Vacancies

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

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

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £55,000 - £65,000 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: 3542784

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

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

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £47,000 - £60,000 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: 3542833

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Sutton, SM3. If successful, you will be overseeing a service that provides support to children with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties within a NEW children's home.

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

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £50,000 - £60,000 plus bonuses.

As a Registered Manager your main responsibilities will include:

• Assist with registration process for the home, working closely with the Senior management team
• 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:

• Flexible remote working opportunities
• Competitive bonus scheme
• Chance to join a growing company
• Clear progression opportunites
• Increasing annual leave entitlement

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: 3541964

We are supporting a forward-thinking, innovative children’s residential provider who are seeking a strong Registered Manager to oversee an LD home in Blackburn. This is a great opportunity to lead an established service within a dynamic and supportive organisation. All homes within the organisation are rated good or above by Ofsted.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Leading the day-to-day management of a children’s home.
• Ensuring each young person has an individualised care plan reflecting their emotional, educational, social, cultural, therapeutic and health needs.
• Regularly reviewing and updating placement plans.
• Allocating Key Workers and overseeing the effective delivery of care plans.
• Building strong working relationships with families, carers, local authorities and external professionals.
• Overseeing budgets and ensuring cost-effective service delivery.
• Ensuring staffing levels and staff competencies meet the needs of the young people.
• Ensuring all new staff receive a full induction and ongoing personal development plan.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of legislation, regulations and best practice in residential childcare.
• Providing strong leadership, professional supervision and support to the staff team.

Benefits

• Generous bonus scheme
• 30+ Days annual leave
• Flexible working hours (start/finish times)
• Private healthcare
• Opportunity to grow with an ambitious provider
• Autonomy to shape the culture and development of the home

Referral Bonus

Not the right role for you? If you are registered with Shire and refer a friend or colleague, you could receive a cash bonus for every successful referral.

Ref: 3541739

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a Creative Therapist to work from home with travel required across the West Midlands county, and Staffordshire to support young people therapeutically.

*A clean, full driving license is mandatory for this role*

About the employer:

This employer delivers bespoke packages to children and young people who have experienced developmental trauma working with children's residential homes, local authorities, supported accommodation providers and educational settings. This employer also provides therapeutic support to organisations to help the development of their trauma informed practice.

Role snapshot:

You will be working with external organisations, including schools and educational settings, offering consultations, reflective practice, direct therapeutic input, assessments, and training. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to help develop this therapy service contributing to the wider company’s centre of excellence in the field of developmental trauma and attachment. A large proportion of this role will be working from home.

Contract type – permanent

Hours – Full time ideally, 4 days per week can be considered

Salary - £30,000 - £42,000 FTE

Experience required:

Those applying will hold relevant registration/accreditation with the UKCP/NCPS or equivalent and have experience of working in CYP residential/ LAC services and working within systems.

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.

REF: 3541751

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a Creative Therapist to work from home with travel required across the West Midlands county and Staffordshire to support young people therapeutically.

*A clean, full driving license is mandatory for this role*

About the employer:

This employer delivers bespoke packages to children and young people who have experienced developmental trauma working with children's residential homes, local authorities, supported accommodation providers and educational settings. This employer also provides therapeutic support to organisations to help the development of their trauma informed practice.

Role snapshot:

You will be working with external organisations, including schools and educational settings, offering consultations, reflective practice, direct therapeutic input, assessments, and training. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to help develop this therapy service contributing to the wider company’s centre of excellence in the field of developmental trauma and attachment. A large proportion of this role will be working from home.

Contract type – permanent

Hours – Full time ideally, 4 days per week can be considered

Salary - £30,000 - £42,000 FTE

Experience required:

Those applying will hold relevant registration/accreditation and have experience of working CYP residential/ LAC services and working within systems.

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.

REF: 3541751

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

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

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

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to £70,000 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:

• Working with a very experienced Responsible Individual.
• 28 days annual leave.
• Fully staffed team.

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: 3539908

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Chelsea, London with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Support Worker to work within a residential setting to provide support to adults with learning disabilities.

This is a permanent position working 37.5 hours per week paying £13.60 - £13.90 per hour. Previous experience is essential as a Support Worker working with learning disabilities and challenging behaviour and 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.

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:

• Progression to Senior roles
• Chance to join a fun, caring and supportive work environment.
• Length of service awards
• Access to health and wellbeing programs

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: 3538953

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Camden with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Support Worker to work within a residential setting to provide support to adults with learning disabilities.

This is a permanent position working 37.5 hours per week paying £13.60 - £13.90 per hour. Previous experience is essential as a Support Worker working with learning disabilities and challenging behaviour and 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.

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:

• Progression to Senior roles
• Chance to join a fun, caring and supportive work environment.
• Length of service awards
• Access to health and wellbeing programs

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: 3538950

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Hammersmith and Fulham with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Support Worker to work within a residential setting to provide support to adults with learning disabilities.

This is a permanent position working 37.5 hours per week paying £13.60 - £13.90 per hour. Previous experience is essential as a Support Worker working with learning disabilities and challenging behaviour and 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.

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:

• Progression to Senior roles
• Chance to join a fun, caring and supportive work environment.
• Length of service awards
• Access to health and wellbeing programs

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: 3538946

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a PWP to work within a high secure Forensic service in Hull.

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed will be joining a well-established integrated care mental health team who deliver step 1 interventions in line with IAPT, to service users in a high secure prison. Caseload numbers of approx 20.

Contract type – permanent

Hours – full time

Salary - £31,000- £37,750 FTE

Experience required:

Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners applying will be fully qualified along with having BABCP or BPS registration. Post qualification experience working in an IAPT service is required.

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.

We can offer support and advice with CV writing, bespoke interview preparation and tips along with sound knowledge of the employer, the role, and their ethos.

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: 3539024

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Residential Children's Support Worker based in Cranleigh, Surrey. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with complex learning disabilities, severe social communication and behavioural issues within a children's home. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.

This is a permanent position. If you are looking to progress 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 £26,500 - £28,000

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:

• Fully funded training and qualifications
• Real opportunities for progression into Senior roles
• 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.

Reference: 3536557

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Cranleigh, Surrey with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Waking Night Support Worker to work within a residential setting to provide support to adults with autistic spectrum disorders, learning difficulties and communication needs.

This position is open to female applicants only, in accordance with the Genuine Occupational Requirement, due to the nature of the role

This is a permanent position paying £26,500 - £28,000. Previous experience is essential as a Support Worker working with learning disabilities and challenging behaviour and 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.

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.

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

• Progression to Senior roles
• Chance to join a fun, caring and supportive work environment.
• Length of service awards
• Access to health and wellbeing programs

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: 3536561

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Cranleigh, Surrey. If successful, you will be overseeing a service that provides support to children with special needs including severe social communication difficulties, complex learning disabilities and some challenging behaviour within a children's home.

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

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £46,000 - £54,500 plus bonuses.

As a Registered Manager your main responsibilities will include:

• Assist with registration process for the home, working closely with the Senior management team
• 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:

• Competitive bonus scheme
• Chance to join a growing company
• Clear progression opportunites
• Free meals on site
• Increasing annual leave entitlement

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: 3536564

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 across 2 children's homes supporting 2 children presenting with EBD.

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

Pay: £40,000 per annum

Hours: Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm. (these days will be split over the two homes and both are local to each other)

On call: 1 in 3 rota.

Level 3 / 4 Residential childcare and 2 years supervision experience is a must.

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:

• 28 days annual leave.
• Flexible working hours.
• Additional paid day off for your birthday and for your children's birthday*.

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: 3535532