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SHS Family Support Practitioner (School Practitioner) 

Location: One in a Million Free School, Bradford.

Hours:  35 hours per week - 5 days per week. Monday - Friday term time only plus inset days, plus 4 weeks (20 working days) to be completed over the school holidays.

Salary: £24,271 - £27,020 per annum depending on experience (This is the actual salary)

Contract type: Permanent

Closing date: 2 February 2026

Interview dates: 1st Stage Interviews will be held online on between 2nd and 6th February 2026, with the second interview in school the week commencing 9th February 2026.

Please note: We reserve the right to interview candidates prior to the closing date, and as such we encourage you to submit applications early to avoid disappointment.

Our mission at School-Home Support is simple. We get children and young people back in school ready to learn, whatever it takes. 

Is this a mission for you? Yes? Then read on. 

We are looking for a Family Support Worker to join our team and to make a difference in children's lives every single day. As a Family Support Worker, you will work in close partnership with families and school staff to deliver a programme of casework to promote and improve educational outcomes for the children we support.

You will also focus your support to help improve attendance, punctuality, engagement in learning, improved behaviour in school and the local community, as well as improving social and emotional regulation and well-being.

You will have excellent relationship-building and communication skills with a proven ability to communicate with a wide group of people. 

You’ll have previous experience of: 

• Working and engaging with parents, carers or guardians, children or individuals through individual and/or group-based support

• Working in an educational or outreach environment

• Working effectively with social and emotional factors affecting a child’s capacity to learn

• Delivering family support

• Working with families from diverse communities

We are committed to maximising staff wellbeing and creating an inclusive, safe environment where everyone feels comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. To find out more about our current initiatives and offerings, please view our EDI & Wellbeing initiatives document which you can find here.

As an employer we offer:

• Employee assistance programme

• Life assurance

• Pension scheme

For an informal and confidential chat about the role, please email recruitment@shs.org.uk 

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.  Please email recruitment@shs.org.uk or call HR on 020 7426 5000 if you need any special arrangements or adjustments to help you take part in this recruitment process.  

School-Home Support​ ​takes very seriously the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and is committed to ensuring that our safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice. Our safeguarding policy recognises that the welfare and interests of children are paramount in all circumstances. All roles at SHS are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

SHS Family Support Practitioner

Bradford

BD8 7DX

£24,271 to £27,020 per year

Permanent - Full-time

Posted yesterday

Closing date: 03/02/2026

Job reference: PO1418141BraSFSP

SHS Family Support Practitioner

Bradford

£24,271 to £27,020 per year

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SHS Family Support Practitioner (SHS School Practitioner)

Location: The Valley Leadership Academy

Hours: 5 days per week, Term Time Only +inset days

Salary: £22,274 - £24,796 per annum

Closing date: 6th February 2026

Interview dates: (online interview) W/C 10th February 2026

2nd Stage interviews: (In person) W/C 12th February 2026

This is a permanent position

Our mission at School-Home Support is simple. We get children and young people back in school ready to learn, whatever it takes. Is this a mission for you? Yes? Then read on. 

We are looking for a Family Support School Practitioner to join our team and to make a difference in children’s lives every single day. As the Family Support School Practitioner, you will work in close partnership with school staff to deliver a programme of casework to promote and improve educational outcomes for the children and their families we support. You will also focus your support to help improve attendance, punctuality and engagement in learning.

You will have excellent relationship-building and communication skills with a proven ability to communicate with a wide group of people.

You’ll have previous experience of:

• working and engaging with parents, carers or guardians, children or individuals through individual and/or group-based support
• Providing expert pastoral support
• working in an educational or outreach environment
• working effectively with social and emotional factors affecting a child’s capacity to learn
• working with families from diverse communities

We are committed to maximising staff wellbeing and creating an inclusive, safe environment where everyone feels comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work.

As an employer we offer:

• Employee assistance programme
• Life assurance
• Pension scheme

For an informal and confidential chat about the role please email recruitment@shs.org.uk or call HR on 020 7426 5000.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.  Please email recruitment@shs.org.uk or call HR on 020 7426 5000 if you need any special arrangements or adjustments to help you take part in this recruitment process.  

School-Home Support​ ​takes very seriously the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and is committed to ensuring that our safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice. Our safeguarding policy recognises that the welfare and interests of children are paramount in all circumstances. All roles at SHS are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check. All roles at SHS are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

 

SHS Family Support Practitioner

Bacup, Lancashire, United Kingdom

OL13 0TG

£22,274 to £24,796 per year

Permanent - Full-time

Posted today

Closing date: 07/02/2026

Job reference: PO1482525BacSFSP

Documents

Job Description.pdf

SHS Family Support Practitioner

Bacup, Lancashire, United Kingdom

£22,274 to £24,796 per year

VSA is a well-respected local social care charity, helping support the people of Aberdeen for over 150 years. Our mission is to provide the best of care to enable the best of lives; supporting individuals and communities to fulfill their potential. VSA provides vital support and services to people of all ages.

At VSA we support a person’s physical, mental, emotional and social well being through a range of residential and outreach support Services. Working in social care is a hugely rewarding career, and you can help change the lives of vulnerable children and adults. At VSA, we are looking for motivated and compassionate individuals to join our team.

VSA have an exciting opportunity available to join our care at home team as a Support/Care Worker working in Bridge of Don and the surrounding areas. We have Part-time permanent positions available and in return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits.

Hours: Relief or Part Time - 24 and 30 hours available per week.

Rota: This role offers flexible working, with shifts available from 7am and latest shift finishing at 10pm. Rotas are reviewed on a fortnightly basis, we will be taking the lead from successful candidates on the hours/ days they are available to work. You must be able to work every second weekend.

Location: Bridge of Don and surrounding areas, caring for service users in their own home. Drivers preferred who have drivers license and own transport. Applicants must be familiar with the area and would be preferential if also reside nearby. Salary: £12.81 per hour

• Fuel Allowance
• Company pension
• Employee assistance programme
• Generous annual leave
• Refer a friend programme-Receive £200 when you introduce a family member or friend to VSA,
• Investment in your personal development and career through our learning and development programmes,
• Access to our employee discount scheme

You will have the opportunity to support a variety of clients with a range of disabilities, various health and support needs to maintain their independence while living at home.

We are welcoming applications from motivated, compassionate and responsible candidates. Experience within a care setting is preferred, but we accept applications from individuals who are looking to progress with a career in Health & Social Care.

You will also have the added benefits of extensive training as well as the opportunity to work in a role giving great job satisfaction.

Successful applicants will be providing support to individuals in their own home setting.

Start your career journey with VSA today!

Purpose of Job:

To contribute to the provision of quality services to meet the needs of service users, according to agreed VSA standards, policies and regulatory requirements.

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

• Communicating effectively with individuals according to agreed standards and procedures, accessing and updating records in keeping with guidelines.
• Helping to provide a safe and protective environment by complying with health, safety, and security procedures, including medication, and reporting accidents/incidents when appropriate.
• Supporting service users in their daily living, according to their recognised and agreed needs, providing personal care where necessary, adhering to practices which promote well-being, choice, and treating people with dignity and respect.
• Assisting service users in developing and maintaining social networks and relationships.
• Assisting and encouraging service users to develop skills and knowledge to live as independently as possible, if appropriate, with reference to the risk assessment process.
• Participating in the development, implementation and review of personal plans with service users.
• Supporting service users appropriately when they experience a significant life change or loss.
• Developing one’s knowledge and practice continuously through participation in training and development activities.
• Carrying out any other tasks from time to time, provided they are reasonable and within the postholder’s capabilities.
• Have awareness and work within internal control systems in your area to facilitate improvement in the quality of service provided.

Key Skills/Aptitudes:

• Ability to communicate well verbally with individuals.
• Abili...

VSA is a well-respected local social care charity, helping support the people of Aberdeen for over 150 years. Our mission is to provide the best of care to enable the best of lives; supporting individuals and communities to fulfill their potential. VSA provides vital support and services to people of all ages.

At VSA we support a person’s physical, mental, emotional and social well-being through a range of residential and outreach support Services. Working in social care is a hugely rewarding career, and you can help change the lives of vulnerable children and adults. At VSA, we are looking for motivated and compassionate individuals to join our team.

VSA have an exciting opportunity available to join our care at home team as a Support/Care Worker covering various areas across Aberdeen. We have Full & Part-time permanent positions available and in return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits.

Hours: Between 16-39hrs

Rota: This role has shifts available from 7am and latest shift finishing at 10pm. Rotas are reviewed on a fortnightly basis. You must be able to work every second weekend.

Location: Variable locations, caring for service users in their own home. Driving license would be beneficial but not essential. Salary: £12.81 per hour

We offer our Support/Care Workers fantastic benefits including:

• Company pension
• Employee assistance programme
• Generous annual leave
• Refer a friend programme-Receive £200 when you introduce a family member or friend to VSA,
• Investment in your personal development and career through our learning and development programmes,
• Access to our employee discount scheme

VSA is proud to be part of Granite Care Consortium which is made up of local 3rd & private sector providers with decades of experience in delivering health and social care services. The Consortium was set up so that people have quick and easy access to person-centred, integrated care so that they feel supported, safe and well.
You will have the opportunity to support a variety of clients with a range of disabilities to maintain their independence while living at home.

We are welcoming applications from motivated, compassionate and responsible candidates. Experience within a care setting is preferred, but we accept applications from individuals who are looking to progress with a career in Health & Social Care.

You will also have the added benefits of extensive training as well as the opportunity to work in a role giving great job satisfaction.

Successful applicants will be providing support to individuals in their own home setting.

Start your career journey with VSA today!

Purpose of Job:

To contribute to the provision of quality services to meet the needs of service users, according to agreed VSA standards, policies and regulatory requirements.

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

• Communicating effectively with individuals according to agreed standards and procedures, accessing and updating records in keeping with guidelines.
• Helping to provide a safe and protective environment by complying with health, safety, and security procedures, including medication, and reporting accidents/incidents when appropriate.
• Supporting service users in their daily living, according to their recognised and agreed needs, providing personal care where necessary, adhering to practices which promote well-being, choice, and treating people with dignity and respect.
• Assisting service users in developing and maintaining social networks and relationships.
• Assisting and encouraging service users to develop skills and knowledge to live as independently as possible, if appropriate, with reference to the risk assessment process.
• Participating in the development, implementation and review of personal plans with service users.
• Supporting service users appropriately when they experience a significant life change or loss.
• Developing one’s knowledge and practice continuously through participation in training and development activities.
• Carrying out any other tasks from time to time, provided they are reasonable and within the postholder’s capabilities.
• Have awareness and work within internal control systems in your area to facilitate improvement in the quality of service provided.

Key Skills/Aptitudes:

• Ability to communicate well verbally with individuals.
• A...

VSA is a well-respected local social care charity, helping support the people of Aberdeen for over 150 years. Our mission is to provide the best of care to enable the best of lives; supporting individuals and communities to fulfil their potential. VSA provides vital support and services to people of all ages.

At VSA we support a person’s physical, mental, emotional and social wellbeing through a range of residential and outreach support Services. Working in social care is a hugely rewarding career, and you can help change the lives of vulnerable children and adults. At VSA, we are looking for motivated and compassionate individuals to join our team.

VSA have an exciting opportunity available to join our care at home team as a Support/Care Worker working in Aberdeenshire covering Ellon and the surrounding areas. We have Full & Part-Time permanent positions available and in return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits.

Hours: 20 hours per week or more

Rota: This role offers flexible working, with relief and perm roles available and shifts offered from 7am and latest shift finishing at 10pm. Rotas are reviewed on a fortnightly basis, we will be taking the lead from successful candidates on the hours/ days they are available to work. However you must be able to work every second weekend . Hours can be discussed at interview.

Location: Aberdeenshire - Covering Ellon, Udny, Potterton Areas, caring for service users in their own home. DRIVING LICENSE IS ESSENTIAL AS SOME HOMES ARE IN RURAL AREAS. Salary: £12.81 per hour

• Fuel Allowance
• Company pension
• Employee assistance programme
• Generous annual leave
• Refer a friend programme-Receive £200 when you introduce a family member or friend to VSA,
• Investment in your personal development and career through our learning and development programmes,
• Access to our employee discount scheme

You will have the opportunity to support a variety of clients with a range of disabilities, various health and support needs to maintain their independence while living at home.

We are welcoming applications from motivated, compassionate and responsible candidates. Experience within a care setting is preferred, but we accept applications from individuals who are looking to progress with a career in Health & Social Care.

You will also have the added benefits of extensive training as well as the opportunity to work in a role giving great job satisfaction.

Successful applicants will be providing support to individuals in their own home setting.

Start your career journey with VSA today!

Purpose of Job:

To contribute to the provision of quality services to meet the needs of service users, according to agreed VSA standards, policies and regulatory requirements.

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

• Communicating effectively with individuals according to agreed standards and procedures, accessing and updating records in keeping with guidelines.
• Helping to provide a safe and protective environment by complying with health, safety, and security procedures, including medication, and reporting accidents/incidents when appropriate.
• Supporting service users in their daily living, according to their recognised and agreed needs, providing personal care where necessary, adhering to practices which promote well-being, choice, and treating people with dignity and respect.
• Assisting service users in developing and maintaining social networks and relationships.
• Assisting and encouraging service users to develop skills and knowledge to live as independently as possible, if appropriate, with reference to the risk assessment process.
• Participating in the development, implementation and review of personal plans with service users.
• Supporting service users appropriately when they experience a significant life change or loss.
• Developing one’s knowledge and practice continuously through participation in training and development activities.
• Carrying out any other tasks from time to time, provided they are reasonable and within the postholder’s capabilities.
• Have awareness and work within internal control systems in your area to facilitate improvement in the quality of service provided.

Key Skills/Aptitudes:

• Ability to communicate well verbally with individuals.
• Ability to ...

Windermere School seeks an experienced and committed Head of Learning Support to lead a dedicated team and ensure exceptional provision for pupils with additional learning needs across the School. The successful candidate will bring strong leadership, expert knowledge of SEND practice, and the ability to inspire colleagues while championing inclusive, high-quality teaching and learning.

Job Title
Head of Learning Support

Accountable To
Head, the Head of Prep and the Deputy Head

Accountable For
Teaching Assistants within the Faculty

Start Date
April 2026 or sooner

Application Deadline
Thursday 11 December

To apply, please download the following:

• An application form, self-disclosure form and explanatory notes about completing the forms and the recruitment process;
• The School’s Policy Statements on Child Protection and on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders.

Application forms and self-disclosure form to be sent to HR@windermereschool.co.uk

Applications will only be considered when submitted on a fully completed school application form.

Windermere School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. We obtain at least 2 references for all staff including those teaching in the Early Years Foundation Stage and enhanced criminal record checks through the Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) for staff and volunteers who will have unsupervised access to children. This is in accordance with requirements under the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006. 

Applicants for posts may be invited for interview where we follow the NSPCC’s Safer Recruitment Guidance Procedures. As part of the shortlisting process, the School may consider carrying out an online search of the candidate as part of their due diligence process, in order to identify incidences or issues that are available publicly on-line, that may require exploration with that candidate. The School should inform the shortlisted candidate that on-line searches may be carried out.

Head of Learning Support

Full-time
September 2026

Wells Cathedral School seeks a full time Head of Learning Support to lead on the development and delivery of a highly effective whole school learning support strategy which successfully identifies and addresses the learning needs of all pupils.

Qualified Teacher Status and further training in Special Educational Needs are essential for this role.

Closing date: Friday 6 February 2026, 12 noon

A date for the Interviews is to be scheduled

Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and Wells Cathedral School reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.

For further details, please download an application pack

September 2026

Wells Cathedral School seeks a full time Head of Learning Support to lead on the development and delivery of a highly effective whole school learning support strategy which successfully identifies and addresses the learning needs of all pupils.

Qualified Teacher Status and further training in Special Educational Needs are essential for this role.

Closing date: Friday 6 February 2026, 12 noon

A date for the Interviews is to be scheduled

Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and Wells Cathedral School reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.

For further details, please download an application pack

If you would like to apply for this role please  fill out the Online Application Form

As a trust, our mission is to support people with learning disabilities to fully develop their individual potential by providing opportunities, enhancing life skills, ensuring informed choice, and influencing society.

• We appreciate each person. Everyone is different – we respect and celebrate this.

• We’re always learning. We all have something to offer and more to learn.

• We’re always improving. Striving to give our best and to have more impact.

• We push for change. We will challenge society to be fully inclusive.

• We find the joy in everyday life. We have the freedom to be ourselves and enjoy what we do.

We are not licensed to sponsor employees for visas; therefore, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. You need to have, or be able to obtain, right to work in the UK in order to take up this position.

  All staff working for, or on behalf of Minstead Trust, understand their responsibilities in relation to safeguarding adults at risk and know who to escalate concerns to within Minstead Trust.  

Due to the nature of this employment sector your application is subject to a successful Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). ...

Media Preparation Technician

In the Crick's Media Preparation Team.

Part of Crick Operations.

Key information

Please see full job description here

About you

You will bring

• Basic literacy and numeracy (e.g. GCSE Maths and English at grade A-C or equivalent)*

• Basic understanding of Chemistry (GCSE at grade A-C or equivalent)*

• Ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to work as part of a team

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office software especially Excel*

• Good organisational skills and excellent attention to detail*

• Ability to carry out tasks involving lifting/manual handling particularly at the beginning and end of each day when loading and unloading autoclaves.*

*Minimum Criteria

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Supported Internship Job Coach (Selby)

• Job Category
• Children Services | Support, Advice and Guidance
• Location
• Yorkshire, United Kingdom
• Salary
• £25,062 - £30,917 FTE
• Closing date
• 29/01/2026
• Ref
• 27793
• Contract type
• Permanent
• Total hours per week
• 37.5
• Description
• “Shaw Trust promotes team spirit, inclusiveness and it is an organisation where everybody is somebody. I am proud to be part of this great organisation.”

  At Shaw Trust we believe everyone has the right to live a decent and dignified life and an opportunity for rewarding work. We are a social purpose organisation challenging inequality and breaking down barriers to enable social mobility.

  For us being part of the solution is about creating the conditions for this to happen, advocating and delivering services that make a real difference. Working in partnership not competition, we are part of an eco-system of purpose-led organisations, striving for a fairer, more equal society centred on opportunity for all.

  Purpose

  To support interns on Prospects Supported Internships to progress in their work placements and make successful transitions into paid employment. To provide training and support for business partners and families, to ensure success during the workplace placements and to seek out job opportunities both within and outside of the host employers.

  Download the Job Description for full details.

  Location:

  You will be based in Selby, Yorkshire

  Employee Benefits

  As an employee of Shaw Trust as well as positively impacting people’s lives, you will have access to the following benefits:

  • 25 days annual leave per year (plus bank holidays), with incremental increases post 3 years’ service up to 28 days, and the option to purchase additional holiday
  • 2 days paid volunteering leave each year
  • An enhanced pension scheme after 6 months
  • Life Assurance at 3 times your annual salary rate
  • Access to a suite of learning and development opportunities including paid for apprenticeship and masters’ levels qualifications, and management development programmes
  • Opportunities to connect with our employee diversity networks (LGBTQ+ Support Network, Racial Equality Network, Disability Equality Network, Neurodiversity Peer Support Network, Women’s Network, MANaging Network, Menopause Network Group)
  • Health and Wellbeing initiatives including internal support, employee assistance programme and health cash plan
  • Opportunity to request flexible working from day one
  Our Strategy

  To find out more about Shaw Trusts aims in our 2030 Strategic Directive available here:

  https://www.shawtrust.org.uk/content/uploads/2020/09/Vision-2030-Strategic-Directive-5-9.pdf Join a diverse and inclusive organisation

  Shaw Trust is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment, where every employee, regardless of their background or lived experience, feels that they belong and can progress in their career.

  In addition;

  • We are proud to be certified as an employer who meets the National Equality Standard, the accepted standard for inclusiveness in business across the UK.
  • We are Disability Confident Leaders, support the guaranteed interview scheme and use of the government’s Access to Work scheme.
  • Living our values, we are keen to reflect the diversity of UK society at every level within our organisation.

  We welcome applications from all sections of the community including from people with lived experience and/or knowledge of disability or social exclusion.

  If you have accessibility requirements and/or would like further information about the role, please contact:

  Resourcing@shaw-trust.org.uk Shaw Trust reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.