Sessional Support Workers
Crail & Wilson Residential Small Group Living Service

Expiry date: Friday 23 January 2026 at 12:00

Salary: £12.60 per hourRequirements: Female only*Hours: Sessional hoursLocation: Broadmeadows, Symington, KA1 5PU

We are looking for caring individuals to work within a residential care and small group living setting. Our team provide flexible cover to support people in their own lives, working with our residents who may have a variety of support needs such as learning difficulties, complex physical disabilities, behavioural needs and autism.

We are currently looking for a Sessional Support Workers to join our team.

This is a great opportunity for experienced Support Workers looking to take on a new challenge, those who have recently left college with a Social Care related qualification or those who perhaps have no practical or academic experience but can evidence that their values match those of the organisation and that they are motivated to work flexibly, supporting our customers in their lives. If you believe every person has something unique to offer and you have a genuine passion for making a difference in people's lives we want to hear from you.

The flexibility to work a rota that includes days, evenings, nights, and weekends is essential in all the roles. Shift patterns are day shift -7.15am to 7.15pm and night shift 7.15pm to 7.15am.

Other essential criteria for the all posts include:

• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Basic IT skills
• Excellent people skills, good team worker and problem solver
• An enthusiastic attitude to developing skills in Social Care
• The ability to accept peoples’ differences and treat everyone as equals
• The ability to support people in a person-centred way to offer choice and promote inclusion.
• An enthusiastic attitude to developing skills in Social Care
• Work in line with Hansel’s values with the ability to accept peoples’ differences and treat everyone as equals
• The ability to support people in a person-centred way to offer choice and promote inclusion.
• An enthusiastic attitude to developing skills in Social Care
• The ability to attain registration with regulatory bodies
• Candidates must be 18 years old or over for insurance purposes

In return we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes sleepover allowance (currently the equivalent of £12 per hour), 32 days annual leave (pro rata based on hours worked) plus other benefits including a 24/7 employee assistance program, full induction and comprehensive ongoing training and personal development opportunities.

These posts are considered to be Regulated Work with Adults as specified in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) (PVG) Act 2007. Accordingly, the preferred candidate will be required to become a member of the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Record Update if already a Scheme member prior to any formal offer of employment being made.

Hansel is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all who believe they fit the essential requirements for the job.

*Qualifies under the Equality Act 2010

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We are looking for someone to continue and develop our ministry and outreach to Children. This is an established post working with an Evangelical CofE church - to take up the continuing challenge of finding ways of passing on the Christian faith both to those whose parents are part of the congregation and to others in the community too.

We are looking for...

• Someone with an enthusiasm to lead, enable and develop our ministries to children, offering bible teaching and social activities to help build a life-long faith in Christ and to encourage personal growth.
• We are open to candidates at a variety of stages in their lives and/or experience of ministry. That means we’d very much consider:

• A person who has done some Christian Children’s ministry as a volunteer and is beginning to explore whether this kind of role might be for them.
• We would also be very interested in a candidate with significant maturity and experience in this area of ministry, who would able to take on responsibility for strategy, co-ordination, and equipping of volunteers.
• Or anyone in between…

Whatever level of experience you bring, the job description (and positioning within our salary range) would be tailored to fit.

• We expect the candidate’s strengths and passions to impact significantly on how the role is carried out, utilising any particular gifts, talents e.g. music, drama, art or crafts, sport, media skills etc.

We are blessed with a number of committed and gifted volunteer leaders and helpers, who have been willing to step up to taking the lead over the last year or so, but would love for someone to bring extra gifts, ideas and time to our ministry with children.

Assistant Waking Night Childcare Officer

We have an exciting opportunity for a Residential Assistant Waking Night Childcare Officer to join our committed and friendly team on a permanent basis.

Job details

Location

Meath School, Brox Road, Ottershaw, Surrey, KT16 0LF

Salary

Actual salary £12,831.50 - £13,281.50 (FTE £25,663 - £26,563)( inclusive of allowances)

Hours of work

20 hours per week, Wednesday – Thursday 9.00pm to 7.00am

Contract

Permanent

Closing date

February 9, 2026

Job Title: Waking Night Assistant Childcare Officer

Location: Meath, a Speech and Language UK school, Ottershaw, Near Woking, Surrey

Contract: Permanent, Part – Time, Term time only, all holidays paid

Working pattern: 20 hours per week, Wednesday – Thursday 9.00pm to 7.00am

Salary: Actual salary £12,831.50 – £13,281.50 (FTE £25,663 – £26,563)( inclusive of allowances)

This role if for female applicants only^*

Role Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Assistant Waking Night Childcare Officer to join our passionate residential team. This role is integral to ensuring the safety, development, and well-being of children during the night.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support children to achieve a restful night’s sleep while maintaining safety.
• Implement and follow children’s Personal Development Plans, including overnight care targets.
• Provide toileting support and assist with specific eating and drinking programs.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other care staff to deliver multidisciplinary care.
• Complete essential tasks such as maintaining cleanliness, preparing resources, and updating night records.
• Contribute to children’s personal and social development programs.
• Adhere to safeguarding policies and maintain a safe, caring environment.

What we are looking for:

Essential:

• Experience working with children, especially those with special educational needs.
• Good communication skills and a willingness to learn Signed Supported English.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and behavior management principles.

Desirable:

• Qualifications related to childcare or speech and language needs.
• First Aid or Positive Touch training.

About Us
Meath, a Speech and Language UK school, is a day and residential non-maintained primary special school for up to 75 pupils aged 4 to 11 years with complex speech and language challenges. Our most recent Ofsted report (2023) is highly positive about the work of the school and the progress which our children make. ‘Pupils are happy and safe, and they enjoy being in school. They comment that ‘everyone can have friends here’. Visit our website.

Why Us?

Speech and Language UK is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for children and young people with communication needs. If you’re ready to make a difference in a supportive, mission-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you.

• Professional growth: Comprehensive induction, regular CPD opportunities, and annual salary reviews.
• Health and Well-being: wellbeing days, free flu jabs, mental health first aiders, and access to Perkbox resources.
• Financial perks: Pension schemes, life assurance cover, interest-free travel and bike loans.
• Work-life balance: Term-time work schedule with all school holidays off.

How to Apply

For an informal discussion about the role or school visits please contact Debbie Hanson at 01932 872 302 or email debbie.hanson@meathschool.org.uk for more information.

To find out more about Meath School and Speech and Language UK visit www.meathschool.org.uk and www.speechandlanguage.org.uk

To apply please complete the application form (application pack attached) and send this to School Business Manager at sbm@meathschool.org.uk

The deadline for applications is 9am on Monday, 9 February 2026 with interviews held later that week depending on candidates’ availability...

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School-Home Support Practitioner (school-based support worker)

Location: Holy Trinity C of E Primary, Manchester, M9 4DU

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

Salary: £19,733 - £22,274

Closing date: Monday 26 January 2026

Interview dates:  Wednesday 28th January 2026 (online interview)

2nd Stage interviews: Week commencing Monday 2nd February to Friday 6 February 2026 (in person at the setting)

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 Support Practitioner to join our team and to make a difference in children’s lives every single day. As the Family Support 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 communications 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. 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 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 a DBS Check.

SHS Family Support Practitioner

Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

M9 4DU

£19,733 to £22,274 per year

Permanent - Full-time

Posted today

Closing date: 27/01/2026

Job reference: PO1418605ManSFSP

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SHS Family Support Practitioner

Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

£19,733 to £22,274 per year

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The starting salary for this post is £34,467.72 per annum, based on 37.5 hours per week (part-time will be considered).

The location for this post is Norfolk & Waveney. Travel across Norfolk and Waveney required

Ormiston Families’ Supporting Smiles Children and Young People’s Mental Health Service is excited to invite applications from therapists looking to further their therapeutic career. We offer great benefits.

Our Supporting Smiles service provides professional mental health support to children and young people through our Therapeutic Pathway for 4–13-year-olds and 5–18-year-olds with our Children’s Wellbeing Practitioner team. Whether residing in Norfolk or Waveney or registered with a Norfolk or Waveney GP, we’re here to offer therapeutic support to meet children and young people’s needs.

At Supporting Smiles, we believe in a needs-led approach, and our service name, “Supporting Smiles,” was co-created with input from the children and families we support. Our holistic mental health and wellbeing support service encompasses the expertise of our therapeutic practitioners, counsellors, and children’s wellbeing practitioners.

Convenience and accessibility are key to our therapeutic support. We offer sessions in various venues across your local community, including schools and family hub sites. If accessing our venues poses a challenge, don’t hesitate to reach out, and we’ll work together to find a solution that suits your needs.

As a member of Norfolk & Waveney’s Children and Young People’s Alliance, we’re part of an integrated mental health service network dedicated to THRIVE principles: Getting Advice, Getting Help, Getting More Help, and Risk Support. Alongside partners like The Benjamin Foundation, Norfolk & Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust, Norfolk County Council, and Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust, we’re committed to providing comprehensive support to children and young people aged 0-25, ensuring their mental health needs are met every step of the way.

To apply, please click on Apply Online.

Closing date for applications:   9am, Monday, 9 th February 2026

Safeguarding and DBS requirements for your role:

Ormiston Families is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.

We are an equal opportunities employer; we value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Closing Date: 09/02/2026

Norfolk

£34,467.72 per annum

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