Vacancies

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. If successful, you will be overseeing a service that provides support to children with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties 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
• Private Healthcare
• Progression opportunities within 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: 2671

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Dual Registered Manager based in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. If successful, you will be overseeing a service that provides support to children with social, emotional and behavioural 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 £65,000 plus bonuses.

As a Dual 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: 2670

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 Long Stratton, Norfolk.

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

This is a permanent position working 38 hours per week. 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.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £11.93 per hour - £12.24 per hour.

DRIVERS LICENSE IS COMPULSORY!

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:

• Blue light discounts.
• Good pension payments.
• Progression pathway to Seniors / Team leaders.

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.

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We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a WAKING NIGHT Residential Children's Worker based in Long Stratton, Norfolk.

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

This is a permanent position working the below Waking nights:

9pm - 8am

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.

As a Residential Children's Worker your responsibilities will include:

• Provide support during the night to children.
• Support the children with developing a healthy sleeping routine.
• 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 if required.

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

• Clear progression pathway to Senior roles.
• Good Supporting Registered Manager.
• Paid enrollment on to NVQ Level 3 Residential childcare.

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: 2669

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Team Leader in Long Stratton, Norfolk.

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

This is a permanent position working 38 hours per week.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £12.80 - £13.10 per hour, depending on qualifications.

Previous experience as a team leader is not essential, although you will need experience working in a children's residential setting. If you are looking to start your progress in your career, our client can promise a nurturing, supportive and fun working environment.

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:

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

To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist 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: 2668

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

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

This is a permanent position working 38 hours per week.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £13.50 - £14.00 per hour, depending on qualifications.

Previous experience as a senior is not essential, although you will need a Level 3 or 4 Residential Childcare. If you are looking to start your progress in your career, our client can promise a nurturing, supportive and fun working environment.

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

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

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

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

To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist 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: 2667

We are working with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Stockport, Greater Manchester. If successful, you will be overseeing a home that provides support to four 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.

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 £50,000 - £60,000 per year. This is with an inclusive achievable bonus.

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
• Increased annual leave
• Join an established company with a qualified and experienced leadership team
• Opportunity for a Deputy Manager to secure their first manager role
• Grow alongside an exciting project

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: 2656

Shire are working in partnership with a provider of children's services and have a permanent opportunity for a Senior Residential Children’s Worker based in Levenshulme, Manchester. Our client is offering applicants a full-time position, 40 hours per week within a specialist children's home. You would be required to work 6-8 sleeps per month as well which are paid on top. An experienced Senior can be expected to earn up to £34,150.00

If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with EBD.

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

• To attend staff meetings and supervisions.
• To be accountable for any decision made in regard to the welfare of the young people and staff members during the shifts that you lead.
• To discuss with the Manager any concerns with staffing matters.
• To ensure that all staff members are kept up to date with changes to procedures.
• Providing support with reference to person centred support plans.
• Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicion or evidence of harm
• Respect the confidentiality of information received at all times.
• 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:

• Career progression opportunities
• Comfortable sleeping-in facilities
• Committed to the continuous development of all staff
• NVQ level 5 enrolment
• Weekend enhancements

Ideally, applicants should have the following:

• Previous experience of working with young people
• Experience in successfully leading a small staff team
• Hold NVQ Diploma level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent
• Hold a Full UK drivers licence

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!

Apply today for more information or to speak to a specialist Consultant

Ref: 2660

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Clayton Le Woods, Lancashire with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Support Worker to work within a residential setting to provide support to young adults with learning disabilities and physical disabilities.

This is a permanent position working between 35 to 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 £12.10 to £12.40 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:

• Enrolment onto a level 3 in Health and Social Care
• Free meals on shift
• Ample progression opportunities
• Casual dress
• Recommendation bonus
• Overtime available

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: 2661

Shire are working in partnership with a provider of children's services and have a permanent opportunity for a Senior Residential Children’s Support Worker based in Glossop, Derbyshire.

Our client is offering applicants a full-time position, 37.5 hours per week within a 2 bed residential service.

The hourly rate is £14.30 per hour.
Sleep ins paid at £37 per hour. (8 sleeps per month on average)

Shifts: 10am - 11pm then sleep then 7am - 10am.

Weekend work is usually 1 on 2 off.

If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with EBD.

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

• To attend staff meetings and supervisions.
• To be accountable for any decision made in regard to the welfare of the young people and staff members during the shifts that you lead.
• To discuss with the Manager any concerns with staffing matters.
• To ensure that all staff members are kept up to date with changes to procedures.
• Providing support with reference to person centred support plans.
• Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicion or evidence of harm
• Respect the confidentiality of information received at all times.
• Continuous commit 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:

• Opportunity to progress to a Deputy Manager
• Comfortable sleeping-in facilities
• Committed to the continuous development of all staff
• Enrollment on to Level 5 Leadership and management.

Ideally applicants should have the following:

• Previous experience of working with young people
• Experience of successfully leading a small team
• Hold NVQ Diploma level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent

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!

Apply today for more information or to speak to a specialist Consultant

Ref: 2664

We are working in partnership 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 provides support to children within an 3 bed EBD children's home.

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

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £44,000 - £49,000 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.
• 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:

• Achievable bonus scheme.
• Long service awards.
• Company pension
• Supportive network of colleagues.

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: 2665

Shire are working in partnership with a provider of children's services and have a permanent opportunity for a Senior Residential Children’s Support Worker based in Derby.

Our client is offering applicants a full-time position, 36 - 48 hours per week within a 2 bed residential service.

The hourly rate is £14.30 per hour.
NO SLEEP IN's.

Shifts: 7:00am - 7:00pm

Weekend work is usually 1 on 2 off.

If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with EBD.

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

• To attend staff meetings and supervisions.
• To be accountable for any decision made in regard to the welfare of the young people and staff members during the shifts that you lead.
• To discuss with the Manager any concerns with staffing matters.
• To ensure that all staff members are kept up to date with changes to procedures.
• Providing support with reference to person centred support plans.
• Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicion or evidence of harm
• Respect the confidentiality of information received at all times.
• Continuous commit 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:

• Opportunity to progress to a Deputy Manager
• Comfortable sleeping-in facilities
• Committed to the continuous development of all staff
• Enrollment on to Level 5 Leadership and management.

Ideally applicants should have the following:

• Previous experience of working with young people
• Experience of successfully leading a small team
• Hold NVQ Diploma level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent

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!

Apply today for more information or to speak to a specialist Consultant

Ref: 2659

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a Clinical Supervisor (Family & Systemic Therapist) to work within a CYP service in East London.

Role snapshot:

The post holder will be working for a mental health support team who offer early interventions to children and young people with mild to moderate mental health presentations within educational settings.

The candidate appointed will be responsible in coordinating the day-to-day running of the team at an operational level and to provide supervision of the intervention work of the Educational Mental Health Practitioners.

Contract type – permanent

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

Salary - £49,200 - £55,500 FTE

Experience required:

Family & Systemic Therapists applying will have UKCP and AFT registration, significate CYP experience (either in a CAMHS or educational setting) and experience supervising staff. A graduate diploma in the Children and Young People’s Mental Health Supervision is require OR willingness to undertake the one year Post Graduate Diploma alongside the role will be considered.

Why Shire Healthcare?

As an experienced permanent recruiter to services across the nation, we understand the complex nature of Psychological Therapies and can draw on years of experience to ensure you are offered a bespoke service and any offer of employment is representative of your skills and experience.

In addition, you will be working with 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: 2658

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a Clinical Supervisor (Psychologist) to work within a CYP service in East London.

Role snapshot:

The post holder will be working for a mental health support team who offer early interventions to children and young people with mild to moderate mental health presentations within educational settings.

The candidate appointed will be responsible in coordinating the day-to-day running of the team at an operational level and to provide supervision of the intervention work of the Educational Mental Health Practitioners.

Contract type – permanent

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

Salary - £49,200 - £55,500 FTE

Experience required:

Clinical and Counselling Psychologists applying will have HCPC registration, significate CYP experience (either in a CAMHS or educational setting) and experience supervising staff. A graduate diploma in the Children and Young People’s Mental Health Supervision is require OR willingness to undertake the one year Post Graduate Diploma alongside the role will be considered.

Why Shire Healthcare?

As an experienced permanent recruiter to services across the nation, we understand the complex nature of Psychological Therapies and can draw on years of experience to ensure you are offered a bespoke service and any offer of employment is representative of your skills and experience.

In addition, you will be working with 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: 2658

Shire Healthcare are working with a reputable and leading provider of specialist care and education recruiting for a HCPC registered Psychologist to be based in central Lancashire.

About the employer:

This employer is an independent leading provider of specialist care and education. They work with children and young people in either an educational and/or residential setting who present a complexity of needs including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions, autism, ADHD, and special educational needs.

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed be joining an MDT and will conduct clinical assessments and provide specialist and evidence based psychological interventions in either a 121 or group setting to pupils and residents (9-18 yrs old). This role will be based across specialist schools, children’s homes and integrated provisions. This specific role is based within a school who are Ofsted rated as Good provider.

Contract type – permanent and term time

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

Term time salary - £51,700 - £60,700 FTE

Experience required:

Candidates applying will have HCPC registration as a Clinical, Counselling, Forensic or Educational Psychologist along with previous experience working with children and young people with complex needs such as ASD, autism, neuro and/or 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.

REF: 2657