1345 specialist support worker jobs found

Learning Support Worker - Specialist Provision North Bristol Long-Term & Flexible Supply Opportunities! Are you passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of young people who need it most? We are currently recruiting dedicated and resilient Learning Support Workers to work within a specialist setting supporting both primary and secondary-aged pupils. This is a rewarding opportunity to be part of a nurturing and highly supportive environment where every child is understood as an individual, and every small step forward is celebrated. About the Setting This specialist provision is built around a trauma-informed, child-centred ethos, placing strong emphasis on relationships, consistency and emotional wellbeing. Staff work collaboratively to create a safe, structured and predictable environment where pupils feel secure enough to engage in learning. The approach focuses on: Building trust and positive relationships Understanding behaviour as...

PMLD Teaching Assistant Are you a support worker, care worker, youth worker or teaching assistant looking to transition into a rewarding role within a specialist school environment? We are currently recruiting on behalf of a specialist SEN school in Preston that supports children and young people with a range of additional needs, including autism, communication difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health needs. The Role You will work as part of a supportive staff team to provide both classroom and individual support to pupils with complex additional needs. The role will involve working closely with teachers and other support staff to create a safe, structured and engaging learning environment. Key responsibilities include: • Supporting pupils in the classroom on a 1:1 basis or in small groups • Helping students access learning activities and remain engaged • Supporting communication and social development, providing personal care where needed • Assisting with...

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...

Learning Disability Support Worker (CYP Services) – Make Every Shift Matter🌟 Are you looking for a career where no two days are the same, your work truly changes lives, and you’re supported every step of the way? We’re seeking passionate, caring Learning Disability Support Workers to join our friendly agency team, supporting children and young people with learning disabilities across a range of settings. 💙 Why Join Us? ✨ Specialist Impact – Support children and young people with learning disabilities to thrive, develop life skills, and reach their full potential. 🕒 Flexibility – Choose shifts that fit around your life: days, nights, and sleep-ins available. 🌈 Meaningful Work – Make a genuine, lasting difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs. 🤝 Supportive Team – Join a welcoming agency that values your wellbeing, development, and contribution. 🧩 Your Role: ✔ Provide compassionate, person-centred support tailored to individual needs ✔ Support...

Sessional Assessing Social Worker 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. Role: Self-employed Form F Assessor Locations: Applicants must live within the following areas, Bexley, Bromley, Croydon, Greenwich, Kingston, Lambeth, Lewisham, Merton, Richmond, Southwark, Sutton, and Wandsworth. As a charity, we are committed to ensuring that our resources are directed towards supporting our children. For this reason, we are only able to consider applicants who live within the required geographical areas, as supporting roles outside these locations would create additional costs. Pay - £2,250 per Form F Assessment / £37.50 per hour, plus £250 bonus for ‘panel ready’ assessments, plus £250 bonus for completion within 16 weeks, plus 45p mileage We are the UK’s largest specialist charity provider of fostering. Our core work involves providing high...

Youth Worker - SEND Specialist - Halifax Through Academics Educational Recruitment Are you a passionate and experienced youth worker looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Academics Educational Recruitment is seeking a dedicated individual who can bring energy, empathy, and resilience to a rewarding role supporting young people in SEND settings in Halifax. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives on building meaningful relationships and creating a safe, supportive environment where every young person can succeed. The Ideal Candidate Will: Have proven experience working as a youth worker or supporting young people in challenging environments Demonstrate a calm, patient, and positive approach at all times Be highly skilled in de-escalation techniques and behaviour management Act as a strong, consistent role model who inspires trust and respect Show genuine passion for supporting...

Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced Social Worker to join the Looked After Children (LAC) Team for Lewisham Council. Duties and Responsibilities: * Managing a caseload of Looked After Children, ensuring all statutory duties are fulfilled. * Completing care plans, pathway plans, and permanency planning to achieve long-term stability. * Undertaking statutory visits and reviews in line with legislative requirements and timescales. * Working closely with foster carers, residential placements, and partner agencies. * Supporting children and young people to achieve positive outcomes and transitions into adulthood. * Preparing detailed reports for court, reviews, and other statutory meetings. * Maintaining accurate and timely case recordings in line with statutory guidance. Working Pattern: * Hybrid working Pay Rate: * £37.52 p/h Umb Essential Requirements: * Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalent * Minimum 3 years'...

Support Worker - SEN School - Wirral Location: Wirral Pay: £90-£100 per day Job Type: Full-time, long-term Start Date: Immediate The Role We are recruiting for a Support Worker to work as a SEN Teaching Assistant within specialist schools. This role involves supporting children with special educational needs (SEN) in an education setting, including: Autism (ASD) ADHD SEMH (social, emotional and mental health needs) Behavioural needs You will work as a Teaching Assistant within the classroom, supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups. Who This Role Is Suitable For This role is ideal for individuals with experience in: Support Worker or Care Worker roles Residential support work Youth work Working with vulnerable individuals Experience supporting individuals with autism, learning disabilities or behaviour is highly relevant to this school-based role. Requirements Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals Ability to...

SEN Teaching Assistant - Wirral Location: Wirral Pay: £90-£100 per day Job Type: Full-time, long-term Start Date: Immediate The Role We are recruiting for SEN Teaching Assistants to work within specialist schools in the local area. This Teaching Assistant role involves supporting pupils with special educational needs (SEN) within an education setting, including: Autism (ASD) ADHD SEMH (social, emotional and mental health needs) Behavioural needs You will work as a Teaching Assistant on a 1:1 basis or in small groups within the classroom, helping pupils access learning and develop key skills. Experience Required We are looking for candidates with experience in: Working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant (LSA), or within a school Supporting children or young people within an education setting Support Worker, Care Worker or Youth Worker roles Working with special educational needs, autism or behaviour A background in education or a degree such as...

Important: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. This role also requires a driver with access to their own car. Join Nurseplus as a Care Worker – Supporting Women and Children Affected by Domestic Abuse At Nurseplus, every shift you work is an opportunity to make a real difference. As a temporary Care Worker, you’ll play a vital role in supporting women and children who have experienced domestic abuse. You’ll work across a range of services including refuges, supported housing, and community-based projects, helping individuals move towards safety, stability, and long-term recovery. Why Choose Nurseplus? Flexibility that Works for You: Choose shifts that suit your lifestyle – full-time, part-time, days, nights, or weekends. Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates: Earn between £12.21 and £19.0 per hour, paid weekly (higher rates apply for bank holidays). Workwise App: Manage your availability and easily book shifts...

Are you motivated and committed to making a real difference in the lives of children who have experienced early childhood trauma? Could you be the person who helps shape their future in a positive way? Do you have experience supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Are you confident working with Looked After Children (LAC) and those within the care system? Have you previously worked in a residential support role? The Role… Teaching Assistant for Trauma Impacted Looked After Children Working within a small, specialist school designed for Looked After Children who have experienced early trauma, you will provide vital classroom support. You will help pupils to succeed within an educational setting by using a therapeutic approach to behaviour, teaching, and learning. The school caters for students across Key Stage 1 through to Key Stage 4 and delivers a broad, balanced curriculum. A strong pastoral approach is essential-your role will involve...

Do you have a desire to help children or young adults in education who require additional help? Are you looking for a rewarding position? I am currently recruiting for several roles in a mainstream send Hub setting to help support children at all Levels and across ages groups from EYFS - KS2 with Autism needs to start from September 2026. We have worked with this school for many years and supported them with all send roles, they are now opening a SEND Hub in September/October 2026. I am looking for Autism specialists who are supportive, caring, resilient and sympathetic to the needs of children with ASD. You may not have lots of education experience yet but if you have a personal connection or real-life experience of working with people with Autism in a different setting then I would be keen to hear from you. If you have worked with SEN in other backgrounds such as care work or personally, I would also be interested in speaking with you! I currently have one to one roles in...

Bring Your Residential Support Experience Into SEND Schools Are you a Residential Support Worker looking for a role that still makes a difference but finally gives you your evenings and weekends back? This is your chance to step into a SEND Support Assistant role within a specialist school setting, using the skills you already have - but with a much healthier work-life balance. Why Residential Support Workers Are Perfect for This Role If you've supported young people or adults with: -autism or complex learning needs -challenging behaviour -emotional or behavioural difficulties -personal care -communication needs -trauma-informed or attachment-aware approaches …then you already have the core skills needed to thrive as a SEND Teaching Assistant. Your patience, resilience, and ability to stay calm in a crisis make you exactly the kind of person these pupils need. What the Role Involves -Supporting children with additional needs in small, nurturing classroom settings -Helping...

SEN Teaching Assistant | SEND Teaching Assistant | Learning Support Assistant (Full-Time, Long-Term) Location: Ashford, Kent Start Date: ASAP Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term | Temp-to-Perm Opportunity Salary: £104 - £110 per day (Weekly Pay) Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Monday to Friday SEN Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start | Ashford Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, SEND Teaching Assistant, or Learning Support Assistant (LSA) looking for a full-time role in Ashford? Do you have a passion for supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) such as Autism (ASD), PMLD, SLD, ADHD, and complex needs? We are recruiting for a dedicated SEN Support Assistant to join a well-established specialist SEN school in Ashford, Kent. This is a highly rewarding opportunity to support pupils aged 3-19 years with severe and complex learning difficulties in a nurturing and well-supported environment. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in education, care,...

We are seeking a calm, compassionate, and highly committed Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil at a welcoming, inclusive, and forward-thinking primary school in Bristol. With supportive staff, excellent facilities, and a strong community ethos, this school offers an inspiring environment in which to make a real impact. This role centres on delivering consistent, individualised support that empowers the pupil to thrive in a nurturing, secure, and engaging learning environment. Full-time availability is preferred but not essential. Main Responsibilities Provide targeted one-to-one support tailored to the pupil's individual learning, social, and emotional needs. Build a trusting, positive, and motivational relationship to help the pupil develop confidence and make meaningful progress. Collaborate proactively with the class teacher and SENDCo to implement effective behaviour support and personalised learning strategies. Ensure the...

PK Education are currently recruiting for a Behaviour Support Worker to work within an independent Alternative Provision in Birmingham. This setting provides tailored interventions and personalised support to pupils who may struggle to thrive in mainstream education. This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced, proactive individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable young people. The role offers flexible temporary opportunities, with the potential to progress into a permanent position for the right candidate. If you are motivated by supporting young people with behavioural, social, and emotional needs, and want to develop your skills in a nurturing and child-centred environment, we would love to hear from you. About the Role: Provide specialist behavioural support to pupils in 1:1 and small group settings Support pupils through engaging projects and personalised programmes aimed at building confidence, resilience and positive...

Job Title: Band 7 Social Worker Location: Torbay (Torbay & South Devon NHS Foundation Trust) Duration: 12 Weeks (initial) Start Date: ASAP Working Pattern: Full Time (Monday - Friday) Pay Rate: £30.00 per hour (Umbrella) Positions Available: 2 Role Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for 2 experienced Band 7 Social Workers to join a busy NHS service in Torbay. You will be working within a multidisciplinary team, supporting complex adult cases and playing a key role in assessment, safeguarding, discharge planning and care coordination. Key Responsibilities Complete Section 9 Care Act assessments and develop support plans Undertake Mental Capacity Assessments (MCA) Lead Section 42 safeguarding enquiries Carry out comprehensive risk assessments Complete Carers assessments Support hospital discharge planning, including funding pathways and commissioned services Manage complex...

SEND Mentor We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Specialist to support neurodivergent teenagers, including those with autism, ADHD and learning differences. The role involves providing personalised support, facilitating social and life skills development, and working closely with families, educators and other professionals to help young people thrive socially, academically and emotionally. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by empowering teenagers to build confidence, independence and the skills they need for adulthood. This role is directly linked to EHCP funding and is therefore offered on a fixed-term contract for one term in the first instance. What we offer: A supportive working environment and well-behaved students. Our commitment to you: Staff are our most valued asset and we place a high emphasis on staff well-being and professional development, no matter what stage of your career you are at. We pride ourselves with the supportive and...

Production Scheduler 12 month contract Based in Broughton Offering £29.51ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience using SAP? Do you have experience in scheduling/planning within a manufacturing environment? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Production Scheduler, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Support operations for the delivery of all product part commodities, that are required to achieve build and meet cost and delivery targets Support as part of a multi-functional team any projects aimed at improving business performance and deal with any day-to-day issues as they arise Provide support to the Operational Business...

Qualified Social Worker (QSW) - Adult Social Care Location: Cheshire East Rate: £37 per hour Eden Brown Synergy are currently recruiting for an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join the Adult Social Care team in Cheshire East. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional looking to make a meaningful impact while benefiting from a competitive hourly rate. Key Responsibilities: Undertake assessments, care planning, and reviews in line with statutory responsibilities Work collaboratively with service users, families, and multi-disciplinary teams Safeguard vulnerable adults and promote independence and wellbeing Manage a varied caseload effectively within agreed timescales Requirements: Qualified Social Worker with relevant degree or equivalent Registered with Social Work England Previous experience within Adult Social Care Strong assessment and communication skills Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include: DBS check processed and paid for...