Interim Assistant Head Teacher - DSL / Pastoral & Behaviour Lead Location: Leyland, Lancashire Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract Dates: 1 September 2026 - 18 December 2026 An established specialist school in Leyland is seeking an experienced and highly motivated professional to join its leadership team on an interim basis as Assistant Head Teacher - Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), Pastoral & Behaviour Lead. This is a key leadership role within the school, responsible for leading safeguarding and pastoral provision while ensuring the highest standards of care, support and protection for pupils. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership across safeguarding, behaviour, wellbeing and pastoral services, working collaboratively with staff, families and external agencies to achieve positive outcomes for young people. Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee safeguarding practice across the school in line with statutory guidance. Act as the...

Our client Blackpool council is looking for a Adults Social Worker to join their Learning Disability team. Job purpose The provision of professional social work support and interventions to enable individuals to maximise and maintain their independence and quality of life in a range of settings. To support individuals, their families and carers to ensure that their social care needs are met by undertaking holistic assessments, the provision of advice and information and facilitating access to a range of services. Duties To undertake assessments/reviews and where appropriate the commissioning of services in line with departmental policies and procedures and statutory guidance eg: The Care Act (2014). To understand and take appropriate part in the department's safeguarding adults' procedures. This includes, identification, investigation and at H2 taking the role of Safeguarding Lead. To work closely with other teams, including undertaking joint assessments, with providers,...

Our client Blackpool council is looking for an Adults Social Worker to join their Safeguarding team. Role Purpose The provision of professional social work support safeguarding enquiries and interventions to enable individuals to maximise and maintain their independence and quality of life in a range of settings and provide proportionate protections from abuse and neglect for adults with care and support needs. To support individuals, their families and carers to ensure that their social care needs are met by undertaking holistic assessments, the provision of advice and information and facilitating access to a range of services. That they are safeguarded from abuse or neglect (or the risk of abuse or neglect). To ensure that the voice of people supported and their families and carers are heard during the safeguarding process. Duties To undertake assessments/reviews and where appropriate the commissioning of services, in line with departmental policies, procedures and...

Our client Blackpool council is looking for a Adults Social Worker to join their Learning Disability team. Job purpose The provision of professional social work support and interventions to enable individuals to maximise and maintain their independence and quality of life in a range of settings. To support individuals, their families and carers to ensure that their social care needs are met by undertaking holistic assessments, the provision of advice and information and facilitating access to a range of services. Duties To undertake assessments/reviews and where appropriate the commissioning of services in line with departmental policies and procedures and statutory guidance eg: The Care Act (2014). To understand and take appropriate part in the department's safeguarding adults' procedures. This includes, identification, investigation and at H2 taking the role of Safeguarding Lead. To work closely with other teams, including undertaking joint assessments, with providers,...

Our client Blackpool council is looking for an Adults Social Worker to join their Safeguarding team. Role Purpose The provision of professional social work support safeguarding enquiries and interventions to enable individuals to maximise and maintain their independence and quality of life in a range of settings and provide proportionate protections from abuse and neglect for adults with care and support needs. To support individuals, their families and carers to ensure that their social care needs are met by undertaking holistic assessments, the provision of advice and information and facilitating access to a range of services. That they are safeguarded from abuse or neglect (or the risk of abuse or neglect). To ensure that the voice of people supported and their families and carers are heard during the safeguarding process. Duties To undertake assessments/reviews and where appropriate the commissioning of services, in line with departmental policies, procedures and...

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (Deputy DSL) - Alternative Provision Are you an experienced safeguarding professional with a passion for supporting vulnerable young people? Do you have the knowledge, empathy and organisational skills needed to help safeguard students and support their wellbeing? This alternative provision in Birmingham is seeking a dedicated Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (Deputy DSL) to join its supportive and committed team. This is a rewarding opportunity to play a key role in protecting and supporting young people who may face significant social, emotional and educational barriers. Working closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), you will help ensure that safeguarding remains at the heart of the provision, supporting students to access the help and guidance they need to thrive. As Deputy DSL, you will be responsible for managing safeguarding records, logging and monitoring concerns, liaising with external agencies and providing mentoring...

Nursery – Bright Horizons Canada Square Day Nursery and Preschool Salary – Starting from £36,088 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience) Location – Canary Wharf, London Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for a Deputy Manager to join our Canada Square Nursery which is located in the heart of Canary Wharf—just a short walk from Canary Wharf Tube Station (Jubilee Line) and DLR stations, making commuting easy and convenient. Nestled beside the vibrant Canary Wharf Shopping Centre, the nursery benefits from excellent transport links, riverside views, and access to a wide range of shops, cafés, and green spaces. Our Benefits Childcare discount of 75% for first child* Competitive bonus of...

Nursery – Bright Horizons Bank Street Day Nursery and Preschool Salary – Starting from £36,088 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience) Location – Canary Wharf, London Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for a Deputy Manager to join our Bank Street Day Nursery & Preschool. Located in the heart of Canary Wharf, our purpose-built setting is thoughtfully designed to support both children and staff, with age-specific rooms that create a warm, “home from home” atmosphere. It is also ideally positioned for commuters. It’s just a short walk from both Jubilee Line and DLR stations, making it easily accessible from across London.  Our Benefits Childcare discount of 75% for first child*...

Job Title: Safeguarding Officer Location: MSSC NSC, 200B Lambeth Road, London, SE1 7JY (Hybrid) Salary: £40,300 gross, per annum Job type: Full time, permanent Closing Date: 8th July 2026 Are you a Safeguarding professional looking for a new opportunity and challenge? We are currently looking for an exceptional Safeguarding Officer to join our expanding team. The Marine Society & Sea Cadets (MSSC) is the leading maritime charity for youth development and lifelong learning. We are a vibrant and growing charity inspiring young people to achieve their potential through challenge and nautical adventure and also enabling seafarers and maritime professionals to realise their potential through learning and career development. Working with our employees, cadets, and volunteers, we have built a strong vision and five-year Future Ready strategy to meet the growing demand for what we provide, both for young people, seafarers and maritime professionals - and the...

Job Title Family Support Worker / Pastoral Lead Salary: Competitive (typically 23,000 - 30,000 FTE, depending on experience) Hours: Full-Time Contract Type: Permanent / Fixed Term About the School It is a welcoming, inclusive community dedicated to providing the best possible start for all our students. They are seeking a passionate, resilient Family Support Worker to join their dedicated pastoral team. The Role You will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team and external agencies to act as a primary point of contact for their most vulnerable families. Your goal is to break down barriers to learning by addressing issues such as poor attendance, parental mental health, housing, and challenging behaviour. Key Responsibilities Casework Management: Carry out early-help assessments, devise tailored support plans, and hold regular meetings with parents and guardians. Attendance Improvement: Proactively engage with families to reduce persistent absenteeism...

Higher Level Teaching Assistant Pastoral (HLTA) Location: Old Buckenham Primary School, Attleborough Salary: Scale point 12- 17 £28,598 - £31,022 FTE £20,771 - £22,939 PRO RATA including an allowance for holiday pay Vacancy Type: Fixed term until 31st of July 2027, Part Time (31.25 hours per week) Old Buckenham Primary School is a much-loved one-form entry rural community school in the heart of Norfolk. We serve children from Reception through to Year 6, focusing on nurturing the whole child intellectually, emotionally, physically, creatively, and morally. Our motto, Inspiring learning for life , underpins everything we do. We are proud of our strong community links, supportive staff, and the inclusive, caring environment we offer to all. THE ROLE This is an exciting opportunity to join our team. As a HLTA Pastoral, you will support pupils, families and safeguarding processes while working closely with the Head of School (Inclusion Leader). The role includes...

 Nursery – North Finchley Day Nursery and Preaschool Salary – £34,132.80 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience) Location – North Finchley, N12 8NY *This position is a fixed term maternity cover position for 12 months*   Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.”   We’re looking for a Third in Charge to join our North Finchley nursery which is situated a 5 minute walk from North Finchley Bus Station and 10 minute walk from West Finchley Tube Station.   Our Benefits £34,132.80  per annum Childcare discount of 50% for first child* Enhanced parental leave 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave* Pension Financial and wellbeing benefits...

Nursery – Ely Day Nursery and Preschool Salary – From £30,754.90k per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience) Location – Cambridgeshire, CB7 4EX Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for a Third in Charge to join our Ely Day Nursery which is conveniently located in the Cambridgeshire Business Park, just five minutes from Ely train station. We offer on-site parking for staff. Our modern, purpose-built nursery features a large outdoor area and well-equipped, spacious rooms that encourage children to learn through exploration and investigation. Our Benefits Childcare discount of 50% for first child Enhanced parental leave 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas...

Job Title: Head of SEN & Wellbeing Location: Bridgwater, Somerset (Hybrid - 2+ days per week in the office) Salary: 45,500 Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week About the Role Our client is seeking an experienced and passionate Head of SEN & Wellbeing to lead the organisation's Special Educational Needs (SEN), learner support, wellbeing, and safeguarding functions. The Head of SEN & Wellbeing is a senior leadership role with responsibility for overseeing inclusive learning provision for young people and adults with additional needs, ensuring that all learners receive high-quality support that enables them to thrive, achieve their goals, and participate fully in learning opportunities. The successful Head of SEN & Wellbeing will play a strategic role across the organisation, leading learning support services, managing high-needs funding arrangements, and working closely with local authorities, external agencies, and partner organisations...

Assistant Head of Programmes - Specialist SEND Post-16 Education Location: Leeds Salary: 40,000 FTE ( 33,231 Actual Salary) Contract: Full Time Permanent Term Time Only (39 Weeks) A specialist Post-16 education provider is seeking a dedicated and ambitious Assistant Head of Programmes to support the delivery of high-quality education and student support across its specialist college provision. This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring or established middle leader looking to further develop their leadership career within SEND, Further Education, and specialist Post-16 provision. The successful candidate will support curriculum delivery, safeguarding, student outcomes, quality assurance, and team development while helping create an outstanding learning experience for young people with SEND and EHCPs. The Role The Assistant Head of Programmes will work closely with the Head of Programmes to support the operational management and day-to-day delivery of specialist...

Student Support Manager (South and East) Location: Brighton, London or Essex Salary: £39,000 £50,440 per annum At BIMM University, we're more than just an educational institution; we're a vibrant community dedicated to nurturing creativity and empowering students to reach their full potential. With campuses across the UK, Ireland, and Germany, we offer a diverse range of courses in modern music, performing arts, filmmaking and creative technology. Our commitment to excellence in creative arts education sets us apart, providing students with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities they need to succeed in their chosen fields. About the Role As Student Support Manager for the South and East you will take operational responsibility for the delivery of student support services across your campuses (Brighton, London and Essex), ensuring a consistent, high-quality experience for students. With a focus on wellbeing and pastoral care, the role centres on the effective...

Polaris Education - Morley School, Maidenhead Head Teacher Contract: Full-Time Term Time Only Salary: 50,000 to 60,000 dependent on experience Additional Benefits: Professional Development opportunities, Enhanced pension scheme, Free on-site parking, CPD through internal and external providers, Life Insurance x 2, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Opening Date: Projected opening date September 2026 Are you a compassionate and dedicated educational leader? Do you have a passion for supporting students with special educational needs (SEN)? We are seeking an exceptional Head Teacher to lead our nurturing and inclusive school community. About the School Located on the outskirts of Maidenhead, our School offers a capacity of up to 100 pupils and safe and supportive environments for pupils from 5 to 18 years old with a range of complex needs. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive environment where every child feels valued, respected, and...

Student Support Manager (South and East) Location: Brighton, London or Essex Salary: £39,000 £50,440 per annum At BIMM University, we're more than just an educational institution; we're a vibrant community dedicated to nurturing creativity and empowering students to reach their full potential. With campuses across the UK, Ireland, and Germany, we offer a diverse range of courses in modern music, performing arts, filmmaking and creative technology. Our commitment to excellence in creative arts education sets us apart, providing students with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities they need to succeed in their chosen fields. About the Role As Student Support Manager for the South and East you will take operational responsibility for the delivery of student support services across your campuses (Brighton, London and Essex), ensuring a consistent, high-quality experience for students. With a focus on wellbeing and pastoral care, the role centres on the effective...

Pathway Manager Apply today to step into a role where your leadership will drive real, measurable impact empowering teams, shaping inclusive services, and making a lasting difference in people s lives every day. Location: Lambeth Salary: £43,632 per annum Closing date: 05 July, 2026 Employment Type: Permanent Hours per week: 37.5 About the Role Lead the delivery of a high-impact, person-centred service as a Pathway Manager , where your leadership will directly shape outcomes for individuals and communities. You ll drive performance, quality, and continuous improvement across a multidisciplinary pathway, building strong partnerships and using insight and data to inform confident, effective decisions. We re looking for a proactive, values-driven leader who thrives in complex environments. You ll bring strong operational oversight, team leadership, and stakeholder management skills, alongside a commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and excellence. If you re...

About the role As our Deputy Manager, you will assist in managing operations within the home in order to reach or exceed goals while assuring the provision of high-quality care. You will be in charge of overseeing the care staff and will be expected to assume full management in the event that the Home Manager is not present. Through direct instruction and by setting a good example, you will assist in training and supervising care staff in all facets of their work. You will help the Home Manager with pre-admission assessments of residents, ensure that each resident's care plan and daily records are kept up to date, and foster effective communication with the residents' families and other organisations. Kingsley Specialist Services provides support for people with learning disabilities and complex needs, including those who would benefit from living in a more peaceful setting. We successfully meet those needs by delivering the positive behaviour support (PBS) model of...