Job Description Daytime Healthcare are recruiting on behalf of a national supported living provider for an experienced Service Manager based in Colchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Assistant Service Manager or Senior Support Worker ready to step into a management role. Client provides high-quality, person-centred care to individuals with Learning disabilities Mental health needs Physical disabilities Complex behaviours that challenge High-dependency and personal care needs. Key Responsibilities Supervise and develop a team of Support Workers Ensure care plans are person-centred and regularly reviewed Complete and monitor risk assessments (including DOLS) Maintain compliance with CQC regulations Attend care reviews and stakeholder meetings Support recruitment and staffing management Requirements NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (Level 5 desirable) Supported living experience essential Leadership or supervisory experience Strong compliance and safeguarding knowledge Full UK driving licence Apply today!
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Job Description Daytime Healthcare are recruiting on behalf of a national supported living provider for an experienced Service Manager based in Colchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Assistant Service Manager or Senior Support Worker ready to step into a management role. Client provides high-quality, person-centred care to individuals with Learning disabilities Mental health needs Physical disabilities Complex behaviours that challenge High-dependency and personal care needs. Key Responsibilities Supervise and develop a team of Support Workers Ensure care plans are person-centred and regularly reviewed Complete and monitor risk assessments (including DOLS) Maintain compliance with CQC regulations Attend care reviews and stakeholder meetings Support recruitment and staffing management Requirements NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (Level 5 desirable) Supported living experience essential Leadership or supervisory experience Strong compliance and safeguarding knowledge Full UK driving licence Apply today!
SEN Primary School Teacher Full-Time Permanent M1-U1 (Manchester Pay Scale) Inclusive and Supportive SEN Primary School - Manchester Are you a dedicated and compassionate teacher with experience in SEN settings, looking for a role where you can truly make a difference every day? A highly supportive SEN primary school in Manchester is seeking a committed and experienced SEN Primary Teacher to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis. Offering the M1-U1 pay scale , this is a rewarding opportunity to work in a nurturing and structured environment where every child's individual needs are understood, supported, and celebrated. About You We are looking for an SEN Primary Teacher who is: Experienced in a SEN school setting (essential) Passionate about supporting children with additional needs Patient, empathetic, and resilient, with a nurturing teaching style Skilled at adapting learning to meet a wide range of needs and abilities A strong collaborator, working effectively with support staff, therapists, and families Committed to inclusive education and improving pupil outcomes and wellbeing Essential requirements: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Minimum of 2 years' teaching experience Proven experience within a SEN school environment (essential) Strong understanding of differentiated teaching and behaviour support strategies Knowledge of EHCPs and personalised learning approaches Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children About the School This welcoming SEN primary school in Manchester provides a safe, structured, and highly supportive learning environment for pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional, and mental health needs. The school is well known for its strong pastoral care, individualised learning pathways, and dedicated staff team who work closely together to ensure every child can thrive. Core values include: Every child can achieve with the right support and approach A strong focus on wellbeing, communication, and emotional development Celebrating individuality and promoting true inclusion Creating a safe, consistent, and positive learning environment Leadership is experienced, supportive, and deeply committed to both pupil progress and staff wellbeing. Additional Benefits Competitive salary on the M1-U1 pay scale Permanent, full-time position Strong staff teamwork and collaborative culture Well-resourced classrooms and specialist facilities A genuinely supportive and inclusive school environment If you are an experienced SEN teacher looking to take the next step in a meaningful and rewarding setting, this Manchester school could be the perfect opportunity. Apply today to be considered for this rewarding role.
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
SEN Primary School Teacher Full-Time Permanent M1-U1 (Manchester Pay Scale) Inclusive and Supportive SEN Primary School - Manchester Are you a dedicated and compassionate teacher with experience in SEN settings, looking for a role where you can truly make a difference every day? A highly supportive SEN primary school in Manchester is seeking a committed and experienced SEN Primary Teacher to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis. Offering the M1-U1 pay scale , this is a rewarding opportunity to work in a nurturing and structured environment where every child's individual needs are understood, supported, and celebrated. About You We are looking for an SEN Primary Teacher who is: Experienced in a SEN school setting (essential) Passionate about supporting children with additional needs Patient, empathetic, and resilient, with a nurturing teaching style Skilled at adapting learning to meet a wide range of needs and abilities A strong collaborator, working effectively with support staff, therapists, and families Committed to inclusive education and improving pupil outcomes and wellbeing Essential requirements: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Minimum of 2 years' teaching experience Proven experience within a SEN school environment (essential) Strong understanding of differentiated teaching and behaviour support strategies Knowledge of EHCPs and personalised learning approaches Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children About the School This welcoming SEN primary school in Manchester provides a safe, structured, and highly supportive learning environment for pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional, and mental health needs. The school is well known for its strong pastoral care, individualised learning pathways, and dedicated staff team who work closely together to ensure every child can thrive. Core values include: Every child can achieve with the right support and approach A strong focus on wellbeing, communication, and emotional development Celebrating individuality and promoting true inclusion Creating a safe, consistent, and positive learning environment Leadership is experienced, supportive, and deeply committed to both pupil progress and staff wellbeing. Additional Benefits Competitive salary on the M1-U1 pay scale Permanent, full-time position Strong staff teamwork and collaborative culture Well-resourced classrooms and specialist facilities A genuinely supportive and inclusive school environment If you are an experienced SEN teacher looking to take the next step in a meaningful and rewarding setting, this Manchester school could be the perfect opportunity. Apply today to be considered for this rewarding role.
Headteacher (All Ages) Location: Various UK locations (national opportunities aligned with growth plans) Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Up to £85,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Shape the future of independent education Outcomes First Group is a leading provider of world-class education. We believe every child can flourish in an environment intentionally crafted for their success and wellbeing. Exceptional education starts by knowing every pupil well enough to tailor teaching to their individual strengths, abilities and aspirations. It's part of a culture of aspiration, where academic ambition is complemented by strong pastoral care and personalised support. Our pupils leave us with the confidence, resilience and curiosity to embrace the bright futures that await them. This is why we're looking for Headteachers like you. We are seeking values-driven leaders who believe, as we do, that great people create great schools. Headteachers who are committed to high standards, inclusive practice and the development of both pupils and staff, and who are motivated by the opportunity to grow alongside an organisation with a clear and ambitious future. About the Role As Headteacher You will be responsible for: Providing strategic and operational leadership that fosters a positive, high performing school culture Leading the ongoing development of your school, ensuring strong academic outcomes and a rich, inclusive pupil experience Championing excellence in teaching, learning and assessment across all ages and abilities Building, developing and motivating a cohesive staff team, aligned to clear values and high expectations Ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding, wellbeing and pastoral care Overseeing effective school operations, including financial sustainability and resource management Engaging confidently and professionally with parents, colleagues and the wider community Contributing to the wider growth and development of the organisation, including future opportunities and new provision This is an exciting opportunity for a proven leader who is motivated by both educational excellence and future-focused growth. Who We Are Looking For Essential Skills, Qualities and Experience Proven leadership experience as a Headteacher or senior school leader A strong track record of delivering high-quality educational outcomes Strategic thinker with the ability to lead, influence and manage change An inspirational and authentic leader with excellent communication skills Ability to build trusting relationships and lead high performing teams Sound understanding of school operations, compliance and safeguarding requirements Resilient, adaptable and forward thinking approach to leadership NPQH (completed or actively working towards) Experience or strong knowledge of ISI and/or Ofsted frameworks Desirable Skills and Experience Experience within the independent education sector Leadership experience during periods of growth, transformation or change Commercial awareness and understanding of school sustainability A commitment to innovation and continuous improvement Passion for developing people and nurturing future leaders Why Join Us? Be part of an ambitious and expanding organisation with an exciting future vision Work within a collaborative, supportive network of schools and senior leaders Access opportunities for career progression and leadership development Join a culture that values innovation, initiative and high standards Have the opportunity to shape and lead schools at a pivotal stage of growth How to Apply Please submit your application and supporting statement via our recruitment portal. We encourage early applications and may engage with strong candidates on a rolling basis. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, social media screening and robust safeguarding procedures.
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Headteacher (All Ages) Location: Various UK locations (national opportunities aligned with growth plans) Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Up to £85,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Shape the future of independent education Outcomes First Group is a leading provider of world-class education. We believe every child can flourish in an environment intentionally crafted for their success and wellbeing. Exceptional education starts by knowing every pupil well enough to tailor teaching to their individual strengths, abilities and aspirations. It's part of a culture of aspiration, where academic ambition is complemented by strong pastoral care and personalised support. Our pupils leave us with the confidence, resilience and curiosity to embrace the bright futures that await them. This is why we're looking for Headteachers like you. We are seeking values-driven leaders who believe, as we do, that great people create great schools. Headteachers who are committed to high standards, inclusive practice and the development of both pupils and staff, and who are motivated by the opportunity to grow alongside an organisation with a clear and ambitious future. About the Role As Headteacher You will be responsible for: Providing strategic and operational leadership that fosters a positive, high performing school culture Leading the ongoing development of your school, ensuring strong academic outcomes and a rich, inclusive pupil experience Championing excellence in teaching, learning and assessment across all ages and abilities Building, developing and motivating a cohesive staff team, aligned to clear values and high expectations Ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding, wellbeing and pastoral care Overseeing effective school operations, including financial sustainability and resource management Engaging confidently and professionally with parents, colleagues and the wider community Contributing to the wider growth and development of the organisation, including future opportunities and new provision This is an exciting opportunity for a proven leader who is motivated by both educational excellence and future-focused growth. Who We Are Looking For Essential Skills, Qualities and Experience Proven leadership experience as a Headteacher or senior school leader A strong track record of delivering high-quality educational outcomes Strategic thinker with the ability to lead, influence and manage change An inspirational and authentic leader with excellent communication skills Ability to build trusting relationships and lead high performing teams Sound understanding of school operations, compliance and safeguarding requirements Resilient, adaptable and forward thinking approach to leadership NPQH (completed or actively working towards) Experience or strong knowledge of ISI and/or Ofsted frameworks Desirable Skills and Experience Experience within the independent education sector Leadership experience during periods of growth, transformation or change Commercial awareness and understanding of school sustainability A commitment to innovation and continuous improvement Passion for developing people and nurturing future leaders Why Join Us? Be part of an ambitious and expanding organisation with an exciting future vision Work within a collaborative, supportive network of schools and senior leaders Access opportunities for career progression and leadership development Join a culture that values innovation, initiative and high standards Have the opportunity to shape and lead schools at a pivotal stage of growth How to Apply Please submit your application and supporting statement via our recruitment portal. We encourage early applications and may engage with strong candidates on a rolling basis. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, social media screening and robust safeguarding procedures.
The Cambian Group are a leading provider of residential care for children and young people. We are dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive and develop their full potential. Our residential services are designed to meet the needs of young people who require additional support due to complex emotional, behavioural, or social challenges. We are looking for passionate, committed individuals to join our team as Residential Support Workers. Role Overview: As a Residential Support Worker in our Children's Services, you will play a pivotal role in helping children and young people lead fulfilling, positive lives. You will be responsible for providing high-quality care, support, and guidance, ensuring the well-being and safety of the children and young people in our care. You will work closely with a team of professionals to create and implement individualised care plans that support their development, emotional needs, and educational goals. Key Responsibilities: Support children and young people with daily living activities, including personal care, education, and recreational activities. Encourage and promote positive behaviour, offering emotional and practical support to build self-esteem and confidence. Develop and maintain trusting, professional relationships with children and young people, providing consistency and stability. Implement care plans and ensure children's needs are being met in line with their individual requirements. Safeguard and protect children, ensuring that any concerns are reported promptly and in accordance with safeguarding procedures. Support children in developing life skills, such as communication, socialisation, and independence. Provide a safe, welcoming, and structured environment that encourages growth and development. Assist with the preparation and participation in regular reviews, contributing to the child's individual progress and goals. Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with regulatory and organisational standards. Person Specification: A genuine passion for working with children and young people, with a commitment to providing the highest standard of care. Previous experience in residential care, children's services, or a similar field is desirable, but not essential. An understanding of child development and the ability to support children with emotional, behavioural, and social challenges. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently. A flexible approach to working hours, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-in shifts. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Driving Licence Essential 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. Benefits: Ongoing professional development and training Supportive working environment Opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of children and young people If you are dedicated to supporting vulnerable children and young people in their journey towards a brighter future, we would love to hear from you. Cambian is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
The Cambian Group are a leading provider of residential care for children and young people. We are dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive and develop their full potential. Our residential services are designed to meet the needs of young people who require additional support due to complex emotional, behavioural, or social challenges. We are looking for passionate, committed individuals to join our team as Residential Support Workers. Role Overview: As a Residential Support Worker in our Children's Services, you will play a pivotal role in helping children and young people lead fulfilling, positive lives. You will be responsible for providing high-quality care, support, and guidance, ensuring the well-being and safety of the children and young people in our care. You will work closely with a team of professionals to create and implement individualised care plans that support their development, emotional needs, and educational goals. Key Responsibilities: Support children and young people with daily living activities, including personal care, education, and recreational activities. Encourage and promote positive behaviour, offering emotional and practical support to build self-esteem and confidence. Develop and maintain trusting, professional relationships with children and young people, providing consistency and stability. Implement care plans and ensure children's needs are being met in line with their individual requirements. Safeguard and protect children, ensuring that any concerns are reported promptly and in accordance with safeguarding procedures. Support children in developing life skills, such as communication, socialisation, and independence. Provide a safe, welcoming, and structured environment that encourages growth and development. Assist with the preparation and participation in regular reviews, contributing to the child's individual progress and goals. Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with regulatory and organisational standards. Person Specification: A genuine passion for working with children and young people, with a commitment to providing the highest standard of care. Previous experience in residential care, children's services, or a similar field is desirable, but not essential. An understanding of child development and the ability to support children with emotional, behavioural, and social challenges. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently. A flexible approach to working hours, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-in shifts. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Driving Licence Essential 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. Benefits: Ongoing professional development and training Supportive working environment Opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of children and young people If you are dedicated to supporting vulnerable children and young people in their journey towards a brighter future, we would love to hear from you. Cambian is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Senior Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. About our Nursery This purpose-built nursery is designed on a single level, ensuring easy access for all children. Each age group has its own dedicated garden space, providing a safe and engaging outdoor environment. The nursery has received a good Ofsted rating, reflecting its quality of care and education. However, the nearest bus stop is approximately a 12-15 minute walk away. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: What to Expect as a Senior Nursery Room Leader: Ensure that educational strategies and practices are consistent across multiple rooms. Lead the planning and delivery of activities, adapting the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of the children. Mentor and develop Room Leaders, promoting a collaborative and high-performing team. Oversee the wellbeing and safeguarding of children, making necessary adaptations to support children with additional needs. Foster strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child's development. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and safeguarding protocols across the centre. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory or leadership experience ideally as a Senior Nursery Room Leader, Senior Nursery Room Manager or Senior Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Ability to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for both children and team members. Take the next step in your leadership career at Busy Bees-apply today!
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Senior Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. About our Nursery This purpose-built nursery is designed on a single level, ensuring easy access for all children. Each age group has its own dedicated garden space, providing a safe and engaging outdoor environment. The nursery has received a good Ofsted rating, reflecting its quality of care and education. However, the nearest bus stop is approximately a 12-15 minute walk away. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: What to Expect as a Senior Nursery Room Leader: Ensure that educational strategies and practices are consistent across multiple rooms. Lead the planning and delivery of activities, adapting the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of the children. Mentor and develop Room Leaders, promoting a collaborative and high-performing team. Oversee the wellbeing and safeguarding of children, making necessary adaptations to support children with additional needs. Foster strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child's development. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and safeguarding protocols across the centre. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory or leadership experience ideally as a Senior Nursery Room Leader, Senior Nursery Room Manager or Senior Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Ability to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for both children and team members. Take the next step in your leadership career at Busy Bees-apply today!
Young People Support Worker If you are the successful candidate, you will be joining a very tight-knit & supportive team that works tirelessly to ensure some of the most vulnerable individuals in the borough are well-cared for. Location: Islington Salary: £29,336 per annum Closing Date: 10 May, 2026 Employment Type: Permanent Hours per week: 37.5 About the Role Make a meaningful impact every weekend by supporting young people to build the confidence, skills and resilience they need for independent living. In this 8 placement supported accommodation service, you ll deliver focused, strengths based support, complete SMART outcome driven plans, and lead risk and needs assessments helping clients progress with purpose while maintaining a safe and positive environment. As Young People Support Worker at our service in Islington, you ll run one to one and group sessions, support new residents to settle in, and work collaboratively with statutory partners to provide joined up, personalised support. With creativity, empathy and strong safeguarding awareness, you ll motivate clients to engage in education, training, employment and community activities, all under Depaul s assets based, psychologically informed approach. Please note that this job opportunity is offered as a full-time (37.5 hours a week), permanent role. In this role, you will: Deliver strengths based, outcome focused support that builds young people s skills, confidence and independence. Complete risk/needs assessments and create concise SMART support plans. Run focused 1:1 and group sessions that boost resilience and engagement in EET/volunteering. Maintain a safe, positive accommodation environment with strong safeguarding practice. Support move ins, tenancy sustainment and day to day wellbeing in the service. Work collaboratively with statutory partners and contribute to rota, H&S and team duties. About You You believe in people their strengths, their rights and their potential. You bring empathy, energy and a solution focused mindset to your work. You communicate clearly, stay organised and adapt well in a fast moving environment. You re committed to inclusion, fairness and continuous learning, and you turn values into meaningful action, whatever your role. 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 across London. Thousands of young people were sleeping rough every night, with many areas notoriously dubbed cardboard cities due to the visible rise in street homelessness. Appalled by the scenes playing out across the capital, a group of people came together to tackle the challenge head on. Led by Cardinal Basil Hume and Mark McGreevy OBE, in 1989 the charity was born. What began as a single housing project in North London soon expanded across London, Greater Manchester and the North East of England. Today, the charity provides accommodation, prevention and support services to thousands of marginalised young people across the UK each year. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Young People Support Worker If you are the successful candidate, you will be joining a very tight-knit & supportive team that works tirelessly to ensure some of the most vulnerable individuals in the borough are well-cared for. Location: Islington Salary: £29,336 per annum Closing Date: 10 May, 2026 Employment Type: Permanent Hours per week: 37.5 About the Role Make a meaningful impact every weekend by supporting young people to build the confidence, skills and resilience they need for independent living. In this 8 placement supported accommodation service, you ll deliver focused, strengths based support, complete SMART outcome driven plans, and lead risk and needs assessments helping clients progress with purpose while maintaining a safe and positive environment. As Young People Support Worker at our service in Islington, you ll run one to one and group sessions, support new residents to settle in, and work collaboratively with statutory partners to provide joined up, personalised support. With creativity, empathy and strong safeguarding awareness, you ll motivate clients to engage in education, training, employment and community activities, all under Depaul s assets based, psychologically informed approach. Please note that this job opportunity is offered as a full-time (37.5 hours a week), permanent role. In this role, you will: Deliver strengths based, outcome focused support that builds young people s skills, confidence and independence. Complete risk/needs assessments and create concise SMART support plans. Run focused 1:1 and group sessions that boost resilience and engagement in EET/volunteering. Maintain a safe, positive accommodation environment with strong safeguarding practice. Support move ins, tenancy sustainment and day to day wellbeing in the service. Work collaboratively with statutory partners and contribute to rota, H&S and team duties. About You You believe in people their strengths, their rights and their potential. You bring empathy, energy and a solution focused mindset to your work. You communicate clearly, stay organised and adapt well in a fast moving environment. You re committed to inclusion, fairness and continuous learning, and you turn values into meaningful action, whatever your role. 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 across London. Thousands of young people were sleeping rough every night, with many areas notoriously dubbed cardboard cities due to the visible rise in street homelessness. Appalled by the scenes playing out across the capital, a group of people came together to tackle the challenge head on. Led by Cardinal Basil Hume and Mark McGreevy OBE, in 1989 the charity was born. What began as a single housing project in North London soon expanded across London, Greater Manchester and the North East of England. Today, the charity provides accommodation, prevention and support services to thousands of marginalised young people across the UK each year. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
Join a Rewarding Career in SEND Education - Become a Learning Support Assistant!Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEND)?We are on the lookout for compassionate and motivated Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to join our client specialist educational settings.If you're ready for a career that's both rewarding and challenging, we'd love to hear from you!Why Choose This Role?- Impact Lives Every Day: Help children with Autism, Learning Disabilities, Physical Disabilities, and more.- Be Part of a Supportive Team: Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and fellow support staff to create a nurturing, inclusive environment.- Develop Your Skills: Access specialist training, ongoing professional development, and career growth opportunities.- Make a Real Difference: Your support will be vital in helping students thrive both academically and socially.Your Role as a Learning Support Assistant:- Provide Tailored Support to students with diverse SEND, helping them thrive in the classroom.- Boost Confidence by supporting students' emotional, social, and personal development.- Implement behavioural strategies to encourage positive learning outcomes.- Collaborate with teachers to deliver Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and track student progress.- Help students with personal care needs with dignity and respect.- Ensure a safe, supportive environment where students feel valued and confident to learn.What We're Looking For:- We're looking for passionate, empathetic individuals who want to make a positive difference. If you have the following qualities, you might be the perfect fit:- Experience in SEND education or a similar role (preferred but not essential).- A Level 2 or 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Health and Social Care, or related fields (desirable).- A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.- Excellent communication skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure.- A genuine desire to help students grow and achieve their best.What Aspire People can offer you:- £100 bonus after you have worked 10 days- Holiday pay- Flexible work in SEN schools local to where you live- Long-term and permanent SEN opportunities- A dedicated consultant to support you with placements, CV advice and interview preparation- Industry-leading pay rates- Access to free online SEN-focused CPD training- Refer a friend scheme - earn £250 for referring a qualified teacherIf you're eager to inspire, support, and help children with SEND achieve their full potential, this is your chance to join a team that values your impact.Apply Now and start your journey in a rewarding career where you truly make a difference every day!Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
Apr 25, 2026
Seasonal
Join a Rewarding Career in SEND Education - Become a Learning Support Assistant!Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEND)?We are on the lookout for compassionate and motivated Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to join our client specialist educational settings.If you're ready for a career that's both rewarding and challenging, we'd love to hear from you!Why Choose This Role?- Impact Lives Every Day: Help children with Autism, Learning Disabilities, Physical Disabilities, and more.- Be Part of a Supportive Team: Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and fellow support staff to create a nurturing, inclusive environment.- Develop Your Skills: Access specialist training, ongoing professional development, and career growth opportunities.- Make a Real Difference: Your support will be vital in helping students thrive both academically and socially.Your Role as a Learning Support Assistant:- Provide Tailored Support to students with diverse SEND, helping them thrive in the classroom.- Boost Confidence by supporting students' emotional, social, and personal development.- Implement behavioural strategies to encourage positive learning outcomes.- Collaborate with teachers to deliver Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and track student progress.- Help students with personal care needs with dignity and respect.- Ensure a safe, supportive environment where students feel valued and confident to learn.What We're Looking For:- We're looking for passionate, empathetic individuals who want to make a positive difference. If you have the following qualities, you might be the perfect fit:- Experience in SEND education or a similar role (preferred but not essential).- A Level 2 or 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Health and Social Care, or related fields (desirable).- A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.- Excellent communication skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure.- A genuine desire to help students grow and achieve their best.What Aspire People can offer you:- £100 bonus after you have worked 10 days- Holiday pay- Flexible work in SEN schools local to where you live- Long-term and permanent SEN opportunities- A dedicated consultant to support you with placements, CV advice and interview preparation- Industry-leading pay rates- Access to free online SEN-focused CPD training- Refer a friend scheme - earn £250 for referring a qualified teacherIf you're eager to inspire, support, and help children with SEND achieve their full potential, this is your chance to join a team that values your impact.Apply Now and start your journey in a rewarding career where you truly make a difference every day!Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
£30,849 - £33,896 assuming good attendance Hours: Waking nights (4 on / 4 off) Those huge small victories Working in our Children's Homes means being a part of a young person's day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our night support workers are a part of enabling our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults - an incredibly rewarding role to have. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory! Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. Our night support workers are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Please note this role will involve working in multiple homes within one site Get out what you put in You'll take care of the home and our young people through the night. There will be times when a young person wakes up in the middle of the night dealing with severe trauma, feeling ill, upset or just unable to sleep -having someone there that understands them and provide support in that moment can make a huge difference. Building a rapport and becoming someone our young people can trust in their time of need is what we are looking for. In quieter times we will need you to take care of tasks around the home such as paper work, cleaning and laundry. Working here is never dull, and the work really matters. It's about tapping into each young person's needs, personality and potential - and guiding them toward a positive future. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Salary: Base salary of £29,449 - £32,496 Bonuses: £1,400 Attendance Allowance - assuming good attendance Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with 7 weeks' holiday Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our team leaders and managers have been promoted from within our group - plus you could join our 'Aspire' future managers programme Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our homes here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone's differences as that's what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You don't need experience, but there are a few things we'll be looking for from you: A 'can do' attitude - a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others We genuinely care about our young people (and each other) so honesty and empathy is a must The resilience to be able to deal with challenging situations A full UK driving licence which you've held for at least 12 months If you don't have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), we'll pay for you to study and support you every step of the way You'll start life as a NSO by joining our 'Care Academy' - 4 weeks of off the job training with experienced WG professionals to help you feel confident and ready to support our young people. Join the UK's best special education and care provider At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we're better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . Children's Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
£30,849 - £33,896 assuming good attendance Hours: Waking nights (4 on / 4 off) Those huge small victories Working in our Children's Homes means being a part of a young person's day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our night support workers are a part of enabling our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults - an incredibly rewarding role to have. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory! Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. Our night support workers are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Please note this role will involve working in multiple homes within one site Get out what you put in You'll take care of the home and our young people through the night. There will be times when a young person wakes up in the middle of the night dealing with severe trauma, feeling ill, upset or just unable to sleep -having someone there that understands them and provide support in that moment can make a huge difference. Building a rapport and becoming someone our young people can trust in their time of need is what we are looking for. In quieter times we will need you to take care of tasks around the home such as paper work, cleaning and laundry. Working here is never dull, and the work really matters. It's about tapping into each young person's needs, personality and potential - and guiding them toward a positive future. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Salary: Base salary of £29,449 - £32,496 Bonuses: £1,400 Attendance Allowance - assuming good attendance Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with 7 weeks' holiday Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our team leaders and managers have been promoted from within our group - plus you could join our 'Aspire' future managers programme Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our homes here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone's differences as that's what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You don't need experience, but there are a few things we'll be looking for from you: A 'can do' attitude - a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others We genuinely care about our young people (and each other) so honesty and empathy is a must The resilience to be able to deal with challenging situations A full UK driving licence which you've held for at least 12 months If you don't have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), we'll pay for you to study and support you every step of the way You'll start life as a NSO by joining our 'Care Academy' - 4 weeks of off the job training with experienced WG professionals to help you feel confident and ready to support our young people. Join the UK's best special education and care provider At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we're better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . Children's Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH
About The Role Role: Personal Assistant (PA) Location : Barnet, London - a five minute walk from High Barnet tube station Start Date: September 2026 Salary: Outer London Support Band 6, which ranges from point 8, £30,713 pa to point 19 £36,041 pa Contract: Full time, term time only Opportunity for an exceptional candidate to support the Principal and play a pivotal role in the smooth running of the school. Ark Pioneer, a non-selective secondary school, delivers a standard of education matching the very best schools in the country. Our vision is that every pupil leaves Ark Pioneer with real options, whether embarking on the university course of their choice, apprenticeship or employment that leads them to their chosen career. What's special about this role? This role is ideal for a highly organised, proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is excited about supporting senior leadership at the highest level. As Principal's PA, you will play a central role in ensuring the effectiveness of the Principal's work, managing complex schedules, coordinating key projects, and supporting the strategic priorities of the school. You will be at the heart of the organisation, helping to drive efficiency and excellence across all areas. Who are we looking for? Across school life, we embed high aspirations and a growth mindset in all of our pupils. We believe that every single child who joins us has the potential to be knowledgeable, articulate and successful, and it's important this resonates with all candidates. The successful candidate will be highly professional, discreet, and an excellent communicator, with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities. You will be confident working with senior stakeholders and capable of handling sensitive information with integrity and care. Why will you love our school? There are lots of reasons! We're lucky to be based in a brand-new building with top class facilities. We serve a wonderfully diverse community - we are non-denominational, mixed gender and two fifths of our pupils receive pupil premium funding. We're led by our values - Aim High, Have Integrity, Be Kind and Model Determination and our team truly unite behind our vision. Curriculum is incredibly important to us and we've planned backwards from university readiness to give our pupils the very best in every subject discipline. Our team say: 'All staff are incredibly supportive and positive and it is a great environment to work in'. Read more about our school here What are the benefits of working with Ark? We are lucky to be part of the Ark network of schools. Ark offers bespoke professional development to all team members. Joining our network opens a breadth of opportunities - many of our team have taken on leadership roles progressing from one of our sister schools. Ark employees have benefits including everything from shopping discounts to a supportive and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme. In short, you won't find a better network of schools to join! Read more about Ark here Would you like to find out more? If you'd like to speak to our HR and Office Manager, Chloe Conces about this role please email her - Safeguarding Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark's safer recruitment process, click here.
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
About The Role Role: Personal Assistant (PA) Location : Barnet, London - a five minute walk from High Barnet tube station Start Date: September 2026 Salary: Outer London Support Band 6, which ranges from point 8, £30,713 pa to point 19 £36,041 pa Contract: Full time, term time only Opportunity for an exceptional candidate to support the Principal and play a pivotal role in the smooth running of the school. Ark Pioneer, a non-selective secondary school, delivers a standard of education matching the very best schools in the country. Our vision is that every pupil leaves Ark Pioneer with real options, whether embarking on the university course of their choice, apprenticeship or employment that leads them to their chosen career. What's special about this role? This role is ideal for a highly organised, proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is excited about supporting senior leadership at the highest level. As Principal's PA, you will play a central role in ensuring the effectiveness of the Principal's work, managing complex schedules, coordinating key projects, and supporting the strategic priorities of the school. You will be at the heart of the organisation, helping to drive efficiency and excellence across all areas. Who are we looking for? Across school life, we embed high aspirations and a growth mindset in all of our pupils. We believe that every single child who joins us has the potential to be knowledgeable, articulate and successful, and it's important this resonates with all candidates. The successful candidate will be highly professional, discreet, and an excellent communicator, with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities. You will be confident working with senior stakeholders and capable of handling sensitive information with integrity and care. Why will you love our school? There are lots of reasons! We're lucky to be based in a brand-new building with top class facilities. We serve a wonderfully diverse community - we are non-denominational, mixed gender and two fifths of our pupils receive pupil premium funding. We're led by our values - Aim High, Have Integrity, Be Kind and Model Determination and our team truly unite behind our vision. Curriculum is incredibly important to us and we've planned backwards from university readiness to give our pupils the very best in every subject discipline. Our team say: 'All staff are incredibly supportive and positive and it is a great environment to work in'. Read more about our school here What are the benefits of working with Ark? We are lucky to be part of the Ark network of schools. Ark offers bespoke professional development to all team members. Joining our network opens a breadth of opportunities - many of our team have taken on leadership roles progressing from one of our sister schools. Ark employees have benefits including everything from shopping discounts to a supportive and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme. In short, you won't find a better network of schools to join! Read more about Ark here Would you like to find out more? If you'd like to speak to our HR and Office Manager, Chloe Conces about this role please email her - Safeguarding Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark's safer recruitment process, click here.
Headteacher (All Ages) Location: Various UK locations (national opportunities aligned with growth plans) Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Up to £85,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Shape the future of independent education Outcomes First Group is a leading provider of world-class education. We believe every child can flourish in an environment intentionally crafted for their success and wellbeing. Exceptional education starts by knowing every pupil well enough to tailor teaching to their individual strengths, abilities and aspirations. It's part of a culture of aspiration, where academic ambition is complemented by strong pastoral care and personalised support. Our pupils leave us with the confidence, resilience and curiosity to embrace the bright futures that await them. This is why we're looking for Headteachers like you. We are seeking values-driven leaders who believe, as we do, that great people create great schools. Headteachers who are committed to high standards, inclusive practice and the development of both pupils and staff, and who are motivated by the opportunity to grow alongside an organisation with a clear and ambitious future. About the Role As Headteacher You will be responsible for: Providing strategic and operational leadership that fosters a positive, high performing school culture Leading the ongoing development of your school, ensuring strong academic outcomes and a rich, inclusive pupil experience Championing excellence in teaching, learning and assessment across all ages and abilities Building, developing and motivating a cohesive staff team, aligned to clear values and high expectations Ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding, wellbeing and pastoral care Overseeing effective school operations, including financial sustainability and resource management Engaging confidently and professionally with parents, colleagues and the wider community Contributing to the wider growth and development of the organisation, including future opportunities and new provision This is an exciting opportunity for a proven leader who is motivated by both educational excellence and future-focused growth. Who We Are Looking For Essential Skills, Qualities and Experience Proven leadership experience as a Headteacher or senior school leader A strong track record of delivering high-quality educational outcomes Strategic thinker with the ability to lead, influence and manage change An inspirational and authentic leader with excellent communication skills Ability to build trusting relationships and lead high performing teams Sound understanding of school operations, compliance and safeguarding requirements Resilient, adaptable and forward thinking approach to leadership NPQH (completed or actively working towards) Experience or strong knowledge of ISI and/or Ofsted frameworks Desirable Skills and Experience Experience within the independent education sector Leadership experience during periods of growth, transformation or change Commercial awareness and understanding of school sustainability A commitment to innovation and continuous improvement Passion for developing people and nurturing future leaders Why Join Us? Be part of an ambitious and expanding organisation with an exciting future vision Work within a collaborative, supportive network of schools and senior leaders Access opportunities for career progression and leadership development Join a culture that values innovation, initiative and high standards Have the opportunity to shape and lead schools at a pivotal stage of growth How to Apply Please submit your application and supporting statement via our recruitment portal. We encourage early applications and may engage with strong candidates on a rolling basis. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, social media screening and robust safeguarding procedures.
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Headteacher (All Ages) Location: Various UK locations (national opportunities aligned with growth plans) Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Up to £85,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Shape the future of independent education Outcomes First Group is a leading provider of world-class education. We believe every child can flourish in an environment intentionally crafted for their success and wellbeing. Exceptional education starts by knowing every pupil well enough to tailor teaching to their individual strengths, abilities and aspirations. It's part of a culture of aspiration, where academic ambition is complemented by strong pastoral care and personalised support. Our pupils leave us with the confidence, resilience and curiosity to embrace the bright futures that await them. This is why we're looking for Headteachers like you. We are seeking values-driven leaders who believe, as we do, that great people create great schools. Headteachers who are committed to high standards, inclusive practice and the development of both pupils and staff, and who are motivated by the opportunity to grow alongside an organisation with a clear and ambitious future. About the Role As Headteacher You will be responsible for: Providing strategic and operational leadership that fosters a positive, high performing school culture Leading the ongoing development of your school, ensuring strong academic outcomes and a rich, inclusive pupil experience Championing excellence in teaching, learning and assessment across all ages and abilities Building, developing and motivating a cohesive staff team, aligned to clear values and high expectations Ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding, wellbeing and pastoral care Overseeing effective school operations, including financial sustainability and resource management Engaging confidently and professionally with parents, colleagues and the wider community Contributing to the wider growth and development of the organisation, including future opportunities and new provision This is an exciting opportunity for a proven leader who is motivated by both educational excellence and future-focused growth. Who We Are Looking For Essential Skills, Qualities and Experience Proven leadership experience as a Headteacher or senior school leader A strong track record of delivering high-quality educational outcomes Strategic thinker with the ability to lead, influence and manage change An inspirational and authentic leader with excellent communication skills Ability to build trusting relationships and lead high performing teams Sound understanding of school operations, compliance and safeguarding requirements Resilient, adaptable and forward thinking approach to leadership NPQH (completed or actively working towards) Experience or strong knowledge of ISI and/or Ofsted frameworks Desirable Skills and Experience Experience within the independent education sector Leadership experience during periods of growth, transformation or change Commercial awareness and understanding of school sustainability A commitment to innovation and continuous improvement Passion for developing people and nurturing future leaders Why Join Us? Be part of an ambitious and expanding organisation with an exciting future vision Work within a collaborative, supportive network of schools and senior leaders Access opportunities for career progression and leadership development Join a culture that values innovation, initiative and high standards Have the opportunity to shape and lead schools at a pivotal stage of growth How to Apply Please submit your application and supporting statement via our recruitment portal. We encourage early applications and may engage with strong candidates on a rolling basis. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, social media screening and robust safeguarding procedures.
We're recruiting an experienced Catering Supervisor who is passionate about exceptional food and world-class customer service, and who can confidently oversee all Compass Group UK&I catering and service operations for Chartwells on a part time basis, contracted to 25 hours per week. As a Catering Supervisor, you will be responsible for ensuring our kitchens and service counters run smoothly and helping to deliver truly incredible food experiences. In return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your catering career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Other Please note: This role is contracted to 43.8 weeks per year Could you shine as Chartwells's next Catering Supervisor? Here's what you need to know before applying: Your key responsibilities will include: Preparing delicious food to the highest standards Supervising our culinary and catering teams to ensure we continue to deliver impeccable food and customer service Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image Liaising between customers and our culinary and service teams to ensure we continue to exceed expectations Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role Implementing and reviewing Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams. Our ideal Catering Supervisor will: Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service Have a minimum of two years of catering experience Have experience managing teams in a similar role Hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate Have excellent communication and organisational skills Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children. Job Reference: com BU Schools Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
We're recruiting an experienced Catering Supervisor who is passionate about exceptional food and world-class customer service, and who can confidently oversee all Compass Group UK&I catering and service operations for Chartwells on a part time basis, contracted to 25 hours per week. As a Catering Supervisor, you will be responsible for ensuring our kitchens and service counters run smoothly and helping to deliver truly incredible food experiences. In return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your catering career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Other Please note: This role is contracted to 43.8 weeks per year Could you shine as Chartwells's next Catering Supervisor? Here's what you need to know before applying: Your key responsibilities will include: Preparing delicious food to the highest standards Supervising our culinary and catering teams to ensure we continue to deliver impeccable food and customer service Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image Liaising between customers and our culinary and service teams to ensure we continue to exceed expectations Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role Implementing and reviewing Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams. Our ideal Catering Supervisor will: Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service Have a minimum of two years of catering experience Have experience managing teams in a similar role Hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate Have excellent communication and organisational skills Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children. Job Reference: com BU Schools Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!
Support Worker- Polish & English Speaking 40 Hours per week Hourly rate: £14.00 - £14.70 DOE Are you looking to make a real difference to the lives of others? Brook View School are expanding and set to open a new home. All we need now is you! We are looking for a Support Worker who is fluent in Polish and English Language, with a range of experience to come and make this house a home ready for the Children and Young People to move into. Experience in the care sector is not essential for this role as we offer a fully comprehensive bespoke training and induction package to support the right candidate. A rare chance to be part of setting up a new home, creating the ethos and culture to the highest standards under the brand-new leadership we have in place at Brook View School. As a key part of the dedicated teams, you'll have a vital role in helping children and young people learn and develop skills for life. You don't need any special qualifications for this role, but you do need to share our passion to help children be the very best they can be. In return, our new and improved training programmes will help you develop your professional skills and recognised qualifications (fully funded). And you'll also learn from some of the most dedicated and inspirational people in our profession and, just like our residents, you will be learning all the time through our on-going mentoring and support. About Brook View School: At Brook View, we recognise that work life balance is important. Our full-time staff work 40 hours a week on a rota basis, covering a mixture of early and late shifts (with Sleep Ins). Cambian Brook View School offers Education, Care and Clinical support for children and young people aged 8 to 18 years, who come to us on a full time, residential basis from across the country, with a range of Autistic Spectrum and associated complex needs. Set in over 20 acres of beautiful countryside with the potential for forest dens and classrooms, gardens, stables, tracks and trails, our teams will have the chance to build an amazing landscape for nurturing and developing the creativity and imagination of our children and young people. Benefits: Dedicated and skilled Principal and Registered Manager who provides excellent leadership across the school and home.Level 3 - Level 5 diplomas fully funded.Management development programs - if you wish to sustain a long term and progressive career with an organisation that has an international presence like no other provider in this field.On shift meals provided.Cambian has its own management development program that has a proven success rate.Employer Pension Scheme and generous 6 weeks annual leave.Free parking.High street discount scheme.Earning potential - overtime and extra sleep ins available.RAF Scheme. Essential: Polish and English Language. Full UK driving license. About the Cambian Group We are one of the largest providers of specialist education and behavioural health services for children in the UK. Although our work embraces many specialist disciplines, we all have the same purpose: To enable all people in our care to achieve their personal best. Requirements for DBS and reference checking will be undertaken in line with government regulations and safer recruitment best practice. The Cambian Group are an equal opportunities employer. 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. Although The Cambian Group are a sponsored employer we are currently unable to offer sponsorship at this time.
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Support Worker- Polish & English Speaking 40 Hours per week Hourly rate: £14.00 - £14.70 DOE Are you looking to make a real difference to the lives of others? Brook View School are expanding and set to open a new home. All we need now is you! We are looking for a Support Worker who is fluent in Polish and English Language, with a range of experience to come and make this house a home ready for the Children and Young People to move into. Experience in the care sector is not essential for this role as we offer a fully comprehensive bespoke training and induction package to support the right candidate. A rare chance to be part of setting up a new home, creating the ethos and culture to the highest standards under the brand-new leadership we have in place at Brook View School. As a key part of the dedicated teams, you'll have a vital role in helping children and young people learn and develop skills for life. You don't need any special qualifications for this role, but you do need to share our passion to help children be the very best they can be. In return, our new and improved training programmes will help you develop your professional skills and recognised qualifications (fully funded). And you'll also learn from some of the most dedicated and inspirational people in our profession and, just like our residents, you will be learning all the time through our on-going mentoring and support. About Brook View School: At Brook View, we recognise that work life balance is important. Our full-time staff work 40 hours a week on a rota basis, covering a mixture of early and late shifts (with Sleep Ins). Cambian Brook View School offers Education, Care and Clinical support for children and young people aged 8 to 18 years, who come to us on a full time, residential basis from across the country, with a range of Autistic Spectrum and associated complex needs. Set in over 20 acres of beautiful countryside with the potential for forest dens and classrooms, gardens, stables, tracks and trails, our teams will have the chance to build an amazing landscape for nurturing and developing the creativity and imagination of our children and young people. Benefits: Dedicated and skilled Principal and Registered Manager who provides excellent leadership across the school and home.Level 3 - Level 5 diplomas fully funded.Management development programs - if you wish to sustain a long term and progressive career with an organisation that has an international presence like no other provider in this field.On shift meals provided.Cambian has its own management development program that has a proven success rate.Employer Pension Scheme and generous 6 weeks annual leave.Free parking.High street discount scheme.Earning potential - overtime and extra sleep ins available.RAF Scheme. Essential: Polish and English Language. Full UK driving license. About the Cambian Group We are one of the largest providers of specialist education and behavioural health services for children in the UK. Although our work embraces many specialist disciplines, we all have the same purpose: To enable all people in our care to achieve their personal best. Requirements for DBS and reference checking will be undertaken in line with government regulations and safer recruitment best practice. The Cambian Group are an equal opportunities employer. 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. Although The Cambian Group are a sponsored employer we are currently unable to offer sponsorship at this time.
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Senior Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: What to Expect as a Senior Nursery Room Leader: Ensure that educational strategies and practices are consistent across multiple rooms. Lead the planning and delivery of activities, adapting the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of the children. Mentor and develop Room Leaders, promoting a collaborative and high-performing team. Oversee the wellbeing and safeguarding of children, making necessary adaptations to support children with additional needs. Foster strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child's development. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and safeguarding protocols across the centre. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory or leadership experience ideally as a Senior Nursery Room Leader, Senior Nursery Room Manager or Senior Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Ability to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for both children and team members. Take the next step in your leadership career at Busy Bees-apply today!
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Senior Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: What to Expect as a Senior Nursery Room Leader: Ensure that educational strategies and practices are consistent across multiple rooms. Lead the planning and delivery of activities, adapting the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of the children. Mentor and develop Room Leaders, promoting a collaborative and high-performing team. Oversee the wellbeing and safeguarding of children, making necessary adaptations to support children with additional needs. Foster strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child's development. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and safeguarding protocols across the centre. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory or leadership experience ideally as a Senior Nursery Room Leader, Senior Nursery Room Manager or Senior Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Ability to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for both children and team members. Take the next step in your leadership career at Busy Bees-apply today!
Forensic Psychologist When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Practitioner Psychologist with Forensic Background Job Title: Forensic Psychologist Location: Elephant and Castle based within a residential setting, with regular travel to other services as required and our central office. Some work from home may be possible (to be discussed at interview). Please note that unfortunately, this service does not have step free access. Salary: £60,000 NHS Equivalent Band: 8B Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 09:00 - 17:00 About the Role A stimulating and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a Practitioner Psychologist with a Forensic background. You will work alongside the Group Psychological Lead and other members of the team within our Independent Approved Premises (IAP) to deliver psychological services to residents and staff. In this role, you will apply your skills and knowledge in building new teams and expand our operational delivery within our IAP. You will play a strategic role in our organisational growth with new services, with a focus on shaping service delivery; offering specialist advice, supervising assistant psychologists and postgraduate research. Our IAP's support people who have left prison and are based within a residential setting to reintegrate into the community. They are given support and guidance to aid their reablement, resettlement and rehabilitation post prison. You will contribute towards them achieving goals necessary for their personal development and move on within the community. Key Responsibilities include: Providing high quality psychological services, contributing to the delivery of Approved Premises aims as specified by the Ministry of Justice. Ensuring all services are delivered in accordance with HCPC standards of conduct, performance and ethics. Demonstrating clinical leadership by setting direction for the psychological service and driving high standards for quality, safety and ongoing improvement. Exercising clinical responsibility for residents psychological care, showing skill and judgement in selecting appropriate assessments and interventions. Consulting with other parties contributing to a resident s diagnosis, formulation, treatment and risk management in the community. Create opportunities to collaborate with peers including AP-based psychologists nationally and OPD pathway psychologists delivering services to APs. Model and facilitate a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. About You We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Registered Psychologist with a strong clinical and forensic background to join our team. The successful candidate will be HCPC-registered with doctoral-level training and experience working with complex client groups. We re looking for a proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You ll be an excellent communicator, able to convey complex and sensitive information with clarity and empathy. A team player at heart, you ll build meaningful relationships, champion diversity and inclusion, and embody our values of compassion, empowerment, and innovation in everything you do. We're looking for: Doctoral level training accredited by the HCPC in forensic, clinical or counselling psychology Experience working as a registered psychologist in the criminal justice system or forensic mental health setting Experience of the psychological assessment and treatment of clients presenting with a range of enduring mental health conditions, complex psychological difficulties and risks to self and others Experience working in a psychologically informed environment and providing informed consultation to others Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link with different behaviours and engagement Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria. What we Offer 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service Employer Pension Contribution Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling Life Assurance Scheme Cycle-to-work scheme Annual Staff Awards EDI Ambassador programme About Social Interest Group (SIG) SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change. We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group. Additional Information Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages. Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions. Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website.
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Forensic Psychologist When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Practitioner Psychologist with Forensic Background Job Title: Forensic Psychologist Location: Elephant and Castle based within a residential setting, with regular travel to other services as required and our central office. Some work from home may be possible (to be discussed at interview). Please note that unfortunately, this service does not have step free access. Salary: £60,000 NHS Equivalent Band: 8B Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 09:00 - 17:00 About the Role A stimulating and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a Practitioner Psychologist with a Forensic background. You will work alongside the Group Psychological Lead and other members of the team within our Independent Approved Premises (IAP) to deliver psychological services to residents and staff. In this role, you will apply your skills and knowledge in building new teams and expand our operational delivery within our IAP. You will play a strategic role in our organisational growth with new services, with a focus on shaping service delivery; offering specialist advice, supervising assistant psychologists and postgraduate research. Our IAP's support people who have left prison and are based within a residential setting to reintegrate into the community. They are given support and guidance to aid their reablement, resettlement and rehabilitation post prison. You will contribute towards them achieving goals necessary for their personal development and move on within the community. Key Responsibilities include: Providing high quality psychological services, contributing to the delivery of Approved Premises aims as specified by the Ministry of Justice. Ensuring all services are delivered in accordance with HCPC standards of conduct, performance and ethics. Demonstrating clinical leadership by setting direction for the psychological service and driving high standards for quality, safety and ongoing improvement. Exercising clinical responsibility for residents psychological care, showing skill and judgement in selecting appropriate assessments and interventions. Consulting with other parties contributing to a resident s diagnosis, formulation, treatment and risk management in the community. Create opportunities to collaborate with peers including AP-based psychologists nationally and OPD pathway psychologists delivering services to APs. Model and facilitate a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. About You We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Registered Psychologist with a strong clinical and forensic background to join our team. The successful candidate will be HCPC-registered with doctoral-level training and experience working with complex client groups. We re looking for a proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You ll be an excellent communicator, able to convey complex and sensitive information with clarity and empathy. A team player at heart, you ll build meaningful relationships, champion diversity and inclusion, and embody our values of compassion, empowerment, and innovation in everything you do. We're looking for: Doctoral level training accredited by the HCPC in forensic, clinical or counselling psychology Experience working as a registered psychologist in the criminal justice system or forensic mental health setting Experience of the psychological assessment and treatment of clients presenting with a range of enduring mental health conditions, complex psychological difficulties and risks to self and others Experience working in a psychologically informed environment and providing informed consultation to others Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link with different behaviours and engagement Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria. What we Offer 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service Employer Pension Contribution Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling Life Assurance Scheme Cycle-to-work scheme Annual Staff Awards EDI Ambassador programme About Social Interest Group (SIG) SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change. We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group. Additional Information Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages. Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions. Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website.
£34,274 - £40,640 assuming good attendance and up to 4 sleep ins per month Those huge small victories Working in our Children's Homes means being a part of a young person's day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our support workers enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults - an incredibly rewarding role to have. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory! Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. Our support workers are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Check out this video on what life as a Children's Residential Support Worker is like. Get out what you put in You'll take care of our young people day to day, making sure things run smoothly and creating lasting memories. This involves making sure they are up and ready for school, helping with homework, completing paperwork and planning activities. Evenings and weekends are for fun, whether that's playing on the Xbox, a game of football, having a film day or going go-karting - not a bad way to spend your day at work! Working here is never dull, and the work really matters. It's about tapping into each young person's needs, personality and potential - and guiding them toward a positive future. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Salary: Base salary of £29,034 - £35,400 Bonuses: In addition to your base salary you'll do up to 4 sleep ins per month, these are paid at £80 per sleep (approx. £3,840 per year) and £1,400 Attendance Allowance - assuming good attendance Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with 7 weeks' holiday Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our team leaders and managers have been promoted from within our group - plus you could join our 'Aspire' future managers programme Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Meals provided while you're at work Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our homes here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone's differences as that's what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You don't need experience, but there are a few things we'll be looking for from you: A 'can do' attitude - a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others We genuinely care about our young people (and each other) so honesty and empathy is a must The resilience to be able to deal with challenging situations A full UK driving licence which you've held for at least 12 months If you don't have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), we'll pay for you to study and support you every step of the way You'll start life as a RSW by joining our 'Care Academy' - 4 weeks of off the job training with experienced WG professionals to help you feel confident and ready to support our young people. Join the UK's best special education and care provider At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we're better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . Children's Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
£34,274 - £40,640 assuming good attendance and up to 4 sleep ins per month Those huge small victories Working in our Children's Homes means being a part of a young person's day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our support workers enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults - an incredibly rewarding role to have. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory! Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. Our support workers are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Check out this video on what life as a Children's Residential Support Worker is like. Get out what you put in You'll take care of our young people day to day, making sure things run smoothly and creating lasting memories. This involves making sure they are up and ready for school, helping with homework, completing paperwork and planning activities. Evenings and weekends are for fun, whether that's playing on the Xbox, a game of football, having a film day or going go-karting - not a bad way to spend your day at work! Working here is never dull, and the work really matters. It's about tapping into each young person's needs, personality and potential - and guiding them toward a positive future. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Salary: Base salary of £29,034 - £35,400 Bonuses: In addition to your base salary you'll do up to 4 sleep ins per month, these are paid at £80 per sleep (approx. £3,840 per year) and £1,400 Attendance Allowance - assuming good attendance Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with 7 weeks' holiday Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our team leaders and managers have been promoted from within our group - plus you could join our 'Aspire' future managers programme Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Meals provided while you're at work Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our homes here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone's differences as that's what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You don't need experience, but there are a few things we'll be looking for from you: A 'can do' attitude - a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others We genuinely care about our young people (and each other) so honesty and empathy is a must The resilience to be able to deal with challenging situations A full UK driving licence which you've held for at least 12 months If you don't have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), we'll pay for you to study and support you every step of the way You'll start life as a RSW by joining our 'Care Academy' - 4 weeks of off the job training with experienced WG professionals to help you feel confident and ready to support our young people. Join the UK's best special education and care provider At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we're better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . Children's Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH
Trust and Foundations Fundraising Lead £36,000 - £40,000 pa + benefits (including 25 days annual leave and pension) Leatherhead, Surrey / Hybrid About the role Join Rainbow Trust Children s Charity and play a vital role in ensuring our teams can support families facing the unimaginable, helping us make a real difference. We are looking to appoint a full-time Trust and Foundations Fundraising Lead (35 hours per week) to lead and develop Rainbow Trust s trusts and foundations fundraising programme. You will manage relationships with charitable trusts and foundations, raising the funds we need to deliver and grow our support services. Our Philanthropy team is an ambitious team with a well-established fundraising programme, playing a significant role in raising £5.7m a year to fund our support services and with plans to grow income over the next 3-5 years. We have an established portfolio of funders, giving low level gifts to six figure donations and you will have the opportunity to work on large applications. You will cultivate strong working relationships with a portfolio of trust and foundations, including five- and six-figure grants. Increase Trust s engagement and support of the charity, through reports, meetings, and phone calls. Through the identification and research of new prospective trust funders, you will find creative ways to engage with them to secure funding. You will also collaborate with internal teams to develop strong cases for support and impact measurement. What we re looking for: Excellent research and writing skills , preferably with experience of successfully securing four- or five-figure gifts from charitable trusts and foundations The ability to work effectively with a range of internal and external people including trust managers and trustees to build great relationships and influence Knowledge of the requirements of trust funders, the principles of application-writing and effective project reporting and of managing a funding portfolio or similar A persuasive and open communicator - the ability to develop and submit high-quality and compelling funding proposals and reports to trusts, working closely with colleagues across the charity Committed to providing the highest level of donor care , including creative stewardship for funders, meeting all grant terms and conditions and responding effectively and promptly to enquiries received from donors, funders and prospects. Why join us? We re proud to be a Two-Star Best Companies Top 50 mid-sized organisation and a Top 10 Charity, and we re committed to creating a great place to work. You will benefit from: Flexible working hours to balance home and working life. Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Company car for front line care posts. 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time). Time off in Lieu. Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts. Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes. A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme. Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year. Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3%. The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping. Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth. If you d like to find out more about these benefits and working with us please visit our website. About us: About us: Rainbow Trust Children s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that. Apply now: To apply, please send your CV and a covering statement explaining why you re a strong fit and meet the criteria for the role to us via the link, Please disclose in your covering letter if you have used AI for any part of your job application. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. Additional information: Interviews will take place in Leatherhead on a rolling basis If you require any adjustments during the interview process, please let us know An enhanced DBS check is required Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. If you re looking for a role where your operational expertise genuinely makes a difference, we d love to hear from you. Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Trust and Foundations Fundraising Lead £36,000 - £40,000 pa + benefits (including 25 days annual leave and pension) Leatherhead, Surrey / Hybrid About the role Join Rainbow Trust Children s Charity and play a vital role in ensuring our teams can support families facing the unimaginable, helping us make a real difference. We are looking to appoint a full-time Trust and Foundations Fundraising Lead (35 hours per week) to lead and develop Rainbow Trust s trusts and foundations fundraising programme. You will manage relationships with charitable trusts and foundations, raising the funds we need to deliver and grow our support services. Our Philanthropy team is an ambitious team with a well-established fundraising programme, playing a significant role in raising £5.7m a year to fund our support services and with plans to grow income over the next 3-5 years. We have an established portfolio of funders, giving low level gifts to six figure donations and you will have the opportunity to work on large applications. You will cultivate strong working relationships with a portfolio of trust and foundations, including five- and six-figure grants. Increase Trust s engagement and support of the charity, through reports, meetings, and phone calls. Through the identification and research of new prospective trust funders, you will find creative ways to engage with them to secure funding. You will also collaborate with internal teams to develop strong cases for support and impact measurement. What we re looking for: Excellent research and writing skills , preferably with experience of successfully securing four- or five-figure gifts from charitable trusts and foundations The ability to work effectively with a range of internal and external people including trust managers and trustees to build great relationships and influence Knowledge of the requirements of trust funders, the principles of application-writing and effective project reporting and of managing a funding portfolio or similar A persuasive and open communicator - the ability to develop and submit high-quality and compelling funding proposals and reports to trusts, working closely with colleagues across the charity Committed to providing the highest level of donor care , including creative stewardship for funders, meeting all grant terms and conditions and responding effectively and promptly to enquiries received from donors, funders and prospects. Why join us? We re proud to be a Two-Star Best Companies Top 50 mid-sized organisation and a Top 10 Charity, and we re committed to creating a great place to work. You will benefit from: Flexible working hours to balance home and working life. Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Company car for front line care posts. 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time). Time off in Lieu. Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts. Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes. A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme. Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year. Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3%. The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping. Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth. If you d like to find out more about these benefits and working with us please visit our website. About us: About us: Rainbow Trust Children s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that. Apply now: To apply, please send your CV and a covering statement explaining why you re a strong fit and meet the criteria for the role to us via the link, Please disclose in your covering letter if you have used AI for any part of your job application. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. Additional information: Interviews will take place in Leatherhead on a rolling basis If you require any adjustments during the interview process, please let us know An enhanced DBS check is required Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. If you re looking for a role where your operational expertise genuinely makes a difference, we d love to hear from you. Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Aatom Recruitment is looking for a Complaints Resolution Lead on behalf of a Local Authority. Job Titile: Complaints Resolution Lead Contract Duration: 3 Months with possibility of extension Hybrid for 2 days may be option based on training completion, also working from the Croydon office can be an option Hours per week: 35 ROLE What youll be doing: Deliver a great complaints experience in line with the Housing Ombudsmans and regulatory code. Provide a customer-focused responsive service for residents/customers you assist with a complaint. Reviewing, investigating, and responding to all concerns raised in a way that is positive and helpful, maximising early resolution of issues, minimising further problems for customers, and keeping customers always updated. Handle all aspects including service requests, stage one and two complaints, Housing Ombudsman cases, MP and Counsellor Enquires. Manage customer expectations in relation to policy and procedural matters in a non confrontational and customer focused manner, offering alternative wherever possible. Tailor actions and responses to meet the diverse needs of residents/customers. Draft accurate and thorough responses to the Housing Ombudsman Service. Accurately record all customer contacts, complaint details, actions and learning points on management systems (for example Customer Relationship Management System). Assist residents/customers in a way that complies with relevant regulatory and legislative requirements including those regarding data protection, health and safety, equalities and diversity and safeguarding, applying learning from relevant training and minimising risk. Build and maintain relationships with colleagues. Provide effective information and advice to enable teams to resolve complaints effectively. Ensure internal stakeholder satisfaction with the service. Attend regular performance and liaison meetings with operational teams. Develop good working relationships, attend, and present at team meetings, share lessons learnt. Support teams to identify and complete follow up actions and share feedback to improve service. Complete follow up actions in a timely and high-quality way, in line with agreements. Calculate and ensure payments are processed for compensation in line with policy. Monitor complaint Key Performance indicators (KPI) elated to your role. Assist some customers on an ongoing basis, beyond the resolution of issues, where a need for this is identified including becoming the main point of contact where appropriate. Act collaboratively to ensure lessons are learnt from complaints. Experience Assisting customers with a range of enquires across different channels including email and telephone in a busy customer facing environment
Apr 25, 2026
Contractor
Aatom Recruitment is looking for a Complaints Resolution Lead on behalf of a Local Authority. Job Titile: Complaints Resolution Lead Contract Duration: 3 Months with possibility of extension Hybrid for 2 days may be option based on training completion, also working from the Croydon office can be an option Hours per week: 35 ROLE What youll be doing: Deliver a great complaints experience in line with the Housing Ombudsmans and regulatory code. Provide a customer-focused responsive service for residents/customers you assist with a complaint. Reviewing, investigating, and responding to all concerns raised in a way that is positive and helpful, maximising early resolution of issues, minimising further problems for customers, and keeping customers always updated. Handle all aspects including service requests, stage one and two complaints, Housing Ombudsman cases, MP and Counsellor Enquires. Manage customer expectations in relation to policy and procedural matters in a non confrontational and customer focused manner, offering alternative wherever possible. Tailor actions and responses to meet the diverse needs of residents/customers. Draft accurate and thorough responses to the Housing Ombudsman Service. Accurately record all customer contacts, complaint details, actions and learning points on management systems (for example Customer Relationship Management System). Assist residents/customers in a way that complies with relevant regulatory and legislative requirements including those regarding data protection, health and safety, equalities and diversity and safeguarding, applying learning from relevant training and minimising risk. Build and maintain relationships with colleagues. Provide effective information and advice to enable teams to resolve complaints effectively. Ensure internal stakeholder satisfaction with the service. Attend regular performance and liaison meetings with operational teams. Develop good working relationships, attend, and present at team meetings, share lessons learnt. Support teams to identify and complete follow up actions and share feedback to improve service. Complete follow up actions in a timely and high-quality way, in line with agreements. Calculate and ensure payments are processed for compensation in line with policy. Monitor complaint Key Performance indicators (KPI) elated to your role. Assist some customers on an ongoing basis, beyond the resolution of issues, where a need for this is identified including becoming the main point of contact where appropriate. Act collaboratively to ensure lessons are learnt from complaints. Experience Assisting customers with a range of enquires across different channels including email and telephone in a busy customer facing environment
HOMELESSNESS AND HOUSING Cessation of Duty Manager The Cessation of Duty Manager provides operational leadership, quality assurance and statutory oversight for all decisions relating to the ending of homelessness duties under the Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. They ensure that decisions to end prevention, relief or main duties are lawful, defensible, timely and supported by clear written reasoning. Cessation of Duty Manager The postholder leads a team of Caseworkers responsible for managing cases through to the lawful conclusion of duties, ensuring that residents receive clear explanations, meaningful PHP updates, and appropriate support during transitions. They provide escalation for complex, high-risk or sensitive cases, including safeguarding, domestic abuse, severe vulnerability and public protection concerns. Cessation of Duty Manager Alongside their leadership responsibilities, the Manager holds a small caseload to maintain practice depth, support peaks in demand and model high-quality decision-making. Cessation of Duty Manager They work closely with partners across ASC, CSC, Health, VAWG services and voluntary sector organisations to ensure coordinated support for households affected by cessation decisions
Apr 25, 2026
Contractor
HOMELESSNESS AND HOUSING Cessation of Duty Manager The Cessation of Duty Manager provides operational leadership, quality assurance and statutory oversight for all decisions relating to the ending of homelessness duties under the Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. They ensure that decisions to end prevention, relief or main duties are lawful, defensible, timely and supported by clear written reasoning. Cessation of Duty Manager The postholder leads a team of Caseworkers responsible for managing cases through to the lawful conclusion of duties, ensuring that residents receive clear explanations, meaningful PHP updates, and appropriate support during transitions. They provide escalation for complex, high-risk or sensitive cases, including safeguarding, domestic abuse, severe vulnerability and public protection concerns. Cessation of Duty Manager Alongside their leadership responsibilities, the Manager holds a small caseload to maintain practice depth, support peaks in demand and model high-quality decision-making. Cessation of Duty Manager They work closely with partners across ASC, CSC, Health, VAWG services and voluntary sector organisations to ensure coordinated support for households affected by cessation decisions
Deputy Head of Nursery (Interim) Interim contract - start ASAP Initial 3-6 month contract £400 per day Inside IR35 (via umbrella) Fully on-site working - 5 days p/week Baltimore Consulting are supporting a Local Authority in London who are looking to recruit an interim Deputy Head of Nursery. This is a critical, hands on interim opportunity for an experienced early years leader who thrives in complex environments. As the Deputy Head of Nursery, you will step into a visible, on site leadership role where your presence, judgement and people skills will directly stabilise and strengthen day to day nursery operations. Reporting into senior leadership, you will be a trusted figure for staff, setting clear standards and restoring confidence across the setting during a high risk period. Your Role as the Interim Deputy Head of Nursery Operational leadership of the nursery, ensuring safe, compliant and high quality daily delivery. Curriculum oversight, embedding strong EYFS practice and child development standards. Visible staff leadership, supporting, guiding and challenging teams on site. Safeguarding & health and safety, ensuring robust compliance and supervision processes. Stability and consistency, raising standards in a challenging or recovering environment. Your Previous Experience as a Deputy Head of Nursery Early Years leadership experience as a Deputy Head, Nursery Manager or multi site lead. Strong knowledge of EYFS and Ofsted, with confidence applying standards in practice. Proven experience in difficult settings, including improvement or recovery environments. Hands on operational background, not purely strategic or advisory. Strong safeguarding mindset, with confidence addressing poor practice directly. Our clients are committed to building an inclusive workforce and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be fully supported during the recruitment and onboarding process.
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Deputy Head of Nursery (Interim) Interim contract - start ASAP Initial 3-6 month contract £400 per day Inside IR35 (via umbrella) Fully on-site working - 5 days p/week Baltimore Consulting are supporting a Local Authority in London who are looking to recruit an interim Deputy Head of Nursery. This is a critical, hands on interim opportunity for an experienced early years leader who thrives in complex environments. As the Deputy Head of Nursery, you will step into a visible, on site leadership role where your presence, judgement and people skills will directly stabilise and strengthen day to day nursery operations. Reporting into senior leadership, you will be a trusted figure for staff, setting clear standards and restoring confidence across the setting during a high risk period. Your Role as the Interim Deputy Head of Nursery Operational leadership of the nursery, ensuring safe, compliant and high quality daily delivery. Curriculum oversight, embedding strong EYFS practice and child development standards. Visible staff leadership, supporting, guiding and challenging teams on site. Safeguarding & health and safety, ensuring robust compliance and supervision processes. Stability and consistency, raising standards in a challenging or recovering environment. Your Previous Experience as a Deputy Head of Nursery Early Years leadership experience as a Deputy Head, Nursery Manager or multi site lead. Strong knowledge of EYFS and Ofsted, with confidence applying standards in practice. Proven experience in difficult settings, including improvement or recovery environments. Hands on operational background, not purely strategic or advisory. Strong safeguarding mindset, with confidence addressing poor practice directly. Our clients are committed to building an inclusive workforce and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be fully supported during the recruitment and onboarding process.
About the role Are you ready to take the next step in your youth work career in a role where you can shape practice, lead meaningful change and make a real difference for young people across the Isle of Man? Our Youth Service is all about creating "somewhere to go, something to do and someone to talk to" for young people across the Island. As a Senior Youth Worker, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality youth work across a wide range of settings. This is a real chance to help shape practice across the Island while supporting staff to deliver safe, engaging and meaningful opportunities for young people. Lead, develop and inspire youth work across the Island You will lead the development of new youth initiatives, including planning and delivering a mobile youth provision and street-based youth work in communities where young people are less likely to engage with traditional services. You will also design and lead targeted projects for young people facing additional challenges, including those linked to exploitation, antisocial behaviour or vulnerability. A key part of the role is developing and embedding a Youth Service curriculum aligned to National Youth Agency standards, ensuring consistency, progression and purpose across all provision. You will lead key areas of work including the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, residentials and youth exchanges, alongside youth voice activity that ensures young people are genuinely involved in shaping services. Alongside this, you will provide coaching, mentoring and practice leadership to support workforce development and strengthen consistency and quality across teams. You will also contribute to safeguarding, quality assurance and service improvement across the Youth Service. This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same, combining hands-on youth work with strategic leadership of practice. You'll help create opportunities that support young people to build confidence, develop skills and thrive in their communities. If not already held, you will have the opportunity to work towards a JNC-recognised Level 6 youth work qualification following successful completion of probation, fully supported by the service. We look forward to welcoming shortlisted candidates to an in-person interview on 20 May 2026. A workplace that invests in you A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum. Annual leave starting from 21 days, a Privilege Day and 10 Bank Holidays; your annual leave will increase after your first year and again after your third year. Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement. Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development. Discounted access to the NSC gym and island swimming pools as well as 1-to-1 support programmes and exercise classes with qualified instructors. Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues. Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years' service. Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment. Free car parking. A relocation package of up to £5,000 based on receipts is available for this role. Working for the Isle of Man Public Service We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees' wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees. We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager. The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion . We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man. Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role. Things to note An enhanced with barring police check is required for this post, which the Isle of Man Government will cover the cost of for you. Ready to apply? We understand that you might have some questions about the role and the Recruiting Manager is on hand to support you. You can contact them at . To get the best out of your application, read our article on the important essentials you need to know before applying. Applications will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. If you have difficulties applying online please contact the Recruitment Team on or via email at .
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
About the role Are you ready to take the next step in your youth work career in a role where you can shape practice, lead meaningful change and make a real difference for young people across the Isle of Man? Our Youth Service is all about creating "somewhere to go, something to do and someone to talk to" for young people across the Island. As a Senior Youth Worker, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality youth work across a wide range of settings. This is a real chance to help shape practice across the Island while supporting staff to deliver safe, engaging and meaningful opportunities for young people. Lead, develop and inspire youth work across the Island You will lead the development of new youth initiatives, including planning and delivering a mobile youth provision and street-based youth work in communities where young people are less likely to engage with traditional services. You will also design and lead targeted projects for young people facing additional challenges, including those linked to exploitation, antisocial behaviour or vulnerability. A key part of the role is developing and embedding a Youth Service curriculum aligned to National Youth Agency standards, ensuring consistency, progression and purpose across all provision. You will lead key areas of work including the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, residentials and youth exchanges, alongside youth voice activity that ensures young people are genuinely involved in shaping services. Alongside this, you will provide coaching, mentoring and practice leadership to support workforce development and strengthen consistency and quality across teams. You will also contribute to safeguarding, quality assurance and service improvement across the Youth Service. This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same, combining hands-on youth work with strategic leadership of practice. You'll help create opportunities that support young people to build confidence, develop skills and thrive in their communities. If not already held, you will have the opportunity to work towards a JNC-recognised Level 6 youth work qualification following successful completion of probation, fully supported by the service. We look forward to welcoming shortlisted candidates to an in-person interview on 20 May 2026. A workplace that invests in you A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum. Annual leave starting from 21 days, a Privilege Day and 10 Bank Holidays; your annual leave will increase after your first year and again after your third year. Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement. Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development. Discounted access to the NSC gym and island swimming pools as well as 1-to-1 support programmes and exercise classes with qualified instructors. Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues. Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years' service. Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment. Free car parking. A relocation package of up to £5,000 based on receipts is available for this role. Working for the Isle of Man Public Service We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees' wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees. We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager. The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion . We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man. Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role. Things to note An enhanced with barring police check is required for this post, which the Isle of Man Government will cover the cost of for you. Ready to apply? We understand that you might have some questions about the role and the Recruiting Manager is on hand to support you. You can contact them at . To get the best out of your application, read our article on the important essentials you need to know before applying. Applications will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. If you have difficulties applying online please contact the Recruitment Team on or via email at .
