16 adult support workers jobs found in Shaftesbury

Adult Support Workers - Shaftesbury, Dorset GBP15 per hour | Experience Preferred| Personal Care Involved Are you a compassionate, reliable, and experienced support worker looking to make a real difference in someones life? We are currently seeking dedicated Adult Support Workers to join our team in Shaftesbury, Dorset. About the Role You will be supporting adults in their own homes or within supported living environments, helping them maintain independence and live safely and comfortably. The role includes: · Providing personal care (washing, dressing, hygiene support) · Assisting with daily living tasks · Supporting with mobility · Promoting independence and wellbeing · Accurate record keeping and reporting What Were Looking For · Previous experience in adult care or support work · A caring, patient, and professional approach · Good communication skills · Ability to work independently and as part of a team · Reliability and commitment · DBS check (or...

Teaching Assistant – SEMH Secondary Provision Temp to Perm | Full-Time | Term Time Only Do you have the resilience, patience, and emotional insight to support young people who have experienced significant barriers to education? We are recruiting Teaching Assistants to work within a specialist secondary SEMH setting, supporting students who may present with complex social, emotional and mental health needs. This role is ideally suited to individuals who take a trauma-informed, relationship-led approach and are committed to helping young people feel safe, valued, and understood. About the role As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students both inside and outside of the classroom. Many of the young people you will work with may have experienced trauma, adverse childhood experiences, and disrupted learning journeys. Your ability to provide consistency, structure, and positive role modelling will be essential in helping them re-engage with education....

A friendly and welcoming school in Bath is looking for a number of support staff that that can work with pupils of various ages from September. The school is equipped with fantastic facilities, is well connected via public transport and has good car parking facilities. Whilst the majority of the role will involve in school support, the pupils that you will be supporitng have tailored timetables, which may involve Sports, Arts & Crafts or other activites. The school is committed to preparing all of their pupils for adult life through setting high expectations of their pupils, whilst establishing firm boundaries. If you have worked with (or have an interest in working with) SEN pupils, then this role would be perfect! The successful candidate will have: Passion for working with children Previous experience of working with children is desirable but not essential Be passionate and enthusiastic to work with children across EYFS, key stage 1 and key stage 2 Will be proactive and...

Ideally, you’ll have some experience as a TA already, but we know brilliant support skills come from all sorts of backgrounds. Care work, social work, youth groups, mentoring, residential support… if you’ve been there for others before, those skills transfer beautifully into school life. What you’ll be doing: Supporting students across the day, from morning routines to classroom activities Working with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams to keep everything running smoothly Helping students feel safe, included and ready to learn Guiding pupils who might need a bit of extra encouragement or structure Being that calm, reassuring adult who makes school feel manageable What we’re looking for: Previous TA experience is great, though not essential Backgrounds in care, social work, youth work or similar are highly valued A DBS on the update service or willingness to obtain one Someone who brings empathy, patience and a sense of humour when it counts Reliability, teamwork and a...

KS2 Class Teacher (Full-Time, Temporary) Salisbury Start Date: After Easter Holidays Contract: Full-Time Temporary (Until end of academic year) A welcoming and supportive junior school in Salisbury is seeking a committed and enthusiastic KS2 Class Teacher to join their team after the Easter holidays. This is a full-time temporary position running until May half-term, with the potential to be extended for the right candidate. The Role: Full teaching responsibilities, including planning, preparation, marking, and assessment Delivering engaging and creative lessons in line with the KS2 curriculum Managing an average-sized class with a small number of pupils who may present some challenging behaviours Working closely and collaboratively with support staff and additional adults in the classroom Contributing positively to the wider school community planning and marking will be required. Paid to scale The Ideal Candidate Will: Be a qualified teacher (QTS) with experience in KS2...

Children’s Support Worker Join Nurseplus as a Children’s Support Worker – Make a Difference Every Day At Nurseplus, every shift you work is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need. As a Children’s Support Worker, you’ll be providing high-quality care across a range of children’s services, including residential homes, SEN schools, learning disability and challenging behaviour settings, as well as supporting children with more complex care needs. You’ll become part of a compassionate team where every contribution counts, and you’ll truly be able to make a difference to a child’s life. Why Choose Nurseplus? Flexibility that Works for You: Choose your shifts, whether full-time, part-time, days, nights, or weekends, so you can fit work around your life. Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates: Earn between £13.15 and £19.00 per hour, with weekly pay and an annual pay review to reward your hard work. Workwise App: Take control of your schedule with our...

Job Title: Assistant Team Manager Child Protection Location: Dorchester (Dorset) Contract Type: Temporary, FT. 37 hours Salary: Up to £45.00 (umbrella) Type: Hybrid/Remote working About Us: Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and 50% of our profits are returned directly to Dorset Council for investment in frontline services. About the Role/Responsibilities: We are seeking a full-time Assistant Team Manager to join our Permanence Team. You will be an experienced, qualified social worker with a passion for supporting children in care and helping them achieve stability and long-term security. In this role, you will provide leadership and management support to the team, working alongside the Team Manager to ensure high-quality practice and effective supervision. You will: Supervise and appraise social...

Support Worker Location: Somerset Pay Rate: £13.68 - £14.00 per hour, holiday pay inclusive* Reference: SW/PLYMOUTH/6 Are you a compassionate individual looking to make a difference in people’s lives? We’d like you to join us at Jane Lewis as a Support Worker in Somerset What We Offer you as a Support Worker: Competitive pay: £13.68 - £14.00 per hour (holiday pay inclusive) Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle Free comprehensive training Enhanced DBS check provided 24/7 support from our dedicated branch team Your Role as a Support Worker: Supporting individuals with mental health conditions in a residential and community setting Encouraging independence with daily living tasks Supporting service users with hobbies, activities, and social engagement Building positive, professional relationships with people who have varying needs and abilities Promoting dignity, respect, and wellbeing always Requirements: Aged 18 or over Right to work in the UK (no sp0ns0rship available)...

Senior Support Worker Role Overview We are looking for confident and experienced Senior Support Workers to join a supportive team working with young people in both educational and residential settings. This position involves supporting individuals throughout their daily routines, both on-site and during external activities. You will play a key role in helping young people build independence, resilience, and confidence by offering consistent emotional and practical support. Working collaboratively with colleagues, you’ll contribute to creating a safe, structured, and nurturing environment where young people can thrive. Professionalism is essential in this role, as you will be expected to act as a positive role model and represent the organisation appropriately at all times. About the Provision This service provides specialist education and residential care for young people aged 11 to 19 with autism, complex learning needs, and behaviours that may challenge. It operates on a...

Job Title: Children's Support worker Location: Candle lodge - Southampton Contract Type: Temp Salary: £17.91- £35.82 per hour depending on shift worked About the Role Connect2Hampshire are currently recruiting for Children's Residential Support workers to work in one of Hampshire County Councils Children's residential home based in Southampton. You will work as part of a diverse and supportive team of professional carers to provide a stimulating and caring environment for young people who may display extreme behaviour and high levels of distress, and who may have great difficulty forming and maintaining relationships. Your focus will be to act as a 'therapeutic parent' and role-model to the young people by forming positive, trusting relationships that enable them to feel safe and cared for. This requires you to have a great deal of patience, empathy and understanding, and the ability to be consistent, kind and respectful, even in the face of extremely challenging...

We currently seeking a Substance Misuse Recovery Worker for our client in Southampton on an initial 3 month contract to start ASAP. The rate of pay will be negotiated between £21-23 an hour. As a Recovery Coordinator you will be required to: * Supporting service users from point of entry into the service and through their treatment/recovery journey; * Providing screening, assessment, and recovery planning and onward referral; * Reducing drug and alcohol related harm to service users and the wider community; * Promoting carer, service user and community involvement; * Providing advocacy for access to partnership services; * Working with service users to support social (re)integration, enabling them to lead meaningful and purposeful lives: promoting recovery, resilience, peer support and self determination. An Enhanced Adults and Children's DBS will be required for this position

SEN LSA Pay: £14.53-£15.93 per hour Job Description: Make a meaningful difference every day supporting children with additional needs whilst developing your career in specialist education. Join a specialist education team where your support creates lasting positive change in children's lives. SEN Teaching Assistant Pay: £14.33 – £15.93 per hour Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (term-time only) Contract: Temporary / Long-term / Permanent opportunities Start Date: ASAP If you're compassionate, patient, and committed to making a real difference, this is your chance to join Humly and help transform the lives of children and young people with additional needs. We are seeking SEN Teaching Assistants to work in specialist schools across Southampton and Winchester, supporting pupils with a range of needs including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), social and communication challenges, and complex learning profiles. The Role * Provide one-to-one and small group support for...

Children’s Support Worker Join Nurseplus as a Children’s Support Worker – Make a Difference Every Day At Nurseplus, every shift you work is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need. As a Children’s Support Worker, you’ll be providing high-quality care across a range of children’s services, including residential homes, SEN schools, learning disability and challenging behaviour settings, as well as supporting children with more complex care needs. You’ll become part of a compassionate team where every contribution counts, and you’ll truly be able to make a difference to a child’s life. Why Choose Nurseplus? Flexibility that Works for You: Choose your shifts, whether full-time, part-time, days, nights, or weekends, so you can fit work around your life. Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates: Earn between £13.15 and £19.00 per hour, with weekly pay and an annual pay review to reward your hard work. Workwise App: Take control of your schedule with our...

Are you passionate about helping young people find their path? Do you thrive in fast‑paced, energetic environments where no two days are the same? If so, we’d love to hear from you. We are currently working with a specialist setting supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs across both primary and secondary sites. The pupils require adults who are resilient, calm under pressure, and confident working with challenging behaviour. Your role will be to build trust, create meaningful relationships, and help pupils re-engage with learning through creative, hands‑on approaches. What Makes This Setting Unique The environments are tailored for pupils who thrive through practical, experiential and active learning. Facilities include: A BMX track used for physical regulation, therapy and confidence-building A mechanics car and workshop for vocational learning Flexible indoor and outdoor personalised learning spaces Supportive staff teams...

Community Care Assistant Join Nurseplus as a Homecare Assistant – Make a Real Difference in Your Community Every Day Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of vulnerable people in your community? As a Homecare Assistant with Nurseplus Care at home, you’ll have the unique opportunity to provide outstanding, compassionate care directly in the comfort of clients’ homes within the social care sector. Whether you’re supporting individuals with learning disabilities, complex care needs, mental health conditions, dementia, or assisting elderly clients, you’ll be making a meaningful difference with every shift. Why Join Nurseplus Care at home? Continuity of Care: We strive to provide continuity with the same clients and consistent hours each week. Whether you prefer short visits traveling from home to home or longer 12-hour shifts in one location, we have a variety of options to suit your lifestyle. Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates: Earn between £13.50 and...

We currently seeking a Substance Misuse Recovery Worker for our client in Newbury on a 3 month contract to start ASAP. The rate of pay will be negotiated between £22-23 an hour. This will be Full Time Contract, Monday to Friday from 09:00-17:00. As a Recovery Worker you will be required to: * Supporting service users from point of entry into the service and through their treatment/recovery journey; * Providing screening, assessment, and recovery planning and onward referral; * Reducing alcohol related harm to service users and the wider community; * Promoting carer, service user and community involvement; * Providing advocacy for access to partnership services; * Working with service users to support social (re)integration, enabling them to lead meaningful and purposeful lives: promoting recovery, resilience, peer support and self determination. An Enhanced Adults and Children's DBS will be required for this position