Vacancies

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Smethwick with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a CQC Registered Manager to work within a residential setting to provide support to adults with learning disabilities and mental health challenges. The successful applicant will have overall responsibility for the service.

This is a permanent position working 37.5 hours per week. Previous experience as a Registered Manager is essential.

The service can support a maximum of 8 service users.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £40,000 - £43,000 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:

• Long service awards
• Clear progression opportunities
• Chance to join a established company within Adult care
• Access to shopping discounts
• Increase annual leave
• Company Pension

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: 3606365

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Home Manager based in Ollerton, Nottinghamshire.

If successful, you will be overseeing a new home that provides support to children with EBD within a children's home.

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

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to £45,000 per annum.

As a Home 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:

• Competitive bonus scheme
• Ofsted related bonuses

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

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

Ref: 3605725

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

If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with EBD within a children's home. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week plus sleep in's.

Previous experience as a senior is not essential. If you are looking to start your progress in your career, our client can promise a nurturing, supportive and fun working environment.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £33,500 - £36,500 including sleeps.

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

• Attend staff meetings and supervisions.
• Be accountable for any decision made regarding the welfare of the children and staff members during the shifts that you lead.
• Discuss with the Manager any concerns with staffing matters.
• Ensure that all staff members are kept up to date with changes to procedures.
• Provide support using a person centred approach.
• Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicion or evidence of harm.
• Continuous commitment to professional development.
• To be willing to cover other homes when required.
• Liaise with parents and/or carers and other professionals.

Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:

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

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

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

REF: 3605712

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

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

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

As a Deputy Manager your main responsibilities will include:

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of statutory and procedural frameworks for residential care and communicate this to members of the team.
• Support the Registered Manager with external audits.
• Ensure that staffing levels and competencies meet the requirements of the home and its children.
• Ensure each child has a care plan which reflects their emotional, care, social, and cultural needs.
• Ensure all new staff receive a thorough induction.
• Report and assist the manager in resolving issues relating to staff motivation, conduct and competencies of staff members.
• Monitor finances and ensure budgets are managed effectively.

Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:

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

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

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

Ref: 3474503

Shire Healthcare are working with a reputable and leading provider of specialist care and education recruiting for a Psychological Therapist to be based in Wiltshire.

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 who work with pupils and residents. This role will be based across specialist schools, children’s homes and integrated provisions. This specific role is based within a school who are Ofsted rated as Good provider. The post holder will be working across care and educational settings helping to develop trauma informed practice.

Contract type – permanent (52 week working)

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

Salary - £43,450 - £52493 FTE

Experience required:

Candidates applying will have will be a qualified professional (or accredited Counsellor), you’ll be eligible for membership of BACP, or a similar professional body (additional mental health or therapeutic intervention qualifications would be desirable).

You will have experience working with young people who present with neurodevelopmental needs such as Autism, SEMH, ADHD and learning disabilities. Those who are working towards accreditation will be considered.

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.

REF: 3605470

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

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

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

As a Deputy Manager your main responsibilities will include:

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of statutory and procedural frameworks for residential care and communicate this to members of the team.
• Support the Registered Manager with external audits.
• Ensure that staffing levels and competencies meet the requirements of the home and its children.
• Ensure each child has a care plan which reflects their emotional, care, social, and cultural needs.
• Ensure all new staff receive a thorough induction.
• Report and assist the manager in resolving issues relating to staff motivation, conduct and competencies of staff members.
• Monitor finances and ensure budgets are managed effectively.

Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:

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

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

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

Ref: 3604602

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

If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with EBD within a children's home. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.

This is a permanent position working 36 hours per week plus sleep in's.

Previous experience as a senior is not essential. If you are looking to start your progress in your career, our client can promise a nurturing, supportive and fun working environment.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £32,500 - £33,500 including sleeps.

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

• Attend staff meetings and supervisions.
• Be accountable for any decision made regarding the welfare of the children and staff members during the shifts that you lead.
• Discuss with the Manager any concerns with staffing matters.
• Ensure that all staff members are kept up to date with changes to procedures.
• Provide support using a person centred approach.
• Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicion or evidence of harm.
• Continuous commitment to professional development.
• To be willing to cover other homes when required.
• Liaise with parents and/or carers and other professionals.

Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:

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

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

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

REF: 3604581

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 Malvern, Worcestershire. 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.

There are no sleep ins for this role

This is a permanent position working 39 hours per week plus sleep ins. 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 £27,295

As a Residential Children's Support 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:

• Condensed working week
• Brilliant internal progression opportunities
• Opportunity to complete a level 5 qualification
• Free meals on shift

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: 3604596

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

If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with EBD within a children's home. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.

This is a permanent position working 38 hours per week plus sleep in's.

Previous experience as a senior is not essential, although you will need a Level 3 or 4 Residential Childcare. 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 £34,500 - £36,200 including sleeps.

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

• Attend staff meetings and supervisions.
• Be accountable for any decision made regarding the welfare of the children and staff members during the shifts that you lead.
• Discuss with the Manager any concerns with staffing matters.
• Ensure that all staff members are kept up to date with changes to procedures.
• Provide support using a person centred approach.
• Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicion or evidence of harm.
• Continuous commitment to professional development.
• To be willing to cover other homes when required.
• Liaise with parents and/or carers and other professionals.

Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:

• Clear pathway to Deputy manager position.
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Supportive company.

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: 3603965

We have an exciting opportunity for a Responsible Individual based in Luton.

This position is 1 day per week at the home. The day rate for this role is £300 - £400 per day.

As the Responsible individual you will be overseeing one NEW home and assisting the current Registered Manager through registration.

This role is open to experienced Registered Managers, Area Managers and Responsible Individuals who have completed their level 5 and have previous good or outstanding inspections.

As a Responsible Individual, your main responsibilities will include:

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

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: 3603962

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

This is a permanent position working 37.5 hours per week. Previous experience in a managerial role is not essential although all applicants must have an NVQ level 3 in residential childcare.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to £37,000.

As a Deputy Manager your main responsibilities will include:

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of statutory and procedural frameworks for residential care and communicate this to members of the team.
• Support the Registered Manager with external audits.
• Ensure that staffing levels and competencies meet the requirements of the home and its children.
• Ensure each child has a care plan which reflects their emotional, care, social, and cultural needs.
• Ensure all new staff receive a thorough induction.
• Report and assist the manager in resolving issues relating to staff motivation, conduct and competencies of staff members.
• Monitor finances and ensure budgets are managed effectively.

Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:

• Real career progression with funded training
• Competitive bonus scheme
• Free parking

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

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

Ref: 3603887

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 Gloucester. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with emotional, social 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 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 between £35,000 - £37,000 per year.

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
• Private Healthcare
• 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.

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Reference: 3095344

Shire Healthcare are supporting a specialist provider based in Clayton-le-Woods with the recruitment of a Deputy Manager to join one of their supported living services for adults with learning and physical disabilities.

This is a full-time, permanent position working 40 hours per week on a shift basis. To be considered, candidates must have previous experience working as a Senior or Deputy Manager within a similar setting and hold a Level 3 or Level 5 qualification in Health and Social Care.

Role snapshot:

• Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running and development of the service
• Assist with external audits and ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures
• Oversee the accuracy of care plans, support guidelines, and risk assessments
• Lead, supervise, and appraise a team of Support Workers
• Take responsibility for the service in the Manager’s absence
• Promote person-centred support and safeguarding at all times
• Encourage service users to remain active, healthy, and independent

Package & benefits:

• Salary from £35,700 – £36,200 per annum
• Annual bonus
• Healthcare cover
• Sick pay
• Additional annual leave
• Pension scheme
• Progression opportunities

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, apply today for a confidential conversation with Shire Healthcare’s Residential Specialist, Kieran.

Not for you? Refer a friend or colleague and receive a referral bonus as our way of saying thank you.

Ref: 3455729

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 Stoke 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 39 hours per week plus sleep ins. 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 up to £30,000 (Inclusive of sleep ins)

As a Residential Children's Support 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:

• Condensed working week
• Brilliant internal progression opportunities
• Opportunity to complete a level 5 qualification
• Free meals on shift

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: 3602338

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

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £42,000 - £44,000 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.

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: 3602291