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Social Emotional Mental Health Teaching Assistant (SEMH) Q - Are you studying Psychology or a similar degree and due to graduate this July? Q - Are you considering a career in Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Therapies or similar? If so, EdEx are exclusively working on multiple Social Emotional Mental Health Teaching Assistant vacancies at the leading All-Through (Primary and Secondary) school in Waltham Forest. Having worked with the school for the last two years, we now have a long list of graduates that have worked at the school for a full academic year and have gone onto roles like Assistant Psychologist, Mental Health Support Worker and working in CAMHS units with the NHS. Not just this but going onto Masters studies and PhD's in their specialist field. These Social Emotional Mental Health Teaching Assistant roles are the perfect springboard to further your experience with children or young adults enabling you to apply for further studies, or to bolster your CV ahead of the ultra-competitive Assistant Psychologist positions. As a Social Emotional Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you will have the opportunity to: Work with a wide variety of SEN including but not limited to: ASD (Autism), SP&L (Speech and Language), SEMH (Social, Emotional, Mental Health), Behaviour, GDD (Global Developmental Delay) & more Support children in a professional setting, 1-2-1 and in small group interventions Work in the classroom alongside Class Teachers, Senior Leaders and SENCOs (Special Educational Needs Coordinators) Utilise the school's specialist Sensory Rooms to carry out specialist out of class interventions alongside schools' SENCO Have exposure to external agencies, Social Workers, Counsellors, Educational Psychologists & more Work with children with EHCPs (Educational Healthcare Plans) ensuring their needs are met Receive on the job training including Safeguarding, Prevent, Autism Awareness, Paediatric First Aid Training & more!If you're interested in these Social Emotional Mental Health Teaching Assistant positions, please apply with your latest CV including all relevant experience, whether it's voluntary, personal or professional experience. Or read on below to find out more . Social Emotional Mental Health Teaching Assistant - School / Role Details: 'Outstanding' Grading by Ofsted - Since 2013 An All-Through School - meaning they have a Primary and Secondary school on the same site Children / Young People aged 4-16 Headteacher is EXCEPTIONALLY supportive - there isn't anything she won't do for her pupils and staff (including staff having an on-site counsellor if they need it!) Based in North London in the borough of Waltham Forest - easily commutable from East, North and Central London ALL Staff work together with one goal - to best support pupils' growth, confidence and academic excellence Working full time, Monday - Friday (no weekends) Working school hours, 8:00am - 4:00pm Term Time Only - only working during term time Long-term contract - Starting in September 2025 through till July 2026 Pay: £110 - £120 per day - paid on a weekly basisSocial Emotional Mental Health Teaching Assistant - Ideal Candidate: A graduate (or soon to be!) in a relevant subject, Psychology isn't essential! Predicted or Final grade 1st Class or 2:1 A genuine interest in working with and supporting young people / children, whether that's through Psychology routes, social mobility or Education in general Previous experience (Don't be scared off!) whether that's tutoring, summer camps, nannying, babysitting, support worker etc Any professional or personal SEN / Disability experience is an added bonus Imperative - resilience, a get up and go personality and a wicked sense of humour Strong A-Levels and GCSEs across the board Ambitious - want to learn, to progress, to get involved as much as possibleThe school will look after you, nurture you and train you in various aspects of the role and how best to support children / young people. This is a real opportunity to propel your career and get ahead of your peers. If you're interested in these Social Emotional Mental Health Teaching Assistant positions, apply today. James at EdEx will be in touch within 24 hours to arrange an initial telephone call for all shortlisted applicants. Social Emotional Mental Health Teaching Assistant (SEMH) INDTA

Description Do you want to make a difference to a child's life? Become a highly valued Senior Children's Residential Support Worker and join us for a truly rewarding career! Pay rate: £32,644 - £34,824 per annum (based on 8 sleeps per month and an hourly rate of £12.95 - £14.00 per hour). Opportunities to pick up overtime at enhanced rate. Hours: 173 hours per month - the most common shift pattern is 2 days on, 3 days off, with sleep in's (shifts may vary). Rotas given in advance. We are a 365 day a year service due to the nature of our work. Essential requirements: Level 3/4 in Residential Childcare qualification and experience of working in Children's Residential Care. Full UK driving licence. The right to work in the UK. Due to industry regulations, applicants must be over 21. Esland are driven to changing children's' lives for the better by providing best-in-class specialist services. We are looking for nurturing and supportive people, who can give our children high levels of care and allow them to achieve amazing outcomes. Benefits: We offer routes for progression and the opportunity undergo further qualifications within Residential Childcare once employed We offer BILD accredited, paid induction training You will have access to a company app that provides high street discounts, online medical support, financial advice and counselling An additional day off for your birthday Access to a holiday home in the Peak District where you can stay for free, on the company! The Role: Our homes offer crisis intervention and trauma informed therapeutic care. Our young people receive the highest quality residential care and take part in recreational activities tailored to the child's interests e.g. cinema, swimming and sports, etc. Successful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices (the company will cover the costs). All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Esland employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or any other perceived difference. About Esland With over 35 years of residential childcare experience, the Esland group now has more than 65 residential children's and assessment homes, and five schools, that are spread across the Kent, Hertfordshire, Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Lincolnshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Wiltshire, Bedfordshire, Nottinghamshire, West Midlands and Northamptonshire regions of England. This also includes our Esland online school accessible to children throughout the UK which helps to deliver education to children missing education by utilising our specialised Turning the Curve education programme. With over 800 team members and over 200 young people supported we strive to help our children achieve their very best outcomes, through our bespoke residential care, education, therapeutic and activity-led wraparound services.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Domestic Abuse Caseworker to join the team in Blackpool, working 37.5 hours a week. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role: This role is based at Accrington. Once your probation period is completed you will be eligible to apply for hybrid working. All travel costs to and from appointments from your office base will be reimbursed. As a Domestic Abuse Caseworker, you will be: Focusing on victims of domestic abuse and will provide a pro-active, short to medium term crisis intervention service, through individual safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support This will include supporting victims either face to face or over the telephone to assist them in accessing services to keep them and their family safe. It will involve developing individual safety plans to meet client's needs as identified in the needs and risk assessment. You will provide advocacy, emotional and practical support and information to victims including exploration of legal and civil options, housing, health and finance and support clients through the criminal justice system. You will participate fully in multi-agency meetings by being the voice of the client and follow up actions agreed in meetings keeping the client's safety at the forefront of proceedings. You will need to: Have a good understanding of domestic abuse including the impact of domestic abuse on victims and their children. Understand the principles of risk assessment, safety planning and risk management for victims of domestic abuse and their children Understand Safeguarding issues, and the legal responsibilities surrounding these issues Have theoretical, practical and procedural knowledge of civil and criminal justice remedies for victims of domestic abuse and their children Experience of working within a multi-agency and legislative framework Experience of managing a complex caseload, to prioritise work and deal with competing demands demonstrating an organised and methodical approach to work Have strong crisis management skills and the ability to deal with stressful and difficult situations Have excellent communication, negotiation and advisory skills, both written and verbal when interacting with a range of agencies and individuals Demonstrate the ability to use IT applications competently including, Microsoft Word, Excel etc. and Case Management systems in order to keep accurate records and monitoring your performance. This role involves regular travel and due to the location, a driving license and access to a vehicle is considered an essential requirement. If you are unable to drive because of a disability please indicate this in your application in your personal statement so we can explore the feasibility of alternative arrangements. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We look forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.

We have opportunities for Senior Social Workers to join our new Adolescent Service team based in Reigate. The salary range for Senior Social Workers is £51,399 - £54,588 per annum . This is inclusive of a market supplement of £5,000. We also offer a financial package of up to £6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post. Rewards and benefits: A competitive relocation package of up to £8,000 We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee 28 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Access to our car lease scheme Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to support health and wellbeing A generous local government salary related pension 2 paid volunteering days per year Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Paternity, adoption and dependents leave About Us This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a brand-new Adolescent Service that is being created in Surrey. This new service will bring together a range services for young people including those who go missing, are involved in gang culture and are vulnerable to exploitation, including criminal and sexual exploitation. Our team includes Social Workers and Adolescent Practitioners who are focussed on achieving positive outcomes for young people. We are committed to doing things differently through implementing a brand-new model for working with adolescents, taking into account current research and best practice. Our Progress We are proud of our recent Good Ofsted judgement, which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. In relation to our Adolescent Service the report highlights that: "The intensive and highly effective support provided to children and families by adolescent team social workers, intensive family support workers and edge of care workers enables children to remain living with their families when it is safe to do so and in their best interests." and that: "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." If you are considering your next professional opportunity and looking for an ambitious and highly motivated employer who is continuously striving for better services for children and young people, then our Surrey Children's Services would love to hear from you. About the Role We are looking for enthusiastic people who want to be part of the journey to help shape services in Surrey for adolescents. You will have support from a range of teams in a central hub to compliment the work that you do. This includes Youth Justice, Missing, Edge of Care and Rapid Response, Intervention Support, Risk and Intelligence and Youth Offer. As part of the latter phase of the safeguarding adolescents model, partnership colleagues from Education, Health, Police and other agencies will join the hubs as part of the commitment towards adolescents services in Surrey. You will work with skilled, passionate, and supportive Team Managers and colleagues, looking at innovative ways to address adolescent risk outside of the home, building relationships with our families and partners so the voices of our young people are heard. Shortlisting Criteria We are looking for skilled and passionate adolescent workers who are experienced at working with young people and have the confidence and emotional intelligence to engage others. To be considered for shortlisting for this position, you application will clearly evidence the following: Social workers that have completed their ASYE and are Social Work England registered Able to demonstrate skills in supporting adolescents at risk of exploitation, gang culture or other contextual safeguarding risks Experience in or willingness to learn about working with young people and an understanding of risk factors for adolescents especially in Surrey Capable of working with professionalism and empathy, able to write good quality assessments, implementing contextual plans, delivering interventions and undertaking court work if required Social workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Our Inclusive Approach To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions: Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. What in your view, are challenges that young people face today? Please tell us how you see the role supporting with them? Next Steps If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short first round virtual interview to explore your answers to the above questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 min), If successful following this, you will be invited for an in person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. We are committed to inclusive recruitment. That's why, if you're invited to a face-to-face interview, we'll share the themes of the questions with you in advance. This way, you can prepare and feel comfortable, allowing you to confidently discuss your skills and experiences. The job advert closes at 23:59 on the 21st July 2025. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role.

Do you want to work for an organisation that offers excellent training and support? We also offer a starting entitlement of 26 days holiday (rising to a maximum of 31 - pro rata for part time positions) and flexible working arrangements including flexitime. Are you passionate about ensuring people get the right help at the right time? Do you have excellent communication and partnership working skills? If this sounds like you, you may be the person we are looking for! Due to an internal secondment we are seeking a new Recovery and Wellbeing Worker to cover the Sedgemoor area. This is not a traditional Support Worker role. The Recovery and Wellbeing Worker will provide holistic, strengths-based interventions focusing on the needs of clients to improve their mental health and wellbeing. Working alongside Open Mental Health partners and drawing on community resources will be key in this role so if you have experience of working in a multidisciplinary team this could be the role for you. We are looking for people to help us deliver the Open Mental Health service which aims to provide enhanced, non-clinical wrap around specialist help for people who fall between primary and secondary care and those stepping back down into primary care. This role will provide high quality interventions for people with moderate and serious mental health needs in a 1:1 and group work facilitation capacity. This will include connecting people to community resources, building resilience, improving wellbeing through targeted interventions, and coordinating and navigating social and clinical services around the individual. Using a psycho-social approach you will work within a recovery and psychologically informed approach, taking a holistic view to support people s recovery to live fulfilling lives. Your offer will be tailored to individual cultural and social needs. About you: You will need to: Have experience supporting people with complex needs, including mental health, within a community setting Be a good communicator Be great at building trust with those you work with Be keen to work as part of a multidisciplinary team to contribute to the delivery of this valuable service. Be able to work on your own initiative whilst being part of a larger dispersed team Have strong organisational skills Have a driving licence and access to a vehicle due to the geography of the Sedgemoor area What is Open Mental Health about? Open Mental Health is an alliance of local voluntary organisations and the NHS. We are working in partnership to ensure that residents of Somerset get the support they need, when they need it. Our shared ambition is to ensure that people living with mental health problems get the right support at the right time. Working together, we support people to live a full life, by enabling access to specialist mental health services, housing support, debt and employment advice, volunteering opportunities, community activities and physical exercise, to help support and improve their wellbeing and quality of life. Second Step is a leading provider of mental health services. We offer excellent training and support, and we acknowledge the commitment and dedication of our employees, which is the foundation of our success. We would like to hear from people who share the same belief and values. Second Step is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community and from people who have personal experience of using mental health services . Closing date: Friday 18th July 2025

Become a role model and make a difference to the lives of children in Hampshire! Do you enjoy working with children and want to help make a significant difference to their lives? This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a brand-new Children's Home in Romsey, Hampshire, that will be applying for Ofsted registration. Due to open early 2025, the home will comprise of three self-contained living areas and a communal space. Innovative in purpose and approach, Hockley House will meet the complex needs of an identified cohort of children and young people who have significant emotional, behavioural, and mental health needs which do not meet the criteria for treatment in hospital, or the threshold for secure accommodation, but require a high level of support. With a planned multi-agency intervention package, children will experience the skill and expertise of Children's Services residential and education staff, along with co-located Health Services who will work within a common framework of trauma informed therapeutic intervention. Creating this new local provision will enable the young people to maintain family contacts, with the goal of reuniting the child with their family or supporting their transition to independence. We are looking for caring, creative and passionate people with the ability to work creatively to develop positive outcomes for our children. The key function of this role is to work directly with children. It requires a child centred approach and ability to build warm, positive and strong relationships with our children. You will be a positive role model supporting children's goals and development. Once the home opens the role will involve waking night shift work including weekend and bank holiday shifts. Before this, you will work a combination of shifts and core office hours to support yours and the team's induction and preparations for opening.

Are you passionate about making a profound difference in the lives of young people, particularly those in special educational settings? We are actively seeking dedicated and compassionate Pastoral Support Workers to join Tradewind to support at Special Schools in the Scunthorpe area. This is a crucial role within the pastoral framework, where you will directly engage with students to offer essential emotional, social, and behavioural support, empowering them to flourish within their school environment. Key Responsibilities: Work one-to-one and in small groups with students to support emotional wellbeing and personal development Build positive relationships with students, staff, and families to create a safe and supportive school environment Provide early intervention support for students at risk of disengagement or experiencing social/emotional difficulties Assist with behaviour management and support implementation of pastoral care plans Liaise with external agencies, safeguarding leads, and the wider pastoral team as appropriate Support students during transition periods (e.g. Year 6 into Year 7, post-16 pathways) What We're Looking For: Experience working with young people in an educational, youth work, or pastoral care setting A strong understanding of safeguarding, emotional wellbeing, and inclusion Excellent communication, empathy, and interpersonal skills Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage challenging situations effectively A genuine commitment to helping young people succeed academically and personally Relevant qualifications in youth work, counselling, social care, or education are desirable but not essential What the School Offers: A supportive and inclusive environment with a strong pastoral ethos. Opportunities for professional development and training. A collaborative and experienced staff team. As a Pastoral Support Worker for Tradewind, we can offer you: Support for your professional development - Tradewind Recruitment are excited to announce that we are now partnered with the National College, meaning that you have access to exceptional learning opportunities at your leisure. We can support you take your in-class pedagogy to the next level. Competitive rates of pay A dedicated Education Consultant - We pride ourselves on good working relationships with all our candidates. We will be on hand to support you and work with you to secure the work you want. 100 refer a friend reward if the educator has worked 20 days for Tradewind If you feel like you would be suited for a Pastoral Support Worker role in the Scunthorpe area, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your CV using the applying button below, contact Elizabeth on (phone number removed) or send an email to (url removed)

This role has a starting salary of £40,929 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. This is a fixed term contract/ secondment opportunity to cover maternity leave up to 4th July 2026. For internal candidates interested in a secondment, please discuss with your Line Manager before submitting your application. How would you align your strategic vision for adult social care with Surrey County Council's broader goals around prevention, early intervention, and tackling inequalities? Can you share an example of how you introduced an innovative approach or service model in adult social care? What impact did it have on service users and staff? We are hiring a new Social Worker to join our fantastic Runnymede Locality team. The team is currently based in Addlestone and is close to local amenities and shops. However, there is a planned move to the Weybridge Community Hub, at Weybridge library, on the high street and the heart of this bustling Surrey town. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Team Working in the Runnymede Locality Team means being part of a close-knit, supportive, and friendly team. Colleagues are always ready to lend a hand, share knowledge, and provide encouragement, creating a positive and collaborative atmosphere. The team is dedicated to the professional development of all its members, offering ample opportunities through the Surrey County Council training offer, mentorship, and career advancement, ensuring that everyone has the chance to thrive and reach their full potential. Additionally, being part of the Runnymede Locality Team means making a real difference in the lives of adults in the community. Additionally, the role is both challenging and rewarding, as team members provide a statutory social work service to the community of Runnymede, aiming to improve the quality of life for those they support. Within Surrey County Council there is also the established academy which ensures that the offer of learning and development to Surrey staff is excellent. About the Role As a Social Worker in Surrey, you will work across various unique projects that ensure that the people we support can enjoy a home of their own, an environment in which they are supported to live a healthy & meaningful lifestyle. You will be undertaking safeguarding enquiries, carrying out assessments within the community and working with a diverse group of individuals and partner agencies. You will be able to supervise less experienced members of staff within the team and support their development. In return for all your skills, enthusiasm and commitment we will support you to take your career to the next level. In turn, you will receive professional supervision and be working in a team of motivated, dedicated and friendly colleagues. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: Professional qualification in Social Work and current registration with Social Work England. Successful completion of an Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme if qualified as a social worker after June 2012. Experience in social care, including assessment and risk management skills. Working knowledge of both the Care Act and the Mental Capacity Act, including experience in preparation of support plans, monitoring and reviewing outcomes. Commitment to your own professional development, including maintaining up-to-date knowledge of practice issues. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and locality based social care workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. Contact us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. For an informal discussion please contact Manta Parsons or Debbie Tudman on . The job advert closes at 23:59 on 13th July 2025 with interviews to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Local Government Reorganisation Surrey County Council is preparing for Local Government Reorganisation which will allow us to implement the Government led policy of devolution, which is all about giving more powers to local areas. Currently, Surrey has a two-tier council system, with 11 district and borough councils and a county council, all responsible for different services. All these councils will be reorganised into a smaller number of new unitary councils which will come into effect in April 2027. At this point, this role will be transferred, with all existing terms and conditions intact into one of the new unitary councils. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents!

Are you a dedicated and compassionate Youth Worker passionate about making a tangible difference in the lives of young people in the Grimsby and Cleethorpes areas? Do you excel at building rapport and providing tailored support to students facing social, emotional, or behavioural challenges? If you're ready to empower young people to thrive, we want to hear from you. About the Role: As a 1:1 Youth Worker, you will be have the opportunity to support students across a variety of setting in N.E Lincolnshire. You will be responsible for providing bespoke, student-centred support to young people identified as needing additional guidance. Your role will involve fostering a safe, trusting, and supportive environment where students can explore their challenges, develop coping mechanisms, and build resilience. Your interventions will be tailored to address specific areas such as attendance, behaviour, emotional regulation, peer relationships, and academic engagement, ultimately empowering students to thrive within the school environment and beyond. Key Responsibilities: Individualised Support: Design, implement, and deliver highly effective 1:1 mentoring and support sessions for students identified by the pastoral team or SENDCo. Relationship Building: Establish and maintain strong, positive, and professional relationships with students, fostering trust, respect, and a sense of belonging. Needs Assessment & Intervention: Conduct informal assessments to understand students' individual needs and develop tailored intervention plans to address specific social, emotional, and behavioural challenges. Behaviour & Attendance Improvement: Work proactively with students to improve school attendance, reduce behavioural incidents, and promote positive engagement in lessons and extracurricular activities. Emotional Well-being: Support students in developing emotional literacy, self-regulation strategies, and resilience in managing personal challenges. Safeguarding: Uphold the highest standards of child protection and safeguarding, adhering strictly to the school's comprehensive policies and national guidelines ("Keeping Children Safe in Education"). Promptly identify and report any safeguarding concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL). Collaboration & Communication: Liaise effectively with teaching staff, pastoral leaders, SENDCOs, parents/carers, and external agencies (e.g., CAMHS, social care, youth offending teams) to ensure a holistic and coordinated approach to student support. Record Keeping: Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date records of all interventions, progress, and communications, ensuring adherence to data protection regulations. Promoting Positive Ethos: Contribute actively to the school's inclusive culture and promote its values throughout all interactions with students and the wider school community. The Ideal Candidate Will Possess: Qualifications: A relevant qualification in Youth Work, Social Care, Education, Counselling, or a related field (e.g., Level 3 Diploma in Youth Work Practice, relevant Diploma/Degree in Health & Social Care, Psychology, or Education). Experience: Significant proven experience (ideally 2+ years) working directly with young people aged 11-18 in a 1:1 capacity, preferably within a secondary school or similar educational/youth setting. Demonstrable experience in applying effective behaviour management strategies, de-escalation techniques, and restorative approaches. Experience of supporting young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and/or Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Skills & Attributes: Exceptional active listening and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust quickly with young people from diverse backgrounds. Patience, empathy, and resilience when navigating challenging situations and complex student needs. A non-judgemental, supportive, and solution-focused approach to working with young people. Strong organisational skills, including the ability to manage a caseload and maintain meticulous records. Ability to work both independently on initiative and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team. A proactive, adaptable, and flexible approach to problem-solving. Safeguarding: A comprehensive understanding of UK safeguarding legislation and "Keeping Children Safe in Education" guidance. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (on the Update Service is highly desirable) or willingness to undergo one. Application Process: To apply for this highly rewarding position, please submit your CV along with a compelling covering letter (no more than two A4 pages) outlining your relevant experience, your approach to 1:1 youth work, and how you meet the person specification to (url removed) or call (phone number removed)

We have a great opportunity to join us as a Team Manager supporting our newly reshaped Adolescent Safeguarding Service based in Weybridge and covering the North Surrey area. The salary range for Team Managers is £57,942 - £62,125 per annum . This is inclusive of a market supplement of £5,000. We also offer a financial package of up to £6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post for anyone new to Surrey. Rewards and Benefits We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee 28 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependent's leave A generous local government salary related pension 2 paid volunteering days per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources A New Way of Working Following a recent reshaping of our services, our newly reformed Adolescent Teams have been developed around a partnership model of working, bringing together a range services for young people including those who have challenges with their mental health, have additional needs, go missing, may be involved in serious youth violence and are vulnerable to exploitation including criminal and sexual exploitation. Our Adolescent service comprises of 3 locality hubs focused on delivering targeted adolescent services. You will have support from a range of teams in a newly created central adolescent hub to complement the work that you do. This includes Youth Justice, Missing, Edge of Care, Intervention Support, Risk and Intelligence and Youth Offer. The Hub will work flexibly to ensure that incoming work flows to the correct service area and will use data to underpin operational and strategic tasking. As part of the latter phase of the safeguarding adolescents model, partnership colleagues from Education, Health, Police and other agencies will join the hubs as part of the commitment towards adolescent services in Surrey. Our re-modelled service represents a 21st century opportunity to deliver innovative ways of working to address adolescent risk outside of the home, building relationships with our families and partners so the voices of our young people are heard. Our Progress We are proud of our recent Good Ofsted judgement, which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. In relation to our Adolescent Service the report highlights that: "The intensive and highly effective support provided to children and families by adolescent team social workers, intensive family support workers and edge of care workers enables children to remain living with their families when it is safe to do so and in their best interests." and that: "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." About the Role As a Team Manager within our Adolescent Service, you will: Provide professional leadership and support to ensure the safe practice of your social workers and social care practitioners Provide effective workload management in line with service key performance indicators Ensure your team are forward-thinking, responsive, and meet the diverse needs of the young people we safeguard, working with them in a strengths-based way. Manage, motivate, and develop your team Deputise for your service manager when required to ensure operational effectiveness and consistency in line with service strategies, policies, and procedures Help to develop a respectful culture recognising diverse experiences, promoting partnership working, and encouraging family-driven solutions Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: That you are an experienced social worker with Social Work England Registration. That you are an experienced manager or established senior social worker looking for first team manager role. Skills and experience of supporting adolescents who have significant challenges around their mental health, additional needs, are at risk of exploitation, serious youth violence or other contextual safeguarding risks. How you have supported or developed staff to deliver high quality assessments and interventions with families. Social care workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Our Inclusive Approach To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions: Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. What in your view, are challenges that young people face today? Please tell us how you see the role supporting with them. Next Steps If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short first round virtual interview to explore your answers to the above questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 min). If successful following this, you will be invited for an in person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. We are committed to inclusive recruitment. That's why, if you're invited to a face-to-face interview, we'll share the themes of the questions with you in advance. This way, you can prepare and feel comfortable, allowing you to confidently discuss your skills and experiences. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 21st July 2025. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role.

We have opportunities for Social Workers to join our new Adolescent Service based across Surrey. The salary range for Social Workers who have successfully completed their ASYE is £45,929 - £48,735 per annum . This is inclusive of a market supplement of £5,000. We also offer a financial package of up to £6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post. The areas covered by each team are as follows: North: Elmbridge, Spelthorne and Runnymede West: Waverley, Guildford, Woking and Surrey Heath East: Reigate and Banstead, Mole Valley, Epsom and Ewell and Tandridge Rewards and Benefits A competitive relocation package of up to £8,000 We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee 28 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Access to our car lease scheme Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to support health and wellbeing A generous local government salary related pension 2 paid volunteering days per year Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Paternity, adoption and dependents leave Refer a friend payment of £1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social Worker About Us This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a brand-new Adolescent Service in Surrey. The service brings together a range services for young people including those who go missing, are involved in gang culture and are vulnerable to exploitation, including criminal and sexual exploitation. Our team includes Social Workers and Adolescent Practitioners who are focussed on achieving positive outcomes for young people. We are committed to doing things differently through implementing a brand-new model for working with adolescents, taking into account current research and best practice. Our Progress We are proud of our recent Good Ofsted judgement, which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. In relation to our Adolescent Service the report highlights that: "The intensive and highly effective support provided to children and families by adolescent team social workers, intensive family support workers and edge of care workers enables children to remain living with their families when it is safe to do so and in their best interests." and that: "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." If you are considering your next professional opportunity and looking for an ambitious and highly motivated employer who is continuously striving for better services for children and young people, then our Surrey Children's Services would love to hear from you. About the Role We are looking for enthusiastic people who want to be part of the journey to help shape services in Surrey for adolescents. You will have support from a range of teams in a central hub to compliment the work that you do. This includes Youth Justice, Missing, Edge of Care and Rapid Response, Intervention Support, Risk and Intelligence and Youth Offer. As part of the latter phase of the safeguarding adolescents model, partnership colleagues from Education, Health, Police and other agencies will join the hubs as part of the commitment towards adolescents services in Surrey. You will work with skilled, passionate, and supportive Team Managers and colleagues, looking at innovative ways to address adolescent risk outside of the home, building relationships with our families and partners so the voices of our young people are heard. Shortlisting Criteria We are looking for skilled and passionate adolescent workers who are experienced at working with young people and have the confidence and emotional intelligence to engage others. To be considered for shortlisting for this position, you application will clearly evidence the following: Social workers that have completed their ASYE and are Social Work England registered Able to demonstrate skills in supporting adolescents at risk of exploitation, gang culture or other contextual safeguarding risks Experience in or willingness to learn about working with young people and an understanding of risk factors for adolescents especially in Surrey Capable of working with professionalism and empathy, able to write good quality assessments, implementing contextual plans, delivering interventions and undertaking court work if required Social workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Our Inclusive Approach To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions: Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. What in your view, are challenges that young people face today? Please tell us how you see the role supporting with them? Next Steps If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short first round virtual interview to explore your answers to the above questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 min), If successful following this, you will be invited for an in person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. We are committed to inclusive recruitment. That's why, if you're invited to a face-to-face interview, we'll share the themes of the questions with you in advance. This way, you can prepare and feel comfortable, allowing you to confidently discuss your skills and experiences. The job advert closes at 23:59 on the 21st July 2025. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role.

In Hackney, post court Youth Justice Services are provided in two multi-agency, multi-professional teams one of which is co-located with our Community Gangs Team. Both YJ teams hold statutory responsibilities for young people who have offended. A third team sits within Young Hackney to work with pre-court, Out of Court Disposals and diversion from the YJS. Our practice is child centred and relational. We are committed to developing a Systemic, Trauma Informed, Anti-Racist and Restorative (STAR-R) practice model. Hackney YJS has been rated 'Good' following a joint inspection and we have aspirations to deliver outstanding services to children. As a highly experienced and knowledgeable practitioner you will possess the ability to engage and support victims, sharing detailed information about court and out of court outcomes, explaining opportunities for victim engagement and input, and signposting victims to existing support services as required. A great deal of liaison with partner agencies is paramount and a commitment to ensure Hackney's Youth Justice Service offers a victim service that repairs harm and make amends, ensuring the victim's voice is heard throughout the youth justice service in accordance with statutory requirements and best practice. In addition to an understanding of the youth justice framework and current legislation and guidance, good communication, an open and empathetic approach, taking diverse needs into account, and a willingness to listen and support people harmed by crime is an essential skill set to this role. We are committed to meeting the Victim Code. Applying the principles of Restorative Justice, you will be expected to offer voluntary and informed involvement in the restorative process, supporting victims and young people in this journey, ensuring their safety and using creativity and sensitivity to foster inclusiveness. This includes direct interventions with children and families. Reporting to a Youth Justice Team Leader you will be part of a service that supports the development of systemic, trauma Informed and anti-racist practice approaches, tackling unequal treatment of children within the youth justice system, and keeping victims, children and the public safe by ensuring amends are made and victims are offered the chance for harms to be repaired. If you have any questions about the role please contact Hackney is one of the most dynamic and progressive local authorities in the UK. We are a resilient, vibrant, and creative borough in the heart of London, with strong, diverse communities and a powerful set of shared values. Over the past twenty years, the Council has built up first-class services, outstanding public infrastructure, and a reputation for excellence, innovation, and ambition. We are leading the way on essential work such as our fight for equity in Hackney with a particular focus on becoming an actively anti-racist borough. But the work doesn't stop there, we are proactive in our approach to bringing fairness to all aspects of life including gender, neurodiversity and across the poverty divide. As a Council, our most outstanding asset is our staff, who are highly dedicated to serving our residents and committed to our goals as an organisation. If you want to work in a place where you can represent our values so we achieve the best for our residents, please click on the apply button below. We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Therefore, we do not accept supporting statements or CV's. To proceed with your application, you will need to create an account and submit your application. As part of the application process, you will need to complete a number of competency based questions. These questions allow you to demonstrate your suitability for the role and provide examples of your skills, knowledge and experience outlined in the job description. We understand the benefits of using AI in the workplace. However, if you are thinking of using this tool to submit your application, we ask you to think about what value it will add. AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice. Closing date for applications : 13 July 2025 (22:59). Interview date : W/c 28 July 2025. We are also working towards our vision, which is to be a place for everyone; where residents and staff can be proud; a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included and involved. In order to achieve this, we look for people who are: Proud; Ambitious; Pioneering; Open; Proactive; Inclusive. Hackney Council works to eradicate discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We also recognise that people can be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will also work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We also welcome those interested in flexible working. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people, as this group is currently under represented in our workforce. The Council has a dedicated employment support service (Hackney Works), which offers Hackney residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you are thinking about applying for a job, please contact the Hackney Works team to find out what support is available:

Key Information Position: Housing Support Worker Contract: Full-time Salary: £24,699 - £28,312 per annum Location: Gloucestershire Hours per week: 37.5 hours per week Application Closing Date: 04/07/2025 About Emerging Futures CIC Emerging Futures works nationally with people affected by addiction, encouraging them to make positive changes to their lives. We believe that no one should suffer the stigma associated with addiction, and that everyone seeking support should feel valued and respected. We provide homes for people to connect with others and make the necessary changes to move towards independent, healthy living. Our behaviour change services provide a confidential space to share experiences, and offer practical support to those who want to change. The Emerging Futures accredited coach training develops the skills of our volunteers, motivating people to give back and reconnect with their community. About the role As a Housing Support Worker, you will support people with a history of drug and/or alcohol issues, who are abstinent and living in supported housing projects. You will assist with the daily running of the project and coordinate all aspects of the residents' care, including referrals, move-in plans, assessments and case notes. You will work closely with colleagues and partner agencies to provide a range of interventions to support recovery and help people achieve independent living in the community. You will also work alongside colleagues who will provide psychological therapies to support residents to improve their wellbeing. You will ensure residents are safe and engaged in positive and meaningful activities in the community that will support their recovery. You will be required to work flexibly from different sites and be willing to work some evenings and weekends. Download Job Description About you This is an entry-level role, and we understand that not all candidates will have direct work experience in a similar position. We provide training to all of our Housing Support Workers, enabling them to deliver the role confidently and in a holistic, person-centred way. Whilst a passion for working with people affected by addiction is crucial, candidates may also have experience of working with people with complex needs including challenging or negative behaviour, substance misuse and/or criminal offending backgrounds and supporting them to make changes to their lives. You may also have: Experience or an understanding of supporting people to develop their personal strengths and sustain their tenancy within a 'supported housing' environment. Specialist harm reduction experience. Experience of developing partnerships and working collaboratively with other organisations. A coaching/ counselling/ Health and Social Care qualification. An understanding of the harmful effects associated with drug and alcohol misuse and offending in relation to health, social welfare, housing, employability and personal relationships.

Youth Support Worker Borough of Southwark Secondary PRU ASAP Start £89 £115 Per Day Full-Time Alternative Provision Setting • Youth Support Worker required in Southwark • Youth Support Worker required immediately • Youth Support Worker to support 1:1 and small groups • Youth Support Worker must undergo an Enhanced DBS check Are you experienced in supporting young people who are at risk of exclusion or disengagement from mainstream education? Do you have a passion for helping students who present with challenging behaviour and mental health needs? Would you be open to working within a specialist Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) environment? If you answered yes to the above, this Youth Support Worker role could be exactly what you re looking for! The Role Youth Support Worker We are seeking a proactive and compassionate Youth Support Worker to join a welcoming secondary PRU in Southwark. In this role, you will support students aged who have been referred to the provision due to behavioural challenges, SEMH needs, or complex personal circumstances that could not be supported in mainstream schools. As a Youth Support Worker, you will deliver focused 1:1 interventions and small group sessions, helping students develop positive coping strategies, re-engage with their learning, and build their self-confidence. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting young people with SEMH, ADHD, trauma, or other additional needs. Your calm, patient, and consistent approach will be key in building trust and helping students make positive progress in this alternative provision setting. The School Secondary PRU in Southwark Located in the heart of the London Borough of Southwark, this secondary PRU caters to approximately 95 students aged with a variety of complex needs, including SEMH, ADHD, and backgrounds of trauma. The school is committed to providing a therapeutic, structured environment where each student has access to tailored support and individual learning pathways. The PRU was rated Good by Ofsted in their latest inspection, underlining their dedication to inclusion and improving outcomes for all students. Apply now for this Youth Support Worker opportunity or contact Fateha at Qualiteach for further details.

Aspiring Psychologist - September Graduates Q - Are you studying Psychology or a similar degree and due to graduate this July? Q - Are you considering a career in Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Therapies or similar? If so, EdEx are exclusively working on multiple Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant vacancies at the leading All-Through (Primary and Secondary) school in North London (Enfield). Having worked with the school for the last two years, we now have a long list of graduates that have worked at the school for a full academic year and have gone onto roles like Assistant Psychologist, Mental Health Support Worker and working in CAMHS units with the NHS. Not just this but going onto Masters studies and PhD's in their specialist field. These Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant roles are the perfect springboard to further your experience with children or young adults enabling you to apply for further studies, or to bolster your CV ahead of the ultra-competitive Assistant Psychologist positions. As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will have the opportunity to: Work with a wide variety of SEN including but not limited to: ASD (Autism), SP&L (Speech and Language), SEMH (Social, Emotional, Mental Health), Behaviour, GDD (Global Developmental Delay) & more Support children in a professional setting, 1-2-1 and in small group interventions Work in the classroom alongside Class Teachers, Senior Leaders and SENCOs (Special Educational Needs Coordinators) Utilise the school's specialist Sensory Rooms to carry out specialist out of class interventions alongside schools' SENCO Have exposure to external agencies, Social Workers, Counsellors, Educational Psychologists & more Work with children with EHCPs (Educational Healthcare Plans) ensuring their needs are met Receive on the job training including Safeguarding, Prevent, Autism Awareness, Paediatric First Aid Training & more!If you're interested in these Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant positions, please apply with your latest CV including all relevant experience, whether it's voluntary, personal or professional experience. Or read on below to find out more . Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - School / Role Details: 'Outstanding' Grading by Ofsted - Since 2013 An All-Through School - meaning they have a Primary and Secondary school on the same site Children / Young People aged 4-16 Headteacher is EXCEPTIONALLY supportive - there isn't anything she won't do for her pupils and staff (including staff having an on-site counsellor if they need it!) Based in North London in the borough of Enfield - easily commutable from East, North and Central London ALL Staff work together with one goal - to best support pupils' growth, confidence and academic excellence Working full time, Monday - Friday (no weekends) Working school hours, 8:00am - 4:00pm Term Time Only - only working during term time Long-term contract - Starting in September 2025 through till July 2026 Pay: £110 - £120 per day - paid on a weekly basisGraduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Ideal Candidate: A graduate (or soon to be!) in a relevant subject, Psychology isn't essential! Predicted or Final grade 1st Class or 2:1 A genuine interest in working with and supporting young people / children, whether that's through Psychology routes, social mobility or Education in general Previous experience (Don't be scared off!) whether that's tutoring, summer camps, nannying, babysitting, support worker etc Any professional or personal SEN / Disability experience is an added bonus Imperative - resilience, a get up and go personality and a wicked sense of humour Strong A-Levels and GCSEs across the board Ambitious - want to learn, to progress, to get involved as much as possibleThe school will look after you, nurture you and train you in various aspects of the role and how best to support children / young people. This is a real opportunity to propel your career and get ahead of your peers. If you're interested in these Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant positions, apply today. James at EdEx will be in touch within 24 hours to arrange an initial telephone call for all shortlisted applicants. Aspiring Psychologist - September Graduates INDTA

Consultant Social Worker - Edge of Care Job description 37 hours per week Edge of Care are committed to developing innovative, evidence-based services that work effectively with families experiencing multiple and complex challenges, often linked to social exclusion and high dependency on public services. Within this exciting and evolving landscape, an opportunity has arisen to join our co-located, multi-agency child and family services as a Consultant Social Worker within our Edge of Care Service. We are seeking a motivated and skilled practitioner with a 'can do' approach, who is passionate about improving outcomes for families and committed to the delivery and development of evidence-based interventions. This is a key leadership role within our Edge of Care Services where you will oversee our Integrated Family Support Service (IFSS) and the Rise service, while also holding a small, focused caseload of families with particularly complex needs. You will play a central role in the strategic development of our Edge of Care Services, ensuring our interventions are timely, impactful, and responsive to family needs. You will also lead on the design and delivery of evidence-based interventions across the service and directorate, ensuring the service remains innovative, trauma-informed, and family-centred. We are looking for a highly skilled social worker with experience of working with families on the edge of care or within intensive family intervention services. You will be a confident leader and practitioner, able to coach, mentor, and support others, and passionate about relationship-based, trauma-informed, strengths-focused practice. You will bring a drive and commitment to improving sustainable outcomes for families. This is an exciting opportunity to join an ambitious, innovative service that values creativity and doing things differently. You will work alongside skilled, passionate colleagues in a collaborative, multi-agency environment, and take the opportunity to develop your leadership, coaching, and strategic skills while remaining closely connected to direct practice. If you are attracted by this opportunity to help shape the future of Edge of Care Services and make a real difference to children and families, we would love to hear from you. The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post. Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees. An Enhanced with Childrens Barred list criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post. A valid driving licence is requirement for this post. The council s Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post. This provides a framework for establishing how you will undertake working hours between your home and the office. Weekend Working is a requirement of this post. A relocation package up to £8,000 will be considered for this post. Closing Date: 02 July 2025 Shortlisting Date: 03 July 2025 Interview Date: 16 July 2025 Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council Job Description & Person Specification

Key Information Position: Housing Support Worker Contract: Casual Salary: £12.65 per hour Location: Please state on application Hours per week: To be agreed per assignment Application Closing Date: N/A About Emerging Futures CIC Emerging Futures works nationally with people affected by addiction, encouraging them to make positive changes to their lives. We believe that no one should suffer the stigma associated with addiction, and that everyone seeking support should feel valued and respected. We provide homes for people to connect with others and make the necessary changes to move towards independent, healthy living. Our behaviour change services provide a confidential space to share experiences, and offer practical support to those who want to change. The Emerging Futures accredited coach training develops the skills of our volunteers, motivating people to give back and reconnect with their community. About the role As a Housing Support Worker, you will support people with a history of drug and/or alcohol issues, who are abstinent and living in supported housing projects. You will work closely with colleagues and partner agencies to provide a range of interventions to support recovery and help people achieve independent living in the community. You will also work alongside colleagues who will provide psychological therapies to support residents to improve their wellbeing. You will ensure residents are safe and engaged in positive and meaningful activities in the community that will support their recovery. This is an opportunity for casual / bank work and is not a permanent or fixed hour role. Opportunities are available in Hertfordshire, West Sussex, Birmingham, Lancashire and Yorkshire. Download Job Description About you Whilst a passion for working with people affected by addiction is crucial, candidates may also have experience of working with people with complex needs including challenging or negative behaviour, substance misuse and/or criminal offending backgrounds and supporting them to make changes to their lives. You may also have: Experience or an understanding of supporting people to develop their personal strengths and sustain their tenancy within a 'supported housing' environment. Specialist harm reduction experience. Experience of developing partnerships and working collaboratively with other organisations. A coaching/ counselling/ Health and Social Care qualification. An understanding of the harmful effects associated with drug and alcohol misuse and offending in relation to health, social welfare, housing, employability and personal relationships.

Marketing Lead (Commercial portfolio) Location: Hybrid, with minimum 8 office days per month in either BookTrust's London or Leeds office Contract: Full time, Permanent Salary: £45,000-£50,000 About BookTrust: For over a century, BookTrust has championed the power of reading. Now we're the UK's largest children's reading charity. Our work is rooted in the belief that every child deserves the chance to enjoy reading and all the lifelong benefits it brings. Children who read regularly are happier and healthier, they form stronger bonds, they are more creative and enjoy more success in life. BookTrust has historically been known for our large-scale book giving programmes. However, in recent years we have refocused our strategy on helping children from low-income and vulnerable family backgrounds become regular readers. We deliver our mission through evidence-based interventions, with a strong focus on children in the early years and their families. Our carefully selected books and well-researched programmes are delivered by a network of over 6,000 local partners, bringing the magic of reading to children in every community in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. We work with every local authority across England and Wales, as well as health visitors, schools, libraries, social workers and early years workers. Job summary: The Marketing Lead (Commercial Portfolio) will lead the strategy, planning and delivery of creative direct marketing campaigns, with a focus on business-to-business marketing to educational markets. The main purpose of the role is to generate product sales across BookTrust's portfolio of commercial programmes (known internally as traded programmes), helping us achieve market share and meet revenue targets. The postholder will be part of BookTrust's Communications function. Success will depend on collaborative working, both within the function and across BookTrust's wider teams, including to ensure campaigns are built on research and support the development of strong reading habits. This is an exciting time to join BookTrust. We know that what we do has never mattered more - or been more needed. This year will also see us launch our latest five-year strategy, and the postholder will play a crucial role in helping us drive forward delivery. To apply please complete the application along with your CV and covering letter showing how you meet the person specification and your motivations for applying for the role. Your covering letter should not be longer than 600 words. Closing date: 09 July 2025 at 5:00pm. We may choose to close applications early if we have received sufficient numbers of quality applications, so please don't wait until the closing date to apply. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity We aim to provide an inclusive recruitment process and actively welcome applications from diverse talent pools: minority ethnic candidates, candidates with disabilities and long-term conditions and candidates from underrepresented communities. We are committed to equality of opportunity and want to ensure we have an accessible application process for all candidates. If you need any reasonable adjustments or would like us to do anything differently during the application process, please contact our HR team to discuss your requirements further (contact details can be found on our website). BookTrust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The recruitment and selection process reflect our commitment to safeguarding therefore, the suitability of all prospective employees will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment, and pre-employment checks.