional resilience.Your role will include:• Providing daily care and emotional support, ensuring each child feels safe, valued, and heard.• Building trusting, therapeutic relationships with young people using trauma-informed and child-centred approaches.• Managing challenging behaviours with empathy, understanding, and consistency, always putting the child's needs first.• Supporting young people with educational, social, and recreational activities, encouraging positive routines and healthy lifestyles.• Administering medication, following care plans, and keeping detailed records.• Working in partnership with social workers, therapists, education providers, and safeguarding teams to ensure the best outcomes.• Contributing to care planning, attending reviews, and playing a key role in a multi-disciplinary support team.• Participating in a shift rota, including sleep-ins and weekend working.This role can be emotionally demanding, but it is also incredibly rewarding. You will be part of a supportive and experienced team, receiving excellent training and supervision to help you grow in your career.What We're Looking ForWe're looking for people who genuinely care, who can stay calm in difficult situations, and who have a strong desire to make a difference.Essential:• Experience working with vulnerable children or young people (in residential care, education, youth work, or similar).• A sound understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and the challenges faced by young people affected by trauma or exploitation.• Emotional resilience, patience, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.• A flexible and proactive attitude to working hours and responsibilities.• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and on your own.• A commitment to personal and professional development.Desirable:• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) - or willingness to work towards this.• Previous experience supporting children affected by CSE, sexual abuse, or complex trauma.• A full UK driving licence is preferred (some homes require driving to facilitate outings and appointments).What We OfferWe value our staff and the incredible work they do. When you join us, you'll receive:• A competitive salary with enhancements for sleep-in shifts.• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training, including trauma-informed practice, safeguarding, and de-escalation techniques.• Support to achieve your Level 3 Diploma if you don't already have it.• Regular supervision and clinical support to help process challenging experiences.• Career progression opportunities - we promote from within and support your growth.• A warm, inclusive team environment where staff are respected and appreciated.• Access to wellbeing support, including counselling services and mental health resources.• Paid annual leave and workplace pension.Who We AreWe are a specialist provider of therapeutic care for children and young people who have experienced severe trauma and abuse, particularly those affected by sexual exploitation. Our homes are designed to provide stability, protection, and intensive support in a family-style environment. Every decision we make is rooted in what is best for the young people in our care.Our approach is trauma-informed, relational, and rooted in respect, compassion, and safety. We believe every child has the right to heal, grow, and have a future free from harm.Apply NowIf you're ready to make a real difference in a young person's life - and you're not afraid of hard work, emotional challenges, or the responsibility that comes with it - then we want to hear from you.We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where all staff and young people are valued and respected.
May 02, 2026
Contractor
WE DO NOT OFFER WORK SPONSORSHIPAre you a compassionate, resilient individual with a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people? Do you want to make a tangible difference in the lives of children affected by trauma and exploitation? If so, this could be the role for you.We are seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker to join our dynamic team in a therapeutic, supportive residential care home This is more than just a job - it's a calling. As a member of our team, you will play a vital role in creating a safe, nurturing environment where young people can begin to heal, build trusting relationships, and regain control over their lives.About the RoleWorking as a Residential Support Worker, you will support children aged 11-18 who have experienced significant trauma, often including abuse, exploitation, neglect, and disrupted family life. You'll work closely with each young person, helping them develop life skills, confidence, and emotional resilience.Your role will include:• Providing daily care and emotional support, ensuring each child feels safe, valued, and heard.• Building trusting, therapeutic relationships with young people using trauma-informed and child-centred approaches.• Managing challenging behaviours with empathy, understanding, and consistency, always putting the child's needs first.• Supporting young people with educational, social, and recreational activities, encouraging positive routines and healthy lifestyles.• Administering medication, following care plans, and keeping detailed records.• Working in partnership with social workers, therapists, education providers, and safeguarding teams to ensure the best outcomes.• Contributing to care planning, attending reviews, and playing a key role in a multi-disciplinary support team.• Participating in a shift rota, including sleep-ins and weekend working.This role can be emotionally demanding, but it is also incredibly rewarding. You will be part of a supportive and experienced team, receiving excellent training and supervision to help you grow in your career.What We're Looking ForWe're looking for people who genuinely care, who can stay calm in difficult situations, and who have a strong desire to make a difference.Essential:• Experience working with vulnerable children or young people (in residential care, education, youth work, or similar).• A sound understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and the challenges faced by young people affected by trauma or exploitation.• Emotional resilience, patience, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.• A flexible and proactive attitude to working hours and responsibilities.• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and on your own.• A commitment to personal and professional development.Desirable:• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) - or willingness to work towards this.• Previous experience supporting children affected by CSE, sexual abuse, or complex trauma.• A full UK driving licence is preferred (some homes require driving to facilitate outings and appointments).What We OfferWe value our staff and the incredible work they do. When you join us, you'll receive:• A competitive salary with enhancements for sleep-in shifts.• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training, including trauma-informed practice, safeguarding, and de-escalation techniques.• Support to achieve your Level 3 Diploma if you don't already have it.• Regular supervision and clinical support to help process challenging experiences.• Career progression opportunities - we promote from within and support your growth.• A warm, inclusive team environment where staff are respected and appreciated.• Access to wellbeing support, including counselling services and mental health resources.• Paid annual leave and workplace pension.Who We AreWe are a specialist provider of therapeutic care for children and young people who have experienced severe trauma and abuse, particularly those affected by sexual exploitation. Our homes are designed to provide stability, protection, and intensive support in a family-style environment. Every decision we make is rooted in what is best for the young people in our care.Our approach is trauma-informed, relational, and rooted in respect, compassion, and safety. We believe every child has the right to heal, grow, and have a future free from harm.Apply NowIf you're ready to make a real difference in a young person's life - and you're not afraid of hard work, emotional challenges, or the responsibility that comes with it - then we want to hear from you.We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where all staff and young people are valued and respected.
Specialist Teaching Assistant (STA) Autism / SEND Ambitious About Autism is recruiting for a Specialist Teaching Assistant (STA) to support autistic young people aged at Ambitious College, our specialist further education college. Full time, permanent (term time only) Hours: 9am - 4.30pm Salary: £25,837 - £27,165 per annum Location: Tottenham, North London (N15 4FY) Start date: September 2026 (earlier start dates available) Please note, this role may not meet Skilled Worker visa sponsorship criteria You will work 1:1 with autistic learners, supporting them to access learning, build independence, confidence, and life skills both on campus and in the community. This role involves personal care. This role is ideal for candidates with experience or interest in: SEN / SEND Autism Learning Support Assistant or Teaching Assistant roles Care, youth work, education, or psychology backgrounds What we offer: Term time only working (paid across 52 weeks) Extensive autism specific training and CPD Support from leading autism specialists Free daily breakfast Employee benefits including EAP, cycle-to-work, and season ticket loans Full benefits package on our website (Due to a high number of applications, we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised end date). Ambitious About Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age. Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people. Ambitious About Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search may be carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. The safeguarding responsibilities of the post are as per the job description and person specification. Whether the post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain spent convictions and cautions are protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Specialist Teaching Assistant (STA) Autism / SEND Ambitious About Autism is recruiting for a Specialist Teaching Assistant (STA) to support autistic young people aged at Ambitious College, our specialist further education college. Full time, permanent (term time only) Hours: 9am - 4.30pm Salary: £25,837 - £27,165 per annum Location: Tottenham, North London (N15 4FY) Start date: September 2026 (earlier start dates available) Please note, this role may not meet Skilled Worker visa sponsorship criteria You will work 1:1 with autistic learners, supporting them to access learning, build independence, confidence, and life skills both on campus and in the community. This role involves personal care. This role is ideal for candidates with experience or interest in: SEN / SEND Autism Learning Support Assistant or Teaching Assistant roles Care, youth work, education, or psychology backgrounds What we offer: Term time only working (paid across 52 weeks) Extensive autism specific training and CPD Support from leading autism specialists Free daily breakfast Employee benefits including EAP, cycle-to-work, and season ticket loans Full benefits package on our website (Due to a high number of applications, we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised end date). Ambitious About Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age. Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people. Ambitious About Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search may be carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. The safeguarding responsibilities of the post are as per the job description and person specification. Whether the post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain spent convictions and cautions are protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.
Residential Childcare Worker - Part Time Nights Location: Galston Pay: £27,352 to £32,510.40 depending on experience and qualifications Extraordinary Days Every Day Are you ready for a role that truly makes a difference? If so, apply today and make this year the start of something amazing. We welcome applicants with and without experience and from backgrounds such as education, youth work, childcare, healthcare, social care, learning disabilities, SEN and community services At Spark of Genius, you're not just working - you're shaping futures, furthermore as a support worker, based in Galston, every moment you spend with our young people helps them feel safe, valued and supported. A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment - these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters. What You'll Do As a support worker, you will support young people with their daily routines; Getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities. You will also: Create a warm, homely environment by helping with light housekeeping. Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support. Plan and join fun activities like trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights or creative projects. Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care. New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people's records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role. Who You Are Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager - focused on achieving outcomes for others. No prior experience? No problem! If you have the passion, we'll provide the training. Why Join Us? £500 Welcome Bonus £1000 Refer a Friend Bonus Full-time contract + Paid Induction Career development with specialist training 24/7 support: Helpline and hardship grants via the CareTech Foundation. Your Next Step This isn't just a job - it's a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time. Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today. Safeguarding Statement CareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS/PVG check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Residential Childcare Worker - Part Time Nights Location: Galston Pay: £27,352 to £32,510.40 depending on experience and qualifications Extraordinary Days Every Day Are you ready for a role that truly makes a difference? If so, apply today and make this year the start of something amazing. We welcome applicants with and without experience and from backgrounds such as education, youth work, childcare, healthcare, social care, learning disabilities, SEN and community services At Spark of Genius, you're not just working - you're shaping futures, furthermore as a support worker, based in Galston, every moment you spend with our young people helps them feel safe, valued and supported. A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment - these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters. What You'll Do As a support worker, you will support young people with their daily routines; Getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities. You will also: Create a warm, homely environment by helping with light housekeeping. Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support. Plan and join fun activities like trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights or creative projects. Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care. New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people's records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role. Who You Are Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager - focused on achieving outcomes for others. No prior experience? No problem! If you have the passion, we'll provide the training. Why Join Us? £500 Welcome Bonus £1000 Refer a Friend Bonus Full-time contract + Paid Induction Career development with specialist training 24/7 support: Helpline and hardship grants via the CareTech Foundation. Your Next Step This isn't just a job - it's a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time. Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today. Safeguarding Statement CareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS/PVG check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.
Are you a Teaching Assistant looking for a new challenge or perhaps you would like to begin a career in education? We are now recruiting for teaching assistants to join our school. The successful applicant will work as part of a team under the direction of a qualified teacher assisting pupils to access a broad curriculum, based on the National Curriculum. You will have excellent organisational and communication skills as well as being able to work flexibly in relation to tasks undertaken. Experience isn't essential, we will give you all the training and support needed. Benefits: 5.6 weeks paid annual leave with 7.4 weeks unpaid (Term Time employees). Health benefits, including dental and optical cashback after 2 years. Support: 24/7 helpline and hardship grants through the CareTech Foundation. Person Specification Good written and verbal communication skills. Calm under pressure. Professional attitude and appearance. The ability to lead and be led. Experience of working with young people with additional needs. Good organisational skills. Assisting the Teacher/Class Lead in the preparation of the work that is to be carried out in class. Supporting students in lessons both on and off site. Supporting students to make progression with formal learning situations, with self-help skills, life skills and social understanding. To support students through both groups learning and individual programmes. About us: Cambian Dilston College consists of our main college building, four cottages, five apartments and a community house in a nearby town of Hexham making up our 9 acre rural campus located in Dilston, Northumberland. The College caters for young people and adults that have additional learning needs and associated complex behaviours that may challenge. We're now looking to increase the provision of 52 week care placements that can be offered to students. With this development, we are looking to recruit committed, resilient, empathetic and engaging youth support workers to the team. These support workers will deliver a model of positive behaviour support to empower our young people. Alongside this, implementing positive change to their lives, gaining self-regulation skills and developing greater lifelong independence We pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunities Employer. And we are committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. Cambian will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Are you a Teaching Assistant looking for a new challenge or perhaps you would like to begin a career in education? We are now recruiting for teaching assistants to join our school. The successful applicant will work as part of a team under the direction of a qualified teacher assisting pupils to access a broad curriculum, based on the National Curriculum. You will have excellent organisational and communication skills as well as being able to work flexibly in relation to tasks undertaken. Experience isn't essential, we will give you all the training and support needed. Benefits: 5.6 weeks paid annual leave with 7.4 weeks unpaid (Term Time employees). Health benefits, including dental and optical cashback after 2 years. Support: 24/7 helpline and hardship grants through the CareTech Foundation. Person Specification Good written and verbal communication skills. Calm under pressure. Professional attitude and appearance. The ability to lead and be led. Experience of working with young people with additional needs. Good organisational skills. Assisting the Teacher/Class Lead in the preparation of the work that is to be carried out in class. Supporting students in lessons both on and off site. Supporting students to make progression with formal learning situations, with self-help skills, life skills and social understanding. To support students through both groups learning and individual programmes. About us: Cambian Dilston College consists of our main college building, four cottages, five apartments and a community house in a nearby town of Hexham making up our 9 acre rural campus located in Dilston, Northumberland. The College caters for young people and adults that have additional learning needs and associated complex behaviours that may challenge. We're now looking to increase the provision of 52 week care placements that can be offered to students. With this development, we are looking to recruit committed, resilient, empathetic and engaging youth support workers to the team. These support workers will deliver a model of positive behaviour support to empower our young people. Alongside this, implementing positive change to their lives, gaining self-regulation skills and developing greater lifelong independence We pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunities Employer. And we are committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. Cambian will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.
Closing date for applications is Friday 24th April 2026. Salary: £26,000-£32,000 (pro rata, based on agreed hours) Contract Type: Part time (funding secured for one year, with the intention to extend to a permanent role subject to impact) Hours: 15 - 30 hours a week (we are open to discussing extra hours at interview) About Us: At The Abingdon Bridge, we are dedicated to empowering young people to reach their full potential. Our mission revolves around improving young people's aspirations, decreasing their involvement in risky behaviours, enhancing their overall wellbeing, and fostering a sense of belonging and commitment to their communities. We believe that every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive and contribute positively to society. The Role: We are excited to offer this newly shaped role for a experienced Youth Worker who is passionate about building meaningful relationships with young people and creating spaces where they feel safe, heard, and empowered. This role is ideal for someone who believes deeply in the power of connection, trust, and empathy. Someone who wants to make a lasting difference in young people's lives. This role is designed for a Youth Worker who is growing in confidence, skill, and responsibility. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality, relationship-based youth work, supporting young people to improve their wellbeing, reduce risky behaviours, and develop a sense of belonging and aspiration. You will take increasing ownership of sessions and activities, while continuing to develop your practice with support from senior staff. This role bridges the gap between support delivery and leadership, offering a pathway into more senior youth work roles. The three core outcomes of this role are to: Improve young people's wellbeing and emotional resilience. Reduce risky behaviours by offering trusted support and positive alternatives. Increase aspiration and help young people feel valued, connected, and hopeful about their future. Key Responsibilities: Delivery & Engagement Plan and deliver youth work sessions, both independently and as part of a team. Build consistent, trusting relationships with young people (aged 11-25). Engage young people who may be marginalised or less likely to access support. Support outreach, drop-ins, and community-based youth work. Facilitate group work on wellbeing, identity, belonging, and aspirations. Detached work. Contribute ideas to shape and improve youth programmes. Adapt sessions in response to young people's needs and feedback. Support the development of activities that promote Act, Belong, Commit. Responsibility & Progression Take responsibility for leading sessions and small projects. Provide informal guidance and support to Junior and Trainee Youth Workers. Model positive youth work practice, including boundaries and safeguarding. Contribute to reflective practice and team learning. Safeguarding & Administration Maintain accurate records, including registers and incident logs. Identify and appropriately respond to safeguarding concerns. Follow organisational policies on safeguarding, confidentiality, and health & safety. About You You are someone who genuinely cares about young people, about fairness, and about creating spaces where people feel safe to be themselves. You are someone who is developing confidence in your youth work practice and is ready to take the next step in responsibility and impact. You will bring: Proven experience working with young people aged 11-25, particularly those who may feel excluded, marginalised, or unheard. A strong ability to build authentic, trusting relationships. High levels of empathy, emotional intelligence, and self-awareness. Confidence in holding space for young people's emotions without judgement or agenda. Resilience, warmth, and a calm presence, even in challenging moments. A belief in young people's potential, even when they struggle to see it themselves. Be a self-starter who can work independently while being a supportive team member. Feel comfortable contributing ideas and shaping new ways of working. Share TAB's values around safeguarding, ethics, and the wellbeing of young people and communities. Experience working with young people (approx. 1-3+ years). Ability to build positive, professional relationships. Growing confidence in leading sessions and engaging groups. Understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries. Good communication and teamwork skills. Willingness to reflect, learn, and develop. Relevant youth work qualification or equivalent (or working towards one). Experience with outreach or detached youth work. Experience supporting young people with additional needs or facing barriers. What We Offer By joining TAB, you will become part of a passionate, reflective, and supportive team that values creativity, learning, and human connection. We will invest in you through high-quality supervision, training, and the freedom to innovate. This is a role for someone who wants to do youth work with heart-someone who understands that real change starts with trust, time, and being truly present. Benefits include: 5 weeks holiday per year pro rata + public holidays pro rata. NEST employer pension scheme. A competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for professional development and training. A supportive and inclusive work environment. The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people and the community. We warmly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Closing date for applications is Friday 24th April 2026. Salary: £26,000-£32,000 (pro rata, based on agreed hours) Contract Type: Part time (funding secured for one year, with the intention to extend to a permanent role subject to impact) Hours: 15 - 30 hours a week (we are open to discussing extra hours at interview) About Us: At The Abingdon Bridge, we are dedicated to empowering young people to reach their full potential. Our mission revolves around improving young people's aspirations, decreasing their involvement in risky behaviours, enhancing their overall wellbeing, and fostering a sense of belonging and commitment to their communities. We believe that every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive and contribute positively to society. The Role: We are excited to offer this newly shaped role for a experienced Youth Worker who is passionate about building meaningful relationships with young people and creating spaces where they feel safe, heard, and empowered. This role is ideal for someone who believes deeply in the power of connection, trust, and empathy. Someone who wants to make a lasting difference in young people's lives. This role is designed for a Youth Worker who is growing in confidence, skill, and responsibility. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality, relationship-based youth work, supporting young people to improve their wellbeing, reduce risky behaviours, and develop a sense of belonging and aspiration. You will take increasing ownership of sessions and activities, while continuing to develop your practice with support from senior staff. This role bridges the gap between support delivery and leadership, offering a pathway into more senior youth work roles. The three core outcomes of this role are to: Improve young people's wellbeing and emotional resilience. Reduce risky behaviours by offering trusted support and positive alternatives. Increase aspiration and help young people feel valued, connected, and hopeful about their future. Key Responsibilities: Delivery & Engagement Plan and deliver youth work sessions, both independently and as part of a team. Build consistent, trusting relationships with young people (aged 11-25). Engage young people who may be marginalised or less likely to access support. Support outreach, drop-ins, and community-based youth work. Facilitate group work on wellbeing, identity, belonging, and aspirations. Detached work. Contribute ideas to shape and improve youth programmes. Adapt sessions in response to young people's needs and feedback. Support the development of activities that promote Act, Belong, Commit. Responsibility & Progression Take responsibility for leading sessions and small projects. Provide informal guidance and support to Junior and Trainee Youth Workers. Model positive youth work practice, including boundaries and safeguarding. Contribute to reflective practice and team learning. Safeguarding & Administration Maintain accurate records, including registers and incident logs. Identify and appropriately respond to safeguarding concerns. Follow organisational policies on safeguarding, confidentiality, and health & safety. About You You are someone who genuinely cares about young people, about fairness, and about creating spaces where people feel safe to be themselves. You are someone who is developing confidence in your youth work practice and is ready to take the next step in responsibility and impact. You will bring: Proven experience working with young people aged 11-25, particularly those who may feel excluded, marginalised, or unheard. A strong ability to build authentic, trusting relationships. High levels of empathy, emotional intelligence, and self-awareness. Confidence in holding space for young people's emotions without judgement or agenda. Resilience, warmth, and a calm presence, even in challenging moments. A belief in young people's potential, even when they struggle to see it themselves. Be a self-starter who can work independently while being a supportive team member. Feel comfortable contributing ideas and shaping new ways of working. Share TAB's values around safeguarding, ethics, and the wellbeing of young people and communities. Experience working with young people (approx. 1-3+ years). Ability to build positive, professional relationships. Growing confidence in leading sessions and engaging groups. Understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries. Good communication and teamwork skills. Willingness to reflect, learn, and develop. Relevant youth work qualification or equivalent (or working towards one). Experience with outreach or detached youth work. Experience supporting young people with additional needs or facing barriers. What We Offer By joining TAB, you will become part of a passionate, reflective, and supportive team that values creativity, learning, and human connection. We will invest in you through high-quality supervision, training, and the freedom to innovate. This is a role for someone who wants to do youth work with heart-someone who understands that real change starts with trust, time, and being truly present. Benefits include: 5 weeks holiday per year pro rata + public holidays pro rata. NEST employer pension scheme. A competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for professional development and training. A supportive and inclusive work environment. The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people and the community. We warmly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation.
Job Title: Mental Health Support Worker - SEMH School Location: Corby, Northamptonshire Agency: Tradewind Recruitment Salary: Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience) Contract Type: Full-time / Long-term About the Role: Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking a dedicated and resilient Mental Health Support Worker to work in a specialist SEMH school in Corby. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs, helping them to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. Key Responsibilities: Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with SEMH needs Build strong, positive relationships to support emotional wellbeing and engagement Assist in managing challenging behaviour using de-escalation techniques Support the implementation of individual behaviour and support plans Work closely with teaching staff and SEN professionals to create a safe learning environment Encourage positive social interactions and emotional development Monitor and report on student progress, behaviour, and wellbeing The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, behavioural, or mental health needs A calm, patient, and resilient approach Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to adapt to different situations and respond to challenging behaviour Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures Desirable (but not essential): Experience in a school, PRU, or alternative provision Relevant qualifications in mental health, youth work, or education Training in behaviour management (e.g. Team Teach) Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment? Competitive pay rates Access to free CPD and training opportunities Dedicated consultant support Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles Flexible working options How to Apply: If you are passionate about supporting young people with SEMH needs and are looking for a rewarding role in Corby, we would love to hear from you. Apply today through Tradewind Recruitment to take the next step in your career.
May 01, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Mental Health Support Worker - SEMH School Location: Corby, Northamptonshire Agency: Tradewind Recruitment Salary: Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience) Contract Type: Full-time / Long-term About the Role: Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking a dedicated and resilient Mental Health Support Worker to work in a specialist SEMH school in Corby. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs, helping them to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. Key Responsibilities: Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with SEMH needs Build strong, positive relationships to support emotional wellbeing and engagement Assist in managing challenging behaviour using de-escalation techniques Support the implementation of individual behaviour and support plans Work closely with teaching staff and SEN professionals to create a safe learning environment Encourage positive social interactions and emotional development Monitor and report on student progress, behaviour, and wellbeing The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, behavioural, or mental health needs A calm, patient, and resilient approach Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to adapt to different situations and respond to challenging behaviour Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures Desirable (but not essential): Experience in a school, PRU, or alternative provision Relevant qualifications in mental health, youth work, or education Training in behaviour management (e.g. Team Teach) Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment? Competitive pay rates Access to free CPD and training opportunities Dedicated consultant support Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles Flexible working options How to Apply: If you are passionate about supporting young people with SEMH needs and are looking for a rewarding role in Corby, we would love to hear from you. Apply today through Tradewind Recruitment to take the next step in your career.
Senior Residential Childcare Worker Location: Castle Douglas Pay: £28,645.50 to £29,464.50 PLUS £67.50 per sleep-in, expect 10 sleeps per month gives an additional £8000+ over the year Extraordinary Days Every Day Are you ready for a role that truly makes a difference? If so, apply today and make this year the start of something amazing. We welcome applicants with and without experience and from backgrounds such as education, youth work, childcare, healthcare, social care, learning disabilities, SEN and community services At ACAD, you're not just working - you're shaping futures, furthermore as a senior support worker, based within Castle Douglas, every moment you spend with our young people helps them feel safe, valued and supported. A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment - these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters. What You'll Do As a senior support worker, you will support young people with their daily routines; Getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities. You will also Create a warm, homely environment by helping with light housekeeping. Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support. Plan and join fun activities like trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights or creative projects. Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care. Where You'll Do It Torrs is made up of 5 individual homes, which are registered to support 9 young people. We focus on activities that promote the health and wellbeing of our young people, guiding them through the next stages in their life and being a safe space for them to express themselves. Who You Are Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager - focused on achieving outcomes for others.No prior experience? No problem! If you have the passion, we'll provide the training. Why Join Us? £500 Welcome Bonus £1000 Refer a Friend Bonus Full-time contract + Paid Induction Career development with specialist training: 24/7 support: Helpline and hardship grants via the CareTech Foundation. Your Next Step This isn't just a job - it's a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time. Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today. Safeguarding Statement CareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced PVG check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Senior Residential Childcare Worker Location: Castle Douglas Pay: £28,645.50 to £29,464.50 PLUS £67.50 per sleep-in, expect 10 sleeps per month gives an additional £8000+ over the year Extraordinary Days Every Day Are you ready for a role that truly makes a difference? If so, apply today and make this year the start of something amazing. We welcome applicants with and without experience and from backgrounds such as education, youth work, childcare, healthcare, social care, learning disabilities, SEN and community services At ACAD, you're not just working - you're shaping futures, furthermore as a senior support worker, based within Castle Douglas, every moment you spend with our young people helps them feel safe, valued and supported. A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment - these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters. What You'll Do As a senior support worker, you will support young people with their daily routines; Getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities. You will also Create a warm, homely environment by helping with light housekeeping. Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support. Plan and join fun activities like trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights or creative projects. Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care. Where You'll Do It Torrs is made up of 5 individual homes, which are registered to support 9 young people. We focus on activities that promote the health and wellbeing of our young people, guiding them through the next stages in their life and being a safe space for them to express themselves. Who You Are Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager - focused on achieving outcomes for others.No prior experience? No problem! If you have the passion, we'll provide the training. Why Join Us? £500 Welcome Bonus £1000 Refer a Friend Bonus Full-time contract + Paid Induction Career development with specialist training: 24/7 support: Helpline and hardship grants via the CareTech Foundation. Your Next Step This isn't just a job - it's a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time. Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today. Safeguarding Statement CareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced PVG check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.
Be a key part of a values driven team supporting young people from underserved communities to feel seen, supported and inspired. Plan and deliver engaging youth sessions that build confidence, connection and possibility
May 01, 2026
Full time
Be a key part of a values driven team supporting young people from underserved communities to feel seen, supported and inspired. Plan and deliver engaging youth sessions that build confidence, connection and possibility
37 hours per week / fixed term until 31 March 2027 / Working pattern Monday - Wednesday , Thursday , Friday (to be confirmed) YMCA DownsLink Group is the leading charity for children and young people across Sussex and Surrey. We offer safe homes, mental health support and trusted advice. We believe that every child and young person has the right to be safe, heard and to shape their own future. We work alongside them to make that happen. We are here for children and young people, many of whom face multiple challenges and need our support. Our Values - we do what s right, we work with heart, and we build real connections guide us in all our actions. Youth Advice Centre (YAC) offers information, support and guidance to young people (13-25) and their families in Brighton and Hove. The YAC team offer expertise on a wide range of topics including housing, wellbeing and family relationships. We provide a safe and friendly environment where everyone is made to feel welcome. We are on the lookout for a new specialist housing advisor to join the YAC team. Based in the heart of Brighton, you will support young people to understand their housing options, make referrals on their behalf, and advocate when needed to ensure young people get the support they need. You will be based within the advice centre and form part of the team who deliver drop-in clinics and appointments. As well as providing one to one work, this role will also focus on prevention and early intervention through the delivery of workshops in schools, colleges and other youth settings. If you re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate. Experience in a housing or advice setting is desirable; however, this is not essential as we will provide a full induction and training package. The ideal candidate will have the ability to engage with young people, hear their voice and co-produce their support plans looking at their holistic needs, be able to professionally challenge decisions advocate on their behalf, work with professional networks to provide support, identify safeguarding concerns and risk, and hold strong professional boundaries at all times. CLOSING DATE: Sunday 17 May 2026 at midnight, if we find the right candidate sooner than expected, we may close the advert early - so early applications are strongly encouraged. PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorship for this role, so applicants must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently. An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment. Accessibility If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us. YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants will undergo a thorough background screening process, conducted by an accredited third-party provider. This includes an Enhanced DBS check (with Children s and Adults Barred Lists) as well as comprehensive reference and activity check.
May 01, 2026
Full time
37 hours per week / fixed term until 31 March 2027 / Working pattern Monday - Wednesday , Thursday , Friday (to be confirmed) YMCA DownsLink Group is the leading charity for children and young people across Sussex and Surrey. We offer safe homes, mental health support and trusted advice. We believe that every child and young person has the right to be safe, heard and to shape their own future. We work alongside them to make that happen. We are here for children and young people, many of whom face multiple challenges and need our support. Our Values - we do what s right, we work with heart, and we build real connections guide us in all our actions. Youth Advice Centre (YAC) offers information, support and guidance to young people (13-25) and their families in Brighton and Hove. The YAC team offer expertise on a wide range of topics including housing, wellbeing and family relationships. We provide a safe and friendly environment where everyone is made to feel welcome. We are on the lookout for a new specialist housing advisor to join the YAC team. Based in the heart of Brighton, you will support young people to understand their housing options, make referrals on their behalf, and advocate when needed to ensure young people get the support they need. You will be based within the advice centre and form part of the team who deliver drop-in clinics and appointments. As well as providing one to one work, this role will also focus on prevention and early intervention through the delivery of workshops in schools, colleges and other youth settings. If you re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate. Experience in a housing or advice setting is desirable; however, this is not essential as we will provide a full induction and training package. The ideal candidate will have the ability to engage with young people, hear their voice and co-produce their support plans looking at their holistic needs, be able to professionally challenge decisions advocate on their behalf, work with professional networks to provide support, identify safeguarding concerns and risk, and hold strong professional boundaries at all times. CLOSING DATE: Sunday 17 May 2026 at midnight, if we find the right candidate sooner than expected, we may close the advert early - so early applications are strongly encouraged. PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorship for this role, so applicants must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently. An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment. Accessibility If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us. YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants will undergo a thorough background screening process, conducted by an accredited third-party provider. This includes an Enhanced DBS check (with Children s and Adults Barred Lists) as well as comprehensive reference and activity check.
Catch22 exists to help build a society where everyone has a good place to live, good people around them, and a fulfilling purpose. We call these our '3Ps'. We achieve this in two ways. First, we improve lives on the frontline through delivery of public services. Secondly, we use our knowledge to change 'the system', to fix the complex web that can trap and disempower those it was set up to help. With the heart of a charity and the mindset of a business, we are uniquely placed to deliver on this challenging agenda. Our Young People & Families (YP&F) Operational Hub delivers a wide range of integrated support services designed to help resolve complex difficulties experienced by young people and their families/carers. Support is provided to people who find themselves in a range of circumstances; they may be missing from home or have emotional, housing or substance misuse issues. We also support families where parents/carers are experiencing domestic abuse, substance misuse, emotional issues, youth violence, exploitation, homelessness or unemployment. Whatever the situation, we work alongside young people and their carers to find a way of stabilising their lives. Redthread is one of our services delivered as part of the Young People and Families Hub within Catch22. Job Description Redthread is a hospital based youth work service, working alongside NHS staff and other professionals in emergency departments. Our experienced, specialist youth workers engage with and support young people, aiming to reduce serious youth violence and exploitation. We often meet young people at a moment of change and work with them to find a positive way forward. We provide long-term, holistic support. We consider every aspect of a young person s life and build support around them. The Young Women's Worker role is to be part of the youth work team within Redthread, whose primary focus is around providing youth violence interventions in a health care setting. In this role you will be part of the Youth Violence Intervention team at St George's Hospital. You will support young women aged, 11-25 years old, who present to hospital following an incident of violence/sexual violence of for whom them there are concerns around exploitation (criminal and sexual) or extra-familial harm. You will work with the young women in the hospital as well as supporting them post discharge to ensure they have the support in place that they need and want. The Young Women's Worker provides long term, holistic support and can work with a young women for up to a year. Please note: We are only accepting applications from female applicants due to the nature of the role and that the post holder will only be working with young women. Main responsibilities include: Holding a caseload of young women and to support them in a range of settings and support their personal, emotional, educational and health and social development through all interactions Work within a multi-disciplinary team to safeguarding young women Ensure young women's details and case records are kept up to date on our case management system Support the delivery of training to clinicians Qualifications Key Skills and Qualifications are: Significant professional experience of working with vulnerable young people in a range of activities and settings Experience of working as an effective team member Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team Experience of working autonomously A thorough knowledge and understanding of the physical, social and emotional developmental needs of young people and especially young women Understanding of the issues faced by young people living in inner city areas An awareness of child protection and safeguarding issues and knowledge of current best practice within the youth work sector A knowledge of best practice in case recording Additional information Hours & work pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week including regular weekend and evening working and shift patterns covering hours of 9am - 9pm. Important information for Applicants: We are only accepting applications from female applicants due to the nature of the role and that the post holder will only be working with young women. Screening: Successful admission to post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and employer Right To Work in the UK check. The post-holder must have the right to work in the UK. Catch22 does not currently provide a licence to sponsor visas. Catch22 is proud to have Banned the Box . This means that we do not ask for candidates to disclose criminal convictions at the application stage. Instead, we invite disclosures at interview stage, and encourage them at the offer stage. At Catch22 we value equality, diversity and inclusion. We are wholeheartedly committed to the principle of equality of opportunity, both as an employer and as a provider of services. Diversity and Inclusion is part of what we do every day, working to deliver our vision to build a strong society where everyone has good people around them, a purpose, and a good place to live. Catch22 is committed to rigorous safeguarding and safer recruitment practices; ensuring that every individual within the organisation has been safely and appropriately checked. Please note, we will conduct an online search as part of our due dilligence checks for successful candidate(s). This will involve a search of all publicly available information online and in social media.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Catch22 exists to help build a society where everyone has a good place to live, good people around them, and a fulfilling purpose. We call these our '3Ps'. We achieve this in two ways. First, we improve lives on the frontline through delivery of public services. Secondly, we use our knowledge to change 'the system', to fix the complex web that can trap and disempower those it was set up to help. With the heart of a charity and the mindset of a business, we are uniquely placed to deliver on this challenging agenda. Our Young People & Families (YP&F) Operational Hub delivers a wide range of integrated support services designed to help resolve complex difficulties experienced by young people and their families/carers. Support is provided to people who find themselves in a range of circumstances; they may be missing from home or have emotional, housing or substance misuse issues. We also support families where parents/carers are experiencing domestic abuse, substance misuse, emotional issues, youth violence, exploitation, homelessness or unemployment. Whatever the situation, we work alongside young people and their carers to find a way of stabilising their lives. Redthread is one of our services delivered as part of the Young People and Families Hub within Catch22. Job Description Redthread is a hospital based youth work service, working alongside NHS staff and other professionals in emergency departments. Our experienced, specialist youth workers engage with and support young people, aiming to reduce serious youth violence and exploitation. We often meet young people at a moment of change and work with them to find a positive way forward. We provide long-term, holistic support. We consider every aspect of a young person s life and build support around them. The Young Women's Worker role is to be part of the youth work team within Redthread, whose primary focus is around providing youth violence interventions in a health care setting. In this role you will be part of the Youth Violence Intervention team at St George's Hospital. You will support young women aged, 11-25 years old, who present to hospital following an incident of violence/sexual violence of for whom them there are concerns around exploitation (criminal and sexual) or extra-familial harm. You will work with the young women in the hospital as well as supporting them post discharge to ensure they have the support in place that they need and want. The Young Women's Worker provides long term, holistic support and can work with a young women for up to a year. Please note: We are only accepting applications from female applicants due to the nature of the role and that the post holder will only be working with young women. Main responsibilities include: Holding a caseload of young women and to support them in a range of settings and support their personal, emotional, educational and health and social development through all interactions Work within a multi-disciplinary team to safeguarding young women Ensure young women's details and case records are kept up to date on our case management system Support the delivery of training to clinicians Qualifications Key Skills and Qualifications are: Significant professional experience of working with vulnerable young people in a range of activities and settings Experience of working as an effective team member Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team Experience of working autonomously A thorough knowledge and understanding of the physical, social and emotional developmental needs of young people and especially young women Understanding of the issues faced by young people living in inner city areas An awareness of child protection and safeguarding issues and knowledge of current best practice within the youth work sector A knowledge of best practice in case recording Additional information Hours & work pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week including regular weekend and evening working and shift patterns covering hours of 9am - 9pm. Important information for Applicants: We are only accepting applications from female applicants due to the nature of the role and that the post holder will only be working with young women. Screening: Successful admission to post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and employer Right To Work in the UK check. The post-holder must have the right to work in the UK. Catch22 does not currently provide a licence to sponsor visas. Catch22 is proud to have Banned the Box . This means that we do not ask for candidates to disclose criminal convictions at the application stage. Instead, we invite disclosures at interview stage, and encourage them at the offer stage. At Catch22 we value equality, diversity and inclusion. We are wholeheartedly committed to the principle of equality of opportunity, both as an employer and as a provider of services. Diversity and Inclusion is part of what we do every day, working to deliver our vision to build a strong society where everyone has good people around them, a purpose, and a good place to live. Catch22 is committed to rigorous safeguarding and safer recruitment practices; ensuring that every individual within the organisation has been safely and appropriately checked. Please note, we will conduct an online search as part of our due dilligence checks for successful candidate(s). This will involve a search of all publicly available information online and in social media.
Social Worker Children Social Care - Contextual Safeguarding / Risk Outside the Home Service PO2/PO3: £44,937pa rising in annual increments to £51,228pa incl. LW Plus £1000 Welcome Payment and £1000 pa Market Supplement Permanent / Full Time / Hybrid Work- minimum 2 days a week in the office. About Us Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community. It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth's communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan 'Our Future, Our Lambeth. With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment. Please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page. About the team We are working hard to make Lambeth to be one of the safest places for children, young people and young adults to grow, develop and thrive. We know that risk outside of the home is one of the biggest challenges we face and we are looking for a committed, experienced and enthusiastic Social Worker to join our Support Team. This is a unique opportunity to help us deliver our vision and be part of an energetic driving force for improving our responses to children, young people and young adults at risk of harm outside the home, throughout the Local Authority and safeguarding partnership. Along with our partners we are moving at pace towards embedding a Contextual Safeguarding Approach to children in the borough, and this is an exciting time to join the Service. Our recent Ofsted report recognised the positive steps we are making in this area and there is real momentum to drive forward change. The role will be in the Support Team which is a dynamic team of both experience Social Workers and Youth Workers and will provide at the earliest possible opportunity an assessment of need, direct intervention and support to children and young people referred into Children' Social Care where there is risk outside of the home. You will be experienced in both front-line Social Work and have a good knowledge of Contextual Safeguarding, and confident in underpinning your work with a trauma informed and systemic approach. About the role The Social Workers within the Support Team are core roles within our Contextual Safeguarding/ Risk outside the home Service and we are looking for experienced and qualified social workers to join us. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate a passion for working in this field and have experience of successfully engaging children and young people. Your strengths will lie in being able to walk alongside children and young people who are at risk of or experiencing exploitation or serious violence and build trusted relationships to deliver the work to keep them safe. The postholder will need the confidence and credibility to work with multiple stakeholders, build strong partnerships to meet the needs and expectations of a diverse borough. You will have experience of completing assessments and producing dynamic plans which seek to reduce risk to young people. In this role you will both case hold and have the opportunity to undertake direct work with children with children and young people across the borough where there is risk outside of the home. How to Apply: To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence how you meet the shortlisting criteria on the personal specification marked "A" for application: Job Description and Person Specification You will also need to demonstrate your experience and knowledge of risk outside of the home in your supporting statement. We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement. Advert Closing Date: 24th of May at midnight Please click here to view: Lambeth Staff Benefits Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information about the DBS can be found at In addition, you will also be required to undertake a Cifas check from the Fraud Prevention organisation. Further information can be found here Contact Information: For further information and an informal conversation please contact Service Manager Kath Hunt at At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click here .
May 01, 2026
Full time
Social Worker Children Social Care - Contextual Safeguarding / Risk Outside the Home Service PO2/PO3: £44,937pa rising in annual increments to £51,228pa incl. LW Plus £1000 Welcome Payment and £1000 pa Market Supplement Permanent / Full Time / Hybrid Work- minimum 2 days a week in the office. About Us Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community. It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth's communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan 'Our Future, Our Lambeth. With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment. Please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page. About the team We are working hard to make Lambeth to be one of the safest places for children, young people and young adults to grow, develop and thrive. We know that risk outside of the home is one of the biggest challenges we face and we are looking for a committed, experienced and enthusiastic Social Worker to join our Support Team. This is a unique opportunity to help us deliver our vision and be part of an energetic driving force for improving our responses to children, young people and young adults at risk of harm outside the home, throughout the Local Authority and safeguarding partnership. Along with our partners we are moving at pace towards embedding a Contextual Safeguarding Approach to children in the borough, and this is an exciting time to join the Service. Our recent Ofsted report recognised the positive steps we are making in this area and there is real momentum to drive forward change. The role will be in the Support Team which is a dynamic team of both experience Social Workers and Youth Workers and will provide at the earliest possible opportunity an assessment of need, direct intervention and support to children and young people referred into Children' Social Care where there is risk outside of the home. You will be experienced in both front-line Social Work and have a good knowledge of Contextual Safeguarding, and confident in underpinning your work with a trauma informed and systemic approach. About the role The Social Workers within the Support Team are core roles within our Contextual Safeguarding/ Risk outside the home Service and we are looking for experienced and qualified social workers to join us. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate a passion for working in this field and have experience of successfully engaging children and young people. Your strengths will lie in being able to walk alongside children and young people who are at risk of or experiencing exploitation or serious violence and build trusted relationships to deliver the work to keep them safe. The postholder will need the confidence and credibility to work with multiple stakeholders, build strong partnerships to meet the needs and expectations of a diverse borough. You will have experience of completing assessments and producing dynamic plans which seek to reduce risk to young people. In this role you will both case hold and have the opportunity to undertake direct work with children with children and young people across the borough where there is risk outside of the home. How to Apply: To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence how you meet the shortlisting criteria on the personal specification marked "A" for application: Job Description and Person Specification You will also need to demonstrate your experience and knowledge of risk outside of the home in your supporting statement. We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement. Advert Closing Date: 24th of May at midnight Please click here to view: Lambeth Staff Benefits Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information about the DBS can be found at In addition, you will also be required to undertake a Cifas check from the Fraud Prevention organisation. Further information can be found here Contact Information: For further information and an informal conversation please contact Service Manager Kath Hunt at At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click here .
Residential Childcare Worker - Days Location: Galston Pay: £27,352 to £32,510.40 depending on experience and qualifications Extraordinary Days Every Day Are you ready for a role that truly makes a difference? If so, apply today and make this year the start of something amazing. We welcome applicants with and without experience and from backgrounds such as education, youth work, childcare, healthcare, social care, learning disabilities, SEN and community services At Spark of Genius, you're not just working - you're shaping futures, furthermore as a support worker, based in Galston, every moment you spend with our young people helps them feel safe, valued and supported. A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment - these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters. What You'll Do As a support worker, you will support young people with their daily routines; Getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities. You will also: Create a warm, homely environment by helping with light housekeeping. Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support. Plan and join fun activities like trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights or creative projects. Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care. New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people's records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role. Who You Are Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager - focused on achieving outcomes for others. No prior experience? No problem! If you have the passion, we'll provide the training. Why Join Us? £500 Welcome Bonus £1000 Refer a Friend Bonus Full-time contract + Paid Induction Career development with specialist training 24/7 support: Helpline and hardship grants via the CareTech Foundation. Your Next Step This isn't just a job - it's a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time. Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today. Safeguarding Statement CareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS/PVG check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Residential Childcare Worker - Days Location: Galston Pay: £27,352 to £32,510.40 depending on experience and qualifications Extraordinary Days Every Day Are you ready for a role that truly makes a difference? If so, apply today and make this year the start of something amazing. We welcome applicants with and without experience and from backgrounds such as education, youth work, childcare, healthcare, social care, learning disabilities, SEN and community services At Spark of Genius, you're not just working - you're shaping futures, furthermore as a support worker, based in Galston, every moment you spend with our young people helps them feel safe, valued and supported. A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment - these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters. What You'll Do As a support worker, you will support young people with their daily routines; Getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities. You will also: Create a warm, homely environment by helping with light housekeeping. Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support. Plan and join fun activities like trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights or creative projects. Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care. New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people's records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role. Who You Are Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager - focused on achieving outcomes for others. No prior experience? No problem! If you have the passion, we'll provide the training. Why Join Us? £500 Welcome Bonus £1000 Refer a Friend Bonus Full-time contract + Paid Induction Career development with specialist training 24/7 support: Helpline and hardship grants via the CareTech Foundation. Your Next Step This isn't just a job - it's a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time. Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today. Safeguarding Statement CareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS/PVG check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.
Community Employment Consultant We are seeking a Community Employment Consultant to support people with convictions into employment by working with prisons, employers and community partners. Position: Community Employment Consultant Location: Midlands, Hybrid travel around the area is required so a full driving license and access to a car is essential Salary: £30 - £35k per annum Contract: Permanent, full time 37.5 hours per week Closing Date: Thursday 7th May About the organisation: This is an Employment Consultancy role with a difference; you will be working for a unique, award-winning organisation that helps people that have served a prison sentence to re-enter the workplace by: Training serving prisoners as Peer Recruiters, who then provide a Candidate pipeline and work closely alongside the Community Team. Take employers into prison to interview Candidates. Some job offers are made there and then. Provide caseworker support to Candidates in the community with the primary aim of removing their barriers to work and supporting them into meaningful, sustainable employment. About the role: As a Community Employment Consultant, you will support the senior team and work alongside the prison peer-led team, helping Peer Recruiters in custody to identify and support Candidates. Key responsibilities include: Build strong relationships with the relevant prison staff. (The prison you cover may well be in the East Midlands) Support the Head of West Midlands programme to engage employers and plan monthly interview days. Develop relationships with local and national employers and to promote the service and create employment opportunities for participants. Work with the team to develop and implement a strategy to identify and target local and national employers. Build relationships with local Probation offices and staff, DWP and Local Authority initiatives and Police & Crime Commissioner/Violence Reduction Unit and other relevant statutory and voluntary sector organisations. Maintain accurate and up to date records to monitor the effectiveness of the programme using our in-house portal (CRM system). Provide effective case management for participants, ensuring tailored and consistent support. About you: To be successful in the role of, you will need the following skills and experience: A full driving license and access to a car on (at least) a weekly basis. Be able and willing to work in Prisons and Youth Offender Institutions, this includes a vetting process which you will need to pass in order to be successful in the role. An empathetic and understanding approach when working with Candidates. A good understanding of the barriers faced by people with convictions in accessing employment. An interest in employment, the local labour market and Industry trends. Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels, including the ability to motivate and inspire others. Strong administration skills with IT (MS Office) and well organised. You will have strong writing skills and will be able to write good CV s and Disclosure Letters. Although not essential, experience of Recruitment or Case Management would be desirable. In return: As well as a great job with competitive pay and benefits, you will have the opportunity to be part of something that has potential to become ground-breaking. The team comes from a diverse range of experiences and backgrounds. As well as employing serving prisoners within the team as Peer Recruiters, we also work with Community Consultants who have served a sentence. Where possible, the charity are keen to prioritise those with lived experience of the criminal justice system. Recruitment Process: Step one: If you are interested in the role, please send over a basic CV & one page cover letter. In the letter, please include details of why you think you are a fit for the role. You should also include details of why you are interested in working with the prison population. Step two: An informal Q&A before putting more time into applying for the role. This will be an online, 15 minute meeting with one of the team. Step Three: Formal interview. This is possible online or in person. You will be set a short task prior to the interview. Step Four: As a final part of the process, you ll be invited into the office for coffee with the team in Birmingham. Other roles you may have experience of could include: Employment Advisor, Employment Consultant, Employability Advisor, Resettlement Worker, Case Worker, Job Coach, Recruitment Consultant, Prison Resettlement Advisor, Community Support Worker, Work and Skills Advisor. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Community Employment Consultant We are seeking a Community Employment Consultant to support people with convictions into employment by working with prisons, employers and community partners. Position: Community Employment Consultant Location: Midlands, Hybrid travel around the area is required so a full driving license and access to a car is essential Salary: £30 - £35k per annum Contract: Permanent, full time 37.5 hours per week Closing Date: Thursday 7th May About the organisation: This is an Employment Consultancy role with a difference; you will be working for a unique, award-winning organisation that helps people that have served a prison sentence to re-enter the workplace by: Training serving prisoners as Peer Recruiters, who then provide a Candidate pipeline and work closely alongside the Community Team. Take employers into prison to interview Candidates. Some job offers are made there and then. Provide caseworker support to Candidates in the community with the primary aim of removing their barriers to work and supporting them into meaningful, sustainable employment. About the role: As a Community Employment Consultant, you will support the senior team and work alongside the prison peer-led team, helping Peer Recruiters in custody to identify and support Candidates. Key responsibilities include: Build strong relationships with the relevant prison staff. (The prison you cover may well be in the East Midlands) Support the Head of West Midlands programme to engage employers and plan monthly interview days. Develop relationships with local and national employers and to promote the service and create employment opportunities for participants. Work with the team to develop and implement a strategy to identify and target local and national employers. Build relationships with local Probation offices and staff, DWP and Local Authority initiatives and Police & Crime Commissioner/Violence Reduction Unit and other relevant statutory and voluntary sector organisations. Maintain accurate and up to date records to monitor the effectiveness of the programme using our in-house portal (CRM system). Provide effective case management for participants, ensuring tailored and consistent support. About you: To be successful in the role of, you will need the following skills and experience: A full driving license and access to a car on (at least) a weekly basis. Be able and willing to work in Prisons and Youth Offender Institutions, this includes a vetting process which you will need to pass in order to be successful in the role. An empathetic and understanding approach when working with Candidates. A good understanding of the barriers faced by people with convictions in accessing employment. An interest in employment, the local labour market and Industry trends. Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels, including the ability to motivate and inspire others. Strong administration skills with IT (MS Office) and well organised. You will have strong writing skills and will be able to write good CV s and Disclosure Letters. Although not essential, experience of Recruitment or Case Management would be desirable. In return: As well as a great job with competitive pay and benefits, you will have the opportunity to be part of something that has potential to become ground-breaking. The team comes from a diverse range of experiences and backgrounds. As well as employing serving prisoners within the team as Peer Recruiters, we also work with Community Consultants who have served a sentence. Where possible, the charity are keen to prioritise those with lived experience of the criminal justice system. Recruitment Process: Step one: If you are interested in the role, please send over a basic CV & one page cover letter. In the letter, please include details of why you think you are a fit for the role. You should also include details of why you are interested in working with the prison population. Step two: An informal Q&A before putting more time into applying for the role. This will be an online, 15 minute meeting with one of the team. Step Three: Formal interview. This is possible online or in person. You will be set a short task prior to the interview. Step Four: As a final part of the process, you ll be invited into the office for coffee with the team in Birmingham. Other roles you may have experience of could include: Employment Advisor, Employment Consultant, Employability Advisor, Resettlement Worker, Case Worker, Job Coach, Recruitment Consultant, Prison Resettlement Advisor, Community Support Worker, Work and Skills Advisor. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
Deputy Manager (Complex Care) Deputy Manager - £15.79 - £16.51 + £30 sleep in when on shift What we can offer you as a Deputy manager at Cambian Group £1000 Refer a Friend scheme Competitive salary Enhanced children's and adults DBS paid for by Cambian Opportunity to be supported on qualifications to meet your career development Are you passionate about supporting children and young people in a holistic child centred and trauma-informed way to support young children to achieve their full potential? If so, we are looking for enthusiastic, resilient and motivated Deputy managers to join our growing complex care service across the Hereford and Worcester region. We provide residential care for children and young people who have experienced some of life's most challenging circumstances and adverse conditions. Through joining us you will work within a confident and experienced care team. Working closely with our clinical and educational colleagues to improve outcomes for our children. Working within this multi-disciplinary team you will work directly with children who have been victims of exploitation, neglect and have complex care needs with a focus on rebuilding resilience, working around managing risks and creating a safe and bright future for when they move on into the next stage of their journey. You will also work closely with external agencies such as social care, local police and other partners to ensure the safeguarding and wellbeing of our children. All of our youth workers are fully supported to excel in their roles and are given a comprehensive induction into the company, which is then supported with quality ongoing training and supervision. Main Purpose of the Job: To assist the manager in achieving the aims and objectives of the statement of purpose. To deputise in the absence of the registered manager. To support and manage the staff to enable them to meet the needs of the children and young people. To undertake direct work with children and young people as appropriate. To be the responsible person in managing child protection concerns and complaints. To work in partnership with other professionals to achieve optimum outcomes for young people. To offer supervisions and support to senior staff in line with care quality standards and Children's Homes Regulations 2015. This role may include working on shift with some weekends and sleep-ins. PERSON SPECIFICATION Diploma 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Working towards or holds a level 5 Diploma leadership and management residential childcare Current full driving license Experience At least 3 years' experience in Residential children's Care which includes supervisory experience At Cambian, we aim to become the provider of the best quality behavioural health services in the UK. We change people's lives through our passionate care and child centred approach, raising their expectations, stabilising their conditions and enabling them to achieve their personal best.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Deputy Manager (Complex Care) Deputy Manager - £15.79 - £16.51 + £30 sleep in when on shift What we can offer you as a Deputy manager at Cambian Group £1000 Refer a Friend scheme Competitive salary Enhanced children's and adults DBS paid for by Cambian Opportunity to be supported on qualifications to meet your career development Are you passionate about supporting children and young people in a holistic child centred and trauma-informed way to support young children to achieve their full potential? If so, we are looking for enthusiastic, resilient and motivated Deputy managers to join our growing complex care service across the Hereford and Worcester region. We provide residential care for children and young people who have experienced some of life's most challenging circumstances and adverse conditions. Through joining us you will work within a confident and experienced care team. Working closely with our clinical and educational colleagues to improve outcomes for our children. Working within this multi-disciplinary team you will work directly with children who have been victims of exploitation, neglect and have complex care needs with a focus on rebuilding resilience, working around managing risks and creating a safe and bright future for when they move on into the next stage of their journey. You will also work closely with external agencies such as social care, local police and other partners to ensure the safeguarding and wellbeing of our children. All of our youth workers are fully supported to excel in their roles and are given a comprehensive induction into the company, which is then supported with quality ongoing training and supervision. Main Purpose of the Job: To assist the manager in achieving the aims and objectives of the statement of purpose. To deputise in the absence of the registered manager. To support and manage the staff to enable them to meet the needs of the children and young people. To undertake direct work with children and young people as appropriate. To be the responsible person in managing child protection concerns and complaints. To work in partnership with other professionals to achieve optimum outcomes for young people. To offer supervisions and support to senior staff in line with care quality standards and Children's Homes Regulations 2015. This role may include working on shift with some weekends and sleep-ins. PERSON SPECIFICATION Diploma 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Working towards or holds a level 5 Diploma leadership and management residential childcare Current full driving license Experience At least 3 years' experience in Residential children's Care which includes supervisory experience At Cambian, we aim to become the provider of the best quality behavioural health services in the UK. We change people's lives through our passionate care and child centred approach, raising their expectations, stabilising their conditions and enabling them to achieve their personal best.
A local youth support organization in Abingdon seeks a passionate Youth Worker to engage with young people aged 11-25. This part-time role focuses on delivering sessions that improve wellbeing, reduce risky behaviors, and foster aspirations. Candidates should have experience working with marginalized youth, strong emotional intelligence, and a commitment to safeguarding. The position offers a supportive environment and opportunities for professional development.
May 01, 2026
Full time
A local youth support organization in Abingdon seeks a passionate Youth Worker to engage with young people aged 11-25. This part-time role focuses on delivering sessions that improve wellbeing, reduce risky behaviors, and foster aspirations. Candidates should have experience working with marginalized youth, strong emotional intelligence, and a commitment to safeguarding. The position offers a supportive environment and opportunities for professional development.
Residential Support Worker - Ruthin (Full UK Manual Driving Licence Required) Outstanding Work-Life Balance Full-Time £500 Welcome Bonus £1,000 Refer a Friend Extraordinary Days Every Day At Branas Isaf Children's Services, part of the CareTech Group, we believe in creating Extraordinary Days Every Day for the children and young people we support. We are now recruiting residential support workers in Ruthin. Whether you're experienced or completely new to care, if you have the right values, we'd love to hear from you. What you'll do As a residential support worker, you will: Provide emotional and practical support to children and young people with complex needs (including emotional and behavioural difficulties) Be part of a therapeutic care team alongside education and clinical professionals Encourage young people to grow, develop independence, and thrive in a safe and structured environment New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people's records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role Help create Extraordinary Days Every Day through positive, meaningful experiences. Requirements Full UK manual driving licence (essential) Willingness to work unsociable hours (evenings, weekends, and overnight sleep-ins) Ability to commit to sleep ins with a rolling rota No prior experience required - full training and mentoring provided What We're Looking For We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Whether you've worked in care, education support work, residential childcare or youth services, customer service facing roles or another people focused role, we value transferable skills such as: Empathy and patience Strong communication and teamwork A proactive, positive attitude. Our Values Compassionate and caring approach Empowering young people to reach their potential Person-centred care tailored to individual needs Innovative methods in therapeutic practice. Why Join Us? Rural location - Ruthin A compressed shift pattern means fewer working days and more consecutive days off - ideal for maintaining a healthy work-life balance Part of a supportive, award-winning UK care provider Make a genuine impact in the lives of vulnerable children and young people No previous care experience necessary - full training provided Competitive salary, with enhanced rates for qualified staff £500 Welcome Bonus £1,000 Refer a Friend scheme Fully funded QCF Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare Ongoing training and professional development Paid induction and specialist therapeutic training Free meals provided during shifts (residential homes) Paid enhanced DBS check Free on-site parking Company vehicle available during shifts Access to over 100 free online CPD courses Pension scheme Annual employee awards and recognition events Access to CareTech Foundation grants for family and friends About Branas Isaf and CareTech Part of the CareTech Group, one of the UK's leading social care providers, Branas Isaf has delivered therapeutic residential childcare, education, and support for over 25 years. We specialise in supporting children with emotional and behavioural challenges, offering a nurturing environment that promotes healing and growth. Your Next Step This isn't just a job - it's a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time. Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today! Safeguarding Statement CareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Residential Support Worker - Ruthin (Full UK Manual Driving Licence Required) Outstanding Work-Life Balance Full-Time £500 Welcome Bonus £1,000 Refer a Friend Extraordinary Days Every Day At Branas Isaf Children's Services, part of the CareTech Group, we believe in creating Extraordinary Days Every Day for the children and young people we support. We are now recruiting residential support workers in Ruthin. Whether you're experienced or completely new to care, if you have the right values, we'd love to hear from you. What you'll do As a residential support worker, you will: Provide emotional and practical support to children and young people with complex needs (including emotional and behavioural difficulties) Be part of a therapeutic care team alongside education and clinical professionals Encourage young people to grow, develop independence, and thrive in a safe and structured environment New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people's records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role Help create Extraordinary Days Every Day through positive, meaningful experiences. Requirements Full UK manual driving licence (essential) Willingness to work unsociable hours (evenings, weekends, and overnight sleep-ins) Ability to commit to sleep ins with a rolling rota No prior experience required - full training and mentoring provided What We're Looking For We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Whether you've worked in care, education support work, residential childcare or youth services, customer service facing roles or another people focused role, we value transferable skills such as: Empathy and patience Strong communication and teamwork A proactive, positive attitude. Our Values Compassionate and caring approach Empowering young people to reach their potential Person-centred care tailored to individual needs Innovative methods in therapeutic practice. Why Join Us? Rural location - Ruthin A compressed shift pattern means fewer working days and more consecutive days off - ideal for maintaining a healthy work-life balance Part of a supportive, award-winning UK care provider Make a genuine impact in the lives of vulnerable children and young people No previous care experience necessary - full training provided Competitive salary, with enhanced rates for qualified staff £500 Welcome Bonus £1,000 Refer a Friend scheme Fully funded QCF Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare Ongoing training and professional development Paid induction and specialist therapeutic training Free meals provided during shifts (residential homes) Paid enhanced DBS check Free on-site parking Company vehicle available during shifts Access to over 100 free online CPD courses Pension scheme Annual employee awards and recognition events Access to CareTech Foundation grants for family and friends About Branas Isaf and CareTech Part of the CareTech Group, one of the UK's leading social care providers, Branas Isaf has delivered therapeutic residential childcare, education, and support for over 25 years. We specialise in supporting children with emotional and behavioural challenges, offering a nurturing environment that promotes healing and growth. Your Next Step This isn't just a job - it's a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time. Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today! Safeguarding Statement CareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.
Reconnect Worker (London) Apply for this role if you want to make a real, immediate impact by helping young people and families rebuild relationships, reduce conflict and prevent homelessness before it begins. Location: Sherborne House, London Salary: £31,443 per annum Closing Date: 05 May, 2026 Employment Type: Permanent Hours per week: 37.5 About the Role Join the team as a Reconnect Worker and help prevent youth homelessness by supporting young people and families experiencing conflict or crisis. You'll deliver focused mediation and personalised family support across London-working with young people aged 11-25 in schools, emergency placements, and services to strengthen relationships, improve communication and reduce the risk of homelessness. Your work will be grounded in detailed assessments, collaborative support planning and strengths based interventions that help families rebuild stability and stay connected. In this flexible, fast paced role, you'll manage a small caseload, work independently across multiple locations and build strong partnerships with schools, local authorities, Nightstop hosts and colleagues. You'll maintain clear, accurate records, contribute to safeguarding processes and advocate for young people when needed. Your creativity, impartiality and ability to engage families in challenging moments will be key as you help define and strengthen the charity's national approach to family mediation and homelessness prevention. Please note that this role is offered as a full-time (37.5 hours per week) permanent basis. In this role, you will: Provide focused family support and mediation to young people aged 11-25 and their families experiencing conflict or breakdown. Manage a small caseload, completing risk assessments, needs assessments and structured support plans that drive measurable outcomes. Work across schools, Nightstop placements and other services to stabilise situations and reduce the risk of homelessness. Build strong partnerships with local authorities, schools and external agencies to strengthen referral pathways and holistic support. Maintain clear, accurate case records and follow all safeguarding, EDI, health and safety and lone working procedures. Advocate for young people and families when safeguarding concerns arise, ensuring safety and appropriate escalation. Work independently across multiple London locations, prioritising tasks and managing time effectively. Contribute to the charity's national prevention approach through peer learning, reflective practice and continuous service development. About You (What we are looking for from you - Person Specification) When completing your application form please address all the points set out below. Essential Significant experience working with young people and families in crisis; reflective, creative and solution focused in your approach and committed to working in an assets based way. To hold or complete a Level 4 Interpersonal Mediation Practitioner's Certificate (IMPC). Training will be provided if candidate doesn't hold the qualification but training will have to be completed before the end of the probation period. Experience of working independently and managing own caseload; self-motivated and able to prioritize tasks and carry out efficient organisation and administration. Experience of carrying out risk and needs assessments and support planning for clients. Ability to develop strong, collaborative and productive relationships with colleagues and key external agencies, promoting the value of our work and its impact on families. High level understanding of professional boundaries and ability to maintain impartiality Willingness and ability to travel independently and work from a number of different locations across the London region. Commitment to working in a manner, which promotes diversity and equality ensuring that everyone is treated with respect and dignity and no one, suffers from discrimination. Desirable In order to attract the higher salary banding you will need: Demonstrable experience providing effective mediation services to families experiencing conflict Hold an accredited Interpersonal Mediation Certificate An in-depth understanding of issues relating to youth homelessness Independently manage and maintain a full caseload of families (15-20 families per FTE, or as identified by the service manager). Evidence through case recording, support planning and outcome monitoring that families are being supported effectively to make progress against the relevant national outcomes and that mediation is being used confidently and effectively to support this, when appropriate. What You'll Receive Tailored training and development Flexible working options where suitable 26 days annual leave, rising with service Family friendly leave policies Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 7% Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access Discounts across retail, travel, food, fitness and more Cash health plan for you and your family Death in service benefit Access to legal and practical support Safer Recruitment The charity is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If a role requires it under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975, we will carry out the appropriate Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. We only look at information that is relevant to the role, and a criminal record will never be treated as an automatic barrier to employment. All DBS information is handled sensitively, confidentially and in line with the DBS Code of Practice, and we encourage applicants to discuss any concerns with us openly. About The Organisation In the 1980s, high unemployment and steep inflation was contributing to a shocking rise in youth homelessness acr
May 01, 2026
Full time
Reconnect Worker (London) Apply for this role if you want to make a real, immediate impact by helping young people and families rebuild relationships, reduce conflict and prevent homelessness before it begins. Location: Sherborne House, London Salary: £31,443 per annum Closing Date: 05 May, 2026 Employment Type: Permanent Hours per week: 37.5 About the Role Join the team as a Reconnect Worker and help prevent youth homelessness by supporting young people and families experiencing conflict or crisis. You'll deliver focused mediation and personalised family support across London-working with young people aged 11-25 in schools, emergency placements, and services to strengthen relationships, improve communication and reduce the risk of homelessness. Your work will be grounded in detailed assessments, collaborative support planning and strengths based interventions that help families rebuild stability and stay connected. In this flexible, fast paced role, you'll manage a small caseload, work independently across multiple locations and build strong partnerships with schools, local authorities, Nightstop hosts and colleagues. You'll maintain clear, accurate records, contribute to safeguarding processes and advocate for young people when needed. Your creativity, impartiality and ability to engage families in challenging moments will be key as you help define and strengthen the charity's national approach to family mediation and homelessness prevention. Please note that this role is offered as a full-time (37.5 hours per week) permanent basis. In this role, you will: Provide focused family support and mediation to young people aged 11-25 and their families experiencing conflict or breakdown. Manage a small caseload, completing risk assessments, needs assessments and structured support plans that drive measurable outcomes. Work across schools, Nightstop placements and other services to stabilise situations and reduce the risk of homelessness. Build strong partnerships with local authorities, schools and external agencies to strengthen referral pathways and holistic support. Maintain clear, accurate case records and follow all safeguarding, EDI, health and safety and lone working procedures. Advocate for young people and families when safeguarding concerns arise, ensuring safety and appropriate escalation. Work independently across multiple London locations, prioritising tasks and managing time effectively. Contribute to the charity's national prevention approach through peer learning, reflective practice and continuous service development. About You (What we are looking for from you - Person Specification) When completing your application form please address all the points set out below. Essential Significant experience working with young people and families in crisis; reflective, creative and solution focused in your approach and committed to working in an assets based way. To hold or complete a Level 4 Interpersonal Mediation Practitioner's Certificate (IMPC). Training will be provided if candidate doesn't hold the qualification but training will have to be completed before the end of the probation period. Experience of working independently and managing own caseload; self-motivated and able to prioritize tasks and carry out efficient organisation and administration. Experience of carrying out risk and needs assessments and support planning for clients. Ability to develop strong, collaborative and productive relationships with colleagues and key external agencies, promoting the value of our work and its impact on families. High level understanding of professional boundaries and ability to maintain impartiality Willingness and ability to travel independently and work from a number of different locations across the London region. Commitment to working in a manner, which promotes diversity and equality ensuring that everyone is treated with respect and dignity and no one, suffers from discrimination. Desirable In order to attract the higher salary banding you will need: Demonstrable experience providing effective mediation services to families experiencing conflict Hold an accredited Interpersonal Mediation Certificate An in-depth understanding of issues relating to youth homelessness Independently manage and maintain a full caseload of families (15-20 families per FTE, or as identified by the service manager). Evidence through case recording, support planning and outcome monitoring that families are being supported effectively to make progress against the relevant national outcomes and that mediation is being used confidently and effectively to support this, when appropriate. What You'll Receive Tailored training and development Flexible working options where suitable 26 days annual leave, rising with service Family friendly leave policies Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 7% Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access Discounts across retail, travel, food, fitness and more Cash health plan for you and your family Death in service benefit Access to legal and practical support Safer Recruitment The charity is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If a role requires it under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975, we will carry out the appropriate Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. We only look at information that is relevant to the role, and a criminal record will never be treated as an automatic barrier to employment. All DBS information is handled sensitively, confidentially and in line with the DBS Code of Practice, and we encourage applicants to discuss any concerns with us openly. About The Organisation In the 1980s, high unemployment and steep inflation was contributing to a shocking rise in youth homelessness acr
HOUSE Project Youth Worker (£25,877.80 full-time salary, £8,392.80 actual salary, 12 hours per week) Job Role You will be part of a team that leads an exciting program designed to support and increase life skills, wellbeing and personal development for young people aged 10 to 19 (24 if they have a disability). You will have a passion for working with young people to support them to achieve their full potential and have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish good relationships with young people and their families. You will have a willingness to try new things, You will need to have a strong commitment to working with young people and understand the factors affecting their lives and be someone the young people can rely on in times of stress and change. Please see attached job description for further details. About Us At West Kent we're passionate about the role a housing association can play in society and believe the values of an organisation are what makes it special. Our vision is to deliver places to live and space to grow for our current and future residents. Our values guide us to how we do things from delivering on our promises , working with honesty, integrity, and flexibility, showing compassion and self-awareness, as well as a commitment to learning and equally important working hard and having fun. Benefits We offer a great package - generous pension and life cover, health cash plan, flexible leave package which includes an additional three days leave for our Christmas closure, paid time off to volunteer and an annual grant to support your wellbeing. Please see our website for more details about our benefits package. Location You will be based at HOUSE which runs from the Eden Centre in Edenbridge Application Information We will only consider applications with a full CV and completed application form. Advert Closing Date: 9am on Friday 15 May 2026 Interview Date: Tuesday 19 May 2026
May 01, 2026
Full time
HOUSE Project Youth Worker (£25,877.80 full-time salary, £8,392.80 actual salary, 12 hours per week) Job Role You will be part of a team that leads an exciting program designed to support and increase life skills, wellbeing and personal development for young people aged 10 to 19 (24 if they have a disability). You will have a passion for working with young people to support them to achieve their full potential and have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish good relationships with young people and their families. You will have a willingness to try new things, You will need to have a strong commitment to working with young people and understand the factors affecting their lives and be someone the young people can rely on in times of stress and change. Please see attached job description for further details. About Us At West Kent we're passionate about the role a housing association can play in society and believe the values of an organisation are what makes it special. Our vision is to deliver places to live and space to grow for our current and future residents. Our values guide us to how we do things from delivering on our promises , working with honesty, integrity, and flexibility, showing compassion and self-awareness, as well as a commitment to learning and equally important working hard and having fun. Benefits We offer a great package - generous pension and life cover, health cash plan, flexible leave package which includes an additional three days leave for our Christmas closure, paid time off to volunteer and an annual grant to support your wellbeing. Please see our website for more details about our benefits package. Location You will be based at HOUSE which runs from the Eden Centre in Edenbridge Application Information We will only consider applications with a full CV and completed application form. Advert Closing Date: 9am on Friday 15 May 2026 Interview Date: Tuesday 19 May 2026
Housing Management Officer / Housing Support Worker Blackburn 37.5 hours per week Rota across 8am - 4pm and 12 - 8pm, working one weekend in 6 Temporary with the potential to become permanent £16.00 - £18.00 per hour Our client Morgan Hunt is working with a leading Northwest charity who provide accommodation and support for vulnerable people at risk of homelessness in and across the Northwest. Support services are aimed at helping customers to develop the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to maintain a stable home and a structured lifestyle before assisting them in the process of securing or retaining permanent independent accommodation. This is a mixed, over 18 service in a hostel setting in Blackburn on a shift pattern of 8 - 4 or 12 - 8 working one weekend in 6, all on a rotation. The role - Housing Management Officer Deliver a proactive housing management service to customers, to enable customers to meet the conditions of their occupancy agreement, including monitoring rent and service charge payments and promptly dealing with any instances of anti-social behaviour by the customer or other breaches of occupancy. Support customers to maximise their income, claim housing benefit at sign-up and to promptly liaise with the Council's Housing Benefit Department/DWP regarding applications, overpayments, changes of circumstances or sanctions or benefit sanctions. Manage the rent accounts for customers across the service to ensure that current customer arrears and former customer arrears are kept to a minimum, including serving appropriate notices to customers where they consistently fail to make rent/service charge payment and their arrears are increasing. Keep void losses to a minimum by ensuring that swift action is taken to re-let void properties, including carrying out property inspections before and after the customer vacates the premises, ordering any repairs and replacement fixtures and fittings that are needed and arranging for the scheme cleaners to clean the property. Carry out sign-up procedures with new customers, ensuring that customers are given information on tenancy responsibilities and arrangements for reporting repairs. Support customers to proactively manage visitors to the premises and prevent antisocial or nuisance behaviour to other customers or neighbours. The candidate We would love to hear from people who have:- Good literacy and numeracy skills. Experience in delivering/supporting positive outcomes for clients through the delivery of effective resettlement and independence plans. Experience in providing housing management, housing related support, care and support, or housing advice in any of the following fields: housing management, supported housing, housing advice work, youth and community work or other work supporting homeless people. Ability to develop effective working relationships and rapport with clients and colleagues. Awareness and understanding of supported housing work, and the causes of homelessness. Ability to carry out robust support and housing management functions including liaising with landlords and contractors, and collection of rent and service charges where applicable. Confident with a positive, 'can do' attitude. To be considered for the role of Housing Management Officer, please apply today! Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
May 01, 2026
Seasonal
Housing Management Officer / Housing Support Worker Blackburn 37.5 hours per week Rota across 8am - 4pm and 12 - 8pm, working one weekend in 6 Temporary with the potential to become permanent £16.00 - £18.00 per hour Our client Morgan Hunt is working with a leading Northwest charity who provide accommodation and support for vulnerable people at risk of homelessness in and across the Northwest. Support services are aimed at helping customers to develop the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to maintain a stable home and a structured lifestyle before assisting them in the process of securing or retaining permanent independent accommodation. This is a mixed, over 18 service in a hostel setting in Blackburn on a shift pattern of 8 - 4 or 12 - 8 working one weekend in 6, all on a rotation. The role - Housing Management Officer Deliver a proactive housing management service to customers, to enable customers to meet the conditions of their occupancy agreement, including monitoring rent and service charge payments and promptly dealing with any instances of anti-social behaviour by the customer or other breaches of occupancy. Support customers to maximise their income, claim housing benefit at sign-up and to promptly liaise with the Council's Housing Benefit Department/DWP regarding applications, overpayments, changes of circumstances or sanctions or benefit sanctions. Manage the rent accounts for customers across the service to ensure that current customer arrears and former customer arrears are kept to a minimum, including serving appropriate notices to customers where they consistently fail to make rent/service charge payment and their arrears are increasing. Keep void losses to a minimum by ensuring that swift action is taken to re-let void properties, including carrying out property inspections before and after the customer vacates the premises, ordering any repairs and replacement fixtures and fittings that are needed and arranging for the scheme cleaners to clean the property. Carry out sign-up procedures with new customers, ensuring that customers are given information on tenancy responsibilities and arrangements for reporting repairs. Support customers to proactively manage visitors to the premises and prevent antisocial or nuisance behaviour to other customers or neighbours. The candidate We would love to hear from people who have:- Good literacy and numeracy skills. Experience in delivering/supporting positive outcomes for clients through the delivery of effective resettlement and independence plans. Experience in providing housing management, housing related support, care and support, or housing advice in any of the following fields: housing management, supported housing, housing advice work, youth and community work or other work supporting homeless people. Ability to develop effective working relationships and rapport with clients and colleagues. Awareness and understanding of supported housing work, and the causes of homelessness. Ability to carry out robust support and housing management functions including liaising with landlords and contractors, and collection of rent and service charges where applicable. Confident with a positive, 'can do' attitude. To be considered for the role of Housing Management Officer, please apply today! Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
