About The Role Are you a Life Changer? Do you want to lean in and transform the life of a child? Compass Community puts children first through our therapeutic, innovative approach. Integrity, Courage and Care shape how we work. We listen deeply, challenge each other and fix what needs fixing, together. This is the work. And we d like you to be part of it. Work in a children s home that makes a positive, lasting difference to children s lives. This role is ideal for experienced Residential Workers or Youth Workers, as well as those with no previous experience who are looking to build a career in residential care. We are looking for determined, caring and thoughtful people to become long-lasting, significant adults in a child s life, and flexible hours, a bank support worker role with Compass could be for you. We are looking for someone who Is 22 years of age or above (to meet Ofsted regulations). Is caring, compassionate and able to build positive relationships with others. Has a valid manual driving licence. Can remain calm in challenging situations. Previous experience is not essential for this role. You will receive a comprehensive induction and ongoing training. What will I do as Bank Support Worker? Compass Homes are built around accepting a child as they are in a non-judgemental way. You will teach them to build self-esteem and accept themselves, helping with their journey into adulthood. You will work closely with children and young people in care, putting them at the centre of everything you do. You will create positive relationships with them, meeting their needs and always safeguarding them. You will meet a variety of children and young people, some of whom may require high levels of supervision and support. Using your experience and skills (further developed with our support and training), you will assist with the care of our children and young people, supporting them in all aspects of their lives including activities, hobbies and educational pursuits. Consistency and organisation skills are key: you will create timetables and set boundaries and expectations for the children. Why work for Compass Children s Homes? £60 per sleep in. Flexible working patterns. Win up to £150 in our monthly REACH Awards. We supply excellent support and professional supervision, plus regular training and further qualification opportunities. Compass knows how to make a house a home. We understand that a home can embody how we live and see ourselves, so our teams create a home environment that exceeds the children's needs, allowing them to express their characters, feel safe and enrich their lives. We pride ourselves on giving children who experience behavioural and emotional difficulties the highest quality care and substitute parenting. The successful applicants will be appointed subject to references and enhanced DBS check. Compass is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Above all we thrive on our ethos Potential Not Perfection , meaning we will consider ALL applications.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
About The Role Are you a Life Changer? Do you want to lean in and transform the life of a child? Compass Community puts children first through our therapeutic, innovative approach. Integrity, Courage and Care shape how we work. We listen deeply, challenge each other and fix what needs fixing, together. This is the work. And we d like you to be part of it. Work in a children s home that makes a positive, lasting difference to children s lives. This role is ideal for experienced Residential Workers or Youth Workers, as well as those with no previous experience who are looking to build a career in residential care. We are looking for determined, caring and thoughtful people to become long-lasting, significant adults in a child s life, and flexible hours, a bank support worker role with Compass could be for you. We are looking for someone who Is 22 years of age or above (to meet Ofsted regulations). Is caring, compassionate and able to build positive relationships with others. Has a valid manual driving licence. Can remain calm in challenging situations. Previous experience is not essential for this role. You will receive a comprehensive induction and ongoing training. What will I do as Bank Support Worker? Compass Homes are built around accepting a child as they are in a non-judgemental way. You will teach them to build self-esteem and accept themselves, helping with their journey into adulthood. You will work closely with children and young people in care, putting them at the centre of everything you do. You will create positive relationships with them, meeting their needs and always safeguarding them. You will meet a variety of children and young people, some of whom may require high levels of supervision and support. Using your experience and skills (further developed with our support and training), you will assist with the care of our children and young people, supporting them in all aspects of their lives including activities, hobbies and educational pursuits. Consistency and organisation skills are key: you will create timetables and set boundaries and expectations for the children. Why work for Compass Children s Homes? £60 per sleep in. Flexible working patterns. Win up to £150 in our monthly REACH Awards. We supply excellent support and professional supervision, plus regular training and further qualification opportunities. Compass knows how to make a house a home. We understand that a home can embody how we live and see ourselves, so our teams create a home environment that exceeds the children's needs, allowing them to express their characters, feel safe and enrich their lives. We pride ourselves on giving children who experience behavioural and emotional difficulties the highest quality care and substitute parenting. The successful applicants will be appointed subject to references and enhanced DBS check. Compass is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Above all we thrive on our ethos Potential Not Perfection , meaning we will consider ALL applications.
Help young people build confidence, resilience and brighter futures through sport and mentoring. Looking for a role where you can make a real difference? Maybe you're studying Sports Coaching, Sport & Exercise Science, Youth Work, Education or Psychology. Maybe you're a Teaching Assistant, Learning Mentor, Sports Coach, Support Worker or Youth Worker looking for your next step. Or perhaps you love working with young people but want something more stable, rewarding and meaningful than evening and weekend coaching. At Dallaglio RugbyWorks, we support young people who are at risk of exclusion from education. Using sport as a hook and positive relationships as the foundation, we help young people build confidence, resilience, aspirations and life skills that can transform their futures. You don't need to be a rugby expert. What matters is your ability to connect with young people, inspire them and help them believe in themselves. If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. The Role at a Glance Sports Coach / Youth Mentor (we call it Delivery Lead) Luton and Stevenage £25,000 £30,000 per year Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, including up to two evenings per week until 7pm Supporting young people facing exclusion and hardship. A t Dallaglio RugbyWorks, we support young people 12-18 who are struggling in education, at risk of exclusion, or facing significant challenges. Using sport as the starting point and mentoring as the foundation, we help them build confidence, resilience and the skills they need to create brighter futures. Rugby helps start the relationship, but the work goes far beyond sport. The charity uses mentoring, life skills, wellbeing support and career-focused activities to help young people build confidence and prepare for life after school. Its work focuses on four areas: life skills, aspirations, physical wellbeing and mental wellbeing and the aim is to make sure exclusion from school does not become exclusion from society. You ll be part of a team giving young people consistent support, trusted adults and practical chances to move towards education, employment or training. Change a Life. Build a Future. Be the Person They Remember Every young person deserves someone who believes in them. As a Youth Mentor & Coach, you'll play a vital role in that journey. You'll deliver engaging sports sessions, mentoring and workshops that inspire young people, build trust and help them realise their potential. Whether you're supporting a young person one-to-one, leading a group activity or helping deliver enrichment events, you'll be creating opportunities for young people to succeed. This is more than a coaching role. It's an opportunity to be a positive role model, build meaningful relationships and make a lasting difference in the lives of young people across Luton and Stevenage. You do not need to know rugby to apply. The rugby side can be taught, and plenty of people in the team started with youth work or mentoring experience rather than a sports coaching background. Day to day, you ll work with schools, alternative provision teams and community partners to keep sessions safe, useful and well-organised. You ll also support holiday activities, career taster days and enrichment sessions, giving young people positive things to be part of outside school. There will be some admin too, including tracking attendance, progress and outcomes. This helps the team see what is working and keep support consistent for the young people taking part. If you're passionate about helping young people thrive, we'd love to hear from you. You're probably a great fit if You believe every young person deserves someone in their corner. Whether you've coached a team, supported students in school, mentored young people, or led activities in your community, you know how to build trust, inspire confidence and help young people see what's possible. We're looking for someone who brings energy, empathy and resilience; someone who can connect with young people facing challenges, lead engaging sessions, and be a positive role model when it matters most. If you're passionate about changing lives, confident working independently, and excited by the chance to make a real impact every day, we'd love to hear from you. What you'll need A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle The ability to travel across Luton and Stevenage Flexibility to work up to two evenings per week (until 7pm) Bonus points if you have A qualification in Sports Coaching, Youth Work or a related field Experience working in schools, alternative provision or community settings This is your chance to coach confidence, mentor resilience and inspire ambition. Every day you'll help young people overcome challenges, unlock potential and believe in a brighter future. Come join our squad.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Help young people build confidence, resilience and brighter futures through sport and mentoring. Looking for a role where you can make a real difference? Maybe you're studying Sports Coaching, Sport & Exercise Science, Youth Work, Education or Psychology. Maybe you're a Teaching Assistant, Learning Mentor, Sports Coach, Support Worker or Youth Worker looking for your next step. Or perhaps you love working with young people but want something more stable, rewarding and meaningful than evening and weekend coaching. At Dallaglio RugbyWorks, we support young people who are at risk of exclusion from education. Using sport as a hook and positive relationships as the foundation, we help young people build confidence, resilience, aspirations and life skills that can transform their futures. You don't need to be a rugby expert. What matters is your ability to connect with young people, inspire them and help them believe in themselves. If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. The Role at a Glance Sports Coach / Youth Mentor (we call it Delivery Lead) Luton and Stevenage £25,000 £30,000 per year Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, including up to two evenings per week until 7pm Supporting young people facing exclusion and hardship. A t Dallaglio RugbyWorks, we support young people 12-18 who are struggling in education, at risk of exclusion, or facing significant challenges. Using sport as the starting point and mentoring as the foundation, we help them build confidence, resilience and the skills they need to create brighter futures. Rugby helps start the relationship, but the work goes far beyond sport. The charity uses mentoring, life skills, wellbeing support and career-focused activities to help young people build confidence and prepare for life after school. Its work focuses on four areas: life skills, aspirations, physical wellbeing and mental wellbeing and the aim is to make sure exclusion from school does not become exclusion from society. You ll be part of a team giving young people consistent support, trusted adults and practical chances to move towards education, employment or training. Change a Life. Build a Future. Be the Person They Remember Every young person deserves someone who believes in them. As a Youth Mentor & Coach, you'll play a vital role in that journey. You'll deliver engaging sports sessions, mentoring and workshops that inspire young people, build trust and help them realise their potential. Whether you're supporting a young person one-to-one, leading a group activity or helping deliver enrichment events, you'll be creating opportunities for young people to succeed. This is more than a coaching role. It's an opportunity to be a positive role model, build meaningful relationships and make a lasting difference in the lives of young people across Luton and Stevenage. You do not need to know rugby to apply. The rugby side can be taught, and plenty of people in the team started with youth work or mentoring experience rather than a sports coaching background. Day to day, you ll work with schools, alternative provision teams and community partners to keep sessions safe, useful and well-organised. You ll also support holiday activities, career taster days and enrichment sessions, giving young people positive things to be part of outside school. There will be some admin too, including tracking attendance, progress and outcomes. This helps the team see what is working and keep support consistent for the young people taking part. If you're passionate about helping young people thrive, we'd love to hear from you. You're probably a great fit if You believe every young person deserves someone in their corner. Whether you've coached a team, supported students in school, mentored young people, or led activities in your community, you know how to build trust, inspire confidence and help young people see what's possible. We're looking for someone who brings energy, empathy and resilience; someone who can connect with young people facing challenges, lead engaging sessions, and be a positive role model when it matters most. If you're passionate about changing lives, confident working independently, and excited by the chance to make a real impact every day, we'd love to hear from you. What you'll need A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle The ability to travel across Luton and Stevenage Flexibility to work up to two evenings per week (until 7pm) Bonus points if you have A qualification in Sports Coaching, Youth Work or a related field Experience working in schools, alternative provision or community settings This is your chance to coach confidence, mentor resilience and inspire ambition. Every day you'll help young people overcome challenges, unlock potential and believe in a brighter future. Come join our squad.
Join us and use your skills, knowledge, passion and energy to help us achieve a future free from arthritis. Are you passionate about improving the lives of children, young people and their families? Are you experienced in creating inspiring programmes and offering life-changing one-to-one support? Are you committed to putting children and young people at the heart of decision-making? About the role We are looking for a dynamic, creative, innovative team player to join our Young People and Families Service. This role will be based in Scotland, in our Glasgow office. This role will also support service delivery across the UK. As a Young People and Families Worker you will work with colleagues, partners, healthcare professionals, schools, volunteers, and - most importantly - young people and families to co-plan, deliver and evaluate a high quality, holistic support offer locally and nationally. You will help young people living with arthritis to build their confidence, make friends and achieve their personal goals. This will be achieved by providing one-to-one support, linking young people and families to a community of peer support and working with volunteers to co-deliver self-management activities. You'll also co-design an exciting programme of online and in-person events, youth voice opportunities and digital content. You will act as the bridge between young people, their families and professionals - especially in healthcare settings where you will play a unique role working collaboratively with multidisciplinary team partners to meet a range of needs. You will support young people during the pivotal transition from paediatric to adult services, making sure it is a time of empowerment and growth. About you If your knowledge, skills and experience include the following then we'd love to hear from you: Experience of working with the third sector, preferably within the fields of youth/community development work and/or health and social care - with a passion for improving the lives of both children and young people as well as their families. Experience of delivering interventions to people living with long term conditions, understanding the importance of self-management. Experience of taking a person-centered approach when providing support. Experience of using a community development/youth work approach to co-design and deliver a quality service /project that is inclusive, inspiring and makes a difference. Engaging colleagues, funders, supporters and partners to make it happen. Knowledge and experience of safeguarding and safe working policies and procedures.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Join us and use your skills, knowledge, passion and energy to help us achieve a future free from arthritis. Are you passionate about improving the lives of children, young people and their families? Are you experienced in creating inspiring programmes and offering life-changing one-to-one support? Are you committed to putting children and young people at the heart of decision-making? About the role We are looking for a dynamic, creative, innovative team player to join our Young People and Families Service. This role will be based in Scotland, in our Glasgow office. This role will also support service delivery across the UK. As a Young People and Families Worker you will work with colleagues, partners, healthcare professionals, schools, volunteers, and - most importantly - young people and families to co-plan, deliver and evaluate a high quality, holistic support offer locally and nationally. You will help young people living with arthritis to build their confidence, make friends and achieve their personal goals. This will be achieved by providing one-to-one support, linking young people and families to a community of peer support and working with volunteers to co-deliver self-management activities. You'll also co-design an exciting programme of online and in-person events, youth voice opportunities and digital content. You will act as the bridge between young people, their families and professionals - especially in healthcare settings where you will play a unique role working collaboratively with multidisciplinary team partners to meet a range of needs. You will support young people during the pivotal transition from paediatric to adult services, making sure it is a time of empowerment and growth. About you If your knowledge, skills and experience include the following then we'd love to hear from you: Experience of working with the third sector, preferably within the fields of youth/community development work and/or health and social care - with a passion for improving the lives of both children and young people as well as their families. Experience of delivering interventions to people living with long term conditions, understanding the importance of self-management. Experience of taking a person-centered approach when providing support. Experience of using a community development/youth work approach to co-design and deliver a quality service /project that is inclusive, inspiring and makes a difference. Engaging colleagues, funders, supporters and partners to make it happen. Knowledge and experience of safeguarding and safe working policies and procedures.
Our mission at Response is to enable people of all ages to live a more fulfilled life by providing excellent mental health services, housing, and supported living. Do you have the desire to empower and promote independence and an interest in mental health? Wellbeing Youth Worker Thatcham Hub - £28,938 - £32,214 per annum pro rata (Salaries vary depending on experiences) Hours 37 hours per week, Monday Friday Service Children, Young People & Families, Thatcham, West Berkshire Do you have the desire to help change lives and have experience of working with children and young people in an inclusive, creative and innovative way? Response Organisation is one of the largest mental health charities in Oxfordshire that provides a range of support for children, young people and adults with a wide range of wellbeing and mental health needs. We are currently looking for a Wellbeing Youth Worker to join our Children and Young People s Services Team at our amazing Thatcham Hub! If you are a motivated individual looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to a compassionate organisation, we want to hear from you! Overall job responsibility : Further detail can be viewed in the Job Description. Some of the core duties include: Support young people aged 11 to 25 with their wellbeing and mental health through delivery of One-to-One sessions, groups, drop-ins and Alternative Provision offer. Support parent, carers and other adults involved in young people s lives with wellbeing and mental health support. Work alongside social care and other community teams to support young people and families. Increase access to community services and employment, education and training opportunities. Increase awareness of and strengthen the young person s personal support networks, reducing reliance on professional support networks. Increase the young person s confidence with using strategies to identify and manage mental health and well-being challenges as they arise or be confident to seek support (and from where) at the earliest opportunity. Facilitate 1:1, group sessions, drop-ins and Alternative Provision (group) offer for young people and their families. Accurately record casework on systems as identified and provide data and information as requested to measure impact of the project and gather learning. Develop trusting relationships by giving the young person time and helping them to identify and focus on what matters most to them and best supports them with managing their mental health and well- being. The Wellbeing Worker will take a holistic approach, based on the young person s priorities and the wider determinants of health, co-produce a simple personalised care and support plan to improve health and wellbeing, introducing or reconnecting them to appropriate community groups and support services. The Successful Applicant: Our main priority for all our roles at Response is to find people that can live our values every day Caring, Safe, Creative and Aspirational. Further detail can be viewed in the Job Description. Essential criteria: Demonstrable commitment to professional and personal development. Knowledge of the personalised care approach. Knowledge of community development approaches. Experience of working directly in a community integration context, CAMHS or CYP social care, learning support or public health/health improvement (including unpaid work). Experience of supporting young people, their families and carers in a related role (including unpaid work). Experience of partnership/collaborative working and of building relationships across a variety of organisations Understanding of the wider determinants of health, including social, economic and environmental factors and their impact on communities, individuals, their families and carers. Proficiency in Office programs (incl. Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) and using data bases. Ability to manage multiple emails and coordinate calendars. Able to chair or participate effectively in meetings (virtual and face-to-face) to achieve a given agenda. Commitment to reducing health inequalities and proactively working to reach people from diverse communities. Access to own car and ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis, including to visit people in their own homes. Workers will need their own business insurance for this. What We Offer: 37 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) Blue Light card and other discounted shopping Employee Assistance Plan - with access to free counselling Cycle to Work Scheme Enhanced family friendly leave Professional qualification sponsorship and study leave £500 refer a friend bonus scheme Optional health cash care plan with money off prescriptions and treatments Wellbeing hub and mental wellbeing support app approved by NHS Free flu jabs Free DBS application If this Wellbeing Youth Worker position sounds like the role for you then please apply today! We would love to hear from you! This vacancy may be closed early. To learn more about Response and what we do, please visit our website. Closing date 30/06/2026. Our employees and clients come from all over the world, we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture and are registered as a Disability Confident Employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our clients. All our roles require an enhanced DBS check, two references from most recent employers and you must have the right to work in the UK.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Our mission at Response is to enable people of all ages to live a more fulfilled life by providing excellent mental health services, housing, and supported living. Do you have the desire to empower and promote independence and an interest in mental health? Wellbeing Youth Worker Thatcham Hub - £28,938 - £32,214 per annum pro rata (Salaries vary depending on experiences) Hours 37 hours per week, Monday Friday Service Children, Young People & Families, Thatcham, West Berkshire Do you have the desire to help change lives and have experience of working with children and young people in an inclusive, creative and innovative way? Response Organisation is one of the largest mental health charities in Oxfordshire that provides a range of support for children, young people and adults with a wide range of wellbeing and mental health needs. We are currently looking for a Wellbeing Youth Worker to join our Children and Young People s Services Team at our amazing Thatcham Hub! If you are a motivated individual looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to a compassionate organisation, we want to hear from you! Overall job responsibility : Further detail can be viewed in the Job Description. Some of the core duties include: Support young people aged 11 to 25 with their wellbeing and mental health through delivery of One-to-One sessions, groups, drop-ins and Alternative Provision offer. Support parent, carers and other adults involved in young people s lives with wellbeing and mental health support. Work alongside social care and other community teams to support young people and families. Increase access to community services and employment, education and training opportunities. Increase awareness of and strengthen the young person s personal support networks, reducing reliance on professional support networks. Increase the young person s confidence with using strategies to identify and manage mental health and well-being challenges as they arise or be confident to seek support (and from where) at the earliest opportunity. Facilitate 1:1, group sessions, drop-ins and Alternative Provision (group) offer for young people and their families. Accurately record casework on systems as identified and provide data and information as requested to measure impact of the project and gather learning. Develop trusting relationships by giving the young person time and helping them to identify and focus on what matters most to them and best supports them with managing their mental health and well- being. The Wellbeing Worker will take a holistic approach, based on the young person s priorities and the wider determinants of health, co-produce a simple personalised care and support plan to improve health and wellbeing, introducing or reconnecting them to appropriate community groups and support services. The Successful Applicant: Our main priority for all our roles at Response is to find people that can live our values every day Caring, Safe, Creative and Aspirational. Further detail can be viewed in the Job Description. Essential criteria: Demonstrable commitment to professional and personal development. Knowledge of the personalised care approach. Knowledge of community development approaches. Experience of working directly in a community integration context, CAMHS or CYP social care, learning support or public health/health improvement (including unpaid work). Experience of supporting young people, their families and carers in a related role (including unpaid work). Experience of partnership/collaborative working and of building relationships across a variety of organisations Understanding of the wider determinants of health, including social, economic and environmental factors and their impact on communities, individuals, their families and carers. Proficiency in Office programs (incl. Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) and using data bases. Ability to manage multiple emails and coordinate calendars. Able to chair or participate effectively in meetings (virtual and face-to-face) to achieve a given agenda. Commitment to reducing health inequalities and proactively working to reach people from diverse communities. Access to own car and ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis, including to visit people in their own homes. Workers will need their own business insurance for this. What We Offer: 37 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) Blue Light card and other discounted shopping Employee Assistance Plan - with access to free counselling Cycle to Work Scheme Enhanced family friendly leave Professional qualification sponsorship and study leave £500 refer a friend bonus scheme Optional health cash care plan with money off prescriptions and treatments Wellbeing hub and mental wellbeing support app approved by NHS Free flu jabs Free DBS application If this Wellbeing Youth Worker position sounds like the role for you then please apply today! We would love to hear from you! This vacancy may be closed early. To learn more about Response and what we do, please visit our website. Closing date 30/06/2026. Our employees and clients come from all over the world, we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture and are registered as a Disability Confident Employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our clients. All our roles require an enhanced DBS check, two references from most recent employers and you must have the right to work in the UK.
Find Recruitment Group LTD
Upper Soudley, Gloucestershire
Teaching Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant / SEND Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant / Learning Support Practitioner / Behaviour Mentor / Learning Mentor / Youth Worker / Pastoral Support Worker / Inclusion Support Worker / Residential Childcare Worker / Student Support Assistant Gloucester area £28,000 Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm 9 Weeks Annual Leave I'm currently working with an Ofsted Outstanding training provider who are looking to recruit a Teaching Assistant to support learners aged 14-18 within a vocational training environment. This role would suit somebody with experience supporting young people, whether within education, youth work, care or learner support settings. The Role • Support learners within classroom and practical workshop sessions • Provide 1-to-1 and small group support where required • Help learners remain engaged, motivated and on track • Support students with additional learning, behavioural or emotional needs • Work closely with tutors to create a positive learning environment • Assist with learner wellbeing, attendance and progression What's on Offer • £28,000 salary • 9 weeks annual leave • Monday-Friday working pattern • 8:00am-4:30pm hours • Ongoing training and development opportunities • Long-term career progression within education • Supportive and collaborative working environment • Free parking, laptop and uniform provided What We're Looking For • Experience working with young people • Background within education, learner support, youth work, care or mentoring • Strong communication and relationship-building skills • Patient, resilient and approachable personality • Passion for helping young people succeed • Teaching Assistant qualification beneficial but not essential For more information, please get in touch.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Teaching Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant / SEND Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant / Learning Support Practitioner / Behaviour Mentor / Learning Mentor / Youth Worker / Pastoral Support Worker / Inclusion Support Worker / Residential Childcare Worker / Student Support Assistant Gloucester area £28,000 Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm 9 Weeks Annual Leave I'm currently working with an Ofsted Outstanding training provider who are looking to recruit a Teaching Assistant to support learners aged 14-18 within a vocational training environment. This role would suit somebody with experience supporting young people, whether within education, youth work, care or learner support settings. The Role • Support learners within classroom and practical workshop sessions • Provide 1-to-1 and small group support where required • Help learners remain engaged, motivated and on track • Support students with additional learning, behavioural or emotional needs • Work closely with tutors to create a positive learning environment • Assist with learner wellbeing, attendance and progression What's on Offer • £28,000 salary • 9 weeks annual leave • Monday-Friday working pattern • 8:00am-4:30pm hours • Ongoing training and development opportunities • Long-term career progression within education • Supportive and collaborative working environment • Free parking, laptop and uniform provided What We're Looking For • Experience working with young people • Background within education, learner support, youth work, care or mentoring • Strong communication and relationship-building skills • Patient, resilient and approachable personality • Passion for helping young people succeed • Teaching Assistant qualification beneficial but not essential For more information, please get in touch.
Elementa Support Services
Bristol, Gloucestershire
SEND 1:1 Learning Support Mentor ASD / ASC, SEMH Type: Temp-perm contract (via 60 day trial) Details: Full-time / Part-time (Monday to Friday, 9:30am - 3:30pm) Location: Bristol - South Start Date: January 5th 2025 Salary: £18,000 - £22,000 p.a. (£15.38 - £17.95ph during trial) Our client is a new & expanding Alternative Education Provision, serving primary & secondary-aged pupils with EHCPs relating to SEMH based in Weston-super-Mare and surrounding areas across the South West. They operate a revolving-door offering whereby students stay at the provision for up to 18 weeks, either on a full-time or part-time 'transition' basis before returning to a mainstream education setting or attending a special school. The roles available are based on expansion and demand for places. We are seeking someone with previous experience of having worked with learners that have SEMH and have experienced trauma who may have other needs relating to ASC / ASD. The ideal person will be able to act as a positive role model and deliver an alternative education curriculum. We seek individuals that are skilled in recognising the emotional and educational needs of the learner and who are able to respond to and create appropriate learning activities & opportunities around the needs of individual learners. Many of the learners have not engaged in education for a significant amount of time so commonly, an individual approach for each child is necessary. If you have already had training in positive behaviour management such as Team Teach / PBM / MAPA and/or THRIVE training we would be particularly interested in hearing from you. If you have practical experience of working with children displaying challenging behaviour and are successful in your application for this post, Team Teach training will be offered free of charge and would be a requirement of the post. The full-time working day is from 9:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday. There will likely be flexible working times & days (part-time) possible within those hours. It would be great to hear from you if you have Experience of working with children who have had to overcome barriers and difficult situations The ability to engage parents in supporting children at home by helping to set boundaries and managing behaviour The desire to go through training and deliver ideas so that ideas can be implemented. Passionate about working with young people in education Have a good understanding of what makes an effective intervention strategy Are committed to safeguarding young people and helping them overcome difficulties Are committed to ensuring students maximise every opportunity to achieve academically and personally Are able to work within a dynamic and challenging environment Have excellent communication and teamwork skills GSCEs in English and Maths at grade C/4 or above Whilst this role is similar to, it does differ from a support role in a mainstream setting, however, if you have experience as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA), Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Youth Support worker or similar, we would be interested in hearing from you. The role is offered on a 1-year fixed-term contract basis after a successful 60 trial period with the intention to offer permanent contracts from September 2025. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking for a role that offers training opportunities, progression opportunities within the organisation and to be part of a supportive organisation that has expansion plans in the near future. Elementa is the recruiting partner; therefore applicants being considered for the role after pre-screening will be required to complete the registration process for Elementa. This includes full vetting & background checks, satisfactory referencing and application for a DBS Enhanced Disclosure (which may be chargeable at £64.20) unless you have a current DBS on the update service. If you have the relevant skills and experience necessary for this role then please apply with your full up-to-date CV. Please ensure your CV is up-to-date and clearly defines your previous experience. All applicants will be promptly responded to.
Jun 11, 2026
Contractor
SEND 1:1 Learning Support Mentor ASD / ASC, SEMH Type: Temp-perm contract (via 60 day trial) Details: Full-time / Part-time (Monday to Friday, 9:30am - 3:30pm) Location: Bristol - South Start Date: January 5th 2025 Salary: £18,000 - £22,000 p.a. (£15.38 - £17.95ph during trial) Our client is a new & expanding Alternative Education Provision, serving primary & secondary-aged pupils with EHCPs relating to SEMH based in Weston-super-Mare and surrounding areas across the South West. They operate a revolving-door offering whereby students stay at the provision for up to 18 weeks, either on a full-time or part-time 'transition' basis before returning to a mainstream education setting or attending a special school. The roles available are based on expansion and demand for places. We are seeking someone with previous experience of having worked with learners that have SEMH and have experienced trauma who may have other needs relating to ASC / ASD. The ideal person will be able to act as a positive role model and deliver an alternative education curriculum. We seek individuals that are skilled in recognising the emotional and educational needs of the learner and who are able to respond to and create appropriate learning activities & opportunities around the needs of individual learners. Many of the learners have not engaged in education for a significant amount of time so commonly, an individual approach for each child is necessary. If you have already had training in positive behaviour management such as Team Teach / PBM / MAPA and/or THRIVE training we would be particularly interested in hearing from you. If you have practical experience of working with children displaying challenging behaviour and are successful in your application for this post, Team Teach training will be offered free of charge and would be a requirement of the post. The full-time working day is from 9:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday. There will likely be flexible working times & days (part-time) possible within those hours. It would be great to hear from you if you have Experience of working with children who have had to overcome barriers and difficult situations The ability to engage parents in supporting children at home by helping to set boundaries and managing behaviour The desire to go through training and deliver ideas so that ideas can be implemented. Passionate about working with young people in education Have a good understanding of what makes an effective intervention strategy Are committed to safeguarding young people and helping them overcome difficulties Are committed to ensuring students maximise every opportunity to achieve academically and personally Are able to work within a dynamic and challenging environment Have excellent communication and teamwork skills GSCEs in English and Maths at grade C/4 or above Whilst this role is similar to, it does differ from a support role in a mainstream setting, however, if you have experience as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA), Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Youth Support worker or similar, we would be interested in hearing from you. The role is offered on a 1-year fixed-term contract basis after a successful 60 trial period with the intention to offer permanent contracts from September 2025. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking for a role that offers training opportunities, progression opportunities within the organisation and to be part of a supportive organisation that has expansion plans in the near future. Elementa is the recruiting partner; therefore applicants being considered for the role after pre-screening will be required to complete the registration process for Elementa. This includes full vetting & background checks, satisfactory referencing and application for a DBS Enhanced Disclosure (which may be chargeable at £64.20) unless you have a current DBS on the update service. If you have the relevant skills and experience necessary for this role then please apply with your full up-to-date CV. Please ensure your CV is up-to-date and clearly defines your previous experience. All applicants will be promptly responded to.
Education Support Worker Central Bristol £110 £126 per day Empower young people in alternative education. An expanding network of inclusive, trauma-informed alternative provisions in central Bristol is seeking Education Support Worker to join their growing teams. These settings work with students aged 4 16 who have experienced disruption to their education and may be at risk of exclusion due to complex behavioural and emotional needs. With a strong focus on positive relationships, personalised learning, and restorative practice, these provisions offer a fresh start for young people in small, supportive settings. If you're passionate about helping young people re-engage with learning, this is your chance to make a real impact. The Role: Daily rate: £110 £126, Hours: Monday to Thursday 8.30am - 4.30pm, Fridays 3.30pm finish 1 Year contract and potentially permanent positions are available after a settling-in period Join an experienced, trauma-informed team Work 1:1 or in small staff-to-student ratios (e.g., 2:1 or 3:1) Support students with SEMH, Autism (ASC), and sensory processing differences Promote positive behaviour and resilience through relational, student-led approaches Essential Requirements: Experience supporting challenging behaviour in education, youth work, care, or similar fields Currently living in or near Bristol, with Right to Work in the UK Access to your own vehicle and business insurance An Enhanced DBS for the Child Workforce on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) Strong sense of empathy, emotional resilience, and a flexible approach to working across year groups Desirable (but not essential): Team Teach (Level 2) or similar positive behaviour support training Experience in SEMH or alternative provision settings Knowledge of trauma-informed practice, attachment theory, or restorative approaches Why Work With ANZUK Education: Local support from one of the most experienced education teams in the region Simple booking and communication via our custom app Access to regular CPD training and webinars Friendly community events with other professionals Transparent processes, fast support, and access to guaranteed work schemes Refer a friend and earn £100 after they work 10 days or gain a permanent role! anzuk is committed to equal opportunities. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Each person is assessed on merit alone. Please note: We cannot offer visa sponsorship for this role.
Jun 11, 2026
Contractor
Education Support Worker Central Bristol £110 £126 per day Empower young people in alternative education. An expanding network of inclusive, trauma-informed alternative provisions in central Bristol is seeking Education Support Worker to join their growing teams. These settings work with students aged 4 16 who have experienced disruption to their education and may be at risk of exclusion due to complex behavioural and emotional needs. With a strong focus on positive relationships, personalised learning, and restorative practice, these provisions offer a fresh start for young people in small, supportive settings. If you're passionate about helping young people re-engage with learning, this is your chance to make a real impact. The Role: Daily rate: £110 £126, Hours: Monday to Thursday 8.30am - 4.30pm, Fridays 3.30pm finish 1 Year contract and potentially permanent positions are available after a settling-in period Join an experienced, trauma-informed team Work 1:1 or in small staff-to-student ratios (e.g., 2:1 or 3:1) Support students with SEMH, Autism (ASC), and sensory processing differences Promote positive behaviour and resilience through relational, student-led approaches Essential Requirements: Experience supporting challenging behaviour in education, youth work, care, or similar fields Currently living in or near Bristol, with Right to Work in the UK Access to your own vehicle and business insurance An Enhanced DBS for the Child Workforce on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) Strong sense of empathy, emotional resilience, and a flexible approach to working across year groups Desirable (but not essential): Team Teach (Level 2) or similar positive behaviour support training Experience in SEMH or alternative provision settings Knowledge of trauma-informed practice, attachment theory, or restorative approaches Why Work With ANZUK Education: Local support from one of the most experienced education teams in the region Simple booking and communication via our custom app Access to regular CPD training and webinars Friendly community events with other professionals Transparent processes, fast support, and access to guaranteed work schemes Refer a friend and earn £100 after they work 10 days or gain a permanent role! anzuk is committed to equal opportunities. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Each person is assessed on merit alone. Please note: We cannot offer visa sponsorship for this role.
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full- Time 35 Hours Location: The successful candidate will be expected to regularly travel to the regional office based in Sheffield. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 23,542.56 per annum Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting them to make a difference in their community. The successful candidate will be part of a small team supporting the delivery of the agency's Participation Service. Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Planning family events and days out Forge close and productive working relationships with regional colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have some experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Some experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will have excellent communication skills, with an ability to build a strong rapport with both children and adults with an array of different needs and expectations Able to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour Good written skills with Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full- Time 35 Hours Location: The successful candidate will be expected to regularly travel to the regional office based in Sheffield. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 23,542.56 per annum Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting them to make a difference in their community. The successful candidate will be part of a small team supporting the delivery of the agency's Participation Service. Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Planning family events and days out Forge close and productive working relationships with regional colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have some experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Some experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will have excellent communication skills, with an ability to build a strong rapport with both children and adults with an array of different needs and expectations Able to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour Good written skills with Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
Location: Enfield Role: Family Support Worker Start date: July/ September School: SEMH Secondary School A specialist secondary SEMH school in North London is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Family Support Worker to join their safeguarding and welfare team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Family Support Worker, Educational Welfare Officer, Safeguarding Officer or community-based professional who is passionate about supporting vulnerable young people and their families. The school is a specialist provision supporting secondary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. The successful candidate will join a highly supportive team committed to improving outcomes for young people through strong relationships, therapeutic approaches and high expectations. Key Responsibilities Act as the first point of contact for families requiring additional support and guidance. Develop and deliver family support initiatives, workshops and parent engagement events. Work closely with external agencies and professionals to coordinate support for families. Support the school's safeguarding procedures and contribute as a key member of the safeguarding team. Assist with attendance monitoring and implement strategies to improve student attendance. Support the administration and monitoring of medication, first aid and student welfare needs. Maintain accurate safeguarding, attendance and welfare records. Liaise effectively with students, parents, staff and external professionals. Provide practical and emotional support to pupils and families facing challenges. Requirements Previous experience as a Family Support Worker, Educational Welfare Officer, Safeguarding Officer or within social care, youth work or community support services. Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and child protection responsibilities. Experience working with children, young people and families facing complex needs. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Ability to work effectively with external agencies and multi-disciplinary teams. Strong organisational and record-keeping skills. Experience of line management would be advantageous. If you are a motivated Family Support Worker looking for your next rewarding role, we would love to hear from you Timeplan Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. Timeplan education is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation." LONDON INDTPSEN
Jun 11, 2026
Contractor
Location: Enfield Role: Family Support Worker Start date: July/ September School: SEMH Secondary School A specialist secondary SEMH school in North London is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Family Support Worker to join their safeguarding and welfare team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Family Support Worker, Educational Welfare Officer, Safeguarding Officer or community-based professional who is passionate about supporting vulnerable young people and their families. The school is a specialist provision supporting secondary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. The successful candidate will join a highly supportive team committed to improving outcomes for young people through strong relationships, therapeutic approaches and high expectations. Key Responsibilities Act as the first point of contact for families requiring additional support and guidance. Develop and deliver family support initiatives, workshops and parent engagement events. Work closely with external agencies and professionals to coordinate support for families. Support the school's safeguarding procedures and contribute as a key member of the safeguarding team. Assist with attendance monitoring and implement strategies to improve student attendance. Support the administration and monitoring of medication, first aid and student welfare needs. Maintain accurate safeguarding, attendance and welfare records. Liaise effectively with students, parents, staff and external professionals. Provide practical and emotional support to pupils and families facing challenges. Requirements Previous experience as a Family Support Worker, Educational Welfare Officer, Safeguarding Officer or within social care, youth work or community support services. Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and child protection responsibilities. Experience working with children, young people and families facing complex needs. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Ability to work effectively with external agencies and multi-disciplinary teams. Strong organisational and record-keeping skills. Experience of line management would be advantageous. If you are a motivated Family Support Worker looking for your next rewarding role, we would love to hear from you Timeplan Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. Timeplan education is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation." LONDON INDTPSEN
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full- Time 35 Hours Location: The successful candidate will be expected to regularly travel to the regional office based in Sheffield. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 23,542.56 per annum Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting them to make a difference in their community. The successful candidate will be part of a small team supporting the delivery of the agency's Participation Service. Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Planning family events and days out Forge close and productive working relationships with regional colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have some experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Some experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will have excellent communication skills, with an ability to build a strong rapport with both children and adults with an array of different needs and expectations Able to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour Good written skills with Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full- Time 35 Hours Location: The successful candidate will be expected to regularly travel to the regional office based in Sheffield. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 23,542.56 per annum Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting them to make a difference in their community. The successful candidate will be part of a small team supporting the delivery of the agency's Participation Service. Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Planning family events and days out Forge close and productive working relationships with regional colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have some experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Some experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will have excellent communication skills, with an ability to build a strong rapport with both children and adults with an array of different needs and expectations Able to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour Good written skills with Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full- Time 35 Hours Location: The successful candidate will be expected to regularly travel to the regional office based in Sheffield. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 23,542.56 per annum Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting them to make a difference in their community. The successful candidate will be part of a small team supporting the delivery of the agency's Participation Service. Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Planning family events and days out Forge close and productive working relationships with regional colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have some experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Some experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will have excellent communication skills, with an ability to build a strong rapport with both children and adults with an array of different needs and expectations Able to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour Good written skills with Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full- Time 35 Hours Location: The successful candidate will be expected to regularly travel to the regional office based in Sheffield. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 23,542.56 per annum Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting them to make a difference in their community. The successful candidate will be part of a small team supporting the delivery of the agency's Participation Service. Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Planning family events and days out Forge close and productive working relationships with regional colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have some experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Some experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will have excellent communication skills, with an ability to build a strong rapport with both children and adults with an array of different needs and expectations Able to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour Good written skills with Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
Location (UK): Home-based with travel as detailed below. Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, occasional weekend and evening work. Salary: £30,635 per annum (rest of UK) Benefits: Read more about the excellent benefits we offer on our profile page. Contract type: Fixed term maternity cover until September 2027. Travel: Regular travel into Manchester as well as occasional travel across North West England (e.g. Liverpool), North Wales, North East England (e.g. Newcastle), and the UK for meetings, residentials and events as needed. Closing date: 23:59 hours, Sunday 28 June 2026 Join us and use your skills, knowledge, passion and energy to help us achieve a future free from arthritis. Are you passionate about improving the lives of children, young people and their families? Are you experienced in creating inspiring programmes and offering life-changing one-to-one support? Are you committed to putting children and young people at the heart of decision-making? About the role We are looking for a dynamic, creative, innovative team player to join our Young People and Families Service. This role will be based in the North West, as a homeworker, but will also support service delivery across the UK. As a Young People and Families Worker you will work with colleagues, partners, healthcare professionals, schools, volunteers, and - most importantly - young people and families to co-plan, deliver and evaluate a high quality, holistic support offer locally and nationally. You will help young people living with arthritis to build their confidence, make friends, and achieve their personal goals. This will be achieved by providing one-to-one support, linking young people and families to a community of peer support, and working with volunteers to co-deliver self-management activities. You will also co-design an exciting programme of online and in-person events, youth voice opportunities, and digital content. You will act as the bridge between young people, their families and professionals - especially in healthcare settings where you will play a unique role working collaboratively with multidisciplinary team partners to meet a range of needs. You will support young people during the pivotal transition from paediatric to adult services, making sure it is a time of empowerment and growth. About you If your knowledge, skills and experience include the following then we would love to hear from you: Experience of working with the third sector, preferably within the fields of youth/community development work and/or health and social care, with a passion for improving the lives of both children and young people as well as their families. Experience of delivering interventions to people living with long term conditions, understanding the importance of self-management. Experience of taking a person-centered approach when providing support. Experience of using a community development/youth work approach to co-design and deliver a quality service /project that is inclusive, inspiring and makes a difference. Engaging colleagues, funders, supporters and partners to make it happen. Knowledge and experience of safeguarding and safe working policies and procedures.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Location (UK): Home-based with travel as detailed below. Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, occasional weekend and evening work. Salary: £30,635 per annum (rest of UK) Benefits: Read more about the excellent benefits we offer on our profile page. Contract type: Fixed term maternity cover until September 2027. Travel: Regular travel into Manchester as well as occasional travel across North West England (e.g. Liverpool), North Wales, North East England (e.g. Newcastle), and the UK for meetings, residentials and events as needed. Closing date: 23:59 hours, Sunday 28 June 2026 Join us and use your skills, knowledge, passion and energy to help us achieve a future free from arthritis. Are you passionate about improving the lives of children, young people and their families? Are you experienced in creating inspiring programmes and offering life-changing one-to-one support? Are you committed to putting children and young people at the heart of decision-making? About the role We are looking for a dynamic, creative, innovative team player to join our Young People and Families Service. This role will be based in the North West, as a homeworker, but will also support service delivery across the UK. As a Young People and Families Worker you will work with colleagues, partners, healthcare professionals, schools, volunteers, and - most importantly - young people and families to co-plan, deliver and evaluate a high quality, holistic support offer locally and nationally. You will help young people living with arthritis to build their confidence, make friends, and achieve their personal goals. This will be achieved by providing one-to-one support, linking young people and families to a community of peer support, and working with volunteers to co-deliver self-management activities. You will also co-design an exciting programme of online and in-person events, youth voice opportunities, and digital content. You will act as the bridge between young people, their families and professionals - especially in healthcare settings where you will play a unique role working collaboratively with multidisciplinary team partners to meet a range of needs. You will support young people during the pivotal transition from paediatric to adult services, making sure it is a time of empowerment and growth. About you If your knowledge, skills and experience include the following then we would love to hear from you: Experience of working with the third sector, preferably within the fields of youth/community development work and/or health and social care, with a passion for improving the lives of both children and young people as well as their families. Experience of delivering interventions to people living with long term conditions, understanding the importance of self-management. Experience of taking a person-centered approach when providing support. Experience of using a community development/youth work approach to co-design and deliver a quality service /project that is inclusive, inspiring and makes a difference. Engaging colleagues, funders, supporters and partners to make it happen. Knowledge and experience of safeguarding and safe working policies and procedures.
Single Homeless Project has an opportunity for a Night Manager to join our experienced and committed teams based in Camden ?. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis . In return, you will receive a competitive salary starting at £34,127.11 and rising incrementally to £36,947.49 per annum. We re London s leading homelessness charity and we get things done. In a city where hundreds are forced into homelessness every day, our work has never been more needed or more challenging. And we re not shying away. We re rolling up our sleeves to make change and helping over 10,000 Londoners every year. We prevent homelessness, provide safe places to live and give people the opportunity to rebuild their lives and transform their futures. And we never give up. We re here for Londoners wherever they are on their journey. We start with trust, building relationships that help people feel safe, supported, and ready to move forward. Every day, we put people first in everything we do, challenging injustice and barriers that keep people from the safety, stability and opportunity they deserve. We stand alongside people as they rebuild and shape a future that feels their own. Joining Single Homeless Project means joining a team that s bold, compassionate and determined to do better for the people we support and for each other. You ll work alongside colleagues with lived experience, in a space that s trans-inclusive, disability-friendly, and actively striving to be anti-oppressive and equitable. We re not perfect, but we re real. We listen. We learn. And we push forward, together. Because this isn t just a job. It s a chance to lead with empathy, spark change, and help build a London where no one is left behind. About the Night Manager role: At Camden Young Person s High Support Accommodation Service, nights matter. They can be the point where worry, distress, conflict or risk comes to the surface - and where calm, skilled leadership can make all the difference. As Night Manager, you will lead the overnight service, making sure young people experience safety, consistency and support when they need it most. You will be the senior operational decision-maker overnight, leading the night team to respond confidently to incidents, safeguarding concerns, missing young people procedures, building safety, visitor access and any actions handed over from the day team. You ll work with a high level of independence, while knowing when to liaise with the on-call manager, emergency services or wider management team to keep young people, staff and the building safe. This is also a role about connection. You ll line manage, support and guide Night Workers, oversee locum or agency staff where needed, and make sure overnight learning, handovers and emerging themes are shared clearly with the Service Manager and wider team. Through trauma informed, strengths-based and psychologically informed practice, you ll help build a service where night and day support feels joined up, purposeful and ambitious for young people s futures. About you: You are calm, confident and steady under pressure, with the judgement to manage risk overnight and know when to escalate. You have experience supporting, supervising or leading staff in supported accommodation, youth work, social care, housing or a similar setting. You understand the needs, strengths and risks of young people in high support accommodation, including safeguarding, trauma, distress and non-engagement. You can create clear structure without losing warmth, building a team culture where staff feel supported, accountable and able to do their best work. You communicate clearly and confidently, with strong records, handovers and partnership working that help keep support joined up across day and night. Our attractive benefits package includes: A salary increase after successfully completing six month's probationary period A 37.5 hour working week including flexible working hours (core hours are 10am 4pm) in non-accommodation services 25 days annual leave, increasing annually to the maximum 30 days (plus paid Bank Holidays), A contributory pension scheme: Single Homeless Project will contribute the equivalent of 5% of your annual salary Staff Health Cash Plan and discounts scheme Comprehensive and integrated training programme designed specifically to develop the skills and knowledge involved in our work Closing date: Sunday 14th June at midnight Interview date: Tuesday 23rd June in person at a Young Person's Service This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed (by SHP) for the successful applicant. Please note applications are reviewed for AI use in application questions. Applications with insufficient right to work or requiring sponsorship will not be accepted or progressed. Don t miss out on this great opportunity to join the Single Homeless Project team please click apply now to become our Night Manager - we'd like to hear from you! Single Homeless Project is actively committed to equal opportunities and the promotion of diversity and inclusion, in all of our services and workplaces. We are also Disability Confident Committed and are IIP Silver accredited.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Single Homeless Project has an opportunity for a Night Manager to join our experienced and committed teams based in Camden ?. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis . In return, you will receive a competitive salary starting at £34,127.11 and rising incrementally to £36,947.49 per annum. We re London s leading homelessness charity and we get things done. In a city where hundreds are forced into homelessness every day, our work has never been more needed or more challenging. And we re not shying away. We re rolling up our sleeves to make change and helping over 10,000 Londoners every year. We prevent homelessness, provide safe places to live and give people the opportunity to rebuild their lives and transform their futures. And we never give up. We re here for Londoners wherever they are on their journey. We start with trust, building relationships that help people feel safe, supported, and ready to move forward. Every day, we put people first in everything we do, challenging injustice and barriers that keep people from the safety, stability and opportunity they deserve. We stand alongside people as they rebuild and shape a future that feels their own. Joining Single Homeless Project means joining a team that s bold, compassionate and determined to do better for the people we support and for each other. You ll work alongside colleagues with lived experience, in a space that s trans-inclusive, disability-friendly, and actively striving to be anti-oppressive and equitable. We re not perfect, but we re real. We listen. We learn. And we push forward, together. Because this isn t just a job. It s a chance to lead with empathy, spark change, and help build a London where no one is left behind. About the Night Manager role: At Camden Young Person s High Support Accommodation Service, nights matter. They can be the point where worry, distress, conflict or risk comes to the surface - and where calm, skilled leadership can make all the difference. As Night Manager, you will lead the overnight service, making sure young people experience safety, consistency and support when they need it most. You will be the senior operational decision-maker overnight, leading the night team to respond confidently to incidents, safeguarding concerns, missing young people procedures, building safety, visitor access and any actions handed over from the day team. You ll work with a high level of independence, while knowing when to liaise with the on-call manager, emergency services or wider management team to keep young people, staff and the building safe. This is also a role about connection. You ll line manage, support and guide Night Workers, oversee locum or agency staff where needed, and make sure overnight learning, handovers and emerging themes are shared clearly with the Service Manager and wider team. Through trauma informed, strengths-based and psychologically informed practice, you ll help build a service where night and day support feels joined up, purposeful and ambitious for young people s futures. About you: You are calm, confident and steady under pressure, with the judgement to manage risk overnight and know when to escalate. You have experience supporting, supervising or leading staff in supported accommodation, youth work, social care, housing or a similar setting. You understand the needs, strengths and risks of young people in high support accommodation, including safeguarding, trauma, distress and non-engagement. You can create clear structure without losing warmth, building a team culture where staff feel supported, accountable and able to do their best work. You communicate clearly and confidently, with strong records, handovers and partnership working that help keep support joined up across day and night. Our attractive benefits package includes: A salary increase after successfully completing six month's probationary period A 37.5 hour working week including flexible working hours (core hours are 10am 4pm) in non-accommodation services 25 days annual leave, increasing annually to the maximum 30 days (plus paid Bank Holidays), A contributory pension scheme: Single Homeless Project will contribute the equivalent of 5% of your annual salary Staff Health Cash Plan and discounts scheme Comprehensive and integrated training programme designed specifically to develop the skills and knowledge involved in our work Closing date: Sunday 14th June at midnight Interview date: Tuesday 23rd June in person at a Young Person's Service This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed (by SHP) for the successful applicant. Please note applications are reviewed for AI use in application questions. Applications with insufficient right to work or requiring sponsorship will not be accepted or progressed. Don t miss out on this great opportunity to join the Single Homeless Project team please click apply now to become our Night Manager - we'd like to hear from you! Single Homeless Project is actively committed to equal opportunities and the promotion of diversity and inclusion, in all of our services and workplaces. We are also Disability Confident Committed and are IIP Silver accredited.
About The Role Are you a Life Changer? Do you want to lean in and transform the life of a child? Compass Community puts children first through our therapeutic, innovative approach. Integrity, Courage and Care shape how we work. We listen deeply, challenge each other and fix what needs fixing, together. This is the work. And we d like you to be part of it. Work in a children s home that makes a positive, lasting difference to children s lives. This role is ideal for experienced Residential Workers or Youth Workers, as well as those with no previous experience who are looking to build a career in residential care. We are looking for determined, caring and thoughtful people to become long-lasting, significant adults in a child s life, and flexible hours, a bank support worker role with Compass could be for you. We are looking for someone who Is 22 years of age or above (to meet Ofsted regulations). Is caring, compassionate and able to build positive relationships with others. Has a valid manual driving licence. Can remain calm in challenging situations. Previous experience is not essential for this role. You will receive a comprehensive induction and ongoing training. What will I do as Bank Support Worker? Compass Homes are built around accepting a child as they are in a non-judgemental way. You will teach them to build self-esteem and accept themselves, helping with their journey into adulthood. You will work closely with children and young people in care, putting them at the centre of everything you do. You will create positive relationships with them, meeting their needs and always safeguarding them. You will meet a variety of children and young people, some of whom may require high levels of supervision and support. Using your experience and skills (further developed with our support and training), you will assist with the care of our children and young people, supporting them in all aspects of their lives including activities, hobbies and educational pursuits. Consistency and organisation skills are key: you will create timetables and set boundaries and expectations for the children. Why work for Compass Children s Homes? £60 per sleep in. Flexible working patterns. Win up to £150 in our monthly REACH Awards. We supply excellent support and professional supervision, plus regular training and further qualification opportunities. Compass knows how to make a house a home. We understand that a home can embody how we live and see ourselves, so our teams create a home environment that exceeds the children's needs, allowing them to express their characters, feel safe and enrich their lives. We pride ourselves on giving children who experience behavioural and emotional difficulties the highest quality care and substitute parenting. The successful applicants will be appointed subject to references and enhanced DBS check. Compass is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Above all we thrive on our ethos Potential Not Perfection , meaning we will consider ALL applications.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
About The Role Are you a Life Changer? Do you want to lean in and transform the life of a child? Compass Community puts children first through our therapeutic, innovative approach. Integrity, Courage and Care shape how we work. We listen deeply, challenge each other and fix what needs fixing, together. This is the work. And we d like you to be part of it. Work in a children s home that makes a positive, lasting difference to children s lives. This role is ideal for experienced Residential Workers or Youth Workers, as well as those with no previous experience who are looking to build a career in residential care. We are looking for determined, caring and thoughtful people to become long-lasting, significant adults in a child s life, and flexible hours, a bank support worker role with Compass could be for you. We are looking for someone who Is 22 years of age or above (to meet Ofsted regulations). Is caring, compassionate and able to build positive relationships with others. Has a valid manual driving licence. Can remain calm in challenging situations. Previous experience is not essential for this role. You will receive a comprehensive induction and ongoing training. What will I do as Bank Support Worker? Compass Homes are built around accepting a child as they are in a non-judgemental way. You will teach them to build self-esteem and accept themselves, helping with their journey into adulthood. You will work closely with children and young people in care, putting them at the centre of everything you do. You will create positive relationships with them, meeting their needs and always safeguarding them. You will meet a variety of children and young people, some of whom may require high levels of supervision and support. Using your experience and skills (further developed with our support and training), you will assist with the care of our children and young people, supporting them in all aspects of their lives including activities, hobbies and educational pursuits. Consistency and organisation skills are key: you will create timetables and set boundaries and expectations for the children. Why work for Compass Children s Homes? £60 per sleep in. Flexible working patterns. Win up to £150 in our monthly REACH Awards. We supply excellent support and professional supervision, plus regular training and further qualification opportunities. Compass knows how to make a house a home. We understand that a home can embody how we live and see ourselves, so our teams create a home environment that exceeds the children's needs, allowing them to express their characters, feel safe and enrich their lives. We pride ourselves on giving children who experience behavioural and emotional difficulties the highest quality care and substitute parenting. The successful applicants will be appointed subject to references and enhanced DBS check. Compass is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Above all we thrive on our ethos Potential Not Perfection , meaning we will consider ALL applications.
Business Process Analyst / Business Analyst (SAP S/4HANA) - Pharmaceutical - Macclesfield (hybrid) - Up to £500 p/day (Outside) We're partnering with a leading pharmaceutical enterprise, who are undergoing a major SAP S/4HANA transformation, and they're looking to strengthen their Centre of Process Excellence with a talented Process Analyst / Business Analyst.The RoleIn this role, you'll support the design and delivery of end-to-end business processes across a complex transformation programme. You'll play a key role in: Designing and mapping SAP S/4HANA processes across the business Collaborating with stakeholders to gather requirements and drive improvements Facilitating workshops with cross-functional teams Producing process documentation, flows, and SOPs Using BPM tools to model and optimise processes Supporting and enhancing process excellence standards and methodology About YouThis role would suit someone who has: Strong experience in process mapping and process improvement Exposure to SAP S/4HANA or wider ERP transformation programmes Experience using BPM tools/applications Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies To apply, please email Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Jun 11, 2026
Contractor
Business Process Analyst / Business Analyst (SAP S/4HANA) - Pharmaceutical - Macclesfield (hybrid) - Up to £500 p/day (Outside) We're partnering with a leading pharmaceutical enterprise, who are undergoing a major SAP S/4HANA transformation, and they're looking to strengthen their Centre of Process Excellence with a talented Process Analyst / Business Analyst.The RoleIn this role, you'll support the design and delivery of end-to-end business processes across a complex transformation programme. You'll play a key role in: Designing and mapping SAP S/4HANA processes across the business Collaborating with stakeholders to gather requirements and drive improvements Facilitating workshops with cross-functional teams Producing process documentation, flows, and SOPs Using BPM tools to model and optimise processes Supporting and enhancing process excellence standards and methodology About YouThis role would suit someone who has: Strong experience in process mapping and process improvement Exposure to SAP S/4HANA or wider ERP transformation programmes Experience using BPM tools/applications Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies To apply, please email Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Independent Living Advisor (Direct Payments) Salary: £30,000 per annum Hours: 35 hours per week Contract: Permanent Location: London, SW6 The Organisation The organisation was founded in 1979, and is one of London's leading Deaf and Disabled People's Organisations. As they believe in the social model of disability, their values and principles embrace inclusive and accessible ways of working both internally and in all their activities, seek the participation and contribution of their members, and encourage and respect diversity. The organisation is a medium sized charity with a Board of Trustees (at least 75% is disabled trustees), 20 staff and a strong ad hoc staff and volunteer base including many with direct experience of disability - all of whom are passionate about removing the barriers that disabled people face. The charity provides five key services. These are: Youth, Employment, Welfare Benefits, Independent Living and Our Place. Independent Living Service The Independent Living Service (Direct Payments) is a new service that will provide support to Direct Payment users within the borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. The service will enable disabled people to have genuine choice and control over the way in which they lead their lives. The post-holder will be working alongside disabled people to enable them to have more choice and control over their care and support needs. Purpose of Post To work with individuals, their family and friends (where appropriate) to provide them with information, advice and assistance to enable them to access and manage a Direct Payment (DP) and recruit and manage a Personal Assistant (PA). Main Duties and Responsibilities Support to individuals employing their own Personal (care) Assistant (PA) or engage an agency to deliver care and support. 1. Provide information and advice on becoming an employer and the role of the Personal Assistant. 2. Ensure that the client understands their legal obligations and responsibilities of being an employer. 3. Work with clients to: set up a profile on the Find-a-pa website, advertise and recruit a Personal Assistant, create a personalised job description and specification identify the level of experience and training requirements needed for the role. 4. Advise and help to calculate the PA's salary and on costs (full training provided). 5. Support the client through the interview process and where necessary sit in during interviews. 6. Support individuals to reference, check legal status and where necessary DBS their support worker. 7. Support individuals to set up an induction plan for their PA and enable them to identify training needs. 8. Support the client to complete payroll and insurance documentation. 9. Work with the client to draw up a Statement of Particular (contract) for the employed PA (templates provided). 10. Encourage DP employers to take a lead in all employment issues. Information on where to seek advice e.g. ACAS, Fish and Premier Care helpline will be given and clients will be encouraged to use them. 11. Ensure that the individual has a back-up plan for emergencies. 12. Encourage DP employers to be assertive and proactive with their Personal Assistants. 13. Work with agencies to set up support for clients who may not wish to employ a PA directly. Ongoing support to individuals in receipt of Direct Payments 1.Providing advice on employment issues. 2. Support individuals to solve practical problems e.g. lateness of staff, change of needs. 3. Support individuals to recruit again if necessary. 4. Assist individuals to re-look at budgets, training and job descriptions as they change over time. 5. Assist individuals to ensure that they continue to manage their Direct Payment or budget. 6. Support individuals to make informed choices. 7. Meet with the DP Support Group on a regular basis. 8. Assist in the development of training and other resources to support employers to manage their DP and their PA relationships. 9. Develop links and professional relationships with Social Work teams to support a healthy level of referrals. For all work: Work in a person-centred way. Comply with agreed policies and procedures. Participate in the wider development of the service and contribute to service improvement as required. Be computer literate and administratively self-supporting. Undertake any other reasonable duties as identified by the Direct Payments Lead or line manager. Special requirements Ability to travel within the London borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. Some attendance at meetings and events outside of normal office hours will be required. Person Specification To be considered for this role, candidates must have: Good standard of education. Experience of recruiting volunteers or staff. Knowledge of employment law. Understanding of social care and Direct Payments legislation. Experience/knowledge of supporting individuals to recruit and manage employees. Experience of working with clients with support needs. Experience of using a person-centred approach. Ability to think creatively and to come up with solutions. Ability to gather and assess information efficiently. Numeracy skills and knowledge of budgeting. Ability to use Word and Excel packages to a high standard. Ability to work under pressure, and to tight deadlines. A flexible approach and able to work on own initiative Good communication skills including interpersonal, written, presentational and spoken. Ability to guide in a sensitive way Ability to assess and match skills and personalities to individual needs and preferences. Commitment to the Social Model of Disability and to promote choice, independence, rights and inclusion. Understanding of and commitment to the aims of the organisation. Excellent practical understanding of the need for confidentiality. An understanding of equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice Desirable qualities Experience of working with disabled people Lived experience of disability Closing Date: Friday 10th July 2026 N.B. the employer reserves the right to close this vacancy early and/or begin interviewing before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Early applications are therefore encouraged. Interested? Please click 'Apply' and follow the job board process. You will receive an email from CHM Recruit containing further information on how to apply for the role. Please note that although you may be asked by the job board to upload a CV, you are not applying at this stage. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. The employer welcomes applicants from all walks of life. As a Disability Confident Employer, the charity actively encourages applications from Disabled people and people with long term health and mental conditions. They operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme in that they will guarantee an interview to all Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. Please state in a cover letter if you wish the employer to consider you for this guaranteed interview scheme. The organisation is a Living Wage Foundation registered employer and all of their employees, casual workers and contractors are paid above the London Living Wage. No agencies please.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Independent Living Advisor (Direct Payments) Salary: £30,000 per annum Hours: 35 hours per week Contract: Permanent Location: London, SW6 The Organisation The organisation was founded in 1979, and is one of London's leading Deaf and Disabled People's Organisations. As they believe in the social model of disability, their values and principles embrace inclusive and accessible ways of working both internally and in all their activities, seek the participation and contribution of their members, and encourage and respect diversity. The organisation is a medium sized charity with a Board of Trustees (at least 75% is disabled trustees), 20 staff and a strong ad hoc staff and volunteer base including many with direct experience of disability - all of whom are passionate about removing the barriers that disabled people face. The charity provides five key services. These are: Youth, Employment, Welfare Benefits, Independent Living and Our Place. Independent Living Service The Independent Living Service (Direct Payments) is a new service that will provide support to Direct Payment users within the borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. The service will enable disabled people to have genuine choice and control over the way in which they lead their lives. The post-holder will be working alongside disabled people to enable them to have more choice and control over their care and support needs. Purpose of Post To work with individuals, their family and friends (where appropriate) to provide them with information, advice and assistance to enable them to access and manage a Direct Payment (DP) and recruit and manage a Personal Assistant (PA). Main Duties and Responsibilities Support to individuals employing their own Personal (care) Assistant (PA) or engage an agency to deliver care and support. 1. Provide information and advice on becoming an employer and the role of the Personal Assistant. 2. Ensure that the client understands their legal obligations and responsibilities of being an employer. 3. Work with clients to: set up a profile on the Find-a-pa website, advertise and recruit a Personal Assistant, create a personalised job description and specification identify the level of experience and training requirements needed for the role. 4. Advise and help to calculate the PA's salary and on costs (full training provided). 5. Support the client through the interview process and where necessary sit in during interviews. 6. Support individuals to reference, check legal status and where necessary DBS their support worker. 7. Support individuals to set up an induction plan for their PA and enable them to identify training needs. 8. Support the client to complete payroll and insurance documentation. 9. Work with the client to draw up a Statement of Particular (contract) for the employed PA (templates provided). 10. Encourage DP employers to take a lead in all employment issues. Information on where to seek advice e.g. ACAS, Fish and Premier Care helpline will be given and clients will be encouraged to use them. 11. Ensure that the individual has a back-up plan for emergencies. 12. Encourage DP employers to be assertive and proactive with their Personal Assistants. 13. Work with agencies to set up support for clients who may not wish to employ a PA directly. Ongoing support to individuals in receipt of Direct Payments 1.Providing advice on employment issues. 2. Support individuals to solve practical problems e.g. lateness of staff, change of needs. 3. Support individuals to recruit again if necessary. 4. Assist individuals to re-look at budgets, training and job descriptions as they change over time. 5. Assist individuals to ensure that they continue to manage their Direct Payment or budget. 6. Support individuals to make informed choices. 7. Meet with the DP Support Group on a regular basis. 8. Assist in the development of training and other resources to support employers to manage their DP and their PA relationships. 9. Develop links and professional relationships with Social Work teams to support a healthy level of referrals. For all work: Work in a person-centred way. Comply with agreed policies and procedures. Participate in the wider development of the service and contribute to service improvement as required. Be computer literate and administratively self-supporting. Undertake any other reasonable duties as identified by the Direct Payments Lead or line manager. Special requirements Ability to travel within the London borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. Some attendance at meetings and events outside of normal office hours will be required. Person Specification To be considered for this role, candidates must have: Good standard of education. Experience of recruiting volunteers or staff. Knowledge of employment law. Understanding of social care and Direct Payments legislation. Experience/knowledge of supporting individuals to recruit and manage employees. Experience of working with clients with support needs. Experience of using a person-centred approach. Ability to think creatively and to come up with solutions. Ability to gather and assess information efficiently. Numeracy skills and knowledge of budgeting. Ability to use Word and Excel packages to a high standard. Ability to work under pressure, and to tight deadlines. A flexible approach and able to work on own initiative Good communication skills including interpersonal, written, presentational and spoken. Ability to guide in a sensitive way Ability to assess and match skills and personalities to individual needs and preferences. Commitment to the Social Model of Disability and to promote choice, independence, rights and inclusion. Understanding of and commitment to the aims of the organisation. Excellent practical understanding of the need for confidentiality. An understanding of equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice Desirable qualities Experience of working with disabled people Lived experience of disability Closing Date: Friday 10th July 2026 N.B. the employer reserves the right to close this vacancy early and/or begin interviewing before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Early applications are therefore encouraged. Interested? Please click 'Apply' and follow the job board process. You will receive an email from CHM Recruit containing further information on how to apply for the role. Please note that although you may be asked by the job board to upload a CV, you are not applying at this stage. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. The employer welcomes applicants from all walks of life. As a Disability Confident Employer, the charity actively encourages applications from Disabled people and people with long term health and mental conditions. They operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme in that they will guarantee an interview to all Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. Please state in a cover letter if you wish the employer to consider you for this guaranteed interview scheme. The organisation is a Living Wage Foundation registered employer and all of their employees, casual workers and contractors are paid above the London Living Wage. No agencies please.
SEMH Teaching Assistant / Behaviour Support Specialist Location: Islington Start Date: September 2026 Full-Time Monday - Friday All-age setting: supporting children aged 4-16 years Pay rate: £95 - £105 per day Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people who need it most in Islington? We are an SEMH/EBD specialist SEN school in Islington seeking resilient, empathetic, and committed individuals to join our team. This role is ideal for people who understand the realities many of our students face and can build strong, trusting relationships that support positive change. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in: Mentoring or youth work Counselling or therapeutic support Supporting children with challenging behaviour Working with Looked After Children (LAC) Supporting young people vulnerable to gang involvement or exploitation Working with children affected by drug-related environments or poverty Trauma-informed practice and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) Behaviour support or intervention roles Community outreach or support intervention programmes Sports coaching or activity-based youth engagement This role suits individuals who bring real-world understanding, patience, and consistency. Many of our students in Islington have experienced disruption, instability, or trauma, and need adults who can provide structure, boundaries, and genuine care. What we're looking for: Strong relationship-building skills Calm, confident approach to behaviour management Ability to engage and motivate hard-to-reach young people A team player with a proactive mindset Urban-minded individuals who can relate to the backgrounds of our students What you'll be doing: Supporting students with SEMH needs in and out of the classroom Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviour Acting as a positive role model and mentor Delivering targeted interventions and support strategies Working closely with teaching staff and external professionals This is more than a job - it's an opportunity to positively impact lives and help young people in Islington re-engage with education and their futures. If you have the experience, resilience, and drive to support vulnerable young people in an urban SEMH setting in Islington, we want to hear from you.
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
SEMH Teaching Assistant / Behaviour Support Specialist Location: Islington Start Date: September 2026 Full-Time Monday - Friday All-age setting: supporting children aged 4-16 years Pay rate: £95 - £105 per day Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people who need it most in Islington? We are an SEMH/EBD specialist SEN school in Islington seeking resilient, empathetic, and committed individuals to join our team. This role is ideal for people who understand the realities many of our students face and can build strong, trusting relationships that support positive change. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in: Mentoring or youth work Counselling or therapeutic support Supporting children with challenging behaviour Working with Looked After Children (LAC) Supporting young people vulnerable to gang involvement or exploitation Working with children affected by drug-related environments or poverty Trauma-informed practice and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) Behaviour support or intervention roles Community outreach or support intervention programmes Sports coaching or activity-based youth engagement This role suits individuals who bring real-world understanding, patience, and consistency. Many of our students in Islington have experienced disruption, instability, or trauma, and need adults who can provide structure, boundaries, and genuine care. What we're looking for: Strong relationship-building skills Calm, confident approach to behaviour management Ability to engage and motivate hard-to-reach young people A team player with a proactive mindset Urban-minded individuals who can relate to the backgrounds of our students What you'll be doing: Supporting students with SEMH needs in and out of the classroom Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviour Acting as a positive role model and mentor Delivering targeted interventions and support strategies Working closely with teaching staff and external professionals This is more than a job - it's an opportunity to positively impact lives and help young people in Islington re-engage with education and their futures. If you have the experience, resilience, and drive to support vulnerable young people in an urban SEMH setting in Islington, we want to hear from you.
SEND Tutor & Learning Mentor - Transition from School Support to 1:1 Tuition Wokingham & Surrounding Areas 25- 35 per hour Flexible Part-Time & Full-Time Opportunities Please note: Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role. Are you currently working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or SEND Support Worker and considering a move away from a traditional classroom-based role at the end of this academic year? Quantum Scholars is expanding its team of SEND Tutors and Learning Mentors ahead of September 2026 and is seeking experienced SEND professionals to deliver personalised one-to-one tuition and support for children and young people across Wokingham and the surrounding areas. With a significant increase in contracted SEND tuition expected from September 2026, we are looking to build a team of dedicated practitioners who are passionate about supporting students with additional needs through highly personalised learning programmes. A Different Way to Use Your SEND Experience This role offers the opportunity to move beyond whole-class support and work directly with individual students, helping them build confidence, engage with learning and make meaningful progress. Many of the students we support are unable to access mainstream education and receive Education Otherwise Than At School (EOTAS) provision. Sessions are typically delivered on a one-to-one basis within the student's home, with parents or carers present throughout. Students may present with: Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs Anxiety and emotionally based school avoidance Trauma-related difficulties Medical needs Additional learning needs The Role Delivering personalised 1:1 SEND tuition and support Building positive and trusting relationships with students Supporting engagement, confidence and emotional wellbeing Adapting learning activities to meet individual needs Providing feedback on student progress and engagement Who This Role Would Suit Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) Teaching Assistants (TAs) SEND Support Workers Learning Mentors Behaviour Mentors Youth Workers Tutors with SEND experience Why Join Quantum Scholars? 25- 35 per hour depending on experience Significant volume of contracted SEND tuition available from September 2026 Flexible opportunities ranging from part-time sessions to full-time timetables Meaningful one-to-one work with students who benefit from personalised support A chance to develop specialist SEND and alternative provision experience Ongoing support from an experienced education team Requirements Experience supporting children or young people with SEND Strong communication and relationship-building skills A patient, adaptable and nurturing approach Confidence working independently on a one-to-one basis Commitment to safeguarding and positive outcomes for young people
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
SEND Tutor & Learning Mentor - Transition from School Support to 1:1 Tuition Wokingham & Surrounding Areas 25- 35 per hour Flexible Part-Time & Full-Time Opportunities Please note: Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role. Are you currently working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or SEND Support Worker and considering a move away from a traditional classroom-based role at the end of this academic year? Quantum Scholars is expanding its team of SEND Tutors and Learning Mentors ahead of September 2026 and is seeking experienced SEND professionals to deliver personalised one-to-one tuition and support for children and young people across Wokingham and the surrounding areas. With a significant increase in contracted SEND tuition expected from September 2026, we are looking to build a team of dedicated practitioners who are passionate about supporting students with additional needs through highly personalised learning programmes. A Different Way to Use Your SEND Experience This role offers the opportunity to move beyond whole-class support and work directly with individual students, helping them build confidence, engage with learning and make meaningful progress. Many of the students we support are unable to access mainstream education and receive Education Otherwise Than At School (EOTAS) provision. Sessions are typically delivered on a one-to-one basis within the student's home, with parents or carers present throughout. Students may present with: Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs Anxiety and emotionally based school avoidance Trauma-related difficulties Medical needs Additional learning needs The Role Delivering personalised 1:1 SEND tuition and support Building positive and trusting relationships with students Supporting engagement, confidence and emotional wellbeing Adapting learning activities to meet individual needs Providing feedback on student progress and engagement Who This Role Would Suit Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) Teaching Assistants (TAs) SEND Support Workers Learning Mentors Behaviour Mentors Youth Workers Tutors with SEND experience Why Join Quantum Scholars? 25- 35 per hour depending on experience Significant volume of contracted SEND tuition available from September 2026 Flexible opportunities ranging from part-time sessions to full-time timetables Meaningful one-to-one work with students who benefit from personalised support A chance to develop specialist SEND and alternative provision experience Ongoing support from an experienced education team Requirements Experience supporting children or young people with SEND Strong communication and relationship-building skills A patient, adaptable and nurturing approach Confidence working independently on a one-to-one basis Commitment to safeguarding and positive outcomes for young people
This is a fantastic opportunity to support our Grant Fundraising programme. We are in a key point of our strategy, expanding our programmes to support more young people than ever before. To do this, we need to focus on building on the success of our grants programme to expand our income. The role will work closely with the Head of Fundraising and Communications to build on our existing grant programme. They will focus on researching new opportunities, liaising with the delivery team for project ideas and working with them to create impact reports, and taking the lead on lower level grant applications. This role is part funded by The National Lottery Community Fund. Responsibilities Grant Applications Write fundraising applications for grants under £10,000. Support the development of our unrestricted and core application to send to family foundations. Support the Head of Fundraising and Communications with larger grant applications. Research and Prospecting Create pipeline of potential funders Work with the delivery teams to create a list of potential projects to fund. Stewardship Create and send detailed impact reports to funders on time and in line with their requirements Build and maintain meaningful relationships with our supporters CRM Management Person Specification Experience Working in a similar events or fundraising role Working with people and building up relationships across different audiences Knowledge Funding and charitable sectors Proven track record of developing and managing relationships Aware of opportunities in the local area Computer literate in MS Office Previous use of CRM systems Essential Skills and Competencies Outstanding writing skills and ability to write clearly and concisely Outstanding organisational skills and attention to detail Outstanding communication skills Outstanding networker capable of developing relationships Able to plan, prioritise and manage a varied workload Ability to work well under pressure and to deadlines Able to effectively represent Youth Options and promote core brand messages A creative thinker who can bring fresh outlook and ideas Collaborative, able to work in a small, informal team
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
This is a fantastic opportunity to support our Grant Fundraising programme. We are in a key point of our strategy, expanding our programmes to support more young people than ever before. To do this, we need to focus on building on the success of our grants programme to expand our income. The role will work closely with the Head of Fundraising and Communications to build on our existing grant programme. They will focus on researching new opportunities, liaising with the delivery team for project ideas and working with them to create impact reports, and taking the lead on lower level grant applications. This role is part funded by The National Lottery Community Fund. Responsibilities Grant Applications Write fundraising applications for grants under £10,000. Support the development of our unrestricted and core application to send to family foundations. Support the Head of Fundraising and Communications with larger grant applications. Research and Prospecting Create pipeline of potential funders Work with the delivery teams to create a list of potential projects to fund. Stewardship Create and send detailed impact reports to funders on time and in line with their requirements Build and maintain meaningful relationships with our supporters CRM Management Person Specification Experience Working in a similar events or fundraising role Working with people and building up relationships across different audiences Knowledge Funding and charitable sectors Proven track record of developing and managing relationships Aware of opportunities in the local area Computer literate in MS Office Previous use of CRM systems Essential Skills and Competencies Outstanding writing skills and ability to write clearly and concisely Outstanding organisational skills and attention to detail Outstanding communication skills Outstanding networker capable of developing relationships Able to plan, prioritise and manage a varied workload Ability to work well under pressure and to deadlines Able to effectively represent Youth Options and promote core brand messages A creative thinker who can bring fresh outlook and ideas Collaborative, able to work in a small, informal team
Independent Living Advisor (Direct Payments) Salary: £30,000 per annum Hours: 35 hours per week Contract: Permanent Location: Action on Disability, Mo Mowlam House, Clem Attlee Court, London, SW6 7BF The Organisation Action on Disability (AoD), founded in 1979, is one of London s leading Deaf and Disabled People s Organisations. As we believe in the social model of disability, our values and principles embrace inclusive and accessible ways of working both internally and in all our activities, seek the participation and contribution of our members, and encourage and respect diversity. The organisation is a medium sized charity with a Board of Trustees (at least 75% is disabled trustees), 20 staff and a strong ad hoc staff and volunteer base including many with direct experience of disability all of whom are passionate about removing the barriers that disabled people face. AoD provides five key services. These are: Youth, Employment, Welfare Benefits, Independent Living and Our Place. AoD s Independent Living Service The Independent Living Service (Direct Payments) is a new service that will provide support to Direct Payment users within the borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. The service will enable disabled people to have genuine choice and control over the way in which they lead their lives.The post-holder will be working alongside disabled people to enable them to have more choice and control over their care and support needs. Purpose of Post To work with individuals, their family and friends (where appropriate) to provide them with information, advice and assistance to enable them to access and manage a Direct Payment (DP) and recruit and manage a Personal Assistant (PA). Main Duties and Responsibilities Support to individuals employing their own Personal (care) Assistant (PA) or engage an agency to deliver care and support. 1. Provide information and advice on becoming an employer and the role of the Personal Assistant. 2. Ensure that the client understands their legal obligations and responsibilities of being an employer. 3. Work with clients to: set up a profile on the Find-a-pa website, advertise and recruit a Personal Assistant, create a personalised job description and specification identify the level of experience and training requirements needed for the role. 4. Advise and help to calculate the PA s salary and on costs (full training provided). 5. Support the client through the interview process and where necessary sit in during interviews. 6. Support individuals to reference, check legal status and where necessary DBS their support worker. 7. Support individuals to set up an induction plan for their PA and enable them to identify training needs. 8. Support the client to complete payroll and insurance documentation. 9. Work with the client to draw up a Statement of Particular (contract) for the employed PA (templates provided). 10. Encourage DP employers to take a lead in all employment issues. Information on where to seek advice e.g. ACAS, Fish and Premier Care helpline will be given and clients will be encouraged to use them. 11. Ensure that the individual has a back-up plan for emergencies. 12. Encourage DP employers to be assertive and proactive with their Personal Assistants. 13. Work with agencies to set up support for clients who may not wish to employ a PA directly. Ongoing support to individuals in receipt of Direct Payments 1.Providing advice on employment issues. 2. Support individuals to solve practical problems e.g. lateness of staff, change of needs. 3. Support individuals to recruit again if necessary. 4. Assist individuals to re-look at budgets, training and job descriptions as they change over time. 5. Assist individuals to ensure that they continue to manage their Direct Payment or budget. 6. Support individuals to make informed choices. 7. Meet with the DP Support Group on a regular basis. 8. Assist in the development of training and other resources to support employers to manage their DP and their PA relationships. 9. Develop links and professional relationships with Social Work teams to support a healthy level of referrals. For all work: Work in a person-centred way. Comply with AoD s agreed policies and procedures. Participate in the wider development of the service and contribute to service improvement as required. Be computer literate and administratively self-supporting. Undertake any other reasonable duties as identified by the Direct Payments Lead or line manager. Special requirements Ability to travel within the London borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. Some attendance at meetings and events outside of normal office hours will be required. Person Specification To be considered for this role, candidates must have: Good standard of education. Experience of recruiting volunteers or staff. Knowledge of employment law. Understanding of social care and Direct Payments legislation. Experience/knowledge of supporting individuals to recruit and manage employees. Experience of working with clients with support needs. Experience of using a person-centred approach. Ability to think creatively and to come up with solutions. Ability to gather and assess information efficiently. Numeracy skills and knowledge of budgeting. Ability to use Word and Excel packages to a high standard. Ability to work under pressure, and to tight deadlines. A flexible approach and able to work on own initiative Good communication skills including interpersonal, written, presentational and spoken. Ability to guide in a sensitive way Ability to assess and match skills and personalities to individual needs and preferences. Commitment to the Social Model of Disability and to promote choice, independence, rights and inclusion. Understanding of and commitment to the aims of the organisation. Excellent practical understanding of the need for confidentiality. An understanding of equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice Desirable qualities Experience of working with disabled people Lived experience of disability Closing Date: Friday 10th July 2026 N.B. we reserve the right to close this vacancy early and/or begin interviewing before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Early applications are therefore encouraged. If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. We welcome applicants from all walks of life. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from Disabled people and people with long term health and mental conditions. We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme in that we will guarantee an interview to all Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. Please state in a cover letter if you wish us to consider you for this guaranteed interview scheme. AoD is a Living Wage Foundation registered employer and all of our employees, casual workers and contractors are paid above the London Living Wage. No agencies please.
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Independent Living Advisor (Direct Payments) Salary: £30,000 per annum Hours: 35 hours per week Contract: Permanent Location: Action on Disability, Mo Mowlam House, Clem Attlee Court, London, SW6 7BF The Organisation Action on Disability (AoD), founded in 1979, is one of London s leading Deaf and Disabled People s Organisations. As we believe in the social model of disability, our values and principles embrace inclusive and accessible ways of working both internally and in all our activities, seek the participation and contribution of our members, and encourage and respect diversity. The organisation is a medium sized charity with a Board of Trustees (at least 75% is disabled trustees), 20 staff and a strong ad hoc staff and volunteer base including many with direct experience of disability all of whom are passionate about removing the barriers that disabled people face. AoD provides five key services. These are: Youth, Employment, Welfare Benefits, Independent Living and Our Place. AoD s Independent Living Service The Independent Living Service (Direct Payments) is a new service that will provide support to Direct Payment users within the borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. The service will enable disabled people to have genuine choice and control over the way in which they lead their lives.The post-holder will be working alongside disabled people to enable them to have more choice and control over their care and support needs. Purpose of Post To work with individuals, their family and friends (where appropriate) to provide them with information, advice and assistance to enable them to access and manage a Direct Payment (DP) and recruit and manage a Personal Assistant (PA). Main Duties and Responsibilities Support to individuals employing their own Personal (care) Assistant (PA) or engage an agency to deliver care and support. 1. Provide information and advice on becoming an employer and the role of the Personal Assistant. 2. Ensure that the client understands their legal obligations and responsibilities of being an employer. 3. Work with clients to: set up a profile on the Find-a-pa website, advertise and recruit a Personal Assistant, create a personalised job description and specification identify the level of experience and training requirements needed for the role. 4. Advise and help to calculate the PA s salary and on costs (full training provided). 5. Support the client through the interview process and where necessary sit in during interviews. 6. Support individuals to reference, check legal status and where necessary DBS their support worker. 7. Support individuals to set up an induction plan for their PA and enable them to identify training needs. 8. Support the client to complete payroll and insurance documentation. 9. Work with the client to draw up a Statement of Particular (contract) for the employed PA (templates provided). 10. Encourage DP employers to take a lead in all employment issues. Information on where to seek advice e.g. ACAS, Fish and Premier Care helpline will be given and clients will be encouraged to use them. 11. Ensure that the individual has a back-up plan for emergencies. 12. Encourage DP employers to be assertive and proactive with their Personal Assistants. 13. Work with agencies to set up support for clients who may not wish to employ a PA directly. Ongoing support to individuals in receipt of Direct Payments 1.Providing advice on employment issues. 2. Support individuals to solve practical problems e.g. lateness of staff, change of needs. 3. Support individuals to recruit again if necessary. 4. Assist individuals to re-look at budgets, training and job descriptions as they change over time. 5. Assist individuals to ensure that they continue to manage their Direct Payment or budget. 6. Support individuals to make informed choices. 7. Meet with the DP Support Group on a regular basis. 8. Assist in the development of training and other resources to support employers to manage their DP and their PA relationships. 9. Develop links and professional relationships with Social Work teams to support a healthy level of referrals. For all work: Work in a person-centred way. Comply with AoD s agreed policies and procedures. Participate in the wider development of the service and contribute to service improvement as required. Be computer literate and administratively self-supporting. Undertake any other reasonable duties as identified by the Direct Payments Lead or line manager. Special requirements Ability to travel within the London borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. Some attendance at meetings and events outside of normal office hours will be required. Person Specification To be considered for this role, candidates must have: Good standard of education. Experience of recruiting volunteers or staff. Knowledge of employment law. Understanding of social care and Direct Payments legislation. Experience/knowledge of supporting individuals to recruit and manage employees. Experience of working with clients with support needs. Experience of using a person-centred approach. Ability to think creatively and to come up with solutions. Ability to gather and assess information efficiently. Numeracy skills and knowledge of budgeting. Ability to use Word and Excel packages to a high standard. Ability to work under pressure, and to tight deadlines. A flexible approach and able to work on own initiative Good communication skills including interpersonal, written, presentational and spoken. Ability to guide in a sensitive way Ability to assess and match skills and personalities to individual needs and preferences. Commitment to the Social Model of Disability and to promote choice, independence, rights and inclusion. Understanding of and commitment to the aims of the organisation. Excellent practical understanding of the need for confidentiality. An understanding of equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice Desirable qualities Experience of working with disabled people Lived experience of disability Closing Date: Friday 10th July 2026 N.B. we reserve the right to close this vacancy early and/or begin interviewing before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Early applications are therefore encouraged. If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. We welcome applicants from all walks of life. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from Disabled people and people with long term health and mental conditions. We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme in that we will guarantee an interview to all Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. Please state in a cover letter if you wish us to consider you for this guaranteed interview scheme. AoD is a Living Wage Foundation registered employer and all of our employees, casual workers and contractors are paid above the London Living Wage. No agencies please.
