824 children and young people support worker jobs found

Therapeutic Education practitioner Do you have a background in SEMH, SEBD or ASD? Have you had experience with challenging behaviour? Do you have Team Teach or MAPA training? Have you covered lesson? Experience tutoring or teaching small groups? This specialist school based in East London is looking for a special needs Therapeutic Education practitioner with experience of working with challenging children and young people.  This is a specialist PRU school that caters for young people who have been excluded or at risk of being excluded from a mainstream school. Therapeutic Education practitioners will have the opportunity to work in this outstanding school with an international reputation in special education expertise, curriculum and resources.  Therapeutic Education practitioners must have experience working with mental health problems and complex SEN needs. This school believes that all young people should be provided with appropriate education in a safe, stable, containing...

Compliance & Sales Support Administrator | Education Recruitment (Temporary) Principal are seeking a Compliance & Sales Support Administrator to support the business through a particularly busy period of growth. This is a temporary, hourly-paid role, created to support peak activity across our Compliance and Sales functions. For the right person, there is a clear opportunity for longer-term or permanent employment as the business continues to scale. About the Company Principal is a recruitment agency specialising in the education sector, founded to do things differently. In the same way that Uber uses technology to connect drivers and customers, Principal’s native app creates a direct connection between candidates and clients, 24/7/365. The result is a more efficient, fairer, and less biased way of working. We believe this market-leading technology gives us a genuine edge in an industry where many agencies say and do the same thing. The Role This is a dynamic,...

Physical education teacher Location: Tunbridge Wells Contract: Temporary (with potential for longer-term opportunities) Start Date: April 2026 Pay: £130 to £200 per day (dependent upon experience, training, qualifications) Are you a qualified PE Teacher with a passion for engaging young people with sport? Term Time Teachers is currently recruiting an experienced and energetic P.E. teacher for a school in Tunbridge Wells. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic and committed PE teacher who will deliver high quality lessons. About the Role: Teaching Physical Education to Key Stage 3, 4 and 5 students. Delivering high-quality, engaging PE lessons Creating and delivering lesson plans to meet a range of abilities Managing behaviour effectively and creating a positive learning environmentWhat You Need: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Experience teaching PE in a UK secondary school setting An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willing to apply for one) Hold the...

Physical education teacher Location: Sevenoaks Contract: Temporary (with potential for longer-term opportunities) Start Date: April 2026 Pay: £130 to £200 per day (dependent upon experience, training, qualifications) Are you a qualified PE Teacher with a passion for engaging young people with sport? Term Time Teachers is currently recruiting an experienced and energetic P.E. teacher for the Sevenoaks area. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic and committed PE teacher who will deliver high quality lessons. About the Role: Teaching Physical Education to Key Stage 3, 4 and 5 students. Delivering high-quality, engaging PE lessons Creating and delivering lesson plans to meet a range of abilities Managing behaviour effectively and creating a positive learning environmentWhat You Need: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Experience teaching PE in a UK secondary school setting An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willing to apply for one) Hold the right to work In...

Join Our Team as a Teaching Assistant in Llanelli and Ammanford! Teaching Personnel is looking for enthusiastic and committed Welsh Medium and English-medium Teaching Assistants to support primary schools across Llanelli and Ammanford. If you’re passionate about helping children learn and want a rewarding role with consistent, guaranteed work, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Who We’re Looking For We welcome applications from individuals with experience or interest in: Childcare or nursery work Youth work Support work Coaching or mentoring Sociology, psychology or education studies Any role involving supporting children or young people Fluent Welsh Speakers desirable, but not essential! No formal TA qualification is required — just a positive attitude, reliability, and a desire to make a difference. What We Offer £89.38 per day - £100 per day depending on experience Guaranteed Work Scheme for dependable, regular income dependent on experience...

Inspire. Support. Empower. The Supply Register are proud to be working in partnership with Prospere Multi Academy Trust. We are currently seeking dedicated and resilient Teachers to join our team, providing flexible support across the schools in both long term and short term positions. We are looking for a long term, full time teachers to start February 2026 of after the Easter break, to join a vibrant and inclusive special educational needs school committed to making a difference in the lives of young people with Special educational needs. As a teacher with the Prospere Trust SEN Schools, you'll play a vital role in creating a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment for pupils with a range of learning difficulties, autism spectrum conditions, and social, emotional or mental health needs. Schools within the Trust: Prospect House Primary SEN Piper Hill Secondary SEN Pioneer House Secondary SEN Orchard House Secondary SEN Pear Tree School Camberwell park Primary SEN...

Biology Teacher (Secondary)  Location: Watford, Hertfordshire Contract: Full-time, Permanent Start date: September 2026 Salary: £34,398 – £52,490 (M1–U3, in line with teacher pay scales) Are you an ambitious Biology Teacher looking to join a high-performing and supportive secondary school? Teach Now is working in partnership with an over-subscribed, non-selective Academy in Watford to appoint a passionate Biology Teacher from September 2026. This coeducational secondary school and sixth form hold academy status and has been consistently rated “Good” by Ofsted since 2012, with its most recent inspection in November 2024. The school welcomes every student, setting no barriers to entry and making no presumptions about academic or social background. Its inclusive ethos, high expectations and strong academic outcomes make it a thriving and forward-thinking environment. The Academy operates from a modern school building with excellent, state-of-the-art facilities, providing an...

SEND Support Workers & Teaching Assistants - SEND Schools - Greenwich Based in Greenwich Full-time We are currently looking for an experienced SEND Care Support Worker/Teaching Assistant who is a dedicated and passionate individual looking for a long-term role in SEND school setting. Our school caters for children and young people from 5-19 years old with varied SEND needs such as Profound Multiple learning difficulties, Emotional and Behavioural difficulties, severe learning difficulties and speech and language communication difficulties. The ideal candidate would have experience with care-based support, experience with personal care, feeding, moving, and handling is desirable. Your role as Care Support Worker will be to support pupils with their learning development and care needs while at school. Job Responsibilities Experience supporting young adults with learning difficulties and disabilities Experience or willingness to assist with personal care Excellent...

RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKERS WANTED – BRECON AREA Location: Brecon Start Date: Immediate Salary: From £13.69 p/h Shift Patterns: Night Shifts | Long Days | Short Days – all flexible and well paid! Got a calm head and a big heart? Ready to support amazing young people with ALN and behavioural needs? ⏰ Looking for work that’s flexible, fulfilling, and financially rewarding? Then you might just be who we’re looking for! At TeacherActive, we’re searching for dedicated, compassionate individuals to join our team of residential support legends in the Brecon area. You'll be helping young people with additional learning needs (ALN) and challenging behaviours feel safe, supported, and understood. Whether you're after night shifts, long days, or short bursts of brilliance, we’ve got roles to fit your life – and they all come with great pay and genuine impact. ️ What You’ll Need: ✅ A calm, patient approach with a good sense of humour ✅ Willingness to learn and adapt to...

SEN Teaching Assistant (Year 4) Contract Type: Full-time Temporary Work Start Date: March 2026 Salary: £100 – £105 per day Location: Radlett, Hertfordshire About the Role: We are recruiting on behalf of a welcoming, community-focused Jewish primary school in Radlett for a Year 4 SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team until the end of the academic year. This is a fantastic opportunity to support a well-behaved and enthusiastic class of 28 pupils in Key Stage 2. You will work closely with the Year 4 Class Teacher to support teaching and learning, with a particular focus on providing additional support to pupils with special educational needs. Your role will include working with small groups and individual pupils to reinforce learning, supporting classroom routines, promoting positive behaviour, and helping pupils to engage confidently in lessons. You will also assist with preparing resources and providing pastoral support to ensure pupils feel safe, supported and included....

Are you experienced in mentoring, behaviour support, or working with young people with additional needs? If so, this exciting opportunity in Ealing could be perfect for you. A vibrant and welcoming primary school in Ealing is seeking a committed Youth Worker / Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional learning needs across Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive school community within Ealing where staff work collaboratively to help pupils thrive. Key Details Position: Youth Worker / Teaching Assistant (KS1 or KS2 support) Location: Ealing, West London Start Date: February 2026 Contract Type: Long-term Working Pattern: Full Time About the School This welcoming Ealing primary school is known for its strong community ethos and nurturing environment. Staff work collaboratively to ensure pupils feel safe, supported, and able to achieve their full potential. Exceptional support from an experienced SEN team and leadership A...

Nursery Practitioner (Level 3 Preferred) – Maternity Cover Contract: Full Time, Temporary (Maternity Cover) Working Pattern: Year-Round Role – 48 Weeks Shifts: 9:00am–5:00pm or 10:00am–6:00pm Teach Now Recruitment is delighted to be working with a vibrant, well-established nursery in Haringey to recruit an experienced Nursery Practitioner for a maternity cover role starting March 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy, welcoming nursery set within a richly diverse community, where children are supported to flourish in a safe, happy and stimulating environment. About the Nursery • Provision for children aged 1–5 years • A strong, enthusiastic and supportive Early Years team • Large outdoor areas allocated to each room, accessed daily • A focus on high-quality EYFS practice, inclusion and child-centred learning The role will primarily be based in the preschool room (ages 3–4), with occasional support in the 2–3 year old room if required. With up to 45 children...

SEN Teaching Assistant – Year 9 (Alternative Provision / PRU) Westminster, London | Full-Time, Term Time Only | £90–£120 per day Are you a resilient, compassionate Teaching Assistant who thrives on making a real difference? We’re working with an inclusive Alternative Provision/PRU in the heart of Westminster to recruit a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant to support Year 9 pupils who need structure, understanding, and a champion in their corner. This is a rewarding, hands-on role in a specialist setting where relationships matter. You’ll be supporting young people with SEMH, behavioural needs, and additional learning needs, helping them re-engage with education in a calm, safe, and supportive environment. Working closely with teachers, the SENCO, and pastoral teams, you’ll play a vital role in both academic progress and emotional regulation. What you’ll be doing: • Providing 1:1 and small group support to Year 9 pupils • Supporting pupils with SEMH, challenging behaviour, and...

Support Worker – Specialist SEN School (Near the New Forest) Start Date: March 2026 Contract: Long-term, with the strong possibility of becoming permanent Location: Near the New Forest Pay: £13.70 – £16 per hour (40 hours a week)  Hours: Full-time, shift-based (morning–afternoon or afternoon–night) About the Role We are seeking caring, resilient and enthusiastic Support Workers for a specialist SEN school located close to the New Forest. This role begins from March 2026 on a long‑term basis, with the school looking to offer a permanent contract for the right person. You will be supporting children and young people with a range of autism spectrum conditions and complex needs, helping them thrive socially, emotionally and academically. This school offers specialist education for pupils aged 7–19, many of whom have EHCPs and require structured, consistent support in both learning and daily routines. No personal care is required, but you will play a key role in promoting...

Early Career Teacher (ECT) – Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2  Location: Finchley, Barnet, London  Start Date: September 2026  Contract: Full-time, Temporary  Salary: £37,868 – £39,851 per annum (in line with Teacher Pay Scales - M1)  Teach Now is working in partnership with a small, welcoming primary school in Finchley to recruit an enthusiastic Early Career Teacher (ECT) for a September 2026 start. This role is open to ECTs interested in teaching Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2, depending on strengths and preferences.  This is a school with a big community feel, where staff know every child exceptionally well and new teachers are never left feeling “lost.” The close-knit team is highly supportive, making it an ideal environment for ECTs who want to develop confidence, skill, and classroom presence within a nurturing setting.  Why this role is perfect for an ECT  Small, friendly school with strong relationships across staff, pupils, and families  Weekly mentoring with an experienced...

Early Career Teacher (ECT) – Key Stage 2  Location: Barnet, London  Start Date: September 2026  Contract: Full-time, Temporary  Salary: £37,868 – £39,851 per annum (in line with Teacher Pay Scales - M1)  Teach Now is proud to be recruiting an Early Career Teacher (ECT) for a high-achieving, all-through school in Barnet. Despite serving a high-deprivation community, the school consistently delivers above national outcomes and is widely recognised for its exceptional ECT development, inclusive practice, and staff wellbeing culture.  About the Role  Teach Key Stage 2 pupils in a supportive and well-resourced primary phase  Deliver engaging, inclusive lessons aligned with the school’s “progress for all” ethos  Work collaboratively with experienced teachers, LSAs, and specialist staff  Adapt high-quality planning and schemes of work to meet cohort needs  Support pupils with SEND alongside a strong inclusion and pastoral team  Outstanding ECT Support  Weekly mentor meetings...

SEN Teacher – Complex Needs (Primary) Contract Type: Full-time Temporary Work Start Date: March 2026 Location: Enfield, North London Salary: £37,870 - £50,474 per annum (Outer London Main Pay Scale, M1–M6) About the Role: We are recruiting in partnership with a large, happy and stimulating primary school in Enfield, North London, for an SEN Teacher – Complex Needs to join their dedicated team from March 2026 (after February half term). This is a full-time, temporary role based within the school’s “soft hub” provision, supporting a small group of 8–10 children from Nursery to Year 6. The children are non-verbal and have global developmental delay, requiring a highly skilled, nurturing and structured approach to learning. The hub is currently staffed by 4–5 adults supporting the children, including an unqualified teacher/leader who oversees daily planning. The school is seeking either: A qualified teacher with QTS and strong SEN experience, or A highly experienced senior...

Cover Supervisor – Primary (EYFS to KS2) Enfield, North London | £110–£120 per day | Term Time Only Are you a confident and adaptable Cover Supervisor looking for a rewarding full-time role in a welcoming primary setting? A vibrant and inclusive school community in Enfield is seeking a strong and experienced Cover Supervisor to join their team. This is a full-time, temporary position working 8:30am–3:30pm, term time only, covering classes across the whole primary age range — from Nursery through to Year 6. You’ll play a vital role in maintaining continuity of learning, delivering pre-set work, and ensuring pupils remain engaged, focused and safe throughout the school day. Your Role Will Include: • Supervising classes across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 during teacher absence • Managing behaviour confidently, including supporting pupils with high SEN needs • Adapting quickly to classes with varied abilities and learning styles • Creating a calm, positive and structured learning...

Year 5 Class Teacher – Maternity Cover Full Time, Temporary Role | Easter Start – July 2026 | Option to Extend into September | M2 - M6 Inner London Salary Teach Now Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a friendly, warm and thriving primary school in Brent in their search for an experienced Year 5 Class Teacher to cover maternity leave from Easter 2026 through to July, with a strong possibility of extension into September. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident KS2 teacher who can step seamlessly into an established class, maintain high standards and ensure excellent progress for all pupils. About the School • An established 2–3 form entry primary school • Located within a supportive and engaged community • Last Ofsted inspection (June 2018): Rated ‘Good’ Known for: • A highly supportive and inspiring Senior Leadership Team • Clear routines, strong curriculum structure and consistent expectations • A positive, collaborative staff culture • Strong behaviour...

Nursery Teacher / Early Years Lead (Maternity Cover) Contract: Full Time, Temporary (Maternity Cover – initially 1 term) Start Date: March 2026 (flexible) Hours: Full time preferred (4 days per week considered) Salary: £37,868 – £56,154 per annum (salaries aligned with teacher pay scales) Are you a qualified Early Years Teacher with QTS looking for a rewarding and well-supported nursery role in North London? This is an excellent opportunity to join a warm, established EYFS setting in the Barnet borough on a maternity cover basis, starting in early 2026. This nursery is known for its strong team culture, shared workload, and exceptional resources, making it an ideal environment for an experienced Nursery Teacher or Early Years Lead who enjoys collaborative working. You will not be managing the class alone – planning, assessments, and responsibilities are shared across a highly experienced and supportive team. About the Setting AM & PM sessions (26 children per session,...