Vacancies

We are working in partnership with a provider of young people's services and have a permanent opportunity for a Senior Support Worker based in Guildford, Surrey. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to young people with emotional, social and behavioural difficulties within a supported accommodation service. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.

This is a permanent full time position . Previous experience as a senior is essential and you will need previous experience supporting children or young people 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 £25,000 - £27,000 per year and the role is Monday to Friday 40 hours per week.

As a Senior Support Worker your responsibilities will include:

• Attend staff meetings and supervisions.
• Be accountable for any decision made regarding the welfare of the young people 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 young people 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
• Access and support to qualifications
• A chance to join a growing provider of young people's services
• 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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We are working in partnership with a provider of young people's services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Service Manager based in Gloucester. If successful, you will be overseeing services that provide support to young people with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties within supported accommodation .

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 £35,000 - £40,000.

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
• Chance to join a growing company
• Clear progression opportunities
• Increasing annual leave entitlement

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

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

Ref: 3510971

We are working in partnership with a provider of young people's services and have a permanent opportunity for a Senior Support Worker based in Gloucester. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to young people with emotional, social and behavioural difficulties within a supported accommodation service. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.

This is a permanent full time position. Previous experience as a senior is essential and you will need previous experience supporting children or young people in a residential setting or supported accommodation service. 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 £29,500 per year and the role is 40 hours per week. NO SLEEP INS REQUIRED

As a Senior Support Worker your responsibilities will include:

• Attend staff meetings and supervisions.
• Be accountable for any decision made regarding the welfare of the young people 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 young people 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
• Access and support to qualifications
• A chance to join a growing provider of young people's services
• 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.

Reference: 3510977

Senior Support Worker – Adults Residential Care

Location: Clayton-le-Woods, Lancashire

Pay: Up to £32,500 per annum

Contract: Permanent | 35–40 hours per week

We are working in partnership with a specialist residential care provider in Clayton-le-Woods to recruit an experienced Senior Support Worker for a permanent position supporting adults with learning and physical disabilities.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established Senior Support Worker who is looking to join a supportive, nurturing environment with genuine career progression, including future opportunities to move into management.

The Role

• As a Senior Support Worker, you will play a key role in leading the team and ensuring high-quality, person-centred care is delivered at all times. Your responsibilities will include:
• Managing the full medication process, from ordering through to administration
• Ensuring care plans and risk assessments are accurate, up to date, and tailored to individual needs
• Supervising and supporting Support Workers, including carrying out supervisions and appraisals where required
• Promoting independence and supporting individuals in line with their wishes and person-centred plans
• Maintaining a strong commitment to Adult Safeguarding, recognising and reporting any concerns
• Supporting service users to live active, healthy, and fulfilling lives
• Assisting with daily living tasks such as shopping, cooking, and domestic duties
• Attending training, team meetings, and regular supervisions

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in a Senior Support Worker role (Desirable)
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (Desirable)
• A compassionate, confident leader with strong communication skills
• A genuine passion for supporting adults with additional needs

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £32,500 per annum
• Enrolment onto Level 3 or Level 5 qualifications
• Clear and realistic career progression opportunities
• Annual bonus
• Refer-a-Friend scheme
• Healthcare insurance
• Free meals on shift
• On-site parking

To take the next step in your career, apply today to arrange a confidential conversation with our Residential Care specialist, Kieran.

Not quite right for you? Refer a friend or family member and receive a referral bonus as our thank you.

Ref: 3408946

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Support Worker based in Gloucester. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to young people with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties within a supported accommodation service. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week. 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 £27,500 per year. and the role is full time working 40 hours per week. NO SLEEP INS

As a 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:

• Real opportunities to progress into Senior roles
• Fully funded training and qualifications
• Free parking

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

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

Reference: 3510975

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Farnborough, Hampshire with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Deputy Manager to work within a residential setting to provide support to adults with severe mental conditions and challenging behaviour.

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 an NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £32,000

As a Deputy Manager your main responsibilities will include:

• Provide support to the Registered Manager and development of the home.
• 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 home 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:

• Progressing Opportunities.
• Overtime Opportunities.
• Comprehensive Training.

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: 3513044

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Bradford with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Deputy Manager to work within a residential setting to provide support to adults with challenging behaviours and other complex needs.

This is a permanent position working 37.5 hours per week. 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 £32,000 - £35,000 per year.

As a Deputy Manager your main responsibilities will include:

• Provide support to the Registered Manager and development of the home.
• 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 home 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:

• Progressing Opportunities.
• Overtime Opportunities.
• Comprehensive 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: 3500923

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services to recruit a Team Leader for their supported accommodation in Kirkby, Merseyside. You will be part of a dedicated team supporting young people aged 16+ with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) within a nurturing environment, whilst taking on additional leadership and mentoring responsibilities.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive employer that offers genuine progression opportunities, extensive training, and long-term career development.

What we’re ideally looking for:

• Experience supporting young people with EBD and/or learning disabilities
• Supervisory or shift leading experience within a residential childcare setting
• Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Full UK driving licence (desirable, not essential)
• Flexibility to work shifts, including sleep-ins

Key responsibilities:

• Lead shifts and act as a positive role model to the staff team
• Provide person-centred support tailored to individual needs
• Mentor and support junior members of staff in their practice
• Encourage and support children to maintain family and friendship links
• Promote integration with the local community through clubs and activities
• Support children with all aspects of daily living
• Safeguard and protect vulnerable children, reporting concerns appropriately
• Contribute to care planning, record keeping, and multi-agency meetings
• Work in partnership with parents, carers, and professionals

Benefits include:

• Funded enrolment onto Level 4 or above qualifications
• Free meals on shift
• Overtime pay rates
• Compressed working week available
• Clear progression pathways

If you’re ready to step up into a senior role and make a lasting difference in children’s lives, apply today for a confidential conversation with our Residential specialist, Kieran.

Not the right role for you? Refer a friend and receive a referral bonus as our way of saying thank you.

Ref: 3493966

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Swaffham, Norfolk with their permanent recruitment.

We are currently looking for a Registered Manager to work within a 75 bed care home providing support to adults with dementia. The successful applicant will have overall responsibility for the home.

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week.

Our client is paying £65,000 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:

• Pension scheme
• Enrolment onto further qualifications

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: 3486241

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Support Worker based in Reading, Berkshire. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to young people with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties within a supported accommodation service. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week. Our client can promise a nurturing, supportive and fun working environment. If you are already an established Residential Children’s Worker, our client may be able to offer progression into a Senior Role as and when the time is right.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £26,500 - £32,000 (including sleep ins).

As a 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:

• Real opportunities to progress into Senior roles
• fully funded training and qualifications
• Free meals at work
• Free parking

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

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

Reference: 3474705

We are working in partnership with a provider of young people'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 young people with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties within a supported accommodation service.

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.

As a Registered Manager your main responsibilities will include:

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

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

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

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

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

Ref: 3474691

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Norton with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Female Support Worker to provide support to an adult with emotional and behavioural difficulties within a supported living setting.

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week. Previous experience is not essential, so if you are looking to start your career as a Support Worker, our client can promise a nurturing, supportive and fun working environment. If you are already an established Support Worker, our client may be able to offer progression into a Senior Role as and when the time is right.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £14.00 - £14.50 per hour.

As a Support Worker your main responsibilities will include:

• Support service users in accordance with their needs and wishes as detailed in their person-centred support plans.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the Safeguarding of Adults and to recognise and report any disclosure, suspicion or evidence of harm, risk of harm, abuse, or neglect.
• Accurately complete documentation that forms part of their support plans and notes.
• Support the service users in staying active, healthy, and as independent as possible.
• Attend training, including induction training, team meetings and individual supervisions.
• Support people in all aspects of their daily living, such as shopping, cooking and domestic.

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

• Paid enrolment into Level 3 qualifications.
• Progression opportunities.
• Comprehensive 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: 3460202

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Norton with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Female Service Lead to work within a supported living setting working with an adult with emotional and behavioural difficulties and other complex needs.

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week.* No night shifts or sleep-ins will be required.* 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 £32,000 - £35,000 per year.

As a Service Lead your main responsibilities will include:

• Provide support to the Registered Manager and development of the service.
• To ensure care plans, guidelines and risk assessments are accurate and reflective of the individual’s needs.
• 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:

• Progression opportunities.
• Market leading training.
• Enrolment onto additional qualifications.

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

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

REF: 3460200

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Newcastle with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Registered Manager to work within a nursing home to provide support to elderly adults with physical disabilities and dementia. The successful applicant will have overall responsibility for the home.

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week. 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 50+ beds . The home is currently rated "Good" by the CQC.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £47,000 - £50,000 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:

• Company pension.
• Market leading training.
• Enrolment onto additional qualifications.

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

REF: 3455871

Deputy Manager – Supported Living
Clayton Le Woods, Lancashire
£30,400 - £34,632 per annum + benefits

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 Monday to Friday. To be considered, you must have experience working as a Senior or Deputy Manager within a similar setting and hold a Level 3 or 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, 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 £30,400 - £34,632 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 our 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