Total 7 job vacancies by Social Care & Education Jobs

Full Time, Permanent, SEN Teaching Assistant - Severn Beach, Bristol / South Gloucester

Location: South Gloucester, commutable within 30 minutes from Severn Beach, including areas like Bristol, Patchway, and Almondsbury.

Salary: £21,000 - £22,900 per annum (Actual Salary) | £11.72 - £12.78 per hour DOE
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time, Term Time Only (40 hours per week)

Benefits:

Pension Scheme
Life Assurance
Health Cash Back
High Street Discounts
About the Role: We are seeking a dedicated and passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a reputable Employer in South Gloucester. This full-time, term-time only position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN). You will play a crucial role in supporting their learning, well-being, and personal development.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide 1:1 support to children with SEN, ensuring they reach their full potential.
Assist with care needs and positive behaviour support, adopting an individualized approach.
Work closely with the Class Teacher to deliver high-quality, engaging educational activities.
Create a safe and enjoyable learning environment for all pupils.
Criteria:

Experience working with pupils in an SEN setting.
Full UK Driving Licence and access to your own car.
Fully funded Teaching Assistant training available.
Level 2 or Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools is desirable.
A passion for working with young people is essential.
Ability to build trust and act as a fantastic advocate for the children.
About the Employer:
Our Employer is committed to providing exceptional education and support for young people with SEN. They foster a caring and professional environment where every child feels safe and supported. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children with additional needs.

Application:

Join this organisation and be part of a team that truly values your contribution to the educational and personal development of young people with SEN. Apply now and take the next step in your career!

Social Care & Education Jobs act as a Recruitment Partner on behalf of the Employer. We specialize in recruiting for permanent job vacancies across Adult Social Care, Children’s Care, Education, and Specialist Education settings. Visit our website to view all our latest vacancies and apply for this rewarding SEN Teaching Assistant role in South Gloucester.

Occupational Therapist - Full-Time, Permanent job vacancy in Bradley Stoke, Gloucestershire.

Location: Conveniently commutable from towns such as Almondsbury, Thornbury, Patchway, Severn Beach and Filton.

Salary & Benefits:
Actual Salary: £32,400 - £38,400 per annum.
FTE: £37,700 - £44,700 per annum.
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time, 40 Hours Per Week, Term Time Only.
Life assurance, Competitive pension scheme & Health cash back plan.
High street discounts & Employee assistance programme.
Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
Support from a fantastic multi-disciplinary team (MDT)

Key Responsibilities:
As an Occupational Therapist, you will play a vital role in assessing and providing tailored interventions for children and young people with complex needs. Working autonomously, you’ll manage a varied caseload, developing and implementing individualized therapy plans. Your role will involve:
Conducting comprehensive assessments of children with diverse needs, including autism, sensory issues, and attachment difficulties.
Interpreting assessment results to create and deliver effective intervention plans.
Supporting children’s development through personalized care plans, focusing on daily living activities, self-care, productivity, and leisure.
Ensuring all occupational therapy practices are evidence-based and aligned with clinical governance and risk management standards.

Essential Criteria:
A Degree in Occupational Therapy and current HCPC Registration.
Membership with RCOT.
Proven experience as an Occupational Therapist, ideally with children.
Proficiency in various clinical approaches, especially those related to Autism, sensory needs, and attachment disorders.
Skilled in implementing sensory strategies.

Employer:
Social Care & Education Jobs is proud to partner with a leading provider of Specialist Education & Supported Living services. This organization is dedicated to empowering young people with disabilities, including Autism, ADHD, and communication difficulties, to achieve their full potential. They offer a nurturing environment with high-quality teaching, individual support, and integrated therapy to help students set and reach their own goals.

Compliance: All successful applicants will undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and candidates must disclose all convictions and cautions, including those considered "spent" unless protected by DBS filtering rules. The employer is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young adults and is an equal opportunities employer.

Application Support: Social Care & Education Jobs will guide you through the application process, offering full support up to your start date.

Occupational Therapist - Full-Time, Permanent job vacancy in Almondsbury, Gloucestershire

Location: Conveniently commutable from towns such as Almondsbury, Thornbury, Patchway, Severn Beach, Bradley Stoke, and Filton.

Salary & Benefits:
• Actual Salary: £32,400 - £38,400 per annum.
• FTE: £37,700 - £44,700 per annum.
• Contract: Permanent, Full-Time, 40 Hours Per Week, Term Time Only.
• Life assurance, Competitive pension scheme & Health cash back plan.
• High street discounts & Employee assistance programme.
• Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
• Support from a fantastic multi-disciplinary team (MDT)

Key Responsibilities:
As an Occupational Therapist, you will play a vital role in assessing and providing tailored interventions for children and young people with complex needs. Working autonomously, you’ll manage a varied caseload, developing and implementing individualized therapy plans. Your role will involve:
• Conducting comprehensive assessments of children with diverse needs, including autism, sensory issues, and attachment difficulties.
• Interpreting assessment results to create and deliver effective intervention plans.
• Supporting children’s development through personalized care plans, focusing on daily living activities, self-care, productivity, and leisure.
• Ensuring all occupational therapy practices are evidence-based and aligned with clinical governance and risk management standards.

Essential Criteria:
• A Degree in Occupational Therapy and current HCPC Registration.
• Membership with RCOT.
• Proven experience as an Occupational Therapist, ideally with children.
• Proficiency in various clinical approaches, especially those related to Autism, sensory needs, and attachment disorders.
• Skilled in implementing sensory strategies.

Employer:
Social Care & Education Jobs is proud to partner with a leading provider of Specialist Education & Supported Living services. This organization is dedicated to empowering young people with disabilities, including Autism, ADHD, and communication difficulties, to achieve their full potential. They offer a nurturing environment with high-quality teaching, individual support, and integrated therapy to help students set and reach their own goals.

Compliance: All successful applicants will undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and candidates must disclose all convictions and cautions, including those considered "spent" unless protected by DBS filtering rules. The employer is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young adults and is an equal opportunities employer.

Application Support: Social Care & Education Jobs will guide you through the application process, offering full support up to your start date.

Speech and Language Therapist, job vacancy, Bristol / South Gloucester

Location: Conveniently commutable from towns such as Almondsbury, Thornbury, Patchway, Severn Beach and Filton.


Salary: £32’400 - £38’400 per annum Actual Salary
Hours: Permanent, Full Time, 40 Hours per Week, Term Time Only
Benefits:
Competitive salary: £37,700 - £44,700 per annum.
Fully funded training and DBS.
Life assurance.
Competitive pension plan.
Health cash back plan.
High street discounts.
Employee assistance program.

Employer: Social Care & Education Jobs is thrilled to partner with a leading provider in Specialist Education & Supported Living. This opportunity would be working within a Specialist Education School for children aged between 7 and 19 years of age with complex communication and additional difficulties.

About the Role: As a Speech and Language Therapist, you will have a crucial role in empowering young people to shape their futures. By delivering high-quality teaching, individualized support, and expert-led therapy, you will help students with additional learning needs achieve their personal goals. You'll manage a diverse caseload and provide specialized support for communication and dysphagia needs.

Key Responsibilities:
Manage a diverse caseload addressing communication and dysphagia requirements.
Conduct thorough assessments for communication, swallowing, eating, and drinking.
Offer expert advice on therapy suitability for prospective students.
Develop personalized communication and eating/drinking goals as part of the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) for Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Create individualized therapy programs focusing on communication, assistive technology, swallowing, and feeding.
Deliver targeted speech and language interventions to individuals, small groups, or within the classroom setting.
Maintain accurate clinical records.
Monitor and train on best practices in eating and drinking support.
Champion Total Communication strategies across the service.
Collaborate with staff and families for consistent, coordinated communication support.
Participate in reviews and provide comprehensive written reports.
Refer students for specialist assessments or advice concerning AAC or dysphagia.
Provide induction and tailored training sessions.
Supervise and manage Speech and Language Therapy Assistants.
Adhere to professional boundaries and seek guidance as necessary.

Essential Criteria:
Recognized degree in Speech and Language Therapy (graduate or master's level)
Certification to practice as a Speech and Language Therapist
Registered membership with RCSLT and HCPC
Post-graduate training in dysphagia
Competence at Level C of the RCSLT Eating, Drinking, and Swallowing Competency Framework (EDSCF)
Commitment to continuous professional development and clinical supervision as per RCSLT and HCPC requirements
Proactive approach to maintaining clinical connections with relevant groups to enhance expertise

Knowledge & Experience:
Expertise in person-centered support approaches.
Understanding of consent legislation and restrictive practices within the Mental Capacity Act.
Experience with Positive Behaviour Support planning and interventions.
Proficiency with AAC systems and approaches.
Familiarity with IDDSI guidelines, dysphagia interventions, and feeding issues specific to this caseload.
Experience working with children and young people with SEND, PMLD, and ASD.
Extensive experience managing complex communication, swallowing, and feeding needs.
Proficiency in using hi-tech and low-tech AAC systems.
Experience delivering services through the EHCP process.
Background in early years, school, college, or residential settings.
Experience managing a dysphagia caseload.
Experience working within a multi-disciplinary team environment.

Compliance: Successful applicants will undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check. This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, allowing the employer to ask for full disclosure of convictions and cautions. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and are proud to be an equal opportunities and disability confident employer.

Application Support:
To Apply: Please contact Social Care & Education Jobs for more information and to begin your application process.
Social Care & Education Jobs will guide you through the application process, answering any questions you may have and providing full support throughout your application and interview journey.

Young Adult Support Worker, job vacancy Bishopston, Bristol (Social Care Experience needed)

Salary: £11.83 - £12.78 per hour / £24,600 - £26,600 per annum, DOE
Welcome: Enjoy a £1500 Welcome Bonus to thank you for joining our team!
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Hours: 40 Hours per week, Working a 2-Week Rota Pattern including every other weekend. Overtime available if required.

Benefits:

£1500 Welcome Bonus
Opportunity to gain a fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care
Pension, Life Assurance, Health Plan
High Street Discounts
Continuous Professional Development

About the Employer: Join one of the UK's leading providers of Specialist Education Schools & Colleges (SEND) for Children, Young People, and Adults. We offer dedicated support across a wide range of needs including Autism (ASD), ADHD, social, emotional, mental health issues, learning disabilities, and complex needs. Our services aim to create an inclusive environment that promotes the well-being and development of our individuals.


Role Overview: As a Support Worker, you will work in a Supported Living and Learning Environment with young adults aged 19+ who have severe learning difficulties and challenging behavior. Your key responsibilities will include:

Developing and implementing social activities to enhance quality of life
Assisting with all aspects of daily living and promoting independence
Establishing warm, caring, and supportive relationships with individuals
Encouraging and guiding supportive independence

Criteria: We are seeking proactive, compassionate individuals who demonstrate:

Previous care experience
Ability to work to a rota pattern including every other weekend
Exceptional communication skills, empathy, and understanding
Motivation to learn and go the extra mile
Ability to guide and encourage supportive independence
Good interpersonal, communication, and team-working skills
An active approach to the role

Safeguarding: Successful applicants will undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and applicants will need to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless "protected" under DBS filtering rules) to assess their suitability.


Equal Opportunities: Our employer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults in our care. We are a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.


Recruitment Partner: Social Care & Education Jobs is a national recruitment agency specializing in the Adult Social Care, Children's Social Care, and Specialist Education sectors. With over 20 years of experience, we are passionate about supporting both candidates and providers in this vital sector.


Apply Today: If you are dedicated to making a difference and meet the above criteria, we encourage you to apply for the Support Worker position in Bishopston, Bristol. Be a part of a supportive and dynamic team, and contribute to the positive impact on young adults' lives.

upported Living Registered Service Manager, job vacancy, Bristol. (Redland Area of Bristol)

Benefits
£45K - £47K per annum.
40 Hours per week.
Pension, Life Assurance, Health Cash Back & High Street Discounts.
Fully funded ongoing training, professional development, and support.

Employer

This employer strives to achieve outstanding Supported Living for Young Adults leaving Residential Childcare. Together they all strive to bring out the best in every Young Adult and prepare and assist them with adult life. Their facilities range from Science Labs, horticulture, catering, mechanics and much more. They are supported from the moment they arrive. They are constantly challenged, and they believe in setting high expectations, enabling them to reach their full potential. As an employer they fully invest in their staff team, with opportunities to gain further qualifications, continuous professional development, career progression and the opportunity to make a massive difference to the lives of those with a disability.

Duties

As the Registered Manager you will oversee the day-to-day operations of this Residential Home for Younger Adults aged 19+ and making a difference to their lives. The home is quite small and very homely and offers supported living and a learning environment for the young people. You will be focussed on compliance and up to date with relevant legislation, but most of all an inspirational leader of people.

Criteria

Qualified to Level 5 Diploma Health & Social Care or willing to work towards.
A minimum Diploma of Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
Experience of working in a CQC Registered Home.
Excellent supervisory and management experience.
Proven experience of working with Adults with Learning Disabilities.

Apply
If you are interested and you meet the above criteria then please click on apply, ensuring you provide your address and contact details and your most up to date CV. Once you have applied one of our team will contact you to tell you much more about this fantastic opportunity and answer any questions you may have.

Supported Living Registered Service Manager, job vacancy, Bristol.
Benefits
• £45K - £47K per annum.
• 40 Hours per week.
• Pension, Life Assurance, Health Cash Back & High Street Discounts.
Fully funded ongoing training, professional development, and support.

Employer

This employer strives to achieve outstanding Supported Living for Young Adults leaving Residential Childcare. Together they all strive to bring out the best in every Young Adult and prepare and assist them with adult life. Their facilities range from Science Labs, horticulture, catering, mechanics and much more. They are supported from the moment they arrive. They are constantly challenged, and they believe in setting high expectations, enabling them to reach their full potential. As an employer they fully invest in their staff team, with opportunities to gain further qualifications, continuous professional development, career progression and the opportunity to make a massive difference to the lives of those with a disability.
Duties

As the Registered Manager you will oversee the day-to-day operations of this Residential Home for Younger Adults aged 19+ and making a difference to their lives. The home is quite small and very homely and offers supported living and a learning environment for the young people. You will be focussed on compliance and up to date with relevant legislation, but most of all an inspirational leader of people.

Criteria

• Qualified to Level 5 Diploma Health & Social Care or willing to work towards.
• A minimum Diploma of Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
• Experience of working in a CQC Registered Home.
• Excellent supervisory and management experience.
• Proven experience of working with Adults with Learning Disabilities.

Apply
If you are interested and you meet the above criteria then please click on apply, ensuring you provide your address and contact details and your most up to date CV. Once you have applied one of our team will contact you to tell you much more about this fantastic opportunity and answer any questions you may have.