Vacancies

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 Kings Heath, 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 38 hours per week with an average of 5 – 8 sleep-ins per month. 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 between £29,000 - £35,000 per year (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:

• Bonus Scheme
• Health and wellbeing program
• Level 5 enrolment
• Join a smaller family-run 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: 3095283

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Team Leader based in Redditch. 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 as well as sleep-ins. Previous experience as a Team Leader 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 £29,000 - £35,000 per year (Inclusive of sleeps)

As a Team Leader 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:

• Signing on Bonus
• Enrolment onto Level 5
• Free Parking
• Free meals on shift

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

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

REF: 3095351

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in Barnsley. 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.

Total earnings will be between £32,000 - £40,000 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:

• Genuine opportunities to progress.
• Opportunity to work towards a level 5 qualification
• Free meals on shift
• Overtime rate

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: 3381982

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 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 37 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 - £34,000 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: 3381969

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 Newcastle. 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.

Please do not apply if you require sponsorship as we do not have a licence to sponsor.

This is a permanent position working 37 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. 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 £32,000 - £40,000 per year inclusive of sleep-ins.

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.
• Company pension.
• Onsite parking.

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: 3381958

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Newcastle with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Support Worker to work within a residential setting to provide support to individuals with mental health and addiction needs.

This is a permanent position working 37 hours per week. Previous experience is not essential, so if you are looking to start your career as a Support Worker, our client can promise a nurturing, supportive and fun working environment. 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.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £13.00 - £13.50 per hour.

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:

• Paid enrolment into Level 3 qualifications.
• Progression opportunities.
• Comprehensive training.

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: 3381947

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Durham with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Support Worker to work within a residential setting to provide support to elderly individuals with complex needs.

This is a permanent position working 35 hours per week. Previous experience is not essential, so if you are looking to start your career as a Support Worker, our client can promise a nurturing, supportive and fun working environment. 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.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £13.00 - £13.50 per hour.

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:

• Paid enrolment into Level 3 qualifications.
• Progression opportunities.
• Comprehensive training.

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: 3381940

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager 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 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.

Total earnings will be between £35,000 to £40,000 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:

• 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: 3376346

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

If successful, you will be overseeing a 1* bed home* that provides support to a child with LD within a BRAND NEW children's home.

This is a permanent position working Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm but these hours are flexible.

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 £55,000 - £60,000 per annum.

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:

• Management from an experienced Responsible Individual.
• Freedom to recruit your own deputy manager.
• Long term progression pathway.

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

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

Ref: 3376272

We have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Manager based in New Brighton, Wirral. Our client is a forward thinking, innovative provider of children’s services and offers all employees a rewarding, dynamic working environment. This position is a permanent, full-time position. The basic salary can go up to £65,000 for the right candidate plus brilliant benefits.

The successful applicant will manage a new home and staff team providing support to children with EBD. The will support up to two young people.

As a Registered Manager, your main responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring each young child has a care plan which reflects his or her emotional, care, education, social, therapeutic and cultural needs
• Regularly reviewing and updating the placement plan
• Allocating each young person a Key Worker who is responsible for the implementation of the care plan
• Building relationships with parents, carers and other professionals in relation to the support provided to each child
• Managing budgets effectively
• Ensuring that staffing levels and competencies meet the requirements of the home and its residents
• Ensuring new staff receive an induction and that each member of staff has a personal development plan
• 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 team

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

• Bonus scheme
• Flexible working hours (start/finish times)
• Working from home is available
• Grow alongside a small provider with ambitious goals.
• Chance to hire your own staff team and build a home to your liking

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: 3373018

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in Crumpsall, Greater Manchester. 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 full time Monday to Friday. You can pick up sleep ins if you want to. Previous experience in a senior or managerial role is essential and all applicants must have an Level 3 in Residential childcare or equivalent.

Total earnings will be between £36,500 to £39,500 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:

• Genuine opportunities to progress to a Registered Manager
• Monday to Friday role
• Opportunity to work towards a level 5 qualification
• Free meals on shift
• 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 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: 3373053

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 New Brighton, Wirra. 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 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 £37,120 per year. (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 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: 3373057

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a HCPC registered Psychologist to join a Children's Charity focused on supporting neurodiversity in Staffordshire.

*Visa and sponsorship offered for UK based applicants*

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed will be joining a multi-disciplinary team working with children showing neuro-diverse presentations , including a focus on Autism. The successful candidate will complete assessments/interventions and provide continuous support for families.

The successful post holder will prepare psychological reports, and deliver findings to parents, children and team members accordingly.

You will also develop and deliver training/workshops, risk assess and develop risk management strategies.

Contract type – permanent

Hours – full time (part time applicants are encouraged to apply)

Salary - £46,150 to £60,500 FTE

Experience required:

Psychologists applying will have HCPC registration as a Psychologist along with experience working with children with neuro-diverse presentations.

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: 3095600

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Shrewsbury, Shropshire with their permanent recruitment and are currently seeking a Service Manager. You will be required to work within a supported living service that provides comprehensive support to adults with learning disabilities and autism.

This is a permanent position working 37.5 hours per week. Previous experience as a Service Manager in a supporting living or residential setting is preferred and you must have a Level 2 in Health and Social Care as a minimum.

• We support people to live the lives they choose and we’re now looking for a Service Manager to lead a small, dedicated team supporting a female adult with autism and learning disabilities in Shrewsbury.
• Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £37,000 - £40,000 per year.

As a Service Manager your responsibilities will include:

• Ensure each adult has a care plan which reflects their emotional, care, social, and cultural needs.
• 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.
• Be proactive in safeguarding concerns of individuals in your care
• 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:

• Health and wellbeing program
• Additional Leave
• Leadership development program
• Referral 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: 3373174

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Team Leader based in Burton on Trent. 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 as well as sleep-ins. Previous experience as a Team Leader 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 £33,000 - £37,000 per year.

As a Team Leader 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:

• Signing on Bonus
• Enrolment onto Level 5
• Free Parking
• Free meals on shift

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

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

REF: 3094595