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Complex Needs Support Worker

LS9

Full-Time Monday-Friday Long-Term Temp-to-Perm Opportunity

Immediate Start Available

We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist school in Leeds (LS9) that provides outstanding education and support for children and young people aged 2-19 with complex Autism and Communication & Interaction needs. This exceptional setting is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Support Worker who can combine resilience, patience, and adaptability to help pupils thrive.

About the School

This well-established specialist provision supports pupils with a wide range of complex needs. Students may present with sensory-based behaviours, communication difficulties, and varying levels of independence. The school prides itself on creating a safe, nurturing, and highly supportive environment where every learner is encouraged to reach their full potential.

The staff team is experienced, welcoming, and committed to delivering personalised support that enables pupils to succeed both academically and socially.

The Role

As a Complex Needs Support Worker, you will work closely with teachers, therapists, and other support staff to provide tailored support to pupils across different phases of the school. You will play a vital role in helping students access learning, develop independence, and regulate their emotions and behaviours in a positive and supportive environment.

This role requires a flexible and responsive approach, as you may support pupils with a range of communication, sensory, and behavioural needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with Autism and complex communication needs
• Managing behaviours that may be challenging, unpredictable, or sensory-driven
• Creating a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment
• Assisting with personal care where required
• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff
• Adapting support strategies to meet individual needs
• Encouraging engagement, confidence, and independence
• Promoting positive relationships and emotional wellbeing

What We're Looking For

• Lived experience supporting individuals with Autism or complex learning needs
• Previous experience in support work, care, SEN, youth work, or related fields (working with children or adults)
• Confidence in managing challenging behaviour using a calm, consistent, and positive approach
• A patient, nurturing, and empathetic manner
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliability, emotional resilience, and a genuine passion for supporting young people
• Willingness to work with pupils across the 2-19 age range

What We Offer

• Full-time, Monday-Friday working pattern
• Long-term opportunity with potential for a permanent contract
• Supportive and experienced school leadership team
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

Start Date

Immediate start available.

If you are passionate about championing every learner, adapting your approach to meet individual needs, and making a lasting impact within a specialist educational setting, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to discuss this exciting long-term opportunity further.

Complex Needs Support Worker

Wakefield (WF7)

Full-Time Monday-Friday Long-Term Temp-to-Perm Opportunity

Immediate Start Available

We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist school in Wakefield (WF7) that provides outstanding education and support for children and young people with complex Autism and Communication & Interaction needs. This exceptional setting is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Support Worker who can combine resilience, patience, and adaptability to help pupils thrive.

About the School

This well-established specialist provision supports pupils with a wide range of complex needs. Students may present with sensory-based behaviours, communication difficulties, and varying levels of independence. The school prides itself on creating a safe, nurturing, and highly supportive environment where every learner is encouraged to reach their full potential.

The staff team is experienced, welcoming, and committed to delivering personalised support that enables pupils to succeed both academically and socially.

The Role

As a Complex Needs Support Worker, you will work closely with teachers, therapists, and other support staff to provide tailored support to pupils across different phases of the school. You will play a vital role in helping students access learning, develop independence, and regulate their emotions and behaviours in a positive and supportive environment.

This role requires a flexible and responsive approach, as you may support pupils with a range of communication, sensory, and behavioural needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with Autism and complex communication needs
• Managing behaviours that may be challenging, unpredictable, or sensory-driven
• Creating a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment
• Assisting with personal care where required
• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff
• Adapting support strategies to meet individual needs
• Encouraging engagement, confidence, and independence
• Promoting positive relationships and emotional wellbeing

What We're Looking For

• Lived experience supporting individuals with Autism or complex learning needs
• Previous experience in support work, care, SEN, youth work, or related fields (working with children or adults)
• Confidence in managing challenging behaviour using a calm, consistent, and positive approach
• A patient, nurturing, and empathetic manner
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliability, emotional resilience, and a genuine passion for supporting young people
• Willingness to work with pupils across the 2-19 age range

What We Offer

• Full-time, Monday-Friday working pattern
• Long-term opportunity with potential for a permanent contract
• Supportive and experienced school leadership team
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

If you are passionate about championing every learner, adapting your approach to meet individual needs, and making a lasting impact within a specialist educational setting, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to discuss this exciting long-term opportunity further.

Support Worker / Project Worker

Location: LondonPay:£18.47 per hour (Equivalent to approximately £36,016 per annum, based on a 37.5-hour week)Contract: Temporary/OngoingHours: 37.5 hours per week Rota Basis (Monday-Sunday)

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Support Worker / Project Worker to join a supported accommodation service supporting individuals with complex needs. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in homelessness, supported housing, mental health, or complex needs services who is passionate about helping people achieve independent living.Working as part of a dedicated team, you will manage a small caseload, deliver person-centred support, complete assessments, and work collaboratively with partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes for residents.

The role operates on a rota basis across Monday to Sunday, including:

• Manage a caseload of approximately 7 residents, delivering regular one-to-one key work sessions.
• Develop and review person-centred support plans and safety plans with residents.
• Complete comprehensive needs and risk assessments using appropriate assessment tools.
• Deliver trauma-informed and psychologically informed support that promotes dignity, safety and independence.
• Support residents with budgeting, tenancy sustainment, daily living skills and establishing positive routines.
• Encourage engagement with education, employment, training, volunteering and community activities.
• Build effective relationships with external agencies including health services, mental health teams, social care and community organisations.
• Support residents to attend appointments and access specialist services.
• Maintain accurate case records, support plans and reports in line with organisational policies.
• Contribute to the safe and effective day-to-day operation of the service while following safeguarding and health & safety procedures.

• Experience managing caseloads within supported housing, homelessness, mental health or complex needs services.
• Experience completing needs, support and risk assessments.
• Good understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, health & safety and supported housing procedures.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed and person-centred approaches.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external professionals.
• Excellent record-keeping, IT and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work flexibly across a rota, including evenings and weekends.

• Experience supporting people experiencing homelessness or multiple disadvantage.
• Knowledge of housing support, tenancy sustainment or supported accommodation services.
• Understanding of mental health, substance misuse and safeguarding practices.

If you have experience supporting vulnerable adults and are looking for your next opportunity within a rewarding frontline service, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today with your up-to-date CV.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Complex Needs Assistant

Location: Greenwich Start Date: September 2026 Pay: £100 - £117 per day

Are you passionate about supporting children with complex needs and helping them achieve success in a nurturing environment?

A specialist school in Greenwich is seeking a Complex Needs Assistant to join their team as soon as possible. This rewarding opportunity is perfect for someone who wants to make a genuine impact by supporting pupils with a range of additional and complex learning needs.

The Complex Needs Assistant will work closely with pupils who may have autism, physical disabilities, communication difficulties, or profound and multiple learning difficulties. The successful Complex Needs Assistant will provide tailored support to help pupils access learning, develop independence, and build confidence.

As a Complex Needs Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils with a range of complex and additional needs Assist students with learning, communication, and social development Help implement personalised learning and support plans Promote independence and confidence wherever possible Build positive and consistent relationships with pupils Work closely with teachers, therapists, and SEN professionals

The school is looking for a patient, caring, and dedicated Complex Needs Assistant who is committed to supporting children with additional needs. Previous experience within SEN, care, support work, healthcare, or education would be beneficial but is not essential.

You will be joining a highly supportive team where the Complex Needs Assistant will receive ongoing training, guidance, and opportunities to develop specialist SEN skills.

This role is ideal for graduates or individuals interested in careers in education, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, psychology, nursing, or social care.

If you are interested in this Complex Needs Assistant role, please submit your updated CV via this advert.

Academics is a leading education recruitment agency, delivering continuity in the classroom.

Complex Needs Assistant - Greenwich - SEN Support - Additional Needs - ASAP Start

Our client Wakefield Hiring is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Complex care needs team.

The team is a specialist service supporting children with disabilities aged 0-18, responsible for delivering assessments, safeguarding, support packages, and child protection plans. The service is currently undergoing a restructure as part of wider social care reforms, and the successful candidate will join during this period of transition.

Recent staffing changes and absences have resulted in increased caseloads across the team. There are currently six practitioners, with a proportion working part-time. Caseloads typically range between approximately 20-25 cases per worker.

Although caseload numbers may appear high, many cases require lower-frequency visits (e.g. every 12 weeks or 6 months), allowing workloads to be balanced effectively. All cases are currently allocated, and there is no significant backlog.

Skills and Experience

While experience working with children with disabilities is advantageous, it is not essential. The key requirements are:

• Understanding of additional needs
• Ability to communicate effectively with children and young people
• Strong statutory social work skills
• Passion for working with children and families

Training and support will be provided in relation to disability-specific practice.

Benefits of working with Remedy

• A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant.
• Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs
• Referral bonus - up to 250 per person placed.
• Double payrolls each week.

Terms & Conditions apply

You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions.

Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.

Our client Wirral MBC is looking for an Experienced Social worker to join their Adults complex needs team.

Responsible for supporting the delivery of health and social care functions for adults/carers for the people of Wirral. A key role in supporting delivery of the Personalisation and Inclusion Pathways for adults and carers ensuring the legal framework of the Care Act 2014, strength and asset-based practice, personalisation and social inclusion is embedded and applied effectively. Assessing, accessing and implementing a range of social care services and providing guidance/advice and information for adults with acute or increasingly complex long-term physical health, mental health needs and for older people and carers. Providing supervision and practice support to AYSE (Assessed & Supported Year in Employment) /newly qualified social workers and Care Navigators within the service.

Behavioural:

• Enjoy, achieve, create impact, and thrive in the role and organisation.
• Live our values in the role and organisation.

Experienced Social Worker - Adult Social Care duties & responsibilities:

• Work as part of an integrated and supportive team, planning, monitoring and evaluating work with the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT). Co-ordinating the signposting and/or referring on of individuals in collaboration with multi-disciplinary colleagues and external services.
• Support the duty function within the Review Team, to partake in daily Case triage, attend daily and weekly huddles with colleagues.
• Work within Social Work England Standards of registration, professional values and code of conduct, to provide social work input and support to adults/carers/families, helping to promote self-determination, choice and autonomy.
• Support the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH), Multi Agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC) and Multi Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA) and safeguarding processes.
• Undertake Best Interest assessments in relation to Deprivation of Liberties.
• Carry out needs led assessments, work of a complex nature, care and support planning and reviews, and, where appropriate, initiate a multi-disciplinary assessment.
• Provide social work support to individual adults and their carers and families, and involve them in all planning and actions taken, helping to signpost/refer on (where appropriate) and/or develop social resilience, the role also focuses on prevention of admission to acute hospitals.
• Operate and practice in line with the Professional Capabilities Framework (PCF) and in line with the social work professional regulatory body Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics, and to model these professional behaviours to others. Committed to professional development.
• Communicate complex assessment information including care and support planning and risk factors, to individual stakeholders, using a variety of methods, including Information and Computer Technology as appropriate and in line with Information Governance.

Benefits of working with Remedy

• A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant.
• Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs
• Referral bonus - up to 250 per person placed.
• Double payrolls each week.

Terms & Conditions apply

You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions.

Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.

Our client Wirral MBC is looking for an Experienced Social worker to join their Adults complex needs team.

Responsible for supporting the delivery of health and social care functions for adults/carers for the people of Wirral. A key role in supporting delivery of the Personalisation and Inclusion Pathways for adults and carers ensuring the legal framework of the Care Act 2014, strength and asset-based practice, personalisation and social inclusion is embedded and applied effectively. Assessing, accessing and implementing a range of social care services and providing guidance/advice and information for adults with acute or increasingly complex long-term physical health, mental health needs and for older people and carers. Providing supervision and practice support to AYSE (Assessed & Supported Year in Employment) /newly qualified social workers and Care Navigators within the service.

Behavioural:

• Enjoy, achieve, create impact, and thrive in the role and organisation.
• Live our values in the role and organisation.

Experienced Social Worker - Adult Social Care duties & responsibilities:

• Work as part of an integrated and supportive team, planning, monitoring and evaluating work with the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT). Co-ordinating the signposting and/or referring on of individuals in collaboration with multi-disciplinary colleagues and external services.
• Support the duty function within the Review Team, to partake in daily Case triage, attend daily and weekly huddles with colleagues.
• Work within Social Work England Standards of registration, professional values and code of conduct, to provide social work input and support to adults/carers/families, helping to promote self-determination, choice and autonomy.
• Support the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH), Multi Agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC) and Multi Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA) and safeguarding processes.
• Undertake Best Interest assessments in relation to Deprivation of Liberties.
• Carry out needs led assessments, work of a complex nature, care and support planning and reviews, and, where appropriate, initiate a multi-disciplinary assessment.
• Provide social work support to individual adults and their carers and families, and involve them in all planning and actions taken, helping to signpost/refer on (where appropriate) and/or develop social resilience, the role also focuses on prevention of admission to acute hospitals.
• Operate and practice in line with the Professional Capabilities Framework (PCF) and in line with the social work professional regulatory body Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics, and to model these professional behaviours to others. Committed to professional development.
• Communicate complex assessment information including care and support planning and risk factors, to individual stakeholders, using a variety of methods, including Information and Computer Technology as appropriate and in line with Information Governance.

Benefits of working with Remedy

• A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant.
• Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs
• Referral bonus - up to £250 per person placed.
• Double payrolls each week.

Terms & Conditions apply

You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions.

Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.

Our client Wakefield Hiring is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Complex care needs team.

The team is a specialist service supporting children with disabilities aged 0-18, responsible for delivering assessments, safeguarding, support packages, and child protection plans. The service is currently undergoing a restructure as part of wider social care reforms, and the successful candidate will join during this period of transition.

Recent staffing changes and absences have resulted in increased caseloads across the team. There are currently six practitioners, with a proportion working part-time. Caseloads typically range between approximately 20-25 cases per worker.

Although caseload numbers may appear high, many cases require lower-frequency visits (e.g. every 12 weeks or 6 months), allowing workloads to be balanced effectively. All cases are currently allocated, and there is no significant backlog.

Skills and Experience

While experience working with children with disabilities is advantageous, it is not essential. The key requirements are:

• Understanding of additional needs
• Ability to communicate effectively with children and young people
• Strong statutory social work skills
• Passion for working with children and families

Training and support will be provided in relation to disability-specific practice.

Benefits of working with Remedy

• A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant.
• Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs
• Referral bonus - up to £250 per person placed.
• Double payrolls each week.

Terms & Conditions apply

You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions.

Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.

SIS is looking for dedicated Support Workers to join a brand-new complex service in Macclesfield. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a multi-disciplinary team supporting individuals with complex mental health needs in a bespoke, high-quality care environment.

• £300 joining bonus
• Competitive pay: £14.50 £15.00 per hour
• Ongoing career development and training opportunities
• Skill enhancement within a specialist setting
• Excellent pension scheme and healthcare benefits
• Enhanced DBS paid for by SIS (T&Cs apply)
• £350 refer-a-friend bonus (T&Cs apply)

As a leading provider of complex mental health and social care services, SIS is committed to delivering outstanding support. We strive for excellence in everything we do, ensuring the people we support receive the highest standards of care.

As a Support Worker, you will:

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Support individuals with complex and enhanced mental health needs
• Proactively manage challenging behaviours, including those linked to forensic backgrounds
• Promote independence using a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) approach
• Help individuals develop essential life skills in a safe, supportive environment

Flexible working options are available, including day shifts, night shifts, part-time, and bank hours.

This service supports individuals transitioning from long-term placements in secure settings, rehabilitation units, and forensic environments. For many, this will be their first step towards semi-independent living.

While the role can be challenging, it offers a unique opportunity to make a genuine difference helping people rebuild their independence and quality of life within a supportive team setting.

• Level 2 Health & Social Care qualification (or willingness to work towards it)
• Experience supporting individuals with complex mental health needs and challenging behaviours
• A genuine passion for making a difference
• Self-motivated, empathetic, and adaptable individuals
• Creativity and initiative within a care setting

This role is subject to safer recruitment processes, including an enhanced DBS check.

Services Manager - Edinburgh & West Lothian

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Services Manager to lead and develop our social care services within the Edinburgh and West Lothian regions. This is a permanent, full-time position offering a competitive salary and the opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic sector.

• Lead the planning, design, and development of new and existing services.
• Line manage Team Facilitators, providing formal supervision and guidance to build autonomous support teams.
• Oversee the management of Individual Service Funds (ISF) and ensure efficient financial administration.
• Monitor service quality through audits and Quality Assurance systems to meet regulatory requirements.
• Act as a key contact for local authorities, health services, and families, representing the organisation at external forums.
• Ensure safe working practices and effectively manage staff sickness and absence.
• Coordinate and participate in local on-call responsibilities.

• A relevant management or other qualification for SSSC and Care Inspectorate registration.
• Proven success in managing social care services and supervisory line management of teams.
• A record of developing and implementing strategy or operational plans.
• In-depth understanding of the Personalisation agenda and Self-Directed Support (SDS) legislation.
• Working knowledge of the Scottish Social Services care regulatory framework.
• Ability to manage complex workloads and tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in Office 365 and databases.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Desirable: Experience in the voluntary sector, management training in the learning disability field, and experience with quality assurance systems.

• Annual Salary: 36,050
• Permanent contract
• Support for self-development and required registrations (SSSC/Care Inspectorate)

This is an urgent requirement, and we encourage qualified candidates to apply immediately. Please submit your application without delay. We look forward to hearing from you.

If you are a driver based in Edinburgh and want to work into a stable and rewarding role, we want to hear from you.For more information you can contact Mohammed Faizan on (phone number removed) or via email at .

Apply today with your updated CV.

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.