Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Role: Senior/Supervising Social Worker Basic Salary: Up to 41,334.38 per annum, dependent upon experience Location: Remote supporting Foster Parents in Kent. Benefits Company Car or 2,000 Car Allowance 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service, plus bank holidays, pro rata Life Assurance Company Pension On-site Free Parking Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan About Us Set up by a former Foster Parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since...

Our client Kent county council is looking for a Qualified Social worker to join their Adolescent support team. Job Purpose: To deliver and improve services for Children in Need, with a clear focus on those in need of protection and the wider safeguarding agenda through the provision of high quality social work interventions and effective liaison with local partners. To work within a team of professional Social Workers and/or early intervention staff to provide services to children, young people and their families requiring support and/or intervention. Services are to be delivered in accordance with legislation, Corporate and Directorate policies and with allocated cash limits. To be a champion of social work values and delivering interventions that work to keep children safe and to support families. As a large and diverse county, we offer an unrivalled range of work and settings - all with their own challenges. Rising to these challenges will require all of your...

Immediate start to support young people and children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health difficulties across various school in Kent. About the role This is a role to support young people and children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health difficulties within a Primary and Secondary schools. We are ideally looking for Education mental health support worker candidates with full time availability Monday to Friday 8:30 - 4. Requirements To be considered for the role of Mental Health Support Worker you will: You must be enthusiastic and have the ability to build a rapport with students, be resilient, flexible and be able to think fast on your feet to adapt to challenging situations. Our ideal candidate for this role must have relative experience within the last 2 years that we are able to gain professional, performance-based references within an Education setting Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or...

Residential Support Worker Location: Kent Employment Type: Full-time/Part-time Salary: £93 to £180 per day via PAYE Start Date: July 2026 Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs (SEN)? Do you have the compassion, dedication, and skills to support their growth and development in a residential setting? If so, we want to hear from you! The role: We are working in partnership with SEN Schools across Kent, committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment for students with SEN. The residential support workers play a crucial role in creating a home-away-from-home atmosphere, ensuring that every child receives the care and attention they need to thrive. Key Responsibilities: Provide high-quality care and support to children and young people with SEN in a residential setting. Assist with daily routines, including personal care, meals, and recreational activities....

Senior Residential Care Worker Location: Ashford, Kent Salary: 33,273.24 - 43,797.00 per annum (inclusive of 2 sleep-ins per week) Contract: 39 or 45 hours per week (rota basis) We are currently recruiting for a Senior Residential Care Worker to join a long-standing and well-established organisation supporting children and young people who have experienced trauma and adversity. This is a key role within the home, supporting the Registered Manager and Deputies with the day-to-day running, while leading by example and ensuring consistently high standards of care, safeguarding and support. Key Responsibilities: Supporting the management team with the daily operation of the home Leading, guiding and supporting staff to maintain high standards of care Contributing to care planning, risk assessments and reviews Providing consistent, nurturing support to young people, particularly during challenging situations Promoting a safe, stable and positive home...

ACORN GROUP Innovation in Children's Services (we are part of the Acorn Group, direct application not agencey) Residential Support Worker Children's Home Location: Canterbury Kent Salary: £31,720 per annum (including 1 2 sleep shifts per week) Make a Difference Every Day Are you passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve their full potential? Are you looking for a rewarding career where every day presents an opportunity to positively impact a young person's life? Acorn Homes is seeking dedicated and compassionate Residential Support Workers to join our Children's Home Whether you are already working within Children's Residential Care, supported accommodation, education, youth work or looking to transfer your skills from another caring profession, we would love to hear from you. This is a rewarding opportunity to positively impact the lives of children and young people by providing high-quality care, support and guidance...

Care Assistant Location: Kent Employment Type: Full-time/Part-time Salary: £100 to £180 per day via PAYE Start Date: July 2026 Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and adults with special educational needs (SEN)? Do you have the compassion, dedication, and skills to support their growth and development in a residential setting? If so, we want to hear from you! The role: Vision for Education is seeking compassionate and dedicated Care Assistants to support children and young adults across a range of educational and care environments. This rewarding role involves working closely with individuals who may have additional needs, helping them to thrive both academically and personally. You may be based in schools, specialist provisions, or residential care settings, providing essential day-to-day support and making a real difference in young people s lives. Key Responsibilities: Provide high-quality care and support...

Main duties and responsibilities: To support organisational change within a district to enhance the learning and development of children and young people through the application of applied psychology. To actively promote inclusion through provision of a consultation based educational psychology service to schools and other agencies. To undertake direct work with schools as required. To provide statutory advice in line with the regulations set out in the 2014 Children and Families Act and the SEND Code of Practice according to relevant timescales. This may include appropriate contributions and presentations to support tribunal procedures. Qualifications and experience required Qualified status approved by the British Psychological Society (BPS) in Educational and Child Psychology or equivalent, including Graduate Basis for Registration and recognised postgraduate qualification in Educational and Child Psychology or equivalent. All appointees will be required to be...

Manufacturing Technician Dartford, DA2 Contract: Temporary (3 months) Monday to Friday, AM and PM shifts available 14.14 per hour We are recruiting a Manufacturing Technician to join our clients Laboratory team, where you'll prepare reagents and intermediates and carry out testing to ensure everything meets GMP standards. This is a hands-on role that suits someone with strong attention to detail and a focus on accuracy. Full training will be provided, making it a great opportunity to build a long-term career in science and manufacturing. Manufacturing Technician Shift: Monday to Friday 06:00 - 14:00, 08:00-16:00 or 14:00-22:00 Manufacturing Technician Pay Rate: 14.14 per hour Manufacturing Technician Responsibilities: Perform daily operations, including housekeeping, equipment maintenance, and calibration. Adhere to safety policies, report health and safety concerns, and update COSHH and Risk Assessments. Complete training...