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Become a Step Forward Foster Carer – A Life-Changing Opportunity for Family Support Workers in Barns... Become a Step Forward Foster Carer – A Life-Changing Opportunity for Family Support Workers in BarnsleyPlease Note: This role requires you to be Self EmployedAre you a Family Support Worker who is passionate about making a positive impact on vulnerable individuals? You already have the resilience, dedication, and commitment needed to make a profound difference in a young person’s life.We are looking for compassionate, strong-minded individuals like you to become Step Forward Foster Carers — offering a safe, nurturing home to a young person transitioning from residential care. This is a unique opportunity to take the skills you’ve developed in your role and make a lasting, personal impact. This could be your most rewarding role yet — offering not just care, but a future full of hope.What is Step Forward Fostering?Step Forward Fostering is a pioneering project that helps young people who have faced trauma, loss, and instability transition from residential care into a caring family environment. These young people aren’t just looking for a place to stay — they need someone like you: a supportive adult who understands their needs, builds trust, and provides the consistency they’ve often lacked. As a Step Forward Foster Carer, you’ll be part of a supportive team, working alongside professionals who are there to guide you every step of the way. You’ll never be alone on this journey.What You’ll Receive:We understand that caring for a young person with complex needs is a significant commitment. That’s why we provide comprehensive support — both emotionally and financially.Specialist Support: Your own Senior Practitioner offering regular guidance and supervisionA Family Wellbeing Worker to support you and your foster childA Hub Carer providing up to 28 days of planned short breaks every year24/7 Out-of-Hours Support, ensuring you’re never aloneAccess to a network of other Step Forward Carers for peer supportOngoing training in trauma-informed care and understanding neurodevelopmental needsTherapeutic and psychological support to build on your existing skills Financial Package: We recognise the commitment it takes to support a young person with complex needs and offer a generous financial package to help you focus fully on providing stability and care. £1,052 per week while you have a child placed with you (around £54,704 a year)£408 per week retainer between placements (up to £21,216 a year)Extra allowances for birthdays, holidays, and cultural celebrationsTax exemptions specifically designed for foster carers Is This You?We are looking for Family Support Workers who are: Passionate about making a difference beyond their current roleSkilled in building positive, trusting relationships with individuals from challenging backgroundsResilient, calm under pressure, and committed to providing stabilityReady to transfer their professional skills to a family-based setting If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!Please note: Ideally, applicants should not have children under 16 living at home, but we consider each family situation individually.To Be Eligible, You’ll Need: Experience working with vulnerable individuals or young peopleFull-time availability and a spare bedroomA willingness to complete our professional trainingThe right to work in the UK Take the next step in your career and become a Step Forward Foster Carer. Your experience as a Family Support Worker could be the foundation for a truly life-changing role.

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant Wakefield SEN SchoolPsychology and related Graduates req... Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant Wakefield SEN SchoolPsychology and related Graduates requiredUp to £560 per weekLong-term Teacher Assistant role supporting SENTerm-time onlyFull-time SEN Teaching Assistant role Are you a passionate and ambitious recent Psychology graduate or similar with a 2:1 or higher?Have you been seeking valuable experience that can take you into Clinical/Educational Psychology or Speech & Language Therapy?Do you have the compassion, empathy and resilience required to support learners with a variety of additional needs?A dynamic SEN school is keen to employ an additional SEN TA or Learning Support Assistant to support pupils with Special Education Needs (SEN). This role is a hands-on, school-based position offering outstanding relevant experience that will take you into a plethora of therapeutic or research-based fields.The Role: Wakefield SEN Specialist SchoolFull-time, long-term Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant RoleSociable working hours between 8:00 – 16:00, Mon/FriSupport learners with additional needsUse your degree in a meaningful wayHave a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable learnersEarn up to £560 per weekFull training and support provided If you are an empathetic and passionate recent Psychology Graduate or similar, with a keen interest in the education sector, this role is for you. Relevant experience is beneficial but not required for this position and full training will be provided to ensure your success as a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant.As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will assist classroom leaders in ensuring that all students have inclusive and equal access to education. You may work 1:1 or in small groups with SEN learners and support them in their academic, social and emotional development. Training will be provided to ensure that you are able to manage and care for a wide range of SEN needs, utilising your academic background, theoretical knowledge of SEN and any relevant experience you may bring to the table.Click 'Apply Now' to register your interest in this exciting opportunity today!INDEDU