1221 specialist support worker jobs found

Family Complex Needs Specialist (Support Worker)    Role Type: Temporary (Approx. 8 weeks potential for permanent extension)   Salary: £30,000 per annum (£16.16 per hour incl. holiday pay or £18.71 umbrella) Hours: Full-Time 40hrs (Day shift pattern, 1in4 weekends) Location: Leicester      Role Overview: We are currently recruiting for Family Complex Needs Specialist Support Workers to join a national organisation committed to supporting vulnerable individuals across the UK. This role involves working as part of the Support Team in Leicester to help people experiencing homelessness and multiple disadvantages to overcome barriers to achieving greater independence. As a Family Complex Needs Support Worker you will be supporting families and their children, who are facing homelessness and have multiple needs. This can include supporting drug and alcohol addiction, debt, parental hospitalisation or imprisonment, disabilities or special educational needs, school...

Social Worker | Children in Care & Adoption | Cambridgeshire * Location: Cambridgeshire (County-wide) * Pay Rate: Up to £38.00 per hour * Department: Children in Care (CIC) * Council: Cambridgeshire County Council The Role This is a specialist position for a dedicated Social Worker to join Cambridgeshire’s Children in Care service. You will be responsible for providing stable, high-quality advocacy and support for children throughout their journey in care and into the adoption process. This role is designed for practitioners who understand the nuances of permanence and are committed to achieving long-term positive outcomes for children and young people. Requirements and Experience * Recent Specialism: You must have held a dedicated Children in Care (CIC) role within the last five years. * Adoption Knowledge: Direct experience working with adoption processes and permanence planning is essential. * Travel...

We're looking for an experienced and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to work in a well-resourced secondary school in Glastonbury. This role is ideal for someone who is confident supporting pupils with SEND and is passionate about helping children access education in a supportive and structured environment. Full-time availability is preferred, however part-time applicants will also be considered. The role includes: - Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND - Supporting pupils with learning, communication, and emotional regulation - Working closely with teachers and SENCOs to support EHCP targets and individual learning plans - Helping to create a structured, safe, and engaging learning environment We're looking for someone who: - Has previous experience working with pupils with SEND - Is patient, resilient, and nurturing in their approach - Is confident supporting pupils with a range of additional needs - Has strong communication and teamwork...

Consultant Social Worker | New IFD Pilot Team | Ipswich * Location: Beacon House, Ipswich * Pay Rate: Up to £42.00 per hour * Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days office-based, 2 days remote) * Council: Suffolk County Council The Opportunity: A New Way of Working We are looking for a visionary Consultant Social Worker to help launch and "stand up" our brand-new IFD Assessment Team. This is a high-profile pilot project sitting within the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH), specifically aligned with the Family First Partnership Programme model. The Mission The goal of this pilot is to revolutionize early intervention. You will work to support families promptly and at the earliest opportunity, preventing unnecessary escalation into long-term social work teams. By providing expert assessments and immediate family visits, you will play a key role in stabilizing caseloads across the service. Key Responsibilities * Team Development: Help...

Job Description** We are seeking a Family Help Social Worker for a local government client in Weymouth, Dorset. You will join a supportive, well-structured, and growing team that offers flexible working arrangements and regular reflective supervision. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a fast-paced yet nurturing environment within a forward-thinking authority. **Responsibilities** - Deliver statutory services in accordance with the Children Act 1989 and relevant legislation. - Complete high-quality assessments and timely care plans. - Safeguard and promote the welfare of children through direct, meaningful work. - Build resilience with families using restorative and strengths-based approaches. - Prepare clear, well-evidenced reports for court and multi-agency professionals. - Chair meetings that bring professionals together to create a unified plan. - Maintain accurate case records. - Undertake specialist assessments with full training provided. -...

SEN Education Support Staff Jobs in Norfolk Schools & Residential Settings Across Norfolk Consistent SEN Support Roles – Ongoing & Long‑Term (Not Daily Supply) Inspire EHC is recruiting experienced SEN Education Support Staff across Norfolk to join our books for ongoing contract and long‑term placements within schools and residential care settings. These are consistent SEN support roles, not day‑to‑day supply. We are keen to hear from SEN Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants (LSA), SEN Support Workers and Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) seeking reliable SEN work throughout Norfolk, including but not limited to Norwich and surrounding areas. This is a fantastic opportunity for dedicated, compassionate SEN professionals who want continuity, strong relationships and meaningful impact. SEN Education Support Roles – Norfolk You will be supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health...

Senior Social Worker - Adoption Team Thurrock Council is looking for an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Adoption Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work across the full adoption journey within a supportive and well-established service. About the Role You will be involved in all aspects of adoption, including: Recruitment and assessment of adopters Delivering preparation training and information events Family finding and matching for children Supporting adopters post-placement Working with birth parents Completing post-adoption and SGO assessments Preparing court reports (including non-agency and stepparent adoptions) Working in partnership with Adopt East Requirements Qualified Social Worker with 3+ years PQE Adoption experience is essential Strong background in statutory childcare Excellent report writing and communication skills Social Work England registration Why Apply? Competitive rate: £39 - £42.50 p/h umbrella Work across a full adoption...

Job Title: Behaviour Support Worker Area: High Peak, Derbyshire Start Date: Monday 20th April 2026 or ASAP Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £550-£750 per week (Dependent on experience and responsibilities) Working Hours: Monday to Thursday 8:30am - 16:20pm, Friday 8:30am - 15:50pm About the School: We're working with a specialist alternative provision academy in the High Peak, rated Good by Ofsted, that does things differently. This is a school built on relationships, not rules. Staff genuinely know every pupil - their story, their strengths - and use that knowledge to help them grow. The young people here have had a tough time in mainstream education. Many carry real trauma. But with the right adult alongside them, they make remarkable progress. Classes are intentionally small - just 5 or 6 pupils - so you'll have real time and genuine influence with every young person you work with. Behaviour Support Worker Role and Responsibilities: Working 1:1 and in small...

Job Opportunity: Adults Team Manager - Trafford Council (Peripatetic, £40ph, Hybrid) Location: Hybrid - Talbot Road, Manchester, M32 0TH Rate: £40 per hour Referral Bonus: £300 Role Overview: Eden Brown Synergy is recruiting an experienced Adults Team Manager to work across Trafford Council's community social work teams. This peripatetic role involves supporting multiple neighbourhood teams (Sale, Partington, Altrincham, Trafford Town Hall), managing waiting lists, supervising staff, and ensuring high-quality service delivery. Responsibilities: Lead and support neighbourhood services, ensuring strategic planning and service quality. Collaborate with commissioning colleagues, partner agencies, and third sector organisations. Oversee complex safeguarding cases and support staff development. Analyse performance data to improve service delivery and preventative approaches. Assist Service Manager with service management and delivery in line with legislation and departmental...

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Children with Disabilities (CWD) Assistant Team Manager (ATM) to join a well-established team in Buckinghamshire. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and skilled practitioner looking to take on a leadership role within a supportive local authority. Key Responsibilities: Support the Team Manager in overseeing the CWD team Provide supervision and guidance to social workers and support staff Manage complex caseloads, including safeguarding and court work Ensure high-quality assessments, care planning, and service delivery Contribute to service development and performance improvement Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners Requirements: Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration Significant experience within Children with Disabilities services Minimum 3 years permanent experience as a Social Worker in the UK Previous supervisory or management experience (ATM level desirable)...

Tezlom is currently recruiting for a Mental Health Support Worker for one of our services (Ealing, London) that provides specialist accommodation-based support for people who are at risk of homelessness due to complex needs and ill mental health The service offers housing support to ensure the service users can build a bright, stable future. Service users are also provided with opportunities for education, training and volunteering and supported to tackle substance misuse if necessary As a MH support worker for this service, you will be expected to: • Helping clients with mental health who are at the risk of MH crisis • Help clients with their appointments(bookings) • Sign posting to other agencies • Support with their independent life skills so that they are ready for their move on in own accommodation • Assist with life skills like cooking, cleaning, budgets etc. • Encourage clients to lead an independent life supporting themselves The ideal Candidate will have : *...

EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant / Support Worker | Preston Location: Preston, Lancashire (PR1/PR2) Age Group: Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Salary: £3 - £105 per day (Weekly Pay and PAYE) Experience: Qualified or Unqualified (Full training provided) Start Your Career in Early Years SEN Are you looking for a meaningful role in Preston where you can support the youngest learners in their most formative years? We are seeking a patient and energetic EYFS Teaching Assistant / Support Worker to join our dedicated Primary provision. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or an unqualified individual with a natural talent for engaging with children, this role offers the perfect balance of challenge and emotional reward. The Role: Impact from Day One In this specialist EYFS setting, you will be the helping hand for children with a range of Special Educational Needs. Your day won't be spent behind a desk; instead, you'll be on the floor facilitating sensory play, supporting...

Title: Social Worker - Family First Division: Children's Services Grade: L7 - M1 PURPOSE OF THE ROLE To work within a multi-disciplinary Family Help Team delivering early help and child in need services. The team includes social workers, family help practitioners, psychologists, police community support officers, CAMHS workers, adult mental health nurses, health visitors, youth workers, housing officers and voluntary sector partners. You will assess children and families, analyse risk and need, and develop effective care plans. The role involves working closely with children, young people and families, completing statutory visits, parenting assessments and coordinating multi-agency support to safeguard and promote welfare. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Assessment & Safeguarding Complete high-quality, holistic assessments using the Department for Education guidance and Luton's Effective Support document. Lead multi-agency planning to address child protection concerns and...

Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced Social Worker to join the Pre-Birth / Newborn Family Help Team for Enfield Council. Duties and Responsibilities: * Working with families at the pre-birth stage and with newborns to ensure safe care and positive outcomes. * Completing detailed pre-birth assessments and risk assessments within required timescales. * Developing and implementing child-focused plans to safeguard and support infants. * Working in partnership with health professionals including midwives and health visitors. * Managing a caseload effectively within a fast-paced safeguarding environment. * Maintaining accurate, up-to-date case records and preparing reports where required. Working Pattern: * Hybrid working Pay Rate: * Up to £37.52 p/h Umbrella Essential Requirements: * Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalent * Minimum 3 years' experience in children's social care * Experience within pre-birth...

Location: Hounslow Start Date: ASAP Contract: Full-time | Long-term School: SEN Primary & Nursery School A specialist SEN Primary school is seeking a compassionate and reliable Children's Support Worker to support pupils with SEN including complex needs This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is patient, resilient and passionate about supporting vulnerable children. The Role: Supporting pupils with severe and complex SEND, including autism and additional needs Providing personal care (toileting, hygiene, changing) with dignity and sensitivity Supporting emotional regulation, engagement, and daily routines Working closely with teachers, therapists, and wider support staff Ensuring safeguarding and pupil wellbeing are always prioritised Requirements: Experience working with SEND, care, or vulnerable individuals (schools, care, or community settings) Confidence and willingness to carry out personal care Calm, empathetic, and dependable approach Strong...

Autism Support Worker - SEN School - Lewisham Looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference every day? A welcoming and forward-thinking SEN school in Lewisham is looking for a committed Autism Support Worker to support pupils in a structured, supportive, and well-resourced environment. Location: Lewisham Pay: £95-£100 per day Contract: Full-time Why Join This School? Well-connected Lewisham location with excellent transport links Small class sizes for more personalised support Supportive and collaborative team environment Skilled and experienced teaching staff in every classroom Competitive Inner London daily rates The Role This is a full-time, long-term opportunity starting after the summer break, with scope to continue beyond the academic year. As an Autism Support Worker, you'll support pupils with autism and complex needs in a calm and structured setting. You'll play an important role in helping students progress both academically and personally. Key...

Active Staff Limited have a vacancy for an HR, Policy and Project Specialist. If you have an HR/Operational background with exposure to managing contracts, third party suppliers and reviewing performance and efficiencies - this could be the next role for you. Carrying out this interesting and varied role means that you would be an integral part of the company’s success in maximising the daily operational effectiveness. Please see more details on this unique role below. Benefits 22 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing by one day each year of service, to a maximum of 30 days Company Pension Paid day off for birthday Company Sick Pay and Private Health Care after a qualifying period Company social events including a Christmas Party and Awards Ceremony Employee of the Month and Employee of the Year Awards Employee Assistance Programme Company Performance Bonus Job Summary As the HR, Policy & Project Specialist, you be responsible for overseeing the efficiency...

School Support Worker - High Wycombe- School Support Worker- High Wycombe- Are you a compassionate and resilient School Support Worker looking for a rewarding role in the High Wycombe area? We are currently seeking dedicated individuals to join a specialist educational setting supporting children with additional and complex needs. This role is ideal for a School Support Worker who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with autism and communication difficulties. You will be supporting non-verbal learners, helping them access education in a nurturing and structured environment. Key Details: Location: High Wycombe Pay: £13.68 - £15.00 per hour (depending on experience) Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm Contract: Temporary ad-hoc work available, with temp-to-perm opportunities for the right candidate Start: ImmediateResponsibilities: Provide 1:1 and small group support to learners with autism and additional needs Assist non-verbal...

Fixed-Term General Counsel (People) Remote/hybrid working, flexible hours considered Transforming PLC | Legal & Governance | UK Hybrid We are seeking a General Counsel (People) with strong immigration experience and preferably employment experience, to join Transforming PLC on a fixed-term basis. You will be a trusted adviser to HR, Operations and senior stakeholders, ensuring robust sponsorship and right-to-work compliance across multiple Group licences and providing pragmatic employment law support in a multi-site, regulated environment. What you’ll be doing *    Lead immigration compliance across multiple sponsorship licences, maintaining audit-ready systems, records and reporting. *    Advise on Skilled Worker and related routes, including eligibility, Certificates of Sponsorship, visa conditions and changes of circumstance. *    Oversee right-to-work processes, repeat checks and expiry monitoring across the employee lifecycle. *    Plan and deliver internal...

Domestic Assistant BANK When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Position: Domestic Assistant Care home: Scotia Heights Location: Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 4HA Contract type: BANK WORKER Rate:£13.68 Per Hour Care home CQC rating: Rated 'Good' by CQC Do you take pride in your cleaning standards and attention to detail? As a Domestic Assistant, you’ll ensure that our home is clean and welcoming for the people who live and work here. As part of our Domestic Team, you’ll carry out all daily and weekly cleaning routines, including dusting, mopping, polishing and vacuuming. You’ll clean all areas in the home including people’s bedrooms, lounges, kitchens, bathrooms, kitchens and offices. This is an exciting opportunity to use your skills to make a real difference every day. About Exemplar Health Care Scotia Heights is part of Exemplar Health...