Vacancies

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

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
• Progression chances with a 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: 3112

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Trainee Registered Manager based in Chippenahm, Wiltshire. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with learning disabilities within a children's home.

This is an opportunity for an experienced Deputy Manager to join a growing company. You will work closely with an experienced Registered Manager for 4 to 12 months before progressing into a Registered Manager position.

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week Monday to Friday. Previous experience in a senior or managerial role is essential and all applicants must have an NVQ level 3 in Residential childcare or equivalent. The starting salary will be between £32,000 - £34,000 per year.

As a Trainee Registered 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
• Free meals on shift
• Increase annual leave with length of service
• Work alongside and support a passionate Senior Management Team

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: 3111

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in Burton-On-Trent. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to young people 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 essential and all applicants must have a Level 3 in Residential childcare or equivalent.

Total earnings will be between £34,000 to £37,000 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:

• Genuine opportunities to progress to a Registered Manager
• Opportunity to work towards a level 5 qualification
• Free meals on shift
• Overtime rate
• Increase annual leave with length of service
• Work alongside and support a passionate experienced Registered Manager

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: 3110

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

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

This is a permanent position working Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm but these hours are flexible. Working from home is also allowed.

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 - £55,000 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:

• Management from an experienced Responsible Individual.
• Freedom to recruit your own deputy manager.
• Long term progression pathway.

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: 3109

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Residential Children's Worker based in Bowburn. 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 42 hours per week on a waking night basis. Previous experience is not essential, so if you are looking to start 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 between £27,000 - £32,000 per year.

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:

• Overtime opportunities.
• Company car.
• Progression opportunities.
• Paid enrolment onto Level 3.

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: 3108

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Blackburn. If successful, you will be overseeing a service that provides support to children with Emotional and Behavioural difficulties within a children's home. The home can support up to two young people.

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 £45,000 - £55,000 per year plus a 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:

• Additional annual leave
• Flexible working hours
• Bonus scheme
• Work in a small company
• Free parking
• Causal dress

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: 3102

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Sutton Coldfield. If successful, you will be overseeing a service that provides support to children with Emotional and Behavioural difficulties within a children's home. The home can support up to three young people.

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 £42,000 - £50,000 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:

• Additional annual leave
• Flexible working hours
• Bonus scheme
• Work in a small company
• Free parking
• Causal dress

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: 3103

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in Solihull (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. Previous experience in a senior or managerial role is essential and all applicants must have a Level 3 in Residential childcare or equivalent.

Total earnings will be between £35,000 to £37,000 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:

• Genuine opportunities to progress to a Registered Manager
• Opportunity to work towards a level 5 qualification
• Free meals on shift
• Overtime rate
• Increase annual leave with length of service
• Work alongside and support a passionate experienced Registered Manager

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: 3101

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a HCPC registered Psychologist to work within a specialist CYP trauma service in the Midlands.

*Home based with travel required up to 1 hour from your base to contracts in the Midlands*

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 also educational settings. They also deliver training/support to organisations to guide the development of their trauma informed practice.

Role snapshot:

The successful post holder will be working with external organisations, including schools and educational settings. You will be offering consultations, assessments, formulations and, direct therapeutic interventions to children, young people and their families. You will also complete reflective practice, and deliver training.

You will also contribute to the wider company’s centre of excellence in the field of developmental trauma and attachment.

Contract type – permanent

Hours – 3 – 5 days per week can be considered

Salary - £46,150 - £53,750 FTE (12 month preceptorship available!)

Experience required:

Those applying will be HCPC registered (or due this in the next 3 months) and hold experience working with complex CYP services such as CAMHS, within children’s residential and/or youth offending services. We encourage those who are newly qualified 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.

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: 3100

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a Practitioner Psychologist to work within a children’s residential service in Manchester.

About the employer:

This service provides a nurturing and supportive environment offering long term placements to children in their care, with five children’s homes in Greater Manchester. The young people in their care (aged 11-17) have experienced significant trauma and may present with emotional and behavioural needs.

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed will work as the Head of Psychologist overseeing therapeutic input across all homes. The role will include providing clinical leadership as well as working directly with both children and staff in helping in building and developing this service.

Contract type – permanent

Hours – both part time, full time and hybrid working will be considered.

Salary - £60,000 - £65,000 FTE

Experience required:

Psychologists applying will have HCPC registration as a Clinical, Counselling, Forensic or Educational Psychologist along with experience working with young people who have experienced significant trauma.

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 19 years of experience, 13 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 preparationand 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: 3096

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a Principal Psychologist to work within a community facing inpatient rehab service based in Walsall.

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed will provide thorough psychological assessments, formulations and 1-2-1 therapeutic interventions. You will administer and review psychometric tests to support diagnostic processes, and collaborate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.

The successful candidate will facilitate group therapy sessions where required and develop treatment plans bespoke to individual patient needs.

You will also be a key contributor to service development, care planning and review alongside audit and research.

Contract type – fixed term contract, 9-12 months

Hours – full time, 37.5 hours per week

Salary - £58,250 - £68,250 FTE

Experience required:

The ideal candidate will be registered with the HCPC, and have extensive prior experience providing 1-2-1 / group therapy with adults and various moderate to severe mental health presentations.

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.

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: 3095

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a Psychological Therapist (BACP/UKCP/NCPS/BABCP) to work within a specialist CYP residential service based in/ around Birmingham.

*car driver mandatory and mileage paid*

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed will be delivering assessments and therapeutic interventions to children and young people, and developing trauma informed practice. You will also offer consultations, reflective practice, and deliver training. Additionally, you will attend and contribute to peer supervision, and complete care planning/input into routine assessment.

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.

Contract type – permanent

Hours – 3 – 5 days per week can be considered

Salary - £30,000 - £45,000 FTE

Experience required:

The ideal candidate will be accredited or working towards accreditation with the BACP/UKCP/NCPS/BABCP and have experience of working with young people with complex presentations eg a CAMHS, LAC or YOS. It's desirable that you hold experience in therapeutic models such as DBT, CFT, DDP and/or mentalisation based therapy.

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.

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: 3094

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a Creative Therapist (Art, Drama/Play) to work within a specialist CYP residential service based in/ around Birmingham.

*car driver mandatory and mileage paid*

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed will be delivering assessments and therapeutic interventions to children and young people, and developing trauma informed practice. You will also offer consultations, reflective practice, and deliver training. Additionally, you will attend and contribute to peer supervision, and complete care planning/input into routine assessment.

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.

Contract type – permanent

Hours – 3 – 5 days per week can be considered

Salary - £30,000 - £45,000 FTE

Experience required:

The ideal candidate will be accredited the HCPC and have experience of working with young people with complex presentations eg a CAMHS, LAC or YOS. It's desirable that you hold experience in therapeutic models such as DBT, CFT, DDP and/or mentalisation based therapy.

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.

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: 3094

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a Psychological Therapist to work within 2 CYP learning disability residential homes in Tyne and Wear.

*Car driver mandatory*

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed will be delivering a comprehensive therapeutic service to children and young people in a residential setting. The post holder will complete therapeutic care planning, and deliver assessments, formulations and bespoke interventions.

You will predominantly support staff in therapeutic practice to develop better understanding, alongside delivering reflective groups with carers and managers.

The successful candidate will also help with completing the Social and Emotional Welfare (SEW) Assessment on young people, develop the therapeutic community, and collaborate with stakeholders.

Contract type – permanent

Hours – full time, 37.5 hours p/w,
(Working hours are 4 days, 09:00-17:00 and one shift of 12:00-20:00 during the week.)

Salary - £26,000 - £38,000 FTE

Experience required:

Those applying will have a relevant therapeutic qualification, and a minimum of 2* years experience working with looked after children and young people , alongside complex/developmental trauma, and learning disabilities.*

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.

If you are interested in this role and wish to find out more then please apply today and one of our consultants will be in touch.

Not for you? Refer those that meet the criteria, and you will receive a referral bonus, as our way of saying thank you.

Reference ID: 3093

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a Psychological Therapist to work within 2 CYP residential homes in/around Bexhill, East Sussex.

*Car driver mandatory*

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed will be delivering a comprehensive therapeutic service to children and young people in a residential setting. The post holder will complete therapeutic care planning, and deliver assessments, formulations and bespoke interventions.

You will predominantly support staff in therapeutic practice to develop better understanding, alongside delivering reflective groups with carers and managers.

The successful candidate will also help with completing the Social and Emotional Welfare (SEW) Assessment on young people, develop the therapeutic community, and collaborate with stakeholders.

Contract type – permanent

Hours – full time, 37.5 hours p/w,
(Working hours are 4 days, 09:00-17:00 and one shift of 12:00-20:00 during the week.)

Salary - £28,875 - £39,900 FTE

Experience required:

Those applying will have a relevant therapeutic qualification, and a minimum of 2* years experience working with looked after children and young people , alongside complex/developmental trauma. *

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 19 years of experience, 13 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: 3092