Vacancies

Job Description:

Shire Healthcare are working with a leading provider of specialist residential care and education to recruit an HCPC Registered Psychologist for a therapeutic service supporting children and young people across Nuneaton.

About the employer:

This specialist provider supports children and young people with complex emotional, behavioural and developmental needs. Their multidisciplinary teams deliver trauma-informed therapeutic support within psychologically informed environments to help young people recover from adversity and build resilience.

Role snapshot:

The successful candidate will provide psychological assessments, formulations and interventions for children and young people with complex presentations, including developmental trauma, autism, learning disabilities and SEMH needs. You will also provide consultation, reflective practice and training to teams, while supporting trauma-informed care and service development.

Contract type – Permanent

Hours – Part-Time (1–2 days per week)

Salary – £70,000 FTE (Pro Rata)

Experience required:

Applicants must hold a Doctorate in Clinical, Counselling, Forensic or Educational Psychology and be HCPC registered. Experience working with children and young people with complex needs, including trauma, neurodevelopmental conditions and SEMH presentations, is essential. Experience within residential care, education or similar settings is desirable.

Why Shire Healthcare?

As a specialist recruiter within Psychological Therapies, Shire Healthcare provides expert support throughout your job search, with dedicated sector knowledge from Teddy Carter-Leay.

If you are interested in this role, please apply today.

Not for you? Refer someone suitable and receive a referral bonus.

REF: 3647028

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

If successful, you will be working as part of a team in a children's residential home.

This is a permanent position working shift work.

Our client will consider Senior's looking to step up but they must have deputised at times.

Level 3 / 4 Residential childcare and Full UK driving License is compulsory.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying a basic salary of £34,100 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:

• Genuine opportunities to progress to a Registered Manager
• Opportunity to work towards a level 5 Leadership and Management.
• 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 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: 3207309

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 Heanor, Derbyshire.

If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children presenting with EBD & 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: 3646977

Job Description:

Shire Healthcare are recruiting to a Clinical Director to join a growing charity supporting children and families in London. You will be working across schools and community settings. This is a home based role with an expectation to travel to sites in London when required.

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed will drive and lead the strategy of governance and practice across the charity. The charity is in a period of growth and is looking to appoint a Clinical Director who will play a pivotal role in shaping the clinical approach and delivering strategic clinical leadership across the organisation. The candidate appointed will lead and develop MDT working across services, lead MDT meetings. You will champion high standards of multidisciplinary practice, leading and developing the clinical workforce, providing clinical oversight and support, driving improvement and innovation. The role balances both strategic and operational responsibilities

Contract type – permanent

Hours – full time

Salary - £60,000 - £65,000 fte

Professions considered:

Professional qualification in a discipline such as: Clinical Psychology, Counselling Psychology, Child Psychotherapy as well as relevant professional body registration

Experience required:

Due to the seniority of the role, those applying will have background working in Children’s SEMH, SEN settings. In addition, have previous experience working at a similar level for a large organisation.

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: 3646099

Job Description:

Shire Healthcare are working with a leading provider of specialist residential care to recruit a Psychotherapist for a therapeutic children's service based in Herefordshire.

About the employer:

This employer is a specialist provider of residential care and education for children and young people with complex emotional, behavioural and mental health needs. Their multidisciplinary teams deliver trauma-informed therapeutic support to help young people recover from adverse childhood experiences and achieve positive long-term outcomes.

Role snapshot:

The successful candidate will provide specialist psychotherapy to children and young people aged 10–18 who have experienced significant trauma and present with complex emotional and behavioural needs. Alongside direct therapeutic work, you will complete assessments and formulations, contribute to multidisciplinary care planning, provide consultation to education and residential teams, participate in DBT consultation meetings and support the continued development of trauma-informed practice across the service.

Contract type – Permanent

Hours – Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)

Salary – £47,763 per annum

Experience required:

Applicants must hold a postgraduate qualification in a recognised talking therapy and be registered with BACP, BABCP, UKCP or another recognised professional body, working towards full accreditation. Experience working therapeutically with children and young people who have experienced developmental trauma, attachment difficulties and complex emotional needs is essential. Experience of DBT and/or EMDR is desirable but not essential.

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 those that meet the criteria, and you will receive a referral bonus, as our way of saying thank you.

REF: 3646045

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 Norwich, Norfolk.

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

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to £36,200 (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:

• 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: 3645984

Job Description:

Shire Healthcare are working with one of the UK's leading providers of specialist neurological rehabilitation to recruit a Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist for a specialist rehabilitation centre based in York.

About the employer:

This employer is a leading independent provider of specialist neurological rehabilitation and mental healthcare, supporting adults with acquired brain injury and other complex neurological conditions through expert multidisciplinary teams.

Role snapshot:

The successful candidate will provide highly specialist neuropsychological assessment and intervention for adults with complex neurological conditions. Alongside direct clinical work, you will provide leadership and consultation to the multidisciplinary team, contribute to rehabilitation planning, and support the ongoing development of the service.

Contract type – Permanent

Hours – 2 days per week (15 hours)

Salary – £88,000 FTE (pro rata) + £5,000 welcome bonus

Experience required:

Applicants must be HCPC registered Clinical Psychologists with experience practising at Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist level within specialist neurorehabilitation services with adults who have acquired brain injury or complex neurological conditions.

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 those that meet the criteria, and you will receive a referral bonus, as our way of saying thank you.

REF: 3645884

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a Therapy Services Manager to join a hospital in London.

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed will be joining the SMT leading a Therapy Services team. They will work within an MDT, supporting a variety of wards (child and adolescent mental health services, specialist Eating Disorder services, Acute/PICU services and a private addictions service.) The post-holder will contribute to service developments and review and deliver therapy plans for individual and group sessions.

Contract type – permanent,

Hours – Full time - 37.5 hours per week

Salary – £61800 - £66950 FTE

Experience required:

The succesful applicant will hold a relevant professional qualification, a post-graduate qualification together with full membership / accreditation of a relevant professional body.

They will have knowledge of group therapy programs, different therapeutic modalities, 12 Step program and inpatient therapeutic services (desirable, not essential.)

Previous supervisory/managerial experience for a group of professional staff is mandatory.

*On-call is a requirement of this role

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.

n addition, you will be working with Vicky Stark, a healthcare recruitment consultant with over 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 and one of our consultants will be in touch.

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:3644560

Job Description:

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a Clinical or Forensic Psychologist to work within an adult inpatient rehabilitation service in North West London .

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed will be joining a well-established multi-disciplinary team. You will work with adult service users across adult rehabilitation wards providing person centered inpatient care. Your caseload will include working with males aged 18-65 years with complex severe mental health conditions..

The post holder will provide psychological assessments, formulations and interventions and HCR-20's and SVR-20's assessments.

Contract type – permanent

Hours – 3 days

Salary - up to £70,000 FTE

Experience required:

Clinical, and Forensic Psychologists applying will have HCPC registration and experience working with complex mental health with a trauma informed approach. Those with inpatient experience will be at an advantage.

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 over 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 and one of our consultants will be in touch.

Reference ID: 3644505

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 Heanor, Derbyshire.

If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children presenting with EBD within a 3 bed children's home.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to £40,000 (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:

• 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: 3094257

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a HCPC registered Psychologist to work within a low secure psychiatric unit based in Derbyshire who have an overall CQC rating of “Good.”

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed will be joining an MDT who work in a low secure service for male service users who present with complex mental health and learning disabiltiies . The post holder will conduct psychological assessments, HCR-20 risk assessments and 121 and group therapeutic interventions.

Contract type - permanent

Hours – Full time

Salary - £50500 FTE

Experience required:

Forensic Psychologists applying will have HCPC registration and experience working with complex mental health. Those that are due to qualify this year from their doctoral training year are encouraged to apply.

Why Shire Healthcare?

You will be working with Vicky Stark, a healthcare recruitment consultant with 11 years experience, recruiting solely within Psychology and therefore offering specialist knowledge and a passion for this industry.

Reference ID: 3639001

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 Chatteris, Cambridgeshire.

Our client is offering applicants a full-time position, 40 hours per week plus sleep-ins within a specialist service.

Potential to earn up to £42,500 per annum including sleep-ins.

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: 3640000

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 March, Cambridgeshire.

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

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to £40,200 (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:

• 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: 3639996

We are working with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in the Thurrock area.

If successful, you will be overseeing a brand new children's residential service that will provide support to children with EBD.

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

Alongside countless benefits and opportunities, our client is paying £55,000 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
• WFH opportunities
• Opportunity to work towards a level 5 Leadership and Management.

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: 3639797

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

If successful, you will be working as part of a team in a 2 bed children's residential home supporting children presenting with EBD & LD.

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

Pay: £42,000 per annum.

Level 3 / 4 Residential childcare and Full UK driving License is compulsory.

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:

• WFH opportunities
• Opportunity to work towards a level 5 Leadership and Management.
• Bonus scheme.

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

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

Ref: 3639785