Vacancies

We are working with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Sefton, Merseyside. If successful, you will be overseeing a home that provides support to two children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD).

This is a brand new service so you will be involved in the recruiting and registering process with Ofsted. You will be supported by a Director with over 15 years of experience in residential childcare and is incredibly child-focused.

This is a permanent position working Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm with an option of flexible working hours and working from home 1 day 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 £42,000- £44,000 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:

• Flexible remote working opportunities
• Join an established company with a qualified and experienced leadership team
• Competitive bonus scheme
• Opportunity for a Deputy Manager to secure their first manager role

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: 2435

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 service that provides support to children with EBD 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 up to £50,000 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:

• Achievable bonus scheme.
• On call allowance.
• Opportunity to progress to a Dual Registered Manager.

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: 2430

We are supporting a specialist provider based near Sale, Greater Manchester with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Head of Residential Care to oversee the management of residential settings that provide support to adults with learning disabilities and physical disabilities. The successful applicant will provide strong leadership and management to the Service Managers of the residential services.

This is a permanent position working 37.5 hours per week. Previous experience as a Registered Manager, Area Manager or Head of care is desirable and you must have completed your level 5 in Leadership and management.

The company currently support close to 200 adults and all the services rated Good in all areas by the CQC. Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to £45,500 per year.

As a Head of Care your responsibilities will include:

• Contribute to the strategic planning, governance, and ongoing quality improvement, financial and performance management of operational care services.
• Responsible for achieving some of the key objectives of the company
• Develop and maintain key relationships with external partners
• Ensure regulatory and professional standards are adhered to within CQC
• To ensure managers are managing and have the required staff resources available to enable the charity to provide a reliable, safe, and consistent service

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

• Increased annual leave with service
• Life insurance
• Extensive training opportunities
• Staff wellbeing schemes
• Mileage paid for

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: 2431

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Staines-upon-Thames. If successful, you will be overseeing a service that provides support to children with learning difficulties 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 up to £65,000 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
• Private Healthcare

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: 2428

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a HCPC registered Psychologist to work within a newly established eating disorder service in West Sussex.

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed will be joining a newly established inpatients service for young adults ages 18-25 who present with an eating disorder. The recovery process will focus on providing therapeutic care to help them back into the community.

Contract type – permanent

Hours – both part time and full time will be considered.

Salary - Up to £55,000 FTE

Experience required:

Clinical, Counselling and Forensic Psychologists applying will have HCPC registration and previous experience working with eating disorders.

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, an experienced Psychological Therapies recruitment consultant with 10 years of experience recruiting solely within Psychological Therapies.

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: 1880

We are working in partnership with a provider of a residential and nursing service and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Nurse based in Crawley, West Sussex.

If successful, you will be working with 60 residents providing high-quality care to our elderly service users with conditions such as Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson’s or other clinical diagnoses.

This is a permanent, part time position working 24.5 hours across 2 shifts.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £22.60 per hour.

Essential Criteria:

• NMC registered nurse.
• Experience working in elderly care, including caring for patients with Alzheimer's and other dementia-related conditions.
• Knowledge of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulations and standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to work independently and use own initiative.
• Commitment to continuing professional development.

As a Registered Nurse your main responsibilities will include:

• Providing emotional support to service users and their families.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
• Working within the Care Quality Commission (CQC) guidelines to ensure high standards of care.
• Contributing to the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
• Participating in the induction and ongoing training of new staff members.
• Assessing patients' health and care needs and developing care plans.
• Administering medication and monitoring services users response.
• Providing nursing care, including wound care and palliative care.
• Liaising with other healthcare professionals to coordinate personalised care.
• Supporting service users with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and toileting.

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

• Excellent Career opportunities.
• GP online - providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app.
• Over the last 12 months our employees have received over £1000 each in tax free bonuses!
• Paid annual leave 35 days per year (based on hours) inclusive of bank holidays.
• Company Sick Pay.
• Enhanced payrates for bank holidays.

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: 2425

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

If successful, you will be overseeing a new service that will provide support to three children with learning difficulties and Autism. As this is a new service you will be fully involved in the refurbishment of the home and recruitment of the wider staff team.

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 £45,000- £50,000 plus bonuses.

As a Registered Manager, your main responsibilities will include:

• Ensure each child has a care plan which reflects their emotional, care, education, social, therapeutic, and cultural needs.
• Play a key role in all external audits.
• Allocate each young person a Key Worker who is responsible for the implementation of their care plan.
• Build relationships with parents, carers, and other professionals in relation to the support provided to each child.
• Manage budgets effectively and in line with company policy.
• Ensure staffing levels and competencies meet the requirements of the home and its residents.
• Ensure new staff receive an induction and that each member of staff has a personal development plan.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the statutory and procedural framework for residential care and communicate this to the wider team.
• Overall responsibility for the service and the main point of contact for third-party organisations and governing bodies.

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

• Flexible remote working opportunities
• Competitive bonus scheme
• Increased annual leave
• Increased employer pension

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: 2417

We are working in partnership with a provider of a residential and nursing service and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Nurse based in Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex.

If successful, you will be working with 60 residents providing high-quality care to our elderly service users with conditions such as Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson’s or other clinical diagnoses.

This is a permanent, full time role.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £22.60 per hour.

Essential Criteria:

• NMC registered nurse.
• Experience working in elderly care, including caring for patients with Alzheimer's and other dementia-related conditions.
• Knowledge of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulations and standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to work independently and use own initiative.
• Commitment to continuing professional development.

As a Registered Nurse your main responsibilities will include:

• Providing emotional support to service users and their families.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
• Working within the Care Quality Commission (CQC) guidelines to ensure high standards of care.
• Contributing to the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
• Participating in the induction and ongoing training of new staff members.
• Assessing patients' health and care needs and developing care plans.
• Administering medication and monitoring services users response.
• Providing nursing care, including wound care and palliative care.
• Liaising with other healthcare professionals to coordinate personalised care.
• Supporting service users with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and toileting.

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

• Excellent Career opportunities.
• GP online - providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app.
• Over the last 12 months our employees have received over £1000 each in tax free bonuses!
• Paid annual leave 35 days per year (based on hours) inclusive of bank holidays.
• Company Sick Pay.
• Enhanced payrates for bank holidays.

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: 2402

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Hedon with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Registered Manager to work within a residential setting to provide support to adults with mental health needs. The successful applicant will have overall responsibility for the home.

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week plus on-call duties if needed. Previous experience as a Registered Manager is essential and you must have or be working towards your level 5.

The home can support a maximum of 25 residents.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £30,000 - £37,500 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:

• Pension scheme
• Enrolment onto further qualifications
• Bonus scheme

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.

INDRESNE

REF: 2400

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a Family Therapist to work within an adult EDU based in Bristol who have an overall CQC rating of “Good.”

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed will be providing systemic family therapy to patients receiving inpatient care on an eating disorders unit. The post holder will conduct systemic assessments and interventions to service users and their families. The role will include attending ward rounds, CPA's, MDT assessments, team formulation and care planning.

The successful candidate will also offer outpatient appointments and working within a day care therapy service.

Contract type – permanent

Hours – full time, subject to applications part time will be considered.

Salary - £38,000 - 44,000 FTE

Experience required:

Candidates applying will have completed their family and systemic psychotherapy training and will have registration with both the UKCP and AFT. Those due to qualify in 2023 are encouraged to apply.

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 Lena Antoniou, a healthcare recruitment consultant with 18 years of experience, 12 years of which recruiting solely within Psychological Therapies and therefore offering specialist knowledge and a passion for this industry. Lena 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: 2398

We are working in partnership with a provider who supports children within a CAMHS setting and have a permanent opportunity for a RMN based in Wolverhampton.

If successful, you will be working within a small unit residents providing high-quality care to our children.

This is a permanent, full time role.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £38,000 - £46,000 depending on experience.

Essential Criteria:

• NMC registered nurse.
• Experience working with children in a CAMHS setting.
• Knowledge of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulations and standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to work independently and use own initiative.
• Commitment to continuing professional development

As a RMN your main responsibilities will include:

• Ensure that nursing care, assessment and treatment is delivered within the clinical ethos and therapeutic model of the unit.
• Be responsible for the co-ordination, assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individual Patient programs of care.
• With a focus on risk assessment and risk management strategies, ensuring that the requirements of the Care Program Approach are met in a timely manner.
• Provide supervision and support to the care team and to junior nurses and preceptees.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients and staff, ensuring all environmental and clinical safety protocols are adhered to.
• Ensure that the all Senior Nurses are informed of any clinical, administrative or management decisions that have been made on during their absence.
• Work effectively with other professional colleagues ensuring a consistent pattern of care for each individual.
• Assess individual needs in areas agreed by the multi- disciplinary team
• Maintain a high standard of record keeping in relation to individual patient needs and progress.
• Assist with and organise admission, leave and discharge of patients.
• Contribute to the design, implementation and evaluation of individual programmes.
• Take a lead role in the assessment of functional skills, and the implementation of programmes to develop these.

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

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Room to make changes within the service.
• Strong leadership 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: 2397

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Dual Registered Manager based in Gillingham, Kent. If successful, you will be overseeing a service that provides support to children with complex needs within a new children's home.

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

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to £55,000 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
• Real progression opportunities
• Chance to work with an exciting, growing company

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

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

Ref: 2399

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Team Leader based in Sheffield. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties within a supported accommodation setting. 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. 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 - £31,000 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:

• Car allowance.
• Progression opportunities.
• Market leading training and induction.
• Onsite parking.
• Meals on shift.

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: 2395

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in Leeds . 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 plus sleep-ins. 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 between £32,000 - £35,000.

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:

• Progression opportunities.
• Paid enrolment onto Level 5 in Leadership and Management.
• Market leading training.
• Company pension.

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

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

REF: 2392

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

If successful, you will be overseeing a service that will provide support to children with emotional and behavioral challenges.

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 £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:

• Flexible remote working opportunities
• Join an established small company with a really qualified and experienced leadership team
• Competitive bonus scheme
• Increased annual leave
• Increased employer pension

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

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

Ref: 2390