Vacancies

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 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 a basic salary between £26,500 to £28,500 per year.

With sleep in's included the salary will be between £31,300 - £33,300 a year.

As a Deputy Manager your main responsibilities will include:

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

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

• Genuine opportunities to progress to a Registered Manager
• Opportunity to work towards a level 5 qualified
• Free meals on shift
• 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 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: 1934

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Reading, Berkshire. If successful, you will be overseeing a service that provides support to children with mental health 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 £55,000 - £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

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: 1929

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Middlesbrough. 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 also list sleep-ins if needed. 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 between £38,000 - £42,000 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:

• Bonus scheme
• Flexible working hours (start/finish times/working from home)
• Company vehicle
• Pension 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.

REF: 1925

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

This is a permanent position working 37.5 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 £24,000 - £26,000 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:

• Use of company car.
• 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: 1922

We have an exciting opportunity for a Responsible Individual based in Wolverhampton, West Midlands. Our client is a forward thinking, innovative provider of children’s services and offers all employees a rewarding, dynamic working environment. This position is a permanent, full-time position (40 hours per week). The basic salary can go up to £60,000 for the right candidate plus bonuses.

The successful applicant will oversee four Ofsted-rated homes in the West Midlands area as the Responsible Individual and provide support to Registered Managers who run the services day to day.

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. Previous experience in mentoring other managers would be beneficial.

As a Responsible Individual, your main responsibilities will include:

• Be the Responsible Individual for 4 children's homes and act on behalf of the organisation to ensure all requirements are met.
• To oversee the management of placements within all the services
• 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

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

• Excellent Bonus scheme
• Relocation Package
• Annual Leave that increases with service
• Flexible working hours (start/finish times)
• Grow alongside an outstanding new provider

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: 1916

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Whitby with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Team Manager to work within a Supported Living setting to provide support to adults with learning disabilities and physical disabilities.

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 Health and Social Care.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £25,000 - £30,000 per year.

As a Team Manager your main responsibilities will include:

• Provide support to the Registered Manager and development of the service.
• Support the Registered Manager with external audits.
• To ensure care plans, guidelines and risk assessments are accurate and reflective of the individual’s needs.
• Hold the responsibility of the Service in the managers absence.
• To supervise and lead a team of support workers, carrying out supervisions and appraisals.
• To support service users in accordance with their needs and wishes as detailed in their person-centred support plans.
• To 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.
• Support the service users in staying active, healthy, and as independent as possible.

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

• Pension Scheme.
• Free meals on shift.
• Clear progression opportunities.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Market leading induction training process.

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: 1903

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

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week plus sleep-ins. Previous experience in a managerial role is not essential although all applicants must have an NVQ level 3 in Residential childcare or equivalent.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to £34,000

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:

• Genuine opportunities to progress to a Registered Manager
• Opportunity to work towards a level 5 qualification
• Regular team events
• Free meals on shift
• Work alongside and support a passionate Registered Manager

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

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

Ref: 1894

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Wednesfield, West Midlands. 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 37.5 hours per week. This role is open to experienced Registered Managers who have previously gone through Ofsted inspections. Alongside benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to £55,000 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:

• Future opportunities to progress with a smaller company
• Free enrolment onto level 5 and 7.
• Opportunity to join a settled Good rated serivce.
• Flexible working hours (Start & finish times)
• Increased Annual Leave

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

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

Ref: 1895

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

In this role you will work alongside a very experience Registered Manager while they open a new residential home. Once settled you will then have the opportunity to progress into the Registered Manager of the service.

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week. Previous experience in a Deputy Manager role is essential and you must have an NVQ level 3 in Residential childcare or equivalent.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to £36,000

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:

• Genuine opportunities to progress to a Registered Manager
• Opportunity to work towards a level 5 qualification
• Regular team events
• Free meals on shift
• Work alongside a supportive and passionate Registered Manager

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

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

Ref: 1896

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Gloucester. If successful, you will be overseeing a service that provides support to children with social, emotional, and behavioural 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 £42,000 - £50,000.

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

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: 1884

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a Clinical Psychologist to work for a specialist neurorehabilitation charity based in Northeast Surrey.

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed will be joining a well establish MDT who provide specialist residential care to service users with complex physical, sensory, cognitive and emotional difficulties. This service also offer rehabilitation care to those on the stroke pathway or neurological rehab pathway with the goal to help them gain independence.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with variety of neurological conditions offering 121, group and family based therapy.

Contract type – permanent

Hours – Full time, subject to applications part time will be considered

Salary -  £41,600 - £47,700 FTE

Experience required:

Psychologists applying will have HCPC registration as a Clinical Psychologist, or due HCPC post qualifying within 2023, along with experience working in neuropsychology. Counselling Psychologists with experience with cognitive impairment, acquired brain injury /neuro rehab are encouraged to apply.

Why Shire Healthcare?

You will be working with Lena Antoniou, a healthcare recruitment consultant with 18 years experience, 12 years of which recruiting solely within Psychology 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.  

Reference ID: 1892

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

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

This is a permanent position working Monday to 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 between £47,000 - £50,000 per annum plus £6000 bonus scheme.

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:

• Clear progression to area manager / dual registered manager.
• Fully funded, continuous training opportunities.
• Chance to open a new home and recruit your own 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: 1890

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a HCPC reg. Psychologist to work across acute inpatient and step-down wards in South Surrey, CQC rated Good.

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed will be working with adult service users on an acute ward, step-down or community focused ward with a view to support patients onto the community discharge pathway.

The post holder will be joining a well-established MDT, providing assessments and therapeutic interventions (DBT & CBT).

Contract type – permanent

Hours – 22.5 hours p/w

Salary – Up to £58,000 FTE

Experience required:

Candidates applying will hold HCPC registration as a Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist and will have experience working with complex mental health and sound DBT and CBT skills.

Why Shire Healthcare?

You will be working with Lena Antoniou, a healthcare recruitment consultant with 18 years experience, 12 years of which recruiting solely within Psychology 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.

Reference ID: 1516

Job description

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist to join a low secure service supporting women with mental illness/personality disorder and/or mild learning disabilities in Nottinghamshire.

Role snapshot:

The post holder will be expected to complete assessments using psychometric methods and working with the Lead Psychologist to design and deliver psychological treatment. The successful candidate will manage individual and group programmes in the service.

The service is able to offer access to a variety of training opportunities to support career development.

Contract type: 12 month FTC

Hours: 22.5 hours (3 days per week.)

Salary: up to £45,000 FTE

Experience required:

Candidates applying will hold HCPC registration and have experience conducting research/project work. Previous experience working with patients with cognitive deficits is desirable.

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: 1865

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Preston. If successful, you will be overseeing a BRAND NEW service that provides support to children with learning disabilities within a 6 bed children's home.

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £45,000 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:

• Bonus Scheme
• Flexible working hours (start/finish times/working from home)
• Company Pension

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

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

REF: 1848