Vacancies

Shire Healthcare are working with a leading specialist education and care provider recruiting for a Psychological Therapist to be based at a specialist school in Rugby.

About the employer:
This employer provides specialist education and care for children and young people with complex needs including developmental trauma, autism, ADHD, SEMH and other neurodevelopmental conditions.

Role snapshot:
The candidate appointed will join a multidisciplinary clinical team working across an Ofsted-rated Good specialist school. The role involves supporting trauma-informed practice across education and care settings, delivering therapeutic interventions, and contributing to assessment, formulation and care planning for children and young people with complex needs.

Contract type – permanent
Hours – full time (part time applicants will be considered)
Salary - £37,500 - £45,250 (including paid school holidays, not pro rata) + excellent benefits

Experience required:
Candidates will be qualified mental health professionals (e.g. Psychotherapist, Counsellor or equivalent) eligible for membership of BACP or a similar professional body. Experience working with children and young people with complex needs, including autism, ADHD, SEMH and developmental trauma, is essential.

Why Shire Healthcare?
As an experienced permanent recruiter to services across the nation, we understand the complex nature of Psychological Therapies and ensure a bespoke recruitment experience tailored to your skills and experience.

In addition, you will be working with Teddy Carter-Leay,a healthcare recruitment consultant specialising in Psychological Therapies recruitment, offering dedicated support, sector knowledge and a strong understanding of the market.

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

Not for you? Refer those who meet the criteria and receive a referral bonus as a thank you.

REF:3619274

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in Wolverhampton, 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 40 hours per week. Previous experience in a senior or managerial role is essential and all applicants must have a Level 3 in Residential childcare or equivalent.

Salary up to £45,000 (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:

• Genuine opportunities to progress to a Registered Manager
• Opportunity to work towards a level 5 qualification
• Free meals on shift
• Overtime rate
• Increase annual leave with length of service
• Work alongside and support a passionate Registered Manager

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: 3618476

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Middlesbrough. If successful, you will be overseeing a service that provides support to one child with learning disabilities 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 £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:

• Pension scheme.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Healthcare package.
• Paid enrolment onto 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: 3618398

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Kensington 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 and emotional and behavioural difficulties.

This is a permanent position working 37.5 hours per week. Previous experience is essential along with an NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care. 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 between £16 - £16.50 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 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: 3618297

Shire Healthcare are working in partnership with a specialist children's care provider to recruit Residential Children's Workers for a two-bed children's home in Leigh.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a newly established service supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and Learning Disabilities (LD). You will play a key role in helping to create a safe, nurturing and therapeutic home environment where young people can thrive.

What's on Offer?

• Total yearly earnings of £33,750 to £37,100 (including sleeps)
• Full-time permanent contract
• Opportunity to be part of a brand new home from day one
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive management team and career progression opportunities

As a Residential Children's Worker, you will:

• Provide high-quality care and support to young people within the home
• Build positive and trusting relationships with children and young people
• Promote emotional wellbeing, independence and personal development
• Support young people with daily routines, education and recreational activities
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to care planning
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and external professionals
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children at all times

Essential Requirements

• Right to Work in the UK (sponsorship is not available)
• NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare, Children & Young People's Workforce or equivalent
• Previous experience supporting young people within a residential childcare or care setting
• Enhanced DBS and satisfactory references

If you are passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of vulnerable young people and would like to be part of an exciting new service, we would love to hear from you.

Ref: 3616479

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in Bradford. 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 senior or managerial role is not essential although all applicants must have an NVQ level 3 in Residential childcare.

This is a Monday - Friday position, working from 9am-5pm.

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

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:

• 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 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: 3616475

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 Castleford .* If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with social, 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 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 £36,000 - £38,000 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:

• Overtime opportunities.
• Company car.
• Progression opportunities.
• Paid enrolment onto Level 3.

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: 3616461

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Dewsbury. with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Registered Manager to work within a residential setting to provide support to adults with learning disabilities and mental health 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. The home is currently rated "Good" by the CQC.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £40,000 - £45,000 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: 3616443

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a Therapeutic Lead to join a specialist recovery service in Liverpool.

Role snapshot:

The successful candidate will support the delivery and development of therapeutic services across a recovery pathway for adults with complex needs. Working within a CAT-informed service, you will provide supervision and mentoring to therapists, trainees, and volunteers, facilitate MDT discussions, support safeguarding and risk management processes, and contribute to service development.

The role will also involve holding a small clinical caseload, supporting assessments, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality therapeutic interventions across both individual and group settings.

Contract type – permanent

Hours – 19 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

Salary – £40,000 - £45,000 pro rata

Experience required:

Applicants will hold a recognised therapeutic qualification and have experience working with adults with complex needs, alongside previous experience supporting, mentoring, or supervising colleagues within therapeutic services.

Why Shire Healthcare?

As an experienced 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.

We are a well-respected provider of Psychological Therapy staffing solutions and support the majority of providers across the country.

If you are interested in this role and wish to find out more then please apply today and one of our consultants will be in touch.

Reference ID: 3612347

Shire Healthcare are working with a reputable and leading provider of specialist care and education recruiting for a HCPC registered Psychologist to be based in a Specialist School in the West Midlands.

About the employer:

This employer is an independent leading provider of specialist care and education. They work with children and young people in either an educational and/or residential setting who present a complexity of needs including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions, autism, ADHD, and special educational needs.

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed be joining an MDT and will conduct clinical assessments and provide specialist and evidence based psychological interventions in either a 121 or group setting to pupils and residents (6-16 yrs old). This role will be based in a specialist school, working collaboratively with children’s homes and integrated provisions.

Contract type – permanent and term time (39 working week)

Hours – full time (part time applicants will be considered)

Term time salary - £54,500 - £64,000

Experience required:

Candidates applying will have HCPC registration as a Clinical, Forensic or Educational Psychologist along with previous experience working with children and young people with complex needs such as ASD, autism, neuro and/or trauma.

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.

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.

REF: 3612196

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in Milton Keynes. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with social, 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 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 - £40,000

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 on site
• Chance to join an expanding company

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: 3613106

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 Erith, DA8. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with emotional, social and behavioural difficulties and/or 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 as a senior is not essential, although you will need previous experience supporting children in a residential setting and your level 3 NVQ. 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 £31,000 - £34,000 per year plus sleep ins paid at £65

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 progression opportunities into management roles
• A chance to join a top provider of children's services
• On-site parking
• Meals provided on shift
• Length of service awards

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.

Reference: 3613355

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 Derby, Derbyshire.

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 56.5 hours per week inclusive of sleep-ins.

The starting salary is £37,300 per annum with an increase upon a successful probation period.

Shifts: 8:00am - 11pm plus sleeps.

ESSENTIAL: Level 3 Residential Childcare and Full UK driving license.

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
• 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: 3613227

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

Our client is offering applicants a full-time position, 56.4 hours per week inclusive of sleep-ins within a specialist service.

The starting salary is £38,700 per annum with an increase upon a successful probation period.

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
• Enrollment on to Level 5 Leadership and management.

Applicants should have the following:

• Previous experience of working with young people
• Experience of successfully leading a small team
• Full UK driving license.
• Hold NVQ Diploma level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent

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: 3613207

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

If successful, you will be overseeing a 2 bed residential service that will provide support to children with EBD.

This is a permanent position working Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm. This role is open to experienced Registered Managers.

Alongside countless benefits and opportunities, our client is paying up to £50,000 plus 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:

• Bonus scheme
• Free meals on shift
• Casual dress

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: 3613196