Vacancies

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Residential Children's Worker based in Darlington. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with emotional and behavioural difficulties and learning disabilities 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 40 hours per week plus sleep-ins. Previous experience is not essential, so if you are looking to start your career as a Residential Children’s Worker, our client can promise a nurturing, supportive and fun working environment. If you are already an established Residential Children’s Worker, our client may be able to offer progression into a Senior Role as and when the time is right.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £30,000 - £40,000 per year inclusive of sleep-ins.

As a Residential Children's Worker your responsibilities will include:

• Provide support using a person centred approach.
• Support the children to maintain and develop relationships with friends and family.
• Encourage the children to integrate with the local community by attending clubs or day centres.
• Support the children in all aspects of their daily living.
• 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.
• Meals on shift.
• Market leading training.
• Paid enrolment onto Level 3 qualifications.

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: 3401628

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Residential Children's Worker based in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire.

If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children presenting with EBD within a children's home.

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week.

Starting salary from £26,500. Sleep-ins are not required.

As a Residential Children's Worker your responsibilities will include:

• Provide support using a person centred approach.
• Support the children to maintain and develop relationships with friends and family.
• Encourage the children to integrate with the local community by attending clubs or day centres.
• Support the children in all aspects of their daily living.
• 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:

• Opportunity to progress
• Free meals on shift
• Committed to the continuous development of all staff

Requirements:

• Full UK driving license.
• Level 3 Residential Childcare (preferred)
• Previous experience of working with young people

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: 3624095

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 Ilkeston, Derbyshire.

If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children presenting with LD within a children's home.

This is a permanent position working 39 hours per week plus sleep-ins.

Rate of pay: £29,600 - £31,900 per year including £50 per sleep-in.

Shifts: 7:30am - 10pm plus sleeps.

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

• To attend staff meetings and supervisions.
• To be accountable for any decision made in regard to the welfare of the young people and staff members during the shifts that you lead.
• To discuss with the Manager any concerns with staffing matters.
• To ensure that all staff members are kept up to date with changes to procedures.
• Providing support with reference to person centred support plans.
• Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicion or evidence of harm
• Respect the confidentiality of information received at all times.
• Continuous commit 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:

• Opportunity to progress
• Comfortable sleeping-in facilities
• Committed to the continuous development of all staff

Applicants should have the following:

• Full UK driving license.
• Level 3 Residential Childcare (preferred)
• Previous experience of working with young people with LD

Not for you? If you are registered with Shire and recommend a friend, family member or colleague, you will be eligible for a cash bonus payment!

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

Ref: 3094269

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Residential Children's Worker based in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.

If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children presenting with LD within a children's home.

This is a permanent position working 39 hours per week plus sleep-ins.

Rate of pay: £28,400 - £30,700 per year including £50 per sleep-in.

Shifts: 7:30am - 10pm plus sleeps.

As a Residential Children's Worker your responsibilities will include:

• Provide support using a person centred approach.
• Support the children to maintain and develop relationships with friends and family.
• Encourage the children to integrate with the local community by attending clubs or day centres.
• Support the children in all aspects of their daily living.
• 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:

• Opportunity to progress
• Comfortable sleeping-in facilities
• Committed to the continuous development of all staff

Requirements:

• Full UK driving license.
• Level 3 Residential Childcare (preferred)
• Previous experience of working with young people

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: 3094268

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

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week. Previous experience in a senior or managerial role is essential and all applicants must have an NVQ level 3 in childcare.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £35,000 - £37,000

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: 3623415

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Senior Residential Children's Worker in Swadlincote, Derbyshire.

If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with EBD 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 40 hours per week plus sleep in's.

Previous experience as a senior is not essential. 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 between £33,500 - £36,500 including 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:

• Real career progression with funded training
• Competitive bonus scheme
• Ofsted related bonuses

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: 3623133

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in Swadlincote. 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 40 hours per week. Previous experience in a deputy managerial role is essential and all applicants must have an NVQ level 3 in residential childcare.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to £42,000 per annum.

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
• Ofsted related bonuses

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: 3580668

We have an exciting opportunity for a Responsible Individual based in Walsall. Our client is a forward thinking, innovative provider of children’s services and offers all employees a rewarding, dynamic working environment. The salary we offer for this position £62,500.00 pro rata (£37,500 3 day week), plus 8% annual bonus dependant on criteria.

As the Responsible individual you will be overseeing one home on a full time basis. The goal will be to grow to two homes when the time is right.

This role is open to experienced Registered Managers, Area Managers and Responsible Individuals who have completed their level 5 and have previous good or outstanding inspections. Previous experience in mentoring other managers would be beneficial but no essential.

As a Responsible Individual, your main responsibilities will include:

• Be the RI for children's homes and act on behalf of the organisation to ensure all requirements are met.
• To oversee the management of placements within all the services
• Managing the annual budget effectively
• Ensuring that staffing levels and competencies meet the requirements of the home and its residents
• Maintaining up to date knowledge of the statutory and procedural framework for residential care and communicating this to the wider team
• Providing leadership and supervision to the wider leadership team

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

• Additional annual leave
• Flexible working hours (start/finish times)
• Hybrid working
• Grow earnings as the company expands

Not for you? If you are registered with Shire and recommend a friend, family member or colleague, you will be eligible for a cash bonus payment!

Ref: 3622636

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in West Bromwich and another one in Handsworth. 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 40 years per week. Previous experience in a senior or 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 up to £40,000 (Inclusive of sleeps)

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:

• Health and wellbeing scheme
• Free parking
• Free meals on shift
• Enrolment onto Level 5

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: 3622580

We are currently looking for a Senior Support Worker to work within a residential setting providing support to adults with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, and complex needs.

This is a permanent position working up to 37.5 hours per week on a rota basis, including weekends and bank holidays. Previous experience within adult social care is essential and applicants with a Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care are highly desirable but isn't essential.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to £13.80 per hour.

As a Senior Support Worker, your main responsibilities will include:

• Providing person-centred support in accordance with individual care and support plans.
• Supporting adults with personal care, daily living tasks, health appointments, and community activities.
• Acting as Shift Leader when required, delegating duties and supporting colleagues throughout the shift.
• Supporting new members of staff through induction and probation periods.
• Completing accurate documentation, care records, incident reports, and risk assessments.
• Promoting independence, dignity, choice, and positive outcomes for the individuals you support.
• Working closely with families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies.
• Recognising and reporting safeguarding concerns in line with company policies and procedures.
• Administering medication and carrying out healthcare-related tasks where required.
• Attending training, team meetings, supervisions, and contributing to service development.

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

• Enhanced pay for bank holidays, sleep-ins, and night shifts.
• Paid breaks.
• Life insurance scheme.
• Pension scheme.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Comprehensive induction and refresher training.
• Increased annual leave entitlement with service.
• Ample progression opportunities.

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

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

Ref: 3622536

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Dudley with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Team Leader to work within a residential setting to provide support to young adults with learning disabilities.

This is a permanent position working 35 hours per week, there a no sleep-in or night shift expectations with this role. Previous experience is essential but an NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care is desirable. Our client can promise a nurturing and supportive environment so If you are already an established Senior Support Worker, our client may be able to offer progression into a managerial role.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £14 per hour.

As a Team Leader your main responsibilities will include:

• Manage the medication system, ordering through to administration.
• Ensure care plans and risk assessments are accurate and up to date and meet the needs of the individual.
• Supervise and lead a team of support workers, carrying out supervisions and appraisals if required.
• 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.
• Support service users to remain as active and healthy as possible.
• Attend training, including induction training, team meetings and individual supervisions.
• Support service users in all aspects of their daily living, such as shopping, cooking and domestic.
• Support service users to live an active lifestyle.

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

• Progression Opportunities.
• 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: 3621714

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Kidderminster with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Team Leader to work within a residential setting to provide support to young adults with learning disabilities.

This is a permanent position working 35 hours per week, there a no sleep-in or night shift expectations with this role. Previous experience is essential but an NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care is desirable. Our client can promise a nurturing and supportive environment so If you are already an established Senior Support Worker, our client may be able to offer progression into a managerial role.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £14 per hour.

As a Team Leader your main responsibilities will include:

• Manage the medication system, ordering through to administration.
• Ensure care plans and risk assessments are accurate and up to date and meet the needs of the individual.
• Supervise and lead a team of support workers, carrying out supervisions and appraisals if required.
• 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.
• Support service users to remain as active and healthy as possible.
• Attend training, including induction training, team meetings and individual supervisions.
• Support service users in all aspects of their daily living, such as shopping, cooking and domestic.
• Support service users to live an active lifestyle.

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

• Progression Opportunities.
• 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: 3621714

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Wolverhampton with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Team Leader to work within a residential setting to provide support to young adults with learning disabilities.

This is a permanent position working 35 hours per week, there a no sleep-in or night shift expectations with this role. Previous experience is essential but an NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care is desirable. Our client can promise a nurturing and supportive environment so If you are already an established Senior Support Worker, our client may be able to offer progression into a managerial role.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £14 per hour.

As a Team Leader your main responsibilities will include:

• Manage the medication system, ordering through to administration.
• Ensure care plans and risk assessments are accurate and up to date and meet the needs of the individual.
• Supervise and lead a team of support workers, carrying out supervisions and appraisals if required.
• 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.
• Support service users to remain as active and healthy as possible.
• Attend training, including induction training, team meetings and individual supervisions.
• Support service users in all aspects of their daily living, such as shopping, cooking and domestic.
• Support service users to live an active lifestyle.

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

• Progression Opportunities.
• 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: 3621714

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Senior Residential Children's Worker in Chesterfield.

If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with EBD 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 36 hours per week plus sleep in's.

Previous experience as a senior is not essential. 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 between £32,500 - £33,500 including 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:

• Real career progression with funded training
• Competitive bonus scheme
• Free meals while on shift
• Ofsted related bonuses
• Annual leave + birthday off

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: 3622477

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in Chesterfield. 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 40 hours per week. Previous experience in a deputy managerial role is essential and all applicants must have an NVQ level 3 in residential childcare.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to £16 per hour. Please note there are no sleep ins involved.

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 meals while on shift
• Ofsted related bonuses
• Annual leave + birthday off

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: 3622467