If you are offered an EYP role you will receive a £500 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period.

We are looking for inspirational Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioners to join one of our nurseries in Milton Keynes, we have vacancies at a number of our Nurseries within Milton Keynes at the following sites:

• Castlethorpe
• Bletchley
• Emberton
• Kents Hill
• The Open University campus
• Wolverton Mill

Please let us know which nursery you are interetsted in. We may have a discusion with you regarding location based on your sutiability and experience. To see our locations, go to: https://www.acornearlyyears.org.uk/Pages/Category/find-a-nursery

Ideally, the role will be 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday working between 0730 and 18.15. Part time may be considered.

We’re proud to be one of the leading childcare providers in Milton Keynes, Northampton and Bedford with over 30 years’ experience who specialise in nature pedagogy and promoting the professional development of our employees. We believe that childcare needs a personal touch, and our nurseries and out-of-school clubs offer flexibility and individuality with a homely feel. As a not-for-profit organisation, we place our children’s well-being at the heart of our work.

We very much welcome candidates that are looking to progress their personal career development due to future opportunities in the pipeline within the location of MK.

The ideal candidate will be passionate, motivated and enthusiastic about outdoor learning and creative play, as well as a good working knowledge and practice of the EYFS and safeguarding procedures.

Apply today or get in touch with our HR team for an information chat on: 01908 510309 or email: recruitment@acornearlyyears.org.uk

Successful applicants must be able to provide ‘right to work in the UK’ documentation, provide two satisfactory references and undertake an enhanced DBS check prior commencing employment.

INDHP

Benefits:

• Payscales that are competitive, transparent and reviewed annually
• 65% childcare discount for the hours worked
• Generous family leave
• Christmas closure
• 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays (and the option to buy more)
• 4 dedicated training days and individual development plans
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Cyclescheme
• Techscheme
• Length of Service awards
• Summer and Christmas parties
• Pay advances for when times are tough
• Employee assistance wellbeing programme

Early Years Practitioner
(L3 Qualified Desirable)

Permanent

From 0.6-1 FTE

Information for prospective
members of staff

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Appointment of an Early Years
Practitioner

St Joseph’s College is seeking to appoint an Early Years Practitioner, who is either Level
3 qualified or willing to complete the training, for an immediate start. This is an exciting
opportunity for a skilled practitioner to join our friendly and supportive school.

The full-time working hours are 42.5 hours a week Monday to Friday and the contract is
for 50 weeks per year. The role is offered between 0.6-1 FTE and hours will be discussed
at interview.

Closing Date: 9am on Thursday 22 January 2026
Interviews will take place shortly after the closing date.

Contents
Message from the Head

About the Prep School

Duties and Responsibilities

Areas of Responsibility and Key Tasks

Person Specification

About the College

Our Missions and Aims

Why St Joseph’s?

Non-contractual Benefits

Appointment Procedure

Interview Process

How To Find Us

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Message from the Head,
Mrs Laura Stotesbury

Thank you for your interest in St Joseph’s College.
I am delighted that you are considering our school
and I trust that this recruitment pack will provide
you with the information you require both about
the post and the College.

I believe that this is an exciting time to be joining St Joseph’s College. There
has been a significant growth in the pupil roll over the last few years and
the governors are continually looking to invest in the facilities. There is a real
appetite for what we have to offer as both an educational establishment and
an employer.

The College seeks to be a school which places an emphasis on providing
an all-round education: academic, pastoral, social and spiritual, where
pupils develop the attributes of commitment, collaboration, confidence,
communication and compassion through the various aspects of school life.
The College is a very happy place, and staff enjoy working here.

I hope that you will want to apply for this post. I recognise that much time
and thought goes into preparing an application and we, in turn, will give your
application serious consideration.

Mrs Laura Stotesbury
Head

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About the Prep School

Pupils join Pre-Reception from the age of three and, through the forward-thinking curriculum in place at the College,
pupils develop high levels of skills and expectations. The successful candidate will work with the Head of EYFS in
motivating and inspiring the pupils to enjoy and value their learning.

You will provide a safe and secure environment for them to develop their social and communication skills, while recording
observations and summarising their achievements.

You will be primarily based in the Pre-Reception class working with pupils aged 3-4 years and you will be supported by
a number of Early Years Practitioners. Specialist teachers take the Pre-Reception pupils for lessons in PE and Music and
teaching and learning in the classroom is varied and adaptive, using diverse resources and thinking skills. Each classroom is
equipped with an Interactive Whiteboard and the College uses Read Write Inc. as our phonics programme and reading
takes place daily.

Assessment is completed in line with helping the pupils work to achieve the Early Learning Goals and supporting the
successful transition to the Infant Section of the Prep School. Through the pastoral support, regular assemblies and
structure of the school day, pupils are encouraged to adopt a strong work ethic and begin to develop independent
learning skills. Pupils of all ages are expected to think for themselves and to think of other people.

The successful candidate needs to be a dedicated professional who is prepared to work collaboratively in a close-knit
team. They will need to be enthusiastic, hardworking and passionate about education and pupil progress.

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Conditions of Service

The role is offered between 0.6-1 FTE and hours will be discussed at interview.

The full-time working hours are 42.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday, and the contract is for 50 weeks per year.  The working
schedule will be agreed in advance between the hours of 7.30-6pm (on a rota basis) and you are entitled to 20 days paid
annual leave, plus public and bank holidays, which you will be required to take as they fall. The hourly rate will depend on
experience and qualifications of the appointed candidate and the school has a pension scheme in operation.

Training for the Level 3 Childcare qualification may be available for the right candidate.

About the Role
The post-holder will be responsible in the first instance to the Head of Early Years and, during term time, to the Early Years
Teacher. During Holiday Club that responsibility passes to the Head of Holiday Club.

Duties and Responsibilities
Our Pre-Reception delivers an early education programme which aims at sup...

Youth Care Practitioner - 15 hours per week (5pm - 1130pm)

Rossie operates 365 days per year, covering 24 hours per day.

Our Youth Care Practitioners are on a rolling rota and cover various shifts patterns.

Rota: 15 hours per week (5.00pm - 11.30pm) - 1 on / 2 off rolling rota.

Salary: £30,174 - £39,051 (SCP 22-32) per annum (pro rata for part time hours).  Salary placement will be dependent on relevant qualifications.

This is an open advert - we will interview on an ongoing basis.

Onboarding Requirements:

Welcome to Rossie – you will undertake supernumerary shifts, incorporating time with an L&D Coach and allocated Mentor as well as job shadowing/learning. You will also spend time with a Duty Manager learning about fundamental aspects of security, in preparation for utilising secure keys. This will take place over a 5 day period (Monday to Friday) prior to commencing shifts within the Houses.

Crisis Aggression Limitation Management (CALM) – required by all employees working directly with our young people, and must be completed within the first 3 months of employment:

• 1 day Induction

• 5 day accreditation: 2 days theory and 3 days physical

Thereafter:

• Re-accreditation x 1 per year commencing 1 year after initial accreditation

• Practice sessions – minimum of 4 per annum (different options are offered over the course of the year).

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The primary responsibility is to provide care and support to young people in a safe and nurturing environment by meeting the physical, emotional, social, health and educational needs of young people based on their circumstances.

Supporting Young People's Needs:

• Understand each young person's needs, provide tailored support and assistance with daily living skills, and support their learning, development and wider achievement

• Establish safe and containing relationships with young people which allow them to feel cared for and listened to

• Develop a good understanding of each young person's history, needs, risk assessments and care plan to tailor support and nurture their strengths

• Participate in creating and implementing risk assessments, and placement plans, ensuring positive risk-taking, which allows young people to become resilient

• Participate alongside young people in fun activities, hobbies and interests which supports development in a number of areas

• Maintain a clean, secure, nurturing and stimulating living environment that promotes positive development through education, play, leisure, and social interaction

Safety and Well-being:

• Uphold safety protocols to prevent incidents, accidents, and injuries. This includes supervising activities, de-escalating conflict, and responding to challenging behaviours

• Plan and positively engage the young people in a range of various planned stimulating activities

Advocacy and Empowerment:

• Champion the rights of young people according to relevant legislation and Rossie's policies, respecting their privacy, choices, and cultural backgrounds

• Encourage young people to express themselves, participate in decisions, and take ownership of their lives

• Build trusting and supportive relationships with young people whilst acting as a role model

Supporting Growth and Development:

• Assist the Specialist Intervention Health & Wellbeing team with assessments, intervention work/program development, and supporting young people in practising newly acquired skills

• Support young people's educational attendance and attainment, providing additional support and encouragement

Compliance and Professional Practice:

• Ensure all care provided adheres to Rossie's policies, legislation, and relevant guidance

• Stay up-to-date on and implement best practices in residential childcare, creating a high-quality care environment ...

Youth Care Practitioner - 26 hours per week (12noon - 1030pm)

Rossie operates 365 days per year, covering 24 hours per day.

Our Youth Care Practitioners are on a rolling rota and cover various shifts patterns.

Rota: 26 hours per week (12.00noon - 10.30pm) - 1 on / 2 off rolling rota.

Salary: £30,174 - £39,051 (SCP 22-32) per annum (pro rata for part time hours).  Salary placement will be dependent on relevant qualifications.

This is an open advert - we will interview on an ongoing basis.

Onboarding Requirements:

Welcome to Rossie – you will undertake supernumerary shifts, incorporating time with an L&D Coach and allocated Mentor as well as job shadowing/learning. You will also spend time with a Duty Manager learning about fundamental aspects of security, in preparation for utilising secure keys. This will take place over a 5 day period (Monday to Friday) prior to commencing shifts within the Houses.

Crisis Aggression Limitation Management (CALM) – required by all employees working directly with our young people, and must be completed within the first 3 months of employment:

• 1 day Induction

• 5 day accreditation: 2 days theory and 3 days physical

Thereafter:

• Re-accreditation x 1 per year commencing 1 year after initial accreditation

• Practice sessions – minimum of 4 per annum (different options are offered over the course of the year)

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The primary responsibility is to provide care and support to young people in a safe and nurturing environment by meeting the physical, emotional, social, health and educational needs of young people based on their circumstances.

Supporting Young People's Needs:

• Understand each young person's needs, provide tailored support and assistance with daily living skills, and support their learning, development and wider achievement

• Establish safe and containing relationships with young people which allow them to feel cared for and listened to

• Develop a good understanding of each young person's history, needs, risk assessments and care plan to tailor support and nurture their strengths

• Participate in creating and implementing risk assessments, and placement plans, ensuring positive risk-taking, which allows young people to become resilient

• Participate alongside young people in fun activities, hobbies and interests which supports development in a number of areas

• Maintain a clean, secure, nurturing and stimulating living environment that promotes positive development through education, play, leisure, and social interaction

Safety and Well-being:

• Uphold safety protocols to prevent incidents, accidents, and injuries. This includes supervising activities, de-escalating conflict, and responding to challenging behaviours

• Plan and positively engage the young people in a range of various planned stimulating activities

Advocacy and Empowerment:

• Champion the rights of young people according to relevant legislation and Rossie's policies, respecting their privacy, choices, and cultural backgrounds

• Encourage young people to express themselves, participate in decisions, and take ownership of their lives

• Build trusting and supportive relationships with young people whilst acting as a role model

Supporting Growth and Development:

• Assist the Specialist Intervention Health & Wellbeing team with assessments, intervention work/program development, and supporting young people in practising newly acquired skills

• Support young people's educational attendance and attainment, providing additional support and encouragement

Compliance and Professional Practice:

• Ensure all care provided adheres to Rossie's policies, legislation, and relevant guidance

• Stay up-to-date on and implement best practices in residential childcare, creating a high-quality care environ...

Youth Care Practitioner - 37 hours per week (730am-1045pm)

Rossie operates 365 days per year, covering 24 hours per day.

Our Youth Care Practitioners are on a rolling rota and cover various shifts patterns.

Rota: 37 hours per week (7.30am - 10.45pm) - 1 on / 2 off rolling rota.

Salary: £30,174 - £39,051 (SCP 22-32) per annum (pro rata for part time hours).  Salary placement will be dependent on relevant qualifications.

This is an open advert - we will interview on an ongoing basis.

Onboarding Requirements:

Welcome to Rossie – you will undertake supernumerary shifts, incorporating time with an L&D Coach and allocated Mentor as well as job shadowing/learning. You will also spend time with a Duty Manager learning about fundamental aspects of security, in preparation for utilising secure keys. This will take place over a 5 day period (Monday to Friday) prior to commencing shifts within the Houses.

Crisis Aggression Limitation Management (CALM) – required by all employees working directly with our young people, and must be completed within the first 3 months of employment:

• 1 day Induction

• 5 day accreditation: 2 days theory and 3 days physical

Thereafter:

• Re-accreditation x 1 per year commencing 1 year after initial accreditation

• Practice sessions – minimum of 4 per annum (different options are offered over the course of the year)

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The primary responsibility is to provide care and support to young people in a safe and nurturing environment by meeting the physical, emotional, social, health and educational needs of young people based on their circumstances.

Supporting Young People's Needs:

• Understand each young person's needs, provide tailored support and assistance with daily living skills, and support their learning, development and wider achievement

• Establish safe and containing relationships with young people which allow them to feel cared for and listened to

• Develop a good understanding of each young person's history, needs, risk assessments and care plan to tailor support and nurture their strengths

• Participate in creating and implementing risk assessments, and placement plans, ensuring positive risk-taking, which allows young people to become resilient

• Participate alongside young people in fun activities, hobbies and interests which supports development in a number of areas

• Maintain a clean, secure, nurturing and stimulating living environment that promotes positive development through education, play, leisure, and social interaction

Safety and Well-being:

• Uphold safety protocols to prevent incidents, accidents, and injuries. This includes supervising activities, de-escalating conflict, and responding to challenging behaviours

• Plan and positively engage the young people in a range of various planned stimulating activities

Advocacy and Empowerment:

• Champion the rights of young people according to relevant legislation and Rossie's policies, respecting their privacy, choices, and cultural backgrounds

• Encourage young people to express themselves, participate in decisions, and take ownership of their lives

• Build trusting and supportive relationships with young people whilst acting as a role model

Supporting Growth and Development:

• Assist the Specialist Intervention Health & Wellbeing team with assessments, intervention work/program development, and supporting young people in practising newly acquired skills

• Support young people's educational attendance and attainment, providing additional support and encouragement

Compliance and Professional Practice:

• Ensure all care provided adheres to Rossie's policies, legislation, and relevant guidance

• Stay up-to-date on and implement best practices in residential childcare, creating a high-quality care environment t...

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Practitioner Psychologist

• Job Reference: 292667HLL
• Date Posted: 5 January 2026
• Recruiter: Social Interest Group
• Location: Croydon, London
• Salary: £60,000
• Role: Frontline jobs
• Job type: Permanent
• Work hours: Full Time

Job Description

Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist

Location: Based in Croydon. Unfortunately this service does not have step free access.

Salary: £60,000 (Full Time Equivalent) Equivalent 8A NHS Banding

Shift Pattern: 22.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday working between 09:00 - 17:00, although some flexibility may be required at times with service needs. Working days can be agreed upon next stages of the interview process.

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced Registered Practitioner Psychologist with a background in clinical psychology to join our team in Croydon. The service offers a psychologically informed environment across four sites, providing low to high support forensic mental health services to our residents with forensic mental health needs, complex conditions, and dual diagnosis. In this role, you will drive the delivery of evidence based psychological assessments and interventions aimed at the rehabilitation and reintegration of our residents into the communities. This is a creative, evolving, and impactful role which works closely with our Group Psychological Lead and wider teams to provide support to staff and at times residents to support in providing a streamlined and psychologically informed service.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Provide advice, guidance, and support to the team with supporting our residents to overcome personal challenges and create a supportive environment
• Advise and streamline best practices, and enhance the overall skills and expertise of the team to deliver high quality care and support
• Provide clinical supervision to the team
• Provide highly specialised psychological assessments for our residents with mental health and complex needs
• Exercise full clinical responsibility for residents psychological care as a care coordinator within a multidisciplinary team
• Formulate and implement plans for various therapy routes and management of assessing mental health conditions based upon appropriate conceptual frameworks and evidence-based practices

About You

We're looking for someone who is a self-starter, able to proactively encourage, take leadership and ownership for creating a psychologically informed environment. You will be able to communicate highly complex and sensitive information effectively within the organisation and with external partners, collaborating with external stakeholders regularly in a multidisciplinary approach. You will be able to utilise your own expertise and support in empowering the wider team to enhance their skills to deliver a service which is supportive, safe, and in line with best practice for the organisation and external regulatory bodies.

• HCPC Registration is essential
• Post-graduate doctoral level training as a Registered Practitioner Psychologist including models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics, and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology
• Previous experience working as a qualified clinical and/or forensic psychologist, including working with people with complex backgrounds/needs and a good understanding of the sector we run our services in
• Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision
• Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link to different behaviours and engagement
• Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise
• Ability and willingness to show flexibility in working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents
• Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency

Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.

What we Offer

• 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service
• Employer Pension Contribution
• Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card
• Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more
• Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health ...

The Director of Children’s Ministry is a key role within the staff team at St Stephen’s.

Currently there are 4 main strands to our children’s ministry that this person will lead and oversee:

• Church based kid’s ministry and discipleship.
• Community pre-school and families (led by part-time communities families pastor).
• School’s ministry (currently 3 local primary schools); and
• Parenting (building community and pastoral support).

We are looking for a committed leader with a heart for children and families to oversee and grow our 0–11 ministry. You’ll provide strategic leadership, recruit and train volunteers, and help shape a thriving ministry rooted in whole-life discipleship.

St Stephens Church

St Stephen’s is a vibrant, growing Evangelical Charismatic Resource Church with around 500 adults, 100 children and 80 youth, supported by a committed staff and volunteer team. St Stephen's. Our vision is simple: Love God, Grow Disciples, Transform Communities. Sundays sit at the heart of our life together, with three services that gather us for worship, teaching and prayer, alongside a wide and active ministry across generations and a strong commitment to serving and resourcing the wider church

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Lead early Years Practitioner

New position available, we are searching for a Lead Early Years Practitionerbased in The Southville Centre. Location is BS3 1QG.

Are you looking for your next step within Early Education, if so, we are searching for

an experienced practitioner who is caring, confident and motivated to lead and

manage their own team, work with families, enjoy the Charity wider offer and

collaborate with our internal Early Years team.

The Lead Early Years Practitioner will develop and strengthen the current room and

work alongside supportive team members including supporting an apprentice. You

will be part of a management team, alongside other Lead Practitioners. Working with

children under two years old, you will be passionate about providing our youngest

friends a secure, warm and caring environment. You will see the potential in all the

children in our care and will collaborate closely with our team to create interesting

opportunities for each child to develop and shine.

Who we are…

BS3 Community Development is an independent charity-run nursery and preschool

working across two sites in Southville and Bedminster: The Southville Centre and the

Chessel Centre.

Our charity aims to improve the lives and well-being of people who live and work

within the BS3 postcode and we are looking for our newest team member to help us

achieve this goal.

We are committed to supporting our staff team to help them fulfil their ambitions, with

several of our early years team currently undertaking CPD training. We understand

how important the job as a Lead Early Years Practitioner is and the difference that

you make to each child in your care, we are passionate about providing you with

space and support to develop and grow in your career.

BS3 Community Development holds high expectations, we strive to offer a

welcoming setting, a place that offers a holistic approach in supporting our under 5’s

to flourish. Our aim is to add value to our children’s experiences, to support our

families and ultimately offer outstanding childcare. We are keen for the post holder to

undertake Forest school training and support our want to develop our outside

environments. We are passionate about research, being current and actively being

involved in projects. We are excited to hear your ideas that will enhance our practice

and develop how we care for and education the children in our care.

We are actively involved in the Bristol Standard, Health and Wellbeing, Outdoor

Framework projects and supporting our communities team based here providing

support for all families. We are interested in promoting intergenerational work (both

onsite and within the UK) and as our name suggests, we are deeply committed to

development. We take pride in supporting young people through a variety of

placements and apprenticeships across our sites. For our employees, we offer a

comprehensive range of on-site training programs.

Who you are…

You need to be qualified to a recognised minimum Level 3, with more than 2 years’

experience with under 5’s, hold (or be willing to attend training) Paediatric First Aid,

have experience of leading on supervision, families engagement and awareness of

Safeguarding.

If you have any other skills and training to offer us, to support and expand our

children’s experiences we would be keen to learn more about you.

We are able to offer visits prior to applying, please email HR@BS3community.org.uk

We are excited to meet you, and sometimes to look around the nursery helps with

making a decision to apply or not. We understand that changing careers or

employment can be daunting so a visit might be useful.

This is a full-time position; we are committed to supporting healthy life-work balance

for our team and can be flexible for the right person.

Hours: 37.5-40 hours per week, all year round (we are closed on Bank holidays and

for 1 week for Christmas).

Pay: £30,866.88 per annum for 40 hours (£14.80/hour) plus benefits including

subsidised childcare & training and development opportunities.

Qualifications:minimum recognised level 3 qualification or QTS.

Closing Date:Thursday the 22nd of January 2026

Interviews to be held...

Childcare Assistant

Clwb Bwthyn Bach is a small (max 27) and friendly 'committee supported' setting run from its own separate building, set within the grounds of Ysgol yr Esgob in Caerwys. We provide Wrap-Around Childcare at our Caerwys site for the children of Ysgol yr Esgob in Caerwys and Ysgol Lixwm (transported from) as well as the wider community. Our numbers are increasing therefore we are looking for a 3rd member to join our team!

We are looking for a well organised, confident and most importantly 'fun' person to assist in creating a stimulating, caring and happy environment for our children.

Salary:

In accordance with NMW or Living Wage, whichever is applicable.

NEST Pension Scheme.

Overall Responsibility

• To assist the Person In Charge in the day to day running of the setting, providing high quality education and childcare; ensuring that it is a safe, secure, and nurturing environment for children to learn and develop.
• Assist with the planning process and be responsible for recording observations where appropriate.
• Liaise with the Person in Charge and Deputy on children's needs and progress development.
• To work as a team and be able to take leadership duties if applicable, being responsible for the children and any other staff members.
• Have good communication skills and be able to build good working relationships with parents/carers. To fulfil legal and statutory requirements, contribute to and implement Playgroup policies; in addition to acting as a key worker for a group of children and communicating progress on a regular basis with their parents.

Main Duties

• To ensure that the Playgroup is a safe environment for children, that equipment is safe, standards of hygiene are high, and safety procedures are always implemented. Also to undertake extra training essential to the role (First aid, Safeguarding etc..)
• To keep storage areas tidy, safe and accessible in accordance with the rental contract.
• To set up Playgroup activity equipment before the children arrive at the playgroup and tidy away equipment at the end of the playgroup session. To clean down appropriately and to assist a deep clean periodically.
• To assist or lead on Playgroup activities and offer appropriate stimulation according to national guidelines and support to the children.
• To work closely with the children, other members of staff and parents.
• To ensure there is a good, happy and positive atmosphere at all sessions.
• To take time to listen and respond to children, encourage participation, and support them in their development.
• To maintain equality of opportunity for all children within the playgroup.

Qualifications and Additions

• Level 2 Early Years Childcare Qualification OR
• Early Years Qualifications Level 2 plus working towards Level 3 whilst in our employment if desired.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to work as a team member and take instruction when required.
• Experience and passion to work 'hands on' with young children, which may include nappies and toilet training.
• Previous experience working with ALN desirable/autism awareness training a benefit.
• Enhanced DBS/First aid / Safeguarding / Food and Hygiene Certificates – training can be provided if required.
• Driving licence and own transport essential.

Monday to Thursday term time 11.30am until 4.30pm. (Potential for days to change depending on demand and you will be required to cover staff illnesses/absences when needed.)

Holiday clubs (Summer/Easter) – dependant on demand/discussed at interview.

Please submit your CV to the Secretary, Katie Pierce, via email to: katieepierce78@gmail.com(link sends e-mail) or if preferred post a copy to Ysgol yr Esgob, Lon yr Ysgol, Caerwys, CH7 5PZ

Start Date – As soon as possible.

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Job Introduction

Working for the Bradford Children and Families Trust offers the opportunity to work with some great people who are passionate about delivering change in a city whose culture offers as much diversity as it’s geography. You can make a real difference to families and children and be an active part in delivering the service Bradford families should receive.

About the Role

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children? We are looking for talented individuals to join our dedicated team in Bradford to help shape the future of young lives.

Bradford Children and Families Trust has restructured its Children in Care service to span ages 0-18, creating three new teams, totalling 10 children in care teams providing greater continuity and better outcomes for children.

Bradford is a vibrant city with a rich cultural heritage and a strong sense of community. You'll be part of a supportive network of professionals dedicated to improving the lives of children.

As we continue to grow and evolve, now is the perfect time to join us. Our recent Ofsted report acknowledges our progress, with improvements exceeding expectations ahead of time.

Our social work senior leadership team is permanent and committed to providing stability and continuity within the organisation.

Their consistent presence ensures that our strategic vision and values  are upheld, fostering a reliable and supportive environment for both staff and the children in our care. 

Our approach is rooted in restorative and relational practice, fostering trust, mutual respect, and meaningful relationships with children, families, and professionals.

You’ll also: 

• Collaborate with partners, identifying what children and their families need to make lasting positive change, and support children and young people to achieve permanence - whether this be in the care of the Trust, reunification with their parents or extended family.
• Support and advocate for children in care, ensuring their voices are heard in all decision making.
• Undertake comprehensive assessments and work collaboratively with families to develop plans that are led by their strengths, needs, and aspirations.
• Develop and implement care plans tailored to each child's needs.
• Monitor and review the progress of children in care, making adjustments to care plans as needed.
• Provide emotional and practical support to children, helping them navigate challenges and build resilience.
• Work to achieve permanency and outstanding outcomes for children and young people through relationship-based practice.

To be successful in this role you will need: 

• A DIPSW or equivalent qualification and are registered with the Social Work England as a qualified social worker.
• A full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work purposes - adjustments can be considered for candidates with a disability.
• Expertise in managing the delivery of quality outcomes for children and young people.
• An ability to build strong relationships with children, their families, colleagues and partner agencies.
• An ability to write high-quality reports and assessments and analyse information effectively.
• Experience of managing a caseload in a statutory setting, with ability to problem solve, negotiate and manage conflict.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, for positive engagement with children and families and productive relationship building in a multi-agency environment.

You’ll also be joining an organisation that truly values its people, offering a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance, including:

• Retention Payment: You will be eligible for our annual retention payment, paid in 12 monthly instalments. This is non contractual (reviewed annually)
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement: 31 days rising to 34 with service (plus bank holidays)
• Excellent local Government pension
• Competitive salary and pay progression structure
• Supportive carer and parental policies
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Access to Occupational Health and confidential counselling services
• Supportive staff networks
• Access to Blue Light Carddiscounts, including cost of living support
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The Bridge Foundation: The Bridge in Schools

Placement Opportunity for Honorary Child Counsellor/Therapist

The  Bridge  Foundation  provides  a  specialist  mental  health  service  for  staff,  parents,
children and families in primary and secondary schools.

Honorary  Counsellors/  Psychotherapists  are  asked  to  carry  a  caseload  of  up  to  4
sessions per week. There is no remuneration, but in exchange for offering these hours,
Honorary counsellors/psychotherapists are given fortnightly clinical supervision with an
experienced child therapist, attend school team meetings, and are invited to attend
staff clinical meetings and CPD.  The clinical hours are arranged at the convenience
of  the  therapist/school.  All  supervision  and  service  meetings  take  place  each
Wednesday morning during term time at the Bridge Foundation.

The honorary counsellor/therapist will be based in a school serving a deprived area of
the  city.  S/he  will  provide  counseling/therapy  sessions  for  troubled  children/young
people  who  have  exhausted  the  school  pastoral  support  system,  and  whose
emotional needs remain a cause for concern. Case management will be provided
by the Bridge therapist in post at the school.
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The post will be for up to 1.5 days per week, comprised of 4 sessions in school and
half a day to attend supervision and team meetings on a Wednesday morning at
the Bridge Foundation. However, we would consider less hours dependent on
applications received.

The time commitment is a minimum of one year.  Confirmation of appointment
would be subject to two satisfactory references, of which one should be from a
current clinical supervisor.

Child protection and other relevant training is provided in line with service
requirements.
Honorary therapists are also entitled to free places at Bridge conferences.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

•  Experience of working with children
•  Counselling training/qualification (or completing psychodynamic training)
•  Experience / evidence of interest in working within a psychodynamic

framework

•  Evidence of the capacity to work with colleagues in teams

Desirable

o  Relevant knowledge, skills, interest and experience, amongst which

might be experience with / qualifications in working
  with BME and/or refugee/asylum seekers
  with parents/families in community settings
  with diversity

o  Experience or training in working with interpreters
o  Capacity to maintain records and prepare written reports and make

presentations.

o  Experience of working with other agencies, including statutory services

JOB DESCRIPTION

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To carry out initial client assessments, with support from the case manager.
To provide psychotherapy/counselling sessions to children.
To take clinical notes and keep up clinical records
To record relevant information as a contribution to project monitoring and
evaluation
To participate in, contribute to, and learn from, regular supervision sessions
To liaise with school staff over referrals and assessment
To liaise with other agencies, including statutory services, if necessary
To carry responsibility for equipment, records, and the use of space for
counselling sessions
To attend regular relevant management and Bridge Foundation team meetings
where appropriate
To work with interpreters as necessary
To comply with and work within the Bridge Foundation’s policies, procedures and
guidelines, including those related to Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety,
Confidentiality of Information, Child Protection and Record Keeping

Children and Families Pastor

St Mary’s Church, West Horsley

Committed to God · Connected with Each Other · Courageous in Faith

Committed · Connected · Courageous
www.stmaryswesthorsley.co.uk

Children and Families Pastor

Part time – Sunday morning’s, flexibility for the rest of your hours

Salary: £26,000-£30,000 pro-rata, depending upon experience

There is the possibility that, in time, this role could be made fulltime.

OUR CONTEXT

St Mary’s is a vibrant Anglican church in the village of West Horsley, Surrey, where people have
been worshipping Jesus Christ for nearly a thousand years. Rooted in that history and standing
on the shoulders of those who have been before us, we’re trying to proclaim the never-
changing good news of Jesus Christ, the gospel, to a new generation of people and believe that
Christ’s teaching remains fully relevant for all stages of life in today’s busy world.

Our vision is focused upon three strands: to be Committed to God, Connected with each other
and Courageous in living out our faith. We value the Scriptures, Spirit and Sacraments and
desire to make a difference in our community through both practical mission and active
evangelism.

Recent surveys show us that our village really values St Mary’s and our various ministries, and
that we are known for our great welcome!  We are seeing strong growth in our children’s work
with new families coming, but despite this we feel that that there is much more to do – and
especially with the youth in our village.

Our electoral role is just under 200, with around 140 adults and 20-30 children gathering week
by week.

Committed · Connected · Courageous
www.stmaryswesthorsley.co.uk

We currently run 3 groups for different ages in our Sunday morning services, and a Sunday
evening youth ministry for our 10-16s.  We attract a lot of young families who are seeking bible-
based teaching and a vibrant children’s work, and we are committed to seeing this grow and
develop, feeding into our 15-18 year-olds ministry

Additionally, we run a weekly baby and toddler group that reaches into the wider village
community of parents, grandparents and carers, and this is starting to show signs of being a
pathway into church for these families.

WHY WE THINK THIS ROLE IS GREAT

  You get to be part of small and supportive staff team

  You get to be part of a wonderfully loving church community

  You get to work with some great children, having the opportunity to really help them

flourish as they explore faith in Jesus

  You get to minister alongside a group of committed, passionate and enthusiastic lay

team members

  You get to live and work in a beautiful part of the country

  There are the resources available to help you succeed in this role

  You’re only 40 minutes from London on the train, and right in the beautiful Surrey hills.

Committed · Connected · Courageous
www.stmaryswesthorsley.co.uk

CHILDREN AND FAMILIES PASTOR: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Working in tandem with the Youth Pastor and CYM Lead, you will be responsible for developing
and implementing the vision for our children’s work. Specifically, you will:

•  Facilitate creative and engaging teaching that helps children’s discipleship and

experience of faith

•  Build into, train and grow, the fantastic team of volunteer leaders and helpers
•  Source the right bible-based teaching material for the various Children’s groups,

ensuring that the ‘curriculum’ covers all the key aspects of our faith, with more depth as
the age increases

•  Encourage, and help equip, families to parent for faith, through the provision of courses

and ad-hoc support groups

•  Keep families up to date with clear, helpful and timely communication
•  Create, lead and facilitate attractive and compelling events at key times, including

Christmas, Easter and an alternative to Halloween

•  Build deep relationships with our local schools
•  Help us think differently about taking children’s church to the village, rather than purely

a “come to us” model

•  Be present each week at Noah’s Ark, our Baby and Toddler group, to help out where

needed and build relationships

•  Propose and manage the budget for the children’s ministry.

Committed · Connected · Courageous
www.stmaryswesthorsley.co.uk

GENERAL

  Help Team Leaders plan and distribute rotas
  Hold a team meeting for each group’s leaders at the start of each term to explain and
review the programme, discuss group dynamics and to pray for the work.  Hold a mid-
term review meeting to see how it’s going and generally discuss the group and pray for
the ministry.

  Play your part in the staff team, help where needed in all aspects of life at St Mary’s.
  Working alongside our PSO to ensure all Safeguarding policies and risk assessments are

completed and up to date.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  Have a passion for seeing children and young people grow spiritually and in their love

for Jesus

  Ability to engage and inspire young people, building trust a...