59 senior practitioner jobs found

About the Role Shropshire Council is recruiting Children's Senior Practitioners to join their Children Looked After Service. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced practitioners to take on a senior role supporting children in care, ensuring they receive the right interventions, stability, and long-term outcomes. You will play a key role in care planning, safeguarding, and progressing permanency plans, working closely with children, families, and partner agencies. Location: The Guildhall, Shrewsbury (Hybrid Working) Contract: Initial 3 months (with review) Rate: Up to £38 per hour (Umbrella) Hours: 37 hours per week (09:00 - 17:30) Requirement: Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload within the Children Looked After Service, maintaining high standards of practice Undertake assessments informed by direct interventions with children and families Progress care and pathway plans, ensuring children access appropriate...

Our client Hertfordshire county council is looking for a Senior practitioner to join their SASH (child exploitation) team. · Child Sexual and Child Criminal Exploitation · Homelessness · Family Breakdown - preventing children becoming Looked After · Young People Missing from Home · Young People at risk of radicalisation · Children becoming Looked After · Rehabilitating Young People home after a period of being Looked After · Young People in the Criminal Justice System and at risk of entering the system Job description To undertake structured assessments and provide intensive support to children and young people identified as having additional and complex needs and who are deemed vulnerable or at risk. To deliver appropriate interventions as part of an agreed package of support or be a responsible officer for an intensive intervention or court order, ensuring plans are robust and outcome focused and regularly reviewed. To manage a case load of young people and families who...

Service Care are supporting a national social care service whoe are looking for a Senior Recovery Practitoner to join their teamn on a contract basis Role: Senior Recovery Practitioner  Rate: £20.26 to £22.10 per hour (PAYE inc.)/ £23 to £25 per hour (Umbrella/Ltd) Location: Manchester Working: 5 days per week. 37.5 hours. Contract: 3 months on going  Candidate Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients' needs related to substance misuse Develop and implement tailored recovery plans. History of management. Offer ongoing support and motivational interviewing to promote sustained recovery Monitor and evaluate client progress, adjusting plans as needed Document all interactions accurately and maintain confidentiality Collaborate with external agencies and healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive client care Promote client engagement and retention in recovery programs Adhere to all relevant policies, procedures, and compliance standard Proven experience...

Deputy Nursery Manager / Room Leader Hammersmith & Fulham, London Full Time | Term Time Only | Permanent £16–£20 per hour Start Date: June 2026 A welcoming and modern private nursery in Hammersmith & Fulham is looking to appoint a passionate and experienced Deputy Nursery Manager / Senior Early Years Practitioner to join their dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious childcare professional ready to take the next step into a leadership position within a nurturing, child-centred environment that values creativity, teamwork, and high-quality Early Years education. About the Role Working closely alongside the Nursery Manager, you will help oversee the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery while remaining actively involved within the rooms. Youll support staff development, maintain excellent standards of care and learning, and help create a warm, stimulating environment where children can thrive. This role would suit someone with strong EYFS...

Connect2SocialWork are urgently looking for experienced Social Workers and Senior Practitioners to join their Assessment Team based in Reigate. The benefits of this Social Worker role: Hybrid working Great teams to work in Laptop and training provided Low case loadsRequirements as a Social Worker include: SWE Registration Eligible to work in the UK Drive and have access to a car Post-qualified experience Degree level or equivalent in Social WorkBenefits of working for Connect2SocialWork: Free DBS and compliance service Access to a wide range of roles nationwide, as well as exclusive roles to C2SW Your own dedicated consultant with extensive knowledge Work for an agency owned by Kent County Council Prompt and reliable payroll system "Refer a Friend" bonus - get £250 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place* "Warm Welcome" bonus - get £250 when you secure a role through our agency*If interested in this role or any other, please contact Jack Best on (phone number...

Mixed Humanities Teachers (History, Geography, RE) Location: SOUTH YORKSHIRE Start Date: ASAP Salary: MPS/UPS (commensurate with experience) Contract Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Permanent / Fixed-Term (Opportunities vary by school) Suitable for: Experienced Teachers & Early Career Teachers (ECTs) Are you a passionate and dedicated Humanities Teacher looking for an exciting new opportunity in the Chesterfield area? We are seeking enthusiastic educators to inspire the next generation across our thriving secondary schools, starting ASAP. We have a range of opportunities available for versatile teachers who can deliver high-quality lessons across History, Geography, and Religious Education (RE) at Key Stage 3 and 4, with potential for A-Level teaching for suitably experienced candidates. About Us Chesterfield's secondary schools are committed to providing an outstanding education and fostering a supportive, collaborative environment for both students and staff. Our...

Assistant Team Manager - Children's Services (Non‑Case Holding) Locum / Temporary Locations: Hart & Rushmoor or East Hants Rate: £42 per hour Contract: Locum / Temporary Working Pattern: Hybrid working Hampshire County Council is recruiting an experienced Assistant Team Manager to join their Children's Services teams in Hart & Rushmoor or East Hants. This is a non‑case holding role, focused on supervision, quality assurance and supporting front‑line practice. About the Role As Assistant Team Manager, you will support the Team Manager to ensure consistency, quality and safe decision‑making across the team. You will provide supervision, oversight of complex work, and day‑to‑day operational support, helping to retain experienced practitioners in frontline roles. Key Responsibilities Support and supervise social workers and practitioners within the team Quality assure assessments, reports, plans and court documentation Chair and attend statutory meetings Provide...

Primary Teacher Start Date: September 2026 Location: Maidstone Contract: Full-time Salary: To pay scale or negotiable About the role and school A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a passionate and dedicated Primary Teacher to join a welcoming and high-achieving primary school in Maidstone from September 2026. This Primary Teacher role is ideal for an enthusiastic educator who is committed to delivering engaging lessons, raising attainment, and creating a positive and inclusive learning environment where every pupil can thrive. The successful Primary Teacher will join a supportive team focused on high standards, pupil wellbeing, and fostering a lifelong love of learning across the curriculum. This well-regarded Maidstone primary school is recognised for its nurturing ethos, strong leadership, and commitment to helping every child achieve their full potential. The school benefits from a collaborative staff culture, excellent behaviour across the school, and a broad and...

Sessional Youth Worker – Health and Wellbeing   We are seeking a passionate and engaging Sessional Youth Worker to deliver health, wellbeing, mentoring, hair and beauty activities for young people in a vibrant community setting. Position: Sessional Youth Worker – Health and WellbeingSalary: £14.80 per hour London Living Wage | £16.00 per hour for Saturday evening Senior shiftsLocation: North West LondonWorking Pattern: Tuesday PM and Saturday PMContract: Sessional / Part TimeClosing Date: Applications reviewed on a rolling basis About the Role This is an exciting opportunity to support young people through engaging health, wellbeing, mentoring, hair and beauty focused activities within a youth setting. You will help create a welcoming, safe and inclusive environment where young people can build confidence, develop skills and access positive support. The role will involve working directly with young people during evening and weekend sessions, delivering fun and educational...

What we offer you Competitive daily pay: £120-£190 (pay to scale after 12 weeks) Flexible holiday scheme Pension contribution Free training & CPD including safeguarding and behaviour management A dedicated consultant committed to finding the right role for you Ongoing support throughout your placement, with temp-to-perm opportunities The role As a EYFS Teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging, creative lessons that support pupils' early literacy, numeracy and personal development. You will work closely with senior leaders and classroom support staff to create a positive, nurturing learning environment where children feel safe, confident and excited to learn. Schools are seeking teachers who can maintain strong routines while building positive relationships with young learners. Responsibilities Planning and delivering high-quality lessons across the EYFS curriculum Creating a nurturing, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment Tracking,...

As a Nursery Room Leader, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of your room, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment in line with the EYFS framework. You will lead by example, support your team, and work closely with senior staff to maintain high standards of care and education. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the daily routine of the nursery room. Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with the EYFS framework. Monitor, observe, and assess children's development and progress. Support and mentor nursery practitioners within the room. Build strong, positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues. Ensure safeguarding, health, and safety policies are followed at all times. Maintain high standards of care, learning, and behaviour management. Requirements: Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare. Experience working within a nursery or early years setting. Confident understanding of the...

Our client Barnsley Hiring, is looking for a Children's Advanced Social Work Practitioner to join their Duty & Assessment Team. Responsibilities Support senior colleagues with the prioritisation, allocation, planning and review of work in accordance with policies, procedures and statutory requirements, contributing to effective budget management, ensuring value for public money and the maximisation of service efficiencies. Contribute to service monitoring and evaluation, undertaking needs analysis, reviewing availability of resources and development of service practice, policies and strategies to maintain high quality services. Provide supervision, direction and co-ordination of workloads, support and guidance, appraisal and professional development and support social work students on first and final placements; and students from other professional disciplines. Undertake clear and detailed service user, carer assessments, including community care, safeguarding, mental...

Year 1 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover) Harrow, North West London £41,935 – £50,474 (M3 – M6) Full-Time | Temporary | September 2026 Start A welcoming and high-achieving primary school in Harrow is seeking an experienced and passionate Year 1 Class Teacher to join their team from September 2026 for the Autumn Term. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive two-form entry school with strong leadership, excellent behaviour and a collaborative teaching culture. The school is known for its nurturing ethos, inclusive values and commitment to staff wellbeing. The Role You will take responsibility for a Year 1 class from September to December, covering a planned maternity leave. The successful teacher will benefit from: • Shared planning with an experienced parallel Year 1 teacher • Well-established schemes of work and resources • Strong support from senior leaders and colleagues • Excellent classroom support where needed The school is looking for a confident...

Nursery Practitioner – Level 3 Location: Redbridge, London Salary: £23 000-£25 000 per annum Job Type: Full-Time | Temporary Start Date: 28th May 2026 Salary dependent on experience and qualifications. Higher rates are reserved for candidates with substantial experience and/or relevant training. Pay is determined in line with school expectations and Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), where applicable. A welcoming and supportive nursery setting in Redbridge is seeking two enthusiastic and committed Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to join their dedicated early years team on a full-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for passionate childcare professionals who are eager to make a positive impact in a nurturing and engaging environment where children are encouraged to thrive, learn, and develop. The Role As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play a key role in supporting childrens early learning and development while helping to create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive...

Level 3 Early Years Room Leader (Nursery) EYFS - Nursery · Fulham, Inner London · Full-time (Permanent) Salary £27,000 - £32,000 (dependent on experience & negotiable) Pay structure Weekly PAYE only Start date ASAP & Ongoing Are you an experienced Level 3 Early Years Practitioner ready to step into a Room Leader role, or an existing Room Leader looking for a beautiful new setting in the heart of Fulham? We are working with a lovely, high-quality nursery in Fulham that is warm, welcoming, and extremely well-resourced. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead within a supportive leadership team where children, staff wellbeing, and high-quality early years practice are genuinely valued. This is a Level 3 essential role, with Room Leader responsibility requiring strong EYFS knowledge and confident leadership within the nursery room. About the role As a Room Leader, you will take responsibility for leading a nursery room and supporting a team of Level 3 practitioners...

Full-Time Nursery Practitioner – Forest Hill, South East London Monday to Friday | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Ad hoc basis TeacherActive is seeking caring and dedicated Nursery Practitioners to join a warm and welcoming nursery in Forest Hill, South East London. This full-time, permanent role offers the chance to work in a supportive setting where your passion for early years education can truly make a difference. About the Role: As a Nursery Practitioner, you will be an essential part of the team, working closely with children aged 0–5 years to support their learning and development through play and structured activities. Your daily responsibilities will include: Supporting children’s emotional, physical, and intellectual development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework Assisting with planning and delivering age-appropriate activities that promote curiosity, creativity, and social skills Providing a safe, clean, and stimulating environment that encourages...

Math Teacher - KS3 & KS4 - Chiswick, West London A welcoming SEN school in Chiswick, West London is looking to appoint a dedicated Math Teacher - KS3 & KS4 on a full-time, temp-to-perm basis with a September start. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate Math Teacher - KS3 & KS4 seeking a rewarding role within specialist education in Chiswick, West London. This specialist SEN school in Chiswick, West London caters for students with moderate to complex needs, including social and behavioural needs. The school delivers a holistic curriculum designed to develop academic progress, communication skills and preparation for adulthood. As Math Teacher - KS3 & KS4, you will teach students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 within smaller classroom settings, allowing for a more personalised approach to learning. The successful Math Teacher - KS3 & KS4 will manage high behaviours effectively while building positive relationships that encourage student...

Learning Support Assistant - Cranleigh (GU6) Surrey- 5 days a week SENCare Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to work for a specialist school which is based in Cranleigh, Surrey to start ASAP. Job Description As a Learning Support Assistant, your role is to create a supportive, inclusive learning environment where pupils thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Working with teachers and the therapy team, you’ll provide tailored support for a specific tutor group during lessons and transitions between classes. Key Responsibilities * Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and encourage their engagement and confidence in learning. * Understand each pupil's ‘Pupil Passport’ and collaborate with teachers to implement strategies aligned with EHCPs. * Support classroom learning by assisting teachers and proactively engaging with pupils to keep them focused and challenged. * Provide feedback to the...

SEN Teacher - Islington SEN Teacher KS3/4 Class Islington SEN School 1 year contract from September 2026 Competitive Daily Rate Supportive and friendly school - Teachers given autonomy!KS2 Teacher required for an SEN school in Islington. SEN Teacher - Islington / Role Details: SEN Teacher will be teaching a KS3/4 class 6 pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) SEN Teacher or Primary trained Teacher with experience in EYFS would be advantageous Sensory based Curriculum Focus on Speech and Communication and social skill Working alongside two really friendly learning support assistants (LSAs)SEN Teacher - Islington / You will be: SEN Teacher with QTS, QTLS or overseas trained equivalent Flexible, with the ability to use own initiative Experience working in an SEN school or with ASD and SLD children would be an advantage but the school are clear that they want a good teacher first and foremost - excellent training is available. They would be more than happy to support an...

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a private day-nursery with their search for a Nursery Practitioner. This is an exciting opportunity work with a warm and positive private day-nursery in Stockport, who focus on child engagement with a therapeutic approach. The setting looks after up to 125 children, andboth indoor and outdoor areas are split into age-appropriate sections and provide sensory enhancing activities. The nursery ensures children are able to challenge themselves and take risks in a safe and secure environment.   The nursery is looking to take on a Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner, on a long-term basis with the opportunity to go permanent for the right Nursery Practitioner. You will report directly to the Nursery Manager and could be required to work across all rooms, supporting children from ages 6 weeks up to 4 years. In a time of growth for this Nursery, career progression opportunities are also available for the right Nursery Practitioner.   The...