Vacancies

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Doncaster. If successful, you will be overseeing a service that provides support to children with and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties within a residential childcare setting.

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week and on-call duties if required. This role is open to experienced Registered Managers or Deputy Managers ready to take the next step.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £45,000 - £55,000 per year.

As a Registered Manager, your main responsibilities will include:

• Ensure each child has a care plan which reflects their emotional, care, education, social, therapeutic, and cultural needs.
• Play a key role in all external audits.
• Allocate each young person a Key Worker who is responsible for the implementation of their care plan.
• Build relationships with parents, carers, and other professionals in relation to the support provided to each child.
• Manage budgets effectively and in line with company policy.
• Ensure staffing levels and competencies meet the requirements of the home and its residents.
• Ensure new staff receive an induction and that each member of staff has a personal development plan.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the statutory and procedural framework for residential care and communicate this to the wider team.
• Overall responsibility for the service and the main point of contact for third-party organisations and governing bodies.

Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Excellent health and wellbeing benefits.
• Company pension scheme.
• Progression Opportunities.

To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Tom Lane.

Not for you? Refer your friends and family and as our way of saying thank you, we will give you a referral bonus.

REF: 3708358

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Portsmouth with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Registered Manager to work within a domiciliary setting to provide support to adults with a variety of complex needs. The successful applicant will have overall responsibility for the service.

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week. Previous experience as a Registered Manager is essential and you must have or be working towards your level 5.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £40,000 - £42,000 per year.

As a Registered Manager your responsibilities will include:

• Ensure each adult has a care plan which reflects their emotional, care, social, and cultural needs.
• Play a key role in all external audits.
• Build relationships with parents, carers and other professionals to strengthen the support available for each service user.
• Mange budgets effectively and in line with company policy.
• Ensure staffing levels and competencies meet the requirements of the home and its residents.
• Ensure new staff receive an induction and that each member of staff has a personal development plan.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the statutory and procedural framework for residential care and communicate this to the wider team.
• Overall responsibility for the service and the main point of contact for third-party organisations and governing bodies.

Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:

• Company pension.
• Market leading training.
• Progression opportunities.

To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Scott.

Not for you? Refer your friends and family and as our way of saying thank you, we will give you a referral bonus.

REF: 3707560

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a HCPC reg. Psychologist or UKCP/BACP accredited Psychotherapist to join an established children's residential care provider in Leicestershire as the Therapeutic Lead.

Role snapshot:

As the Therapeutic Lead, the candidate appointed will oversee and develop therapeutic services across a group of children's residential and family assessment homes.

This is a senior leadership role, helping shape and embed a therapeutic model of care for children and young people who have experienced trauma, abuse, neglect and disrupted attachments.

The candidate appointed will be providing clinical leadership, supervision, direct therapeutic interventions, professional consultancy and specialist training to residential care teams.

Contract type – permanent

Hours – Full time.

Salary - £60,000 - £70,000

Experience required:

• Qualified Psychologist or Psychotherapist, registered or accredited with an appropriate professional body (HCPC, BACP or UKCP).
• Substantial experience working therapeutically with children and young people who have experienced trauma, abuse, neglect and maltreatment.
• Experience working with families and multi-agency professional networks supporting looked-after children.
• Strong knowledge of developmental trauma, attachment theory and therapeutic interventions.
• Excellent communication, clinical leadership and professional consultation skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across residential homes in Leicestershire and Northamptonshire.

Why Shire Healthcare?

As an experienced permanent recruiter to services across the nation, we understand the complex nature of Psychological Therapies and can draw on years of experience to ensure you are offered a bespoke service and any offer of employment is representative of your skills and experience.

In addition, you will be working with Vicky Stark, a healthcare recruitment consultant with 11 years of experience, recruiting solely within Psychological Therapies and therefore offering specialist knowledge and a passion for this industry.

If you are interested in this role and wish to find out more then please apply today.

Not for you? Refer those that meet the criteria, and you will receive a referral bonus, as our way of saying thank you.

Reference ID:3705864

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for 3 Children's Clinical Practitioners to work within specialist therapeutic children's residential homes in Wakefield.

Role snapshot:

The successful candidates will provide dedicated, relationship-based therapeutic support to an allocated child within a specialist children's residential home, supporting their emotional wellbeing, development and recovery from trauma.

You will work alongside the residential care team, embedding therapeutic approaches into the child's everyday routines, building positive relationships and providing consistent, individualised support.

The role will involve coordinating the clinical input for an allocated child or children, contributing to psychological assessments and formulations, monitoring individual progress and supporting residential staff in delivering trauma-informed care.

Unlike traditional clinical positions, this is a hands-on role where you will be actively involved in everyday residential routines, allowing you to build meaningful therapeutic relationships and see the impact of your work firsthand.

Contract type – Permanent

Hours – 14.5-hour shifts, 2 days on / 4 days off, plus 3–4 office days per month (9am–5pm). Includes rostered weekends and bank holidays.

Salary – £34,125–£48,750 per annum

Location – Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Vacancies – 3 positions available

Experience required:

• Relevant qualification in counselling, psychological therapies, psychology or mental health nursing.
• Appropriate professional registration or membership, such as BACP or NMC, where applicable.
• Experience supporting children and young people with complex emotional, behavioural or mental health needs.
• Strong understanding of trauma, attachment difficulties, emotional regulation and safeguarding.
• Ability to work therapeutically with children and collaboratively within a residential care team.

Previous children's residential experience is desirable but not essential.

What the role offers:

• The opportunity to provide consistent, individualised therapeutic support to an allocated child or children.
• Structured clinical supervision and ongoing professional development.
• The opportunity to work closely with a Clinical Director and multidisciplinary team.
• A rewarding role supporting children with complex needs to make meaningful and lasting progress.
• A 2 days on / 4 days off working pattern.

Why Shire Healthcare?

As an experienced permanent recruiter to services across the nation, we understand the complex nature of Psychological Therapies and can draw on years of experience to ensure you are offered a bespoke service and any offer of employment is representative of your skills and experience.

In addition, you will be working with Teddy Carter-Leay, an experienced consultant who specialises solely within Psychological Therapies, providing dedicated sector expertise and a strong passion for the field.

If you are interested in this role and wish to find out more, then please apply today.

Not for you? Refer someone who meets the criteria and you will receive a referral bonus, as our way of saying thank you.

REF: 3706746

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for 3 Children's Clinical Practitioners to work within specialist therapeutic children's residential homes in Clayton-le-Woods, Lancashire.

Role snapshot:

The successful candidates will provide dedicated, relationship-based therapeutic support to an allocated child within a specialist children's residential home, supporting their emotional wellbeing, development and recovery from trauma.

You will work alongside the residential care team, embedding therapeutic approaches into the child's everyday routines, building positive relationships and providing consistent, individualised support.

The role will involve coordinating the clinical input for an allocated child or children, contributing to psychological assessments and formulations, monitoring individual progress and supporting residential staff in delivering trauma-informed care.

Unlike traditional clinical positions, this is a hands-on role where you will be actively involved in everyday residential routines, allowing you to build meaningful therapeutic relationships and see the impact of your work firsthand.

Contract type – Permanent

Hours – 14.5-hour shifts, 2 days on / 4 days off, plus 3–4 office days per month (9am–5pm). Includes rostered weekends and bank holidays.

Salary – £34,125–£48,750 per annum

Location – Clayton-le-Woods, Lancashire

Vacancies – 3 positions available

Experience required:

• Relevant qualification in counselling, psychological therapies, psychology or mental health nursing.
• Appropriate professional registration or membership, such as BACP or NMC, where applicable.
• Experience supporting children and young people with complex emotional, behavioural or mental health needs.
• Strong understanding of trauma, attachment difficulties, emotional regulation and safeguarding.
• Ability to work therapeutically with children and collaboratively within a residential care team.

Previous children's residential experience is desirable but not essential.

What the role offers:

• The opportunity to provide consistent, individualised therapeutic support to an allocated child or children.
• Structured clinical supervision and ongoing professional development.
• The opportunity to work closely with a Clinical Director and multidisciplinary team.
• A rewarding role supporting children with complex needs to make meaningful and lasting progress.
• A 2 days on / 4 days off working pattern.

Why Shire Healthcare?

As an experienced permanent recruiter to services across the nation, we understand the complex nature of Psychological Therapies and can draw on years of experience to ensure you are offered a bespoke service and any offer of employment is representative of your skills and experience.

In addition, you will be working with Teddy Carter-Leay, an experienced consultant who specialises solely within Psychological Therapies, providing dedicated sector expertise and a strong passion for the field.

If you are interested in this role and wish to find out more, then please apply today.

Not for you? Refer someone who meets the criteria and you will receive a referral bonus, as our way of saying thank you.

REF: 3706754

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Stoke On Trent. If successful, you will be overseeing a 3 bed service that provides support to children with emotional, and behavioural difficulties within a children's home.

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week. This role is open to experienced Registered Managers or Deputy Managers ready to take the next step.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to 55k (including bonuses)

As a Registered Manager your main responsibilities will include:

• Ensure each child has a care plan which reflects their emotional, care, education, social, therapeutic, and cultural needs.
• Play a key role in all external audits.
• Allocate each young person a Key Worker who is responsible for the implementation of their care plan.
• Build relationships with parents, carers, and other professionals in relation to the support provided to each child.
• Manage budgets effectively and in line with company policy.
• Ensure staffing levels and competencies meet the requirements of the home and its residents.
• Ensure new staff receive an induction and that each member of staff has a personal development plan.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the statutory and procedural framework for residential care and communicate this to the wider team.
• Overall responsibility for the service and the main point of contact for third-party organisations and governing bodies.

Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:

• Great opportunity for Deputy Manager looking to take a step up
• Causal dress
• Free parking
• Chance to join a growing company

To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Bradley.

Not for you? Refer your friends and family and as our way of saying thank you, we will give you a referral bonus.

Ref: 3705686

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Trainee Registered Manager based in Stoke on Trent. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children who have experienced previous trauma, within a children's home. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress into a Registered Manager within six months of starting the role.

This is a permanent position working 39 hours per week. Previous experience as Senior or a Deputy Manager within a children's home is essential and candidates must have their level 3 or 4 in residential childcare.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to 40k per year (inclusive of sleep ins)

As a Trainee Registered Manager your main responsibilities will include:

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of statutory and procedural frameworks for residential care and communicate this to members of the team.
• Support the Registered Manager with external audits.
• Ensure that staffing levels and competencies meet the requirements of the home and its children.
• Ensure each child has a care plan which reflects their emotional, care, social, and cultural needs.
• Ensure all new staff receive a thorough induction.
• Report and assist the manager in resolving issues relating to staff motivation, conduct and competencies of staff members.
• Monitor finances and ensure budgets are managed effectively.

Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:

• Progression opportunities.
• Paid enrolment onto Level 5 in Leadership and Management.
• Market leading training.
• Company pension.

To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Bradley.

Not for you? Refer your friends and family and as our way of saying thank you, we will give you a referral bonus.

REF: 3705615

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Senior Residential Children's Worker based in Walsall West Midlands. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with Emotional and Behavioural difficulties within a children's home. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.

This is a permanent position working working 40 hours per week with additional sleep ins. Previous experience as a senior is not essential, although you will need previous experience supporting children in a residential setting. If you are looking to start your progress in your career, our client can promise a nurturing, supportive and fun working environment.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to £37,000 (Inclusive of sleeps)

As a Senior Residential Children’s Worker your responsibilities will include:

• Attend staff meetings and supervisions.
• Be accountable for any decision made regarding the welfare of the children and staff members during the shifts that you lead.
• Discuss with the Manager any concerns with staffing matters.
• Ensure that all staff members are kept up to date with changes to procedures.
• Provide support using a person centred approach.
• Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicion or evidence of harm.
• Continuous commitment to professional development.
• To be willing to cover other homes when required.
• Liaise with parents and/or carers and other professionals.

Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:

• Progression Opportunities
• Enrolment onto level 3 or 5
• Additional annual leave
• Paid Birthday off
• Free Parking
• Health and Wellbeing Scheme

To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Bradley

Not for you? Refer your friends and family and as our way of saying thank you, we will give you a referral bonus.

REF: 3705609

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Senior Residential Children's Worker based in Birmingham, West Midlands. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with Emotional and Behavioural difficulties within a children's home. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.

This is a permanent position working working 40 hours per week with additional sleep ins. Previous experience as a senior is not essential, although you will need previous experience supporting children in a residential setting. If you are looking to start your progress in your career, our client can promise a nurturing, supportive and fun working environment.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to £37,000 (Inclusive of sleeps)

As a Senior Residential Children’s Worker your responsibilities will include:

• Attend staff meetings and supervisions.
• Be accountable for any decision made regarding the welfare of the children and staff members during the shifts that you lead.
• Discuss with the Manager any concerns with staffing matters.
• Ensure that all staff members are kept up to date with changes to procedures.
• Provide support using a person centred approach.
• Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicion or evidence of harm.
• Continuous commitment to professional development.
• To be willing to cover other homes when required.
• Liaise with parents and/or carers and other professionals.

Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:

• Progression Opportunities
• Enrolment onto level 3 or 5
• Additional annual leave
• Paid Birthday off
• Free Parking
• Health and Wellbeing Scheme

To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Bradley

Not for you? Refer your friends and family and as our way of saying thank you, we will give you a referral bonus.

REF: 3705609

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in Swindon, Wiltshire. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with emotional and behavioural difficulties within a children's home. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.

This is a permanent position working 42 hours per week. Previous experience in a managerial role is not essential although all applicants must have an NVQ level 3 in residential childcare.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £34,000 - £38,000.

As a Deputy Manager your main responsibilities will include:

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of statutory and procedural frameworks for residential care and communicate this to members of the team.
• Support the Registered Manager with external audits.
• Ensure that staffing levels and competencies meet the requirements of the home and its children.
• Ensure each child has a care plan which reflects their emotional, care, social, and cultural needs.
• Ensure all new staff receive a thorough induction.
• Report and assist the manager in resolving issues relating to staff motivation, conduct and competencies of staff members.
• Monitor finances and ensure budgets are managed effectively.

Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:

• Real career progression with funded training
• Competitive bonus scheme
• Free parking

To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Scott Austin.

Not for you? Refer your friends and family and as our way of saying thank you, we will give you a referral bonus.

Ref: 3705620

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Kilburn, Derbyshire.

If successful, you will be managing a 3 bed home that provides support to children with EBD.

This is a permanent position working Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm. This role is open to experienced Registered Managers or Deputy Managers ready to take the next step.

Our client is paying up to £61,000 per annum dependent on experience.

As a Registered Manager your main responsibilities will include:

• Ensure each child has a care plan which reflects their emotional, care, education, social, therapeutic, and cultural needs.
• Play a key role in all external audits.
• Allocate each young person a Key Worker who is responsible for the implementation of their care plan.
• Build relationships with parents, carers, and other professionals in relation to the support provided to each child.
• Manage budgets effectively and in line with company policy.
• Ensure staffing levels and competencies meet the requirements of the home and its residents.
• Ensure new staff receive an induction and that each member of staff has a personal development plan.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the statutory and procedural framework for residential care and communicate this to the wider team.
• Overall responsibility for the service and the main point of contact for third-party organisations and governing bodies.

Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:

• Performance related bonuses
• Company pension scheme
• Enrolment and funding to required qualifications.

To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Jack.

Not for you? Refer your friends and family and as our way of saying thank you, we will give you a referral bonus.

Ref: 3704769

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Luton, Bedfordshire with their permanent recruitment.

We are currently looking for a Support Worker to work within a 6-bed residential home supporting adults.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying from £12.71 per hour.

This is a permanent position working 36 hours per week. Shift patterns include working both days and nights.

If you are already an established Support Worker, our client may be able to offer progression into a Senior Role as and when the time is right.

As a Support Worker your main responsibilities will include:

• Support service users in accordance with their needs and wishes as detailed in their person-centred support plans.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the Safeguarding of Adults and to recognise and report any disclosure, suspicion or evidence of harm, risk of harm, abuse, or neglect.
• Accurately complete documentation that forms part of their support plans and notes.
• Support the service users in staying active, healthy, and as independent as possible.
• Attend training, including induction training, team meetings and individual supervisions.
• Support people in all aspects of their daily living, such as shopping, cooking and domestic.

In return, our client is offering a whole host of benefits, including:

• Good clear progression pathway.
• Committed to the continuous development of all staff
• Enrollment on to Level 3 Health & Social Care.

To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Jack.

Not for you? Refer your friends and family and as our way of saying thank you, we will give you a referral bonus.

Ref: 3704701

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Senior Residential Children's Worker based in Coventry, West Midlands If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with Emotional and Behavioural difficulties within a children's home. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.

This is a permanent position working working 40 hours per week with additional sleep ins. Previous experience as a senior is not essential, although you will need previous experience supporting children in a residential setting. If you are looking to start your progress in your career, our client can promise a nurturing, supportive and fun working environment.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to £37,000 (Inclusive of sleeps)

As a Senior Residential Children’s Worker your responsibilities will include:

• Attend staff meetings and supervisions.
• Be accountable for any decision made regarding the welfare of the children and staff members during the shifts that you lead.
• Discuss with the Manager any concerns with staffing matters.
• Ensure that all staff members are kept up to date with changes to procedures.
• Provide support using a person centred approach.
• Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicion or evidence of harm.
• Continuous commitment to professional development.
• To be willing to cover other homes when required.
• Liaise with parents and/or carers and other professionals.

Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:

• Progression Opportunities
• Enrolment onto level 3 or 5
• Additional annual leave
• Paid Birthday off
• Free Parking
• Health and Wellbeing Scheme

To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Bradley

Not for you? Refer your friends and family and as our way of saying thank you, we will give you a referral bonus.

REF: 3704708

Shire is recruiting an experienced Registered Manager to join an established specialist care provider supporting young people and young adults with complex mental health needs.

The successful candidate will manage a small, CQC regulated residential service in Greater Manchester, supporting individuals who are often transitioning into a more independent and therapeutic environment.

The services benefit from extensive clinical support, including psychiatrists, psychologists, occupational therapists and specialist mental health nurses.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established Registered Manager looking to join a supportive organisation with a strong clinical focus, excellent resources and genuine long term career progression.

What we're looking for:

• Previous experience working as a Registered Manager within a CQC or Ofsted regulated service.
• Experience supporting children, young people or adults with complex mental health needs.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage and develop a residential care team.
• A sound understanding of safeguarding, regulatory compliance and delivering high quality, person centred care.
• Confidence working alongside multidisciplinary clinical teams to achieve positive outcomes.
• A full UK driving licence would be advantageous.

Key responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day management of a specialist residential mental health service.
• Ensure the service operates in line with CQC regulations and maintains high standards of care.
• Lead, support and develop a team of residential care professionals.
• Work closely with the wider clinical team to deliver individualised care and support plans.
• Promote positive outcomes, independence and emotional wellbeing for the individuals supported.
• Manage staffing, safeguarding, quality assurance and operational performance.
• Build positive relationships with families, healthcare professionals and external agencies.

What's on offer:

• Yearly bonus
• Healthcare plans
• Company pension scheme
• Employee support and wellbeing initiatives
• Excellent bespoke training and professional development
• Long service awards
• Refer a friend scheme

If you're an experienced Registered Manager with a background in mental health and would like to learn more about this opportunity, we'd be happy to hear from you.

Ref: 3704647

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Gateshead with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Registered Manager to work within a domiciliary setting to provide support to adults with a variety of complex needs. The successful applicant will have overall responsibility for the service.

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week. Previous experience as a Registered Manager is essential and you must have or be working towards your level 5.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £40,000 - £42,000 per year.

As a Registered Manager your responsibilities will include:

• Ensure each adult has a care plan which reflects their emotional, care, social, and cultural needs.
• Play a key role in all external audits.
• Build relationships with parents, carers and other professionals to strengthen the support available for each service user.
• Mange budgets effectively and in line with company policy.
• Ensure staffing levels and competencies meet the requirements of the home and its residents.
• Ensure new staff receive an induction and that each member of staff has a personal development plan.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the statutory and procedural framework for residential care and communicate this to the wider team.
• Overall responsibility for the service and the main point of contact for third-party organisations and governing bodies.

Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:

• Company pension.
• Market leading training.
• Progression opportunities.

To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Tom Lane.

Not for you? Refer your friends and family and as our way of saying thank you, we will give you a referral bonus.

REF: 3703056