1005 children and young people support worker jobs found

Pastoral Support Worker – SEMH School (Bolton) Full-Time | Long-Term | Via Teaching Personnel Are you passionate about supporting young people who face barriers to learning? Teaching Personnel is recruiting a Pastoral Support Worker to join a specialist Secondary SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school in the Bolton area. Pupils may present with a range of complex needs, including ADHD, anxiety, trauma-related behaviours, attachment difficulties, oppositional or defiant behaviours, low self-esteem, emotional regulation difficulties, and challenging social circumstances. This is a rewarding opportunity to help students develop resilience, confidence and positive routines. Key Responsibilities As a Pastoral Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in supporting pupils’ wellbeing, behaviour, and engagement. Responsibilities include: Providing 1:1 or small-group pastoral support to pupils with SEMH needs Supporting pupils with behaviour regulation, emotional literacy...

SEMH Support Worker - Education Location: Bristol and South Gloucestershire Job Type: Full-time availability would be preferred Salary: £100 to £125 Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting SEMH Support Workers to support pupils within a specialist SEMH provision across primary and secondary phases. This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and helping them re-engage with education. About the Role As an SEMH Support Worker, you will play a key role in supporting pupils both inside and outside of the classroom. You will help students regulate emotions, manage behaviour and develop positive relationships that allow them to access learning and feel confident within the school environment. You may work 1:1 or with small groups, supporting pupils with their learning, encouraging engagement in lessons and assisting with structured activities throughout the school...

Educational Healthcare Assistant – SEN School  Chorley, Lancashire (must be situated local to school due to adhoc shift patterns) 08:30-15:30 Monday - Friday, term-time only shifts We are currently recruiting an Educational Healthcare Assistant to work on a temporary agency basis within a specialist SEN school in Chorley. This role involves supporting children and young people with a range of special educational needs, including complex learning difficulties, physical needs, and associated health requirements. Key responsibilities include: Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils throughout the school day Assisting students with personal care, mobility, and daily living tasks where required Supporting pupils with medical and healthcare needs in line with care plans and training Promoting independence, engagement, and emotional wellbeing Supporting learning activities under the direction of teaching staff Implementing individual education and healthcare plans (IEPs...

Job description: Job Opportunity: Outreach Support Worker – Shift Lead Location: Henry’s House, Chester le Street, DH3 3AZ Hours: 8.5 hours every Saturday (additional hours in school holidays) Job Type: Part-time / Flexible Hours We Care Bespoke is committed to providing meaningful, person-centred support to young people with a wide range of needs. We're currently seeking passionate, reliable, and compassionate Outreach Support Workers to join our growing team across the North-East. About the Role: To oversee the overall support for the YP accessing the centre at Henry’s House, coordinate and delegate staff duties and to ensure the building is maintained correctly throughout the day. You will be responsible for opening and closing the centre as well as setting up the sessions. Responsibilities include: * Supporting young people in a variety of community-based activities * Assisting in the planning and delivery of fun, engaging, and inclusive sessions * Encouraging...

Location: Newcastle, Durham, Sunderland and across the North East, UK Company: We Care Bespoke Hours: 4–6 hour sessions (after school, weekends, and additional hours during school holidays) Job Type: Part-time / Flexible Hours We Care Bespoke is committed to providing meaningful, person-centred support to young people with a wide range of needs. We're currently seeking passionate, reliable, and compassionate Outreach Support Workers to join our growing team across the North-East. About the Role: As an Outreach Support Worker, you'll work directly with children and young people in the community, providing support either 1:1, 2:1 or in a small group. Sessions typically take place after school, at weekends, or during school holidays. We are looking for staff who can commit to working with at least 1 young person every week so they can build lasting relationships with them and their families. Responsibilities include: * Supporting young people in a variety of community-based...

Job Title: Support Worker Location: Seaham Hours: 3 hours every Saturday Rate of Pay: * £13.25 per hour (non-driver) * £14.25 per hour (driver with business insurance) About the Role We are looking for a caring, reliable, and enthusiastic Support Worker to work with a young person with additional needs in the Seaham area. The role involves providing support for 3 hours every Saturday, helping the young person to access activities, build confidence, and enjoy time in the community in a safe and positive way. You will be working alongside another member of staff, supporting the young person together while out in the community. Key Responsibilities * Providing friendly, patient, and supportive care * Working alongside another support worker during community outings * Supporting the young person to access social, recreational, and community-based activities * Encouraging independence, confidence, and positive engagement * Ensuring the young person’s safety and...

Job Title: Outreach Support Worker Location: Newcastle Hours: 4 hours every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday (times to be agreed) Pay Rate * £13.25 per hour – Non-drivers * £14.24 per hour – Drivers with business insurance Role Overview We are looking for a friendly, reliable Outreach Support Worker to work alongside another staff member supporting a young person with additional needs. The role involves providing support in the community, enabling the young person to take part in activities they enjoy while promoting independence, confidence, and wellbeing. Key Responsibilities * Work collaboratively with another support worker to provide consistent, person-centred support * Support the young person to access community-based activities and outings * Encourage independence, choice, and positive engagement * Ensure the young person’s safety and wellbeing at all times * Build a positive, trusting, and professional relationship * Follow support...

Autism Support Worker – SEN School – Wickford Location: Wickford Salary: £85 – £130 per day Start Date: ASAP   Contract Type: Full-time, Temporary Autism Support Worker Required – Specialist SEN School (Wickford) Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Autism (ASC)? Do you have the patience, empathy, and resilience to work within a specialist environment? GSL Education are currently recruiting an Autism Support Worker to join a dedicated SEN School in Wickford. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a structured, supportive, and nurturing specialist setting. About the School This is a well-established Special Educational Needs (SEN) School supporting pupils with Autism and additional complex needs. The school provides small class sizes, personalised learning plans, and a strong focus on communication, emotional regulation, and life skills development. The Role As an Autism Support Worker, you will work closely with...

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a children’s residential provider in Grantham to look for a Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare support to work within the Grantham area within an EBD home. They are experiencing significant growth, and as a result, are opening their recruitment process to Residential Childcare Support Workers that could become a permanent position. The opportunities are for Residential Childcare Support Worker supporting young people aged 6–18 within the Children’s Residential Homes. All of the young people they work with have experienced trauma and present with emotional and behavioural difficulties. The shift pattern is on a rolling 2-week rota basis - Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, followed by week 2 Wednesday and Thursday.  Shifts are 08:00 - 21:00 The successful Residential Childcare Support Worker will have: Experience supporting young people with complex needs Level 3 Children and Young Peoples Workforce Experience...

Autism Support Worker Are you looking for a rewarding role in an SEN school with modern facilities and a supportive staff team? A vibrant and newly established SEN school in Bromley is seeking an enthusiastic Autism Support Worker to join their growing team, supporting secondary-aged pupils across Key Stages KS1-2 Why Join This SEN School in Bromley? Bromley-based special educational needs school Well-resourced lessons tailored to student needs Small school with very small class sizes for focused support Supportive and collaborative school community Dedicated team of experienced teachers in every classroom Competitive inner London pay The Autism Support Worker Job This Autism Support Worker role is a long-term, full-time position starting after the half term and continuing for the remainder of the academic year and into the next. You will support secondary-aged pupils across KS1-2 in the classroom, helping them achieve their learning goals and reach their full potential....

Connect2SocialWork are urgently looking for experienced Social Workers and Senior Practitioners to join a Children Social Work Team in Thanet The benefits of this Social Worker role: Hybrid working Great teams to work in Laptop and training provided Low case loadRole Responsibilities: Manage a diverse caseload of children, young people and their families, undertaking assessments to determine the needs and capabilities of clients and carers, and drawing up plans of support under the supervision and guidance of a designated supervisor, using agreed eligibility criteria and in accordance with statutory requirements, Directorate and Corporate Policy and National Legislation. Cost any support package and assist the client to access the most appropriate and comprehensive support available through community resources, direct payments or commissioned services. This should be achieved where appropriate within a multi-agency environment and in accordance with service users' wishes,...

WCB NE are looking for compassionate and dedicated Support Worker's to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in providing care and support to children and young people in crisis, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times. You will have experience of working with children and young people who may have challenging behaviors and suffered trauma and neglect. WCB works across locations in the North East Responsibilities * Support the children and young people within their home and out in the community with activities * Maintain accurate daily records * Engage in meaningful interactions with the children and young people to promote their emotional well-being and social engagement. * Work closely with management and other professionals * Support with cleaning and cooking * Support the young personal learning independent skills Requirements * 1 years UK previous experience working with children ideally in a residential setting * NVQ 3...

Early Years/ Year 1 Teacher - Norwich Our partnered primary school in Norwich is seeking an Early Years/ KS1 specialist. Do you have experience with the EY/KS1 curriculum? The class in a split of EY/ KS1 children in a warm and nurturing school. This position starts in April (Summer term) and is for the remainder of the academic year, with the potential for it to become permanent Reasons to join the TimePlan team: We put you first - listening and understanding the type of work you would like Refer a friend - £150 of high street vouchers! We pay all our teachers in line with the Agency Worker Regulations, meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee Our local consultant will be on hand to support you throughout your journey with usApplication To be considered for this exciting opportunity please send your click the 'Apply Now' button below. Please note, due to the volume of applications, only successful teacher applicants will be contacted. TimePlan Education Group...

Social Work Assistant – Area Services (GR3) Reporting to: Team Manager Location: Birmingham About the Organisation Birmingham Children’s Trust is a large, ambitious organisation employing around 1,900 staff with an operating budget of approximately £200m per year. We serve a diverse city of over 1.1 million people and are driven by one clear purpose: “Working together to make Birmingham the greatest city to grow up in.” We work in a city where the need is real and urgent: 32.4% of children live in poverty (above the national average) Infant mortality rates are significantly higher than the England average This makes our work challenging — but also incredibly meaningful. Our Values Everything we do is underpinned by our shared values: One Team • Accountability & Responsibility • Quality & Innovation • Relationships • High Support / High Challenge The Role We are looking for a Senior Social Work Assistant to join our Area Services teams, supporting social...

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant (Complex Needs) Contract Type: Full-time Temporary Work Start Date: 16/03/2026 Location: Broxbourne, Hertfordshire Salary: £19,000 – £19,700 per annum Salary dependent on experience and qualifications. Higher rates are reserved for candidates with substantial experience and/or relevant training such as a recognised Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent). Pay is determined in line with school expectations and Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), where applicable. About the Role: Teach-Now is working in partnership with a specialist secondary setting in Broxbourne that supports pupils with severe and complex learning difficulties, including autism, communication needs, and associated sensory and behavioural needs. We are seeking a compassionate and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team. This is a rewarding opportunity to work within a highly structured, nurturing and therapeutic environment where learning...

SEN Teacher Contract Type: Full Time | Temporary Start Date: 16/03/2026 Location: Enfield, London, UK Salary: £37,870 – £50,474 per annum (Outer London Pay Scale) Salary will be determined based on experience and position on the Main Pay Range. The maximum salary of £50,474 is applicable to candidates with substantial teaching experience equivalent to M6. About the Role We are seeking an experienced and compassionate SEN Teacher to join a large, inclusive primary school in Enfield from March 2026. This is a rewarding opportunity to lead teaching and learning within an informal SEN Hub, working alongside two Additional Resource Provisions (ARPs). The hub currently supports a small cohort of pupils on a part-time basis, many of whom have complex needs including autism, attachment difficulties, and communication challenges. You will be supported by a dedicated team consisting of 1 HLTA and 3 support staff, creating a strong staffing ratio that enables personalised, high-quality...

EYFS Teacher – Summer Term Opportunity Job Type: Full Time, Temporary Start Date: 20/04/2026 Salary: £37,868 - £50,474 per year Salary will be determined based on experience and position on the Main Pay Range. The maximum salary of £50,474 is applicable to candidates with substantial teaching experience equivalent to M6. Teach Now is recruiting for a passionate and experienced EYFS Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in Enfield for the summer term. This is a full-time teaching role within an Early Years class of 30 pupils. The school is seeking a confident practitioner with strong EYFS experience (mandatory) who can step into the role seamlessly and deliver high-quality early years provision. About the School This is a community mixed primary school for children aged 4–11, currently with approximately 218 pupils on roll, grouped according to age. The school is described as happy, vibrant, and inclusive, set within extensive grounds that provide excellent outdoor...

Year 3 Teacher – Summer Term Contract (April Start) Location: Islington, London, UK Job Type: Full Time, Temporary Salary: £37,868 - £50,474 per year (M1 - M6) Start Date: 13/04/2026 (Until July 2026) Salary will be determined based on experience and position on the Main Pay Range. The maximum salary of £50,474 is applicable to candidates with substantial teaching experience equivalent to M6. About the Role: Teach-Now is partnering with a vibrant and inclusive two-form entry primary school in Islington, serving a diverse local community. The school is seeking an experienced Year 3 Class Teacher to join them for the summer term, from April until the end of the academic year. The role has become available due to the current teacher relocating. You will take over a well-behaved and motivated class, supported by a parallel teacher, strong leadership team, and dedicated support staff. The school has high aspirations for all pupils and is committed to helping every child reach...

Join a welcoming SEN specialist school in Luton! School Support Worker Location: Luton Pay: £460-£500 per week Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, term-time only Fantastic Opportunity in the Education and Training Sector Academics are seeking dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants or Psychology graduates in Luton who are passionate about supporting children with special educational needs. Join a welcoming and supportive team at an outstanding SEN school in Luton, where your skills and commitment will be truly valued. As a School Support Worker and gain valuable experience supporting students with SEMH, Autism, and ADHD. This role is perfect for anyone aspiring to careers in clinical psychology, counselling, social work, or youth justice. What We Offer No evening, weekend, or holiday work Full induction and ongoing training Career progression within a growing trust Wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Programme The Ideal School Support Worker Interest or experience in mental...

Prospero Teaching is seeking passionate, patient, and resilient SEN Educational Support Workers to join a specialist school in Totton, supporting children and young people aged 2-19 years with severe, profound, and complex learning difficulties. Many pupils also have co‑existing conditions such as Autism, Down Syndrome, sensory needs, physical disabilities, and significant communication challenges. This highly specialist setting offers a deeply rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pupils who require consistent, personalised, and holistic support. The school provides exceptional training, a nurturing environment, and temp‑to‑perm pathways for candidates who demonstrate commitment, reliability, and the ability to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils. Key Responsibilities Providing personalised support to pupils with severe, profound, and complex learning difficulties Supporting children with Autism, Down Syndrome, physical disabilities,...