12 support worker young people jobs found

Job Title: SEND Case Worker Specialism: Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Location: Liverpool, UK Salary: £287.11 per day Type: Full-time / Part-time, Ongoing This is a rewarding opportunity for a SEND Case Worker to join a busy and supportive team in Liverpool. Working within Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, you will manage a varied caseload and play a vital role in supporting children and young people through the Education, Health and Care process. This ongoing locum role offers flexibility, professional challenge, and the chance to make a genuine difference while working within a vibrant local authority environment. Perks and benefits: Flexible full-time or part-time working options to suit your lifestyle Competitive daily rate reflecting your experience and responsibilities Ongoing access to continual professional development opportunities Excellent networking opportunities through multi-agency collaboration Supportive team environment with guidance...

The Disabled Children's service supports children who have a lifelong, permanent and substantial disability. The service is made up of five teams: Enablement Team, 0-11 Team, 11+ Team, Eligibility Team and Occupational Therapy Team. The 11+ team specialises in delivering support to children and young people through transitional milestones. Supporting children from the age of 11 years through to 18 years. The primary aim of the 11+ team is to provide care and support to children and young people with complex physical and learning disabilities and/or life limiting conditions as they move from children's to adult services. They focus on promoting independence, managing complex needs, and preparing for adulthood, conducting assessments to create tailored support plans. As part of their role in supporting young people through transition, the team work closely with Adult Services. Preparing for transition, in some cases, can involve the undertaking of mental capacity assessments and...

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council Social Worker – Children with Disabilities Team Pay Rate: Up to £40.58 per hour Hours: 37 per week (3 days per week in the office) Contract: Locum About the Role Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team. This role focuses on supporting children and young people with complex physical, learning, and developmental needs, ensuring they receive the right care, safeguarding, and tailored support packages to help them thrive. You will work closely with families, schools, health professionals, and multi-agency partners to develop care plans that promote safety, independence, and high-quality outcomes for children and young people. Key Responsibilities Complete statutory assessments under the Children Act, including Section 17 assessments. Hold and manage a diverse caseload of children with disabilities and complex needs. Work collaboratively...

Outreach Housing Support Worker * Homelessness Support * Birmingham * Temp to Perm * Excellent Pay Rate Are you passionate about helping others? Are you looking for a new challenge in Social Housing? Client snapshot: I am currently recruiting for an organisation specialising in support for those who have Homelessness and mental health Support needs – their work is certainly well recognised as they continue to expand all over the UK. Having recently expanded upon services within Birmingham they are currently looking for Support Workers to help contribute to the high-quality service they provide to those in need. Could that be you? Vacancy Brief: * Our client is seeking an Outreach Housing Support Worker, supporting young people at risk of homelessness on an initial Temp to Perm basis. * This vacancy is full-time, 37.5 hours per week. * Working Pattern: Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm with flexibility to work an occasional late shift. * This vacancy is based...

Location: Various locations across the North East, including Consett and Durham (community-based and outreach settings) Hours: 4-12 hours per week, during school holidays (Flexible working patterns to meet the needs of young people and families) Contract Type: Casual / Session-based (School Holiday Only) Rate of Pay: £13.25 for non drivers and £14.25 for Drivers with Business Insurance Role Overview We are seeking enthusiastic and compassionate Outreach Workers to support children and young people with additional needs during school holiday periods. The role involves providing engaging, safe, and person-centred support in community and outreach settings, helping young people to build confidence, develop social skills, and enjoy positive holiday experiences. This is a rewarding role for individuals who are passionate about inclusion and making a difference in young people’s lives. Key Responsibilities * Provide 1:1 or small group outreach support to children and young...

Bank Support Worker – Children’s Crisis and Respite Service Location Barrowford Salary £12.21 to £12.50 per hour plus sleep-in payments where required Hours Bank casual work Days and nights available Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance Contract As and when required Essential Requirements * Experience supporting children or young people with complex needs * Ability to work safely in high-pressure environments, including crisis and de-escalation settings * Confident managing behaviours linked to self-harm, suicidal ideation, mental health needs, and challenging behaviour * Strong communication skills and ability to follow care plans and safeguarding protocols * Resilience, reliability, and commitment to high-quality care * Due to the nature of the care provided and the specific personal care needs, emotional wellbeing requirements and safeguarding considerations of the young people accessing crisis and respite...

Job Title and Service Bank Support Worker – Children’s Crisis and Respite Service Location Clitheroe Salary £12.21 to £12.50 per hour plus sleep-in payments where required Hours Bank casual work Days and nights available Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance Contract As and when required Essential Requirements * Experience supporting children or young people with complex needs * Ability to work safely in high-pressure environments, including crisis and de-escalation settings * Confident managing behaviours linked to self-harm, suicidal ideation, mental health needs, and challenging behaviour * Strong communication skills and ability to follow care plans and safeguarding protocols * Resilience, reliability, and commitment to high-quality care * Due to the nature of personal care and safeguarding requirements, this post is restricted to women only. This is an Occupational Requirement under the Equality Act 2010 to...

Support Worker, WD17 Watford. A wonderful part time role for a support worker to work with an exceptional little boy (5) who has Cerebral Palsy and Epilepsy. £17.50 gross per hour. * Nearest Station: Watford * Salary/Wage: 17.50 gross per hour * Driving Requirements: Yes, automatic mobility vehicle for when on duty – mileage provided, 0.45 p/mile * Essential: Experience of working with children and young people with complex neurodisabilities as a support worker and / or Healthcare assistant, confident driver *female applicants only * Desirable: Experience of supporting clients with epilepsy * Start Date: ASAP * Days & Hours: 17 plus hours per week 07.30 am to 10:30 and 2.00 pm to 4.00 pm, 2 to 3 times per week, (days to include a Monday and others to be mutually agreed), including 07.30 am to 12 noon, Fridays | Potential to increase hours as needed by the family in the future * Pets in Home: No * Recruiter Contact: Janet About the Client/Child: Harry is a...

About the Role Total Assist Recruitment is proud to be working in partnership with a leading, independent healthcare provider to recruit a dedicated and compassionate Family Therapist for a specialist CAMHS service in Hertfordshire. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established multidisciplinary team supporting young people with complex mental health needs and their families within a therapeutic hospital setting. Key Responsibilities * Deliver systemic family therapy interventions to young people and their families * Provide family assessments and develop collaborative care plans * Work closely with the multidisciplinary team, including psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, and occupational therapists * Facilitate family meetings, therapy sessions, and review meetings * Offer consultation and support to colleagues regarding systemic approaches * Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to service development About You * Professionally...

Occupational Therapist – Children & Young People’s OT Team We’re looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join the Children & Young People’s OT Team in a Local authority in South East London on a 6-month contract. You’ll support children and young people (0–18) with long-term physical or mental impairments, focusing on equipment provision, adaptations, and moving & handling. Key Responsibilities: Complete assessments for minor and major housing adaptations (including DFG recommendations) Prescribe equipment: profiling beds, hoists, stair climbers, shower chairs, safety beds, etc. Deliver moving & handling advice – from basic to complex (hoisting, sling assessments, slide sheets, single-handed care) Recommend safety equipment for behavioural needs or neurodiverse conditions Joint working with social workers, special schools, health OTs, and behaviour support teamsRequirements: Paediatric OT experience (or strong relevant background) Adaptations and...

Education |Social Care | SEMH | Graduate Role | Psychology | Criminology 📍 Location: Wokingham 📅 Start Date: ASAP 💼 Contract: Full-time, Term-time only (39 weeks) ⏰ Hours: Monday-Friday, 8.30am-4pm 💷 Pay: £89-£115 per day  ❓ Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable young people affected by trauma and exclusion? Do you believe in the power of restorative approaches and education to transform lives?   🏫 About the School A well-respected specialist SEMH school in Wokingham is seeking a dedicated Aspiring Probation Officer to support children with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs and associated challenging behaviours. Many students have experienced adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), trauma, or family dysfunction, and face barriers such as low educational attainment, stigmatisation, and social marginalisation. The school provides a structured, supportive, and therapeutic environment where pupils can develop confidence, resilience, and the skills...

Job Title: Occupational Therapist (Band 6 associate/locum/self-employed) Part time to full time, minimum 3 days per week (18 hours minimum). Term time to full time contract, with a minimum of 38 weeks per year. Long term role. Ideally the candidate would reside in Hampshire or will be willing to relocate to this area. Farnborough / Basingstoke / Winchester / Southampton areas are covered by our team. Competitive pay rate/hour akin to current NHS salary bandings/ Opportunity to move into a salaried position may be offered at a later date. Job Summary: We are looking for a Band 6 paediatric OT to join our exciting and growing practice. Deliver assessments and treatment for children aged 2, right up to young adults, aged 25. Services are either delivered in the community in schools, or the client’s home, or in our clinic. We still occasionally deliver services online. The majority of our clients are on the autistic spectrum, many with sensory needs as well as learning...